The Manchester United arrivals and departures suites were not required throughout the January transfer window. United's best signing of the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era - and arguably in Premier League history - Bruno Fernandes was a winter recruit. Fourth in the Premier League, six points off second. Dreams of a Champions League return are one Casemiro injury away from dissolving. Given the lack of success previous short-term fixes have brought, the fanbase should accept that calculated risk.

Source: BBC February 05, 2026 06:57 UTC