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      Man Utd legend Andy Cole names top three strikers in world football but brutally snubs Erling Haaland AND Harry Kane

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Andy Cole brutally snubbed Erling Haaland AND Harry Kane when picking his top three strikers in the world. Cole is well placed to give his expert opinion having scored 121 goals in his 275 United games, winning both the Premier League and Champions League. Erling Haaland was left off Andy Cole’s top three strikers in the worldCredit: RexHarry Kane was also a shock snubCredit: GettyAndy Cole had a shock pick for his top threeCredit: The SunAnd when asked to name his top three strikers in the world right now he had a surprising response. He told ESPN: “At the peak of their powers, [Robert] Lewandowski, [Karim] Benzema… Benzema, oh my days. “Probably you can say [Cristiano] Ronaldo. The managers change [but] they’ve evolved their games, you know.”Lewandowski, 35, became one of the world’s most prolific scorers in Germany but left Bayern Munich for Barcelona in 2022. READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe has 18 goals in 36 games this season with Barca struggling to keep pace with Real Madrid in the league. Meanwhile, former Madrid stars Benzema, 36, and Ronaldo, 39, are both playing their football in Saudi Arabia. Still top talents, but eyebrows were raised as Cole left off Haaland and Kane on his list. Haaland, 23, helped City to a remarkable Treble last season and has 28 goals in 31 this season. Most read in FootballAnd Kane – who left Tottenham for Bayern last summer – has astonishngly scored 33 times in as many matches this term. But the German champions are way off the pace in second place, ten points adrift of leaders Bayer Leverkusen. It could extend 30-year-old Kane’s agonising wait for a trophy.The Biggest January Flop Signings In Premier League History More

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      Man Utd wonderkid ‘unofficially recalled’ from disastrous loan spell after playing just 63 minutes following transfer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED wonderkid Maxi Oyedele has returned to the club from his loan spell at Forest Green Rovers, according to reports.The midfielder joined the League Two strugglers on loan on a deal until the end of the season in January.Maxi Oyedele, second left, has been unofficially recalled by Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyHe was signed by Troy Deeney who has since been sacked and he failed to win over his replacement Steve Cotterill.Oyedele has now been unofficially recalled by United, report the Daily Mail.He made just four appearances for Forest Green Rovers totalling 63 minutes – the longest of which was a 35-minute display against Crawley.Oyedele, 19, did not make a single start and was left on the bench after playing in three consecutive games after signing.Cotterill then left the youngster on the bench for three games on the bounce after the defeat to Crawley, with the veteran boss calling him out in public.The Forest Green boss said: “He has to do a lot more to get in the starting line-up.”I didn’t feel there was enough productivity from him in the second half.”Oyedele will return to Carrington where he will feature in Under-21 matches.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe played in a Premier League 2 game against Derby on Sunday but he is also expected to take part in first-team training.Oyedele has made 11 appearances for the U21s this season and even captained the side against Bayern Munich.Manchester United’s fall from glory since Sir Alex Ferguson More

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      Man Utd boost in Marc Guehi transfer bid as Crystal Palace draw up shortlist to replace England star

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      CRYSTAL PALACE are preparing for Marc Guehi’s potential departure in the summer with Manchester United and other Premier League giants keeping tabs.Guehi, 23, has been among the Prem’s brightest defenders since joining Palace from Chelsea in 2021 following an £18million deal, which led to 108 appearances at Selhurst Park.Crystal Palace have drawn up a shortlist of potential replacements for Marc GuehiCredit: GettyGuehi has been linked with Manchester United, Liverpool, Arsenal and TottenhamThe centre-back’s performances have sparked immense interest from the likes of United and Liverpool, while Tottenham and Arsenal have also enquired in the past.And according to The Telegraph, the Eagles have compiled a list of potential candidates to replace the England international in a sign that chances of a potential departure have grown significantly.Guehi has only two years left on his Palace contract, which means this summer may be his club’s final chance to sell him for a significant fee.The Chelsea academy graduate is reportedly worth more than the club-record £50million United splashed for Aaron Wan-Bissaka in 2019.Read More on FootballThe Red Devils are expected to seek for defensive reinforcement after their turbulent campaign comes to an end in May.However, a bid for Guehi will largely depend on whether proposed sporting director Dan Ashworth is appointed in time for the summer transfer window.Ashworth’s Newcastle contract doesn’t allow him to start working for another team until his deal runs out in 2026.Therefore, the transfer expert faces an extended gardening leave unless United fork out a staggering £20m as compensation to the Magpies.Most read in FootballNevertheless, the ex-Brighton chief is a big admirer of Guehi and thus much will depend on his status this summer.The Palace star, though, is currently dealing with a knee injury he suffered last month and could be sidelined for another four weeks.Southgate announces Marc Guehi’s addition to the England squadHowever, England manager Gareth Southgate is expected to have him at his disposal for Euro 2024.New Palace manager Oliver Glasner is facing an uphill battle to hold onto Guehi this summer and the same goes for two of his other biggest stars in Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise. More

