Robert Lewandowski, Neymar Jr and Antonio Rudiger's contracts all expire in 2026
Robert Lewandowski, Neymar Jr and Antonio Rudiger's contracts all expire in 2026
Manchester United's summer transfer window will be huge, regardless of whether the Reds qualify for the Champions League or not. With seven games to go, Michael Carrick's side are in the driving seat for third place and their spot in the top four is currently protected by a six-point gap over Liverpool.
Should make it into the top European competition next season, they will need to invest heavily in their squad in order to compete. Bryan Mbeumo, Benjamin Sesko, Senne Lammens and Matheus Cunha arrived last summer to strengthen and put them on the verge of the top four.
However, their squad is pretty thin and has only survived this season thanks to a reduced schedule. That is without mentioning the expected departures. will leave Old Trafford in the summer as his contract expires.
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Manuel Ugarte could also be sold as complete a midfield overhaul. The Reds would like to add a left-sided winger to their squad.
New additions will cost big money. Champions League qualification will boost the transfer budget for the Reds but will still be keen to find bargains in the market to improve the squad. With this in mind, MEN Sport has taken a look at the 10 best free agents on the market this summer.
Robert Lewandowski of Barcelona
Starting off strong here with the Polish goal machine. The 37-year-old has scored 17 goals this season. Low by his standards but still a healthy tally. Lewandowski would add great experience to this squad and could be tempted by a short-term stint in the Premier League. (Image: Alex Caparros/Getty Images) 1 of 10
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Sticking with strikers, Vlahovic will leave Juventus at the end of this season. He scored six goals in 18 appearances at the beginning of the campaign but an abductor injury scuppered his momentum. He's a risk, but, at 26, Vlahovic still has his best years ahead of him. (Image: Loris Roselli/NurPhoto/Shutterstock) 2 of 10
3. Harry Wilson of Fulham celebrates scoring his team's first goal during the Premier League match between Fulham and Tottenham Hotspur at Craven Cottage
The Welshman has enjoyed his best Premier League season to date and has been pivotal as Fulham look to gatecrash the race for Europe. Wilson is 29 now and United would be wary this campaign has been the exception, rather than the rule, for the ex-Liverpool man. (Image: Getty Images) 3 of 10