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Manchester United are in the midst of a busy transfer window and there have been a number of updates on the club's official website. Here is a round-up of all the latest Man United news, views and transfer updates from the Manchester Evening News.
First up, Jose Mourinho has confirmed that the club have made an offer for Leicester City midfielder Riyad Mahrez. The Algeria international has been a long-term target for United and the club are hopeful of securing his signature before the transfer window closes.
Mourinho has also confirmed that the club have made an offer for Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane. The France international is one of the most highly-rated defenders in Europe and United are hopeful of securing his signature.
Elsewhere, Mourinho has confirmed that the club are still in the hunt for a new left-back and that they are considering a number of options. The United manager is hopeful of concluding a deal for a left-back before the transfer window closes.
Finally, Mourinho has confirmed that the club are still in the hunt for a new goalkeeper. The United manager is hopeful of concluding a deal for a new goalkeeper before the transfer window closes.