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      Man Utd takeover LIVE: PSG chief holds talks Glazers over sale, Chelsea fans ‘keen’ on Mount exit, Harry Kane updates

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      PSG president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has reportedly played a significant role in the talks for Qatari royal Sheikh Jassim to buy Manchester United.The takeover of Man Utd is now down to a two-horse race including Sheikh Jassim and British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe.
      Meanwhile, Chelsea fans are keen to cash in on Manchester United target Mason Mount after identifying youngster Cesare Casadei as the “next Frank Lampard.”
      And United have received a transfer boost after Real Madrid lined up an alternative to Harry Kane.
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      Price set for Frimpong
      Bayer Leverkusen have set a price for Man Utd target Jeremie Frimpong, according to Sky Sports.
      Attacking right back scored nine goals and notched 11 assists in the Bundesliga.
      Ten Hag is said to be a big fan, but will face competition from Bayern Munich and Barcelona.
      Al-Khelaïfi declartes love for PSG
      Nasser Al-Khelaïfi has revealed he will not be involved in anything to do with Man Utd in the event of a Qatar takeover.
      “Paris St-Germain is my club, in my heart. I have nothing to do with Manchester United”, told BBC
      “I am talking about anyone, not just Manchester United. I will give them the experience that I have. That’s it”.
      They stand Red-y
      Manchester United have been handed a major transfer boost as two top targets are interested in joining the club.
      United boss Erik ten Hag is keen on mounting a Premier League title charge next season but knows he needs a stronger squad to compete with rivals Manchester City.
      Atalanta star Rasmus Hojlund is keen on joining the Red Devils in the summer, according to the Mirror.
      The same source adds that Monaco ace Axel Disasi is also keen on switching to Old Trafford.
      Well I Nev-er
      Manchester United legend Phil Neville has joined Canada’s national team as part of John Herdman’s coaching staff after he was sacked by Inter Miami.
      Neville was relieved of his duties by fellow United great and club owner David Beckham with Inter sitting bottom of MLS’ Eastern Conference.
      The former England women’s manager has jumped straight back into work, accepting an offer to work with Herdman.
      The 46-year-old joins Canada’s backroom team alongside former Millwall ace Richard Shaw.
      Credit: Getty
      David’s De-cision time
      Manchester United star David de Gea is contemplating his future, while on holiday.
      De Gea will officially become a free agent at the end of the month despite the club’s best efforts to tie him down to a new deal.
      A new four-year contract, which included a massive pay cut, is understood to have been on the cards for the goalkeeper, who is using his summer holiday to weigh up his next move.
      The 32-year-old shared a video of himself wading through crystal-clue water to his Twitter and Instagram with the following caption: “Relax. Recharge. Contemplate.”
      Haard pass for Man Utd
      Manchester United legend Dwight Yorke wouldn’t have Manchester City superstar Erling Haaland in the 1999 Treble-winning team.
      Yorke said: “People try to compare the teams. We were more physical, we had better players. You can’t tell me they have better than Paul Scholes and Roy Keane. Maybe Kevin De Bruyne would get into our midfield.
      “But no defender on the planet would want to face Ryan Giggs at his very best. He was a class act. Look at David Beckham and his delivery of a ball. Yes, Erling Haaland is unique but the way we played and the formation we played in, I wouldn’t swap him for what we had.
      “We had a great combination with myself and Andy Cole. Don’t get me wrong, it is an incredible feat what he has done. Scoring 52 goals in 52 appearances with a game still to go is something else. But I still would take my combination with Andy.
      “Also, I would put my money on Jaap Stam handling Haaland and behind him we had the best goalkeeper in the world at the time in Peter Schmeichel.”
      Federico Chiesa chase
      Manchester United have been handed a transfer boost in their pursuits of Juventus star Federico Chiesa, who has made a huge decision on his future with the club.
      According to Corriere dello Sport, Chiesa is open to the idea of joining a new team in the summer.
      The news comes as a boost to United and Liverpool’s hopes of signing the 25-year-old as they are again linked with a move.
      The winger is said to be “unhappy” at Juve as he does not feel at the “centre of the project”.
      Reports have stated Liverpool lead the race for the Italy international’s signature alongside Newcastle, with Bayern Munich also interested.
      Chiesa is now expected to be available for around £30million, two years after the Merseysiders failed with a £100m offer.
      Credit: Rex
      Back from the Red
      Manchester United fans might be wondering how three of their rejects have managed to stand out with Inter Milan today.
