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    Man Utd forgotten man Eric Bailly ‘agrees personal terms with Besiktas’ as he closes in on transfer

    MANCHESTER UNITED defender Eric Bailly is closing in on a move to Besiktas, according to reports.The 29-year-old has been heavily linked with a move away from Old Trafford this summer.
    Bailly has agreed personal terms with BesiktasCredit: Getty

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    Erik ten Hag has been eager to cash-in on him following his underwhelming loan spell with Marseille.
    And according to Fabrizio Romano, the defender could be set to leave sooner rather than later.
    Bailly has agreed personal terms with Besiktas ahead of a proposed transfer.
    The Turkish giants are now set to hold talks with Man Utd as they look to agree a transfer fee.
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    Former Liverpool and Arsenal star Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain is also expected to join Besiktas this summer.
    Bailly joined the Red Devils in a £30million transfer from Villarreal in 2016.
    He has since made 113 appearances for the club.
    The defender spent this season on loan at Marseille, but he was limited to just 23 appearances across all competitions.
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    The Ligue 1 side had no intention of triggering his £6m option to buy, so the Red Devils reportedly put him on the market for even less.
    Man Utd are now said to be willing to sell the Ivory Coast international for just £2m.
    Ten Hag has already introduced three new additions to his first team squad this summer.
    Mason Mount was first to join the club when he made a £60m switch from Chelsea last month.
    Andre Onana followed after completing a £47m transfer from Inter Milan.
    And Rasmus Hojlund became the latest addition to Ten Hag’s squad when he joined in a £72m move last week.
    However, there are now some concerns surrounding his fitness after it emerged that a hidden back injury will keep him sidelined for the first few weeks of the Premier League season. More

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    Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag avoids commenting on Mason Greenwood as star striker’s future hangs in the balance

    MAN Utd boss Erik ten Hag has today avoided commenting on Mason Greenwood as the star’s future hangs in the balance. The England striker hasn’t played for Utd since he was arrested for attempted rape, assault and coercive control in January last year.
    Erik ten Hag is today giving an update on Man UtdCredit: Getty
    It comes as Utd fans wait to hear what Mason Greenwood’s football future holdsCredit: Getty
    He was charged in October but the charges were dropped in February by the Crown Prosecution Service.
    The Man Utd boss this afternoon gave an update on the club, with eager fans waiting to hear what the future holds for Greenwood.
    However, ten Hag did not comment on the suspended striker – nor was he asked about him.
    The club is expected to soon make a decision on his future and it was today revealed why the announcement was being delayed.
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    Utd manager ten Hag spoke about the team’s first game of the season against Wolves on Monday night, as well as saying Harry Kane’s impending move to Bayern Munich was a “miss for the Premier League”.
    He added: “We are very confident but also I want to mention pre-season doesn’t say anything, it’s friendly football.
    “Though I never take a game as a friendly, it’s friendly in the sense of going.
    “In the league, going for the points it’s a different approach for both teams.
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    “We are ready to go for the fight, the team is really energetic and we worked really good for pre-season and we go for it.”
    The United boss also said the club was happy with their new striker Rasmus Højlund.
    He said: “First of all, we have chosen a striker and we are really happy with our choice.
    “He’s [Kane] a great striker, clear, a goal maker and apart from that he has all the conditions and abilities what you want to see in a striker. It’s a miss for the Premier League, absolutely.”
    It comes after The Sun revealed snaps on Tuesday of Greenwood looking relaxed as he trained on a public pitch.
    His dad and coach, Andrew Greenwood, instructed him and cradled the player’s newborn as he ran through shooting drills with pals.
    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.
    It comes as manager ten Hag and the majority of the first team have suggested they were open to the idea of bringing the footballer 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.
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    “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.” More

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    Blow for Mason Greenwood as Man Utd release provisional squad numbers list… and he’s NOT on it

