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      Dortmund chiefs concerned by Sancho’s timekeeping as they mull transfer return for Man Utd outcast

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      BORUSSIA DORTMUND bosses have concerns about Jadon Sancho’s timekeeping, according to reports.SunSport revealed earlier this month that the Bundesliga club are plotting a swoop for their former winger.
      Jadon Sancho has been exiled by boss Erik ten HagCredit: Getty
      Ten Hag, 53, is demanding an apology from SanchoCredit: PA
      Sancho, 23, is currently in Manchester United exile after falling out with manager Erik ten Hag.
      Many figures at Dortmund would love to re-sign the England international, who left to join United in a £72million deal in 2021.
      Some, however, have raised concerns about his timekeeping according to Bild.
      They noted that the England ace was frequently late for training during his first spell at Dortmund.
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      Man United are said to be reluctant to loan Sancho out and would demand in excess of £50million for his permanent sale.
      Dortmund would struggle to reach that figure, having already splashed out on Felix Nmecha, Niclas Fullkrug and Man United old boy Marcel Sabitzer this season.
      Sancho was dropped from Man United’s matchday squad for the 3-1 defeat at Arsenal on September 3.
      After the match Ten Hag said his player had not trained well enough during the week to be involved.
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      Sancho refuted this claim, claiming he was being made a “scapegoat” and effectively accusing his manager of lying.
      He has since refused to say sorry to his manager, with Ten Hag insisting on an apology if he is to consider re-integrating the winger.
      The former Dortmund star has reportedly been banned from all first team areas of United’s training ground, including the canteen.
      In addition to Dortmund, Roma have taken interest in signing Sancho in the January transfer window.
      While clubs in Saudi Arabia would also be keen, should the player show an interest in moving to the SPL.
      Sancho, 23, made three appearances this season before being exiledCredit: Getty More

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      Blunt Erik ten Hag issues awkward response to Jadon Sancho questions after Man Utd star banned from all first-team areas

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      BOSS Erik ten Hag fired a chilling dig towards Jadon Sancho – as an encouraging night for Manchester United turned awkward.The Dutchman responded icily after Tuesday’s 3-0 Carabao Cup win over Crystal Palace when asked if the saga over outcast Sancho was nearer a solution.
      Erik ten Hag was in no mood to be asked about Jadon Sancho
      Man Utd attacker Sancho has been exiled after criticising manager Ten Hag with a now deleted social media postCredit: Getty
      The Red Devils’ winger is banned from all the club’s first-team facilities following a brutal exchange of words with Ten Hag.
      And the manager told Sky Sports: “I don’t talk about players who are out of favour.”
      Pushed on whether Sancho has an Old Trafford future now he has deleted his Instagram account Ten Hag added tersely: “I don’t know. It’s up to him.”
      The ex-Ajax chief was far more comfortable bigging up youngsters like Facundo Pellestri and Alejandro Garnacho for “deserving” their chance in the comfotable third-round triumph.
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      But even those words could be taken as a jibe at Sancho.
      Ten Hag said: “We had many young players on the pitch and you see they are progressing.
      “With me you don’t get the opportunity, you have to deserve it!”
      Sancho has been in trouble since hitting back after Ten Hag claimed he was omitted against Arsenal on September 3 due to his poor training.
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      The Englishman responded with a now-deleted post that contradicted his manager’s verdict.
      The 23-cap star wrote: “I will not allow people saying things that is completely untrue, I have conducted myself in training very well 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!”
      It’s understood United officials met soon after to discuss Sancho’s future and how to resolve the situation.
      But it’s believed the only way the problem could be soothed, at least in the short term, is Sancho apologising to Ten Hag. More

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      Manchester United’s Antony prepares to return to England to face police over allegations he attacked a lover

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      MANCHESTER United’s Antony prepares to return to England to face police over allegations that he attacked a lover.The Brazilian winger, 23, granted a leave of absence by United, was at Sao Paulo airport for flights to Spain then Manchester.
      Man Utd’s Antony will face police over allegations that he attacked a lover
      Antony was pictured at Sao Paulo airport for flights to Spain then Manchester
      Antony is accused by former lover Gabriella Cavallin of attacking herCredit: Instagram
      He will meet police in the coming days to deny the claims.
      A source said: “Antony is adamant he has done nothing wrong and wants to sit down with officers and let them ask him questions.
      “He has nothing to hide and will hand over anything they want to see including his mobile phone.
      “He wants to be exonerated as quickly as possible so he can get on with his football career again without any distractions.”
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      The £85m winger is accused by former lover Gabriella Cavallin of attacking her on January 15 in a Manchester hotel.
      Antony denies any wrongdoing and gave a tearful TV interview in which he said: “I know the truth and it will come out.
      “I’m 100 per cent sure I never touched a woman and I’ll come up with the evidence.
      “I’m sure I’ve never committed physical violence.”
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      A source said: ‘Antony is adamant he has done nothing wrong and wants to sit down with officers and let them ask him questions’Credit: PA More

