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Man Utd Hold Talks Over Signing Ruben Neves in January for Ruben Amorim

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24 December 2025

Man Utd Explore January Move for Ruben Neves as Al-Hilal Look to Cash In

Manchester United are plotting a move to sign a midfielder in January, according to reports from talkSPORT.

The Red Devils are preparing for next month’s transfer window fresh from the blow of missing out on a deal to sign Antoine Semenyo after he signaled his intent to join Manchester City instead.

Ruben Amorim’s side were unwilling to break their wage structure to sign Semenyo, meaning that they are now able to focus on signing their primary positional target.

A central midfielder is the top priority for 2026, with Man United lining up a number of targets to fill the problem position.

Man United Eye January Recruit

Manchester United’s search for a central midfielder could lead them to move swiftly in January. According to talkSPORT, the club are considering a move to sign Ruben Neves next month.

The former Wolves midfielder is one of three options for January alongside Conor Gallagher and Joao Gomes.

Neves is facing an uncertain future in Saudi Arabia and is yet to sign a new contract with Al-Hilal after joining in the summer of 2023.

The Saudi club are hoping he will change his mind, but the report states that Neves is interested in returning to Europe with his long-term aim being to play in the Champions League.

With a deal worth £300,000 a week that expires in the summer, the 28=year-old is able to sign a pre-contract agreement on JanAccording to talkSPORTuary 1, with Juventus and Newcastle also keen.

Man United Plotting Midfield Overhaul

Man United really need to invest in their midfield options next year as they prepare to kick on to the next level.

A signing in January could be a real boost for Amorim’s side as they strive to secure Champions League football this time around and Neves would undoubtedly add crucial quality in that department.

The Red Devils are also planning to go big in the summer transfer window with two big-name arrivals mooted. Adam Wharton, Elliot Anderson, Carlos Baleba and Bournemouth’s Tyler Adams have all been linked with a move, but with all three currently regarded as key players at their current clubs, a January move seems unlikely.

After a strong summer in which Amorim boosted Man United’s attacking ranks, a bolstered midfield could take the club to the next level. With uncertainty over the futures of Casemiro, Bruno Fernandes and Kobbie Mainoo, the Red Devils could have a completely different look in 2026/27. The focus will be on ensuring that they get the right fit to thrive at Old Trafford.