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    Mason Greenwood could make international comeback as coach praises his ‘talent’ – but it won’t be with England

    MASON Greenwood could make an international comeback after a coach praised his “talent” – but it won’t be with England.The ex-Manchester United forward, who scored his first goal for Spanish club Getafe on Sunday, can still swap nations as he only won one cap for the Three Lions in 2020.
    Mason Greenwood only won one cap for the Three Lions in 2020Credit: Rex
    Heimir Hallgrimsson now wants Greenwood to play for JamaicaCredit: Getty
    And Jamaica’s manager Heimir Hallgrimsson now wants Greenwood to follow in the footsteps of Prem stars Ethan Pinnock, Demarai Gray and Michail Antonio and play for the island nation.
    The Reggae Boyz coach said: “We would like to have the best talent on our team.

    “If he gets his former fitness and former levels, then for sure he would have that level to help Jamaica.”
    His backing comes after Greenwood, who is of Jamaican descent, was suspended by Man United in January 2022.
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    The dad-of-one was charged with attempted rape and assault in October last year, but the charges were later dropped in February.
    England’s Crown Prosecution Service said key witnesses had withdrawn and new material had come to light, removing a “realistic prospect of conviction”.
    The 22-year-old arrived at Getafe on deadline day this summer and made his debut on September 17, with his coach Jose Bordalas pledging to help him “recover his best level”.
    He had not kicked a ball since January 22, 2022, when the Red Devils took on West Ham.
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    His last goal came three days earlier, in United’s 3-1 win over Brentford.
    He scored his first goal for Getafe on Sunday after his loan move from United, his first strike for nearly two years.
    Greenwood scored to send Getafe 2-1 up at Celta Vigo in La Liga, drilling home from Borja Mayoral’s cut-back in his fifth appearance for the club.
    The game ended up 2-2 and puts Getafe 11th in the LaLiga table.
    Greenwood, who made his United debut aged 17 and played 129 times for the club, has a contract at Old Trafford until 2025.
    The ex-Man United forward scored his first goal for Getafe on SundayCredit: Rex
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    Mason Greenwood SCORES first goal in 628 days for Getafe after loan move from Man Utd

    MASON GREENWOOD has scored his first goal for loan club Getafe, against Celta Vigo.It comes 628 days after he last scored in the league for Manchester United.
    Greenwood scores his first goal for Getafe

    Greenwood has now re-opened his goal account while on loan at GetafeCredit: EPA
    Greenwood had not kicked a ball since January 22 2022 when Manchester United took on West Ham.
    His last goal came three days earlier, in Man Utd’s 3-1 win over Brentford.
    The ex-England striker is making his football comeback with the Spanish La Liga club after his move from Manchester United.
    The winger has slowly been integrated into the Getafe first team since joining the club on September 1.

    His first appearance for the club, saw him met with chants of “Greenwood die” by Osasuna’s travelling support in a LaLiga game.
    The winger has also had to make himself accustomed to his fair share of agricultural challenges with many opposition players upset by his presence in Spain’s top flight.
    In his fifth league appearance for Getafe today, he scored his first goal against Celta Vigo after 33 minutes.
    The game ended up 2-2 and puts Getafe 11th in the LaLiga table.
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    Greenwood, 21, was suspended by United after being charged by the Crown Prosecution Service in October 2022 for attempted rape, controlling and coercive behaviour and assault occasioning actual bodily harm.
    The case was withdrawn in February 2023 after key witnesses withdrew their statements and refused to cooperate.
    That left United in a situation which at times looked as though they might bring Greenwood back into their squad.
    However after massive fan backlash and criticism from leading charities, United opted to loan the winger.
    The club said in a statement: “Based on the evidence available to us, we have concluded that the material posted online did not provide a full picture and that Mason did not commit the offences in respect of which he was originally charged
    “That said, as Mason publicly acknowledges today, he has made mistakes which he is taking responsibility for.
    “All those involved, including Mason, recognise the difficulties with him recommencing his career at Manchester United.
    “It has therefore been mutually agreed that it would be most appropriate for him to do so away from Old Trafford, and we will now work with Mason to achieve that outcome.”
    The winger was then able to “rebuild” his career when he sealed a controversial loan move to LaLiga outfit Getafe, who are based in Madrid. More

