Lewis Hall

Manchester United's recruitment plans for January hinge on managerial stability, with Fabrizio Romano noting a conditional approach to the market while Paul Scholes warns against further upheaval.

Lewis Hall remains a target for Manchester United following an impressive England showing, though his new long-term Newcastle contract complicates a potential move.

Manchester United are expected to reassess a move for Barcelona left-back Alejandro Balde in January, following failed summer negotiations over the defender’s valuation and transfer structure.

Manchester United are reportedly planning for a future without Luke Shaw, with no current signs of a contract renewal for the 31-year-old.

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick favoured a new left-back during the summer window before ultimately shifting focus to secure a £70m deal for Carlos Baleba.

Manchester United are monitoring Federico Dimarco's situation at Inter Milan as the Italian club's new wage policies delay contract extension discussions.

Lewis Hall has agreed a new contract extension with Newcastle, complicating Manchester United's plans to recruit the England international left-back.

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.