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      Ex-Man Utd star Eric Bailly, 29, becomes unemployed six months after Red Devils release as Besiktas contract terminated

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      FORMER Manchester United star Eric Bailly has had his contract terminated by Turkish club Besiktas.The centre-back joined the Turkish giants in the summer after being released by Manchester United.
      Bailly has had his contract terminated by BesiktasCredit: Getty
      The club confirmed on Twitter that they had released the player in a short statement.
      The club tweeted: “The contract with Eric Bailly, the player of our first team, has been terminated by mutual agreement.
      “We wish Eric Bailly success in his career. Regards. Besiktas JK”
      Villarreal are reportedly close to signing the defender on a free, according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano.
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      Bailly’s release comes amid highly controversial circumstances.
      He was one of five stars banished by the club owing to “poor performances” and “incompatibilities within the team”.
      Bailly’s agent said that the treatment had been unfair, given he was unable to contribute due to injury.
      He made eight appearances for Besiktas before being sidelined by the club.
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      His agent, Rafaela Pimenta, who also represents Erling Haaland, said when Bailly was first taken out of the squad: “We are shocked and it took us by surprise.
      “We are preparing our reaction since we know Eric has done nothing wrong.
      “The player’s rights are being violated and we will make sure to protect him.”
      Bailly, along with Vincent Aboubakar, Rachid Ghezzal, Jean Onana and Valentin Rosier, had all been made to train away from the first-team squad until a transfer or contract termination could be arranged.
      On the players’ exile, new Besiktas president Hasan Arat told the AFP news agency: “Our No1 priority is to build a better team – we will fill the holes in our squad during the [winter] break.”
      Bailly joined United from Villarreal in 2016 and played under former managers Jose Mourinho and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
      He won the League Cup and Europa League during his first season at Old Trafford but a number of injury problems hindered his progress in recent years.
      He was then shipped out on loan to Ligue 1 side Marseille last season after being deemed surplus to requirements by boss Erik ten Hag.
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      He still had 12 months remaining on his £80,000-a-week deal when he was made available for transfer by United in the summer.
      Bailly held talks to link up with former team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo at Al-Nassr but that deal broke down before he headed to Turkey to try to resurrect his career as Besiktas announced his signing on a one-year contract. More

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      Man Utd ‘ready to make transfer offer for £26m France midfielder as Amrabat and Casemiro continue to struggle’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are ready to make an offer for French international Youssouf Fofana, according to reports.As Sofyan Amrabat and Casemiro continue to struggle in Erik ten Hag’s side, the £26million-rated Monaco star is set to be a potential replacement.
      Manchester United are to make a move for Monaco’s £26million rated Youssouf FofanaCredit: Getty
      United are on the hunt for another midfielder as Casemiro is out with an injuryCredit: PA
      Fiorentina loanee Sofyan Amrabat has failed to make an impression at United this seasonCredit: Alamy
      The midfield’s poor performance this season has not gone unnoticed and Ten Hag is ready to bring reinforcements in the new year.
      According to Caught Offside, the Red Devils are monitoring Fofana with a view to launching a bid.
      At just £26m, the 24-year-old would prove quite a steal.
      Man Utd and Monaco now just need to sort an agreement in the coming weeks.
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      Fofana has been a key player this term for Monaco and started in all 15 of his Ligue 1 runouts.
      He has the physical and technical qualities to go far in English football but it is whether he can adapt quickly in the Premier League.
      The ex-Strasbourg star can play as a central and defensive midfielder.
      Fofana has one goal and three assists to his name across all competitions this season.
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      Fofana would find it hard to turn down any approach from Old Trafford, according to the report.
      Man Utd haven’t had the same Casemiro this season as they did last year with the 31-year-old struggling to impress.
      His injury has kept him sidelined since October forcing the Dutch boss to look elsewhere for a midfielder.
      Meanwhile, Fiorentina loanee Amrabat has not fulfilled the expectations those at United would have hoped for.
      The Moroccan international did not even feature in the matchday squad for the Red Devils 3-2 victory against Aston Villa.
      He has now been named in his country’s Afcon squad and could miss a huge chunk of January – perhaps as many as six games. More

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      Barcelona scout Mason Greenwood for third successive game in major hint they’ll make summer transfer for Man Utd striker

