Andrey Nascimento Dos Santos

Club leadership is privately questioning the efficacy of the summer transfer window as Manchester United record their worst start to a season in 40 years.

Financial disclosures confirm that Manchester United’s summer transfer outlay totalled £191.7 million, exceeding initial fee announcements by £36.7 million due to additional operational costs.

Andrey Santos has struggled to secure a consistent role at Manchester United following his £48m summer arrival from Chelsea.

Wayne Rooney has voiced his disappointment with Manchester United's summer recruitment strategy after a 1-0 derby defeat to Manchester City.

Atalanta midfielder Ederson has hit back at claims he failed a Manchester United medical, disputing knee concerns after signing a new deal until 2031.

Paul Ince has questioned Manchester United's £120m summer spending on midfielders Carlos Baleba and Andrey Santos, arguing the funds were needed elsewhere.