PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN have reportedly made a formal approach for Paul Pogba.
The France World Cup winner is out of contract at Man Utd in the summer and there is very little indication that he will sign a new deal.
In fact, the Red Devils have already drawn up a list of potential replacements.
One name high on that list is said to be long-term target Sergej Milinkovic-Savic.
Man Utd are said to have made an enquiry for the Lazio star, who the Serie A club are reported to be willing to sell rather than letting him run down his contract.
And Eric ten Hag is said to be moving ever closer to becoming the new Man Utd manager, with talks reported to be at an “advanced” stage.
Amid a mixed season for Cristiano Ronaldo at Old Trafford, Man City legend Shaun Goater has suggested United were tricked by Pep Guardiola’s club into signing the five-time Ballon d’Or winner.
He said: “It could be a really smart chess move from City, who have already thought a few steps ahead, maybe with one eye on the next summer transfer window.
“And by forcing United’s hand into signing Ronaldo, it’s likely to be one less team who are going to go after a striker this summer.”
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Ferdinand blasts Man Utd
Rio Ferdinand has blasted Man Utd for their handling of Paul Pogba’s contract.
The French World Cup winner’s contract is set to expire in the summer, and he is yet to sign a new deal with the club.
The Red Devils could, therefore, lose a player they paid a once world record £90million fee for for nothing.
“Business has been done poorly at the club,” Ferdinand told his FIVE YouTube channel.
“We shouldn’t be allowing players to get down to this stage in their contracts. I don’t think it should happen.
“Economically, to let someone you’ve spent £80m, £90m on, plus wages, leave on a free transfer is absolutely criminal. Twice, it’s like they’ve pulled our pants down twice.”
Klaassen takes swipe at United
Ajax midfielder Davy Klaassen has revealed that he hopes Erik ten Hag will remain as manager of the Amsterdam club, and can’t understand why he would leave to lead a side of lesser quality.
Former Everton man Klaassen was discussing the ongoing speculation linking his coach with the Old Trafford job when he appeared to make the dig at the Premier League club.
The Dutch international told Voetball Primeur: [Erik ten Hag] has been doing well with us for years and Manchester United has been doing badly for years.”
The Red Devils are now five seasons without silverware. In that time, Ten Hag has won two Eredivisie titles and two KNVB Cups.
Pay the price for Memphis
Barcelona forward Memphis Depay could make a sensational return to England after being ‘seduced’ by several Premier League clubs.
Superdeporte claims the former Manchester United flop is being courted by no less than three major sides.
Arsenal, Newcastle and Everton have all reportedly made contact with Barcelona over a summer move.
And Depay could be keen for a second shot in England after failing miserably at Old Trafford.
With Depay only signing a TWO-year deal at the Nou Camp last summer, Barca feel they may have to cash in now so they can strengthen other areas of their squad.
Arsenal winning Cody Gakpo race
EXCLUSIVE: PSV forward Cody Gakpo appears to favour a switch to the Emirates over moves to Man Utd and Liverpool should he depart this summer.
The 22-year-old told SunSport: “The Premier League is a big league. Virgil van Dijk plays there with Liverpool so I like to watch them.
“We are not the same kind of league but I think we try to look at the Prem and learn about it.
“Everybody wants to play one time in the Prem. I don’t favour one team but I like Arsenal a lot.
“I looked up to Henry when I was younger because he was a tall guy who played on the wing.”
Cody Gakpo on Prem interest
EXCLUSIVE: Arsenal and Man Utd target Cody Gakpo has spoken of interest in him ahead of rumours he could depart PSV in the summer.
The 22-year-old forward told SunSport: “I try to stay focused on what I am doing now and finishing the season really well, then after that I can focus on something else.
“If I can make a step to a team who plays in the Champions League every season, of course it is my dream.
“But I still have a contract and there is a new coach coming in — but maybe there comes a club I cannot say no to.
“Maybe they won’t come and I have to stay but for now I just want to keep working on this season.”
United ‘not good enough for CL’
Wayne Rooney has urged Manchester United to forget about the top four – as they aren’t good enough to compete in the Champions League.
Speaking on Monday Night Football, Rooney said: “I think for Manchester United not to be challenging, I think they’d want the season to be stopped now, if it could.
“Forget about the Champions League, they’re not going to compete next year if they qualify for it.
“I think they have to rebuild.
“Rebuild the squad, rebuild everything around the first team, around the club to make sure they put themselves in a position for in three years time, they can actually challenge again for the Premier League.”
