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    Man Utd star Antony’s girlfriend Rosilene Silva seen leaving home with suitcases after star accused of domestic violence

    MANCHESTER United star Antony’s girlfriend and mother of his child has been spotted leaving their Cheshire home amid his domestic violence allegations.Rosilene Silva was seen packing a single suitcase into the back of a car just hours after the ace was axed from Brazil’s national squad.
    Antony’s girlfriend Rosilene Silva was seen exiting their Cheshire home
    Her departure comes hours after the Man Utd ace was axed from the Brazil squad
    Antony, 23, strongly denies assaulting his ex-girlfriend Gabriela CavallinCredit: Getty
    The Brazilian beauty’s mysterious exit fuels potential rumours that things in the Man Utd star’s home might not be sailing smooth.
    The past couple of days have been quite the whirlwind for the £85million winger as he strongly denies assaulting ex-girlfriend Gabriela Cavallin.
    The DJ and influencer says she dated the World Cup star on and off for two years and lived with him in Amsterdam while he played for Ajax.
    Gabriela claims the first assault came at a nightclub in São Paulo last July when she was around 17 weeks pregnant with his baby.
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    On Monday evening, Gabriela, who has nearly 500,000 Instagram followers, published a letter issued by her legal team.
    It read: “Gabriela Cavallin’s defence, in view of the facts and evidence that became public knowledge on this date, regarding the repeated episodes of aggression suffered by her, informs that she trusts the serious and competent investigation by the Civil Police of São Paulo.
    “[And] hopes that, as such, once completed, the aggressor will be prosecuted and punished for the crimes he committed.”
    A statement from Antony was also published in the same evening, where he said he felt “obliged” to break his silence “out of respect for my fans, friends and family”.
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    The 23-year-old footballer once again denied the accusations of domestic violence after a first statement published in June.
    “Out of respect for my fans, friends and family, I feel obliged to speak out publicly about the false accusations that I have been a victim of,” he wrote.
    “From the beginning, I have treated this matter with seriousness and respect, providing the necessary clarifications to the police.
    “The investigation is under judicial secrecy, and therefore I cannot make its contents public.
    “However, I can calmly say that the accusations are false, and that the current evidence and the ones yet to be produced demonstrate my innocence.
    He added that his relationship with Gabriela was “tumultuous” but claims it never resulted in violence.
    “My relationship with Mrs. Gabriela was tumultuous, with verbal insults from both sides, but I never committed any physical aggression,” he explained.
    “Each time, whether in testimony or in an interview, she presents a different version of the accusations.
    “Therefore, I come to vehemently deny the accusations made and inform you that I remain at the entire disposal of the Brazilian authorities to clarify anything.
    “I trust that ongoing police investigations will demonstrate the truth about my innocence.”
    The online statement war comes after Gabriela shared a new string of text messages and pictures of her injuries as cops in Brazil carry on with the domestic violence probe.
    Cavallin’s fresh claims were first published by Brazilian media outlet UOL, one of the South American country’s largest news providers.
    Gabriela also shared two new images showing injuries on her head and fingers, claiming to be a result of Antony’s alleged attacks.
    She alleges her finger was cut to the bone and that the footballer attacked her while she was pregnant.
    In the new string of undated WhatsApp messages, the DJ and influencer claims Antony wished she was dead and told her “go f**k yourself” after she allegedly refused to reply to his messages and calls.
    The Premier League ace was also axed from the Brazil national squad and replaced by Gabriel Jesus ahead of this month’s two World Cup qualifiers.
    In a statement, the Brazilian FA (CBF) informed that the cut occurred “due to the facts that became public this Monday and that need to be investigated, and in order to preserve the alleged victim.”
    GMP said in a statement on Monday on Antony: “Greater Manchester Police is aware of the allegations made and enquiries remain ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding this report.
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    “We will not be commenting any further at this time.”
    The Sun Online has also approached Antony’s team and Gabriela Cavallin’s lawyers for comment.
    How you can get helpWomen’s Aid has this advice for victims and their families:

    Always keep your phone nearby.