      So where did it all go wrong for Romelu Lukaku, 30, Matteo Darmian, 33, and Henrikh Mkhitaryan, 34, at Old Trafford?
      Still short of a No 9, United could do with Lukaku at his best but his time at the club came to an inauspicious end at a cricket ground in Perth before Ole Gunnar Solskjaer could get him out.
      Mkhitaryan left many fans just as baffled as he failed to convince ex-manager Jose Mourinho right from the start, despite the Special One making him a £30million signing in the summer of 2016.
      Darmian spent four years at United after a £12.9m move from Torino in 2015 and had a great start as he was named the club’s player of the month for August.
      But the full-back moved to Parma for £1.4m in 2019, then joined Inter the following season — initially on loan.
      Not Inter it
      Paul Ince hated it at Inter Milan when he first moved to Italy, the Manchester United legend told SunSport’s Charlie Wyett.
      Ince told SunSport: “The move came as a bit of a shock as I had already been at Manchester United for six years. I was negotiating a contract for another four years. Then the club accepted a £7.5million bid from Inter Milan. It wasn’t the move I wanted.
      “When we landed there were loads of press, fans. This bloke came up and said, ‘Mr Ince, are you married? A lot of players often return home with an Italian woman as they are all so beautiful’.
      “My wife Claire was with me and was upset as soon as we arrived at the airport — so it was not a good start! We could not find a place to stay, either. They showed us a couple of terrible apartments and then I started to have second thoughts about the whole move.
      “Then, they put us in a beautiful hotel on Lake Como and we stayed there two or three months. For the first few weeks it was a struggle. The manager Ottavio Bianchi was playing me on the left wing. We went to Torino for a game, we had not started the season well, and were 2-0 down at half-time.
      “Massimo Moratti, the Inter president, came down at half-time and went bananas. I told my team-mate Massimo Paganin, who spoke good English, ‘Can you tell the president I had six years at Manchester United in central midfield and you are not getting the best out of me’.
      “The president listened, told the manager to put me in midfield and we drew the game 2-2. By Monday, the president had fired the manager and brought in Roy Hodgson, that is when things changed and improved for me.”
      Declan Rice alternative
      Bayern Munich appear to have found an alternative to West Ham superstar Declan Rice.
      Manchester United have been previously linked with Rice, who has also been eyed by Bayern.
      However, there is now hope that the Bundesliga champions are out of the race for the midfielder after they completed the free signing of Konrad Laimer from RB Leipzig.
      Laimer has signed a four-year deal at the Allianz Arena and will aim to help the Bavarians win a 12th consecutive title.
      All gone Ron
      Manchester United legend and Al-Nassr superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has been pipped to a spot in the Saudi Pro League team of the season by Odion Iglaho.
      Ronaldo’s Saudi move did not pan out well, as the team dropped out of first place and missed out on the title to Karim Benzema’s new club Al-Ittihad.
      Ronaldo, 38, himself did impress as he registered 14 goals and two assists in 19 appearances for Al-Nassr.
      But it was not enough to earn the five-time Ballon d’Or winner a spot in the Team of the Season.

      Everton target Man Utd flop
      Everton boss Sean Dyche has made Manchester United flop Wout Weghorst his main summer transfer target, reports SunSport’s Charlie Patrick.
      Dyche signed Weghorst at Burnley, who still owns him, and is now “desperate” to be reunited with him at Goodison Park after his Old Trafford loan stint comes to an end on June 30.
      And Weghorst, who won’t stay with the Red Devils, is said to be keen on a reunion.
      Our source told SunSport: “Wout would like to stay in England, is settled in the North West and has a huge amount of respect for Sean Dyche.
      “He credits him for bringing him to the Premier League and is excited at the prospect of playing a part in the rebuild at Everton.”
      Real go for bargain
      Real Madrid are “set to offer a shockingly low transfer bid” to Tottenham for Harry Kane in the summer transfer window.
      Manchester United have made Kane one of their summer priorities as his future remains uncertain.
      However, it has now emerged that Real are leading the race for the star striker after losing Karim Benzema to Al-Ittihad.
      According to Marca, however, after the arrival of Endrick – and with hopes of a move for Erling Haaland and Kylian Mbappe being lined-up for 2025 – Los Blancos are reluctant to break the bank for a player who turns 30 next month.
      Therefore, the same source claims the Madrid giants are willing to make a bid of around £68million for the England captain.
      Chelsea fans on Mount
      Chelsea fans are keen to cash in on Manchester United target Mason Mount after identifying youngster Cesare Casadei as the “next Frank Lampard.”
