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    Jude Bellingham’s Real Madrid shirt No1 in list of European sales with shock Man Utd star cracking top 10

    REAL MADRID superstar Jude Bellingham topped the list of most shirts sold across Europe last month.Bellingham has set the world alight since his £115million move to Real in the summer made him the most expensive British player of all time.
    Bellingham has set the world alight at Real ever since his record move
    The midfielder has since been dominating with Los Blancos where he has already registered a staggering 13 goals and three assists in 13 matches across all competitions.
    That saw him win this year’s Kopa trophy in the Ballon d’Or awards, marking the 20-year-old out as the best young player of the year.
    The England international is also dominating off the pitch.
    According to Fanatics, no one has sold more shirts than Bellingham across the entire continent in October.
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    In fact, the ex-Birmingham star tops the Top 10 list, which includes a shock addition from Manchester United.
    Manchester City superstar Erling Haaland, who led Pep Guardiola’s team to a stunning Treble last season and has already registered a whopping 13 goals and three assists in 16 matches, comes second.
    Paris Saint-Germain star Kylian Mbappe is third despite the fact his contract with the club runs out in June and there is absolutely no indication he will renew as he eyes a move to join Bellingham at Real.
    United’s Marcus Rashford follows in fourth place despite his slow start this season as he stood out last term with an impressive 30 goals and 11 assists in 56 appearances.
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    Son Heung-min is fifth as he makes all Tottenham fans forget about Harry Kane with eight goals in 11 matches so far.
    Liverpool star Mohamed Salah is sixth despite his strong links with a move to Saudi Arabia in the near future, with Al-Ittihad still keeping tabs.
    Kevin De Bruyne is seventh after a fantastic season with City, which shows how much fans are looking forward to his return from a hamstring injury.
    But the most shocking addition comes in eighth place and it’s none other than United ace Alejandro Garnacho.
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    Garnacho has yet to register a goal in the Premier League or Champions League this season.
    But the winger is still considered a star in the making by many and it seems like there is a lot of faith in him as fans are literally investing in him.
    The Argentina international finishes above stars like Bukayo Saka from Arsenal and Vinicius Junior from Real, who finish ninth and 10th respectively.
    Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham sold more shirts than anyone in Europe last month
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    Man Utd draw up ‘four-man transfer shortlist’ for striker in January that includes veteran aged 33 and Brazil prodigy

    MANCHESTER UNITED have drawn up a four-man shortlist of alternatives to Brentford striker Ivan Toney, according to reports.The Red Devils splashed out £72million on promising ace Rasmus Hojlund in the summer.
    Erik ten Hag’s side have endured a disastrous start to the seasonCredit: Reuters
    Brentford’s Ivan Toney is likely to be out of Man Utd’s price rangeCredit: Alamy
    But with Erik ten Hag’s side struggling for goals, they could to give Hojlund further help up top.
    United have previously been linked with Brentford star Toney.
    With Financial Fair Play regulations to consider, however, the Bees’ hefty price-tag for their star man will likely rule United out of the race – despite Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s imminent purchase of a 25 per cent stake in the club.
    Marcus Rashford scored 30 goals last season, but has managed just one so far this term.
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    Hojlund has bagged three in the Champions League but is yet to get off the mark in the Prem.
    Antony, Alejandro Garnacho, Anthony Martial and Mason Mount are also all yet to score in the league this season.
    According to TeamTalk, Porto veteran Mehdi Taremi is on United’s wishlist.
    The 31-year-old is in the final year of his deal in Portugal, making a cut-price deal realistic.
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    Mehdi Taremi’s contract is set to expire in JuneCredit: Getty
    He has scored 83 goals 161 appearances for the Portuguese giants, but only has two in ten league games so far this season.
    Monaco captain Wissam Ben Yedder, 33, is also claimed to be on United’s list of options.
    While Flamengo’s 27-year-old former wonderkid Gabriel Barbosa could be tempted to snub Saudi Arabia and return to Europe by United, having previously been on the books at Inter Milan.
    Dubbed “Gabigol”, Barbosa has 20 goals in 55 outings across all competitions this year.
    The final name on United’s shortlist is Brazilian starlet Marcos Leonardo.
    Aged just 20, Leonardo has also attracted interest from Newcastle after impressing for Brazil’s Under-20s.
    The Santos ace has netted 21 goals in 42 outings for Neymar’s former club.
    Gabriel Barbosa is a Brazilian former wonderkidCredit: Getty
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    Man Utd fans want Mason Greenwood to ‘come home’ after Getafe success – even though crisis-hit club won’t take him back

