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      Man Utd ‘send scouts to watch Barcelona wonderkid, 19, score screamer on international duty’ to bolster shaky defence

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      MANCHESTER UNITED sent scouts to watch Barcelona defender Mikayil Faye score a stunner on his Senegal debut on Friday night as they line up a potential summer transfer.The centre-back, 19, is yet to feature for Barcelona’s first-team but his performances for their B side have already earned him a national team call-up.Mikayil Faye is being linked with a move to Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyHe lined up in a back three as Senegal claimed a comfortable 3-0 victory in the friendly.And Faye, who has three goals for Barcelona B, produced a remarkable moment of magic on the stroke of half-time.The ball came out to him 30 yards from goal and his wonderful left-footed strike flew into the top corner to double Senegal’s lead.According to The Mail, Man Utd have been following his progress for three months.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe youngster, who can play as a left-back or centre-half, joined Barcelona from NK Kustosija in Croatia one year ago.But Man Utd face an uphill task if they are to tempt Barcelona to sell Faye.The LaLiga champions rejected £13million offers from Nice and Lens in January – with their asking price believed to be in the region of £25m.However, that has not deterred interest from some top clubs.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBayer Leverkusen and Inter Milan are two sides understood to be keen on the defender.Leverkusen could prove to be the biggest challengers to Erik ten Hag’s men as they are keen to bolster their squad in the summer to help keep manager Xabi Alonso and give him a real chance of competing in the Champions League.Sir Jim Ratcliffe, 71, needs a PB in London Marathon if he’s to make Man Utd’s FA Cup semi-final after kick-off switchBut Man Utd could yet land the Senegal international – who would provide much-needed defensive cover.Ten Hag has been hampered by injuries at left-back and centre-back this season – most notably Luke Shaw, Tyrell Malacia and Lisandro Martinez. More

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      Donny van de Beek’s future up in the air as German giants make shock decision on Man Utd star

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      DONNY VAN DE BEEK is set to return to Manchester United this summer with Eintracht Frankfurt unlikely to make his loan permanent.The Dutchman, 26, joined the Bundesliga side on loan in January having hardly featured for the Red Devils this term.Donny van de Beek has played six times for Eintracht FrankfurtCredit: GettyVan de Beek, 26, struggled for game time at Man UtdCredit: RexVan de Beek viewed the loan switch as a chance to revive his career away from Old Trafford.Things have not gone to plan, however, with the midfielder having only managed six appearances for his loan side, failing to register a goal or assist.He has lost his starting place in recent weeks, with Eintracht disappointed in his output.According to German outlet Bild, the Bundesliga side do not want to active their £8.5million option to buy Van de Beek.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe former Ajax ace will have a year remaining on his United contract come the summer.Van de Beek was managed by Erik ten Hag during his successful stint in Amsterdam.But Ten Hag’s arrival in Manchester failed to kickstart Van de Beek’s United career.He made just two brief substitute appearances for the Red Devils during the first half of this season, prior to moving on loan.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERVan de Beek joined Man Utd in a £39m deal in 2020.He has played 62 times for the Red Devils, scoring two goals and laying on a pair of assists.Gabby Agbonlahor says that Donny Van de Beek should be given a chance in the Man Utd midfield The playmaker spent the second half of the 2021-22 season on loan at Everton.He played seven times for the Toffees, netting once. More

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      Man Utd make Brazil defender their ‘No1 summer transfer target’ as star has £43m release clause in his contract

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are interested in signing Juventus star Gleison Bremer, according to reports.The Red Devils have been heavily tipped to sign a defender since last summer with a number of targets linked.Manchester United could try and sign Gleison Bremer this summerCredit: AlamySpeculation has ramped up following the appointment of Dan Ashworth as sporting director, with the former Newcastle chief identifying potential upgrades.One player of interest is centre-back Bremer, according to Italian outlet Corriere dello Sport.The Brazilian only signed a new contract in December, tying him down to Juventus until 2028.However it is claimed Bremer has a release clause in his deal worth £43million.READ MORE ON MAN UTDUnited could make a move for the 27-year-old this summer, although new co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is keen to snap up young talent as opposed to ageing stars like Casemiro or Raphael Varane.That means the Red Devils could pursue a transfer for Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite, who earned his first call up to the England squad this week.Everton have priced the youngster at an eye-watering £75m however, with United hoping to negotiate the price down to £50m.United have previously been linked with Nice defender Jean-Clair Todibo, but former player Rio Ferdinand has identified two other targets.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFerdinand likes the look of Barcelona defender Ronald Araujo and Lens ace Kevin Danso.He said of the pair: “The boy at Lens, there’s one there, he’s good.’You’re insulting me’ – Roy Keane fumes at Gary Neville leaving former Man Utd team-mate stunned during disagreement”The Uruguayan boy at Barcelona – Araujo. Whether he’s gettable or not, I think he’s brilliant. He’s an unreal centre-half.”He has every attribute to be perfect for the Premier League. I’d probably say he’s the standout, but whether he’s gettable or not, I don’t know.” More

