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      New blow for Mason Greenwood as Man Utd pre-season kicks off without him – amid fears star’s career is ‘in tatters’

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      MASON Greenwood has been left off Manchester United’s squad for their pre-season tour to the United States, according to reports.The striker, 21, has not played since January last year when he was arrested after allegations of physical and sexual abuse.
      Mason Greenwood has not played for United since being suspended in January last year
      He is not joining the team for their pre-season tour, according to reportsCredit: Getty
      Greenwood is still suspended by United, despite charges including attempted rape being dropped against him.
      He was recently pictured at a private training session with Utd teammate Anthony Elanga.
      But now the club’s pre-season has apparently kicked off without him  – sparking fears his career is “in tatters”.
      According to The Athletic, he is not in the squad for the club’s pre-season tour.
      It comes as Greenwood is reportedly being used as a pawn by Manchester 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.
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      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.
      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.
      Manager Erik ten Hag and the majority of the first team are open to the idea of bringing the star striker back.
      But United’s women’s team is understood to have reservations while sponsors are also concerned about being linked to the footballer.
      The player joined the club 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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      In 2020, England manager Gareth Southgate gave the striker his first cap when Greenwood came off the bench in a 1-0 win against Iceland.
      Greenwood missed out on last year’s Three Lions’ World Cup campaign in Qatar as the case went to court.
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      Marcus Rashford signs new five-year £375k-a-week Man Utd contract to become club’s best paid player

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      MARCUS RASHFORD has put pen to paper on a new contract worth a staggering £97.5M.The Manchester United striker will earn £375,000 a week for the next five years as the club’s highest-paid player
      Marcus Rashford has inked a bumper new five-year deal with Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      The England star was in red-hot form last seasonCredit: AFP

      But relieved boss Erik ten Hag will believe he is worth every penny after months of wrangling with his previous contract due to run out in just under eleven months.
      Upon signing his new deal, Rashford said: “I joined Manchester United as a seven-year-old boy with a dream. That same passion, pride, and determination to succeed still drives me every time I have the honour of wearing the shirt.
      “I’ve already had some amazing experiences at this incredible club, but there is still a lot more to achieve and I remain relentlessly determined to win more trophies in the years ahead.
      “As a United fan all my life, I know the responsibility that comes with representing this badge and feel the highs and lows as much as anyone.
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      “I can assure you that I will give everything to help the team reach the level we are capable of, and I can feel the same determination around the dressing room.
      “I couldn’t be more excited for the future under this manager.”
      The 25-year-old flirted with Paris Saint-Germain during long-running negotiations.
      And a clutch of mega-wealthy Saudi clubs were waiting to pounce for the front man who blasted back to form last season after suffering two years of injuries with 30 goals in 56 games.
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      While he always wanted to re-commit himself to the club he joined 18 years ago the England star was also determined to vastly increase his £200,000-per-week wage and get something approaching the going rate paid to the game’s biggest names.
      Now he is the fourth-highest earner in England behind top-paid Manchester City striker Erling Haaland who can earn up to £865,000 a week with bonuses.
      Haaland’s club mate Kevin De Bruyne and Mo Salah at Liverpool rack up £400,000 a week with add-ons although like the Norwegian, Belgian and Egyptian their basic salary is the same as Rashford’s.
      Confirmation of his signature on the deal that keeps him at Old Trafford until 2028 came as a double boost to Ten Hag.
      Not long before United made the announcement that Rashford had formally signed on again there was news that Andre Onana was flying into Manchester to complete his move from Inter Milan.
      The replacement for ex-No1 David de Gea will also sign a five-year contract after a medical tomorrow after the clubs agreed a fee that could total £47.2M with £43.8M up front.
      Ten Hag believes that local lad Rashford’s best is yet to come.

