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Saturday's Manchester United transfer talk news roundup: Jadon Sancho, Alexis Sanchez, Ivan Perisic

Saturday's Man Utd transfer talk: Sancho, Sanchez, Perisic
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Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for Manchester United on Saturday, July 25.

Manchester United must now turn their attention to the summer transfer window having left their business until late in January.

The Red Devils brought in Bruno Fernandes and Odion Ighalo in the final days of the winter window but are still expected to be active in the summer as they aim to restore their former glories.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest news on possible comings and goings from Old Trafford.

Saturday morning's Manchester United transfer talk news roundup:


Roma hint at permanent deal for Manchester United's Chris Smalling

Chris Smalling in action for Roma in November 2019© Reuters

Roma have hinted that they expect to make Chris Smalling's loan deal from Manchester United permanent this summer.

The 30-year-old has spent the entire 2019-20 campaign with the capital outfit so far, but is currently due to return to his parent club after the Serie A season finishes on August 2.

United are unwilling to consider extending that loan spell even for a further month to enable Smalling to play for Roma in the Europa League, but they are open to a permanent deal for the centre-back.

Roma are also eager to make the move permanent and, despite the two clubs still haggling over a transfer fee, the Italian side have hinted that Smalling will still be at the Stadio Olimpico next season by uploading a picture of him wearing the 2020-21 kit.

Smalling has made 34 appearances for Roma across all competitions this season.



Manchester United 'keeping tabs on Lille centre-back Gabriel Magalhaes'

Lille's Gabriel in action in January 2020© Reuters

Manchester United are reportedly keeping close tabs on the situation of Lille defender Gabriel Magalhaes ahead of a possible summer bid.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has made signing a new centre-back one of United's priorities for the summer transfer window as he looks for someone to partner the world's most expensive defender Harry Maguire.

Napoli's Kalidou Koulibaly has regularly been touted as their top target in that area of the pitch, but the Daily Record reports that United now view Gabriel as a much cheaper alternative.

The 22-year-old Brazilian is also wanted by Everton, Inter Milan and Napoli - the latter of whom have identified him as a possible replacement for Koulibaly.

United have reportedly asked to be kept informed of any offers for Gabriel, who is expected to command a fee in excess of €25m (£22.8m).

Gabriel has made 34 appearances for Lille across all competitions this season.


More transfer news from Manchester United:

Manchester United 'refuse Alexis Sanchez, Chris Smalling loan extensions'
Manchester United reportedly rule out the possibility of Alexis Sanchez and Chris Smalling staying with Inter Milan and Roma until the end of the Europa League season. Read more.

Manchester United trying to poach 600-goal Manchester City prospect?
Manchester United are reportedly interested in signing teenager Charlie McNeill, who has rejected a professional contract at Manchester City. Read more.

Manchester United hold talks over Bayern Munich winger Kingsley Coman?
Manchester United are reportedly open to signing Bayern Munich winger Kingsley Coman as an alternative to Borussia Dortmund's Jadon Sancho. Read more.

Leeds United, Everton to move for Manchester United goalkeeper Sergio Romero?
Leeds United and Everton are reportedly contemplating whether to make a move for Manchester United goalkeeper Sergio Romero during the next transfer window. Read more.

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Ivan Perisic in action for Inter Milan on October 7, 2018
Manchester United 'to be offered Ivan Perisic as part of Alexis Sanchez bid'

Inter Milan plan to offer Manchester United the chance to sign Ivan Perisic as part of a move for Alexis Sanchez, according to a report. Read more.

Kalidou Koulibaly refuses to rule out Napoli exit
Napoli centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly, who has been linked with Manchester City, refuses to rule out a move away from his Italian club this summer. Read more.

Barcelona 'plan new Ansu Fati deal amid Manchester United interest'
Barcelona want to sign Ansu Fati to a new contract in order to ward off interest from Manchester United, according to a report. Read more.

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Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho pictured on June 6, 2020
Manchester United 'want five new signings this summer'

Manchester United want to make five new signings during this summer's transfer window, according to a report. Read more.

Sergio Romero 'considering his future at Manchester United'
Sergio Romero could seek a move away from Manchester United this summer, according to a report. Read more.

Manchester United 'put summer transfer plans on hold'
Manchester United reportedly put their transfer plans on hold ahead of attempting to secure Champions League qualification at the weekend. Read more.

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