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      Arsenal, Liverpool and Man City out to beat Man Utd to £86m transfer for Real Madrid star who could lose spot to Mbappe

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      FOUR Premier League giants are ready for a huge tug-of-war transfer fight over Real Madrid star Rodrygo, according to reports.Manchester City, Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester United are all monitoring the 23-year-old Brazilian.Rodrygo has attracted interest from four Prem giantsCredit: GettyWith Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe set to join, Spanish outlet SPORT report the LaLiga giants would be willing to open negotiations on Rodrygo if they receive offers above £86million.Treble-winners City have kept tabs on Rodrygo since his two stoppage-time goals helped to knock out the Prem champions in their dramatic 2022 Champions League semi-final.The winger, whose £205,000-a-week Bernabeu contract runs until 2028, has bagged 13 goals and provided nine assists in 41 Real games this term.United fans are keen on signing Rodrygo, who starred in Brazil’s 1-0 win over England on Saturday.But they could face a challenge for his signature from Arsenal or Liverpool, particularly if Mo Salah leaves Anfield amid links to Saudi Arabia.Interest could ramp up in the summer and Real Madrid already have a ready-made replacement for the forward in 17-year-old Endrick, who agreed a transfer to the Bernabeu in December 2022.However Rodrygo’s future will most likely be determined by what happens with Mbappe.The Frenchman is out of contract in the summer and has been tipped to swap PSG for Real Madrid.Most read in FootballRodrygo has played as a no9 at times this seasonBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERBut he was expected to do the same two years ago before a dramatic U-turn led him to pen a new contract.Reports claim Mbappe has signed a five-year deal with Real Madrid which includes an £85million signing-on fee.Football stars’ weird phobias More

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      Champions League giants baulk at ‘outrageous’ asking price for Mason Greenwood transfer with Man Utd exit imminent

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      ATLETICO MADRID have been left stunned by Manchester United’s “outrageous” asking price for Mason Greenwood, according to reports.The forward is set to be sold by the Red Devils this summer.Mason Greenwood has spent this season on loan at GetafeCredit: GettyUnited’s stance is a blow for Getafe, who had hoped to take Greenwood on loan again.But Greenwood has received interest from a number of other LaLiga clubs.Among them are Atletico, who want to bolster their forward line.According to Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo, Diego Simeone’s side have been left appalled by United’s “outrageous” asking price.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThey claim that the Red Devils want £51.3million for their academy product.Greenwood, 22, will have a year left on his Man Utd contract at the end of the season.The one-cap England international has not played for the Red Devils since a police investigation into him was launched in January 2022.Charges of attempted rape, assault and controlling and coercive behaviour were later dropped.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERBut United opted to loan him to Getafe last summer.He has played 24 times in LaLiga thus far, scoring six goals and laying on five assists.Mason Greenwood wants an investigation into whether Jude Bellingham called him a “rapist” droppedSpeaking at the Financial Times business of football summit last month, LaLiga president Javier Tebas said of Greenwood: “I’m a lawyer, for someone that has come out of a legal case innocent, there’s nothing to say.”I think it’s good because he’s another great player. Maybe the circumstances have made it easier for him to come, but he’s a great player and I have got no other comments to make.”He’s doing really well at Getafe as a player and I hope he continues to be successful and continues to stay in Spanish football, because that’s always good for us.”When someone isn’t condemned, what should we have done? This is what courts exist for. It is not up to me to know his case in detail.”He is just another player.”Tebas later added: “Greenwood was not condemned, so I don’t care.” More

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      Man Utd striker Mason Greenwood ‘attracting new interest from European giants’ with Getafe loan transfer off the table

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      MASON GREENWOOD is reportedly attracting interest from one of Europe’s biggest clubs.The Manchester United attacker is currently on loan at La Liga outfit Getafe after leaving Old Trafford in the summer.Mason Greenwood is reportedly being eyed by a European giantCredit: GettyGreenwood joined Getafe on a 12-month loan following a period away from the pitch after charges of attempted rape, controlling and coercive behaviour, and assault against the striker were dropped in February last year.And SunSport understands that despite Getafe hoping to extend the 22-year-old’s stay in Spain with another loan move, Man Utd are only looking to sell Greenwood if they are to let him leave at all.Reports elsewhere have now suggested that European giant Juventus are considering a permanent move for the Bradford-born winger this summer.According to Italian outlet Gazzetta dello Sport, Juve have identified Greenwood as a potential signing.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLExecs at the Serie A club are said to think they can sign the one-time England international for a cut-price with his contract at United set to expire in 2025.While his raw talent and young age are also understood to be major draws for the Old Lady.Greenwood has impressed this season while on loan with Getafe netting six goals and registering five assists in his 24 La Liga appearances.But it’s not yet known whether he will be leaving Manchester United this summer once he returns from his 12 months abroad.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSNew minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe claimed no decision has been made on Greenwood’s future when asked about him staying in Manchester.He said: “It’s quite clear we have to make a decision. There is no decision that’s been made.Who could be Man Utd’s next manager after Ten Hag?”He’s on loan, obviously, but he’s not the only one. We’ve got one or two footballers that we have to deal with and we have to make a decision on, so we will do that.”The process will be: understand the facts, not the hype, and then try and come to a fair decision on the basis of values. Is he a good guy or not? “Could he play sincerely for Manchester United well? Would we be comfortable with it, and would the fans be comfortable with it?” More

