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      Man Utd ‘set to be forced into summer transfer Erik ten Hag didn’t want or plan for’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have made signing a new left-back their top summer priority, according to reports.Erik ten Hag has been forced to field a makeshift defence for most of the season due to a string of devastating injuries.Man Utd are set to be forced into a transfer they did not plan on makingCredit: ReutersLuke Shaw’s unreliable fitness has proven detrimental to the Red Devils’ seasonCredit: RexAnother left-back, Tyrell Malacia, has been absent all seasonCredit: GettyThe team’s injury issues at left-back have been especially profound.Luke Shaw has been unavailable for a significant portion of the campaign.Meanwhile, Tyrell Malacia is not set to feature until for the club again until next season, having missed the entirety of the season through mysterious circumstances.The Dutch ace, 24, last featured for the first team nearly a year ago before undergoing surgery for a knee meniscus injury and then saw his return pushed back by a second, corrective surgery.READ MORE ON MAN UTDIn the first half of the season, Sergio Reguilon was on loan from Tottenham and, under assurances from the medical department that Malacia would be back in the winter, the loan was cancelled.However, this has not materialised, and with the unreliable fitness of 28-year-old Shaw, it has left Man Utd without key players.Along with the injury of Lisandro Martinez, Man Utd are without a left-footed player, which would significantly help the team in build up.And according to the Manchester Evening News, the crippling issue has seen club bosses, who are now working under Ineos following their acquisition of a minority share in the club, target a left-back.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSOther areas, such as a new centre-back, defensive midfielder and striker, have been major concerns since last season.If Shaw and Malacia were fit enough to ensure the position was adequately covered then Man Utd would be able to focus their attention on other areas. Man Utd’s top targets for the transfer windowBut in reality, the club now have at least four positions to worry about, before sales are even considered.Man Utd have been in poor form recently, with just one win from their last seven Premier League games.It has seen boss Ten Hag come under mounting pressure.However, recent reports suggest the Dutchman may have a stay of execution due to a lack of alternative options.Though SunSport exclusively revealed that Man Utd players expect Ten Hag to be sacked in the summer.Man Utd are LUCKY to be seventh in the table… one particular stat is terrible, say Dave KiddBy Dave Kidd
      THE frightening thing about Manchester United’s season is that they should really be LOWER than seventh in the Premier League.
      Even during their current run of one win in seven league matches, United’s results have been better than their performances.
      Erik ten Hag’s team deserved to lose each of their last three drawn games against Brentford, Liverpool and Bournemouth.
      On goal difference, United are ninth in the league, while only seven teams have scored fewer than their 47 goals.
      And if we give any credence to ‘expected points’, then that stat would have them 15th in the table.
      If Ten Hag’s men lose Sunday’s FA Cup semi-final to Championship side Coventry, it should not come as a major surprise.
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      I was destroyed for signing ‘failure’ Rasmus Hojlund until Man Utd splashed out £72million for him

