Manchester United face setback in pursuit of Brian Brobbey
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 7:05 AM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026
Manchester United’s attempt to acquire Brian Brobbey has encountered another obstacle. The Dutch striker has been a target for United since 2022 as they look to improve their scoring. Although Brobbey made the move to the Premier League in the summer of 2025, Sunderland reportedly intends to keep him under contract until 2029. Brobbey had a standout performance against Manchester City prior to the international break, scoring a hat-trick. If United cannot secure Brobbey, they may explore alternatives like Igor Matanovic in January.
- •United continues pursuit of Brobbey after two years of interest.
- •Sunderland reportedly unwilling to sell Brobbey, under contract until 2029.
- •Brobbey scored three goals in recent match against Manchester City.
- •United may consider alternative striker options in January.
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"1Manchester United’s pursuit of Brian Brobbey appears to have hit another roadblock. The Dutch striker remains on the Red Devils’ wish list as they look to address their goalscoring woes this seas...
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