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      Incoming Man Utd transfers Jurado and Fernandez post selfie in isolation with local family before deals are completed

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      MANCHESTER UNITED newboys Marc Jurado and Alvaro Fernandez posed for a selfie from quarantine ahead of their moves to Old Trafford.
      Both youngsters are reportedly isolating with a local family having arrived from Spain.

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      Alvaro Fernandez (left) and Marc Jurado (right) posed for a selfie in their new coloursCredit: Instagram @marcjurado04
      Jurado was spotted jetting in from Barcelona on Wednesday and must enter quarantine for 14 days to adhere to UK Government coronavirus rules.
      According to PA, the pair are holed up with a local family ahead of the club’s announcement.
      On Thursday, both youngsters posed for a selfie in their new team’s training kit for Jurado’s Instagram story.
      Norwegian teenager Isak Hansen-Aaroen is also said to be not far behind in his transfer to United.

      The Red Devils are paying £1.5million for Jurado, 16, after he rejected a new contract at Barcelona.
      The right-back is just the latest of a long string of La Masia prospects to leave the crisis club in recent years, despite his former side’s wishes.
      With a season in Barcelona’s Juvenil A team under his belt, the Spaniard was set for a run in their reserve side despite his lack of years.
      Instead, he will begin life in Manchester with Fernandez, who joins from Real Madrid.

      Having left Los Blancos, the left-back is to pen a four-year deal at Old Trafford.
      Born in Majorca, 17-year-old Fernandez made his first steps with Deportivo La Coruna before Real signed him up in 2017, where he idolised Brazilian star Marcelo.
      Expected to join the Spanish duo is 16-year-old forward Hansen-Aaroen.
      Ole Gunnar Solskjaer may not thank the early comparisons between the striker and Erling Haaland but the former Liverpool trialist has already made his senior debut for Tromso.

      As the Norwegian club’s youngest-ever player, at 15 years and 319 days, they bid him farewell on Instagram last week.
      A heartfelt statement read: “A wonderful person. A unique football talent who just loves to play football now.
      “He came from Floya to Tromso and joined the academy as a 10-year-old, studying at the Tromso school and made his debut in the first team as a 15-year-old. He had an assist in his last match for Tromso.
      “Thank you so much for the last 10 years and good luck in Manchester United and on in your career.”

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      Man Utd, Chelsea and Leeds suffer transfer blow with Ben White set to stay at Brighton after £25m bid is rejected

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      BRIGHTON look set to win their fight to keep defender Ben White at the club.
      The defender has been the subject of some major interest by Premier League clubs after an impressive season on loan at Leeds in the Championship.

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      Ben White impressed during a loan spell at Leeds last seasonCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      But Brighton have been desperate to keep the player and other teams – including Liverpool – have been put off by the high transfer fee.
      Leeds have been desperate for White, 22, to return next season but their top offer of £25million was turned down.
      As SunSport revealed, Brighton were keen not to sell White to the Yorkshire side as they feel Marcelo Bielsa’s team will be a rival in the Premier League in terms of being in a similar league position.

      Brighton would have been prepared to sell White for between £25m and £30m as that would have been an offer they could not refuse.

      But Liverpool, along with Chelsea and Manchester United who also expressed an interest, have not been keen to meet those demands.
      Graham Potter has talked up White’s prospects on the South Coast.
      In July, he stated: “He’s our player, he’s got a long contract with us.
      “I have known Ben for a while, I have been aware of him, wanted to try and sign him when we were at Swansea.

      “I know about his qualities. He’s a fantastic player.
      “He’s done brilliantly at Leeds and helped them get promotion – that’s fantastic for them, fantastic for him – but he’s our player and we’re looking forward to working with him.”
      Meawhile, Chelsea are on the verge of securing former Paris Saint-Germain captain Thiago Silva on a free transfer.
      But Manchester United are yet to decide on Chris Smalling’s future after his impressive loan spell at Roma.