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      FORMER Atalanta head of football Lee Congerton was ridiculed for signing Rasmus Hojlund… until the Dane went on to move to Manchester United for a huge profit.Hojlund, 21, had signed for Austrian side Sturm Graz in January 2022 after failing to hit the heights at FC Copenhagen.Rasmus Hojlund signed for Man Utd from Atalanta last AugustCredit: Getty Images – GettyLee Congerton brought Hojlund to AtalantaCredit: Kenny Ramsay – The Sun GlasgowThe striker showed promise in ItalyCredit: GettyJust six months later Congerton had seen enough from the Dane to splash out £17million to sign him – to the disapproval of many observers around the club.”The reality is they destroyed me in Italy during that time,” Welshman Congerton, 50, told the Telegraph.”This foreign guy in Italian football has bought a player from Austria, born 2003, who had been a failure in Copenhagen.”After just one goal in his first 11 Serie A appearances, Hojlund eventually caught fire – netting in his next three.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHaving scored 10 goals for Atalanta in all competitions, he had shown enough promise for Man Utd to fork out £72m to sign him last August.Congerton continued: “If you take away the World Cup, 10 months later, we sold him for €85 million (£72m). That is Atalanta. It’s simple.”They know what they are. They rely on the academy and the scouting.”Having played at semi-pro level in Wales, Congerton has gone on to forge a successful career in executive roles.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERHaving worked with Frank Arnesen at Chelsea and Hamburg, Congerton went on to hold important positions at Sunderland, Celtic and Leicester.He then spent two seasons at Atalanta, before leaving last month for a gig with Saudi Pro League side Al-Ahli.I’m a private chef to football stars, Man Utd’s Rasmus Hojlund is obsessed with baked treat – I make him two a weekCongerton proudly watched from afar as Atalanta, featuring many of his signings, stunned Liverpool 3-0 at Anfield last week.Following the conclusion of his Saudi adventure, whenever that may be, he would love another crack at working in England.He added: “Frank always said he could see me going to different places. I have adventure in me and have been fortunate that my wife has been like that too in terms of trying something new.”I could have stayed at each club longer but it was my choice. You get to three years and I think I need that stimulation. I like to grow things but am always excited by a new challenge.”Like his start at Atalanta, Hojlund took a while to get going at United, failing to score in his first 14 Premier League matches.He then hit an amazing hot streak, netting seven in his next six Prem outings.READ MORE SUN STORIESHis old side Atalanta, meanwhile, replaced him with West Ham forward Gianluca Scamacca.The 25-year-old has excelled since returning to Italy, bagging 14 goals thus far – including two at Anfield last week. More

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      Man Utd fans think wonderkid ‘on the verge of his debut’ after spotting Ten Hag giving him ‘Mainoo treatment’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans named the next academy prospect set for his big break after a warm embrace with manager Erik ten Hag.Ten Hag is undergoing a turbulent campaign as United have tumbled down to seventh place in the Premier League table with 13 points separating them from the top four.Erik ten Hag congratulating United’s U18 champions at Carrington.A very friendly exchange with Harry Amass, in particular. I’d love to see him debut before the season’s out.pic.twitter.com/SotsvudU83— Alex Turk (@AlexCTurk) April 17, 2024

      Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag had a warm exchange with Harry AmassMan Utd manager Ten Hag has integrated a lot of young talent in the last two yearsCredit: GettyMan Utd fans are convinced Amass is set for a senior debut under Ten HagCredit: GettyHowever, the Dutch tactician has successfully promoted some of the club’s best youth talents to the senior squad, with Kobbie Mainoo posing as the most recent example.Mainoo, 18, has been established as a key player in Ten Hag’s midfield and is likely to receive an England call-up for this summer’s Euro 2024.This comes after the ex-Ajax boss also brought in the likes of Alejandro Garnacho and Willy Kambwala.And now United fans believe Harry Amass, 17, is next in line.Read More on Man UtdTen Hag was spotted in Carrington congratulating the Red Devils’ youngsters for winning the Under-18 Premier League North title.The Dutchman met the players while they were having lunch and shook everyone’s hand.But, upon meeting Amass, the United boss spent a little extra time with him as he accompanied his handshake with a warm embrace and a quick chat.United fans stormed social media immediately after that exchange and are adamant it’s only a matter of time until the left-back makes his senior debut.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERMan Utd fans believe Amass will follow in Kobbie Mainoo’s footstepsOne fan tweeted: “The way he congratulated Amass you can tell he likes him.”Another commented: “Amass gets the Mainoo treatment.”Gary Neville reveals telltale signs Erik ten Hag is suffering Man Utd ‘breakdown’ as winless run goes onA third posted: “The way he looked at Amass!!!! He’s surely on the verge of his debut.”This one said: “Amass is his favourite.”And that one posted: “A very friendly exchange with Harry Amass, in particular. I’d love to see him debut before the season’s out.”Amass has already trained with United’s first team this season due to Ten Hag’s ongoing injury hell, which at one point left him without a left-back as both Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia were sidelined.The defender was also involved in the matchday squad that drew 2-2 with rivals Liverpool earlier this month at Old Trafford.However, the England Under-17 international has yet to make his senior debut for the Manchester giants.Man Utd are LUCKY to be seventh in the table… one particular stat is terrible, say Dave KiddBy Dave Kidd
      THE frightening thing about Manchester United’s season is that they should really be LOWER than seventh in the Premier League.
      Even during their current run of one win in seven league matches, United’s results have been better than their performances.
      Erik ten Hag’s team deserved to lose each of their last three drawn games against Brentford, Liverpool and Bournemouth.
      On goal difference, United are ninth in the league, while only seven teams have scored fewer than their 47 goals.
      And if we give any credence to ‘expected points’, then that stat would have them 15th in the table.
      If Ten Hag’s men lose Sunday’s FA Cup semi-final to Championship side Coventry, it should not come as a major surprise.
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      Man Utd’s sexiest fan puts on busty display in bikini to go snorkelling as fans envy ‘very lucky photographer’