    Get in touch with charities for help, including the Women’s Aid live chat helpline and services such as SupportLine.

    If you are in danger, call 999.

    Familiarise yourself with the Silent Solution, reporting abuse without speaking down the phone, instead dialling “55”.

    Always keep some money on you, including change for a pay phone or bus fare.

    If you suspect your partner is about to attack you, try to go to a lower-risk area of the house – for example, where there is a way out and access to a telephone.

    Avoid the kitchen and garage, where there are likely to be knives or other weapons.

    Avoid rooms where you might become trapped, such as the bathroom, or where you might be shut into a cupboard or other small space.

    If you are a ­victim of domestic abuse, SupportLine is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 6pm to 8pm on 01708 765200. The charity’s email support ­service is open weekdays and weekends during the crisis – messageinfo@supportline.org.uk.
    Women’s Aid provides a live chat service – available weekdays from 8am-6pm and weekends 10am-6pm.
    You can also call the freephone 24-hour ­National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247. More

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    Phil Jones’ Man Utd shirt gets new owner as fans hail ‘biggest upgrade ever’

    MANCHESTER UNITED new-boy Sofyan Amrabat has inherited Phil Jones’ No4 shirt.Jones, 31, wore the jersey between 2011 and May this year.
    Phil Jones left Man United at the end of last seasonCredit: Reuters
    Sofyan Amrabat is the Red Devils’ new No4Credit: Instagram @manchesterunited
    He left Old Trafford at the end of last season upon the conclusion of his United contract.
    The injury-plagued former England star, who was tipped for greatness by Sir Alex Ferguson when he joined from Balckburn, made 229 appearances for the Red Devils, but hardly featured in his latter years with the club due to injury.
    Jones suffered with persistent knee issues and played just five times in his final three years with United.
    Following Jones’ exit, Amrabat has taken on the Red Devils’ No4 shirt.
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    And fans appear to be pretty happy about the idea of finally seeing the shirt in regular action.
    One wrote: “from Phil Jones to Amrabat. biggest upgrade ever.”
    While a second tweeted: “From Phil Jones to Amrabat. The Ten Haag Effects.”
    A third similarly commented: “The No4 shirt going from Phil Jones to Amrabat is a big upgrade.”
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    Another added: “Sofyan Amrabat. He takes the Legends Phil Jones’ No.4.”
    Jones’ predecessor in United’s No4 shirt was also injury prone.
    Owen Hargreaves was the Red Devils’ No4 between 2007 and 2011.
    Like Jones, Hargreaves also only made five appearances in his final three years with United.
    Ironically, the Red Devils actually possess another player that has worn their No4 shirt.
    Jonny Evans was technically United’s No4 during the 2006-07 season, although he spent the majority of the campaign out on loan.
    He later switched to No23 and then No6 – but has taken No35 this time around.
    Jones was United’s No4 for 12 yearsCredit: Getty
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    Mason Greenwood’s loan club Getafe slammed as ‘TONE DEAF’ as ex Man Utd striker filmed signing autographs before launch

