Manchester United takeover news live Sir Jim Ratcliffe latest plus injury news ahead of Chelsea

Manchester United have little time to dwell on Saturday's defeat at Newcastle as they prepare to host Chelsea on Wednesday.

United return to Old Trafford in midweek for the second of three Premier League matches in the space of a week. Erik ten Hag's side won only one of their three-straight away days in all competitions, with Anthony Gordon's second-half effort handing Newcastle that win over the weekend.

Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial were particularly frustrating at St James' Park and Ten Hag was forced to address the attacking pair's issues after the defeat. Roy Keane issued a scathing assessment of the Reds duo on Sunday.

In takeover news, Sir Jim Ratcliffe is still waiting for his 25% stake in United to be fully ratified so he can take control of footballing operations at the club. The INEOS chief will hope to be in power in time for the January transfer window, although it is unclear how active the club will be.

Exits look to be the priority once the window opens with both Jadon Sancho and Donny van de Beek looking to leave. The latter is reportedly being eyed by last week's Champions League opponents Galatasaray.

Keep tabs on the latest news, views and transfer rumours with our updates below.

There was notable excitment right across the Premier League yesterday and the Chelsea game was one for United to keep an eye on.

Of course, the west Londoners head to Old Trafford on Wednesday night, but they will do so without Conor Gallagher after the midfielder was sent-off against Brighton.

Speaking at the end of Sky Sports' coverage of Manchester City vs Tottenham, Roy Keane was asked for his verdict on United and the former midfielder pulled no punches:

"United are drifting, how many times do I have to say