And since that game, have retained their place and it has coincided with an upturn in form for the Red Devils. And, in their last match, they lost in the Italian Super Cup to AC Milan, missing out on their first domestic trophy for two years. But a major problem could be the growing interest from China in top European players – and the riches on offer. The former Newcastle United star has found the back of the net twice this season, in the 5-1 defeat against Arsenal, and the 4-1 drubbing of Swansea City. Both Chelsea and Arsenal are seeking more cover at left-back, and Rodriguez has shown up well in scouting reports this season. Chelsea sold Oscar to Shanghai SIPG – which officially went through today – for £52m … but the Brazil midfielder was not first-choice under Antonio Conte. Los Blancos were initially banned for two transfer windows, along with their cross-town rivals Atlet. losing such an influential player they are willing to loan Murphy back to Norwich, which will give them time to find a replacement come the summer transfer window. Central defender Pepe, 33, has fallen down the Bernabeu pecking order and Jose Mourinho is looking to sign him next summer. 9million, played 285 times for Sevilla after joining their youth-set up at the age of 15.