Manchester United transfer targets summer 2026: New left-back now the priority for Red Devils

In this article, we will be taking a deeper look at all of the latest Manchester United transfer targets as the summer transfer window enters its final month.

After a successful transfer window last summer, when the club brought in Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, Benjamin Sesko and Senne Lammens, the goal this summer is to make signings that can make them genuine title contenders in 2026/27.

So far, they have brought in Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos to boost their midfield options, and Karl Darlow to add depth to the goalkeeper department.

Manchester United transfer targets summer 2026

*Based on reported current valuations. Subject to change.

Lewis Hall (Newcastle)

Lewis Hall has emerged as Man Utd's number one transfer target this summer as the club look to find a new long-term left-back. Newcastle are reportedly adamant that they won't sell a player, but a bid worth £65m or more would surely make them reconsider.

Carlos Baleba (Brighton)

According to football journalist and transfer expert David Ornstein, United contacted Brighton last summer to explore the conditions for a potential deal for central midfield player Carlos Baleba.

While they were told a deal would be impossible at the time, things may be different this time around. Baleba had a poor season by his standards, with many people speculating that his head was turned by United's interest. There is reportedly still interest in the player, but at a lower fee.

Alex Scott (Bournemouth)

According to several reports in the UK media, Alex Scott is a player that Manchester United are very keen on bringing to Old Trafford this summer. The 22-year-old has the engine to complement Kobbie Mainoo and Youri Tielemans in the middle of the park.