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      How Man Utd could line up after January transfer window with four players at AFCON and two huge stars sold

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      MANCHESTER UNITED’S line-up could look very different after the January transfer window.The Red Devils are set to lose four players to international duty during the Africa Cup of Nations.
      Erik ten Hag could be forced to name a fresh side after the January transfer windowCredit: Rex
      Manchester United have been linked with a move for Jean-Clair TodiboCredit: Getty
      Meanwhile, a New Year clear-out could also see both Casemiro and Raphael Varane leave the club.
      As a result, Erik ten Hag may be forced into naming a new look side come the start of February.
      A quartet of United stars are set to be called up for AFCON, which is being held in the Ivory Coast between January 13 and February 11.
      Sofyan Amrabat and Hannibal Mejbri are expected to appear for Morocco and Tunisia, respectively.
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      Andre Onana will also be involved for Cameroon after returning to the international fold in recent weeks.
      Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s potential inclusion in DR Congo’s squad may cause the most headaches, though.
      The full-back has reportedly been approached to switch his international allegiance from England after previously representing the Leopards at under-17 level in 2015.
      His absence during the tournament would leave Diogo Dalot as United’s only senior right-back.
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      Andre Onana is one of four United players who could be called up for AFCONCredit: AP
      Aaron Wan-Bissaka has been approached by DR Congo ahead of the tournamentCredit: Getty
      As for potential departures, Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s imminent arrival to lead football operations could prompt a clear-out of the squad.
      Both Casemiro and Varane have been highlighted as players the club may look to move on when the window re-opens.
      Ten Hag is even understood to have gone as far as identifying Jean-Clair Todibo as a replacement for his fellow Frenchman.
      The defender currently plays for Nice, who are owned by Ratcliffe’s Ineos group, and has been strongly linked with a move to Old Trafford.

      Both Raphael Varane and Casemiro are expected to leave United sooner rather than laterCredit: PA
      He would likely partner Lisandro Martinez in the centre of defence, with the World Cup winner set to return from a foot injury in the new year.
      Further forward, Casemiro’s exit, paired with the absences of Amrabat and Mejbri, could cause issues in midfield.
      Ten Hag would likely call upon Christian Eriksen and Scott McTominay in front of the defence during AFCON.
      United’s front four of Alejandro Garnacho, Bruno Fernandes, Marcus Rashford and Rasmus Hojlund is set to remain intact.
      Fellow attackers Jadon Sancho, Anthony Martial and Antony are said to be facing the exit too as part of Sir Jim’s cull. More

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      Man Utd ‘ready to let Casemiro leave in £50million January transfer’ just 18 months after signing Brazilian

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are prepared to let Casemiro leave in January, according to reports.Casemiro, 31, joined the Red Devils in a huge £70million transfer from Real Madrid last summer.
      Man Utd are open to selling Casemiro for £50mCredit: Rex
      The midfielder was one of Erik ten Hag’s top performers during his debut campaign at Old Trafford.
      However, he has experienced a significant dip in form this season.
      And TEAMtalk claim that he could leave the club as soon as January.
      Man Utd are demanding £50m for Casemiro, with Ten Hag and his team already scouting potential replacements.
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      The Brazilian is understood to be open to all opportunities, with Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr among the clubs that are interested in a transfer.
      Casemiro is one of 15 first team players that could leave Man Utd within the next year.
      His former Real Madrid team-mate Raphael Varane is also expected to move away in January after falling out of favour with Ten Hag.
      Jadon Sancho, who has been exiled from the squad following a public feud with the Dutchman, is another star who is up for sale, while Antony is said to be on his way out too.
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      Victor Lindelof, Anthony Martial, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Hannibal Mejbri, Jonny Evans and Tom Heaton will all depart next summer if they do not sign new extensions.
      And despite their resurgence in form, Harry Maguire and Scott McTominay could also be shipped out. More

