Manchester United face late transfer test

Wayne Rooney outlines what United must do before the transfer window closes.

Rooney pushes Manchester United to add midfield amid Sesko impact

Wayne Rooney has told BBC Sport that Manchester United should sign one or two more players before the transfer window closes, with a midfield addition identified as a priority. United have already brought in Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, and Benjamin Sesko this summer, and Baleba is among midfield targets. The club aims to balance an attacking group with midfield control ahead of the new season.

Rooney praised Sesko as an important signing, noting his pace, versatility and aerial ability, while arguing for a midfielder who can help control games and allow Bruno Fernandes to advance further. The discussion comes as United eye a late move before the September 1 deadline.

Rooney’s stance reflects a common balance problem in modern football aim to increase attacking firepower while preserving midfield control. By foregrounding Sesko and other attackers, United signals a plan to boost goal threat, but the call for a sturdy midfield presence remains. If United fail to land balance in this window, they risk reducing game control and overloading the forward line. The late market often tests budget discipline as managers weigh short term needs against long term stability.

Highlights

The coming weeks will reveal how far United will push to balance their squad