As Sunday's clash with Tottenham in the Premier League edges closer and closer, Manchester United continue to monitor deals across January, with the onus on improving the squad during the second half of the season.
Erik ten Hag hasn't ruled out the possibility of bringing in players on loan this month, with a striker to help out Rasmus Hojlund and Anthony Martial looking like.
Karim Benzema, Eric Choupo-Moting and Serhou Guirassy have all been touted as potential options, with Amad Diallo yet to return to full fitness following the setback he sustained in pre-season.
In terms of outgoings, it appears almost likely that Jadon Sancho will spend the rest of the season on loan at Borussia Dortmund, following the isolated nature of his treatment at Old Trafford. The England international has now not played for the club in over five months and it remains to be seen where his imminent future lies.
Sancho arrived in Germany yesterday evening and is expected to complete a medical and fulfil all of his media duties sometime on Thursday, as we await the German club's announcement.
Furthermore, Joe Hugill and Hannibal are just two players who look like to head out on loan, as Ten Hag continues to monitor the ongoing situation that has seen many of his first-team players ruled out through injury this season.
Follow the live blog below for all the very latest United news and views throughout the day:
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Full details of Sancho loan confirmed
Liam Wood
Scroll below for United transfer updates
So that brings our latest United transfer blog to a conclusion.
Scroll below for news and views from Old Trafford and beyond.
Liam Wood
Share your thoughts on the January window
United are expecting a relatively quiet January transfer window - due to lingering caution over FFP - despite investment from Sir Jim Ratcliffe being confirmed. INEOS will still have a huge say on decisions and you can share your thoughts on what should happen below;
Liam Wood
United eye Anthony Martial replacement - reports
Sticking with the Frenchman and a potential replacement for him.
Erik ten Hag is reportedly keen to snap-up Ajax star Brian Brobbey.
Proposed interest in Brobbey is flagged up by The Mirror.
United are expecting a quiet January transfer window with regards to incomings. However, with investment from Sir Jim Ratcliffe being confirmed, there is at least one eye on the future. The club have leaned on the Eredivisie market under Ten Hag - and not always with success.
Liam Wood
Inter Milan 'considering' Anthony Martial transfer
Inter Milan are considering a swoop for Anthony Martial next summer.
That's according to fresh reports from Italian publication Calciomercato.
United are open to cashing-in on the Frenchman this month.
However, the most likely scenario at this stage is that he departs Old Trafford as a free agent next summer. Inter are thought to be monitoring his situation with a view to replacing United flop Alexis Sanchez with 30-cap France international Martial in time for the 2024/2025 season.
Liam Wood
The clubs tipped to target Raphael Varane
Raphael Varane has returned to the United side in recent games despite one or two question marks over his future. Here are a few clubs Bet365 are tipping to come calling for the World Cup winner during the January transfer window;
To stay at United - 1/6
Real Madrid - 9/1
Bayern Munich - 14/1
Any Saudi Arabian team - 16/1
Juventus - 33/1
Paris Saint-Germain - 33/1
*Odds were correct at 19:30 on January 11. Subject to change.
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Liam Wood
Next six Premier League matches for United
Tottenham are next up for United before their pre-arranged winter break.
Here are their next six Premier League fixtures to note down in your diary;
Sunday, January 14 vs Tottenham (H) at 4.30pm
Thursday, February 1 vs Wolves (A) at 8.15pm
Sunday, February 4 vs West Ham (H) at 2pm
Sunday, February 11 vs Aston Villa (A) at 4.30pm
Sunday, February 18 vs Luton Town (A) at 4.30pm
Saturday, February 24 vs Fulham (H) at 3pm
Liam Wood
TV picks including United for FA Cup R4
United got the job done against Wigan Athletic on Monday night and they will, once again, take on lower level opposition in the FA Cup fourth round. That tie (opponents TBC) will be screened live on TV after the broadcasting picks were announced;
Liam Wood
Share your thoughts on the January window
United are expecting a relatively quiet January transfer window - due to lingering caution over FFP - despite investment from Sir Jim Ratcliffe being confirmed. INEOS will still have a huge say on decisions and you can share your thoughts on what should happen below;
Samuel Luckhurst
ANALYSIS - United are finally preparing to play their best XI
The strongest United team Ten Hag has picked all season came in pre-season and lasted 74 seconds.
Mainoo was the collateral damage in a Casemiro challenge on Real Madrid forward Rodrygo in Houston on July 26 and he did not appear again for the first team for exactly four months.
Mainoo's ankle injury is a curious sliding doors moment. The 18-year-old was accommodated in the same XI as Casemiro, Mount and Fernandes against the Madrid of Bellingham, Modric, Camavinga and Tchouameni.
Jack Flintham
Let us know your thoughts on the January transfer window
The January window is in full steam now and the Reds' supporters will be hoping their side can make some deals over the course of this month.
In my opinion, United need to be focusing on bringing a striker to the club considering their awful record in front of goal and to allow pressure to be taken away from Hojlund.
