Manchester United weigh left-back options as Tielemans nears debut
Carrick has decided to keep 18-year-old Jim Thwaites at Carrington, with the midfielder tipped for a hybrid Under-21 and first-team role and a possible senior United debut this season.
Newcastle have told United Lewis Hall is not for sale at any price, forcing Carrick to look elsewhere for a left-back, with Jorge Salinas and Jhon Lucumi among the alternatives.
United are exploring moves for Myles Lewis-Skelly and Lewis Hall, but Arsenal want to keep Lewis-Skelly and any deal for the defender looks difficult.
Southampton want Manchester United right-back Jaydan Kamason, but United rate the 19-year-old highly and may keep him around Carrick's squad until at least January.
United are willing to trigger Jorge Salinas' €16m release clause, putting them ahead of Barcelona in the race for the 19-year-old left-back after Lewis Hall doubts.
United's midfield plans are split, with Christopher Vivell backing Manu Kone and Jason Wilcox unconvinced. Interest in Felix Nmecha has cooled amid Dortmund's £85.8m demand.
Youri Tielemans is set for his United debut against PSG, with Bruno Fernandes also available. Matheus Cunha and Senne Lammens miss out through minor illness.
A £50m target is argued to be a bigger priority for United this summer than signing Lewis Hall.
PSG's preview says Carrick has revitalised Manchester United, outlining their direct 4-2-3-1 style, strong attacking numbers and likely friendly line-up.
United's right flank looks increasingly crowded, raising fresh pressure on Amad.
Manchester United are among clubs contacted over Endrick as the Real Madrid forward weighs his future, though they would only pursue a deal with an option to buy.
United scouts watched Shakhtar striker Kaua Elias hit a second-half hat-trick in a 5-1 win over Kudrivka. The 20-year-old Brazilian is valued at about £30m.
Jhon Lucumi, Alex Scott and Manu Kone are all open to joining United, though Bologna want €25m plus add-ons for Lucumi and Roma value Kone at about €60m.
Manchester United have confirmed Radek Vitek's permanent move to Middlesbrough, with the deal reportedly worth up to £14m plus a 35% sell-on clause.
Manchester United are tracking Inter striker Pio Esposito and have compiled a dossier, but are not planning an immediate move for the £73m-rated 21-year-old.
Lee Sharpe believes Marcus Rashford could chase major honours at United if he rediscovers consistent top form under Carrick, though his mentality remains the key question.
Live coverage as Manchester United face European champions PSG in Gothenburg, with Carrick's side meeting their toughest pre-season test yet.
United could hijack Barcelona for Jorge Salinas by triggering his €16m clause. Antonee Robinson is a cheaper Premier League option, while Giorgio Scalvini has also been scouted.
