Man United Set for Massive January Overhaul as Sir Jim Ratcliffe Targets Anderson and Approves £300M Transfer Boost

Manchester United are preparing for a busy January transfer window as reports indicate that Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS are ready to back Ruben Amorim with another round of heavy investment. Sources suggest that the Glazers have approved an additional £300 million to reinforce both the midfield and attack, with as many as five players set to be sold and five replacements already identified.

After a difficult start to the Premier League season, United’s recent turnaround has eased some of the pressure on Amorim. Three wins and a 2–2 draw against Nottingham Forest have given the club ten points from their last four matches, restoring optimism among fans and board members alike. Ratcliffe is now determined to build on that momentum by making key additions when the transfer window opens.

Having already spent over £200 million in the summer on five new signings, many still believe the squad lacks a commanding midfielder. That could change soon, as reports from Caught Offside claim United are intensifying their pursuit of Nottingham Forest’s England international, Anderson. The club views him as a long-term investment, but the competition will be fierce, with Manchester City also keen on securing his signature. Anderson’s price tag could rise to £70 million, but United’s hierarchy reportedly agrees that he would be a perfect fit for Amorim’s system.

In addition to midfield reinforcements, United continue to monitor Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite. Despite the young centre-back recently extending his contract until 2030, Amorim remains interested in bringing him to Old Trafford. Everton have no plans to sell and value the player at around £70 million—a valuation that previously deterred United’s approach last summer.

Meanwhile, Amorim addressed his team’s defensive lapses in the recent 2–2 draw against Forest, where the Reds conceded twice in quick succession after halftime before Amad Diallo salvaged a late point. The manager admitted that a brief loss of focus cost them dearly, saying his players “lost control of the game for five minutes” and that “in the Premier League, if you disconnect even for a short period, it can completely change the result.”

As January approaches, United’s leadership appears united in their goal: to give Amorim every tool necessary to continue rebuilding the team into genuine title contenders.