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      Inter Milan boss Simone Inzaghi emerges as shock contender to replace Erik Ten Hag with Man Utd chief two games from axe

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      INTER MILAN boss Simone Inzaghi has reportedly emerged as a “serious contender” to replace Erik ten Hag at Manchester United.The Dutchman will have two away games to save his job against Porto on Thursday and Aston Villa on Sunday.Simone Inzaghi is on Man Utd’s radar should Erik ten Hag be sackedThe pressure is mounting on the Man Utd boss after another poor start to the seasonThe Man Utd manager’s future has been called into question following a dismal display in a humiliating 3-0 home loss to Tottenham.Ten Hag said he was not concerned about losing his job, claiming the club are backing him, after he signed a contract extension over the summer.But there remains uncertainty around his position.Sir Jim Ratcliffe will reportedly consider Ten Hag’s Man Utd future during the October international break.READ MORE ON MAN UTDOld Trafford chiefs are interested in securing Inzaghi from Italian side Inter Milan, according to The Star.Inzaghi guided Inter to Serie A glory last season and he is widely considered to be one of the best coaches in world football.The 48-year-old has won nine trophies during his managerial career so far, with both Lazio and Inter.Inter reached the Champions League final under his tutelage in 2022-23 but lost 1-0 to treble winners Manchester City.Most read in FootballInzaghi (centre) celebrating with his team as they secured their 20th Scudetto with five matches remaining in April 2024FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThe former Lazio forward has guided his side to fourth place this term, with three wins and two draws among their opening six fixtures.Inzaghi held Pep Guardiola to a 0-0 draw at the Etihad in early September.Man Utd manager Erik ten Hag speaks after his side’s 3-0 Premier League loss at home to Tottenham He is also the current holder of the Enzo Bearzot Award, given to the best Italian manager each year.The Star report states that former England boss Gareth Southgate could also come in for Ten Hag should he be sacked.Meanwhile Ruud van Nistelrooy will also be considered after returning to Old Trafford as an assistant in the summer.Southgate remains without a job after quitting England following England’s 2-1 defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final.Meanwhile Man Utd have only won six of their last 18 Premier League games and have already lost three of their six matches this season.Ten Hag could therefore be axed before the Red Devils face Brentford on October 19.Man Utd face four away games in their next five fixturesWhy NOBODY is the right man to replace Erik ten Hag at Man UtdSunSport’s DAVE KIDD says Erik ten Hag’s time at Man Utd is up… and explains what’s wrong with all the potential candidates to replace him.THIS is a mid-table squad at an underachieving club, with a lot of unwanted players on big money.And Ratcliffe is an instinctive cost-cutter who may not pay top dollar to the next manager.If this club wasn’t called ‘Manchester United’, it wouldn’t be an especially desirable job.The good news for United is that their new sporting director, Dan Ashworth, is a very decent judge of a manager.He has been instrumental in three previous managerial appointments — Gareth Southgate for England, Graham Potter for Brighton and Eddie Howe for Newcastle.None were wildly popular at the time, all were conspicuous successes.Interestingly, Ashworth’s No 1 choice for the Newcastle job was Unai Emery, who turned him down to stay at Villarreal but has since proved that judgment right by excelling at Aston Villa.Emery may well deliver the coup de grace to Ten Hag on Sunday — especially with Bruno Fernandes suspended and Kobbie Mainoo an injury doubt.And the Spaniard would be an excellent fit for United — yet there is next to no chance that he would abandon Villa’s Champions League campaign to take the Old Trafford job, not least because he isn’t a stark raving madman.Howe would be another good candidate to succeed Ten Hag but, although he has become frustrated on Tyneside, the Saudis would surely not allow Ratcliffe to poach Howe, as they reluctantly did with Ashworth.Potter is available but his Chelsea experience and lack of charisma would make him a tough sell.Which brings us to Southgate, who remains close with Ashworth and is an excellent man-manager who was seriously considered by United last spring.Yet, despite having led England to two of their three major finals, Southgate’s reputation for over-caution was only enhanced during the Euros.Mauricio Pochettino, passed over twice by United, is out of the equation having taken the United States job.Thomas Tuchel would be a popular and gettable option but, despite being a fine coach and a very engaging man, he is considered something of a loose cannon.Likewise, Roberto De Zerbi, now at Marseille after his brief Brighton stint sparkled then fizzled out.Kieran McKenna — a gifted former United coach who has won back-to-back promotions with Ipswich Town — is an intriguing candidate but the imminent vacancy may come a year or so too soon.Marco Silva, the extremely under-rated Fulham boss, has been on United’s radar and should not be discounted.Sporting Lisbon’s Ruben Amorim, last season’s ‘next big thing’, was passed over by West Ham as well as Liverpool this summer and is not an easy man to pin down.Zinedine Zidane, who has taken over from Alan Curbishley as a 20-1 shot for every Premier League job, is a ‘figurehead’ manager and not an Ashworth type.Ruud van Nistelrooy, the former United goal machine who joined Ten Hag’s coaching team in the summer is the bookies’ favourite. Simply because he’s in the building and he’s Dutch.So, yes, getting rid of Ten Hag is the easy part. More