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      Man Utd ‘considering NINE other candidates to replace Ten Hag including three Prem bosses’ after Southgate snub

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have a whopping NINE alternatives on their managerial wishlist after publicly being snubbed by Gareth Southgate, it’s been claimed.New Red Devils part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has reportedly made the Three Lions boss his No.1 choice to replace current manager Erik ten Hag.Erik ten Hag’s future at Manchester United is in major doubtCredit: EPAEngland boss Gareth Southgate is high on United’s wishlist to replace the Dutchman but has publicly snubbed the jobCredit: GETTYRed Devils part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has a further NINE names on his wishlistCredit: PABut Southgate – whose current contract with England expires in December – has publicly distanced himself from the job.Ratcliffe, however, hasn’t hedged all his bets on installing the former Middlesborough gaffer as the new man in the Old Trafford dugout next season.That’s according to ESPN, who claim the new United brass have a further NINE names on their managerial candidates’ list.That list includes former Brighton and Chelsea boss Graham Potter, who SunSport exclusively revealed last year is in contention to succeed Ten Hag.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLPotter’s successor as Brighton Roberto De Zerbi is also said to be on the list, as well as Brentford boss Thomas Frank.Thomas Tuchel – who is set to leave Bayern Munich at the end of the season – is rumoured to be on the shortlist, as is Germany boss Julian Nagelsmann.Out-of-work duo Julen Lopetegui and Zinedine Zidane, who both managed Real Madrid, are also on the list, which also includes Sporting Lisbon chief Ruben Amorim.ESPN also claim Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou could be targeted if United continue their “aggressive recruitment policy”.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSTottenham boss Ange Postecoglou is on United’s shortlist of potential new managersCredit: ReutersRatcliffe has already poached Omar Berrada from Manchester City and appointed him the club’s new CEO.And he’s made a bold approach to Newcastle about the availability of Dan Ashworth, whom he wants to appoint as the club’s sporting director.Inside Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s amazing lifestyleIt’s unclear whether under-pressure England boss Southgate is keen to return to club management should he leave The Three Lions this winter.But he’s refusing to entertain the prospect of managing United at this moment in time, saying: “I think there are two things from my point of view.”One is that I’m the England manager, I’ve got one job basically — to try and deliver a European Championship.”Clearly before that, there are two important games this week.”Second thing is, Manchester United have a manager and I think it is always completely disrespectful when there is a manager in place.”I’m president of the LMA [League Managers’ Association] so I don’t have any time for that sort of thing really.”Manchester United will be back in action a week on Saturday, travelling to West London to take on Brentford.Inside Ratcliffe’s Man Utd plansEverything you need to know as Sir Jim Ratcliffe takes charge at Manchester United… More

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      ‘You’d like to see him on the field’ – Rasmus Hojlund backs ‘unsatisfied’ Man Utd team-mate after Ten Hag meeting

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      RASMUS HOJLUND has urged Erik ten Hag to re-integrate Christian Eriksen into Manchester United’s starting XI.The Denmark international has fallen down the pecking order at Old Trafford in recent months and has had to settle for a place on the bench.Christian Eriksen has fallen down the Manchester United pecking orderCredit: ALAMYClub and international team-mate Rasmus Hojlund has urged Erik ten Hag to give the Dane more playing timeCredit: REUTERSHojlund understands Eriksen’s frustrations with his lack of first-team footballCredit: GETTYEriksen’s contract at the Theatre of Dreams expires next summer and his lack of football has prompted questions about his future.And his club and international team-mate Hojlund hopes to see him back on the pitch sooner rather than later.The striker told TV2: “He holds his head high and he is a class player. There is absolutely no doubt about that.“There is no concern at all from me about it.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWS”Of course, you want to play football And I’m sure he does too.”He is a good player, so you would like to see him on the field.”Eriksen, 32, has been an unused substitute in six of United’s last seven matches in all competitions.And to say the midfielder is unhappy with his current situation would be a massive understatement.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSChristian Eriksen has publicly voiced his frustrations to manager Erik ten HagCredit: PAHe said: “I have previously stated that I am not satisfied with not playing.”But it’s not something that keeps me up at night. Gareth Southgate breaks silence on Man Utd job after major update on Erik Ten Hag’s future”The team is performing, and I must respect the role you have alongside.“I have had a conversation with Erik about being unhappy with the situation and wanting to play as much as possible.”Eriksen has found himself playing second fiddle to teen sensation Kobbie Mainoo, who was recently called up to the England squad.Manchester United will be back in a week on Saturday, travelling to West London to take on Eriksen’s former side Brentford. More