"It's not going to be to save something in this moment, to cope with the losses of three players for AFCON, said the Manchester United boss as he insisted their transfer approach will not be dictated by the impact of the Africa Cup of Nations. Despite Bruno Fernandes facing a spell on the sidelines and the likes of Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo being away at AFCON, United will not turn to a short-term fix."
"Central midfield is an obvious area that requires strengthening. Casemiro's future beyond the end of the season looks uncertain and Kobbie Mainoo has struggled for minutes. With Fernandes now injured too, United are short of quality and depth. Everton midfielder James Garner has been linked with a shock return to Old Trafford Amorim's 3-4-3 system can leave United short in the middle of the park at times and a player with the legs to get around the pitch is crucial."
A key transfer warning from Ruben Amorim stated that January signings will not be short-term responses to AFCON absences. Manchester United face multiple absences with Bruno Fernandes injured and Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo at AFCON. United will not seek a temporary fix but intend to be active in January to strengthen the squad. Central midfield is prioritised, with Casemiro's future uncertain and Kobbie Mainoo lacking minutes. The left wing and centre-back are also targeted areas, with Harry Maguire out of contract and Martinez and Yoro having injury problems. Several young midfielders are of interest, though many moves look more realistic in the summer.
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