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    ‘Damn he looks emotional,’ say Man Utd fans as footage of Garnacho emerges after game amid Chelsea transfer links

    ALEJANDRO Garnacho looked emotional as he thanked the home crowd while walking off the pitch at Old Trafford last night.Fans believe the winger’s post-match behaviour after Man Utd beat Rangers 2-1 hinted at an immediate exit amid his heavy links with Chelsea.Fans thought Alejandro Garnacho looked emotional while walking off last nightCredit: GettyThe winger could have played his final game at Old Trafford as he’s linked to move to ChelseaCredit: GettyGarnacho stayed behind after the whistle to walk around the pitch and soak in the atmosphere.Footage showed the Argentine looking emotional and seemingly holding back tears as he pressed his tongue to the side of his mouth. Garnacho first waved and began clapping, while looking up towards the top tier as he headed towards the tunnel.And fans in the Stretford End made their feelings known as they belted “Viva Garnacho” while applauding the 20-year-old.READ MORE MAN UTDGarnacho continued to clap and gave one final wave to everybody with his arms extended before making his way into the back area.Online fans spotted Garnacho’s moving reaction, with one writing: “Oh damn he looks emotional.”A second said: “We really don’t deserve him. It looks like a goodbye.”A third added: “It feels wrong to let him go. You can see he wants to stay.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSWhile another commented: “Wow. He looks sad to be leaving. I guess it’s his last match.”Garnacho could have played his last match at Old Trafford, with United’s next home game coming against Palace on February 2 – the day before the winter window shuts.Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim says he has no disciplinary issues with Rashford and Garnacho The Red Devils are away at Fulham on Sunday and travelling to Romania to face FCSB on January 30.Chelsea are expected to make a formal offer for Garnacho in the coming days.United did not respond to questions around a reported bid from Chelsea that is said to be around the £60million fee they are looking for.Garnacho’s representative, Quique de Lucas, was spotted watching Chelsea beat Wolves at Stamford Bridge on Monday.The Red Devils have been open around the fact their Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) situation is tight.Under PSR rules, selling a home-grown player like Garnacho, who has arguably been the side’s most exciting player over the previous two campaigns, creates more room under pure profit.Yet, United know such a move would go down badly with fans, especially if he joins their Prem rivals at Stamford Bridge. Napoli, who had a £40m bid for Garnacho rejected this month, have turned their attentions to Dortmund’s Karim Adeyemi.Garnacho reportedly has no desire to leave United but may be pushed out of the club as United worry about PSR.Those in red inside the stadium repeatedly chanted his name during his 90 minutes against Rangers.An Argentina flag was unfurled in one section of the Stretford End.Garnacho’s Instagram post shortly after further fuelled speculation that he’s waving goodbye to Old Trafford.He captioned it: “Strong team performance. Thank you Old Trafford.”When asked about Garnacho’s future after the game, Ruben Amorim said: “Let’s see in the next days. “He’s a Manchester United player and was really important for us today.”I think he’s improving in every aspect of the game, he was better today playing inside, also outside, changing positions, he’s improving the recovering position.”READ MORE SUN STORIESGarnacho joined Carrington’s academy from Atletico Madrid in 2020.He has made 118 first-team appearances for United since making his debut in 2022 and scored 23 goals.Man Utd ratings: Bruno Fernandes captain fantastic in last-gasp win but Harry Maguire asleep in dreadful cameoMANCHESTER UNITED all but sealed automatic qualification to the last 16 of the Europa League thanks to a last-gasp win over Rangers.The Red Devils welcomed the Scottish giants to Old Trafford in the penultimate group match of their European campaign on Thursday night.And they took a giant step towards a top-eight finish thanks to a 2-1 win at Old Trafford.A calamitous own second-half goal from Gers stopper Jack Butland broke the deadlock.Cyriel Dessers thought he’d rescued a point for the visitors in the 88th minute before Bruno Fernandes broke the hearts of the travelling Teddy Bears four minutes later.SunSport’s Ken Lawrence was in attendance for the Battle of Britain and is on hand to rate and slate the performances of Ruben Amorim’s side.Altay Bayindir – 7The Turk is a better keeper than No 1 Andre Onana, especially dealing with corners.Took a sore one colliding with Toby Collyer showing exactly that.Leny Yoro – 5The £52m central defender was deployed on the right side of Rubin Amorim’s three-man rearguard.Youngster was shaky at times but looked better when he had the ball.Matthijs de Ligt – 4Terrible early touch stranded Toby Collyer – Nicolas Raskin’s even worse touch let him off the hook.Hooked at the break – no surprise there, although Amorim said afterwards that he “felt something”.Lisandro Martinez – 5Once known as The Butcher of Amsterdam but he’s long lost that scary presence.Another one who doesn’t look happy in the new system.Amad Diallo – 7Looks a bit different these days since his tough time on loan at Rangers three years ago.Not on wonder-boy form this time but still a threat.Toby Collyer – 6Made his first appearance on a European stage and the boy done good.The 21 year old is a very decent emerging midfielder.Christian Eriksen – 6Turns 33 next month and his legs aren’t really up to playing in centre midfield.He’s always been a creator anyway but he dug in.Diogo Dalot – 5Started out on his wrong foot as a left wing back.Switched midway through the second half and looked far more comfortable.Bruno Fernandes – 9You wonder if he drives himself as mad as he must do his manager at times. But scored a fantastic winner.Joshua Zirkzee – 4Ruben. He’s NOT a centre-forward.Whatever £36m bought, it wasn’t a natural striker and it’s unfair to be playing him up there on his own.Alejandro Garnacho – 8Busy and focused – didn’t look like any talk of being sold to Chelsea was bothering him.On this sparkling evidence United would be mad to let him go anywhere.SUBSMaguire (for De Ligt 46) 3 Totally asleep for Rangers’ equaliser.Malacia (for Yoro 56) 5 : Looking happier now injury worries overUgarte (for Collyer 73) 5 : Put in a solid short spell.Mainoo (Eriksen 73) 5 : Added strength and mobility.Hojlund (for Zirkzee 82) 5 : Ran about a bit – he’s good at that. More