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      Gary Lineker’s tree surgeon nephew, 18, ‘crushed to death by falling trunk’ as Match of the Day star’s sons pay tribute

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      GARY Lineker’s tree surgeon nephew died after he was crushed by a falling trunk, an inquest heard. Jonty Parkinson, 18, was described as “one of the nicest boys you’ll meet” by his cousin George Lineker, 31, in a touching tribute on social media.Jonty Parkinson, cousin of Gary Lineker’s kids, died while at workJonty worked as a tree surgeonGary Lineker with his first wife and the auntie of Jonty, Michelle, in 2000Credit: PA:Press AssociationOpening the inquest last week, senior coroner Darren Salter revealed the tree surgeon died following a crush injury to his abdomen whilst working on September 6.Oxford Coroner’s Court heard Jonty, of Coln St. Aldwyns, Gloucs., was killed by a falling tree in Eaton Hastings, Oxon.A GoFundMe page set up in memory of the teenager has raised over £32,000 to go towards a “beautiful memorial or event” for the family.A post under the appeal called Jonty a “very special, beautiful young man”.read more on footballIt added: “I realise money can’t fill the great chasm of loss they are feeling, but I hope it can be used to ease the burden of funeral expenses or go towards a fitting memorial for Jonty.”Gary Lineker’s son George, 31, last month described his tragic cousin as “one of the nicest boys you’ll meet”.An Instagram story showed him with Jonty as a youngster, with George writing: “Taken far too soon. Fly high cousin, you’ll be missed by all.”Tobias Lineker, 28, George’s brother, also wrote a heartbreaking tribute on Instagram alongside an old photo of a smiling Jonty.Most read in FootballHe said: “Taken from us far too soon, rest in peace little cousin.”Jonty was the nephew of Gary, 63, from his marriage to his first wife, Michelle Cockayne, with whom he shares four children – George, Harry, Tobias and Angus.Jonty’s mum, Ali Cockayne, is the sister of Michelle and was previously married to Former England rugby captain Will Carling.A date for the full inquest has not yet been confirmed.Gary Lineker with sons Harry, Angus, George and TobiasCredit: RexFormer England rugby captain Will Carling with Jonty’s mum Ali and their son Henry in 1998Credit: PA:Press Association More

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      Barcelona and Spain legend Andres Iniesta retires and plans to formally announce decision on sentimental date

