Manchester United plans summer signings as Carrick evaluates midfield and full‑back options

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick is shaping the club’s transfer strategy ahead of the 2026/27 season. The club has agreed a £35 million deal with Atalanta for goalkeeper Ederson and is weighing several midfield targets, including Real Madrid’s Aurelien Tchouameni, Andrey Santos, and other names such as Sander Berge, Crysencio Summerville and Alex Scott, whose valuation runs around £80 million. Discussions are also under way about the future of striker Marcus Rashford after his loan at Barcelona ends.

In addition to the midfield focus, United must decide how to use Danish international Patrick Dorgu, who could become a regular left‑winger or left‑back. Carrick’s choice will influence whether United needs to recruit another left‑back or can rely on Dorgu’s attacking abilities, while other academy prospects such as Harry Amass remain in contention for first‑team opportunities.