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      Man Utd on red alert as Danny Ings ‘REJECTS new lucrative Southampton contract in bid to join Premier League giant’

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      DANNY INGS has rejected a lucrative contract from Southampton to put a number of clubs on red alert.The 28-year-old is understood to have no intention of extending his stay at St Mary’s with his current deal set to expire in 2022.
      Southampton striker Danny Ings has turned down a new contract offer at St Mary’sCredit: AFP
      According to The Athletic, the Saints offered the England international a four-year contract to make him the best-paid player in their history.
      But Ings has turned it down it his quest to join a top Premier League side, and is willing to wait until next year to depart the south coast outfit.
      The contract remains on the table for the former Liverpool man, with Southampton content for him to see out his deal.
      Ings refused to rule out a move out in May with Manchester United and rivals City heavily linked.
      Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is understood be keen on bolstering his attack and has identified Ings to compete with Edinson Cavani for a starting spot.
      Meanwhile the Citizens need a centre-forward to replace Sergio Aguero.
      And Tottenham are also believed to be keeping tabs on the player, as well as his team-mate Jannik Vestergaard, should Harry Kane be sold this window.
      Commenting on his future, Ings told talkSPORT: “I’ve got a contract until the summer of 2022.

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      England international Ings is understood to be Manchester United, City and Tottenham’s radarCredit: Getty

      “I haven’t really acknowledged them [transfer rumours].
      “I’ve just been focused on each game. Ultimately, I’ve still got a contract here.
      “My main focus is to finish the season strong.”
      Ings has banged in 46 goals in 100 games for Southampton in all competitions since arriving from Liverpool in 2018 on an initial loan deal.
      His fine form saw him recalled back to the England squad, where he scored his first Three Lions goal against Wales in October.
      Should Ings be sold this summer, Southampton could look to prise Adam Armstrong away from Blackburn.
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      Cristiano Ronaldo’s agent Jorge Mendes to fly to Italy to thrash out Juventus star’s future amid Man Utd transfer links

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO’S agent Jorge Mendes is reportedly set to jet into Italy to discuss his client’s future at the club.The 36-year-old has been linked with a move away from Turin this summer having entered the final year of his contract.
      Cristiano Ronaldo’s agent Jorge Mendes will speak with Juventus over his future in Turin
      Portuguese legend Ronaldo has just one year left on his deal at the Allianz StadiumCredit: Reuters
      Manchester United are believed to be eyeing up a shock move to bring him back to Old Trafford – 12 years after he left to join Real Madrid.
      But they are understood to face competition from French giants Paris Saint-Germain who are keen for him to play alongside Neymar and Kylian Mbappe.
      Ronaldo, who is currently on holiday with his family in Majorca following Portugal’s Euro 2020 exit, is due back at Juve on July 14 for pre-season training.
      And according to Tuttosport, Ronaldo’s agent Mendes will soon be arriving in Milan where he will meet with Juve’s football director Federico Cherubini.
      They state that they plan to clarify what Ronaldo’s future is with the Old Lady amid rumours he could pen a new deal at the Allianz Stadium.
      It has been speculated that Mendes has asked Juventus to extend the five-time Ballon d’Or winner’s contract until 2023.
      Renewal talks between the player and Juventus are not believed to have started yet.
      Ronaldo, who recently topped the 2021 Instagram rich list, has starred since arriving in Italy from Los Blancos in 2018.
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      Mendes is believed to have already asked the Old Lady to extend Ronaldo’s stay at the clubCredit: Reuters

      In just 133 games for the club he has banged in a whopping 101 goals -becoming the fastest player to reach a century of strikes for Juve.
      His 29 Serie A goals in the 2020-21 campaign saw him win the golden boot ahead of Romelu Lukaku.
      And he added the Coppa Italia title to his trophy cabinet as Juventus beat Atalanta 2-1 in the final.
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      Jadon Sancho REFUSES to discuss Man Utd transfer after making first Euro 2020 start for England in win over Ukraine

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      JADON SANCHO insists he is fully focused on England – despite his £73million transfer to Manchester United.The winger, 21, was handed a shock start as the Three Lions crushed Ukraine 4-0 to reach the semi-finals of Euro 2020 barely 48 hours after his Old Trafford switch was announced.
      Jadon Sancho is giving his full attention to England’s bid to win Euro 2020 despite his Manchester United transferCredit: Getty
      Sancho was one of the stars of the show with a strong performance, despite only featuring for six minutes in the tournament prior to his Rome display.
      And speaking to BBC Radio 5 Live afterwards, he confirmed his sole attention is on all matters Three Lions with a semi-final against Denmark at Wembley on Wednesday.
      The ex-Manchester City youngster said: “To be fair, I don’t want to talk about Manchester United.
      “Right now I just want to focus on England.
      “I’ve just been focusing on myself while I’ve been at England. I’ve always been ready if I needed to come on.”
      Borussia Dortmund and United confirmed an agreement was in place for the transfer of Sancho on Thursday.
      The Under-17 world champion will complete the formalities – including a medical and signing his contract – once his involvement at Euro 2020 ends.
      Sancho scored 50 goals in 137 appearances for the Bundesliga giants and picked up the German Cup last season.