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      ANDRES INIESTA is set to retire from professional football, according to reports.The legendary midfielder has been without a club since July after his contract expired at UAE side Emirates Club.Andres Iniesta is set to retire from footballCredit: GettyIniesta is the second-most decorated player in Barcelona’s historyCredit: GettyHe won a staggering 37 trophies with the Spanish sideCredit: Getty Images – GettyHe scored the winning goal in the 2010 World Cup finalCredit: AFPAnd the 40-year-old will announce he is hanging up his boots on October 8, according to Relevo.It comes after Iniesta teased his future endeavours on his Instagram page.The Spaniard, who scored the winning goal in the 2010 World Cup final against the Netherlands, posted a video to his social media of him painting onto a mural of himself.He captioned the post: “COMING SOON. 8, 10, 24,” a date synonymous with his shirt number.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLIniesta’s incredible career stretches over 22 years, having made his pro debut with Barcelona in 2002.He went on to appear in 674 games for the Blaugrana, scoring 57 goals and adding 135 assists.His exploits for the Catalan giants saw him land 37 trophies – the second most in the club’s history behind only Lionel Messi’s haul of 35 – including nine La Liga, four Champions League and three Club World Cup titles.Playing alongside Xavi and Sergio Busquets, Iniesta is also considered to have been part of arguably the greatest midfield trio football has ever seen.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSIniesta would eventually leave the club in 2018 to join Japan’s Vissel Kobe on a free transfer.He would go on to spend five years in the J-League, winning the league, Japanese Cup and Japanese Super Cup.Eight of the greatest players to never win the Ballon d’Or despite their incredible careersEmirates Club, whom he joined in 2023, would prove to be his final team as he made 23 appearances for them, scoring five goals and adding one assist.On the international stage Iniesta earned 131 caps for Spain, scoring 14 goals – including the decisive winner in the 2010 World Cup final.Iniesta also won the European Championship twice at senior level, as well at Under-16 and Under-19 level. His individual accolades were nothing to sneer at either, being named as Uefa’s Best Player in Europe in 2012, the Player of the Tournament at Euro 2012 and La Liga’s Best Midfielder on no less than five occasions.Away from the pitch, he has also been honoured with Prince of Asturias Awards, the Gold Medal of the Royal Order of Sporting Merit, the Queen Sofia Award and the Grand Cross of the Royal Order of Sports Merit.Reacting to Iniesta’s social media post seemingly confirming his retirement, one fan said: “This man retiring without winning the Ballon d’or is a crime.”A second said: “Good luck legend.”A third added: “Legend.”Another said: “THANK YOU FOR YOUR FOOTBALL.”Speaking back in July, Iniesta suggested he would be open to returning to Barcelona.He said: “I would like to go back to Barca at some point. But obviously, I still don’t know when or how; it’s something nobody knows. READ MORE SUN STORIES”We’ll see how it all goes. I want to continue playing until I feel that the moment has come to stop.”Given the mural in Iniesta’s Instagram video is one of him in a Barcelona shirt, there is a chance his announcement on October 8 will see him return to his former club in some capacity.Andres Iniesta’s incredible careerHonoursBarcelona: La Liga x9, Champions League x4, Copa del Rey x6, Spanish Supercup x5, Uefa Super Cup x2, Club World Cup x3Vissel Kobe:J-League, Emperor’s Cup, Japanese Super CupInternational:World Cup – 2010, European Championship – 2008 and 2012Stats: Barcelona (2002 – 2018) – 674 appearances, 57 goalsVissel Kobe (2018 – 2023) – 134 appearances, 26 goalsEmirates Club (2023 – 2024) – 23 appearances, 5 goalsSpain (2006 – 2018) – 131 appearances, 13 goals More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo agreed to rejoin Man Utd in 2013 with Real Madrid star in £200m deal before cash row, club icon claims

