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Man Utd manager target Erik ten Hag lives above supermarket, studies Guardiola’s teams and loves Van Gaal and Cruyff
by Philippa Kaur 30 March 2022, 11:25
ERIK TEN HAG famously lives above a supermarket in Amsterdam, but the only shelf he wants to stack is his club’s trophy cabinet.The Ajax boss, who is reportedly a manager target for Manchester United, has won two Eredivisie titles with the Dutch giants.
Erik ten Hag is the Dutchman who has revived European giants AjaxCredit: PA:Empics Sport
The quiet Dutchman, fairly unknown across the continent after a 13-year playing career in Holland, has revived the glory days at Ajax with a vibrant young team.
In 2019, with a side that featured homegrown talents like Frenkie de Jong, Matthijs de Ligt, Donny van de Beek and Hakim Ziyech, he reached a Champions League semi-final.
Ten hag, a keen golfer with a high-pitched voice, worked wonders given Ajax had not even competed in the knockout stages since 2005-06.
Having already surpassed par, Ten Hag is becoming a Master. That’s why he is a serious contender for the Old Trafford hot-seat.
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On the wall of his modest office at the club’s De Toekomst training ground hang photos of Johan Cruyff, Rinus Michels and Louis van Gaal.
In an era when Ajax are surrounded by financially beefed up opponents, he has ensured the club have stayed competitive. This season, they were narrowly beaten by Benfica over two legs to exit the Champions League in the Round of 16 stage.
So how has the former centre-back from a rural town in Twente transformed their fortunes?
Ten Hag’s education in coaching goes some way to explain.
In 2013, having spent his entire career in Holland, he moved abroad to work with the master of management.
At Bayern Munich, ten Hag cut his coaching teeth with the reserves while watching closely as Pep Guardiola revolutionised the German giants’ style.
“Every day I get to work with him, I look forward to it. He inspires me,” he gushed.
Ten Hag worked closely with Pep Guardiola for two years as Bayern Munich II’s managerCredit: Getty – Contributor
Ten Hag is a disciple of Guardiola with his focus on attacking and attractive footballCredit: AFP or licensors
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And his approach to training shows ten Hag is a disciple of Guardiola, such is the obsession with detail.
He has a particular focus on the character of a player.
Ten Hag will note down how each individual responds to minor errors, losing the ball or committing a foul, and works out the mentality of his team to suit their opponent.
Before being appointed at Ajax in 2017, these skills helped him guide Utrecht into the Europa League.
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Ten Hag suited Ajax due to his ability to nurture young talent into stars.
Frenkie de Jong, 21, joined Barcelona in a deal worth £65million in 2019. Matthijs de Ligt, 19, joined Juventus for the same fee – boosting the club’s coffers.
Ten Hag played a key role in the development of players like Memphis Depay, at PSV, and Marko Arnautovic, at FC Twente.
He transformed Depay from a central midfielder to a wide position, with the coach’s focus constantly on attacking and attractive football.
Yet, Ten Hag is also able to identify what his team needs.
Among his youthful stars, are seasoned veterans including former Man United man Daley Blind and ex-Southampton midfielder Dusan Tadic.
Both were brought in 2018 by Ten Hag to redress the team’s inexperience.
Ten Hag’s first managerial job was with Dutch side Go Ahead EaglesCredit: Getty – Contributor
Ten Hag rose to prominence in Holland by taking Utrecht to the Europa LeagueCredit: Rex Features
Former defender Ten Hag focuses on developing youth by gaining their trustCredit: Getty – Contributor
The Dutchman has spoken of his lofty ambitions to manage a bigger club.
And with Ajax now firmly established back as one of Europe’s big guns under ten Hag, he might feel his work in Amsterdam is done.
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Harry Maguire BOOED by England fans at Wembley during Ivory Coast clash after Man Utd star’s troubles this season
by Philippa Kaur 29 March 2022, 21:35
HARRY MAGUIRE was met by a chorus of BOOS from England fans in the win over Ivory Coast. The Manchester United captain’s name was met by jeers when it was read out as part of Gareth Southgate’s starting XI before the 3-0 victory.
Harry Maguire faced boos from England fans before kick-off against Ivory Coast.Credit: Reuters
The Man Utd captain was then jeered every time he touched the ball early onCredit: Getty
England defender Harry Maguire was booed by some sections of the crowd ahead of the friendly against the Ivory Coast at Wembley. pic.twitter.com/WbZ9d5iC0P— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) March 29, 2022
But the centre-half was jeered and booed by supporters inside Wembley Stadium whenever he touched the ball once the action had started aswell.
