Man Utd APPOINT Amorim, Enzo Fernandez TRUTH, Partey contract OFFER: FootballTransfers recap

Cameron Smith

• 1 Nov 2024 23:00 GMT
• 7 min read

Friday 1 November saw Manchester United appoint Ruben Amorim as Erik ten Hag's replacement, while Enzo Fernandez continues to be linked with a Chelsea exit and Thomas Partey could be handed a new Arsenal contract.

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Below, FootballTransfers runs through the biggest news stories from the day.

EXCLUSIVE Transfer News

Arsenal are planning to offer midfielder Thomas Partey a new contract at the club.

Man Utd News

Man Utd have officially announced the appointment of Ruben Amorim as their new head coach.

He remains in charge of Sporting until 11 November, but Amorim has issued his first message to Man Utd supporters.

Furthermore, Diogo Dalot has praised Amorim ahead of his arrival at Old Trafford.

It has also been revealed why Man Utd chose Amorim as their next head coach.

In addition, Amorim will reportedly earn less than Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford.

Meanwhile, Ten Hag has broken his silence following his sacking.

However, Man Utd could be without eight players for their clash against Chelsea this weekend.

Lastly, Man Utd reportedly turned down the chance to sign Bayer Leverkusen star Jeremie Frimpong this summer.

Chelsea News

Former Chelsea defender Kalidou Koulibaly believes that Nicolas Jackson can win the Ballon d'Or if he puts his mind to it.

Toni Kroos believes that it would have been worse for Jurgen Klopp to join Chelsea over Red Bull - and the Liverpool legend seems to agree.

Meanwhile, Thomas Muller has told Jamal Musiala to 'not even waste a thought' on potentially leaving Bayern Munich amid links with a return to Chelsea.

In other Chelsea news, Enzo Maresca has explained why Enzo Fernandez is no longer a guaranteed starter at Stamford Bridge.

Furthermore, Paul Scholes has criticised Mauricio Pochettino’s decision to name Reece James as Chelsea’s club captain last summer.

Arsenal News

Mikel Arteta has urged England superstar Bukayo Saka to become a leader at Arsenal this season.

Meanwhile, Arteta is pushing for a reunion with Bayern Munich winger Leroy Sane, according to reports.

Furthermore, Arsenal could have a free run at Nico Williams if he extends his Athletic Club contract, according to Spanish media.

Other Football News

Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has sent potential Premier League suitors such as Chelsea and Arsenal a clear message over his plans for the January transfer window.

Barcelona starlet Pau Cubarsi has criticised the no-show of Real Madrid rival Vinicius Junior at Monday’s Ballon d’Or, with the Brazilian facing accusations of being “childish”.

Napoli and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia have failed to reach an agreement regarding the winger's new contract, according to reports.

Kylian Mbappe continues to face mounting criticism at Real Madrid, with claims made that he is neither as deadly as Cristiano Ronaldo nor as effective for the team as Karim Benzema.

Jurgen Klopp has admitted that he is 'uncomfortable' being compared to Pep Guardiola because the Manchester City boss is 'so much better than the rest.'

Sergio Ramos could be on the verge of a move to Boca Juniors, Spanish media reports.

Officials from Saudi Arabia have met with Vinicius Jr’s entourage in Madrid, according to reports.

Former Barcelona coach Xavi convinced Lamine Yamal to snub PSG when he was 15, according to Spanish media.

Newcastle United have joined Liverpool and Aston Villa in the race to sign Sevilla youngster Loic Bade, according to reports.

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