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      Man Utd ‘line up £40million Premier League star’ to replace crocked Casemiro in summer transfer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are considering a move for Wolves star Joao Gomes, according to reports.The 23-year-old has been identified as a replacement for Casemiro.Joao Gomes is wanted by Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyCasemiro could be replaced by the Wolves star this summerCredit: GettyUnited look set to offload the experienced Brazilian this summer as new chief Sir Jim Ratcliffe wants to build a younger squad.Casemiro, 32, has already missed 16 matches through injury this season and he will not play for his country this weekend against England as he has pulled out due to further fitness issues.Ironically, it could be Gomes who features for Brazil instead of Casemiro at Wembley with what would be his first international cap.And he may also be set to step into Casemiro’s shoes at Man Utd, according to The Mirror.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLGomes is the type of player Ratcliffe would be keen on, having already warned supporters not to expect big-name signings.Wolves bought him a year ago from Flamengo for £12million and they are supposedly set to demand around £40m for the midfielder.Gomes has also caught the eye of Tottenham and Newcastle.Wolves are reportedly braced for bids and are already identifying possible replacements.Most read in FootballThe club could be forced into selling a key player at the end of the season amid pressure to meet Profit and Sustainability Rules.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERGomes has played 28 games this campaign, scoring two goals.He is nicknamed “The Pitbull” in his homeland.Scott McTominay reveals two strict rules implemented by Erik ten Hag at Man Utd More

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      ‘It’s completely different’ – Former Man Utd star fears Gareth Southgate would be ‘gamble’ as next manager

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      MANCHESTER UNITED should not “gamble” on bringing in Gareth Southgate – and instead stick with Erik ten Hag.That is the view of former Red Devils defender Mikael Silvestre as new co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe considers a radical switch at Old Trafford in the coming months.Sir Jim Ratcliffe is considering replacing Erik ten Hag with Gareth SouthgateCredit: GettySouthgate could be tempted by a return to club management at Old TraffordCredit: AFPTen Hag, 54, is currently fighting to convince Ratcliffe – who became a minority shareholder in February – that he is the man to take United forward next season.The Dutch coach has led the club to the FA Cup semi-finals after their thrilling 4-3 quarter final victory over rivals Liverpool – having also won the Carabao Cup last campaign.However, United’s poor Premier League form sees them 17 points off leaders Arsenal and nine points off the top four with ten games remaining.Ratcliffe is making big changes at United in preparation for next season, including sorting a sporting director, with talks ongoing with Newcastle’s Dan Ashworth.READ MORE ON MAN UNITEDA new manager is believed to also be high on his list. England boss Southgate is preparing for the Euros with the Three Lions this summer and is expected to lead them into the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.Southgate, 53, however could still be persuaded by the United project, especially as he has already worked with Ashworth at the FA – but has not managed at club level since getting Middlesbrough relegated in 2009.And Silvestre – who won five Prem titles at United between 1999 and 2008 – said: “I don’t believe it would be a big step for Gareth moving from international back into club football, but it’s a completely different scenario.“You can’t rule out any potential candidate, but it would be a bit of a gamble because he doesn’t have much of a track record at club level.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERTen Hag was hired in May 2022, finishing third in his first full season, while also winning the Carabao Cup and reaching the FA Cup final – where United lost to Manchester City.Silvestre believes Ten Hag should be given a chance to work with a fully-fit squad, with United ravaged by injuries this term, missing the likes of Casemiro, Lisandro Martinez, Luke Shaw, Raphael Varane and Mason Mount for large periods.Man Utd legend Roy Keane agrees with Gary Neville about how much he would be worth in today’s transfer marketGareth Southgate’s managerial careerHere is how Southgate’s managerial career has unfolded:

      June 2006: Joins Middlesbrough on a five-year deal after Steve McClaren left to become England manager
      May 2007: Guided Boro to a 12th place finish in his first season in Premier League management
      May 2008: Boro finish 13th and beat Man City 8-1 on the final day as Arsene Wenger labels Southgate “good enough” to coach England
      May 2009: Boro are relegated on the final day after defeat to West Ham but Southgate stayed on as boss
      October 2009: Southgate sacked by Boro despite the club sitting just one point adrift of top spot in the Championship
      August 2013: Succeeds Stuart Pearce as England U21s manager
      June 2015: England U21s finish bottom of their European Championship group with just one point from three games
      September 2016: Southgate takes temporary charge of England’s senior side following Sam Allardyce’s dismissal
      November 2016: Appointed England boss on a four-year contract
      July 2018: Guides England to the World Cup semi-finals – their first journey to the last four since Euro 96
      July 2021: England reach their first major final since 1966 but lose to Italy on penalties at Wembley
      November 2021: Signs a new contract to keep him as England boss until December 2024
      December 2022: Reaches the World Cup quarter-finals before England are beaten by France

      Speaking to gaming and Esports company GGRecon, the Frenchman added: “I would like Erik ten Hag to go into next season as Manchester United manager.“I would like him to have the opportunity to showcase his ideas with a full squad at his disposal because this season’s been challenging for him and the team has struggled to progress.“It’s been impossible to maintain the momentum they gained last season because a lot of key players haven’t been fit at various points of the season.“I would definitely give him a third season if the decision was mine.” More

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      Arsenal and Chelsea transfer blow as top target to begin new contract negotiations including bumper £102m release clause

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      SPORTING LISBON are opening talks on a new mage transfer release clause for Viktor Gykores to “protect” them from the Premier League clubs circling.The Swedish striker cost a club-record £17m last summer from Coventry City but he has already repaid that faith with his scintillating form.Sporting’s hope to convince Viktor Gyokeres to sign a new deal with an improved release clauseCredit: AFPThe 25-year-old has scored 27 goals in 33 appearances, as well as recording double figures in assists, to catch the eye of Europe’s big guns.Both Arsenal and Chelsea have been linked with the hotshot – with the latter allegedly having a £74m approach rejected in January.Previous reports had claimed that Sporting Lisbon were holding out for the £87m release clause fee that was part of his package.Now A Bola have claimed that the Portuguese league leaders want to secure him to a new agreement that would not only land Gyokeres a bumper pay rise but would also offer them “greater protection”.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThey are well aware of the growing interest in their star striker.As well as Arsenal and Chelsea, Bayern Munich are also keen to bring him to the Bundesliga while French giants Paris Saint-Germain have joined the transfer chase.This update also adds that several Spanish teams are in the hunt – but a host of the interested clubs may soon be ruled out of signing him.Sporting Lisbon are hoping that the reward of a pay rise would see Gykores pen his new contract and agree to a release clause of a whopping £102m.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERAnd that would ensure that any sale of their prized-asset would turn out to be a record departure for the club.The agents of Gykores, who was snapped up by Coventry in 2021 after failing to make the grade at Brighton, are also allegedly making a trip to Portugal in April.Every Premier League stadium ranked by the number of pubs nearby with one boasting over 130 local boozersAnd Sporting will be looking to use that time to thrash out terms on the updated agreement.Meanwhile, the transfer speculation does not seem to be having any adverse effect on the player himself.He fired a hat-trick against Boavista on Sunday as the 6-1 victory ensured they remain a point ahead of rivals Benfica, who have played a game more, at the top of the table.The forward will now be hoping to take that form on to the international stage with Sweden, who he has scored five times in 19 caps for.They take on Portugal away tonight in a friendly before taking on Albania on home turf on Monday. More

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      Man Utd will have staggering £400MILLION to spend in summer transfer window if they sell Rashford and Greenwood

