The 2025 summer window has been one of utter transformation for Manchester United, with new manager Ruben Amorim overseeing a widespread overhaul of the squad. Now that the window is closed as of September 1, 2025, the Red Devils have splashed big trying to reshape their roster. Here is a complete overview of Manchester United's transfer activity for the 2025/26 season, including incoming signings, outgoing transfers, and ongoing rumors as of this day, September 9, 2025, including the latest updates from today's news.
Incoming Transfers: New Arrivals at Old Trafford
Manchester United signed approximately £215 million of five new additions to the team. Here is the list of players the club has signed:
Matheus Cunha (permanent transfer from Wolverhampton Wanderers): The talented striker was the first recruit, bringing a touch of class to United's attack. Cunha has created some moments of magic at the beginning of the 2025/26 season, impressing fans with his industry and finishing. Sky Sports, September 9, 2025
Diego Leon (from Cerro Porteño, Permanent): The Paraguayan talent signed on as part of Amorim's strategy of investing in talented young players with great potential. Leon will become a key player in the team in coming years. Manchester United Official, September 9, 2025
Enzo Kana-Biyik (of Le Havre, Free Agent, Loaned to Lausanne-Sport): Signed on a free transfer, Kana-Biyik was immediately loaned out for the season to Swiss side Lausanne-Sport to gain some experience, showing United's focus on bringing through young players. Manchester United Official, 9th September 2025
Bryan Mbeumo (Permanent, from Brentford): Mbeumo has impressed, winning Manchester United's Player of the Month for the start of the 2025/26 season. His pace and shooting have taken a new dimension to the attack. Manchester Evening News, September 9, 2025
Benjamin Sesko (from RB Leipzig, Permanent): Slovenia striker signed at the window closed, revealed before the Snapdragon Cup clash against Fiorentina. Sesko has not scored any goals in his first four games but is set to be United's target man. The Athletic, 9 September 2025
Senne Lammens (of Permanent, Royal Antwerp): The 22-year-old Belgian goalkeeper signed on deadline day for £17m, a long-term signing for the number one spot. BBC Sport, September 9, 2025
There was also interest in other targets, such as Brighton's Carlos Baleba and Conor Gallagher of Atletico Madrid, but none were completed. The pursuit of Baleba remains active in January 2026. Manchester Evening News, September 9, 2025
Outgoing Transfers: A Change of Guard
United raised around £68 million in sales and loan fees, with some high-profile departures heralding a shift in Amorim's strategy:
Alejandro Garnacho (to Chelsea, Permanent, £35 million): The young wideman's move to Chelsea was unexpected, and his hijinks last season caught Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca's attention. Manchester Evening News, September 9, 2025
Antony (Real Betis, Permanent): Antony had a loan spell at Real Betis before finalizing a permanent move, after Bayern Munich entered the fray late. TransferFeed, September 9, 2025
Rasmus Hojlund (Napoli, Loan): Napoli captured the Danish striker on a season-long loan basis, with the aim of turning him into a permanent signing in the future. Manchester Evening News, September 9, 2025
Marcus Rashford (Barcelona, Loan with Buy Option): Rashford's loan to Barcelona is offered with a buy option, having rubbish rumors of the early return to United dismissed. Manchester Evening News, September 9, 2025
Jadon Sancho (Aston Villa, Loan): Sancho received a season-long loan to Aston Villa, with Roma and Borussia Dortmund failing to pursue the interest. Manchester United Official, September 9, 2025
Christian Eriksen (Released): The Danish midfielder remains a free agent since leaving United. Manchester Evening News, 9 September 2025
Jonny Evans (Retired): Evans retired but will remain at United as a head of loans and pathways. Manchester United Official, 9 September 2025
Victor Lindelof (to Aston Villa, Free Transfer): The Swedish defender moved to Aston Villa on a free transfer. Manchester United Official, 9 September 2025
Youngsters like Sonny Aljofree, Harry Amass, Dan Gore, and Ethan Wheatley were also sent on loan to continue their development.
Ongoing Rumors and Future Plans (September 9, 2025)
Today's news revolves around ongoing rumors and potential deals for January 2026:
Andre Onana's Loan Transfer: Onana's loan transfer to Trabzonspor was approved today without an option to buy, doubling his salary. The transfer has the approval of fans and sources, who blame it on his Premier League troubles. United's goalkeeping options now are Lammens, Altay Bayindir, and Tom Heaton, with Lammens set to start against Manchester City. BBC Sport, 9 September 2025; Fabrizio Romano, 9 September 2025
Midfield Targets: United are to make a "sensational double swoop" for midfielders, with Brighton's Carlos Baleba a top priority in January. Morten Hjulmand and Angelo Stiller are also named, though Stiller's £31.5m release clause is only available in 2026. The Peoples Person, September 9, 2025; Manchester Evening News, September 9, 2025
Saudi Interest Bruno Fernandes: Reports today confirm Fernandes rejected Saudi interest, with Cristiano Ronaldo visiting him personally on behalf of Al-Nassr. Fernandes remains loyal to United but may reconsider in 2026. Fabrizio Romano, September 9, 2025; TransferFeed, September 9, 2025
Emiliano Martinez Decision: United opted for Lammens over Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez to sign youngsters for future success. Martinez's brother reacted to the transfer that failed to materialize. Manchester Evening News, September 9, 2025
Antoine Semenyo and Others: United still has interest in Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo, with the possibility of a January transfer. Denzel Dumfries of Inter Milan, who has been rumoured to join United, has been approached by the Premier League. Manchester Evening News, September 9, 2025; Metro, September 9, 2025
Harry Maguire and Altay Bayindir: Two Saudi Arabian clubs are interested in Maguire, with Bayindir also considering a move to Saudi Arabia. These departures do not feel imminent, though, until January. TransferFeed, September 9, 2025
Analysis: A New Era Under Amorim
Amorim's first window has been all-out, with Cunha, Mbeumo, and Sesko addressing attacking woes, and Lammens showing a long-term goalkeeping strategy. Garnacho, Rashford, Hojlund, and Sancho's exits have had United acting brutally, but the lack of a marquee midfielder continues to be an empty space. News today suggests United are already looking at January, with Baleba and other midfielders in their vision. The Peoples Person, September 9, 2025
The £215 million expenditure, mitigated by £68 million in revenues, demonstrates fiscal prudence, but the absence of Champions League football will hamper signings in the future. Amorim's youth policy, evident in Lammens and Leon, is in line with United's sustainable vision, but short-term returns are paramount to pacify supporters.
Conclusion
To September 9, 2025, Manchester United transfer activity has set the scene for a new era under Amorim. With astute signings, high-profile exits, and ongoing speculation about Onana, Baleba, and Fernandes, the Red Devils are changing. Fans can stay up to date on Manchester United's official website, the Manchester Evening News' United newsletter, or podcasts like Manchester Is Red. Manchester United Official, September 9, 2025; Manchester Evening News, September 9, 2025
