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Sources: Chelsea & Man United among clubs impressed with young Serie A centre-back

Atalanta’s teenage centre-back Honest Ahanor has rapidly emerged as one of the most coveted young defenders in European football, following an impressive start to life in Bergamo after his summer move from Genoa.

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Insider: Man Utd awaiting green light to activate £65m Semenyo clause

Manchester United technical director Jason Wilcox is ready to launch an onslaught for Bournemouth star Antoine Semenyo. The Red Devils had already contemplated a move for the 25-year-old last summer, but eventually signed Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, and Benjamin Sesko, who collectively cost the club more than £200 million.

Manchester United News / centredevils / December 22

Sir David Beckham pays respects to late Stone Roses bassist Gary Mounfield

Manchester United’s connection to Manchester’s music scene has always run deeper than a playlist, with Old Trafford leaning on the city’s identity as much as its trophies.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 22

Just in: Sky Sports reveals Man Utd have made Kobbie Mainoo January decision

Manchester United have reportedly decided to block the departure of Kobbie Mainoo, who has been hoping to seal a January move. The Englishman wasn’t in the matchday squad for Sunday’s Premier League contest against Aston Villa, as he had suffered a minor calf problem the previous day.

Joshua Zirkzee News / ESPN / December 22

Transfer rumors, news: Man United may let Zirkzee go to Roma

Manchester United are close to moving on Joshua Zirkzee, who has interest from AS Roma. Transfer Talk has the latest news and rumors.

Manchester United News / ESPN / December 22

Dalot: Fernandes injury 'massive' blow to Utd

Diogo Dalot called Bruno Fernandes' injury a "massive" blow as Manchester United wait to find out the severity of the skipper's setback.

Joshua Zirkzee News / centredevils / December 21

Serie A giants advance in talks to sign Joshua Zirkzee

Joshua Zirkzee is one of many names who may leave Manchester United in the January transfer window. Zirkzee, who joined the Red Devils in 2023, has made 59 appearances since joining the club and has scored eight times in these games.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 21

Neville: Man United star didn’t ‘look too happy’ with ‘surprising’ Amorim call in second half

Gary Neville says Joshua Zirkzee wasn’t best pleased that Lisandro Martinez was called upon to replace Bruno Fernandes instead of him. When Aston Villa and Manchester United exited down the tunnel for the interval, it was expected that Bruno Fernandes would not emerge for the second half – at least not to continue playing, anyway.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 21

‘He’s just…’: Neville saw what Fernandes did after sustaining injury, what Amorim did in response was concerning

Bruno Fernandes looks to have sustained a hamstring injury in the first half of Manchester United’s clash with Aston Villa. The Red Devils skipper stopped dead on the ball after appearing to feel some discomfort around the hamstring area.

Neville says Amorim’s started a player who’s ‘not very good on the ball’ – he’s shown why inside 10 minutes

Expected United XI vs Villa sees Amorim call upon ‘leader’ who he thinks can do everything

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Soccer News / Stretty News / December 21

Neville says Amorim’s started a player who’s ‘not very good on the ball’ – he’s shown why inside 10 minutes

Gary Neville has just claimed Manuel Ugarte is ‘not very good on the ball’ after he conceded possession in a dangerous area. The midfielder dordling outside Senne Lammens’ penalty area allowed Youri Tielemans to come in and steal the ball before creating a threatening attack for his Aston Villa teammates.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 22

Journo spots pre-match tactical hint as to which player will be taking set-pieces in Amad and Mbeumo’s absences

Luke Shaw is poised to deputise for the inswinging corners whilst Amad Diallo and Bryan Mbeumo are away. While Manchester United and Aston Villa have been out on the pitch undergoing their final preparations ahead of kick-off, the full-back was spotted on corner duty by Samuel Luckhurst.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 21

Man United watching €60m star for months, Amorim views him as 'key piece' in his system

Manchester United are interested in signing the French midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi from Lille. According to CaughtOffside, the player will cost around €60 million, and he is on the radar of several clubs.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / December 21

Sources: Chelsea, Man United and Liverpool want 'generational talent' who will cost €60 million

Ayyoub Bouaddi, Lille’s midfield gem, has become the hottest topic in the transfer market as 2025 draws to a close. Not only Chelsea and Manchester United, but almost every European giant is lining up for this “generational talent”, sources close to the situation have informed CaughtOffside.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / December 21

Man United want to sign 'extraordinary player', but his top choice is Liverpool

Bournemouth attacker Antoine Semenyo has been linked with a move away from the club in recent weeks. There is a high chance that the 25-year-old could be on the move during the January transfer window.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 21

‘They want the player’: Man United contact club to sign attacker in a €40m deal

Manchester United are interested in signing the Koln attacker Said El Mala. The 19-year-old attacker has done quite well this season, and he has nine goal contributions in 15 league matches.

Manchester United News / Stretty News / December 21

Man Utd plot move to beat Arsenal and Chelsea for €50million-rated Frenchman

Manchester United are interested in signing the Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi. The talented young midfielder has already established himself as a regular starter for the Ligue 1 club, and his performances have attracted interest from multiple clubs.

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Soccer News / Stretty News / December 21

Report: Man United eyeing €35-40m-rated Serie A sensation to fix key weakness

Atalanta defender Marco Palestra has attracted a lot of interest with his performances during his loan spell at Cagliari. The 20-year-old right back is highly rated across Europe, and several clubs are monitoring his progress.

Manchester United News / ESPN / December 20

Amorim may alter tactics during AFCON absences

Ruben Amorim has suggested he could abandon his 3-4-3 system and play with a four-man defence to compensate for the loss of key players to the Africa Cup of Nations.

Soccer News / Stretty News / December 20

Report: Ruben Amorim to have £17.5m player added to his ranks in January – but he and INEOS don’t want him

Aston Villa are reportedly ready to terminate Jadon Sancho’s loan in January and send him back to Manchester United. The in-form West Midlands outfit are

Jim Ratcliffe News / centredevils / December 20

Club president officially leaves club under Sir Jim Ratcliffe ownership

Sir Jim Ratcliffe is one of the most recognised names in the world of football, with him owning several clubs and leading in many roles. One example of this can be seen with Manchester United, which Sir Jim Ratcliffe co-owns alongside the Glazer family.

Harry Amass News / HITC / December 20

Man Utd and Liverpool battle for Sheffield Wednesday wonderkid who is Harry Amass’ back-up

Manchester United are looking to bring in a player from Sheffield Wednesday, even as questions remain about Harry Amass’ loan spell with the Owls. Amass has made quite an impact at Hillsborough, quickly becoming one of Wednesday’s standout performers and drawing praise from fans and pundits alike.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / December 20