Former Manchester United star reveals how Solskjaer can attract Bale to Old Trafford

Former Manchester United striker Andrew Cole reveals, Manchester United need to qualify for the Champions League if they are to attract players of Gareth Bale’s calibre. Cole said: “I think Manchester United should be going for all top players of that calibre. That’s what Manchester United is about. Do those players want to come to Manchester United? That’s the question. If Manchester United miss out on Champions League football… top players want to play Champions League football. “When you are playing at that elite level, it’s not all about money. People think it’s all about money, but you speak to players at elite level. Do you want to play Champions League football or do you want a few more quid? They will say Champions League, because they want to win it – it’s a special competition. “So if Manchester United miss out on Champions League football, it becomes difficult for them to attract players. It can be tough.” Cole, though, believes that a top-four finish should be a basic requirement at Old Trafford. “Manchester United should qualify for the top four season in, season out,” he added. “It’s not about competing for top four, it’s about competing for the Premier League title. It is as simple as that. Sometimes we overlook that scenario when we think finishing in the top four is like winning a trophy. For Manchester United it shouldn’t be like winning a trophy. To win a trophy, you have to finish top.”

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