Manchester United pursue Johan Manzambi and other midfield options
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 11:10 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Manchester United is looking beyond the Premier League for a successor to Casemiro, focusing on Johan Manzambi. The versatile Swiss player has impressed at the World Cup and scored three goals in the USA. United's attempts to secure other targets like Elliot Anderson and Sandro Tonali have been hindered by costs. Newcastle is reportedly leading the race for Manzambi, with United also interested in Alex Scott from Bournemouth. The pursuit comes as United seeks to strengthen their midfield options.
- •United missed out on several midfield targets due to high costs.
- •Manzambi has excelled in the World Cup and is being monitored by clubs.
- •Newcastle is currently favored to sign Manzambi.
- •United's priority also includes Alex Scott from Bournemouth.
- •Negotiations for Manzambi are ongoing but lack swift progress.
- 11:10 PMYahoo Sports — Johan Manzambi: United need to overcome rivals to win the race
"Manchester United might need to look beyond the Premier League as they search for the ideal successor to Casemiro.Ederson has been signed from Serie A, but the Brazilian is seen more as a market oppor...
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