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      Phil Thomas: Sir Jim Ratcliffe thinks he can sell his Man Utd duds… but who in their right mind would pay for them?

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      LET’S assume for one minute that Erik ten Hag was being a little economical with the truth.Let’s assume the bulk of Manchester United’s squad — despite the manager’s denials — are available if the right offer comes in. However massive that ‘if’ may be.Man Utd’s clear out could be hard to achieve this summerSir Jim Ratcliffe is planning a massive overhaul of the Man Utd squad in the summerConsidering this is the man who thinks United are one of the most dynamic and entertaining teams around, it’s clearly unwise to take everything he says as Gospel.So now, let’s just imagine you are director of football at a top-six club, with a ticket to Selhurst Park tomorrow when Ten Hag and his team face Crystal Palace.Barring long-term absences, both are at full strength — this is theoretical, remember — and the remit is to find any players capable of taking your team to the next level.Given the relative size, finances and clout, you’d imagine most would be in United shirts. And you would imagine wrong.Read more football newsProbably Bruno Fernandes, but beyond him? Hmmm.Yet as for the Eagles — well, there’s Eberechi Eze, Marc Guehi, Michael Olise and Jean-Philippe Mateta for sure.And while that ignores a ring-fenced United trio of Alejandro Garnacho, Kobbie Mainoo and Rasmus Hojlund, it doesn’t include Palace’s freshly-signed Adam Wharton either.While it shows again what a job sporting director Dougie Freedman is doing, for once this isn’t about why he should have been the first man Sir Jim Ratcliffe brought in.Most read in FootballIt is about why Sir Jim’s grand plan to offload United’s big-earning flops is nothing more than hot air.It is the stuff of fantasy. It cannot and will not happen.Three key things Ten Hag is getting wrong at Man UnitedAnd it’s why the bulk of the supposed £150million transfer kitty may be needed to pay off the duds if he does plan to sweep the decks.United, in a nutshell, are stuck with them.For someone who is supposedly planning a great Red rebuild, Ratcliffe and his Ineos boys are acting more like cost-cutters. A Wembley ticket here, a coach fare there, a quid or two all over.Yet when it comes to the big stuff, the £300,000-a-week ones such as Casemiro and Rafa Varane, how do United shift them?Quite simply, they don’t.There is talk that one, maybe both, will be offered big-money deals in Saudi Arabia. The same was said of keeper David de Gea, now training at Altrincham.It didn’t happen before and there’s every chance it won’t this summer, however much Sir Jim and Dave Brailsford cross their fingers and pray. The fact is there are no dream exits.Football, as Ratcliffe and Brailsford will discover, isn’t a computer game. It isn’t like cycling or fracking. If getting rid is the plan, a logjam is the reality.Too many are on contracts way bigger than they merit. Ones they will never get again. It’s why they won’t go without a massive pay-off.Last year Scott McTominay and Harry Maguire could have left, but stuck it out.And ironically both have been among United’s top performers this season.Next term, though, Ten Hag could have a squad packed with men who know they aren’t wanted. Who won’t go unless they have a huge cheque in the back pocket.Erik Ten Hag has said it’s wrong to suggest his players are up for grabsPundits 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.”

