Man United transfer news LIVE - Elliot Anderson move, Marcus Rashford latest, Newcastle reaction

Welcome to the live Manchester United blog on Saturday, 27 December.

Ruben Amorim's side were in action last night, as they took on Newcastle United at Old Trafford. Patrick Dorgu's goal in the first half proved to be the difference between the two teams with the result lifting United up to fifth place in the Premier League table ahead of today's games.

It's not long until the team are back in action as they return to Old Trafford on Tuesday when they host bottom of the table Wolves (8.15pm kick-off).

That game will be the final one before teams can add to their squad in the January transfer window, which opens on New Year's Day.

Ahead of the window opening, United have been linked with several incomings and outgoings. Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo is a name that has been talked about a lot, but United have a lot of competition for the forward.

Midfield is expected to be an area of priority with Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson, Crystal Palace's Adam Wharton and Atletico Madrid's Conor Gallagher possible targets.

There is also a lot of talk over possible exits. Joshua Zirkzee has been heavily linked with a move to Roma, while Napoli are said to be showing an interest in Kobbie Mainoo. There is also talk about a possible permanent deal for on loan striker Marcus Rashford.

We'll bring you all the latest updates, news and transfer rumours throughout the day in our live blog below.

Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson has emerged as United's number one midfield target, according to reports.

The Daily Mail claim that Anderson is the 'top midfield target' with the club possibly doing some 'significant spending' in the summer transfer window.

Anderson has impressed for both Nottingham Forest and England