Maguire, 29, has come under increasing pressure at United with the defender and club suffering poor form.
They sit sixth in the Premier League – losing grip on the top four race.
Maguire was slammed online after a social media video showed him stopping a passing drill in training.
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But for his country he has still performed well after his heroics last summer led to him being named in the Euro 2020 Team of the Tournament.
And after the shocking scenes against Ivory Coast his boss Southgate labelled the boo boys “an absolute joke” as he defended the star.
He said: “I thought the reception was a joke, an absolute joke.
“The way he has performed for us has been absolutely phenomenal. I don’t get it. We’re either all in this together or we’re not.
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“He’s in an England shirt and not only should you support a player in an England shirt regardless, but when you’ve played at the level he has for us and put the performances in he has, it should be total commitment behind him. I don’t get it at all.
“His performance was pretty faultless really. He stepped out from the back really well for his first goal, was involved in the second one too. So, yeah. The team are totally united.”
Southgate added: “We recognise everyone has difficult moments but he’s a top player and he will come through it.
“They are real England fans and some are influenced by whatever – social media or players that played previously who are influencing opinion.
“The club situation is obviously very difficult but he’s in an England shirt.
“I remember decades ago a few players being booed in an England shirt and it’s never been acceptable to me. Fans should always get behind their team.” More
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Watch Cristiano Ronaldo’s cheeky nutmeg to set up Man Utd pal Bruno Fernandes for Portugal against North Macedonia
by Philippa Kaur 29 March 2022, 20:43
CRISTIANO RONALDO showed his UNSELFISHNESS by producing a cheeky assist for pal Bruno Fernandes against North Macedonia.The Manchester United duo combined to give Portugal the lead in their crunch World Cup play-off clash on Tuesday evening.
A MASSIVE goal for Portugal! Cristiano Ronaldo’s cheeky nutmeg pass finds Bruno Fernandes who finishes emphatically to give Portugal the lead! 🔥 pic.twitter.com/35VlUD0PcI— Sky Sports Football (@SkyFootball) March 29, 2022
Cristiano Ronaldo produced a brilliant assist for Bruno Fernandes against North MacedoniaCredit: Getty
The moment of class came just after the half hour mark courtesy of a defensive mistake.
Fernandes intercepted a crossfield pass by Stefan Ristovski and found his team-mate with a first-time ball.
Ronaldo carried it forward to the edge of the area, and with everyone expecting him to shoot, he instead nutmegged a defender with a flicked pass straight to the onrushing midfielder.
And Fernandes made no mistake as he drilled home as Portugal sealed their spot in Qatar.
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Amazingly, that was his first goal for Portugal in a competitive match bar one against minnows Luxembourg.
And he soon got another to double the advantage midway through the second period.
However, it was the 37-year-old legend’s magic that had everybody talking as Twitter went into meltdown.
One fan wrote: “Ronaldo already an assist in the most decisive game in Portugal’s history… is he human?”
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Another said: “That was a cheeky little nutmeg assist from Ronaldo wasn’t it!”
While a fellow viewer commented: “That nutmeg assist is so clean.”
Ronaldo’s generous assist comes after he brutally mocked team-mate Cedric Soares in training.
He couldn’t help but laugh after seeing the Arsenal right-back head the ball as they prepared for the game.
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Portugal 2 North Macedonia 0: Cristiano Ronaldo qualifies for FIFTH World Cup as Bruno Fernandes scores playoff double
by Philippa Kaur 29 March 2022, 20:35
CRISTIANO RONALDO has one last shot at World Cup glory and football immortality after Portugal saw off North Macedonia to book their place in Qatar.The World Cup remains the only competition Ronaldo has played in yet failed to win.
Bruno Fernandes booked Cristiano Ronaldo a fifth World Cup appearanceCredit: Getty
The Man Utd star scored twice as Portugal beat North Macedonia in their play-offCredit: Getty
But now, after North Macedonia’s fairytale run ended in Porto, the Manchester United star’s dream remains alive and kicking.
In some link up straight from Old Trafford, Ronaldo teed up Red Devils pal Bruno Fernandes for a first-half opener.
And Fernades bagged his brace with 25 minutes remaining to become the hero and upstage the five-time Ballon d’Or winner on the night.
At 37, this winter’s showpiece will be Ronaldo’s fifth, and surely last, World Cup.
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He will always have the 2016 Euros, yes. But for someone so hell-bent on winning it all to prove he is the greatest of all time, it will grate for life if his trophy-laden career ends without the biggest trophy of all.
Diego Maradona and Pele managed it, leaving Ronaldo and Lionel Messi playing catch up.
