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      Man Utd eye transfer for £55m-rated Bournemouth star but face competition from Real Madrid

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are eyeing a summer swoop for Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen.The Spain youth international, 19, has a release clause for around £55million in his contract that kicks in come July.Dean Huijsen is a summer transfer target for Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyThe Dutch-born teenager is also a target for Real MadridCredit: GettyAnd the Dutch-born teenager’s outstanding performances for the high-flying Cherries have caught the eye of Man United boss Ruben Amorim as the Portuguese coach plots his summer transfer moves.But they are not alone, with Real Madrid, the Premier League’s top sides and Germany’s big clubs also interested in Huijsen as he matures under boss Andoni Iraola at Vitality Stadium.Amorim may be without centre half Lisandro Martinez until the autumn as the Argentine has a cruciate ligament injury.Victor Lindelof is out of contract at the end of the season.READ MORE ON MAN UTDDefenders Matthijs de Ligt and Leny Yoro have been criticised by Old Trafford legend Paul Scholes over their lack of quality.Huijsen cost Bournemouth just £12.6m last summer from Juventus.But he has impressed with his swift adaptation to English football and is now an integral part of a team which has achieved remarkable success this season.Bournemouth are seventh in the Premier League with a chance to qualify for European football for the first time and Huijsen is at the heart of that.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe top flight’s smallest club has also secured stunning results, beating champions Manchester City, Arsenal, Nottingham Forest, Newcastle and Amorim’s United just before Christmas.Bournemouth are aware of the mushrooming levels of interest in their player and in an ideal world would keep him. ‘He’s got a pair of b——s,’ says Rio Ferdinand as he hits back at Roy Keane’s criticism of Man Utd star GarnachoBut they are also realistic enough to know it would be difficult to turn down a mega offer this summer.Amsterdam-born Huijsen, 19, started his career in Spain and is a citizen of that country after his family moved there when he was five.He also played for Juventus but made only one appearance for them before being loaned to Serie A rivals Roma.He was then sold to Bournemouth last summer. More

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      ‘I think so’ – Real Betis CEO hints Antony’s loan transfer could be made permanent to end flop’s Man Utd nightmare

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      REAL BETIS are interested in keeping Manchester United flop Antony for an extra year.The Brazil winger — on loan at the LaLiga club for the rest of the season with no option to buy — has started well in Spain.Real Betis are interested in keeping Manchester United flop AntonyCredit: AFPAntony moved to Betis on loan from Man Utd after a series of poor performancesCredit: PAAntony, 24, struggled for game time at United and Betis chief exec Ramon Alcaron – when asked if he could stay permanently said: “Yes, I think so.“The other day the CEO of United called me.“We sent them details of the player throughout the week so they can see we’re looking after their asset.“We have very good chemistry with United and the player, who is happy here.Read More on Man Utd“It is a possibility that he will continue next season, why not?”Antony joined United in 2022 following a whopping £86million deal with Ajax.However, the winger never managed to live up to the bill as he only amassed a mere total of 12 goals and five assists in 96 appearances with Man Utd.However, the Brazil international has hit the ground running at Betis ever since his loan move last month.Most read in FootballThe forward provided an assist on his debut against Athletic Bilbao during a 2-2 draw at the Benito Villamarin.The ex-Ajax star then scored on his second match at Celta Vigo during a 3-2 loss.Paul Scholes tells Ruben Amorim Man Utd are staring relegation in the face unless they make seven new signings Antony is looking to regain his former goalscoring prowess that led to his blockbuster move to Old Trafford.The Brazilian burst onto the scene at Ajax where he registered a total of 24 goals and 22 assists in 82 appearances during a two-year stint in Amsterdam. More

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      Wayne Rooney tipped for return to management with British giants after Man Utd legend ‘puts himself out there’

