Published 15:37 IST, October 5th 2020
Man United transfer news LIVE: Smalling bid accepted; Romero and Dan James left in limbo
Man United transfer news live: AS Roma are set to sign Chris Smalling on a permanent deal; Sergio Romero and Daniel James face an uncertain future.
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Despite a lack of arrivals this transfer window, Manchester United have sold several players this summer - eir outright or on loan, despite mounting criticism from all quarters. Joining list of Man United outgoings - Chris Smalling is set to join AS Roma on a permanent deal after Red Devils agreed to sell him on transfer deadline day.
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Smalling to Roma anuncement soon
According to a report by Italian website Calcio Mercato, Man United and AS Roma have come to terms for sale of Chris Smalling. Italian giants will pay £13.6 million for centre-back. Smalling joined Roma on a season-long loan last summer, a deal that expired recently, forcing player to return to England.
Sky Sports have also confirmed Smalling to Roma talks. report claims that defender himself urged Old Trafford outfit to let him join Roma on a permanent deal, which has duly been fulfilled by Red Devils. 30-year-old is reported to have settled well in Italian capital, which acted as an enabler on continuing with Serie A giants.
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Premier League transfers: Sergio Romero to continue as a third-choice goalkeeper?
Despite Smalling to Roma negotiations w complete, several or players face an uncertain future at Old Trafford. Man United goalkeeper, who w sees himself move down pecking order due to arrival of Dean Henderson, was linked with a move to Everton.
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After Everton's victory against Brighton past weekend, Toffees fans began demanding that Carlo Ancelotti proceed with signing of Sergio Romero. Everton shot-stopper Jordan Pickford's blunder could have cost Ancelotti valuable three points, but his team bounced back to defeat Brighton 4-2. howler compelled fans to demand Romero's signing.
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Premier League transfers: Daniel James' move to Leeds fails
Besides, youngster Daniel James was linked with a move to Leeds United, with Marcelo Bielsa keen on signing him. However, recent reports in British media suggest that Leeds United have given up on ir pursuit to sign 22-year-old this summer after failing to reach a breakthrough while negotiating with Old Trafford outfit.
player was dropped from squad to play Brighton last week, for first time, by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Eir way, Wales international was against a departure this summer and is reported to have resisted any attempts from club to sell him. Indeed, he joined club just summer and looks to succeed with Red Devils.
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Im courtesy: Sergio Romero/ Chris Smalling/ Daniel James Instagram
15:37 IST, October 5th 2020