MAN UTD are preparing a £90m transfer bid for England captain Harry Kane, as the Glazer family look to placate angry supporters.
Meanwhile Dortmund are now reportedly willing to sell Jadon Sancho for £85m – the fee United were willing to pay for the winger last summer.
However, the Red Devils are looking to drive the price down further in talks before pushing through a move.
Another alternative up front is Fiorentina’s Dusan Vlahovic, who United are said to be in “constant contact” with.
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FROM SUNSPORT’S MARTIN LIPTON
Away fans will NOT be able to attend the last two rounds of Prem games – after the Old Trafford pitch invasion forced a U-turn.
Prem clubs had been keen to ensure up to 500 visiting supporters were allowed into grounds in the last week of the season, as part of maximum 10,000 crowds.
But League chiefs were concerned that the Government, and local safety officers, might block the proposals in the wake of the violent incidents that saw Manchester United’s game with Liverpool postponed on Sunday.
And now the Prem has confirmed that, while fans are set to be allowed at the games between May 18 and May 23 – one in each of the 20 top flight stadiums – seats will be strictly sold to home fans only.
Man Utd fans storming of the pitch has made the Premier League re-think their plans TOP OF THE COPS
Man Utd received a police escort to the airport as they flew out to Italy for their Europa League semi-final second leg against Roma.
The Red Devils were afforded the extra safety measures just days after fans stormed Old Trafford causing Sunday’s Premier League match against Liverpool to be postponed.
United face Roma in the Italian capital on Thursday with a hefty four-goal advantage following the 6-2 thrashing at Old Trafford last week.
Manchester United’s coach was given a police escort to the airport The coach was escorted by police following security breaches relating to fan protests There was an increased police presence in case of any protestors at the airport FROM SUNSPORT’S NEIL CUSTIS
Bruno Fernandes has denied he tried to address protesting fans before Manchester United’s game with Liverpool was called off.
Around 250 fans laid siege to the team hotel on Sunday and it was rumoured he was ready to go and address them.
But Fernandes said: “I was in my room watching football because Udinese was playing against Juventus.
“I never tried to go outside. We just did what the security said to us, keep in our rooms, stay there and that was everything the players did.
“If someone tried to come out, I don’t know. I didn’t see anyone try to come out, honestly…”
Bruno Fernandes denies attempting to talk to protestors
FIORENTINA KEEN TO TIE VLAHOVIC DOWN
Fiorentina are set to offer Dusan Vlahovic a new contract, according to reports.
Italian newspaper Corriere dello Sport are reporting the Serie A side want to extend the striker’s existing deal, which expires in two years.
It is believed Fiorentina want to build a team around the 21-year-old and aren’t interested in selling him at this moment in time.
The offer may include a release clause, ensuring the player gets a future move and the Italian side make a significant profit.
Vlahovic, who has been linked with a move to Manchester United, has scored 19 Serie A goals this campaign.
STICK WITH JU
Cristiano Ronaldo will not return to Manchester United this summer, according to reports in Italy.
Rumours have circulated that he will ask to leave the Bianconeri if they fail to qualify for the Champions League, a scenario which would also leave the club struggling financially.
Ronaldo hit both goals in the late comeback win over Udinese on Sunday, keeping them inside the top-four ahead of a huge showdown with AC Milan.
Sport Mediaset, via CalcioMercato, have claimed that he is intent on seeing out the final year of his Juventus contract.
The winger’s deal expires in 2022 and a huge bidding war could begin if he does signal his intention to move as a free agent.
It is also said that United are not able to afford a deal this summer.
Ronaldo earns around £540,000-a-week in Italy which is almost 50 per cent higher than the Red Devils’ current best-paid player, David De Gea.
And Juventus would likely demand a chunky transfer fee if he tried to force a move.
SOLSKJAER WARRY OF ROMA
Despite having a 6-2 lead, Solskjaer remains concerned about Roma ahead of tomorrow night’s game.
The United manager said: “We’re not going to play on the result, we’re going to play to win that game.
“That’s the only way I think we can play this game. Of course there might be one or two changes in the selection, but we have to get into the final.
“Everyone says it’s done but I’ve seen bigger upsets than this. Roma beat Barcelona in a second leg after being 4-1 down.”
OLE PRAISES FITNESS STAFF
Solskjaer went on to praise the work of his fitness staff, with United playing more than 50 games already this season.
He said: “We’ve got a great fitness staff. It’s been a process since we came in. We brought in some young staff when I came.
“We brought in some robustness. A winning Man United team has players that can play 40, 50 games per season at a high standard.
“That is lifestyle, it’s training. It’s about when you’re not playing, to get complete match fitness.”
OLE BREAKS SILENCE
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has spoken out for the first time since Sunday’s protest at Old Trafford.
Speaking at today’s press conference, the United boss said: “It was a difficult day for us. Of course, we wanted to play, to beat Liverpool for the fans.
“Our job is getting good results on the pitch.
“But as I said before the game, we have to listen, to hear the fans’ voice.
“It’s everyone’s right to protest but it has to be in a civilised manner. But unfortunately when you break in, when police officers are scarred for life, that’s a step too far.
“Then it’s a police matter, it’s not about showing your opinions anymore.”
GOOD AFTERNOON MAN UNITED FANS
It’s been a busy few days for United fans.
Sunday’s protest at Old Trafford has mounted pressure on the Glazers, with Avram refusing to apologise to fans after being confronted by a Sky journalist.
More protests are expected to be held during the coming weeks, raising doubts about United’s remaining home games against Leicester, Fulham and, of course, the rearranged game against Liverpool.
United fans have also announced their plans to boycott companies who sponsor the club.
New Sponsor TeamViewer have been bombarded with negative reviews in protest, leaving them with a one-star rating on website TrustPilot.
Fans have also shared an open letter regarding the boycott with Chevrolet, Adidas, DHL and Marriott Hotels, among others.
Despite the campaign, the Glazers are set to ignore the recent protests at Old Trafford and increase United’s value to $10bn (£7bn).
Manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is due to give his thoughts in a press conference today at 1pm.
Elsewhere, Jadon Sancho’s rumoured valuation of £85million is still more than United anticipated, according to reports.
But it is believed the Red Devils will still make a move this summer.The Glazers are also ready to sanction a £90million Manchester United bid for Harry Kane as they desperately attempt to quash fan fury.
And the official trailer for the new movie about ex-United boss Alex Ferguson – Sir Alex Ferguson: Never Give In – has been released.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
