‌The defender recently returned from a long injury layoff and has started both games under new manager Michael Carrick. ‌Tipped for an England recall ahead of this summer's World Cup, United's £80million signing could go to the tournament as a free agent. In an outlandish claim by ex-Liverpool star Dietmar Hamann, his former club should be 'obviously' interested. "If he's available on a free then they obviously have to think about it because I think what Liverpool need is more depth at the back." Should Liverpool ever sign a player from Manchester United?

Source: Daily Mirror January 28, 2026 20:40 UTC