Man United Transfer News: Mainoo's Future, Neves' Price, Adeyemi's Twist
Welcome to our live coverage of the latest Manchester United transfer news and rumors for Wednesday, January 14. Michael Carrick has been named as the interim head coach until the end of the season, with the club aiming to strengthen their position in the second half and secure a spot in European football for 2026/27. As the January transfer window heats up, several players are linked with both arrivals and exits at Old Trafford.
Carrick has a 'deadline' to determine Kobbie Mainoo's role in his plans, as the midfielder continues to be frustrated by limited playing time under Ruben Amorim. The 20-year-old Mainoo is reportedly considering a move away from Manchester if he doesn't get more game time, with Napoli reportedly leading the race to sign him on loan.
In other news, Manchester United is linked with LDU Quito's Ederson Castillo, a 17-year-old Ecuadorian midfielder dubbed the 'new Moises Caicedo'. United could secure his services for as little as £4 million, with Barcelona and Real Madrid also tracking him. The club is also in informal contact with Karim Adeyemi, whose potential exit from Borussia Dortmund is generating rumors.
Stay tuned for more updates in our live blog...
12:15 PM: Backroom Staff Confirmed
Michael Carrick's backroom staff has been announced, including Jonny Evans, Craig Mawson, Travis Binnion, Steve Holland, and Jonathan Woodgate.
11:44 AM: Zirkzee Transfer Twist
AS Roma is considering keeping Evan Ferguson on loan until the end of the season, as uncertainty surrounds Joshua Zirkzee's future at Manchester United.
10:44 AM: Academy Striker on Loan
Manchester United's Ethan Wheatley will spend the second half of the season on loan at Bradford City, after making 20 starts for Northampton in the third division.
10:09 AM: United Leading Race for Castillo
Man United is the 'most interested' team in signing LDU star Ederson Castillo, with a potential move in January for around £4 million. Barcelona and Real Madrid are also tracking him.
9:34 AM: New Goalkeeper Targeted
Man United is considering a move for Roma's Mile Svilar, with Chelsea, United, and Tottenham prepared to make the deal happen.
8:55 AM: Bayern Munich Joins Elliot Anderson Race
Bayern Munich is prepared to take control of the race to sign Elliot Anderson, aiming to improve Vincent Kompany's midfield.
8:10 AM: Leipzig 'Prepared' to Bid for United Target
RB Leipzig is plotting a move for Sassuolo center-back Tarik Muharemovic, who has been linked with Manchester United. The German side is leading the race, with a potential £22 million bid.
7:38 AM: Barcelona Considering Rashford Transfer
Barcelona wants to sign Marcus Rashford on a permanent basis next summer but is hesitant to pay the agreed fee. They prefer a lower fee or another loan deal with an obligation at the end of next season.
7:04 AM: Atletico 'Considering' Llorente Sale
After a £30 million bid from Man United, Atletico Madrid is unsure about selling Marcos Llorente, with some valuing him as a valuable player and others considering his age (30) and potential decline.
6:22 AM: Mainoo 'Open' to Loan
The Daily Mail reports that Kobbie Mainoo could still leave Manchester United on loan this month, despite Carrick's appointment. Mainoo's relationship with the hierarchy is fragile, and he seeks more playing time before the World Cup.
