MANCHESTER UNITED have made a shock inquiry about signing former Chelsea forward Timo Werner, according to reports in Germany.
Erik ten Hag is in the market for striking reinforcements, with £72million summer signing Rasmus Hojlund still without a Premier League goal.
Elsewhere, Valencia and Real Sociedad are both “monitoring” Mason Greenwood at Getafe and could be poised to make a move in the summer, The Sun can exclusively reveal.
And we have the very latest on Jim Ratcliffe's deal for 25% of Manchester United.
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Alejandro Garnacho tattoo
Prison Break star Dominic Purcell said he is "humbled" to be tattooed on Manchester United ace Alejandro Garnacho but cheekily asked him to join rivals Liverpool.
Purcell shared a post of Garnacho's overhead kick against Everton and captioned it: "Well if my face – let’s be real Lincoln Burrows' face – is tattooed on someone, I’m humbled it's yours.
"Can I dare say I was there by default when Alejandro scored one of the greatest goals ever witnessed in the English Premier League.
"Congrats to you son and Manchester United fans. What a beautiful moment. Any chance of a transfer to Liverpool?"
- By Kostas Lianos
Not gone to plan
Manchester United legend Gary Neville has claimed he was told the club only signed Sofyan Amrabat due to the injury of Kobbie Mainoo.
I’d heard earlier on in the season because I’m like everybody else I’m asking 'What’s going on? Why are we not signing a player in midfield?' And it was told to me that if Mainoo stays fit then they won’t sign another midfield player.
Mainoo obviously got injured with the ankle injury and then all of a sudden Amrabat came back onto the table. But they weren’t going to sign another player.
They were looking at Mainoo as being the solution and I was like [puffs cheeks]. That’s a lot of faith to put into a young player from Erik ten Hag but I can see why in those 70 minutes we watched.
I was disappointed when he went off but you can’t criticise Ten Hag for bringing off a young player and putting some experience on but there was still something in the game, United hadn’t got a third by that point.
He was still the best player on the pitch. Mainoo was United’s best player throughout the game and mostly throughout that period that United were drifting and went asleep.
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- By Kostas Lianos
Man Utd's four targets
Manchester United are in the market to sign four players in the January transfer window.
According to The Guardian, Ten Hag is now considering a number of acquisitions in the winter market.
One of those is RB Leipzig star Timo Werner, who could be set for a shock return to England after a failed spell at Chelsea.
Nice ace Jean-Clair Todibo is another who has been mooted as a target, although Tottenham and Liverpool are also monitoring the defender.
Benfica's Antonio Silva and Monaco's Youssouf Fofana are also being eyed up by Ten Hag.
- By Kostas Lianos
Go with the Flo
Manchester United are monitoring the transfer situation around Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz.
Wirtz has captured the attention of Europe's elite footballing institutions including Bayern Munich and Real Madrid.
However, the attacking midfielder is also being tracked by United, according to Sky Sports in Germany.
The report adds the Manchester giants' scouting team have cast an eye on the 20-year-old.
There is said to have been no contact with the player's family or any sort of offer made.
The report suggests Wirtz is top of Bayern Munich's transfer wish list.
- By Kostas Lianos
Rio Ferdinand breaker
Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand was forced to pull out of TNT Sports' Champions League coverage on Tuesday after falling ill.
Ferdinand was part of the coverage alongside Laura Woods, Jermaine Jenas and Shay Given for Newcastle's clash with Paris Saint-Germain.
However, having provided insight before the match and at half-time, the legendary defender was absent after the game with TNT confirming he had left due to "unforeseen circumstances".
According to The Daily Mail, the former England international was taken ill during the match and subsequently returned to his hotel to rest.
The 45-year-old is now understood to be feeling better and will return to screens tonight to cover United's Champions League match against Galatasaray.
Rangers legend Ally McCoist stepped in for the ex-Leeds star at full-time after commentating on Newcastle's 1-1 draw with PSG.
