Manchester United have been linked with a move for Arsenal’s Myles Lewis-Skelly, but weighing up their options could lead to a summer pursuit of Real Madrid star Eduardo Camavinga.
After seven more Premier League matches, Manchester United will shift its focus towards deciding whether Michael Carrick remains as head coach, as well as signing new players for the 2026/27 campaign.
The priority will be revamping the midfield following Casemiro’s exit at the end of the season.
United have also been linked with Myles Lewis-Skelly from Arsenal, with the midfielder versatile enough to be utilised as a left-back under Mikel Arteta this season.
Eduardo Camavinga of Real Madrid
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Myles Lewis-Skelly can be compared to Real Madrid’s Eduardo Camavinga
It makes sense that United would consider a move for players to strengthen their options at left-back.
Diego Leon is not ready for first-team football and has yet to make his debut, while Luke Shaw cannot be expected to play every game next season, with United pushing for Champions League qualification.
However, United’s interest in Lewis-Skelly is interesting because he is seen as a modern full-back, after coming through the ranks as a midfielder.
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There are similarities with another player linked with a move to United this summer.
Recognised as one of the top midfielders in Spain, Eduardo Camavinga has often played at left-back when required to do so.
For starters, Lewis-Skelly and Camavinga are both young. The former is 19-years-old and has made 66 appearances for Arsenal after graduating through the academy.
At 23, Camavinga would come with far more experience. The established France international has made 214 appearances for Los Blancos, winning two La Liga titles and the Champions League as many times.
The two left-footed internationals are both physically impressive and can play in midfield and at left-back.
Camavinga’s versatility was initially spotted by Carlo Ancelotti, who was the first manager to play him at left-back, but he’s primarily a midfielder.
There is no denying that Camavinga is closer to being the finished product, even though he doesn’t start every week for Real Madrid – as seen when the Spanish giants knocked Man City out of the Champions League this season.
Lewis-Skelly could end up being quite like Camavinga if he reaches his full potential, or maybe even better.
It makes sense as to why United would consider a move for Lewis-Skelly or Camavinga.
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Luke Shaw joined Man Utd before his 19th birthday
Shaw is currently United’s longest-serving current player, closing in on his 12th anniversary at Old Trafford.
United signed Shaw from Southampton in a £30 million deal. The 18-year-old arrived with lots of potential, and he’s gone on to make 318 (and counting) appearances for the club.
Although Shaw has had horrific spells with injuries, he has been a consistent starter in the team – when fit – throughout that time.
United could look to sign a potential replacement, even though the England international is under contract until 2027. Shaw would benefit from having competition at left-back next season.
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