    MASON Greenwood has suffered a blow as Man United release their provisional squad numbers list – and he’s NOT on it. The striker, 21, has been suspended by the Premier League club since January 2022 and not kicked a ball for them since his arrest.
    Mason Greenwood has suffered a blow as Man United release their provisional squad numbers list – and he’s NOT on itCredit: AFP
    Greenwood was later charged with attempted rape, assault and controlling and coercive behaviour, before the charges were dropped in February by the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS).
    And Utd are expected to make their decision on his future in the coming days.
    Greenwood could have his contract terminated, be put back into the first team, loaned out or sold.
    It comes after The Sun revealed snaps on Tuesday of Greenwood looking relaxed as he trained on a public pitch.
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    His dad and coach, Andrew Greenwood, instructed him and cradled the player’s newborn as he ran through shooting drills with pals.
    And today the club released provisional squad numbers for the new season.
    Football fans are convinced the baller has already made a decision on his football future.
    Speculation online is growing with fans suspecting the player will move to the Jamaican national team after he was spotted in the kit.
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    It comes as a row over Greenwood’s future at the club was sparked.
    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.
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    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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    2. Victor Lindelof
    5. Harry Maguire
    6. Lisandro Martinez
    7. Mason Mount
    8. Bruno Fernandes
    9. Anthony Martial
    10. Marcus Rashford
    12. Tyrell Malacia
    14. Cristian Eriksen
    16. Amad Diallo
    17. Fred
    18. Casemiro
    19. Raphael Varane
    20. Diogo Dalot
    21. Antony
    22. Tom Heaton (Goalkeeper)
    23. Luke Shaw
    24. Andre Onana (Goalkeeper)
    25. Jadon Sancho
    26. Dean Henderson (Goalkeeper)
    28. Facundo Pellistri
    29. Aaron Wan-Bissaka
    33. Brandon Williams
    34. Donny van de Beek
    37. Kobbie Mainoo
    39. Scott McTominay
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    Fenerbahce launch £13m bid for Fred but Man Utd star could make Premier League transfer instead

    FENERBAHCE have submitted an official bid to Manchester United for their Brazilian midfielder Fred.Fenerbahce’s £13million bid for Fred could be accepted as Man United have decided to sell him this summer.
    Fred has made over 200 appearances for Man Utd since joining in 2018Credit: AFP

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    The 30-year-old has been on Erik ten Hag’s departure list this summer – as he continues to rebuild his midfield.
    United value Fred slightly higher than £13m, but they will be happy to get things moving with the end of the transfer window nearing.
    Ten Hag will want to cash in on Fred to help fund new arrivals.
    West Ham have recently agreed a £30m fee for United and England centre-back Harry Maguire.
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    United could combine these funds and finally bid for their top midfield target this summer Sofyan Amrabat.
    The Red Devils were reportedly ‘closing in’ on the Morrocan international ahead of European giants PSG and Athletico Madrid.
    According to Fabrizio Romano, the 26-year-old has said ‘yes’ to Man United and wants the move.
    United will send the bid as soon as either Fred or Donny Van de Beek leaves.
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    Fenerbahce looked to have got ahead of Fulham who were the first to express interest.
    The West London side have reportedly restarted talks with United after a first bid was rejected earlier this summer.
    Fulham have been active this transfer window signing Raul Jimenez from Wolves and 22-year-old centre back Calvin Bassey from Ajax.
    Fred could reunite with his fellow Brazilian team-mate Andreas Pereira who made 33 appearances for Fulham last season. More

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    Man Utd include Bayern Munich defender Benjamin Pavard on four-man shortlist to replace West Ham-bound Harry Maguire

    MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly eyeing Bayern Munich star Benjamin Pavard as they hunt for a replacement for Harry Maguire.Maguire’s Old Trafford is finally about to end after United agreed a £30million deal with West Ham on Wednesday.
    Jean-Clair Todibo is on Man United’s shortlist to replace Harry MaguireCredit: AFP
    Edmond Tapsoba is out of contract next summerCredit: Getty
    Marc Guehi is among the recent list, but may be too expensive to persue for UnitedCredit: Reuters
    And Pavard’s name is on a four-man list earmarked to replace the England defender, according to the Mail Online.
    The versatile defender has been on United’s shortlist since the winter transfer window of last season.
    And, with one year left on his current contract, United may be able to recruit the World Cup-winner on an affordable deal and he is said to be “keen” on leaving.
    Jean-Clair Todibo, Edmond Tapsoba and Crystal Palace defender Marc Guehi are the other options reportedly in Ten Hag’s notebook.
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    Tapsoba, 24, is out of contract next summer which is another key factor for United to explore.
    But his club, German side Bayer Leverkusen, will not be willing to let him go cheap.
    Todibo has excelled at Nice since an £8.5m move from Barcelona in 2021.
    The centre-half, 23, has also attracted interest from Juventus this summer but the Italians were put off by his £35m price-tag.
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    While that could seem cheap compared to Guehi, who would come at a premium from Palace having received four England caps in the last year.
    Without Maguire, United are left with Raphael Varane, Lisandro Martinez and Victor Lindelof to play in the centre of defence, while Luke Shaw filled in on occasion last season.
    Eric Bailly remains on the books having returned from his loan at Marseille.
    While Jonny Evans is also still with the squad having signed a short-term deal foe pre-season.
    The veteran, 35, could stay on as an efficient short-term option as the club look for a younger alternative. More

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    Mystery team behind Mason Greenwood’s football comeback revealed as Man Utd striker seen training in park