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      MANCHESTER UNITED would have an eye-watering £400 million to spend in transfers if they sell both Marcus Rashford and Mason Greenwood. New part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is planning a mass exodus this summer to take advantage of the ‘pure profit’ loophole.If Marcus Rashford is sold for £100m, United would be able to spend £400mCredit: APThe sale of academy graduate Mason Greenwood would allow United to claim ‘pure profit’Credit: Getty’Pure profit’ allows clubs to bank all transfers made, incentivising the sale of academy products who were signed for nothing.Rashford joined United at seven years old, while Greenwood was accepted into the Halifax development team at the age of six.But both players have reportedly fallen out of favour with their boyhood club for a host of reasons.Rashford’s performances and off-field behaviour this season has exposed him to ridicule from fans and media.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSAnd the United hierarchy are ready to sell Greenwood too – despite his impressive form on loan with Spanish side Getafe.The sale of either player would be accounted for as pure profit in United’s 2024/25 financial records.Even after this season’s issues, an auction for Rashford in the summer would have bidders, starting at £70m and probably prepared to go near to £100m.This would help them to stay on the right side of Premier League Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR).Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERFees paid for players you buy are “amortised” over the length of the initial contract. So a £100m player signing a five year deal has an FFP “cost” of just £20m per season.Effectively, if Rashford is sold for £100m, United would be able to spend £400m – taking new players’ wages into account – and balance the books.Paris Saint-Germain are said to be interested in the winger as they prepare to say goodbye to Real Madrid bound Kylian Mbappe. Sir Alex Ferguson leaves Man Utd fans baffled as he becomes life member at European giantsAll profits from sales, even if the fee is actually paid in long-term instalments, is banked at the full value.While United aim to cash in on 22-year-old Greenwood, they would not get all of the funds due a bizarre sell-on clause in his loan contract.It means if Greenwood is NOT signed by Getafe they will claim 20 per cent of whatever fee is exchanged.The LaLiga side did not pay any money to bring him to the club on loan, meaning they are set to profit from the deal no matter the outcome.The unforeseen impact of homegrown player sales could prove to be United’s saving grace.Meanwhile it is not clear which manager will have the transfer budget next season.England manager Gareth Southgate has been tipped as the overwhelming favourite to replace Erik ten Hag should he be sacked.Ratcliffe, in charge of United’s football operations, said: “If we get the right people in the right boxes, the results will drop out the bottom.”READ MORE SUN STORIESWhile United weigh up whether to cash in on Rashford and Greenwood, the bleak futures of Anthony Martial and Raphael Varane look a lot more certain – with both players set to leave this summer.The pair are due to be out of contract in June and United have opted against offering extensions, meaning their colossal wages which, when combined, soak up more than £600,000 a week, will be shifted off the club’s books.Inside Ratcliffe’s Man Utd plansEverything you need to know as Sir Jim Ratcliffe takes charge at Manchester United…
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      Gareth Southgate overtakes Graham Potter as overwhelming favourite for Man Utd job with England contract talks on hold

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      GARETH SOUTHGATE has overtaken Graham Potter as the bookies’ new 2-1 favourite for the Manchester United job.Ex-Chelsea boss Potter had been lined up by Sir Jim Ratcliffe if Erik ten Hag is sacked.England boss Gareth Southgate has emerged as a favourite for the Manchester United jobCredit: GettyMan Utd boss Erik ten Hag has come under fire amid a turbulent campaignCredit: EPASouthgate has overtaken Graham Potter as Ten Hag’s likeliest successorCredit: PABut England manager Southgate last week revealed he will shelve Three Lions contract talks until after Euro 2024.And Ratcliffe, in charge of United’s football operations, said: “If we get the right people in the right boxes, the results will drop out the bottom.”Potter worked closely with United’s incoming sporting director Dan Ashworth at Brighton, while Southgate has worked with him at the FA.Reports suggest Sir Jim has made the 53-year-old his No1 choice to replace under-fire boss Ten Hag at Old Trafford.Read More on Man UtdThis comes amid a turbulent campaign for the Red Devils under the Dutchman.The Manchester giants were eliminated from the Champions League’s group stage before plunging to sixth place in the Premier League.Southgate’s contract runs out in December.And Ratcliffe is said to be confident in prising him over to club football once again following his three-year spell at Middlesbrough, which ended in 2009.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThat is despite the FA’s desperate attempts to hold onto the Watford tactician.But as things stand, Ratcliffe would have to fork out around £800,000 in compensation for the Three Lions boss’ services.Gareth Southgate drops Kobbie Mainoo Euro 2024 hint as England boss names four players on cusp of breaking into squad The Ineos chief will also need to splash £10million just to sack Ten Hag and his coaching staff.Potter has been without a job since his dismissal as Chelsea boss last April.Southgate could bring some of his England stars if he took over at Man UtdInside Ratcliffe’s Man Utd plansEverything you need to know as Sir Jim Ratcliffe takes charge at Manchester United… More