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      Man Utd told to make ‘unrefusable’ transfer bid for Monaco defender Benoit Badiashile after £22.4m offer is rejected

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have reportedly been told to make Monaco an “unrefusable bid” if they want to sign Benoit Badiashile.
      A whole host of clubs are believed to be chasing the 19-year-old French defender this summer.

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      Benoit Badiashile is attracting interest from all around EuropeCredit: AFP or licensors
      Real Madrid, Bayer Leverkusen and Chelsea are all rivalling United for his signature.
      But after reportedly having a £22.4m bid rejected, United will have to loosen the purse strings a bit more if they are to snare the centre-half.
      RMC reporter Mohamed Bouhafsi has tweeted that they will struggle “unless Manchester make a Martial-like, unrefusable bid for him”.
      United paid Monaco £36m plus add-ons taking it to a potential £50m for the striker in 2015.

      Leverkusen, who have “been in talks to sign the player for weeks” are likely to firm up a bid with the Principality outfit.
      Badiashile is regarded as one of France’s brightest talents after breaking into the first team two seasons ago.
      He was rewarded with a new contract in December to keep him at the club until the summer of 2024.

      Napoli’s Kalidou Koulibaly remains an option but United have been put off by his £70m asking price.

      New Monaco boss Niko Kovac is thought to be a keen admirer of Badiashile and wants to build his squad around the defender.
      But with the coronavirus having a huge financial impact on football, Kovac knows the decision may be out of his hands.

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      Harry Maguire faces Man Utd captaincy talks after he’s given suspended 21-month sentence following Mykonos brawl

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      HARRY MAGUIRE will reportedly sit down with Manchester United officials to discuss his role as club captain following his Mykonos brawl.
      The defender 27, was found guilty of aggravated assault, resisting arrest and attempted bribery following a clash with police on the Greek Island.

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      Harry Maguire is set for talks with Manchester United and Ole Gunnar SolskjaerCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      But Maguire escaped a jail term and was instead handed a fine and a 21-month and ten day suspended sentence.
      He was then axed from the England squad in a dramatic U-turn – less than six hours after being picked by Gareth Southgate.
      Now, according to Sky Sports, the former Leicester star will sit down with United to discuss his role as the team’s leader.
      But according to reporter James Cooper, Maguire is expected to KEEP the armband.

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      He adds: “What I’m told right now is there is no suggestion that Harry Maguire will have the captaincy taken from him.
      “Manchester United have been as supportive as any club could possibly be in these circumstances
      “There will be conversations ongoing and this matter certainly isn’t closed.

      “A lot of it depends on face-to-face chats between Harry Maguire, Manchester United, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Ed Woodward.
      “Then, perhaps a decision will be made.”
      United have already confirmed the player will appeal the sentence and “continues to strongly assert his innocence”.
      Maguire released his own brief statement where he declared he and his family are the real victims.
      He said: “Following the hearing, I have instructed my legal team with immediate effect to inform the courts we will be appealing.
      “I remain strong + confident regarding our innocence in this matter – if anything myself, family + friends are the victims. #MUFC”.
      He also posted on Instagram: “Three things cannot be long hidden: the sun, the moon, and the truth – Buddha.”
      His brother Joe and pal Chris Sharman, who stood trial alongside him, were given suspended sentences of 13 months after also being found guilty.
      The verdicts come after a bombshell one-day trial heard how the brawl between cops and the trio erupted when Maguire’s sister Daisy was “injected with a rape drug”.
      One cop required first aid when handcuffed Maguire attempted to break free – as another pal yelled “f**k, f**k the police”.
      After they were taken inside a police station, £190,000-a-week Maguire boasted about how “rich” he was as he tried to pay police off, it was said.

