Manchester United's 2026 retained list includes 26 players. Total weekly wage bill: £2,322,744. 6 contracts expire within 12 months. Managed by Michael Carrick.
Verified August 25, 2026
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Manchester United Squad 2026
Goalkeepers (6)
Defenders (8)
Diego Leon
Diogo Dalot
Harry Maguire
Lisandro Martinez
Luke Shaw
Patrick Dorgu
Tyler Fredricson
Youri Tielemans
Midfielders (6)
Forwards (6)
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many players are in Manchester United's squad?
Manchester United has 26 players on the retained list.
What is Manchester United's weekly wage bill?
Manchester United's total weekly wage bill is approximately £2,322,744.
What is the average age of Manchester United's squad?
The average age of Manchester United's squad is 26.3 years.
How many Manchester United contracts expire in the next 12 months?
6 Manchester United contracts expire within the next 12 months.
Who is the Manchester United manager?
Manchester United is currently managed by Michael Carrick.
Where does Manchester United play their home games?
Manchester United play their home matches at Old Trafford.
What is Manchester United's annual wage bill?
Manchester United's annual senior-squad wage bill is approximately £120,782,688 (weekly bill of £2,322,744 × 52 weeks), excluding bonuses, image rights, signing-on fees and agent commissions.
How much does the average Manchester United player earn?
The average senior Manchester United player earns approximately £89,336 per week (£4,645,472 annually), based on the current 26-player retained list. Distribution is heavily skewed — top earners pull the average well above the median.
Who is Manchester United's highest-paid player?
Marcus Rashford is currently Manchester United's top earner on a reported £325,000 per week (£16,900,000 annually).
When was Manchester United founded?
Manchester United was founded in 30/0, making the club 1996 years old.
What league do Manchester United play in?
Manchester United play in the Premier League for the current season.
What is the most common nationality at Manchester United?
7 Manchester United players are English nationals — 27% of the senior squad — making it the largest single nationality at the club.