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      Ex-Man Utd star, 36, likened to World Cup legend retires with heartfelt message saying: ‘My dreams have come true’

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      GIUSEPPE ROSSI has announced his retirement from football at the age of 36 with a touching message.Rossi started out at Manchester United’s academy in 2004 and his talent led to comparisons to Italian legend Alessandro Del Piero thanks to his speed, technique, passing, dribbling and shooting.
      Ex-Manchester United ace Giuseppe Rossi announced his retirementCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Rossi has been previously compared to Alessandro Del PieroCredit: AFP
      The striker spent three years in United’s books but only managed a mere total of four goals and one assist in 14 appearances.
      The ex-Italy international was sent out on loan to Newcastle and Parma before his departure in 2007 when he joined Villarreal.
      Rossi went on to play for Fiorentina, Levante, Celta Vigo, Genoa, Real Salt Lake and SPAL, where he ended his career.
      Pepito issued a touching farewell message to fans stating his “dreams came true”.
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      Rossi posted on Instagram: “Today I announce my retirement from the beautiful game. It’s been an unforgettable journey!
      “From running around the backyard as a kid with a ball at my feet and having my father as a coach, to playing at the highest level of football possible, in the most beautiful stadiums football can offer and playing with/against the best players and clubs in the world….
      “I’m eternally grateful to have been a part of this game. My dreams came true. My life is fulfilled.
      “All I ever wanted was to be the best player I could be. I dedicated every ounce of me, shedded blood, sweat and tears for this game. I can leave the game peacefully, knowing I did all I can possibly do to achieve my goals.
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      “My journey is unique. A lot of ups but also some downs. Those down moments (mostly injuries) never defined me. My purpose was stronger than any obstacle that was in front of me.
      “I never stopped dreaming when things I couldn’t control got in my way. I love the game so much that I could’ve never given up.
      “That is why I’m writing this with a heavy heart but a big smile on face – I’m proud of what I accomplished!
      “To my family…your sacrifices and endless support gave me the strength and courage to achieve things I thought were unreachable. Thank you.
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      Rossi stated his “dreams came true” during a heartfelt farewell messageCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      “To my clubs…it was an honor being by your side and representing your shirt! I wore it proudly and gave it my all each and every game. Thank you for your trust in me.
      “To my teammates…so many battles on the field together, so many amazing moments shared off the field. Thank you for being important figures during my career that challenged me to be the best player I could be.
      “To the fans…the game wouldn’t be the beautiful game without you. You have all been by my side throughout my 19 year career. We shared some moments that will last a lifetime! Thank you.
      “I will truly miss the game but I know it’s time. On to the next chapter.. #PepitoOut.” More

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      Man Utd manager Erik ten Hag breaks his silence on Mason Greenwood’s future at club as pre-season kicks off WITHOUT him

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      ERIK Ten Hag has broken his silence on Mason Greenwood’s future at Manchester United.Greenwood, 21, has not played for the club since he was arrested in January last year.
      Mason Greenwood’s future at United remains unclearCredit: Getty
      Erik ten Hag has broken his silence on the issueCredit: Getty
      He was later charged with attempted rape, assault and controlling and coercive behaviour, before the charges were dropped in February.
      Man United have been conducting their own investigation into the allegations and he was most recently left out of the club’s pre-season tour to the US.
      But Ten Hag has addressed the situation ahead of United’s friendly with Arsenal on Saturday night, The Star reports.
      He told reporters: “On this, it’s a club decision and of course, I said my opinions but it’s a club decision and we have to accept that.”
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      And asked whether he would like to keep Greenwood at the club, the Dutch manager added: “I can’t say so much about it but I shared my opinion about it, so let’s see what’s going to happen.”
      Greenwood has been linked with a move to Italy, with Serie A side Atalanta rumoured to be among clubs interested in offering him a chance to get back on the pitch.
      But sources close to Atalanta have played down the prospect of a move – with Man United not proactively exploring other loan options, The Athletic reports.
      Greenwood was most recently pictured taking part in a private training session with teammate Anthony Elanga last week.
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      United are expected to make an announcement on the young striker’s future soon, having completed their exhaustive internal probe.
      It is understood Ten Hag and the majority of the first team are willing to give Greenwood another chance, but a loan move abroad appears to be the most likely option.
      United’s women’s team is also reported to have reservations, while sponsors are also concerned about being linked to the £75,000-a-week player.
      Wayne Rooney also spoke out on the issue last week, suggesting Greenwood should leave the club to get his career back on track.
      The DC United manager said: “It leaves Mason Greenwood in a position where he is stuck.
      “So for Mason, it’s a bad position to be in because I’m sure he just wants to play football.
      “But for the club, its image and ensuring they make the right decisions, it’s almost a catch 22.
      “I think the best thing for Mason now is to get out of the club and go and develop somewhere else.”
      Greenwood in action during a training session in May 2021Credit: Getty More