    MANCHESTER United fans reportedly want Mason greenwood to return following his loan spell at Getafe.The winger, 22, scored twice for his new Spanish club as they thrashed minnows Tardienta on Wednesday night.
    Mason Greenwood in action against RCD Mallorca last weekCredit: Getty
    Greenwood pictured during his unveiling as a Getafe played on September 5Credit: PA
    The brace adds to his first La Liga goal against Celta Vigo last month.
    Greenwood is on loan at the Madrid-based club from United, though is said to be “happy” with life in Spain.
    Back at Old Trafford, though, manager Erik Ten Hag is under increasing scrutiny following his side’s abject start to the season.
    United were dumped out the Carabao Cup, the competition they won last year, following a 3-0 defeat at home to Newcastle on Tuesday night.
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    It was the club’s eighth loss in 15 matches so far this season.
    Now desperate fans are calling for Greenwood to return to the club, Daily Star reports.
    Taking to social media, one said: “Bring back my star boy.”
    Another wrote: “I think it is the best time we bring Mason Greenwood back from Getafe. He’s just good tbh.
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    “Better than every forward in Man United’s squad currently. Mason should be back.”
    A third added: “Do you know what is technically missing in this ten Hag squad? Mason Greenwood.”
    But others were reluctant on the idea, saying he should be “nowhere near United”.
    Greenwood was arrested arrested in January last year following charges of attempted rape, assault and coercive control.
    He was later charged with the offences, before the case was dropped by the Crown Prosecution Service in February.
    United subsequently launched an internal probe, before deciding that Greenwood could not continue his career at Old Trafford.
    He joined Getafe on hours before the end of the summer transfer window deadline and has now scored three goals in eight appearances.
    A source told SunSport he is hoping to stay at the club for the forseeable future.
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    They added: “The players and fans have all given him a welcome he could only have dreamed of.
    “He really feared his career was over. Now he’s just so happy and  wants to carry on playing and not think too far ahead.”
    Greenwood in action for United in his last game at Old Trafford on January 22 last yearCredit: Getty More

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    Ex-Man Utd cult icon wakes up unemployed after being released by club following horror injury

    CULT Manchester United hero Javier Hernandez faces an uncertain future after LA Galaxy released him following a serious injury suffered in June.The former West Ham striker, 35, known as “Chicharito” which translates to The Little Pea, was famed as a super-sub at Old Trafford from 2010-2015.
    Javier Hernandez’s playing future is up in the air as he leaves LA Galaxy after three years following an ACL injury five months agoCredit: Getty
    Hernandez, bottom left, often came on to bag crucial goals for Man UtdCredit: Action Images – Reuters
    But the 109-cap Mexico international has not played since damaging the ACL on his right knee against Real Salt Lake in the MLS five months ago.
    Now Galaxy are making the ex-Bayer Leverkusen star a free agent after his contract expired.
    Hernandez had one of the Premier League’s best goals-per-minute ratios during his United days.
    But he was frustrated by his lack of starts and, after a loan spell with Real Madrid, he departed Old Trafford eight years ago.

    Now he’s bowing out at Galaxy after 82 games, with just nine of those appearances from the bench – notching 39 goals and six assists.
    But judging by an Instagram post, Hernandez is determined to turn misfortune to his advantage.
    The former Sevilla hitman wrote: “Life becomes exciting when you allow yourself to change and evolve to new challenges.
    “Thanks to everyone who was involved in my journey these 4 years. Thank you for everything @lagalaxy.”
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    The club’s head coach Gregg Vanney praised Hernandez for his desire and leadership.
    The former DC United boss, 49, said: “We are grateful to Javier for his dedication and contributions to the LA Galaxy.
    “Javier was a passionate leader for our club on and off the field.
    “We wish him all the best moving forward.” More

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    Man City ‘plot shock transfer raid on bitter rivals Man Utd’ as fans fume ‘fold the club if this happens’

