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      Erik ten Hag is ‘very keen’ to talk to Man Utd after Ajax manager is ‘sounded out’ by intermediaries

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      AJAX boss Erik ten Hag is reportedly ‘very keen’ to speak to Manchester United after being ‘sounded out’ by intermediaries.The Red Devils are on the look-out for a permanent replacement for the axed Ole Gunnar Solskjaer with interim manager Ralf Rangnick set to move upstairs this summer.
      Ajax boss Erik ten Hag is ‘very keen’ to talk to Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      Dutchman Ten Hag, and Paris Saint-Germain’s former Tottenham chief Mauricio Pochettino, have been the two men most-linked with the vacancy.
      And United may be able to get Poch for nothing if he gets sacked by PSG after they blew a two-goal lead to crash out of the Champions League at Real Madrid on Wednesday night.
      However, Sky Sports have now offered their own update on the potential next manager by claiming Ten Hag has been ‘sounded out’ through intermediaries by United.
      They state that no official contact between the Old Trafford side and Ajax has yet been made.
      But they report that the Dutchman, 52, ‘would be very keen to speak’ to United if they make a formal approach.
      The two clubs enjoy a good relationship with United legend Edwin van der Sar currently the chief executive at Dutch giants.
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      Ten Hag is only under contract until the end of the season and is currently focused on leading Ajax – who are clear at the top by two points – to the title.
      He has been in charge of Ajax since December 2017 following his arrival from Utrecht and guided them to the double in both 2019 and 2021.
      Ten Hag also coached Bayern Munich’s reserve team as well as Go Ahead Eagles in Holland.
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      Rio Ferdinand is now a doctor after Man Utd legend is awarded an Honorary Doctor of Letters

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      RIO FERDINAND can legitimately be called ‘Doctor Ferdy’ after he collected an honorary doctorate degree from London South Bank University.The 43-year-old Manchester United legend was awarded the degree for his social campaigning work that tackles inequality, racism and mental health stigma.
      Former England defender Rio Ferdinand is now officially a doctorCredit: instagram
      The ex-Man Utd star collected an honorary doctorate degree from London South Bank UniversityCredit: instagram
      The former England international, who grew up in Peckham, South London, runs his Rio Ferdinand Foundation charity which supports people aged between 10 and 25 in disadvantaged communities. 
      And sharing a picture of him on stage in his academic cap and graduation gown collecting his doctorate last week, he posted an emotional message.
      The ex-defender wrote on Instagram: “I’m incredibly proud to be presented with a Honourary Doctor of Letters by LSBU.
      “Growing up in my community, I never thought anything like this would be possible… we were made to feel there was a ceiling or to stay in your box.
      “I hope it inspires young people to believe & to have a dream (like all young people should).. we need to continue to learn, to help communities and to break down the barriers that too many people face in their lives.
      “Without my parents drive & ethos none of this would be possible.”
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      Ferdinand, who also played for West Ham, Leeds and QPR, added: “Setting up the @rioferdinandfoundation in 2011 gave us an opportunity to empower young people to be built up and to then become the inspirational leaders within their communities – with the backing of corporate companies offering opportunities to those that come through the foundation.
      “Thank you to everyone at @lsbu for their warm welcome today & wishing all the graduates success in the future.
      “Never forget the impact you can have on an individual. Dr Ferdy.”
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      Marcus Rashford ‘is set to be dropped for England’s two friendlies this month after Man Utd struggles’

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      ENGLAND boss Gareth Southgate is reportedly set to leave Marcus Rashford out of his upcoming squad.The Manchester United forward has been struggling for match action at Old Trafford and last started on February 12.
      Marcus Rashford is reportedly set for more disappointment after his recent Man Utd miseryCredit: AFP
      The forward is reportedly set to be dropped by England for their upcoming friendliesCredit: Reuters
      The 24-year-old has only scored five goals in 24 appearances for the Red Devils this term and has now slipped down the pecking order.
      That has led to speculation that he could be considering his future – but now he is set for more misery on the international front.
      That is according to ESPN, who state that Rashford is due to be dropped for England’s friendlies against both Switzerland and the Ivory Coast.
      The star has started only twice out of United’s last 11 matches in all competitions and he has not scored for seven games.
      His last time wearing an England shirt was in the final of Euro 2020.
      He was one of the unfortunate Three Lions players to miss a penalty in the heartbreaking shootout defeat to Italy.
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      Rashford then underwent shoulder surgery and did not return to match action until October.
      Southgate has stated on numerous occasions that he will only select players on current form and that play consistently for their clubs.
      The forward has scored 12 goals in 46 appearances for his country since his debut back in 2016.
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      Mauricio Pochettino will use ‘shambles’ Man Utd as STEPPING STONE to Real Madrid, claims Steve McManaman

