Man United 'target' set for new contract offer as Premier League rival confirm blow

Manchester United will be in the midst of their final preparations this morning ahead of today's clash with Everton in the Premier League.

Ruben Amorim is unbeaten since taking on the job at Old Trafford - drawing away at Ipswich Town before beating Bodo/Glimt 3-2 in the Europa League. Should United be victorious today it would wrap up what has been a good week for the Reds' new head coach.

However, even if the Reds make it two wins from three, Amorim will likely want to make improvements to his squad this winter. MEN Sport has taken a look at how one of those proposed targets may be difficult to sign in a month's time.

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Cunha set to be offered new deal

According to The Telegraph, Wolverhampton Wanderers are preparing a lucrative new contract for Matheus Cunha amid supposed interest from United. The Brazilian has been one of the few rare bright spots for Wolves this season, currently averaging a goal every other game for the West Midlands club.

Wolves manager Gary O'Neill has insisted that Cunha will not be sold in January but it remains to be seen if he will commit to a new deal.

What MEN Sport says: Cunha has been in good form this season but we are not sure whether he would fit the type of striker that Amorim would like. Rasmus Hojlund fits the bill much more than the former Hertha Berlin man so signing him may be considered to be counter intuitive. A wiser use of the money could well be to save it and go for Viktor Gyokeres in the summer. He is in sparkling form and with his connection to Amorim, it is worth pursuing him to add to the forward line even if it means missing out on a new signing in January.

Arteta confirms blow pre-United

After Everton, United will visit Arsenal in the Premier League for what is sure to be a keenly contested occasion. Mikel Arteta confirmed in his post-match press conference that star defender Gabriel Magalhaes was taken off against West Ham due to injury.

The Brazilian was caught by a stray punch by goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski and the Gunners chose to take no risks with his fitness in the second half.

What MEN Sport says: Gabriel's exit could be a huge loss for the Gunners if it transpires that way. He proved on Saturday night just how dangerous he can be from corners and without that weapon in their arsenal, United may feel more confident. However, the biggest mistake United could make now is for them to begin to underestimate their midweek opponent. The Gunners have rediscovered their form since a wobble pre-international break and the Reds will need to be at their best in their new 3-4-3 formation to avoid defeat.