Manchester United are reportedly exploring options to replace manager Michael Carrick should they part ways with him. Technical director Jason Wilcox is said to favour former Newcastle United boss Eddie Howe, according to TalkSport. Julian Nagelsmann, the former Bayern Munich and Germany coach, is also reportedly keen on the role and would be considered, the Telegraph reports. Aston Villa boss Unai Emery is among the club's dream candidates, according to i news.
Former Chelsea and Tottenham manager Antonio Conte has also reportedly been approached about a possible return to the Premier League, according to La Repubblica. Any move to bring in Brighton's Fabian Hurzeler would likely require a world-record fee, the Telegraph adds, although TalkSport reports Hurzeler would not be interested in the United job if it became available.
Elsewhere, Arsenal are reportedly targeting a move for Atletico Madrid and Spain World Cup-winning winger Alex Baena, 25, in the January transfer window. The Gunners are also monitoring Monza striker Gustavo Varela, 21, though Napoli and Benfica are also interested in the Portuguese player, Gazzetta dello Sport reports.
Brazil defender Gleison Bremer, 29, is wanted by Bayer Leverkusen and could leave Juventus in January, according to Gazzetta dello Sport.
Source: BBC Sport Football · Summarized by HeadlinesBriefing