Man Utd transfer news LIVE: Antony ANNOUNCED by United, Sergino Dest and Wan-Bissaka SWAP, Hakimi enquiry – updates

Done deal!

Manchester United midfielder Hannibal Mejbri has joined Championship outfit Birmingham City on loan for the remainder of the season.

An excerpt of a club statement read: "Manchester United midfielder Hannibal has joined Birmingham City on loan for the 2022/23 season."

It signed off: "Everybody would like to wish Hannibal the best of luck this term, as we follow his progress at St. Andrew’s."

Mendes working on Ronaldo 'swap deal'

Super agent Jorge Mendes is reportedly still working on a swap deal with Cristiano Ronaldo and Napoli ace Victor Osimhen.

That's according to Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, who said on Monday: "In fact, there are hours of waiting to understand if Jorge Mendes , agent of the Portuguese champion, will bring a concrete offer to realize the return of Ronaldo to Italy and the transfer of Osimhen to Manchester United."

Ref alert

Paul Tierney will officiate Manchester United's Premier League clash with Arsenal on Sunday afternoon.

Deal imminent

Birmingham City are on the verge of signing Manchester United midfielder Hannibal Mejbri on loan for the remainder of the season.

That's according to The Athletic, who claim the deal could be completed "today."

Asensio offered to Red Devils

Wantaway Real Madrid midfielder Marco Asensio has been offered to Manchester United.

That's according to Fabrizio Romano, who told : "Marco Asensio has been offered to many important English clubs by his agent over the past two weeks, including Arsenal and Man Utd.

“Right now he is not the priority for Man Utd. He was one of the options in case the Antony deal didn’t go through. But now it’s almost done, so that’s not the case. And I don’t see them signing another winger at this point.

“For Arsenal there are no direct negotiations with Real Madrid but the relationship with Jorge Mendes is always very good so it could be a last-minute idea. But at the moment it is no negotiations.

“Certainly Marco Asensio is looking for an opportunity and by deadline day he will try to find a good opportunity because he wants to play. He wants regular playing time. But if he doesn’t play, he will stay at Real Madrid and then have a great chance to go on a free transfer next summer.

“So his agent may be working on a free transfer for next summer if nothing happens this week.”

Gakpo breaks silence on future

PSV ace Cody Gakpo admits his future is a "puzzle" in light of United's imminent signing of Antony.

He told ESPN: "Fun for [Antony], but for me and my future, I think that has no influence.

"It's like a puzzle so in the next few days I will see which puzzle fits best.

"For me, it'd certainly not be bad to stay at PSV. We'll see."

Dubravka deal 'agreed'

Manchester United have reportedly reached a "full agreement" with Newcastle for goalkeeper Martin Dubravka.

Journalist Jonathan Shrager tweeted: "Manchester United and Newcastle United have reached a full agreement on Martin Dubravka.

"A few personal terms left to finalise with the player. But looks promising."

Ronaldo contract talks

Italian giants Napoli have held talks with Cristiano Ronaldo over a permanent move.

Ronaldo's agent Jorge Mendes began sounding out a potential loan to Diego Maradona Stadium last month.

But according to the Manchester Evening news, talks over a permanent move to Naples have since taken place.

Napoli, however, are reportedly "prepared to settle for a loan deal as they are pressed for time."

Antony debut date

Antony is unlikely to make his Manchester United debut this week due to work permit issues.

It's understood the Brazilian is on course to feature in the Red Devils clash with Arsenal on Sunday.

McTominay plea

Former Manchester United midfielder Luke Chadwick has urged the club not to sell Scott McTominay, who has been linked with a move to Newcastle.

He told CaughtOffside: “He’s had some absolutely exceptional games, but it’s hard to completely judge him given the weak teams he’s had around him at Manchester United.

"Like with Fred, I think he’s got a fantastic attitude but there’s a lot of focus on them in an otherwise struggling team.

“McTominay’s come through the academy, he plays his heart out on the pitch. I’m sure he can force his way into the team at least as a squad player, and have an important role to play at United.

