Manchester United are poised to finalize additional signings, with several deals potentially concluding this week.
This summer is crucial for Manchester United as they aim to build on the momentum established under Michael Carrick during the latter part of the previous season.
With Champions League football returning to Old Trafford in the 2026-27 season, Carrick needs a more formidable and resilient squad than the one he concluded last season with.
Additionally, United must offload players, either through permanent transfers or loan agreements.
They have already strengthened the foundation of their squad with the signings of Andrey Santos from Chelsea and Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa, but it is anticipated that at least one more midfielder will join the team.
According to Express Sport, these are the five deals that United could potentially finalize this week.
Manu Kone
It is reported that United has reached an agreement on personal terms with the Roma midfielder, who is valued at around £50 million.
Radek Vitek
After making a significant impact while on loan at Bristol City last season, the Czech goalkeeper is expected to move again this summer. With the pathway to becoming United’s first-choice goalkeeper seemingly obstructed by Karl Darlow’s arrival as the primary backup to Senne Lammens, Vitek may depart on a permanent transfer.
Joshua Zirkzee
The Dutch forward seems to have a bleak future at Old Trafford. It is evident that Carrick has doubts regarding the 25-year-old, and it appears that United may have to relinquish any hopes of recouping the £36.5m they invested in Bologna in 2024.
A return to Italy seems likely, with Juventus reportedly interested.
Altay Bayindir
Another player facing an uncertain future at the club, Bayindir has been given an extended leave following the World Cup to facilitate his departure. The Turkish goalkeeper, who did not participate in the World Cup, has been rumored to be making a return to his homeland with Besiktas.
Marcus Rashford
While it is unlikely that the seemingly endless Rashford saga will come to a close this week, it is not entirely out of the question. The striker finds himself at a pivotal moment after Barcelona chose not to make his loan move permanent.