Transfer rumors, news: Man United explore Loftus-Cheek loan

Key Highlights

• It is reported that United are weighing up a potential loan move for the 29-year-old this month to improve their chances of qualifying for next season's UEFA Champions League, with talks at an "exploratory" stage, though The Telegraph says that Aston Villa are also keen.
• Loftus-Cheek, who has made 19 Serie A appearances this season, is reportedly keen on a return to England.
• Elsewhere, Ajax have emerged as potential suitors for Manuel Ugarte, 24, but the Eredivisie side have seen their opening loan offer dismissed according to The Athletic.- An inquiry has also been made by United regarding Barcelona midfielder Marc Casadó, according to Mundo Deportivo.
• The Premier League club are believed to hold interest in the 22-year-old alongside Wolverhampton Wanderers, who have also placed him on their shortlist.
• The Red Devils have been linked with several midfielders of late, and The Sun reports that Sunderland's Noah Sadiki, 21, has caught their attention- Multiple top sides in Europe are tracking NK Kustosija forward Rafael Belinho, according to The Mirror.