Rooney rues Ronaldo’s United return
Wayne Rooney believes Manchester United made a mistake in re-signing his former strike partner Cristiano Ronaldo, and should have instead invested in players for the future.
United’s record goalscorer was a guest on Sky’s Monday Night Football, and was asked directly if Ronaldo’s return to Old Trafford had been a success.
Rooney responded: “You’d have to say no, not at the minute. He’s scored important goals in the Champions League earlier on in the season, and he scored the hat-trick against Tottenham.
“But I think if you’re looking at the future of the club, you have to go with younger, and hungrier players to lift Manchester United over the next two or three years.
“Cristiano is getting on a bit now, and he’s obviously not the player he was when he was in his twenties.
“That happens, that’s football. He’s still a goal threat, I just feel they need more younger and more hungry players.”
Big boots to Phill
Man Utd have been advised to MOVE ON from superstars like Cristiano Ronaldo and Paul Pogba.
Legendary forward Wayne Rooney has urged his former club to look to build for the future by signing young and hungry players.
Garth Crooks reckons Ronaldo should leave this summer and link up with fellow United legend and global superstar Becks at Inter Miami.
Moving on both Ronaldo, 37, and Pogba, 29, could see the club sign top target Kalvin Phillips.
United could also reignite their interest in Tottenham and England striker Harry Kane, who is nine years Ronaldo’s junior.
Here is how United could line-up next season.
Premier League return for Gnabry?
Serge Gnabry is reportedly contemplating leaving Bayern Munich this summer with several Premier League giants chasing his signature.
The 26-year-old’s contract with the Bavarian behemoths is up next summer and talks between the two parties have stalled due to his wage demands.
The ex-Arsenal ace has rapidly transitioned into one of Europe’s best wingers – scoring 61 goals and providing 40 assists in 163 games since joining Bayern.
Although Bayern are desperate to keep hold of the winger, a gang of the continent’s biggest clubs have caught wind of his fraught relationship with the Bundesliga side.
And according to Goal, via the Daily Mail, Premier League big boys Arsenal, Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester United top the list of interested parties.
Cristiano Ronaldo to Inter Miami?
Cristiano Ronaldo has been tipped to quit Manchester United and create a “formidable partnership” with David Beckham at Inter Miami.
Garth Crooks told BBC Sport: “Old age comes to us all but its impact can be more visible in some than others.
“Ronaldo has scored an impressive 18 goals in 32 matches in all competitions this season but it is a far cry from his usual high standards of almost a goal every game when he was playing for Real Madrid.
“I am a huge admirer of Ronaldo.
“His professionalism is beyond reproach and he has more than fulfilled the expectations required of a 37-year-old player in the toughest league in the world.
“However, he is still a young man who needs a purpose in life. The United States might be the place to establish that purpose.
“David Beckham and Ronaldo would make a formidable partnership in Miami. One thing is for sure, the five-time Ballon D’or winner doesn’t need the money.”
Good afternoon Man Utd fans
Paris Saint-Germain have made an official approach to Paul Pogba, according to the Manchester Evening News’ Samuel Luckhurst.
The United correspondent reports that PSG have presented a package to Pogba’s representatives that includes a salary lower than what is currently on the table to remain at Old Trafford.
The French midfielder is open to a move to his country’s capital, although is believes to favour a move back to former club Juventus.
And United are said to be already eyeing up his replacement, with Lazio ace Sergej Milinkovic-Savic on their shortlist.
The 27-year-old’s contract is ticking down, and it’s understood that the Rome outfit want to cash in before he – like Pogba – walks away for nothing.
Corriere dello Sport report that United have enquired about the Serbia international’s services.
In other news, United’s hopes of signing Ronald Araujo in the summer have been dealt a huge blow after it emerged that the centre-back was now willing to sign a new contract with Barcelona.
It had previously been reported that the Uruguayan was up for grabs after talks with Barca over a new deal had stalled.
And finally, Wayne Rooney has claimed that Manchester United’s academy “didn’t exist” under Jose Mourinho.
Appearing on Monday Night Football, Wazza said: “The distance between the academy and the first team and the manager, especially under Mourinho, was huge.
“It was almost as if they didn’t exist, if you like. Having the relationship they had with Sir Alex for 26 years and then not being allowed anywhere near the first team…
“It’s almost like there was a divorce between the first team and the academy.”
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
