Manchester United Round-Up: Radamel Falcao To Sign , Everton Defender Targeted, Gareth Bale Rumours Quashed

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United want Falcao permanently

MARCA believe Manchester United are willing to pay up to £44 million to make Radamel Falcao’s loan move from AS Monaco a permanent one.

The Spanish newspaper claims the Colombian has passed recent fitness tests with flying colours and the United hierarchy are confident he will be able to remain fit for an entire season.

The report says Falcao’s agent has already met with representatives from AS Monaco to get the ball rolling.

Coleman identified as solution to problem right back area

Everton defender Seamus Coleman is being targeted by Manchester United for a January transfer that could cost up to £20 million.

The Red Devils fear the Irishman may only be available in the summer but are hoping to get the deal wrapped up as quickly as possible as United manager Louis Van Gaal has little faith in current right back Rafael Da Silva according to the Guardian.

Real Madrid President quashes Bale rumours

Florentino Perez has completely rebuked reports linking Gareth Bale with a sensational move to Manchester United.

The Independent reports the Real president as saying: “We have not received an offer from Manchester or any other club for Gareth Bale.

“We would never listen to any offer for Bale, no matter what the fee.”

£11.5 million the price for El Shaarawy

AC Milan have reportedly but an £11.5 million price tag on United target Stephan El Shaarawy if the Red Devils want to sign him in January.

The Italian giants wish to offload the striker to free up funds for other transfers but United face competition from Arsenal and Liverpool for his signature says the Daily Express.

Van Gaal surprised by enthusiastic support

Louis Van Gaal says he is shocked by the level of support he has received since joining the Red Devils this summer.

United endured their worst start to a season since 1986/87 however the Dutchman’s side have not lost any of their past nine games and Van Gaal has praised supporters for their faith in his side.

“I’m thanking the fans because they were very important in my first six months,” he said according to the BBC.

“I have never had the experience that when you lose or draw at home the fans are still applauding for you, showing their belief in you. Never.”

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