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Manchester United is seriously considering the possibility of incorporating the German midfielder Angelo Stiller in the final stretch of the transfer market.
The VfB Stuttgart player emerges as an alternative to reinforce a midfield that has shown deficiencies at the start of the Premier League season, although he is not considered a direct replacement for the main target: Carlos Baleba.
The priority was Baleba, but the market forces a change
For weeks, the Red Devils have made efforts to convince Brighton to sign Carlos Baleba, without success. The English club has closed the door to his departure, and while they plan to try again in 2026, the current urgency requires immediate solutions.
Names like Adam Wharton from Crystal Palace or Morten Hjulmand from Sporting CP have emerged in this context. Wharton seems out of reach in August, while there may still be room for negotiation with the latter.
The situation opens the door to considering the German central midfielder Angelo Stiller, whose contract includes a £32 million release clause.
Angelo Stiller, a convincing profile that raises doubts
At 23 years old, Stiller is one of the key players at Stuttgart and has attracted interest from various European clubs. His ability to distribute play and his versatility in midfield make him an attractive piece for a team in search of balance.
However, at Old Trafford, they are not completely convinced that he is a natural replacement for Baleba. According to close sources, the sports management has "reservations" about whether he can provide the immediate impact that Manchester United requires this season.

Possible departures that condition the signing
The move for Stiller could directly depend on the outcomes involving players like Bruno Fernandes or Kobbie Mainoo.
The Portuguese captain is still linked to teams in Saudi Arabia, while Mainoo does not hide his frustration with the limited minutes he has had at the start of the season. If a significant departure materializes, the signing of Angelo Stiller would gain strength within the club's offices.
The £32 million release clause for Stiller does not seem excessive for a club with the financial muscle of Manchester United, but the expense must be analyzed based on immediate priorities. After investing in strengthening the attack, it is evident that the greatest weakness lies in the midfield.
The statistics from the first two matchdays of the Premier League are revealing: United is the fourth team that loses the most balls in the creation zone and has conceded six direct shots after unforced errors by its midfielders. Flaws in creativity and fragility in containment explain the urgency to reinforce this area.
A tense end to the transfer market
Angelo Stiller's future will be decided in the coming days. While Stuttgart hopes to retain him at least until January, doubts are growing in England. For Manchester United fans, the German's name may not spark the same excitement as Baleba, but his arrival could offer a practical short-term solution.
The market closes on September 1, and the board will have to decide whether to go for Stiller or hold out until winter. What is certain is that the last days of August will be experienced with maximum tension at Old Trafford.
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