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    Jadon Sancho set for transfer lifeline from Euro giants – if Man Utd fork out HALF of star’s £350,000-a-week wages

    JUVENTUS plan to hand Jadon Sancho an escape route from Old Trafford – and could turn it into a permanent £60million deal next summer.The Italians are keen to sign the dumped Manchester United winger on loan in January, before a potential full-time move at the end of the season.
    Manchester United outcast Jadon Sancho is being targeted by JuventusCredit: Getty
    Juventus would sign Sancho if Man Utd cover part of his salaryCredit: Getty
    They hope United will agree to paying half of Sancho’s wages if he goes, knowing the Reds are keen to put him in the shop window.
    Sancho has been out in the cold since falling out with Erik ten Hag when he was left out of the squad for the trip to Arsenal at the start of September.
    Manager Ten Hag insists he was dropped because of poor performances in training – yet the player claimed on social media that he was being made a scapegoat.
    He has been training away from the first team after refusing to apologise, and his Old Trafford career is almost certainly over.
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    Borussia Dortmund were initial favourites to sign Sancho, who spent four years with the Germans before his £73m move to Manchester in 2021.
    But sources claim he is not keen on going back to his former club, and rebuilding his career in Serie A holds greater appeal.
    United know they will end up taking a financial hit, but he is so far out of the picture that it now looks the only option.
    Meanwhile, Old Trafford bosses plan to trigger Victor Lindelof’s 12-month contract clause next month.
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    Ten Hag has been impressed by Lindelof’s attitude in regaining his first team slot, and knows AC Milan and Juventus are both keen.
    The Swedish centre-back has yet to decide on his long-term future at the club.
    But with his contract up in the summer, United will trigger the extension, to ensure they don’t lose him for nothing if he does leave. More

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    Harry Maguire completely changes Man Utd fans’ minds with crucial role in last-gasp win over Brentford

    HARRY MAGUIRE has completely changed some Manchester United fans’ minds after his role in United’s dramatic late comeback against Brentford today.Maguire was a surprise inclusion in the starting XI alongside Jonny Evans at the heart of the United defence amid the club’s ongoing injury crisis.
    Harry Maguire had a much more positive performance for United today and fans are speculating that we may be seeing a return to formCredit: Getty
    But the defender had a solid performance and could not have been blamed for Brentford’s goal which came from an Andre Onana mistake.
    But his starring role came in a surprise capacity as he turned creator for Scott McTominay’s winner.
    Maguire headed the ball in the direction of the Brentford goal from a Bruno Fernandes free-kick and his hoiked header was turned in by game-winner Scott McTominay.
    United fans on Twitter did a complete 180 on Maguire after his assist, with one fan tweeting: “Bro has insanely stepped up his game! Hats off, Harry Maguire!”
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    A second wrote: “To all Maguire haters, he played a brilliant game today and assisted the winning goal. Stop abusing him! Enough is enough.”
    A third wrote: “Harry Maguire assist. I think he’s been out best player by far today. And that’s coming from someone who advocated launching him into the sun.
    “Fair play to him and McTominay today. Credit where it’s due. Well done to the pair of them.”
    A fourth tweeted: “Maguire was absolutely terrific today I don’t want to be seeing Lindelöf starting ahead of him at CB ever again.”
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    Raphael Varane missed today’s game with a “minor issue” according to Ten Hag and should be available after the international break.
    After today’s performance, Maguire will likely be favourite to keep his place over Jonny Evans. More

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    Man Utd ratings: McTominay saves the day with incredible Old Trafford late show but Onana has another howler

