The winds of transfer change are sweeping through the corridors of Old Trafford despite the absence of on-pitch activity at Manchester United. So while supporters must wait for the side to resume competitive fixtures, there's no shortage of excitement in the latest developments.

Michael Carrick's team are currently preparing for their journey to Dublin ahead of the end-of-season run-in. United will undertake four days of intensive preparation across the Irish Sea to utilise their time during a break in the fixture list. The Red Devils have just seven matches remaining to make their mark on this campaign and secure a top-four Premier League finish.

Carrick's side return to competitive action at home to Leeds in a week's time (April 13) and are just a single point clear of Aston Villa in fourth.

Here, Express Sport takes a look at the biggest stories surrounding Old Trafford today.

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