    MASON Greenwood’s loan club Getafe has been slammed as “tone deaf” after the ex Manchester United striker was filmed signing autographs ahead of his launch.Greenwood can be seen posing for snaps with kids and signing their shirts and footballs in a clip which Getafe posted on Twitter.
    One fan has already bought his Greenwood no. 12 shirtCredit: Twitter
    Greenwood posed for snaps with young fansCredit: Twitter
    Greenwood trained in front of fans earlier today
    One fan had already got his hands on a replica of Greenwood’s number 12 shirt, which he wore back-to-front as he hugged the striker.
    Greenwood will be officially presented to fans along with Getafe’s other summer signings at the Coliseum stadium in Madrid at 7pm local time tonight.
    The club’s enthusiastic welcome for Greenwood has been widely slammed on social media.
    Popular account Out of Context Football Manager tweeted: “Getafe have to be the most tone deaf club I’ve ever seen in my life. Read the room.”
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    Earlier today Greenwood trained for the first time with his new club Getafe – more than 18 months since his last game for Manchester United.
    The striker was pictured training with his Getafe teammates as he gets ready for his expected debut with the La Liga side later this month.
    Greenwood was recently seen training alone in a park with his dad – but this is the first time he has taken part in full team training for well over a year.
    It is highly unlikely that Greenwood is match fit – and the snaps of him training suggest he is focusing on strength and conditioning.
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    Getafe also posted a clip of fans giving Greenwood an ecstatic welcome to the training ground near Madrid.
    It was captioned: “We love you Mason Greenwood”.
    Greenwood yesterday broke his silence after being pictured holding his Getafe shirt for the first time since his Manchester United exit.
    The striker, 21, has been provided with a pathway back to football by the La Liga side.
    In a message to fans, he said: “Hi Getafe fans, it’s Mason here.
    “I’m so happy to be here and I can’t wait to get started.”
    Getafe also posted a snap on Twitter of Greenwood holding up the club’s blue home strip.
    It was captioned “Mason Greenwood ya esta aqui” – which means “Mason Greenwood is here”.
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    The Spanish club announced the deal just minutes before the summer transfer window deadline arrived on Friday.
    United will receive no loan fee and will cover the majority of his £75,000-a-week wage during his time in Spain.
    A club statement added: “The move enables Greenwood to begin to rebuild his career away from Manchester United.
    “The club will continue to offer its support to Mason and his family during this period of transition.”
    Greenwood may not make his debut until September 17, when Getafe host Osasuna.
    It comes after United announced that Greenwood had “mutually agreed” to leave the club following an internal probe into his arrest.
    He was arrested in October last year but all charges were dropped in February by the Crown Prosecution Service.
    Greenwood still has two years left to run with the option of a further 12 months had the club wanted to take it up.
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    Failing to offload him would have left the club facing a payment of nearly £8million.
    It comes after new details of Greenwood’s Getafe transfer emerged – including the striker’s kit number and his £75,000-a-week salary.
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    Top 10 most overvalued summer transfers revealed with Man Utd, Arsenal and Chelsea all losing millions

    THE top ten most overvalued transfers have been revealed and it is not good reading for Premier League clubs.Experts at Spin Genie UK have crunched the numbers to work out which clubs around the world spent too heavily during the summer window.
    Chelsea supposedly overpaid for Moises CaicedoCredit: Alamy
    Man Utd forked out £72m on Rasmus HojlundCredit: Getty
    They have compared the amount the buying club paid to their market value at the time of the move.
    Chelsea signed Brighton star Moises Caicedo for a staggering £115million as they smashed the British transfer record.
    The Blues beat Liverpool to bring in the midfielder and handed him an eight-year deal at Stamford Bridge.
    However, the study claims that Chelsea overpaid by a huge £50m.
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    They believe he is worth just £64m.
    Saudi Arabian clubs also splashed the cash this summer, especially Al-Hilal, who overpaid by £26m each in the deals for Malcolm and Neymar.
    The top ten additionally shows Manchester United overspent in their moves for Rasmus Hojlund and Andre Onana.
    Erik ten Hag signed the Danish striker for a whopping £72m from Italian side Atalanta despite his inexperience, with him having only scored 27 goals in his club career.
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    The statisticians think United paid £26m too much for Hojlund and £15m for goalkeeper Onana.
    Arsenal bolstered their squad by spending over £210m to sign Declan Rice, Kai Havertz and Jurrien Timber.
    The Gunners’ £105m deal for the ex-West Ham captain was £23m too high compared to his market value and Chelsea pocketed £17m more than they should have for Havertz.
    RB Leipzig were the big winners of the summer window despite losing key players Dominik Szoboszlai and Josko Gvardiol to Liverpool and Man City respectively.
    The German side received a combined £30m more than expected for the duo.
    And another transfer that was overvalued saw Matheus Cunha making his initial loan move from Atletico Madrid to Wolves permanent. More

