Manchester United possess the most sustainable squad in all of Europe's top five leagues, according to a study.
The CIES Football Observatory released its findings on sustainable squad management this month, ranking sides on three main areas - age structure, group stability and contractual policy - in order to determine the optimum set up on the continent.
And the results showed that United are streaks ahead in planning from their main competitors, finishing top of the standings after scoring well in all categories.
According to the CIES, the findings suggest they are well placed to qualify for the Champions League 'without too much difficulty' for the coming seasons, and are also in a position to 'eventually lift again the Premier League trophy'.