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Manchester United co-owner, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, is eyeing former Chelsea player Ross Barkley as a possible replacement for Casemiro. The current highest earner at Man United, Casemiro, has stirred interest from the Saudi Pro League. Talks of departures for Casemiro and Christian Eriksen from Old Trafford have surfaced. United aims to trim their wage bill to comply with Financial Fair Play regulations, hindering their January striker signings, as stated by manager Erik ten Hag. Reports suggest Ratcliffe sees Barkley as a solid addition to Man United’s midfield. Both Ratcliffe and INEOS director of sport Sir Dave Brailsford are keen on Barkley, having admired him during their time together at Ligue 1’s Nice. Despite Barkley’s recent move to Luton Town from Nice, he remains a standout midfielder in the Premier League and is instrumental in Luton’s fight against relegation this season.