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      GASPING fans needed to take a deep breath after seeing Manchester United’s “fittest fan ever” prepare for snorkelling in a bikini.Followers who were “jealous” of Therese Gudmunsen’s photographer on a Bali beach even pronounced her a “princess” of THREE domains!Therese Gudmundsen dazzled admirers in her photoshootCredit: Instagram @thereseutdTherese’s fans wished they were snorkelling in BaliCredit: Instagram @thereseutdSip and dip is her policy as she drunk by the oceanCredit: Instagram @thereseutdPoor Therese will soon be busy with royal duties after admirers hailed her as: “Very beautiful and wonderful, our Red Devil princess”… “Viking princess”… and “Scandinavian princess”.The Norwegian influencer strode out of the crystal-clear ocean in pictures reminiscent of a famous scene from the first James Bond movie, Dr No.Ursula Andress as Honey Ryder emerged from the sea on to silky sand in front of Sean Connery’s Bond in the 1962 classic.And Therese’s fans must have been screaming “Oh, Oh, heaven!” when they saw her latest photoshoot.READ MORE TOP STORIES”Just wow. Very lucky photographer of yours,” said one of her 295,000 Instagram followers.”Wonderful. I am now officially jealous,” confessed another. General verdicts on her snaps from Thailand included: “You look stunning, absolutely stunning!”… “gorgeous” … and “Fittest United Fan Ever”.One diligent coastal observer warned: “Mermaid alert.”Most read in FootballAnd another follower thoughtfully posted: “Happy lovely snorkeling.”Therese is seen online as often in United kit as she is in swimwear, having long been called the club’s “sexiest fan” anywhere in the world.Real Madrid fans brutally snub Man City for tour of Old Trafford as Man Utd fans say ‘they know who the biggest club is’She also impressed Red Devils’ supporters last summer with a tribute message for departing goalkeeper David de Gea.And you don’t need to speak Norse code to know how Norway’s top export to Old Trafford since Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s playing days feels about United.Not even the Red Devils’ erratic form has deterred her from excited visits to the Theatre of Dreams this season. After all, you can’t keep a Gudmun down!Therese has been a beacon of light for many fellow Man Utd fans this seasonThe social media star looks serene in a green crop topCredit: Instagram / thereseutdThe Norwegian tries to work out why the Red Devils are so inconsistentTherese’s followers have a thirst for her snaps but it might be the final straw for boss Erik Ten Hag if United miss out on a European spotCredit: Instagram @thereseutd More

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      Tiger Woods teases huge announcement with golf legend expected to take new job owing to friendship with ex-Man Utd owner

