Key Highlights :
1. Manchester United suffered their second defeat in their last three Premier League outings yesterday afternoon, losing 2-0 to fellow top-four hopefuls Newcastle United at St James' Park.
2. Second half goals from Joe Willock and substitute Callum Wilson sealed a comfortable victory for the Magpies, lifting them above United in the table, albeit on goal difference, and up to third.
3. It was nothing more than what the home side deserved after dominating the contest from the very first whistle. United, who have now failed to score in each of their last three league matches, something they had not previously done since February 2020, will drop out of the top-four completely if Tottenham Hotspur, who are currently one point behind them, avoid defeat against Everton at Goodison Park tonight.
4. A win would elevate Spurs up to third. The Reds, however, cannot afford to dwell on another disappointing result on the road, as they must now prepare for Wednesday night's clash with seventh-placed Brentford at Old Trafford.
5. United, of course, were beaten 4-0 by the Bees back in August and will be desperate to claim revenge. Elsewhere, the situation in relation to the prospect of a takeover coming to fruition at Old Trafford remains ongoing.
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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.
