"the club is planning to lean heavily on its academy talent throughout December and January, rather than dipping into the transfer market for short-term fixes. United will lose Bryan Mbeumo, currently their top scorer, along with Amad Diallo and Noussair Mazraoui, all of whom are set to represent their national teams at AFCON. The tournament begins in mid-December, with the final scheduled for January 18, meaning the trio could be absent for up to six weeks depending on how far their countries progress."
"But despite these departures, Man United have reportedly decided against rushing into any emergency January signings, especially in the forward areas. Instead, Amorim is said to be prioritising the club's long-term plan of strengthening the midfield in the summer, where United expect to make at least one marquee addition. This approach means space will open up for several promising youngsters. Academy forwards and attacking midfielders are expected to be fast-tracked into first-team matchday squads, giving them a valuable opportunity to impress at senior level."
Manchester United face a winter period of squad depletion as Bryan Mbeumo, Amad Diallo and Noussair Mazraoui head to the African Cup of Nations and could be absent for up to six weeks. The club plans to avoid emergency January signings, particularly in attack, and instead focus transfer efforts on strengthening the midfield in the summer with at least one marquee addition. The immediate strategy prioritises promoting academy forwards and attacking midfielders into matchday squads to cover absences and provide development opportunities. Injury issues to Benjamin Sesko further influence a cautious short-term transfer approach.
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