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      𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝘂𝗽.We have agreed a deal in principle for the transfer of Jadon Sancho to United! 🔴⚪⚫#MUFC— Manchester United (@ManUtd) July 1, 2021

      Speaking about the 4-0 win over Ukraine, he added: “I’m feeling over the moon.
      “Today was must-win and I’m just happy to have got an opportunity to play. This is a special moment for me.
      “Every time I haven’t been playing I’ve been going back to training and been giving it everything.
      “We knew today was going to be a big game, Ukraine are a very good side. I’m delighted.”
      The Match of the Day pundits waxed lyrical over the wide man, who got the nod over the likes of Jack Grealish, Marcus Rashford and Phil Foden.

      Host Gary Lineker said: “He’s a player that obviously a lot of people at home wouldn’t have seen too frequently because he’s been playing at Dortmund.
      “But I think it’s quite clear to see Manchester United have got something special.”
      L’Equipe were notoriously harsh in their ratings, giving Sancho just a four – the lowest score of any Three Lions starter.
      But Rio Ferdinand likes what he sees and added: “This isn’t a surprise. This is what German fans have been seeing for three years in the Bundesliga.
      “He dances past these guys like he’s on the dancefloor, moves and they don’t know where they are.
      “He mesmerises defenders, he’s got a confidence and balance that is very rarely seen.
      “And once he gets up to speed, this kid, he’s unplayable – and at the end of that, normally, there’s a pass and a weighted pass and decision making that goes beyond his years.”
      Sancho spent four years at Borussia Dortmund and capped off his time there by winning the German CupCredit: Getty

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      Man Utd star Paul Pogba reunites with old Juventus pal Paulo Dybala in Miami amid transfer return speculation

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      PAUL POGBA and old Juventus pal Paulo Dybala have been reunited in Miami as speculation surrounding the France ace’s future rumbles on.The Italian giants have long been linked with another swoop for the 2018 World Cup winner, particularly with Massimiliano Allegri back in the hotseat.
      Paul Pogba and Paulo Dybala have been reunited in Miami with Juventus believed to be keen on the Man Utd star
      Pogba and Dybala enjoyed huge success together before the Frenchman joining United in 2016Credit: Getty Images – Getty
      Allegri and Pogba won two Serie A titles in a row together before the Frenchman returned to Old Trafford in a then-world record £89million move in 2016.
      The Italian boss replaced Andrea Pirlo, who was sacked in May.
      Man Utd are considering making Pogba the highest-paid player in the Premier League in a four-year deal worth a staggering £104million – or £400,000 a week.
      But Pogba suggested in 2019 he fancied a ‘new challenge’ and was hotly linked with Real Madrid.
      While Los Blancos’ interest appears to have cooled in recent months, both Paris Saint-Germain and Juventus are interested in the superstar midfielder.
      Should Pogba make it clear he wants to leave, United may choose to cash in on the midfielder.
      Pogba has just one year left on his current Old Trafford deal, worth £290,000 per week.
      Rather than let the France ace walk away on a free, Red Devils chiefs could decide to sell this summer, while they still can.

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      And Dybala – a former team-mate and close friend of Pogba – has set tongues wagging with his latest post on Instagram.
      The Argentine Juve forward shared a snap of himself posing with Pogba while on holiday in Miami.
      Dybala captioned the snap: “We are back.”
      Pogba jetted off to Miami after France were shock Euro 2020 casualties earlier this week.
      Didier Deschamps’ squad had been the favourites to win the whole thing, only to crash out in the last 16 to neighbours Switzerland on penalties.
      And Juventus are now set to put the wheels in motion over a summer move for Pogba.
      The Serie A giants’ ‘dream’ is to have Pogba back at the club, with Allegri’s return believed to be a huge boost in their pursuit.
      With just one year left on his deal, the Frenchman is valued at around £54million – a £35m loss for United.
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      Inside Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho’s bromance with new Man Utd star asking England pal to get transfer over line

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      MANCHESTER UNITED look to have FINALLY got the transfer of Jadon Sancho over the line.And Old Trafford favourite Marcus Rashford may just have proved instrumental in making it happen.
      Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho will be Man Utd team-mates as well as England ones
      The two players are away with England at the EurosCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      The two players, both on international duty with England at the Euros, appear to have a bromance in full blossom.
      According to The Athletic, Sancho text his mate to try and get his dream move to United done.
      The 21-year-old wrote: “Can you ask Ed to pay the money please?”
      But it took almost a year later for it to look like it’s finally happening as United held on to get their man for cheaper.
      The Premier League giants will pay £73million for the former Manchester City youth player.
      SunSport revealed last month that the England star had already agreed personal terms with the Red Devils, worth £350,000-a-week.
      And Rashford will be delighted he will get to share the changing room with his great friend.
      Last month Rashford appeared to reply to a tweet that read ‘Announce Sancho Marcus’ with ‘yes’ – sending United fans delirious.