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO and Gareth Bale both agreed to join Manchester United in 2013 – but the club wouldn’t cough up £200m.United legend Patrice Evra revealed that Sir Alex Ferguson believed Ronaldo’s return was nearly 100 per cent agreed, four years after the Portugal star left for Real Madrid in a then-record £80m deal.Cristiano Ronaldo agreed to rejoin Manchester United in 2013, according to Patrice EvraAs did then Tottenham prodigy Gareth BaleFormer United star Evra revealed the information during a recent podcast appearanceAnd the legendary Red Devils boss also worked on trying to land Bale from Tottenham at the same time.But then Ferguson – who had just won the Premier League title – was forced to confirm to his players that he would in fact be retiring.Former left-back Evra said on The Obi One podcast: “It was one of the most sad days. I didn’t cry, I was in shock. “The reason why, is two weeks before, he brought me into his office and said: “Look at those people, they think I am going to retire, I am going to be here another 10 years but we need to win more Champions Leagues.”read more football news”He said: ‘Patrice, Cristiano has agreed 99 per cent to come back and Gareth Bale.’ He needed £200m and the club refused. Now they have spent a billion, whatever.”I remembered when I got out of his office, I was like, ‘Cristiano is back, Gareth Bale, we are back in business’. Imagine. That’s what he said.”Since then, United have spent a record £1.19bn on transfers and £40m on managers while running up a debt of nearly £1bn. Still no title, though.As a result Bale, who was flying at Spurs, instead joined Madrid in the summer of 2013 for an updated world record fee of £86m.Most read in FootballRonaldo scored 450 goals in 438 games for MadridBale scored a spectacular bicycle kick in the 2018 Champions League final win over LiverpoolFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSDavid Moyes came in at Old Trafford and signed Marouane Fellaini instead.Ronaldo would go on to stay at Los Blancos until 2018, winning four more Champions League titles.Gary Neville’s sheepish reaction after Jamie Carragher says Cristiano Ronaldo has ‘pied two of us off’Wanting a new challenge, he joined Italian giants Juventus and picked up back-to-back Serie A titles in 2019 and 2020.He would eventually get his comeback move to Old Trafford in 2021, where he was named in the Premier League Team of the Year, scoring 16 goals in an otherwise underwhelming campaign for United.But Ronaldo left for Al-Nassr just over a year later after launching a verbal attack on the club in a tell-all explosive interview with Piers Morgan.Bale himself returned to Tottenham on a season-long loan in 2020 before returning to Madrid for a term.The Welsh star joined Los Angeles in 2022 and announced his retirement a year later.Ronaldo and Bale were both nominated for Europe’s Best Player award in 2016Ronaldo won his first Champions League with United under Fergie in 2008 More

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      Prem title winner Mario Balotelli, 34, ‘debating’ transfer to minnows with stadium 26 times smaller than Man City

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      MARIO BALOTELLI is nearing a move to Spanish lower-league side Intercity, according to reports.The Italian, 34, has been without a club since leaving Turkish outfit Adana Demirspor in June.Mario Balotelli played for Adana Demirspor last seasonCredit: GettyThe former Manchester City and Liverpool star did not find a new team prior to the summer transfer deadline.But according to Spanish outlet AS, a deal to join Spanish third-tier side Intercity is getting closer.They add that talks are “ongoing” but that the deal is not yet over the line.Balotelli scored seven goals in 16 games in Turkey’s top flight last season, having missed much of the campaign with a knee injury.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe even wore Adana Demirspor’s captain’s armband on a few occasions prior to leaving.Intercity were formed in 2017 and play in Spain’s Alicante region.They boast one player among their ranks that has previously played in English football; ex-Middlesbrough and Birmingham ace Emilio Nsue.The full-back, 34, played in England between 2014 and 2018, before later going on to sign for Intercity in 2022.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMario Balotelli career stats2006 – Lumezzane 2 (0)2007-2010 – Inter Milan 86 (28)2010-2013 – Man City 80 (30)2013-14 – AC Milan 41 (18)2014-2016 – Liverpool 28 (4)2015-16 – AC Milan (loan) 23 (3)2016-2019 – Nice 76 (43)2019 – Marseille 15 (8)2019-20 – Brescia 19 (5)2020-21 – Monza 14 (6)2021-22 – Adana Demirspor 33 (19)2022-23 – Sion 19 (6)2023-2024 – Adana Demirspor 16 (7)Should Balotelli join the Spanish side, he could find himself going up against reserve teams.That’s because Intercity play in the same league as Sevilla, Real Betis and Atletico Madrid’s B teams, drawing 1-1 with the latter last month.Former Premier League bad boy Mario Balotelli takes up new sport as he ‘calls out former UFC champion’Intercity’s stadium holds a capacity of just 2,000 people – a far cry from the 53,600 that can pack into the Etihad for Man games.Intercity are listed on the stock exchange, with the possible arrival of Balotelli potentially raising the value of shares.Should they close a deal for the former Azzurri international, he would not be able to be registered for games until January.He could join up to train with them, however, giving him three months to get himself fully fit.Balotelli, 34, played for Man City between 2010 and 2013Credit: Getty – Contributor More

