Manchester United could have a busy January despite being without a permanent manager. An interim head coach is expected to remain in place until the end of the season, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer expected to take charge. The former United striker spoke on Saturday about his sensational return to Old Trafford, where he previously managed the Red Devils.
It is now increasingly likely that Solskjaer will be given the reins until the end of the campaign. He could oversee a productive January and United are thought to be considering several signings. There is also the possibility of saying goodbye to several players who have been rumored to leave, but it remains to be seen how the winter market will unfold.
Express Sport looks at five players who could be on the move this January…
Possibility of contract
Yann Diomand
United are thought to be eyeing a big move for the RB Leipzig winger, who has emerged as one of the Bundesliga’s most promising young stars.
However, any successful signing will not come cheap, with Leipzig thought to be asking around £83m for Diomande’s signature.
United are not the only club interested in signing him. The likes of Liverpool and Bayern Munich are also thought to be able to test Leipzig’s resolve before the end of the month.
Igor Tyjon
United are likely to sign the Blackburn Rovers striker, who is widely expected to leave Ewood Park before the window closes.
Arsenal have been pursuing Tyjon for more than a year, but United are now thought to be in the race to sign him, with their bids having been rejected on a number of occasions.
The teenage striker rejected a professional contract with Blackburn, giving the Red Devils a chance to pounce.
potential exit
joshua zirkzee
The striker is thought to be aiming to leave in January in order to get more playing time after a difficult season.
The player has been linked with a move to Roma, but reports suggest United have ended talks with the Italian giants. They may decide to keep Zirksee in case of an injury crisis, but it seems clear that he would rather leave.
Coby Mainu
Despite Amorim’s sacking earlier this week, the midfielder’s future remains uncertain. He has not started a Premier League game this season but could be given a breath of fresh air if Solskjaer is appointed to steady the ship.
He may still prefer to leave for regular appearances and a fresh start elsewhere, but his situation is likely to become clearer in the coming weeks.
Gabriele Biancheri
United reportedly gave the youngster the green light to join him on loan from Old Trafford before the close of business in January.
Biancelli, who has been training with United’s first team this season, is reported to have already expressed interest from several EFL clubs.
