Manchester United are assessing transfer options for the January window and future windows, with a striker and Morgan Gibbs-White among the considerations.
January striker plans
CaughtOffside says United are increasingly expected to bring in a new striker during the January transfer window. Benjamin Sesko is sidelined and is not expected back before the start of 2027. United chose not to prioritise another centre-forward during the summer, instead focusing resources on strengthening midfield. Joshua Zirkzee is struggling to convince Michael Carrick that he should lead the line and continues to see limited action.
According to The National, United are now likely to pursue a striker on loan when the January window opens. CaughtOffside says United are believed to be working within financial restrictions and do not want to commit a large fee to another centre-forward before the summer. CaughtOffside reported that United are exploring a loan move for Al-Ahli striker Ivan Toney. Jean-Philippe Mateta remains firmly on United's radar, and his contract is expiring.
Gibbs-White enquiries
TEAMtalk reports that Manchester United are reportedly interested in signing Nottingham Forest midfielder Morgan Gibbs-White as they look to strengthen their attacking midfield ahead of future transfer windows. According to a report from TEAMtalk, United have made enquiries about Gibbs-White and are monitoring his situation at the City Ground.
Long-term midfield planning
Uncertainty surrounding Bruno Fernandes' long-term future is potentially influencing Manchester United's interest in Gibbs-White. United are understood to be assessing their long-term midfield options and could consider Gibbs-White if Fernandes eventually leaves Old Trafford.
Nottingham Forest's position
Nottingham Forest have no intention of sanctioning Gibbs-White's departure during the January transfer window. Gibbs-White is under contract until 2028.
