Manchester United are reportedly set to compete with Aston Villa for the signing of Everton midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall this summer, amid concerns that Bruno Fernandes may depart the club. Michael Carrick has personally recommended signing Dewsbury-Hall. It is also reported that Carrick believes the Englishman would be a shrewd addition to his Man Utd team if he is appointed as the new permanent manager this summer. According to a report from the Spanish publication Fichajes, Man Utd have identified Dewsbury-Hall as an alternative to other targets. Everton have no intention of selling the Englishman after just one season and are expected to demand a significant transfer fee to even consider a deal. Dewsbury-Hall’s performances for the remainder of the season could be a key factor in a potential summer transfer, and his current contract at Everton is set to expire in 2030.

Amid suggestions that Manchester United are interested in signing Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall from Everton in the summer of 2026, sources have told TEAMtalk’s Everton correspondent, Harry Watkinson, that Everton have no plans to sell the player. The club's owners, The Friedkin Group, have made it clear that the 27-year-old former Chelsea midfielder is not for sale at any price.

A report from Sportsboom has indicated that Manchester United and Aston Villa are considering a move for Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall. The report suggested an offer between £45 million and £50 million could challenge Everton's determination, and that manager David Moyes views the player as unsellable. However, sources have revealed to TEAMtalk that Dewsbury-Hall will not be sold for any amount as he is considered a crucial player.