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Ivory CoastMan United Eye Pochettino as Pressure Mounts in Relegation Battle
Manchester United are looking at Mauricio Pochettino as they fight relegation, while several major transfer moves take shape across Europe.
Managerial Changes at Manchester United
Manchester United are sitting in the Premier League relegation zone, and the club could replace manager Michael Carrick. United States head coach Mauricio Pochettino has emerged as a top candidate for the job. Pochettino signed a new contract through 2030 in August, which makes a potential move complicated.
Other names are under consideration as well. Former Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe and former Bayern Munich boss Julian Nagelsmann are both free agents. Both managers are currently on the shortlist for the job at Old Trafford.
Defensive Targets and Scouting Reports
United are planning squad changes in the transfer market. They want to strengthen their defense by signing Nottingham Forest defender Murillo. The 24 year old Brazilian joined Forest from Corinthians in 2023 for around 6 million euros, but his valuation has grown significantly.
The club is also keeping tabs on Manchester City left back Rayan Aït-Nouri. Moving directly between the rival clubs would be a rare deal, as a direct transfer has not happened since 2012. Additionally, scouts watched Atalanta goalkeeper Marco Carnesecchi and Monza striker Gustavo Varela in a recent match. Varela has scored nine goals in 10 Serie A appearances this season.
Star Players and Future Decisions
Lionel Messi will not be leaving Inter Miami anytime soon. Recent reports linked the 39 year old forward with a return to Newell's Old Boys in Argentina, but his contract runs until 2028. He is set to remain in Major League Soccer for the next two years before considering other options.
In England, Liverpool are watching defender options. Ronald Araújo is currently on loan at Liverpool from Barcelona. The deal includes a 55 million euro purchase clause, but the player wants to wait until the end of the season before making a final decision. Meanwhile, Kostas Tsimikas is expected to leave Liverpool when his contract expires next summer.
European Market Updates
Other Premier League clubs are preparing for active transfer windows. Crystal Palace sit bottom of the table with seven points from 10 games. Thomas Frank is a leading candidate to take over if manager Pierre Sage is dismissed during the international break.
Napoli will listen to offers for attacking midfielder Kevin De Bruyne in January as he enters the final months of his deal. Meanwhile, Lens defender Ismaelo Ganiou has drawn interest from Tottenham, Chelsea, PSG, and Manchester City after making 37 senior appearances for the French side.
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