Jose Mourinho could 'hijack' Manchester United deal and more transfer rumours

Roma manager Jose Mourinho could hijack a proposed move from his former club Manchester United to snap-up Serhou Guirassy from Stuttgart - according to reports.

Speculation over the 27-year-old striker remains at fever pitch. Guirassy has been in sensational form for Stuttgart this season with 16 goals in the Bundesliga alone from 11 games.

He continues to push Bayern Munich signing Harry Kane all the way in the German charts. Kane, who was on radar for United this summer, has 18 in 12 matches. Over the last few days, Guirassy has emerged as a mooted target for United as they continue to scout the market for additional signings. He could be available for as low as £15million owing to a release clause.

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Naturally, that has put several European clubs on red alert and Roma - with Mourinho at the helm - are also tipped to pursue the Guinea international. Interest from there is flagged up via the Cult of Calcio website.

Elsewhere, reports from ESPN indicate David De Gea would be 'open' to joining Newcastle on a free transfer amid proposed interest from the Saudi-backed Magpies. De Gea, 33, remains a free agent.

Erik ten Hag opted for a change between the posts this summer. He allowed De Gea to leave after 12 seasons with the club before spending £47million on his replacement - namely Andre Onana.

De Gea was identified as a target for Newcastle according to reports and, following up from the article, ESPN suggest it could appeal to the Spaniard. De Gea played 545 games for United after pitching up at the club in 2011. Newcastle are, seemingly, considering their options after