Nemanja Vidic

15. Nemanja Vidic

Birthdate:	21 Oct 1981
Birthplace:	Uzice, Serbia
Position:	Defender
Appearances	287
Goals Scored	20
Joined United:	05 Jan 2006
United Debut:	25 Jan 2006 v Blackburn (H)
International:	Serbia (retired)

 

Tall, uncompromising and solid as a rock: Nemanja Vidic is the epitome of what a Manchester United captain should aspire to.
Relentless in the tackle and formidable in the air, the Serbian powerhouse has become one of the Premier League’s most-feared defenders and a key factor in United's recent silverware haul.
Vida, as he's affectionately known, began his career with boyhood club Red Star Belgrade, joining their youth programme at 14. His first-team debut didn't arrive until 2001 but he went on to make 22 appearances in his first season.

His stay with Red Star ended with a domestic league and cup double before switching to Russian outfit Spartak Moscow in August 2004. Just 39 games and four goals later, United came calling and the Reds announced his signing on Christmas Day, 2005.
Without a game in two months, due to the Russian season's early climax, Nemanja took some time to shine but after finding his feet, began to show his unquestionable class. Unfortunately, a collarbone injury sustained at the end of March 2007 kept him out of the title run-in, but his performances had already inspired a rousing song from the fans.

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Javier Hernandez ( Chicharito )

14. Javier Hernandez

Birthdate:	01 Jun 1988
Birthplace:	Guadalajara, Mexico
Position:	Striker
Appearances	139
Goals Scored	56
Joined United:	01 Jul 2010
United Debut:	08 Aug 2010 v Chelsea (N)
International:	Mexico

 

Javier 'Chicharito' Hernandez enjoyed a wonderful maiden season for United in 2010/11, scoring 20 goals in all competitions and terrorising defences with his pace and movement.
Adored in his native Mexico, it wasn't long before he also became a fans' favourite in the UK, thanks to his footballing ability, friendly demeanour and dedicated professionalism.
Chicha completed his move to Old Trafford in July 2010, becoming United’s first Mexican player. He joined from hometown club Chivas de Guadalajara, for whom he had scored 29 goals in 79 games since making his debut as a teenager in 2006.

Unusually for a club of United's stature, the transfer was conducted completely under the radar: only the player and his father were aware of the deal and there was no prior speculation in the media, either in the UK or Mexico.
'Chicharito' means ‘little pea’ and Hernandez attracted the moniker because he’s the son of Javier Hernandez, himself a top Mexican striker who played in the 1986 World Cup and was nicknamed 'Chicharo' ('pea') because of his green eyes.

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Anders Lindegaard

13. Anders Lindegaard

Birthdate:	13 Apr 1984
Birthplace:	Dyrup, Denmark
Position:	Goalkeeper
Appearances	28
Goals Scored	0
Joined United:	04 Jan 2011
United Debut:	29 Jan 2011 v Southampton (A)
International:	Denmark

 

Anders Lindegaard will go down in history as the last goalkeeper selected by Sir Alex Ferguson after starting the 5-5 draw with West Brom in the final game of the 2012/2013 campaign.
The Denmark international may have had to play second fiddle to David De Gea after the pair had been rotated initially but retains the burning desire to become No1 at Old Trafford.
A vocal stopper who commands his penalty area, Lindegaard rose to prominence after a string of top displays for Norwegian side Aalesund, whom he joined in 2009 (initially on loan) from Odense in Denmark.

After wrapping up a move to Manchester, he made his debut in the FA Cup win at Southampton in January, 2011, but a training ground injury the following season hampered his progress.
It was all to play for in 2012/2013 and he enjoyed a run of five successive matches, culminating in the 4-3 win at Reading. His best performances included the 2-1 win at Liverpool and Champions League tie at Galatasaray while his return from a spell on the sidelines coincided with a clean sheet against West Ham.
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Chris Smalling

12. Chris Smalling

Birthdate:	22 Nov 1989
Birthplace:	Greenwich, London
Position:	Defender
Appearances	110
Goals Scored	5
Joined United:	07 Jul 2010
United Debut:	08 Aug 2010 v Chelsea (N)
International:	England

 

With great pace, power and intelligence, Chris Smalling remains the heir apparant to Rio Ferdinand in the role of ball-playing centre-back.
Incredibly, just 18 months after arriving at Fulham from non-league Maidstone, defender Chris Smalling agreed to terms that would make him a Manchester United player from 1 July 2010.