      Speaking ahead of his side’s final match of the season in May, he said: “Yes, I think there is more to come from Marcus.
      “There’s a lot of room for improvement in his game and I’m convinced he can score even more.
      “When you take, for instance, the last 10 games he didn’t score many goals.
      “I think only two or three, so yes he can improve.
      “I am happy about what he has done. He has brought himself back.
      Erik ten Hag believes Marcus Rashford has yet to fulfil his true potentialCredit: GETTY
      “We supported him where we could, with the way we play but also in his mental mindset.
      “We are happy with him, but we must push him more.
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      “I think Marcus is capable of scoring 40 goals in a season. For him, that’s the next step.”
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      Cristiano Ronaldo to be joined in Saudi Arabia by forgotten Man Utd star after club ‘agrees transfer’

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO could be joined in Saudi Arabia by one of his forgotten former Manchester United team-mates.Ronaldo, 38, sparked a mass of transfers to the Middle Eastern country when he signed for Al-Nassr in January.
      Alex Telles could be on his way to Al-NassrCredit: Getty
      And now he looks on course to be reunited with Alex Telles at the Saudi Pro League side.
      According to Fabrizio Romano, United are close to finalising a deal with Al-Nassr for the left-back, with a verbal agreement in place.
      It is thought the transfer will be sealed as soon as the documents and final checks are completed.
      Al-Nassr also want to land Lens’ former Manchester City academy midfielder Sefo Fofana.
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      Telles, 30, joined United from Porto in a £15.4million deal in 2020.
      However, he has struggled to make an impression at Old Trafford, failing to dislodge Luke Shaw from the spot.
      Tyrell Malacia also joined the Red Devils last summer, further pushing Telles down the pecking order.
      The 12-cap Brazil international spent last season on loan at Sevilla.
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      He made 38 appearances for the Spanish giants, including 94 minutes in the Europa League final as they beat Roma on penalties.
      But Telles has not reported for pre-season with United and looks set to be sold this summer.
      Al-Nassr have already brought in Croatian midfielder Marcelo Brozovic this summer.
      The midfielder arrived fresh from reaching the Champions League final with Inter Milan.
      But their hopes of signing Hakim Ziyech fell through when he reportedly failed a medical and then refused a major pay cut.
      However, Al-Nassr were hit with a ban on registering new players by Fifa after refusing to pay £390,000 in add-ons they owe Leicester City for Ahmed Musa, who left the Foxes in 2018.
      And their pre-season woes took another hit when Ronaldo’s side were stuffed 5-0 in a friendly against Celta Vigo.
      Cristiano Ronaldo is the standout star at Al-NassrCredit: Getty
      Ronaldo and Telles were team-mates at Old TraffordCredit: Reuters More

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      Ryan Giggs’ girlfriend Zara Charles is seen smiling after former Man Utd ace is cleared of domestic abuse

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      RYAN Giggs’ girlfriend has been spotted smiling after the ex-footballer’s retrial collapsed today.Zara Charles was pictured popping out to grab coffee this afternoon in Greater Manchester.
      Zara Charles was pictured smiling after Ryan Giggs’ retrial collapsedCredit: Zenpix
      The footballer had been due to face a retrial later this monthCredit: Reuters
      The model looked casual in a cream knitted top and black leggings, with her long blonde hair pinned back by a pair of sunglasses.
      It came after prosecutors today dropped a retrial against Giggs, which was due to take place on July 31.
      The former Man Utd ace, 48, was accused of assaulting Kate Greville, 36, at his £1.7million home in Worsley, Greater Manchester, on November 1, 2020.
      He was also charged with attacking her sister Emma Greville on the same date and controlling or coercive behaviour against Kate over a three-year period.
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      Prosecutor Peter Wright KC told Manchester Crown Court they were formally offering no evidence.
      Speaking after the decision, Giggs’ lawyer said he was “deeply relieved” after “fighting throughout” for three years to clear his name.
      He added: “He will now seek to rebuild his life as an innocent man”.
      Giggs and Zara have rarely been seen in public together as the retrial loomed over the former Wales manager.
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      In May, the couple were pictured enjoying the sunshine as Giggs visited a hairdresser.
      They were also spotted attending Salford’s League Two defeat to Leyton Orient in April.
      Zara was pictured picking up coffees in ManchesterCredit: Zenpix
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      Rashford’s ex-fiancee Lucia Loi breaks silence after split from Man Utd star as England Wags gather round her in support

