Man Utd transfer news live Ten Hag ‘deadline set’ as shock candidate emerges

According to Football Espana, Sevilla striker Youssef En-Nesyri is ‘attracted to a move to Saudi Arabia’ amid recent reports linking him with a move to United.

It was reported over the weekend that the Sevilla ace had emerged as a ‘target’ for United. The Reds want to sign a striker this summer in a bid to increase their attacking output.

It was reported that United were ‘ready to send an offer’ in an attempt to land the 27-year-old. However, it is now claimed that Saudi Arabia could be a more likely destination.

According to a report by The Sun, Tottenham Hotspur are ‘leading United’ in the race to sign Crystal Palace attacking-midfielder Eberechi Eze.

The England international enjoyed an eye-catching 2023/24 campaign for Palace, scoring 11 goals and registering six assists across all competitions. The report states Spurs are currently in the ‘box seat’ to secure his signature this summer, but that United’s hierarchy want to make him a ‘marquee signing’ at Old Trafford.

It is reported that Eze has a £60million release clause in his Palace contract.

According to Turkish news outlet Milliyet, Galatasaray have ‘submitted’ an offer worth €25million (£21.2m at current exchange rate) for United duo Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Scott McTominay.

Both players could be among those who are sold by United this summer amid the fact their respective contracts are due to expire in June 2025. Furthermore, McTominay, after scoring 10 goals in 2023/24, is one of the most sellable assets within the squad.

Following the ‘submission’ of their bid, it is reported that Galatasaray are now ‘waiting for a response’ from United. The ‘offer’ is likely to be laughed off by United bosses.

According to Italian news outlet CalcioMercato.com, Bologna forward Joshua Zirkzee has ‘accepted a contract offer’ from AC Milan amid ongoing links with a move to United.

The Dutchman, 23, has been heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford over the last few months, but it has been reported over the last few days that Milan have ‘made progress’ in their attempts to lure him to the San Siro.

The latest report claims he has ‘accepted a contract offer’, amounting to five years in length. However, a sticking point remains the agent fees involved within the deal.

According to Sky Sports, former Bayern Munich head coach Thomas Tuchel is ‘out of the running’ to become United’s next manager.

Reports coming out of Germany on Sunday afternoon claimed Tuchel had ‘held talks’ with United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe in Monte Carlo ‘last week’.

However, it is now being reported that Tuchel will not succeed Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford – if the latter is sacked. Sky Sports claim that Tuchel wants to ‘take a little break from football’ before returning to the world of management.

According to a report by Portuguese newspaper A Bola, Liverpool have ‘made an approach’ for United-linked centre-back Goncalo Inacio.

The Sporting Lisbon defender, who has been included in the Portugal squad for Euro 2024, is being heavily linked with both Liverpool and United ahead of the transfer window opening for business on Friday.

Despite both United and Liverpool attempting to enter talks with Sporting for Inacio, they are reportedly maintaining their stance that they will only enter negotiations for €60.million.

United midfielder Christian Eriksen has admitted that he has no interest in the prospect of moving to the Saudi Pro League.

The Dane is in danger of being offloaded by United in this summer’s transfer window due to impending changes that are expected to be made at Old Trafford. He joined the club from Brentford on a free transfer in 2022.

Saudi Arabia has been mentioned as a potential destination for the midfield ace, but he has shut down the prospect of that coming to fruition.

Eriksen told Danish media outlet Bold:

“I have never received an offer, and I have made sure that it has never been approached. If my agent has said something, I’ve always said that I don’t even want to know what it is, because it’s not something that interests me.”

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According to a report by Portuguese newspaper Correio da Manhã, Sporting Lisbon manager Ruben Amorim is attempting to ‘block’ United-linked midfielder Morten Hjulmand from leaving the club this summer.

The Dane has been linked with a move to Old Trafford over the past week or so amid United’s plans to strengthen their midfield options this summer.

However, it is reported that Amorim considers Hjulmand as ‘too important to lose’ this summer. It is reported that he has an €80million release clause in his contract.

Xavi is reportedly keen on coaching in the Premier League after leaving his role as Barcelona boss at the end of the season.

The Spaniard recently stood down as manager of his boyhood club after three seasons at the helm, during which period he won one La Liga title and a Supercopa de Espana.

It remains to be seen where the 44-year-old ends up next, though an indication of where that could be has been offered from his native country.

According to a latest report by SPORT, the four-time Champions League winner is planning a sabbatical at present amid all the pressure he endured during his Camp Nou reign. It is added Xavi “would like” to become a manager in the Premier League, where he could “take on an interesting project”.

Gareth Southgate is the new favourite to replace Erik ten Hag at United after reports that Thomas Tuchel is no longer in the running.

Southgate is expected to leave his post as England manager at the end of this summer’s European Championships after eight years at the helm.

The Three Lions’ boss is currently 2/1 to take over at United, according to latest bet365 odds, with Roberto De Zerbi next at 3/1 and Mauricio Pochettino third favourite at 4/1.

United ‘remain interested’ in signing Bologna forward Joshua Zirkzee.

The Dutchman enjoyed a strong season in Serie A, helping the Italian club to secure Champions League football for the following campaign after scoring 11 goals in 34 leaguue appearances.

Sky Sports have claimed both United and Arsenal are still keen on securing his services amid interest from AC Milan and are ‘closely monitoring developments’.

The 23-year-old has a £34million (€40m) release clause in his contract.

In case you mised it yesterday, Thomas Tuchel is reported to have held talks with Sir Jim Ratcliffe over becoming the new United manager.

The Reds are believed to be targeting a decision on whether to stick with Erik ten Hag or opt for a different candidate this week.

But The Times believe Tuchel is now out of the running, with the German leaving the meeting “with the sense he was not going to be United’s choice”.

Hello and welcome along to Monday’s edition of the United live blog.

A big week lies ahead in the world of football this week, with both the European Championship and the summer transfer window getting underway on Friday.

In the meantime, United supporters are desperate for news on Erik ten Hag’s future at the club. United are still yet to communicate a decision on whether he will still be in charge next season or not.

As ever, we will keep you posted with all of the very latest details as we get them on this live blog. There is no need to refresh the page, updates should appear automatically.