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Busy day ahead at Old Trafford?published at 08:17 30 August
08:17 30 August
Simon Stone Chief football news reporter
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I am expecting Scott McTominay's move to Napoli to be confirmed, which would allow Manuel Ugarte's switch to Manchester United from Paris St-Germain to be concluded.
The really interesting narrative is around Jadon Sancho.
Juventus are keen on the England man, as are Chelsea.
United have been keen to stress any deal will be done on their terms. But is that just posturing? And could Raheem Sterling move north from Chelsea to allow Sancho to go there?
I don't think anyone can say for certain how this is going to play out.
What needs to happen by deadline - the fans' verdictpublished at 07:40 30 August
07:40 30 August
We asked what you have made of Manchester United's transfer window so far, and what needs to be done on deadline day.
Here are some of your comments:
LUHG: Buy Ivan Toney! It's a no-brainer. We need someone to put away all the chances we are making. For the price, it’s crazy we are not looking at a proven Premier League goalscorer.
David: If we are considering Raheem Sterling, why not go the whole hog and buy Toney? We don't need any more wingers, but our centre-forward is still unproven.
Robert: United definitely need another striker. The Brighton game showed that when Hojlund is not available we just can't put games to bed. Even when he is available, he is still learning his trade. Symptom of poor planning for many years.
Sam: We need the Sterling-Sancho deal through. Jadon won't play any better if he's still got the tension with Ten Hag. He's better than Antony and Rashford and we do need a winger with a name for himself.
Christopher: It is the same old issue at United. Whoever is in charge, it is a question of whose team is this? It has been created by many minds and mindsets and no set system of play or philosophy is in place. We can buy whoever but until a strong manager is in place no purchase will be relevant.
Sharky: I am really pleased with the transfers United have made so far this season - especially once Ugarte is complete. I would also like to see a new striker like Toney because I still see goalscoring a problem area. I believe this squad could then takes us back into the Champions League and possibly another cup win.
Follow all the drama unfold as the clock ticks downpublished at 07:03 30 August
07:03 30 August
Here's all you need to know about transfer deadline day on Friday...
When does the window close?
The transfer window will close at 23:00 BST on Friday, 30 August for the Premier League, English Football League and Scotland.
The date was brought forward by the domestic leagues to align with European leagues.
Across Europe, the Bundesliga window will close at 19:00, Ligue 1 at 22:00, La Liga at 22:59 and Serie A at 23:00, but the Saudi Pro League transfer window remains open until 7 September.
Can a Premier League player signed on deadline day play this weekend?
Under league rules, new signings are eligible for the next Premier League game if the club submit the required documents by midday on the last working day before that match.
So any player signed after 12:00 on deadline day would be unable to play in this round of Premier League fixtures.
Where can I see all the confirmed transfer deals on deadline day?
Clubs will be able to make transfers again from Wednesday, 1 January until Monday, 3 February at 23:00 GMT. This is the same in Germany, Italy, Spain and France.
How can I follow transfer deadline day on the BBC?
You will also find regular updates on BBC Radio 5 Live and breaking news across BBC Sport's social media channels, including X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, Instagram and TikTok.
There will also be a special edition of The Football News Show on BBC iPlayer and the Red Button from 22:00 until 23:15.
Gossip: Chelsea close in on Sanchopublished at 06:41 30 August
06:41 30 August
Chelsea are edging closer to a deal for Jadon Sancho but have informed Manchester United of two conditions needed for them to take the winger off their hands. (Teamtalk), external
Mount expected to miss four to five weekspublished at 16:37 29 August
16:37 29 August
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Manchester United midfielder Mason Mount is likely to be out for between four and five weeks with a hamstring injury.
The 25-year-old started three consecutive games for United this season, but was substituted at half-time against Brighton last weekend.
Mount is expected to miss the start of United's Europa League campaign, which starts on 25 or 26 September. The draw will be made on Friday, 30 August.
Writing on social media, Mount said: "I've had it checked and it looks like I'll be out for a few games. Leading up to and during pre-season, I worked hard to get my fitness back to where it needs to be and I felt re-energised, sharp and ready.
"I wanted you to hear it directly from me how frustrated I am, as I expect you are too. I will do everything possible to be back in the best shape and help the team."
England squad announced for September gamespublished at 14:20 29 August
14:20 29 August
Interim head coach Lee Carsley has named his first England squad for September's Nations League games against the Republic of Ireland and Finland.
Newcastle defender Tino Livramento, Nottingham Forest's Morgan Gibbs-White, Lille's Angel Gomes and Chelsea's Noni Madueke are the four new caps named.
Deadline day - a fan's takepublished at 13:03 29 August
When is the Carabao Cup third-round draw?published at 12:20 28 August
12:20 28 August
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The draw for the third round of the Carabao Cup will take place on Wednesday at the conclusion of the second-round tie between Nottingham Forest and Newcastle United.
The seven English clubs involved in European competitions this season, including holders Liverpool, will enter at the third-round stage.
Ties will take place on weeks commencing 16 and 23 September.
Because there are rounds of Champions League and Europa League fixtures also scheduled for those two midweeks, the six clubs involved in those competitions - Manchester City, Arsenal, Liverpool, Aston Villa, Tottenham and Manchester United - will be kept apart to ensure they can fulfil their Carabao Cup tie in the alternate midweek to their European fixture.
