3 midfielders Manchester United should look to sign in January

James Rodriguez

Another player who could be set to leave Real Madrid, James Rodriguez should be a transfer target for Mourinho.

The 25-year-old has struggled to nail down a regular starting berth at the Bernabeu this season, with his last La Liga appearance coming in the middle of September.

Consequently, the Colombian international, who shot to fame after impressive performances for his country at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, may decide that his future lies away from the Spanish capital.

With Chelsea also rumoured to want Rodriguez, it is up to United to act fastest to secure the Colombian’s signature.

Real Madrid’s transfer embargo until January 2018 could scupper any deal, but Mourinho should attempt to get his man in January regardless.