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      Man Utd struggling to shift Anthony Martial with star refusing to leave this month despite new loan bid from Marseille

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      MARSEILLE have launched a frantic late bid to try and land Anthony Martial, SunSport has learned. Reports today claimed the Frenchman is planning to see out his deal at Manchester United having snubbed a move to Fenerbahce.
      Anthony Martial is wanted on loan by Marseille as he nears the end of his Manchester United dealCredit: Getty
      But Old Trafford sources say representatives from Marseille remain in touch with United over the chance of a loan move for Martial during this January transfer window.
      However, any deal relies on the player being willing to go back to his homeland, which could prove to be a sticking point.
      Our source said: “Interest remains high in Anthony.
      “His stock may be low at Manchester United but there is interest among clubs in Europe for him.
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      “Marseille are at the front of the queue and are in touch with United about taking Anthony on loan in January. 
      “The problem is the player himself.
      “As things stand, he is planning on seeing his deal out and then reconsidering his options in the summer.
      “Anthony sees his next move as crucial, so he has no plans to rush into making any decisions over his future.”
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      Martial, 28, is out of contract at the end of the season and Erik ten Hag stunned fans recently by claiming that United were in talks with the forward over a new deal.
      They have the option to trigger a 12-month extension to his current contract.
      The Dutchman said: “We are talking with Raphael Varane and Anthony Martial.
      “That is an internal discussion between the club and the player.”

      But contrary to Ten Hag’s comments, reports suggest the Red Devils are planning to part ways with the Frenchman after nine years at Old Trafford.
      The former Lyon and Monaco attacker has scored just 12 Premier League goals over the past three-and-a-half seasons – including one in 2023-24 – and it seems that United have finally run out of patience with him.
      The club’s preference would be to sell him this January and recoup some money rather than let him leave on a free in the summer.
      But this also depends on whether United can sign a replacement.
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      The likes of Timo Werner and Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting have been linked, but the former has opted for Spurs. 
      Elsewhere, SunSport revealed United have offered Facundo Pellistri to Sporting as part of a swap deal with highly-rated midfielder Morten Hjulmand.
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      Marcus Rashford should be setting an example for Man Utd team-mates… instead he was just walking around, slams club icon

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      MANCHESTER UNITED icon Lee Sharpe criticised Marcus Rashford’s performance in the FA Cup against Wigan.Rashford helped United beat the Latics 2-0 at the DW Stadium to advance to the competition’s fourth round and ease pressure on under-fire manager Erik ten Hag.
      Man Utd hero Lee Sharpe criticised Marcus Rashford’s performance against WiganCredit: Getty
      The forward set up Diogo Dalot’s opener and played a big role in the the attack that led to a penalty-kick that Bruno Fernandes converted to seal an important win.
      However, Sharpe insists the England international is still far off last season’s stunning form that led to a staggering 30 goals and 11 assists in 56 appearances.
      The former midfielder can’t explain what led to that dip in form that has only seen the 26-year-old registering a mere three goals and six assists in 25 matches this term.
      However, the ex-England international wasn’t happy with Rashford’s lack of “intent” and “purpose” in the first few minutes of the match.
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      The 52-year-old also criticised the United star for “strolling” when he should have been playing quickly.
      Sharpe told SunSport on behalf of Fruityslots.com: “Last season, he was unbelievable.
      “He was sort of a shining light when the manager came in and this season he doesn’t quite seem to have got up to pace.
      “I don’t know whether it’s a confidence thing, whether he’s got something going on off the pitch that’s concerned him a little bit. But he doesn’t seem as focused as direct.
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      “I watched him last night and you know, after four or five minutes he touched the ball three or four times and not once did he sprint at the full-back or sprint in the game and [after] his first touch he stood someone up and tried to do a trick.
      “And the guy’s tackled him [to send the ball out for a] throw in and Marcus Rashford just turn around and just stroll to get the ball and you’re thinking you know, [it’s] an FA Cup tie away at Wigan.
      “The fans are going to be up there, the team will be up for it, Man United need to impose themselves, they need to play quick, they need to play with some authority. And just to walk towards the ball…
      “You want them to declare intent and tend to show purpose and just to walk off the pitch… I don’t think lazy is the right word….
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      But Sharpe believes Rashford can turn things around at Man UtdCredit: Alamy
      “I don’t know whether it was a bit of arrogance or whether he’s lacking in confidence or what it is, but he just doesn’t seem to be going past players.
      “He seems to be second-guessing himself at times when he’s squared up two players. He’s an unbelievable player with so much ability.”
      Nevertheless, Sharpe is confident Rashford will “turn it around” eventually.
      However, such an elite player needs to set an example for his team-mates every time he’s on the pitch.
      Sharpe added: “I’m sure he can turn it around. But we could do it internally and he’s one of the senior players now and you need to set an example for everyone else.
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      “And when the team’s light on experienced first-team players he needs to be setting the standard and last night I just thought he could have played with a little bit more.
      “A little bit more pace direct and a little bit more authority in himself.” More

