Manchester United transfer news LIVE Sir Jim Ratcliffe updates and Casemiro to Man Utd latest

Manchester United fans may well be expecting another busy day after a frantic 24 hours on Wednesday.

Yesterday evening, Failsworth-born billionaire and owner of Ineos Sir Jim Ratcliffe made his intentions clear that he would like to buy United. A spokesperson for Ratcliffe told The Times: "If the club is for sale, Jim is definitely a potential buyer." United would not comment on Ratcliffe's ownership aspirations.

On the pitch, Erik ten Hag is looking to strengthen his squad ahead of the visit of Liverpool on Monday. The Manchester Evening News understands that the Reds have approached Real Madrid over a move for Casemiro.

The Brazilian midfielder played an instrumental role in the La Liga giants' Champions League victory last season and United are in dire need of signings in the middle of the park. Ten Hag's men failed to agree personal terms with Adrien Rabiot over a move to United and John Murtough is now being put under increasing pressure to get fresh faces through the door.

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Former United manager Jose Mourinho once told Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro that he would become the "best central midfielder in the world" amid the Reds' interest in his signature.

As reported by the Manchester Evening News, United have contacted Madrid about the possibility of signing the Brazilian midfielder before the transfer window closes in just over a fortnight's time. The Reds' move for Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot has broken down and they are desperate to add to their midfield options.

Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong remains an active target for United, although it is now more than three months since they first registered their interest. The club is not yet sure if