Manchester United Roundup: Schneiderlin Targeted, World-Class Defender Deal Almost Done, Falcao Right To Be Dropped And More

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Southampton star a January target

Saints midfielder Morgan Schneiderlin is a January transfer target for Van Gaal, reports the Express. The Red Devils have now joined the race to sign the highly-fought after 25 year old and could hijack Arsenal’s move in an attempt to sure up the Man United midfield.

Deal for top young defender almost done

A deal to sign one of the best young defenders, Aymeric Laporte, is 80% done, says the Daily Star. The Athletic Bilbao will cost the Red Devils £25m with the transfer nearing completion.

Van Gaal defends dropping Falcao

Louis van Gaal has defended his decision to drop star signing Radamel Falcao from the side that lost to Southampton on Sunday. In quotes from the Mirror, the United boss said – “I don’t have any position for a second striker. Also I have Wayne Rooney”. It certainly seems the £44million striker is third-choice behind Wayne Rooney and Robin van Persie at Old Trafford.

Manchester United to battle Arsenal for Celtic star

Manchester United and Arsenal are set to battle for the signature of Celtic defender Virgil van Dijk, but the Daily Star reports that the £10m rated defender is unlikely to leave the Scottish club until the summer.