SIR Jim Ratcliffe’s proposed deal to buy a 25 per cent stake in Manchester United may not be completed in time for the opening of the January transfer window, according to reports.
The British billionaire is expected to pay £1.4bn for a quarter stake in the club, which would reportedly give his company, INEOS, control over footballing operations at Old Trafford.
Meanwhile, Sofyan Amrabat was pictured in Man United training on Thursday after sitting out of Morocco’s recent matches.
However, Casemiro is not expected to be fit after staying in Brazil to nurse a knock from the international break.
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A lifetime ago for ex-Devil
This former Man Utd star was a reserve player when he left Old Trafford.
But upon his return, he was a fully-fledged international with England.
However, he made an awkward blunder on his first day back.
Can you guess who the ex-United ace is?
Man Utd set Greenwood price
Man United hope to rake in £22million for Mason Greenwood.
The Express claims the striker will never play for the Red Devils again after a loan move to Getafe.
But his parent club are still ready to cash in next summer.
And they hope Getafe agree to a £22m deal to sign Greenwood permanently.
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Evans above for Jonny
Jonny Evans could be in line for another Man Utd appearance this weekend.
The veteran defender has passed a fitness test after appearing to take a knock while playing for Northern Ireland.
Evans already seems to be ahead of Harry Maguire in Erik ten Hag’s pecking order.
And he could get the nod when United visit Sheffield United on Saturday.
Sancho still an exile
Jadon Sancho looks like he’s out of the Man Utd frame for good.
That’s after being ditched from their squad photo for the current season.
Sancho continues to train by himself after a spat with Erik ten Hag.
And it seems he will leave United in January, with a loan move the most likely option.
Like father, like Ron
Cristiano Ronaldo Jr admits he wants to play on the same pitch as his dad after signing a contract with Al-Nassr.
The 13-year-old was tearing up Man Utd’s academy before his old man departed nearly a year ago.
Ronaldo Jr also left the Red Devils, and is now shining in Saudi Arabia.
Dad Ronnie said: “My son tells me: dad, hold on a few more years, I want to play with you!”
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Origins of Sancho row revealed
Jadon Sancho’s feud with Erik ten Hag began when the Manchester United boss reportedly decided three academy products had outshone the England winger in training.
Sancho was promptly dropped against Arsenal – with the resulting infamous row leaving him training and eating alone at the club.
The Times say Ten Hag was far more impressed by starlets Dan Gore, 19, 21-year-old Facundo Pellistri and Hannibal Mejbri, 20, than with Sancho as United practiced ahead of a trip to the Emirates on September 3.
Cue the 23-year-old being totally axed from the squad – leading to dramatic claims, counter-claims and costly repercussions for Sancho.
Supercomputer predicts awful United finish
Man Utd are being tipped for their worst finish in Premier League history.
A boffin supercomputer has calculated that the Red Devils will finish 10th this season.
Incredibly, Spurs are tipped to win the title ahead of Arsenal, Man City and Liverpool.
But United’s season still won’t be as bad as Chelsea’s, who are predicted to come a place behind in 11th.
No way back for Sergio
Sergio Reguilon appears to have cut ties with parent club Spurs.
That’s by claiming every footballer wants to play for Man United.
Reguilon joined the Red Devils on loan and has impressed in several appearances.
He said: “This question is too easy. Tell me one player that doesn’t want to play for Manchester United. It was an easy decision for me.”
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Ratcliffe waits for takeover approval
Man Utd fans may have to wait until next month at LEAST before finding out if Sir Jim Ratcliffe will be taking a stake in the club.
The 70-year-old’s bid was initially expected to be given the green light in a Red Devils board meeting this week.
But while a scheduled board meeting did take place as planned on Thursday, and the potential share sale is almost certain to be discussed, there will be no decision from the Glazers and other directors.
Although a late change of heart is possible, it is understood that the final details on any agreement are still being thrashed out by lawyers and are unlikely to be completed in time.
Martial law for striker
Anthony Martial has been warned to shape up or ship out.
Reports claim the Frenchman has been told he must show signs of improvement to earn a new Man Utd contract.
Martial’s current deal expires at the end of the season and the Red Devils are prepared to lose him on a free.
But if he gets back to goalscoring ways after some injury-blighted seasons, Martial could yet end up penning a United extension.
Back in business
Man Utd have been handed a big injury boost ahead of their trip to Sheffield United.
Sergio Reguilon was pictured training on Thursday, having missed the last four games.
And Sofyan Amrabat also took part after sitting out Morocco’s recent matches.
However, Casemiro is not expected to be fit after staying in Brazil to nurse a knock from the international break.
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BBC axe football show
The BBC have quietly axed MOTDx.
This comes less than a month after Football Focus hosts Alex Scott and Dan Walker were involved in a public spat over viewing figures.
MOTDx was hosted by Jermaine Jenas and was on screens from 2019.
It took a relaxed look at football and targeted younger audiences.
The Match of the Day spin-off was packed with exclusive interviews while also delving into music, fashion and culture.
Three reasons Man Utd are struggling
Man Utd sit 10th in the Premier League after a disappointing start to the season.
There was a real sense of optimism around the club as the season began, with United back in the Champions League and the squad receiving significant investment.
However, poor league form and back-to-back defeats to Bayern Munich and Galatasaray in Europe have left some questioning manager Erik ten Hag.
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Shoes to fill
Football players and fans alike are obsessed with the boots worn on the field.
We have compiled a list of football stars with some of the largest boot sizes in the world.
Man Utd’s next five games
The Red Devils travel to face Sheffield United on Saturday.
Man Utd stars tell Sancho to apologise
Jadon Sancho has been told to sort out his row with Erik ten Hag NOW.
Fed-up Manchester United team-mates have approached the winger about his stand-off with the manager.
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Sancho ‘for sale’
Man Utd are preparing to sell Jadon Sancho in the January transfer window.
The Mirror understands club chiefs are preparing to offload him during the mid-season window.
And they are willing to take a sizeable loss to sell the former Borussia Dortmund man.
Sancho arrived from the Bundesliga side for £73million in 2021.
It is now being reported the Premier League giants would accept a fee in the region of £40m.
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