The house is on fire, and the walls are shaking from the tension engulfing Old Trafford. Manchester United are suffering one blow after another, Michael Carrick has completely lost control, and barely a day goes by without his future being called into question.The Red Devils are currently just one point above the relegation zone and two clear of the bottom of the table. It's hard to tell which department is struggling the most – defence, midfield, or attack. And it's the latter that the club's hierarchy is now trying to address.No hard feelings: Carrick and Bruno bury the hatchetBenjamin Sesko is injured and won't return until January, Joshua Zirkzee has long since ceased to be a reliable option, while Matheus Cunha, despite featuring as the most advanced player on several occasions, simply isn't an out-and-out striker.That's why the Red Devils have set their sights on – Dominic Calvert-Lewin, according to The Telegraph.🚨 Manchester United are assessing potential centre-forward options ahead of the January transfer window, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin among the names being considered. However, a deal for the striker is currently viewed as highly unlikely. (Source: @lauriewhitwell, @BerenCross) https://t.co/tdkB4auovN— Transfer News Live (@DeadlineDayLive) October 29, 2026 The Leeds United standout has been on the Old Trafford club's radar for some time, but no concrete steps have been taken so far. This time, however, United's recruitment department is considering making a move for him as early as January.According to some reports, the chances of a deal materialising are slim, as Leeds have absolutely no intention of letting go of a player who scored 14 goals in 35 Premier League appearances last season, completing a remarkable career revival after an injury-plagued spell at Everton.His resurgence has been so impressive that he has even earned a call-up to the England national team.23.00: (2.45) Sheffield Utd (3.50) Wrexham (2.80)The former English champions are so determined to keep Calvert-Lewin that they have already prepared a new contract for him.Historically, transfers from Leeds to Manchester United have sparked plenty of controversy, with Eric Cantona, Rio Ferdinand, and Alan Smith among the most famous examples.Now, the Red Devils could once again "steal" their rivals' best player.
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