      That’s why the manager says it is wrong to suggest most of his players are up for grabs. He can’t say anything else.Otherwise, he immediately lowers the asking price to any would-be buyer, knowing United want rid, even if you look beyond the wages issue.Any ‘experts’ smugly spouting off on TV about how the newspapers have it wrong are the mugs by not seeing it.Not for the first time, either, but that’s an entire pullout, never mind another column — and not the issue here.This season has been a harsh lesson for United and a painful reminder of just how far this club has fallen.Yet not nearly as harsh as the summer facing Sir Jim — and no amount of cancelled staff credit cards and free toast will make the slightest dent on that.IS SLOT’S REP INFLATED?ACCORDING to former Dutch striker Johnny Rep, there is no reason why Arne Slot shouldn’t win the title in his first year at Liverpool.Which begs a couple of questions about the man who is about to fill Jurgen Klopp’s mighty boots at Anfield.If the Feyenoord boss is such a coaching genius, why did he only appear on the radar when Xabi Alonso and Ruben Amorim no longer were? And why have PSV strolled the Eredivisie?Arne Slot is expected to take over from Jurgen Klopp at LiverpoolMo Salah could spark an exodus at AnfieldOf course, Slot might show Rep’s faith is well-founded. But in reality, his major job is going to be steadying the ship in a huge post-Klopp summer.For while some might believe Reds’ recent wobbles make a thankless job slightly less so, others argue it is a warning of trouble ahead.Will Mo Salah stay? Are his best days behind him even if he does? Is Virgil van Dijk as good as he was?What about the likes of Harvey Elliott, Dominik Szoboszlai, Ryan Gravenberch and Wataru Endo?None of them top class, but can he now squeeze as much from them as Klopp did?They should get Slot’s signature on the contract sharpish… if he starts thinking the same, that search for a new boss might not be over after all.TUCHY SUBJECTBAYERN MUNICH, like Liverpool, are one of the biggest clubs in the world.And Bayern, like Liverpool, have had a hell of a job finding a new manager.Yet while the hunt appears over on Merseyside, in Munich it rumbles on — and the German giants grow more red-faced as it does.READ MORE SUN STORIESCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThomas Tuchel could make a Bayern Munich u-turn regarding his futureXabi Alonso chose to stick with Bayer Leverkusen, then Ralf Rangnick felt remaining as Austria gaffer was more appealing. It is one embarrassment after another… and could get worse.Current boss Thomas Tuchel would see to that by lifting the Champions League. In which case, don’t bet against Bayern chiefs trying to talk him into staying on after all. More

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      Why Man Utd co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is hunting for Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes replacement

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      MANCHESTER UNITED minority shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe has joined the search for Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes replacement.Seven-time Formula One world champion Hamilton is leaving the team to join Ferrari next season.Man Utd minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is helping Mercedes hunt for their Lewis Hamilton replacementCredit: GettyLewis Hamilton is leaving Mercedes to join Ferrari next seasonCredit: GettyMercedes have struggled to produce a car capable of winning races in the last two seasons, with their struggles this year making it look like it could be a third year on the bounce that Hamilton is unable to take a win.However, the Silver Arrows are looking to take advantage of the chaos surrounding Red Bull by poaching star driver Max Verstappen.SunSport reported earlier this week that the team were preparing to hold a meeting with Verstappen’s team; father Jos and manager Raymond Vermeulen after the Miami Grand Prix.That meeting will include team boss Toto Wolff, Mercedes-Benz CEO Ola Kallenius, and Ineos and Man Utd shareholder, Ratcliffe.