Manchester United transfer news: Chelsea duo linked to United as Dybala could also join them at the Old Trafford and more - September 17, 2018

Hello and welcome to the Manchester United transfer roundup for the day! As we can see, this is another day that is filled with news about potential transfer deals regarding the Old Trafford outfit.

As a result, we have on our hands a full slideshow that consists of the gossips in the media about the Red Devils and we shall get to that without further ado!

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#5 Shaw, Herrera, Mata

While most of the focus is on which players the Red Devils want to sign, there are also some of their players that could leave the club in the near future. Pogba and Martial are two names that are constantly linked with moves out of the club.

However, there are more that could leave the Theatre of Dreams. The trio of Luke Shaw, Ander Herrera and Juan Mata are nearing the end of their respective contracts but Jose Mourinho is hopeful that they will stay.

Speaking of Luke Shaw, the former Real Madrid manager labeled his improvement as an “evolution” and hopes that he would make the right decision of staying at the Old Trafford.

"Luke Shaw's evolution makes us believe that he is going in the right direction – I want to keep him,” the Portuguese confirmed.

He was also quoted speaking about the Spanish duo of Ander Herrera and Juan Mata. The pair haven’t enjoyed much football over the last few months and there is a chance that they could leave.

However, Mourinho wants them to stay because of what they represent and their influence in the dressing room. According to the former Inter boss, they are characters that he doesn’t want to lose.

"I hope they will stay," Mourinho said.

"We had a similar conversation last season about Marouane Fellaini and I was always saying: 'I hope he stays, I believe he will stay,' and I say the same thing: 'I hope they stay'.

"Juan Mata and Ander Herrera, even if they are not playing a lot or if they are not starting matches, from the character point of view and by what they represent in the modern society in football they are almost unique pieces that I also don't want to lose."

#4 Eric Bailly

Bailly has fallen from grace

In his first season at the Old Trafford, the former Villarreal man became an essential cog for the team. He was the mainstay of the Red Devils’ backline and attracted a lot of plaudits for how he settled into the Premier League.

However, it seems as though he might just become one of those one-season wonder players for Manchester United as a less-than-impressive second season meant that he is now a backup player for Jose Mourinho.

According to the Mirror, Eric Bailly could consider leaving United as he is not a starter anymore with both Arsenal and Tottenham interested in the player.

#3 Ozil

Mourinho looking at Ozil again

Mesut Ozil and Jose Mourinho might have had a rift during their time at Real Madrid but it seems as though the former Inter manager has moved past all that and might be interested in reuniting with the German at the Old Trafford.

According to Express, the Portuguese tactician is monitoring the situation of the former Real Madrid star. Mourinho did the same last year but in the end, Ozil signed an extension with Arsenal and United ended up with Alexis Sanchez instead.

This January, however, things could be different – and you will have to watch out this space to stay in touch.

#2 Pogba alternative

Pogba could also leave United

Barcelona’s interest in Paul Pogba seems to have no end as the Frenchman is still being targeted by the Catalans. However, the Blaugranas realize that he would cost of a €100 million and so they are looking at Adrien Rabiot as an alternative, say Don Balon.

Meanwhile, Mirror believe that Juventus are willing to add Paulo Dybala as a sweetener to bring Paul Pogba to Turin in a deal that could be worth around £150 million.

According to the report, the Old lady are willing to offer £50 million plus the Argentine to bring back the midfielder who left them in 2016.

#1 Hazard and Kante

Zidane wants them

Chelsea’s fortunes this season has turned upwards after the arrival of Maurizio Sarri at the club. The Italian maestro has revived the team and has also implemented a system wherein the creative abilities of the players are used to the fullest.

Both Kante and Hazard have been key to Chelsea’s newfound methodology but it might be difficult for the Londoners to keep them. According to Don Balon, Manchester United have already began talks that would see Zinedine Zidane join the Red Devils.

The Frenchman intends of not only keeping Paul Pogba and Anthony Martial but also bring in two new faces to the club: Eden Hazard and N’Golo Kante from Chelsea.