Sports Mole rounds up all of the latest transfer news in the Premier League on Saturday, February 20.
Saturday morning's Premier League transfer talk news roundup:
Manchester United 'decided against Dayot Upamecano signing after Ole Gunnar Solskjaer request'
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Manchester United reportedly decided against moving for Dayot Upamecano as the club's head coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants a left-footed centre-back to arrive at Old Trafford this summer.
The Red Devils were strongly linked with the France international before it was confirmed that Bayern Munich had agreed a deal to sign him from RB Leipzig.
According to ESPN, the 22-year-old was of interest to United, but Solskjaer's desire to sign a left-footed centre-back means that the 20-time English champions did not seriously pursue the Frenchman.
Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof have been the team's first-choice partnership for much of the season, but the pair are both right-footed and have struggled for consistency during the 2020-21 campaign.
Sevilla's Jules Kounde is thought to be a leading transfer target for United, with Solskjaer being informed that the club are prepared to spend big on a new defender ahead of next season.
The 20-time English champions will be looking to build on Thursday's 4-0 win over Real Sociedad when they face Newcastle United in the Premier League on Sunday night.
Manchester United 'have been in contact with David Alaba's agent'
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Manchester United have reportedly contacted the agent of Bayern Munich defender David Alaba as the speculation surrounding the Austria international continues.
Alaba will leave Bayern on a free transfer this summer, and a number of clubs have been credited with an interest in the versatile defender, who is aiming to win his 10th Bundesliga title this season.
According to ESPN, Real Madrid are the favourites for the 28-year-old, with Zinedine Zidane's side facing the possibility of having to replace club captain Sergio Ramos.
However, the report claims that a number of other clubs, including Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester City, Atletico Madrid, Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain, have also been in contact.
United were thought to be out of the running for the Austrian, but the Red Devils have allegedly also been in touch with Alaba's agent Pini Zahavi to discuss a possible switch to Old Trafford.
Red Devils boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is believed to have made it clear to the 20-time English champions that he wants to sign a left-footed centre-back ahead of next season.
More transfer news from Premier League:
Schalke 04 'desperate to sell Ozan Kabak to Liverpool this summer'
Schalke 04 hope that Liverpool sign Ozan Kabak on a permanent deal during this summer's transfer window, according to a report. Read more.
Phil Jones to leave Manchester United this summer?
Manchester United would be willing to sell Phil Jones this summer if they bring a new central defender to the club, according to a report. Read more.
Manchester United 'could allow Axel Tuanzebe to leave on loan'
Manchester United could allow Axel Tuanzebe to leave Old Trafford on loan for the 2021-22 campaign, according to a report. Read more.
Bayern Munich 'concerned by Manchester United interest in Kingsley Coman'
Bayern Munich are reportedly growing increasingly concerned about Kingsley Coman's contract situation amid interest from Manchester United. Read more.
Chelsea 'in battle to sign Bayern Munich's Niklas Sule'
Chelsea are reportedly eyeing up a move for Bayern Munich defender Niklas Sule in the summer transfer window. Read more.
Thomas Tuchel pours doubt on Olivier Giroud future at Chelsea
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has said that Olivier Giroud's future at Stamford Bridge has not yet been decided. Read more.
Mauricio Pochettino denies Lionel Messi talks after Champions League tie
Paris Saint-Germain boss Mauricio Pochettino denies that he discussed the possibility of a summer move with Barcelona's Lionel Messi on Tuesday. Read more.
Kepa Arrizabalaga: 'I have never thought about leaving Chelsea'
Chelsea goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga claims he has never considered leaving the club and is "no longer afraid" to play a key role under new manager Thomas Tuchel. Read more.
Borussia Dortmund 'would rather sell Jadon Sancho than Erling Braut Haaland'
Borussia Dortmund would rather Jadon Sancho left the club this summer than Erling Braut Haaland, according to a report. Read more.
Liverpool 'one of four clubs who could afford Kylian Mbappe'
Liverpool are reportedly one of four European clubs who can afford to sign Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe this summer. Read more.
Everton put £70m price tag on Paris Saint-Germain loanee Moise Kean?
Everton reportedly place a £70m price tag on striker Moise Kean, who has impressed during his season-long loan spell at Paris Saint-Germain. Read more.
Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain remain keen on Gianluigi Donnarumma?
Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain reportedly retain an interest in AC Milan goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, who is out of contract at the end of the season. Read more.
Manchester City deny making approach for Barcelona's Lionel Messi
The Barcelona forward is out of contract at the end of the season. Read more.
Chelsea preparing opening £78m Erling Braut Haaland bid?
Chelsea are reportedly prepared to test Borussia Dortmund's resolve with a £78m bid for Erling Braut Haaland in the summer. Read more.
Sergio Aguero uncertain over Manchester City future
Sergio Aguero acknowledges that he remains unsure over whether he will stay at Manchester City past the end of this season. Read more.
Tottenham Hotspur quoted £52m for Milan Skriniar?
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly informed that Inter Milan now value defender Milan Skriniar in the region of £52m. Read more.
