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Manchester United transfer news: Morgan Schneiderlin in Everton talks as Ronald Koeman looks to raid Old Trafford in January

Dutchman desperate to bring maligned midfielder to Goodison Park in January but wants to negotiate fair price

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EVERTON have opened talks with Manchester United over a move for Morgan Schneiderlin.

Ronald Koeman made the France midfielder one of his top priorities for the January window and contact has been made between clubs.

 Everton have opened talks with Man Utd to sign Morgan Schneiderlin
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Everton have opened talks with Man Utd to sign Morgan SchneiderlinCredit: Reuters

United slapped a £25million price tag on him to make sure they recoup the £24m they paid Southampton for his signature last year.


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Goodison chiefs hope to negotiate a cheaper price for the 27-year-old, whose departure will free up room in Jose Mourinho’s squad.

Toffees boss Koeman will offer the guarantee of regular football after Schneiderlin found himself on the fringes at Old Trafford.

 The Frenchman has barely featured this season
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The Frenchman has barely featured this seasonCredit: PA:Press Association
 United are looking to recoup Schneiderlin's £25m transfer fee
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United are looking to recoup Schneiderlin's £25m transfer feeCredit: Getty Images

He has not started a league game this season and is behind Paul Pogba, Michael Carrick and Ander Herrera in the pecking order.

Koeman is willing to let James McCarthy, 26, leave to accommodate him with Crystal Palace interested in the Republic of Ireland ace.


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 Ronald Koeman is confident of negotiating a cheaper price
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Ronald Koeman is confident of negotiating a cheaper priceCredit: Getty Images
 Everton are also interested in Memphis Depay
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Everton are also interested in Memphis DepayCredit: Getty Images

Reports also claim Everton will move for Memphis Depay in January following Yannick Bolasie’s injury setback.

The winger is out of favour at Old Trafford and a loan deal could be on the cards.

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