“Sometimes against top, top-level opposition he can be found wanting, but for me, he’s still got loads to offer, and you want those players with the Man United DNA around the squad.”

A-mad for another loan move

Amad Diallo is expected to leave Manchester United on loan once the club's mega-money deal for Antony is completed.

that the Red Devils have already received 'numerous enquiries' for their young Ivorian winger.

Diallo joined United as a teenager from Atalanta in 2020 for £37m but has so far failed to make an impression at Old Trafford.

The right winger went out on loan to Glasgow Rangers in the second half of last season, but also struggled to make a lasting impact at Ibrox.

The 20-year-old has three years remaining on his United contract, and may temporarily move back to Serie A in order to regain his form.

Blimey! United scout O'Riley

Manchester United have sent scouts to take a closer watch of Celtic's in-demand Matt O'Riley.

The midfielder has also recently attracted attention from Arsenal, Liverpool and Borussia Dortmund.

Since moving from MK Dons for £1.5m in January, the 21 year-old has become a firm favourite at Parkhead.

Although appearing for England at youth levels, the Londoner has recently featured for Denmark U21, who he qualifies for through his mother.

Despite being a highly-rated youngster at Fulham, then-manager Scott Parker continually overlooked O'Riley, instead preferring to start his own brother-in-law Harry Arter in midfield.

Breaking: Frenkie goes to London?

Barcelona star ahead of catching a flight to London.

The Dutch midfielder has been a long-term target of Manchester United with negotiations between the two clubs now into a fourth month.

However, as that transfer saga dragged on, Chelsea also registered their interest in the 25-year-old.

Despite some immediate excitement on social media as soon as the footage emerged, it is understood that

Instead, the player is said to be travelling with compatriot Memphis Depay in order to attend Donny van de Beek's wedding.

Could all three be teammates at Old Trafford by the time the honeymoon is over?

Hannibal heading off to Blues

Talented Tunisian teenager Hannibal Mejbri will this week put pen to paper on a new long-term contract at Old Trafford - and then immediately head off to Birmingham City on loan.

Manchester United are keen for the midfielder to commit his future to the club, and also want him to earn some crucial experience of first team football in the Championship.

Both deals are close to being finalised although there has been a slight dispute over the wage contribution of the St Andrews club.

However, United enjoy a good relationship with the Blues, having leant them both Tahith Chong and Teden Mengi last term.

Aaron off? Dest foot forward

Two further names under discussion in the ongoing talks between Manchester United and Barcelona are Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Sergino Dest.

And Spanish publication Sport believe that the two clubs are exploring the idea of a swap deal involving the two right-backs.

Wan-Bissaka arrived at Old Trafford in 2019 from Crystal Palace for an initial fee of £45m, but has since lost his first team spot to Diogo Dalot.

Erik ten Hag has previously indicated the 24-year-old can leave United, and only then would the Red Devils pursue another player in his position.

Dest, a 21-year-old American international, has made 72 appearances for the Catalan giants.

United looking at Ron replacements

Manchester United's quiet pursuit of a forward suggests Cristiano Ronaldo is still looking for a way out of Old Trafford with three days of the transfer window remaining.

The Portuguese forward is desperate to continue his career in the Champions League, but is running out of options after numerous rejections.

However, under the radar, United have been in discussions with Barcelona regarding deals for both Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Memphis Depay.

The Athletic report that the Red Devils are interested in bringing in either the ex-Arsenal captain or their former forward on a temporary basis.

Foxes next for Ten Hag

Manchester United made it two wins in six days with success at Southampton on Saturday,

The result also ended the Red Devils' nightmare away run of seven straight defeats in the Premier League.

Now Erik ten Hag is targeting a third victory of the season and another on the road.

The Dutchman takes United to Leicester City on Thursday night with the aim of ending another unwanted sequence.

While United have much the better of the head-to-head record in the top-flight, they have not beaten the Foxes in the last four meetings.

United's last win in this fixture came in July 2020 when late goals from Bruno Fernandes and Jesse Lingard earned them a 2-0 victory at the King Power.

Abra-Dubravka! Another one arrives

Manchester United could announce their latest signing this afternoon, but it may not be Antony.

