Jarrad Branthwaite to Manchester United transfer 'update' as contract talks 'planned'

Manchester United are looking ahead to a return to Premier League action this weekend.

United will face Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday at Old Trafford as they look to return to winning ways in the top flight. Erik ten Hag's side had to settle for a point in the goalless draw with Crystal Palace last Saturday.

Even though the January transfer window is still several weeks away from opening, United are continuing to be linked with potential new signings. United signing five players during the summer with Leny Yoro, Joshua Zirkzee, Matthis de Ligt, Noussair Mazraoui and Manuel Ugarte all moving to Old Trafford.

MEN Sport has taken a look at some of the latest United transfer news and gossip that have been generating headlines over the last 24 hours.

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United are reportedly still interested in signing Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite. The Reds had two bids rejected for the Toffees centre-back during the summer transfer window, with the last worth up to £50million including add-ons.

According to HITC, United remain determined to try and sign Branthwaite and will make a fresh attempt to bring the defender to Old Trafford in the New Year. This is despite United already signing Leny Yoro and Matthis de Ligt to strengthen the centre-back position in the squad.

It has been claimed that United sporting director Dan Ashworth is leading the quest to sign Branthwaite in the New Year.

Elsewhere, United are reportedly looking to award new contracts to Kobbie Mainoo and Amad Diallo. According to Sky Sports, the Reds are getting ready