Man Utd transfer news LIVE: Jadon Sancho ‘loan EXIT’, Van de Beek new club CONFIRMED, Barcelona eye Greenwood EXCLUSIVE

Greenwood sent off for EIGHT-MAN Getafe

Manchester United loanee Mason Greenwood was one of THREE Getafe players sent off in tonight's home LaLiga clash with Rayo Vallecano.

The forward got a straight red for dissent just after half time with Getafe 2-0 down.

After appealing for a foul, Greenwood appeared to shout at the referee. The official then immediately showed him a red card and pointed to the dugout.

Greenwood's dismissal saw Getafe go down to nine men.

Juanmi Latasa was sent off in the 40th minute after a second yellow card.

Getafe then went down to eight midway through the second half when Damian Suarez saw red.

But they have somehow stopped Vallecano adding any more goals.

Varane vs Maguire stats as Frenchman heads out

Raphael Varane is poised to leave Old Trafford on a free transfer this summer - but how do his stats compare with fellow Manchester United centre-back Harry Maguire.

The Red Devils have rejected the chance to trigger a 12-month extension, meaning Varane is now free to negotiate a pre-contract agreement with foreign clubs this month.

Since the start of 2021-22, the Frenchman has played 79 for United, compared to Maguire's 85.

He has registered a higher percentage of passing accuracy, more clearances, a higher rate of aerial success and a higher rate of duel success than his United counterpart.

Varane has also conceded fewer fouls and fewer goals than the England international at club level.

He has made NO errors leading to goals, while Maguire has made two.

However, the ex-Leicester hero stands out in some key areas.

The £80million man has made more tackles, more interceptions and has won possession more times than his French team-mate.

And most importantly, Maguire has a better win percentage with 59% compared to Varane's 53%.

West San Utd?

Jadon Sancho is a January target for West Ham, according to reports.

The Manchester United winger has been strongly linked with a move away from Old Trafford this month.

Sancho remains banished from the first-team squad, with the Red Devils looking to offload the outcast during the current window.

The 23-year-old has not played for United since August after his public falling out with Erik ten Hag.

With the transfer window now open again, multiple clubs are monitoring Sancho's situation, report the Daily Mail.

West Ham are said to be amongst those clubs, although David Moyes is reluctant to take him on loan.

Borussia Dortmund, Juventus and RB Leipzig have all been linked with Sancho in recent weeks.

Spurs set to beat Arsenal and United to Radu

Tottenham are expected to fend off Arsenal and Manchester United to sign Genoa centre-back Radu Dragusin.

Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano Spurs have agreed personal terms to with the13-cap Romanian.

Dragusin, 21, joined Genoa permanently from Juventus in January 2023 following a successful loan spell.

'Red Devils vs Chelsea for Todibo'

Chelsea are now competing alongside Manchester United to sign Nice defender Jean-Clair Todibo, a report claims.

But Premier League rivals Tottenham have pulled out of the race to sign the French centre-back.

Chelsea are desperate to recruit a new centre-back as Mauricio Pochettino is looking to bolster his defensive options amid the club's injury crisis.

Wesley Fofana and Trevoh Chalobah are both currently sidelined, while full-backs Reece James, Marc Cucurella and Ben Chilwell are all out of action with injuries. 

According to reporter Fabrizio Romano, the Blues have joined United in the race to sign 23-year-old Todibo.

But he also suggests a potential deal between Spurs and the Ligue 1 club for the player has "collapsed".

Manchester United in negotiations with Cameroon

Manchester United are in negotiations with Cameroon over Andre Onana joining up with the Cameroon squad.

The Red Devils want the goalkeeper to be available for Tottenham's visit to Old Trafford.

But, Cameroon want the keeper to join up with the rest of the squad now so negotiations are ongoing.

United to offer youngster new contract

Manchester United will offer youngster Shola Shoretire a new contract according to the Manchester Evening News.

United want to protect the academy product's value before sending him out on loan in search of first-team experience.

A permanent departure after the new contract also cannot be ruled out according to the report.

Ratcliffe arrives at Old Trafford

INEOS directors Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Jean-Claude Blanc have arrived at Old Trafford to discuss strategy.

They have already made their fist move of the window, sending left-back Sergio Reguilon back to Spurs after finding him surplus to requirements.

More on Reguilon's loan termination

David Ornstein has expanded on United's reasoning for ending Reuilon's loan, saying: "With Luke Shaw back to fitness and Tyrell Malacia also nearing a return — coupled with fewer games upcoming during the second half of the season following the club’s Champions League and Carabao Cup exits — the decision has been made to end the move.