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLRatcliffe’s Ineos became a one-third shareholder in the F1 team back in 2020 while retaining its position as the teams principal partner.Verstappen’s camp are assessing their options following a fallout with Red Bull boss Christian Horner, with Jos warning Horner’s leadership was tearing the team apart.Inside track on Hamilton’s lifeLEWIS HAMILTON has driven his way into pole position as Formula One’s most prolific winner.
      The three-time world champion has a contract until 2028 on £40million-a-year.It means Mercedes could be forced to stump up compensation for Verstappen, who is on course to win his fourth straight title this season.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHorner’s position at the team has grown more precarious after Ferrari-linked Adrian Newey announced he was leaving the team earlier this week.Mercedes look set to offer the Dutchman a whopping £128MILLION-a-year deal to convince him of the switch.Lewis Hamilton races around Tokyo in £260k supercar in incredible video as fans say F1 legend ‘dropped another classic’At Man Utd, Ineos have a 27.7 per cent share of the club but have almost complete control over the sporting operations of the team.This has led to some major changes already, with Omar Berrada starting as CEO in July, Dan Ashworth coming in as football director and Jason Wilcox already starting a role as technical director.WHO COULD REPLACE HAMILTON AT MERCEDES? Mercedes will have a vacant seat for 2025.
      Here, SunSport’s F1 correspondent Ben Hunt looks at FIVE potential candidates who could replace him and partner George Russell in the Silver Arrows.
      Oscar Piastri – McLaren have sewn up Lando Norris to a new long-term contract that should (in theory) put him out of Mercedes’ reach. However, they are yet to tie down his teammate Piastri, 22. The Aussie has an excellent record and won the Formula 3 and Formula 2 titles before spending a year on the sidelines with Alpine and getting his chance in F1 with McLaren. He impressed on his debut season last year and has the potential to be a world champion.
      Daniel Ricciardo – The experienced driver’s future remains in doubt as he bides his time at Red Bull’s B-team. Ricciardo would be low-hassle and offer some stability but by that time he would be 35. It seems unlikely that they would opt for him at this point in his career, but if he has a good season this year, he could come into the reckoning.
      Kimi Antonelli – You may not have heard of the Italian, but he is mustard. Still only 17, he has won at all the junior categories and has been part of the Mercedes young driver programme since 2019. This season he has been promoted from F4 to F2, where he has been tipped to shine. A good debut season in F2 could sway Mercedes into taking a risk on him for 2025. Antonelli and his family are close to Mercedes boss Toto Wolff.
      Mick Schumacher – Wolff has always been so incredibly supportive of Schumacher and spoken highly of him, that you’d at least expect him to come into consideration. He knows the team from his role as reserve driver and consequently would get up to speed. But speed is also the problem. He was shocking at Haas and if he really was THAT good, he’d still be driving in F1.
      Alex Albon – A more-sensible choice would be the London-born Albon. A great guy who is also very quick. He has a fantastic relationship with Russell and would be the low-maintenance quick partnership similar to Hamilton and Valtteri Bottas that swept to successive titles. Albon would take little convincing to join from Williams and Mercedes would not need to pay him half of the £50million they were dishing out to Hamilton.

