Manchester United considers left-back options amid summer revamp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 8:15 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Manchester United has completed a £155 million revamp of its midfield with the signing of Carlos Baleba. This follows a focus on strengthening after qualifying for the Champions League. With midfield issues addressed, attention turns to potential reinforcements at left-back, particularly Newcastle's Lewis Hall. Reports indicate Newcastle has no intention to sell Hall without a significant offer. United also eyes alternatives such as Racing Santander's Jorge Salinas and Barcelona's Alejandro Balde. With the transfer window closing in a week, urgency surrounds the club's left-back situation.
- •Manchester United spent £155 million on midfield upgrades this summer.
- •Carlos Baleba is the most recent addition to the squad.
- •Lewis Hall from Newcastle is a target but unlikely to be sold.
- •United is exploring other left-back options, including Jorge Salinas and Alejandro Balde.
- •The transfer window closes in one week, raising urgency for United.
- 8:15 AMYahoo Sports — Time for Man Utd to move for a left-back?
"The signing of Carlos Baleba completes a £155m summer revamp of Manchester United's midfield. At the end of last season, midfield was targeted as a priority area as United looked to build on qualification for the Champions League after a two-year absence. There is no doubt the club like Newcastle's Lewis Hall.
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