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      Roy Keane smirks and calls Theo Walcott ‘so naive & young’ over ex-Arsenal ace’s Man Utd view as fans say ‘let him cook’

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      ROY KEANE smirked and called Theo Walcott “so naive and young” after the pundit was asked who was the bigger club out of Arsenal and Manchester United.Theo Walcott is making his punditry debut after retiring from the game last month.
      Walcott was asked by Micah Richards who was the bigger club out of Arsenal and Manchester United
      A smirking Roy Keane patted him on the back and called him “so naive and young” after Walcott opted for Arsenal
      Sky Sport posted a video filmed by Micah Richards where he asked Walcott who was the bigger club out of United and Arsenal at this moment in time.
      Walcott was diplomatic in his response and said: “Arsenal finished above Manchester United so if you were to go right now, for me, I feel like they are a club that are a bit more organised, especially behind the scenes.”
      A smirking Keane then patted Walcott on the back and said: “So naive and young.”
      After Keane’s intervention, Walcott then said: “But if you’re talking overall, United have definitely topped that.”
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      Fans on Twitter were divided as they reacted to Walcott’s assessment of the two clubs.
      One said: “Let him cook.”
      Another added: “Arsenal is the bigger club right now!”
      While a third wrote: “Yes of course Arsenal is bigger than Man Utd.”
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      But not everyone agreed.
      One said: “United will always be bigger even in league 5 tbh.”
      While a second wrote: “big in terms of what? fanbase? Silverware? Revenue?”
      To which a third replied: “Lol. We, Manchester United are bigger in terms of everything you’ve mentioned.”
      Richards also asked the duo for a prediction on the scores which they were more harmonious on.
      Keane predicted a 2-2 while Walcott went for a 1-1 draw. More

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      Gary Neville slams ‘toxic, desperate’ Glazers and claims they’ve ‘run out of money’ as he slates Man Utd takeover update

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Gary Neville lashed out at the Glazers after it was claimed they are planning to take the club off the market.It has been claimed that the Glazer family have failed to get close to their valuation of the club and intend to end the sale process.
      Morning and it’s Arsenal v United for me today on @SkySports . Join us if you like ❤️. P.s. I don’t believe the Glazers not selling/doing anything story. They have to do something. They’ve run out of money and the financial situation is desperate. They need investment in.…— Gary Neville (@GNev2) September 3, 2023

      Manchester United legend Gary Neville slammed the Glazers once moreCredit: PA
      The Glazers could end Manchester United’s takeover processCredit: AFP
      Neville was left fuming with the Red Devils’ unpopular owners and urged them to resolve this “toxic” situation.
      However, the Sky Sports pundit doesn’t believe the takeover saga is over just yet as the “desperate” Americans have “run out of money” and need investment in.
      Neville tweeted: “Morning and it’s Arsenal v United for me today on @SkySports. Join us if you like.
      “P.S. I don’t believe the Glazers not selling/doing anything story. They have to do something.
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      “They’ve run out of money and the financial situation is desperate. They need investment in.
      “They’re also having a toxic impact on the club from the inside out. The negligence continues for now but I don’t think it can go on without some action on raising funds.
      “Also who would come in as a minority alongside them with the damage it would do to their reputation.”
      Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al-Thani and Sir Jim Ratcliffe posed as the likeliest candidates to take over United.
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      Sheikh Jassim appeared to hold the advantage as he bid £6billion for a full takeover, compared to Ratcliffe’s offer for majority ownership that would see the Glazers retaining a minority stake.
      SunSport reported how Jassim was close to finalising a deal – with Neville’s comments backing that up.
      But it’s now claimed that the Manchester giants’ owners actually want closer to £10bn to sell.
      The same source alleges that the American chiefs will try and sell the club again in 2025.
      It’s believed they think the financial environment in two years time will attract more bidders, especially from the US due to the 2026 World Cup that will be staged in America, Mexico and Canada.
      This comes after the most recent set of financial figures showed United’s gross debt stood at a staggering £725million in the quarter ending in June. More

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      Man Utd confirm new signings’ squad numbers but fans plead ‘make it make sense’ over strange Bayinder and Hojlund picks

