AARON WAN-BISSAKA wants a new contract at Manchester United — but has been told to wait on new Erik ten Hag’s verdict on his future, SunSport can exclusively reveal.
United blocked recent inquiries for him, prompting AWB’s team to ask for a long-term deal instead.
Meanwhile, Paul Pogba has reportedly agreed a deal to return to Juventus, according to reports in Italy.
The Frenchman will leave United again on a free and walk back to Turin where he will pocket £6.75m-a-season plus bonuses.
And Manchester United are reportedly set to do battle with Arsenal for Lille forward Jonathan David.
According to CBS, incoming new manager Ten Hag – who will be in attendance for United’s game at Crystal Palace this weekend – wants to sign the Canada international to bolster his attack.
Lille are said to want around £42million for the striker.
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Erik’s caged Devils
EXCLUSIVE: Erik ten Hag plans to cage in his players as part of his grand plan to rebuild Manchester United, writes PHIL THOMAS.
The new Old Trafford gaffer has already handed training ground staff details of what he wants when he starts work this summer.
And that includes prepping a five-a-side pitch for what Ten Hag has labelled “cage work,” when players are put through a confined space-session.
United’s smaller pitch at their Carrington base is already fenced in and there will be no excuses – or escape – for the likes of Marcus Rashford and Cristiano Ronaldo.
Ten Hag is believed to also want some of the half-sized pitches redrawn to replicate the ones he used on a daily basis at Ajax.
A United insider said: “The new manager has already provided a number of technical requests and the staff are working hard to have it ready
“The astro five-a-side pitch is named the Adidas Predator Zone and the lads use it for fun and games – but Ten Hag has daily plans for it.
“He wants the players locked in and uncomfortable until they are totally at ease with it. The pitch is caged in and he wants it ready to go.
“The club is determined to give him everything he needs and it is currently all hands to the pump at Carrington.”
Butt and Scholes will Salf it out
EXCLUSIVE: Nicky Butt and Paul Scholes will take a more hands-on role in running the team and training at Salford City.
The ex-Manchester United pair are club owners – along with fellow Class of 92 stars Gary Neville, Phil Neville, Ryan Giggs and David Beckham – and will work closely with new boss Neil Wood.
Butt, 47, left his coaching job at United last year and Scholes, also 47, was manager at Oldham in 2019.
Now they will move from the boardroom to help Wood, 39, on a regular basis.
As SunSport revealed earlier this week, Wood became the shock choice for the job at the Peninsula Stadium, before he was announced on Friday.
Wood, who replaced Gary Bowyer, is another former United academy graduate – although he never made a senior appearance for the Red Devils.
Aaron eyes new Utd contract
EXCLUSIVE: Aaron Wan-Bissaka wants a new deal at United — but has been told to wait on Erik ten Hag’s verdict on his future, writes ALAN NIXON.
The right-back is out of contract in two years.
United blocked recent inquiries for him, prompting AWB’s team to ask for a long-term deal instead.
Crystal Palace have been linked with re-signing their academy star, but Wan-Bissaka is on more than the Eagles usually pay.
Even a loan return to Selhurst Park would be difficult to sort due to his current wages.
Incoming boss Ten Hag will pass judgement on the current squad, with United expected to make a number of changes this summer.
Cottagers want Matic talks
EXCLUSIVE: Fulham want to talk veteran Nemanja Matic into staying in the Prem after he leaves Manchester United, writes ALAN NIXON.
The Championship winners are keen to bring the ex-Chelsea midfielder back to London.
Matic, 33, has played a key role at United lately and is still very capable at the top level.
But he is choosing to move on rather than be part of Erik ten Hag’s revolution.
Foreign interest in Matic is great but he could get a deal that works for him at Fulham and can slot back into life in London, after two great spells with the Blues.
Matic revealed he would leave United last month in a lengthy statement on social media.
Evra calls out absent Utd legends
Ex-United left-back Patrice Evra appeared to lash out at fellow club heroes who missed the 3-1 Legends’ charity match defeat to Liverpool at Old Trafford.
United greats such as Gary Neville, Jaap Stam and Dimitar Berbatov laced their boots one more time to take on former Reds rivals including Jamie Carragher, Dirk Kuyt and Jerzy Dudek.
Ex-France left-back Evra – who played with Three Lions icons including Wayne Rooney, Paul Scholes and Rio Ferdinand – was also unhappy with the lack of heroes who are based in England as he himself had to fly from Dubai.
The former left-back told MUTV: “I’m sorry for the fans. I know it’s a charity game, but there is a rivalry between the two clubs. There is no friendly match.
“Where are the English players? I live in Dubai. I came from there. When Man Utd call, you answer.
“I think more legends should be here today. When United calls you, you have to be there.”
Chelsea ‘obvious match for Pogba’
Paul Pogba has been rated Chelsea’s perfect signing.
The Manchester United midfielder, 29, is tipped for a summer free transfer to old club Juventus or PSG, with Real Madrid now outsiders.
But ex-Red Devils striker Louis Saha believes Pogba would form a natural partnership with a more defensive France team-mate at Stamford Bridge.
