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      Man Utd ace Harry Maguire has held several phone calls with David Moyes with West Ham confident of sealing £35m transfer

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      WEST HAM are confident Harry Maguire wants to move to West Ham this summer.However, the Hammers remain in positive talks with Manchester United over a suitable fee – as well as an agreement over the payment terms of the player’s £190k-a-week wages.
      West Ham remain confident of agreeing a deal to sign Harry MaguireCredit: Getty
      Monday night saw West Ham make a huge move in the transfer market, submitting a joint £60m bid for Maguire, 30, and Scott McTominay, 26.
      The £30m offer for McTominay was rejected out of hand, with United demanding £45m, yet the Red Devils are still considering the £30m bid for Maguire, which is near their valuation of £35m.
      SunSport understands that Maguire has spoken with West Ham boss David Moyes on several occasions over the phone in the past few days.
      Moyes – who is still looking to make his first signing of the summer – has been selling the idea of West Ham to Maguire, who he views as a future captain of the club.
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      Maguire is desperate for regular first team football ahead of next summer’s Euros with England, and would get that at West Ham having fallen down the pecking order at Old Trafford.
      United manager Erik ten Hag recently stripped Maguire of the captaincy, and despite wanting him to be part of his squad, will allow him to leave for the right price.
      A wage rise for Maguire was activated at the end of last season following United’s top four finish, seeing him earn close to £200k-a-week.
      West Ham would not be expected to pay that in full, with United potentially bridging the gap due to the amount still owed to him on his contract that still has two years left, with the option of a further year.
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      Moyes is desperate to get Maguire over the line. The Scot is targeting British players to bolster his squad, as well as needing cover at centre back for injury-hit Kurt Zouma.
      But West Ham have been slow out of the blocks this summer, with tension between Moyes and new technical director Tim Steidten evident in their recruitment process so far.
      Bids for Southampton’s James Ward-Prowse, Fulham’s Joao Palhinha and Chelsea’s Conor Gallagher have been turned down, with West Ham struggling to put the £105m from Declan Rice’s move to Arsenal to good use.
      However, this week could see that change. Ajax midfielder and Mexico international Edson Alvarez is expected to sign for £35m on a five-year deal after landing in London to undergo his medical today.
      West Ham want another midfielder. They are unlikely to hit the valuation for McTominay, but could still go back in for Saints skipper Ward-Prowse with an offer closer to £40m after their previous attempt of £30m was rejected.
      A striker is also on Moyes’ wish list after Gianluca Scamacca’s £27m departure to Atalanta – despite spending just over 12 months in East London. More

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      Mason Greenwood watched over by his dad holding footballer’s baby girl during training session amid decision on future

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      MASON Greenwood was watched over by his dad and baby girl as he trained ahead of Manchester United’s imminent decision on his future.The 21-year-old striker, who became a father last month, was seen practising shooting while his dad cradled the newborn.
      Mason Greenwood at a training session with his dad and newborn daughter
      The 21-year-old striker was seen dribbling with the ball
      It is the first time the baby has been seen since he was born last month
      The striker has not played for Manchester United since he was arrested in January last year.
      He was later charged with attempted rape, assault and controlling and coercive behaviour, before the charges were dropped in February.
      Since then, Greenwood has been desperate to rebuild his life and wants to resume his footie career at Old Trafford.
      Utd have been conducting their own investigation into the allegations and are expected to soon make a decision on his future.
      On Tuesday, Greenwood looked relaxed as he was snapped training on a public pitch.
      His father and coach, Andrew Greenwood, instructed the striker as he ran through shooting drills with pals.
      Andrew was seen holding his granddaughter, who was born on July 11 to Greenwood’s university student girlfriend Harriet Robson.
      The footballer announced the birth on his Instagram account, posting a picture of the tiny baby’s hand in his own.
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      It comes as Manager Erik ten Hag and the majority of the first team have suggested they were open to the idea of bringing the Greenwood back.
      But United’s women’s team were understood to have reservations, while sponsors were left concerned about being linked to the footballer.
      A source said previously: “All the players believe he deserves a second chance because he’s innocent in the eyes of the law.
      “He didn’t have the opportunity to clear his name in court because the charges were dropped, so the players feel like he has been left in limbo.
      “They know it will be difficult but they are willing to support him through it, and protect him.
      “Some of the younger players came through the academy with him so there’s a loyalty to him.
      “They know he’s made mistakes but the lads who’ve spoken to him say he’s grown up a lot in the past 18 months and will come back a lot wiser.”
      It is not the first time Greenwood has been spotted training outside of Carrington.
      In June he worked on his close control and shooting in a 90-minute session on an £85-an-hour pitch.
      It was the first time he had been pictured at a training session since his arrest.
      He had grown his hair since he was last pictured — and was not wearing Nike boots after the firm ended their sponsorship deal.
      Greenwood joined Utd aged just six and rose through the ranks to land himself a regular spot on the first team.
      In 2019, he became the youngest footballer to play for United in the Champions League when he took to the pitch aged 17.
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      Greenwood has made 129 appearances in total for the Red Devils and netted 35 goals.
      For the full video of the training session, visit the Man Utd The Religion YouTube page.
      Greenwood announced his daughter’s birth with his picture last month
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      Mason Greenwood’s entourage ‘threatened to destroy fan’s camera for filming training session for YouTube channel’

