Manchester United are keeping tabs on Newcastle United full-back Tino Livramento
Manchester United seem ready to target yet another Premier League name, as reports from journalist Ben Jacobs suggest the club still shows real interest in Newcastle full-back Tino Livramento, and the link grows stronger because Jason Wilcox knows the defender extremely well.
Moreover, the Red Devils have relied on their understanding of the league in recent windows, and that approach has helped them restructure their attack, since Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo arrived with proven records and settled quickly.
What did Jacobs say?
Meanwhile, Jacobs said to The United Stand that Livramento offers flexibility across both flanks and that quality appeals to a United side still working to put together a balanced defensive group, though the situation remains at an early stage.
Furthermore, Manchester City seem prepared to keep an eye on him for a potential move in 2026, but that timeline allows other sides to step in and show an interest if Newcastle United soften their stance.
However, Newcastle’s new sporting director Ross Wilson has only just stepped into the role, and one of his first tasks centres on securing a fresh contract for Livramento, which shows the club does not want to consider offers at this point. Even so, United plan to keep watching the situation, and the early talk suggests the pursuit may continue past this season.
“The beauty of Tino Livramento is that he can play on both sides. So, I can understand why Manchester United would like the player. And let’s not forget that Jason Wilcox knows him incredibly well. So, he’s a factor in all of this as well.
“Man City seem to be the club, speaking to sources, that are most adamant on trying to get Tino Livramento in 2026. But, of course, if they make progress and the feeling becomes that Newcastle might sell, then other clubs will come forward.
“Manchester United indeed have people that appreciate Tino Livramento, but it’s simply not gone further than that, and Ross Wilson, who’s the new sporting director at Newcastle, has just come in and one of his first tasks, along with a few others at the club, is to get Livramento to sign a new deal.”
The club has also been linked to other transfers as well, as reports have revealed that they are ready to spend €120 million on both Karim Adeyemi and Angelo Stiller. On the other hand, some reports have claimed that Liverpool, Manchester City, and Tottenham are ahead of United in the race for Antoine Semenyo. So, it is going to be a busy winter transfer window.
What will the Englishman provide United with, and do they need him now?
Livramento will give any side a burst of urgency down the flank, and his pace keeps defenders turning while his defensive awareness makes the line compact with calm, well-timed interventions. On top of that, the 23-year-old switches between the left and right with ease, which will help any manager adjust shape without losing rhythm or width.
Although he often reads forward passes sharply and breaks opposition moves early, he still pushes high with confidence, which forces rivals to track him deeper than they would like. Even so, the discussion over Livramento’s place under Ruben Amorim at Manchester United drifts in a different direction, because the club already carries dependable wing-back options who understand the demands of the system.
Dalot remains consistent on the right, while Shaw might settle back into the left, and both know how to stretch the pitch in the 3-4-3 or 3-4-2-1 that Amorim prefers. The Red Devils also have Noussair Mazraoui and Diego Leon in the ranks. However, Livramento is more of an attacking full-back, and he could definitely slot in that role, in which Amorim has trusted Amad Diallo in the latest matches.
Even then, the particular structure has not settled yet this season, and this shows United should concentrate on stability before adding another specialist who does not address their wider issues.
Meanwhile, Eddie Howe values Livramento too much to let him slip without a fight, and the Magpies seem willing to offer terms that show their commitment. On top of that, if the Englishman considers a move, Manchester City seem in a stronger position than United because their latest dominance, form, and clearer tactical shape give them a stronger appeal at this moment.