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      Tottenham step up Radu Dragusin transfer chase and are already in talks to hijack Man Utd’s top target

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      TOTTENHAM have Genoa ace Radu Dragusin in their sights as they step up their search for a new centre-back.The Romanian was watched by Spurs scouts against his former club Juventus on Friday night.
      Radu Dragusin is being tracked by several Premier League clubsCredit: Getty
      Dragusin’s agent Florin Manea revealed this week he has had discussions with the North Londoners over his £26million-rated client.
      Manea said: “With Tottenham it was just a discussion about Radu. There is an interest from them, we will see what will happen in the next period.”
      Dragusin helped Genoa win promotion to Serie A last term, having joined from Juve in 2020.
      The 21-year-old is reportedly also on the radar of Manchester United and Arsenal.
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      He was signed by the Old Lady under Fabio Paratici, who went on to become Spurs’ managing director of football.
      Paratici stepped down from his role at Tottenham last April, but then went on to work for them on a consultancy basis and has been spotted at Spurs’ games this season.
      Bringing in a new recruit to the middle of defence is Tottenham’s top transfer priority when the window opens next month.
      A host of players are under consideration, including Bournemouth’s Lloyd Kelly and Marc Guehi of Crystal Palace. Though Everton’s Ben Godfrey is understood not to be a target.
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      Talks have already begun between Spurs and Nice over the possible signing of in-demand Jean-Clair Todibo, who is valued in the £30million-plus bracket.
      Left-back Ben Davies has been filling in for the injured Micky van de Ven since the Dutchman damaged his hamstring in the 4-1 home defeat to Chelsea at the start of November.
      While the disciplinary record of Van de Ven’s centre-back partner Cristian Romero means more depth in that area is even more of a necessity. More

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      Raging Man Utd fans say ‘SCRAP the season’ as club chief reveals January transfer plans

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      RAGING Manchester United fans want to “scrap the season” after the club revealed their January transfer plans. Red Devils supporters have endured a difficult first half of the season under Erik ten Hag.
      Manchester United fans could be left disappointed in JanuaryCredit: Getty
      There are unlikely to be many ins or outs in the upcoming transfer windowCredit: Reuters
      The club sit seventh in the Premier League, have already been dumped out of the Carabao Cup and finished bottom of their Champions League group – with 12 defeats from 25 matches overall.
      And supporters’ mood took another dent following the latest fans’ forum.
      Fans were hoping for various incomings and outgoings to boost the campaign.
      But those hopes were dashed by United’s Chief Operating Officer Collette Roche.
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      She told attendees not to expect much activity in the upcoming transfer market.
      Roche said: “We have been consistent in saying we do not see January as the optimal time to do business.”
      And the update has not gone down well with fans.
      One said: “And this is way we fail and already scrap this season off.”
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      Another wrote: “Did she forget we bought Bruno in a January window – that turned out ok?”
      A third sarcastically added: “Good strategy, whatever we’ve been doing for the last decade is working well so keep up the good work.”
      And a final user replied: “Being consistent with our business strategies is only a positive if we’ve been consistently good, which we haven’t.”
      Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s imminent £1.25billion investment to purchase 25 per cent of the club is set to go through this week before Christmas.
      But with Financial Fair Play regulations and the lengthy due process of Ratcliffe’s arrival mean big-money signings are off the cards until next summer.
      Jadon Sancho and Donny van de Beek could both leave – if clubs come in with suitable deals for the pair of outcasts.
      But Anthony Martial and Antony – despite being unwanted by Ratcliffe – may end up staying.
      A fifth of Ratcliffe’s investment is dedicated to improvements at he crumbling, decaying and leaking Old Trafford.