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      STEVE McMANAMAN has warned Manchester United that Mauricio Pochettino will use them as a STEPPING STONE for his dream switch to Real Madrid.The Paris Saint-Germain boss is reportedly on a two-man shortlist with Ajax’s Erik ten Hag to take charge at Old Trafford this summer.
      Steve McManaman reckons Mauricio Pochettino could use Man Utd as a stepping stone to Real MadridCredit: EPA
      But United may struggle to get PSG to release Poch despite reportedly making contact with his representatives.
      However, former Liverpool and Real Madrid star McManaman reckons Pochettino would not hang about for long in Manchester.
      The ex-Tottenham boss has made no secret of his desire to coach Real, saying in 2020: “I don’t know if I’ll ever coach Madrid but of course it’s my dream.
      “If it’s not the best, it’s one of the best clubs in the world. I’m no different, everyone has it on their dream list.”
      Indeed, Real are already said to be weighing up a move after Pochettino’s PSG taught them a lesson in the first leg of their Champions League last 16 clash.
      And Macca believes Poch would only join United to further his profile and boost his chances of becoming the Bernabeu’s main man.
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      McManaman told Horseracing.net: “I think he would strengthen Manchester United, but anybody would at the moment. 
      “I don’t mean that disrespectfully. They’re all over the place. They need to appoint ‘a manager’ – and I’m not saying it’s Pochettino – and give them a little bit of strength and a little bit of stability.
      “I feel sorry for [Ralf] Rangnick coming in because with this ‘interim appointment’ to the end of the season and then him going upstairs. 
      “There are so many uncertainties that they’ve weakened his case as a manager. The way it’s been handled has been shambolic. 
      “If it was Poch, if it was Erik ten Hag, it would strengthen Manchester United’s case, the way they are. It’s just been a mess, really, and very unbecoming of them. 
      “I think they’ll be better regardless. Pochettino is a great manager. He’d suit Manchester United down to the ground and then he could probably aim for Real Madrid later down the line.”
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      Man Utd ‘contact Pochettino and Ten Hag’ as they ramp up permanent manager hunt to replace Solskjaer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have reportedly made contact with both Mauricio Pochettino and Erik ten Hag in their hunt for a new permanent manager.Ralf Rangnick, who replaced Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as interim boss in November, is set to move into a consultancy role this summer.
      Man Utd have made contact with Mauricio Pochettino and Erik ten Hag in their manager huntCredit: EPA
      Ajax boss Ten Hag is favourite to replace interim gaffer Ralf RangnickCredit: Getty
      And the Guardian claims United have narrowed down their shortlist to two candidates.
      Paris Saint-Germain boss Pochettino is thought to be the players’ top choice.
      Meanwhile, Ten Hag has impressed with his bold attacking tactics at Ajax.
      And United are now said to be in dialogue with representatives for both men.
      However, it’s reckoned Pochettino is no longer favourite for the job.
      That’s because United fear PSG will put up a stiff fight to keep him in the French capital.

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      Poch is under contract until 2023.
      But while the former Spurs boss is open to a Premier League return, PSG expect him to see out his deal unless they sack him.
      That means Ten Hag is now favourite to take charge at United.
      Indeed, Rangnick is said to prefer him as the next manager.
      And Ten Hag is reportedly taking English lessons ahead of an anticipated move to the Theatre of Dreams.
      According to bookmakers, Antonio Conte, Carlo Ancelotti and Diego Simeone – as well as Rangnick himself – are considered the next most likely candidates.
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      Ralf Rangnick insists his Man Utd flops did not give up vs Man City… there is just a HUGE gap between the sides

