
Manchester United's Bold Transfer Strategy: Key Targets and Managerial Stability
2025-09-19
Author: John Tan
In a surprising twist at Old Trafford, Manchester United's manager Ruben Amorim is reportedly under no immediate threat, allowing him the necessary backing for the upcoming transfer window.
Manchester United is intensifying its search for new talent, focusing heavily on players who can adapt tactically. This approach signifies a shift in strategy, as the club looks beyond Amorim’s immediate preferences in a climate of uncertainty surrounding his future.
Insiders reveal that the club's primary focus will be midfield reinforcements, with recruitment staff actively scouting potential solutions. However, there's an understanding that the team's business must transcend the current manager's specific needs, especially as questions linger about whether Amorim will remain in charge beyond the current season.
As a result, United is set to target players with versatility and a proven ability to thrive under different managerial styles. This decision is aimed at ensuring the team’s progression, regardless of who occupies the manager's role moving forward.
A pivotal consideration in upcoming discussions is whether to recruit a seasoned, high-caliber midfielder capable of elevating the squad’s performance immediately or to invest in a promising young talent with long-term potential.
Although United’s summer transfer activities emphasized acquiring a new goalkeeper and enhancing the attacking line-up, sources insist the squad is far from complete. A rigorous overhaul is planned for the next two transfer windows.
Key Midfield Targets
Throughout the summer, Manchester United had targeted Brighton's Carlos Baleba, but was unsuccessful in securing his signature. However, whispers suggest that the club is determined to pursue Baleba again in 2026, eyeing a summer transfer as the most likely outcome after attempting to sign Elliot Anderson next January.
Additionally, Adam Wharton has surfaced on the radar, although a move before the World Cup appears improbable.
Hojlund's Future in Limbo
On another note, Rasmus Hojlund has been loaned to Napoli, where he made an impressive debut and scored a goal. Reports indicate that Manchester United feels confident that the conditional obligation to buy clause for Hojlund will be activated.
Despite speculation, it has been confirmed that United has not initiated talks with any other managerial candidates out of respect for Amorim, as they hope to see him succeed. Moreover, there are rumors that Saudi club Al-Nassr intends to make a significant attempt to acquire Casemiro on a free transfer next summer.