Manchester United are preparing for a busy January transfer window with potential new signings and certain departures as Ruben Amorim continues to rebuild.
The January transfer window looks set to be a busy one for Manchester United. However, unlike in summer, it is the outing activities that attract the most attention.
It’s been a year since Ruben Amorim took over, and the composition of the Red Devils has already changed significantly. Several players signed by the former manager have moved on, but many more remain on the shortlist.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe infamously put virtually all of his players up for sale in the summer, with names such as Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho and Anthony leaving the team. With United yet to find stability in the Premier League, club leaders are open to hauling away dead wood to fund their ongoing rebuild.
A number of academy players are also waiting at the exit door ahead of their possible departure. Players already on loan may also be transferred.
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joshua zirkzee
The most likely transfer ahead of the window opening is Joshua Zirkzee, who could soon become a Roma player. The Athletic reports that a loan with an obligation to buy offer is being considered through an intermediary and that United are currently considering it.
Dutch representative Zirkzee has joined Roma and aims to participate in next summer’s World Cup, so his personal conditions are not expected to be a problem. However, negotiations between the clubs regarding the 24-year-old have yet to take place.
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Tyrell Malasia
Although he has not played yet this season, it seems only a matter of time before Tyrell Malasia leaves Old Trafford. A lengthy injury layoff effectively ruined the Dutch left-back’s United career.
Malasia, 26, spent the second half of last season on loan at PSV Eindhoven but did not make the move permanent. His contract with United expires in June.
toby collier
Toby Collier has been officially recalled by United and is expected to be loaned out for the second time this season once he recovers from a calf injury. The 21-year-old midfielder is a regular at West Bromwich Albion and recently returned to Old Trafford for treatment.
However, even if he returns to fitness, Collier will not return to the Hawthorns. The former Brighton candidate will instead make another temporary move.
harry amas
One player who could remain at the same loan club is Harry Amass. The 18-year-old left-back joined Sheffield Wednesday in the first half of the season and has been a rare bright spot at struggling Hillsborough.
Amas’ performances have also attracted attention from other Championship clubs. Wednesday hopes to extend his stay until the end of the campaign in a bid to avoid relegation.
Diego Leon
Diego Leon, who signed for United in July in a deal worth up to £7 million, has only played for the academy after making first-team appearances during pre-season. The Paraguayan left-back is still adapting to English football, so a loan would make sense.
However, although he is only 18 years old, United may wait until next season to give Leon a first-team opportunity elsewhere at Old Trafford. In October, the teenager was called up to the first team for Paraguay for the first time, making his debut against South Korea and showing how highly regarded he is after making his name at Cerro Porteno.
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