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      David de Gea ‘rejects chance to replace Andre Onana at Inter Milan with ex-Man Utd goalkeeper keen on shock transfer’

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      DAVID DE GEA has rejected the chance to replace Andre Onana at Inter Milan.The former Manchester United goalkeeper is instead keen on completing a shock transfer to La Liga.
      David de Gea has rejected an offer to join Inter MilanCredit: Getty
      According to the Daily Record, De Gea has called off talks with Inter over a potential move to Italy.
      Inter are said to have offered De Gea an annual wage worth £4.3million, which the Spaniard has turned down.
      The Serie A giants will now turn to other targets, including Bayern Munich’s Yann Sommer and Ukrainian keeper Anatoliy Trubin.
      As for De Gea, the report adds that he would prefer a move back to his native Spain.
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      De Gea could re-join boyhood club Atletico Madrid, who have reportedly put current stopper Jan Oblak up for sale.
      However, he would again have to settle for earning less than he had been at United.
      Only a move to Saudi Arabia is currently seen as capable of making him the best paid goalkeeper in the world again.
      The 32-year-old made 84 appearances for Atletico before moving to United in 2011.
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      During his 12 years in England, he won eight major trophies, including a league title and the Europa League.
      He has been a free agent since the end of June, following the expiry of his United contract.
      De Gea has since been replaced at Old Trafford by Onana, who has arrived from Inter. More

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      Man Utd ‘have bid for SECOND goalkeeper transfer of the summer REJECTED’ after David de Gea exit on free

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      FENERBAHCE star Altay Bayindir has allegedly REJECTED a move to Manchester United.The Red Devils are on the verge of ending their search for a new number one goalkeeper following David De Gea’s departure.
      Fenerbahce goalie Altay Bayindir has allegedly rejected a move to Man UtdCredit: Getty
      Andre Onana, 27, is set to sign for United after a deal worth up to £47.2MILLION was finally sorted with Inter Milan.
      The keeper has already flown in and will put pen to paper on a five-year deal, with the option of a sixth, after undergoing his medical.
      However, that is only one part of Erik ten Hag’s goalkeeping problem resolved.
      United stopper Dean Henderson spent last season on loan at Nottingham Forest after a fall-out with the club.
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      He is being heavily linked with a permanent move to the City Ground after recovering from the thigh surgery that ruled him out for the last few months of the campaign.
      Henderson recently claimed that he “p***ed off the Dutch manager” and believes “he is not in line for a comeback” as he revealed he did not want Ten Hag to see him training as he believed the boss would want to keep him.

      And backup goalie Tom Heaton is also wanted by both Luton Town and Everton.
      That has left Ten Hag searching for another keeper to join his squad with the above two expected to be given the green light to leave should they get adequate cover.
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      Now Posta report have claimed that United were looking to activate the £5.2m release clause in the 25-year-old Bayindir’s contract.
      But the Turkish international has reportedly turned down a potential move to Old Trafford as he has no desire “to play second-fiddle” to Onana.
      And this update states that he is instead set to join Ajax.
      He will become the Dutch side’s new No.1 with their current first-choice goalie Geronimo Rulli expected to be sold. More

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      Manchester United starlet in talks to leave Old Trafford and sign for League One Reading