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      Terrified PSG fans expect Arsenal to win by ‘kicking the ball off our players on purpose’ as ultimate weakness exposed

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      WORRIED Paris Saint-Germain fans have identified an area of weakness that Arsenal may look to exploit this evening.The French champions have travelled to London ahead of their Champions League clash with the Gunners.Paris Saint-Germain trained at the Emirates last nightCredit: AFPRed-hot Bradley Barcola will look to give the Gunners problemsCredit: AFPLuis Enrique’s side head to Arsenal having made a productive start to the campaign.PSG are top of Ligue 1, ahead of Monaco on goal difference, having earned five wins and a draw from their opening six games.They also got off to a winning start in the Champions League, having beaten Girona 1-0 a fortnight ago courtesy of Paulo Gazzaniga’s late own goal.Despite being unbeaten so far this campaign, plenty of PSG fans hold concerns ahead of this evening’s big test at Arsenal.READ MORE ARSENAL NEWSHaving watched the Gunners in action, several PSG supporters are worried about set pieces.One wrote on social media: “I fully expect Arsenal to kick the ball off our players on purpose for corners.”This is not a game. Every player we have over 6 foot needs to be starting.”While a second speculated that Enrique could opt to field Fabian Ruiz and Randal Kolo Muani due to their height.Most read in Champions LeagueBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSPSG have several diminutive players among their ranksCredit: PAA further social media user commented: “5-1 for Arsenal including 4 goals from corners.”And an Arsenal fan added: “PSG have one of the shortest teams in Europe while Arsenal have one of the tallest group of players in Europe.Former Arsenal and England star, 32, completes League Two free transfer after months unemployed “We are going to have a meal from corners tomorrow.”PSG’s commanding 6ft 5in goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma has missed their last three games with a thigh injury – but has travelled to London and was seen training at the Emirates last night.Ousmane Dembele has not made the trip to the capital, however, after being dropped by Enrique for disciplinary reasons.Goncalo Ramos, meanwhile, has been missing since undergoing ankle surgery in August.In their 3-1 win over Rennes at the weekend, PSG started a speedy front three comprised of Dembele, Lee Kang-in and red-hot Bradley Barcola.With Dembele out, 6ft 2in Kolo Muani could start – which would give the French side more presence at set plays.Ironically, given fans’ concerns, PSG have not yet conceded a goal from a set-piece this season.Lille came close in their 3-1 defeat to the champions, but Tiago Santos’ close range finish was disallowed for a narrow offside.Arsenal, meanwhile, have been deadly from set pieces since coach Nicolas Jover was appointed to Mikel Arteta’s backroom staff.READ MORE SUN STORIESThey scored their latest goal from a corner on Saturday, their crucial third against Leicester.While they also claimed goals from a similar route in recent big matches against Manchester City and Tottenham.Mikel Arteta may look to exploit set plays against PSGCredit: GettyThe Gunners have been a constant threat from set playsCredit: Getty More

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      How much Man Utd will have to pay Erik ten Hag if they sack him… just months after agreeing contract extension