      Last November, Wolff revealed he had held talks with Ratcliffe about joining his bid investing into Man Utd.The Hamilton replacement hunt comes with a huge summer ahead for Man Utd as well, with all-bar a few select players said to be up for sale.A decision will also need to be made on Erik ten Hag’s future as manager of the men’s senior team.But more recently he has made no secret of Mercedes’ desire to land Verstappen as their Hamilton replacement.Verstappen won the weekend’s Sprint Race and is aiming for his fourth full race win of the season on Sunday.Ratcliffe will have a number of big decisions to approve at Man Utd this summerCredit: ReutersMax Verstappen’s team will hold a meeting with Ratcliffe and other Mercedes chiefs after the Miami GPCredit: RexPundits 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.”

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      Man Utd legend Nicky Butt looks glum as he’s seen for first time since driving ban for breaking motorcyclist’s leg

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      MAN Utd legend Nicky Butt has been seen for the first time since admitted breaking a motorcyclist’s leg.The football legend smashed into Andrew Fielden while driving carelessly in his Range Rover through Burnley, Lancashire.Nicky Butt seen for the first time since being banned from driving for careless drivingCredit: SplashButt was part of the Class of 92 squadHe looked glum as he sat on a park benchCredit: SplashButt pleaded guilty to causing serious injury to a riderHe suffered a broken left leg, which needed metal rods inserted following an operation, and severe bruising.Butt appeared at Blackburn Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday where he admitted causing serious injury by careless driving.Today Butt was seen for the first time since his court appearance. The 49-year-old looked glum as he sat on a park bench wearing jeans, a white tshirt and white trainers.MORE ON FOOTBALLHe donned sunglasses as he took phonecalls and sipped on a bottle of lemonade. The former England star was handed am interim driving ban following the October 2022 crash.He could face up to two years in jail or an unlimited fine when he is sentenced on a date to be set.The court heard Butt, who was picking up at his son at the time, suffered a “momentary lapse of concentration”.Most read in FootballHe’s not happy’ – Jamie Carragher SHOVES Gary Neville live on TV in revenge for showing off man-marking styleProsecutor Graeme Tindall said: “What appears to have happened is a number of vehicles pass what appears to look like a HGV.“Mr Butt having let the HGV come past, pulls out and this is when Mr Fielden is coming past on the motorcycle.”The court was told Mr Fielden was left with no memory of the crash other than waking up in hospital “in immense pain”.Butt remained at the scene and has since written an apology to the rider.Mr Fielden chose not to share a victim impact statement and said previously he does not “any ill feeling to the other party”.John Dye, defending the ex-footballer, said: “The loss of his licence is going to be extremely inconvenient to him and his family but that is the inevitable consequence of this case.”Butt was a instrumental part of Alex Ferguson’s youth team – rising through the ranks with David Beckham, Ryan Giggs and the Nevilles.The midfielder began his professional career stepping in for Roy Keane as a sub before he landing a full-time spot when Paul Ince left in 1995.Along with the rest of the Class of ’92, Butt helped Utd win countless trophies as the club became a dominant force.This included the Champions League Final in 1999, where the Red Devils made history by winning the treble.By the time he left in 2004, the footballer had helped Utd win six Premier League titles, three FA Cups and a Champions League trophy.READ MORE SUN STORIESButt later had spells at Newcastle and Birmingham City before moving into management in 2016 for Utd’s U23 team.In 2014, he bought Salford City along with Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, and Gary and Phil Neville.He played 270 games for Utd during his 12 years on the senior team More

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      Erik ten Hag ‘on three-man shortlist to become next Bayern Munich manager’ as Man Utd line up his replacement

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      ERIK TEN HAG is on a three-man shortlist to replace Thomas Tuchel at Bayern Munich.The Dutch manager may depart from Old Trafford at the end of the season amid rumours that Manchester United could sack him.Erik ten Hag is on a three-man shortlist to replace Thomas Tuchel at Bayern MunichCredit: ReutersTuchel is set to leave the Bundesliga giants at the end of the seasonCredit: PADespite the 54-year-old’s nightmare season at the Red Devils Ten Hag is still highly-rated enough to be linked with one of Europe’s biggest clubs.The United boss recently revealed that Ajax would like him to return and admitted in the future he would be interested.Tuchel is stepping down at the end of the season after a disappointing campaign that ended Bayern Munich’s 11-season Bundesliga winning streak.Ten Hag is one of three candidates for the leading role on the Bavarian side next term.READ MORE ON MAN UTDAccording to reporter Christian Falk “Bayern’s Head of Sport Max Eberl, is checking three, four candidates for the new Manager of FC Bayern.”And that list includes ex-Wolves boss Julen Lopetegui, Benfica’s Roger Schmidt and Ten Hag.Falk claims Roberto De Zerbi has snubbed the chance to take charge of Germany’s most famous side to stay at Brighton.However, should Ten Hag move to the Allianz Arena, United could see a direct exchange of managers, with Tuchel coming the other way.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMeanwhile, SunSport exclusively revealed that ex-Chelsea boss Graham Potter and England gaffer Gareth Southgate are in the running to take over.Tuchel’s farewell is far from over in Germany and he can still end the season on a high as Bayern are a step away from the Champions League final, drawing 2-2 at home to Real Madrid in the first leg of the semi.Gary Neville reveals telltale signs Erik ten Hag is suffering Man Utd ‘breakdown’ as winless run goes onThe same goes for Ten Hag as United managed to secure a spot in the FA Cup final against Manchester City after a thrilling penalty shootout against Coventry in the semi-final.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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      Jadon Sancho RULES OUT returning to Man Utd even if Ten Hag goes with Borussia Dortmund set to open transfer talks