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      TIGER WOODS could soon be named as the USA’s Ryder Cup skipper for 2025 – two years earlier than expected.The golf legend was already tipped for the job in Ireland in 2027 – due to his friendship with the Adare Manor golf-course owner and ex-Manchester United majority shareholder JP McManus.Tiger Woods has thrown his hat into the ring for the Ryder Cup captaincyCredit: ReutersWoods is a pal of ex-Man Utd majority shareholder JP McManus, leading many to think he’d skipper the USA team at Adare Manor in three years’ timeCredit: SportsfileBut the 15-time Major winner, 48, is a strong contender to lead his country at Bethpage Black on Long Island, New York in September next year.Woods has even hinted an announcement could come soon.It follows a mixed Masters last week for the Californian, who has overcome serious injuries, in particular back problems, to resume his top-level career.Woods set a record for making the cut at Augusta 24 times in a row.READ MORE ON TIGERBut he then finished last of the remaining players on 16-over par.His aggregate total of 304 was also his highest ever in 26 appearances at the Masters – worse than the 301 he shot over four rounds in 2022.And although he insists he is knuckling down for the other three majors from May to July, it’s off the course where he could make his next big impact.Woods finally spoke out about the Ryder Cup captaincy when questioned in Augusta.Most read in FootballHe said he would be renewing discussions over the role with the PGA of America’s CEO Steve Waugh following the tournament.Woods explained: “We’re still talking about it.Tiger Woods gives fans ‘all time favourite Masters moment’ by ‘shaking hands with a tree’ on Augusta course“It’s something that Seth and I are going to sit back and talk about after this event.”The US team are smarting from a 16.5-11.5 mauling in Rome in 2023.Unsurprisingly, Team Europe have already announced that Luke Donald has retained the captaincy, with Thomas Bjorn staying as vice-skipper. More

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      Ivan Toney ‘looking to earn more than Bruno Fernandes to push through Man Utd transfer as wage demands revealed’

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      IVAN TONEY is hoping to pocket MORE than Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes if he joins the Red Devils this summer. Toney has been heavily linked with a move away from Brentford, with previous reports speculating that Arsenal were frontrunners.Ivan Toney could request £250k per week in wages from his next clubCredit: GettyIf he joins United, that would put the England striker above Bruno FernandesCredit: RexHowever, United have emerged as potential dark horses in the race for his signature amid their torrid goalscoring campaign.The issue for many suitors is the combination of Brentford’s fee and Toney’s expected wages, which are understood to be around £250k per week. This number – which amounts to £13m per year- is also why Brentford aren’t close to an extension.If Toney were to join the Red Devils on his preferred wages, he’d collect £10k more per week than their skipper Fernandes.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSMason Mount and Anthony Martial currently earn that £250k weekly figure, despite rarely featuring this season.United are no strangers to over-paying players, and have the fourth highest wage bill in the Premier League, despite being seventh in the standings.In fact, if Toney produces goals for United, that would see him be well worth the high wage compared to the rest of the team.United could save millions in wages if they achieve their plans for a mass exodus this summer, with Casemiro, Raphael Varane, Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Jadon Sancho all set to leave the club.Most read in FootballManchester United’s highest earners have barely played this seasonBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERLast week, it was widely reported that the Bees had lowered their asking price from 100m to £40m.But this was later dismissed by manager Thomas Frank after Brentford beat Sheffield United 2-0 on Saturday.Watch Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag storm out of press conference after Bournemouth drawFrank said: “Normally I don’t go into these price labels, but I would say £30-40m is very cheap for a 20-goal goalscorer in the Premier League.”The initial £100m fee caused Arsenal and Chelsea to cool their interest in the England international.Arsenal would prefer to bring in a younger profile of striker and may launch a bid for Sporting CP’s Viktor Gyokeres this summer.Still, Brentford will likely ask for around £80m for Toney this summer, according to Ben Jacobs.Toney’s stats this season since JanuaryMan Utd are LUCKY to be seventh in the table… one particular stat is terrible, say Dave KiddBy Dave Kidd

      THE frightening thing about Manchester United’s season is that they should really be LOWER than seventh in the Premier League.
      Even during their current run of one win in seven league matches, United’s results have been better than their performances.
      Erik ten Hag’s team deserved to lose each of their last three drawn games against Brentford, Liverpool and Bournemouth.
      On goal difference, United are ninth in the league, while only seven teams have scored fewer than their 47 goals.
      And if we give any credence to ‘expected points’, then that stat would have them 15th in the table.
      If Ten Hag’s men lose Sunday’s FA Cup semi-final to Championship side Coventry, it should not come as a major surprise.
      Click here to read Dave Kidd’s column in full.
      To read more from Dave Kidd, click here. More

