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      Man Utd ace Marcus Rashford grows close to Colombian model after they’re seen cosying up in VIP area of trendy nightclub

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      OUT-of-form Manchester United star Marcus Rashford is having more luck at international level — growing close to Colombia-born model Erica Correa.They were seen cosying up in the VIP section of a trendy nightclub before leaving together through a rear door.Marcus Rashford is growing close to Colombia-born model Erica CorreaCredit: www.instagram.com/ericacorrrea/Marcus looked like the cat that got the cream on Erica’s arm, a source revealedCredit: RexThe pair were spotted on Sunday giggling over drinks at Blvd ManchesterCredit: FacebookA source said: “Whatever his form on the pitch, off of it ­Marcus is delivering the goods.“He looked like the cat that got the cream on Erica’s arm. They were having a ball.“Marcus and Erica were tactile and clearly enjoying each other’s company.”Fans speculated on social media that Rashford, 26, lost his “lucky charm” when he split from fiancée Lucia Loi after rumours of a brief reconciliation in November. They had been together for ten years.READ MORE ON MARCUS RASHFORDHis lack of goals for the Red Devils appears to have left him fighting for his place in the England squad for this summer’s Euros in Germany.But supporters will hope 29-year-old Erica gets him heading in the right direction.They were spotted on Sunday giggling over drinks at Blvd Manchester. Security guards escorted them upstairs to a VIP area for an r’n’b night.Other models at the Slow Jam Soiree included sisters Poppy and Georgia Bayliss, and Emma Milton.Most read in FootballBut pals said Rashford was only interested in ­chatting to Erica. And, at one stage, the ace’s entourage surrounded the pair as they shared a discreet conversation.Erica moved to Liverpool when she was five. She was scouted by a model agency boss while shopping in the city centre and at 13 was asked to walk in a fashion show at Liverpool Cathedral.Retired Man Utd ace says he’d ‘love to see Marcus Rashford in a better team’ as tells club ‘you need to help him’She later recalled: “I fell in love with the experience and there was no going back.”Her modelling job has led to her living in India, Greece, Italy and the US.She has appeared in glossy mags including GQ, Harper’s Bazaar, Grazia, Women’s Health and Elle as well as in a music video for singer Tom Grennan.A spokeswoman for Rashford confirmed he was at the nightclub — eating pizza with pals.Marcus and Erica, pictured, were tactile and clearly enjoying each other’s company, an insider revealedCredit: www.instagram.com/ericacorrrea/Erica’s modelling job has led to her living in India, Greece, Italy and the USCredit: www.instagram.com/ericacorrrea/Fans speculated on social media that Rashford lost his ‘lucky charm’ when he split from fiancée Lucia LoiCredit: Getty More

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      Erik ten Hag is ‘doing his best to become available’ after woeful Man Utd performances, says ex-Premier League star

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      RAFAEL VAN DER VAART took a surprise shot at Erik ten Hag on Dutch television yesterday when he said the manager “Is doing his best to become available”.It came as former Real Madrid and Spurs star Van der Vaart discussed Ajax’s managerial options with former Barcelona and Stoke winger Ibrahim Afellay.Van der Vaart joked that Erik ten Hag is ‘trying his best’ to become availableCredit: XAfellay suggested Ten Hag could be a good option for AjaxCredit: XIt comes after reports that Ajax may be interested in bringing back their old coachCredit: GettyAjax have had a disastrous season and find themselves fifth in the Dutch league.When discussing how to rectify the club’s situation, Afellay said: “Ajax need to give the club back in the hands of trusted people. “If they just wait a little longer, there is a big chance Erik ten Hag will become available.”Van der Vaart then cheekily added: “Well, Erik ten Hag himself is doing his best too to become available.”READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe comment comes as Ten Hag finds himself coming under increasing pressure at United.His position has been insecure since Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s investment in Manchester United, with Ratcliffe refusing to publicly back Ten Hag.Van der Vaart had an excellent spell in the Premier League with TottenhamCredit: GettyWhile Afellay had a spell at StokeCredit: Jamie McPhilimey – The SunCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSaturday’s 1-1 draw with relegation battlers Burnley leaves United in sixth, one point ahead of Newcastle with the two teams still to play each other.Should they be overhauled by the Geordies, United will be facing Europa Conference League qualification at best through the league.Most read in FootballErik ten Hag hits back with message to fans and ‘forgetful’ Man Utd icons after being booed for substitutions v BurnleyThey could still secure a Europa League spot if they win the FA Cup, but even reaching the final of that competition was achieved in embarrassing fashion.The club gave away a three goal lead to Championship Coventry in the semi-final and needed penalties to reach the final.Dutch reports claim that Erik ten Hag is Ajax’s top target should he leave United at the end of this season.Ten Hag had a wildly successful spell in charge in Amsterdam between 2017 and 2022 where he won the Dutch league three times and reached the Champions League semi-final in 2019.It comes as United are reportedly considering both England boss Gareth Southgate and former Chelsea boss Graham Potter should the club part ways with Ten Hag at the end of the season.Pundits verdict on Ten Hag’s futureWhere do the pundits stand on Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United future
      Jamie Carragher – Sacked
      “I don’t see how Erik ten Hag stays. It’s just performance after performance.”
      Gary Neville – Stay if he wins the FA Cup
      “To sack a manager who’s won two trophies in his first two seasons at the club I think would be extreme.”
      Louis Saha – On the fence
      “I don’t see it as clearly but they need changes from the players but they need changes from him as well.”
      Alan Shearer – Sacked
      “I believe the future of the Man Utd manager is already determined. Even if they win the FA Cup I think he’s gone.” More