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      WAYNE ROONEY has been tipped for a return to management. The Manchester United legend was sacked by Plymouth in December after just seven months in charge. Wayne Rooney has been tipped for a return to managementCredit: GettyRooney – who retired in 2021 – has also had coaching stints with Derby, DC United and Birmingham previously. And despite losing his fourth coaching job in two years, the ex-England captain has not ruled out a return to management. It comes as former Scotland midfielder Derek Ferguson backed Rooney as an outsider to replace under-fire Rangers boss Philippe Clement. And the Scottish Premiership winner even claimed Rooney could sensationally team up with Steven Gerrard in the Rangers dugout. READ MORE IN football Ferguson, 57, told Ibrox News: “I quite like the fact that Rooney has put himself out there in terms of managerial jobs, albeit it’s not worked for him. “Imagine Gerrard coming back to the club as manager and Rooney as his assistant. Something crazy like that, you know?“The likes of Gerrard and Rooney, they’re football men. The one thing they have instantly is respect with the players.“Players will listen to guys like that, who have been there and done it. So who knows? Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”It would be surreal, but nothing surprises you in football. I quite like the sound of that.”Gerrard’s first job as manager was with Rangers – from 2018-2021 – winning the league title in his final season. ‘It must be embarrassing,’ says Wayne Rooney as he opens up on seeing Marcus Rashford on visit to CarringtonHe then went to Aston Villa and most recently Al-Ettifaq in 2023 – since leaving the Saudi side in January. Rangers manager Clement is under pressure as the club sit second in the table – 13 points behind leaders Celtic.Rooney meanwhile told the Stick to Football podcast that he would open the door to a managerial return – with the right club. And he even admitted he would accept a role as assistant manager. He said: “I’d have no problem dropping into an Under-21 team or going in as a coach. “I’m still young enough to learn and develop. Just having a good group of players who were at a [good] level.”Rangers manager is under pressureCredit: GettyDerek Ferguson suggested Rooney as a contender for the Rangers job More

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      Man Utd could offload £375k a week flop Casemiro in shock transfer THIS MONTH but new club admit it’s ‘risky business’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly set to offload Casemiro in a shock transfer to Flamengo, who admit it’s “risky business.”Casemiro, 32, has fallen out of favour at United under Ruben Amorim and has featured for just 20 minutes in the last five matches.Man Utd flop Casemiro is set for a ‘risky’ move to FlamengoCredit: GettyHe currently pockets a whopping £375,000-a-week to boot, one of the biggest salaries going.And United were eager to offload Casemiro before the winter transfer window slammed shut last week.However, it remains open in some countries outside Europe.One of those is Casemiro’s native Brazil.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd reports in his homeland claim that Flamengo are set to complete a sensational loan swoop shortly.Casemiro, who began his football career at rivals Sao Paulo, is likely to jump at the chance of an exit.Antony, Marcus Rashford and Tyrell Malacia all completed loan moves away from United in the winter window.And Flamengo are even said to be ready to pay part of his mammoth annual salary.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSHowever, they reportedly understand there is a huge risk in paying out so much money due to Casemiro’s advanced years and recent decline in performances.Journalist Jorge Nicola said: “I can assure you that Flamengo investigated the player’s situation in the last few days.Man Utd fans baffled by Fred’s reaction to team-mate having object thrown at him in fiery Fenerbahce clash “The English club agreed to loan him and help with part of his salary. Filipe Luis would love to count on Casemiro.“Flamengo understands that, given all the figures, it is a very risky business.“Even though United are willing to help with most of the salary, there would still be a very high amount to be paid.” More

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      Man Utd fans baffled by Fred’s reaction to team-mate having object thrown at him in fiery Fenerbahce clash

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans were left gobsmacked by Fred’s reaction to his Fenerbahce team-mate having an object thrown at him.Anderson Talisca was pelted by a bottle in the first half of Fenerbahce’s trip to Alanyaspor after doubling the Super Lig side’s lead.Fenerbahce star Anderson Talisca wa shit by a water bottle during their trip to AlanyasporCredit: GettyEx-Manchester United midfielder Fred appeared to goad the louts who threw objects seconds after the incidentCredit: GETTYThe bottle leaked upon hitting the back of the Brazilian’s neck.Talisca, who joined the club during the January transfer window, immediately went down after being struck by the missile.And Fred, bizarrely, goaded the riled-up Alanyaspor fans by waving his arms up and down before beating his chest.Footage of his weird reaction to his countryman being struck down spread like wildfire on social media and quickly came to the attention of Red Devils fans.READ MORE SPORTS NEWSOne wrote on X: “Look at how Fred reacts.”Another said: “Just a chill guy. Cheering the fans.”And another said: “Would never see pastor fred go down like that.”One remarked: “Why is he laughing?”Most read in SportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSAnother chimed in: “That’s a violation.”Fred left Manchester United for Fenerbahce in the summer of 2023 after a five-year stay at Old Trafford.Man Utd player ratings vs LeicesterHe made 213 appearances for the club, scoring 14 goals and racking up 18 assists.The midfielder currently has seven goals and 12 assists in 64 Fenerbahce appearances to his name.He’s has yet to win any silverware with the Turkish giants, who are managed by his former United gaffer Jose Mourinho. More

