Manchester United January transfer news LIVE: Red Devils ready €500m Neymar bid


Red Devils ready €500m Neymar bid


Manchester United are readying a record-breaking €500 million offer for Paris Saint-Germain forward Neymar, according to Le 10 Sport .

Real Madrid were reported to be leading the chase for the Brazilian, but they can only go as high as €400m.

That has left the door open for Jose Mourinho to join the chase and agree to meet an eye-watering buyout clause.


Man Utd to challenge Liverpool for Pulisic


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Manchester United are set to challenge Liverpool over the signing of Borussia Dortmund's US wonderkid Christian Pulisic, claims the Independent .

Pulisic, 19, is already a regular starter with both club and country, and his added value as an icon in the lucrative US market makes him an attractive signing. 

And while Jurgen Klopp is a confirmed admirer of the player from his former club, he could face stiff competition from Old Trafford this summer.


'Mourinho risks Alexis custard pie'


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Manchester United’s “gamble” on Alexis Sanchez surprises Paul Merson, who feels Jose Mourinho is risking a “custard pie” if the player ends up at arch-rivals Manchester City.

The former Arsenal forward told Sky Sports: "It’s a big gamble what Jose’s done with Alexis Sanchez, by going 'I want Sanchez'. Because if Sanchez chooses to go to Man City, that’s a real custard pie to Man United."

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Ibrahimovic wanted by Turkish rivals


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Manchester United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic has emerged as a January target for Turkish rivals Besiktas and Galatasaray, reports fotoMac .

The 36-year-old Swede is currently tied to a short-term contract at Old Trafford which is due to run until the end of the season.

He has, however, struggled for full fitness since rejoining the Red Devils on the back of a serious knee injury and United are being heavily linked with several striking alternatives.


Klopp snubbed Man Utd


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Jurgen Klopp claims he turned down the chance to succeed David Moyes as Manchester United manager before taking the reins at Liverpool.

Klopp replaced Brendan Rodgers in the Anfield dugout in October 2015, four months on from stepping down at Borussia Dortmund.

The Reds boss has been speaking to Sky Sports, find out what he had to say here.


Juve step up Darmian hunt


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Juventus have opened dialogue with Manchester United defender Matteo Darmian regarding a return to Italy, reports Corriere dello Sport .

The versatile full-back has slipped back down the pecking order at Old Trafford and is an option being explored by the reigning Serie A champions.


Ranieri resigned to missing out on Lucas


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Nantes boss Claudio Ranieri is resigned to failing in an audacious move for Paris Saint-Germain winger Lucas Moura.

Lucas has made just six appearances in all competitions for PSG this season, all as a substitute, and is reportedly attracting interest from Manchester United and Tottenham.

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Arsenal expect Alexis exit but hopeful on Ozil


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Arsene Wenger concedes that Alexis Sanchez is likely to leave Arsenal, but he remains optimistic regarding a new contract for Mesut Ozil.

The Gunners have seen speculation surrounding two key figures cast an unwelcome shadow over their efforts in 2017-18, with Manchester rivals City and United ready to pounce if the exit door is opened.

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Man Utd unlikely to make Vardy bid


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Manchester United are unlikely to make an offer for Jamie Vardy after expressing interest in the Leicester City striker, according to the Leicester Mercury .

The Red Devils reportedly decided against submitting a bid because of the heavy transfer fee that would be necessary, with Jose Mourinho's side instead focusing on hijacking Manchester City's move for Alexis Sanchez.

Vardy, meanwhile, is said to be happy at the King Power Stadium and is not actively seeking an exit.


Van Persie set for Feyenoord return


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Former Arsenal and Manchester United striker Robin van Persie is set to leave Fenerbahce to complete a return to Feyenoord, according to AD .

The Dutchman began his senior career with the Eredivisie club and looks as though he will now be returning having struggled for game time in Turkey during the 2017-18 season.


West Brom set Evans transfer deadline


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Manchester City and Arsenal target Jonny Evans has been set a deadline of just over two weeks to decide his future by West Brom, according to the Daily Mail .

The former Manchester United man has seen his name linked with some of the Premier League's biggest clubs in the current window. 

But he will have to make up his mind by January 28, or his club will veto a move expected to be worth around £35 million. 


Di Maria's wife warns Lucas over Man Utd move


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Lucas Moura's move to Manchester United has been placed in doubt after an intervention by the wife of PSG team-mate Angel Di Maria, according to The Sun .

Brazil international Lucas is yet to start for Paris Saint-Germain in Ligue 1 this season and is keen on a move to Old Trafford in a bid to prove himself ahead of the World Cup.

But Di Maria's wife, Jorgelina Cardoso, has warned Lucas's partner, Larissa Saad, about the lifestyle in Manchester, and she is now having second thoughts about leaving Paris for England.


Arsenal want Martial in Alexis deal


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Arsenal want Anthony Martial included in any deal that would take Alexis Sanchez to Manchester United, according to the Daily Star .

Gunners boss Arsene Wenger wants a replacement before he allows Alexis to leave, and he is hopeful Martial can be that player.

United are reluctant to let Martial go, however, though they would be willing to include Chris Smalling in the deal should Arsenal be keen on the centre-back.


Man Utd to make De Gea highest-paid player


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Manchester United are ready to give David de Gea a massive raise in an attempt to fend off interest from Real Madrid, according to The Sun

Madrid are still circling for the 27-year-old and with De Gea's contract set to expire in 2019, the Red Devils want to offer a new deal to lock down their goalkeeper. 

United reportedly plan to up De Gea's £210,000-a-week wages to £300,000-a-week, making him the club's joint highest-paid player along with Paul Pogba. 


Mourinho refuses to rule out Alexis move


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Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho is not ruling out the possibility of a move for Alexis Sanchez.

The Arsenal forward has been widely expected to join Manchester City, but the Red Devils have reportedly swooped in with a late move for the 29-year-old. 

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