As the summer transfer window draws to a close, Manchester United are gearing up for a hectic deadline day. After spending £207.5 million on new attackers, the club is now turning its focus to fixing defensive weaknesses—especially in goal—before the 7pm deadline on Monday, September 1, 2025.
Here’s a full breakdown of the 7 major transfer moves United are working on:
A New First-Choice Goalkeeper
United have struggled to keep clean sheets this season. Current keeper Altay Bayindir has failed to impress, and Andre Onana’s performance in the Carabao Cup against Grimsby was disastrous.
Top Target:
Senne Lammens, 23, from Royal Antwerp. A bid of over £20 million is on the table.
Backup Plan:
Emiliano Martínez, 32, from Aston Villa. Personal terms have already been agreed, but the price could be steep. If he leaves, Lammens may go the other way to Villa.
Young Talent between the Sticks
Abdulla Al-Hammadi, 20, a goalkeeper from the UAE, has been training with United’s academy this summer. A former Everton trialist, he has impressed coaches and is expected to sign a deal soon.
Note: Since he’s a free agent, he can be signed outside the window.
Rasmus Hojlund to Napoli
Striker Rasmus Hojlund, 22, is set to join Napoli on loan for the 2025/26 season.
United will earn £5 million now, with a £38 million obligation to buy next summer.
Antony’s Real Betis Deal Falls Apart
Brazilian winger Antony, 25, wanted to return to Real Betis. A deal was nearly done, but Betis withdrew their offer due to high costs.
Betis statement: “We can’t afford the fee or the wages Manchester United owes the player.”
Result: Stalemate – Antony stays put for now.
Jadon Sancho Stuck in Limbo
With just one year left on his contract, Jadon Sancho, 25, is still looking for an exit.
Roma showed interest, but Sancho hasn’t agreed.
Chelsea passed on signing him.
Saudi clubs may still swoop in at the last minute.
Tyrell Malacia Seeking Move
Left-back Tyrell Malacia wants out. Talks with Elche (Spain) were opened last week, but there’s been no confirmed progress. A deal may still happen before the window shuts.
Harry Amass to Sheffield Wednesday September 3, 2025.
Teenage defender Harry Amass is expected to complete a season-long loan to Sheffield Wednesday to gain more first-team experience.
After a major summer rebuild in attack—bringing in Matheus Cunha (£62.5m), Bryan Mbeumo (£71m), and Benjamin Šeško (up to £74m)—Manchester United are now racing to fix their defensive frailties.
With multiple exits and goalkeeper signings on the line, deadline day promises to be a make-or-break moment for manager Rúben Amorim’s first full season in charge.
