Manchester United are reportedly making Aurelien Tchouameni and Alex Scott two of their top transfer targets in midfield.
However, the Red Devils also have other options under consideration, including Tchouameni’s Real Madrid and France teammate Eduardo Camavinga.
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See below for more detail as Sky Sports release a video update on Man Utd’s midfielder search, with Tchouameni and Scott seemingly the club’s preferred options, even if Camavinga might be more likely to be available…
"Two of their top targets right now" ??
Aurelien Tchouameni and Alex Scott remain high on Manchester United’s target list for a new midfielder ? pic.twitter.com/e9JR87OLgf
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) July 3, 2026
It seems that United are keen to add a second midfield signing after already reportedly having an agreement in place to bring in Ederson from Atalanta, as per BBC Sport‘s recent report.
Even though the Brazilian should be a fine addition at Old Trafford, there clearly seems to be room for another addition in that position.
Tchouameni and Scott are quite different players, but both look like they’d surely be an upgrade on Manuel Ugarte, who has struggled to establish himself as a regular during his time at United, and who has also just suffered a serious injury whilst at the World Cup with Uruguay.
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Manchester United to raid Real Madrid?
It will be interesting to see if there’s an opportunity for United to raid Madrid for either one of Tchouameni or Camavinga.
Sky’s report above mentions that Real also have an interest in a midfield signing of their own this summer, with Manchester City’s Rodri on their list.
That should give some encouragement to MUFC, who could do well to take advantage of this situation by landing one of Tchouameni or Camavinga.
Both are fine players, but it perhaps makes sense that Los Blancos are prepared to make some changes to their squad after two seasons in a row of significant under-achievement.
To the Manchester United recruitment department and Michael Carrick, I respectfully urge you to give serious consideration to signing Adam Wharton of Crystal Palace. His blend of creativity, intelligence, and relentless industry places him ahead of Alex Scott in terms of immediate impact and long‑term value.
Wharton’s left‑footed profile fills a glaring structural gap in United’s midfield. His stamina is extraordinary — a true on‑field marathoner whose absence is immediately felt, yet whose introduction from the bench transforms the tempo of the match. He is a player who elevates those around him, dictates rhythm, and competes with maturity beyond his years.
This is the moment to be decisive. Break the bank if necessary and secure a midfielder who can redefine United’s future.
To the Manchester United recruitment team and Michael Carrick, following the absence of Fernandes who joined the rival club, I strongly urge you to prioritize the acquisition of Andrey Santos and Adam Wharton. These two midfielders possess the creativity, acceleration, and technical assurance required to recalibrate United’s entire engine room.
Both players are capable of generating chances from nothing, breaking lines with intelligence, and sustaining tempo with maturity beyond their years. Their presence would not merely fill a gap — it would transform the team’s dynamics.
This is the moment for decisive action. Move swiftly and secure them.