Man United transfer news LIVE - Ruben Neves tussle, Antoine Semenyo latest, wonderkid link

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Ruben Amorim's side are back in action later this evening when they take on Newcastle United at Old Trafford and we're edging closer to the January transfer window opening.

United have made a stark improvement compared to last season and are just outside the Champions League places at the time of writing.

Investment into the squad in January could be make or break for Amorim in their quest to return to European football.

United have been repeatedly linked with January transfer swoops for the likes of Carlos Baleba, Elliot Anderson and Adam Wharton with central midfield a priority position to address.

A number of players could also depart, with uncertainty around Kobbie Mainoo's future at the club having fallen down the pecking order under Amorim.

We'll have all the latest Man Utd transfer news and speculation in our live blog below.

Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United have all been linked with a move for Al Hilal midfielder Ruben Neves.

That's according to Turkish outlet, Sabah, who claim United are in the race to sign the Portuguese international.

Earlier this week, Spanish media outlet AS claimed any club interested in the former Wolves playmaker would face a transfer tussle with Real Madrid.

The 28-year-old midfielder is in the final six months of his contract in Saudi Arabia and there has been no breakthrough regarding fresh terms.

Good morning United fans and welcome to our live blog!

We'll be covering all the latest transfer news and speculation from across the globe as Ruben Amorim's side look to kick on in the second half of the season.

The Reds endured a torrid season in 2024-25, but have made a