With the arrival of Ineos, MU's transfer policy has become more flexible and decisive. For example, last summer, the club parted ways with several big names through outright sales or loan deals, such as Sancho, Rashford, Antony, and Garnacho.

Four new signings, Mbeumo, Matheus Cunha, Sesko, and Lammens, have joined Old Trafford and are all playing important roles in the race for a top-four finish in the Premier League.

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Zirkzee, Ugarte, and Mason Mount failed to live up to expectations at Old Trafford - Photo: SunSport

However, MU is still a long way from its goal of building a strong team capable of competing for prestigious titles on all fronts.

According to financial records, the Manchester club still owes £422 million in transfer fees, of which £238 million is due this year.

A large-scale recruitment campaign will take place in the summer of 2026, with priority given to central midfielders, left wingers, left-backs, and center-backs.

At the same time, the Red Devils also terminated contracts with several high-earning veterans and sold off surplus players, remnants from the Erik ten Hag era.

Casemiro and Harry Maguire are expected to leave Old Trafford when their contracts expire in June 2026. Jadon Sancho and Malacia will be released, leaving as free agents.

In addition, at least five other players have had to find new clubs because they failed to meet expectations.

These were all expensive signings under Ten Hag's management, including Rasmus Højlund (£64 million), Joshua Zirkzee (£36.5 million), Manuel Ugarte (£50.5 million), André Onana (£43.8 million) and Mason Mount (£55 million).

This group of failed players cost MU £250 million, and the club is unlikely to recoup even half of that amount from transfer fees.