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    Man Utd ratings: Bruno Fernandes captain fantastic in last-gasp win but Harry Maguire asleep in dreadful cameo

    MANCHESTER UNITED all but sealed automatic qualification to the last 16 of the Europa League thanks to a last-gasp win over Rangers.The Red Devils welcomed the Scottish giants to Old Trafford in the penultimate group match of their European campaign on Thursday night.Manchester United welcomed Scottish giants Rangers to Old Trafford on Thursday nightCredit: PAA calamitous own-goal from Jack Butland initially put United on course for all three pointsCredit: GETTYA late goal for Cyriel Dessers seemingly rescued a point for the visitorsCredit: GETTYBut United skipper Bruno Fernandes broke Rangers’ hearts with a late strikeCredit: GETTYAnd they took a giant step towards a top-eight finish thanks to a 2-1 win at Old Trafford.A calamitous own second-half goal from Gers stopper Jack Butland broke the deadlock.Cyriel Dessers thought he’d rescued a point for the visitors in the 88th minute before Bruno Fernandes broke the hearts of the travelling Teddy Bears four minutes later.SunSport’s Ken Lawrence was in attendance for the Battle of Britain and is on hand to rate and slate the performances of Ruben Amorim’s side.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSAltay Bayindir – 7 The Turk is a better keeper than No 1 Andre Onana, especially dealing with corners.Took a sore one colliding with Toby Collyer showing exactly that.Leny Yoro – 5 The £52m central defender was deployed on the right side of Rubin Amorim’s three-man rearguard.Youngster was shaky at times but looked better when he had the ball.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSMatthijs de Ligt – 4Terrible early touch stranded Toby Collyer – Nicolas Raskin’s even worse touch let him off the hook.Hooked at the break – no surprise there, although Amorim said afterwards that he “felt something”.Shock moment Rangers and Man Utd hooligans clash and throw bottles at each other as police battle to restore orderLisandro Martinez – 5Once known as The Butcher of Amsterdam but he’s long lost that scary presence. Another one who doesn’t look happy in the new system.Amad Diallo – 7Looks a bit different these days since his tough time on loan at Rangers three years ago. Not on wonder-boy form this time but still a threat.Toby Collyer – 6Made his first appearance on a European stage and the boy done good. The 21 year old is a very decent emerging midfielder.Matthijs de Ligt turned in a poor display against RangersCredit: GETTYChristian Eriksen – 6 Turns 33 next month and his legs aren’t really up to playing in centre midfield. He’s always been a creator anyway but he dug in.Diogo Dalot – 5 Started out on his wrong foot as a left wing back. Switched midway through the second half and looked far more comfortable.Bruno Fernandes – 9You wonder if he drives himself as mad as he must do his manager at times. But scored a fantastic winner.Bruno Fernandes struck in the 92nd minute to spare United’s blushesCredit: GettyJoshua Zirkzee – 4 Ruben. He’s NOT a centre-forward.Whatever £36m bought, it wasn’t a natural striker and it’s unfair to be playing him up there on his own.Alejandro Garnacho – 8 Busy and focused – didn’t look like any talk of being sold to Chelsea was bothering him.  On this sparkling evidence United would be mad to let him go anywhere.SUBSMaguire (for De Ligt 46) 3  Totally asleep for Rangers’ equaliser.Malacia (for Yoro 56) 5 : Looking happier now injury worries overUgarte (for Collyer 73) 5 : Put in a solid short spell.READ MORE SUN STORIESMainoo (Eriksen 73) 5 : Added strength and mobility.Hojlund (for Zirkzee 82) 5 : Ran about a bit – he’s good at that. More