His first campaign at Old Trafford went better than anyone could have expected and, having been given chances to impress in various competitions, namely the UEFA Champions League and League Cup, he looked completely at home in M16.
An injury to mentor Ferdinand

ultimately proved beneficial as Smalling enjoyed an extended run in the team, contributing to his impressive tally of 33 first-team appearances. Of course, a title winners' medal was also earned during an impressive debut campaign.
The defender's impressive exploits were later rewarded with a new five-year deal, which was signed in July 2011 ahead of a promising start to his second term with the champions, which was largely spent at right-back while Rafael was sidelined through injury.

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Ryan Giggs

11. Ryan Giggs

Birthdate:	29 Nov 1973
Birthplace:	Cardiff, Wales
Position:	Midfielder
Appearances	958
Goals Scored	168
Joined United:	29 Nov 1987
United Debut:	02 Mar 1991 v Everton (H)
International:	Wales (retired)

 

The Ryan Giggs story goes on - and on and on - and still his powers show no sign of waning. No longer the daring, dashing left-winger who tormented full-backs but a calming influence and one of the sharpest passers around.
Although his legs may have lost the explosive acceleration, his brain remains ahead of his younger rivals and his ability to produce telling crosses and assists has never been better. In summary, the Welshman is a phenomenon and a footballer to be treasured and talked about in revered tones long after he eventually decides to hang up his boots.

Bryan Robson feels that may not be until he has slipped into his 40s. A man who was not named PFA Players' Player until 2009 remains a key part of Sir Alex Ferguson's squad. An ally to the boss and an indvidual who commands total respect in the dressing room.
The most decorated player in the British game, the potential that earned him two PFA Young Player of the Year awards earlier in his career has long since been realised. Ryan is United's record appearance-maker; he surpassed Sir Bobby Charlton's 758 on the night he helped the Reds secure a third European Cup triumph - his second - in Moscow on 21 May 2008.

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Wayne Rooney

10. Wayne Rooney

Birthdate:	24 Oct 1985
Birthplace:	Croxteth, Liverpool
Position:	Striker
Appearances	426
Goals Scored	208
Joined United:	31 Aug 2004
United Debut:	28 Sept 2004 v Fenerbahce (H)
International:	England

 

Wayne Rooney is one of only 25 players to have made 400 appearances for Manchester United – and he became the fourth youngest Red to reach that milestone in April 2013.
The striker burst onto the Old Trafford stage in September 2004, netting an unforgettable hat-trick against Fenerbahce on his debut.
Perhaps his performance wasn't that surprising, given the enormous pedigree he had amassed since making a lasting impression on now-Academy manager Paul McGuiness some years previous. In an Under-9 match between United and Everton, McGuiness remembers. “Rooney scored the perfect bicycle kick,

which for a kid of eight or nine years old was really something special." It merely hinted at what was to follow and, of course, it was a trick he would repeat on the biggest of stages in the Manchester derby, netting a goal that will be repeated forever more.
By the end of the 2004/05 campaign, his first in a red shirt after signing from boyhood club Everton, Rooney had amassed 17 goals in 43 appearances, and was rightly named PFA Young Player of the Year. Rooney’s second season at Old Trafford again saw him take huge strides. He ended the season with 19 goals in 48 matches and was voted both Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year

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Anderson

8. Anderson

Birthdate:	13 Apr 1988
Birthplace:	Porto Alegre, Brazil
Position:	Midfielder
Appearances	179
Goals Scored	9
Joined United:	01 Jul 2007
United Debut:	01 Sept 2007 v Sunderland (H)
International:	Brazil

 

When Anderson arrived at Old Trafford from FC Porto in summer 2007 he wasn't exactly a household name. But after a wondrous debut season the Brazilian's talents became well known not just in Manchester, but around the world.
The early Ronaldinho comparisons were inevitable given both players began their careers at Brazilian side Gremio, who Anderson Luis de Abreu Oliveira (to give his full name) joined at the age of just five.

But that’s really where the similarities end. Where Ronaldinho is all flicks and flamboyance, Anderson (or Ando as he is known to his team-mates) is bustling with energy and possesses

an eye for a defence-splitting pass. He has skill and technical ability in abundance, but his preference for midfield combat could bring you to question his Brazilian roots (more so if you spotted his dancing after lifting the UEFA Champions League trophy in May 2008!)

