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The January transfer window is only a matter of weeks away from opening for just 31 days as clubs start to plan out their potential business midway through the season.
have a new manager at the helm in and the Red Devils coach could be tempted to enter into the market to add some players to his squad, with United languishing in 13th in the table. Likewise, might be forced to break his usual tradition and bring in reinforcements after poor start to the season.
League leaders will be focused on finding contract agreements for their star trio Virgil van Dijk, and . It is not out of the question that title contenders and make improvements to their squad despite spending big in the summer, with a striker on both clubs’ wishlists.
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Liverpool and Chelsea battle for £11m starlet
and are set for a transfer tug-of-war in January as the two clubs battle it out to sign one of Europe’s top defensive talents.
According to the Belgian outlet , the Reds are keen on Club Brugge centre-back Joel Ordonez after watching the 20-year-old impress over the past few seasons.
But the Ecuador defender is also on ‘s radar, with the Blues known for splashing out to recruit young talent. It is believed Ordonez could be available for £11m.
When asked about a potential move, Ordonez said: “The , I would like that.”
Man Utd first Amorim signing confirmed
have completed the signing of teenage starlet Emmanuel Ziro.
The 16-year-old has confirmed that he has put pen to paper on a deal with the Red Devils, joining from London-based Cre8tive Football Academy.
Confirming his move on , he wrote: “Firstly, I would like to thank my family for all their love, support and encouragement throughout the years.
“For as long as I can remember I’ve had a ball at my feet and enjoy the game of football. I now have the opportunity to continue doing that at the biggest club in the world, as well as the team I support.
“I look forward to continuing my journey playing for and would like to thank everyone that has contributed to my development up until now especially @cre8tive.football. You guys are my family and I thank you for everything you have done for me up.”
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