Manchester United are reportedly set to be busy in the coming months as the club look to strengthen the squad ahead of the 2026/27 season.
Man Utd 'changing' Rashford strategy
The future of Marcus Rashford at Manchester United is reportedly shifting direction, with a permanent switch to Barcelona now looking increasingly likely. Negotiations between the two clubs have been ongoing for months, but with Rashford's £26million release clause now no longer active, a simple transfer agreement has effectively been removed from the table.
Rashford, who spent the 2025/26 season on loan at Camp Nou, had been keen to extend his stay in Spain. However, Barcelona's recent £70m signing of Anthony Gordon has reduced their need for another major attacking arrival. Although another loan deal has not been ruled out, the expiry of the clause means United can no longer rely on Barcelona to take Rashford - and his £325,000-per-week wages - off their hands.
Because of this, United are expected to take a more proactive approach in the market. Interest in Rashford remains strong, with Bayern Munich and several Premier League clubs reportedly tracking the situation closely following his productive loan spell, which produced 14 goals and 14 assists in Catalonia.
£28m deal 'eyed'
Manchester United are reportedly considering a move for Antonee Robinson, with the Fulham left back emerging as a serious option as the club look to strengthen defensive depth. Robinson, 28, has been a reliable performer since joining Craven Cottage in 2020 and is now being viewed as a possible long-term answer at left back, especially given uncertainty surrounding Luke Shaw, whose contract is due to expire next summer.
With Tyrell Malacia also expected to leave and Shaw's lingering injury concerns, reinforcing that position has become a key priority for United. Lewis Hall of Newcastle is also being monitored, but Robinson is considered the more affordable option, with reports suggesting Fulham may accept a fee of around £28m.
Robinson is understood to be open to a move to Old Trafford, although it remains unclear whether Fulham would sanction a sale, particularly with a managerial change underway following Marco Silva's departure.
Midfield priorities
Strengthening midfield is seen as the top priority for United, with the club targeting Elliot Anderson of Nottingham Forest, while a move for Ederson of Atalanta is also believed to be close to completion. After finishing the 2025/26 campaign on a strong note, anticipation is already building for next season at Manchester United. Back in the Champions League and boosted by new permanent head coach Michael Carrick, there is a growing sense of optimism around Old Trafford.