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      LUCIA LOI has broken her silence following her break-up with Marcus Rashford.The Manchester United hitman was set to tie the knot with the business graduate after getting engaged last May.
      Marcus Rashford recently separated from long-time girlfriend Lucia LoiCredit: GETTY
      The pair got engaged last year but ended their relationshipCredit: INSTAGRAM@LUCIALOI
      Loi went on a social media blackout shortly after the break upCredit: INSTAGRAM@LUCIALOI
      But the 25-year-old has returned to Instagram with a bangCredit: INSTAGRAM @lucialoi
      But SunSuport exclusively revealed that childhood sweethearts broke up in June after their relationship “ran its course.”
      Loi, 25, went on a social media blackout not long after they went their separate ways – but she’s now back on Instagram.
      Along with a selfie herself, the brunette wrote: “I’ve risen from the social media grave and starting new.”
      Loi was a regular supporter of Rashford while he was away on England duty, cheering him on at the 2018 World Cup and Euro 2020.
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      She struck up friendships with wives and girlfriends of Rashford’s Three Lions team-mates, many of whom were quick to comment on her comeback post.
      Luke Shaw’s girlfirend Anouska Santos commented: “Oh and I’m here for it my princess xxxxx.”
      Along with a string of love-heart emoji, Jack Grealish’s other half Sasha Attwood wrote: “Yayyy.”
      Delle Alli’s girlfriend Ruby Mae also chimed in, leaving three fire emojis on Loi’s post.
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      Lucia Loi has received scores of messages of support since her separation from Marcus RashfordCredit: INSTAGRAM@LUCIALOI
      Loi and Rashford were childhood sweetheartsCredit: GETTY
      Scores of Loi’s 173,000 followers also commented, with one saying: “Prettiest.”
      Another said: “She’s back and better than ever.”
      And another said: “Love that for you girl.”
      One remarked: “Wooooo – the best.”
      Another chimed in: “Here she isss.”
      Marcus Rashford is on the verge of signing a bumper new deal with Manchester UnitedCredit: PA
      Loi’s Instagram only boasts THREE posts – one of which was her and a pal enjoying Wimbledon and the other of her on holiday in Sri Lanka.
      Her page used to include several snaps of Rashford but they have since gone following their separation.
      Rashford, 25, is on the verge of penning a bumper new five-year deal with boyhood climb Manchester United.
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      Ex-Man Utd star David de Gea ‘set for instant and very lucrative return to football’ after being released by Red Devils

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      DAVID DE GEA could be set for an instant return to football after being released by Manchester United this month.The Spanish stopper was the club’s highest earner on £375,000-a-week but United did not renew his deal after setting their sights on Andre Onana.
      De Gea could be set to join a Saudi side, according to reportsCredit: AFP
      According to the Daily Star though, De Gea could be set to DOUBLE his salary following ‘lucrative’ offers from Saudi clubs this summer.
      A reunion with Cristiano Ronaldo could be on the cards with Al-Nassr being one of the interested parties.
      However the Riyadh based club are currently on a transfer ban owing to outstanding payments – opening the door for other Saudi sides to swoop.
      De Gea initially looked set to extend his stay at United – with the stopper being willing to accept a paycut to fight for his place.
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      But with an agreement near, United withdrew the offer, leading to De Gea walking away from negotiations and ending his 12 year association with the club.
      United had initially looked at Everton keeper Jordan Pickford as De Gea’s replacement but baulked at the Toffees’ £70million price tag.
      The club then turned their sights to Onana – and are close to completing a £47m move with the keeper undergoing a medical later this week.
      De Gea leaves United as their most-capped goalkeeper in history having made 545 appearances.
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      He won six major titles with United, winning the Premier League in 2013 and the Europa League in 2017.
      Following De Gea through the exit door could be now former captain Harry Maguire.
      Maguire confirmed yesterday that he had been stripped of the United captaincy – with manager Erik Ten Hag no longer seeing him as a reliable first-team option.
      He confirmed in a social media post that he was “extremely disappointed” with Ten Hag’s decision.
      West Ham are understood to be the front runners for Maguire’s signature – but potential buyers are being put off by United’s demands of a £50m fee.
      SunSport reported yesterday that Chelsea have joined West Ham, Tottenham and Newcastle in the race for Maguire’s signature. More

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      Five candidates for Man Utd captaincy after Erik ten Hag axes Harry Maguire including Casemiro and Marcus Rashford

