Manchester United Make Midfield the Focus for Summer 2026 as Casemiro’s Future Remains Uncertain

The plan reflects a shift toward younger, high-availability midfielders suited to Ruben Amorim’s pressing game.

Overview

Sky Sports reporting indicates a central midfielder tops Manchester United’s agenda for the 2026 summer window, with limited activity expected in January.
Brighton’s Carlos Baleba is a long-standing target on United’s scouting lists, and Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson is also being monitored.
Rob Dorsett and Danyal Khan of Sky Sports say there is a realistic prospect Casemiro will not be renewed, potentially easing wage pressures to fund midfield reinforcements.
Contract timelines, including Harry Maguire nearing expiry, point to notable changes to the squad spine by pre-season.
A separate report links Casemiro with a possible January move to Fiorentina, which would require a significant pay cut and remains unconfirmed.