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      Man Utd captain Bruno Fernandes drops big hint he could QUIT this summer in shock TV interview

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      BRUNO FERNANDES has stunned Manchester United by hinting that he could quit Old Trafford this summer.The Red Devils captain says he needs to feel ‘wanted’ by United after a disappointing season.Bruno Fernandes said he will consider his future after the EurosThe Man Utd skipper has appeared frustrated at times this seasonCredit: GettyFernandes, 29, is in his fifth season with the club after joining from Sporting Lisbon.The Portuguese international has been the most successful buy in the period since Sir Alex Ferguson retired.But in a shock interview with DAZN Portugal it was clear that his heart is no longer fully in the club and he could walk away after the Euros.Fernandes said: “Obviously, it doesn’t just depend on me, does it?READ MORE ON MAN UTD”A player always has to want to be here, but at the same time, you have to want him to stay. At the moment, I feel there’s that on both sides.“I’m not thinking too much about the future, not least because, obviously, this season hasn’t been at the level I’d hoped for, either individually or collectively, so far.’So, if you want me to be very honest, if I have to think about not continuing in the Premier League, it won’t be until after the Euros because nothing will be able to take my focus away from the FA Cup final and the Euros, as there’s nothing more important than that at the moment.”Fernandes joined United in January 2020 in a transfer costing an initial £47million rising to £68million.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe has a contract until 2025-26 with the option on the club’s part to extend that by a further season.He agreed to a new deal extending his stay at the United back in April 2022 but only after assurances from then Director of Football John Murtough that the club was going in the right direction.Roy Keane lays into Man Utd for ‘unforgivable’ act that ‘keeps you awake at night’Pundits verdict on Ten Hag’s futureWhere do the pundits stand on Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United future
      Jamie Carragher – Sacked
      “I don’t see how Erik ten Hag stays. It’s just performance after performance.”
      Gary Neville – Stay if he wins the FA Cup
      “To sack a manager who’s won two trophies in his first two seasons at the club I think would be extreme.”
      Louis Saha – On the fence
      “I don’t see it as clearly but they need changes from the players but they need changes from him as well.”
      Alan Shearer – Sacked
      “I believe the future of the Man Utd manager is already determined. Even if they win the FA Cup I think he’s gone.”

