Manchester United in Bayern Munich transfer claim as Dan Ashworth update emerges

Manchester United return to action on Saturday as they travel to Brentford in the Premier League.

Erik ten Hag's side are still in with a slight chance of securing Champions League football for next season, particularly with the knowledge that fifth place is likely to be enough. Returning to Europe's elite competition could be critical in their ability to attract top-tier talent this summer as Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his Ineos group look to transform United's footballing operations.

The Red Devils currently sit sixth in the Premier League table, six points off fifth and nine off fourth. With all that in mind, MEN Sport has taken a look at the main headlines doing the rounds on United...

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Manchester United are interested in Bayern Munich's Joshua Kimmich as a replacement for Casemiro, according to claims in Spanish publication Sport. It is claimed that United are looking to 'get rid' of their Brazilian midfielder and replacing him with Kimmich has ‘become a priority.’

The 29-year-old faces an uncertain future at Bayern with his contract expiring in 2025. Liverpool, Manchester City, Arsenal and Barcelona have also been linked.

MEN Sport says: Kimmich has the leadership qualities United will need in their revolution on the pitch under Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos. He may not be the player he was several years ago but the German remains one of Europe's best players in his position.

If United can negotiate a reasonable transfer fee for Kimmich, then it may be worth pursuing. His experience at the highest level would