"Manchester United are intent on signing either Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp or Emiliano Martinez from Aston Villa to strengthen Ruben Amorin's goalkeeping options before the close of the transfer window. United are thought to prefer Lammens due to his age (23) and price (17m), with interest registered in the Belgian towards the end of last month. The Belgian is viewed as someone who could dislodge Andre Onana or Altay Bayindir and become the club's No 1 on a long-term basis."
"But with the player not being given any guarantees of a first-team place under Amorin, there is acknowledgement at United that he may be reluctant to join. Martinez turns 32 on Tuesday and therefore is not viewed at United as being a long-term option. His 35m asking price is also something of a concern at Old Trafford. But with Villa showing interest in Jadon Sancho, a deal could be done for the Argentina World Cup-winner that sees Sancho used as a makeweight."
"Meanwhile, Rasmus Hjlund is in Italy as he looks to secure a loan move to Napoli. An agreement is in place with the Serie A champions and. United expect the deal to happen, one that will include an obligation from Napoli to sign Hjlund on a permanent basis if they qualify for the Champions League. United are almost certain to end the window with no new midfield acquisition. Kobbie Mainoo's wish to leave on loan will not be granted."
Manchester United are pursuing Senne Lammens or Emiliano Martinez to strengthen Ruben Amorin's goalkeeping options before the window closes. United prefer Lammens because he is 23 and valued at £17m; he is seen as capable of displacing Andre Onana or Altay Bayindir and becoming a long-term No 1, though lack of guaranteed first-team football under Amorin may deter him. Martinez, 32, is not viewed as a long-term option and carries a £35m asking price, though Aston Villa's interest in Jadon Sancho could enable a swap. Rasmus Hjlund is expected to join Napoli on loan with an obligation to buy if they reach the Champions League. United do not plan to sign a new midfielder and will refuse Kobbie Mainoo's loan request.
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