Updates from Friday’s top-flight press conferencesPremier League: 10 things to look out for this weekendAnd you can email Barry, tweet @bglendenning or post BTL 10.11am GMT
In much the same way that Steve Bruce isn’t going to jump into any windows for the sake of it, Ole Gunnar Solskjær isn’t going to be holding his breath. At least that’s what he said upon being asked if Marcus Rashford, his star striker, would be fit for Manchester United’s trip to Anfield on Sunday afternoon. “I’m not going to hold my breath,” he said. “I would probably think he won’t be ready.” 10.02am GMT
Having sat down with Mike Ashley following Newcastle’s midweek FA Cup win over Rochdale, Steve Bruce seems confident that Newcastle’s owner will support him in the remaining fortnight of the January transfer window.