Manchester United learned exactly what Chelsea star Cole Palmer thinks of the transfer links surrounding him and a move to Old Trafford after the Reds beat Tottenham 2-0

Manchester United are enjoying a renewed sense of optimism as the club’s winning streak continues. Michael Carrick oversaw his fourth victory in a row as his side overcame Tottenham Hotspur at the weekend.

Manchester United made it four wins from four matches under Michael Carrick’s leadership as they swept Tottenham aside with a 2-0 victory at Old Trafford. Cristian Romero was shown a straight red card in the first half as Tottenham struggled to assert themselves on the game with the hosts controlling possession and unafraid to shoot.

With the winter transfer window closing on Monday, rumours remain, but for Manchester United, their aspirations to qualify for the Champions League are alive

Bryan Mbeumo and Bruno Fernandes made the most of Cristian Romero's red card as United won again.

Chris Sutton is making predictions for all 380 Premier League games this season, against AI, BBC Sport readers and a variety of guests. His guest for week 25 is Gladiators star Apollo, real name Alex Gray,