Fellow Frenchman Saha told Lord Ping: “Chelsea is the obvious match for Pogba because he loves to play with N’Golo Kante.
“We always try to compare what he does with France and United and the ability of Kante makes Pogba play to another dimension.
“Only Pogba can indicate where he wants to go, I’m just sad he hasn’t fulfilled his dream.”
Pogba has reportedly rejected joining United’s neighbours City.
Spurs ‘pave way for Utd on Johnstone’
Manchester United could be in pole position for West Brom keeper Sam Johnstone as Tottenham reportedly eye Fraser Forster instead.
Manchester United could be in pole position for West Brom keeper Sam Johnstone as Tottenham reportedly eye Fraser Forster instead.
Red Devils’ second-choice stopper Dean Henderson could be loaned out, with Bournemouth and Fulham keen.
And United have been linked with Johnstone long before Erik ten Hag was named as incoming manager.
Red Devils’ second-choice stopper Dean Henderson could be loaned out, with Bournemouth and Fulham keen.
Even Legends can’t salvage Utd pride
United’s Legends were humbled just as much as the mediocre current squad have been this season as Mark Gonzalez hit a stunner in a 3-1 Charity match win for Liverpool’s oldies.
The former Chile midfielder only spent one season at Anfield in 2006-07 – scoring two Premier League goals.
But he notched a superb 30-yard free-kick past United sub keeper Kevin Pilkington and a stoppage-time clincher.
A goalless first half was played in high spirits for good causes,including the Man Utd Foundation, with £1.3million raised as Gary Neville and Jamie Carragher captained the two teams and the likes of Patrice Evra, Jaap Stam and Andriy Voronin took part.
But Liverpool came flying out of the blocks in the second 45.
Replacement forward Luis Garcia’s cheeky stepover beat Raimond van der Gouw all ends up and Garcia rounded the keeper to roll in the opener.
Dimitar Berbatov won a penalty three minutes later to coolly slot in for 1-1.
But Dirk Kuyt hit the post for Liverpool before Gonzalez struck twice to give them victory.
Juve fans ecstatic at ‘Pogba agreeing return’
Paul Pogba sent Juventus fans into meltdown with his latest Instagram post – after reportedly agreeing to return to Turin.
He got Old Lady supporters excited by uploading a picture of him posing on a waterfront on his social media.
Pogba, wearing a yellow tracksuit with “Guinea” on the back and a red cap, faced away from the camera overlooking the greenery, water and hills beyond.
It is unclear exactly where the photo was taken – but fans flooded the replies with comments of “Pogback” as they prepare for his return to Juventus.
One said: “See you at the stadium Paul.”
Another wrote: “Welcome back.”
And a third added: “We are waiting for you at home.”
The Manchester United midfielder, 29, is out of contract at Old Trafford this summer.
And he looks set to leave as a free agent with no extension agreed.
A controversial move across town to Manchester City fell through and PSG were also keen.
Barca say it will be tough to sign Lewandowski
Barcelona are in talks to sign Robert Lewandowski but say it will be difficult to land the Bayern Munich legend.
Poland striker Lewandowski has hinted in recent weeks he fancies a new challenge.
And Barca were immediately rated favourites to sign the 33-year-old.
Manchester United and Chelsea have previously been linked tentatively with arguably Europe’s most proven out-and-out frontman of the past decade.
Ronaldo to miss Prem finale through injury
Cristiano Ronaldo has withdrawn from Manchester United’s squad for tomorrow’s Prem finale at Crystal Palace with a hip injury.
The Red Devils need victory to seal sixth place.
But 24-goal top-scorer Ron, 37, is suddenly sidelined.
Red Devils in queue for David
Manchester United and Arsenal are reportedly being joined by Chelsea and Newcastle in eyeing Lille striker Jonathan David.
West Ham and Aston Villa are also said to be keen on the Canadian speedster.
Incoming Old Trafford chief Erik ten Hag has added the 22-year-old to his shortlist of potential new frontmen this summer.
Shaw welcomes a child
The Red Devils face the Eagles away at Selhurst Park in their final Premier League game of the season.
Luke Shaw is a doubt to feature for Manchester United against Crystal Palace on Sunday following the birth of his second child.
Congratulations Luke and Anouska!
Pogba post sending Juve fans crazy
Paul Pogba sent Juventus fans into meltdown with his latest Instagram post – after reportedly agreeing a transfer return.
He got Old Lady supporters excited by uploading a picture of him posing on a waterfront on his social media.
Pogba, wearing a yellow tracksuit labelled “Guinea” and a red cap, faced away from the camera overlooking the greenery, water and hills beyond.
Fans flooded the replies with comments of “Pogback” as they prepare for his return to Juventus.
One said: “See you at the stadium Paul.”
Another wrote: “Welcome back.”
Breaking – Ronaldo will miss final game of season
Cristiano Ronaldo will miss Manchester United’s final game of the season through injury.
The Portugal international has been United’s most prolific performer this season – despite recently turning 37.
But the club legend will miss the Red Devils’ final match of the season away at Crystal Palace.
