Juventus Plans 2026 Transfers for Manchester United, Man City Stars Amid Contract Uncertainty

Manchester United is facing key challenges and potential changes as the 2025-26 season progresses under Ruben Amorim. Academy midfielder Kobbie Mainoo is seeking more playing time, with opportunities possibly opening up due to injuries to key players like Mason Mount, though he remains behind captain Bruno Fernandes in the pecking order. United's goalkeeping situation is also under scrutiny, with the club reportedly targeting experienced keepers Emiliano Martínez and Mike Maignan for January reinforcements due to inconsistency from current options. On the attack, forward Joshua Zirkzee, who has struggled to make an impact and recently returned from injury, is being monitored by Juventus as a potential replacement for Dusan Vlahovic, who is expected to leave Juventus in 2026. Despite Zirkzee not being highly rated by Amorim and the club's recent forward line overhaul including several new signings, Manchester United may be willing to sell him if the right offer arises. Meanwhile, rivals Manchester City face contract uncertainty with captain Bernardo Silva attracting interest from Juventus as he enters the final year of his deal.