Saudi sides target Maguire
“And Maguire has become a target of Saudi sides Al Nassr and Al Ettifaq. He is free to open talks with clubs when January 1 hits and would be able to command huge wages if he decided to head to the Middle East and join the Pro-League.
“Maguire’s contract had been up last summer, but United elected to trigger a 12-month extension in his deal. Now, The Red Devils aren’t expected to offer fresh terms as they look to the future.
“Maguire will be 33 in March, and could be tempted to cash in on what would be the last lucrative move of his career, particularly with his England career winding down.”
Kane could make Al Hilal switch
The Daily Mail relays claims in Germany that Harry Kane could make a move to the Saudi Pro League.
The paper suggests that Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal could return for the player after being interested back in 2023.
“Kane has been in stellar form this season, scoring 17 goals in nine games to put Bayern top of the Bundesliga and the Champions League league phase.
“There has been some speculation over his future due to his contract expiring in 2027 and last month we shared reports of Kane having a £56.7 million release clause, so long as he announces his intention to go in the winter.
“And all this has piqued the interest of Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal, who are willing to offer him an ‘unbelievable’ sum, according to Bild Sport.
“The German paper claims Al-Hilal wanted to pay him a whopping £261m for a three-year deal back in 2023 when he was departing Tottenham. Such a gargantuan sum could still be on the table.”
Ten Hag linked with Ajax return
Reports in the Netherlands suggest that former Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag could return to Ajax.
Ten Hag left his last club, Bayer Leverkusen, in September after a disastrous spell in Germany.
“Ten Hag, 55, barely lasted four months at Leverkusen, who dismissed him on September 1 after just three matches in charge.
“However, the Dutchman could be set for a quick return to the dugout.
“According to De Telegraaf, Ten Hag could make an emotional return to Ajax in January.
“The Dutch giants are under increasing pressure after a poor start under current boss John Heitinga, with fans calling for change.”
United plan to keep Amorim on board
Manchester United are not looking to sack manager Ruben Amorim, despite the club’s poor start to the season.
Further to that, The Express believes that financial constraints will not play a part in any decision over the Portuguese’s Old Trafford future.
“Financial considerations related to sacking Amorim are reportedly not influencing any decisions regarding his future at the club.
“Should a switch occur, Gareth Southgate is unlikely to feature in any potential recruitment process. The 55-year-old has remained without employment since stepping down from his England role in July 2024.
“It’s understood that United still have faith in the Portuguese manager, who is committed to turning the club’s fortunes around. Both parties recognise the need for improved results, and it’s noted that the squad also supports the head coach.”
