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Manchester United transfer news and rumours: Anthony Martial, Nicola Barella and Umaro Embalo

ROME, ITALY - JANUARY 22:  Nicolo' Barella (C) of Cagliari Calcio competes for the ball with Diego Perotti of AS Roma during the Serie A match between AS R
Image: Nicolo Barella (centre) has been linked with a move away from Cagliari

All the latest Manchester United transfer news and rumours from across the British and European press on Tuesday, January 16.

Manchester United have joined Liverpool and Juventus in the race to sign Cagliari midfielder Nicolo Barella, according to Italian media outlet Corriere dello Sport.

They claim the 20-year-old could be available for around £44m this month, and that Jose Mourinho is keen on bringing him to Old Trafford.

United have also joined the race to sign Benfica forward Umaro Embalo, according to Bild, but face a battle with other top European clubs

Barcelona, Real Madrid and RB Leipzig have all been linked with the 16-year-old, who is yet to play for Benfica's first team.

Anthony Martial thumps his chest after scoring the opening goal
Image: Anthony Martial scored in Man Utd's 3-0 win over Stoke

United have reportedly snubbed a swap deal for Alexis Sanchez including Anthony Martial, according French radio station RMC.

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Martial scored in United's 3-0 win over Stoke on Monday Night Football, and has netted 10 times this season in 31 appearances. United are likely to duel with Chelsea for the signing of Arsenal forward Sanchez in January.

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