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      Could Marcus Rashford have played a key role in United securing Sancho?Credit: Getty
      Rashford and Sancho appear to be great friends off the pitchCredit: PA
      I stand by you all the way! Growing up in London a lot of the kids their parents struggled financially so having free school meals was a saviour! This one is close to my heart ❤️— Jadon Sancho (@Sanchooo10) June 16, 2020

      But the morning after the United star said it wasn’t him and that his account had ‘a little hack’.
      Rashford also shared a photo of the pair in England training, captioning it ‘little bro’ and tagging in Sancho.
      He has also described Sancho, 21, as his ‘favourite player in the Bundesliga’ when asked by a fan on social media.
      The pair have wished each other ‘happy birthday’ over social media, and Sancho was in awe of Rashford’s fight with the government for free school meals for kids.
      The incoming United forward replied on one of Rashford’s statements with: “I stand by you all the way!
      “Growing up in London a lot of the kids their parents struggled financially so having free school meals was a saviour!
      “This one is close to my heart.”
      Sancho will be hoping to create many chances for Rashford next seasonCredit: Getty
      Hilariously, Chelsea striker Tammy Abraham jokingly tried to break their budding friendship.
      Last year United marksman Rashford took to Instagram to wish his compatriot a happy birthday.
      Posting a picture of the duo on international duty, the 23-year-old said: “Happy birthday bro!! @sanchooo10 Enjoy your day, indoors!”
      The ex-Manchester City youth star was quick to reply, as he messaged back: “Thank you Rashhyy, appreciate it bro.”
      In a now deleted comment, Abraham then chipped in where he warned Rashford, “Stay away from my Jadon,” followed by a laughing emoji.
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      Man Utd ‘closing in’ on Varane transfer, Sancho number LATEST, Goretzka transfer link, United re-sign Heaton, Mata deal

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are closing in on the transfer of Real Madrid defender Rafael Varane, according to reports.And the club have confirmed the HUGE signing of Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund.
      A United statement read on the move, worth a reported £73m: “Manchester United is delighted to announce it has reached agreement in principle with Borussia Dortmund for the transfer of Jadon Sancho.
      “The signing is subject to contractual terms and a medical, which will be completed after Jadon’s involvement in the UEFA European Championship..
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      DOUBEL TROUBLE
      David De Gea and Dean Henderson’s futures are in doubt now Manchester United have secured the services of four goalkeepers.
      The club have signed Tom Heaton on a three-year deal and extended Lee Grant’s stay by a year meaning the club are now overloaded in that department.
      It is clearly a move in preparation for the departure of one of their first-team keepers who shared goalkeeping duties between them last season. Neither De Gea, 30, or Henderson, 24, want to play second fiddle to the other next season.
      Now the Red Devils will wait to see if there are offers for either. De Gea lost his Premier League first team place for a time towards the end of last season.
      Henderson did not fully grasp his opportunity with De Gea returning at the end and taking his place in the Europa League Final.
      But he was poor as United drew 1-1 with Villarreal and lost on penalties with De Gea not getting nearing one of the 11 spot-kicks he faced and then crucially missed his own.

      WHAT A BAUM-MER
      Manchester United look set to miss out on target Christoph Baumgartner after he pledged his future to Hoffenheim.
      The Red Devils have been keeping tabs on the Austrian since January as they look to bolster their midfield ahead of the new Premier League campaign.
      But their pursuit of the 21-year-old will have to put on hold until at least next season, according to Buli News. The youngster’s contract expires in 2025 and he has no plans of changing that in the coming years.
      Baumgartner reckons staying put at the Rhian-Neckar Arena is the best thing for his career right now. When asked about his future, he said: “My clear plan is to play for Hoffenheim next season.
      “I definitely extended my contract in March with the intention to play here next season.
      “I believe I have the biggest opportunity to develop further here. For me, that means playing consistently at a high level with more room for improvement.”

