All Sunday’s transfer news, rumours and done deals as Manchester United’s Aaron Wan-Bissaka bid is rejected
Review all of Sunday’s transfer news
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Your support makes all the difference.Manchester United, Barcelona, Chelsea and Liverpool remain the talk of the rumour mill as the transfer window creeps into view.
Earlier this week Real Madrid finally announced the signing of Eden Hazard for a fee that could come to exceed £150m. Elsewhere, Daniel James completed his £18m move from Swansea to Manchester United.
The future of Matthijs de Ligt meanwhile remains uncertain, with the 19-year-old defender currently linked to a host of clubs eager to land his signature. Review all the day's news below:
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Marcelo's Real future in doubt
Veteran left-back Marcelo's future is unclear at the Bernabeu with Madrid set to complete a deal £45m deal to sign Lyon left-back Ferland Mendy.
According to Marca, the Brazilian has been told he will no be guaranteed a starting position.
Longstaff distances himself from Old Trafford move
The 21-year-old Magpies starlet is intent on cementing a first-team spot at St James' Park.
United want Bale on loan
Manchester United want to bring Gareth Bale to Old Trafford on a loan deal, but have ruled out the possibility of a permanent signing, according to the Mirror.
Madrid are desperate to offload the Welshman after completing the signing of Eden Hazard and would even consider helping to finance part of Bale's £480,000-per-week.
United consider Dier as Matic replacement
Manchester United have targeted Tottenham's Eric Dier as a possible replacement for Nemanja Matic, according to The Times.
The Spurs and England holding midfielder is part of a lengthy shortlist that also includes West Ham's Declan Rice.
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