The two modern day icons will both be on show in the Gulf, determined to out-do the other on the grandest stage one last time.
And while Portugal took the treacherous play-off route to get there, you know full well they are going to take some beating.
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North Macedonia sent shockwaves through football when they KO’d Italy in the semis last week.
But the dream never looked like extending here, with the Balkan giant-killers failing to muster a single shot on target.
They may not have done the rest of the world another huge favour by seeing off Portugal too, but that night in Palermo last Thursday will not be forgotten in a hurry back home.
The hosts’ Prem big guns – Ronaldo, Bruno Fernandes, Bernardo Silva, Diogo Jota and Joao Cancelo – all started at the Dragao Stadium.
In the build-up, Ronaldo ordered all hell to break loose in the stands.
He wanted the music muted for their national anthem, so the fans could fire themselves up by belting it out acapella.
On this occasion he didn’t get his wish, but it didn’t diminish from the red-hot atmosphere.
But if North Macedonia coach Blagoja Milevksi feared a tired, after the Lord Mayor’s show opening, he shouldn’t have.
The world’s 67th-ranked side enjoyed a stress-free start, giving as good as they got.
Portugal soon took charge though and Ronaldo had their first big chance 14 minutes in after being played in by Jota, but the talisman dragged wide off his left peg before burying his head in his hands.
Bruno Fernandes darts away in celebration after breaking the deadlockCredit: Reuters
Jota, a deceptive menace in the air, then had a free header from Fernandes’ corner yet nodded into the turf and over from eight yards.
But North Macedonia eventually buckled 32 minutes in – thanks to a horror cross-field path by Stefan Ristovski.
Intercepted by Fernandes, Ronaldo then took over before nutmegging a defender to set up his United team-mate to hammer low into the corner.
With this having the potential to be the biggest banana skin of all, the whole of Portugal breathed a huge sigh of relief with one foot in Qatar.
For all North Macedonia are dogged and resolute they are not free scorers, so another would surely clinch it.
Jota had the best opportunity to double the lead before the break but could only fire into the side-netting after taking advantage of panic in the visitors’ ranks.
A 1-0 deficit at half-time was no disaster for the visitors, knowing their chance would surely come if they kept it that way.
But just as they started to look a threat, Portugal struck on the counter to leave them on the brink of qualification.
Defender Pepe robbed it to stop a North Macedonia attack, with Fernandes picking it up and giving it before haring forward.
Jota had all the time in the world on the left to loft a ball in, perfectly picking out Fernandes in the middle to finish first time.
Portugal last failed to qualify for the World Cup finals in 1998.
It would have been a national disaster if they tripped up here, but now they are at the party, you can bet Ronaldo is going to have a say one way or another when it gets into full swing in eight months’ time. More
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Man Utd ‘ditched Pochettino for Ten Hag after Champions League exit’, Harry Kane £100m transfer interest – latest news
by Philippa Kaur 29 March 2022, 15:27
FORMER Manchester United boss Louis Van Gaal has advised Erik Ten Hag to consider his options carefully.The Netherlands head coach suggested that the Red Devils is a “commercial club” and Ten Hag should rule out a move in becoming their new manager.
It is also reported that United were initially keen on Mauricio Pochettino, but have turned to the Dutchman after being unimpressed by PSG’s Champions League exit to Real Madrid.
Meanwhile, ex-United superstar and Premier League Hall of Fame inductee, Wayne Rooney has opened up on his relationship with Cristiano Ronaldo.
And the Manchester giants are reportedly ready to make a summer move for English talisman Harry Kane, costing at least £100m.
It is claimed that the Red Devils have a long standing interest, but informed Spurs they were delaying any approach last summer in order to sign Jadon Sancho.
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PORTUGAL’S World Cup play-off final clash against North Macedonia has been AXED by a French TV channel… and replaced by Patrick Swayze’s classic film Ghost, writes DYLAN TERRY.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Co will book their place in Qatar if they can beat their minnow opponents in Porto on Tuesday night.
But broadcaster, W9, have made the decision to drop the match to their streaming platform following Italy’s shock defeat to North Macedonia.
Meanwhile, Ronaldo has been in the media this week stressing the significance of their match against North Macedonia on Tuesday evening.
Speaking ahead of the game, the Manchester United star said: “For us, this game is a matter of life and death.
“There is a responsibility to win this game. For us, also a game of our lives.
“They have surprised opponents in many games but I believe they will not surprise us.
“There is no World Cup without Portugal. There are no individualities here.”
Portugal have qualified for each of the last five World Cups – a run which stretches back to 1998 when they failed to reach the finals for a third successive tournament.
