By RYAN TOLMICH

Manchester United will make one final attempt to bring in one of the game’s biggest stars while continuing to wrestle with the idea of selling one of their own.

ESPN FC reported Wednesday that Man United will make one final major push to sign Gareth Bale from Real Madrid. Despite Real Madrid’s repeated statements that Bale isn’t for sale, Man United believe that the two clubs’ ongoing negotiations for David De Gea could pave the way.

Man United is reportedly continuing to play hardball when it comes to a De Gea sale, however.

In addition, Manchester United remains hopeful of adding either Bayern Munich’s Thomas Muller or Everton’s John Stones. The latter handed in a transfer request Tuesday ahead of a potential move to Chelsea.

Here are some more news and notes to kick off your Wednesday morning:

BARCA REPORTEDLY READY TO OFFER NEYMAR NEW DEAL

All of the rumors and reports linking Neymar with Manchester United seem to have worked in the Brazilian’s favor.

Neymar is reportedly set to receive a new long-term deal at Barcelona, according to Goal USA, which could put an end to speculation of his potential departure to the Premier League powerhouse. The deal, if signed, will make Neymar the club’s second-highest paid player behind Lionel Messi while also locking down the Brazilian winger until 2020.

Neymar, who has 54 goals in 92 appearances since joining the the Spanish giant, is currently sidelined as he continues to deal with a case of the mumps.

BALOTELLI GETS STRICT BEHAVIOR CLAUSE FROM AC MILAN

Mario Balotelli’s chance with AC Milan may just be his last.

AC Milan has instituted a strict behavior clause for the controversial Italian by instituting a set of rules generally utilized by the Italian Air Force. The clause reportedly includes bans on extravagant clothes and haircuts, while also insisting that Balotelli refrains from nightclubs and smoking.

After a dismal run at Liverpool that yielded just one league goal, Balotelli will join AC Milan on a season-long loan, returning to a club for which he scored 26 goals in 43 games.

QUICK KICKS

Laurent Koscielny is doubtful for Arsenal’s clash with Newcastle due to a back injury. (REPORT)

West Brom have rejected a second bid from Tottenham to acquire Saido Berhaino. (REPORT)

Roma’s Kevin Strootman has undergone a third operation in 18 months. (REPORT)

Aiser Illarramendi is set to return to Real Sociedad on loan from Real Madrid. (REPORT)

A match-up between Tottenham and Arsenal headlines third round pairings of the Capital One Cup. (REPORT)

West Ham’s Antonio Valencia has accused the club of “forgetting” about his injury woes. (REPORT)

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What do you think of Manchester United’s transfer dealings? How will Neymar fare at Barca these next few seasons? What do you think of Balotelli’s behavior clause?

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