At Gremio, Anderson made his first appearance aged just 16. He is most fondly remembered for a wonder goal against Nautico in November 2005, which earned a 1-0 win and promotion back to the top flight. He also earned a reputation internationally, shining with Brazil at the 2005 U17 World Cup, where he won the Adidas Golden Ball for most valuable player.

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Jonny Evans

6. Jonny Evans

Birthdate:	03 Jan 1988
Birthplace:	Belfast, Northern Ireland
Position:	Defender
Appearances	177
Goals Scored	6
Joined United:	01 Jul 2006
United Debut:	26 Sept 2007 v Coventry City (H)
International:	N. Ireland

 

Belfast-born Jonny Evans is a tall and agile centre-back. An intelligent defender, he combines an uncompromising physical approach with the ability to pass the ball out from the back.
Jonny has risen through the United ranks to become an integral part of the first-team squad and 2011/12 was the season in which he truly came to the fore. The Northern Ireland international - who received his first call-up before he had even made his United debut - has blossomed into one of the best young defenders around.

Handed a Champions League squad number at the start of the 2005/06 season, aged just 17, Evans was a burgeoning talent

waiting to burst to prominence. Given his opportunity by the sale of Gerard Pique in the summer of 2008, Jonny did that during the course of the 2008/09 campaign.

Whenever called upon, Jonny's ice-cool calm is immediately apparent, even on huge stages like the San Siro or Stamford Bridge. His capacity for handling pressure is incredible, and stems partially from the extensive experience he gained out on loan.

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Rio Ferdinand

5. Rio Ferdinand

Birthdate:	07 Nov 1978
Birthplace:	Peckham, London
Position:	Defender
Appearances	445
Goals Scored	8
Joined United:	22 Jul 2002
United Debut:	27 Aug 2002 v Zalaegerszeg (H)
International:	England (retired)

 

Armed with elegance, pace and an astute ability to read the game, Rio Ferdinand is one of the finest defenders in world football.

The Peckham-born star burst onto the scene with West Ham under the guidance of Harry Redknapp, later signing for Leeds in November 2000. However, the 2002 World Cup was Rio's real coming out party as his performances with England ultimately convinced Sir Alex Ferguson to part ways with an estimated £30million.
Now over 400 first-team appearances and countless trophies later, Ferdinand remains a giant of modern football and is widely regarded as one of the

finest defenders to have played on these shores.
Although his first season was initially hampered by injury, Rio became an integral player as United overtook Arsenal to claim the Barclays Premier League - capping a fine debut season in M16 for the new recruit.
However, in September 2003, disaster struck as Ferdinand missed a routine drugs test and was later banned from football for eight months, not returning until a 2-1 win over Liverpool in September 2004.

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Phil Jones

4. Phil Jones

Birthdate:	21 Feb 1992
Birthplace:	Preston, Lancashire
Position:	Defender
Appearances	88
Goals Scored	4
Joined United:	01 Jul 2011
United Debut:	7 Aug 2011 v Man City (N)
International:	England

 

When Sir Alex Ferguson publicly labels a player as potentially Manchester United's all-time greatest, they are a very special case indeed.

But while the scale of such praise must have surprised even Phil Jones, the young England international was hardly a stranger to platitudes, having been likened to Reds great Duncan Edwards by club legend Sir Bobby Charlton.
From the moment Jones broke into Blackburn Rovers' Premier League team in March 2010, it soon became clear they had an exceptional young talent on their hands.
An eye-catching debut against Chelsea brought inevitable

comparisons with Blues skipper John Terry, as the robust stopper swiftly handled the elevation in class and dealt admirably with some of the biggest names in the country.
Wayne Rooney was quick to admit Jones was one of his toughest opponents in 2010/11, and his performances against the Reds in consecutive seasons certainly revealed he is a player who loves the art of defending under pressure. Sir Alex noted Jones' determination at Old Trafford, haranguing his older team-mates as Blackburn were being clobbered 7-1, and was convinced that he was a United player in the making.

