Manchester United Seeks European Qualification After Worst Premier League Finish

Manchester United's primary goal for the 2025-26 season is to qualify for European competition after a disappointing 2024-25 campaign that saw them finish 15th in the Premier League and lose the Europa League final to Tottenham, resulting in no European football for the first time since 2014-15. Midfielder Mason Mount emphasized the importance of returning to Europe, particularly the Champions League, as a key focus for the club. Despite a transfer outlay exceeding £125 million on forwards Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo, United's squad needs to improve significantly under Ruben Amorim, as they finished 23 points behind seventh-placed Nottingham Forest last season. Transfer speculation continues around players like Ollie Watkins and Nicolas Jackson, though no deals are close, and several players including Jadon Sancho, Alejandro Garnacho, Antony, and Tyrell Malacia are expected to leave. United are currently in the United States for their Premier League Summer Series, preparing for matches against West Ham, Bournemouth, and Everton. Mount, who struggled with injuries last season, remains determined to lead and compete for a regular place in the team as they aim to rebuild and regain their status in European football.