      Mount is edging towards an exit after refusing to sign a new deal, with United leading the race.
      But the Red Devils are reluctant to meet the Blues’ £70million price tag, with talks now at an impasse.
      Both parties now face an anxious wait over the playmaker’s future, but fans feel their club should cash in quickly for a cheaper figure because they already have a ready-made replacement.
      Casadei, 20, joined the West Londoners from Inter Milan last summer and spent the season on loan at Reading.
      The Italian sensation is now shining at the U20s World Cup, becoming the tournament’s top scorer with seven goals so far.
      Al-Khelaifi involved in takeover
      Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has played a significant role in talks surrounding Manchester United’s takeover by a group fronted by Qatari royal Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al-Thani.
      The ongoing saga is now down to a two-horse race including Sheikh Jassim and British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
      The Qatari businessman’s team initially consulted Al-Khelaifi for advice on United’s valuation, with the Glazer family demanding £6.4billion for the club.
      Accoridng to The Athletic, however, the PSG boss was recently contacted by the Red Devils’ unpopular owners, who wanted him to talk Sheikh Jassim in to increasing his offer.
      Al-Khelaifi, who is acting as an adviser for Sheikh Jassim, has met the Glazers and Raine Group, the American bank that is conducting the sale, to discuss the takeover.
      However, several English teams now want the Premier League to investigate the source of funds.
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      Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has played a significant role in Sheik Jassim’s takeover of Manchester United, The Athletic have revealed.
      The report reveals Al-Khelaifi was contacted for advice by Sheik Jassim’s bid, before the Glazer family contacted him about increasing the Sheik’s offer.
      Several Premier League clubs now want to investigate the source of the funds.
      The Athletic have also revealed that Erik ten Hag’s tenacity has triggered a new strategy from United in trying to get deals done early.
      United were handed a boost in the chase for Declan Rice after West Ham lined up their replacement in Edson Alvarez, but with his heart set on Arsenal this may be arbitrary.
      Elsewhere, United could now make a move for Federico Chiesa after reports emerged revealing he is unhappy at Juventus.
      The winger is disgruntled at not feeling at the “centre of the project” in Turin and could go for as little as £30million.
      Scott McTominay is a target for Newcastle, according to the Daily Mail, who say the Scot is one of four targets who they are aiming to sign in a £75m budget.
      In terms of the stars United currently have on their cards, transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has reported Victor Lindelof will NOT be sold by club.
      It comes following a string of impressive displays towards the end of the season.
      However, Harry Maguire is reportedly reluctant to leave Old Trafford behind.
      Class of 92 member Phil Neville is back in work as part of John Herdman’s staff in the Canadian National Team after being sacked from his Head Coach position at Inter Miami.
      Dwight Yorke does not believe Erling Haaland would make it into the United’s 1999 Treble-winning team.
      In an exclusive interview with SunSport, he said: “People try to compare the teams.
      “We were more physical, we had better players. You can’t tell me they have better than Paul Scholes and Roy Keane. Maybe Kevin De Bruyne would get into our midfield.”
      Good morning Man Utd fans
      Paris Saint-Germain president Nasser Al-Khelaifi has played a significant role in Sheik Jassim’s takeover of Manchester United, The Athletic have revealed.
      The report reveals Al-Khelaifi was contacted for advice by Sheik Jassim’s bid, before the Glazer family contacted him about increasing the Sheik’s offer.
      Several Premier League clubs now want to investigate the source of the funds.
      The Athletic have also revealed that Erik ten Hag’s tenacity has triggered a new strategy from United in trying to get deals done early.
      United were handed a boost in the chase for Declan Rice after West Ham lined up their replacement in Edson Alvarez, but with his heart set on Arsenal this may be arbitrary.
      Elsewhere, United could now make a move for Federico Chiesa after reports emerged revealing he is unhappy at Juventus.
      The winger is disgruntled at not feeling at the “centre of the project” in Turin and could go for as little as £30million.
      Scott McTominay is a target for Newcastle, according to the Daily Mail, who say the Scot is one of four targets who they are aiming to sign in a £75m budget.
      In terms of the stars United currently have on their cards, transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has reported Victor Lindelof will NOT be sold by club.
      It comes following a string of impressive displays towards the end of the season.
      However, Harry Maguire is reportedly reluctant to leave Old Trafford behind.
      Class of 92 member Phil Neville is back in work as part of John Herdman’s staff in the Canadian National Team after being sacked from his Head Coach position at Inter Miami.
