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 Red Devils 'keeping tabs' on Nottingham Forest attacker ahead of summer window

 Manchester United are reportedly interested in Nottingham Forest winger Callum Hudson-Odoi.

The Red Devils are set to overhaul their squad this summer following a woeful Premier League campaign that has left them languishing in 16th position with just two matches left to play.

The final third is one area in need of strengthening, considering Man United are the league's fifth-lowest scorers with 42 goals from 36 matches.
While they are keen to recruit a new number nine, Man United are also on the lookout for players who can support the main striker in Ruben Amorim's 3-4-2-1 system.

According to Sky Sports News, Forest's Hudson-Odoi is among those who are currently on Man United's radar ahead of the summer window.

The update claims that the Red Devils are keeping a close eye on the player's contract situation at the City Ground.

Man United are seemingly set to join Napoli and Roma in the race for his signature after the Italian clubs were linked with a move last month.

Hudson-Odoi is set to enter the final 12 months of his deal after signing a three-year contract upon his arrival from Chelsea in the summer of 2022.

While there may be uncertainty surrounding his future, there are believed to be talks taking place between the player's camp and Forest over a potential new deal.

Marcus Rashford and Ruben Amorim are set for showdown talks if the England international returns to Manchester United this summer after their fall out last year

Marcus Rashford and Ruben Amorim will be set for showdown talks(Image: Getty Images)

Marcus Rashford will hold showdown talks with Ruben Amorim if he returns to Manchester United this summer.

And the meeting will aim to clear the air between the two ahead of United's pre-season tour of the United States.

Rashford is on-loan with Aston Villa, following a bust up with Amorim which saw him axed from the United squad. The loan deal runs until the end of June, which is just a few weeks before United head to America to step up their preparations for the new season.

Villa have the option to buy Rashford in a £40m deal but it remains to be seen if Villa want to make the deal permanent. If Villa reject the chance to keep Rashford, the England forward will head back to United with his future still in limbo.United are willing to sell Rashford, but if no-one comes in for him before the end of July, he will be expected to be part of the summer tour.

Amorim has refused to discuss Rashford when asked about him in recent weeks, insisting he is only focused on the players he has in his squad.

The Portuguese previously suggested Rashford could be a top player if his mentality changes, he said: "I know Rashford really well, and everybody knows the talent that he has."He's a top player, if he wants to be. So I’m not surprised. It's a good thing we see our players doing well on loan in a different context."

 Arsenal have reportedly entered the race for Sporting Lisbon centre-back Goncalo Inacio, who is a target for Manchester United, Newcastle and Liverpool.

Mikel Arteta is looking to bolster his defensive options as he prepares for Champions League football next season.

Now, the manager could look to bring in Inacio, who is considered to be one of the best young defenders in Europe.

This is according to Portuguese outlet Correio da Manha (via Sport Witness) who claim that Arsenal are the latest Premier League club to register an interest in the 21-year-old.

Last season, Inacio made 33 league appearances for Sporting. In the process, he helped his team to 13 clean sheets, as well as scoring one goal.

A versatile player, the Portugal international also has the ability to play as a left-back. So, he could be a potential replacement for Kieran Tierney at Arsenal, who looks set to leave. 

Inacio has a €45m (£38.6m) release clause in his contract with Sporting. Therefore, the Gunners would have to match that fee in order to get a deal done.

However, as mentioned, they face stiff competition for his signature.

Indeed, as previously reported by Football365, Man Utd, Newcastle and Liverpool all have Inacio on their radar. Although, Man Utd are the least likely to make a bid of the Premier League quartet.

But, it’s worth noting that Arsenal are currently prioritising a move for another defender.

That is Ajax centre-back Jurrien Timber, who, ironically, has also been linked to Man Utd in the past.

Recent reports suggest that the Gunners have agreed terms with the Dutch club and will pay £36.2m for the in-demand defender.

So, barring any late twists, Timber will make the switch to the Emirates this summer. And now, it remains to be seen whether Arteta will look to bring in any other defenders.

Last season, Arsenal’s centre-back pairing of Gabriel Magalhaes and William Saliba was key to their success.

However, when Saliba picked up an injury towards the end of the campaign, his absence played a big role in them missing out on the Premier League title.