Manchester United have a big summer ahead of them on and off the pitch, and their long-term future depends heavily on the decisions made by the board.
The managerial position is an area that has generated considerable debate in recent months, with Michael Carrick currently only in a part-time role.
It remains to be seen whether the Red Devils board will give the 44-year-old the job permanently, after claiming seven wins in his ten games so far.
The club is also set to strengthen during the summer transfer window, with INEOS likely to focus on improving the midfield department.
A number of players already have the chance to move to Old Trafford in the off-season, leading to speculation as to who the club’s target is.
Man Utd are making a move to sign a European player
Over the past few days, Newcastle United star Sandro Tonali has been named as one of United’s top targets ahead of the upcoming summer transfer window.
The Italian looks set to leave the Magpies at the end of the current campaign, especially if Eddie Howe’s men fail to secure Champions League football.
However, any deal for the 25-year-old could cost the Red Devils a pretty penny, with an £80m transfer fee currently being floated for his signature.
Despite a reported interest in Tonali before the summer, he is not the only option they are currently eyeing, with Bayern Munich star Leon Goretzka being considered as another name.
According to Gazzetta dello Sport via TEAMtalk, United have made a move to sign the Bayern Munich star on a free transfer when his contract expires this summer.
The report also claims that Premier League club Arsenal are also in the running to sign the 31-year-old – who is said to be keen on a move to England’s top flight.
TEAMtalk also adds to a report from Italy, which claims that the Red Devils appear to have the advantage over the Gunners in the race to sign the German.
That said, with a reported £300k-a-week salary at Bayern, his salary could be a sticking point.
Why Goretzka could be Casemiro 2.0 for United
For months now, United have been on the hunt for more reinforcements – coming in the wake of Casemiro’s departure.
The Brazilian, who joined Real Madrid in the summer of 2022, announced earlier this year that he would be leaving Old Trafford when his contract expires this summer.
The 34-year-old has endured a redemptive season with the Red Devils, becoming a key member of the starting eleven despite his departure last summer.
He has now appeared in all but two league games so far, scoring seven times – a tally that makes him the third highest goalscorer in the club.
Casemiro’s incredible salary of £350k per week – the highest of any player in the club – is no doubt a factor in that decision – which could give the authority important funds in their efforts to replace him.
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Replacing a player of the Brazilian’s caliber can be a difficult task for the board, and the aforementioned Goretzka appears to be the latest target on their short list.
However, the German could also emulate Casemiro this summer by becoming the latest experienced midfielder to move to United from another European giant.
The 31-year-old boasts an impressive CV at the moment, having won six Bundesliga titles and a UEFA Champions League triumph during his eight years in Munich.
Such achievements would make him a better addition than Tonali this summer, with Goretzka having valuable experience at a senior level that could allow the Red Devils to challenge for trophies again.
However, the German, who has been called “amazing” by Sami Khedira, has also managed to produce better statistics than Tonali in many key areas this season.
The Bayern star has scored the most attempts per 90 this term, while making the most interceptions per 90 – giving United the presence of ball-winners they will need when Casemiro departs.
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Leon Goretzka – Bundesliga Statistics (2025/26) |
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Statistics (out of 90) |
Tally |
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Played games |
24 |
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Goals and grants |
3 |
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More accurate |
93% |
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Chances are made |
1.1 |
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Dribble completed |
82% |
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About 90 |
90.1 |
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The ruins are made |
1.8 |
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Images created |
1.4 |
With it, he also managed the Italian star, after which he completed the most games he has attempted in the league throughout 2025/26.
Goretzka’s signing on a free transfer could give the Red Devils the experienced striker they will need at the heart of the side – especially as Casemiro moves on to pastures new.
Tonali will undoubtedly remain many fans’ first choice for now, but the German’s availability on a free transfer should make his signing a no-brainer this window.
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