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Manchester United could battle Tottenham for PL playmaker who was denied a move to Spurs in summer of 2025

Man United have been evaluating Tottenham-linked Nottingham Forest star Morgan Gibbs-White as a potential replacement for Bruno Fernandes.

By Rohan Sengupta · To The Lane And Back

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 5:26 PM

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Manchester United have joined Tottenham Hotspur in monitoring Nottingham Forest playmaker Morgan Gibbs-White.
The Red Devils reportedly view Gibbs-White as a potential target for a permanent transfer if Bruno Fernandes leaves.
Tottenham previously failed to sign the England international during the summer transfer window in 2025.

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Manchester United have reportedly entered the race alongside Tottenham Hotspur to sign Nottingham Forest playmaker Morgan Gibbs-White. According to TEAMtalk, United have made enquiries for the England international as a potential replacement for Bruno Fernandes, whose long-term future at Old Trafford remains uncertain.

Tottenham had previously missed out on Gibbs-White in the summer of 2025 and are continuing to monitor his situation due to midfield injury concerns. Nottingham Forest have no interest in selling their star player, who has just over two years left on his contract, making a permanent transfer difficult.

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