Transfer gossip: Howe open to United talks, Dyche eyes Palace, Branthwaite on Old Trafford radar

Howe Open to Old Trafford Talks

Eddie Howe would be keen to speak to Manchester United if they part ways with Michael Carrick, Sky Sports reports. The out-of-work former Newcastle boss is tipped as a frontrunner should the under-pressure Carrick be shown the door.

United Eye Branthwaite for Defensive Rebuild

Manchester United have Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite in their sights, Football Insider claims. The 24-year-old England defender is on the shortlist as United plot big changes at the back. No bid has been reported yet.

Dyche Leads Race for Palace Job

Sean Dyche is the frontrunner to take over at Crystal Palace if they sack Pierre Sage, the Telegraph says. The former Watford, Burnley, Everton and Nottingham Forest boss is the early favourite should Palace make a change.

Frank, Pereira, Keane in Palace Mix

Thomas Frank, Vitor Pereira and Robbie Keane could also be in the running for the Palace job, TalkSport understands. Frank is the ex-Brentford boss, Pereira previously managed Wolves and Keane was at Ferencvaros. Dyche is still named as the favourite.

Barca, Napoli Circle Bergvall

Barcelona and Napoli are keeping tabs on Tottenham midfielder Lucas Bergvall, Tuttomercato via TeamTalk says. The 20-year-old Sweden international is reportedly a target for both clubs. No offer has been reported.

United Block Gabriel’s Exit Until January

Manchester United will not terminate JJ Gabriel’s registration, Football Insider reports, so the 16-year-old academy forward can’t leave before January. Barcelona and Paris St-Germain are both pushing to agree a deal and will have to wait.

Three Premier League Giants Watching Karl

Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester United are monitoring Bayern Munich’s Lennart Karl, TeamTalk reports. The 18-year-old Germany midfielder has caught the eye of three Premier League heavyweights. No approach has been reported.

Dodo Set to Leave Fiorentina

Dodo looks set to leave Fiorentina when his contract expires in the summer, Football Italia reports. The 27-year-old Brazil defender has been linked with AC Milan, Juventus and Barcelona, and his running-down deal could make him a bargain for suitors.

Brighton, Leipzig Among Licina Admirers

Brighton and RB Leipzig are among the clubs interested in Juventus midfielder Adin Licina, Gianluca Di Marzo says. The 19-year-old Germany Under-19s international is currently on loan at Cremonese. No deal has been reported.