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      Jadon Sancho is one of Man Utd’s biggest transfer failures ever, I don’t back him at all, slams Old Trafford legend

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      JADON SANCHO is one of Manchester United’s biggest transfer failures of all time.That’s the view of former Red Devils striker Louis Saha as Sancho completes a loan move away from Old Trafford back to Borussia Dortmund.
      Jadon Sancho is one of United’s biggest flopsCredit: AP
      According to former United striker Louis SahaCredit: Getty
      Saha made the switch the other way back in 2021 for £73million but it has never clicked for him at United.
      Now this season the 23-year-old has been exiled from the first team squad after publicly calling out the manager on social media for dropping him.
      Speaking to Paddy Power, Saha said: “Jadon Sancho is one of Manchester United’s biggest transfer failures – you can’t have that type of quality sidelined because of his mindset.
      “You can’t leave him out for six months because of that. The only thing that should stop you is injuries.
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      “We know that he is good enough, which is why it doesn’t sit right. You can’t be putting yourself in that situation and thinking that you are bigger than the manager.
      “Whatever happens, I don’t back Sancho – which is hard for me as a supporter of United. It’s just horrendous.”
      United boss Erik ten Hag axed Sancho for a poor attitude in training in the run up to United’s fourth game of the season away to Arsenal.
      Sancho responded by posting a message on social media effectively calling the Red Devils boss a liar.
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      Sancho has been heavily criticised for not apologising to boss Erik ten HagCredit: Getty
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      Sancho posted: “Please don’t believe everything you read. I will not allow people saying things that is completely untrue… I have conducted myself in training very well this week.
      “I believe there are other reasons for this matter which I won’t go into, I’ve been a scapegoat for a long time which isn’t fair! All I want to do is play football with a smile on my face, and contribute to the team.”
      The winger later took the message down but it was too late.
      Ten Hag demanded an apology which the player was not prepared to give.
      So he was sent to train on his own at the Carrington academy where he was forced to eat alone with with food delivered to him from the first team canteen.
      United are currently completing negotiations for the players loan deal back to Dortmund for the rest of the season but will have to contribute £100,000 a week to his £290,000 a week salary.
      While one winger is on his way another continues to come under increasing scrutiny for his under par performances.
      Antony could easily join Sancho in that list of United’s worst all time signings following his £85.5million switch from Ajax.
      The 23-year-old is all too predicatble cutting ion from the right and shooting with his left.
      He has no goals or assists this season, but Saha says Ten Hag is equally culpable for the players poor form.
      Saha added: “There is a bit of stubbornness in the way Antony plays. When you have a predictable style, you have to change it up.
      “Whether it’s him, his manager or even his entourage, everyone can see he needs to change something.
      “But Antony isn’t willing to change. The manager keeps playing him right wing and he is sticking to the same thing.
      “I’m sorry, at some point, it becomes the responsibility of the manager because it’s not normal!”
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      “Maybe he could try playing him on the left and getting him, with his magic left foot, to cross the ball in-between the goalkeeper and defender, let’s see what happens.
      “He needs to be forced to do things that he isn’t comfortable with, it’s got to be an obligation.”
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      Man Utd star Hannibal Mejbri closing in on Premier League loan transfer with Ten Hag keen to get him playing regularly

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      MANCHESTER UNITED midfielder Hannibal Mejbri is edging close to a move to Everton, after Sean Dyche made the player his “number one target”.Hannibal rejected the chance to play for Tunisia in the African Cup of Nations to force through a January transfer.
      Hannibal is closing in on a loan switch to Goodison ParkCredit: Getty
      Hannibal has struggled for game time so far this season
      And Old Trafford sources say he is close to agreeing a Goodison switch.
      The source said: “Everton want the player and Manchester United are happy for him to go out on loan. They’d prefer him to stay in the Premier League as it will provide a better barometer and benchmark for his abilities as a player.
      “If he can go out on loan to Everton and make an impression, he could force his way into content at United.
      “He’s highly thought of at United and by Ten Hag, but he will get more chances at Everton. Sean Dyche is a big fan, and he thinks the player can give them a different edge to their game. He’s become the number one January priority.
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      “He also wants to bring in a striker and a full back. But loan deals are likely to be the road he goes down to beef up his squad.”
      Our story comes one day after Hannibal was linked with a switch to Spanish giants Sevilla.
      The Tunisian has been a regular in match-day squads this season but has struggled for minutes on the pitch and is eager to get further experience of first-team football.
      United recently triggered a clause to extend Hannibal’s contract.
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      He was the subject of interest from a number of clubs over the summer and had the chance to join Besiktas on loan but the midfielder wanted to stay and fight for his place under Erik ten Hag after impressing at Birmingham in the Championship last season.
      However, with United having been knocked out of the Champions League and the Carabao Cup, opportunities for Mejbri could be limited in the second half of the season.
      The source added: “It’s unlikely any loan move will have an option for a permanent switch. Ten Hag wants to assess how Hannibal does and then make a firm decision about his future in the summer.” More

