Jorge Salinas Viadero

Xavi Espart has solidified his role as Barcelona's starting left-back following the club's unsuccessful attempts to sign Jorge Salinas and the collapse of negotiations with Manchester United for Alejandro Balde.

Wayne Rooney has warned that Manchester United's failure to sign a left-back and a fit striker has left manager Michael Carrick short of depth.

Manchester United are assessing left-back alternatives, including Adrien Truffert, after Newcastle blocked their pursuit of Lewis Hall.

Manchester United did not sign a left-back in the summer, leaving Luke Shaw as the sole senior option. January targets include Lewis Hall, Alejandro Balde, and Jorge Salinas.

Manchester United opted not to sign Racing Santander defender Jorge Salinas on deadline day, choosing against triggering the 19-year-old's €16m release clause.