Those six clubs will take part in a pre-draw before Forest v Newcastle to decide if they will be at home or away in the third round, with a main draw determining the 16 ties later in the evening.
Should Chelsea progress to the next phase of the Conference League, they will not be in action in that competition again until the start of October.
'It's been an honour to represent this incredible club'published at 10:56 28 August
10:56 28 August
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Hannibal Mejbri has said goodbye to Manchester United fans as he has left the club to join Championship side Burnley.
The 21-year-old joined United in 2019, but only made 13 appearances for the club. He scored one goal - which came in a 3-1 loss at home to Brighton.
He said on social media, external: "It has been an honour to represent this incredible club for the last five years.
"I leave with so many special memories. Making my debut, scoring at Old Trafford and representing United in the Champions League.
"I'll be forever grateful to the many staff and players who have helped me develop as a player and grow from a boy to the man that I am today."
'Tenacious' Ugarte could be 'tremendous' for Unitedpublished at 08:28 28 August
08:28 28 August
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French football expert Matt Spiro says midfielder Manuel Ugarte "could be a tremendous" player and signing for Manchester United.
The Old Trafford club have agreed a fee of £42.3m for the 23-year-old - a deal that includes a potential £8.5m in additional payments.
"They are signing a very tenacious midfielder," said Spiro on BBC Radio 5 Live's Football Daily podcast. "He is a young man who is going to be really determined, having lost his way a little bit in the second half of last season at Paris St-Germain.
"According to reports in France, PSG had been looking to move him on, which is surprising as he was seen as an excellent signing when he joined last summer.
"If they [United] are getting the player that we saw in the first weeks or first couple of months at PSG, then he is going to be absolutely tremendous. In terms of adapting to the Premier League - his physicality, and his ability to read the game and make tackles - he could be a tremendous player.
"He sits in front of the defence and plays as a number six because he does not bring that much to a team going forward. It will be interesting to see what happens in regards of Casemiro because he does play in that defensive role."
Ugarte 'what United have been lacking' - but who replaces McTominay's goals?published at 17:29 27 August
17:29 27 August
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Gaz Drinkwater and Jay Motty have been discussing Manchester United's transfer business on BBC Radio Manchester's latest The Devils' Advocate podcast.
The club have agreed a £42m deal to bring in Uruguay midfielder Manuel Ugarte from Paris St-Germain and Motty thinks the 23-year-old would be "an exciting signing".
"He's someone we need. We know we needed reinforcements in midfield. I don't think we can rely on Casemiro, though he does always have a decent start to the season. We saw how he struggled last season and you get the impression he is on the decline.
"We need a ball-winner and [Ugarte] does seem to be that guy. He seems to be someone who will get hold of the ball and stick his foot in.
"He's quite renowned for interceptions and breaking up play - that is what United have been lacking."
On his potential departure, Drinkwater said: "I'm a little bit gutted about it. He's one of those players we might realise what we've lost when he's not at the club.
"When you are chasing a game, which Manchester United have been many times in the past year or so, having McTominay come on to the pitch is fantastic. He causes all sorts of chaos.
"I don't think there are many better players arriving late into the box and getting on the end with headers than him. He scored a lot of goals, more than 10 goals last season.
"To lose that from the squad, you have to ask the question where are those 10 goals going to come from now?"
Motty agreed that McTominay is a valuable squad player, but believes it might be time for the club to carry on without him.
"As a substitute he's a great option, but if we are going to move forward then perhaps we need to move him on," he said.
"If we weren't battling these PSR rules I think you'd probably keep him."
Could Ugarte be a 'perfect signing'?published at 16:05 27 August
16:05 27 August
We asked for your views on Manuel Ugarte, who looks set to join Manchester United before the transfer window closes.
Here are some of your comments:
Robert: Good defensive midfielder who will have a huge impact on the style of play. Straight replacement for Casemiro and ideal partner for Kobbie Mainoo. Looking forward to seeing Manuel as United’s defensive destroyer.
John: We'll have to wait and see how he manages to adapt to the team and league... a level or two up from France.
Greg: Ugarte is the perfect signing for United. He will give the midfield the 'teeth' it has lacked under various managers. Sir Alex always had a tenacious player in midfield - Bryan Robson, Roy Keane and Nicky Butt to name a few. Ugarte fits the description, he will provide protection to defence allowing Mainoo to create and support the forwards
Mark: Could be a good signing - but might not be. His ball retention stats aren't great although he's good at winning the ball. Similar to Amrabat.
John: In terms of finding a suitable partner for Mainoo he ticks all the boxes. He offers a good protection to the defence and is very good at tackling and turning over possession. I think his physicality is perfectly suited to the Premier League.
Charles: Ugarte at 23, with plenty of games already at the highest level, is the ideal replacement for Casemiro in the near future and suits the game model that we are using currently, where pressing, tackles and interceptions are much needed from our defensive midfielder.
🎧 Ugarte in, McTominay out?published at 15:29 27 August
15:29 27 August
The latest episode of BBC Radio Manchester's The Devils' Advocate podcast has arrived.
Gaz Drinkwater and Jay Motty discuss United's loss at Brighton and look ahead to what could be a busy week of transfer activity.
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