Manchester United are investigating whether a deal for Arsenal defender Myles Lewis-Skelly is feasible, as they continue to push for Newcastle United’s Lewis Hall. League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 3rd in Premier League, 71 pts, 20W-11D-7L from 38 games, recent form WWDWW.
Why are Manchester United targeting Lewis-Skelly?
The Old Trafford hierarchy have maintained a long-standing interest in the 19-year-old, who impressed in Arsenal’s Champions League final win over Paris Saint-Germain. His late-season revival has boosted his stock, but Arsenal may reconsider their stance if they secure deals for Bruno Guimaraes and Vinicius Junior.
What does this mean for Arsenal’s squad?
Arsenal are not actively shopping Lewis-Skelly but could listen to offers if their priority signings materialise. They are open to selling Reiss Nelson, Gabriel Jesus, Gabriel Martinelli, and Viktor Gyokeres, with Christian Norgaard already set to join Everton.
What’s next for Manchester United?
United remain hopeful of landing Hall, though Newcastle’s turbulent summer complicates negotiations. Goals this season: 69 scored, 50 conceded (+19 goal difference). The club’s transfer activity reflects their ambition to close the 14-point gap to leaders Arsenal.