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have confirmed their squad numbers for this season, but it’s fair to say some of the selections have raised a few eyebrows.Backup goalkeeper, Altay Bayindir, who arrived from Fenerbache for £4.3million on deadline day has been handed the No1 shirt.
      Rasmus Hojlund will wear the No11 shirt, which some fans have called ‘cursed’Credit: Getty
      And Altay Bayindir will wear the No1 shirt, despite being the club’s backup keeperCredit: Getty
      Many would have expected Andre Onana to take that jersey, but he prefers the No24 shirt which he wore when he broke through at Ajax.
      He says that the shirt has a special meaning to him as it represents his day and month of birth, which is on the second of April.
      Fans were also left confused by Rasmus Hojlund being given the No11 shirt this season.
      Hojlund, 20, arrived from Atalanta as Manchester United’s top striker target in a £72m deal earlier this window.
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      Many would have expected the striker to have been given a more traditional attacking number, but with the club failing to secure a deal for Anthony Martial, the No9 remains taken.
      Fans on Twitter expressed their confusion at the numbers, with one writing: “Wow that’s interesting! Our backup goalkeeper is #1 and our no. 9 is no. 11 – make it make sense.”
      And a second wrote: “Number 11 is cursed since Giggs.”
      And a third wrote: “They gave Hojlund WHAT number?” referring to the supposed curse of the shirt.
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      Since Giggs left the club, the shirt has been worn by Adnan Januzaj, Anthony Martial and Mason Greenwood.
      But not all were negative about Hojlund’s number, with one saying: “Rasmus will be cooking with that Giggs iconic jersey number.”
      In other squad number news, Sergio Reguilon has been handed the No15 shirt after signing for the club on loan from Tottenham.
      Meanwhile, Jonny Evans will wear the No35 shirt, seemingly to remind fans of his age.
      And there has not been an official announcement on what shirt new signing Sofyan Amrabat will wear, his signature coming too late to be included in the squad against Arsenal today.
      The No4 shirt is currently vacant at United so it is likely he will be handed that number, given he uses it on international duty for Morocco. More

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      Man Utd make major Mason Greenwood decision as they release new squad numbers for this season

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      MANCHESTER United have made a major decision after releasing new squad numbers for this season.The club have given out the striker’s old number 11 shirt now that he will no longer play for the Red Devils.
      Mason Greenwood has not played a match until January 2022Credit: Getty
      Man Utd have released new squad numbers for this seasonCredit: Instagram
      On Friday it was revealed that the striker, 21, had been thrown a last-ditch lifeline by top European club Lazio.
      Greenwood, who was tipped to be the next big thing by Sir Alex Ferguson, has not played competitive football since January last year. 
      He was arrested and charged with attempted rape, controlling and coercive behaviour and assault occasioning actual bodily harm, before the case was dropped by the CPS in February. 
      Greenwood had hoped for a return to United but was axed earlier this month following mounting pressure from fans. 
      And now his number 11 shirt has been given to another player.
      Rasmus Hojlund will now wear the number after his £72million transfer from Atalanta.
      Greenwood “mutually agreed” to leave United on August 21 following backlash over his potential return to the squad after his arrest for attempted rape and sexual assault.
      He was charged in October last year but all charges were dropped in February by the Crown Prosecution Service.
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      Greenwood has not kicked a ball for Utd since January 2022 when he was suspended and it was decided this month that it would be best for all if his future was away from Old Trafford. 
      Following Greenwood’s recent signing for Madrid-based club Getafe, United said in a statement: “Mason Greenwood has signed for La Liga side Getafe CF on a season-long loan, subject to international clearance.
      “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.”
      Getafe announced the move with a video of fans wildly celebrating outside the club’s Coliseum Alfonso Perez stadium.
      They began jumping and chanting when the deal was confirmed.
      Greenwood’s last match for United was in the 1-0 Premier League win over West Ham on January 22 last year.
      La Liga club Getafe completed a last-minute loan deal for the strikerCredit: @GetafeCFen / twitter More

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      When can Sofyan Amrabat make his Man Utd debut, and what is his shirt number?

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      SOFYAN AMRABAT agreed to join Manchester United in a stunning deadline day transfer.The move is on a season-long loan from Fiorentina, with the option to buy for £17.2m at the end of the season.
      Sofyan Amrabat wore the No 34 at FiorentinaCredit: Reuters
      The Morocco midfielder said upon sealing the move: “It is a huge honour to become a Manchester United player.
      “I’ve had to be patient for this moment but I’m someone who always listens to my heart and now I am representing the club of my dreams.
      “I am a passionate player; I want to bring that energy to the squad, and I will put everything into every action I take for the team.
      “I know exactly how Erik ten Hag likes to work and what he needs from his players. His coaching and guidance developed me so much as a player earlier in my career.”
      But the midfield star will have to wait for his United debut.
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      When can Sofyan Amrabat make his Man Utd debut?
      Sofyan Amrabat CANNOT play against Arsenal this afternoon.
      This is because his registration for his loan move is yet to be completed, and will have missed Friday afternoon’s midday deadline to play this weekend.
      Amrabat is now set to make his United debut on Saturday, September 16 in the home clash against Brighton after the international break.
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      Sofyan Amrabat wore No 4 for Morocco at the World CupCredit: Getty
      What is Sofyan Amrabat’s shirt number?
      Amrabat currently does not have a shirt number at United.
      The club confirmed new numbers for summer signings and a change for Alejandro Garnacho, but said Amarabat’s one will be announced “in due course”.
      United said in a statement: “The squad number of our final deadline-day signing Amrabat will be revealed once his registration is completed following his loan move from Fiorentina.”
      The new numbers are:

      Amrabat wore No 4 for Morocco at the World Cup last winter, and was No 34 at Fiorentina. More

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      Juan Mata makes shock move to replace Spain legend after Man Utd icon was released by Galatasaray at end of last season

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      JUAN MATA has made a shock return to football – and is replacing a fellow Spain World Cup winner.The former Chelsea and Manchester United midfielder appeared set to retire when he was released by Galatasaray at the end of last season.
      Juan Mata has signed a deal with Vissel Kobe in JapanCredit: Twitter @juanmata8
      He will wear the No64 shirt in the J1 LeagueCredit: Twitter @juanmata8
      However, the free agent put pen to paper on a deal with Japanese outfit Vissel Kobe.
      That is the club that Andres Iniesta, who scored the winner against the Dutch in 2010, has just left after five years to join Emirates Club in the UAE.
      Mata, 35, was offered the big bucks in the Saudi Pro League this summer following his Galatasaray exit.
      The playmaker helped the giants win the Turkish Super Lig in his only season at the club after leaving Old Trafford in 2022.
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      However, he turned down the chance to go to Saudi because he wanted to experience the Japanese culture and explore the nation.
      And he will have the chance to do that after signing a deal with the J1 League club.
      Mata – who has taken the rogue No64 jersey – said: “Thanks for the incredible welcome, Japan! I’m here! I’ve always been a big admirer of this country and its culture, and it’s time to enjoy it here in Kobe.
      “Grateful to everyone that made it possible. I will try my best to try to win another league title, we are in the race!
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      “Thank you football for allowing me to live such amazing life experiences!”
      Vissel Kobe are currently second in the table after 25 matches, one point behind Yokohama FM who have played an extra game.
      Mata came through at Real Madrid but made his name at Valencia before joining Chelsea in 2011.
      He won the FA Cup, Champions League and Europa League with the Blues before making the switch to Old Trafford in 2014.
      After eight-and-a-half years, he left United with winner’s medals for the FA Cup, Carabao Cup and Europa League.
      Mata played his part in Spain’s World Cup triumph in South Africa and when they defended the Euros in 2012, racking up 41 caps during the golden generation from 2009 to 2016. More

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      Man Utd ‘to be taken off market as Glazers now want £10billion’ but American owners already have new sale date in mind

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      MANCHESTER UNITED will be taken off the market, according to a new report.It’s claimed that the Glazers have failed to get close to their valuation of the club and intend to end the sale process.
      The Glazers have been actively seeking to sell the club since NovemberCredit: Getty
      It’s now claimed they want £10billionCredit: Reuters
      Manchester United fans stages a protest last weekCredit: Getty
      The report, from the Daily Mail, comes after SunSport told you that bidder Sheikh Jassim was closing in on purchasing the Premier League side for £6billion.
      The Qatari royal has been battling with British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe for months to buy the club.
      Jassim’s team had been completing due diligence on the club with the end of the 18-year reign of the loathed Glazers appearing in sight.
      However this new report will throw doubt on the entire sale process which started in November last year.
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      It’s claimed that the Glazers now want closer to £10BILLION to sell up.
      The story alleges that the American owners will try and sell the club again in 2025.
      It’s believed they think the financial environment in two years time will attract more bidders.
      However, Manchester United legend Gary Neville is sceptical about the latest update, tweeting: “I don’t believe the Glazers not selling/doing anything story. They have to do something.
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      “They’ve run out of money and the financial situation is desperate. They need investment in.
      “They’re also having a toxic impact on the club from the inside out.
      “The negligence continues for now but I don’t think it can go on without some action on raising funds. Also who would come in as a minority alongside them with the damage it would do to their reputation.”
      Manchester United fans will be furious at the prospect of the current owners sticking around.
      Many supporters staged a sit-in protest at Old Trafford last week urging them to go.
      It comes after years of protests at their ownership.
      As and when the Glazers do eventually sell, they will make a healthy profit having lumbered United with massive debts when they completed their £800million takeover back in 2005.
      The servicing of that debt has since cost United over £1bn.
      And their last financial figures showed that the gross debt is £725m — the highest it has been since 2010.
      Sheikh Jassim, if ultimately successful in purchasing Manchester United, would wipe that out to save on any further fees and not take any dividend payments from the club, like the Glazers did.
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      He also plans to upgrade both Old Trafford and the club’s Carrington training ground, while continuing the investment in the team.
      Manchester United are in action today, taking on Arsenal.
      Fans made their feelings toward the current owners clear at a sit in protestCredit: Getty
      Sir Jim Ratcliffe has also been linked with the clubCredit: PA
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      Mason Greenwood gets £8k-a-month luxury villa and a translator as Man Utd foot the bill for his fresh start in Spain

