Manchester United takeover news LIVE as Juventus offer Jadon Sancho 'escape route' plus Ratcliffe latest

Manchester United's international stars are away with their countries but the hard work never stops at Carrington and Erik ten Hag is already preparing for the trip to Everton next weekend.

The Dutchman has more players to work with than usual during an international break, having seen the likes of Antony and Alejandro Garnacho not called up. There is some hope he will also welcome Luke Shaw back onto the grass at come point over the next week or so.

There's never a quiet break at United and this time is expected to be no different, with reports suggesting Sir Jim Ratcliffe's minority stake will be ratified at some point next week. The INEOS chief will take control of footballing operations and is eyeing a new sporting director, with Crystal Palace's Dougie Freedman under consideration.

There was another surprise twist in the takeover process on Tuesday amid reports that American billionaire Leon Cooperman had taken a minority share. He is thought to have filed for just under one million shares, valued around £13.4million.

In transfer news, Jadon Sancho look certain to leave United in January and Juventus will reportedly offer an 'escape route'. The Italian side are said to have made contact over a mid-season loan deal.

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Juventus have made contact with United regarding a January loan move for Jadon Sancho, according to the Daily Mail.

The 23-year-old looks set to leave United after being exiled from the first-team by Erik ten Hag, having accused the manager of lying about performances in training.

The Serie A side wouldn't be able to afford a permanent transfer but a temporary exit, potentially with an option or obligation to buy,