Manchester United reportedly aimed to sign Lewis Hall this summer but failed to act swiftly enough to secure the Newcastle United left-back. The Red Devils expressed interest in bringing the talented young defender to Old Trafford for around £50m.

However, their chances dwindled after Newcastle sold Anthony Gordon, Sandro Tonali, and Bruno Guimaraes, as reported by the Athletic. With these key players gone, Manchester United's delay in making a decisive move for Hall proved costly, allowing their rivals to strengthen their squads.

• United's slow approach affected their transfer strategy.
• If they had acted sooner, they might have prevented rivals like Arsenal and Tottenham from acquiring crucial players.

Despite this setback, it is likely that Manchester United will continue to pursue Hall in the future. The England international has excelled at St James’ Park, and his performances will keep him on the radar of top clubs.

Currently, United must rely on Luke Shaw, whose age and ongoing fitness issues raise concerns about his longevity at the club. Hall appears to be an ideal successor as a left-back, and United may need to renew their efforts to sign him soon.

Newcastle's willingness to sell top talents gives Manchester United some hope for a future deal, but any transaction may come at a higher price than £50m, given Hall's rising value and potential.