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      MASON Greenwood’s entourage allegedly threatened to destroy a fan’s camera after he filmed the footballer training.The clip, posted to YouTube earlier today, showed the Manchester United striker, 21, kicking a ball around with his pals.
      Pictures of Mason Greenwood at a training session have emerged as his future at Manchester United remains uncertain
      The 21-year-old striker was seen doing ball drills and taking shots at goal
      Greenwood’s entourage allegedly threatened a fan
      The England star hasn’t played for United since he was arrested for attempted rape, assault and coercive control in January 2022.
      He was charged in October but the charges were dropped in February by the Crown Prosecution Service.
      His club are expected to soon make a decision on his future.
      Now John Gubba, who runs the Man Utd The Religion YouTube channel, has revealed that Greenwood’s entourage was aggressive toward him as he filmed the training session.
      He says he was filming at a “publicly accessible venue with no security” and “away from Manchester United”.
      But the filmmaker claims he was approached by a “thug” from Greenwood’s entourage who said: “If you weren’t surrounded by witnesses we would rip that camera out of your hand and destroy your equipment.”
      Greenwood, who became a father last month, was joined by his own dad and baby at the public training ground today.
      It comes as Manager Erik ten Hag and the majority of the first team have suggested they were open to the idea of bringing the footballer back.
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      But United’s women’s team were understood to have reservations, while sponsors were left concerned about being linked to the footballer.
      A source said previously: “All the players believe he deserves a second chance because he’s innocent in the eyes of the law.
      “He didn’t have the opportunity to clear his name in court because the charges were dropped, so the players feel like he has been left in limbo.
      “They know it will be difficult but they are willing to support him through it and protect him.
      “Some of the younger players came through the academy with him so there’s a loyalty to him.”
      It is not the first time Greenwood has been spotted training outside of Carrington.
      In June he worked on his close control and shooting in a 90-minute session on an £85-an-hour pitch.
      It was the first time he had been pictured at a training session since his arrest.
      He had grown his hair since he was last pictured — and was not wearing Nike boots after the firm ended their sponsorship deal.
      Greenwood joined Utd aged just six and rose through the ranks to land himself a regular spot on the first team.
      In 2019, he became the youngest footballer to play for United in the Champions League when he took to the pitch aged 17.
      Greenwood has made 129 appearances in total for the Red Devils and netted 35 goals.
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      The Sun has contacted Greenwood for comment.
      For the full video visit the Man Utd The Religion YouTube page.
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      Man Utd fans concerned about ‘Liverpool vibes’ as Red Devils release ‘weird’ third kit with new look badge

