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Manchester United Summer Transfer Window Recap

A look into all the Ins and Outs for Manchester United during the summer transfer window

By Shumail Sajid

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Manchester United's first summer transfer window under INEOS ownership has been marked by some valuable inputs, signaling a determined effort by the INEOS ownership to rebuild after a challenging 2023/24 season. Erik ten Hag has been supported with key signings across the squad, addressing critical areas to strengthen the team's core. A significant transfer value was also reimbursed with various outgoings.

Incomings:

The Red Devils made six notable additions:

-Joshua Zirkzee joined from Bologna, adding further depth to United’s attacking options.
-Leny Yoro, the defensive prodigy from Lille, was secured ahead of Real Madrid, with United's intent to invest in young talent visible with a top talent like him.
-Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui arrived from Bayern Munich after working with Erik ten Hag, significantly reinforcing United’s defence.
-Sekou Kone from Malian side Guidars FC was also added as he adds future potential to the squad while primarily playing for the United age group teams.
-Finally, Manuel Ugarte was brought in from Paris Saint-Germain on deadline day, bolstering the midfield which dearly suffered last season due to injuries to key players

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Outgoings:

To facilitate the incoming signings and offloading of several players, United made significant outgoings as well.

-Scott McTominay headed to Napoli, marking the end of his long association with the club since his youth days.
-Jadon Sancho was loaned to Chelsea in a dramatic deadline day move with an obligation to buy if Chelsea finishes among the first 14 teams in the league.
-Mason Greenwood found a new start at Marseille, while Aaron Wan-Bissaka joined West Ham. -Promising youngster Willy Kambwala moved to Villarreal, and Hannibal Mejbri signed with Burnley. -Facundo Pellistri was sold to Panathinaikos, and Alvaro Fernandes went to Benfica.
-Finally, Donny van de Beek moved to Girona.

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