Manchester United Eye Arsenal’s Myles Lewis-Skelly Amid Left-Back Search

Manchester United are reportedly considering a summer move for Arsenal left-back Myles Lewis-Skelly as they seek to bolster their defensive options. The 19-year-old has seen reduced playing time at the Emirates Stadium, potentially opening the door for a transfer.

United’s Left-Back Pursuit

According to ESPN and Goal.com, Manchester United are evaluating several left-back options, including Arsenal’s Myles Lewis-Skelly, Fulham’s Antonee Robinson, and Crystal Palace’s Tyrick Mitchell. This search comes as United aims to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season.

Myles Lewis-Skelly’s Situation at Arsenal

Myles Lewis-Skelly, born on September 26, 2006, in Denmark Hill, London, has been with Arsenal since the age of eight. He made his first-team debut during the 2024-25 season. Though, his game time has decreased due to the strong form of Riccardo Calafiori and Piero Hincapié, as reported by ESPN. According to Wikipedia, as of January 8, 2026, Lewis-Skelly has made 37 appearances for Arsenal, scoring one goal.

International Career

Lewis-Skelly has represented England at various youth levels, including the U16, U17, U18, and U19 teams. He was also selected for the senior England squad in March 2025 for 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification, making his debut and scoring his first international goal against Albania. Wikipedia notes he has 6 caps and 1 goal for the senior England team as of October 14, 2025.

Other Transfer Rumors

Beyond the pursuit of Lewis-Skelly, other transfer rumors are circulating. ESPN reports that Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva is prioritizing a move to Barcelona, while Bayer Leverkusen’s Alejandro Grimaldo has emerged as a potential left-back target for Barcelona. Atlético Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann is also reportedly set to join Orlando City in the United States.