A frustrating summer transfer window has now closed with Manchester United having missed out on a number of their top targets, including Jadon Sancho.
The Red Devils were busy on deadline day, though, bringing in Edinson Cavani, Alex Telles and Facundo Pellistri, in addition to agreeing a deal to sign Amad Traore in January. Attention will now switch to other business they may do when the window reopens in the winter.
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest news on possible comings and goings from Old Trafford.
Monday morning's Manchester United transfer talk news roundup:
Phil Jones to leave Manchester United in January?
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Phil Jones could reportedly leave Manchester United on loan during the January transfer window.
The 28-year-old has not featured for the 20-time English champions since January and was left out of their Champions League and Premier League squads following an operation.
The Englishman is closing in on a return to fitness, but he does not appear to be in the plans of United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer for the second half of the 2020-21 campaign.
According to the Daily Star, Jones could leave Old Trafford on loan at the start of 2021, with West Bromwich Albion and Derby County both in the mix to sign him.
The report claims that new Baggies boss Sam Allardyce wants to bring the Premier League winner to the Hawthorns, and the strugglers are prepared to pay the majority of his £120,000-a-week wages.
Jones has made 224 appearances for the Red Devils since arriving from Blackburn Rovers.
Zinedine Zidane confident over Sergio Ramos deal
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Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane is confident that Sergio Ramos will soon pen a new contract at the Bernabeu.
The 34-year-old remains an inspirational figure for the Spanish champions but has still not signed an extension and as it stands will be a free agent at the end of the 2020-21 campaign.
In theory, foreign clubs could begin talks with Ramos in January over a switch next summer, but Zidane has said that he expects the centre-back to stay at the club "for many years".
"When a player wants to stay that means a lot. With Sergio Ramos, I see him staying for many years. He's looking after himself well and I'm not surprised about what he's achieving," Zidane told reporters.
Ramos has scored three times in 13 appearances for Madrid this season, while he has made 663 appearances for the Spanish champions in total, contributing 100 goals in the process.
Manchester United, Manchester City, Chelsea, Tottenham Hotspur, Arsenal and Liverpool are all allegedly interested in signing the defender on a free transfer.
More transfer news from Manchester United:
Manchester United 'set out Jesse Lingard loan exit demands'
Manchester United reportedly want any potential suitors for Jesse Lingard to cough up most of the midfielder's £100k weekly wages before they sanction a loan deal. Read more.
Louis van Gaal hints Marcus Rashford could leave Manchester United
Former Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal believes that Marcus Rashford is not guaranteed to stay at Old Trafford for the rest of his career. Read more.
Manchester United 'make enquiry for Christian Eriksen'
Manchester United approach Inter Milan to discuss a potential move for Christian Eriksen, according to a report. Read more.
Andrea Pirlo plays down Paulo Dybala to Manchester United links
Juventus manager Andrea Pirlo affirms that Paulo Dybala is a fundamental part of his plans amid speculation surrounding a potential move to Manchester United. Read more.
Liverpool still want Sporting Lisbon's Nuno Mendes?
Liverpool reportedly retain an interest in Sporting Lisbon left-back Nuno Mendes, but it could take a bid of £63m to land the 18-year-old. Read more.
Brighton & Hove Albion 'want to sign Daniel James on loan'
Manchester United attacker Daniel James is a January loan target for Brighton & Hove Albion, according to a report. Read more.
