Here are your Manchester United evening headlines on Thursday, January 5.
Erik ten Hag explains Butland move
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag confirmed the imminent signing of Jack Butland and stressed the club had to move for an experienced back-up goalkeeper to avoid the risk of "killing" their season.
Butland, 29, underwent a medical at United's Carrington training complex on Thursday ahead of signing on loan from Crystal Palace for the rest of the season after Newcastle recalled 'keeper Martin Dubravka from his season-long loan.
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Tom Heaton, 36, will likely play second fiddle to David de Gea in the FA Cup third round tie against Everton on Friday night but Butland could be involved in the League Cup quarter-final against Charlton on Tuesday.
Read more from Ten Hag about the deal here.
Martial sets Everton target
Manchester United striker Anthony Martial has set his sights on continuing his impressive record against Everton when the two sides meet in Friday night's FA Cup third round clash at Old Trafford - should he win his fitness battle.
The Frenchman was forced off during the second half of United's 3-0 win over Bournemouth at Old Trafford on Tuesday evening, sparking fears that he could be set for a fresh spell on the sidelines. He has been dealt plenty of bad luck on the injury front this season, but his start against Bournemouth marked his sixth in a row in all competitions.
However, despite sparking fresh concerns, manager Erik ten Hag, in the aftermath of the win over the Cherries, suggested that it was nothing too serious, admitting that he was hopeful he would be available for the tussle with Frank Lampard's side. And should he win his battle to be declared fit, he will be looking to add to his impressive tally of goals against the Toffees.
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