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      Man Utd line up transfers for two wonderkids including Championship 14-year-old and Premier League youngster

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      MANCHESTER UNITED seem to be looking to youth to turn the tide on their turbulent form.The Red Devils have already put faith in the likes of Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo and now they are reportedly looking at two more teens.Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Erik ten Hag are reportedly lining up two youngsters to join Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyThe Red Devils are said to be keen on Wolves teenager Wesley OkoduwaCredit: GettyErik ten Hag’s side have struggled this season despite booking their place in the FA Cup semi-finals with a dramatic 4-3 victory over Liverpool at the weekend.And new minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is said to be keen on shifting the club’s recruitment towards younger talent in a bid to shake things up.The new transfer plan may be making some early steps too with the Mail Online reporting United are close to agreeing deals for two rising stars.Championship wonderkid Silva Mexes, 14, is said to be close to agreeing a switch from Ipswich to Man Utd.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhile Wolves right-back Wesley Okoduwa, 15, is rumoured to be another target for the Manchester giants.Okoduwa made the bench for Wolves’ Premier League clash against Newcastle.He has also represented England at U16 level.The younger profile fits the suggested strategy that is being adopted by Ratcliffe and his Ineos team with regard to transfers.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERAnd the billionaire Brit may be hoping he will uncover a hidden gem with his youthful acquisitions after claiming he is searching for “the next Kylian Mbappe” in a recent interview.Speaking to GT Cycling Club, he said: “I would rather try and sign the next Kylian Mbappe, rather than spend a fortune trying to buy success.Sir Jim Ratcliffe warns Man Utd fans not to expect superstar signings as he lays out transfer plan”It’s not that clever buying Mbappe. Anyone can figure that one out.”What’s much more challenging is to find the next Mbappe or the next Bellingham or the next Roy Keane.” More

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      How Man Utd could line up under Gareth Southgate with England manager pulling strings to finally land Harry Kane

