Transfer: ‘Madness’ — Paul Merson says Manchester United made a mistake signing five players

Author: dailypost.ngPublished on: November 3, 2026Country: United Kingdom

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Transfer: ‘Madness’ — Paul Merson says Manchester United made a mistake signing five players

Paul Merson criticized Manchester United’s transfer strategy ahead of its Champions League match against AS Roma. He said Bryan Mbeumo, Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Sesko are not forwards who can score 20 to 25 goals a season. He also questioned the signings of Andre Santos, reportedly bought for £50 million, and Youri Tielemans, whom he said lacks pace around him in the team. Merson called it “madness” for the club to now turn its attention to strengthening its defence.

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