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans have voiced their concerns about the ‘Liverpool vibes’ of their new third kit.The third shirt offers an off-white main colourway with a dark red used on the collar, crest and sponsors.
      Manchester United’s new third shirt for the 2023-24 seasonCredit: Adidas
      United legend Roy Keane also modelled the shirt… Which has been compared to a Liverpool kit by fansCredit: Adidas
      It also features a minimalist take on the United badge.
      While the shirt was generally well received, some on Twitter feel it is too similar to Liverpool kits of old.
      A United Twitter account posted the new shirt and asked fans to rate the kit out of ten.
      One United fan replied: “One.. Liverpool vibes.”
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      Another wrote: “Feels like we’ve literally just copied one of the past season Liverpool kits but made it a little different?”
      And a third conflicted fan tweeted: “I’m not really sure about this one, I don’t like it but I’d very much get it. It just feels weird.”
      Liverpool have had at least one white away or third kit every year since 2019 and had a similar off-white away shirt during the 2021-22 season.
      United said in a press release that the shirt is inspired by the “1909 Cup jersey and street style trends”.
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      It was unveiled with a video that featured a giant version of Casemiro hovering over Old Trafford and Roy Keane leering at a silver platter of prawn sandwiches.
      The third shirt has been generally well received despite the Liverpool concerns with one fan tweeting:  “This jersey is the best Man U has revealed in a long time.”
      Another wrote: “Brother, this kit is an 11/10”
      While a third added: “Best 2nd or 3rd kit in a long long time”
      The third shirt is a more conservative effort compared to United’s away shirt this season.
      The club’s green white and red striped shirt was branded “atrocious” by some sections of the United faithful on its release.
      Whether it will go on to become a cult classic remains to be seen. More

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      Man Utd make transfer decision on Hannibal Mejbri after giving youngster pre-season to impress Erik ten Hag

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have made a decision on the transfer future of youngster Hannibal Mejbri.The midfielder was given the opportunity to impress manager Erik ten Hag during pre-season.
      Hannibal Mejbri will not leave Manchester United permanently this summerCredit: Getty
      Several clubs have shown an interest in the 20-year-old this summer, with Borussia Dortmund even tabling an offer earlier in the window.
      Teams in England and France have also eyed both permanent and loan moves for Hannibal.
      Although talks are ongoing about a potential loan move, the Manchester Evening News report that United have ruled out selling the youngster this summer.
      Figures at the club, including Ten Hag, have been impressed with his performances during pre-season.
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      He starred in the Red Devils’ final friendly against Athletic Bilbao in Dublin on Sunday as his side played out a 1-1 draw.
      There are still doubts over the first-team playing time he will get this season, though, and Hannibal may still depart on loan.
      Premier League newcomers Luton are amongst the clubs who could sign him on a temporary basis.
      Hannibal spent last season on loan at Birmingham, making 41 appearances across all competitions.
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      He also has three senior United appearances to his name, with all of them coming in the Premier League.
      The Tunisia international has continued to be a regular for his country too, and featured at last year’s World Cup in Qatar. More

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      Mason Greenwood spotted training as Man Utd to make decision on striker’s future

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      MASON Greenwood has been spotted training as Man Utd scramble to make a decision on his future at the club.The 21-year-old striker was seen doing kicking a ball around and practising shooting with his pals.
      Pictures of Mason Greenwood at a training session have emerged as his future at Manchester United remains uncertain
      The 21-year-old striker was seen doing ball drills and shooting practice
      Greenwood, who became a father last month, was joined by his own dad at the public training ground.
      The England star hasn’t touched a ball for Utd since he was arrested for attempted rape, assault and coercive control last January.
      He was charged last October with attempted rape, sexual assault and controlling behaviour, with a trial set for this November.
      But those charges were dropped in February by the Crown Prosecution Service.
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      Greenwood has remained “in limbo” about his future at the club after chiefs launched their own five-month probe into the claims.
      No decision has been revealed on whether or not the star striker will return – even though the new season is just days away.
      Manager Erik ten Hag and the majority of the first team have suggested they were open to the idea of bringing the Greenwood back.
      But United’s women’s team were understood to have reservations, while sponsors were left concerned about being linked to the footballer.
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      A source said previously: “All the players believe he deserves a second chance because he’s innocent in the eyes of the law.
      “He didn’t have the opportunity to clear his name in court because the charges were dropped, so the players feel like he has been left in limbo.
      “They know it will be difficult but they are willing to support him through it, and protect him.
      “Some of the younger players came through the academy with him so there’s a loyalty to him.
      “They know he’s made mistakes but the lads who’ve spoken to him say he’s grown up a lot in the past 18 months and will come back a lot wiser.”
      It is not the first time Greenwood has been spotted training outside of Carrington.
      In June he worked on his close control and shooting in a 90-minute session on an £85-an-hour pitch.
      It was the first time he had been pictured at a training session since his arrest.
      He had grown his hair since he was last pictured — and was not wearing Nike boots after the firm ended their sponsorship deal.
      Greenwood joined Utd aged just six and rose through the ranks to land himself a regular spot on the first team.
      In 2019, he became the youngest footballer to play for United in the Champions League when he took to the pitch aged 17.
      Read More on The Sun
      Greenwood has made 129 appearances in total for the Red Devils and netted 35 goals.
      For the full video visit the Man Utd The Religion YouTube page.
      Greenwood hasn’t played for Utd since January last year
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      United No2 to help Andre Onana cope with the Premier League after deciding to stay at Old Trafford

