Manchester United have started this summer’s transfer window strongly.

United have already sealed the deal to sign Atalanta midfielder Ederson. They are now pursuing a move for West Ham United star Mateus Fernandes.

Man United could also sign a centre-back, with doubts surrounding the fitness of Lisandro Martinez and Matthijs de Ligt.

Journalist Gaston Edul now reports that United are interested in Tottenham Hotspur centre-back Cristian Romero and are preparing an offer for him.

The Red Devils face competition from Barcelona — who have made him a priority target — and Atletico Madrid for his signature.

Romero is open to leaving Tottenham this summer, but it remains to be seen whether he would prefer a move to United over other suitors.

Spurs are also preparing for his departure, having signed Bournemouth’s Marcos Senesi. They are also working on a deal for Brighton & Hove Albion’s Jan Paul van Hecke.

Romero initially joined Spurs on a loan deal from Atalanta in the summer of 2021, before the club made the move permanent the following year.

Previously described by former Spurs manager Thomas Frank as an ‘experienced player‘, Romero has grown in status at Tottenham, becoming their captain.

The 28-year-old is a widely known for his aggressiveness. He ranked second among Spurs players for tackles, interceptions and clearances per game in the Premier League last season.

He was also second for accurate passes and long balls per game, highlighting his ball-playing ability. He is also an attacking outlet, having scored four league goals.

However, Romero’s indiscipline makes him a risky signing for United. He has been sent off six times across all competitions since joining Spurs — the most of any Premier League player within that period.

The Mancunian giants are also targeting a left-footed centre-back, which could influence their interest in the right-footed Argentine.

Romero’s Tottenham teammate Micky van de Ven would be a better target for United.

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Manchester United believe they can beat Manchester City to the signing of Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson this summer, according to The Guardian.

The Red Devils have already secured an agreement to land Atalanta midfielder Ederson for £35 million upfront, and he is expected to join the club after the World Cup with Brazil.

The club are still aiming to add more quality in the centre of the park, and The Guardian cite that United are optimistic of beating the Cityzens to Anderson’s signature this summer.

Man City have already had an opening transfer bid worth £80m rejected for Anderson, and Forest are reportedly holding out for around £100m to sanction the 23-year-old’s exit.

United’s executives have not given up on Anderson and remain hopeful of persuading the midfielder.

Co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has been busy trimming costs at the club, but he would be prepared to meet Anderson’s wage demands, which could exceed £150,000 per week.

Anderson would be a phenomenal acquisition

Casemiro will leave the Red Devils when his contract expires on June 30. Manuel Ugarte could likewise head for the exit door. The club are actively looking to offload him.

United have already landed a quality signing in Ederson, but may ideally want a marquee number six from the transfer market. Anderson would be a perfect acquisition for the club.

The Englishman had a tremendous individual season with Forest last term. He won an impressive eight duels per league game alongside three tackles and eight recoveries.

Alongside his tireless work rate, Anderson completed 54 passes per outing with an accuracy of 86 percent. He also chipped in the final third with eight goal contributions in the league.

Anderson would be a solid upgrade on Casemiro due to his work rate and recovery pace. It was previously highlighted that United won’t overpay to bring Anderson to Old Trafford.

However, it now appears United accept that Anderson is worth £100m due to his immense potential and relatively young age (23). The onus is on the club’s hierarchy to convince him.

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Manchester United are poised to pursue a new left-back during the summer transfer window.

The Red Devils currently have Luke Shaw as the regular choice for the left-back position, but manager Michael Carrick may want a solid competitor with the increased workload next term.

Patrick Dorgu is the other senior player for the position, but he has looked vulnerable defensively. The Dane is comfortable as a left winger, and he could compete with Matheus Cunha.

Mundo Deportivo (page 6) today claim that United are among the clubs closely monitoring the situation of Cucurella, who has made it clear that he wants to leave Chelsea this summer.

The Spaniard would ideally prefer to rejoin his boyhood club, Barcelona, but they have other priorities. A new centre-forward is the next target for their hierarchy, with Robert Lewandowski on his way out.

Even if they are interested, it would largely depend on Alejandro Balde being sold. Cucurella is prepared to wait for the Catalan giants after the World Cup, provided he receives some assurances.

Meanwhile, the former Brighton & Hove Albion man could bring forward his deadline if he receives a ‘very important eco­nomic pro­posal’ accom­pan­ied by ‘a con­vin­cing sports project’ elsewhere.

The Blues signed Cucurella for £60 million in the summer of 2022, but it is reported that he could be permitted to leave for a package between £35m and £43m during the next transfer window.

Cucurella would be a statement signing for United

The Red Devils focused on Premier League experience to bolster their wide attacking department last summer. Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo were signed from Wolverhampton Wanderers and Brentford, respectively.

