Manchester United will look to sign a new left winger in the summer. The latest potential target to emerge on the club’s radar is Real Sociedad’s Ander Barrenetxea.
Unfortunately for Michael Carrick or whoever takes charge of Manchester United for next season, the Red Devils were stripped of wingers under Ruben Amorim.
Matheus Cunha is not an out-and-out winger, and Patrick Dorgu has been injured for the majority of Carrick’s spell as interim head coach.
With Marcus Rashford no longer wanted at United, United are understood to be eyeing up moves for left-wingers.
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Manchester United have closely monitored Ander Barrenetxea’s progress at Real Sociedad throughout the season, along with Premier League rivals Chelsea.
It’s worth acknowledging that Real Sociedad have conducted multiple major sales to Premier League clubs down the years. Alexander Isak, Mikel Merino, and Martin Zubimendi have all left in recent years.
Who is Man Utd target Ander Barrenetxea?
Barrenetxea is a Spanish footballer who plays for Real Sociedad and the Spanish national team.
Establishing himself this season as one of Europe’s top talents, after consecutive Copa del Rey triumphs, Barrenetxea could be seen as an ideal fit for many footballing projects this summer.
The question is whether he is ready to play at the top level? The World Cup should give United fans a chance to see Barrenetxea in action.
Where is Ander Barrenetxea from?
Barrenetxea was born in San Sebastian, Spain.
He has made one appearance for the Spain national team, so it remains to be seen if he will make the 2026 World Cup squad.
How old is Ander Barrenetxea?
Barrenetxea is 24-years-old and was born on 27 December, 2001.
How tall is Ander Barrenetxea?
Barrenetxea stands at 1.75m, which is roughly 5 ft 9 inches, and is smaller than Cunha.
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What position does Ander Barrenetxea play?
Barrenetxea is a right-footer who plays on the left wing, although he is capable of attacking from the opposite flank if required.
The Spanish winger has a low centre of gravity, great technical skill, flair and speed.
Ander Barrenetxea’s Copa del Rey record
The highlight of Barrenetxea’s 2025/26 season was the Copa del Rey title following a final win over Atletico Madrid.
On top of that, Barrenextea made history with his goal. It was the fastest goal scored in Copa del Rey history, as recognised by the Guinness World Records.
Barrenetxea’s goal came just 14 seconds in the final against Atleti.
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Ander Barrenetxea career stats
Barrenetxea is currently one of the most valuable players at Real Sociedad, where he graduated from the academy.
- Real Sociedad: 233 appearances, 28 goals, 18 assists
- Real Sociedad B: 8 appearances, 1 goal, 1 assist
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