      Dwight Yorke does not believe Erling Haaland would make it into the United’s 1999 Treble-winning team.
      In an exclusive interview with SunSport, he said: “People try to compare the teams.
      “We were more physical, we had better players. You can’t tell me they have better than Paul Scholes and Roy Keane. Maybe Kevin De Bruyne would get into our midfield.”
      EXCLUSIVE: I hated it when I joined Inter from Man Utd
      Paul Ince is a flag-waving, patriotic Englishman who always backs Premier League teams in Europe.
      Yet Saturday’s Champions League final will be difficult. He is completely torn over who to support.
      Because as he watches Manchester City take on Inter Milan, the memories will come flooding back to Ince, who remains one of this country’s most successful exports to Italy.
      He said: “It is a difficult one for me. As an Englishman, I will always want English teams to do well but Inter has a massive place in my heart so I am divided.”
      Ince, 55, followed in the footsteps of stars like Paul Gascoigne, Trevor Francis and David Platt when he headed to Italy in 1995.
      You can read the full exclusive from Charlie Wyett HERE.
      EXCLUSIVE: Man Utd Treble winner says Haaland wouldn’t get into 99′ side
      It may not surprise you what Dwight Yorke thinks when asked to compare Pep Guardiola’s trophy machine to the Red Devils’ 1999 vintage.
      Yorke was top scorer with 29 goals that season, his first at Old Trafford, as they became the only English club to win the title, FA Cup and Champions League in an unforgettable campaign.
      And Yorke would not swap a single player for one of City’s — well, he might try and squeeze Kevin De Bruyne into the midfield.
      Yorke, 51, said: “People try to compare the teams.
      “We were more physical, we had better players. You can’t tell me they have better than Paul Scholes and Roy Keane.
      “Maybe Kevin De Bruyne would get into our midfield.”
      You can read the full Exclusive from Neil Custis HERE.
      Ronaldo OUT of Saudi TOTS
      Cristiano Ronaldo has been LEFT OUT of the Saudi Pro League Team of the Season.
      The 38-year-old has scored 14 goals in 16 league matches, however, his position in the lineup was instead taken by former Man Utd striker Odion Ighalo.
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      Man Utd send best wishes to former ace
      Manchester United have wished former striker Javier Hernandez a speedy recovery after he sustained an ACL tear in his right knee.
      The 35-year-old, affectionately nicknamed “the Little Pea”, faces six to nine months on the sideline.
      An LA Galaxy statement said: “Hernández will undergo surgery on a date to be determined to begin the rehabilitation process.”
      Man Utd sent their best wishes on Twiter
      Man Utd fans say goodbye to star
      Manchester United fans took to social media to say goodbye to David de Gea.
      It comes after the Spaniard posted a photo with the caption: “Relax. Recharge. Contemplate.”
      The goalkeeper’s contract is up at the end of the month. United want to keep him on reduced terms, but thus far there has been no agreement.
      But many fans have run out of patience following a string of high-profile errors.
      Responding to his post, one fan said: “Thanks for everything, Dave, but it’s time to say goodbye.”
      A second wrote: “New journeys at a new club ahead.”
      With a third adding: “Hopefully contemplating your future at United ending.”
      David de Gea posted this message
      Man Utd to make early in-roads
      Manchester United are reportedly aiming to get off to a quick start to the summer transfer window, all thanks to Erik ten Hag.
      United a known for being slow out of the blocks, but with the Dutch boss’ reported insistency to get deals done.
      According to The Athletic, his energy is central to the Red Devils’ new strategy.
      Newcastle want United academy graduate
      Newcastle reportedly want to sign Scott McTominay, but only if he is within budget.
      According to the Daily Mail, the Scot is a target alongside the likes of James Maddison, Moises Caicedo and Conor Gallagher.
      However, the report stipulates Newcastle have a budget of just £75million before player sales due to the restrictions of Financial Fair Play.
      Ex-star reveals stunning tattoo
      Ashley Young has revealed a stunning back tattoo.
      The former United star began the work while still at Old Trafford, with the 37-year-old finally finishing the ink work in Cheltenham.
      The artwork appears to show an adult alongside a child looking out at a football stadium.
      Underneath it reads: “Nothing or no one can hold you back when you realise the power you possess is limitless.”
      Alongside the image, he added the caption: “Thanks so much for finally finishing this wicked piece and thank you for having me @mollydoestattoos @paradise_cheltenham 💉🖋️🤘🏾❤️.”
