Man Utd set to seal Mainoo deal, midfield overhaul planned
United have made contact to challenge Barcelona’s talks over a highly rated target described as one of Ronaldinho’s favourite players.
United are readying an offer for Porto’s Alan Varela, seen as Casemiro’s successor. The 24-year-old has a €75m (£65m) clause, with Porto open to a sale only at the right price.
United plan to sell Manuel Ugarte, with Jorge Mendes set for talks to advance his exit, potentially at half of £50m. Casemiro will depart, Mainoo is renewing, and at least two new midfielders are targeted.
United, third on 61 points, host Liverpool aiming for a league double after a 2-1 win at Anfield. Bruno Fernandes sits on 19 assists, one off Henry and De Bruyne’s 20 in a season.
United could explore Rafael Leao, with Milan open to swap talks involving Marcus Rashford, Manuel Ugarte or Joshua Zirkzee. Club will avoid a bidding war for Elliot Anderson and may pivot to Carlos Baleba.
United are advancing on West Ham’s Mateus Fernandes after Bruno Fernandes’ endorsement. Midfield is the top priority as Casemiro and Manuel Ugarte are set to leave and Champions League nears.
United reportedly let a midfield prospect likened to Tchouameni and Elliot Anderson leave for £500k two years ago as they now prioritise midfield reinforcements.
Gary Neville names Declan Rice among his ‘dream’ United signings, with Marquinhos and Harry Kane, while citing realistic options like Sandro Tonali, Elliot Anderson and Ezri Konsa.
United will confirm Kobbie Mainoo’s new deal within 48 hours. The 21-year-old has signed to 2031 on £120k a week after Michael Carrick reinstated him. He rejoined England’s squad and is key to third place push.
United plan a statement summer and are plotting to hijack Man City for a highly rated Premier League teenager likened to Wayne Rooney, boosted by likely Champions League qualification.
Mason Mount says Man United can win the Premier League next season, citing wins over top sides and aiming for consistency alongside Champions League return.
Luis Enrique is set to extend at PSG and is not in the running for United. Michael Carrick remains favourite as he closes on Champions League qualification with United third.
Barcelona are open to selling Alejandro Balde for £40m+, giving Man United a boost as they seek a dynamic left-back to compete with injury-hit Luke Shaw.
Dortmund’s move for Jadon Sancho hinges on whether United trigger a one-year option. BVB want a bargain and may walk away if a fee is required, with Sancho’s €16m wages also a factor.
United are monitoring Ajax winger Mika Godts, 20, after a 2025-26 breakout of 16 goals and 13 assists. The left-sided attacker is contracted to 2029 and could cost €50m+, with rival interest strong.
Portugal weigh Cristiano Ronaldo’s role, while Bruno Fernandes is tipped as the on-pitch talisman for 2026. Expectation is high under Roberto Martinez, with a semi-final seen as minimum.
Bruno Fernandes is close to equalling the Premier League single-season assist record, highlighting his creative form for Manchester United.
Amad Diallo has zero goals or assists in 13 games under Michael Carrick and just 5 contributions in 28 this season, raising doubts over his end product for Man United.
Juventus’ Francisco Conceicao plans to stay in Turin despite Liverpool and Man United interest, with a deal to 2030 and a valuation around €40m.
Despite extending Kobbie Mainoo to 2031, Man United will invest heavily in midfield this summer and are ‘for sure’ interested in a costly Newcastle target, says Romano.