Both players had their high moments at different points in the 2025/26 campaign. United could favour a left-back with vast league experience too. Newcastle United’s Lewis Hall has been linked, but won’t come on the cheap with a £50m plus price tag.

In comparison, a £35m deal upfront for Cucurella appears to be a no-brainer. The Euro 2024 winner has proved his credentials over an extended period with Brighton & Chelsea. The 27-year-old is currently enjoying the prime of his career but wants a new challenge.

Chelsea have been in transition in the league for several seasons, while United look well-equipped to challenge for the title, given their form under Carrick earlier this year. The club secured more points than any other league outfit between mid-January and May.

The big question remains whether Cucurella would accept a rotational role alongside Shaw. Shaw started every league game last term and was injury-free. However, he has a long injury record, and a return to Europe means he must be handled with more caution.

Cucurella, described as ‘phenomenal‘ by former Blues manager Enzo Maresca, has every chance of becoming the regular left-back if Shaw is sidelined with an injury. Even if he isn’t, the Spaniard has the opportunity to establish himself and succeed Shaw, who could be on his way out soon with his contract expiring in 12 months’ time. He will be turning 31 next month.

Chelsea and United have had a good working relationship in recent years. United signed Mason Mount in 2023 before loaning out Jadon Sancho to the Blues for the 2024/25 season. Alejandro Garnacho made the switch from Manchester to west London last summer. Hence, a deal for Cucurella won’t be a surprise.

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Manchester United are leaving no stone unturned as INEOS aggressively push forward with plans to rebuild the squad this summer.

According to a reliable report, Man United have begun club-to-club talks with West Ham United over Mateus Fernandes.

The 21-year-old is an immensely talented central midfielder who looks almost certain to leave the Hammers following their relegation last season.

West Ham are reportedly under huge financial pressure and may need to generate around £150 million through player sales this summer.

Fernandes is one of their most sellable assets and they value him at £80m.

The Red Devils are closing in on signing Ederson early next month.

INEOS are also expected to pursue two additional midfield signings while preparing to part ways with Manuel Ugarte after a disappointing spell at Old Trafford.

Fernandes is said to be highly admired by both United manager Michael Carrick and the club’s recruitment and data department.

The Portugal international is also reportedly eager to secure a move to Old Trafford in order to play alongside his idol Bruno Fernandes.

United’s captain is equally understood to be pushing behind the scenes for his international teammate and namesake to join the club.

Arsenal and Paris Saint-Germain are also monitoring Fernandes closely, although neither club currently appears willing to match West Ham’s enormous asking price.

Following their relegation to the Championship, the Hammers are no longer operating from a strong negotiating position.

We expect United to eventually complete the deal for a fee in the region of £50m-£60m later in July.

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Manchester United have reportedly suffered a significant setback in their pursuit of long-term midfield target Aurelien Tchouameni.

According to The Sun, new Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho wants Tchouameni to stay at the club.

The Red Devils view the French international as one of the ideal candidates to eventually replace Casemiro and anchor their midfield for years to come.

Tchouameni recently found himself at the centre of controversy following reports of a dressing-room altercation with Federico Valverde.

With Valverde already a cult figure at Madrid, many believed that the club figures would be open to selling Tchouameni.

However, the arrival of Mourinho has seemingly changed things.

The Portuguese manager is famous for building teams with strong defence and authority.

Tchouameni fits that profile perfectly.

The 26-year-old thrives as a defensive midfielder, relishing tackles, disrupting opposition attacks and covering enormous ground with relentless intensity.

His arrival at Old Trafford could have created a dream midfield partnership alongside Kobbie Mainoo, allowing the academy graduate greater freedom to influence games further forward.

The Red Devils have reached an agreement with Atalanta to sign Brazilian midfielder Ederson.

The club could sign two more midfielders and allow Manuel Ugarte to leave Old Trafford.

A midfield rebuild featuring Ederson, Tchouameni and another elite addition would have represented a transformative overhaul for the Red Devils.

However, with Tchouameni seemingly moving further out of reach, United may now be forced to intensify their focus on alternative targets.

Elliot Anderson is understood to be their primary target but he appears closer to securing a move to Manchester City.

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Manchester United youngster Patrick Dorgu has delivered another timely reminder to Michael Carrick about the attacking threat he can offer.

Dorgu scored a scintillating goal for Denmark during their friendly clash with Ukraine.

The 21-year-old picked up possession on the right flank before bursting forward with purpose, leaving two Ukraine players trailing in his wake.

Spotting the space opening up in front of him, Dorgu drove forward before unleashing a thunderous long-range strike that flew into the net.

The goal instantly reignited the debate among United supporters about his best position.