      The stunning tattoo on his backCredit: INSTAGRAM/youngy_18
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      Major Mason Greenwood update as it’s revealed Man Utd manager Erik ten Hag wants him back in the squad

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      MANCHESTER United boss Erik ten Hag is willing to bring Mason Greenwood back into his squad.He has made it clear he is happy for the suspended striker, 21, to play again after charges of attempted rape, assault and controlling and coercive behaviour were dropped earlier this year.
      Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag is willing to bring Mason Greenwood back into his squad, pictured above in action for United in 2021Credit: PA
      The suspended striker, 21, had charges of attempted rape, assault and controlling and coercive behaviour dropped this year, pictured Mason out with his girlfriendCredit: Raw Image Ltd
      However a final decision is expected to be made by United’s owners, the Glazer family, within the next week after the conclusion of a club probe.
      A reinstatement would trigger a wave of controversy, with United’s women players calling for Greenwood to go earlier this year.
      The Sun understands most of his team-mates at Old Trafford would welcome him back into the dressing room if the club agrees.
      But Old Trafford executives who deal with sponsors and commercial deals remain concerned about the effect on the club if he plays for them again.
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      United bosses began an investigation into the circumstances which led to his arrest in January 2022 after a woman made a series of allegations against him.
      Greenwood, who is expecting a child with his partner, has spent 18 weeks waiting for a decision after key witnesses withdrew their evidence, leading to charges being dropped in February.
      A source said: “Mason was delighted to hear that the manager and most of his team-mates would welcome him back.
      “He firmly believes he is an innocent man and is very frustrated he’s not been able to play.
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      “He understands that the club have had to carry out an investigation, but he feels like his career is slipping by.
      “He and his team have made clear to United that they now want to know what is happening.
      “They have basically said, ‘sack him or back him’.
      “If they want to reintegrate him, then do so. If they want to sell him, then tell him.
      “And if they want to loan him out, then tell them so his team can find the best club for him.”
      Any return by Greenwood would spark major controversy.
      Earlier this year it was revealed that the Manchester United women’s team did not want him back.
      The feeling was said to be “strong” that he should be let go.
      Only three months ago, Natalie Burrell, founder of United Women’s Supporters’ Club, said she never wants to see him play for them again.
      She added: “United need to make a statement and letting him back would be the worst thing they could do.
      “It would set back our club in terms of what we’re trying to do with our women’s team and campaigns like Her Game Too, which aim to encourage women to play and watch football.
      “I don’t want to see him training, in a kit, or coming out at Old Trafford again. And I’m confident they won’t (let him).”
      Manchester United have already had contact with three Italian teams — Juventus, AC Milan and Inter Milan — about a possible loan move.
      It would see Greenwood retain his £75,000-a-week salary, with a possible option for the loan club to buy.
      Greenwood, who has one full cap for England, last kicked a ball for United in January 2022.
      He was arrested the same month after a woman made allegations of physical and sexual abuse on social media. United immediately suspended him on full pay.
      He was charged in October last year and was due to stand trial in November this year.
      Fans with shirts bearing his name were told they could exchange them for free and the club removed all Greenwood-related merchandise from its website and megastore.
      Nike also ended its multi-million pound sponsorship deal with him while EA Sports removed the player from its FIFA 22 video game.
      But the Crown Prosecution Service withdrew the case on February 2 after Greenwood’s alleged victim and a dozen more witnesses refused to co-operate.
      Greenwood hoped the move would leave him clear to start playing for United again. But the club instead immediately launched its own investigation.
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      Meanwhile, United are in the middle of a potential sale.
      The owners want £6billion and are currently weighing up two bids, from British billionaire businessman Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Qatari Sheikh Jassim.
      Erik Ten Hag has made it clear he is happy for Greenwood to play againCredit: PA
      But a final decision is expected to be made by United’s owners, the Glazer family, pictured above Joel Glazer with brothers Avram and Bryan in 2005Credit: Getty
      Timeline of twists and turns
      JAN 30 2022: Greenwood arrested on suspicion of rape and GBH after a woman posts videos of bruises and cuts on social media. He is suspended by Man U “until further notice”.
      JAN 31 2022: Striker is further arrested on suspicion of sexual assault.
      FEB 1 2022: Man U issue a “strong condemnation of violence of any kind”, adding £75,000-a-week Greenwood still suspended.
      FEB 2 2022: Ace freed on bail after three nights in custody.
      FEB 6 2022: Nike terminates multi-million-pound deal with him as video games axe him.
