Manchester United's January transfer plans are up in the air after the decision to sack Ruben Amorim last week, with Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson having been one of their top targets
Matty Hewitt
07:00, 11 Jan 2026
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Elliot Anderson has been linked with a transfer to Manchester United.(Image: )
Manchester United are hoping for a quieter week ahead as they look to appoint an interim manager to steer the ship until the end of the season, following the dismissal of Ruben Amorim.
It's understood that United bigwigs are in discussions with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Michael Carrick about a potential return to the Old Trafford hot seat until the season's close.
The focus is firmly on securing a new gaffer after Amorim was given his marching orders last week, in the wake of his fiery press conference tirade following the stalemate with Leeds United. He publicly urged sporting director Jason Wilcox to 'do his job.'
This proved to be his final act at United, with the head coach being shown the exit less than 24 hours later. However, this hasn't put a stop to the transfer rumour mill.
The Daily Star has rounded up the latest transfer chatter and speculation surrounding potential ins and outs at Old Trafford....
Ruben Amorim, Manager of Manchester United during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Newcastle United at Old Trafford on December 26, 2025 in Manchester, England
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Ruben Amorim is no longer the head coach of Manchester United(Image: 2025 Getty Images)
Elliot Anderson's transfer position clarified
Manchester United will have to bide their time until the summer if they're keen on signing England international Elliot Anderson, as Nottingham Forest are holding firm with their not-for-sale stance in January.
The Tricky Trees are battling at the wrong end of the table after qualifying for Europe last season, with Anderson being a standout player. Man United, Bayern Munich, Man City and Chelsea have all been linked with a swoop for the former Newcastle United man.
However, The Athletic reports that his asking price would be too steep for Premier League clubs to make a move this month, given the requirements to meet financial fair play regulations.
That said, an offer in the ballpark of £80m-£100m might tempt Forest into negotiations.
Elliot Anderson of Nottingham Forest
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Elliot Anderson has been rumoured to have interest from Manchester United(Image: Jon Hobley/MI News/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
Championship outfit interested in United prospect
Championship leaders Hull City are pursuing a loan deal for Manchester United youngster Toby Collyer after his return to Old Trafford.
The Tigers are in discussions with United over signing the midfielder, who spent the first half of the campaign on loan at West Brom before being recalled by Ruben Amorim, and could make a U-turn to send the prospect back to the second tier.
"We have an option to bring Collyer from Man United, so we will see," Jakirovic told Hull Live. "We spoke already this summer. It was a very nice conversation together with Jonny Evans at that time, who was the loan manager (at United), but at that time, he chose West Brom, which is OK I respect that.
"Maybe he didn't believe that we would have a good season, and have a good team. It was tricky back then, when you have an embargo, you cannot bring the players. Also, you must look after yourself because you need the minutes, and maybe in our team it's easier to get the minutes."
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Man Utd 'prevent' January departure
Manchester United have reportedly shut down any transfer discussions with Serie A outfit AS Roma concerning a January departure for sidelined striker Joshua Zirkzee.
The Dutch international has found himself on the periphery this season after the summer arrivals of Benjamin Sesko, Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo.
Speaking to DAZN, Roma's sporting director Massara revealed: "At the moment, United have closed off all transfer talks after the change of manager. I doubt they'll change their minds."