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      JADON SANCHO has no plans to return to Manchester United once his loan deal at Borussia Dortmund expires next month.And the Champions League semi-finalists are ready to open talks with the Red Devils about extending his stay in Germany.Jadon Sancho has ruled out a return to Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyThe winger fell out with Erik ten Hag earlier this seasonCredit: GettyDortmund know they are unlikely to be able to afford the price tag for a permanent deal for the 24-year-old this summer.So they plan to ask about the possibility of signing him for another year – with an option or obligation to buy at the end of the 2024/5 campaign.United paid £73million to sign Sancho from the German giants in summer 2021 but he never lived up to that price tag.He fell out with Erik ten Hag after a defeat at Arsenal in August when he took to social media claiming he was being made a scapegoat for the team’s failures.READ MORE ON MAN UTDSaudi Arabian club Al Ettifaq were quoted around £50m when they tried to sign him and backed off – meaning he spent the rest of the calendar year frozen out.But when the transfer window re-opened in January, he was offered the chance to return to Dortmund to begin rebuilding his career.He has done exactly that and caught the eye in the win over Paris Saint-Germain earlier this week – sparking talk he could return to Old Trafford.However it is understood he would be open to the idea of staying in Germany – no matter who is in charge of United next season.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe position of Ten Hag is likely to be reviewed by new owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe at the end of the season.Ten Hag said earlier this week he was pleased with the way Sancho had performed in the narrow first-leg win over PSG.Jamie Carragher interviews Jadon Sancho on live TV after EIGHT PINTS and CBS Sports studio cannot bear to watchHe said: “It showed why United bought him and why he represents a high value for Manchester United.“I’m happy for Jadon and we will see what is going to happen in the future.” More

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      Ten Hag is a gladiator taking shots for his team but he’s losing control – I can’t see him surviving Man Utd axe

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      I CANNOT picture a scenario where Erik ten Hag is Manchester United manager next season — and you know what, I think he would secretly agree.He has spent a lot of money on players that haven’t worked and as a result United are falling further and further behind their main rivals.Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has shown a lot of toughness this seasonCredit: ReutersTroy Deeney doesn’t expect Ten Hag to stay on as Man Utd managerCredit: RexSo, there is a part of me that actually respects what he is doing right now in his press conferences with the media — fighting back.He is putting on his gladiator armour, swinging his sword and taking some arrows to the chest trying to shield his stars like a protective dad.It is him against the world — and perhaps with one eye on his next job — he wants to make it clear the problems at United do not just stop with him.But in doing so, with  personal pride kicked around, he’s losing control.Read More on Man UtdHe has banned newspapers and outlets on several occasions. How is that a good thing? Tell me one positive that comes from that? It doesn’t make sense.I remember Sir Alex Ferguson using that tactic but he had won a lot and was a powerful figure in the game, not someone who has only just come to the Premier League.Is Ten Hag really sitting there and saying, “You’re all saying nasty things about me, so you’re banned?”He spoke at length after the FA Cup semi-final against Coventry about how harshly treated United were, calling the reports “embarrassing”.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBut you are Man United and you were 3-0 up against a Coventry team who haven’t made the play-offs this year — and you nearly lost it. How can it be reported in any other way? If you haven’t played well, just admit it, own it and move on.And you know how to take back control? Play well and win games.I know a few United fans who now just don’t believe a word Ten Hag says.Who could be Man Utd’s next manager after Ten Hag?It has all the hallmarks of a boss digging his heels in and saying: “Look, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, I can be powerful if I want to. I can put my foot down.”There are times when this ploy works, it can galvanise a dressing room and show that their boss is fighting for them. But you’re taking a massive risk.There will always be a split of players who agree and disagree with what you’re doing.I reckon right now there is a 70-30 split in that dressing room, and even if that goes in your favour, that’s still a big chunk of your squad who believe that you don’t have a clue.And I would imagine the likes of Casemiro and Raphael Varane, who have played at a far superior level to any of their team-mates, are thinking: “What are we doing here?” They’ve played at the biggest club in the world in Real Madrid and that’s not how they conduct themselves.Have to control the narrativeUnited captain Bruno Fernandes has hinted in an interview recently he may leave and wants to feel loved. Who at Madrid would ever do that?Once you’ve lost people, you can bring them back a little bit but, at the first sign of another crack, it will all come back up.Look, I know how tough it can be to deal with the media when things aren’t going well, or people don’t know the full story of what is going on in the background.I experienced it with Forest Green. It takes a toll on you and your family.But he is an experienced boss. He should be able to control a narrative.And when you start banning the media, all it does is encourage players to read and take note of those reports.Focusing on the wrong thingsThe players  will be thinking: “Hang on, you tell us not to worry about external noises, yet you must read it because you’re banning media outlets.”Every player needs to be focused on their job, not what is being written.It ends up creating more of a divide.Ten Hag has the feel of a man who is paranoid about what is being said by others and where it is coming from, but that happens at every club.People like Ten Hag want to control everything, especially when bad things are being said.READ MORE SUN STORIESIf you use the media to your advantage, you can’t complain when it goes against you. That’s the way of the world.It is indicative of the issues at United right now — Ten Hag is focusing on all the wrong things.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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      Little-known rule could see Man Utd sign Barcelona striker target on free transfer in huge boost to Ten Hag