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      Man Utd ratings: Sofyan Amrabat impresses on full debut as Casemiro and Mason Mount prove there’s life in squad yet

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      MANCHESTER UNITED punched their ticket to the fourth round of the Carabao Cup with a dominant 3-0 victory over Crystal Palace at Old Trafford.This was a much-needed win for United who have been enduring a turbulent start to the campaign that has seen them losing four out of eight matches so far this season.
      Manchester United punched their ticket to the fourth round of the Carabao CupCredit: PA
      The Red Devils opened the scoring after 21 minutes when a stunning ball from Mason Mount found Facundo Pellistri down the right and the winger passed to Diogo Dalot.
      Dalot delivered a low cross that set Alejandro Garnacho up to fire home.
      United doubled their lead six minutes later when Mount delivered a pinpoint cross from a corner down the left and found Casemiro, who beat Johnstone with a powerful header.
      The Brazil international provided the third goal just ten minutes into the second half as his marvellous ball set up Anthony Martial, who scored with a brilliant finish.
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      Here’s how SunSport’s Kostas Lianos rated Erik ten Hag’s men at Old Trafford:
      Andre Onana – 6
      A very quiet evening for Andre Onana, who needed a clean sheet after some below-par performances against Brighton and Bayern Munich.
      Made two big saves in the second half to deny Jean-Philippe Mateta.
      Sofyan Amrabat – 7
      A very impressive full debut for Sofyan Amrabat who won all of his duels down the left in the first half and bossed the midfield in the second.
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      His strong partnership with Casemiro hinted that he can turn United’s fortunes around now that he’s fit.
      Harry Maguire – 6
      A composed performance at the back as the under-pressure star formed a strong partnership with Raphael Varane.
      Got the better of Crystal Palace’s attack who left him relatively untroubled.
      Mason Mount – 8
      A stunning return to action for Mason Mount who created Alejandro Garnacho’s opener with a superb long ball down the right and provided the assist for Casemiro’s header.
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      Alejandro Garnacho opened the scoring for Man Utd after a stunning ball by Mason MountCredit: Getty
      Anthony Martial – 7
      A positive performance from Anthony Martial who scored his first goal of the season.
      Martial broke his duck in style as he met Casemiro’s long ball and beat Sam Johnstone from a tight corner down the left.
      Alejandro Garnacho – 7
      Alejandro Garnacho also got his first goal of the season and stood out down the wing against the experienced Nathaniel Clyne thanks to his pace and positioning.
      Casemiro – 8 (MOTM)
      Casemiro is simply just like a fine wine, as the 31-year-old was the best player on the pitch with a goal and assist.
      The midfielder was unbeatable in the middle of the park, while he also scored a wonderful header and scintillatingly set up Martial for the third goal.
      Casmiro doubled Man Utd’s lead and provided an assist for Anthony MartialCredit: Alamy
      Raphael Varane – 6
      Raphael Varane captained United for the night and put together a composed performance on a quiet evening for Erik ten Hag’s defence.
      Diogo Dalot – 7
      Provided an assist and formed an impressive partnership with Facundo Pellistri down the right.
      Facundo Pellistri – 6
      The young winger played the full 90 minutes for United and continued to leave promise for the future.
      A positive performance from Facundo Pellistri down the right and had a few good runs inside the opposing box.
      Sofyan Amrabat stood out in his full Man Utd debut against Crystal PalaceCredit: Rex
      Hannibal Mejbri – 6
      Another youngster who leaves plenty of promise for the future.
      Hannibal Mejbri put together some good runs and linked up well with the likes of Casemiro, Mount and Amrabat in midfield.
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      Victor Lindelof – 6
      Came on for the impressive Mount and continued to inspire confidence at the back. A quiet evening for the centre-back.
      Jonny Evans – 6
      Came on for Varane and continued where his captain left off.
      Once again went close to scoring with a header that was spectacularly kept out by Johnstone.
      Dan Gore – 6
      Didn’t emulate the likes of Casemiro, Mount and Amrabat when he came on for the latter.
      But a precious experience for the 19-year-old nevertheless.
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      Donny van de Beek – 6
      This won’t be the match that puts him back into Ten Hag’s good graces, but Donny van de Beek did his job and contributed to an important victory after replacing Hannibal.
      Rasmus Hojlund – 6
      Largely anonymous after replacing Martial but helped during a few attacks. More

