Manchester United and Sir Jim Ratcliffe They could have a busy few years ahead of them in the transfer market when it comes to new signings Reuben Amorim.
There could be a number of players transferred to make changes to the squad, which could allow the Red Devils to bring in a fee for a number of stars such as Marcus Rashford. But who is the most expensive departure from Old Trafford?
We've taken a look at Manchester United's most expensive sales in their famous history with the help of news reports and Transfer marketplus a detailed look at the top ten.
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Manchester United's most expensive sales ever |
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Rank |
player |
expenses |
Sold to |
year |
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1 |
Cristiano Ronaldo |
80 million pounds sterling |
real madrid |
2009 |
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2 |
Romelu Lukaku |
£74m |
Inter |
2019 |
|
3 |
Angel Di Maria |
£44.3m |
Paris Saint-Germain |
2015 |
|
4 |
Mason Greenwood |
£26.6 million |
Marseille |
2024 |
|
5 |
Scott McTominay |
£25.7 million |
Naples |
2024 |
|
6 |
And James |
25 million pounds sterling |
Leeds |
2021 |
|
7 |
David Beckham |
£24.5m |
real madrid |
2003 |
|
8 |
Morgan Schneiderlin |
24 million pounds sterling |
Everton |
2017 |
|
9 |
Memphis Depay |
£21.7 million |
Leon |
2017 |
|
10 |
Dean Henderson |
20 million pounds sterling |
Crystal Palace |
2024 |
|
=11 |
Chris Smalling |
£18.1 million |
AS Roma |
2020 |
|
=11 |
Daly blind |
£18.1 million |
Ajax |
2018 |
|
13 |
Gabe Stam |
£16.35m |
Lazio |
2001 |
|
14 |
Danny Welbeck |
16 million pounds sterling |
Arsenal |
2014 |
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=15 |
Aaron Wan-Bissaka |
15 million pounds sterling |
West Ham |
2024 |
|
=15 |
Anthony Elanga |
15 million pounds sterling |
Nottingham Forest |
2023 |
|
=15 |
James Garner |
15 million pounds sterling |
Everton |
2022 |
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=15 |
Juan Sebastian Veron |
15 million pounds sterling |
Chelsea |
2003 |
|
19 |
unique |
£12.9 million |
Fenerbahce |
2023 |
|
20 |
Ruud van Nistelrooy |
£10.2m |
real madrid |
2006 |
Here's a detailed look at Manchester United's top 10 sales…
10
Dean Henderson
£20 million to Crystal Palace in 2024
After a series of loan spells at Nottingham Forest Premier LeagueIt was clear that Dean Henderson would not become Manchester United's No. 1 player.
However, it was Crystal Palace who eventually raised the money to end his time with United once and for all The Eagles paid £20m to bring him to Selhurst Park On a permanent deal in the summer of 2024.
9
Memphis Depay
£21.7m to Lyon in 2017
Memphis Depay arrived at Old Trafford in 2015 to great fanfare, although he was unable to repay the faith shown in him by compatriot Louis van Gaal as his transfer never panned out.
He was shipped to Lyon just 18 months later in a deal that worked out for all parties involved. Manchester United have secured a deal worth more than £20m Via a transfer fee, while Depay found his feet in Ligue 1 to regain his place as a quality striker in European football.
8
Morgan Schneiderlin
£24m to Everton in 2017
Manchester United signed midfielder Morgan Schneiderlin from Southampton in 2015, but the Frenchman has struggled to break into the starting lineup of Louis van Gaal and Jose Mourinho.
Schneiderlin made fewer than 50 appearances for United and was sold after 18 months, with the Red Devils no less. Receive a huge fee of £24 million For his services after his departure to Everton.
7
David Beckham
£24.5 million to Real Madrid in 2003
After joining the Carrington Academy, David Beckham transformed himself into a global star during his 11 years as a professional at Old Trafford.
The midfielder, known for his crossing and set-piece abilities, previously headed to Barcelona in 2003 Real Madrid swooped in and made him a Galactico for £24.5m.
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And James
£25m to Leeds in 2021
Speedy winger Dan James moved to Old Trafford from Swansea City in 2019 after impressing in the league. championshipHe will go on to play more than 50 times for United in all competitions.
Two years later, the Red Devils came The Wales international was sold for £25m To rivals Leeds United, where he remains on the books today.
5
Scott McTominay
£25.7m to Napoli 2024
After progressing through the academy, versatile midfielder Scott McTominay spent seven years as a professional with Manchester United, winning two titles and scoring some important goals.
However, in 2024, the Red Devils would benefit from the Scottish international, With Napoli spending £25.7m – The amount that helped Manchester United adhere to the Financial Fair Play programme.
4
Mason Greenwood
£26.6m to Marseille 2024
Striker Mason Greenwood came from Carrington's academy and looked as if he would become a regular at Manchester United before being suspended in 2022.
Amid the uncertainty surrounding his playing career, the Red Devils have previously loaned Greenwood to Getafe Sold permanently to Marseille in 2024 for a fee of £26.6m.
3
Angel Di Maria
£44.3m to Paris Saint-Germain, 2015
Big things were expected from Angel Di Maria after Manchester United signed him from Real Madrid for just under £60m in 2014, but the Argentine failed to live up to the hype and his stay at Old Trafford lasted just 12 months.
Di Maria would eventually sign for Paris Saint-Germain, where he would spend the next seven seasons After a £44.3m move.
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Romelu Lukaku
£74 million for Inter in 2019
Striker Romelu Lukaku has earned huge sums in transfer fees during his career, with Manchester United paying Everton a whopping £90m and add-ons to sign him in 2017.
The Belgian was brilliant at Old Trafford and was on the move again in 2019, but at least the Red Devils He received an eye-catching £74m fee from InterSo you don't lose much in the deal.
1
Cristiano Ronaldo
£80 million to Real Madrid in 2009
At the top of Manchester United's record sales list is the famous striker Cristiano Ronaldo, who… He got his dream move by moving to Real Madrid for £80 million in 2009 Six years after the tournament at Old Trafford.
Ronaldo grew into a global star under Sir Alex Ferguson and won nine major trophies with the Red Devils in a golden period for the club.