      BEFRIEND IT LIKE BECKHAM
      Victoria Beckham has been crowned England’s ultimate Wag ahead of the Three Lions’ Euro 2020 quarter-final clash with Ukraine.
      Manchester United legend David’s wife has topped the list of the most popular partner just ahead of Coleen Rooney and Abbey Clancey.
      England’s current Wags were allowed to roar on Gareth Southgate’s men during their 2-0 win over Germany at Wembley.
      They included Harry Kane’s missus Katie Goodland, Jordan Pickford’s wife Megan Davison and Harry Maguire’s fiancee Fern Hawkins.
      Yet according to a survey by bettingexpert.com of over 1000 Brits ahead of the game, the partners of former players were more popular.
      And it was England’s most famous Wag – Victoria – who remains the biggest fan-favourite with over half the vote.
      Credit: Getty – Contributor

      SPECIAL ARRIVAL
      Former Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho touched down in Rome today and was greeted by hoards of supporters at the airport.
      The Portuguese coach was taken from Lisbon to the Italian capital in a private plane piloted by Roma’s owner Dan Friedkin.
      His arrival comes just hours before England land there for their Euro 2020 last eight clash with Ukraine.
      But the former Tottenham manager will not be watching the Three Lions in action – instead he will begin his new job at Roma. The 58-year-old was sacked by Spurs in April just days before the Carabao Cup Final.
      He soon agreed to take charge of the Serie A outfit at the end of the campaign and in the meantime has been working as SunSport’s exclusive Euro 2020 expert.
      Now the ex-Chelsea and Manchester United boss is in Italy and shared a snap of himself arriving at Fiumicino ahead of pre-season training.
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      HE THINKS IT’S AL OVER
      Former Manchester United target Toby Alderweireld has reportedly told Tottenham he wants to quit the club this summer.
      The Belgian centre-half joined Spurs in 2015 from Atletico Madrid after impressing before that on loan at Southampton. He has played nearly 200 appearances for the North London side and helped them reach the Champions League final in 2019.
      Now The Athletic claims his time with Spurs may soon be over and that he is searching for a new side. Harry Kane’s future still remains unclear and this latest development will not help new boss Nuno Espirito Santo with his pre-season plans.
      Tottenham have been in the market for a new centre-half and reportedly had a £15.5million offer for Takehiro Tomiyasu rejected by Bologna.
      SunSport exclusively revealed last week that Spurs are confident they will land the Japanese defender this summer.
      The North London club felt their initial bid of £12.9m plus an extra £2.6m in add-ons would be enough to clinch the 22-year-old. But Bologna are holding out for an extra £1.5m for Tomiyasu, taking the price to £17.2m.
      Credit: Getty
      VARANE BOOST
      Raphael Varane’s agent has been given the green light by Real Madrid to discuss a potential transfer to Manchester United.
      Varane is entering the final year of his contract with Real and doesn’t seem very likely to extend.
      Therefore, according to Marca, Los Blancos have allowed the defender’s representative to hold talks with United.
      Red Devils boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is determined to sign a top centre-back to partner up with Harry Maguire in defence
      MATA PRAISE
      Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes has praised team-mate Juan Mata after signing his contract extension.
      Mata put pen to paper on a new one-year deal with United and Fernandes seems to be completely on board with that.
      Even though he now has to wait for the No8 shirt for another year.
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      I guess I’ll have to wait for the number 8 another year… 😒😂Congrats brother!! Well deserved! An example and an inspiration on and off the pitch 🤩 @juanmata8 https://t.co/kziTxCVMIu— Bruno Fernandes (@B_Fernandes8) July 2, 2021

      NEXT PRIORITY
      Manchester United are very close to making Jadon Sancho’s move to Old Trafford official.
      Now the next order of business will be a new contract for star midfielder Bruno Fernandes.
      That is according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, who expects new updates this month.
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      Manchester United next priority will be Bruno Fernandes contract. After adding another top salary with Jadon Sancho, Man Utd board know they’ve to progress in discussions [already opened] with Bruno about a new agreement. 🔴 #MUFCUpdates expected this month.— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 1, 2021

      CAVANI LINK
      Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho wouldn’t be on his way to Manchester United if it wasn’t for Edinson Cavani.
      That’s according to the Athletic, who claim United would have prioritised the signing of a centre-forward had Cavani not signed an extension.
      But the Uruguay international put pen on paper on a new one-year deal.
      And thus, the Red Devils focused on Sancho, who will link up with the rest of the squad after England’s Euro 2020 campaign
      RAMOS SNUB
      Sergio Ramos snubbed a move to Manchester United after leaving Real Madrid in the summer transfer window.
      Ramos is set to join Paris Saint-Germain on a two-year deal as a free agent.
      According to the Daily Star, however, the 36-year-old held talks with United about a possible switch to Old Trafford before sealing his move to PSG.
      The Red Devils were willing to hand over a £200,000-a-week deal, with the option of a second season, whereas PSG offered a straight two-year deal but with reduced wages.
      HEATON REACTS
      Tom Heaton is very happy to have returned to Manchester United, the same club where he spent his youth days.
      Heaton told United’s official website: “For me to have the opportunity to come back after spending 13 great years here as a kid, it’s an incredible feeling and I’m really, really excited to get started.
      “I’m just seeing it as a fantastic opportunity as I still feel I’ve got an awful lot to give and I’ve got the bit between my teeth.
      “I’m looking forward to hitting the ground running. I feel in great shape and I’m looking forward to coming in to compete with the other goalkeepers”
      HEAT-ING UP
      Manchester United have announced the signing of ex-Burnley and Aston Villa goalkeeper Tom Heaton.
      Heaton has put pen to paper on a deal until June 2023, with the option for a further year.
      The 35-year-old shot-stopper spent 13 years at United as a youngster without ever making a senior appearance.
      The England international is set to become manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s third-choice goalkeeper behind David de Gea and Dean Henderson