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    Man Utd fan Rachel Riley blasts ‘heinous’ Antony abuse allegations after taking stand against club over Mason Greenwood

    MANCHESTER United fan Rachel Riley has blasted Antony over domestic violence allegations after previously taking a stand against the club over Mason Greenwood.The presenter, 37, called for domestic abuse experts to be involved in Man United’s “club processes” as the £85million winger denies assaulting ex-girlfriend Gabriela Cavallin.
    Man Utd fan Rachel Riley blasted star player Antony over domestic violence allegations
    The player, 23, has denied all allegations of attacking ex-girlfriend Gabriela CavallinCredit: PA
    The DJ and influencer claims he ‘sliced her fingers’ and attacked her while she was pregnantCredit: UOL/Gabriela Cavallin
    Rachel’s intervention comes after she was also outspoken against United reintegrating Greenwood into the squad before his move to Getafe.
    She claimed that the club were “green-lighting abuse” with their apparent support for the player – and vowed to stop supporting Man Utd if they allowed the forward to return.
    The Countdown co-host and Man United fan has now reacted to the allegations against Antony after his ex shared new texts and pictures apparently detailing her claims.
    The star has been dropped by the Brazil national team, and is facing police probes in his home country and in the UK.
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    Antony denies all allegations and has vowed to clear his name.
    Cavallin alleges she was verbally and physically abused by the footballer, claiming he left her with a sliced finger and attacked her while she was pregnant.
    “Is anyone doing any due diligence on these players?” Riley wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter.
    “Heinous stuff described in these accusations.”
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    “This time domestic abuse experts need to be involved in the club’s processes.”
    A spokesman for Manchester United said the club does not have any comment.
    GMP said in a statement on Monday on Antony: “Greater Manchester Police is aware of the allegations made and enquiries remain ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding this report.
    “We will not be commenting any further at this time.”
    On Monday, Gabriela hit back with a formal letter on Instagram as cops carry on an investigation in her native São Paulo, Brazil.
    The influencer and DJ’s statement comes after Antony released his own lengthy statement on Instagram, admitting he had a “tumultuous” relationship with Gabriela.
    She says she dated the World Cup ace on and off for two years and lived with him in Amsterdam while he played for Ajax.
    The 23-year-old claims the first assault came at a nightclub in São Paulo last July when she was around 17 weeks pregnant with his baby.
    Gabriela, who has nearly 500,000 Instagram followers, published a letter issued by her legal team.
    It read: “Gabriela Cavallin’s defence, in view of the facts and evidence that became public knowledge on this date, regarding the repeated episodes of aggression suffered by her, informs that she trusts the serious and competent investigation by the Civil Police of São Paulo.
    “[And] hopes that, as such, once completed, the aggressor will be prosecuted and punished for the crimes he committed.”
    A statement from Antony was published just hours later, where he said he felt “obliged” to break his silence “out of respect for my fans, friends and family”.
    The 23-year-old footballer once again denied the accusations of domestic violence – echoing his first statement published in June.
    “Out of respect for my fans, friends and family, I feel obliged to speak out publicly about the false accusations that I have been a victim of,” he wrote.
    “From the beginning, I have treated this matter with seriousness and respect, providing the necessary clarifications to the police.
    “The investigation is under judicial secrecy, and therefore I cannot make its contents public.
    “However, I can calmly say that the accusations are false, and that the current evidence and the ones yet to be produced demonstrate my innocence.
    He added that his relationship with Gabriela was “tumultuous” but claims it never resulted in violence.
    “My relationship with Mrs. Gabriela was tumultuous, with verbal insults from both sides, but I never committed any physical aggression,” he explained.
    “Each time, whether in testimony or in an interview, she presents a different version of the accusations.
    “Therefore, I come to vehemently deny the accusations made and inform you that I remain at the entire disposal of the Brazilian authorities to clarify anything.
    “I trust that ongoing police investigations will demonstrate the truth about my innocence.”
    The online statement war comes after Gabriela shared a new string of text messages and pictures of her injuries as cops in Brazil carry on with the domestic violence probe.
    Cavallin’s fresh claims were first published by Brazilian media outlet UOL, one of the South American country’s largest news providers.
    In the new string of undated WhatsApp messages, the DJ and influencer claims Antony wished she was dead and told her “go f*** yourself” after she allegedly refused to reply to his messages and calls.
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    The Premier League ace was also axed from the Brazil national squad and replaced by Gabriel Jesus ahead of this month’s two World Cup qualifiers.
    In a statement, the Brazilian FA (CBF) informed that the cut occurred “due to the facts that became public this Monday and that need to be investigated, and in order to preserve the alleged victim.”
    How you can get helpWomen’s Aid has this advice for victims and their families:

    Always keep your phone nearby.

    Get in touch with charities for help, including the Women’s Aid live chat helpline and services such as SupportLine.

    If you are in danger, call 999.

    Familiarise yourself with the Silent Solution, reporting abuse without speaking down the phone, instead dialing “55”.

    Always keep some money on you, including change for a pay phone or bus fare.

    If you suspect your partner is about to attack you, try to go to a lower-risk area of the house – for example, where there is a way out and access to a telephone.

    Avoid the kitchen and garage, where there are likely to be knives or other weapons.

    Avoid rooms where you might become trapped, such as the bathroom, or where you might be shut into a cupboard or other small space.

    If you are a ­victim of domestic abuse, SupportLine is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 6pm to 8pm on 01708 765200. The charity’s email support ­service is open weekdays and weekends during the crisis – messageinfo@supportline.org.uk.
    Women’s Aid provides a live chat service – available weekdays from 8am-6pm and weekends 10am-6pm.
    You can also call the freephone 24-hour ­National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247. More

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    How Man Utd were ‘forced to pay TWICE as much for Sofyan Amrabat loan transfer after trying to play hardball’

    MANCHESTER UNITED were forced to pay twice as much for Sofyan Amrabat’s loan transfer from Fiorentina.The Moroccan midfielder completed a deadline day switch to Old Trafford after weeks of negotiations.
    Manchester United had to pay twice as much to sign Sofyan Amrabat on loanCredit: Getty
    He has signed on an initial loan from Fiorentina with an option to make the deal permanent.
    As part of the deal, United will pay an £8.5million loan fee, but the deal would have cost less had the Red Devils not played hardball.
    According to The Athletic, negotiations last week saw Fiorentina ask for a £4.25million loan fee.
    However, when United only offered just over £2.5million, the Italians informed them the deal was off.
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    Talks later resumed, but with the Serie A side now demanding an £8.5million loan fee, the report adds.
    United were able to reach an agreement close to those terms on Friday, with the deal worth a total of £30million, including a £17million option to buy clause.
    Amrabat went on to complete his medical in Pisa before his signing was announced late on deadline day.
    It is understood the 27-year-old had only wanted to join Erik ten Hag’s side and rejected a move to three other Premier League clubs.
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    Fans have been forced to wait to see their new midfielder in action as he was not registered in time to appear against Arsenal on Sunday.
    Instead, Amrabat’s United debut could come after the international break, with the club’s next match at home to Brighton on September 16.
    However, it has emerged that a recurring back injury, which forced him to use painkillers to play at the World Cup, was detected in his medical.
    It is not clear how this will affect when he will play.
    Amrabat has also yet to be given a squad number by United, who have said it will be revealed “once his registration is completed”.
    The Morocco international wears number four for his country and was number 34 at Fiorentina.
    Phil Jones’ exit has left four vacant, but Donny van de Beek currently holds the number 34 shirt.
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    Man Utd star Sofyan Amrabat ‘arrives with injury’ following revelation about World Cup struggles