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      Dean Henderson endures nightmare Old Trafford return as he limps off injured and booed by Man Utd fans on Palace debut

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      DEAN HENDERSON’s return to Old Trafford return ended in first-half injury heartache.The former Manchester United goalkeeper made his first visit to the Theatre of Dreams since his summer move to Crystal Palace in Tuesday’s Carabao Cup third-round clash.
      Dean Henderson suffered a leg injury in Crystal Palace’s Carabao Cup third-round clash with Manchester United.Credit: GETTY
      The England stopper tried his best to play through the painCredit: REUTERS
      He hobbled off the pitch in the 19th minuteCredit: REX
      Henderson, 26, would’ve no doubt hoped to have turned in a stellar performance to show Red Devils boss Erik ten Hag what he’s missing out on.
      But the England keeper – who was booed by some of the Old Trafford faithful – ended up hobbling off the pitch in the 19th minute through injury.
      The stopper appeared to tweak his right leg when he thumped the ball up the field.
      Henderson tried his best to play through the pain but ultimately succumbed to the injury and was subbed off.
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      Footie fans were quick to comment, with one saying: “Dean Henderson hit with that injury curse too.”
      Another said: “20mins in Dean Henderson gets injured.”
      And another said: “Gutted for Dean Henderson this evening.”
      One remarked: “Dean Henderson off injured @ Old Trafford.
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      “Hope he’s ok, but could be a repeat of his bad injury.”
      Another chimed in: “You’ve got to feel for Dean Henderson.
      “To make your debut and then get injured within 19 minutes is a very rough start.
      “Given the likelihood that Palace will get dumped out of the EFL Cup, it doesn’t look like he’ll be getting much minutes this season.”
      Henderson was replaced by Palace’s No.1 keeper Sam Johnstone – who also used to play for United.
      Johnstone’s return to the Theatre of Dreams quickly went downhill as Alejandro Garnacho broke the deadlock less than a minute after he came on.
      And things went from bad to worse a mere six minutes later as Casemiro punished some lax marking to head home his side’s second. More

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      Meet Dan Gore, Man Utd kid who had bust-up with Anthony Martial and was sent off v Wrexham for sick tackle while captain

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      FEW hot prospects at Manchester United have ever had such a colourful teenage career BEFORE breaking through as Dan Gore.The playmaker had a training-ground bust-up with senior striker Anthony Martial and saw red for a contentious tackle when SKIPPERING the Red Devils in a friendly.
      The Old Trafford Academy product can play across the midfieldCredit: Kenny Ramsay
      Dan Gore reacts to seeing red for a challenge on Wrexham’s Andy Cannon when he skippered an inexperienced Man Utd side in a pre-season gameCredit: Getty
      Combative starlet Gore impressed on tour in the summer of 2023 but was at the centre of controversy vs Wrexham in HoustonCredit: Getty
      The academy product, who only turned 19 in September 2023, can be considered one of United’s ‘super six’ starlets.
      Along with Gore, Kobbie Mainoo, Marc Jurado, Shea Lacey, Noam Emeran and Charlie McNeill are trying to hussle their way up to more first-team action.
      Currently, Marcus Rashford and Scott McTominay have gone from the ranks to riches, progressing from the academy while others were squeezed out by big-money buys like Rasmus Hojlund and Bruno Fernandes.
      Gore joined United from Burnley in 2018 and tasted FA Youth Cup glory four years later alongside equally-exciting Old Trafford talents like Argentina winger Alejandro Garnacho.      
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      And Erik ten Hag clearly has an eye on the Englishman – especially after the responsibility he gave the versatile ace during the 2022-23 pre-season tour of the USA.
      But that’s not the first imprint the stylist has left on United’s senior players… almost literally.
      Martial reacted angrily to a crunching challenge from Gore during training in November 2022.
      Perhaps the Frenchman was frustrated at missing out on a World Cup squad place.
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      Or maybe it showed Gore’s combative reputation was well deserved.
      Whatever the case, manager ten Hag reportedly pulled the pair apart and told the kid to ease off from such stern tackling in practice.
      It’s understood Martial later apologised to Gore – and there have been no problems since 
      However, the young Englishman leapt back into the headline 11 months later on tour in the USA.
      Despite playing alongside veteran centre-back Jonny Evans, Gore was at first on a high after being chosen to captain a virtual Red Devils’ reserve side against Ryan Reynolds’ Wrexham in a warm-up game.
      But he was sent off just two minutes into the second half for a sliding challenge on Andy Cannon.
      The moment split the internet – with many fans “baffled” by the dismissal as they reckon the Dragons’ midfielder initially caught Gore.
      Since then, though, the teenager has impressed United coaches with his continuing development.
      And Under-21s manager  Mark Dempsey is among those backing Gore’s natural ability – especially his leadership skills – to shine through.
      Dempsey has told the Manchester Evening News: “He was really good.
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      “I think he’s a proper footballer, good with the ball, good without the ball, and he can travel with it. 
      “His final pass has to improve for me, that’s the last bit for him, but the rest is great.” More

