Dream team Manchester United 2026/27 under Michael Carrick

Manchester United's return to the Champions League and the arrival of Michael Carrick as head coach has injected serious momentum into their transfer activity. The club has already secured several key deals and continues to bolster their squad ahead of the opening match of the season against Hull City.

Dream team Manchester United for the 2026/27 season

• Goalkeeper: Senne Lammens – The 24-year-old Belgian keeper, named the best newcomer in the Premier League, retains his status as the first-choice.
• Right-back: Diogo Dalot – The club decided against signing Neco Williams from Nottingham Forest, allowing the Portuguese to continue his performances on his favoured flank, facing competition from Noussair Mazraoui.
• Centre-backs: Lisandro Martinez and Harry Maguire – This experienced duo remains at the heart of the defence, with the 33-year-old Maguire extending his contract by a year. Young talent Lenyi Yoro will provide additional support.
• Left-back: David Raum – The Red Devils are in talks for the 28-year-old German international from RB Leipzig, who has just one year left on his contract. The release clause stands at £34 million.
• Andrei Santos – The 22-year-old Brazilian midfielder has been signed from Chelsea for £48 million to fill the pivotal role as a defensive midfielder.
• Youri Tielemans – The Belgian has made the switch from Aston Villa, expected to drive the ball forward and control the tempo of play.
• Bruno Fernandes – The 31-year-old captain remains a key playmaker in Carrick’s system.
• Brian Mbemo – The Cameroonian retains his spot on the right flank of attack.
• Marcus Rashford – After Anthony Gordon's move to Barcelona and the Catalan side's decision against a buyout, the 28-year-old winger has returned to the fold and is ready to occupy the left flank.
• Matheus Cunha – The Brazilian is emerging as the main centre-forward, winning the battle for the starting position against Benjamin Sesko.