    THE LATE LATE SHOW from Scott McTominay spared Erik ten Hag’s blushes as Man United came out on top against Brentford.McTominay came off the bench to cancel out Mathias Jensen’s first half goal with two of his own in added time.
    McTominay’s late header was enough to get United all three pointsCredit: Reuters
    It was a quick double for the super subCredit: Reuters
    The late goals could yet be a turning point in this seasonCredit: Reuters
    Scott McTominay had two goals from just five touches of the ball
    And here are the United players rated in a game that could prove pivotal in their season.
    ANDRE ONANA -2
    How on earth did Inter Milan get to the Champions League final with this bloke in nets? Another error as he let a shot slide through his hand
    DIOGO DALOT – 6
    Did well to stop Brentford from getting a second when he sensed danger and retreated to the goalline to whack Christian Norgaard’s header clear.
    HARRY MAGUIRE – 6
    Credit to the former captain for being fit, ready and available after the way he has been treated. Solid enough performance. 6.
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    JONNY EVANS – 7
    The Northern Irishman showed no rustiness in his first start back at United when he was man of the match at Burnley and looked similarly assured here. It was his first start at Old Trafford since February 2015.
    VICTOR LINDELOF – 5
    Asked to play at right back as the back four was reshuffled. Gave the final ball away for Brentford’s goal and finally subbed as United went chasing an equaliser.
    CASEMIRO – 2
    There is one thing for having belief in your own ability, but in Casemiro’s case this season it has led to him being far too sloppy. Gave the ball away twice for Brentford’s goal. Hooked at half-time.
    SOFYAN AMRABAT- 4
    Shifted out of the left-back position which he clearly cannot play in. Mind you he was hardly a world beater in midfielder on this occasion.
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    Casemiro disappointed and was hooked at halftimeCredit: EPA
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    BRUNO FERNANDES – 6
    Never as effective on the right as he is in the middle but always wanting and using the ball. Had a good effort well saved in the second-half.
    MASON MOUNT – 5
    What does he do, where does he play, why did they buy him? The questions were swirling round again after another underwhelming performance.
    MARCUS RASHFORD – 4
    Rashford disappointed againCredit: Getty
    His place was in doubt for this game. That player who scored 30 goals last season needs to be found again. Subbed for the third game running.
    RASMUS HOJLUND – 6
    The Dane’s double against Galatasaray showed that if you give him the chances he will take them. Unfortunately, hardly any are being created for him.
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    CHRISTIAN ERIKSEN (for Casemiro 45): On to try and add a bit more creation but it didn’t happen. 5.
    ANTONY (for Mount 62): Brought on to give an injection of pace and trickery but apart from a customary cut in and shot wide there was little. 5.
    ALEJANDRO GARNACHO (for Rashford 62): Usually makes an impression late in games. Not on this occasion. 5.
    ANTHONY MARTIAL (for Lindelof 71): Asked to change the game. Not surprisingly he didn’t. His slight touch in an offside position initially denied McTominay before the equaliser came. 5.
    SCOTT MCTOMINAY (for Amrabat 87): Unbelievable! Came on late and gave the team an extra push. Grabbed two goals in injury time for. another incredible Old Trafford late show. 9. More

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    Andre Onana blamed AGAIN as Man Utd concede to Brentford with fans saying ‘De Gea must be laughing his head off’

    ANDRE ONANA’s debut season for Manchester United continues to go from bad to worse.The Cameroon international was brought in by Erik ten Hag to replace long-time stopper David de Gea, who left Old Trafford in the summer.
    Andre Onana has endured a difficult start to life at Manchester UnitedCredit: REUTERS
    Onana’s debut season went from bad to worse as he allowed a shot to squeeze under him in United’s clash with BrentfordCredit: BEIN SPORTS
    Onana cut a dejected figure after his failed attempt to save Jensen’s shotCredit: EPA
    But the keeper has endured a nightmare start to life at the Theatre of Dreams, making several gaffes.
    His poor form continued in the Red Devils’ Premier League clash with Brentford on Saturday.
    The former Ajax stopper allowed a tame shot from Mathias Jensen to squeeze underneath him in the 26th minute to give the Bees a shock lead.
    And scores of United fans took to X (formerly Twitter) to voice their frustrations with the 27-year-old’s latest error.
    One wrote: “Remember when they said Onana was De Gea’s upgrade.”
    Another said: “Onana is terrible.”
    And another said: “I used to think United’s defence was exposing Onana – but it seems he’s just bad.”
    One remarked: “Watching Onana play is gonna give me a heart attack.”
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    Andre Onana was brought in to replace former Red Devil David de GeaCredit: Getty
    Another chimed in: “Another Onana apology incoming.”
    One of frustrated member of the Old Trafford faithful said: “Onana should save that.”
    Another said: “Manchester United bought a basket for a keeper.”
    Several even claimed that former beloved stopper De Gea – who left the club in June after the expiration of his contract – would be “laughing” at his old side’s current goalkeeping woes.
    One said: “De Gea must be laughing his head off.”
    And another said: “De Gea must be laughing his head off. Onana’s proper s**t.”
    One remarked: “De Gea must be laughing his head off at us, what a f***ing mess.”
    Onana’s mistake was the second he’s made in as many matches, the first coming in United’s 3-2 defeat to Galatasaray on Tuesday.
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    He carelessly gave away the ball to Dries Mertens in the 77th minute, which forced Casemiro to take the Belgium international out in the penalty box and receive a straight red.
    His blushes, however, were spared when Mauro Icardi dragged the resulting penalty wide of his right-hand post. More