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      Man Utd STILL outsiders to retain FA Cup despite four of ‘top six’ being knocked out, latest odds reveal

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are still outsiders to win the FA Cup – despite four of the traditional Big Six being out of the competition.The Red Devils’ kickstarted their defence of the trophy last month with a shootout victory over Arsenal at the Emirates.Manchester United are the current FA Cup holdersCredit: GETTYBut the bookies haven’t placed the Red Devils as the favourites to win the tournamentCredit: REXRuben Amorim’s troops booked passage to the fifth round last Friday with a controversial 2-1 win over Leicester City.United’s chances of winning the trophy increased on Sunday when Prem leaders Liverpool suffered a shock defeat to Championship strugglers Plymouth Argyle.But they’re NOT the favourites to win the trophy.Multiple bookmakers have struggling Premier League champions Manchester City as the favourites to win the competition.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSNewcastle United are the second favourites ahead of United, who have blown hot and cold this season.High-flying Aston Villa are the bookies’ fourth favourites to win the competition.Unsurprisingly, League Two outfit Doncaster Rovers have been given the longest odds to win the tournament.Those odds, however, will likely shorten should they dump out Crystal Palace in their fourth-round clash this evening.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSAnd Rovers boss Grant McCann insists his troops won’t sacrifice their style to secure a giant-killing victory.He said: “We’ll approach the game as we always do, it’s not for us sitting behind the ball and letting Crystal Palace have 80 per cent possession.Fans spot Sir Alex Ferguson YAWNING as he watches woeful Man Utd – but get distracted by who he’s sitting next to”It’s not the way I play, not the way this team wants to play, so we’ll be aggressive as we always are.”We’ve played three games away from home to get here, all tough games in different ways, and we’ve come through them unscathed.”So we’ve deserved this opportunity to test ourselves against a very good Premier League team.”We want to put a good performance on for the fans to go, ‘They’re not a bad side, Doncaster, I want to go back and watch them again.'”We know the better we perform, the higher we are in the league, the more fans come to our game.”The fifth-round draw will take place prior Palace’s visit to the Eco-Power Stadium. More

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      Man Utd ‘considered £58m transfer for Barcelona star in January’ but wonderkid snubbed move

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      MANCHESTER UNITED considered a move for Barcelona wonderkid Fermin Lopez in January – but he reportedly rejected the switch.The Red Devils were allegedly willing to offer £58m for the 21-year-old midfielder, with Aston Villa also interested.Man Utd considered a move for Barcelona wonderkid Fermin Lopez in JanuaryCredit: RexFermin Lopez opted to stay at BarcelonaCredit: RexUnited wanted Lopez to bolster their midfield options amid another dismal Premier League campaign, according to The Mail.While Villa – who brought in five new players, including Marcus Rashford on loan- were also keen to add Lopez to their ranks.But the Spaniard made it immediately clear that he wouldn’t entertain a move and was desperate to continue at Barca.United are known to be long-time admirers of Lopez’s talents amid their recent changes in midfield.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSChristian Eriksen is expected to leave Old Trafford as a free agent in the summer and Casemiro is no longer considered a regular starter.Roma expressed interest in Casemiro in January and United could loan the legendary midfielder out in June.That could mean that Ruben Amorim’s side could go for Lopez again in the next window in a few months time. In October 2024, Lopez signed a new contract at the club until 2029, and it is understood that he has a £416.5m release clause.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSLopez wants to fight for his future at Barca after seeing his playing time reduced under new gaffer Hansi Flick.He has scored two goals and provided two assists in 14 LaLiga games this season, having been named in the starting XI on five occasions.Roy Keane breaks silence on Marcus Rashford’s shock transfer to Aston Villa and has MAJOR concernLopez – who came through the ranks at Real Betis before moving to La Masia – returned from the Olympics with an injury, which left him out for the first few weeks of the season. The youngster has to battle fierce competition in Barca’s midfield which includes Pedri, Frenkie de Jong, Marc Casado, Gavi and Pablo Torre.Meanwhile, United loaned out Rashford and Antony to reduce their wage bill.But Old Trafford chiefs spent £29.9m on wing-back Patrick Dorgu, while Ayden Heaven joined from Arsenal’s under-21s.Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club. More

