Manchester United are eyeing a shock move to sign Arsenal star Myles Lewis-Skelly this summer to bolster their problem left-back position, according to TEAMtalk.
The Red Devils are pushing to overhaul their squad this summer as they push to return to the Champions League, with the midfield expected to be the priority position they look to strengthen.
However, the club are also keen on bringing in a new left-winger and a new left-back to help with current holes in the squad, and it has now emerged that they have already begun to hold internal talks about targets who could arrive at Old Trafford, including a list of options for the defence.
Man Utd Eyeing Shock Lewis-Skelly Move
Lewis-Skelly, who has been described as ‘elite’, has found regular first-team football hard to come by this season at the Emirates Stadium, and it has led to speculation that he could be on the move in the summer.
United are aware that Luke Shaw is entering the final year of his contract and that he needs competition for his place in the squad, with Tyrell Malacia set to depart this summer, while Noussair Mazraoui and Diogo Dalot prefer to play on the right.
Arsenal are understood to be expecting big changes within their squad this summer too, with Lewis-Skelly potentially being allowed to move on, with the club open to allowing him to leave permanently to make a big profit on their books.
As a result, Man Utd have put the teenager on their shortlist of potential targets to strengthen at left-back, although they will face competition from several clubs such as Crystal Palace and Everton, while they also have other options on their list in case a deal proves too difficult to do.
Lewis-Skelly to Man Utd Would Be Shocking
With Man Utd pushing to get back in the Champions League, any signings this summer will need to be of a certain level and experience to ensure they aren’t left behind and struggling.
Despite his tender age, Lewis-Skelly has experience of playing at the highest level with Arsenal and competing for trophies in recent seasons, and he also provides versatility that could help the team in midfield at the same time.
It could be a shrewd signing for the club while also weakening rivals, and is definitely one to keep an eye on in the coming months.
With the 2026 World Cup nearly upon us, perhaps the biggest story so far has been around the treatment of players, staff and fans coming into North America. Mexico, Canada and the United States are co-hosts, but the latter nation has not been particularly welcoming.
A number of stories have broken in the last week, detailing issues for those arriving in the US. Most notably, top African referee Omar Artan was interrogated for 11 hours, held in a cell, and then sent home due to vetting concerns. He will no longer be able to officiate at the tournament.
It seems as though there is no end to these issues, with football legend and Uzbekistan manager Fabio Cannavaro the latest to suffer at the hands of the overzealous US security.
Fabio Cannavaro Questions Treatment of Uzbekistan Stars
Cannavaro won the 2006 World Cup as Italy captain, making him one of the greatest centre-backs of the modern era. He won the Ballon d’Or on the back of that success, becoming just the second defender to win the prize, after German icon Franz Beckenbauer (in 1972 and 1976).
The Italian, now 52, took charge of Uzbekistan in 2025 and will lead the country at their debut World Cup appearance. However, upon arriving in New York for their pre-tournament friendly match against the Netherlands on 8 June, his squad were met with a rather distrustful security team.
Footage quickly went viral as the Uzbekistan stars and their football legend manager were treated like criminals, as they underwent drug-sniffing dog and metal detector checks. Speaking to CGTN Sports Scene, Cannavaro has now called out the incident, noting:
“They said to me it’s the rules, but in the end the check was only for us.”
Senegal Squad Also Treated With Suspicion Ahead of 2026 World Cup
Cannavaro appeared to think that only his team were treated poorly in New York but more footage has since emerged of the Senegal being subjected to a thorough search on airport tarmac upon their arrival in the US.
The African team are based at Rutgers University in New Jersey, and it seems as though security were just as unsure about the Lions of Teranga, with midfielder Pathe Ciss, who plays his club football in Spain with Rayo Vallecano, seen having the soles of his feet scanned by a handheld metal detector.
The wary treatment of these athletes has certainly left a bad taste in the mouth for many football fans, with some questioning the wisdom of handing the United States hosting rights when their president, Donald Trump, seems so unhappy to have the world arrive at his doorstep.
Aston Villa are preparing for a busy summer transfer window after they secured qualification for the Champions League.
It was a phenomenal 2025/2026 season for Unai Emery’s side, who qualified for the Champions League while also winning the Europa League.
Qualifying for Europe’s elite club competition will allow Villa to shop in a different market when it comes to new additions this summer.
Emery’s side won’t want to stand still despite their impressive campaign, and with players being linked with departures, it could be a busy transfer window.
Romano: Aston Villa Eyeing Goalkeeper
According to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, Zion Suzuki is among a list of three goalkeepers that Aston Villa are interested in ahead of the summer transfer window.
The Midlands club are reportedly eyeing the Parma goalkeeper, due to talks between Emi Martinez and Juventus.
Liverpool are in the market for a new centre-back during the summer transfer window after it was confirmed that Ibrahima Konate would be leaving the club.
Konate departed Anfield and looks set to join La Liga side Real Madrid in the summer, with his contract at Liverpool expiring.
The French defender has been a mainstay in Liverpool’s defence in recent years, partnering Virgil van Dijk under both Arne Slot and Jurgen Klopp.
Konate has struggled for consistency at times, and Liverpool may have been looking to bring in a replacement this summer regardless. Konate’s departure has certainly pushed it higher up their priority list.
The Reds do have Jeremy Jacquet arriving this summer, after he was signed in January. It remains to be seen whether he will come in and be a guaranteed starter.
Bastoni is also left-footed, meaning he can provide balance in the back four alongside Van Dijk.
Having a left-footed defender as part of a defensive pairing is very beneficial, something Liverpool haven’t had the luxury of in recent years.
Bastoni is incredibly comfortable on the ball whilst also being a powerful, tough-tackling defender. There’s an argument to suggest that not only would he be a competent replacement for Konate, he would also be an upgrade.
