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Manchester United eye Brian Brobbey ahead of January transfer window

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 3:05 PM

Last updated Sep 26, 2026

Manchester United eye Brian Brobbey ahead of January transfer window

Summary

Manchester United is considering a move for Sunderland striker Brian Brobbey as they prepare for the January transfer window. Despite committing £73.7 million for RB Leipzig's Benjamin Šeško in 2025, United may need to bolster their striking options after failing to secure a replacement for Joshua Zirkzee. Brobbey's impressive form has caught the attention of several clubs, with Sunderland valuing him at around £50 million. Although United have not yet made a concrete offer, Brobbey's potential acquisition could enhance their attacking depth significantly.

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Status Watch

•United shows interest in Brian Brobbey for January signing.
•Sunderland values Brobbey at approximately £50 million.
•United committed to a £73.7 million deal for Šeško in 2025.
•No concrete move has been made for Brobbey yet.
•Brobbey is in recovery and could elevate United's attack.

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3Despite committing to a £73.7 million deal to sign RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Šeško in 2025, Manchester United may still find themselves spending heavily on a striker.Interestingly, they arguably...
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