Manchester United pursuing Sander Berge for £40 million ahead of season start
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 6:05 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Manchester United is reportedly considering a move for midfielder Sander Berge as the transfer window nears its close. With new signings like Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos in place, doubts linger over the club's midfield depth, especially after Manuel Ugarte's injury. Laurie Whitwell of The Athletic suggests Berge, who has participated in 140 Premier League matches, could be available for around £40 million. The transfer is complicated by Berge's contract with Fulham, running until June 2029, and his willingness to move.
- •Sander Berge has 140 Premier League appearances.
- •Manchester United aims to bolster its midfield options.
- •INEOS faces pressure to finalize signings before the season opener.
- •Berge is under contract with Fulham until June 2029.
- •United's Premier League campaign starts away at Hull City.
- 6:05 AMYahoo Sports — Whitwell: United ‘could get’ midfielder with 140 PL appearances to his name for £40m as INEOS grow desperate
"Manchester United could well turn their attention to Sander Berge in the closing stages of the transfer window.Over a month on from the Red Devils facilitating their most recent summer signing in the ...
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