Manchester United are having a dramatic summer 2025 transfer window. With the arrival of big-name signings, the departure of key players, and a host of transfer rumors, the supporters are keenly monitoring each development. Below, we give you the latest Manchester United transfer news with confirmed transfers, transfer targets, and trending squad news.
✅ Confirmed Manchester United Signings – Summer 2025
1. Matheus Cunha Signs for Manchester United
Manchester United bought Brazilian forward Matheus Cunha from Wolverhampton Wanderers for a rumored £62.5 million. Cunha offers pace, versatility, and a proven Premier League record.
Source – Wikipedia
2. Bryan Mbeumo Joins from Brentford
United also signed Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford at a cost of £65 million + £6 million add-ons. The Cameroonian international will strengthen United's right side and goalscoring options.
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3. Youth Signings
- Diego León – signed from Cerro Porteño.
- Enzo Kana-Biyik – signed on a free transfer, immediately loaned to Lausanne-Sport.
Major Departure: Marcus Rashford to Barcelona
One of the biggest Manchester United transfer stories is Marcus Rashford's loan to FC Barcelona. Rashford will spend the 2025/26 season at Camp Nou, with the Catalan club paying his wages and having an option to buy.
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Manchester United Striker Search – Trending Topics
United's biggest transfer priority remains the signing of a top striker. Here are the latest names being linked with a move to Old Trafford:
Nicolas Jackson – Chelsea
United are favorites to sign the Chelsea striker, who is worth £80 million. West Ham, Newcastle, and Aston Villa are also keen.
Full story – The Sun
⚽ Ollie Watkins – Aston Villa
The England star is another top target, with talks reportedly ongoing. He would cost around £60 million.
Benjamin Šeško – RB Leipzig
Šeško is a long-term target, but there has not been an official bid yet.
Dusan Vlahović – Juventus
Now considered a bargain deal as he runs down his contract, with United closely monitoring the situation.
Sports Mole report
Rio Ferdinand Wants Midfield Focus
Former United skipper Rio Ferdinand has called on the club to make signing a midfielder a priority, citing Brighton's Carlos Baleba as an absolute necessity. Ferdinand believes that strengthening midfield is more important than signing another striker.
Ferdinand's comments
Exiled Manchester United Players May Return
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim stated that the likes of Antony, Jadon Sancho, Tyrell Malacia, and Alejandro Garnacho could be reintegrated into the side if transfer offers fall short of their valuations.
Reuters – Full story
Manchester United Target Donnarumma
The Red Devils are monitoring Gianluigi Donnarumma, with PSG open to listening to offers. If United lose faith in Onana's form in the long term, Donnarumma would become a top target.
PSG Talk
⭐ Wonderkid Watch: Idrissa Gueye and Garnacho News
Manchester United are also in talks to sign Senegalese youngster Idrissa Gueye from FC Metz. The deal would cost around £15 million, with United working to see off interest from Brentford and Dortmund.
Read more – The Sun
In the meantime, Atlético Madrid are also weighing up a shock offer to bring Alejandro Garnacho back to Spain. The future of the youngster remains unclear as Amorim finalizes his plans.
Full story – Sports Mole
Transfer Summary – Manchester United Summer 2025
Type | Player | From/To | Fee |
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Arrival | Matheus Cunha | Wolves | £62.5 million |
Arrival | Bryan Mbeumo | Brentford | £65m + £6m add-ons |
Arrival | Diego León | Cerro Porteño | Undisclosed |
Arrival | Enzo Kana-Biyik | Free agent | Free |
Departure | Barcelona (Marcus Rashford) (Loan) | Barcelona | Loan + option to buy |
Target | Nicolas Jackson | Chelsea | ~£80 million |
Target | Ollie Watkins | Aston Villa | ~£60 million |
Target | Dusan Vlahović | Juventus | ~£20 million |
Target | Carlos Baleba | Brighton | Undisclosed |
Target | Gianluigi Donnarumma | PSG | Undisclosed |
Final Thoughts
The Manchester United transfer news in July 2025 is that of a club in transition and ambition. High-profile signings like Mbeumo and Cunha suggest a focus on attacking prowess, while the pursuit of midfielders and a goalkeeper are other parts of the transfer jigsaw. Expect more business before the window closes—especially in the striker position.
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