OLE GUNNAR SOLSKJAER is set to hold transfer summit talks today over his January plans. The Manchester United boss will take training at Carrington ahead of his side’s FA Cup clash with Wolves tomorrow. He will then hold discussions with No2 Mike Phelan, chief Ed Woodward and head negotiator Matt Judge on the phone. It […]
OLE GUNNAR SOLSKJAER is set to hold transfer summit talks today over his January plans.
The Manchester United boss will take training at Carrington ahead of his side’s FA Cup clash with Wolves tomorrow.
He will then hold discussions with No2 Mike Phelan, chief Ed Woodward and head negotiator Matt Judge on the phone.
It is understood the Red Devils manager will focus on his alternative options to Erling Haaland.
United were closing in on a deal for the 19-year-old before he decided to join Borussia Dortmund instead.
A number of targets have already been looked at, including 23-year-old Moussa Dembele at Lyon.
The ex-Celtic ace would like a move to the Premier League, but the French giants are reluctant to sell with Chelsea also keen.
It is believed a creative midfielder is also on the forefront of their minds, with Leicester star James Maddison their No1 target.
Jack Grealish at Aston Villa is an option, while scouts have also looked at Norwich’s Todd Cantwell.
Meanwhile, Newcastle’s Matt Longstaff and Juventus midfielder Emre Can are on their long-list.
It is understood a full-back is being looked at, with Luke Shaw struggling to fulfil his promise at Old Trafford.
Both Barcelona’s Nelson Semedo and Foxes defender Ricardo Pereira are potentials in that position.
Wantaway Paul Pogba’s future will also be on the agenda, with his future at Old Trafford all but over.
SunSport exclusively told today how United and the Frenchman are desperate to part ways.
His team-mates are convinced there is no way back for the 26-year-old, as he fears the club are three-years behind rivals Liverpool and City.