    SOFYAN AMRABAT arrived at Manchester United with a recurring back injury which had hampered his World Cup. The midfielder joined Old Trafford from Fiorentina on a deadline-day loan deal.
    Sofyan Amrabat arrived at Manchester United with a recurriing back injuryCredit: Getty
    But according to The Athletic, United detected a minor back injury in Amrabat’s medical.
    The Moroccan had revealed he received pain-killing injections just to play in the round of 16 against Spain.
    Following a knock to Mason Mount which sidelined the summer signing, United were forced into the market for a new midfielder.
    But talks to sign Amrabat were not plane sailing.
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    It is claimed Fiorentina wanted a total package worth near £30million — an £8.5m loan fee, £17.1m after 15 appearances plus £4.2m in add-ons.
    United only offered £2.5m for the loan, which was rejected and left the Serie A club short of patience.
    The club’s director of football negotiations Matt Hargreaves was left to resurrect the deal after being told it was off.
    Amrabat, 27, was hellbent on a move to Manchester and even switched to the same agency as manager Erik ten Hag to get it done.
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    Eventually, the two clubs agreed on an £8.5m loan fee with the option to make the move permanent for £17.1m.
    Amrabat has not played all season, not because of injury but as Fiorentina wanted the player to make a decision on his future.

    But it remains to be seen how his back problem will effect the start of his season.
    Rasmus Hojlund came off the bench in United’s 3-1 loss at Arsenal over the weekend having also joined with a back injury.
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    Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag leaves Jadon Sancho to stew training with fringe players as he heads off on holiday amid row

    ERIK TEN HAG has left Jadon Sancho to stew after heading off on holiday following their public war of words.The Manchester United and England star was one of the few players training at Carrington, with most team-mates off on international duty.
    Jadon Sancho is training with Manchester United fringe players during the international breakCredit: Getty
    Boss Ten Hag and his coaching staff have taken a short break.
    It means Sancho, whose career at Old Trafford hangs in the balance, is unlikely to see the Dutchman until next week.
    Sancho has yet to speak to Ten Hag after his extraordinary attack on the manager on Sunday night.
    Following the 3-1 loss to Arsenal, Ten Hag revealed the ex-Borussia Dortmund winger had been axed from the United squad because of his “performances in training”.
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    But Sancho hit back and said: “I will not allow people saying things that are completely untrue.
    “I have conducted myself very well in training this week. I believe there are other reasons for this matter that I won’t go into.
    “I’ve been a scapegoat for a long time which isn’t fair.”
    Ten Hag has the full backing of United’s board over his decision to drop Sancho from the squad.
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    The Dutch coach has repeatedly impressed on United’s players the importance of being professional and not letting their standards drop.
    Yet Ten Hag still hopes Sancho, who joined from Dortmund for £73million in 2021, can turn his career around.
    Aaron Wan-Bissaka has completely transformed his United career after he was earlier frozen out by Ten Hag.
    Marcus Rashford also listened to Ten Hag’s advice — and delivered his best ever season for United last term.
    Red Devils legend Rio Ferdinand says Sancho has backed himself into a corner.
    He reckons the only options moving forward are a switch to Saudi Arabia before the transfer window there closes on Thursday or a long spell on the bench.
    Ferdinand, 44, said: “There are two ways this ends.
    “There’s only one window open now — and that’s Saudi. Or you’re on the bench or not getting in the squad for the rest of the season.”
    Former Old Trafford keeper Ben Foster claims the 23-year-old is lucky that Ten Hag is the manager and not Sir Alex Ferguson.
    Foster added: “It’s crazy. If Alex Ferguson is manager at this moment in time of Manchester United, and Jadon Sancho does this, he will never see the light of day again for Man United.
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    “He’ll never play for this club, he’ll never be allowed in the training ground. You are done.
    “It’s not going to help you. It’s petulant, it’s reactive, it’s emotional and it’s disrespectful.”
    Sancho lashed out at Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag for leaving him outCredit: AFP More