But it doesn't matter what I think necessarily, let us know your thoughts in our poll below:
Jack Flintham
Jonathan David's goalscoring stats so far this season
When you compare David's stats this season to that of United's front line, it is night and day the comparison.
The 23-year-old has hit a purple patch in recent weeks bagging three goals in the past five Ligue 1 appearances.
However, the question will be whether the forward can keep this up should he move to the Premier League in January.
Jack Flintham
Jonathan David has already hinted at transfer desire
United's No.1 position to strengthen this winter is up front.
The Reds' lack of goals has been deeply concerning and it is unsurprising to see their name linked with another striker this window in the form of Jonathan David.
Fortunately for United, the Lille man has his heart set on a move to the Premier League.
Josh Holland
New striker on radar
Manchester United have reportedly started "internal talks" about signing Lille and Canada striker Jonathan David.
United are understood to be in the market for another centre-forward this window to ease the burden on Rasmus Hojlund.
David has been linked with a move to the Premier League for some time. According to 90min, the striker is on United's radar.
Jack Flintham
ANALYSIS - United and Sancho will learn nothing from loan
It was inevitable that Sancho would leave United in the January window.
The winger is out of favour after the September saga and the relationship between himself and the club is at an all-time low.
But, a loan switch at this stage will provide little use to United or Sancho.
Jack Flintham
Hello all
Afternoon everyone,
Jack here to take on the blog for the next few hours on what has been a busy day for the Reds.
The main news, as we all know by now, is that Sancho has left the club to rejoin Dortmund for the remainder of the season.
We will be bringing you all the latest reaction to that as we head into the evening.
Josh Holland
Details of Sancho's exit
Manchester United will receive a guaranteed £3million from Borussia Dortmund after the deal to take Jadon Sancho back to his former club on loan was completed.
United will recoup most of Sancho's salary as part of the deal, which will see Dortmund pay an initial fee of €3.5m for a loan deal that runs until June 30, 2024. There is no option to buy included in the agreement.
Potential add-ons included in the deal thrashed out between the two clubs make up an extra €4m, but for the full amount to be reached Sancho would have to play in all of Dortmund's games and the club would need to progress all the way in this season's Champions League and qualify for the competition next term.
While that is unlikely, United see any potential fee beyond the €3.5m as a bonus, having managed to get the majority of Sancho's wages off the books for the rest of this season in a deal that also provides the 23-year-old with the chance to return to top-level football.
Josh Holland
Sancho breaks silence
Jadon Sancho has expressed his delight at re-signing for Borussia Dortmund - admitting a return to the Bundesliga club felt like "coming home".
After completing a temporary move back to Dortmund, the 23-year-old, who starred in 137 appearances with the club during his first spell, has voiced his delight at returning to the North Rhine-Westphalia and admitted he can't wait to play football "with a smile on my face".
“When I came into the dressing room today, it felt like 'coming home'. I know the club inside and out, I've always been very close with the fans here, and I've never lost contact with those in charge," Sancho told Borussia Dortmund's official website.
“I can’t wait to see my teammates again, go out on the pitch, play football with a smile on my face, prepare goals, score goals and help qualify for the Champions League."
KEY EVENT
Full details of Sancho loan confirmed
Borussia Dortmund have confirmed the full details of Jadon Sancho's loan to the club from Manchester United.
Dortmund released a statement that did not mention anything about the next steps for themselves and Sancho beyond confirming he was on loan at the club until the end of June this year.
A statement from the club read:
Borussia Dortmund has signed offensive player Jadon Sancho (23) on loan until the end of the season. The Englishman, currently at Manchester United, signed a loan contract until June 30, 2024 on Thursday.
Read more HERE.
Josh Holland
Sancho confirmed
Jadon Sancho's loan move to Borussia Dortmund has been confirmed.
The winger will spend the second half of the season away from Man United before returning to Manchester in June.
— Borussia Dortmund (@BlackYellow) January 11, 2024BVB has signed Jadon Sancho on loan until the end of the season
Currently with Manchester United, the loan contract runs until June 30th, 2024 pic.twitter.com/j5At2fKx50
Josh Holland
Leeds raid for highly-rated midfielder
Man United are plotting a move for Leeds United star Archie Gray, according to Fichajes.
The midfielder has enjoyed an impressive first half of the season in the Championship and has been tipped for a big move. The 17-year-old has plenty of interest from the Premier League.
Liverpool and Tottenham have also been linked. The £40m-£50m valued star is now on United's radar.
Josh Holland
Sancho arrives for medical
Jadon Sancho has arrived for his medical ahead of his loan move to Borussia Dortmund.
According to Sky Sports Germany journalist Patrick Berger, Sancho could train with the team for the first time this afternoon. They play Darmstadt on Saturday (5.30pm kick-off).
— Patrick Berger (@berger_pj) January 11, 2024#BVB - Hier kommt Jadon Sancho mit Joel Kunz (Integrationsbeauftragter) zum Medizincheck in Dortmund-Brackel an. Versteckspiel geht allerdings weiter. Der Engländer zeigt sich noch nicht.
