Manchester United Thread 25/26 - Teamtalk/Transfers/Gossip Mod Note in OP 12.02.26

But likely Anderson for 120 isn't even an option as he seems to want city

If it hits 80 for MF I would say 10m+ would be add-ons. MF has impressed for 2 different PL teams in consecutive seasons - that's a decent track record imo

I was referencing premier league seasons because that’s one of the points. Who has shown they can do it in the league and presents less of a risk (you’ve highlighted Baleba’s inconsistency before). If not, then Fernandes time before Soton cancels out Baleba in Lille anyways.

I’m not sure the comparison works well. Baleba was a more mid-late summer concept when desperation was rising and United seemed the only team interested. There’s been interest in Fernandes since West again were relegated from multiple clubs it seems. It’s still early enough in the window and Ederson already being secured has removed the equivalent desperation imo.

It’s kind of the same logic of Carrick won’t work because Ole didn’t. Similar outcomes are possible of course but it seems a surface level comparison.

As before, depends on risk appetite. I think the reality is the days of us being the market overlords in terms of spending power and general pull are well and truly gone. We generally seem to be in the market for the players with hopefully the potential to be the next top player in that position than the incumbents. Let’s see what happens.

There is absolutely no evidence that we are run by people who think like that, you've just made that up in your head. If that was the case then why did they sign M'Buemo last year when we already had Amad? No reason to sign Lammens as we had Heaton, Bayinder and Onana.

For midfield I think we get the Fernandes deal done. Wouldn't be stunned if we moved for Goretzka too. On a free, won't want stupid wages and won't need to play every single game.

Newcastle aren't going to sell Tonali that cheap when other teams are asking for similar money for their players and Forest want £120M for Anderson.

I don't think Wharton and Mainoo work together. Good player I like him and had Mainoo left I think he'd be the perfect Mainoo replacement.

Unfortunately that's the way football has gone. Though I think Palace will look to cash in and won't play hard ball with negotiations.

Alex Scott is probably someone else you might get cheaper. Bournemouth want him to sign a new deal which will include a £75M release clause. He's got two years left on his deal and they probably think it will be hard to squeeze that much out of a club with his contract running down.

Some people just love misery.

What standards? You put a comment on the thread with no source and are acting like the world is falling when absolutely nothing has changed.

Like I said in my original comment it has been reported for weeks we have agreed terms and are discussing a fee with WH.

TODAYS WAFFLE DEDICATED TO @y0ssar1an22

Manchester United are in ongoing talks with West Ham regarding Mateus Fernandes. They are aware of Spurs' interest & pursuit but firmly believe that they're the most advanced club with confidence internally. Fernandes' preferred club is United & they still believe thats the case. @SullyTalkz ————-

Ederson on his transfer to United: “It's practically DONE. All that's left is for me to wait, but for now, I'm here [at the World Cup] and I have to fully enjoy this moment.” #MUFC [@SkySport]————-

Tottenham is very close to a contract agreement with Mateus Fernandes, but there are no negotiations yet with West Ham. The player is open to a transfer to the Spurs. [@MatteMoretto] #MUFC—————-

mufc are pushing in talks with Jorge Mendes and West Ham to try and find a solution for Mateus Fernandes. Tottenham are also in contact with Mendes [@FabrizioRomano]

Crysencio Summerville also set to leave West Ham with several clubs calling.

Manchester United are informed on price and added his name on shortlist, more PL club also keen — PSG interest depends on Barcola/Diomande.——————

Harry Amass WANTS to head back out on loan next season.

Well-placed sources have not ruled out the possibility of Amass staying to provide Luke Shaw with competition at left back.

#mufc are expected to include him in their pre-season squad.

[Samuel Luckhurst]—————-

Manchester United, Manchester City and Bayern Munich are all interested in Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite, though Everton are demanding £70M for his sale.

Branthwaite remains a long-term Manchester United target, with talks reportedly held earlier this year. The defender is understood to be keen on a move to Old Trafford. [@DailyMail] #mufc—————-