Before the Brazilian is unveiled, the Red Devils are expected to complete the loan signing of Newcastle goalkeeper Martin Dubravka.

The Slovakian stopper will move to Old Trafford on an initial temporary basis for a fee of £5m with an option to make the deal permanent at the end of the season.

Fabrizio Romano reports that personal terms have already been agreed after the 33-year-old informed the Magpies of his desire to leave in order to make his dream move.

Antony agent's telling true stories

Ajax star Antony is expected to complete his long-awaited move to Manchester United TODAY.

It was confirmed late last night that the two clubs had agreed a deal that could eventually be worth up to £84m for the winger.

And in a sneak preview of the transfer being wrapped up, the player's agent posted a new story on Instagram.

Junior Pedrosa simply said 'Here we go!', echoing the catchphrase of transfers expert Fabrizio Romano when a new deal is set to be announced.

Romano himself gave the switch the green light by replying to with a tick once they had reposted Pedrosa's comment.

Good morning, Man Utd fans

The Red Devils have FINALLY agreed a deal with Ajax to sign Brazilian winger Antony.

The Athletic say a breakthrough in negotiations was made over the weekend and the two clubs settled on a fee worth an overall £84million.

He is set to fly to the UK in the next 48 hours for a medical with his new side, according to Sky Sports.

Elsewhere, PSV Eindhoven star Cody Gakpo has confirmed the Red Devils are chasing his signature.

When quizzed on his future, the 23-year-old declared: "There are also other options, United are a serious option.

“I can hear it all. I try to shut myself off from it, but it's difficult."

United have been linked with a £34m swoop for the left-winger, although PSV are thought to be demanding more to part ways with the attacker.

And finally, sensational reports claim Cristiano Ronaldo has been offered to Chelsea.

 say the 37-year-old's agent, Jorge Mendes, has approached the Blues as he tries to secure his client a move away from Old Trafford.

Ronaldo remains keen to leave the club before deadline day on Thursday.

Done and dusted

Antony's agent, Junior Pedroso, has seemingly confirmed the 22-year-old's move to Manchester United.

Pedroso wrote on his Instagram story: "Here we go!"

He also posted an airplane emoji and used United's red and white colours to write the three word message.

Ronaldo 'offered to Chelsea'

Cristiano Ronaldo's agent Jorge Mendes has reportedly offered Chelsea the chance to sign the striker.

The 37-year-old is running out of time to seal a move away from Old Trafford.

After initially being linked with the Blues earlier in the summer,  claim super-agent Mendes has offered Ronaldo's services to the Londoners.

Thomas Tuchel was not keen on the idea of signing the Portuguese superstar, despite new owner Todd Boehly approving of the transfer.

But Tuchel remains desperate to recruit a striker before the end of the window, and Ronaldo remains desperate to continue playing Champions League football.

Antony set for United medical

Antony will reportedly undergo his Manchester United medical within the next 48 hours.

The Red Devils and Ajax have agreed a deal worth £84million for the Brazilian winger, according to The Athletic.

And Sky Sports say the 22-year-old is due in the UK at the start of this week for his medical.

A breakthrough in negotiations between the two clubs was made over the weekend.

Winger Antony is set to follow Erik ten Hag and Lisandro Martinez in swapping Ajax for Old Trafford this summer.

Real demanding Asensio answer

Real Madrid will reportedly ask Marco Asensio this week what his plans for the future are.

The Spain international is keen to leave the Bernabeu before transfer deadline day on Thursday.

Manchester United and Arsenal are both ready to firm up their interest in him, according to the .

Asensio is out of contract with the club at the end of the season.

Agreement reached for Antony

Reports this evening are claiming the Red Devils have finally reached an agreement in principle with Ajax over a move for Antony.

It was claimed earlier today that the two clubs were close to thrashing out terms.

And a breakthrough has been made this weekend, according to .

The 22-year-old is set to join in a deal worth an overall £84million.

A small portion of that is in add-ons, but the Red Devils will pay a guaranteed £80.7m for his services.