Manchester United reportedly remain “confident” of finalising a deal for Leicester City wonderkid Louis Page next year after failing to reach a transfer agreement over the summer.

Michael Carrick’s side were heavily linked with a move for the 18-year-old during the final few days of the summer window and while they were expected to finalise a deal on Deadline Day, the proposed transfer fell through.

However, the Red Devils remain interested in Page and widespread reports have revealed that a deal may be agreed in 2027.

This has been confirmed by TEAMtalk, who claim that Man Utd are “confident” of winning the race for Page’s signature next year, despite strong competition from several fellow Premier League clubs.

Arsenal, Aston Villa, Brentford, Brighton & Hove Albion, Chelsea and Newcastle United have all watched Page in recent weeks, while both El Clasico giants Barcelona and Real Madrid are also interested in a possible deal.

Leicester are reportedly open to selling the teenager in January, although they will demand a fee of around €18 million, largely due to the fact that his current contract at the King Power Stadium runs until 2029.

Page, who has been compared to England superstar Jude Bellingham in recent months, has six goal contributions in 15 games across all competitions for Leicester so far this season, and it’s understood that his representatives are aware of growing interest in his services.

Man Utd’s transfer plans for 2027

In addition to finalising a deal for Page, Man Utd are also eager to strengthen their first-team squad with a new left-back and a new centre-back in 2027.

The Red Devils want a player capable of challenging Luke Shaw for a place in the starting XI at full-back, while a replacement for Lisandro Martinez will be needed if the Argentina international departs Old Trafford as expected.

For now, however, the club’s main focus is centred around whether to retain faith in Carrick as their head coach.

Internal talks are underway following a 4-4 draw against Aston Villa on Sunday afternoon, with Man Utd now 18th in the Premier League table, having only won one of their opening 10 league fixtures so far this term.

Eddie Howe and Julian Nagelsmann are currently considered to be the two frontrunners for the job if Carrick is dismissed, although a final decision on his future has not yet been made.