Manchester United are expected to be busy in the final 48 hours of the summer transfer window, both in regards to incomings and outgoings.
The Red Devils have already bolstered their ranks at both ends of the pitch, signing Leny Yoro, Matthijs de Ligt, Noussair Mazraoui and Joshua Zirkzee. Further new arrivals are expected as well, with a deal for Paris Saint-Germain’s Manuel Ugarte being finalised.
A swap deal involving Jadon Sancho and Chelsea’s Raheem Sterling is also being sounded out, with both players not expected to have a future at their respective clubs.
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Ugarte drops Darwin Nunez comment
The soon-to-be marquee signing is known to be close friends with international team-mate Darwin Nunez.
The duo will soon be sworn Premier League rivals, but that hasn't stopped Ugarte already speaking out on the Liverpool man this week.
"Darwin [Nunez] had moments where he was killed badly, and that is also something that has a lot of merit when you see where he is today," Ugarte told Uruguayan broadcaster Channel 10.
"You have to be in the right head to get to where he got to with all the damage he got.
"When I see a teammate get hit, I sometimes feel like the next day it could be me, because people kill you the way they put you up there.
"The best thing is to surround yourself with people you love and trust, and not give the ball to the net, because that’s how the net is nowadays."
Mount releases statement
It's really not looking good for Mason Mount.
A year on from his £60m move and inheriting the prestigious No.7 shirt, things have not gone to plan.
Injuries have stopped the former Chelsea man featuring. He was expected to play a huge role at the start of the new season, but now things have taken a turn.
On Thursday, Mount and his team released a statement.
United offer Jadon Sancho to Borussia Dortmund
Manchester United have offered Jadon Sancho to Borussia Dortmund, reports GiveMeSport.
Chelsea and Juventus are both pushing to sign the England international, though Dortmund are now in the frame to sign the winger.
The Bundesliga outfit are considering tabling a ‘last-minute rescue package’ to re-sign the 24-year-old after last season’s short-term loan deal.
United have informed Sancho that they are pushing him towards Dortmund in a desperate attempt to get him off of their books.
Two clubs reject Victor Lindelof
Serie A sides Lazio and Fiorentina have reportedly rejected the chance to pursue Manchester United’s Victor Lindelof.
According to Alfredo Pedulla, Lazio were ‘never convinced’ by the acquisition of the Sweden international and were not willing to open talks for the defender due to his wage demands.
Fiorentina opted against the deal as they were not willing to pay a fee to sign the centre-back, ruling that they will only sign Lindelof if United terminated his contract with the club.
United 'mulling over' Sterling pursuit
Manchester United are ‘mulling over’ whether to formalise their interest in Chelsea’s Raheem Sterling, reports Manchester Evening News.
A swap deal involving Jadon Sancho has been discussed by both clubs, though those talks are not advanced at this stage.
The Red Devils are hoping to complete the signing of Manuel Ugarte today.
Scott McTominay arrives in Italy
Scott McTominay has arrived in Italy ahead of his move to Napoli.
Supporters flocked the airport to catch a glimpse of the Manchester United academy graduate.
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Sir Jim Ratcliffe urged to make Ivan Toney approach
Premier League legend Alan Shearer has urged United to consider a move for Brentford’s Ivan Toney.
The England international has been heavily linked with a move to Saudi Arabia this week, but Shearer believes he should snub the approaches in favour of joining the Red Devils if an approach is made.
He told Betfair: “He only has one year left on his contract, and I understand why some players would want to go to Saudi Arabia, but for someone like him who's in the prime of his career, he's got another four or five years ahead of him and I would hope that he stays in English football because I think he has a lot to offer.
“I am slightly surprised that Man United haven't enquired about him. Maybe they have, maybe there's something brewing behind the scenes that we don't know about, but I think he'd do pretty well at Old Trafford.”
United looking to find new suitor for fringe star
Manchester United are reportedly hoping to offload Victor Lindelof before the transfer window closes.
According to Manchester World, the Red Devils are ‘actively looking to find a buyer’ for the Sweden international.
The defender has slipped further down the pecking order at Old Trafford as a result of several incomings, though a recent injury has made finding a suitor tricky for United.
Jadon Sancho makes Chelsea stance clear
Jadon Sancho is reportedly ‘holding out’ for an offer from Chelsea, amid interest from Juventus.
The Blues have shortlisted the winger as a target and talks have been held over a swap deal which would see Raheem Sterling head to Old Trafford.
According to The Guardian, Juventus are pushing to sign Sancho but Sancho is waiting for an offer from Chelsea.
The Serie A are persisting with their efforts to sign the England international on loan despite the player making his stance clear.
Second medical taking place
Young midfielder Sekou Kone is currently undergoing his medical with Manchester United, reports Fussball.News.
The Malian playmaker arrived in England last night and is now hoping to finalise his move to the Red Devils by tonight.
United had to fend off interest from several other top clubs to win the race to sign Kone, with the teenager viewed as a top acquisition.
Prem side register interest in Kingsley Coman
An unnamed Premier League side has made contact with the camp of Kingsley Coman to learn more about his situation, according to Sky Sports.
The winger is keen to leave Bayern Munich this week and has been linked with a host of English sides previously, such as Manchester United and Arsenal.
Saudi Pro League side Al-Hilal are pushing to sign the France international and have tabled a lucrative contract in the hope of turning his head.
Raheem Sterling offer set to be made
Manchester United are reportedly willing to offer Raheem Sterling a £150,000-per-week contract at Old Trafford.
GiveMeSport report that the Red Devils view the England international as a squad player and therefore his salary at the club would reflect that.
Sterling currently earns £325,000 per week at Chelsea, and his immense wages has been a sticking point in negotiations with suitors since it became clear that he did not have a future under Enzo Maresca.
The Red Devils are not willing to come close to matching those demands as they view the winger as a ‘back up for Marcus Rashford’.
Manuel Ugarte announcement planned
Manuel Ugarte has successfully passed his medical with Manchester United, reports Sky Sports Germany.
After weeks of negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain, the midfielder is expected to be announced as a United player today.
The 23-year-old was shortlisted as a top target at Old Trafford this summer, and it remains to be seen whether he is their final incoming of the window.