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      ERIK TEN HAG could be due a huge payout if he is sacked after only signing a contract extension in the summer.New minority club chiefs Ineos – headed by Sir Jim Ratcliffe – backed the Dutchman to turn things around after a difficult season beset by injuries.The cost for Man Utd to sack Erik ten Hag has been revealedCredit: PASir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos bosses handed him a contract extension in JulyCredit: AlamyUnited registered their lowest-ever position in the Premier League by finishing eighth and came last in their Champions League group, with only victory in the FA Cup providing any reason to cheer.Ten Hag, 54, was handed an extension to his previous deal that brings his expiry date up to June 2026.However, having won just three of their opening eight games in all competitions this season along with some dreadful performances, the pressure is mounting.Despite calls for his head from outside the club, reports suggest that internally bosses are still backing the former Ajax manager for the now.READ MORE ON MAN UTDTen Hag has pivotal games against Porto in the Europa League and Aston Villa in the league this week, which could ultimately determine his position after the international break.But according to a report from Goal, it will cost United £17.5million to give Ten Hag the boot.This is thought to be £7.5m more than the £10m it would have cost to part ways in June.The pay-off is around half the money saved by the club after making 250 members of staff redundant earlier this year.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSTen Hag claims he is not worried about his future, saying: “No, I’m not thinking about this.”We all made this decision to stay together, as an ownership, as a leadership group in the summer. ‘It doesn’t come for free’ – Graham Potter reveals shock reason for 18 months of unemployment since Chelsea axe”Also we made the decision from a clear review what we have to improve as an organisation, but we knew it will take some time.”We are all on one page, or in one boat, together – the ownership, the leadership group, the staff and the players as well. I don’t have that concern.Why NOBODY is the right man to replace Erik ten Hag at Man UtdSunSport’s DAVE KIDD says Erik ten Hag’s time at Man Utd is up… and explains what’s wrong with all the potential candidates to replace him.THIS is a mid-table squad at an underachieving club, with a lot of unwanted players on big money.And Ratcliffe is an instinctive cost-cutter who may not pay top dollar to the next manager.If this club wasn’t called ‘Manchester United’, it wouldn’t be an especially desirable job.The good news for United is that their new sporting director, Dan Ashworth, is a very decent judge of a manager.He has been instrumental in three previous managerial appointments — Gareth Southgate for England, Graham Potter for Brighton and Eddie Howe for Newcastle.None were wildly popular at the time, all were conspicuous successes.Interestingly, Ashworth’s No 1 choice for the Newcastle job was Unai Emery, who turned him down to stay at Villarreal but has since proved that judgment right by excelling at Aston Villa.Emery may well deliver the coup de grace to Ten Hag on Sunday — especially with Bruno Fernandes suspended and Kobbie Mainoo an injury doubt.And the Spaniard would be an excellent fit for United — yet there is next to no chance that he would abandon Villa’s Champions League campaign to take the Old Trafford job, not least because he isn’t a stark raving madman.Howe would be another good candidate to succeed Ten Hag but, although he has become frustrated on Tyneside, the Saudis would surely not allow Ratcliffe to poach Howe, as they reluctantly did with Ashworth.Potter is available but his Chelsea experience and lack of charisma would make him a tough sell.Which brings us to Southgate, who remains close with Ashworth and is an excellent man-manager who was seriously considered by United last spring.Yet, despite having led England to two of their three major finals, Southgate’s reputation for over-caution was only enhanced during the Euros.Mauricio Pochettino, passed over twice by United, is out of the equation having taken the United States job.Thomas Tuchel would be a popular and gettable option but, despite being a fine coach and a very engaging man, he is considered something of a loose cannon.Likewise, Roberto De Zerbi, now at Marseille after his brief Brighton stint sparkled then fizzled out.Kieran McKenna — a gifted former United coach who has won back-to-back promotions with Ipswich Town — is an intriguing candidate but the imminent vacancy may come a year or so too soon.Marco Silva, the extremely under-rated Fulham boss, has been on United’s radar and should not be discounted.Sporting Lisbon’s Ruben Amorim, last season’s ‘next big thing’, was passed over by West Ham as well as Liverpool this summer and is not an easy man to pin down.Zinedine Zidane, who has taken over from Alan Curbishley as a 20-1 shot for every Premier League job, is a ‘figurehead’ manager and not an Ashworth type.Ruud van Nistelrooy, the former United goal machine who joined Ten Hag’s coaching team in the summer is the bookies’ favourite. Simply because he’s in the building and he’s Dutch.So, yes, getting rid of Ten Hag is the easy part.”Of course, there is always a new game, it will be a new day. We will bounce back.”A lack of viable options in the managerial market was cited as one of the reasons behind the club sticking with Ten Hag.However, talk of his potential replacement – such as former Chelsea boss Graham Potter, ex-England boss Gareth Southgate or assistant manager Ruud van Nistelrooy – has grown in recent weeks.Man Utd face four away games in their next five fixtures More

