“Not a chance” “Is this a joke?” Fans react to claims Man Utd plot shock move for World Cup winner

Man Utd are considering a surprise bid this summer for Liverpool midfielder Alexis Mac Allister, according to reports.

THE Star of the day claim the World Cup winner is on the club’s shortlist as they look to bolster their options in the middle of the park.

Considering transfers rarely take place between the two North West rivals, X fans are extremely skeptical about the accuracy of this report:

Not a chance

– Jacob Welding (@WeldingJac72164) February 16, 2026

Is this a joke? Liverpool would never sell a player to Manchester United

– Mankind Press (@Mankind_crypton) February 16, 2026

Uh no…

Whoever thought of this should be fired.

You do not buy players directly from one of our main rivals.

– Jay Condron 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧 (@CQNJay) February 16, 2026

In what world would Liverpool sell a player, even a decent player, to a direct rival, who is also their biggest rival? Who even reports things like this?

– Sarb (@saarrrbbbb) February 16, 2026

Gotta love comic book writers, how about szbozo in a double deal too?

– PSR (@PSR_Mufc) February 16, 2026

Since when do we buy Liverpool players 😂😂🤦🏾

– Jermaine Jeffries (@Jermainejeffri1) February 16, 2026

Mac Allister’s form has raised questions about his future

The Argentina international has struggled to replicate the performances that helped Liverpool win the Premier League title last season.

This has sparked speculation over whether he will stay at Anfield long term, although it must be said that most of the departure rumors have linked him with a move to Spain.

THE Star of the day report that to have any chance of signing Mac Allister, United would have to qualify for the Champions League anyway.

Man Utd have several other midfield targets

Many supporters would rightly view a Mac Allister approach as unrealistic. The Red Devils are, however, considering a number of other options ahead of the summer.

Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson has been widely reported as United’s top target, but his £100million-plus price tag and interest from rivals Manchester City could make that deal difficult to complete.

Adam Wharton of Crystal Palace, Wolves Joao Gomes and Brighton’s Carlos Baleba are also said to be on the club’s radar.

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