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    Marcus Rashford’s Range Rover hit by ‘drink driver’ leaving Man Utd star’s teammate in hospital

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    A SUSPECTED drink-driver crashed into one of Marcus Rashford’s cars — leaving his Man United teammate needing checks in hospital.England ace Rashford was in a vehicle behind his own Range Rover when it was hit by a black Mercedes.Man Utd ace Marcus Rashford’s Range Rover was hit by a ‘drink driver’Credit: GettyPassenger Tyrell Malacia was advised to go to hospital after the incidentCredit: GettyThe Range Rover driver, 25, plus his passenger United defender Tyrell Malacia were advised to go to hospital.Police were called in Wilmslow, Cheshire, and arrested the Mercedes driver, 55, on suspicion of drink-driving.She was checked at Macclesfield Hospital.Doctors cleared Dutch ace Malacia, 24, and his pal.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSBoth players were at training the next day.Cheshire Police confirmed that officers were called to a collision between a blue Range Rover Sport and a black Mercedes C220 AMG sport on July 16.They said a woman was held at the scene and two men taken to hospital.The crash occurred two days before Rashford was handed a six-month driving ban for doing 104mph in his Rolls-Royce on the M60 in December 2023.Most read in FootballRashford in court On Wednesday, he flew with the United squad to Los Angeles for a pre-season tour.Malacia, who missed last season with injury, stayed in Manchester for fitness work.Police arrested a Mercedes driver, 55, on suspicion of drink-drivingCredit: Matthew Pover More

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      Forgotten Man Utd star, 29, joins MLS side in surprise free transfer… but will spend rest of 2024 on loan at West Brom

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      FORMER Manchester United star Paddy McNair has joined MLS side San Diego FC as a free agent – but will be shipped out on loan to West Brom until the end of 2024.The Northern Ireland international, 29, spent five years at Old Trafford after coming through the youth ranks before leaving in 2016.Former United star Paddy McNair has joined San Diego FC in a surprise free transferCredit: Instagram / @sandiegofcMcNair made his Old Trafford debut in 2014Credit: PA:Press AssociationMcNair joined United’s academy at age 14, where he was converted from a midfielder to a defender by youth coach Paul McGuinness.But he was limited to 27 first team appearances before being snapped up by Sunderland, then managed by former United supremo David Moyes. McNair subsequently joined Middlesbrough for £5m in 2018, where he won the club’s Player of the Year award in 2021.But now he has ditched English football to head stateside.READ MORE ON THE OLYMPICSMcNair signed a free three-year deal with San Diego following the end of his contract with Championship side Boro this summer. But he will be flown straight back to England after the MLS outfit agreed a six-month loan with West Brom.Part of the reason behind the short loan is because the club are waiting on the receipt of his International Transfer Certificate (ITC) and P-1 Visa.McNair said: “Joining San Diego FC is an exciting new chapter in my career.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”When I first heard of San Diego, I had this gut feeling of excitement to play outside of England and have a chance to play in MLS.”It’s going to be very special to be a part of history. I look forward to bringing my experience to the team and building a team San Diego can be proud of.”Watch moment rap legend Snoop Dogg dance with Paris Olympics 2024 torch through streets of city before opening ceremonyMcNair is the fifth signing in San Diego’s history, an early group of stars highlighted by former Napoli winger Hirving “Chucky” Lozano. The club was founded last May by British-Egyptian businessman and former politician Mohamed Mansour.McNair has represented his country at the U-17, U-19, U-21 and senior level and helped them qualify for their first and only Euros in 2016. More

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      I haven’t seen ANY quality from Mason Mount… it’s concerning, reveals former Man Utd star

