Manchester United have identified Borussia Dortmund’s Felix Nmecha as a strategic midfield signing for the summer window, with Chelsea and Tottenham also monitoring the 25-year-old.
Manchester United are reportedly set to open formal discussions with the representatives of Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha. According to latest reports from Fussball Daten, the German international has emerged as the leading candidate to replace Casemiro, whose departure from Old Trafford at the end of the 2025/26 season is already confirmed.
Under interim manager Michael Carrick, United are prioritizing a midfield overhaul. While Premier League stars like Adam Wharton and Elliot Anderson remain on the radar, their £100m+ price tags have forced the Red Devils to look for more “cost-effective” solutions.
Why Felix Nmecha?
The 25-year-old former Manchester City academy graduate has impressed in the Bundesliga, proving his versatility as both a No.6 and a No.8. United view Nmecha as the ideal partner for Kobbie Mainoo, offering the physical presence and tactical discipline needed to fill the void left by Casemiro.
- Estimated Fee: £52 million (€60m)
- Status: Talks expected in the near future
- Competition: Tottenham and Chelsea
The Midfield Race
Despite the interest from Old Trafford, the race for Nmecha is heating up. Tottenham Hotspur, now under Igor Tudor, are keen to bolster their ranks, though their lack of European football could be a stumbling block. Meanwhile, Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior has sent scouts to watch the Germany international, even though the Blues are currently well-stocked in the center of the pitch.
With United set to offload Casemiro’s significant wages this summer, Nmecha represents a strategic reinforcement that fits the club’s new recruitment profile under INEOS.
Thiago Nuno is a football editor and analyst covering European leagues, match statistics, and transfer market trends.
