Man Utd rivalled by Newcastle for target, Ratcliffe could axe Ten Hag: FootballTransfers recap

Tom Weber

• Updated: 13 Nov 2023 22:41 GMT
• 6 min read

Monday delivered plenty of intriguing news as FootballTransfers was able to reveal that Newcastle will rival Manchester United for the signing of a Premier League star.

Plus, Erik ten Hag could be axed by Sir Jim Ratcliffe and the truth behind Chelsea's interest in Santiago Gimenez has been revealed. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.

Exclusive: Newcastle want Branthwaite

FootballTransfers has been told that Newcastle are eyeing a January move for Everton star and Man Utd target Jarrad Branthwaite.

The Magpies are also after an 'extraordinary' Ruben Neves alternative after the Premier League's plans to ban transfers between associated clubs were revealed.

Ten Hag axed?

Man Utd's win over Luton is only a brief reprieve for under-pressure Erik ten Hag and Premier League legend Robbie Fowler is convinced that Sir Jim Ratcliffe will have no qualms about axing the Dutchman once he comes on board.

One of the names linked with the job won't excite Man Utd fans, however.

Chelsea transfer news

Fabrizio Romano has dismissed reports that Chelsea are interested in Feyenoord sensation Santiago Gimenez.

Reece James, meanwhile, remains committed to the Blues despite Man City's interest.

Man Utd transfer news

Romano has revealed that a European giant enquired about Jadon Sancho recently.

But the Man Utd exile is also among the top January targets for Saudi Pro League clubs.

The Red Devils are battling Man City for an Irish wonderkid that has been compared to Reece James.

Said wonderkid, however, would rather make a name for himself than be compared to someone else.

Transfer news

Finally, let's finish up with some more transfer news from around the world. Jose Mourinho has slammed one of his former Chelsea players for diving.

Barcelona are looking at a former Real Madrid man as a potential bombshell 2024 transfer.

The Blaugrana are also set to receive a massive windfall next year - perhaps thanks to Man Utd.

Real Madrid have been sent a stern warning over Alphonso Davies by Bayern Munich.

Bayern boss Thomas Tuchel has also - albeit jokingly - talked about signing Real target Kylian Mbappe.

Los Blancos don't just want Davies and Mbappe, they also want Xabi Alonso, but the Leverkusen coach won't come cheap.

As if Davies and Alonso weren't enough, the Spanish giants want three more Bundesliga stars too!

Tottenham are plotting a move for a former Chelsea youngster.

Arsenal and Liverpool have joined Man Utd in the pursuit of a wonderkid with a €120m release clause.

David de Gea has been snubbed again and remains a free agent.

Lastly, David Beckham wants Inter Miami to sign three additional players with a Barcelona past to link up with Lionel Messi, Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba.

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