Man Utd eye Man City's Ait-Nouri - Wednesday's gossip
Manchester City defender Rayan Ait-Nouri a surprise target for Manchester United, Crystal Palace could turn to England assistant boss Anthony Barry if they sack Pierre Sage, Barcelona keen on Arsenal centre-back Piero Hincapie, plus more.
Key points
- Manchester United are considering a shock move for Manchester City left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri, 25.
- Crystal Palace could target England assistant Anthony Barry if they sack Pierre Sage.
- Barcelona are interested in Arsenal defender Piero Hincapie, 24, according to Sport.
Manchester United are considering a surprise move for Manchester City left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri, 25, according to Wednesday's football gossip. The report says personal terms would not block a potential deal for the Algeria international.
Elsewhere, Crystal Palace have identified England assistant manager Anthony Barry as a possible replacement for Pierre Sage if the Frenchman is sacked. Barcelona are also reported to be interested in Arsenal's Ecuadorian defender Piero Hincapie, 24.
Other transfer reports
Bayern Munich are said to be continuing to monitor Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard, 27, while uncertainty surrounds his next contract. Spain midfielder Martin Zubimendi, 27, is reportedly prepared to consider leaving Arsenal in the winter window.
Tottenham will not sanction the sale of Swedish midfielder Lucas Bergvall, 20, despite interest from Barcelona and Napoli. Al-Hilal will not offer Bruno Fernandes, 32, a route out of Manchester United, according to Talksport.
Manager and striker gossip
Aston Villa boss Unai Emery is on Manchester United's five-man shortlist to replace Michael Carrick, though the club's current sporting structure is said not to suit him. Minnesota United forward Kelvin Yeboah, 26, is reportedly on the radar of Everton, Crystal Palace and Sunderland.
Newcastle's players believe the club's summer transfer market gambles are the main reason for their struggles this season, according to the Telegraph.