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Patrice Evra

3. Patrice Evra

Birthdate:	15 May 1981
Birthplace:	Dakar, Senegal
Position:	Defender
Appearances	363
Goals Scored	9
Joined United:	10 Jan 2006
United Debut:	14 Jan 2006 v Manchester City (A)
International:	France

 

Patrice Evra has been incredibly consistent since arriving at Old Trafford in 2006, dominating the left-back position while regularly wearing the captain's armband in the absence of Nemanja Vidic.
The Frenchman's passionate persona has also made him a cult hero on the terraces and few will have felt more pride when the Reds reclaimed the Barclays Premier League at a canter in 2012/13 following the drama and heartbreak of the previous season.
United beat Liverpool, Arsenal and Inter Milan to Evra's signature in January 2006 when Sir Alex

Ferguson splashed the cash to shore up his defence, also bringing in the talismanic Vidic just a few days later.
Although only 24 at the time, Patrice had already been capped five times for France and was club captain at Monaco, where his reputation as an intelligent, attack-minded full-back had already been established.
In fact, he was a big success at the club, having won the 2003 French League Cup before reaching the 2004 UEFA Champions League final under manager Didier Deschamps, who was admittedly a big influence: "He transmitted to me the bug of winning at any price."

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Rafael

2. Rafael

Birthdate:	09 Jul 1990
Birthplace:	Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Position:	Right back
Appearances	148
Goals Scored	5
Joined United:	01 Jul 2008
United Debut:	17 Aug 2008 v Newcastle (H)
International:	Brazil

 

Combining attacking ambition with defensive strength, Rafael da Silva is perhaps the personification of the modern full-back.
The Brazilian starlet is already a full international, having excelled at United since making his first team debut during a 1-1 draw with Newcastle in August 2008 - a surprise outing that was prompted by an inspired display in Barry Fry's testimonial earlier in the month.
Incredibly, what made Rafa's bow even more impressive was the fact he hadn't played competitively in over a year while the Reds applied for international clearance on his (and twin brother

Fabio) transfer from Fluminense.
With surpreme confidence and ambition, he made several noteworthy appearances thoughout the 2008/09 campaign, scoring his first goal at Arsenal in November before staking a claim for the full-time right-back berth ahead of Messrs Neville and Brown.
As a result, Sir Alex Ferguson soon offered a two-year contract extension and a nomination for the PFA Young Player of the Year award was soon won, as well as a place on the bench for the UEFA Champions League final defeat to Barcelona.

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David De Gea

1. David De Gea

Birthdate:	07 Nov 1990
Birthplace:	Madrid, Spain
Position:	Goalkeeper
Appearances	112
Goals Scored	0
Joined United:	01 Jul 2011
United Debut:	7 Aug 2011 v Man City (N)
International:	Spain U21

 

David De Gea is a product of Atletico Madrid’s academy. Tall, athletic and confident with the ball, he progressed quickly through the youth ranks and spent his first professional season, 2008/09, with the club’s reserves. A first-team debut arrived early in the following term via a substitute appearance against FC Porto in the UEFA Champions League on 30 September 2009 - and thereafter he never looked back.
De Gea capped his maiden campaign in Atletico Madrid's first team by playing a major role in winning the UEFA Europa League - the club's first major European trophy in almost 50 years.

His already burgeoning reputation was further enhanced during his second full season in La Liga and rumours of United's interest, which had first surfaced in January 2010, were more widely circulated when the Reds' then goalkeeping coach Eric Steele was seen scouting the youngster.
By the end of the 2010/11 season, David was widely touted by several media outlets as the primary choice to replace the retiring Edwin van der Sar at Old Trafford, although talks were put on hold whilst he helped Spain win UEFA’s Under-21 European Championship in Denmark. The transfer was completed after the tournament, on 29

