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      Jose Mourinho insists he ‘couldn’t care less’ after Man Utd star Paul Pogba’s slammed his management style

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      JOSE MOURINHO insists he ‘couldn’t care less’ about Paul Pogba’s criticism of his management style.The French midfielder hit out at his former manager and suggested he ‘goes against his players’ unlike current Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
      Jose Mourinho has revealed he doesn’t care what Paul Pogba thinks about his management styleCredit: Reuters
      He also revealed details of the ‘strange relationship’ he had with the Portuguese during his time in charge of the Red Devils between 2016 and 2018.
      Pogba and Mourinho had a famous training ground clash in 2018 after the United boss thought Pogba had been laughing at the club’s defeat to Derby.
      And Pogba has revealed it is tough to explain his relationship with the Tottenham boss even now.
      However, when asked after Tottenham’s 2-2 draw at Everton about the ex-Juventus star’s remarks, the Spurs chief said: “I would like to say that I couldn’t care less what he said.
      “I couldn’t care less – not interested at all.”
      World Cup winner Pogba had told Sky Sports: “What I have now with Ole is different, he wouldn’t go against the players.
      “Maybe Ole wouldn’t pick them, but it’s not like he puts them on the side like they don’t exist anymore. That’s the difference between Mourinho and Ole.
      “Once I had a great relationship with Mourinho, everybody saw that, and the next day you don’t know what happened.
      Pogba said he felt Moutinho goes against his own playersCredit: EPA
      “That’s the strange thing I had with Mourinho and I cannot explain to you because even I don’t know.
      “Maybe [Solskjaer’s methods work] because he is a bit closer to the people.
      “Every coach has their own way to coach and deal with players, and as a player you have to adapt. Sometimes it doesn’t suit you and sometimes it does.”
      The 28-year-old also laughed at Mourinho’s distraction tactics after United’s victory at Spurs last week.
      After the game the ex-Chelsea and Porto boss hit out at Solskjaer for saying he wouldn’t feed his son if he went down like Son Heung-min did after Scott McTominay’s hand brushed his face.
      The Portuguse said he is glad Son’s dad is a better father than Ole.
      But many accused Mourinho of vintage tactics used solely to distract the public away from his side’s pathetic collapse – throwing away a 1-0 half-time lead to lose 3-1.
      And asked for his thoughts on the post-game reaction, Pogba added: “I don’t know what happened, I’m sure Mourinho said something that would make people speak, that’s what he does.
      Mourinho and Pogba fell out at Old TraffordCredit: Reuters

      “We got the result we wanted, Ole knows it and we enjoyed that moment because we know Mourinho and we know what he likes. We don’t need this [war of words], we just focus on us.
      “We won the game, he lost the game and he doesn’t want to speak about the game, he wants to speak about the dad of someone, that’s what he does.
      “Everybody knows him, it’s very Mourinho.”
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      Burnley star McNeil’s joy at seeing childhood pal Greenwood blossoming at Man Utd… despite own disappointment at 14