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    Borussia Dortmund ‘priced out of Marcus Rashford move’ with only one option left as star looks set for Man Utd stay

    BORUSSIA Dortmund have been priced out of buying Marcus Rashford from Manchester United, according to reports.It means Rashford has just one option left if he is to walk away from Old Trafford this January.Dortmund have been priced out of buying Marcus RashfordDortmund were one of the European clubs in for RashfordDortmund were one of the clubs in talks with Rashford’s team, after losing Donyell Malen to Aston Villa.But his £325,000-per-week wages have all but ruled the German side out of the running for his signature, according to The Mail.The deal could still be revisited at the end of window if the cost comes down, but Rashford looks set to stay at his boyhood club for now.Dortmund’s sacking of manager Nuri Sahin has complicated the situation this week.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe club’s 2-1 defeat to Bologna in the Champions League on Tuesday night was the final straw- their fourth loss in a row.They sit 12th in the Uefa league standings, but are still set to qualify for a European play off place.Dortmund’s decision leaves Rashford with only one landing spot before the window shuts on February 3.AC Milan are no longer an option after the Serie A side completed a loan move for Manchester City captain Kyle Walker on Thursday.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThis means Barcelona is Rashford’s last hope if he wants out.The 27-year-old’s representatives spoke to Barca’s sporting director Deco on Tuesday.Marcus Rashford smiles as he’s seen in Man Utd training for first time since admitting he wants transfer exit The Spanish giants are understood to have always been Rashford’s preference.But SunSport exclusively reported that the England international was keen on fighting for his place at United – a month after his bombshell revelation that he’s “ready for a new challenge”.The winger was pictured training with Ruben Amorim’s squad on Wednesday, ahead of United’s Europa League clash with Rangers.And Barca are in their own conundrum. The Catalans don’t have the salary space required to register Rashford should they be able to strike a deal with the Red Devils.Barca have struggled to register Euro 2024 Spain winner Dani Olmo and Pau Victor, who both joined last summer.LaLiga rejected the club’s request to register both forwards in December, before the Spanish national sports council granted provisional permission in January. More

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    I have THREE brothers in the Man Utd academy… one will be even better than Wayne Rooney, says MMA star

