Transfer Talk
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31/08/2013: Sunderland and Celtic have joined the queue of clubs keen to sign Alex Büttner on loan, reports The Sunderland Echo and STV. Besiktas have also been strongly linked with the Dutchman but it's suggested any move is dependent on Leighton Baines arriving at Old Trafford.
31/08/2013: According to Te Interesa, United have made a late move for Real Madrid full-back Fabio Coentrao. The Portugal international is rumoured to be an alternative target to Leighton Baines with Everton boss Roberto Martinez saying he hopes the next couple of days pass quickly so he can keep the England defender and Marouane Fellaini. However, Wigan have confirmed the Toffees have been in touch over James McCarthy, who is viewed as a potential replacement for the Belgian.
31/08/2013: Roma coach Rudi Garcia believes Daniele De Rossi will not join United despite rumours of a bid by the Reds. "Daniele has been here for a long time and wants to play with this jersey," Garcia informed a press conference. "We spoke when he came back from his holidays and we said that, if it got past a certain date, he would certainly remain with us."
31/08/2013: Pedro Herrera, Anders' father, does not think the Athletic Club midfielder will join United before Monday night's deadline. "Anders is very happy at Athletic," he told El Mundo Deportivo. "He fought hard for this club and it will be very difficult for him to leave. With Manchester United opting for a creative player, having failed to sign Cesc Fabregas, they thought about Ander but he's very happy at Athletic."
30/08/2013: Spanish sports daily As thinks Kaka's father is negotiating with three clubs. AC Milan, United and another mystery Barclays Premier League club. The report states a return to Milan is his preferred option while the Reds were allegedly