Transfer News Today: Maguire shines for Man Utd plus Rice, Paqueta and Tonali latest

Robin Bairner

• 21 Oct 2023 23:33 BST
• 3 min read

Manchester United claimed a 2-1 victory over Sheffield United in the Premier League on Saturday, with two players linked with a summer move to West Ham taking centre stage in that success.

Scott McTominay continued his resurgent form by scoring the opening goal in that game, and though he conceded a penalty for handball almost immediately afterwards, manager Erik ten Hag was full of praise for the Scotland international midfielder, saying that he is “an example” to his teammates.

Similarly, Harry Maguire was named player of the match, and Ten Hag might well consider using the much-criticised defender more often given Man Utd have an outstanding record when the England centre-back has started over the course of the last year.

Man Utd watch Sociedad pair

FootballTransfers has exclusively revealed that Manchester United had scouts watching Real Sociedad as they defeated Real Mallorca 1-0.

The Red Devils were particularly watching two players, including one who could be a replacement for the out-of-favour Jadon Sancho.

Man City still targeting Paqueta

In more exclusive news, FootballTransfers has been told that Man City are continuing to track West Ham midfielder Lucas Paqueta.

Mixed day for new Arsenal signings

Arsenal fought back from 2-0 down to draw 2-2 against Chelsea in a Premier League thriller at Stamford Bridge.

Declan Rice sparked the comeback to justify Mikel Arteta’s faith in him, but on the other hand, David Raya has come under fire for his performance in goal.

Ramos’ fiery Real Madrid reunion

Sergio Ramos gave a defensive masterclass as Sevilla drew 1-1 with Real Madrid, but he tangled spectacularly with one member of Los Blancos’ squad.

Tonali’s last dance?

Reports in Italy suggest that Newcastle’s Sandro Tonali may have played his last game of the season, with the prospect of a lengthy betting ban being handed to him next week. It was a successful outing for the Italian as Newcastle beat Crystal Palace 4-0.

The Magpies are already plotting their move in this case.

PSG youngster Zaire-Emery in new contract talks

PSG wonderkid Warren Zaire-Emery is in talks with the club over a new contract, FootballTransfers can confirm. The teenager had been linked with a move to several Premier League clubs during the summer.