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      Man Utd blow as star man ‘considering switching international allegiance for Afcon’ as fans say ‘I beg please no’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED ace Aaron Wan-Bissaka could switch his international allegiance from England to Congo.Such a decision would be a significant blow for United as they could lose Wan-Bissaka for an entire month after the Christmas holidays.
      Manchester United ace Aaron Wan-Bissaka has been approached by CongoCredit: Getty
      Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag would be without Wan-Bissaka for a whole month due to AfconCredit: Rex
      That is because the full-back would have to jet off to the Ivory Coast and link up with the Leopards for the Africa Cup of Nations, which kicks off on January 13 and ends on February 11.
      Congo have advanced to the finals and will take on Morocco, Zambia and Tanzania in the group stage.
      According to The Athletic’s insider David Ornstein, Wan-Bissaka has been approached by the African country’s football association.
      The 25-year-old has yet to decide but he is considering a potential switch.
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      The ex-Crystal Palace star was born in Croydon but is of Congolese descent and even played for the country’s Under-17s back in 2015.
      And funnily enough, that was for an international friendly against England who won 8-0.
      United fans took to social media immediately after the news broke as they were devastated with the thought of losing another player amid an injury-stricken campaign.
      That would mean manager Erik ten Hag would only have one right-back available in Diogo Dalot.
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      However, some supporters admit Wan-Bissaka deserves a crack at international football having failed to play for England at senior level with Kyle Walker, Kieran Trippier and Reece James ahead of him.
      One fan tweeted: “No I beg please no.”
      Another posted: “Massive blow for us if he goes to AFCON, but would be a good decision for his international career.”
      A third commented: “Man United must have some bad news almost daily.”

      This fan said: “Bad situation in a good manner. Oh no.”
      And that one stated: “A significant decision that could impact Man Utd’s right-back position during the tournament. All eyes on the 25-year-old’s choice!”
      Wan-Bissaka (centre) has not been called up to the senior England squadCredit: Getty More

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      Erik ten Hag ready to hijack Prem rivals as he lines up TWO transfer targets to replace Raphael Varane

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are hunting two major Premier League targets as they prepare to cash in on Raphael Varane. Nice’s Jean-Clair Todibo and Sporting Lisbon hero Goncalo Inacio are tipped to top Erik ten Hag’s shopping list for centre-backs next summer.
      Nice’s Jean-Clair Todibo is said to be back on Man Utd’s radarCredit: Getty
      The Red Devils reportedly admire Sporting Lisbon’s Goncalo InacioCredit: Getty
      But Arsenal and Chelsea rate Todibo highly, while Liverpool scouts have watched Inacio.
      United have stepped up their interest in the duo after Varane slipped way down the pecking order at Old Trafford.
      Harry Maguire, Victor Lindelof and Jonny Evans are ahead of the frustrated Frenchman, with Lisandro Martinez due back from injury later this month.
      United’s incoming investor Sir Jim Ratcliffe is understood to have cleared the sale of 30-year-old Varane as part of a wider squad shake-up.
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      And already Bayern Munich are said to be following his situation carefully.
      But Varane’s wages of £340,000 a week are a big stumbling block to the ex-Real Madrid star joining Harry Kane at the German champions.
      Ratcliffe is ready to allow, or even encourage, a mini-clear-out once he completes his 25 per cent buy-in of United.
      The INEOS owner hopes to take over the club completely in a few years.
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      Todibo, 23, who joined Nice from Barcelona after a loan spell, has long been linked with the Red Devils.
       Inacio is a risng star, having won all his five Portugal caps this year.
      But Liverpool might force United’s hand over the 22-year-old – as Anfield chief Jurgen Klopp is reportedly weighing up a January offer for him.
      Raphael Varane is expected to leave Old Trafford next summerCredit: Getty More

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      Everton forced to cash in on prized assets with Jordan Pickford among three Toffees stars set for January transfers