      He allegedly bragged: “Do you know who I am? I am the captain of Manchester United, I am very rich, I can give you money, I can pay you, please let us go”.
      The 27-year-old is then said to have continued boasting about how “very rich” he is, adding: “I am the captain of Manchester United”.
      Maguire – who replaced Ashley Young as Manchester United skipper in January – is due to return to competitive action for the Red Devils when their season starts on September 19 against Crystal Palace.

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      Harry Maguire was reportedly involved in a brawl after his sister Daisy was injectedCredit: Refer to Caption

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      Maguire was not at court for the sentencing and he denies the chargesCredit: AP:Associated Press

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      Man Utd defender Chris Smalling to have Roma ‘throw everything’ at securing permanent transfer amid Newcastle interest

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      ROMA are ready to come back in with an offer of £14.5million for Chris Smalling, according to reports.
      With the centre-back described as keen to extend his stay in the Italian capital, coach Paulo Fonseca and new Lupi owner Dan Friedkin want to match his ambition.

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      Chris Smalling has a number of options on the table after a strong spell in RomeCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      And Roma will therefore “throw everything” they have at a permanent deal for Smalling, according to Italian newspaper Il Tempo via Sport Witness.
      SunSport understand that a £20m price tag has been set by United.
      With the gap in valuations, Roma are said to be heavily relying on the player’s desire to push through a deal.
      A new agent has also been employed to negotiate with the Old Trafford giants.

      Smalling excelled in Serie A last season, fondly dubbed ‘Smaldini’ by fans as he reignited his career in 37 appearances.
      Should Roma not become a feasible option for next season, a spot in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s squad is not out of the question.
      The Norwegian said earlier in the summer: “It was best for him to go and play for a year in Roma and he has shown he will be valuable, I’ve been speaking to Chris throughout. I’ve been delighted with his season.”
      Inter Milan could also offer Smalling a route back to Italy having already plucked Alexis Sanchez, Ashley Young and Romelu Lukaku from United.

      A handful of Premier League clubs are reportedly best placed to afford Smalling with Newcastle thought to be leading the way.
      After snapping up free agent midfielder Jeff Hendrick, the Toon are monitoring the centre-back’s situation with Everton, Fulham and West Ham for company.

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      Man Utd icon Rio Ferdinand admits he got so drunk with fan after Champions League final that he showered in his SUIT

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      RIO FERDINAND has revealed his crazy celebrations after Manchester United’s 2008 Champions League win.
      A penalty shootout victory over Chelsea secured the trophy, which the defender lifted with Ryan Giggs having captained the Red Devils in Moscow.

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      Rio Ferdinand knows the feeling of winning and losing a Champions League finalCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd
      After the final whistle, Ferdinand went on a magnificent bender that, as he revealed on BT Sport, left him showering in his SUIT.
      The 41-year-old admitted: “I don’t remember it, it was that good.
      “After the Champions League final in Moscow, it was the most I’ve ever consumed.
      “I went toe to toe with a fan who got into the party and I was worse for wear the next morning.

      “I ended up showering in my full suit and almost missed the flight home. When you win, you get away with it.”
      However, that win was followed up by final defeats at the hands of Barcelona in 2009 and 2011.

      These guys won’t enjoy their holidays this year. I’ve been there.
      Rio Ferdinand

      And Ferdinand talked of how Paris Saint-Germain’s players will struggle to forget Sunday night’s defeat.
      Kingsley Coman’s second-half header turned out to be the only goal after several missed chances for PSG early on, leaving Neymar in tears at the final whistle.

      Ferdinand noted: “These guys won’t enjoy their holidays this year. I’ve been there.

      “You feel like you were that close, you were in the final.
      “You’ll go on a holiday and you’ll be just enjoying yourself and starting to get into the groove… and bang, you’re taken back to this moment and that feeling.
      “It’s terrible and it takes a while to get rid of it.”