      But it is understood those plans are also being shelved following the huge rise in costs of materials.
      Instead of structural improvements or any rebuilding work, United are more likely to spend money on a “facelift” with fresh paintwork and updates to executive suites. More

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      Man Utd outcast Jadon Sancho thrown lifeline as RB Leipzig enter transfer race – and fans all want same swap deal

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      RB LEIPZIG are reportedly interested in signing Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho.The 23-year-old was axed from the United squad in September following a public fallout with Erik ten Hag.
      RB Leipzig are interested in Jadon SanchoCredit: Getty
      Following the club’s 3-1 defeat to Arsenal, Ten Hag claimed that Sancho had been left out of the squad due to his performances in training.
      However, the England star immediately hit back with a social media statement and argued that he was made a “scapegoat”.
      Sancho has since been removed from the Man Utd WhatsApp group and told to train separately from the first team.
      He is not expected to return to the squad any time soon, so club officials are determined to offload him in January.
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      And according to BILD, RB Leipzig are interested.
      Man Utd are expected to sell Sancho for a fraction of the £73million fee they paid for him in 2021.
      However, his £350,000-a-week wages are understood to be a problem for RB Leipzig.
      United fans are now calling for the club to go for a swap deal including Lois Openda, who has scored 14 goals in 24 games so far this season.
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      Sancho has made just three Premier League appearances this season
      Man Utd fans want to sign Lois Openda
      One person wrote: “We want Openda.”
      Another commented: “Good Give us Openda/(Timo) Werner and take Sancho.”
      While a third simply said: “Openda please!”
      Borussia Dortmund have also held an interest in bringing Sancho back in recent months.
      The Bundesliga giants had been keen on the prospect of a swap deal including Donyell Malen.
      However, SunSport exclusively revealed last week that Dortmund had cooled their interest.
      A source said: “The situation with Sancho is turning into a nightmare. Club, manager and player are keen for a deal to happen in January.
      “They’ve been working flat out to try to get something in place. A loan move is in the interest of all parties but, so far, nobody has come in with a firm offer.
      “Dortmund were interested but there is a concern that Sancho won’t be fit enough to hit the ground running, which is putting them off.”
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      Sancho spent four years with Borussia Dortmund before joining Man Utd.
      He scored 50 goals and provided 64 assists in 137 appearances for the German side. More

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      Man Utd ‘want controversial swap transfer for former Leeds star’ in bid to offload Jadon Sancho

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are eyeing a shock swap deal with Barcelona involving Jadon Sancho, according to reports.The Red Devils are open to sending the exiled winger to Spain in order to sweeten a deal for Raphinha.
      Jadon Sancho is looking for a Man Utd escape routeCredit: Alamy
      Man Utd are supposedly open to replacing him with Barcelona’s RaphinhaCredit: Getty
      Man Utd want to sell Sancho in January with him yet to feature since his public fall out with Erik ten Hag.
      The England star has not played since claiming the manager treats him like a “scapegoat” after being left out a matchday squad on September 3.
      And having refusing to apologise to Ten Hag, Sancho is currently banned from first-team training.
      There was interest in the 23-year-old from Juventus, who have since reportedly pulled out the race.
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      RB Leipzig, Borussia Dortmund and Saudi Arabian clubs remain possible destinations.
      But speculation from Spanish outlet SPORT says that Barcelona could join the battle for him.
      The Catalan giants want to offload Raphinha with Man Utd keen and they are willing to offer Sancho and cash in a deal for the ex-Leeds star.
      However, the Brazilian currently does not want to leave the Nou Camp despite struggling for form this season.
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      Raphinha has scored just two goals in 16 matches this season.
      Claims also suggest that a Saudi Arabian club could tempt him to the Middle East if a return to the Premier League does not materialise.
      The 27-year-old has previously been linked with Chelsea and Tottenham. More

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      Jim Ratcliffe ‘to complete £1.25bn Man Utd investment before Christmas’ but should fans expect much in their stockings?

