MANCHESTER UNITED and England left-back Luke Shaw has signed a new long-term deal at Old Trafford.
Meanwhile, Victor Osimhen is keen on a summer move to the Red Devils, according to reports.
Elsewhere, Tottenham have slapped a huge £90million price tag on starman Harry Kane.
And we’ve got the very latest on United’s takeover talks.
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Mitrovic 8-game ban for Utd bust-up
Aleksandar Mitrovic has been banned for EIGHT matches for his Old Trafford meltdown.
The Fulham striker shoved and reacted angrily to referee Chris Kavanagh when he awarded a penalty and sent off team-mate Willian.
Kavanagh showed the red card, meaning an automatic three-game ban.
Now the FA have slapped him with an extra five matches and a £75,000 fine.
Manager Marco Silva, also red carded in the flashpoint, got a two-game touchline ban and £40,000 fine for his behaviour and comments.
Mitrovic served the first of those eight in Saturday’s 2-1 defeat at Bournemouth.
He will now miss Fulham’s next seven matches before returning for May’s trip to Southampton.
The Serb is also available for the London derby at home to Crystal Palace and the away day back to the scene of the crime, Old Trafford, for the final game of the season.
Red Devils to face Dortmund in Vegas
United will play Borussia Dortmund in Las Vegas in July as part of its summer tour of the US, bringing the most famous football club on the planet to the entertainment capital of the world, writes MARTIN BLACKBURN.
The match at the Allegiant Stadium on Sunday July 30, is the second fixture of the Club’s Tour 23 to be announced, with more fixtures and locations to be revealed in the coming weeks.
United have not met the Bundesliga side since a 2016 tour game in China and the pair have only played six competitive matches in their histories, – making this summer’s encounter a rare opportunity for US fans to see two of Europe’s leading football teams go head-to-head.
Last week, United announced a game against Welsh side Wrexham at Snapdragon Stadium, San Diego, on 25th July. Tickets for this match have already sold out, with fans eager to see the Red Devils return to the US for the first time in five years.
United Football Director, John Murtough said: “We have worked with the manager and his staff to provide a mix of competitive opponents to play during our tour of the US and we look forward to the match against Borussia Dortmund.
“As well as gaining valuable playing time, the squad will also be participating in training camps within the best sporting facilities available, giving our players the opportunity to build fitness before the start of the new Premier League season.
“The response we have received from fans since announcing we will be returning to the US has been incredible. We already have a full house for the match in San Diego and I am sure it will be the same for this fixture in Vegas.”
Luke staying 4 more years
Manchester United ace Luke Shaw has signed a new deal with the club.
Shaw put pen to paper on a four-year extension with United after some impressive performances under manager Erik ten Hag.
The left-back had a contract with the Red Devils until 2024, which has now been extended until 2028.
United are hoping to tie some more superstars to a new contract by June
Sancho future unclear
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is growing increasingly impatient with Jadon Sancho.
According to Manchester Evening News, Ten Hag is losing patience with Sancho.
So much so that the Dutch tactician could decide to let the winger leave at the end of the season.
The England international, who has made just five appearances in the last five months, could be sold as part of Ten Hag’s proposed clearout and rebuild.
Ten Hag’s five guys
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is ready to put five players on the chopping block this summer – including a favourite of co-owner Joel Glazer.
According to Manchester Evening News, Harry Maguire, Brandon Williams, Alex Telles, Anthony Martial and Eric Bailly will all be up for sale this summer.
Martial is believed to be Glazer’s favourite and he has intervened to stop the forward being sold previously.
But the 27-year-old, who was signed with high expectations in 2015, has failed to convince over a sustained period and has been increasingly hampered by injury problems.
Osimhen keen on United
Napoli star Victor Osimhen is interested in a move to Manchester United.
According to TeamTalk, the Osimhen is ‘eyeing up’ a move to United in the summer.
This season the striker has excelled in Serie A and has provided plenty of goals in the club’s title charge.
The Nigeria international has registered a staggering total of 25 goals and five assists in 29 appearances.
Credit: Rex Ten Hag on Shaw
Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag described Luke Shaw’s new contract as a “good message”.