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      THERE was a time Dwight McNeil and Mason Greenwood would fight it out in the cages at Manchester United’s training ground.Now the old friends have both been unleashed on the Premier League and their teams go head-to-head at Old Trafford tomorrow.
      Mason Greeenwood goes head-to-head against Dwight McNeilCredit: Getty
      Burnley winger McNeil trained at Man Utd when he was a kidCredit: Rex
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      Burnley winger McNeil, 21, had dreams of making the grade with his boyhood club — but his time with the Red Devils ended in disappointment, aged 14.
      The Rochdale-born star is not surprised by the progress of pal Greenwood, 18, at United as he pushes for a spot in England’s Euros squad.
      McNeil, a doubt for the clash after picking up a knock, said: “The main thing was training in the cage at night.
      “It was all a bit of fun, really, just playing games in this small area. But it improved me as a player in tight areas.
      “Mason was younger than me but he played up with us. He was always good with both feet — you could tell with Mason at a young age.
      “I know Mason personally and he’s a good man as well as a very good player. Sometimes I see him face-to-face on the odd occasion but on social media I speak to him.
      “It’s great that we’ve both achieved our  dream to play in the Premier League and,  obviously, Mason is doing so well at United and I’m really happy for him.
      “Every time he’s playing at the moment he’s doing well. 
      “He’s had some criticism but I know what kind of guy he is. Mason’s a good guy and he’s come back scoring goals so I’m happy for him.”
      McNeil was the United-mad kid who grew up wanting to be the next Ryan Giggs.
      McNeil grew up wanting to be the next Giggs
      Greenwood and McNeil have remained pals after time in the youth teamsCredit: Instagram @masongreenwood
      Old Trafford icon Giggs enjoyed a remarkable, trophy-laden career which ended with him racking up a club-record 963 appearances. 
      So although the Burnley winger’s dad Matt was a footballer,  it was Giggs who a young Dwight  modelled his game on.
      And he still has the shirt to prove it round at his parents’ house.
      McNeil admitted: “I think there’s one at  my Mum and Dad’s place. I used to watch everything Giggs did as a youngster. Direct dribbles past people, crosses, goals, leadership,  I just lapped it up.”
      McNeil had a dream to become a United winger just like his hero — but he suffered heartache after his folks broke the news he would not be kept on.
      He explained: “I was 14 and still at school. As a young kid it’s a hard one to take, especially when it’s your boyhood club and the one you grew up supporting.
      “But my parents still believed in me. We had a chat and all decided that the best thing was to come here and give it a go.
      Greenwood was a star at youth level for UnitedCredit: Instagram @masongreenwood
      “I look back now at being released by United and I wouldn’t have thought back then that I’d have all this experience under my belt by this age.
      “It was a hard one to take when I left but then I came here to Burnley and haven’t looked back since.
      “It just gave me that desire and determination to become a professional footballer elsewhere.
      “It made me focused on becoming a professional footballer. And hopefully, looking back on it, I’ve proved some people wrong.”
      If McNeil carries on like this, then surely his chance to shine with one of the big guns will come one day.
      Yet he dampened down the  speculation — for now at least — by signing a new long-term contract at Turf Moor in October.
      With the Clarets seemingly on course to beat the drop again, he said: “The gaffer calls it ‘outside noise’ and we didn’t hear anything.

      McNeill has blossomed at Burnley and plays for England U21’sCredit: Getty

      “It was a simple answer for me and the family to sign a new contract with the club.
      “I had a talk with my Dad and my family and we came to the conclusion that the best decision, the right decision, was to sign another contract.
      “Right now for me  it’s about playing for Burnley. I have loved the club since I’ve been here and I know the manager and the lads so well.”
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      Man Utd kid Will Fish is natural leader and commanding centre back included in Solskjaer’s Europa League squad

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      THEY already had Captain Marvel at Manchester United, and in youngster Will Fish they have another potential leader among their ranks.With the Red Devils suffering a selection headache in defence for Thursday’s Europa League second leg, and the suspensions of Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw, Fish, 18, has been drafted into the squad.
      Will Fish has been drafted into Man Utd’s Europa League squad against GranadaCredit: Getty
      Commanding Fish, 18, has risen through the ranks at UnitedCredit: Getty
      The 6ft 1in defender is a commanding centre back, who will be relatively unknown to most fans.
      But, amongst his peers in the youth sides, he’s the team-mate they all look to – like the stars of the 80s and 90s did with Bryan Robson.
      And he has formed an impressive partnership with fellow youth prospect Teden Mengi at the heart of the defence for the U18’s.
      CAPTAIN FANTASTIC
      Fish has always been a leader from the front.
      Born in Manchester, he’s one of their own and plays for the club with plenty of pride.
      He rose through the ranks to captain United’s U16 team. Incredibly, he also made his debut for the U23’s at the tender age of 16.
      And manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer certainly feels he’s ready for the first team.
      6ft 1in Fish is commanding in the boxCredit: Getty
      While on the ball, Fish offers plenty of composureCredit: Getty
      “He’s a very good talent, a composed centre-back with physical stature. He’s one we believe in,” the United boss revealed.
      “Of course, we’ve lost a few defenders so to have Will on the bench is a good experience for him and he’s there if he’s needed and he’s ready.”
      EXPERIENCE IN THE U23’S
      This campaign, Fish has been a regular in the U23’s.
      He only turned 18 in February, but already has started 17 of the 20 matches in the Premier League 2 matches.
      What’s even more remarkable is he’s worn the captain’s armband on seven of those occasions.
      Fish also completed 90 minutes for United’s U21 team in the 6-0 EFL Trophy win over Salford City.
      Fish is one for the future, according to Man Utd boss Ole Gunnar SolskjaerCredit: Getty
      Last year Fish signed his first pro contract with the club
      Local lad Fish was born in Manchester and wears his heart on his sleeve
      He showed plenty of composure during an impressive performance.
      Last year, Fish signed his first pro contract with the club.
      STILL LEARNING
      Although he’s got a steady head on his shoulders, the centre half still has a long way to go before he could become a first team regular at Old Trafford.
      With Mengi on loan at Derby County, Fish has struggled in some games without his defensive partner.
      He provided an assist against Southampton earlier on this season.

