Manchester United squad 2026/27 reflects the first full-season build under head coach Michael Carrick, with Bruno Fernandes remaining central to the team’s leadership. United added significant midfield depth during the summer while retaining experienced options across defence and attack.
Manchester United squad 2026/27 information is organised here around the current men’s first-team roster, shirt numbers and positions. The Premier League registration list is supported by eligible Under-21 players who can feature outside the senior 25-player limit, so the usable first-team pool is broader than the senior registration alone. For fixtures, results, standings and club context, visit SportPesa Kenya’s Manchester United hub. SP Score is the better destination for changing lineups, live player statistics and match information.
Manchester United squad overview
| Detail | Information |
| Club | Manchester United |
| Season | 2026/27 |
| Competition | Premier League |
| Head coach | Michael Carrick |
| Captain | Bruno Fernandes |
| Home | Old Trafford, Manchester |
For fixtures, results, standings and wider club coverage, visit SportPesa Kenya’s Manchester United hub.
Full Manchester United squad 2026/27
The table below focuses on the current first-team group and established U21 players around the senior squad. It does not reproduce the club’s entire academy registration list.
Goalkeepers
| No. | Player | Position |
| 1 | Senne Lammens | Goalkeeper |
| 12 | Karl Darlow | Goalkeeper |
| 22 | Tom Heaton | Goalkeeper |
| 45 | Dermot Mee | Goalkeeper |
Defenders
| No. | Player | Position |
| 2 | Diogo Dalot | Defender |
| 3 | Noussair Mazraoui | Defender |
| 4 | Matthijs de Ligt | Centre-back |
| 5 | Harry Maguire | Centre-back |
| 6 | Lisandro Martinez | Centre-back |
| 13 | Patrick Dorgu | Defender |
| 15 | Leny Yoro | Centre-back |
| 23 | Luke Shaw | Defender |
| 26 | Ayden Heaven | Centre-back |
| 41 | Harry Amass | Defender |
Midfielders
| No. | Player | Position |
| 7 | Mason Mount | Midfielder |
| 8 | Bruno Fernandes | Midfielder / captain |
| 17 | Andrey Santos | Midfielder |
| 18 | Youri Tielemans | Midfielder |
| 20 | Carlos Baleba | Midfielder |
| 25 | Manuel Ugarte | Midfielder |
| 37 | Kobbie Mainoo | Midfielder |
| 38 | Jack Fletcher | Midfielder |
| 39 | Tyler Fletcher | Midfielder |
Forwards
| No. | Player | Position |
| 9 | Marcus Rashford | Forward |
| 10 | Matheus Cunha | Forward |
| 11 | Joshua Zirkzee | Forward |
| 16 | Amad | Forward |
| 19 | Bryan Mbeumo | Forward |
| 30 | Benjamin Sesko | Forward |
| 31 | Shea Lacey | Forward |
Manchester United new signings and squad changes
United’s 2026 summer recruitment changed the balance of Carrick’s midfield. Carlos Baleba arrived from Brighton and took the No.20 shirt, joining Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans among the midfield options. Karl Darlow also joined the goalkeeping group, while the broader squad still includes attacking options such as Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, Benjamin Sesko and Marcus Rashford. SportPesa Kenya covered Baleba’s move separately and the wider Premier League transfer page tracks the major deals across the division.
For the wider window, see SportPesa Kenya’s Premier League transfers 2026/27.
Related: Carlos Baleba joins Manchester United.
How the Manchester United squad is structured
The squad gives Carrick several ways to build the midfield around Fernandes. Baleba and Ugarte offer ball-winning qualities, Tielemans adds passing range, while Mainoo, Mount and Andrey Santos provide different combinations depending on the opponent.
In defence, United can rotate between de Ligt, Maguire, Martinez, Yoro and Heaven centrally, with Dalot, Mazraoui, Shaw, Dorgu and Amass providing width. The forward group is similarly varied, with Sesko and Zirkzee able to operate centrally and Rashford, Amad, Mbeumo and Cunha giving Carrick options across the front line.
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Premier League registration and young players
The Premier League permits eligible Under-21 players to play outside the senior 25-player registration limit. That matters for Manchester United because several players who are already part of the men’s first-team group remain U21-eligible, including Harry Amass, Ayden Heaven, Kobbie Mainoo, Jack Fletcher, Tyler Fletcher, Shea Lacey and Leny Yoro.
The table above focuses on the current men’s team rather than reproducing United’s entire academy registration list. Live selection, minutes and performance data should be checked on SP Score.
Follow Manchester United throughout 2026/27
Manchester United squad pages are most useful when they stay focused on durable player information. For live lineups, scores, match events and changing player statistics, use SP Score.
For the wider league journey, use the SportPesa Kenya Premier League hub for competition coverage and the Premier League market page for the currently available football markets. 18+. Bet responsibly.
Manchester United squad FAQs
Who is Manchester United head coach in 2026/27?
Michael Carrick is Manchester United head coach for the 2026/27 season.
Who is Manchester United captain?
Bruno Fernandes is Manchester United captain and wears No.8.
What number does Carlos Baleba wear for Manchester United?
Carlos Baleba wears No.20.
Where can I find live Manchester United player stats?
Use SP Score for current lineups, live scores, match events and changing player statistics.
Can Under-21 players play outside the 25-man Premier League list?
Yes. Eligible Under-21 players can be used outside the senior 25-player registration limit.
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Conclusion
Manchester United squad 2026/27 combines experienced leaders with young depth under Michael Carrick. Bruno Fernandes remains captain, while the Manchester United hub and SP Score cover the wider club season and live player data.