That’s according to The Athletic, who claim a hip flexor problem has ruled the Portuguese out of Sunday’s match at Selhurst Park.
Manchester United Legends vs Liverpool Legends
Gary Neville leads out Manchester United Legends against Liverpool Legends TODAY.
The star-studded match takes place at Old Trafford and all proceeds go to the Manchester United Foundation.
United’s captain marvel, Bryan Robson, will manage the Red Devils for the clash.
Robson said: “It’s always exciting playing against Liverpool; even in legends games that rivalry is still there.
“But, it is also about raising money for Manchester United Foundation, which really helps to encourage and educate young people in communities across Greater Manchester.”
The match kicks off at 3pm. Follow SunSport’s live blog for updates.
Pogba to Juve done, say reports
Man Utd midfielder Paul Pogba has reportedly agreed to return to Juventus having taken a huge pay cut.
The 29-year-old is available on a free transfer with his contract at Old Trafford to expire at the end of the season.
La Gazetta dello Sport report that the last doubts are “resolved” and Paul Pogba is heading back to Juventus.
A three-year contract is “ready” for Pogba to sign but the midfielder has “decided”.
It is worth of around £120k-a-week, plus bonuses.
De Jong wants Champions League
Manchester United transfer target Frenkie de Jong wants Champions League football next season – throwing his move to Old Trafford in doubt even further.
A transfer could now be in doubt as the Barcelona star is desperate to play for a team in the Champions League, not just the Premier League.
Journalist Fabrizio Romano said: “I’m sure he wants to play Champions League football, so it’s not going to be easy.”
With Man Utd seemingly heading to the Europa League, if results go their way on Sunday, the player could go elsewhere.
Xavi praises De Jong
Barcelona boss Xavi has praised Frenkie de Jong ahead of a potential block to the Man Utd transfer.
New Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag is rumoured to be keen on bringing the midfielder to the club, having worked with him at Ajax.
But Xavi says: “For me, Frenkie is a great player, he’s a beast – I like him and I think he can be part of an important era of the club.
“We will see the economic situation of the club… but I like de Jong”.
Ring in the changes at United
Ralf Rangnick has told Manchester United to go for glory in the Europa League and guarantee themselves a place in the prestigious Champions League again.
Rangnick said: “It is a big difference if a club like United plays in the Europa League rather than the Europa Conference League.
“Frankfurt finished in the lower half of Bundesliga but won the Europa League and qualified for the Champions League – this should be an incentive.”
German Rangnick, who officially hands over the reins of power to Ten Hag on Monday, added: “I still strongly believe there is a core of players who are top, and good enough to play for the club.
“And hopefully most of them will still be here.
“If the board and Erik bring in players with the right mentality, I am positive that we will be able to put this club back not just on the right track but to the top.
“Maybe it will not happen in one transfer window but I am positive in the next two or three.”
Pogba at Juventus : part two
Paul Pogba has reportedly agreed to return to Juventus having taken a huge pay cut.
The French playmaker spent four years at the Italian club before a world-record £109m move to Old Trafford.
He made 178 appearances for the Turin team, scoring 34 goals and providing 40 assists.
Juventus won FOUR consecutive Serie A titles with Pogba at the club.
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Manchester United to blow sixth?
Chris Sutton and Micah Richards spoke with the Daily Mail in preparation for tomorrow’s Premier League finale.
Both agreed that Ralf Rangnick’s team could slip up.
Sutton said: “Manchester United deserve the Europa Conference League after this sorry season”.
And former Man City defender Richards thinks “West Ham win at Brighton but I don’t think Manchester United beat Crystal Palace”.
If that happens, West Ham finish sixth for Europa League, and the Red Devils would be in the Europa Conference League next season.
Sutton added that “most people around the country would say West Ham deserve sixth more than United”.
Team news for tomorrow
Some stars are set to miss their Ten Hag audition through injury or illness.
Up and coming youngster Alejandro Garnacho won’t play a part this weekend.
Interim boss Ralf Rangnick confirmed: “Unfortunately Alejandro was ill in the last couple of days.
“Today his first back, he might be back but not sure if he is physically fit to play.”
Luke Shaw is also a doubt, with the left-back’s wife giving birth to their second child on Friday.
Jadon Sancho and Phil Jones will also miss out.
Pogba to Juve done, say reports
Man Utd midfielder Paul Pogba has reportedly agreed to return to Juventus having taken a huge pay cut.
The 29-year-old is available on a free transfer with his contract at Old Trafford to expire at the end of the season.
La Gazetta dello Sport report that the last doubts are “resolved” and Paul Pogba is heading back to Juventus.
A three-year contract is “ready” for Pogba to sign but the midfielder has “decided”.
It is worth of around £120k-a-week, plus bonuses.
United vs Palace on Sunday
United’s under-achievers will be handed their first chance to impress incoming boss Erik ten Hag at Crystal Palace on Sunday.
The Dutchman will be at Selhurst Park for the final day of the Premier League season.
United are currently in pole position to secure the final Europa League place, leading West Ham by two points.
But should Palace hold United to a draw or beat them and West Ham win at Brighton, the Red Devils will contest the Europa Conference League next term.
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