- By Kostas Lianos
Ratcliffe takeover delay
Sir Jim Ratcliffe's investment into Manchester United has caused frustration for many waiting for the long-awaited announcement.
Though a new possible date for Ratcliffe's 25 per cent takeover has been revealed.
There had been suggestions a deal would be completed by now, but with no announcement yet the Thanksgiving holiday is likely the cause of the extended delay.
But the New York Stock Exchange has reopened after the American holiday.
When the Exchange is closed no substantial business takes place.
A report from inews claims there were “no issues of substance” in the United deal worth £1.3billion.
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Victor Osimhen bidding war
Chelsea could launch a bid to sign Napoli superstar and Manchester United target Victor Osimhen in January.
Osimhen is understood to be at the top of the Blues’ owner Todd Boehly’s wishlist ahead of the winter market.
The West Londoners are in desperate need of a centre-forward as they look to improve on last season’s disappointing campaign.
And according to talkSPORT, Chelsea may make a move for the in-form Nigeria international.
Mauricio Pochettino’s team has been given an indication that the 24-year-old could be made available in January.
However, the Partenopei will likely demand £120million for Osimhen, who has also been linked with Arsenal and United.
- By Kostas Lianos
Mason Greenwood targeted
Manchester United loanee Mason Greenwood is set to find himself at the centre of Spanish summer transfer flurry, The Sun can reveal.
Valencia and Real Sociedad are both “monitoring” Greenwood and could be poised to make a move in the summer while Getafe, where Greenwood plays on loan, are also keen.
Mason has done brilliantly since he moved to Spain and is really catching the eye after a strong start to his time at Getafe. There are a number of clubs looking at him in Spain with scouts from Valencia and Sociedad seemingly at the front of the queue.
It is highly unlikely Mason will return to Manchester United. That ship has sailed, and he looks set to enjoy the next phase of his career in Spain where he has really settled and found his feet both personally and professionally.
He owes a huge debt to Getafe for the help and support they have given him, and it’s possible he could make his move there permanent at the end of the season.
But if he carries on playing like he is, other bids and offers are likely to come in, leaving Mason, and the club, with a decision to make. After a very difficult year or so Mason feels like his career is on the up.
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Werner snubs Manchester United
RB Leipzig star Timo Werner has snubbed a January move to Manchester United.
Werner has emerged as a surprise transfer target for United who are looking for attacking reinforcement.
However, Sky in Germany report the striker is prepared to stay at Leipzig and fight for his place instead of moving to Old Trafford.
The Germany international has been limited to just four starts for the Bundesliga giants so far this season, scoring two goals along the way.
- By Henry Tomlinson
United join race for wonderkid
Man United and Arsenal have made enquiries about Gabriel Moscardo, according to reports.
The two Premier League giants have joined Chelsea in the battle to sign the Brazilian wonderkid.
Moscardo is said to be valued at £26million by Corinthians, who tied him down to a new three-year deal earlier this year.
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What's up after Gala
Here are Man United's matches after tonight's clash with Galatasaray.
- By Henry Tomlinson
United 'monitoring Wirtz'
Man United are monitoring the transfer situation around Florian Wirtz, reports suggest.
The German wonderkid has captured the attention of Europe's elite footballing institutions including Bayern Munich and Real Madrid.
However, the Bayer Leverkusen star is also being tracked by the Red Devils, according to Sky Sports in Germany.
The report suggests the club's scouting team have cast an eye on the 20-year-old.
There is said to have been no contact with the player's family or any sort of offer made.
The report suggests Wirtz is top of Bayern Munich's transfer wish list.
- By Henry Tomlinson
Mainoo 'not scared'
Erik ten Hag has hinted that Kobiie Mainoo could make his Champions League debut against Galatasaray tonight.
The Dutch manager is not concerned about the hostile atmosphere and insists that Mainoo will have "no fear".