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      MANCHESTER UNITED could find themselves filled with England stars if Gareth Southgate takes over as manager.United shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe has reportedly made Southgate his No1 choice to replace under-fire boss Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford.Manchester United have reportedly made Gareth Southgate their top pickCredit: GettyEngland boss Southgate could attract Harry Kane to Man UtdCredit: AlamyMan Utd boss Erik ten Hag has come under fire amid a turbulent campaignCredit: EPAMan Utd could fill up with England stars under SouthgateThis comes amid a turbulent campaign under Ten Hag, which has seen the Red Devils getting eliminated from the Champions League’s group stage and plunging to sixth place in the Premier League.Southgate’s contract runs out in December and Ratcliffe is said to be confident in prising him over to club football once again following his three-year spell at Middlesbrough which ended in 2009.That is despite the FA’s desperate attempts to hold onto the 53-year-old, who has refused to even discuss his future until after Euro 2024.But as things stand, Sir Jim would have to fork out around £800,000 in compensation for the Three Lions boss’ services while needing to splash £10million just to sack Ten Hag and his coaching staff.Read More on Man UtdIf Southgate took over at United then it is fair to assume he would try to attract some of England’s best players while showing faith in the club’s English talent.Andre Onana’s inconsistent performance could convince the Watford tactician to call on his England No1 Jordan Pickford, who sat between the sticks during the 2018 World Cup and Euro 2020.Pickford was linked with the Manchester giants last summer and Ineos would find it much easier to attract him this time around if Everton don’t survive their relegation scrap.Diogo Dalot recently signed a new deal so he could maintain his position at right-back while Luke Shaw has earned Southgate’s trust at left-back while on international duty.Most read in FootballBut no one has received more confidence from the England boss than Harry Maguire who continued to play for his country despite his biggest struggles at United, while getting booed by home fans.Therefore, it is fair to assume Maguire would be an established part in the line-up next to another recent transfer target in Jarrad Branthwaite.Kobbie Mainoo called up to England squad for first time as Man Utd wonderkid is late addition to Gareth Southgate’s campBranthwaite, who earned his first England call up this week, has impressed United chiefs who could make a move in the summer transfer window.Kobbie Mainoo also made the cut for the friendly matches against Brazil and Belgium and could continue his development in midfield alongside the experienced Casemiro and captain Bruno Fernandes.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERMarcus Rashford could finally regain his spark on the left wing under a manager who always rates top English talent with Alejandro Garnacho continuing his evolution on the other side.And Southgate’s line-up could be completed with one of the Red Devils’ longest-running targets in Harry Kane.United tried to sign Kane last summer but Tottenham were not keen to sell to a Prem rival and demanded a large transfer fee.And so the star striker ended up at Bayern Munich following a £104m deal.READ MORE SUN STORIESHowever, Southgate has had a brilliant relationship with the 30-year-old, who became captain as well as England’s all-time top scorer under his current manager.And this time around Southgate could convince Kane to return to the Premier League and help United return to the top. More

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      ‘Agent Bruno, do something for us,’ beg Man Utd fans as Fernandes says Portugal team-mate is ‘ready’ for big transfer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans are desperate for “Agent Bruno” to work some magic after their captain declared that transfer target Joao Neves is “ready” for a big move.Fernandes, 29, and Neves, 19, will link up in midfield for Portugal during the international break.Fans hope Bruno Fernandes can convince Joao Neves to join Man Utd while on Portugal dutyCredit: EPAThe Red Devils are reportedly leading the race for Benfica’s star midfielderCredit: GettyThe latter exploded into Benfica’s team last season and hasn’t looked back since, clocking up 57 appearances in all competitions.Neves is now hoping to add to his three international caps when Portugal take on Sweden and Slovenia in the next seven days.But his club future has been the talk of the town following interest from some of Europe’s elite sides.And it’s United who are believed to be leading the race as they look to rebuild their midfield.READ MORE ON MAN UTDChristian Eriksen and Casemiro are on the wrong side of 30, while Sofyan Amrabat will return to Fiorentina once his loan ends.And United fans are now hoping Fernandes can convince Neves to join him at Old Trafford.One said: “Agent Bruno, do something for us.”Another declared: “If United rumours are true, he is ready.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKEROne noted: “Truly one of the best.”Another added: “Yes, bring him in.”Watch wholesome moment Bruno Fernandes gets emotional in live TV interview after praising Man Utd team-matesFernandes is certainly adamant Neves can make the leap to an elite side.He said: “I don’t know if the United rumours are true, but I know he (Neves) is ready for that big jump.“He’s an excellent player, he’s with the national team. That’s also why the big clubs are after him.”Meanwhile, Fernandes believes rules should be changed after Amad Diallo was sent off following his FA Cup winner against Liverpool.The ace took his shirt off while celebrating the dramatic late strike, leading to a second yellow card and dismissal.But Fernandes reckons that lawmakers should end the bizarre penalty.He said: “Amad got his reward because he’s doing the right things. When you do the right things, you get a chance, and what is yours comes to you.READ MORE SUN STORIES”He deserves it, unfortunately, he got sent off, but it’s part of the moment and part of being young.”This moment has to be enjoyed and I think it’s one of the rules football has to change. Because you should be able to celebrate the goal, obviously with respect to other clubs, to enjoy your moment.” More