There is a clear theme to these links.
That matters because United’s squad-building has often swung between short-term fixes and big-name bets. A move toward younger talent would point to a more patient strategy, especially in positions where depth and succession planning can quickly become important.
Of the two names, Seys looks like the more developed market story. Other reports have also suggested that Arsenal are among the clubs monitoring him, which usually tells you the player is being watched broadly rather than being tied to one club alone.
For United, a left-back link is easy to understand. Even without talking in absolutes, it is a position where top clubs constantly review depth, durability and long-term balance. A younger option from a strong development environment such as Club Brugge would fit that logic.
The Louis Page mention feels different. This appears to be less about immediate first-team impact and more about talent identification. United have long been judged not only on who they buy for now, but on whether they can spot the next wave before the market fully inflates.
That is why this story is worth watching, even if nothing is close. As the window moves on, the key question is whether Manchester United keep leaning into youth targets - or whether these links sit alongside a return to more proven, first-team-ready names.