      Murtough has now left and Sir Jim Ratcliffe is in charge of footballer operations at the club after acquiring 27.7 per cent of the club.Fernandes has been a hit in his time at United despite only lifting one trophy with the Carabao Cup last season.This season alone he has contributed 15 goals in 45 appearances and assisted a further 11.In all in the Premier League the attacking midfielder has 54 goals and 40 assists in his time with United.While the club has suffered a catalogue of injuries this season Fernandes is barely ever in the treatment room.A player always has to want to be here, but at the same time, you have to want him to stay. Bruno FernandesHe was given the captaincy last summer after it was taken off Harry Maguire, who looked to be on his way to West Ham after falling out of favour with manager Erik ten Hag.His departure would be a huge disappointment to the fans on the back of a poor season that has seen United fail to reach the top four.They also went out of the Champions League at the group stage and relinquished their hold on the Carabao Cup with a 3-0 home defeat to Newcastle, the side they beat in last years final, back in November.READ MORE SUN STORIESTheir only remaining hope of salvaging something from the season comes with the FA Cup.They meet Manchester City in a repeat of last season’s final, which they lost 2-1, on May 25th at Wembley.Man Utd are ‘dynamic and entertaining’… but not in a good way, says Dave KiddBy Dave Kidd
      MUCH guffawing when Erik ten Hag proclaimed his Manchester United side as “one of the most dynamic and entertaining teams” in the Premier League after a 1-1 home draw with Burnley.
      But I agree with him.
      This season I’ve watched live as United beat Liverpool and Wolves 4-3, drew 3-3 with Coventry and Galatasaray and lost 4-3 at Bayern Munich and Copenhagen.
      I also watched on telly as they were beaten 4-3 at Chelsea.
      As a neutral, I can’t remember seeing any team involved in quite so many mental matches during the course of one season.
      The problem is Ten Hag isn’t there to produce chaotic entertainment for the likes of me, he’s there to make Manchester United successful and make their fans happy — which is an entirely different metric.
      Read Dave Kidd’s full column here
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      Jadon Sancho’s net worth soared at Man Utd with star banking seven-figure fortune before Ten Hag fallout

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      JADON SANCHO kept coining it in – even as his stock started to fall at Manchester United.Latest figures reveal Sancho, currently on loan at Borussia Dortmund, saw his off-field fortune grow by nearly £1.5m.Jadon Sancho was a winner off the pitch despite a difficult season at Manchester UnitedCredit: AlamyThe former England winger has a company called Jadon Sancho Management to look after his commercial interests.According to documents filed at Companies House, the firm had net assets of £5,666,632 on June 30 2023, up from £4,117,160 a year earlier.The headline figure is the total assets and debts due to the company, minus the sums owed to its creditors.Intriguingly, the person who owes the company the most money is Sancho himself.READ MORE ON MAN UTDThe accounts reveal that at the end of the reporting period, sole director Sancho had borrowed £5,774,339 for unspecified purposes, but probably separate investments.Sancho had a tough time last season. He spent a few weeks away from United in the middle of the campaign to deal with physical and mental health issues.And the 24-year-old rarely found the kind of form that persuaded United to spend £73m on him back in 2021.Any hopes of a fresh start in this campaign were dashed by a high profile row with boss Erik ten Hag.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAfter the Dutchman claimed Sancho had been dropped for September’s trip to Arsenal because of poor performances in training, the winger took to social media to brand the explanation “completely untrue”.Ten Hag took a hardline stance on the public show of dissent and banished Sancho to train on his own.Ten Hag claims there were ‘issues’ with Jadon Sancho BEFORE boss arrived at Man Utd and ‘all the way through’Anti-social media – Sancho’s Man Utd exitJADON Sancho’s third season at Manchester United was over before it had really begun.

      The £73m winger had made just three substitute appearances for United before he and boss Erik ten Hag had a very public row.
      The United boss was reportedly unimpressed by Sancho’s efforts when he was in a second-string side on the training ground which was supposed to play like Arsenal against the Dutchman’s likely starting 11.
      The former England star was subsequently left out of the United squad completely for the September 3 trip to the Emirates.
      After the 3-1 defeat by the Gunners, Ten Hag had said of Sancho: “On his performance in training, we didn’t select him. You have to reach the level every day at Manchester United.”
      Sancho hit back on Instagram, saying: “I will not allow people saying things that is completely untrue.
      “I have conducted myself in training very well this week. I believe ther are other reasons for this mateter that I won’t go into.
      “I’ve been a scapegoat for a long time which isn’t fair!”
      When Sancho refused to apologise, he was banished to train on his own and was farmed out on loan to Borussia Dortmund in January.
      And even when praising Sancho for his display for the German side against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League quarter finals, Ten Hag hardly opened the door to an Old Trafford redemption.
      When asked if anything had changed, the Dutchman said: “No, but we know Jadon Sancho is a fantastic football player, so that is not a surprise for us.
      “That is not the issue.” The question now is who will remain on United’s books for longer – Sancho or Ten Hag?

