Transfer notebook: Mauricio Pochettino update as Arsenal hunt Real Madrid star

Transfer notebook covering multiple stories: Pochettino eyed for Manchester United job with £7m buyout from USMNT; Arsenal target Real Madrid's Endrick; Sage linked with Lens return; Zubimendi linked to Atlético Madrid.

A transfer notebook roundup covering several developing stories across European football.

Maurice Pochettino is expected to be a candidate for the Manchester United manager's job following Michael Carrick's anticipated sacking after United's worst start to a season in 40 years. Sources close to Pochettino have confirmed to talkSPORT that the Old Trafford role is a job he has always wanted.

His USMNT contract includes a buyout clause worth around £7m. Pochettino was previously in contention for the United job when Erik ten Hag was hired in 2022.

Arsenal are exploring a January move for Real Madrid winger Endrick, who has played just 114 minutes this season. The 21-year-old Brazilian has been offered to Premier League clubs and is managed by the same agency as Real teammate Vinicius Junior, with whom Arsenal sporting director Andrea Berta has a strong relationship.

Endrick would bolster Arsenal's attacking options following Bukayo Saka's injury. Mikel Arteta's top target remains Bournemouth's Eli Junior Kroupi, but the Cherries have ruled out his sale.

Pierre Sage could return to management at Lens following his Crystal Palace sacking after just 16 games. The Frenchman led Lens to second place in Ligue 1 last season and French Cup victory, and remains highly regarded in France.