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      ‘Poor decision after poor decision’ – Ryan Giggs SLAMS 10 years of mismanagement at Man Utd and says ‘give Amorim time’

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      RYAN GIGGS has accused Manchester United chiefs of making “poor decision after poor decision” for TEN years.Club legend Giggs is urging the Old Trafford board to back new boss Ruben Amorim’s bid to restore the glory days.Ruben Amorim is the right boss for Man Utd, according to GiggsCredit: RexRyan Giggs revealed he ‘really likes’ Amorim as a managerCredit: AlamyAnd the former Wales star, 51, wants part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe to give the Portuguese coach plenty of time.Giggs, who won 25 major honours at United, said: “Like any business, recruitment needs to be right and hasn’t been for the last ten years.“We’ve just made poor decision after poor decision.“Now it’s whether Ruben gets the players he needs, the support he needs — the time.”Amorim, 40, has endured a tricky first three months in charge, with his record at Old Trafford a particular worry for fans.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut club legend Giggs says the club hierarchy have to back Amorim with new signings for at least the next three or four transfer windows.And while he accepts his old team are currently a long way behind their rivals, he does not feel they are a lost cause.The former United No 2 said: “We’re in a bad place at the moment but, first of all, I have to say I actually really like the manager.“Given a chance and given time, Amorim will bring success back.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS“If we get the right players in and the manager gets time, we will be OK. But at the moment, we are miles off it. We’re nowhere near — a long, long way behind — but it can soon turn around.”New part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has already shown a ruthless edge since buying into the club in December 2023.Fans spot Sir Alex Ferguson YAWNING as he watches woeful Man Utd – but get distracted by who he’s sitting next toIn a cost-cutting drive, he made staff redundant across various departments. Even club legend Sir Alex Ferguson lost his contract as an ambassador.And funds are still tight as United try to comply with strict Profit and Sustainability Rules.But Giggs has urged the board to find a way to back their head coach, saying: “We’ve tried giving managers a little bit of time but now he needs a bit longer — three or four transfer windows, I think.“It’s whether he gets the players he needs, the support he needs, the time.”Giggs spent his entire professional career at United — including a spell as player-manager — so few know the club as well as him.And the former Wales manager — who is a co-owner of League Two Salford City — revealed he understands why Amorim said after the defeat by Brighton last month that this could be the worst Red Devils team ever.He said: “I get a feeling he knows the history and he’s frustrated. And I get that. That’s why I like him.“He’s frustrated and that’s why he was so honest a couple of weeks ago, because he wants to be a winner.”United have lost seven of their first 13 home Premier League matches this season — the joint worst start to a campaign in their entire history.United recruited Patrick Dorgu and Ayden Heaven in the transfer windowCredit: PAWorryingly, they have also lost five of the last six in the league, which has left even the most faithful fans disillusioned.Back when Giggs was playing, the thought of visiting Manchester United used to frighten the life out of rival teams.He said: “You have to show some guts when things aren’t going well at Old Trafford.“When people used to play here, they would say the pitch seemed massive.“They said they felt that they couldn’t get near any of us.“But at the moment it looks like it’s the reverse — it looks like it’s too big for our own players.“And it’s horrible to see but we need to somehow turn that around where we’ve got that fear factor again.“I say that because at the moment, any team that comes here to play, they all look confident from the beginning.United have always had the best teams, the best facilities, always forward-thinking, so we should have the best stadium.“First and foremost, you need to get Old Trafford back to being a fortress.“We need to make sure that we don’t let teams come and play — and we make it a horrible place to come again.”The Welshman — who also captained the Great Britain team at the 2012 London Olympics — was speaking this week at a Q&A with Nobby Stiles’ son John at An Evening with Ryan Giggs at the BAWA in Bristol.United are now leaning towards turning their backs on their spiritual home and all its history by building a new purpose-built stadium nearby.The club’s record appearance-maker would rather they stayed — but understands why they are ready to move.Giggs explained: “If it would be possible, a refurbishment would be the best scenario if they would safeguard it for the next 30 or 40 years.READ MORE SUN STORIES“But it looks like a decision has already been made and it’s going to be a brand new stadium.“United have always had the best teams, the best facilities, always forward-thinking, so we should have the best stadium.” More