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      A MANCHESTER UNITED legend has revealed his concern over Mason Mount and claimed he has not seen ANY quality from him.The 25-year-old joined the Red Devils last summer for £60m from Chelsea but endured a disappointing first season at Old Trafford.Mason Mount touched down in LA yesterday for Man Utd’s tourCredit: GettyLouis Saha says the pressure is on him as he’s not seen any quality for the starCredit: GettyHe suffered a calf strain in November that ruled him out for four months and his lack of form also ensured he missed out on the England squad for Euro 2024.Mount made just 20 appearances last term and scored once but he knows that the pressure is on him this term.New United signing Leny Yoro made a great first impression following his £52million arrival from Lille last week against Glasgow Rangers.The French defender, 18, is United’s second signing under Sir Jim Ratcliffe after Dutch forward Joshua Zirkzee arrived from Bologna for £36.5m.READ MORE ON MAN UTDNow boss Erik ten Hag is looking to add another Netherlands international to his ranks as he plots a swoop for PSG star Xavi Simons – which could be bad news for Mount.However, ex-Red Devils striker Louis Saha, 45, thinks that could actually be a good thing as he claimed that he had not seen any quality from last summer’s big-money buy.Saha, who was speaking to Paddy Power, said: “I know that Mason Mount has the potential to make us all forget about this horrific season, but it may be healthy to have competition.“Xavi Simons has been playing at the highest level, scoring and assisting, which is something we missed last year.Most read in FootballOLYMPICS FREE BETS – SIGN UP OFFERS AND DEAL FOR PARIS 2024“Mason Mount was missing games through injury last year, but in some of the games he did play, he didn’t show quality or courage, and his performances were not good enough.”Away from the pitch, Mount cut ties with a stunning former McDonalds worker after they were spotted on dates recently.Man Utd star Mason Mount tipped for stunning career change after Alan Shearer describes him as ‘perfect’But on it, Saha believes that the spotlight will be firmly on the 36-capped England international Mount this term.He added: “He is under pressure – it’s totally normal given his quality and the price tag, and the stature that he has.“We’re expecting much more, and I hope he can find a solution – other than a few glimpses in pre-season, I haven’t seen any quality from him.“It’s concerning, and he has to accept that Manchester United need someone who creates way more chances for the forwards.“Last season, Bruno Fernandes was the only person doing that consistently, and that’s not what we need.”Mount is currently in America on tour with United and is set to face Arsenal on Sunday with the all-Premier League showdown taking place at LA’s SoFi Stadium.That will be followed by a friendly against Real Betis at the Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego, California on August 1.United finish the trip to America with a match against rivals Liverpool at the Williams–Brice Stadium in Columbia, South Carolina.READ MORE SUN STORIESThey began their pre-season with a 1-0 defeat at Rosenborg, after which the manager slammed his team’s performance.That was followed by a 2-0 victory over Rangers at Murrayfield on Saturday. More

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      Rangers ‘in advanced talks to sign Man Utd wonderkid in stunning loan deal’

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      RANGERS face a two-way race with FC Copenhagen to sign Manchester United academy star Hannibal Mejbri, according to a report.Philippe Clement was granted a closer look at the midfielder when United defeated the Gers at Murrayfield last week.Hannibal could swap Carrington for Copenhagen, or MilngavieCredit: GettyThe Tunisian midfielder came up against Gers last weekCredit: SNSErik Ten Hag and Philippe Clement had a pre-match chat but could arrange a deal in their next conversationCredit: Willie VassAnd the 21-time capped Tunisian international played the second half of the glamour game.Rangers are already closing in on a deal with Wolfsburg to bring winger Vaclav Cerny on loan, but have also been linked with a move for Sevilla midfielder Joan Jordan.Fellow middle man Hannibal also spent the second half of last season in Seville – playing six times in La Liga.That deal included a £17m option to buy – but the Spaniards have not taken up United on their offer.Erik Ten Hag is believed to be keen to move several players on this summer – and interest is high in Scotland utility man Scott McTominay.But Hannibal could also be among them according to reports in Africa – though FC Copenhagen are also keen.Africafoot claims Clement has made Hannibal ‘a priority’ for his Gers side.Rangers are playing catch-up in the race for the 21-year-old with Copenhagen already said to have held talks with the Red Devils last week – but it’s claimed Hannibal is not keen on a move to Denmark.Most read in FootballThat could benefit Gers just a few hours up the road from his current base in England.His current United contract has a year to run, and was extended by Ten Hag in January before his move to Sevilla.Rangers star Leon Balogun admits performance against Birmingham left him feeling ‘mad’ Rangers are expected to free up funds and squad space for new incomings with Connor Goldson on the brink of an exit to Cyprus and Todd Cantwell relegated to the B-team after submitting a transfer request.James Tavernier is also a target for Trabzonspor while Ianis Hagi could move back to old club Fiorentina.Five new players have already checked in at Ibrox, plus the return of loan winger Oscar Cortes and Mohamed Diomande’s loan deal becoming permanent this summer.But Vaclav Cerny, Hannibal and Joan Jordan have all been heavily linked to be next in line.Winger Cerny has even handed back his company car to Wolsburg in anticipation of his exit. More