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      SHELL-SHOCKED Everton face selling star names such as Jordan Pickford in January.Manchester United and Chelsea have both been linked with the England keeper and midfielder Amadou Onana.
      England keeper Jordan Pickford has been at Goodison since 2017Credit: Getty
      Toffees’ midfielder Amadou Onana has been trailed by a string of Prem giantsCredit: Rex
      At least three clubs have been linked with Everton striker Dominic Calvert-LewinCredit: Getty
      And Three Lions striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin has been trailed by Arsenal and Roma.
      The Toffees could be forced into drastic sales as they fear a £300MILLION compensation claim.
      Everton were deducted ten points for breaching Financial Fair Play rules.
      That left Burnley, Leicester and Leeds preparing to sue, with a potential £100m for each club at stake if they win the case.
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      So apart from dropping into the drop zone with the points penalty, the Toffees could lose prized assets in the next transfer window.
      Pickford, 29, only extended his Goodison contract earlier this year until 2017.
      And Prem giants are expected to circle for the Three Lions’ first-choice stopper, should Everton decide to cash in.
      Meanwhile, Onana has reportedly been on the radar of at least four top-flight rivals.
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      United, Chelsea and especially Arsenal have been persistent admirers of the £50million-rated Belgium anchorman, 22.
      But West Ham too showed interest over the summer – as a long-term replacement for Arsenal’s £105m buy Declan Rice.
      As for Calvert-Lewin, the 26-year-old’s progress has been blighted by injury since earning 11 caps up to 2021.
      But Steven Gerrard’s Al-Ettifaq have pondered offering the hitman a massive pay deal.
      And aside from Prem clubs, Jose Mourinho has been considering Calvert-Lewin as a fill-in for injured Tammy Abraham. More

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      Sky Sports ‘ready to use pre-recorded crowd noise’ to drown out Everton’s X-rated protest chant in Man Utd clash

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      SKY SPORTS could use pre-recorded crowd noise to block out an X-rated chant from Everton fans against Manchester United on Sunday.Home supporters will protest at the club’s ten-point deduction by blasting “Premier League corrupt as f***” in the tenth minute of the live TV game.
      Sean Dyche’s Everton could get a noisy reception in more ways than one when the Prem returns with Sunday’s home clash vs Man UtdCredit: Alamy
      Toffees’ supporters are plotting a verbal blast at Prem chiefsCredit: The Times
      The Times say Sky will act to drown out any offensive language – to make sure their coverage sticks within broadcast guidelines.
      That could include using noise already recorded – a tactic deployed during the Covid lockdown.
      At that time, though, it became an interactive choice for TV viewers, rather than enforced.
      The other option back then was to watch the matches from quiet stadiums devoid of supporters with little “atmosphere”.
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      Now Sky will take action to follow Ofcom rules on not broadcasting bad language, especially at such a family time as Sunday afternoon and well before the 9pm watershed.
      Many Everton fans are furious at the club’s ten-point penalty for a single breach of profit and sustainability rules.
      They believe the punishment is too stiff, particularly as Manchester City face 115 charges while Chelsea are being investigated over payments in the Roman Abramovich era.
      It could even get worse for the Toffees – with the risk of an extra nine-point deduction.
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      The Mail suggest Everton might be hit with a £300million compensation bill – if Burnley, Leicester and Leeds sue the Toffees and win the case.
      That could leave new Everton owners 777 partners struggling to pay up.
      And if they failed to do so, the Toffees would be put into administration – meaning nine points docked off. More

