Manchester United prepares for 2026-27 season kickoff

Manchester United prepares to launch its 2026-27 campaign, starting with a Premier League match against Hull City on August 22. Following a pre-season defeat to AC Milan, attention is focused on key personnel under manager Michael Carrick.

Club captain Bruno Fernandes has identified summer signing Andrey Santos as a player to watch this season. The 22-year-old Brazilian joined from Chelsea for £50 million and is expected to compete for the defensive midfield role. Fernandes praised Santos's ability to control games and move play forward during pre-season appearances.

Additionally, former Manchester United captain Roy Keane has predicted that Fernandes could win the Premier League Player of the Season award, provided the team improves its defensive stability. Fernandes enters the season following a campaign where he recorded nine goals and 22 assists across all competitions.