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Thursday's Premier League transfer talk news roundup: Facundo Pellistri, Cristiano Ronaldo, Arnau Puigmal

Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for the Premier League on Thursday, November 12.

Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest transfer news in the Premier League on Thursday, November 12.

Thursday morning's Premier League transfer talk news roundup:


Manchester United 'have high hopes for Amad Diallo, Facundo Pellistri'

General view of Manchester United's Old Trafford taken August 2018© Reuters

Manchester United are reportedly confident that Amad Diallo and Facundo Pellistri will eventually become key players at Old Trafford.

While United missed out on Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho during the summer transfer window, the Premier League giants moved to seal deals for Diallo and Pellistri.

Although the pair are not expected to be thrown into the first-team picture over the next six months, Manchester Evening News journalist Tyrone Marshall has acknowledged that much is expected of the teenagers.

Speaking during a Q&A, Marshall said: "United have very high hopes for both players, but right now they're not the right-wingers needed for the first team.

"Pellestri has only just arrived and Diallo doesn't arrive until January, it's too much to expect either to come in and start making an impact on the first team.

"In the next 12 to 24 months perhaps they could do that, but whether they can reach Sancho's level is difficult to say."

Solskjaer has used Mason Greenwood, Daniel James and Juan Mata on the right flank this season.



Manchester United 'in talks over Cristiano Ronaldo return'

Cristiano Ronaldo celebrates scoring for Juve on August 7, 2020© Reuters

Manchester United have reportedly contacted Cristiano Ronaldo with the view to re-signing the Portugal international during next summer's transfer window.

The 35-year-old's existing deal with Juventus is due to run until June 2022, but the Italian champions are allegedly keen to offload the attacker next summer to reduce the wage bill.

Paris Saint-Germain have been strongly linked with the forward, but according to FOX Sports journalist Christian Martin, United are in talks with the Portuguese over a return, and Juve would be prepared to negotiate with the 20-time English champions.

"Our sources in Manchester and Porto confirm that Manchester United tempted Cristiano Ronaldo with a return to the club for next season. The Portuguese star is considering it. Juventus will negotiate a deal if Ronaldo asks for it," Martin posted on Twitter.

Ronaldo turned out for United between 2003 and 2009, scoring 118 goals in 292 appearances, winning three Premier League titles, one FA Cup and one Champions League in the process.

The five-time Ballon d'Or winner has scored 71 times in 94 appearances for Juve since arriving from Real Madrid, including six goals in five outings in all competitions this term.


More transfer news from Premier League:

Arsenal 'could move for Danilo D'Ambrosio in January'
Arsenal could move for Inter Milan defender Danilo D'Ambrosio in January, according to a report. Read more.

Barcelona keen on Manchester United youngster Arnau Puigmal?
Barcelona are reportedly keen on signing Manchester United youngster Arnau Puigmal, who has formerly represented Spanish rivals Espanyol. Read more.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 'gives blessing for Manchester United to sell Paul Pogba'
Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba will be given the chance to leave the club at the end of the campaign, according to a report. Read more.

Daniel James to leave Manchester United on loan in January?
Manchester United could allow Daniel James to leave the club on loan at the start of 2021, according to a report. Read more.

Jesse Lingard heading for Manchester United exit in January?
Manchester United could sell Jesse Lingard during the January transfer window, according to a report. Read more.

Arsenal 'to miss out on Dominik Szoboszlai'
RB Leipzig are reportedly in pole position to complete a deal for Red Bull Salzburg midfielder Dominik Szoboszlai, who has also been linked with Arsenal. Read more.

Manchester United 'ready to move for Dayot Upamecano next summer'
Manchester United will move for RB Leipzig centre-back Dayot Upamecano next summer, according to a report. Read more.

Tottenham Hotspur 'considering Marcel Sabitzer move'
Tottenham Hotspur reportedly identify RB Leipzig midfielder Marcel Sabitzer as a potential replacement for Dele Alli. Read more.

Arsenal to rival Manchester United for Hakan Calhanoglu?
Arsenal could battle Manchester United for AC Milan attacker Hakan Calhanoglu, according to a report. Read more.

Bayern Munich 'make transfer decision on David Alaba'
Bayern Munich are not prepared to sell David Alaba during the winter transfer window, according to a report. Read more.

Ronald Koeman 'wants to shift Carles Alena, Riqui Puig in January'
Carles Alena and Riqui Puig could both be allowed to leave Barcelona in January, according to a report. Read more.

Arsenal to renew interest in RB Leipzig midfielder Christopher Nkunku?
Arsenal are reportedly ready to renew their interest in RB Leipzig midfielder Christopher Nkunku during the January transfer window. Read more.

Jamie Carragher: 'Manchester United should be looking to sell Paul Pogba'
Jamie Carragher urges Manchester United to sell unsettled midfielder Paul Pogba as soon as possible. Read more.

Georginio Wijnaldum coy on potential new deal with Liverpool
Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum refuses to provide an update on his current contract situation. Read more.

Shkodran Mustafi's father hints at exit for Arsenal defender
The father of Shkodran Mustafi hints that the Arsenal defender is happy to assess his options at the end of his contract in 2021. Read more.

Inter Milan to rival Liverpool for Ajax defender Perr Schuurs?
Inter Milan reportedly emerge as potential rivals to Liverpool in the race to sign Ajax defender Perr Schuurs. Read more.

Manchester United 'are admirers of Moussa Dembele'
A report claims that Lyon forward Moussa Dembele remains on Manchester United's radar, despite going 10 games without a goal for Lyon this season. Read more.

Bayer Leverkusen 'lining up move for Arsenal's Sead Kolasinac'
Bayer Leverkusen are reportedly ready to revive their interest in Sead Kolasinac and are considering a January bid for the out-of-favour Arsenal full-back. Read more.

Chelsea 'rejected Tottenham Hotspur, Everton bids for Kurt Zouma'
Chelsea reportedly rejected offers from Everton and London rivals Tottenham Hotspur for Kurt Zouma during the summer transfer window. Read more.

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