      In January, Sancho rejoined former club Borussia Dortmund on loan and is thriving back in Germany.He has started 10 of Dortmund’s 13 Bundesliga games, scoring twice, and all their ties in the knockout stages of the Champions League in their progress to the semi-finals. More

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      Man Utd fans devastated by ‘one of the worst jerseys ever seen’ as away kit ‘leaked’ for 2024/25 season

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans have been left devastated after their new away kit was supposedly “leaked” online.Erik ten Hag’s side have provided little for their supporters to cheer about on the pitch this term.Man Utd’s new away kit has allegedly been leakedCredit: Jersey ReviewFans soon took to X to vent their anger at the designCredit: Jersey ReviewAnd they were even embarrassed when reaching the FA Cup Final with Man City after they survived blowing a three-goal lead to Coventry before beating them on penalties.They failed to retain the Carabao Cup while the Red Devils were also dumped out of the Champions League at the group stages.And their Premier League form has left little to get excited about.Saturday’s dismal 1-1 draw at home to Burnley left them sixth in the table with just four matches left to secure European football.READ MORE ON MAN UTDThe dire campaign has piled pressure on Ten Hag, who is wanted back at old club Ajax, after Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s purchase of 25 per cent in the club.However, while the future of the manager remains up in the air, an Instagram account called “jerseyreview” has “leaked” what those players still at United next term will allegedly be wearing in away games.The all-blue Adidas number, which has new sponsor Snapdragon on the front, looks incredibly similar to England’s cricket jersey.And it did not take long for United’s followers to give their damning verdict on the new design on social media after the alleged “leak”.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“This could easily be one of the worst jerseys I have ever seen,” replied one stunned fan.Another claimed that it “looks like a cricket kit” while it was also branded “awful”.Under-fire Man Utd manager Erik ten Hag slammed for ‘writing off NEXT SEASON’ after admitting how far Reds are off top 3A fellow supporter said: “Team about to drop several stinkers in this shirt.”A fifth wrote: “This looks like we gan get major Ls wearing this.”A sixth asked if they were “taking the p***?”Another declared that it was a “true stinker”.An eighth wrote: “That is a disgusting design.”A ninth asked: “Wtf is this ??”While a tenth stated that it was simply “garbage”.Some United fans slammed the ‘awful’ design and said it looked like a ‘cricket’ topCredit: Jersey Review More

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      Mason Greenwood wanted in Juventus transfer after setting new career record but Man Utd ‘haven’t ruled out shock return’

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      JUVENTUS are interested in signing Mason Greenwood from Manchester United, according to reports.The forward, 22, has spent this season on loan at Getafe in LaLiga.Mason Greenwood has played 28 times in LaLiga for GetafeCredit: GettyGreenwood has not played for Man Utd since January 2022, following charges of attempted rape, controlling and coercive behaviour and assault – which were subsequently dropped in February 2023.The United academy graduate was loaned out last summer, but will still have a year remaining on his contract come the end of the season.Ineos, who bought a 27.7 per cent stake in the Red Devils earlier this season, have not ruled out bringing Greenwood back into the fold at Old Trafford next term.But the feeling is that United chiefs would like to cash in on Greenwood this summer, if they feel they receive a fair price.READ MORE ON MAN UTDAccording to The Times, Juventus want to sign Greenwood this summer.The Italian side have had another poor season by their lofty standards, sitting third in Serie A – 24 points behind leaders Inter Milan.Juve are the latest potential suitor to emerge, with Barcelona and Atletico Madrid both having been linked.Getafe, meanwhile, would love to keep Greenwood around next season.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAhead of their match with Almeria at the weekend, manager Jose Bordalas said of Greenwood’s future: “We haven’t spoken about it yet. He’s in the same situation as the other loanees.”When the season is over, it will be time to get down to work to see if Mason will be able to stay another year or not.Star Mason Greenwood believes returning to Manchester United could solve his parents’ marriage problems”It will depend on his club and the decision he makes.”Greenwood reached a new career milestone in Getafe’s 3-1 win over Almeria on Saturday.He scored twice and laid on an another for Jaime Mata, taking his LaLiga tally to eight goals and six assists in 28 appearances.This marks his best combined tally in a season – previously achieved in the 2019-20 campaign, when he scored 10 goals and assisted once in the Premier League. More

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      Former Man Utd wonderkid who came through under Sir Alex Ferguson wakes up unemployed aged 28

