Transfer News: Manchester United Targets and Player Updates
Manchester United targets Antoine Semenyo in January transfer, Ruben Neves seeks Premier League return, Bruno Fernandes' release clause disclosed, and Bukayo Saka on the verge of signing a record-breaking contract with Arsenal.
Manchester United is set to make a strong push to acquire Antoine Semenyo , the 25-year-old forward from Bournemouth and Ghana, in the upcoming January transfer window. The club hopes that the uncertainty surrounding Pep Guardiola 's future at Manchester City may enhance their chances of securing Semenyo's signature. (Telegraph - subscription required)
Ruben Neves , the 28-year-old Portugal international, has declined a new contract offer from Saudi Pro League club Al-Hilal and is eager to return to Europe, with Manchester United emerging as a potential destination for the former Wolves midfielder. (Times - subscription required)
Manchester United has indicated that they will only consider selling Kobbie Mainoo , the 20-year-old midfielder, in January if they receive an exceptional offer. The club is also hesitant to allow the England international to leave on loan. (Sky Sports)
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca , 45, is among the frontrunners for the managerial position at Manchester City should Spanish manager Pep Guardiola , 54, depart the club next summer. (Athletic - subscription required)
Saint-Etienne has rejected an initial offer of €8 million (£7 million) from Chelsea for 17-year-old striker Djylian N’Guessan , but they would consider a sale for €12.5 million (£11 million). (L'Equipe - in French)
Newcastle is monitoring Kees Smit , a talented 19-year-old midfielder from AZ Alkmaar , among other targets, including Dayann Methalie , a 19-year-old defender from Toulouse . (Mail - subscription required)
Bruno Fernandes , the 31-year-old midfielder for Manchester United and Portugal, has a contract clause allowing clubs outside the Premier League to acquire him for £56.6 million. (Mail - subscription required)
Atletico Madrid is reportedly interested in signing England forward Marcus Rashford , 28, who is currently on loan at Barcelona from Manchester United . (Fichajes - in Spanish)
It is highly unlikely that Bayern Munich will activate their option to make Nicolas Jackson 's loan move from Chelsea permanent this summer, as the 24-year-old Senegal striker has primarily served as a backup for England international Harry Kane , 32. (Bild - in German)
Bukayo Saka , 24, is on the verge of becoming the first player in Arsenal 's history to earn a weekly wage of £300,000, with the club nearing a record-breaking contract agreement for the England winger that will extend until 2031. (Teamtalk)
West Ham winger Luis Guilherme intends to remain at the club and compete for his position, despite speculation linking the 19-year-old Brazilian with a January transfer. (Sky Sports)
National League club Morecambe is looking to extend the loan of Maldini Kacurri , a 20-year-old defender from Arsenal , who is also attracting interest from higher-tier clubs. (Sun)