He said: “We don’t have fear. If players are good enough, then they are old enough.”
- By Henry Tomlinson
United squad for Galatasaray
Here is the full Manchester United squad list for the Champions League fixture against Galatasaray.
Goalkeepers: Altay Bayindir, Tom Heaton, Andre Onana.
Defenders: Diogo Dalot, Victor Lindelof, Harry Maguire, Sergio Reguilon, Luke Shaw, Raphael Varane, Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
Midfielders: Sofyan Amrabat, Bruno Fernandes, Dan Gore, Hannibal, Kobbie Mainoo, Scott McTominay.
Forwards: Antony, Alejandro Garnacho, Rasmus Hojlund, Joe Hugill, Anthony Martial, Facundo Pellistri.
- By Henry Tomlinson
Four players wanted by United
Manchester United are thought to be keen on signing as many as four players in the January transfer window.
The Guardian have reported that Dutch manager Erik ten Hag has picked out four positions that need strengthening.
It claims that a new striker, a right-sided centre-back, a box-to-box and as defensive midfielder are wanted.
- By Tony Robertson
Man Utd name travelling squad for crunch Champions League tie
Erik ten Hag has named his 22-man squad to face Galatasaray in the Champions League.
The Red Devils must win the game if they are to stand any hope of progressing into the knockout stages of the Champions League.
Despite the pressure of the match, two youngsters with no UCL experience in Dan Gore and Joe Hugill have been named in the squad.
Elsewhere, Rasmus Hojlund has been named in the squad after missing the 3-0 over Everton.
However, Marcus Rashford, who ended his goal drought against the Toffees, misses out through suspension.
Full squad below:
Goalkeepers: Altay Bayindir, Tom Heaton, Andre Onana.
Defenders: Diogo Dalot, Victor Lindelof, Harry Maguire, Sergio Reguilon, Luke Shaw, Raphael Varane, Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
Midfielders: Sofyan Amrabat, Bruno Fernandes, Dan Gore, Hannibal, Kobbie Mainoo, Scott McTominay.
Forwards: Antony, Alejandro Garnacho, Rasmus Hojlund, Joe Hugill, Anthony Martial, Facundo Pellistri.
- By Tony Robertson
Galatasary vs Man Utd preview
Man Utd must avoid defeat by Galatasaray to keep their Champions League hopes alive.
Bayern Munich cannot be caught at the top of Group A and now all eyes are on a three-way battle between the Red Devils, the Turkish side and Copenhagen.
Just one point separates the trio going into the fifth match of the group stage.
Man Utd will not make the knockout rounds should they lose to Galatasaray.
But if they win, their fate could be in their hands going into the final game of the group on December 12.
Erik ten Hag's side come into the vital game in good form, winning their last three Premier League games without conceding a goal.
Galatasaray vs Man Utd Red Devils look to keep Champions League hopes alive vs Zaha and Co
- By Tony Robertson
Southgate plans talks with Mainoo
Gareth Southgate is expected to hold talks with Manchester United starlet Kobbie Mainoo.
The England boss is keen to persuade the teenager to play for the Three Lions instead of Ghana, report the Daily Star.
Mainoo impressed on his Premier League debut on Sunday after returning from an injury suffered during pre-season.
He has represented England at youth level but is also eligible for Ghana through his parents.
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Football law changes incoming
Time-wasting goalkeepers are set to be punished with a CORNER being awarded against them in a major new proposed Law change.
And English professional football could trial sin-bins for dissent and cynical game-stopping fouls as soon as next season.
The Law-making International FA Board has agreed that keepers are routinely abusing the “six second” rule and that action is required.
While a formal proposal is unlikely to be brought in for next term, the belief is that making sure there is a suitable punishment for time-wasting will ensure keepers speed up play when they have the ball in their hands.