Shaw has been essential for United this season as he has stood out at left-back and also successfully filled in at centre-back.
Ten hag said: “I think it’s a good message, any international is doing really well this season, really happy with them.
“He’s a modern left back but can also play centre-back, he matches the standards we want to have, it sends a very good message.”
Eriksen injury boost
Manchester United have received a major injury boost regarding Christian Eriksen.
United manager Erik ten Hag confirmed Eriksen has returned to full training.
Ten Hag said: “Not for tomorrow [vs Brentford] but he’s returning on the pitch.
“He’s returning into team training today, so we have to see now how quickly he can make the progress.”
Sheikh Jassim snag
The Manchester United ownership saga took a huge twist as it emerged there is serious Government concern about Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al-Thani, writes Sun Sport’s Martin Lipton.
Nearly five months after United was put on the market, bidders remain in the dark over whether the Glazers really want to sell the club.
But the news that the Bank of England has flagged up previous regulatory failings at the UK branch of the Qatari Investment Bank headed up by Sheikh Jassim could prove a major turning point.
Sheikh Jassim is the most likely to meet the Glazer family’s £6bn valuation but that could all be changed by the revelation of the issues being raised by senior Government officials.
Those reservations are understood to relate to a £1.4m fine handed out to QIB’s UK unit by the Bank of England in 2016 for violating capital financial rules that left the bank exposed to high levels of risk.
Regulators said QIB had “failed to meet some of the most basic regulatory standards”.
More on Shaw
Manchester United’s Football Director John Murtough described Luke Shaw as “one of the best defenders in the world” after he signed his contract extension.
Murtough said: “Luke is a massively important player to the squad and has grown into one of the best defenders in the world.
“He has been at the club for nearly a decade and understands the expectations for success, and the hard work, commitment and high standards required to achieve it.
“He has added leadership to his other outstanding abilities, and we all look forward to seeing him in a Manchester United shirt for years to come.”
Credit: Getty Shaw speaks out
Manchester United ace Luke Shaw revealed he signed a new contract because he believes in the “journey” manager Erik ten Hag has taken the club.
Shaw said: “Nine years ago, I signed for this amazing club, and I’m thrilled to be extending my stay.
“I’ve grown immensely since coming to Manchester all those years ago, both as a person and as a player; I know what is needed to succeed at a club like this.
“We’re at the beginning of our journey under the manager and his coaching staff.
“We’ve been successful already this season, but we want much more. There’s a great opportunity to create something special here, and I’m going to give everything to be part of that.”
Shaw signs new deal
Manchester United ace Luke Shaw has signed a new deal with the club.
Shaw put pen to paper on a four-year extension with United after some impressive performances under manager Erik ten Hag.
The left-back had a contract with the Red Devils until 2024, which has now been extended until 2028.
United are hoping to tie some more superstars to a new contract by June
Harry Kane price
Manchester United may have to splash the cash to sign long-term target and Tottenham superstar Harry Kane.
And reports suggest Kane will cost a whopping £90million to price away from Spurs.
The striker’s future in North London appears uncertain after Antonio Conte’s dismissal from the dugout.
The England captain’s contract runs out next year, which means Tottenham run the risk of losing him for free if he doesn’t leave this summer
Harry Kane bid
Manchester United are ready to go after Tottenham superstar Harry Kane in the summer.
United do not want to involve themselves in a saga like with Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong last summer.
Therefore, the Red Devils are keen to find out whether the transfer is feasible from the player and Spurs’ perspective.
The star striker is manager Erik ten Hag’s preferred choice to spearhead his frontline.
Credit: Rex Declan Rice bidding war
Arsenal will battle Manchester United for West Ham star Declan Rice.
Rice is targeted by United with Scott McTominay heading for the exit door at Old Trafford.
The Gunners’ boss Mikel Arteta wants to bolster his midfield and the England international is high on the North Londoners’ summer wishlist.
The Hammers may demand £100million, but the price is set to be affected if they get relegated to the Championship.
Osimhen ‘eyes’ United
Man United transfer target Victor Osimhen is reportedly interested in a move to the club.