Der Leih-Deal soll heute noch verkündet werden. Klappt alles, trainiert der 23-Jährige am… pic.twitter.com/0RVrzYY5oS
Josh Holland
Triple transfer message sent
Dwight Yorke has urged Manchester United to sign three players to take them back to the top of English football.
Speaking to Footy Accumulators, he said: "If I were in charge of Man United and had to sign three players, then I'd pick Victor Osimhen, Leroy Sane, and Son Heung-Min.
"I feel United are OK defensively, but they lack options in midfield. I wouldn't say the club needs a clearout, but they need at least six new players to freshen up the whole team. Too many players have been there for too long!
"I think Leroy Sane would give United plenty of options on the right and he'd complement Rashford well. Victor Osimhen would inject firepower and goals, and he'd complete my ideal front three.
"Midfield options are needed, but I'm struggling to think of any stand-out names. I feel like Man United have lost their identity in this department over the last 18 months, and I worry about how fragile they look there. I find myself second-guessing the team before each game!"
Josh Holland
Martial update
Anthony Martial has "never" been an option for French side Marseille, according to Fabrizio Romano.
The French striker is facing a period of uncertainty at Old Trafford after entering the final six months of his contract. It's unclear whether he will be penning an extension at the club.
However, according to Romano, Marseille have claimed that negotiations never took place with the striker.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 11, 2024Anthony Martial has never been discussed as an option for Olympique Marseille. Club didn't reject anything as negotiations never took place.
The situation around Martial remains quiet so far.
More: no talks taking place over new deal with Man United. pic.twitter.com/wihOkv0qb3
Josh Holland
Hansen-Aaroen destination
Man United youngster Isak Hansen-Aaroen would be delighted with a move to Atletico Madrid, according to Spanish outlet Fichajes.
The teenager, who is yet to make his competitive debut for the club, sees his current deal expire at the end of the campaign and reports have claimed he could leave this month. Hansen-Aaroen isn't short of suitors, with Atletico keen.
Ajax and Napoli are also keeping tabs on his situation.
Richard Cusack
Sancho latest
Sky Sports report that Jadon Sancho's move to Borussia Dortmund is expected to to go through today. It is claimed that the deal could be worth in excess of £3m depending on Dortmund's season and how many appearances Sancho makes. He is in Germany for a medical and it is highly likely there is an official announcement later today.
Richard Cusack
The latest United rumours and news
We've had a look at the latest Man United transfer rumours and news and the big story of the day is a reported offer of Facundo Pellistri as part of a transfer for Sporting CP's Morten Hjulmand.
It is also being reported that Lille striker Jonathan David, who has been linked with Aston VIlla, is also a target for the Red Devils.
You can read more HERE.
Richard Cusack
Ferguson's direct Benzema tactic
If United decide to make a move for a striker this month, they could cast their eye toward Saudi Arabia with players reportedly keen to leave the country after the mega-money spending spree by its teams in the summer.
Karim Benzema has been linked with a move to Old Trafford with the Real Madrid legend reportdly keen to explore an exit from Saudi despite only moving to Al-Ittihad at the end of last season.
Now, Rio Ferdinand has revealed how Sir Alex Ferguson tried to sign Benzema for the Red Devils.
The first time I played against him, Sir Alex Ferguson wanted to sign him. He was speaking to him in the tunnel after the game and Lyon officials had to pull him away. His movement that day was brilliant.
Read more HERE.
Matthew Holt
Hugill set to join Burton
Manchester United forward Joe Hugill is set to join Burton Albion on loan until the end of the season.
Hugill joined the club from Sunderland back in 2020 and has featured largely for the club's Under-18 and Under-21 teams.
He recently signed a new deal until 2026 and will join the Brewers, according to information relayed by The Athletic.
Richard Cusack
Araujo drops Man United comment
Barcelona star Ronald Araujo has dropped Manchester United into an answer about transfer links.
The centre-back was quizzed about a potential exit from Barca amid talk of a transfer.
United have been linked with a move for the 24 year-old, who has established himself as a key player for Xavi in Catalonia.
There are always rumours that appear in all markets. There was talk in the summer about Manchester United, but I am focused on Barca. And I will always give one hundred percent .
Read more HERE.
Matthew Holt
Sancho arrives in Germany
Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho has reportedly arrived in Germany ahead of his proposed loan switch to Borussia Dortmund.
The England international will join his former club on loan until the end of the season and is expected to complete the move either today or Friday.
Reporters in Germany on Wednesday spotted him arriving via private jet into Dortmund, as we await the latest updates.
BREAKING NEWS: Die #BVB-Rückkehr von Jadon #Sancho ist perfekt! Der Engländer ist soeben in #Dortmund gelandet und wird von BVB-Mitarbeitern direkt vom Rollfeld abgeholt. Medizincheck findet Donnerstag statt. Alle Infos auf https://t.co/xkEWGQqvmF pic.twitter.com/gbGgPpWUq0
— Ruhr Nachrichten BVB (@RNBVB) January 10, 2024