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      BARCELONA are determined to land Mason Greenwood – and have sent scouts to his last three matches.Representatives of the Spanish giants have reported that the Manchester United forward is “tailor-made” for the Nou Camp.
      Barcelona want to sign Mason GreenwoodCredit: EPA
      A source said: “Barcelona are hugely interested in Greenwood, and are determined to bring him in.
      “Right now, they are leading the race and are at the front of the queue. Scouts have watched Greenwood and have been tasked with deciding if he fits in with Barcelona’s style of play.
      “The overwhelming view is that he does, and that he would be a strong addition to the squad.”
      A move to Barcelona would represent a massive turnaround for Greenwood, who has been told he has no future at United.
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      The source added: “Mason has settled in Spain and would be happy to stay there. And, of course, when a club like Barcelona comes calling you listen to what they have to say.
      “For Mason it could be a career-changing move and having spent so long out of the game he is keen to make the most of all the new opportunities that now come his way.”
      Earlier this year, Sun Online told how Greenwood was likely to find himself at the centre of Spanish summer transfer flurry.
      The 22-year-old was loaned by Manchester United to Getafe at the start of this season – and has been in impressive form.
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      SunSport understands, Barcelona, Valencia and Real Sociedad are all “monitoring” the England striker and could be poised to make a move in the Summer.
      Our source said: “Mason has done brilliantly since he moved to Spain and is really catching the eye after a strong start to his time at Getafe.
      “There are a number of clubs looking at him in Spain with scouts from Valencia and Sociedad seemingly at the front of the queue.
      “It is highly unlikely Mason will return to Manchester United. That ship has sailed, and he looks set to enjoy the next phase of his career in Spain where he has really settled and found his feet both personally and professionally.
      “He owes a huge debt to Getafe for the help and support they have given him, and it’s possible he could make his move there permanent at the end of the season.
      “But if he carries on playing like he is, other bids and offers are likely to come in, leaving Mason, and the club, with a decision to make. After a very difficult year or so Mason feels like his career is on the up.
      “Erik Ten Hag was always keen to keep Mason but that decision, in the end, was taken out of his hands. He’s now planning for the long term and Mason isn’t part of those plans.” More

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      Newcastle urged to sign former Man Utd star on FREE transfer by club legend Alan Shearer after Forest horror show

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      NEWCASTLE legend Alan Shearer has urged his former club to sign David de Gea in the January transfer window.Eddie Howe’s men have lost six of their last seven games in all competitions as their injury-stricken squad struggles to cope with a packed Christmas schedule.
      Alan Shearer has called on Newcastle to sign a keeper in the January windowCredit: Getty
      David de Gea has been a free agent since leaving Manchester United in the summerCredit: PA
      One of those sidelined for several months is England shot-stopper Nick Pope.
      The 31-year-old suffered a shoulder injury in the 1-0 win over Man Utd earlier this month and is not expected to be back until April.
      Martin Dubravka has been deputising for Pope, but some have been calling for a replacement to be brought in during the mid-season window.
      Now Shearer believes is the right time for Newcastle to sign former Red Devils No1 De Gea, 33.
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      The Spaniard departed Old Trafford at the end of last season after 12 years with the club.
      He played 545 games for Man Utd, winning the Premier League, FA Cup, two Carabao Cups and the Europa League.
      But over the last six months he has been unable to find a club that will match his wage demands.
      However, Shearer does not believe that should deter Newcastle from trying to sign De Gea.
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      Speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live about what Newcastle need in the January window, Shearer said: “I would agree, goalkeeper and centre forward would be the two main priorities for me.
      “But good luck trying to find a good centre forward that you can bring in for a decent amount of money.”
      Shearer was then specifically asked whether he would want his former side to bring in De Gea.
      To which he replied: “Yeah, I would. I think Newcastle need a goalkeeper, and De Gea is out there.
      “I know the salary would be huge but they wouldn’t have to pay a fee for him.” More

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      Verdict on Mason Greenwood revealed as Getafe manager says ‘we bet on him’

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      GETAFE manager Jose Bordalas has claimed the Spanish club “bet on him” by signing Mason Greenwood.Greenwood moved to the Madrid-based side on loan in September after Manchester United announced he wouldn’t play for them again.
      Mason Greenwood moved to Getafe CF on loan in SeptmeberCredit: Getty
      Manager Jose Bordalas has claimed the Spanish club ‘bet on him’Credit: Getty
      The decision came after allegations of attempted rape, assault and controlling coercive behaviour were dropped by the CPS when a key witness refused to co-operate with the prosecution.
      United then launched an internal investigation into Greenwood’s conduct and kept him suspended on full pay of £75,000-a-week.
      But the 22-year-old striker has impressed on the pitch in LaLiga scoring five goals and providing four assists in 15 games since joining.
      And now Bordalas has given his thoughts on Greenwood and how he has settled at Getafe.
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      He told Marca: “Greenwood is a different player, with a lot of talent but in this football talent is not the main thing. It takes more work than talent.”
      “We were confident because of the talent, because of the level he has had,” the Getafe boss continued.
      “Being able to opt for a player of this level at Getafe is complicated, almost impossible. And well, given the situation, we bet on him.
      “We are happy and content because we have a great player, he is a good boy, he has fitted in really well and he just needs to learn a little more Spanish.”
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      Getafe are understood to have told United they would like to buy Greenwood for £40million, but United want to keep Greenwood’s deal as a loan move.
      His future remains uncertain with Barcelona, Atletico Madrid and AC Milan all keeping tabs on his form.
      It comes after Greenwood enjoyed a family Christmas at home after jetting into Manchester with his partner Harriet Robson.
      He was pictured shopping with Wag Harriet in Hale, Cheshire, in the run up to Christmas.
      The couple, who have a baby daughter, flew back to the UK to see family during the La Liga winter break which runs from December 23 to January 3.

