Man Utd Targets Arsenal Star with £60m Gentleman’s Agreement

Manchester United are preparing a summer recruitment drive to bolster left-back and midfield options. Targets include Arsenal defender Myles Lewis-Skelly and Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton. The latter has been linked to a £60m gentleman’s agreement that could facilitate a move.

Myles Lewis-Skelly: situation and interest

Myles Lewis-Skelly rose through Arsenal’s Hale End academy. He had a breakout 2024-25 season with 39 appearances and 23 Premier League games.

The 19-year-old was Arsenal’s primary left-back that season. This campaign his minutes have dropped due to Piero Hincapie and Riccardo Calafiori.

He is reportedly open to a summer transfer to boost his England prospects. Arsenal are believed willing to cash in.

Chelsea, Everton and Brentford have been linked, while United also track Fulham’s Antonee Robinson and Tyrick Mitchell.

Adam Wharton and the fee structure

Adam Wharton has emerged as a top midfield target for United. Reports claim the club are ready to launch a £50-60m approach.

Filmogaz.com revealed on February 27 that Wharton has a gentleman’s agreement with Palace. That arrangement would permit a move to a Champions League club for around £60-65m.

United had considered Elliot Anderson earlier, but he now appears close to joining Manchester City.

Comments on Manuel Ugarte

Former coach Gus Poyet said Manuel Ugarte might have been better suited to Chelsea than Manchester United. He referenced the midfielder’s August 2024 move and stalled progression at Paris Saint-Germain.

Poyet described Ugarte as a high-quality central midfielder who needs regular playing time. He warned the player faces a crucial summer to regain form and national-team standing.

Manchester United’s summer plans now centre on adding a left-back and a midfield creator. Activity could include an Arsenal star and a high-fee English signing.