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      Man Utd ‘plotting major clearout with TEN flops to be axed in 2024 transfer window in massive post-takeover overhaul’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are expected to plot a major clearout to offload ten players over the next two transfer windows, a report claims.After a struggling start this term Erik ten Hag is aiming to make a complete overhaul of his Red Devils squad amid the arrival of the new stakeholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
      Erik ten Hag is preparing to offload ten players in the next 12 monthsCredit: Getty
      Manchester United are plotting a massive post-takeover overhaulCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      With Ratcliffe’s arrival edging closer he is expected to be making a lot of changes to the Man Utd squad.
      Only just last term the club waved goodbye to a host of stars including David de Gea, Anthony Elanga, Dean Henderson and Fred.
      But United have lost nine of their opening matches this term as the Dutch boss is desperate for a bigger clearout of his squad according to Manchester Evening News.
      The report claims over the next 12 months Ten Hag is aiming to get rid of 10 or more players with the help of the club’s new takeover from Ratcliffe’s £1.3billion deal to buy 25 per cent of the club.
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      The long list includes defender Jonny Evans who is nearly 36 and could struggle to earn himself a new deal as his contract runs out next year.
      Raphael Varane is another suspect who is at risk of being thrown out the exit door as he has fallen down the pecking order.
      SunSport exclusively revealed the former Real Madrid star is targeting a move to Saudi Arabia or Italy, but not until the summer window.
      It’s clear Ten Hag has opted for Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof over the French international this term.
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      But Lindelof’s deal is also up next year while Maguire’s runs out in 2025.
      Meanwhile, full-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka is approaching the final six months of his contract as his future at Old Trafford remains uncertain.
      The report also claims Ten Hag will be looking to make more changes in the midfield.
      While Fred headed to the Turkish side Fenerbahce, United held onto Scott McTominay despite interest from West Ham.
      United ended up replacing the Brazilian with Sofyan Amrabat who joined on loan from Fiorentina.
      There is an option to sign the Moroccan permanently at the end of the term but he is yet to prove himself and become a regular starter for the team.
      Meanwhile, midfielders Caseimiro and Christian Eriksen are both in their 30s and United could be tempted to sell the pair.
      Also Anthony Martial’s future remains unclear as his contract runs out next June.
      The French star is in his ninth term at United but has fallen down the ranks since Rasmus Hojlund’s arrival.
      Having failed to score since May he has made a limited amount of appearances in Ten Hag’s squad this season.
      With United only managing to hit the back of the net 13 times so far this term a change to the frontline is impending.
      And the other stars on the offload list are backup shot-stopper Tom Heaton and Hannibal Mejbri whose contracts run out in 2024.
      Hannibal’s contract can be extended for another 12 months but Heaton’s time at Old Trafford could be coming to an end.
      Raphael Varane is expected to leave the club next yearCredit: Getty More

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      Fulham ‘ahead of Man Utd and Liverpool in Brazil wonderkid race as Marco Silva targets huge double transfer’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and Liverpool have suffered a blow in their battle to sign Brazil star Andre Trindade, according to reports.SunSport exclusively revealed that Fulham were desperate to beat their Premier League rivals to the signing of the Fluminense  midfielder.
      Andre Trindade could join Fulham in JanuaryCredit: Getty
      The Cottagers are in the market for a playmaker amid interest in Joao Palhinha, who nearly joined Bayern Munich in the summer.
      And The Standard are now reporting that Fulham are leading the chase for Andre.
      He has emerged as one of the best talents in South America and has three Brazil caps to his name.
      The 22-year-old has been on the radar of Liverpool for some time and they tried to sign him in January.
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      But Fluminense refused to sell during their Copa Libertadores campaign.
      And it proved to be a wise decision, with the Brazilians going on to win the South American equivalent of the Champions League.
      Now, with the domestic campaign ending next month, they are open to selling the player.
      Club president Mario Bittencort even has an agreement with the him that he could leave in January.
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      They are set to demand a fee of £30million for Andre.
      Fulham reportedly moved ahead of Man Utd and Liverpool after chief Alistair Mackintosh flew to Brazil for face-to-face talks last week.
      He was there as Fluminense beat Boca Juniors in the final of the Copa Libertadores too.
      Fulham are also potentially in for a new striker after losing Aleksandar Mitrovic prior to the start of the season.
      Marco Silva will supposedly be backed in the transfer market after penning a new contract at the club and he is keen on Wolfsburg ace Jonas Wind.
      The 24-year-old Dane has interest from many sides and has nine goals in 13 games this season.
      Jonas Wind is attracting interest from several sidesCredit: Getty More