      OCT 15 2022: Greenwood is charged with attempted rape, coercive control and ABH.
      NOV 27, 2022: We reveal cops probing claims star broke bail terms by buying designer clothing for alleged victim.
      FEB 2 2023: All charges dropped after a dozen witnesses, including alleged victim, refuse to co-operate with CPS probe.
      MAR 17 2023: Ace reveals he is to marry his pregnant university student partner.
      APRIL 28 2023: We reveal ace has told pals he will “never play for Man United again” as internal probe continues. More

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      David de Gea reveals he is ‘contemplating’ with tweet from beach as Man Utd fans give him suggestion for future

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      DAVID DE GEA is contemplating his future with Manchester United – while taking in stunning holiday views.The Red Devils stopper will officially become a free agent at the end of the month – despite the club’s best efforts to tie him down to a new deal.
      David de Gea’s contract with Manchester United expires at the end of the monthCredit: REX
      The Spaniard has publicly revealed he’s contemplating his future with the Red Devils
      A new four-year contract, which included a massive pay cut, is understood to have been on the cards for the Spain international – who is using his summer holiday to weigh up his next move.
      The 32-year-old shared a video of himself wading through crystal-clue water to his Twitter and Instagram with the accompanying caption: “Relax. Recharge. Contemplate.”
      The Spaniard’s legion of followers – many of whom are United fans – were quick to comment, with one saying: “Contemplate Saudi Arabia, Dave.”
      Another said: “Thanks for everything, Dave, but it’s time to say goodbye.”
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      And another said: “New journeys at a new club ahead.”
      One chimed in: “Whatever you decide, we hope you’re happy in the end, you’ve been a great servant to this club over the years.”
      Another jumped to his De Gea’s defence by saying: “You deserve a retirement, Dave.
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      “You’ve done everything you could for the club.”
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      De Gea – who moved to Old Trafford in the summer of 2011 – is reportedly a summer target for multiple Saudi sides.
      But United boss Erik ten Hag is confident the long-time Red Devil will be at the club next season.
      Speaking after his penalty save on the final day of the Premier League season, the Dutchman said: “We want him to stay.
      “He wants to stay, we will find each other.
      Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag reckons De Gea will pen a new Old Trafford dealCredit: Getty
      “It shows you can progress, it was a great save, it’s a step up in his performance.
      “I think that it’s a symbol for our team during the season, good is not good enough, you have to do better.
      “It was a great save in the right moment of the game. We turned the game and we win the game.”
      United have, however, earmarked Brentford stopper David Raya as a potential replacement for the former Atletico Madrid man.
      But Ten Hag is said to have been put off by the £40million price tag the Bees have slapped on the 27-year-old. More

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      Man United consider sending Mason Greenwood out on loan to a European club for WHOLE of next season

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      MANCHESTER United are reportedly considering sending Mason Greenwood out on loan to a European club for the whole of next season.The young striker is still under an internal investigation by the club over charges of rape and assault that were dropped in February.
      Mason Greenwood could be spending a year on loan to a European clubCredit: AFP
      The striker hasn’t played for United since January 2022Credit: AFP
      Man United officials are said to be considering sending Greenwood out for an entire year, as their internal probe continues with several European teams showing interest.
      Mail Sport reports that the likely options are Italy, Spain and Turkey after the club stepped up their investigation into the 21-year-old.
      Last month, The Sun exclusively revealed that Juventus were keen to take on Greenwood – giving him a route back to top-level football.
      And the Italian club hope a long-term loan deal can be agreed this summer, while Milan and Roma are also keen on signing Greenwood.
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      It is unlikely the Bradford-born player will head to another Premiere League club.
      The footballer still has two years remaining on his £75,000-a-week contact and United fear they will struggle to attract a serious fee if they opted to sell.
      The club faces two options – either release the player following the probe if found to have brought the club into disrepute or send him overseas to allow time for further investigation.
      It provides United with a chance to gauge public reaction to the move and also to monitor Greenwood’s playing ability following his time away from football.
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      That makes a long-term loan his likeliest chance of a move, and that’s only as long as the club he joins agrees to cover his wages.
      The 21-year-old was suspended when the allegations were made against him in January of last year and he has not featured for United since.
      All merchandise bearing the No11’s name was axed from the official Utd site and teammates unfollowed him on Instagram.
      Greenwood was due to stand trial in November, 2023 after being accused of attempted rape, assault and coercive control.
