‘VAR a big problem’

The United chief is already focusing on his two full-back positions, currently occupied by Antonio Valencia and Ashley Young, who both turn 33 this summer.

Luke Shaw (left, top) is also in the firing line. Italian star Matteo Darmian and versatile Dutchman Daley Blind will both be on their way through the exit door after this season ends. At the heart of defence, centre backs Victor Lindelof (left, middle), Chris Smalling and the injury-prone Phil Jones are under the microscope, with only Ivory Coast star Eric Bailly certain of his position.

In midfield, Marouane Fellaini (left, bottom), Ander Herrera and Juan Mata will be in the spotlight but £89m Paul Pogba will be given another season to produce the goods after two mediocre campaigns since his big-money return from Juventus.

The Glazer family, United’s American owners, are likely to sanction another £150m spree by Mourinho.

But the Portuguese coach will have to generate his own funds if he wants any more spending money.

Lukaku believes United can’t dwell on their Sevilla shocker and he’s determined to ensure a winning end to the season by delivering the kind of display he gave against Liverpool.

Lukaku said: “I agree with that. I am a player who really thrives on highintensity football.

“That is something which is best for me as I’m powerful and really fast — and it is something that can help the team.

“It is something I want to keep going. I know that we are going to have more opportunities, and I will get more opportunities I can put my team-mates in better positions as well.

“I want my team-mates to win. I am really disappointed that we didn’t beat Sevilla because we dream of winning trophies like the Champions League — but you have to move on.”

For some, that will be easier said than done.

NOT SO SMART ALEX United striker Sanchez has yet to excite the Old Trafford faithful, but Lukaku says he will DEJECTED: Romelu Lukaku stance has upset boss Jose Mourinho. However, he knows he must tread carefully. Raiola represents other big-name United players including Romelu Lukaku, Zlatan Ibrahimovic and Sergio Romero.Pogba has told friends that he is determined to ride out the storm in the knowledge that he is playing for one of the biggest clubs in Europe and for a top manager.Although there have been disagreements with Mourinho over Pogba’s best role in the team, there remains a good working relationship.Mourinho is aware that Raiola has been agitating behind the scenes for his player to be given a new contract, which would give him parity with January signing Alexis Sanchez.The Chilean is on wages that are around £150,000 a week more than Pogba’s.Raiola has also let it be known that he doesn’t feel Pogba is being played in his best position — and again that’s causing irritation among the Old Trafford coaching staff. wait for the video review. The VAR system was blasted again after more delays and wobbly on-screen lines following replays of a Son Heung-min effort that proved the linesman was correct in ruling it offside.The Argentine blasted: “It’s a nightmare. I feel sorry for the people trying to use that system. I prefer it when the referee and assistant make mistakes, than to wait three or four minutes for things.“But we need to see the reality of how it is going to affect the staff on the touchline and the officials.“It is so complex, but the worst thing for me is the effect for the fan. It’s going to be a massive problem.“We’ll see what happens at the World Cup.”