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Transfer Talk

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1/12/13: The Sunday People suggests United have made a £3million offer for Ryan Gauld, the Dundee United teenager. It is claimed the SPL club want double that amount and even the promise of three pre-season friendlies against the Tangerines would not convince them to sell. Real Madrid are also being linked with the talented forward.
29/11/13: Borussia Dortmund star Marco Reus was scouted by United during the midweek Champions League win over Napoli, according to The Times. The Germany international midfielder scored in a 3-1 victory against Rafa Benitez's side.
29/11/13: The Scottish Sun reckons United are despatching a delegation north of the border on Friday night to watch Dundee United's highly-rated teenager Ryan Gauld. The Tangerines take on Kilmarnock in the Scottish Cup with a posse of scouts certain to be in attendance but the tabloid claims David Moyes is leading the chase for his signature.
28/11/13: The Daily Mail believes that Sevilla left-back Alberto Moreno is a £25million target for United and Chelsea. The newspaper claims the Spain international is viewed as a possible option in the January market, along with Real Madrid's Fabio Coentrao, as he is eligible to play in the Champions League.
26/11/13: Cruzeiro midfielder Everton Ribeiro has revealed he would be interested in a move to United. The 24-year-old reacted to speculation in Brazil about his future by telling SporTV: "I will continue doing my job here at Cruzeiro but plan on getting to a big club. It's a dream I've had since I was young. I've always liked Manchester United but haven't talked with my agent yet."
26/11/13: Benfica midfielder Nemanja Matic, valued in the £20million class, has been watched by United scouts in his last two appearances,

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17/12/13: Romanian winger Dorin Rotariu has been watched by United on "several occasions" reports The Sun. The Dinamo Bucharest wide man signed a six-year deal with the capital club last summer and has one Under-21 cap for his country.
16/12/13: United scouts have been keeping tabs on Heerenveen hitman Bilal Basacikoglu, according to the Daily Mirror. The 18-year-old only made his debut for Marco van Basten's side a matter of weeks ago but is highly regarded in the Netherlands.
16/12/13: The Star on Sunday believes United and City are jostling for the services of Everton prospect Ross Barkley. Despite suggesting the Toffees are confident to tying the midfielder to a new contract, the report adds that the 20-year-old is "the most-wanted young player in the country".

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Transfer Talk

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Ahead of the transfer window opening on New Year's Day, we collate the latest bout of speculation regarding incoming moves at Old Trafford.
31/12/13: The Daily Telegraph reckons David Moyes is plotting bids for Leighton Baines or Luke Shaw but believes Everton and Southampton will price the players out of any January transfer. The two left-backs are likely to compete for an England berth for the foreseeable future. Other reports claim a £16million bid for Baines will fail while the Reds will test the Saints' resolve to hang onto Shaw with a £20million offer.
31/12/13: Ross Barkley is a stunning £50million target for the Reds, according to the Manchester Evening News. An exclusive story in the local paper suggests David Moyes wants to raid his former club Everton again for the promising midfielder after landing Marouane Fellaini in the summer.
31/12/13: Dinamo Zagreb forward Robert Muric is being linked with a move to United by the Croatian press. 24sata quotes the 17-year-old's father as confirming it is almost certain the youngster will quit Zagreb and Manchester is forwarded as a possible destination for the teenager.
31/12/13: United are pondering a bid for Stefan Velkov, following a recent trial at the Aon Training Complex. The Slavia Sofia defender told Bulgarian TV: "According to their feedback, they were very pleased with me. I made a lot of good friends there and enjoyed the stay." Despite some talk of any deal for the 17-year-old stalling, there are reports that he has already undergone a medical.
31/12/13: West Ham would consider selling Ravel Morrison back to United, reports Metro. The England Under-21 international midfielder is said to have a number of clauses in his Upton Park contract and has also been linked with a switch to Rene Meulensteen's Fulham.

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05/01/14: Spanish TV programme Jugones insists Fabio Coentrao is trying to force through a January exit from Real Madrid. A deal was unable to be reached with United towards the end of the summer window and it is claimed the Reds could resurrect an interest in the left-back.
04/01/14: Bayern Munich are set to sign Robert Lewandowski on a pre-contract after he underwent a medical with Pep Guardiola's side, reports Bild. The Borussia Dortmund striker always looked likely to move within the Bundesliga in the summer of 2014 but was constantly linked with United and other Premier League clubs.
02/01/14: Le 10 Sport reckons United are prepared to break the bank to sign Arturo Vidal this month. The Juventus midfielder has insisted he wants to remain in Turin but David Moyes is said to be an admirer of the Chile international.
01/01/14: The Daily Mirror believes United have been alerted by Juan Mata's reaction to being substituted at Southampton and Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho's subsequent comments about the Spanish playmaker. Although the Blues chief stated: "I want to keep him - I don't want him to go," he added: "That's my opinion and my wish. But my door is open and the club's door is open too. When a player wants to speak with us, we are there waiting." Inter Milan are reportedly targeting the creative midfielder.
01/01/14: United scouts have been trailing Dundee United trio Ryan Gauld, Andy Robertson and John Souttar, according to the Daily Mail. Gauld, ambitiously dubbed 'the Scottish Messi' in some quarters, has been watched by all the top clubs.
01/01/14: Fenerbahce keeper Mert Gunok has been forwarded as a surprise transfer target by the Daily Star. The 24-year-old is not first choice at his

