Ruben Amorim’s Man Utd Overhaul Begins: Mbeumo Set, Board Request Made & Martinez Latest

Manchester United’s summer transfer window is heating up, and while it’s been a relatively calm few weeks since the signing of Matheus Cunha, manager Ruben Amorim is laying the groundwork for a major squad shake-up. 

From high-profile targets and possible exits to behind-the-scenes staff reshuffles, here’s everything happening at Old Trafford right now: 

United are on the verge of securing their next big signing: Bryan Mbeumo. The Cameroon international is reportedly close to completing a big-money move from Brentford, with an official announcement expected soon. While Amorim can’t offer European football this season, he’s promising something just as valuable, a key role in United’s rebuilding project. 

United’s pre-season tour begins in under a month, kicking off with a clash against newly-promoted Leeds in Sweden. The club will then participate in the Premier League Summer Series in the US, before finishing their tour with a home game at Old Trafford against Fiorentina. 

With time ticking, expect plenty of incoming and outgoing transfers. Names like Alejandro Garnacho, Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho, and Antony could all be moved on if the right offers arrive. Meanwhile, Victor Lindelof and Christian Eriksen are preparing to depart on free transfers once their contracts expire. 

In the goalkeeping department, Aston Villa’s World Cup-winning star Emiliano Martinez is said to be open to a Manchester United move. The Argentine stopper has also attracted interest from Chelsea and Saudi clubs, but reports suggest he would be keen on a switch to Old Trafford. 

This comes amid uncertainty surrounding Andre Onana and Altay Bayindir. Veteran Tom Heaton, however, has renewed his contract and is set to stay on as third-choice. 

Chelsea have reportedly backed out of deals involving United wingers Jadon Sancho and Alejandro Garnacho, despite past interest. Instead, the Blues are focusing on Jamie Gittens, a former Manchester City academy product who now plays for Borussia Dortmund. Talks between the two clubs are said to be progressing well. 

In a move that signals Ruben Amorim’s long-term vision, the Portuguese boss has asked the United board to bring in Acacio Valentim, a trusted coaching ally from his Braga days. Valentim, 49, left Braga earlier this year and could reunite with Amorim at Old Trafford. 

Amorim has already added several new faces to his coaching team, including Carlos Fernandes, Jorge Vital, Adelio Candido, Emanuel Ferro, and Paulo Barreira. The departure of Ruud van Nistelrooy, who briefly managed Leicester, made room for this new coaching direction. 

As July approaches, fans should brace for a flurry of activity. Ruben Amorim is reshaping Manchester United in his image, and the project is just getting started.