Manchester United are set to lose academy talents James Scanlon and Habeeb Ogunneye to Arsenal, with Scanlon, 19, and Ogunneye, 20, both linked to the Gunners. Scanlon, who spent part of last season on loan at Swindon Town, is a prime target for Arsenal, who have focused on young signings this summer. Ogunneye, 20, was loaned to Newport County before returning in January, and his medical is reportedly booked for Thursday. Arsenal are nearing a free transfer for the defender, with United retaining a 40% sell-on clause. Ogunneye is expected to join Arsenal's Under-21 setup and train with the first team.
Michael Carrick's side could gain from Kambwala's potential exit from Villarreal. The 21-year-old, who made 10 appearances for United before joining Villarreal in 2024, is set to leave the Spanish club. Italian side Como and La Liga rivals Osasuna are pursuing Kambwala, with United negotiating a 'sizeable' sell-on fee. Despite the clause, Kambwala's transfer is unlikely to yield a substantial sum, as he has made 23 appearances since leaving United, hampered by injury. The club has also included sell-on clauses in Tyler Fredricson's and Radek Vitek's transfers, reflecting a strategy to maximize returns from academy exits.
