Manchester United's board admitted that the current squad under Ruben Amorim is still limited, despite him having spent more than £200 million on player procurement in the 2025 summer transfer window.
After his worst season in the club's Premier League history, the Portuguese coach strengthened the squad when recruiting Benjamin Sesko for £74 million, along with Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo for a total value of more than £120 million. Goalkeeper Senne Lammens also joined the club and was highly expected.
Despite the current quality of the squad, the "Red Devils" leadership is lowering expectations, admitting that Amorim can only reach a certain limit with the current force. Some positions still need to be consolidated before the head coach can be expected to achieve maximum efficiency in the season.
Man United's progress was stopped as Everton ended their 5-match unbeaten streak. After 12 rounds, the "Red Devils" are currently ranked tenth in the Premier League rankings.
Although the January transfer window will open in just over five weeks and the squad still needs to consolidate in some positions, according to British media, Man United's leadership will only focus on deals in the summer.
However, the club remains open and ready to act if it is in the best interest of the club. Injuries to key players could force Man United to reconsider their plans. However, finding quality players at a reasonable price is often a challenge in the middle of the season.
Man United believes their financial situation will allow them to continue investing in the squad, despite a large spending this summer. They expect some of the highest-paid players, such as Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho, to leave within the next 6 months, thereby freeing up the salary fund and increasing financial flexibility. Returning to European competitions will also support this goal.
The addition of a central midfielder is a top priority for Man United, expected to be implemented next summer. Several players have proven their ability in the Premier League, including Elliot Anderson, Adam Wharton and Carlos Baleba, have been named in their shortlist. In addition, the team is also closely monitoring Wolves duo Joao Gomes and Andre.
The club also believes that Amorim needs to increase depth in the full-back position, especially considering the key role of this position in his tactical system. Initial surveys have been conducted to assess some potential targets, while Man United currently mainly use traditional full-backs.
