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Napoli and Bayern keen on Mainoo
There is also interest from Chelsea, West Ham and Everton as the player looks to secure regular first-team football.
“The i Paper has been told the player will prioritise a loan switch next month, after trying and failing to do so in the summer, but a permanent switch cannot be ruled out.
“If United move to block any January exit, given the paucity of other options available to (Ruben) Amorim in the result of an injury to Bruno Fernandes or Casemiro, Mainoo will not push any further and is willing to fight for his place in the team.
“With Africa Cup of Nations absentees leaving a hole in the United squad, there should be further chances in the coming week.
“Clubs across the continent are keeping an eye on the situation. Chelsea, West Ham and Everton are among the Premier League clubs interested in a loan move for Mainoo, while Napoli and Bayern Munich are the current frontrunners from overseas.”
Arsenal face battle for Bouaddi
The 18-year-old is wanted by a host of other sides, including Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester City, Manchester United and Liverpool.
“The north London side are ready to make an offer as soon as next month, according to reports in France. They want to get ahead of their rivals and are prepared to make a €45 million (£39.4m) offer for the French Under-21 international.
“They are not alone in being willing to make such a move, with Chelsea reportedly being willing to pay a similar fee. The Premier League duo are said to be the clubs most advanced for any deal.
“PSG, Manchester City, Manchester United, and Liverpool are also closely monitoring Bouaddi. Lille have no intention of allowing their starlet away on the cheap, however. They have already extended Bouaddi’s contract until 2029 and want a fee in excess of €50m (£43.8m) to consider a departure.”
Man Utd linked with Neves
Al Hilal midfielder Ruben Neves has been linked with a move to Manchester United, reports the Express.
The 28-year-old is in the last year of his contract in the Saudi Pro League, meaning he could be available for £20 million in January.
“He then became a marquee signing for the Saudi Pro League, following fellow countryman Cristiano Ronaldo to the Gulf region. Al Hilal reportedly paid £47 million for the midfielder, who is thought to be one of the top earners in Saudi football. However, with his contract set to expire this summer, a bargain January exit could be on the cards.
“Al Hilal may be willing to accept around £20m for Neves, who reportedly has no intention of renewing his contract. This could make him a more feasible target compared to other midfielders on United’s wish list.”
Al Qadsiah could target McGregor
After appointing Brendan Rodgers as their new manager, Saudi Pro League side Al Qadsiah may move for a Celtic star.
Captain Callum McGregor is a potential target, though the Scottish champions reportedly do not want to sell.
“It would be the second time he’d tried to lure the 32-year-old away having made efforts to sign him for Leicester City in 2019.
“Celtic will fight to keep McGregor even if a money-spinning offer from the Middle East does come his way. The skipper has two-and-a-half years to run on his contract and is unlikely to be in a rush to leave.”
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