      Fish is seen as a natural leader and has captained Man Utd’s U16 and U23 teamsCredit: Getty
      Young Fish is in contention to make his debut against Granada in the Europa LeagueCredit: Getty

      But against Brighton he was sent off after just seven minutes, and he is still learning the art of defending.
      That said, given he’s played in every age group above his, it shows he can be relied upon when needed.
      If United’s backline suffers anymore injuries, Solskjaer won’t be afraid to throw Fish in at the deep end.
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      Man Utd plot Raphael Varane transfer bid in summer with Real Madrid wanting £60m for defender

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are back on the trail of Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane.The Red Devils looked into signing the French centre-back three years ago but were told it would cost more than £100million.
      Raphael Varane could be available for £60million this summerCredit: Rex
      Now, though, the 27-year-old has just over a year left on his contract and could be available for a much lower figure.
      Madrid value him in the £60m bracket. But that figure is still likely to be viewed as high,  particularly with the impact of coronavirus on the transfer market. 
      If United do make a move, they could face competition from Paris Saint-Germain.
      Varane was one of the centre-backs identified by Jose Mourinho during his last summer in charge at Old Trafford in 2018.
      United were willing to spend big but the figures being quoted by Madrid put them off.
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      A year later they spent £80m on Harry Maguire and now boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants a new partner for the England man.
      Former United defender Gary Neville said recently he felt Varane, who misses tonight’s game at  Liverpool with coronavirus, would be perfect for the club.
      Sevilla’s Jules Kounde and Pau Torres, of Villarreal, are other targets.
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      Man Utd’s Harry Kane transfer dreams OVER after Solskjaer’s bitter row with Tottenham manager Mourinho

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      JOSE MOURINHO’S row with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has killed off any lingering chances of Harry Kane moving to Manchester United this summer.Tottenham striker Kane was linked with a move to the Red Devils after announcing he would decide his future after the Euros.
      Harry Kane’s future is set to be THE big topic this summerCredit: PA
      SunSport revealed last week Spurs chairman Daniel Levy is reluctant to sell the England captain – especially to a Premier League rival.
      But some reports over the weekend claimed United were still interested in the £150million-rated frontman.
      That interest, though, has now ended after Tottenham manager Mourinho’s bust-up with United chief Solskjaer following the Red Devils’ 3-1 win there on Sunday.
      The pair clashed in the tunnel afterwards after Mourinho was angered by comments the Norwegian had made about Spurs striker Son Heung-min – who was accused of play-acting in an incident which led to Edinson Cavani having a goal disallowed in the first half.
      It prompted Solskjaer to say: “If my son stays down for three minutes and he needs his 10 mates to help him up, he won’t get any food.”
      A furious Mourinho responded with: “I just want to say Sonny is very lucky that his father is a better person than Ole.”
      And the bitter row has put paid to Kane moving to Old Trafford this summer – after it increased the tensions between the two clubs.
      United have never liked dealing with tough negotiator Levy, and vice-versa.
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      Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been embroiled in a furious, and at times bizarre, row with Jose MourinhoCredit: Getty

