Man United considering major move to sign Bayern Munich midfielder – Report

Man United Scouts Track Bayern Munich Midfielder Ahead of January Move

United Identify Midfield Reinforcement for January

Manchester United’s recruitment team are closely monitoring Bayern Munich midfielder Aleksandar Pavlovic as they prepare for another crucial transfer window. According to Football Insider, United’s scouts have been tracking the 20-year-old’s progress as Ruben Amorim looks to strengthen his midfield options in January.

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Amorim has faced a challenging start to the campaign, with questions around his tenure at Old Trafford. However, Sir Jim Ratcliffe has publicly backed the Portuguese manager, suggesting he could be afforded up to three years to implement his long-term project. Arsenal’s patience with Mikel Arteta has reportedly been used as an internal example of what stability can achieve.

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United’s strategy for January is therefore focused on targeted recruitment. Despite spending around £220 million in the summer, including deals for Benjamin Sesko, Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha, concerns remain about the balance in midfield. The club’s desire to add a defensive presence has prompted them to assess several profiles across Europe.

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Pavlovic on United’s Radar

Former Manchester United chief scout Mick Brown confirmed Pavlovic’s name is among those under serious consideration. Speaking to Football Insider, he said: “We know Amorim wants to sign a midfielder in January. They need somebody who gets about the pitch, isn’t afraid to put their foot in, has a drive and energy about him to make a difference all over the pitch.”

Brown also highlighted the technical attributes United are seeking: “But also somebody who can keep possession of the ball and help them advance up the pitch because at the moment they’re relying very much on Bruno Fernandes.”

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He went on to compare Pavlovic’s profile to players such as Moises Caicedo, describing him as “a midfielder who can do a bit of everything.” The Bayern youngster has drawn comparisons with Michael Carrick for his composure and passing range, while his defensive work rate has significantly improved over the past year.

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Midfield Options Under Review

Pavlovic joins a shortlist that includes Adam Wharton, Carlos Baleba and Morten Hjulmand, as United’s scouting department continue to explore several markets. Brown added: “The Bayern Munich lad Pavlovic is somebody on their radar and somebody they have been looking at. Whether or not they’d be willing to let him go, that will be up to United to find out, but they’re watching him and a number of other options for the January window.”

Bayern are expected to resist mid-season sales, particularly of homegrown talents, but United’s renewed focus on younger, progressive profiles reflects Amorim’s long-term recruitment plan.

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For Manchester United supporters, this development feels like a sign of renewed intent. The search for a proper defensive midfielder has been long overdue, and Pavlovic’s emergence at Bayern fits the modern mould of what United need: a player who can intercept, distribute and set tempo in possession.

Fans have grown tired of watching the midfield exposed in transition. While Casemiro provided short-term stability, the club now need a player capable of operating at high intensity under Amorim’s pressing system. Pavlovic’s age and tactical intelligence make him an attractive solution for both the present and future.

There is, however, an underlying realism among supporters. Bayern rarely part with talented academy graduates unless the financial offer is irresistible. For United, that means negotiations could stretch beyond January unless the player himself pushes for a move.

Still, for many fans, the fact that the club are scouting proactively rather than reactively is encouraging. Pavlovic, or someone of his profile, could finally address a long-standing void at the heart of United’s midfield. It is a move that would signal progress, but also patience – the kind of balance United have lacked for years.