Manchester United are reportedly keen on signing Manchester City defender Rayan Ait-Nouri, who is open to crossing the divide in January. The Algeria international has struggled for game time at the Etihad and could be available as City look to manage their squad depth. Meanwhile, David Beckham has been backed by some to become the next owner of Manchester United, though any takeover remains speculative.
In other news, Chelsea's Aaron Anselmino has been called up by Argentina despite not playing a single minute this season, while United have reportedly contacted representatives of Bayern Munich's Lennart Karl. Russell Martin has also emerged as a shock managerial target for the Red Devils. In League One, Jermain Defoe is set to take on a new role at Bromley.
The 2027 Asia Cup has been delayed by almost a year due to the ongoing Middle East crisis. In Scotland, Martin O'Neill and Celtic board members faced questioning at a supporters' club meeting, while Scotland manager Sebastien Pocognoli faces concern over Stephen Welsh's early injury in Swansea's clash with Portsmouth.
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