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      Man Utd, Arsenal and Chelsea in major Victor Osimhen transfer boost as Napoli move for replacement

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      CHELSEA, MANCHESTER UNITED and Arsenal have been given a boost in their battle to sign Napoli striker Victor Osimhen.The Italian club are reported to have lined up a replacement for the Nigerian centre forward, paving the way for him to make a big-money move to the Premier League this summer.Victor Osimhen could be set to leave Napoli this summerCredit: AlamyLille frontman Jonathan David, himself a target for a number of Premier League clubs, is the man Napoli want to fill Osimhen’s boots.According to Gazzetta Dello Sport, Canada international David is ready to join the Italian club even if they fail to qualify for European football next season.Napoli and Lille are said to be haggling over David’s transfer fee, with the Italians said to be offering £30m plus bonus payments while the Ligue 1 side want £42.7m up front.But the negotiations appear to signal that Napoli are resigned to losing Osimhen, the striker who fired them to the Serie A title last season, this summer.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLOsimhen’s release clause is believed to be up to £110m, putting him within the reach of only a small number of clubs.Long-term suitors Chelsea and United would have to raise money through sales to be able to afford the 25 year old. Inside Victor Osimhen’s life as a footballerArsenal would also have to think hard about breaking the club transfer record they set when Declan Rice arrived from West Ham for £105m.The Premier League trio are also likely to face stiff competition from Champions League semi-finalists Paris Saint-Germain.Most read in FootballThe French side regard Osimhen as the best candidate to replace star striker Kylian Mbappe, with the Frenchman all but certain to join Real Madrid on a free transfer this summer.Napoli are prepared to triple David’s wages at Lille to nearly £60,000 per week and to give the 24 year old a five-year deal.New York-born David helped Lille win a shock French title in his first season at the club  in 2020/1 and has continued to bang in the goals.The former Gent striker has found the net 81 times in 175 appearances for Lille.Lille hotshot Jonathan David has been linked with a Premier League move but is now set to join NapoliCredit: Alamy More

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      Man Utd ‘could use Mason Greenwood in swap transfer to sign top centre-back target’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED could use Mason Greenwood in a swap deal this summer to land a transfer target.The Red Devils have been linked with signing a new centre-back ahead of next season.Mason Greenwood could head to Juventus as part of a swap transferCredit: GettyThe potential deal would see Gleison Bremer join Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyMeanwhile, Greenwood’s future remains unclear beyond the end of his loan spell with Getafe.A move to Juventus has now emerged as a possibility amid reported interest from the Italian giants.The Serie A side are even willing to include United target Gleison Bremer as part of the deal.According to Gazzetta dello Sport, Juventus believes Greenwood “could become an opportunity”.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSGreenwood is on the club’s list of forward targets and United’s interest in Bremer boosts their chances of a deal.The Red Devils have moved ahead of other clubs targeting the Brazilian defender thanks to the possibility of a swap deal, the report adds.United would still have to pay a fee alongside including Greenwood to sign Bremer, though.Bremer joined Juventus in 2022 and signed a contract extension through to 2028 in December.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe has made 31 league appearances for the side sitting third in Serie A this season.Meanwhile, Greenwood has scored eight goals and provided five assists on loan at Getafe this term.Watch Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag storm out of press conference after Bournemouth drawJuventus’ interest in the 22-year-old comes after Fabio Capello urged the Italians to sign Greenwood.He told Gazzetta dello Sport: “I’ve heard about Greenwood.”A Manchester United talent who has been affected by personal issues, but seems reborn at Getafe. There are no doubts about his qualities.”Barcelona have also been linked with a move throughout the season.Meanwhile, several Premier League clubs have reportedly shown an interest in a summer move for Greenwood. More