      Meanwhile Sir Jim Ratcliffe completed his 25 per cent takeover at Manchester United.
      The British billionaire has purchased a £1.3billion stake in the Red Devils from the Glazer family.
      Ratcliffe, who will run football operations at the club, had initially wanted to become the majority owner, but has now settled for a minority stake.
      And it has been confirmed he will inject £237million into the club. More

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      Man Utd star ‘NOT going to AFCON’ in order to seal January transfer move despite talks over new deal being ‘underway’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED star Hannibal Mejbri is NOT heading to the Africa Cup of Nations in January, according to reports.That is because the Tunisian midfielder, 20, will use the start of 2024 to search for a loan move away from Old Trafford.
      Hannibal Mejbri is looking to seal a loan move away from Old Trafford in JanuaryCredit: Getty
      Hannibal has already been capped 27 times for his country since making his debut in 2021.
      But he was not included in Tunisia’s squad for their World Cup qualifiers in November.
      And according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, he will miss the Africa Cup of Nations – which gets underway in Ivory Coast on January 13.
      Hannibal has made 10 appearances for Man Utd so far this season – four of which have been starts.
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      His first goal for the Red Devils’ senior side came in September in a 3-1 defeat to Brighton.
      Now he is set to search for more game time amid interest from three European clubs – while talks over a new deal with Man Utd get underway.
      The trio of sides monitoring Hannibal are Sevilla, Lyon and Freiburg.
      The midfielder, whose Man Utd deal runs until the end of the season with the option of an additional year, spent the 2022/23 campaign on loan at Championship side Birmingham.
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      He played 41 games for the Blues, scoring one goal and providing six assists.
      After returning to Old Trafford in the summer, he did not feature until he came off the bench to score against Brighton.
      That cameo earned him back-to-back starts against Burnley in the Premier League and Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup.
      But he has played just 15 minutes of league football since September. More

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      Darts sensation Luke Littler, 16, copies Man Utd star’s celebration after landing biggest pay-day at World Championship

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      DARTS wonderkid Luke Littler copied Manchester United star Marcus Rashford’s celebration as he cruised to the Last 16 of the PDC World Darts Championship.Littler has taken the sport by storm with some incredible exploits on the Ally Pally stage that saw him beating the likes of Andrew Gilding and Matt Campbell despite his young age of 16.
      Luke Littler copied Manchester United star Marcus Rashford’s celebrationCredit: Getty
      Rashford performs that celebration every time he scores for Man UtdCredit: Alamy
      Littler punched his ticket to the Last 16 of the PDC World Darts ChampionshipCredit: Rex
      The Runcorn protege punched his ticket to the Round of 16 by beating Campbell on Wednesday in his debut tournament and paid homage to his favourite United star Rashford.
      The schoolboy pointed his finger on his head like the forward does every time he scores a goal for the Red Devils.
      Littler shared a picture of the pose on Instagram and accompanied it with a photo of the England international doing the same.
      The teenager’s post attracted over 17,000 likes and a raft of comments from his 55,000 followers.
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      One fan posted: “Rashford copying Luke it seems.”
      Another commented: “What a boy.”
      A third wrote: “Well played what a performance.”
      This fan said: “Go on Luke, lad smashed it.”
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      And that one stated: “Keep it up mate.”
      Littler broke down in tears after his latest PDC World Darts Championship victory won him a whopping £35,000 and told his mum: “The dream is on.”
      And he then tucked into a late-night kebab, dreaming of the £500,000 top prize. More

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      Barcelona ‘set to step up Mason Greenwood transfer interest’ – as fans threaten to withdraw support if Man Utd ace joins

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      BARCELONA are ready to up their interest in Mason Greenwood, according to reports.The 22-year-old is currently on loan at Getafe from Manchester United.
      Mason Greenwood is on the radar of BarcelonaCredit: Rex
      Greenwood has impressed in Spain, scoring five goals and registering four assists in 15 games.
      His good form has supposedly caught the attention of both Barcelona and Real Madrid.
      TalkSPORT claim both the LaLiga giants are interested and Man Utd have no plans to bring him back to Old Trafford.
      The club initially had the idea of reintegrating him into the team but then decided against it following backlash from fans.
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      Greenwood’s deal at United runs until the summer of 2025 and it means they could sell him at the end of this season.
      Spanish journalist Adrian Sanchez reports that Barcelona are very keen on the striker as they value his dribbling and goalscoring ability.
      However, some Barca supporters are against the idea of signing Greenwood.
      One said: “I will literally stop supporting.”
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      Another added: “We would lose everything I like about this club if we buy him.”
      A third wrote: “Where are our values huh?”
      Greenwood was arrested in January 2022 after abuse allegations were made against him.
      He denied any wrongdoing and the case has since been dropped.
      SunSport exclusively revealed that Greenwood and partner Harriet Robson are enjoying living in Spain and they flew back to Manchester for Christmas. More