Transfers
United stay calm after Fernandes miss, set sights on Brazilian Santos
Manchester United officials remained calm after missing out on Brazilian midfielder Mateus Fernandes last week, reiterating that new signings are still forthcoming and praising a recruitment team that delivered key arrivals last summer. The club stressed its commitment to strengthening the midfield despite the setback.
At 22, Brazilian Andrey Santos has already made 28 Premier League appearances, including a loan spell at Nottingham Forest—offers the energy United missed after Casemiro’s final seasons. His profile matches United’s desire for dynamism in midfield.
Supporters have grown increasingly edgy, turning their attention to Aurelien Tchouameni, who is currently part of France’s World Cup squad. The French midfielder is seen as a benchmark for the quality United seek.
Chelsea, without European competition, may be motivated to sell under new boss Xabi Alonso. Alonso is reportedly building a midfield centred on Moises Caicedo and possibly Enzo Fernandez.
United have already secured agreements with Ederson and Santos, moving a step closer to solving their midfield concerns. The lingering question remains whether another new signing will join the squad.