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Transfer Race: Newcastle, Man Utd Eye Midfielders Before Deadline

1/31/2026

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Newcastle United and Manchester United are pursuing midfielders before the January transfer window closes.
Manchester United aims for a cheaper option and is targeting Carlos Baleba, Adam Wharton, and Elliot Anderson for the summer.
Ruben Neves of Al-Hilal is in talks for a new contract, which may end Manchester United's pursuit.
Tottenham Hotspur signed Conor Gallagher but still seeks a deeper-lying midfielder, with Neves' negotiations narrowing Spurs' options.

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Newcastle United and Manchester United are pursuing midfielders before the January transfer window closes.
Manchester United aims for a cheaper option and is targeting Carlos Baleba, Adam Wharton, and Elliot Anderson for the summer.
Ruben Neves of Al-Hilal is in talks for a new contract, which may end Manchester United's pursuit.
Tottenham Hotspur signed Conor Gallagher but still seeks a deeper-lying midfielder, with Neves' negotiations narrowing Spurs' options.