Man United under growing pressure to keep Fellaini as Barcelona's Vidal could be set for Premier League move

David Cooper - Writer 12:42 17/01/2018
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  • The transfer window is well and truly in full swing!

    Here, we take a look at the biggest stories dominating the headlines on Wednesday.

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    MAROUANE FELLAINI

    Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho is certain that Marouane Felliani will stay at Old Trafford, according to the Sun.

    The club are in talks with the Belgian over a new deal, with Mourinho desperate to avoid losing the midfielder at the end of the season.

    Felliani had reportedly rejected a new contract, but discussions have continued to take place.

    With the World Cup fast approaching, the 30-year-old is being lured away by the potential of game-time – having started just three games this term.

    Fenerbahce are interested in signing for the player, with a China-based club also wishing to acquire his services.

    RATING: 6/10

    VERDICT

    Several United fans have wanted to see the back of Fellaini almost since his arrival.

    However, over the last few years, many have come to appreciate him for what he offers in terms of effectiveness and the dedication he shows to the team’s cause.

    It is understood that Mourinho wants the board to renew his contract at all costs, but the Belgian has wants to leave Old Trafford due to a lack of game-time.

    ALEIX VIDAL

    Barcelona star Aleix Vidal could be on his way to the Premier League this month after Sevilla cooled interest, according to Estadio Deportivo .

    The Spaniard has fallen out of favour under Ernesto Valverde with just 10 La Liga appearances this campaign – seven of which have come from the bench.

    With Sergi Roberto and Nelson Semedo in sterling from, it looks an even tougher task for him to force a way into the starting XI.

    Liverpool and Manchester United have all raised interest in Vidal who can play anywhere down the right flank.

    RATING: 7/10

    VERDICT

    At 28, it would be a good move to leave the Camp Nou in order to get his career back on track.

    He is clearly surplus to requirements at Barcelona and a January move needs to be secured in order for him to enjoy his football again.

    Of the current players looking to leave Barcelona, the club would raise the most money from the sale of Vidal – who was bought for €18 million back in 2015.

    A fee of €10 million would be enough get the deal over the line this month – and the prospect of saving his salary for the next two-and-half years would also reduce Barcelona’s wage expenditure.

    MICHY BATSHUAYI

    Chelsea are stalling on a loan approach from Sevilla for Michy Batshuayi until they can complete a loan move for West Ham’s Andy Carroll, according to the Daily Mail.

    Antonio Conte is currently undergoing a scoring crisis and is planning a shock move for the England international.

    Ace attackers Alvaro Morata and Eden Hazard have struggled in recent games, and the Blues are still bidding for their first win of the new calendar year.

    Marseille and Monaco are also both reportedly interested in taking Batshuayi back to France – with the 24-year-old not trusted by Conte.

    RATING: 8/10

    VERDICT

    Conte is keen to bring in back-up for striker Morata and doesn’t see Batshuayi as the right man to lead the side when introduced off the bench.

    The Italian needs to either fork out for a big name striker or take a gamble to relieve the pressure on Morata and Hazard.

    As a short-term fix, perhaps Carroll could be their man.

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