Man United transfer news: Eddie Howe hire criteria 'revealed', 'race for Arsenal target', Brobbey decision | OneFootball

Red Devils told of tempting option to replace Michael Carrick - if need be

As the international break rumbles on, Manchester United are continuing to be linked with both player and managerial targets.

The Red Devils have made a dawdling start to the new campaign despite a summer of heavy spend.

The club’s back line remains in need of reinforcement, and they have been linked with an exciting young right-back on the continent. they have also learned Brian Brobbey’s conditions of sale.

Here are all the latest Manchester United transfer rumours...

Eddie Howe

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Howe ready to replace Carrick

Eddie Howe is reportedly keen to take on the Man United job should Michael Carrick vacate his post.

The Briton left Newcastle in July and is said to be keen on taking an extended break from football so as to spend more time with his family.

Per reports from The Telegraph, he will be selective with his next job and does not want to take on a project he sees as lesser than Newcastle.

United has been mentioned as a club in which he is interested, as he targets a role at an underachieving legacy club. United fits that bill.

As things stand, though, the club remain committed to Carrick despite his slow start to the season.

United eye Arsenal target

Man United are reportedly ready to rival Arsenal for the signature of Alberto Costa.

Both clubs have sent scouts to check out the Porto right-back, 22, per Caught Offside. He moved to Portugal from Juventus in a €15m (£12.8m) deal last year, but his contract is said to contain a €65m (£55.7m) release clause.

Neither Arsenal nor United have yet formalised their interest in the player, but United could be. set to do exactly that as they prepare to bolster their defensive ranks in coming windows.

Brobbey transfer decision

Sunderland have no plans to sell Brian Brobbey, despite being aware of United’s interest in signing the Dutch striker.

United see Brobbey as a potential upgrade on Benjamin Sesko, according to Football Insider, and have reportedly been monitoring him for some time.

The Black Cats, though, will not entertain any offers for the player’s services. He remains under contract until 2029 and is a key part of Regis Le Bris’ squad, scoring three goals already this season.