Fifa refs’ chief Pierluigi Collina explained: “I have seen keepers with the ball in their hand for 10, 15, 20, 25 seconds. That’s not acceptable.
“The issue was that giving an indirect free-kick inside the box might be considered too harsh a punishment."
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- By Tony Robertson
Man Utd to cancel loan in January transfer window
Man Utd are set to cancel a loan move in the January transfer window, according to reports.
The Red Devils have Sofyan Amrabat and Sergio Reguilon on loan but it is a star out on loan from the club which will be cut.
The Manchester Evening News report Man Utd have been left "disappointed" at the lack of game time Charlie McNeill has been handed on loan at Stevenage.
As a result, they are set to recall the youngster in the winter window with the view to securing another move elsewhere.
- By Tony Robertson
Fernandes hits back at captaincy criticism
Burno Fernandes has hit back at criticism levelled at him as Man Utd captain.
Speaking ahead of Man Utd's clash with Galatasaray in the Champions League, he said: "You don't like to be criticised, but I think everyone is the same.
"But at the same time, I have to do what is best for the team. I’m probably not always right, but in my head, at that moment, it's the right choice.
"I think it’s quite normal when you play for Manchester United you will be criticised, even when you do well or bad, the right thing or the wrong thing, so I have to deal with that. It's normal since I arrived at the club.
"When the results aren’t coming and the performances aren't what everyone expects and my numbers make me a target, not keeping the same numbers with goals and assists is sometimes a problem with criticism.
"Now it's the captaincy, there will always be something but my focus is on the team and staff, everyone who works here day by day and I'm pretty sure they are happy with me and the way I am.
"I'm really open with everyone and nobody until now has had a problem with me. I think everyone here is happy with my leadership."
- By Tony Robertson
Man Utd eye four January signings
Man Utd are targeting four signings in the January transfer window, according to reports.
The Guardian, claim Erik ten Hag has identified four areas for improvement.
These are a new striker, No8, defensive midfielder and right-sided centre-back.
Summer signings Sofyan Amrabat and Mason Mount could be top of the Red Devils chopping board to make room for new arrivals.
RED ALERT Ten Hag out to replace Ambarat and Mount ALREADY as United eye four January deals
- By Tony Robertson
Man Utd eye move for Wirtz
Man Utd are keeping an eye on Bayer Leverkusen star Florian Wirtz, reports suggest.
The 20-year-old is also being tracked by Bayern Munich and Real Madrid.
Sky Sports in Germany claim Man Utd scouts are watching the forward but have made no contact with his family or anything in the way of an offer.
- By Tony Robertson
Football lawmakers to introduce ‘orange card’
The International Football Association Board (IFAB) has agreed in principle to introduce rugby-style orange cards.
The measure will be tested in elite competitions such as the Premier League as early as next season.
This has been approved in an attempt to tackle the rising number of disciplinary issues during games.
Since 2019 in England ten-minute sin-bins have been effective in dealing with dissent at the grassroots to the academy level.
Players who display words or actions of dissent leave the pitch for ten minutes.
And with the news trials impending the rule may also apply to penalise tactical fouls.
The trial will also cover cynical fouls such as the one committed by Italy‘s Giorgio Chiellini when he grabbed England’s Bukayo Saka‘s shirt in the Euro 202 final.
However, fans will not see the orange cards on the pitch, as they will only be shown on the electronic boards when a player is temporarily dismissed.
The rule would see offences that at more worthy of a greater punishment than your standard booking.
DASH OF ORANGE Footie chiefs set to make brand new 'orange card' – but you'll never see it
- By Tony Robertson
Man Utd to face competition to land No1 target
Man Utd will face competition from Tottenham to land No1 defensive target Jean-Clair Tobido, according to reports.
The Nice defender has been heavily linked with a transfer to Old Trafford as part of an expected squad overhaul.
But the Evening Standard have now reported Spurs are also eyeing a deal with the French Club, owned by Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
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