manchester united current transfer news

Manchester United kickstart their new Premier League campaign when they host Arsenal on Sunday. Ruben Amorim’s side had a mixed pre-season, winning two and drawing three of their five fixtures, finishing off with a 1-1 stalemate against Fiorentina last Saturday.

But now United’s full focus turns to competitive action, with Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal first up at Old Trafford. The Reds could have a number of new faces on show, with Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha poised to start after arriving from Brentford and Wolves this summer.

Meanwhile, Benjamin Sesko is expected to be involved in the United squad following his blockbuster move from RB Leipzig. The 22-year-old might have to settle for a place on the bench after having limited time with the rest of his teammates, but Amorim may throw him into the XI.

While United’s immediate attention is on the return of the Premier League, the Reds still have work to do in the transfer market. Several players are expected to leave United before the end of the summer, while one or two may still arrive to strengthen the squad.

Sancho bid

Roma have submitted an official bid to United to sign Jadon Sancho, according to Fabrizio Romano. The Serie A side have offered £20million to United for the 25-year-old’s services.

Roma are also open to a loan to buy deal for Sancho, should that be United’s preference. The Reds, however, are keen to offload the England international on a permanent basis.

Gian Piero Gasperini’s men are in contact with both Sancho and Aston Villa’s Leon Bailey, as they look to strengthen out wide before the end of the summer. Sancho, meanwhile, has ‘opened the doors’ to a move to Roma and is prepared to make the switch to Italy for the next step of his career.

Hojlund Premier League lifeline

Fulham are showing ‘tentative interest’ in signing United forward Rasmus Hojlund, according to the Daily Mail. Marco Silva’s side are weighing up a move for the Denmark international as Rodrigo Muniz is the subject to offers from Serie A side Atalanta.

AC Milan have been in talks with United for Hojlund and have offered a £4.5million loan fee with an option to buy for £39m. However, the 22-year-old has made it clear that he wants to fight for his place at Old Trafford, despite the arrival of Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig last week.