Man Utd to pursue deal for Belgian left-back?
September 11, 2026 02:33
Manchester United are reportedly considering a January bid for Club Brugge left-back Joaquin Seys. The move is said to be part of plans to reinforce the left-back area after United were unable to conclude a signing in the summer window.
Sources say Seys has emerged as an option after attempts to recruit other targets stalled; United could test Club Brugge’s willingness to sell when the transfer window reopens.
KEY CONTEXT
- United’s summer pursuit of left-back reinforcements did not succeed: Newcastle’s Lewis Hall was identified as a primary target but was declared not for sale, and a late approach for Manchester City’s Rayan Ait‑Nouri failed to produce an agreement.
- Club Brugge moved Christos Tzolis to Arsenal in the summer but retained Joaquin Seys and Nicolo Tresoldi for the current season. The club reportedly promised both players that they could move at the end of the campaign.
- Despite that promise, Brugge are not expected to accept a low offer and could insist on a fee of around £35m should they open talks over Seys.
WHY IT MATTERS
- Left-back reinforcement remains a clear priority for Manchester United after the summer window ended without a signing in that position.
- If United pursue Seys, the expected valuation — roughly £35m, according to the report — would represent a sizeable outlay and test Brugge’s readiness to negotiate before the season’s end.
- How Brugge handle the situation will also affect their stated plan to allow promised moves at season’s close and could set the tone for late-window business involving other retained players.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
- Whether Manchester United submit a formal offer for Joaquin Seys when the January transfer window opens.
- If Club Brugge will permit a midseason departure for Seys or hold to the promise of transfers at the end of the campaign.
- Whether Brugge’s reported £35m asking price (if they open the door) becomes a starting point for negotiations.
KEY FACTS
- Manchester United are reportedly weighing a winter approach for Club Brugge left-back Joaquin Seys.
- United failed to sign a left-back in the summer; Lewis Hall was a prime target but was not available, and a late move for Rayan Ait‑Nouri did not materialise.
- Club Brugge sold Christos Tzolis to Arsenal this summer but kept Seys and Nicolo Tresoldi for the current season.
- Brugge reportedly promised Seys and Tresoldi transfers at the end of the campaign but could be open to offers in January.
- The Belgian club could demand at least £35m if they entertain a sale for Seys.