The summer transfer window is closed for the major leagues in Europe. However, with an eye on January, there’s plenty of gossip swirling about who’s moving where. Transfer Talk brings you all the latest buzz on rumours, comings, goings and, of course, done deals!
TOP STORY: Man United pull back on Leao as needs change amid Ronaldo exit
Manchester United have cooled their interest in winger Rafael Leao as they look for a new striker instead, as per Florian Plettenberg.
The winger has been linked with a move to Old Trafford in recent weeks, however it is now believed that Erik ten Hag & Co. have turned their attention to recruiting a striker in January after terminating the contract of Cristiano Ronaldo. Currently, United can only call upon Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial as their two main strikers, showcasing the lack of depth the Red Devils have up front.
Martial has suffered with injury problems and general inconsistent performances in the last few years, and whilst Rashford has shown signs he can lead the line for ten Hag, reinforcements are needed going forward if the Premier League giants are to cement a top-four spot.
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With an increased focus on strikers, interest in Leao looks to have declined, as United can currently boast Jadon Sancho, Anthony Elanga, Antony and Alejandro Garnacho as their wide options.
An array of forwards have been linked with a move to Manchester United since Ronaldo’s departure, with Memphis Depay believed to be one option that United are considering currently.
Depay left United in 2017, after two years with the club, and has since found form at Lyon and now Barcelona. Cody Gakpo is another name linked with a move, with the PSV forward enduring a purple patch this season, that has seen him net 13 times so far this season.