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transfer talk 6 january to 12 january

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10/01/14: Sevilla star Ivan Rakitic has revealed that he is content to stay in Spain for the time being. Rakitic has been in sensational form in La Liga this term, scoring eight goals in 16 league appearances and adding a further six assists to make him statistically the third-ranked player in Spain behind Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. But it seems the 25-year-old has made up his mind and is keen to carry on at the club, where he is taking the role of captain seriously. He said: “For the time being, I only think about Sevilla. I have important matches ahead of me and additional responsibilities as captain of the team, so leaving is not something I'm considering now.”
10/01/14: A Bola believes Ezequiel Garay is set to join United in the summer after being linked in the Portuguese press with a move to Old Trafford for some time. The 27-year-old Benfica centre-back is being valued in the £8million class.
09/01/14: The Daily Express claims United have made a £20m offer for Juventus midfielder Claudio Marchisio. The Serie A club were knocked out of the Champions League in December and reports suggest Marchisio might be sacrificed to help offset the resulting financial shortfall. The Italian is reportedly surplus to requirements at Juve with Paul Pogba and Arturo Vidal ahead of him, but is on record as saying he wants to stay at the club where he has spent his entire career after coming through the youth ranks.
08/01/14: Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti has denied reports that any players will be leaving the club in January, a statement that dismisses the notion of Fabio Coentrao joining United. “I've not spoken with them because there's nothing,” Ancelotti told reporters on Wednesday. “No-one is leaving and no-one is coming in.” Of course, David Moyes has similarly quashed

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Transfer talk 13 january to 19 january

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18/01/14: Atletico Madrid have improved Koke's contract, which runs until 2018, to fend off interest from United, reports Marca. The talented midfielder is now said to have a buy-out clause of a whopping €60million.
18/01/14: Aymeric Laporte is the latest name in the frame regarding possible interest from United with Periodista Digital suggesting David Moyes will make a move for the Athletic Club defender in the summer. The France Under-21 international usually plays in the middle but can also operate at left-back. Barcelona, Tottenham and Arsenal are reputed to be other admirers of the 19-year-old, who is under contract until 2018 and has a buy-out clause of €36million.
17/01/14: Atletico Madrid left-back Filipe Luis has emerged as a €22million option for the Reds, according to As. The 28-year-old Brazilian was signed from Deportivo La Coruna in 2010 and has four caps for his country.
17/01/14: The Daily Star continues to forward numerous possible candidates for a January switch to Old Trafford with Southampton's Adam Lallana and Napoli's Marek Hamsik among them. Reports in Italy seem to suggest Hamsik is unlikely to leave this month.
17/01/14: Southampton have reportedly placed a £30million price tag on Luke Shaw, who could be set to leave the club following the departure of influential chairman Nicola Cortese. According to the Daily Star, the Saints have made it clear they want a world record fee for the full-back, eclipsing the £29.5m that was paid by Barcelona for Dani Alves in 2008. Of course, Shaw has been increasingly linked with United in recent months, as well as rivals Manchester City and Chelsea.

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Transfer Talk

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20/01/14: The Daily Star and Sunday People believe Edinson Cavani will be a top target for David Moyes during the close season. The PSG striker has apparently alerted United by fancying a move to the Barclays Premier League. The Star also thinks Moyes has been handed a budget of £150million and is in the hunt for seven midfielders.
20/01/14: David Moyes will "test the waters" with a £15million approach for Everton full-back Seamus Coleman, reports the Irish Independent. The United manager has allegedly switched his attention from Leighton Baines to the 25-year-old, who is reputedly being valued at £25million by Toffees chief Roberto Martinez.
20/01/14: Sunderland keeper Vito Mannone has quashed speculation linking him with a surprise switch to United. The Italian informed the Sunderland Echo: "I don't really care about this stuff. It happens outside of the football pitch. I'm having the best time of my career at Sunderland and I don't see why I would move right now."
More: Last week's Transfer Talk

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