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      New Man Utd signing arrives at Old Trafford for first time since transfer… only to see horror show against Tottenham

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      WONDERKID Chido Obi Martin watched from the stands as Manchester United were thrashed 3-0 by Tottenham.The Red Devils put in a woeful performance on Sunday in the comfortable win for Spurs.Chido Obi Martin was spotted outside Old Trafford on SundayCredit: XObi Martin scored ten goals in one match last termCredit: GettyThe damaging defeat would have done little to reassure the club’s latest signing that he has made the right move, with new boy Obi Martin at Old Trafford for the first time to watch the game.Footage has emerged of teen sensation outside the stadium on Sunday.It comes just days after the Premier League ratified his switch from Arsenal to Man Utd.The 16-year-old has already agreed personal terms with the club and now has the green light to put pen to paper.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLObi Martin is currently a free agent after his contract at Arsenal expired.He has been tipped as a future star and he went viral last season after scoring TEN goals against Liverpool in a 14-3 win for the Gunners’ Under-16s team.Overall, the Danish-born striker scored 32 goals in 24 appearances in the youth-team last term.FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThat tally includes a seven-goal haul against Norwich, five goals versus West Ham, four strikes in back-to-back games over Crystal Palace and Fulham as well as two more hat-tricks.Most read in FootballObi Martin’s goalscoring saw him train with the Arsenal first-team last season.Despite representing Denmark on the international stage, there has been rumours that the FA are hoping to convince him to represent England in the future.’He’s done!’ | How woeful tactics & Dalot shocker saw Spurs smash Man Utd to spell end for Ten HagMan Utd ratings vs TottenhamMANCHESTER UNITED suffered a 3-0 thrashing against Tottenham at Old Trafford.Captain Bruno Fernandes was sent off in the first half for fouling James Maddison, forcing Erik Ten Hag’s side to play with 10 men against Ange Postecoglou’s team.After back-to-back draws against Crystal Palace and FC Twente fans hoped United would redeem themselves against Spurs.However, the match at Old Trafford quickly turned sour. Brennan Johnson scored early and things worsened when Fernandes was sent off allowing Spurs to extend their lead to 3-0.And here is how SunSports Charlie Wyett rated the Manchester United stars.Andre Onana – 5Stood his ground to deliver a good save from Timo Werner who was clean through – no chance for either goal.Noussair Mazraoui – 5First in the refs’ book for chopping down Destiny Udogie. Could also have blocked Micky van de Ven for the goal. Just watched Solanke make it 3-0.Matthijs de Ligt – 4Shocking first half. Failed to cut out the cross from Micky van de Ven which led to the first goal.Lisandro Martinez – 5Switched off for the Spurs goal and was drawn to the ball and Johnson was left unmarked.Diogo Dalot – 5Gave the ball away in dangerous areas and struggled against Johnson.Manuel Ugarte – 5Suffered a stinker and was lucky to last until the 73rd minute.Kobbie Mainoo – 5Not one of his better performances and was taken off just before half-time following Fernandes’ sending-off.Marcus Rashford – 5Over-ran the ball for Tottenham’s first. Way off the pace.Bruno Fernandes – 4Arguably the worst captain in United’s history. Deserved red card for his challenge on James Maddison.Alejandro Garnacho – 6Had United’s only chance in the first half but hit the outside of the post. Improved in the second half.Joshua Zirkzee – 5Looked completely lost up front – threatening to be another poor Erik ten Hag signing. Replaced at half-time.Subs:Mount (for Mainoo 45)  5, Casemiro (for Zirkzee 46) 7, Hojlund (for Rashford 73) 5, Eriksen (for Ugarte 73) 5. More