      FANS NOT ALLOWED
      England supporters who travel to Rome for the Euro 2020 quarter-final match against Ukraine, which will feature plenty of Manchester United stars, will not be allowed into the stadium even if they have a ticket.
      The Italian embassy in London have warned that “anybody who has been in the UK in the previous 14 days, irrespective of their nationality or residency will not be admitted to the stadium, even if they have a ticket.”
      They added: “Anyone who is found to be failing to observe quarantine will be punished as laid down by the law.
      “Fans based in the UK should therefore not travel to Italy to attend the match on Saturday at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome.”
      The embassy also said that those “who can prove that they have arrived in Italy at least six days previously, have observed five days of quarantine, and have taken a post-quarantine Covid-19 test with a negative result will be allowed into the Stadio Olimpico”.
      But they added: “Being exempt from quarantine in Italy for any legal reason, will not translate into permission to enter the stadium.”
      HAALAND LINK
      Chelsea are reportedly preparing an offer for Borussia Dortmund superstar Erling Haaland, who has also been linked with Manchester United.
      That is according to the Daily Mail, who claim the Blues are close to landing star striker Haaland.
      The report suggests the Norway international expects a move to the west Londoners this summer after another successful season in Germany.
      However, Chelsea are still facing a fierce bidding war with Manchester United, Manchester City and Real Madrid.
      MATA STAYS
      Juan Mata has agreed to stay at Manchester United for one more year.
      According to the Manchester Evening News, Mata put pen to paper on a one-year extension after his previous contract expired at midnight on Wednesday.
      The winger has played a major part in the club ever since 2014 when he moved to Old Trafford from Chelsea.
      The Spain international was part of the teams that won the FA Cup and Community Shield in 2016 as well as the EFL Cup and Europa League a year later
      VAR REVIEW
      Manchester United are reportedly closing in on a deal for Real Madrid ace Raphael Varane.
      That is according to ESPN, who claim United have received encouragement over a transfer for Varane following a deal for Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho.
      The report adds that the centre-back is Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s top defensive target and Real are prepared to negotiate a realistic fee for the 28-year-old.
      The Red Devils are already said to have held ‘some discussions’ for the France international – whose contract at Los Blancos is due to expire in June 2022.
      The Manchester giants’ efforts to sign Varane have stepped up following France’s surprise round-of-16 exit at Euro 2020 against Switzerland.
      United are allegedly confident that a deal can be done for around £43million – a sharp decrease from Madrid’s initial £60m valuation
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      POGBA FUTURE
      Manchester United star Paul Pogba is set to enter the final 12 months of his Old Trafford deal.
      According to the Daily Express, United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer could try and sign a midfielder if Pogba’s contract saga continues.
      That is why the Red Devils have been linked with the likes of West Ham star Declan Rice and Bayern Munich ace Leon Goretzka.
      The Manchester giants will start focusing on other targets once Jadon Sancho’s move from Borussia Dortmund is completed
      GORETZKA LINK
      Manchester United have been linked with a shock swoop for Bayern Munich star Leon Goretzka.
      That is according to Bild, who claim that Goretzka has emerged as a potential target due to contract problems between the midfielder and Bayern.
      The Germany international’s deal expires next year and talks have opened over an extension.
      But the 26-year-old’s demands are reportedly giving the German champions a ‘headache.’
      United are reportedly in the market for a central midfielder with West Ham star Declan Rice also posing as a top target
      SANCHO SITUATION
      As you probably already know, Manchester United and Borussia Dortmund announced yesterday that a deal has been struck between them regarding Jadon Sancho.
      Sancho will join United after Euro 2020 with the Manchester giants paying Dortmund £73million for the star winger.
      And the England international is set to become United’s second-highest earner.
      The 21-year-old will pen a five-year deal at Old Trafford worth £91million – or £350,000 per week.
      That will see Sancho’s wages more than treble from the £100,000-per-week deal he is on at Dortmund
      MORNING MAN UTD FANS
      Manchester United and Borussia Dortmund announced yesterday a deal has been agreed to take Jadon Sancho to Old Trafford after Euro 2020.
      United will pay the Germans £73million for the England winger who will join when he is released from Three Lions duty.
      Sancho is to become United’s second-highest earner.
      He will pen a five-year deal at Old Trafford worth £91million – or £350,000 per week.
      That will see his wages more than treble from the £100,000-per-week deal he is on at Dortmund.
      And it will also see him among the very best-paid players in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s squad.
      Elsewhere, United want to sign Dominic Calvert-Lewin this summer.
      The Red Devils are on the hunt for a new striker as a long-term No9 replacement for Romelu Lukaku.
      And they have identified the Everton front man as the ideal candidate.
      Calvert-Lewin, 24, enjoyed the best season of his career in 2020-21 with 21 goals in 39 appearances to be the Toffees’ crowned player of the year.
      And finally, United are reportedly closing in on a deal for Real Madrid star Raphael Varane.
      ESPN claim the Red Devils have received encouragement over a transfer for the France World Cup winner following a deal for Jadon Sancho.
      The report adds that Varane is Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s top defensive target and Madrid are prepared to negotiate a realistic fee for the 28-year-old.
      United are already said to have held ‘some discussions’ for the centre-back – whose contract at the Bernabeu is due to expire in June 2022.
      And the club’s efforts to sign Varane have stepped up following France’s surprise round-of-16 exit at Euro 2020 against Switzerland.
      United are allegedly confident that a deal can be done for around £43m – a sharp decrease from Madrid’s initial £60m valuation.
      SANSIBLE SIGNING
      Manchester United icon Denis Irwin has heaped praise in Jadon Sancho after it was confirmed the club have agreed a deal to sign him.
      The former left-back said: “Quality player, very clever, great pace and an eye for a goal.”
      United have agreed a £73million deal to bring the England winger to Old Trafford from Borussia Dortmund this summer.
      👀 A club legend had his say on today’s big news in the latest episode of 𝙐𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙚𝙙 𝘿𝙖𝙞𝙡𝙮…#MUFC— Manchester United (@ManUtd) July 1, 2021