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      Man Utd ‘could recall forgotten man from LaLiga loan to bolster defence’ amid injury crisis

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      MANCHESTER UNITED could recall left-back Alvaro Fernadez from his loan spell at Granada as they try to cope with their latest injury crisis. The Reds were missing 11 first team players for Monday’s FA Cup third round win against Wigan Athletic.
      Fernandez could be on his way back to Old TraffordCredit: Getty
      The youngster has made 14 appearances for the LaLiga sideCredit: Getty
      Erik ten Hag is hopeful that a few stars will be back on Sunday for their game against Ange Postecoglou’s Tottenham Hotspur.
      The Dutch manager said: “I think it’s hopeful that they can be back at the weekend.
      “I’m talking about Christian Eriksen, potentially Luke Shaw. Harry (Maguire) maybe, Mason (Mount) I think he needs some days or a week more.”
      But according to the Daily Mail “there are growing concerns at Granada that United defender Fernandez will be recalled from his loan spell at the Spanish club”.
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      It remains to be seen where Fernandez’s future lies, with the 20-year-old out of contract in the summer.
      He was sent out on loan for Granada after his successful loan spell last season at Championship side Preston North End.
      The former Real Madrid youth star, who has play a first-team game for United, has made 14 appearances in all competitions for the Spanish side this season.
      He is yet to register a goal or assist.
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      United’s emergency left-back Sergio Reguilon’s brief loan move from Spurs ended last week, with a club statement claiming Shaw and Tyrell Malacia were on their way back.
      It read: “Sergio fulfilled the role he was brought in for: to provide cover for Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia while both were out with long-term injuries. 
      “While Luke has missed the past two games with a minor injury, the England international is expected back soon. Tyrell, meanwhile, is getting closer to a return from his knee injury.
      “The versatile Diogo Dalot can also provide further cover at left-back. 
      “With fewer games in the second half of the season and injured players returning, there will be less opportunity for Sergio to play.
      “It was decided it was in the best interests of all parties for Reguilon to return to Spurs.”
      The majority of Manchester United’s injuries have involved defenders this season.
      World Cup winner Lisandro Martinez has been out since September with an aggravation of the foot injury he suffered in April.
      England international Maguire has missed 12 games through hamstring and groin injuries after his resurgence in form that saw the 30-year-old win Premier League player of the month for November.
      Harry Maguire and Lisandro Martinez are both outCredit: Getty
      Malacia has been out all season but it is hoped he will return soon.
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      United have just extended the contracts of Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Victor Lindelof until 2025 as they look to reinforce their backline.
      Anthony Martial, meanwhile, could be on his way out, with Fenerbahce reportedly interested in making a £6.8m offer for the 28-year-old forward. More

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      Gary Neville slams Man Utd signing that ‘never should have gone through’ and will cost Old Trafford side ‘in long term’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Gary Neville insists Casemiro should have never been signed by his former club.The midfielder joined United in the summer of 2022 at the age of 30 following a £70million deal with Real Madrid and signed a four-year contract.
      Manchester United shouldn’t have signed Casemiro, claims Gary NevilleCredit: PA
      Neville claims Casemiro doesn’t fit Man Utd’s long-term plans
      The Brazil international has since put together a series of impressive performances and amassed a total of 11 goals and seven assists in 63 appearances.
      However, Neville still believes the experienced No6 doesn’t fit the Red Devils’ long-term plans or the wage structure.
      And that is why the Sky Sports pundit is adamant that this United signing should have never gone through “a good sporting director, a good owner, and a good head of recruitment”.
      And that is also why the ex-England international believes the manager of a club, such as Erik ten Hag, shouldn’t have the final saying on signings as he is focused on the short-term.
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      Neville said on the latest edition of Stick to Football as per Sky Bet: “Coming in from an owner’s perspective, you employ a head of recruitment who you think is the best guy out there at spotting talent, that will bring value to your club.
      “You’ve got a sporting director equally, who will be thinking the same way – their loyalty is to the club and to make sure we win games.
      “A manager’s job is purely to think about the immediate short term and getting results for himself.
      “Casemiro is perfect example of a short-term signing that is going to cost in the long term.
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      “That signing never should have gone through a good sporting director, a good owner, and a good head of recruitment.
      “That signing should have never gone through, it should have been a veto.
      “He doesn’t fit the long-term, the wage [structure]… The wages are crazy and the length of contract is crazy.” More

