Amorim to Man Utd close, Chelsea plot Musiala return, Arsenal problem: FootballTransfers recap

Tom Weber

• Updated: 30 Oct 2024 15:48 CDT
• 4 min read

Wednesday delivered plenty of big storylines as Manchester United took another step towards appointing Ruben Amorim.

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Plus, Chelsea dream of a spectacular return of Jamal Musiala and Arsenal are facing a big goalkeeper problem. There's plenty to cover, so let's jump right in.

Amorim to Man Utd: The state of play

Man Utd are trying to get Rubin Amorim in as quickly as possible, though they may have to show a bit more patience.

The Portuguese boss certainly has the backing of Jose Mourinho.

Transfer plans are already being put in place, with three Sporting stars potentially following him to Old Trafford.

But Amorim will also have to make some big calls on the current squad. Four players already face the axe.

Matthijs de Ligt is another player who could struggle under the new head coach.

Chelsea's Musiala dream

Chelsea are among the clubs monitoring Jamal Musiala's contract situation at Bayern.

Arsenal's goalkeeper problem

Arsenal failed to sign Joan Garcia and shifted their focus to Alex Meret - but now he is slipping away too.

Transfer news

Finally, let's finish up with some more transfer news from around the world. Arsenal loanee Albert Sambi Lokonga has been urged to have a serious talk with the Gunners over his price.

Frenkie de Jong ghosted Man Utd in 2022.

Jurgen Klopp has explained his controversial decision to join Red Bull.

Do Arsenal regret offloading Nuno Tavares? Probably not, but he's doing very well at Lazio.

Neymar has sparked rumours of a reunion with Lionel Messi.

Could Chelsea complete a sensational swap deal with Real Madrid?

Romelu Lukaku showed Chelsea what could have been with a brilliant performance for Napoli against AC Milan.

Brentford have set their price for in-demand Bryan Mbeumo.

Lastly, Arsenal are looking to sign their very own Vinicius Jr.

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