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      MANCHESTER UNITED starlet Charlie Savage is in talks over a permanent move to Reading.But the Royals face competition with several Championship and League One clubs also interested.
      Charlie Savage has trained with United’s senior squad including star midfielder Bruno FernandesCredit: Getty
      Savage is the son of ex-Prem star Robbie, who played in the top-flight for Leicester, Blackburn, Birmingham and DerbyCredit: Getty
      New Reading boss Ruben Selles is looking to rebuild after the Berkshire club suffered relegation to the third tier of English football.
      SunSport understands Championship duo Cardiff and Rotherham have also eyed up Savage.
      And Reading’s League One rivals Portsmouth are keen on the United starlet, 20, as well.
      Savage, son of ex-Wales and Leicester midfielder Robbie, spent last season on loan at Forest Green Rovers.
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      Despite relegation for Forest Green to League Two, Wales Under-21 international Savage impressed on his first spell away from the Red Devils.
      He returned to Old Trafford this summer and was made captain for the second half of United’s pre-season 2-0 win over Leeds in Oslo last Wednesday.
      But Savage was not in Erik ten Hag’s squad for today’s 1-0 friendly win against Lyon in Edinburgh.
      He was also not selected in the 31-man senior squad to go on tour to the United States.
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      United welcomed back seasoned internationals and fellow midfielders Casemiro, Bruno Fernandes, Christian Eriksen and Scott McTominay for the tour, leaving limited space for younger players.
      Cardiff, who recently signed Wales captain Aaron Ramsey on a free transfer, cannot pay fees for players until January so a loan would suit the Welsh club’s needs. More

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      Mason Greenwood should QUIT Man Utd to get his career back on track, Wayne Rooney says

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      MASON Greenwood should quit Man Utd to get his career back on track, Wayne Rooney says. The striker, 21, has not played since January last year when he was arrested after allegations of physical and sexual abuse.
      Wayne Rooney says Mason Greenwood should walk away from Man Utd to get his football career back on trackCredit: Alamy
      It comes after reports said Greenwood’s football future was in ‘tatters’Credit: AFP
      Greenwood is still suspended by United, despite charges including attempted rape being dropped against him.
      The 21-year-old was recently pictured at a private training session with teammate Anthony Elanga but it was last night revealed there were fears his career was “in tatters”.
      Rooney has now said he thinks Greenwood should walk away from the club to try to salvage his future in football.
      The Manchester United legend, who is in charge of DC United, told The Athletic: “It leaves Mason Greenwood in a position where he is stuck.
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      “So for Mason, it’s a bad position to be in because I’m sure he just wants to play football.
      “But for the club, its image and ensuring they make the right decisions, it’s almost a catch 22.
      “I think the best thing for Mason now is to get out of the club and go and develop somewhere else.”
      Rooney added that he thought the 21-year-old needed to get back on the field as it had been a long time since he played.
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      He continued: “With everything that has happened and how long the internal investigation has taken, it’s probably got to a place now where Mason just needs to go and play and to try and get his career back on track.
      “It’s a difficult position for Mason but for the club as well. You have to make sure you get to the right decision before moving forward and it looks like they’re really struggling to get to that place.”
      It was last night revealed by The Athletic that Greenwood is not in the squad for the club’s pre-season tour.
      It came after Greenwood was reportedly being used as a pawn by Man United to net a striker rumoured to be worth £50m.
      Serie A club Atalanta are interested in signing the forward on loan, according to Manchester Evening News.
      Manchester United football director John Murtough has reportedly held talks with the Italian side as part of a deal to sign Rasmus Hojlund.
      The Danish striker scored nine goals in 32 games last season and is one of United’s targets this summer.
      The Red Devils believe they can net 20-year-old Hojlund for around £50 million, the Telegraph reported.
      But sources close to Atalanta played down the prospect of a move for Greenwood – with Manchester United not proactively exploring other loan options, The Athletic reports.
      Greenwood has not played since January last year when he was arrested after a woman made allegations against him on social media.
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      He was due to stand trial in November accused of attempted rape, assault and coercive control.
      The charges were dropped in February by the Crown Prosecution Service. More

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      Charlie Savage lined up for Man Utd exit as three clubs target Robbie’s son in summer transfer

