Transfer News LIVE: Man Utd's Carrick Agreement as Assistant Named, Real Axe Alonso, Spurs' £35m Hope, Arsenal Latest

Manchester United are in turmoil with Michael Carrick set for an interim managerial role until season's end, amid reports of Ruben Amorim's sacking. Carrick's first potential signing is Al Hilal's Rúben Neves for around £20m, as United's hierarchy eyes wishlist targets this January window despite a cautious approach focused on long-term stability rather than panic buys.[1][4] No concrete recruitment talks have occurred recently, with moves only for long-term fits or to counter rivals. Interest persists in midfielders like Elliot Anderson (Nottingham Forest, £80m+ valuation, also eyed by Man City), Adam Wharton, Carlos Baleba, and others including João Gomes and Conor Gallagher for summer.[1][2][6] Kobbie Mainoo is seen as United's future but a January exit isn't ruled out if replaced.[2]

Real Madrid have reportedly axed Xabi Alonso, per rumors, shaking up European football.[5] Tottenham hold hope for a £35m deal (context from title, aligning with market moves), while Arsenal latest remains light in updates. Other buzz: Barcelona's Robert Lewandowski may extend despite Saudi and MLS interest; Juventus track Federico Chiesa; Roma agree €25m for Marseille's Robinio Vaz; Man City land Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth for £64m after United interest.[1][3]

Premier League ins/outs heat up: Bournemouth lose Semenyo but gain Fraser Forster free; Brentford sign Kaye Furo (£8.7m); West Ham send Niclas Füllkrug to AC Milan (loan).[3] United recalled loanees Toby Collyer and Sonny Aljofree. Speculation swirls on Zidane to United and Valverde links, with Harry Kane eyed by Barca.[5] Window opens amid disciplined strategies, prioritizing structure over splashy fixes.[2][4]

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