Man United Transfer: Coaching Change Forces New Midfield Approach And Possible Loan Signings

‎Manchester United have been planning to sign two central midfielders across 2026, but at this stage, their most realistic option appears to be a short-term deal.

‎The change of head coach from Ruben Amorim to Michael Carrick has also led to adjustments in both team shape and personnel.

‎As part of that shift, Bruno Fernandes is now operating further forward, while Kobbie Mainoo has returned to the centre of midfield.

‎Manchester United also has experienced options in Manuel Ugarte, Casemiro, and Mason Mount, with several younger players gradually integrating into the first-team setup.

Despite these options, new names remain linked with potential moves. Ruben Neves, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, and Wilfred Ndidi have all been mentioned as possible signings as United evaluates the market.

‎At a time when United have just 16 matches remaining this season, the prospect of loan deals seems to be an area of discussion. Any such moves would go against the plan that had originally been put in place for this transfer window.

‎United had aimed to secure a key midfielder for the future, and failing to land players like Adam Wharton, Carlos Baleba, or Elliot Anderson contributed to the breakdown between Amorim and the Old Trafford hierarchy.

‎Carrick has since participated in discussions about squad planning, with potential new signings likely to be part of those talks.

‎Ndidi, currently on the books at Besiktas, is the latest player to be mentioned after AC Milan’s Ruben Loftus-Cheek was made available and linked with a move to Manchester.

‎Meanwhile, Al Hilal midfielder Neves has been touted around the Premier League, with United among the clubs informed of the terms required for a potential deal.