Youri Tielemans ‘should be on the bench’ for Man Utd and another Ineos deal didn’t make sense, says Henry Winter

Manchester United’s summer transfer business is under scrutiny, with Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos moves both called out. Manchester United signed three midfielders in the 2026 summer transfer window, overhauling a key area of the pitch.

Casemiro’s exit and Manuel Ugarte’s ACL injury made the position an urgent priority. We are only a few weeks into the new season, but Manchester United have a dismal six points from six games, so big questions are rightly being asked.

Youri Tielemans started in Manchester United’s draw with Tottenham, partnering Kobbie Mainoo. However, the pair were overrun by Roberto de Zerbi’s side and Tielemans was replaced with Carlos Baleba., who was making his debut after arriving with an ankle injury.