Manchester United transfer news and opinion as claims around United's pursuit of Antoine Semenyo emerges and interest in Harry Maguire
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Antoine Semenyo
Antoine Semenyo was reportedly the subject of a transfer bid from Manchester United
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The transfer window closed earlier this week but speculation surrounding Manchester United continues. Ruben Amorim brought in four players in the summer but his squad is still not complete.
Over the course of the window, United were linked with a host of players and managed tofend off interest from a number of teams to sign Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko.
he January transfer window could see United move for players to further bolster Amorim's team. There are now claims around some moves that are only just coming to the surface and could be revisited after Christmas.
With that in mind, MEN Sport brings you the latest transfer news four days after the window closed...
Semenyo personal terms
The journalist Duncan Castles has claimed that Man United 'aggressively targeted' Bournemouth star Antoine Semenyo in the summer. Speaking on The Transfers Podcast, he explained how the Ghana international decided against a move to Old Trafford.
It's said that United were willing to pay £55 million for Semenyo and Amorim had even taken the forward out for a meal in London. Instead, Bournemouth managed to convince him to sign a new contract at the club.
MEN Sport says: "Semenyo would have been perfect for United after scoring 13 goals last season. He has continued his fine form this term and it's no surprise.
"When he signed a new contract at the Vitality Stadium, some at United would have been gutted to see him stay. "However, the interest is clearly there and there's a chance United revisit the situation next summer."
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Maguire offer made
Centre-back Harry Maguire is reportedly a target for two Saudi Arabian clubs despite previously committing his future to the club. The window in the Middle East closes on September 23 and moves for European players are still possible.
Maguire is currently in his final year at United and there is a chance he could leave the club. The Sun have claimed that Maguire would only consider a move at the end of the season.
MEN Sport says: "United turned down bids for Maguire in the summer and it's obvious why. When he's been utilised by Amorim, he's been reliable and you can see why the Portuguese wanted to keep him at the club.
"With the transfer window now closed and United unable to bring in a replacement, it would take a huge bid from Saudi to even tempt United to sell Maguire before September 23."
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