Man United Eyes Dortmund Trio Amid Carrick Pressure
Manchester United has reportedly sent scouts to monitor Borussia Dortmund players as its manager's position comes under threat.
Updated on Nov. 2, 2026 in Soccer
Manchester United has reportedly targeted several Borussia Dortmund players after sending scouts to monitor them. The interest comes as Michael Carrick's job as United manager is reported to be under threat.
Why it matters
The reported interest signals United's search for attacking reinforcements while its managerial situation remains unsettled. For international soccer followers, the move highlights how a club's transfer planning can be tied to its coaching stability.
Guirassy, 30, has scored eight goals this season for Dortmund, and his contract runs until 2028. Svensson, 24, has produced eight goals and seven assists in 80 appearances since 2025, while the transfer interest remains unconfirmed.
The players
Manchester United
Manchester United is an English professional football club based at Old Trafford in Greater Manchester, one of the most successful clubs in English football history.
Borussia Dortmund
Borussia Dortmund is a German professional football club based in Dortmund, known for its Westfalenstadion and its strong youth development record.
Michael Carrick
Michael Carrick is a former Manchester United midfielder who now serves as the club's manager, with his position reported to be under threat.
The details
United chiefs considered the targets after a recent trip to Germany and sent scouts to watch Guirassy's development. Reported interest also extends to Jobe Bellingham and Felix Nmecha, though the source does not indicate any approach has been made.
Timeline
Last weekend: Dortmund drew 2-2 with Bayern Munich.
Tuesday evening: Manchester United face Roma in the Champions League.
Sunday: Manchester United play Aston Villa, and Carrick may be sacked if they lose.
Winter transfer window: Possible signings may be considered.
Season Trajectory
The reported interest follows a familiar pattern in which Premier League clubs have repeatedly looked to Borussia Dortmund for attacking talent, as seen with Erling Haaland's move to Manchester City in 2022. For Manchester United, any move would likely be a summer decision, as a deal in January is considered less likely than one in the summer window.
Manchester United's transfer planning could shape its attacking options in the coming months, which matters for fantasy managers tracking Dortmund forwards. Any deal for Guirassy, Svensson, or the other named players would depend on Dortmund's willingness to sell, which the source does not address.
The takeaway
Transfer interest often reflects a club's longer-term needs more than an immediate move, so reported targets should be read as possibilities rather than confirmed plans. Watching for official confirmation from the clubs will separate firm developments from speculation.
What happens next
Manchester United face Roma in the Champions League on Tuesday evening, and play Aston Villa on Sunday, with Carrick's future possibly decided by that result. The winter transfer window is the next opportunity for any reported signings to be considered.
Further reading
For more on the club's transfer activity, see the Soccer section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Sports Mole.
