Paper Talk: Man Utd to be gifted Bayern Munich contract rebel

Manchester United have been given a big lift in their hopes of signing a Bayern Munich contract rebel, while Friday’s transfer gossip claims that Newcastle are ready to raid a Premier League rival for a powerful forward.

BAYERN READY TO OFFLOAD MAN UTD TARGET

Manchester United have been boosted in their hopes of signing Kingsley Coman next summer, with Bayern Munich reportedly ‘determined’ to sell the France winger.

The 25-year-old has two years left on his contract but is yet to agree terms over a new deal.

And the Daily Mail reports that the Bundesliga giants are keen to cash in on the winger this summer. They would rather do that than lose him for nothing in 2023.

A move away from the Allianz Arena would also suit both parties. Coman has previously stated that he would prefer to start a new adventure elsewhere.

There were reports over the summer that the attacker was trying to force a move to England. Liverpool, Chelsea have previously been linked with the player, along with United.

Bayern have so far refused to meet the player’s wage demands, hence the likely decision he will move on.

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But as for as United are concerned, Coman’s salary will not be an issue.

The winger, who was previously valued at £86million, has won league titles with PSG, Juventus and Bayern.

There is one potential issue on the horizon, however.

The report adds that all the clubs who are chasing Coman will also be closely monitoring his health. The forward underwent a heart operation last month.


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NEWCASTLE TURN TO WATFORD ATTACKER

Watford winger Ismaila Sarr during the club's pre-season 2021

Newcastle’s new owners are looking at Watford forward Ismaila Sarr as a potential first new signing in January. However, the Hornets appear determined to hang on to their biggest asset. (Daily Mail)

Newcastle and Chelsea have reportedly been alerted to the possibility of signing Eden Hazard in January with the Belgian attacker struggling for game time at the Bernabeu. (Daily Mail)

Wayne Rooney says Manchester United’s struggling stars lack effort and commitment. He also stopped short of giving his backing to under-fire manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. (Daily Mail)

Turkish media tycoon Acun Ilicali is reported to have agreed a £30m fee to take control of Hull City and he is set to bring in a new Turkish coach and a number of players from the country as well. (Daily Mail)

Manchester United will not sell Paul Pogba in January and are fully prepared for the midfielder to leave at the end of the season for free when his contract expires. (Daily Telegraph)

Barcelona are closing in on the appointment of Xavi Hernandez as their new head coach. (Daily Telegraph)

ARSENAL ON RED ALERT OVER BUNDESLIGA STAR

Jonas Hoffman and Denis Zakaria celebrate for Borussia Monchengladbach

Arsenal are on red alert after Switzerland star Denis Zakaria stalled on signing a new contract with Bundesliga side Borussia Monchengladbach. (The Sun)

Donny van de Beek and Eric Bailly are seeking assurances over their respective futures at Manchester United. (The Sun)

Aston Villa are in pole position to land in-demand River Plate’s Julian Alvarez. The striker has been scoring at nearly a goal-a-game for the Argentinian side this season. (The Sun)

Lens star Jonathan Clauss, who is being tipped for a first France call-up at the age of 29, has revealed it was his childhood dream to play for Chelsea. (The Sun)

Eddie Nketiah is set to snub the offer of a new contract with Arsenal unless he receives more playing time. (The Sun)

Chelsea are interested in West Brom teenager Leonardo Cardoso, who is yet to sign his first professional contract at The Hawthorns. (The Sun)


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AND MORE TRANSFER GOSSIP

Real Madrid forward Eden Hazard in action in 2021

Chelsea believe they will have to sell three players in order to finance a return for Real Madrid forward Eden Hazard. (Daily Express)

Neymar has urged Paris Saint-Germain to go into battle with Liverpool for the signature of Leeds midfielder Raphinha. (Daily Express)

Former Newcastle midfielder Geremi has thrown his hat into the ring to become the club’s new sporting director. (Daily Express)

Dele Alli is likely to leave Tottenham in the January transfer window. (Daily Express)

January signing Omar Rekik was one of six young Arsenal players given the chance to train with the first team as Mikel Arteta looks for his next breakthrough star. (The Sun)

Henrik Larsson could remain as part of Barcelona’s backroom staff if Xavi Hernandez takes over as manager despite the likelihood of him bringing multiple members of Al-Sadd staff with him. (Daily Record)