Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has reportedly identified Crystal Palace midfielder Eberechi Eze as a top transfer target. The Dutch coach has been impressed by the young Englishman's performances in the Premier League and believes he could be a key player in his rebuilding project at Old Trafford.

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The favourite to be the next permanent Man Utd boss is current coach and former player Ruud van Nistelrooy. The Dutchman joined ten Hag’s coaching staff in the summer having previously managed PSV Eindhoven and is being touted as the most likely replacement for ten Hag should he depart.