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‘No position excites me more’
Luis Enrique appeared to rule himself out of the running for Manchester United’s manager’s role.
The Spain chief, 51, who led his side to the Euros semi-finals last July, told Marca: “In Qatar I will be with Spain and what may come we will see.
“Is there any more doubt? Do I have to repeat it more times?
“There is no position that excites me more than representing my country in Qatar.”
Shaw ‘smug and wrong’
Luke Shaw was “smug and wrong” for his “dig” at Manchester United, claims Paul Parker.
And the Red Devils legend thinks the left-back is lucky to even be in the England squad.
Shaw scored in the Three Lions’ 2-1 comeback win against Switzerland.
He then revealed how he felt “wanted” when on international duty and is able to “play with a smile on my face”.
But Parker – who spent five years at Old Trafford and earned 19 England caps – hit out at the defender, who is always willing to speak honestly to the media.
The outspoken ex-defender said: “Shaw’s comments were wrong if I’m being honest.
“Everyone would have seen that as smug and a dig about what’s going on at Manchester United.
“When you look at his situation then you can come out and say that he’s not playing for United as he hasn’t been consistently good enough.
“It’s as simple as that. You’ve not been doing what you’re supposed to be doing.”
Declan Rice tipped for England captaincy
West Ham legend Julian Dicks says he would be “very surprised” if Man Utd target Declan Rice doesn’t captain England in the future.
Dicks was a Hammers coach under Slaven Bilic when a then 18-year-old Rice was handed his Premier League debut in the 2-1 win over Burnley in 2017.
Rice’s exemplary leadership both on and off the pitch has stretched further than just Rush Green and the London Stadium.
Hammers icon Dicks too believes that Rice’s day of leading the Three Lions will come.
Speaking to SunSport on whether he thinks Rice will be a future England captain ahead of a Masters Football event in association with Bookmakers.com, Dicks said: “Absolutely. I was a coach at West Ham when Slav gave him his debut.
“The easiest thing I can say about Declan is he just keeps everything simple.
“He wins the ball and gives it simple.
“I did the Man Utd vs West Ham game at Old Trafford (this season).
“And even though West Ham got beat, Declan was immense, and I mean head and shoulders above everybody else on that pitch, in my opinion.
“He won every ball. Where the ball was he won it and he’d just give it.
“So yeah, I’d be very surprised if he wasn’t an England captain in the future.”
Lopetegui out of United running
Sevilla boss Julen Lopetegui has ruled himself out of contention for the Manchester United job after declaring his commitment to the LaLiga club.
The Spanish coach has been on United’s shortlist in their search for a new manager, although has rarely been considered a favourite in the same manner as Erik ten Hag and Mauricio Pochettino.
And any chance of a shock Old Trafford appointment have surely ended today after the 55-year-old confirmed that his desire is to remain at Sevilla.
He told ABC de Sevilla: “My decision is clear. I want to stay here at Sevilla. I’ve no doubt.”
Varane eases concerns over injury
Manchester United fans have breathed a collective sigh of relief after Raphael Varane confirmed he was fully fit despite an injury forcing him off in France’s game with Ivory Coast on Friday.
The centre-back was removed by Didier Deschamps as a precaution after 57 minutes, and the national coach afterwards confirmed the player had a ‘small problem in his foot.’
Immediately, watching Red Devils fearing a repeat of the injury that Varane picked up on international duty in October that kept him out for three games.
However, the 28-year-old has since eased those concerns and revealed he is contention for tonight’s game with South Africa.
Speaking to RMC Sport yesterday, Varane said: “I’m at 100% for tomorrow. It was a hit, but it was just painful.”
Leeds tracking United starlet Garner
Leeds United have been keeping a close eye on young Manchester United ace James Garner during his loan spell at Nottingham Forest.
The 21-year-old has impressed at the City Ground this season, and has been a key factor in their rise up the Championship table and their run to the quarter-finals of the FA Cup.
Set-piece expert Garner has struck three goals and provided six assist in 36 appearances for Forest, and has earned praise for his performances from the likes of Roy Keane and Jurgen Klopp.
The Elland Road club are unlikely to prise Garner away from Old Trafford permanently, but the Red Devils may consider another season out on loan in order to continue the player’s development.
Southgate defends Maguire call-up
Gareth Southgate has leapt to the defence of Harry Maguire after he was asked whether the centre-back is deserving of his place in the current England squad.
Maguire is expected to start against Ivory Coast at Wembley this evening, and Southgate has indicated he had no hesitation in selecting the 29-year-old despite his indifferent form for Manchester United.
