United’s stance on former PL midfielder confirmed ahead of January window – Ben Jacobs

Manchester United have been an improved side this season. After spending heavily on their attack in the summer and bringing in a new goalkeeper, Senne Lammens, they are sitting sixth in the league. Nonetheless, even the most loyal fan would admit there is much to improve upon, and midfield is one area that is frequently cited. Midfield focus The Red Devils have been frequently linked to midfield signings, with Brighton and Hove Albion’s Carlos Baleba, Crystal Palace’s Adam Wharton and Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson all thought to be high up on the agenda. The problem with all three is that they will each cost a significant sum. What’s more, they are highly unlikely to be available until the summer, even though United need help now in the middle of the park. There have also been other links to lower-profile midfielders like Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Joao Gomes and Sunderland’s Noni Sadiki. Conor Gallagher One name that will not go away is that of former Chelsea midfielder, Conor Gallagher. The Red Devils made a late move to sign the player on loan at the end of the summer window, but Atletico Madrid would only entertain a permanent sale. The player is thought to be keen on a return to England and is frustrated at his lack of game time in Spain. United still want a loan deal Whilst there have been reports that United would be willing to spend €35 million on the player in January, it has been suggested by reporter Ben Jacobs that United are still keen on a loan. Speaking on The United Stand (via Givemesport.com), Ben Jacobs revealed that Manchester United could make a move for Conor Gallagher in the January transfer window. Jacobs claimed, “Man United see Conor Gallagher as a good ‘try before you buy’ option, if Atletico are open to a loan deal next month.” As it stands, though, United are only monitoring the situation, and a move would totally depend on the Spanish club opening their stance to a loan deal. Conor Gallagher 25/26 season AppearancesGoalsAssistsMinutes 2220826 Source: transfermarkt.com Feature image George Wood 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 Alex Browne Alex is a huge Manchester United fan, inspired by greats of his homeland such as George Best, Harry Gregg and Norman Whiteside. Alex has a Master’s degree from Queen’s University Belfast and La Universitat Rovira i Virgili in Tarragona, Spain. Having lived in the country since 2011, Alex is The Peoples Person’s Spanish football expert and is fluent in both Spanish and Catalan. He dreams of witnessing a United captain triumphantly hoisting the Premier League and Champions League trophy in the air once more.