      REDS FIXTURES
      Manchester United welcome Leeds to Old Trafford to open next season’s Premier League campaign.
      That’s followed by a trip to Southampton.
      And the Red Devils finish their campaign with a visit from Chelsea before travelling to Crystal Palace on the final day.

      OH WHAT A PHIL-ING
      Phil Jones has been a Manchester United player for ten years.
      And the Red Devils were quick to praise the centre-back for his contributions with a video montage posted online.

      NEV-Y DUTY
      Gary Neville has backed Mason Mount to return to the England team to face Ukraine after missing two Euro 2020 games in a row.
      The Chelsea star, 22, was ruled out of the win over Czech Republic after being told to self-isolate before watching the Germany game from the bench.
      Gareth Southgate also took a midfielder out of the Wembley triumph to set up with a back five, a decision he may reverse in Rome.
      Former defender Neville picked his expected team for Saturday on Twitter and called on the Three Lions boss to use a 4-2-3-1 formation.
      There has been a clamour for Jack Grealish to feature more heavily all tournament but the Manchester United legend opted for Mount instead.
      Neville, 46, added that the Aston Villa playmaker ‘could’ feature having also preferred Phil Foden on the right wing.

      NEAR AND VAR
      Manchester United are reportedly closing in on a deal for Real Madrid star Raphael Varane.
      ESPN claim the Red Devils have received encouragement over a transfer for the France World Cup winner following a deal for Jadon Sancho.
      The report adds that Varane is Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s top defensive target and Madrid are prepared to negotiate a realistic fee for the 28-year-old.
      United are already said to have held ‘some discussions’ for the centre-back – whose contract at the Bernabeu is due to expire in June 2022.
      And the club’s efforts to sign Varane have stepped up following France’s surprise round-of-16 exit at Euro 2020 against Switzerland.
      United are allegedly confident that a deal can be done for around £43m – a sharp decrease from Madrid’s initial £60m valuation.
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      Man Utd’s No7 shirt curse was too big for Sanchez, but can Sancho fill the boots of Best, Beckham, Ronaldo and Cantona?

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      JADON SANCHO has FINALLY joined Manchester United – and is expected to take the ‘cursed’ No7 jersy.The England ace, 21, has completed his £73million move from Borussia Dortmund and will rake in £350,000 a week after putting pen to paper on a five-year deal.
      Jadon Sancho is set to take the ‘cursed’ No7 shirt at Man Utd
      Sancho will now follow in the footsteps of Old Trafford greats like George Best, David Beckham, Eric Cantona and Cristiano Ronaldo in wearing the No7 shirt – taking it from Edinson Cavani, according to reports.
      But that has not proven a good omen in recent years with the likes of Memphis Depay and Alexis Sanchez crumbling under the pressure of its history.
      For 50 years, the club’s icons bore that shirt with pride, and did it justice.
      But since Ronaldo donned it for the final time in 2009, no one has truly dealt with the burden of expectation.
      Here, SunSport takes a look back at the superstars to wear the hallowed shirt – and how they fared…

      EDINSON CAVANI, 2020-present
      Edinson Cavani wore the No7 shirt for the 2020-21 season but is set to give it to SanchoCredit: AFP – GettySuccess at United
      Appearances – 39Goals – 17No trophies