The Three Lions boss said: “[Harry Maguire] has got us to a World Cup semi-final and a European Championship final so there’s no doubt he’s more than capable of playing at the highest level.
“He was very good for us in the autumn. [Manchester United] are in a difficult moment, and there could be any number of reasons for that.”
However, Southgate also suggested that players continually out-of-form for their clubs would be in danger of missing out so long as there are suitable replacements available.
“It doesn’t mean that players can be poor for a couple of years and then still find their way in. Sometimes it depends on competition for positions.
“We’ve obviously had some forward players out who haven’t been in good form, but there’s direct, experienced replacements for those players so it is a complicated decision.”
Ralf’s ref suggestion has backing
Referees could begin training with Premier League clubs from next season – thanks to a proposal put forward by Manchester United interim gaffer Ralf Rangnick.
The Daily Mail’s Mike Keegan reports that the German coach raised the idea at a recent two-day summit between top-flight managers and referees’ boss Mike Riley.
The theory behind the suggestion is that the move would allow for a closer relationship between officials and players, and ‘break down negative preconceptions’ that may be in place.
Rangnick’s proposition is said to have been met by widespread backing, and will now be considered by PGMOL.
Antony to follow Erik’s footsteps
Erik ten Hag wants to make Antony his first signing in the summer – if he lands the Manchester United manager’s job.
The 22-year-old has been in sparkling form for Ajax this season, contributing with 12 goals and ten assists from wide on the right.
Indeed, the Brazilian has impressed so much that Ten Hag wants to take the youngster to Old Trafford with him to begin a major squad overhaul at the club.
It was reported yesterday that United hope to bring in a new right winger despite the big-money purchase of Jadon Sancho last year, and The Telegraph now believe that it’s £30m-rated Antony that fits the bill.
Red Devils want Porto’s Otavio
Manchester United are one of three Premier League clubs closely monitoring Porto star Otavio.
The 27-year-old is enjoying the best season of his career, and has been a key factor in his side’s six-point lead at the top of Primeira Liga.
The attacking midfielder, who can operate on either flank, has scored five goals and provided 12 assists in all competitions this term.
His recent performances at club level earned him his first international caps with Portugal, for whom he has scored twice in three games.
According to A Bola, Otavio’s release fee is €60million although United will be hopeful of landing the player for considerably less than that.
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Manchester United stars Luke Shaw and Harry Maguire are primed for England duty in tonight’s friendly against Ivory Coast.
Both defenders took part in training for the Three Lions yesterday and look ready for the friendly clash at Wembley.
Maguire was an unused sub in Saturday’s 2-1 clash with Switzerland but Shaw started and scored the equaliser as England came from behind to win 2-1.
They might return to Old Trafford to find their Red Devils team-mate Bruno Fernandez has agreed a new deal.
United news outlet @UtdPlug says “it will be announced in the coming days”.
Portugal playmaker Fernandez, 27, has been a key man for the Red Devils since joining from Sporting Lisbon in 2020.
Meanwhile, United’s understudy keeper Dean Henderson admits loan spells at lower league clubs have been vital to his development.
The 25-year-old star joined United’s Academy as a 14-year-old and has had temporary spells at Stockport, Grimsby, Shrewsbury Town and Sheffield United.
He told Manchester United’s website: “If I didn’t [go out on loan], I’d probably be in League One now, just going out on my first loan.
“I fought for it and I stand by it, the best decision of my life.”
And there is likely to have been some nostalgia stirred among the club’s fans after they saw a United game with Rooney and Ronaldo on the scoresheet on Sunday.
Cristiano Ronaldo Jr and Kai Ronney both scored for their Under-12s against West Brom.
They are the sons of Red Devils legends and former United team-mates Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney.
Ferdinand hits back at Rooney
Rio Ferdinand has had his say on Wayne Rooney calling him ‘arrogant’.
The pair played together for an incredibly successful Manchester United side between 2004 and 2014.
At a speaking event this week, Wazza joked Ferdinand was a ‘top player’ but ‘arrogant’ and ‘sometimes did forget he was a defender.’
On his YouTube show Vibe with Five, Ferdinand explained he and Rooney had often bickered during matches as a way of getting the best out of each other.
He said: “If the ball came up and he weren’t holding it up I’d be screaming, ‘Wazza hurry up’.
“He would go, expletive, ‘you do your own job’, and we’d be back and forth constant – but we drove each other.”
United duo ready for England
Manchester United stars Luke Shaw and Harry Maguire look ready for England duty in Tuesday’s friendly against Ivory Coast.
