Meanwhile, Alan Smith has asked Cristiano Ronaldo to help out Jadon Sancho. Elsewhere, the Red Devils are monitoring an AS Roma star.

On that note, here’s a look at the key Manchester United transfer stories as on 3rd February 2022:

Alan Smith wants Cristiano Ronaldo to help Jadon Sancho

Former Manchester United striker Alan Smith has asked Cristiano Ronaldo to help Jadon Sancho find his feet at Old Trafford. The Englishman joined the Red Devils with high expectations last summer, but has struggled so far.

The 21-year-old has managed just one goal in 17 appearances in the Premier League this season. He has dropped behind Anthony Elanga recently. However, Smith believes Sancho can regain his form with a little guidance from the Portuguese.

Speaking to Offer Bets, the former Manchester United star said Sancho had the perfect role model at the club in Ronaldo.

Smith also drew parallels with the five-time Ballon d’Or winner’s struggles when he first arrived at Old Trafford.

Manchester United monitoring Nicolo Zaniolo

Manchester United are monitoring Nicolo Zaniolo, according to The Hard Tackle via Il Messagaro. The Italian playmaker’s future at AS Roma hangs in the balance. The 22-year-old’s current contract expires in 2024, and the Serie A giants have failed in their attempts thus far to extend his stay.

Roma are now ready to cash in on him, and the Premier League giants are interested. Paul Pogba, Juan Mata and Jesse Lingard are all set to become free agents this summer. Donny van de Beek could also leave the club, and the Red Devils could look to offset their departure by bringing in Zanilo.

Red Devils slammed over treatment of Jesse Lingard and Dean Henderson

Former Leeds United striker Noel Whelan has slammed Manchester United for their treatment of Jesse Lingard and Dean Henderson. The Red Devils stopped both players from going out on loan this summer.

Speaking to Football Insider, Whelan said that the Premier League giants have been unprofessional in their conduct.

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