Reguilon played 12 times for Manchester United this season.

Reguilon returns to Spurs

Sergio Reguilon has had his loan cut short by Manchester United and will re-join Tottenham according to David Ornstein.

The Red Devils had a January break clause and have opted to activate it.

It is unlikely that the Spaniard will be a part of Postecoglou's plans.

Lingard lifeline

Former Manchester United midfielder Jesse Lingard is set to be offered a lifeline by Everton - according to TalkSPORT.

Lingard has been without a club since he was let go by Nottingham Forest this summer.

But Sean Dyche is a fan of the midfielder, and needs bodies in as he attempts to keep Everton in the Premier League following their ten point deduction.

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Sancho exit plan

Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho could move to West Ham in January, according to The Telegraph.

The winger has been exiled from United's squad since September after publicly criticising Erik ten Hag.

A stumbling block for West Ham would be Sancho's high wages which could see United subsidise any deal.

It's not the first time West Ham have been in for a United outcast as they took Jesse Lingard on loan in January 2021.

They were also heavily interested in Harry Maguire and Scott McTominay this summer.

De Jong on Manchester United links

Frenkie de Jong has remained tight lipped on rumours linking him with Manchester United.

A reporter said to him: Your 5th season at Barcelona, your club, your city.

“But #mufc is still there, always interested. A new league could bring you new impulses, right?”

de Jong replied: “Possibly. But I am very satisfied at Barcelona. It’s always difficult to say. For now I feel good here.”

Wayne Rooney on his sacking

Wayne Rooney has said it will take "some time" to get over his Birmingham City sacking.

He said in a statement: "I would like to thank Tom Wagner, Tom Brady and Garry Cook for the opportunity to manage Birmingham City FC and the support they all gave me during my short period with the club.

"Football is a results business – and I recognise they have not been at the level I wanted them to be. However, time is the most precious commodity a manager requires and I do not believe 13 weeks was sufficient to oversee the changes that were needed.

"Personally, it will take me some time to get over this setback. I have been involved in professional football, as either a player or manager, since I was 16. Now, I plan to take some time with my family as I prepare for the next opportunity in my journey as a manager.

"Finally, I wish Birmingham City FC and its owners my best wishes in the pursuit of their ambitions.

Wayne Rooney sacked

Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has been sacked from his post as Birmingham City manager.

The manager won just two of his 15 games in charge of Birmingham, taking them from sixth to 20th in the Championship.

Rooney lasted just 83 days as Blues boss.

United enquire over Timo Werner

Manchester United have contacted RB Leipzig over signing Timo Werner according to The Athletic.

The forward has not been in the first XI this season and Leipzig are open to the forward leaving the club.

United want to bolster their attacking options to have a second option to Rasmus Hojlund.

Devils plot Bayern swoop

Manchester United are reportedly ready to launch moves for two Bayern Munich players.

United have sent scouts to watch Thomas Muller and Eric Maxim Choupo Moting as they look to bolster their frontline according to The Athletic.

United open talks with Todibo

Manchester United have opened talks with Nice over centre-back Jean Clair Todibo, according to The Daily Mail.

The French international has also attracted interest from Tottenham but have an advantage given Sir Jim Ratcliffe owns both clubs.

He is available for around £30million.

United open to new Varane deal

Manchester United are open to offering Raphael Varane a new deal according to TalkSPORT.

The deal would have to be on reduced terms, however.

Varane is attracting interest from the Saudi League this January with both Al-Ittihad and Al-Nassr interested in the player.

Official - Van de Beek joins Frankfurt on loan

Manchester United midfielder Donny van de Beek has officially joined Eintracht Frankfurt on loan.

The midfielder may have played his final game for United as the loan has an option to buy.

It is understood that fee will be in the region of £9.5million – with add-ons potentially seeing it rise to £12m.

That would be around a £30m loss for United on the playmaker who joined from Ajax for £40m in 2020.

The Netherlands international has opted to wear the No25 shirt at the Deutsche Bank Park.

Varane attracting Saudi interest

Manchester United’s Raphael Varane is attracting interest from the Saudi League, according to reports.

Ben Jacobs reports that both Al-Ittihad and Cristiano Ronaldo’s Al-Nassr want the defender.

Varane has slipped down the pecking order at United and the club would be willing to cash in on the 30-year-old.