Xavi Simons transfer boost as Manchester United 'target' makes transfer decision

Manchester United are continuing to be linked with potential new signings even though the transfer window is closed.

United made five new signings during the summer transfer window, with Leny Yoro, Joshua Zirkzee, Matthijs de Ligt, Noussair Mazraoui and Manuel Ugarte all moving to Old Trafford. It's possible that Ugarte could make his debut for the Reds in the Premier League clash against Southampton on Saturday.

Erik ten Hag's side return to action after the international break with an away trip to St Mary's this weekend. United will be hoping to return to winning ways after the defeat to Liverpool before the two-week hiatus. MEN Sport takes a look at some of the latest United news that has generated headlines over the last 24 hours.

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United have reportedly been handed a boost amid links of an apparent interest in signing Xavi Simons. The Reds were credited with an interest in signing the Netherlands international during the summer transfer window.

According to Sport Bild, Simons has expressed a desire to move to the Premier League in 2025. No specific club has been mentioned in the report, but given United's previous links, it seems inevitable that the rumours may swiftly return.

Simons is spending the season on loan at RB Leipzig from Paris Saint-Germain for the second consecutive season. It remains to be seen where the forward will be playing his football next term and beyond.

The Manchester Evening News says: "United's links to Simons should not be a surprise, and if the rumours are true that the forward wants to move to the Premier League, then