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are looking for a new captain ahead of the coming season.Maguire revealed United manager Erik ten Hag stripped him of the armband.
      Harry Maguire has been stripped of the Manchester United captain’s armbandCredit: AP
      Bruno Fernandes is the favourite for the armband after filling in for MaguireCredit: Getty
      SunSport understands the centre-back was left “angry, shocked and upset” when Ten Hag informed him at the training ground on Sunday.
      In fact, the England international may be ready to quit the Red Devils after that development.
      West Ham, Tottenham and Newcastle are keen on the 30-year-old, while Chelsea are also considering entering the race.
      Ten Hag will now have to find a new captain for his team, and SunSport take you through the five likeliest candidates to succeed Maguire…
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      Bruno Fernandes
      We kick off the list with the likeliest candidate as Bruno Fernandes filled in for Harry Maguire last season.
      Fernandes hit the ground running at Manchester United almost immediately when he joined from Sporting Lisbon in 2020.
      The playmaker has also proven to be very vocal as he is never shy to speak out and discipline his team-mates.

      Marcus Rashford
      Marcus Rashford was United’s best player last season with 30 goals and 11 assists in 56 appearances.
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      This is turning out to be a dream career for the local boy and fan favourite, who has been with the Red Devils since the age of eight.
      No one else in the squad understands the club and its values more than its own star forward.
      And the England international is ready to sign a new five-year contract with the club.
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      Marcus Rashford is set to sign a new contract with Manchester UnitedCredit: PA
      Casemiro
      Casemiro knows better than anyone else at Old Trafford how to win major honours.
      The midfielder has amassed a staggering three LaLiga titles, one Copa del Rey cup and five Champions League trophies – all from his nine-year stint at Real Madrid.
      The 31-year-old has plenty of experience from top-level football and knows what it takes to help United return to the top.
      Casemiro has a lot of experience winning major honours with Real MadridCredit: Getty
      Raphael Varane
      Raphael Varane has also experienced tremendous success, having also spent 10 years at Real.
      Varane won three LaLiga titles, one Copa del Rey cup and four Champions League trophies.
      The centre-back has also reached the top on international level with France having won the 2018 World Cup and the 2021 Nations League.
      Raphael Varane has won major honours at club and international levelCredit: Getty
      Lisandro Martinez stood out last season at Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      Lisandro Martinez
      Lisandro Martinez stood out last season despite many pundits doubting his potential due to his 5ft 9in frame, which is considered short for a centre-back.
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      However, Martinez made them eat their words with some dominant performances as he amassed 45 appearances and formed a powerful duo with Varane.
      United will have to show more hustle and fight this coming season, and the Argentina international knows all about that. More

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      Rashford ‘agrees new Man Utd contract after rejecting Premier League rivals who offered him MORE than £375k-a-week’

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      MARCUS RASHFORD is set to sign a new five-year contract with Manchester United.SunSport previously told you that Rashford will become the club’s top earner after being offered £375,000-per-week by the Red Devils.
      Marcus Rashford has agreed a new five-year deal with Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      The Athletic now claim that he has reached an agreement with the club on a new long-term deal.
      Rashford had been approached by clubs in England and Europe after entering the final year of his £200,000-per-week United deal.
      However, he has instead chosen to reject those lucrative advances to remain at his boyhood club.
      The report reveals that he has reached an agreement in principle with United over a new five-year contract.
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      He had been in talks with the club for a considerable period, with negotiations now said to be at their final stage.
      Rashford’s decision to stay at Old Trafford over moving elsewhere for more money is understood to come from his dream of winning major honours with the club.

      The 25-year-old won the Carabao Cup with Erik ten Hag’s side last season, adding to his previous triumphs which include the Europa League and FA Cup.
      His new deal comes at the start of a week that is set to see United finalise the signing of goalkeeper Andre Onana.
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      United have finally agreed a fee with Inter Milan for the Cameroon international, who is seen as the replacement for David de Gea.
      It is now hoped that the transfer can be completed in time for Onana to join his new team-mates on their tour of the USA.
      The United squad are set to jet off for their pre-season trip following a friendly against Lyon on Wednesday. More