02 Nov 2026 12:00:58
Lets assume a new manager comes in during the international break.
What would people think of cashing in on Bruno F (rumours of a Saudi bid in January) and Lisandro M (potential interest from Barca and Atletico) in January to try a mini rebuild with a centre back, left back and striker coming in.
Appreciate its high risk and January is not an ideal month to sign players but with a new manager coming in, he will want to add some freshness and new voices into the dressing room as soon as possible.
02 Nov 2026 13:00:36
Martinez, yes sell. Not good enough.
Selling Bruno in Jan is a massive risk. For years the squad has diverted to him to create chances. Obviously this has to change, but I'm not convinced that our players are cable of stepping up in his absence. They certainly haven't done so when Bruno hasn't played. I'm also not confident the club is willing or capable of bringing a player of his quality in as a replacement. It might be more sensible to keep Bruno until the summer and give the new manager a preseason to work on a new attacking system.
02 Nov 2026 14:33:54
I guess it will come down to where United are at this point in the season. Relegation battle then would be inclined to keep Fernandes, Top 4 challenge and the same outcome. Mid table and not threatening either end of the table then I guess cash in and look to start (the next) rebuild from January.
I think Martinez is trying to make the decision for the club IMO so give him what he wants in January.
02 Nov 2026 16:06:14
Can't see us challenging for top 4 by the beginning of the transfer window. If we find a bit of form then I could see us getting out of the relegation zone.. but that's a big if.
02 Nov 2026 23:51:01
If Bruno goes we have nobody who is anywhere near as creative as him. Tielemans will have to step up but he isn't as good.
Twfarding Martinez I fully expect him to go to Spain or Italy. Probably to Athletico Madrid to play with his Argentina centre back partner. Wherever he goes I think he will play well because he will be playing in a decent team and feel more settled less inclined to make rash challenges and enjoy his football. In an ideal world with the right coach o would keep him. He is s terrier, a fighter and we nerd that mentality albeit focused properly.
03 Nov 2026 16:26:03
Martinez is an awful CB no matter how you try to dress it up.
Small man syndrome too.