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      RB Leipzig star hailed as ‘next Erling Haaland’ takes swipe at Man Utd as he reveals why he snubbed transfer

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      RB LEIPZIG striker Benjamin Sesko has revealed why he decided against joining Manchester United.Sesko, 20, has been on United’s radar since 2019.
      Benjamin Sesko has revealed why he decided to sign for RB LeipzigCredit: Getty
      The Red Devils had the opportunity to sign him for just £3million four years ago, but club chiefs were reluctant to match NK Domzale’s asking price.
      Instead, Sesko chose to join RB Salzburg, where he scored 29 goals and provided 11 assists in 79 appearances.
      The striker struck a deal with RB Leipzig last summer, despite receiving further interest from Man Utd.
      And he has since revealed the reason why he snubbed the Red Devils with comments fans may view as a swipe at the club.
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      Speaking to Transfermarkt, Sesko said: “The thing is, I wasn’t really involved in these kinds of conversations. But I think it was better to come here.
      “It was very important for me to go to a place that plays a similar style of football.
      “I already knew what I had to do and didn’t have to go through a whole learning process again.”
      Although he rejected a move to Man Utd last summer, Sesko – who has been likened to Manchester City star Erling Haaland – has not ruled out a move to the Premier League in future.
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      He added: “It would be nice to play there. But for now let’s focus on the now and then we’ll see.”
      The striker joined RB Leipzig on a permanent basis earlier this summer, one year after agreeing to make the switch from Salzburg.
      He has since scored three goals in six games across all competitions. More

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      Jonny Evans’ Man Utd return didn’t break internet like Cristiano Ronaldo’s but this free transfer may be a masterstroke

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      WHEN Manchester United re-signed Paul Pogba and Cristiano Ronaldo, the sheer weight of social-media traffic almost broke the internet.When they re-signed Jonny Evans, there was little online except for a few ironic titters.
      Jonny Evans (right) with Man Utd team-mate Bruno FernandesCredit: Getty
      Evans celebrates scoring against Burnley only for the goal to be disallowedCredit: Rex
      Yet Evans has won the Champions League, three Premier Leagues, an FA Cup, two League Cups and more than 100 international caps.
      Unlike Ronaldo or Pogba, he is widely renowned as one of the best blokes in football.
      United spent hundreds of millions on ne’er- do-wells and dross in recent years but their free transfer of Evans, 35, looks a masterstroke.
      The Northern Irishman was magnificent in United’s crucial 1-0 win over Burnley.
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      A gorgeous assist, an unfortunate disallowed goal and a defensive masterclass for a team which had conceded 14 goals in their previous  five matches.
      United were in dire need of a feelgood story.
      And, unless you’re poor old Harry Maguire — shunted down to fifth-choice centre-half — it is difficult to imagine a better one than the re-emergence of Evans.
      Meanwhile, there was a feeling the title race might be more interesting when Kevin De Bruyne, Manchester City’s best player, suffered a long-term injury.
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      Yet Pep Guardiola’s Treble-winners have continued to win every match with Julian Alvarez excelling in the No 10 role.
      Now that Rodri, City’s most regular starter, has been suspended for three matches, including the key trip to Arsenal, people are saying the same thing.
      As if Kalvin Phillips and Mateo Kovacic are somehow not very good at football.
      I wouldn’t believe a word of it.
      Now read Dave Kidd’s brutal view on shambolic Chelsea… More