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      CHARLIE SAVAGE is being eyed up by Championship duo Cardiff and Rotherham.And the Manchester United starlet, 20, has also attracted interest from League One outfit Portsmouth.
      Cardiff, Portsmouth and Rotherham want to sign SavageCredit: Getty
      Savage, son of ex-Wales and Leicester midfielder Robbie, is wanted by clubs on loan or possibly a permanent move.
      The Wales Under-21 international spent last season on loan at Forest Green Rovers.
      Despite relegation for Forest Green to League Two, highly-rated Savage impressed on his first spell away from the Red Devils.
      He returned to Old Trafford this summer and was made captain for the second half of United’s pre-season 2-0 win over Leeds in Oslo last Wednesday.
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      But Savage is not in Erik ten Hag’s squad for today’s friendly against Lyon in Edinburgh and is unlikely to go on tour to the United States as clubs circle.
      United have also welcomed back seasoned internationals and fellow midfielders Casemiro, Bruno Fernandes, Christian Eriksen and Scott McTominay for the tour which will leave limited space for younger players.
      Cardiff, who recently signed Wales captain Aaron Ramsey on a free transfer, cannot pay fees for players until January so a loan would suit the Welsh club’s needs.
      Savage joined Man Utd’s academy as a youngster before rising through the ranks to sign his first professional contract in April 2021.
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      He made his first-team debut eight months later, but he is yet to establish himself as a regular name in Ten Hag’s squad.
      The 20-year-old scored one goal in 15 appearances during his six-month loan at Forest Green Rovers last season. More

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      Andre Onana flies in to complete Man Utd transfer TODAY… but deal leave Ten Hag with just £20m to spend on striker

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      ANDRE ONANA will sign for Manchester United today after a deal worth up to £47.2MILLION was finally sorted with Inter Milan.The keeper flew in last night and will put pen to paper on a five-year deal, with the option of a sixth, following a medical.
      Andre Onana is on the brink of a move to Manchester UnitedCredit: Twitter
      Onana flew to the UK on Tuesday night to complete his Man Utd transferCredit: Twitter
      Onana was spotted by fans as he jetted from Turin airportCredit: Twitter
      Boss Erik ten Hag is hoping he might even be able to join his squad by the time they jet out to start their American tour after tonight’s friendly with Lyon in Edinburgh.
      First, however, a visa must be arranged for the 27-year-old, who will cost the Red Devils £43.8m up front with the rest of the fee based on add-ons.
      Ten Hag made him a priority after former  No 1 David de Gea left on a free transfer at the end of last month following a 12-year stay and 545 appearances.
      Cameroonian Onana had already agreed wages of around £200,000 a week before he said goodbye to Inter team-mates yesterday and headed for the airport.
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      He will be re-united with Ten Hag having picked up three Eredivisie titles under the  manager before he left Ajax on a free transfer just a year ago.
      Onana, who quit international football in December after  falling out with Cameroon boss Rigobert Song at the World Cup, is Ten Hag’s second major  signing of the summer following Mason Mount’s £55m arrival.
      The Dutchman will now turn his full attention to the capture of Atalanta’s Rasmus Hojlund.
      The Italian club initially demanded a whopping £86m for the 6ft 3in Danish striker, who has played just 87 senior games and scored nine goals in 32 appearances last season.
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      United could pay up to £47.2million for OnanaCredit: Getty
      But the Old Trafford outfit are growing confident they can get the price down to around £60m including add-ons for the 20- year-old.
      Onana’s arrival, coupled with Mount’s fee, means Ten Hag has already splurged £98.8m of his  transfer budget, which is limited to £120m
      But he hopes to make up the difference for Hojlund in player sales with Harry Maguire, Anthony Elanga, Alex Telles, Scott McTominay and Dean  Henderson all available.
      And he expects to get up to £10m for full-back Telles.
      A deal is all but agreed with Al-Nassr, where he will link up again with ex-United team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo, with the 30-year-old already understood to have struck personal terms.
      Goalkeeper Henderson’s move to Nottingham Forest has stalled after a offer of £10m was rejected.
      But the clubs are still expected to agree on a higher fee, especially as Onana is set to become United’s new No 1. More