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      Patrice Evra reveals why he and Cristiano Ronaldo told Man Utd boss Solskjaer to sign Bruno Fernandes

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      PATRICE EVRA has revealed the integral role he and Cristiano Ronaldo played in bringing Bruno Fernandes to Manchester United.
      The pair were good friends in their three years together at Old Trafford, even if the Frenchman occasionally found his pal a touch too competitive.

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      Cristiano Ronaldo and Patrice Evra gave Manchester United the green light after discussing Bruno Fernandes between themselvesCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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      Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has certainly made the most of Fernandes’ arrivalCredit: Getty – Pool
      And they combined to advise Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on his transfer plans when Fernandes was being monitored at Sporting CP.
      As a Portuguese national team colleague, Ronaldo spoke to Evra for a recommendation to guide the United boss’ thinking.
      Evra told The Guardian why the signing was necessary, stating: “United have qualified for the Champions League. It’s not a big achievement but it’s massive progress from where we’ve come.
      “I love Ole. One game we’re on the bench and I started talking. He said, ‘Patrice. I’m focused’.

      “He would analyse everything so he knows which defender is getting tired. That’s why we called him the Baby Faced Assassin. He helped United win the Champions League [in 1999] that way.
      “United can’t challenge Liverpool or Man City. Not yet. There’s been massive damage but we’re moving in the right direction.

      “When they wanted to sign Bruno Fernandes, Ole texted me. I asked for advice from Cristiano Ronaldo.
      “Cristiano says, ‘Bruno’s a good guy and very professional’.

      “I say, ‘Ole, I’ve spoken with Cristiano. Let’s go for it’.
      “And Fernandes had a massive impact. Without him I don’t think we would have qualified for the Champions League.”
      Indeed, attacking midfielder Fernandes was vital to a successful end to the campaign in Manchester.
      A stunning tally of 12 goals and eight assists in 22 games helped United breach the FA Cup and Europa League semi-finals, with third place in the Premier League secured.

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      Man Utd defender Chris Smalling ‘wanted by Newcastle, Everton, West Ham and Fulham’ after impressive Roma loan

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      SEVERAL Premier League sides are reportedly circling for Chris Smalling after the defender’s Roma renaissance.
      An impressive loan spell at the Stadio Olimpico has reignited the defender’s career, with the Italians also hoping for more of the Manchester United man.

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      Chris Smalling is a wanted man but may prefer a second spell in RomeCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      As SunSport revealed, the £20million price tag placed on Smalling’s head by Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has proved a large obstacle for the Giallorossi.
      But Fulham, Newcastle, Everton and West Ham are now all named as interested parties.
      Website 90min reckon the English sides have a better chance of forking out the required fee for the 30-year-old.
      West Ham and Everton are seeking a rise up the table after disappointing campaigns last time out while Steve Bruce’s Newcastle are adjusting to life after the Saudi-funded takeover of the club collapsed.

      A move to newly-promoted Fulham would mean a Craven Cottage return for Smalling, who joined the West London outfit from Maidstone in 2008 before a surprise £12m switch to Manchester.
      Roma remain determined to sign their star of last season, who is said to fancy another year in the Italian capital, but they also face competition from Inter Milan.

      Should a deal be out of their grasp, the club recently purchased by American billionaire Dan Friedkin will reportedly look to Sokratis Papastathopoulos of Arsenal.
      And yet, a sensational second chance at Old Trafford is not out of the question.

      With his United career seemingly buried 12 months ago, Smalling has shown his “value” to boss Solskjaer and may get a fresh crack at the first-team.
      The manager stated: “I think Chris has shown over his Manchester United career how valuable he is at Manchester United.
      “This season was about him being a regular and going to Roma and showing how good a centre-back he is, I wanted to give Harry [Maguire], Victor [Lindelof] and maybe Axel [Tuanzebe] a chance.
      “It was best for him to go and play for a year in Roma and he has shown he will be valuable, I’ve been speaking to Chris throughout. I’ve been delighted with his season.”

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