MU paves the way for a 'blockbuster' signing.

Manchester United's wage bill has decreased in the latest financial report, allowing the club more freedom to sign new players next summer.

Manchester United's wage bill has decreased significantly. Photo: Reuters .

According to the announcement, Manchester United's wage bill in the first quarter fell to £73.6 million. The main reasons stemmed from two large-scale staff cuts and a reduction in bonus payments.

Furthermore, MU also saved a lot of money as Barcelona was covering Marcus Rashford's entire £325,000-a-week salary during his loan spell.

In 2026, Manchester United could save even more if Barcelona activate Rashford's buyout clause. Furthermore, Casemiro, one of the team's highest-paid players, is likely to leave Old Trafford next year. The situation is similar for Jadon Sancho, whose £250,000-a-week contract expires in June, with no plans for renewal.

The significant reduction in the wage bill will open up an opportunity for MU to recruit a top-class midfielder in the upcoming transfer window. The club is currently interested in players such as Elliot Anderson, Adam Wharton, and Carlos Baleba.

In other news, despite a reduction in the wage bill, Manchester United's revenue in the first quarter also declined to £140.3 million. This was due to the club not participating in European competitions and playing two fewer home games compared to the same period last year. Sponsorship revenue also decreased by approximately £5 million after a series of major contracts such as Tezos, Marriott Bonvoy, and Melitta ended.

However, CEO Omar Berrada insisted the club remains on track, projecting full-year revenue of £640–660 million.

Four goals for MU against Wolves: In the early hours of December 9th, Bruno Fernandes scored a brace to help MU win convincingly against Wolves 4-1 in the 15th round of the 2025/26 Premier League.

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