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      MANCHESTER UNITED could reportedly sign Vitor Roque on a free transfer due to a little-known rule.The Brazilian star has impressed since arriving at Barcelona from Athletico Paranaense.Vitor Roque could leave Barcelona on a free transferCredit: GettyRoque, 19, has scored twice for the LaLiga giants in his 13 appearances and is expected to get even better.However, he could be set for a quick exit from Barcelona due to registration rules.MundoDeportivo have claimed that Roque could be loaned next season if Barcelona can not register him.This has sparked the interest of Sevilla, Real Betis, Napoli and Nice as well as Man United.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSThe report suggests that the clubs have contacted Roque’s representatives about the situation.Roque cost Barcelona £35million in 2023 and signed a contract that will run until 2031.His deal has a release clause worth £430m.The report does suggest that there is an extreme situation that could see Roque leave the club permentantly.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThis would be that if he is not registered he could be considered as a free agent.It would be similar to the cases of Inigo Martinez and Ilkay Gundogan.Erik Ten Hag Press Conference ahead of Crystal Palace clashThe two stars had to wait until Barcelona trimmed their wage bill to be able to afford and register them. Therefore there is a chance that the Red Devils could swoop and sign Roque for nothing.However, it is claimed that Roque wants to remain at Barcelona and would only consider going out on loan. More

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      Man Utd fans think they’ve made first transfer as former Leeds star posts pic in Red Devils shirt and says ‘I’m here’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans believe they have uncovered their first summer signing after Juventus midfielder Weston McKennie bizarrely changed his Facebook profile photo.The American, 25, is preparing to enter the final 12 months of his contract this summer after four years in Italy.Weston McKennie is out of contract with Juventus at the end of next seasonCredit: RexThis photo became his Facebook profile picture, before he quickly changed it backCredit: FacebookAnd he appeared to drop a major hint about a transfer away from Juventus with a strange bit of social media activity on Friday.Ex-Leeds loanee McKennie’s official Facebook page changed its profile picture to an image of him in a Man Utd shirt.Alongside it was a caption that simply read: “I’m here!”This led many Man Utd supporters to the conclusion that he was arriving at Old Trafford in the coming months – nearly two years after he was first linked with the move.READ MORE ON MAN UTDOne said: “I think United were linked with him on a certain deadline day!.. Must have taken the picture then thinking it’ll work out lol.”Another added: “He loves this club.”A third replied: “Won’t be a bad signing tbh.”While a fourth responded: “He coming.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd a fifth said: “🤣🤣🤣 If true, it would mean we want to finally replace Fred.”McKennie has scored 13 goals and assisted a further 15 in 131 appearances for Juventus since arriving from Schalke.Man Utd’s top targets for the transfer windowHe played 20 times while on loan at Leeds during the second half of last season, but failed to help them avoid relegation.Man Utd are set to employ a “sell-to-buy” transfer strategy in the summer window as new co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe continues to take hold of football operations at the club.It is understood they will listen to offers for all but three of the squad.McKennie has featured in 32 of Juventus’ 34 Serie A games this season More