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    Erik ten Hag predicts summer recruit will be ‘a big part’ at Man Utd despite failing to score or assist in the league

    ERIK TEN HAG has every faith that Mason Mount will eventually come good for Manchester United.The Red Devils’ £65million summer signing from Premier League rivals Chelsea has flattered to deceive so far this season.
    Mason Mount has struggled for form since joining Manchester UnitedCredit: GETTY
    Erik ten Hag is confident his £65million summer signing will soon come goodCredit: Getty
    Mount, 24, has just ONE assist to his name in his five appearances, although Ten Hag is confident the England ace will soon regain his form of old.
    The Dutchman told United’s official website: “He can be a big part [of what we are creating here].
    “He can play in that game by supplying, making the connections, making the link-ups for those in the front line.
    “He has abilities to give that [energy] and to supply our front players by combinations.”
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    Ten Hag insists England international Mount provides his side with much more than a goal-scoring threat and creativity going forward.
    He said: “Also, in his moments of defence transition, in defending and pressing he can be and he is already a great player for us because he puts a lot of effort in.
    “When we get better connections [in the team], that will grow.”
    Mount and his United team-mates will be looking to get back to winning ways against Brentford at Old Trafford this afternoon.
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    Ten Hag’s troops fell to their SIXTH defeat in ten matches on Tuesday night when they lost 3-2 to Galatasaray in their second Champions League group match.
    The Red Devils are also toiling in the league, sitting in TENTH place in the Premier League table.
    But Ten Hag insists he’s not fearing for his future at The Theatre of Dreams.
    He said: “Last season: brilliant, terrific, more than we could expect but also when we went into this project we knew there would be common gaps and in this moment we are in a very difficult period, as everyone can see.
    “But we come out together, we are fighting together, we are sticking together, behind each other.
    “It’s me, the directors, the team, all together, we will fight and this is not us.
    “We know we have to do better and in togetherness we will come out.”
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    Charlie Savage tipped to follow in the footsteps of his famous dad after Manchester United exit

    CHARLIE SAVAGE has been backed to copy his dad Robbie and get back to the top after leaving Manchester United.Wales boss Robert Page has called Savage Jr, 20, into his senior squad for the first time for next Wednesday’s friendly against Gibraltar in Wrexham.
    Charlie Savage has impressed for League One side Reading after his Manchester United exit
    Charlie’s dad Robbie revealed his pride at his son’s Wales call-up
    Uncapped Savage quit Old Trafford for League One side Reading on a free transfer in the summer.
    But Page reckons the promising midfielder can follow in the footsteps of his old man.
    Savage Sr, 48, was released by United and joined Crewe.
    Then he worked his way back to the top-flight with spells at Premier League clubs Leicester, Birmingham, Blackburn and Derby as well as winning 39 Wales caps.
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    Page said: “Look at what Rob went through when he left Manchester United years ago to get a career for himself by going to Crewe.
    “It’s no different for Charlie. I’ve been in contact with him over the last few months.
    “I said that he needs to go out now and play competitive football if he wants to get a career and to play international football.
    “He’s taken that advice on board. He’s gone out to Reading, he’s playing and scoring goals.
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    “He was on standby for us in September. The next step in his development is exposing him to it and giving him this opportunity. He has deserved it.”
    Charlie’s dad, now a TV pundit for the BBC and TNT Sports, posted on social media: “So, so proud … hard work, dedication and sacrifices are paying off.”
    And Savage Sr has been keeping Page updated with his son’s progress at the Royals.
    He will return to the U21s with Matty Jones’ men after the friendly at the Racecourse Ground.
    When asked if his ex-Wales team-mate had been in contact, Page quipped: “Numerous times! I can’t get him off the phone. I’ve had to tell him, ‘Stop texting me!’
    “I know he’s doing okay. You know what Rob is like – he’s very enthusiastic and keen. But Charlie can take care of himself, I know that.” More