Manchester United has not given up on signing Arsenal star

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·24 August 2026

Manchester United has not given up on signing Arsenal star

Manchester United are one of the clubs interested in a move for Myles Lewis-Skelly, and the Red Devils have not given up on adding him to their squad this summer. They consider him an excellent player to sign and would like to use him at left-back if he joins, particularly as Luke Shaw enters the final year of his contract.

Lewis-Skelly is now an important player at Arsenal and has been playing in midfield for the Gunners. However, at the start of this transfer window, it appeared almost certain that he would leave the club on loan because of concerns over his playing time.

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Arsenal have always wanted to keep Lewis-Skelly, but his lack of game time attracted interest from several clubs. Chelsea and Manchester United emerged as the teams showing the strongest interest in signing the Hale End graduate.

Manchester United Remain Keen

Lewis-Skelly has since been playing games for Arsenal at the start of the season and appears to be part of his manager’s plans. His improved involvement has not stopped other clubs from maintaining their interest, however, with United continuing to consider a move for the versatile player.

The Red Devils see Lewis-Skelly as someone who could strengthen their options at left back. With Shaw approaching the final year of his contract, United could benefit from bringing in a player capable of providing another option in that position.

Arsenal’s decision to give Lewis-Skelly more opportunities could make a potential transfer more difficult, but United have not been discouraged by his recent involvement. They continue to see the player as someone who could become an important addition to their squad.

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United Could Push for Transfer

The Metro says United remain particularly keen to sign Lewis-Skelly and consider the move important after their shocking loss to Hull City in the first game of the Premier League season. The Red Devils are expected to push in the next few days as they attempt to add him to their squad.

The situation will depend partly on Arsenal’s willingness to consider an offer. The Gunners have always wanted to keep Lewis-Skelly, and his recent appearances suggest his situation has changed from earlier in the summer.

Nevertheless, United have retained their interest and could make another effort to secure his signature before the transfer window closes. His ability to operate in different positions makes him an appealing option for the Red Devils as they look to strengthen their squad.

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