Both defenders took part in training for the Three Lions today and look ready for the friendly clash at Wembley.
Maguire was an unused sub in Saturday’s 2-1 clash with Switzerland but Shaw started and scored the equaliser as England came from behind to win 2-1.
Butt: Pochettino’s United’s best option
Manchester United legend Nicky Butt would like to see Paris Saint-Germain boss Mauricio Pochettino come in as the Red Devils’ next permanent manager.
Butt told FourFourTwo: “I’d go all-out to get Mauricio Pochettino as manager.
“He’s proven in the Premier League, he’s young and enthusiastic, his style of play would suit United and his backroom staff seem switched on.
“I met him a couple of times at Spurs’ training ground and had lunch. You’d want to play for him.”
Fernandes ‘set for new deal’
Bruno Fernandez is about to agree a new contract extension with Manchester United, according to reports.
United news outlet @UtdPlug says ‘it will be announced in the coming days’.
Portugal playmaker Fernandez, 27, has been a key man for the Red Devils since joining from Sporting Lisbon in 2020.
Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes is said to be closing in on a new dealCredit: Getty
Parker says United lack matchwinners
Manchester United legend Paul Parker believes the club only have two matchwinners in their current squad – and neither is Cristiano Ronaldo.
Speaking to OddsNinja, he said: “United haven’t got the individuals like we talk about at the club many years ago. They definitely haven’t got it.”
He went on to name forward Anthony Elanga and keeper David de Gea as the only matchwinners in United’s squad.
He added: “Other than that really, there isn’t really anybody you’d name, who can go and grab hold of the game and get United over the line.”
United legends’ sons both score
Cristiano Ronaldo Jr and Kai Ronney both scored for Manchester United Under-12s against West Brom on Sunday.
They are the sons of Red Devils legends and former United team-mates Cristiano Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney.
Our nice report points out: “Fans can be forgiven for getting a little nostalgic, after seeing a United game with Rooney and Ronaldo on the scoresheet.”
United fifth favourites for Raphinha
Manchester United are fifth favourites to sign Leeds superstar Raphinha, according to the bookies.
Sky Bet have the Red Devils priced at 7/4 to beat a host of other top European clubs to the signature of the Brazilian if he leaves Elland Road.
The frontrunners are Spanish giants Barcelona at 7/4, followed by German powerhouses Bayern Munich at 7/1.
Cascarino calls Rashford ‘not clinical’
Former Chelsea striker Tony Cascarino says Marcus Rashford is ‘not clinical’ enough to lead the line for Arsenal.
United forward Rashford is reportedly a transfer target for Mikel Arteta’s Champions League-chasing Gunners.
Cascarino told talkSPORT: “I’m not sure if Marcus is a solution for Arsenal because Marcus is not clinical.
“He doesn’t particularly lead the line well and that’s one of the two traits you need if you’re going to play in an Arteta team.”
Henderson makes honest loan admission
Manchester United keeper Dean Henderson admits loan spells at lower league clubs have been vital to his development.
The 25-year-old star joined United’s Academy as a 14-year-old and has had temporary spells at Stockport, Grimsby, Shrewsbury Town and Sheffield United.
He told Manchester United’s website: “[There] are the things you learn and move on. It was great for me. It’s why I’m sitting here today.
“If I didn’t [go out on loan], I’d probably be in League One now, just going out on my first loan. I fought for it and I stand by it, the best decision of my life.”
Van Gaal issues Ten Hag warning
Former Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has issued a public warning to Erik ten Hag – advising him against taking the Old Trafford job.
Ajax boss Ten Hag is the bookies favourite to fill the United hot seat after holding a promising first interview with the club last week.
However, Van Gaal, now manager of the Dutch national team, has offered his compatriot a word of caution by criticising United’s off-field hierarchy.
Dutch media outlet AD report Van Gaal as saying: “I think Erik ten Hag is a great coach, he has shown that several times – and a great coach is always good for Manchester United.”
“Manchester United is a commercial club and those are difficult choices for a coach. It is better to go to a football club.
“I’m not going to supervise his career and he will call me himself. But he should choose a football club, not a commercial club.”
No Real deal for Tchouameni – yet
Premier League pair Chelsea and Manchester United have been handed a boost by the news that – contrary to reports – Aurelien Tchouameni has not agreed to sign for Real Madrid.
Spanish media had claimed a deal had been done, but Tchouameni’s agent insists that no such move has been confirmed.
The two English clubs have been monitoring the 22-year-old’s development at Monaco, and both see the player as the ideal midfielder to build their side around for years to come.