      AFTER missing out on Sancho a year ago, United turned to Cavani, signing the Uruguayan on a free transfer after his contract at Paris Saint-Germain expired.
      Cavani went a ways to ending the curse of the shirt, scoring 17 goals in 39 appearances across all competitions in his first season.
      But Cavani was never a long-term solution to the problem, with Sancho set to wear it proudly for years to come.
      Will he live up to the likes of Beckham and Cantona or end up as another Sanchez? Speaking of whom…
      ALEXIS SANCHEZ, 2018-2020
      Credit: Getty ImagesAlexis Sanchez failed to live up to expectations at Old Trafford
      Success at UnitedAppearances – 45
      Goals – 5
      No trophies

      After four glorious seasons with Arsenal, Chilean star Sanchez appeared to be a no-brainer when United added him to their ranks for £32m.
      And Robin Van Persie had previously shown that he could adapt from a move from North London.
      However, Sanchez has been a major disappointment – a shadow of the player who ripped defences apart at the Emirates Stadium.
      Just five goals in 45 appearances, he is deemed surplus to requirements – shipped out to Inter Milan on loan before securing a permanent move on a free transfer.

      MEMPHIS DEPAY, 2015-16
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      Memphis Depay suffered curse of the Manchester United No7 shirt
      Success at UnitedAppearances – 53
      Goals – 7
      No trophies

      Memphis was immediately handed the No7 jersey by Louis van Gaal after signing for £25MILLION from PSV.
      But, despite the hype surrounding his arrival, it was just constant disappointment for the Dutchman, and he left to join Lyon on loan after 12 months, which soon became a permanent deal.
      Depay quickly rediscovered his top form with the French giants and has now joined Barcelona ahead of the 2020-21 season.
      The Dutchman managed just seven goals in 53 games he managed with United.
      GEORGE BEST, 1963-74
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      George Best celebrates his goal against Benfica in 1968 European Cup final
      Success at UnitedAppearances — 474
      Goals — 181First Division (2) — 1964-65, 1966-67European Cup — 1968Football Writers’ Player of the Year — 1968Ballon d’Or — 1968Ballon d’Or third place — 1971

      In an era where shirt numbers were not assigned, Best donned it in 141 of his 474 games.
      In 1966, he wore it in what is generally considered his greatest-ever performance, netting twice as United battered the great Benfica 5-1 in Lisbon — and against the  same opponents in the European Cup final two years later.
      Best is considered by many the most naturally gifted footballer to have come out of Britain.
      BRYAN ROBSON — 1981-94
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      ‘Captain Marvel’ Bryan Robson was always there when Manchester United needed him
      Success at UnitedAppearances — 461
      Goals — 99Premier League (2) — 1992-93, 1993-94FA Cup (4) — 1982-83, 1984-85, 1989-90League Cup — 1991-92European Cup Winners’ Cup — 1990-91European Super Cup — 1991

      Immediately picked up the No7 shirt, despite Steve Coppell still being at the club.
      ‘Captain Marvel’ was unlucky to play in a United side which failed to challenge for the title during the 1980s — and is the club’s longest-serving captain, who won 90 England caps.
      A leader whose influence was apparent as his two goals famously helped the Red Devils overturn a 2-0 deficit against Barcelona in one of Old Trafford’s most glorious nights in 1984.
      ERIC CANTONA — 1992-97
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      Eric Cantona was the catalyst for Manchester United success in 1990s
      Success at UnitedAppearances — 185
      Goals — 93Premier League (4) — 1992-93, 1993-94, 1995-96, 1996-97FA Cup (2) — 1993-94, 1995-96PFA Players’ Player of the Year — 1993-94Football Writers’ Player of the Year — 1995-96Ballon d’Or third place — 1993

      First player to be officially assigned the No7 shirt.
      Cantona was the catalyst, who helped transform United from nearly men to Premier League champions.
      He won the title in four of his five seasons at the club — and the only time he failed to was when he was banned for eight months for kung-fu kicking a Crystal Palace fan.
      DAVID BECKHAM — 1992-03
      David Beckham graduated from No28 to No7Credit: News Group Newspapers LtdSuccess at United
      Appearances — 394Goals — 85Premier League (6) — 1995-96, 1996-97, 1998-99, 1999-00, 2000-01, 2002-03FA Cup (2) — 1995-96, 1998-99Champions League — 1998-99Intercontinental Cup — 1999Ballon d’Or runner up — 1999Fifa World Player of the Year runner up — 1999, 2001

