TRANSFER GOSSIP COLUMN: Man United target in-form Stuttgart striker Serhou Guirassy, Thomas Frank ‘reluctant’ to see Ivan Toney depart and West Ham are in for out-of-favour Chelsea defender
- United face a busy winter period as they look to strengthen their attacking options
- Newcastle are looking for reinforcements to ease Eddie Howe's selection headache
- Manchester United in a mess – they have a collapse in them – It all starts
The countdown to the January transfer window has begun as clubs position themselves to make key additions this winter.
Manchester United are preparing for a busy period with the investment promise of Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who is about to complete his minority purchase of the club.
The Red Devils have been linked with attacking players on the continent in recent days, but they could face competition from their Premier League rivals for a striker who can be relied on to score regularly.
But Erik ten Hag's side are not the only team looking to address their selection issues after a poor start to the season.
Here, Mail Sport takes a look at all the latest transfer news and gossip on Saturday morning.
Serhou Guirassy has been in red-hot form this season with fifteen goals in ten Bundesliga games
Brentford are set to welcome back star striker Ivan Toney, who has been suspended
Newcastle youngster Yankuba Minteh is enjoying a productive loan at Feyenoord
United are reportedly interested in signing in-form striker Serhou Guirassy from Stuttgart to provide competition for Rasmus Hojlund. The 27-year-old, who is also on Newcastle's wish list, has scored 15 goals in just 10 Bundesliga games this season. (Guardian).
The Magpies are considering recalling their 19-year-old Gambian winger Yankuba Minteh from his Eredivisie loan spell at Feyenoord to help ease their injury crisis. (Telegraph).
Brentford boss Thomas Frank is reluctant to let star striker Ivan Toney leave the Community Stadium in the January transfer window amid strong interest from several top clubs. (Evening standard).
West Ham are preparing a shock move for Chelsea defender Ian Maatsen, who has fallen from grace. The 21-year-old has struggled to find game time at Stamford Bridge this season after excelling in Burnley's successful Championship campaign on loan at Turf Moor last season. (Sun).
Rangers risk losing ex-Norwich winger Todd Cantwell after the 25-year-old was roped in by manager Philippe Clement before half-time in their disappointing 1-1 Europa League draw against Aris Limassol on Thursday. (Daily record).
Ian Maatsen has struggled to find playing time at Stamford Bridge this season after excelling on loan at Turf Moor
Oscar Bobb has played four games in the Premier League for Pep Guardiola's team this season
21-year-old Nico Williams has already played eleven games at international level for Spain
Juventus have started contract talks with Arsenal and Man United goalkeeper Dusan Vlahovic. The 23-year-old Serbian striker has two years left on his contract in Turin. (Gazette).
Manchester City is about to sign a new contract for promising 20-year-old striker Oscar Bobb. (90 minutes).
Barcelona are unwilling to pay the £43million release clause in Nico Williams' contract. The 21-year-old Atletico Bilbao striker could be in action this summer. (Mundo Deportivo).
Tottenham and Brentford will battle it out for 20-year-old Belgian winger Johan Bakayoko from PSV in January. (Football insider).
