Man United consider Club Brugge's Joaquin Seys as January left-back target
September 19, 2026 21:54
Manchester United could step up their pursuit of Club Brugge left-back Joaquin Seys when the transfer window reopens in January, according to reporting on 19 September 2026. The club did not pursue Seys in the summer but may revisit the target this winter.
KEY CONTEXT
- United sought a new left-back during the last transfer window but failed to reach an agreement for any player. Newcastle's Lewis Hall was their prime target, but Newcastle refused to sell and Hall signed a long-term contract.
- Club Brugge kept Seys after selling Christos Tzolis to Arsenal earlier this summer, and United did not make an approach at that time.
- Manchester United have fitness concerns over Luke Shaw, and Patrick Dorgu has been described as inconsistent when deputising at left-back. Those issues have reportedly increased United's interest in reinforcing the position.
POTENTIAL MOVE
The Red Devils are understood to be prepared to test Brugge's resolve with a big-money proposal. Brugge previously valued Seys at around £30m, and it may take a significantly higher fee to convince the Belgian club to sell at the start of the new year.
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT
Any move would depend on activity in the January transfer window and on whether United decide to make a concrete offer that meets Brugge's valuation.