Forget Mbeumo or Cunha: Most telling Man United signing of 2025 flew under the radar

Manchester United have endured a rollercoaster year in 2025, defined by flashes of promise and prolonged frustration.

Results on the pitch have often fallen short of expectations, but recruitment is one area where the club have made undeniable strides.

Patrick Dorgu, Ayden Heaven, Matheus Cunha, Diego Leon, Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko arrived at Old Trafford in this calendar year.

As United step into 2026, the time feels right to assess which of those signings has delivered the greatest impact.