He was signed as a wing-back but is currently excelling in a more attacking role.

While he remains capable of operating at left-back, occasional lapses in concentration can sometimes leave him exposed defensively.

Carrick handed him opportunities on the left wing on three occasions last season, and Dorgu repaid that faith with goals against Manchester City, Arsenal and Brighton & Hove Albion.

He is not a technical winger like Iliman Ndiaye or Jeremy Doku, but his power, explosive pace and direct running make him a huge threat to full-backs.

It is no surprise that he is drawing comparisons with Gareth Bale, who started his career as a left-back but became one of the best forwards of his generation.

The challenge for INEOS and Carrick next season will be finding the role that maximises those strengths rather than restricting them.

If used correctly, Dorgu has every attribute required to become one of United’s most valuable players over the coming years.

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Manager Jose Mourinho has asked Real Madrid to sign West Ham United midfielder Mateus Fernandes as he prepares to take charge at the club for a second time, according to The Sun.

Manchester United recently reached a verbal agreement with Atalanta to sign midfielder Ederson, and it has been reported that they could submit an offer for Fernandes in the next few days.

The Red Devils currently value him at around £40 million after West Ham’s relegation to the Championship, but the Hammers remain firm on their £80m price tag for Fernandes.

Amidst this, The Sun claim that Mourinho has urged Madrid to make an approach for the Hammers ace. The Portuguese tactician is poised to become Los Blancos’ next manager with Florentino Perez having won the club’s presidential election with a 65 percent majority last night.

Mourinho could scupper United’s pursuit of Fernandes. There is reportedly further competition with European champions Paris Saint-Germain also weighing up a proposal for the 21-year-old.

United must not pay over the odds for Fernandes

West Ham have been relegated from the top-flight after a 14-year stay, but the east London outfit are still determined to secure the best possible transfer fee for Fernandes’ departure.

Nuno Espirito Santo’s side need to recoup £150m from player sales to balance their books, and it is unsurprising that they are reluctant to negotiate a cut-price exit for Fernandes.

United are unlikely to sign him at their valuation (£40m), and we believe the club should pay at most £50m as a fixed fee with £10m in add-ons for the midfielder, given his huge potential.

Fernandes was one of the Hammers’ standout performers last term. He had a passing accuracy of 87 percent and was solid defensively with six duels and three tackles won per game alongside five recoveries. He also chipped in with five goals and five assists across all competitions.

The Portuguese would be a perfect competitor alongside Ederson for the no.6 position, but the Red Devils must not be held to ransom or overpay for the Sporting CP graduate.

West Ham would ideally prefer a bidding tussle. They previously secured around £105m from Arsenal for Declan Rice, having initiated contact with Manchester City to raise the price from £80m.

Rice joined the Gunners with a proven track record and winning mentality, but Fernandes is still at the start of his career, and £80m would represent a hefty package for his services this summer.

Fernandes is said to be prioritising a move to the Red Devils. He has described United captain Bruno as his ‘biggest role model‘. The 31-year-old could play a major role in bringing his young compatriot to Old Trafford if United can secure a suitable deal with the Hammers ahead of Madrid.

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Manchester United may have just received a huge boost ahead of the upcoming FIFA World Cup.

The Red Devils have reportedly reached a full agreement with Atalanta for the signing of Brazilian midfielder Ederson this summer.

The £39 million deal is expected to be completed early next month.

Ederson has now received another massive piece of positive news ahead of his anticipated move to Old Trafford.

Brazil manager Carlo Ancelotti has officially called up the midfielder to the national squad after Wesley suffered a muscle injury.

The 26-year-old has already earned three senior caps for Brazil and will join his international teammates in the United States tomorrow.

Ederson will now battle for midfield minutes alongside stars such as Bruno Guimaraes, Casemiro, Danilo, Fabinho and Lucas Paqueta.

At present, Guimaraes and Casemiro are expected to begin the tournament as Brazil’s first-choice midfield partnership.

Having Ederson in the squad will give Ancelotti the option to frequently switch from a 4-2-4 formation to a 4-3-3 system.

United supporters may understandably feel divided about seeing their incoming signing involved in such a demanding tournament.

The Red Devils are scheduled to begin pre-season on July 18, while the World Cup final is due to take place only one day later on July 19.

Brazil are already being viewed as one of the favourites to lift the trophy this summer.

If the five-time world champions reach the final, Ederson could end up missing a significant portion of United’s pre-season preparations.

However, representing your country at the World Cup remains the ultimate dream for almost every footballer.

Competing against the very best players in world football could also serve as the perfect mental preparation ahead of playing in the Premier League.

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Article written by Sanidhya Bhardwaj .

