MU Transfer News 30/9: Ruben Amorim Isolates Himself, New Player Emerges as Harry Maguire's Replacement

Ruben Amorim isolating himself and the emergence of a player to replace Harry Maguire... will be some of the key MU transfer updates on 30/9.

MU Transfer Updates 30/9

Amorim Isolating Himself at MU

The atmosphere at Carrington has turned gloomy as insiders at Manchester United reveal that coach Ruben Amorim is becoming increasingly withdrawn. According to sources from CentreDevils, the Portuguese manager often distances himself from the team after defeats, living in silence, indicating that the pressure at Old Trafford has severely affected his morale.

During training sessions, Amorim keeps a clear distance from his players. After losses, he sits alone without engaging in conversation with anyone. A witness even commented: “This job has broken his spirit, turning him into a shadow of himself compared to his time at Sporting CP.” Amorim’s isolation has contributed to the dressing room atmosphere hitting its lowest point in many years.

MU Ready to Spend 80 Million Euros on Federico Valverde

Amid internal unrest, Manchester United’s management is actively preparing for the 2026 winter transfer window. Their top target is Real Madrid’s Federico Valverde. The Red Devils are willing to pay 80 million Euros for the Uruguayan midfielder, who is considered capable of bringing stability, pressing ability, and abundant energy to the team’s midfield, which currently lacks competitiveness.

However, the deal is far from straightforward. Valverde has been inconsistent this season and admitted disappointment for not reaching the expected form. Experts believe the 27-year-old has yet to fully adapt to Xabi Alonso’s system at Real Madrid.

Still, Manchester United sees this as an opportunity to lure Valverde to Old Trafford. Besides cash, they are considering including Kobbie Mainoo in negotiations to ease financial pressure.

A Player Emerges to Replace Harry Maguire

Alongside strengthening the midfield, the Red Devils are also focusing on upgrading their defense. According to Daily Star, Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite is currently on their radar as a long-term replacement option for veteran center-back Harry Maguire, whose contract expires next summer.

However, Manchester United faces stiff competition from Liverpool. The Merseyside club views Branthwaite as the ideal successor to Virgil van Dijk and is preparing for the possibility that Ibrahima Konate might leave Anfield to join Real Madrid on a free transfer. The remaining question is whether Branthwaite is willing to leave Everton to wear the red jersey.

Xavi Ready to Take Charge at MU

Meanwhile, a new dimension has emerged regarding the coaching future at Old Trafford.

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano revealed that coach Xavi Hernandez is willing to manage Manchester United if approached. On his personal YouTube channel, Romano stated: “Xavi is studying the Premier League closely and following it very attentively. He would immediately accept if MU contacted him. Even though the club is not in European competitions, Xavi is ready to move to the Premier League right away.”

Thus, Manchester United faces multiple crossroads: a fading faith in Amorim, ambitious transfer plans, and the possibility of a managerial change with Xavi’s presence. This makes the Red Devils’ future more unpredictable than ever.