    MANCHESTER CITY are tipped to launch a shock raid on neighbours United for Kobbie Mainoo – leaving Red Devils fans furious.United supporters ranted “Fold the club if this happens” and “£200million or nothing” as City were linked with the midfielder, 18.
    Kobbie Mainoo returned to training last month after injuryCredit: Getty
    Man Utd supporters would be furious if Mainoo ended up at biggest rivals City and Old Trafford became an away venue for the prodigyCredit: Getty
    FourFourTwo claim Pep Guardiola’s Treble winners are keen on the starlet – one of the hottest prospects for years from the Old Trafford academy.
    Mainoo had fans raving in pre-season with his mature displays and all-round class, before an ankle injury ruled him out until last month.
    And as Erik ten Hag’s men flounder on all fronts this term, many supporters want the England Under-19 ace fast-tracked into the first team.
    But it’s claimed City are contemplating an approach that would highlight the current gulf between the two clubs.
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    Etihad chiefs have been focusing more on bringing through youngsters, whereas United appear close to disarray on and off the field ahead of Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s planned £245m investment.
    But it’s unclear if any bid from City for Mainoo would get off the ground.
    Ten Hag rates him highly and United would surely be sensitive to selling such a gem to their closest and fiercest rivals.
    United fans reacted to the speculation over Mainoo with a mixture of anger and scepticism.
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    One posted: “If they’re gonna take Mainoo I want Foden and Haaland in return.” 
    Another wrote, “Why tf would he go there?”.
    An an even more confident supporter said: “I don’t think United will ever sell, lmao.”
    Some supporters pleaded for Mainoo to be “given a big run of games” as anchorman Casemiro now faces several weeks out with a hamstring injury.
    And one fan called for a “£1billion release clause please” to kill off any interest from City.
    But with United struggling in the Champions League and Prem, then thumped 3-0 by Newcastle in the Carabao Cup, another observer said of Mainoo: “If he has ambition he will leave.” More

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    How West Ham could line up after January transfer window with new striker & Man Utd duo as Sheikh Jassim lines up bid

    WEST HAM could have a very different look in January as they eye up a new striker and a Manchester United duo.Qatari royal Sheikh Jassim is reportedly ready to purchase a stake in the Hammers after being snubbed by United.
    Feyenoord’s Santiago Gimenez is on West Ham’s radarCredit: Getty
    Sheikh Jassim could plot revenge on Man Utd and bid for a stake at West HamCredit: AFP
    The Sheikh wanted a complete £5billion or the Red Devils, with the Glazers instead preferring to sell a smaller stake to Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
    And some of that money could now find its way to East London instead.
    That means manager David Moyes could be for a very busy January transfer window.
    Top of the Scotsman’s list is a new striker, with Danny Ings is yet to prove to be of any competition to No9 Michail Antonio.
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    Mexican hot-shot Santiago Gimenez may be the man to change that, following his remarkable goal-scoring form for Feyenoord.
    Tottenham, Arsenal, Newcastle, Inter Milan, AC Milan, Juventus, Napoli, Lazio, Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid all have their eyes on the 22-year-old.
    And there is a valid reason for that as so far this term he has scored 15 times in 11 outings in all competitions.
    The East London side did spark interest in the striker during the summer, but Gimenez ended up securing a long-term deal with the Eredivisie side until 2027.
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    West Ham are in line to make a move on Manchester United duo Anthony Martial and Harry MaguireCredit: Reuters
    That means he will not come cheap in the new year, as the Rotterdam club have already valued their frontman at £40million.
    And Moyes could move for United’s Anthony Martial if a deal for Gimenez cannot be done.
    The Frenchman, still only 27, is in desperate need of a career lifeline.
    The injury-plagued striker has not completed a full Premier League game since January 2021.
    But Martial’s experience, with over 300 games for United, could be a useful asset to Moyes, alongside right winger Jarrod Bowen.
    And Martial could not be the only out-of-favour Red Devil moving to the London Stadium, with the Hammers ready to try again for Harry Maguire.
    The Hammers offered £20m for the former United captain in the summer, but saw their bid rejected by the player.
    However, Maguire has since hinted that he could leave in January ahead of Euro 2024 if he continues to receive limited game time.
    England stalwart Maguire’s experience would certainly be beneficial to Nayef Aguerd in the West Ham backline.
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    But a cheaper option would be Club America’s Uruguay centre-back Sebastian Caceres.
    The Hammers could seal a deal with the 24-year-old in January for as little as £6million.
    West Ham are set to rekindle their interest in Harry MaguireCredit: Getty
    West Ham are also eyeing up another Man Utd star Anthony MartialCredit: Alamy More