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      Man Utd offer Facundo Pellistri in swap transfer for Christian Eriksen’s close friend with £69m release clause

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have offered Facundo Pellistri in a swap deal for Sporting Lisbon midfielder Morten Hjulmand.But the bid has been rejected by the Portuguese club as they wait on the Red Devils to trigger his £69million release clause.
      Morten Hjulmand is being closely monitored by Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      Hjulmand, left, is close friends with Manchester United man Christian Eriksen, rightCredit: AFP
      Man Utd have been to watch defensive midfielder Hjulmand at least six times already this season.
      Old Trafford scouts have seen him play in both the Primeira Liga and Europa League.
      And Erik ten Hag’s men also have the additional lure of Christian Eriksen who is Hjulmand’s close friend.
      Eriksen is understood to be a mentor to the 24-year-old when they play together for Denmark.
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      And Rasmus Hojlund is another Danish international at Man Utd.
      But the offer of Uruguayan international Pellistri – who has featured nine times in the league this season – is not being entertained by Sporting.
      Hjulmand arrived at Sporting from Lecce for around £15m.
      He has featured in all but one of the Portuguese side’s 24 games since joining the club.
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      Facundo Pellistri has been offered as part of a swap deal for HjulmandCredit: Getty
      Hjulmand has been a rock in midfield for Sporting this season
      And he has contributed one goal and two assists in all competitions.
      It is not the first time Hjulmand has been linked with a move to the Premier League.
      While at Lecce, the midfielder was mooted as a potential target for Southampton.
      But Man Utd will be a more attractive proposition for the Sporting man as Ten Hag looks to bolster his midfield options.
      Mason Mount and Sofyan Amrabat have struggled since arriving in the summer.
      And Casemiro also struggled at the start of the season before suffering an injury.
      Man Utd are languishing in eighth in the Premier League table, nine points adrift of the top four.
      And they are heading into a tough run of fixtures against Tottenham, Wolves, West Ham and Aston Villa.
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      Former Man Utd and Chelsea star ‘eyeing return to Premier League’ after telling French side Rennes he wants to quit

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      NEMANJA MATIC reportedly wants to return to the Premier League – after telling Rennes he is ready to quit the club.But he has allegedly considered RETIRING if an immediate transfer exit gets blocked.
      Nemanja Matic is fed up at Rennes and wants to quit immediatelyCredit: Getty
      The former Chelsea and Manchester United star, 35, joined the Ligue 1 outfit in the summer after one season with Roma following his Old Trafford exit in 2022.
      The holding midfielder is yet to score for his new side but did get three assists in six Europa League group games – and has already served two suspensions for picking up seven Ligue 1 yellow cards.
      However, just six months and 13 league appearances into his spell with Rennes, it is said he has had enough.
      Matic has reportedly struggled to gel with his team-mates and there are complications regarding his children’s schooling.
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      According to L’Equipe, Matic skipped training on Tuesday and has emptied his locker in the hope of finding a new club to enable an early exit from his two-year contract until 2025.
      The report adds that the Serbian is “unhappy at Rennes and pushing for an immediate departure” with it growing increasingly unlikely he will play for Rennes ever again.
      And it is thought the central midfielder is keen to sign for French rivals Lyon or head back to England, with several clubs apparently interested.
      L’Equipe add that successful talks have already taken place between Matic’s representatives and Lyon – but if Rennes did their heels in and refuse to let him leave then he may hang up his boots and quit football for good.
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      Matic first joined Chelsea in 2009 but made just three first-team appearances then headed to Benfica before returning to Stamford Bridge in January 2014.
      In three-and-a-half seasons with the Blues he appeared 151 times and lifted two Premier League titles.
      The 48-cap international made the switch to United in 2017 but despite playing 189 times and the club reaching both the FA Cup and Europa League finals during his five seasons at Old Trafford, he could not add to his trophy cabinet.
      In December he launched a frank and stinging attack on the Red Devils – and singled out Paul Pogba and Jadon Sancho for particular criticism.
      Matic said: “At Chelsea, players acted professionally.
      “They were punctual and were never late for training but at United it happened almost every day.
      “Among the players who would always be late were Paul Pogba and Jadon Sancho and a couple of other players.
      “The rest of us who were always on time were angry so we decided to form a kind of an internal disciplinary committee with me serving as its president.
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      “During one particular season, we collected around £75,000 in fines.”
      There was more European heartbreak for Matic last season, too, as Jose Mourinho’s Roma lost to Sevilla in the Europa League final before his wretched Rennes move.
      Matic won the Premier League twice with ChelseaCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      The Serbian spent five years at Old TraffordCredit: PA More