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Manchester United bolsters midfield with Tielemans and Santos during window

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 9:20 PM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Manchester United bolsters midfield with Tielemans and Santos during window

Summary

Manchester United has signed Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans in the current transfer window as they aim to strengthen their midfield, which already includes players like Kobbie Mainoo and Bruno Fernandes. Despite these additions, concerns remain about the overall quality and depth of the midfield, particularly the absence of a central figure to guide play. The club has been linked to Tyler Adams, who could provide a role, but doubts linger regarding his effectiveness in crucial matches. With the summer transfer window still open, scrutiny surrounds United’s overall strategy and the urgency of their acquisitions.

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By the Numbers

•United completes signings of Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans.
•Concerns persist about midfield strength and overall squad depth.
•Tyler Adams linked as a potential addition for midfield stability.
•Critics draw comparisons to rival teams' proactive transfer strategies.
•The summer transfer window remains open for further signings.

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9:20 PMYahoo Sports — Manchester United’s Value in the Market Approach Is a Risk

What they're saying

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Going into this window, it was clear that United needed to add bodies and quality primarily in midfield, but also in the other areas. It’s hard to claim that United have fully obliged to that demand despite signing Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans to a midfield that already included Kobbie Mainoo, Bruno Fernandes and Mason […]
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