Manchester United could sanction four more departures before the summer window closes, with Michael Carrick approving moves involving senior and academy players, according to The Mirror. Man Utd Sale plans now include Joshua Zirkzee, Toby Collyer, Harry Amass and Ethan Wheatley, as United continue reshaping Carrick’s squad. (Via Mirror)
Man Utd Sale: £6m Teen Among 4 Set to Leave
Zirkzee represents the biggest name on the list. Juventus have opened discussions over a possible deal, with a loan structure under consideration after the Dutch forward struggled to establish himself at Old Trafford. Collyer, 22, faces a crowded midfield after United added new options, while previous loan spells at West Bromwich Albion and Hull City have not produced a clear route into regular senior football.
Amass, 19, has attracted attention after The Athletic reported a £6m valuation. United could extend his contract if he leaves temporarily, which gives the club another route. Wheatley, meanwhile, can leave after spending time on loan in the lower divisions, with Everton among the clubs linked with him. United have already completed Hojlund’s permanent £44m move to Napoli.
Man Utd Sale points to a smarter squad rebuild
The departures make sense, but I’d give United’s window 8.5/10 rather than a perfect score. Andrey Santos cost £48m plus achievable bonuses, and the 22-year-old gives Carrick a midfield option after Casemiro’s exit and Manuel Ugarte’s knee injury. His profile should add ball progression and defensive bite.
Man Utd Sale must fund the midfield
Youri Tielemans, signed for £35m, gives United another passer, while Karl Darlow arrived on a free transfer to support Senne Lammens. That goalkeeper move keeps spending controlled and gives the squad experienced cover.
The attack still raises questions. Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko offer quality, yet Sesko’s minor fitness concern leaves Carrick short of proven depth. United must find a balance between keeping enough forwards and removing players who no longer suit the plan.
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Man Utd Sale cannot ignore the deadwood
André Onana’s situation matters because his wages still affect the squad’s finances, although he is on loan. Marcus Rashford has returned after Barcelona, so his reintegration creates another selection issue rather than a simple sale. United’s structure looks far healthier than under previous regimes, but Amass for £6m deserves scrutiny given the club’s need for left-back cover. That is the sort of decision that can look cheap now and expensive later.