However, Madrid remain very interested despite the press jumping the gun, as do Ligue 1 big-spenders Paris Saint-Germain.
Tchouameni scored his first international goal for France on Friday, heading home a stoppage time winner against Ivory Coast.
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United planning Shaw and Rashford talks
Manchester United are planning to enter discussions with Luke Shaw and Marcus Rashford over new contracts, according to ESPN’S Rob Dawson.
The future of the England pair had been considered uncertain with both underperforming this season, and seemingly unhappy with life at Old Trafford.
Yet the duo ‘are considered part of a key group of core players that United want to keep’ ahead of a significant squad overhaul in the summer.
The current deals of both players are due to expire in June 2023.
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Inside Cristiano Ronaldo’s ‘exotic’ £370-a-night hotel as Man Utd ace opens FIFTH property to add to his global brand
by Philippa Kaur 29 March 2022, 13:34
CRISTIANO RONALDO is taking a break from the Premier League to compete with Premier Inn… by opening his FIFTH hotel.The Manchester United superstar already operates plush properties in Lisbon, Madrid, New York and his home island Madeira.
Cristiano Ronaldo is opening a FIFTH hotel – The Pestana CR7 Lifestyle hotel in Marrakech, MoroccoCredit: PESTANA HOTEL GROUP
Rooms cost from £158 to £372 a nightCredit: PESTANA HOTEL GROUP
The luxury facility boasts 174 roomsCredit: PESTANA HOTEL GROUP
The Portuguese legend owns four other luxury hotelsCredit: PESTANA HOTEL GROUP
Portugal legend Ronaldo has now launched the Pestana CR7 Lifestyle hotel in Moroccan city Marrakech.
The luxury facility boasts 174 rooms, a spa, business centre, pool and gym.
Rooms cost from £158 to £372 a night.
The rooftop with a pool offers panoramic views of the Atlas Mountains.
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Ronaldo is known for his impressively healthy appetite and guests can eat like CR7.
Guests can enjoy a pool menu “focused on healthy foods and drinks.”
Ronaldo, 37, said: “When I opened the first hotel with the Pestana Group in 2016, our ambition was to create an international brand.
“Since that first milestone in Madeira, our home, followed by the Lisbon hotel, we have already expanded to Madrid and New York.
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“Opening this hotel in Marrakech takes us to the fifth city.
“But more than just a number, it represents my connection to a country that I am passionate about, and where I am always made to feel most welcome.”
Pestana Group president Dionisio Pestana said: “The partnership between the Pestana Hotel Group and Cristiano Ronaldo enters a new chapter, with the first hotel in Africa.
“A continent where the group began its internationalisation more than 20 years ago.
“And where there is a true and unconditional passion for football, where Cristiano is an expert.”
A hotel spokesman added: “A dream turned reality.
“More than just a hotel, it is an unforgettable experience in the exotic atmosphere of one of Africa’s most emblematic cities.”
The hotel has a spaCredit: PESTANA HOTEL GROUP
The United superstar has plush properties in Lisbon, Madrid, New York and his home island MadeiraCredit: PESTANA HOTEL GROUP
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Patrice Evra’s opponent wants to replicate Jake Paul’s KO of Nate Robinson and vows to show Man Utd legend ‘no mercy’
by Philippa Kaur 29 March 2022, 13:21
ADAM SALEH vows to show Patrice Evra “no mercy” in the ring – and wants to leave the footballer on the end of a viral knockout. The Manchester United legend is confirmed for a shock boxing match at the O2 Arena on Saturday, April 30.
Adam Saleh vows to show Patrice Evra ‘no mercy’ in the ringCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
Jake Paul knocking out Nate RobinsonCredit: AP
And the man welcoming him to the squared circle is content creator and YouTube boxer Saleh.
American Jake Paul, 25, is a pioneer in the new wave of social media influencers putting on boxing gloves behind pay-per-view.
And in 2020 he scored a sickening knockout against ex-NBA star Nate Robinson, 37, who was mercifully teased online soon after.
Saleh, who has boxed in three exhibitions bouts before, warned Evra could be the next retired sportsman brutally mocked on the internet.
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He told SunSport: “Jake has proved me and a lot of haters wrong.
“He kept going and I give him so much respect as he’s the one representing YouTubers.
“If anything, I want to do what he did to Nate Robinson to Patrice Evra, because he represented YouTubers.
“People look down on YouTubers, so I give him so much respect and props and I’m on a mission to do what he did.”
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Saleh, who has a record of two wins and one draw, was contacted by newly-formed promotion BoxStar to face Evra.
