Manchester United transfer news LIVE Sir Jim Ratcliffe latest plus Rasmus Hojlund updates

Manchester United are preparing to return to Premier League action and they'll soon welcome back their international players to Carrington.

Erik ten Hag's men signed off for the break with a 2-1 win over Brentford, with Scott McTominay's late rescue act saving the Reds from a seventh defeat in 11 games. While the three points were badly needed, everyone connected with the club is under no illusions as to how far off the pace the team have been so far this season.

One thing that hasn't helped their wretched early-season form has been their injury issues. Ten Hag has been able to name a full starting XI of unavailable players at times this season, and he'll hope to welcome some of his injured stars back for the trip to Bramall Lane on Saturday.

Away from the pitch it's been a huge week for United. Nearly 11 months on from the announcement the club's owners were exploring 'strategic alternatives', Sir Jim Ratcliffe has finally won the battle to invest in the club. It's not the full buyout he wanted but it's a step in the right direction.

We'll bring you all the latest takeover news, injury updates and transfer gossip with our dedicated live blog below.

West Ham remain in pole position to sign Harry Maguire if he leaves United.

That's according to reports from Football Insider about the former captain. Maguire, 30, turned down a move to the Hammers this summer.

However, the England regular - who played against Italy last night - has not been able to hold down a starting role for United this season. The article states West Ham could launch a loan swoop for Maguire in the January window.

Could that be the night that provides the catalyst for United this season?

Marcus Rashford and Rasmus Hojlund were both on target for