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Manchester United plans January defensive signings after injury issues

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 12:35 PM

Last updated Sep 30, 2026

Manchester United plans January defensive signings after injury issues

Summary

Manchester United aims to strengthen its defense in January after facing injuries to key players. Luke Shaw is sidelined due to injury, and Patrick Dorgu is unavailable following a non-contact injury while on international duty. Reports indicate that new defenders are essential for Michael Carrick's success. The club is also assessing which players to target, following the commitment of Lewis Hall to Newcastle United. Striker recruitment is not currently a priority as the focus shifts to bolstering the defense.

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Status Watch

•Manchester United will strengthen defense in January transfer window.
•Luke Shaw out due to injury; Patrick Dorgu also absent.
•Focus on defenders follows difficulties experienced this season.
•Lewis Hall signed a long-term deal with Newcastle United.
•No immediate plans to recruit a striker at this time.

Latest Updates

12:35 PMYahoo Sports — Just in: Man Utd make final decision on January signing after receiving Ratcliffe green light, Carrick will be relieved

What they're saying

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Manchester United will reportedly look to make amends for their summer mistakes by bolstering their defence in January.According to Football Insider, Red Devils chiefs have decided that new defenders ...
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