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      MASON GREENWOOD will attempt to rebuild his shattered career from a luxury Spanish villa paid for by Manchester United.The controversial striker sealed a season-long loan deal to LaLiga side Getafe after agreeing to resume his playing days away from Old Trafford.
      Mason Greenwood has left Man Utd on loanCredit: Reuters
      The controversial striker sealed a season-long loan deal to LaLiga side GetafeCredit: @GetafeCFen / Twitter
      Greenwood will have access to a private translator 24/7Credit: Twitter
      Man Utd will pay more than half of Greenwood’s £75,000-a-week wagesCredit: Getty
      United confirmed last month he would not play for the club again after a six-month internal investigation into rape and assault charges that were dropped.
      Greenwood, 21, had been suspended by the Red Devils since his arrest in January 2022.
      But the Old Trafford outfit remain heavily involved — and worked round the clock to create a bespoke care package ahead of his deadline day move to the Madrid-based club.
      It includes an £8,000-a-month, six- bedroom city villa close to his new club’s training ground and access to a private translator 24/7.
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      Family and friends will be flown out regularly to keep him company. His dad, Andrew, 53, who oversaw his private training sessions as United decided his fate, is likely to move with him.
      Greenwood has told pals that he is determined to repay the faith shown in him by scoring a glut of goals and has not given up on a Red Devils return.
      A source said: “He’s going on loan but remains a United player.
      “It means the club has an ongoing duty of care to him and they’ve pledged to help him make a success of his move to Spain.
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      “The villa is big enough for friends and family to visit. They will get the opportunity to travel to see him as much as they can.
      “It’s important he has a solid support network around him. The last thing they want is Mason isolated.”
      It is understood United will pay more than half of his £75,000-a-week wages while he is in Spain.
      Another source said Greenwood is raring to go. They added: “He’s happy he’s got himself a club in LaLiga and can finally begin to put the last two years behind him.
      “He wants to concentrate on football and becoming the best version of himself — on and off the field. He’s looking forward to playing against Barcelona and Real Madrid. He’s going to show everyone that he’s changed and that he’s matured. He knows it’ll be a long road but it starts here.”
      In a statement Erik ten Hag’s club said the move would “enable Greenwood to begin to rebuild his career away from United”.
      It vowed: “The club will continue to offer its support to Mason and his family during this period of transition.”
      Greenwood, who has one England cap, was suspended by United after his arrest for sexual violence.
      The club will continue to offer its support to Mason and his family during this period of transitionMan Utd statement
      He was later charged with attempted rape and sexual assault but the case against him was discontinued by prosecutors in February.
      United said he would remain suspended on full pay while it conducted an internal investigation into his alleged behaviour.
      The decision to part ways was announced after five months of intense discussions and a huge backlash against plans to bring him back into the fold.
      In a statement the club said it did not believe Greenwood had committed the offences he was accused of and allegations did not give “the full picture”. But they admitted the striker had “made mistakes” and needed to take responsibility.
      United added: “Throughout, we have taken into account the wishes of the alleged victim along with the club’s standards and values.”
      They added “it has been mutually agreed” that Greenwood would find a new club.
      But Old Trafford CEO Richard Arnold said United would continue to offer the player and his alleged victim support to help them “rebuild and move forward”.
      Greenwood, who became a dad to a baby girl in July, admitted he needed to set a better example to become “a good father, a better person and to use my talents in a positive way on and off the pitch”.
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      Academy graduate Greenwood scored 35 goals in 129 matches for United.
      His last appearance was against West Ham on January 22, 2022.
      Greenwood had been suspended by the Red Devils since his arrest in January 2022Credit: EPA More