      And now United have ruled out Tottenham selling Kane to them after Sunday’s shenanigans.
      The Red Devils hierarchy are angered by Mourinho’s reaction and feel their former manager did it to take the spotlight of another poor Spurs display.
      And while they still rate Kane as a striker, they would not be happy to pay Tottenham, of all clubs, top dollar for his services.
      This means if Kane is to leave this summer he is likely going to have to move abroad.
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      Man Utd ‘will launch Raphael Varane transfer bid in summer’ with Real Madrid ready to offload stars for huge rebuild

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly ready to take advantage of Real Madrid’s squad rebuild and bid for Raphael Varane.A new centre-back is thought to be Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s priority for the coming transfer window.
      Raphael Varane could be available for £60million this summerCredit: Rex
      The Red Devils’ defence has been guilty of lapses in concentration since the Norwegian took over, leading to a hunt for a fresh partner for Harry Maguire.
      A whole host of top stars have been linked with the club, including Jules Kounde, Sergio Ramos, Nikola Milenkovic and Pau Torres.
      According to the Mail, World Cup winner Varane is the first player United will attempt to sign.
      Real may be ready to agree a fee of around £60million to call time on his decade at the club, before his contract expires in 2022.
      The Frenchman, 27, is said to be ready for a fresh challenge with boyhood club Paris Saint-Germain also a potential option.
      Solskjaer has been urged by former team-mates Paul Scholes and Gary Neville to land a new centre-back.
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      Ex-defender Neville recently named Varane as his ideal capture with Scholes calling for a new ‘dominant’ star to play alongside Maguire.
      United reportedly want to negotiate down the £60m fee but will struggle to find a more decorated alternative than the quadruple Champions League winner.
      Playing into their hands could be Madrid’s summer overhaul, which is being formulated by Florentino Perez.
      The club president was handed a fresh four-year mandate on Tuesday and is set to end his period of relative quiet in the market.

      Real famously decided not to sign anybody in the past two windows and reportedly have big things in mind for the end of the season.
      Kylian Mbappe and Erling Haaland are named as two top targets along with soon-to-be free agent David Alaba.
      The huge Estadio Bernabeu redevelopment also continues apace despite pandemic financial troubles, leading to the high chance of player sales to fund the overhaul.
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      Solskjaer’s son insists ‘I always get food, I can assure you’ in response to Man Utd boss’s bizarre Tottenham row

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      OLE GUNNAR SOLSKJAER’S son has hilariously revealed he ‘always gets food’ following the bizarre row between his dad and Jose Mourinho.The Manchester United boss accused Son Heung-min of conning officials to get Edinson Cavani’s strike chalked off by going down too easily under a flailing arm from Scott McTominay.
      Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s son Noah, left, has thankfully admitted he does ‘get food’Credit: Getty – Contributor
      Seething Solskjaer said: “If my son stayed down for three minutes and he needed ten mates to help him up, he wouldn’t get any food.
      “The game has gone — absolutely gone.”
      But former United boss Mourinho hit back as the row escalated when he told reporters: “I just want to say Sonny’s very lucky that his father is a better person than Ole.”
      But speaking to Norwegian newspaper Tidens Krav, thankfully Ole’s son Noah, 20, has insisted he doesn’t go hungry.
      The Kristiansund BK player said: “Yes, I laughed a lot on Sunday too.
      “I always get food, I can assure everyone about that.
      “[Teammate] Max [Williamsen] asked me if I had been given food when he met me before training today.
      “I have never been lying down the way Son did. Mourinho probably just wanted to take the focus away from the fact they had lost.”

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      Jose Mourinho was fuming at Solskjaer’s criticism of SonCredit: PA

      Cavani thought he had given United the lead when he slotted home in the 33rd minute.
      But referee Chris Kavanagh ruled it out after VAR advised him to check the pitchside monitor.
      It looked a harsh decision and the Red Devils were further incensed when the South Korean fired Spurs ahead seven minutes later.
      Old Trafford manager Solskjaer — despite his side’s sterling second-half comeback — was still angry about the incident afterwards.
      The Norwegian said in a television interview moments after the final whistle: “It was a perfectly good goal. We weren’t conned, the referee was.”
      Cavani got his goal in the end, and further strikes from Fred and sub Mason Greenwood gave United a 3-1 victory.
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      Noah Solskajer has previously featured against United in a pre-season gameCredit: Getty – Contributor More