      An academy graduate who started off as No28, before moving up through the No24, No10 and eventually No7 shirt when Cantona left.
      Beckham provided vital assists in the Champions League quarter-finals, semi-finals and final in 1999 as United completed an incredible Treble.
      He wore the shirt during his peak years at the club and established himself as the best set-piece taker in world football.
      CRISTIANO RONALDO — 2003-09
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      Cristiano Ronaldo was handed No.7 shirt at age of 18 and thrived in it
      Success at UnitedAppearances — 292
      Goals — 118Premier League (3) — 2006-07, 2007-08, 2008-09FA Cup — 2003-04League Cup (2) — 2005-06, 2008-09Champions League — 2007-08Fifa Club World Cup — 2008Ballon d’Or — 2008Fifa World Player of the Year — 2008Football Writers’ Player of the Year (2) — 2006-07, 2007-08PFA Players’ Player of the Year (2) — 2006-07, 2007-08PFA Players’ Young Player of the Year award — 2006-07Ballon d’Or runner up — 2007, 2009Fifa World Player of the Year runner-up — 2007, 2009

      Replaced Beckham and, at the tender of age of 18, was handed the most prestigious shirt at the club.
      But Ronaldo thrived under the pressure and went from strength-to-strength.
      Won a trophy in all but one season and became United’s fourth Ballon d’Or winner.
      MICHAEL OWEN — 2009-12
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      Michael Owen wasn’t the worst player, but never justified No.7 shirt
      Success at UnitedAppearances — 52
      Goals — 17Premier League — 2010-11League Cup — 2009-10

      In the whole of world football, only Lionel Messi would have been fit to fill the huge chasm left behind by Ronaldo in 2009.
      Injury-prone Owen was nearly 30, had just been released by recently-relegated Newcastle and was only signed as back-up after United had missed out on Karim Benzema.
      Highs included a last-gasp derby winner, League Cup final goal and Champions League hat-trick, but never came close to doing the No7 shirt justice.
      ANTONIO VALENCIA — 2009-19 (No7 for 2012-13 season)
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      Antonio Valencia reverted back to No.25 after poor season with No.7 shirt
      Success at UnitedAppearances — 339
      Goals — 25Premier League (2) — 2010-11, 2012-13FA Cup — 2015-16League Cup (2) — 2009-10, 2016-17
      Europa League – 2016-17

      United’s 2011-12 Player of the Year was then handed the No7 shirt after three seasons wearing the No25 — and it was again worn by a right-winger.
      However, while Sir Alex Ferguson led his men to a 13th title, Valencia endured without doubt his worst seasons at the club.
      At the end of the campaign, he requested the No25 shirt again and there was no No7 during David Moyes’ reign.
      ANGEL DI MARIA — 2014-15
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      Despite his staggering fee, it was a disastrous spell in Manchester for Angel Di Maria
      Success at UnitedAppearances — 32Goals — 4

      United and English football’s then record signing at £59.1million.
      Di Maria arrived from Real Madrid after a man of the match performance in the Champions League final, and initially looked a good signing.
      But his form dipped drastically, and he became a liability. Sold to Paris Saint-Germain after just one season for £44m.
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      Man Utd re-sign Tom Heaton on free transfer as keeper, 35, returns to club 11 years after leaving

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have confirmed goalkeeper Tom Heaton has rejoined the club.The 35-year-old has joined on a free transfer after his contract at Aston Villa expired last month.
      Tom Heaton has re-joined Man Utd on a two-year contract
      The veteran will play back-up to David de Gea and Dean Henderson this season
      The England international stopper has agreed a contract until June 2023 at Old Trafford with an option for a further year.
      Heaton came through the ranks at United and was part of the squad between 2002 to 2010 but failed to make a first-team appearance.
      Heaton said: “For me to have the opportunity to come back after spending 13 great years here as a kid, it’s an incredible feeling and I’m really, really excited to get started.
      “I’m just seeing it as a fantastic opportunity as I still feel I’ve got an awful lot to give and I’ve got the bit between my teeth.
      “I’m looking forward to hitting the ground running. I feel in great shape and I’m looking forward to coming in to compete with the other goalkeepers.”
      Heaton spent six years at Burnley and won three caps for the Three Lions before making the switch to Villa two years ago.
      He suffered a serious knee injury last year and Emi Martinez has been the first choice since his move from Arsenal.
      Heaton will now provide back-up at Old Trafford next season for Dean Henderson and David de Gea.

      It marks a remarkable United comeback for the ace after he graduated through their academy before departing in 2010 for Cardiff City – a decision that left Sir Alex Ferguson fuming with him.
      Speaking to Star Sport in 2019, Heaton revealed the legendary former manager’s reaction.
      He said: “It was, how do you say, an interesting moment. I ­understood his point of view. I’d been there since I was a kid. He was offering me a new contract and I was turning it down.
      “He wasn’t best pleased! So, I was on the end of it a bit. I totally understood it because they had invested a lot of time in me.
      “But I knew what was right for me. It was a risk, but it was one I wanted to take.
      “I walked out of his office with my tail between my legs. It needed to be done. It was the right decision. I knew that and I never wavered from it.”
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