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      West Ham ‘AGREE transfer for Man Utd target Noussair Mazraoui but Red Devils still in race for Bayern Munich star’

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      WEST HAM have agreed a deal to sign Noussair Mazraoui from Bayern Munich, according to reports.The clubs have agreed on a fee that could rise to £16.4million.West Ham have agreed a deal to sign MazraouiCredit: GettySky Sports Germany report that West Ham also have an agreement in principle with Mazraoui on personal terms.They say that financial details on terms of the deal still need to be agreed before the deal can be finalised.Manchester United’s interest in Mazraoui has been well reported.But they would need to sell Aaron Wan-Bissaka before they could bring in the Bayern right-back.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLWest Ham were one of the teams linked with Wan-Bissaka but appear to have cut out the middle man and gone straight for United’s target.Sky Germany report that West Ham now lead Man Utd in the race for Mazraoui.Bayern signed Mazraoui from Ajax in 2022 on a four-year deal.He has played 55 times for the club in various positions – although he has largely been kept out of the team by Joshua Kimmich.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSWest Ham have signed three players so far this summer.Wes Foderingham arrived from Sheffield United on a free transfer as well as Luis Guilherme on a £25m deal from Palmeiras.Check out the stats for the £59m midfielder Man Utd have agreed personal terms withMax Kilman also arrived from Wolves in a £40m transfer earlier this month. More

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      Inside Man Utd’s marginal gains on pre-season tour with stars given special sleep and meal windows & told when to drink

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are going to extraordinary lengths to ensure they get their players’ best performances on their tour of the USA.Sir David Brailsford always emphasised the search for marginal gains in his successful time as the head of British cycling.New signing Leny Yoro touches down in CaliforniaCredit: GettyVictor Lindelof is facing increased competition this seasonCredit: GettyAmad Diallo will hope to continue his riseCredit: GettyChristian Eriksen looks in high spirits on the planeCredit: GettyCasemiro did not end the season wellCredit: GettyAs United new part owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s right hand man, he is bringing that into Old Trafford – even if it is just to offset jet lag from a 12 hour flight from Manchester to Los Angeles.The team play their first game of the tour on Saturday against Arsenal and have been put on a strict regime to ensure the travel does not affect their performance at the SoFi Stadium, which will be a 70,000 sell-out.It includes:Each player being given a plan with designated sleep and meal windows.Bespoke meals have been designed by the performance chef and nutrition team.Players have been given a hydration plan to avoid any risk of dehydration and individually tailored compression garments to increase blood circulation.Training has been specifically scheduled to support players to shift their body clocks with considerations made around exposure to light at the right time of day.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSDuring his time in charge of British cycling, Brailsford made it clear how important it was to leave no stone unturned in the pursuit of being the best.Back in 2015 he said: “We were precise about food preparation. We brought our own mattresses and pillows so our athletes could sleep in the same posture every night. “We searched for small improvements everywhere and found countless opportunities. “Taken together, we felt they gave us a competitive advantage.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSRatcliffe and Brailsford have already undergone a full review of how United is run which is leading to 250 redundancies at the club.They are making major improvements to the training ground, and work is also taking place on Old Trafford, including a new-look tunnel for the players to run out from at the corner of the Sir Bobby Charlton and Stretford End stands.Check out the stats for the £59m midfielder Man Utd have agreed personal terms withUnited are in a panic over their full-back situation with less than a month to go to the start of the new season.The club have flown out to Los Angeles without Luke Shaw, Diogo Dalot and Tyrell Malacia.And while Aaron Wan-Bissaka is there, United are actively trying to sell him.Shaw and Dalot are having extended breaks after taking part in the Euros.However, there are concerns over Shaw’s long-term fitness.Antony needs a big pre-season to earn a first-team spotCredit: GettyRasmus Hojlund and Scott McTominay enjoy the flightCredit: GettyMason Mount needs to put his injury woes behind himCredit: GettyMan Utd pre-season tour squad in fullGoalkeepers: Tom Heaton, Demot Mee, Andre Onana, Radek Vitek.Defenders: Harry Amass, Rhys Bennett, Jonny Evans,Will Fish, Victor Lindelof, Harry Maguire, Sam Murray, Aaron Wan-Bissaka,Leny Yoro.Midfielders: Casemiro, Toby Collyer, Christian Eriksen, Hannibal, Jack Fletcher, Sam Mather, Scott McTominay, Mason Mount, Maxi Oyedele, James Scanlon.Forwards: Antony, Amad, Rasmus Hojlund, Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho, Ethan Wheatley.Reported injured: Tyrell MalaciaLeft out: Joshua Zirkzee, Altay Bayindir, Diogo Dalot, Bruno Fernandes, Alejandro Garnacho, Kobbie Mainoo, Lisandro Martinez, Facundo Pellistri and Luke Shaw.He played in the latter stages of the Euros for England but that was his first taste of football since February.Dalot was one of the club’s most consistent performers last season.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd as it stands, he will begin the season on the right with Shaw on the left.But there is no recognised back-up on either side with the club trying to sell Wan-Bissaka, who is in the final year of his contract.  More