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      ‘Never seen this before’ – Jamie Carragher spots Pep’s brand new tactic to beat Man Utd with Stones in shock position

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      JAMIE CARRAGHER lavished praise on John Stones after he performed a tactic “never seen before” as Manchester City beat United.Marcus Rashford’s 30-yard strike stunned the Etihad but the Red Devils barely threatened Pep Guardiola’s team after that.John Stones was instrumental in Man City’s win over Man UtdCredit: AlamyJamie Carragher highlighted the new way Pep Guardiola deployedCredit: Sky Sports”We’re watching something that I’ve never seen in English football before…” 😮@Carra23 evaluates John Stones’ performance so far at Manchester City 🔵 pic.twitter.com/ptghB4FxNq— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) March 4, 2024

      Despite their dominance, they still went in at the break leading – largely thanks to Erling Haaland’s “worst miss ever” – but then Phil Foden took centre stage.The 23-year-old England attacker curled a superb shot past Andre Onana to level on 56 minutes.United remained set up to try to stifle City and were hanging on at 1-1 until Foden struck again with ten minutes to go before Haaland rounded off the scoring in stoppage time to secure Manchester derby bragging rights and the 3-1 victory.While Foden stole the headlines, it was his team-mate that Sky Sports pundit Carragher wanted to talk about on Monday Night Football.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLEngland defender Stones, 29, often performs the hybrid role for City, but yesterday he was going from centre-half into the No.10 position and “running the game”.Carragher said: “We are watching something that I’ve never seen before in English football and I’ve been watching since the mid-80s.“The only defender back then that you would class as a defender good on the ball would be Alan Hansen of Liverpool.“I then remember watching [Franco] Beresi, who was pretty similar and would come out with the ball from the back, Rio Ferdinand, I think, was another one of those…Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“The only one I can think that was doing what John Stones is doing now is Mathias Sammer around Euro ’96 for Germany.“But John Stones is going from centre-back to No.10. We’ve never seen this before.”Gary Neville says ‘my heart sank’ after seeing what Erik ten Hag did before Man Utd clash – but Carragher loved itCarragher showed Stones’ heat map from the game which revealed that the ex-Everton man had completed 39 passes in that forward position.The Liverpool legend said: “Interesting thing at the top there is the 39 passes completed, the most he’s ever had in a Premier League game.“Why has he had so many touches, even though he has been playing this role for 12 months, and it’s because of the set-up of Man Utd and their marking system in midfield.”Carragher then showed a number of clips and stills from the game showing how United were not only set-up, but also revealing how City took advantage of a gap in front of their defence left by the lack of a holding midfielder.He said: “Whenever Pep Guardiola comes up against Erik ten Hag he always splits his No.8s wider and, at times, we’ve seen Haaland come deep to get the ball, Rodri make runs into this space and this time it was John Stones running into this space.”Carragher criticised United for not being compact last week against Fulham, upsetting Ten Hag in the process.But that did not stop him from showing another example of them defending deep against City with the key area he had spoken about once again being available to exploit.“[Kobbie] Mainoo is with Kevin De Bruyne, Casemiro drops into centre-back basically because of the man marking system that they employ.READ MORE SUN STORIES“Looks at John Stones now, he’s enticing Jonny Evans out of position. He’s not just going in there as a body, he’s running the game John Stones.“Like I said, we haven’t seen this before in English football – it’s unique.” More

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      Man Utd wanted to sign me but dream transfer fell through… I still have a copy of the offer on my phone

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      MANCHESTER UNITED tried and failed to sign Luigi Turci in 1999 – a moment the goalkeeper still regrets.The Red Devils were on the lookout for an Italian keeper following their Treble success in the previous campaign.Manchester United came close to signing Luigi Turci in 1999Credit: GettyMark Bosnich had already arrived on a free to provide competition for the No2 spot, with Peter Schmeichel still at the peak of his powers.United reportedly wanted Gianluigi Buffon but he rejected the club in favour of staying at Parma.So instead Turci was identified and United made an offer to Udinese to sign the goalie.But they were too late as the Serie A side had already confirmed their squad, with Sir Alex Ferguson instead opting for another Italian, Massimo Taibi.READ MORE ON MAN UTDTurci regrets the failed move to this day and he even still has a copy of the fax that details the proposed transfer.He told TV Play’s Twitch channel: “In 1999-2000 Manchester United made an offer to Udinese to sign me, but unfortunately Udinese had already presented the UEFA list and Ferguson took Taibi in my place.“United were looking for an Italian goalkeeper: the first to be contacted was Buffon, but he refused.“The second was me, but the times didn’t match. To this day I regret that missed transfer, I have a copy of the fax on my phone.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMeanwhile, United are expected to look to Serie A again this summer as they try to entice Victor Osimhen away from Napoli.The striker dreams of playing in the Premier League but Chelsea are fighting for his signature and could make a bid when the transfer window re-opens.Man Utd legend Wayne Rooney, 38, lands new job as TNT Sports pundit… and he could be in line for Match of the Day More

