Manchester United were dealt a blow on deadline day after Atletico Madrid rejected their loan enquiry for Conor Gallagher. The La Liga side informed United they would only consider a permanent sale for the England midfielder, prompting the Red Devils to abandon the move.
It is the second time this year United have failed to sign a midfield target, having previously seen a move for Brighton's Carlos Baleba fall through. The Seagulls reportedly demanded a fee in excess of £100m for the 21-year-old Cameroon international.
Despite already spending around £200m on Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko, United still sought to strengthen their midfield. Ruben Amorim has largely relied on Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro, with Kobbie Mainoo and Manuel Ugarte mostly on the bench. However, the club did agree an £18.2m deal for goalkeeper Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp.
Several players are also set to depart Old Trafford. Rasmus Hojlund has joined Napoli on loan with an obligation to buy for £38m, while Antony is expected to move to Real Betis for £21.6m and Jadon Sancho to Aston Villa on loan.