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      Man Utd fans convinced they’re going ‘back to Sir Alex Ferguson days again’ after spotting Old Trafford tweak

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans are convinced they’re “going back to Sir Alex Ferguson days again” after spotting a tweak to Old Trafford’s tunnel design.New owners INEOS have made developing their stadium a priority.Manchester United’s tunnel has undergone a makeoverCredit: XOld Trafford was beset by problems last yearCredit: PAOld Trafford’s tunnel has looked bare bones in the pastCredit: GettyWhile re-developing Old Trafford is a possibility, Sir Jim Ratcliffe has been open about the fact that a new stadium could need to be created and dubbed it “The Wembley of the North”.Ratcliffe would like a new stadium to see an increase in capacity from the current 74,000 to 100,000.That’s because Old Trafford, while iconic, has been beset by problems in recent years.Heavy rainfall during games last year exposed just how much the stadium roof would leak when the area was hit by rain.READ MORE ON MAN UTDIn the meantime, INEOS have decided to modernise parts of Old Trafford.A new video on social media shows the tunnel that players walk out of in the Stretford end has undergone a makeover.It shows that strip lights have been installed in the tunnel, creating a luxury look.Strip lights have also been added around the door frame to the players’ dressing room.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFans reacting on X delighted in the re-design.One fan said: “I cannot explain it but it is the small things like this that will make INEOS extremely successful at Man United and take us back to the Sir Alex Ferguson days again.”Manchester United away changing room leakingAnother said: “No but this looks stunning.”A third said: “INEOS effect”But not all fans were prepared to buy into the lighting transformation, with one fan saying: “Is that it? Some LED lights? 😭 must be something to do with the budget? 💀”United will kick-off their pre-season tour of the US on Saturday when they take on Arsenal in California.They’ll then take on Real Betis in San Diego before facing Liverpool in South Carolina. More

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      David de Gea, 33, ‘ready to rejoin Man Utd when Erik ten Hag leaves with major update on future expected this week’

