Sources: Man United add top-class defender to summer shopping list that's growing by the week
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(Credit: Imago) Thu 30 April 2026 8:00, UK Manchester United are set to target the addition of a top-class centre-back to their squad this summer, sources have told Football Insider.The Red Devils have seen their depth in that area of the pitch hit drastically by injuries and suspension in recent weeks, and they are determined to ensure that they correct those issues ahead of next season. United’s transfer plans are set to see plenty of players come in and out in the coming months, but it is clear where their priorities lie heading into the window. 🔄 Man United Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on deals in progress, signing scoops, departures, and contract news from the United boardroom.
VISIT THE TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Man United target centre-back in addition to three-point planMichael Carrick has overseen a dramatic turnaround at Old Trafford since he took the reins on an interim basis back in January, and the team are now on the verge of sealing a return to the Champions League. The club hierarchy are preparing to strengthen the squad to ensure that they can compete at that level next term, and they have already made their priorities clear ahead of the window.
PlayerGames Missed (Club and country)Lisandro Martinez41Lenny Yoro32Matthijs de Ligt31Harry Maguire22Ayden Heaven10Games missed by United’s centre-back since the start of 2024-25, as per Transfermarkt.Football Insider revealed on Wednesday that United’s three-point signing plan for the summer is set to see them target a new centre-midfielder, left-back and left-winger as top priorities.The addition of a new centre-back is now also on the cards before next season, but is not deemed to be quite as pressing an issue as the other three positions. Alphonso Davies swoop could be on this summerFootball Insider revealed at the end of March that Bayern Munich could accept an offer for left-back Alphonso Davies this summer, if it is deemed to be “too good to refuse.”United have been long-term admirers of the Canadian international, and they have been linked with a move for him yet again this summer.