Manchester United's first deal of the transfer window has been confirmed by Fabrizio Romano

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Manchester United are looking to make a much-needed deal early in the transfer window, according to transfer oracle Fabrizio Romano

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag applauds the fans at full time
(Image credit: Getty Images)

Manchester United's first bit of business for the January transfer window has been confirmed already, with the Red Devils keen to strengthen this winter.

Sunday saw Liverpool hold a depleted Manchester United team to a drab 0-0 draw, with manager Erik ten Hag unable to affect the game as he would have perhaps wished due to the ever-growing list of injuries and suspensions at Old Trafford. 

United have suffered more than most with absence this term but January presents an opportunity to rejuvenate the squad – with one star's future already confirmed now.

Jurgen Klopp and Virgil van Dijk applaud the Liverpool fans after the Reds' 0-0 draw against Manchester United at Anfield in December 2023.

Manchester United were held to a draw by Liverpool this weekend (Image credit: Getty Images)

Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano has tweeted exclusive confirmed news that Donny van de Beek will depart on loan next month in order to find first-team football.

"Van de Beek will complete medical tests as new Eintracht [Frankfurt] player in the next 24 hours," Romano said. "Loan deal will be signed this week.

"The buy option clause will be there as revealed on Friday; it's not mandatory, worth €11 million fixed plus €4m add-ons."

Donny van de Beek in action for Manchester United against Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup in September 2023.

Donny van de Beek is leaving Manchester United (Image credit: Getty Images)

The Dutchman joined Manchester United in 2020 but has managed just 62 appearances in four years, unable to oust Bruno Fernandes from the side on a regular basis. 

Van de Beek is valued at €10m by Transfermarkt. 

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Manchester United have been linked with a move for Atletico Madrid and France star Antoine Griezmann. Meanwhile, a former Barcelona defender could potentially be on his way to Old Trafford.

Marcus Rashford could also be set to join him, having agreed personal terms with Barcelona. Almost half a year after leaving Manchester United as a free agent, David de Gea could be close to sealing a move to a new club. 

Meanwhile, Erik ten Hag has defended his training methods as the injuries pile up – with Mason Mount the latest player set for a spell on the sidelines.

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