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      FORMER Manchester United academy prospect James Wilson has woken up unemployed after being released by Port Vale.The 28-year-old forward came through the club’s academy while Sir Allex Ferguson was in charge.James Wilson scored twice on his Man Utd debut against Hull City in 2014Credit: News Group Newspapers LtdThe striker has now been released by Port Vale after suffering League One relegationCredit: GettyHe was then tipped by another ex Old Trafford boss Louis van Gaal as a potential replacement for both Wayne Rooney and Robin van Persie.That was after Ryan Giggs had already handed him his full debut as interim boss following David Moyes’ departure in 2014.Wilson scored twice in that game against Hull City with Giggs saying: “He is a natural goalscorer but he has got more to his game than that.“He can run at people, he has got pace and he is a clever player.”READ MORE ON MAN UTDUnfortunately, the ex-England U21 international did not live up to those expectations as he left the club after four goals in 20 appearances.He had enjoyed loan spells at Brighton, Derby and Sheffield United, but it was Aberdeen who made it permanent to bring him to Scotland.However, he struggled to discover his form after heading north of the border and failed to score in 16 games.That led to him returning to Manchester to sign for Salford City, owned by Giggs and United’s Class of ‘92 stars, in January 2020.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWilson found the net ten times for them, leading to Port Vale snapping him up in the summer of 2021 on a two-year contract.He repaid that faith by helping them to promotion with a goal in their League Two play-off final win over Mansfield in 2022.Ryan Giggs talks about former Man Utd striker James Wilson But after netting just three goals last term, Vale announced that they had released him.After failing to secure a new club, he returned to the Valiants for pre-season training and his performances earned him a new six-month contract.Wilson scored on his first two starts but was sidelined in October with a calf injury.He was given an extension to his package until the end of the season but suffered another injury in March.That ruled him out of action for Darren Moore’s side for the remainder of the campaign, with the club now revealing that he has been released along with several others following relegation to League Two.Vale have also let Jayson Leutwiler and Gavin Massey depart.Ex-Canada international goalkeeper Leutwiler, 35, joined on a one-year contract from Oldham Athletic last summer but has not made a single appearance in the third tier.Winger Massey, 31, signed after Vale’s promotion, producing three goals and four assists in 81 league appearances, but is now on the lookout for a new team. More

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      Erik ten Hag wanted by Ajax as Dutch giants plot sensational return for under-fire boss if he is sacked by Man Utd

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      ERIK TEN HAG could be set for a sensational return to Ajax after the Dutch giants made him their top boss target.The Manchester United boss, 54, is coming under increasing pressure at Old Trafford after a dismal second season at the helm.Erik ten Hag could be sacked by Manchester United at the end of the seasonCredit: GettyHe enjoyed great success during his first stint as Ajax bossCredit: GettyHis side sit sixth in the Premier League table and it is now mathematically impossible for them to get Champions League football next season.United are into the final of the FA Cup where they will play Manchester City for a second successive season.However, they spurned a three-goal lead to Championship outfit Coventry in the semi-final, before sparing further blushes by winning on penalties.And just one win in six Premier League games has added further uncertainty surrounding Ten Hag’s future at the club.READ MORE ON MAN UTDThe Dutchman was booed by frustrated United fans during the 1-1 draw with 19th-placed Burnley at the weekend. But Ten Hag’s stock remains high in his homeland – with Ajax waiting in the wings to bring him back.Ten Hag enjoyed a superb four-and-a-half-year spell with the Eredivisie giants between 2017 and 2022.He won three league titles, two Dutch Cups, and led them to the Champions League semi-finals before they were beaten on away goals by Tottenham in a remarkable tie.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSPundits verdict on Ten Hag’s futureWhere do the pundits stand on Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United future
      Jamie Carragher – Sacked
      “I don’t see how Erik ten Hag stays. It’s just performance after performance.”
      Gary Neville – Stay if he wins the FA Cup
      “To sack a manager who’s won two trophies in his first two seasons at the club I think would be extreme.”
      Louis Saha – On the fence
      “I don’t see it as clearly but they need changes from the players but they need changes from him as well.”
      Alan Shearer – Sacked
      “I believe the future of the Man Utd manager is already determined. Even if they win the FA Cup I think he’s gone.”

      But Ajax are aware Ten Hag would be reluctant to walk away from Man Utd, so they are reliant on him being sacked.And there are fears in Amsterdam that Ten Hag may prefer a move to a more illustrious league, should he receive any offers.Who could be Man Utd’s next manager after Ten Hag?Ex-Chelsea boss Graham Potter and Nice head coach Francesco Farioli are among the other candidates being considered.John van ‘t Schip has been placed in interim charge of Ajax until the end of the season – their fifth head coach since Ten Hag’s departure less than two years ago.They missed out on Champions League qualification last season after finishing third in the Eredivisie.But the 2023/24 campaign has been even worse with the club down in fifth, 35 points adrift of league leaders PSV. More