I will join Man United on one condition -Xavi Simons transfer boost as Manchester United ‘target’ makes Surprise transfer decision

I will join Man United on one condition -Xavi Simons transfer boost as Manchester United ‘target’ makes Surprise transfer decision

The transfer market may be closed, but Manchester United is still being linked to possible new arrivals.

During the summer transfer window, United added five new players to its roster: Manuel Ugarte, Noussair Mazraoui, Matthijs de Ligt, Joshua Zirkzee, and Leny Yoro.

Ugarte might make his Reds debut on Saturday when the team plays Southampton in the Premier League.

This weekend, Erik ten Hag’s team travels to St Mary’s on the road as they resume play following the international break.

Before the two-week break, United will be looking to get back to winning ways following their loss to Liverpool. MEN Sport examines some of the most recent United news stories that have made headlines in the past 24 hours.

Xavi Simons boost
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 it’s a deal that the Reds should give some serious consideration.”

Adrien Rabiot update
United have been handed an update regarding the future of former Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot. Reports in recent weeks have heavily linked the Reds with the signing of the free agent following his exit from the Serie A club.

According to Football Insider, Rabiot has expressed a desire to remain in Europe amid apparent interest from Saudi Arabia. Clubs from Turkey have also been reported as showing an interest in the midfielder, who is available on a free transfer.

The Manchester Evening News says: “Rabiot has been heavily linked with United for two years, and the rumours have increased this summer following his exit from Juventus. Given the signing bonus and wages that would be involved in the deal, United are unlikely to pursue a move unless a severe injury crisis in midfield was to happen over the next few weeks.”