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      RALF RANGNICK insists his Manchester United flops did NOT throw in the towel against Manchester City.But he admits there is a huge gap between his side and the champions after Sunday’s dismal derby defeat.
      Ralf Rangnick insists Man Utd did not give up in their 4-1 derby defeat to Man CityCredit: Reuters
      Two goals apiece from Kevin De Bruyne and Riyad Mahrez saw City cruise to a 4-1 win at the Etihad.
      United – missing Cristiano Ronaldo – put up a decent showing in the first half, scoring a great goal through Jadon Sancho.
      But they failed to turn up after the break, letting City run riot in what Roy Keane called a ‘shameful’ performance.
      Indeed, the stats show United made just 16 passes in the last 10 minutes of the game – while City recorded 120.
      And ex-Red Devil Keane was joined by Gary Neville in condemning the ‘egos’ in Rangnick’s dressing room.
      However, the German tactician insists his players did NOT give up at the Etihad.
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      Rangnick believes United’s flops actually tried hard to keep up with City’s blistering tempo.
      But they were only made to look poor due to the gulf in quality between the two sides.
      Rangnick explained: “To be honest, I didn’t have the impression that they didn’t try.
      “But it’s difficult against a team like Man City, once you are 3-1 down against the best team in possession of the ball on the planet, it’s difficult.
      “I cannot blame anyone for not having tried and put effort into that game, but it was difficult after the third goal.
      “After 28 games you’re as far apart from each team as the table shows (22 points).
      “The second half showed that if they are in their momentum and if they are 3-1 up then it is almost impossible to keep them away from your own goal.
      “Look, I am still the manager for another 10 games in the Premier League and for hopefully a few more games in the Champions League and it doesn’t make sense now to start some speculations about how many players would we need, on which positions would we need them.
      “This is not my issue. Right now it’s about preparing the team for the Tottenham game and after that for a very important game against Atletico in the Champions League.
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      “Right now, we have to be – and I am – happy with the players that we have. This is clear. We lost two, if not three strikers since Christmas, everybody knows (that).
      “Again, this is a fact and we have to deal with it. I am not complaining about that so for us it’s important to look ahead and make sure we develop the team, we have in the last couple of weeks and months.
      “We do not always play against Manchester City. We have other teams and we showed that against West Ham and against other teams, like Leeds, that we are capable to win those games and this is my major job in the next two-and-a-half months.” More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo complained of injury and flew to Portugal AFTER hearing he was benched for Man Utd’s derby vs Man City

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO complained of a hip injury and flew to Portugal — after being axed from Manchester United’s team for their derby defeat.The superstar was stunned to be told by boss Ralf Rangnick he would not be starting against Man City.
      Cristiano Ronaldo flew back to Portugal injured – after finding out he’d been dropped for the Manchester derbyCredit: Getty
      Rangnick said he wanted fresh legs for the match and that he believed Ronaldo could make an impact from the bench.
      But the United legend insisted he could do that from the start and was furious at being axed.
      It is believed he hopes to help his injury with warm weather in his homeland.
      SunSport understands his team-mates were surprised he did not stay at the team hotel on Saturday night.
      The 37-year-old had been feeling positive in training last week and was looking forward to the Etihad clash with City.
      But United interim-boss Rangnick was told by the club’s medical department on Friday that Ronaldo had a hip flexor injury.
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      After yesterday’s 4-1 humiliation, Rangnick insisted: “I have to believe my medical department.
      “Our doctor came to see me Friday morning before training and said Cristiano could not train because of some problems with his hip flexor and the same Saturday.”
      Striker Edinson Cavani was also missing after apparently not feeling well enough to play after his recent groin problem.
      Asked when they would return, Rangnick said: “I don’t know. I was hoping to have them available for this game.
      “We have two important games coming up against Spurs and Atletico and we have to focus on that.”
      Rumours began to swirl on social media on Saturday night that Ronaldo had pulled out of the squad.
      The Instagram account that started the rumour is cr7.0_lendario — which is followed by Ronaldo.
      A post claimed: “Manchester United’s manager wants to enter with a different strategy in tomorrow’s game and has chosen to defend himself more, a purely tactical choice. Ronaldo won’t even be on the bench.”
      The post was liked by Ron’s sister, Katia Aveiro.
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      Former United captain Roy Keane added fuel to the fire pre-match, saying: “I don’t like it when the manager talks about this ‘hip flexor’. I don’t get it.
      “We talk about Ronaldo being a machine, then every now and again he comes out with ‘hip flexor’. It doesn’t add up.”
      When contacted by SunSport, Ronaldo’s representatives insisted it was an injury keeping him out. More