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      DAVID DE GEA was ready to re-join Manchester United if Erik ten Hag left, but is now set to join another club, according to reports.The Spanish goalkeeper is gearing up for a return to the pitch after taking a year-long break in the wake of his United release last summer.David de Gea said he was ready to rejoin Man Utd when Erik ten Hag leavesCredit: AFPThe shot-stopper left Old Trafford when his contract expired after the 2022/23 campaign, bringing to an end a 12-year stay at Old Trafford.De Gea – a United and Premier League icon – didn’t receive the send-off he deserved as his future wasn’t clear while the season was ongoing.The Spaniard was upset with those he held responsible for his departure.Namely manager Erik ten Hag and the club’s then-football director John Murtough.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSDe Gea even told his inner circle that he would be happy to return to United if those two figures were no longer there, according to The Athletic.But Ten Hag will remain manager for a third season after INEOS concluded their month-long search for potential successors.Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s group oversaw the exit of Murtough, who has since been replaced by Newcastle United’s sporting director, Dan Ashworth.Murtough is one of several high-ranking executives to have departed Old Trafford, including chief executive Richard Arnold.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSOmar Berrada left Manchester City to replace Arnold, while Jason Wilcox has been appointed technical director and Christopher Vivell is United’s new director of global talent.While De Gea is set to announce his new club shortly, he is highly unlikely to return to Old Trafford even after Murtough’s exit.Ex-Man Utd star David De Gea shows he’s still got it and hints at transfer as fans say he ‘could have saved the Titanic’ He trains three to four times a week with a goalkeeping coach recommended by Richard Hartis, who held that role at United until last week.The Spaniard teased an announcement on Saturday when he tweeted an hourglass emoji, although there was no more information on the social media post.De Gea has a string of options available to him, including clubs in Saudi Arabia, America and Italy, reports The Athletic.His preferred option in the United States would be on the West Coast, but there is a chance he will stay in Europe. De Gea made 545 appearances for United, placing him seventh on their all-time list. More

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      Man Utd’s iconic Class of ’92 snap up Liverpool’s youngest ever goalscorer as wonderkid looks to revitalise his career

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      FORMER Liverpool midfielder Ben Woodburn, the youngest goalscorer in the club’s history, has joined League Two club Salford.Woodburn scored on his second Reds appearance against Leeds aged 17 years and 45 days in 2016 but left Anfield in 2022.Ben Woodburn was the youngest goalscorer in Liverpool’s historyCredit: GettyHe has has now joined Salford – a team owned by stars from Liverpool’s fiercest rivalsCredit: GettyWoodburn celebrates making history with his former Liverpool team-matesCredit: PA:Press AssociationHe was unable to earn consistent first-team football and went out on four loans before being let go.And now the 24-year-old has joined Salford – a team jointly-owned by Manchester United’s legendary Class of ’92.Woodburn signed a two-year deal with Salford after being released from Preston North End following 63 appearances this summer.He will be reunited with Salford boss Karl Robinson – who managed him during his loan spell at Oxford.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSWoodburn said: “Obviously, I have a bit of a connection as I played under the gaffer at Oxford, me and him got on really well.”It was a bit of a pull to come here. I really enjoyed my time under Karl, it was a shame it got cut short with an injury that I had.”But, I am just really excited to get back playing under him.”“Most teams that I have been at, we’ve been pushing for the top end of the table, so hopefully we can do that here and get Salford back where they should be, near the top of the table.”Most read in EFLBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe Ammies, co-owned by Gary Neville and other members of United’s famed Class of ’92, appointed Robinson in January.Woodburn has managed 11 caps for Wales though the last of those came in 2021. Manchester United’s top transfer targetsIt has been a busy summer for Salford, who have already added to their ranks the likes of James Chester – a former United star – and Cole Stockton. Woodburn’s Liverpool careerHe joined Liverpool’s under-7s where he steadily progressed through the youth ranks.When he was 15 years old, Woodburn left his school, and was fast-tracked from Liverpool’s under-16s to the under-18s where his rapid development saw him included in Liverpool’s “Futures Group”.Having impressed first-team manager Jurgen Klopp, Woodburn was handed his non-competitive debut during the 2016–17 pre-season in a 1–0 win over Tranmere Rovers.He came off the bench in Liverpool’s next match to score one and assist another for Roberto Firmino in a 5–0 friendly win over Fleetwood Town.Woodburn then, along with Kevin Stewart and fellow academy graduate Trent Alexander-Arnold, signed his first professional contract with Liverpool in November 2016.He became Liverpool’s youngest goalscorer when he came off the bench to score in an EFL Cup quarter-final win over Leeds United, bettering Michael Owen’s record by 98 days.Woodburn joined Sheffield United, Oxford, and Blackpool on loan after leaving Anfield two years agoCredit: Getty – Contributor More