Manchester United are expected to bolster their attack by signing a new winger this summer.

Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo remain the only recognised senior wide attackers available at Old Trafford.

There is a growing need for another explosive winger capable of stretching defences, creating width and consistently taking on defenders in one-versus-one situations.

Here we look at four wingers who could arrive at Man United this summer.

Iliman Ndiaye – Everton

Ndiaye is one of the most exciting attacking players on our list.

The Everton winger has already shown flashes of brilliance and continues to develop into a dangerous forward.

The 26-year-old is capable of playing on either flank and would immediately add valuable attacking depth to the squad.

He possesses the individual quality required to completely change the momentum of matches in difficult moments.

He also possesses a high work rate, which would be highly appreciated by United manager Michael Carrick.

Rafael Leao – AC Milan

Leao is desperate to play in the Premier League.

His representatives could offer him to United, with AC Milan understood to be demanding at least £43 million to sanction his departure.

Despite only being 26 years old, Leao already possesses enormous experience after making nearly 300 appearances for Milan over the last seven years.

Leao is a traditional left winger who likes to cut inside. His style of play will remind United fans of Marcus Rashford.

However, his defensive work rate remains a concern and that could be further exposed in the Premier League.

Morgan Rogers – Aston Villa

Rogers could be a dream signing for the Red Devils.

The Aston Villa star is capable of operating from the left wing but could also eventually develop into a long-term successor to Bruno Fernandes in the number 10 role.

He has been in sensational form for Villa and could further elevate his reputation on the grand stage of the FIFA World Cup.

Adding Rogers alongside Cunha and Mbeumo could instantly transform United’s attack into one of the most dangerous units in the league.

Such an addition could even help the Red Devils emerge as genuine contenders for the Premier League title again.

The only major obstacle remains Aston Villa’s staggering valuation.

Several elite clubs are closely monitoring Rogers, but Villa are reportedly determined to demand at least £100 million before entertaining any offers.

Yan Diomande – RB Leipzig

Diomande is widely viewed as one of the brightest young attacking talents in European football.

He possesses breathtaking pace and elite dribbling skills.

RB Leipzig value him extremely highly and are expected to demand more than £110 million to sanction his departure.

Liverpool and Paris Saint-Germain are already heavily interested in signing the Ivory Coast wonderkid.

INEOS have to prioritise the rebuilding of the midfield.

However, they have already shown an ability to produce unexpected blockbuster signings, just as they did with Benjamin Sesko last summer when many believed United had exhausted their finances.

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Article written by Sanidhya Bhardwaj .

Manchester United have been handed a potential boost in signing Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde this summer, according to Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo.

The Red Devils presently have Luke Shaw as their undisputed left-back under manager Michael Carrick, but the club are open to pursuing a ‘dynamic‘ competitor with Patrick Dorgu viewed as a winger.

United were said to be ‘exploring a move‘ for Balde last month, and Mundo Deportivo report that Barcelona are now ‘willing to listen to offers’ for the talented full-back.

Balde has been an undisputed starter for the Blaugrana in recent seasons. However, loan signing Joao Cancelo was regularly picked ahead of him for the big games earlier this year by manager Hansi Flick.

Barcelona are determined to keep Cancelo permanently and have not ruled out signing another experienced left-back, with Chelsea star Marc Cucurella being considered.

United have been closely monitoring Balde’s situation, and they could emerge as candidates to sign him. The La Masia graduate could be permitted to leave for around £43 million.

Balde’s injury record is a cause for concern

The 22-year-old has established himself as one of the best young left-backs in European football. His statistics were good last season. He completed 92 percent of his passes in La Liga.

Balde also won 60 percent of his duels with an average of three recoveries and one tackle. He mustered only three assists, but still caught the eye with his marauding overlapping runs from the left flank.

The Spaniard would be a perfect foil for Matheus Cunha on United’s left-hand side and could be seen as a long-term successor to Shaw, whose contract expires at the end of the 2026/27 season.

However, the big concern with him is his injury record. He missed 10 matches in the previous campaign due to two muscle injuries. It was a similar trend during the 2024/25 season (seven games).

Further back, Balde was sidelined for 23 matches in 2023/24 and 27 games in 2021/22. United have had to cope with Shaw’s countless injuries over the last 12 years and can ill-afford another repeat.

A deal won’t be difficult to pursue as United have a good relationship with super-agent Jorge Mendes, who represents Balde. He was key to bringing Manuel Ugarte and Leny Yoro to the club in 2024.

We still believe United should pass on the opportunity to sign Balde unless Barcelona provide a sizeable discount on the asking price or are prepared to sell him in a straight swap deal for Marcus Rashford. In that way, the transfer would carry a lower risk.

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Article written by Sri Aswin .