Published Jul 29, 2026, 5:09 PM GMT+1

Ben is an experienced sports writer and editor, graduating with a Master’s in Sports Journalism in 2017.

Ben counts experience with publications like The Liverpool Echo and The Lincolnshire Echo. He has covered various sports, from American football to Mixed Martial Arts, but his primary passion is football reporting.

Since joining Football FanCast in 2018, starting out as a freelance writer covering nearly every team in the English football ladder, Ben has progressed through the ranks due to his transfer reporting and built a trusted network of contacts throughout the game.

He now leads the publication’s news team as a senior editor.

With Senne Lammens established between the posts, the now permanent manager's focus this summer has turned to tightening up a defence and midfield that shipped 50 goals last season, while Bryan Mbeumo, Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Sesko look to build on a promising debut campaign together up front.

Here, Football FanCast tracks every confirmed Man Utd signing and departure for the 2026/27 campaign.

New Man Utd Signings 2026/27

Andrey Santos has joined from Chelsea in a deal worth around £48m, with the Brazilian midfielder already making his debut in a pre-season defeat to Wrexham. Santos barely got a look-in at Chelsea after joining from Vasco da Gama.

Belgium captain Youri Tielemans has also arrived, signing from Aston Villa for £35m after a strong World Cup, with United triggering a release clause that left many fans in the Midlands frustrated, such was the former Leicester man's importance to their midfield.

Goalkeeper Karl Darlow has joined on a free transfer from Leeds United, while highly-rated youngster Tynan Thompson completes a move from Tottenham worth an initial £4m.

Man Utd Departures 2026/27

Rasmus Hojlund has completed a permanent move to Napoli worth £43m, with the Italian club's Champions League qualification triggering the obligation to buy following his loan spell in Serie A.

Brazilian midfielder Casemiro has left Old Trafford following the expiry of his contract and is expected to move to the MLS. Tyrell Malacia and Jadon Sancho have also left on free deals following disappointing spells in the red shirt.

Andre Onana has extended his stay in Turkey with another loan move to Trabzonspor.

Who is Man Utd's Record Signing?

Man Utd's record signing is Paul Pogba, who returned from Juventus in 2016 for a fee of £89m.

The French midfielder had come through the club's academy before leaving for Turin in 2012, and his second spell at Old Trafford had plenty of ups and downs before his contract expired in 2022.

All in all, Pogba scored 39 times and provided 51 assists in 233 United games.

Man Utd's Top 10 Signings of All Time

Who is Man Utd's Record Sale?

Man Utd's record sale is Cristiano Ronaldo, sold to Real Madrid in 2009 for £80m.

The Portuguese superstar grew into a global icon during six starring years at Old Trafford under Sir Alex Ferguson, winning nine major honours before his dream move to the Bernabeu.

Man Utd's Top 10 Sales of All Time

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