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      Major Mason Greenwood update as ex-Man Utd star makes huge sponsorship decision & lands £500k windfall

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      TROUBLED footballer Mason Greenwood has wound up his image rights firm – and landed a windfall of more than £500,000 by closing it.Greenwood, who set up TSM Sports in 2019, has accepted his public image will never recover from his high-profile arrest by opting to shelve it.Mason Greenwood has landed a windfall of more than £500,000Credit: GettyThe star – who was dropped by Nike –  appointed liquidators on March 1.A declaration of solvency – which he signed on February 9 – reported the company had £513,287 in the bank and was due a £120 VAT refund.Paperwork filed at Companies House shows Greenwood, 22, was due £508,863 from the liquidation after paying £4,544 of bills.The striker – on loan at Spanish club Getafe after being forced out of Man Utd after being arrested in January 2022 – has filed four sets of accounts for the firm. Greenwood and his Dad, Andrew, are directors of the company.Read more on footballIt banked £400,000 in earnings in the year to March 2020, plus £1 million in profits by 2022 and landing £530,000 last year.Top players earn extra cash from clubs from the sale of merchandise that bear their name and also from their “nicknames, slogan and signatures, image, likeness, voice, logos, initial, team or squad number”.Greenwood had attempted rape and assault charges dropped when key witnesses withdrew.He was dropped by sponsor Nike and a potential return to United was halted amid outrage among female players and high-profile fans including Countdown’s Rachel Riley.Most read in FootballAnd a football source told The Sun: “Although the charges have been dropped, Mason is still a controversial player. And it sticks in the craw that he is landing this huge windfall from closing down his image rights firm.”It also shows he knows his public image will never recover – especially in the UK.Jude Bellingham’s alleged slur to Mason Greenwood reported to Spanish FA after Getafe vs Real Madrid altercation”He is a tarnished brand – and he knows it.”Another insider said: “Most top players have image rights companies because they can earn a fortune off the pitch from selling merchandise bearing their name and working with big brands.”But it looks like Mason has accepted that won’t be a revenue stream for him.” Greenwood’s ‘transfer talks’By Kealan Hughes
      GETAFE are interested in extending Mason Greenwood’s stay at the club, according to reports.
      The forward joined on loan from Manchester United last summer and has been a first-team regular.
      He has scored seven goals and contributed five assists in 15 LaLiga games, catching the eye of several Spanish clubs.
      Greenwood has helped Getafe to 10th place and the club is ready to open transfer talks with United, report The Times.
      Getafe want to sign Greenwood on a permanent deal, though they would also be open to a loan move as it could prove more financially viable.
      United could be open to letting Greenwood leave although new investor Sir Jim Ratcliffe has not ruled out the possibility of the 22-year-old returning to Erik ten Hag’s squad.
      Greenwood’s United contract expires at the end of next season and the club have an option to extend it by a further 12 months.
      The Red Devils academy graduate has attracted interest from Barcelona and Atletico Madrid and United could well cash in this summer.
      Greenwood has not featured for United since he was suspended after being arrested on suspicion of rape and sexual assault in January 2022.
      All charges were subsequently dropped, with the Red Devils suggesting that he recommences his career away from Old Trafford.
      LaLiga president Javier Tebas has dismissed the concerns over Greenwood, suggesting he “does not care” about his past.
      He said: “He was not condemned [found guilty] so I do not care. If he was not condemned here, why would we condemn him?
      “Maybe the circumstances have made it easier for him to come [to Getafe] 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 he continues to stay in Spanish football because that’s always good for us.”
      Getafe president Javier Torres last week discussed the possibility of Greenwood staying at the club.
      Torres said: “He is very comfortable in Madrid and he’s crazy about the idea of staying another year.
      “It’s a question for them [United], they have to decide if he goes back there.
      “There is a market for him in Spain, but it depends on money. It depends on Manchester [United].”