And after less than two weeks of talks, and an NDA to keep negotiations quiet, the New Yorker was picked for the surprise fight.
He said: “I was up for it, I would love to share the ring with the legend and teach him a lesson to never step foot in the boxing ring with me again.
“I’m going to have no mercy.”
Celebs and even retired boxing champions have been accused of trying to profit with shameful cash-grab fights.
But former Champions League winner Evra, 40, cannot fall under that category, with his motives to make a boxing debut still unknown.
What Saleh does concede is it is not for money – making the Frenchman impossible to overlook.
Saleh, 28, said: “It makes him very, very dangerous 100 per cent and I’m taking him very serious, as if I was fighting Tyson Fury, the world champ.
“That’s how I look at it, they told me he’s very, very competitive.
“I didn’t know too much about him before, but they told me he’s a very competitive guy who takes everything he does very seriously.
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“In my head I’m thinking he’s definitely not doing it for the money, he’s a legendary footballer.
“In my head I’m like, ‘Wow, this makes him dangerous’. But at the same time, my trainer makes me look at him like any other opponent.”
Details on Evra’s boxing debut, such as the exact weight and rounds are yet to be announced.
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Both of the attackers’ deals are up in the summer and they can join another club for FREE.
Boss Arteta has proven mostly reliable in the transfer market since joining.
The Spaniard is in the process of building a young and hungry squad that is capable of challenging for the Champions League spots.
And if all goes well, those young players – with a sprinkling of fresh attacking talent – could turn Arsenal into title contenders.
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On what type of striker he is looking for, Arteta said: “He puts the ball in the net, that’s priority number one.
“Goal threat. Any successful team needs enough goal threat in the squad. Without it, you have nothing. You can play good football but you need enough goal threat in the team.
“The other thing is that he has to complement the other people we have, personally and on the pitch, and for that, we need the right profile.
“We need a profile where you can exploit his qualities at the same time as the qualities we already have, so we don’t have to transform our way of playing again to adapt to that specific player.
“He has to have a certain age, a certain level of experience, and he has to be able to come here and play under the pressure of being at Arsenal.”
But what strikers have Arsenal been linked with who fit Arteta’s profile?
Alexander Isak
Isak, 22, is being linked with a big money move away from Real Sociedad this summer.
The young striker hasn’t had as much of a successful season in front of goal as he had hoped.
Isak has had a poor season in front of goal, netting just four timesCredit: GETTY
Isak has four goals in 24 games this term for the Spanish side.
He has a good reputation internationally already, netting nine goals in 33 appearances for Sweden.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin
Arsenal are also interested in signing Everton’s Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
And the Gunners have been handed a boost in their pursuit of the striker.
Everton are planning to cash in on Calvert-LewinCredit: GETTY
SunSport exclusively revealed on Saturday that Everton plan to cash in on Calvert-Lewin this summer, with both Arsenal and West Ham interested.
And while he is yet to agree to join Arsenal, Calvert-Lewin also hasn’t reached an agreement with any other club.
That’s according to his agent, as reported by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
They said: “Dominic Calvert-Lewin has not agreed any deal, with any club.
“He is currently working very hard in training and is fully focused on finishing the season strong with Everton.”
Cody Gakpo
PSV Eindhoven star Cody Gakpo can operate out wide on both flanks as well as through the middle.
Gakpo has been enjoying a standout season with a staggering total of 16 goals and 15 assists in 37 matches.
Gakpo can play anywhere across the frontlineCredit: GETTY
According to Voetbal International, the North London club are the likeliest to win the bidding war and land the £42m-rated winger.
He has attracted the interest of some of Europe’s top bidders, such as Liverpool, Barcelona and Bayern Munich.
Lautaro Martinez
Inter Milan striker Lautaro Martinez almost joined Arsenal’s rivals Tottenham in the summer.
The Argentine ended up staying put as has helped Inter stay in the race to defend their Serie A crown.
Arsenal have reportedly been in contact with Martinez’s representativesCredit: GETTY
But he could move on this summer according to Calciomercato, who are reporting that Arsenal have spoken to Martinez’s representatives with the player facing an uncertain future.
It has been claimed that Martinez could be sold should Inter manage to sign Paulo Dybala on a free transfer when his contract at Juventus expires.
Marcus Rashford
Out of favour Manchester United ace Marcus Rashford could leave the club in the summer.
The England international, 24, is said to be disappointed with his lack of game time this term.
And Arsenal are one of the rumoured interested parties.
Rashford primarily operates out wide on the left but has shown his capabilities of playing through the middle.
Rashford is believed to be disappointed with his lack of game time this termCredit: GETTY More

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