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      TOM HEATON plans to share tips with Andre Onana to help the new Manchester United keeper cope with the Premier League.The 37-year-old goalkeeper is set to stay at Old Trafford despite summer interest from top-flight newboys Luton and Championship side Hull.
      Andre Onana will make his Manchester United debut against Wolves in the Premier League next Monday
      Tom Heaton is staying at United for now despite summer interest from Luton and HullCredit: Getty
      And United No2 believes he can give an insight to ex-Inter Milan keeper Onana, who has replaced David de Gea for £47million, ahead of the new season opener against Wolves next Monday. 
      Heaton said: “Hopefully I can offer him something about Premier League football and the requirements and the different challenges.
      “He’s a really good lad and a great character.
      “I’ve really enjoyed the style of his play, he’ll suit this manager and how he wants to play really well.
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      “Hopefully I can learn a bit from him. I’m always trying to develop and evolve.
      “He and I have got on really well so far and I’m looking forward to working with him, competing with him and then we’ll see where it goes.”
      Heaton was named skipper for Sunday’s 1-1 pre-season draw with Athletic Bilbao in Dublin with Bruno Fernandes rested.
      The ex-Aston Villa and Burnley stopper was picked by boss Erik ten Hag ahead of Harry Maguire, who was stripped of the armband this summer.
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      Heaton, who had a spat with Brandon Williams on the tour of the USA after the defender made a mistake in the loss to Borussia Dortmund, added: “It was a bit of a surprise. 
      “I’m a temporary custodian but it’s still a proud day. It’s always an honour to captain Manchester United and I certainly enjoyed that.
      “We’ve got a few senior players in the team. You make your point when it’s required. It might be an arm around someone or a raised voice.
      “There was a bit made of me and Brandon having a little bit a few games ago but it’s only natural.
      “It happens week in, week out. You want that as long as it’s within balance and all for the right reasons.
      “Then it can only make everyone better. Pre-season has been good, I’ve really enjoyed it.
      “I’ve had plenty of minutes, personally, which has been great. We’ve put in some really good performances.
      “The manager wants to step on to the next level, which is exactly what this football club should be doing.
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      “We’ve gone to different parts of the world, seen all the support for the football club, which has been magnificent.
      “But I think everyone’s looking forward to starting the Premier League season and getting going next week.” More

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      Man Utd ‘keeping close tabs on ex-Barcelona star.. but will only pull trigger on transfer if Harry Maguire quits’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED will only start talks with Nice defender Jean-Clair Todibo once Harry Maguire’s future is decided.United are interested in the 23-year-old centre back but will only make a move if Maguire leaves, reports claim.
      Barcelona signed Todibo from Toulouse in 2019, aged 19Credit: Reuters
      According to Fabrizio Romano, United had contacts informed on the conditions of a Todibo deal.
      He added that no talks have been opened or offers made, with any move hingeing on Maguire – who was booed by fans after his error cost United a goal in the friendly with Athletic Bilbao – leaving.
      The England international was stripped of the club captaincy last month following a three-year stint in the role.
      He started just eight games for United last season with Lisandro Martinez and Rapheal Varane being Erik ten Hag’s preferred centre-back pairing.
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      He has appeared in several pre-season games, while West Ham reportedly had a £20m bid rejected for him, with United demanding around £40m.
      Todibo has established himself at Nice after joining from Barcelona following an initial loan spell.
      He joined Barca from Toulouse in 2019 and was sent out to FC Shalke in 2020 where he made a few appearances in the Bundesliga.

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      The Spanish giants then loaned him out to Benfica next but his time in Lisbon was unsuccessful due to an achilles tendon injury.
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      His final loan spell was at Nice where he moved on a permanent deal in 2021 for £8.5million.
      Todibo has now made 67 appearances for Nice in Ligue 1, becoming a key player in their back line.
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