      The Crown Prosecution dropped the charges, citing “a withdrawal of key witnesses and new material that came to light meant there was no longer a realistic prospect of conviction”.
      Greenwood could most likely be looking at a year-long move to Italy or SpainCredit: Getty More

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      Xavi brutally KOs talk of Neymar return in boost to Man Utd & Chelsea after striker ‘offered himself to old team’

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      XAVI has emphatically shut down any rumours of a Neymar return to Barcelona.The Brazilian winger, 31, had reportedly offered himself to Barca after Lionel Messi’s romantic return to the Nou Camp failed to come to fruition.
      Xavi was not impressed by the prospect of Neymar returning to BarcaCredit: EPA
      Neymar joined PSG for a world record fee in 2017Credit: Getty
      Messi, 35, instead joined MLS side Inter Miami on a contract that will see him earn £43million-a-year which equates to £830,000-a-week.
      But Xavi was quick to shut down any chance of a reunion with Neymar.
      Xavi was asked about the rumours that the Brazilian had offered himself to Barcelona by podcast Jijantes FC and said: “I’m surprised… he’s not in our plan.
      “I really like Ney as a friend, but we have different priorities.”
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      Neymar and Xavi were Barcelona team-mates with the two playing together from 2013 to 2015 before Xavi left for Qatari club Al Sadd.
      Both were key players in a Barca side that won the treble in 2015.
      Neymar left Barcelona for PSG in 2017 for a world record fee of £200m.
      It is not the first time the forward has offered to return to Barca after enduring a mixed spell during his time in Paris.
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      Despite winning 13 trophies at PSG he has never established himself as the star man of the team, and has instead been overshadowed by Kylian Mbappe and Messi.
      Last year, Neymar told Brazil legend Ronaldo on the Fenomenos Podcast that he “tried everything” to return to Barcelona in the summer of 2019.
      Xavi’s comments have shut down any last notion of a return to the Catalan club but the Brazilian has suitors in the form of Manchester United and Chelsea.
      French outlet L’Equipe claim negotiations have taken place between Neymar’s team and United with the forward’s preference being to join the Manchester club.
      And Chelsea owner Todd Boehly has long been a fan of Neymar, reportedly holding a meeting to sign him back in February. More

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      Five transfers Man Utd should make to become Premier League title contenders including Harry Kane and wantaway keeper

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are set to bolster their squad this summer as they eye a Premier League title challenge next season.Erik ten Hag has enjoyed a relatively successful first 12 months in charge of the Red Devils, ending their six-year wait for a trophy with the Carabao Cup and also returning them to the Champions League.
      Erik ten Hag will be hopingto add to his squad this summerCredit: Rex
      But they remain well adrift of neighbours Manchester City, finishing the campaign 14 points behind their local rivals.
      And it is widely accepted they will need to improve their side if they are to compete with Pep Guardiola’s men.
      So who could they poach this summer to close the gap to their counterparts from the blue side of the city?
      Here are five names linked with moves to Old Trafford that could help them mount a serious push for the title.
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      HARRY KANE
      Harry Kane is being heavily linked with a move away from Tottenham this summerCredit: Alamy
      Kane scored 30 Premier League goals this season in a poor Tottenham team
      Man Utd’s highest-profile target is Tottenham striker Harry Kane – who is expected to set them back around £100million.
      Spurs’ talisman, 29, is preparing to enter the final 12 months of his contract and has been heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford.
      But the Red Devils face tough competition from Real Madrid who are keen to sign him as their replacement for Karim Benzema.
      KIM MIN-JAE
      Kim Min-jae only joined Napoli at the beginning of the seasonCredit: Alamy
      Min-Jae was a huge part of Napoli’s title-winning side
      Napoli centre-back Kim Min-jae, 26, is being heavily linked with a move away from the Serie A champions .
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      Despite only joining the club in the summer for £15m from Fenerbahce, his £40m release clause becomes active on July 1.
      Man Utd are leading the race to sign him and are desperate for a centre-back to replace Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof – both of whom are expected to leave in the coming weeks.
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      NICOLO BARELLA
      Nicolo Barella remains one of the hottest midfield prospects in European footballCredit: Getty
      Nicolo Barella is wanted by several Premier League clubs
      Inter Milan midfielder Nicolo Barella is attracting widespread interest from the Premier League.
      The 26-year-old Italy international is thought to be another option Ten Hag is keen on alongside Mason Mount and Declan Rice.
      But United are one of FOUR English sides interested in the technically supreme star, with Man City, Liverpool and Newcastle also keeping tabs on him.