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      SIR JIM RATCLIFFE is reportedly set to complete his £1.25billion investment in Manchester United before Christmas.But fans are being warned not to expect their stockings to be full of presents despite the billionaire’s arrival.
      Sir Jim Ratcliffe is set to complete his 25 per cent purchase of Manchester UnitedCredit: AFP
      Jadon Sancho could leave in January but there are unlikely to be any big-name signingsCredit: Getty
      The Ineos chief and lifelong Red Devils supporter is stumping up the mega cash for a 25 per cent stake in the Old Trafford club.
      Talks have rumbled on for months but now the Daily Mail claim it could finally get over the line and announced this week in a big festive boost.
      However, it will likely take between six and eight weeks for approval to come through.
      And to make matters worse, the report adds that immediate big-name transfers and major improvements to Old Trafford are off the cards.
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      SunSport exclusively revealed that Ratcliffe wants to oversee a huge clearout at United – both in the dressing room and the boardroom.
      Richard Arnold is already on his way out as the hunt for a new CEO continues with Dave Brailsford, Jean-Claude Blanc and Dougie Freedman in line.
      On the pitch, Antony and Anthony Martial as well as outcasts Jadon Sancho and Donny van de Beek could all be let go if deals can be agreed.
      But due to Financial Fair Play restrictions, United cannot afford to stump up huge transfer fees to improve the squad in January – despite calls for improvements across the pitch after a stuttering season that has featured 12 defeats from 25 matches and an early Champions League exit.
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      And in a further blow for hopeful Manchester United fans, work will not begin on updating the stadium just yet.
      Part of the £1.25bn investment includes £250million dedicated to the infrastructure with Old Trafford now crumbling, decaying and leaking.
      But while sorting out these problems remains a top priority for Ratcliffe, it is understood those plans are being shelved for the time being.
      United employed architects to draw up various ways of improving Old Trafford – including a full demolition and rebuilding job.
      But the prices of materials have soared over the last year, pushing up the costs of any construction work.
      And it means the £250m would not even be enough just to replace the Sir Bobby Charlton Stand.
      Instead, the Mail report suggests Old Trafford could be given a “facelift”.
      That may include some paintwork around the ground and improved executive suites which in turn will help to drive up much-needed corporate revenue.
      Major improvements to Old Trafford could be put on hold due to rising costsCredit: Alamy
      The billionaire Ineos chief has grand plans to transform his beloved Red DevilsCredit: PA More

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      Jose Mourinho reveals Man Utd still have players he told club to get rid of when he was boss with four stars in frame

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      JOSE MOURINHO has claimed Manchester United still have some of his dead wood on their books.The Portuguese gaffer guided United to Europa League and Carabao Cup glory in his first of two seasons at the Old Trafford helm.
      Jose Mourinho guided Manchester United to a cup double in his first seasonCredit: PA
      The Special One was given his marching orders by the club in December 2018Credit: Reuters
      Mourinho claims the club still has four players on its books that he told them to axeCredit: GETTY
      The Red Devils finished second in the Prem table the following season, although The Special One was relieved of his duties in December 2018.
      Mourinho felt like his squad was carrying several passengers, some of whom he’s claimed are now the burden of current United boss Erik ten Hag.
      During an appearance on John Obi Mikel’s ‘Obi One’ podcast, he said: “There are still people in that club, and when I say people I mean some players.
      “But also some other people that are not players, that are still there when I told [United] after two months: With these people, you are never going to do it [be successful].
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      “And they are still there.”
      Mourinho didn’t name specific players, but Luke Shaw, Anthony Martial, Marcus Rashford and Scott McTominay are the only players still at United from his first season in charge.
      The 60-year-old hasn’t been afraid to criticise his former employers in the five years since his sacking.
      But he was full of praise for the club’s now-former CEO Richard Arnold, who left the Theatre of Dreams last month ahead of Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s imminent shake-up.
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      The Roma boss said: “They still have a CEO who is an amazing person, who I would love to have had during my time there, that’s Richard Arnold, who is probably now leaving.
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      Jose Mourinho insists he has no regrets about his time at Manchester UnitedCredit: AFP
      “I had him as a Commercial Director, not a CEO, and I would love to have had him on my side in my time there, but the club wasn’t easy.”
      Despite being given the chop, Mourinho doesn’t look back negatively on his time at Old Trafford.
      He said: “I don’t have regrets because I gave everything.
      “The Man United fans know I gave everything, they know how much I love the club.
      “I went there once with Sky, I was in the box giving my comments and the whole stadium turned to me applauding and singing for me.
      “If that happens when I go to Inter, Real Madrid, Porto or Chelsea you say it’s because of everything we won.
      “But when you go to Man United, a club with that history, and they do that for a coach who only won a Europa League, League Cup, Charity Shield and finished second, you arrive at the conclusion that they know I gave everything I could.”
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      Man Utd in huge injury boost as star midfielder trains ahead of busy festive schedule after five weeks out

