7 Key Players For Manchester United's Future

7. Paddy McNair

Paddy McNair earned plaudits for his performances at the heart of United's defence last season. Although he's yet to feature prominently this season, the Northern Irishman could become a key player in the United defence in years to come.

At twenty years old, McNair still has plenty to learn if he's blossom into a Ferdinand or Vidic calibre of defender, but he's surely well on his way. With the right tutelage he can become a big feature of the united back four that's still searching for a partnership like the before mentioned Ferdinand/Vidic. Which leads to our next player.