Manchester United plans to strengthen its midfield during the 2026 season by monitoring Brazilian player Joao Gomes from Wolverhampton, according to 'CaughtOffside'.

The Red Devils' interest in Gomes is due to his physical abilities, tackling skills, and the great energy he brings to the midfield, in addition to his contribution to disrupting opponents' attacks, making him an ideal option to compensate for the aging and injuries of veteran Casemiro.

Gomes, who is 24 years old, joined Wolverhampton from Flamengo in January 2023 and quickly became a key player thanks to his constant activity and ability to lead both defensive and attacking midfield, earning him a reputation as one of the best midfielders outside the top six clubs in the Premier League.

Sources indicate that Ruben Amorim values Gomes' level and sees him as a potential successor to Casemiro, maintaining a balance between experience and youth in the midfield. However, Wolverhampton is under no obligation to sell, as Gomes' current contract runs until 2028, and his market value has been steadily rising in recent seasons.

Manchester United's interest in Joao Gomes reflects a shift towards building a younger and more physically robust midfield, aligning with the club's long-term development plans at Old Trafford.