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      CHRISTIAN ERIKSEN is back in training for injury-hit Manchester United.Eriksen was pictured at Carrington on Monday – the day after United fought for a 0-0 draw at Liverpool – which will be a welcome boost for a side struck by absences.
      Christian Eriksen injured his left knee five weeks agoCredit: AFP
      But the Dane is back in full trainingCredit: GETTY
      His return to training is a welcome boost for manager Erik ten HagCredit: Getty
      The midfielder, 31, has been sidelined with a knee issue picked up five weeks ago during the first half of the Red Devils’ 1-0 win against Luton.
      Eriksen’s absence from the starting XI has coincided with creative struggles for the Red Devils, who have blown hot and cold this season.
      But club legend Paul Scholes believes his return will somewhat alleviate some of his former side’s problems.
      He told TNT Sports: “I think when Christian Eriksen and Casemiro return [from injury], that’ll make them a lot more relaxed.
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      “It’ll add a lot more experience and quality. I’m hoping when those two come back, things will improve for Ten Hag.”
      Despite Eriksen’s return to training, Red Devils boss Erik ten Hag will have a major injury headache ahead of Saturday’s match with West Ham.
      Casemiro, Tyrell Malacia and Lisandro Martinez – who all arrived in the summer of 2022 – have been ruled out of the trip to the London Stadium.
      Harry Maguire, Mason Mount, Victor Lindelof and Amad Diallo are also sidelined, while Anthony Martial missed the trip to Anfield through illness.
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      Erik ten Hag is currently in the midst of an injury crisisCredit: ALAMY
      Ten Hag lamented United’s injury woes last week, saying after their premature Champions League exit: “It is simple.
      “Today we have to make subs and we are losing players and players who are very decisive for our game.
      “Who can make the difference and in many games, it was the case in this campaign that we did not always have the players available we wanted to play.” More

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      Man Utd transfer chief ‘holds talks in Saudi Arabia’ with four players worth combined £230million up for sale

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      MANCHESTER UNITED football director John Murtough has reportedly been in Saudi Arabia discussing potential exits from Old Trafford.The Red Devils are looking to raise funds ahead of the January transfer window and are said to be ready to listen to offers for FOUR major players.
      Football Director John Murtough (right) has reportedly been in Saudi Arabia discussing transfers for Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      Jadon Sancho is said to be amongst the names discussedCredit: Getty
      According to the Mail Online, Murtough held discussions with representatives from the Saudi Pro League over potential departures from Man Utd.
      It is reported that Jadon Sancho, Raphael Varane, Anthony Martial and Casemiro are all up for grabs should the right offer come along.
      It is understood that Murtough left the Middle East without coming to an agreement over potential deals, but is said to have penned in future talks.
      Sancho, Varane, Martial and Casemiro cost Man Utd a whopping £230m in combined transfer fees and the club will be hoping to recoup as much of it as possible as they flirt with the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules limit.
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      Sancho is widely reported to be the number one priority when it comes to offloading talent in the winter transfer window.
      The former Borussia Dortmund and England star has been banished from the first team squad after his war-of-words with manager Erik ten Hag.
      While United are said to be open to offers for underperforming trio Martial, Varane and Casemiro but will not try and force them away from the club.
      Ten Hag is looking to strengthen his side who have had a disappointing campaign following their exit from the Champions League group stages.
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      But growing financial pressure on top of the £200m spent on Ramsus Hojlund, Mason Mount and Andre Onana this summer means they will need to raise funds before making any signings.
      Murtough could be in charge of his final transfer window for United too with the imminent arrival of Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s Ineos investment at the club.
      The British billionaire is reportedly keen to shake things up when he completes his 25 per cent takeover and will be taking control of football operations.
      Reports have suggested that Murtough could be one of the casualties of any changes following Ratcliffe’s arrival.
      Former Juventus chief executive Jean-Claude Blanc has emerged as one of the favourites to land a job due to his connections to Ineos.
      While Crystal Palace sporting director Dougie Freedman is also in the frame to lead transfers.
      Casemiro and Raphael Varane are reportedly both available should the right offer come inCredit: Getty
      Anthony Martial could also be heading for the exit doors at Old TraffordCredit: Alamy
      Sir Jim Ratcliffe is ready to shake things up when he completes his 25 per cent takeover of Manchester UnitedCredit: PA More