Meanwhile, the Whites continue to put the finishing touches to their January transfer recruitment plan behind the scenes, as Marcelo Bielsa looks to strengthen his side ahead of a gruelling second half of the season. Here's all the latest news and transfer gossip from the Premier League.
7. Hammers close in on QPR star
West Ham United have been named as the front-runners to sign QPR star Bright Osayi-Samuel. He's believed to have turned down a new deal with the Championship side, and is expected to leave in January. (Team Talk) Photo: Athena Pictures
8. Hughton dismisses Worrall speculation
Nottingham Forest boss Chris Hughton has dismissed suggestions that Burnley could sign his star defender Joe Worrall for £10m this month, playing down the claims as "speculation". (Nottingham Post) Photo: James Williamson - AMA
9. Whites backed to land Udinese ace
Leeds United have been tipped to sign Udinese's Rodrigo de Paul ahead of Inter and Juventus, after failing to do so in the summer. However, at 5/1, the deal looks to still be some way off. (OddsChecker) Photo: Alessandro Sabattini
10. Red Devils may have to wait for Aarons
Manchester United's hopes of signing Norwich City star Max Aarons this month look to have been dealt a blow, with the latest reports suggesting the Canaries are unwilling to part with key players in January. (ESPN) Photo: Stephen Pond