Last season was nothing short of a nightmare for Manchester United. The team ended the 2024/25 Premier League campaign in 15th place and suffered heartbreak in the Europa League final, losing to Spurs. On top of that, missing out on European competition next season was a major setback for the club. Rúben Amorim took over as manager mid-season, but the task of turning things around in such a short time proved impossible. Now, with the 2025/26 season ahead, there’s hope that the club will take decisive steps in the right direction from the very start.
This summer, Manchester United made a strong impression in the transfer market. High-profile signings like Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo promise to add pace and aggression to the squad, while the acquisition of young Diogo Leon shows a commitment to investing in the future.
The biggest signing, however, was Benjamin Šeško, brought in to fill the striker void left by Rasmus Højlund’s underwhelming performance last season. The season kicks off against Arsenal at Old Trafford, and Amorim will be eager to showcase the team’s new style—fast, pressing, and attacking—from day one.
There had been recent speculation that Manchester United might target Dominic Calvert-Lewin on a free transfer. However, reports from The Sun now indicate that the 28-year-old English forward is set to join Leeds United. After nine years at Everton, Calvert-Lewin turned down a contract extension and is expected to undergo his medical soon, with a debut likely against his former club.
Calvert-Lewin brings Premier League experience and aerial strength, with excellent positioning and the ability to break down defenses on his best days. But injuries have hampered his career in recent seasons, and last year he managed only three league goals—highlighting his struggles.
The right decision for United
Calvert-Lewin’s move to Leeds isn’t a loss for Manchester United. Šeško offers pace, youth, and long-term potential, fitting perfectly into the club’s future plans. While Calvert-Lewin’s experience might have been useful, his injury record and declining goal return make him a short-term solution that doesn’t align with United’s ambitions.
For Leeds, it’s a smart acquisition—they gain a striker with Premier League experience. For United, however, the club already has options like Joshua Zirkzee and Højlund, and Amorim’s focus remains on developing strikers capable of influencing the title race. Meanwhile, Højlund’s struggles could open the door for a move to AC Milan.
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