      AXEL DISASI
      Axel Disasi is another central defensive option for Man UtdCredit: Getty
      Axel Disasi could leave Monaco in search of Champions League football
      If both Maguire and Lindelof are to depart, Ten Hag will want another top quality central defender to back up Lisandro Martinez and Raphael Varane, even if Min-jae also joins.
      United have held “positive talks” with Monaco defender Axel Disasi, 25, who can play at centre-half and right-back.
      He is expected to leave the Ligue 1 side after they missed out on a place in the Champions League.
      DAVID RAYA
      David Raya is attracting interest from some Premier League giantsCredit: Getty
      David Raya is being heavily linked with a move away from Brentford
      Brentford’s impressive campaign has seen keeper David Raya catch the eyes of Premier League clubs.
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      David de Gea is out of contract this summer and it remains to be seen whether or not he will agree a new deal.
      But if the Spaniard is to depart, United are interested in replacing him with compatriot Raya, 27, who Tottenham are also keen on. More

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      Man Utd ‘close to completing surprise transfer for France World Cup star in under-the-radar £44million move’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are one step away from completing their first signing of the summer transfer window, according to reports in France.United are on the lookout for a new centre-back to stand alongside Lisandro Martinez and Raphael Varane next season.
      Monaco centre-back, 25, is close to signing for Man UtdCredit: Rex
      Axel Disasi’s performances in Ligue 1 meant he was called up to the French World Cup squad in QatarCredit: AFP
      A move to United could enhance his chances at the international levelCredit: Getty
      According to L’Equipe, they are close to signing Monaco’s Axel Disasi, who was previously linked with Chelsea and Bayern Munich.
      The move has seemingly come out of nowhere, with reports claiming that United have “no issue” in matching the French club’s asking price of around £44million.
      Disasi has made 129 appearances for Monaco, playing both centrally and at right-back.
      The 25-year-old has been capped three times by France and was part of their World Cup squad which lost to Argentina in the final in December.

      United manager Erik ten Hag is determined to bolster his defensive options, with Harry Maguire likely to leave the club.
      Club captain Maguire was the Red Devils’ record defensive signing when he joined from Leicester for 85m back in 2019.

      But has been heavily linked with a move to Tottenham in recent days after his much-publicised form struggles.
      The Premier League giants have also been linked with Napoli centre-back Kim Min-jae, which would cost them 43m in a release clause.
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      Centre-back Victor Lindelof looked to be heading for the exit, but he impressed Ten Hag after stepping into the team towards the end of the season.
      However, the club are still open to offers for the Swedish international.
      Eric Bailly – who spent this season on loan at Marseille – is set to leave United in a permanent deal.
      Meanwhile, Axel Disasi has his heart set on the Premier League, with the Red Devils being his first choice.
      L’Equipe report that although the deal for Disasi is ‘close’, the two clubs have not actually commenced final negotiations.
      Harry Maguire is likely to leave the club if United sign another centre-backCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd poised to complete first transfer deal of summer with French star ‘opting to join Red Devils’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are close to completing their first signing of the summer transfer window, reports in France say. United are in the market for a centre-back having struggled for cover after Lisandro Martinez suffered an injury.
      Axel Disasi is linked with a move to Man UtdCredit: Getty
      And according to L’Equipe, they are close to signing Monaco’s Axel Disasi, who was also linked with City and Chelsea.
      The two clubs are set to begin talks for a deal between £34million-£43m, which United are believed to be ready to match.
      Disasi has made 129 appearances for Monaco, playing both centrally and at right-back.
      And the French international could seek a move away after Monaco failed to qualify for European football next season.
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      United captain Harry Maguire also faces an uncertain future, having fallen out of favour with manager Erik ten Hag.
      As revealed by SunSport, the centre-back could even be offered to Chelsea as part of a deal to sign contract rebel Mason Mount.
      United are hopeful of securing Mount but they are some distance away from agreeing a fee with Chelsea wanting around £70m.
      New Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino tried to sign Maguire when he was at Hull.
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      But the offer from Tottenham chairman Daniel Levy was not good enough, so the defender signed for Leicester instead.
      Equally, Chelsea do have a number of central defenders, and Kalidou Koulibaly and Trevoh Chalobah would have to be offloaded first.
      United, meanwhile, are desperate to sign Mount and look set to beat Liverpool in the race for the midfielder, whose contract talks with Chelsea stalled.
      Harry Maguire could be included in a deal for Man Utd to sign Mason MountCredit: Getty More