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    Man Utd blow as Casemiro ruled out for ‘several weeks’ after injury in Carabao Cup defeat to Newcastle

    ERIK TEN HAG will be without the services of Casemiro for “a number of weeks” due to injury.The Brazilian midfielder came off at half-time in Manchester United’s Carabao Cup battering by Newcastle on Wednesday night.
    Casemiro suffered a hamstring injury in Manchester United’s cup defeat to NewcastleCredit: ALAMY
    The Brazil international will be on the sidelines for “several weeks”Credit: AP
    And it’s since transpired that the former Real Madrid man has suffered a hamstring injury.
    A club statement read: “Casemiro will be out for several weeks due to a hamstring injury suffered during our Carabao Cup defeat to Newcastle United on Wednesday.
    “The Brazilian midfielder was withdrawn at half-time due to the issue, and subsequent assessment has revealed a strain that will keep him out for a number of weeks.”
    Under-pressure Red Devils boss Ten Hag wasn’t optimistic about the Brazil international being fit for Saturday’s trip to Fulham.
    The Dutchman said in his post-match press conference: “He was injured.
    “Just before half-time, he got an injury. That’s why we had to take him off.”
    When pressed further on a return date, he said: “I can’t give an answer on that.
    “We have to wait 24 hours, but I think definitely for Saturday, he is out.”
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    Manchester United suffered a 3-0 defeat to high-flying NewcastleCredit: Rex
    Five-time Champions League winner Casemiro has struggled this season.
    He’s looked a shell of the player who bossed Real Madrid’s midfield, being caught out of position on several occasions and letting opposition players ghost past him far too easily.

    Casemiro’s loss could be the gain of 18-year-old midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, who impressed during pre-season.
    United were dumped out of the Carabao Cup thanks to an embarrassing 3-0 defeat to high-flying Newcastle at Old Trafford.
    Defeat to the Magpies was the club’s EIGHTH loss in 15 matches so far this season.
    Pressure is starting to mount on Ten Hag, who is adamant he can turn the team’s fortunes around.
    He said: “I am a fighter and I know it is not always going to go up and we have a lot of setbacks this season.
    “But also you have to deal with it and that is never an excuse.
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    “I have said that before. I know when there are setbacks but even then you have to get results. Sunday [and] tonight was far from that.
    “So we have to do things right at a certain level, the minimum level to win games.”
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    Goal-shy Man Utd ‘draw up THREE-MAN striker shortlist as transfer chiefs desperately seek support for Rasmus Hojlund’

    MANCHESTER UNITED reportedly have a three-man shortlist to strengthen their attack in January.The Red Devils have struggled for goals this season with Marcus Rashford the only recognised forward in the squad with a Premier League goal to his name.
    Manchester United want to sign an experienced striker to support Rasmus HojlundCredit: AP
    United remain interested in Victor OsimhenCredit: Getty
    Ivan Toney is wanted by several Premier League teamsCredit: Alamy
    Mehdi Taremi would be a cheaper optionCredit: Getty
    Rasmus Hojlund has scored three goals in Europe since his blockbuster summer arrival but it is understood the club are keen to sign a striker to support the young Dane.
    It is felt there is too much of a burden on Hojlund’s young shoulders to score goals, and United feel he could learn from playing alongside an experienced frontman.
    According to the Daily Mail, United already have several targets in mind who they could try to sign when the transfer window re-opens.
    One is long-term target – Napoli striker Victor Osimhen who finished as Serie A’s top goalscorer last season.
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    Napoli slapped a huge asking price on the Nigerian in the summer but a recent fallout means they may now be more willing to listen to offers.
    If not, the Red Devils could splash out on Brentford star Ivan Toney, who will be free from his gambling ban.
    However recent reports claim the Bees could demand £100million to let the England international leave.
    And with United also keen to sign a world class centre-back like Edmond Tapsoba or Jean-Clair Todibo, they could decide to bring in a striker on a budget.
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    Porto hitman Mehdi Taremi is also understood to be on the club’s radar.
    The Iranian, 31, is out of contract at the end of the season and was linked with a move to Old Trafford in the summer. More