      We told last week how Greenwood – linked to a move to Barcelona – was considering a return to Old Trafford because he hopes it could save his parents’ marriage.His Dad Andrew, also his agent, has joined him in Spain while Mum Melanie has remained in the UK.Greenwood, who has been at the La Liga club since last September, lives with his partner Harriet and their baby daughter Summer in Madrid.The club’s new minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has sparked controversy by suggesting the club could bring him back to Old Trafford.READ MORE SUN STORIESWe told last July how talks with the club’s main sponsor, Adidas, on the issue had been “positive”. Adidas said it was a matter for United.Greenwood, who earns £75,000 per week, is contracted to United until 2025.Insiders claim Greenwood is still a ‘controversial player’Credit: Reuters More

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      Tottenham chasing transfer for former Man Utd target who has ARSENAL crest tattooed on body and idolised Patrick Vieira

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      TOTTENHAM are interested in signing Sporting Lisbon star and huge Arsenal fan Morten Hjulmand, according to reports.Spurs are claimed to have sent scouts to watch the midfielder in action.Morten Hjulmand has impressed for Sporting LisbonCredit: GettyThe midfielder has the Arsenal crest tattooed on his left armCredit: RexHjulmand, 24, has made no secret of his Arsenal obsession, however, and even has their crest tattooed on his upper left arm.According to Portuguese paper Record, Spurs sent scouts to watch him in action as Sporting beat rivals Benfica 2-1 last Thursday.They add that the North Londoners could launch a summer bid for the Dane, as they look to upgrade on Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg and Oliver Skipp.Hjulmand is claimed to have idolised Patrick Vieira as a kid.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd speaking about how he got into the Gunners, he said: “My dad supported Arsenal and we watched games together when we were younger.”Hjulmand began his professional career with Austrian side Admira Wacker in 2018.He later earned a move to Italian side Lecce in 2021, before joining Sporting in a £15.4million deal last summer.The all-action ace has swiftly become a key man, making 36 appearances so far this term in all competitions.Most read in FootballManchester United are also claimed to be interested in Hjulmand.Earlier this year it was suggested that the Red Devils had sent scouts to watch him six times this season.Tottenham fans say ‘that’s just ridiculous’ as transfer deadline day signing runs rings around defenders in viral video In January it was reported that Erik ten Hag’s side tried to offer Facundo Pellistri in part exchange for Hjulmand.United star Christian Eriksen has even acted as a mentor for the Sporting star, who broke into the Danish national team set-up last year.Hjulmand, 24, is said to have idolised Patrick Vieira as a kidCredit: Getty More

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      Incredible Phil Foden stat puts Man Utd to shame as Kyle Walker reveals Man City derby hero’s new nickname

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      PEP GUARDIOLA called Phil Foden the “best player in the Premier League” after his Manchester derby heroics.And one incredible stat from the two-goal Man City hero put United to shame.Phil Foden has been hailed as the best player in the Premier LeagueCredit: PAMarcus Rashford’s 30-yard strike stunned the Etihad on eight minutes but the Red Devils barely threatened Guardiola’s team after that.Despite that, they still went in at the break leading – largely thanks to Erling Haaland’s “worst miss ever” – but then Foden took centre stage.The 23-year-old England attacker curled a superb shot past Andre Onana to level on 56 minutes.United remained set up to try to stifle City and were hanging on at 1-1 when two of their key players were forced off – which their manager Erik ten Hag claims cost them.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThen with just ten minutes to go he fired them ahead as he burst away from Casemiro following a one-two with Julian Alvarez.Haaland then rounded off the scoring in stoppage time to secure Manchester derby bragging rights and the 3-1 victory.United only managed to muster three shots, with one on target, all game – while Foden alone had THREE TIMES as many.After taking his tally to 18 goals in 39 appearances in all competitions this term, it was Foden that rightly took home the player of the match award.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd his boss Guardiola hailed the academy product’s “world class” abilities as he called him the Premier League’s best player this season.He said: “Right now, he is the best (in the league). To be world class you have to win games. He’s winning games.Man City 3 Man Utd 1: Brilliant Foden double completes comeback from Rashford thunderbolt to pile more misery on Ten Hag“Always he scored goals but now he’s winning games. When you do this you reach another level as a player.“He will already be a legendary player because at his age, the games played, the minutes, the goals scored, the titles won and he is from here and that is why the connection with the fans is unbelievable.“He is the player of the season. With all respect for the incredible players but no-one has been so decisive for us as him this season.”Team-mate Kyle Walker added: “We call him ‘The Sniper’ because he loves a shot. So when he comes in on that left foot you know he has got the quality and composure to pick his spot.“Phil has taken on more responsibility this season.“We need important players like him who can win you games.”The modest matchwinner vowed to just “keep working hard” after his latest exploits.READ MORE SUN STORIESFoden said: “It’s my aim to turn up in the big games.“That’s what I want to do and this season I think I’ve done that. I just need to keep working hard.” More