According to TeamTalk, the Napoli star is ‘eyeing up’ a move to the Red Devils.
This season the Nigerian striker he excelled in Serie A and has provided plenty of goals in the club’s title charge.
Frank expecting ‘difficult’ match
Brentford manager Thomas Frank thinks Wednesday’s clash against Man United will be the hardest of the season.
He said: “We are potentially going into the most difficult game of the season, with everything taken into consideration.
“We are going away to the biggest away ground, with those fans, against a very good side that are much more stable.
“Erik ten Hag and his staff have done a very good job. They’ve just won their first trophy and they’re fighting for a Champions League spot.
“They lost (on Sunday) so they will want to bounce back. Plus, we beat them last time, so they’ll doubly want to bounce back. And they’re a very good team with top players.”
Sabitzer boost
Man United have reportedly been handed a massive boost in their hopes of signing Marcel Sabitzer this summer.
According to Kerry Hau, Chief Reporter SPORT1, Bayern will allow the midfielder to join the Red Devils this summer.
After the sacking of Julian Nagelsmann, there had been doubt over a permanent move, with Thomas Tuchel potentially wanting to keep hold of Sabitzer.
Credit: Getty Henderson interest
Aston Villa are the latest Premier League club to be linked with a move to sign Man United’s Dean Henderson.
The goalkeeper is currently on loan at Nottingham Forest, who will be in the hint for his signature should they beat the drop.
But according to Football Insider, the Villans are also interested in signing the internationally capped stopper.
Credit: Alamy Neville explains league prediction
Gary Neville has taken to social media to explain his reasoning as to why he thought Man United would finish above Arsenal this season.
When reminded of his take by an Arsenal fan, he wrote: “Relax it was 2.5 months ago. It’s a prediction.
“I thought you would blow up! ( enough evidence of that in the last 15 years ).
“You haven’t so well done.”
Wout in
The striker’s contract at Old Trafford expires at the end of the season and he would be expected to return to Burnley.
However, Ten Hag has suggested that he would want to keep him beyond this season.
When asked if Weghorst was potentially part of his long-term plans, the Red Devils boss said: “Of course.
“I think he is doing a lot of elements of football really well.
“Wout is doing a really good job for us.”
JUST A MIN
Former Man United defender Paul Parker believes the club should make a move to sign Napoli star Kim Min-jae.
Parker told Kelbet: “Kim Min-jae has done excellent for Napoli this season and I would love to see him at Man United.
“Raphael Varane can be a bit fragile sometimes so it would be good with a new player who can compete with him.
“And then Kim Min-jae has to earn his spot in the starting XI. If he is willing to come here and fight for a spot that is not guaranteed, that would be amazing.”
Credit: Alamy Weghorst not for Keys
Former Sky Sports presenter Richards Keys has slammed Erik ten Hag’s defence of misfiring striker Wout Weghorst.
Keys wrote in his blog: “Ten Hag justified his plans to sign him permanently by telling us that last week – and went on to add that Workhorse ‘creates space for players’. I’ll tell you what – he’d create more space if he wasn’t on the pitch.
“The bottom line is that he’s a bang ordinary centre-forward who doesn’t score goals and isn’t good enough to play for United. Ten Hag sounds like a desperate man trying to justify a mistake every time he talks about him.
“And when is ten Hag going to accept that his team don’t lack ‘passion, desire, hunger and attitude’ every time they get beaten? Or that ‘they didn’t stick to the game plan’.”
FRIMP-ON
Man United have expressed an interest in signing Jeremie Frimpong from Bayer Leverkusen, according to reports.
According to football journalist Patrick Berger, the Red Devils are keen on the prospect of signing the Dutchman.
And Bayer Leverkusen could give him the green light to leave in the summer as they have already got his replacement.
The Bundesliga side completed the signing of Brazilian full-back Arthur from America Mineiro on Monday.
‘Patience wearing thin’ with Sancho
Erik ten Hag is reportedly growing ‘impatient’ with winger Jadon Sancho.
The Dutch manager is expecting more from the former Borussia Dortmund and England star.
According to MEN, Sancho could be one of the Man United players to be sold this summer.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
