United ready to make “unprecedented” move to sign £35m speedster to replace Luke Shaw – report

Manchester United decided against making any first-team signings during the winter transfer window, which is now shut. When Michael Carrick was brought in to replace Ruben Amorim, it was stressed that money is available to strengthen the squad should a target for the long term become available. It seems United did not find any viable deals to pursue, leaving Carrick with the same squad to work with for the remainder of the campaign. Manchester United want to make three signings in summer The recruitment team’s focus is now on the summer transfer window, and it is being suggested that Manchester United are prepared to make an “unprecedented” investment worth around £172.4 million to revamp the squad. According to Fichajes, United will look to build their project around young British players, having set their sights on Elliot Anderson, Lewis Hall, and Alex Scott. United’s priority is to bolster their midfield, and both Anderson and Scott have emerged as their top targets.  The Nottingham Forest star, in particular, has become a sought-after name due to his impressive ball-winning ability and composure in possession. It might take north of £100m to convince Forest to part ways with the 23-year-old.  Meanwhile, United admire Scott for his versatility. The promising 22-year-old possesses exceptional close control and the ability to glide past opponents.  Lewis Hall lands on Man United’s radar The Spanish outlet claims United are also interested in Newcastle United full-back Lewis Hall.  It is believed the club’s hierarchy are looking for a long-term solution to their issues at left-back. Lewis Hall Stats: 2025/26 Season CompetitionPlayedGoalsAssistsYellow CardsRed Cards Premier League17—11— Champions League6——— EFL Cup2———— FA Cup1———— Total26—11— The ageing Luke Shaw needs solid competition, capable of eventually replacing him as the side’s first-choice left-back. Further, United want to push Patrick Dorgu higher up the field and compete with Matheus Cunha.  Hall joined Newcastle from Chelsea in a deal worth £35m, including add-ons, in 2023. The left-footed Englishman is technically gifted and defensively astute.  Featured image Stu Forster via Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Vishal Singh Vishal has worked in the football media industry for over six years, planning, writing, and editing content for several major outlets, including North Star Network. Vishal has a bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Delhi University. Currently a writer at The Peoples Person, he covers Manchester United — a club he has been religiously following and supporting since 2012. Vishal also manages a leading MUFC fan page, The Red Devils, on Facebook with over a million likes. Big fan of ball-playing centre-backs and Harry Maguire’s knee-slide celebration!