Manchester United's chance of returning to the Champions League is nearly 70%! They aim to aggressively recruit Newcastle's key players, with four targets across three lines for the summer window.

According to a professional analysis, after Chelsea lost 0-1 to Newcastle United at home on Saturday, Manchester United's probability of finishing in the Premier League top four this season has risen to 68%, nearly a seven-in-ten chance of returning to the Champions League. The top four in the Premier League are guaranteed Champions League qualification, and the fifth place also has a high likelihood of playing in the Champions League.

It is worth noting that although Newcastle has recently consecutively defeated top-four contenders Aston Villa, Manchester United, and Chelsea, the "Magpies" currently only rank ninth in the Premier League, trailing the top five by six points. Their chances of continuing to play in the Champions League next season are increasingly slim, and there is even a risk of completely missing out on European competition.

If they lose European qualification, due to restrictions under UEFA's FFP Financial Fair Play rules and the Premier League's PSR Profitability and Sustainability Regulations, Newcastle may be forced to sell key players to avoid penalties for violating financial regulations. Manchester United is eyeing the "Magpies' supermarket" and has taken interest in several key players under Eddie Howe's management. Newcastle players generally exhibit a robust style, which is highly suitable for strengthening the current weaknesses in Manchester United's squad.

Manchester United fans have long debated which midfield duo Sandro Tonali and Bruno Guimarães should be purchased. Reports indicate the club is closely monitoring Tonali's future, while Casemiro has recommended his Brazilian compatriot Guimarães as his successor at the Red Devils.

This week, Tonali's agent was asked by Italian media about the possibility of transfers to top clubs like Arsenal and Manchester City, but he gave an ambiguous response, diverting the topic. "Yes, from the moment he arrived in the Premier League, our goal was to make him a star," Giuseppe Riso explained. "I believe he is one of the highest-valued players in Italian football."

"TEAMtalk" reports that Manchester United is also interested in Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon. Sir Jim Ratcliffe's INEOS team considers him an ideal candidate to strengthen the left flank and believes £80 million could secure him. Gordon has scored 16 goals and provided 5 assists this season, with 10 goals in the Champions League, second only to Mbappé.

However, the 24-year-old Gordon reportedly wishes to stay at St James' Park, and if he transfers, he prefers joining Liverpool. A source told TEAMtalk: "Gordon's future is entirely up to Newcastle. He signed a new five-year contract at the end of 2024, and crucially, there is no release clause in his contract, which is a significant obstacle for top clubs wanting to acquire him."

The source disclosed: "Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester United have long been admirers of him, and Gordon's desire to play at Anfield is well-known. However, extracting Gordon from St James' Park is not easy; it requires extremely attractive conditions."

On the defensive line, Newcastle youngster Lewis Hall has performed excellently in recent months, also attracting Manchester United's attention. England international Luke Shaw is already 30 and prone to injuries, and none of his substitutes are reliable. Hence, reports suggest Manchester United intends to recruit a new left-back, with 21-year-old Hall being one option. Newcastle United plans to offer him a long-term new contract to deter Manchester United and other clubs from pursuing him.

However, English media generally believe Newcastle only needs to sell one, or at most two, star players in the summer window to ensure financial stability, and the remaining players may all be retained.