Midfield Rebuild: Fernandes and Scott Targeted
Key Questions
Which midfielders are Manchester United now targeting?
United have shifted focus to Mateus Fernandes of West Ham and Alex Scott of Bournemouth after dropping out of the Elliot Anderson race.
Is there competition for Mateus Fernandes?
Real Madrid are attempting to hijack the deal for Fernandes, while United continue to monitor options like Illiman Ndiaye.
How does this fit with United's transfer strategy?
The targets align with sporting director Berrada's disciplined approach to the rebuild, with Alex Scott valued around £35m.
Manchester United have dropped out of the Elliot Anderson race and are now focusing on Mateus Fernandes (West Ham) and Alex Scott (Bournemouth). Real Madrid are attempting to hijack the Fernandes deal. This aligns with Berrada's disciplined transfer strategy. United are also monitoring Illiman Ndiaye as a left winger option.
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Updated Jun 12, 2026