    MASON Greenwood ‘s mystery trainer has been revealed as a professional football coach specialising in goal scoring.The Man Utd striker, 21, was yesterday spotted practising shooting in a private session as he plots his comeback.
    Mason Greenwood took part in a private training session overseen by a personal trainer
    Greenwood hasn’t touched a ball for the team since he was arrested for attempted rape, assault and coercive control last January.
    The charges against him were dropped in February but the footballer remains suspended by Utd.
    As a result, he has taken to practising his skills at public training grounds as opposed to the team’s base at Carrington.
    It can now be revealed the star was joined in training by Ben Mangan, who describes himself as an “individual professional football coach”.
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    Mangan counts Greenwood’s ex-teammate Anthony Elanga among his clients, as well as Utd youngster Kobbie Mainoo.
    The coach, who has also shared a picture of Greenwood on his site, offers both individual training in 75 minute sessions and partner or group training.
    He claims to be a specialist in attacking and goal scoring and charges between £105 and £150 per session.
    Greenwood was also joined by his dad and manager Andrew, who instructed the striker as he ran through shooting drills.
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    Andrew was seen holding his baby granddaughter, who Greenwood’s partner Harriet Robson gave birth to last month.
    It is understood Utd have drawn up the striker’s training programmes and are monitoring his progress.
    But while he is suspended, Greenwood is instead being put through his paces by personal coaches rather than the team’s own staff.
    He was previously seen training with Elanga and Irish star James Abankwah, 19, who plays for Italian side Udinese.
    The trio posed up for a picture together after the session in Dubai last month.
    Greenwood has remained “in limbo” about his future at Utd 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.
    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 visit the Man Utd The Religion YouTube page.
    Greenwood has been taking part in private sessions while suspended from Utd
    The star’s dad and baby joined in on the practice
    Greenwood hasn’t trained with Utd since his arrestCredit: Getty
    His fate at the club remains uncertainCredit: AFP
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    West Ham AGREE £30m transfer fee with Man Utd for Harry Maguire as England star to end Old Trafford hell

    WEST HAM have agreed a £30million transfer fee for Harry Maguire. The Hammers have chased the England defender all summer after Maguire was stripped of the Manchester United captaincy.
    West Ham have agreed a £30million transfer fee for Harry MaguireCredit: PA
    He has been deemed surplus to requirements by Old Trafford boss Erik ten Hag.
    Chelsea and Tottenham have been linked with Maguire but West Ham were always frontrunners for the centre-half.
    And according to Sky Sports, they have an agreement in principle with United in a deal worth in the region of £30m.
    It is added that personal terms will not be an issue despite Maguire’s reported wages of around £190,000 per week.
    As revealed by SunSport, David Moyes was left confident Maguire wanted a move to the London Stadium.
    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.
    But they were considering the £30m bid for Maguire, which is near their valuation of £35m.
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    SunSport understands that Maguire has spoken with 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.
    The defender 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.
    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.
    The Hammers have also seen City express an interest in Lucas Paqueta. More

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    Watch ex-Man Utd starlet Charlie Savage score free-kick worldie in Carabao Cup.. and Reading fans love his celebration

    CHARLIE SAVAGE sealed a worldie with a kiss that wowed Reading fans.Supporters loved the ex-Manchester United midfielder showing passion dad Robbie would be proud of in a 4-0 Carabao Cup romp at Millwall.

    Charlie Savage has made an instant impact with Reading supportersCredit: Rex
    The Wales Under-21 star lit up his second game after switching from Old Trafford to the League One newcomers with a free-kick rocket.
    Championship side Millwall even put up a wall of seven men – well, four players together, a small gap, then three more team-mates linking arms.
    But Leicester-born Savage, 20, whipped a left-footer over them and into the near top corner, killing off the contest at 3-0.
    Away fans rushed down the terraces to celebrate – but if anything they enjoyed what came next more.
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    Savage raced over to supporters, skidded to the ground with his arms raised wide and kissed the club badge on his shirt.
    The former Forest Green Rovers loan star was mobbed by team-mates on the pitch and marvelled at by fans online.
    He even joined supporters in tweeting a clip of his goal.
    Savage added the words: “First goal for the club (TICK), 4-0 win (TICK). Thanks for the amazing support @ReadingFC fans.
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    One Royals’ follower responded: “Kissing the badge already 🙂 @charliesavage84. Legend in the making?”
    “What a feeling!” said another, and “Take a bow,” suggested a third.
    Other responses included: “Big up Charlie” and “Happy for the lad”.
    And there was no way the goal itself would be lost on admiring viewers.
    Verdicts full of awe came in, such as: “That’s Savage from Charlie!” and “That cultured left foot”.
    And having also shone in an opening-day 1-0 loss to Peterborough, Savage might so far be happy at departing Old Trafford for regular football.
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