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1. The £200m Midfield Revolution
Internal sources confirm that INEOS has narrowed down its summer shortlist to five elite names. The primary goal is to find a long-term successor for Casemiro, who is increasingly linked with a move to join Lionel Messi at Inter Miami.
Top Targets: Carlos Baleba (Brighton) remains the #1 priority, with reports suggesting a record-breaking £100m bid is being prepared.
The Premier League Raid: Elliot Anderson (Nottingham Forest) and Adam Wharton (Crystal Palace) are also high on Michael Carrick's wishlist to bring youthful energy to the "United squad".
2. Attackers & Wingers: The Gordon Link
With Marcus Rashford’s future still a topic of discussion at Barcelona, United is reportedly monitoring Anthony Gordon from Newcastle. While the price tag is steep (£125m), INEOS views him as the perfect "first-team" addition to complement Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Šeško.
3. The MLS Connection: James Rodríguez Impact
While United focuses on Europe, the global influence of former stars continues. Former Everton and Real Madrid playmaker James Rodríguez has officially debuted for Minnesota United in MLS this February. His move to America highlights the rising quality of the league ahead of the 2026 World Cup. For exclusive coverage of the "Colombia Maestro" and other global stars, check out