    MANCHESTER UNITED fans have been told they already have the next Wayne Rooney on their hands.Rooney was just 16 when he broke onto the Premier League scene for Everton – scoring a famous goal for Everton. MMA star Ibragim Ibragimov with brother and Man Utd academy star AmirCredit: INSTAGRAM @ibragimWayne Rooney pictured in 2005Credit: AP:Associated PressTwo years later he joined United and an iconic career would follow – leaving as club legend and all-time top scorer. Nowadays though the glory years at Old Trafford are long gone with the Red Devils struggling for form and in desperate need of some inspiration. But MMA star Ibragim Ibragimov – whose three siblings all play for United – reckons his 16-year-old brother Amir as the man for the job.Ibragimov told SunSport: “My brother is the next big thing, I’ve already said that to everybody. READ MORE IN MMA”He’s ready for the first-team, he just needs the chance. Once he gets the chance, Inshallah he will make it, 100 per cent this year.”They are comparing him to Wayne Rooney, so he’s going to be the next Wayne Rooney. A better version than Wayne Rooney.” Amir, 16, Gazik, 15, and Muhammad, 12, are all products of United’s youth team and touted for big futures.Gazik once played with Cristiano Ronaldo’s son while Wayne Rooney’s eldest Kai is an academy team-mate. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAnd even Old Trafford icon Sir Alex Ferguson has given his endorsement to Amir, who has also scored for England at Under-16 level.Ibragimov said: “They need young fresh blood. They need more academy players.MMA star Ibragim Ibragimov is the eldest brother to three Man Utd players including one England international”They have a lot of academy players at the moment, really good, like dark horses and they’re on the bench.”Some of the guys on the bench already, some of the guys are playing for the academy, they got a good team.”So yeah, hopefully they have youngsters play for the first team and then they’ll show the levels of Manchester.”Ibragimov moved from Dagestan – where UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov hailed – to Manchester aged 13. And the 20-year-old was a talented footballer himself landing trials at Man City and Sheffield United – before focussing on just MMA. He said: “I used to play football. I think if I would have come to the UK a little earlier, I would’ve made it to a football 100 per cent.”I was doing both, doing well, so I could’ve done the football and I obviously I decided to do MMA.Muhammad, far left, next to Amir, middle left with Gazik and Ibragim, far rightAmir has scored for England U16sCredit: GettyAmir Ibragimov with Sir Alex FergusonCredit: Instagram @gazik_ibra4Gazik also plays with Wayne Rooney’s son Kai, rightCredit: Instagram @gazik_ibra4″I don’t know, but sometimes on a deep weight cause I’m thinking, ‘I should have done football!'”Because the way my brother live, all they need is just train, eat, sleep, repeat, all they need, they, they don’t need anything else.”They get good food. They don’t have to go away. They just need to train. “They say concentrate, focus, and then just go out there on the stadium and then play and enjoy this enjoy themselves.”Ibragimov is 8-0 in the cage and returns on Saturday in Dubai against 5-1 Irishman Kenny Mokhonoana. And the avid United fan has vowed to finally give Red Devils fans something to cheer about. READ MORE SUN STORIESHe said: “All the guys from Manchester who supported me, I appreciate everything. “Guys, just keep watching on 25th of January I’ll bring the win for Manchester and Manchester United.”The MMA star once played football himselfCredit: Instagram @pfleuropeIbragimov is 8-0 as an MMA fighterCredit: Instagram @ibragim.60 More

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    Man Utd face having stadium capacity REDUCED by government body who have power to close parts of Old Trafford

    MANCHESTER UNITED risk having their stadium’s capacity reduced by a government body, according to reports.The Sports Ground Safety Authority (SGSA) have the power to close parts of Old Trafford.Old Trafford’s capacity could reportedly be reduced by a government bodyCredit: RexThe Sports Ground Safety Authority (SGSA) have the power to close parts of Old TraffordCredit: ReutersThey have warned United to clamp down on ‘persistent standing’ inside the Theatre of DreamsCredit: GettyIt comes after the SGSA have warned United to clamp down on “persistent standing” inside the Theatre of Dreams.Footage emerged online after Sunday’s 3-1 defeat to Brighton of stewards taking photographs of fans who were standing up.The group has outlined its concerns with the number of fans standing in certain parts of the ground, including the Stretford End.Standing is only permitted in designated areas with barriers or rails to keep fans safe, as long as certain criteria are met.READ MORE ON MAN UTDUnited claim that they’ve never had any recorded injuries from fans standing.According to The Mail, it is understood they have been left surprised by the mid-season pressure from the SGSA.The Red Devils have effectively been forced to take stronger action to risk having the capacity reduced.But there is no suggestion that tipping point has been reached.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe club have also successfully rolled out safe-standing in several sections of Old Trafford.And rail seating now accounts for more than 10 per cent of the stadium.My 16-year-old brother will be even better than Wayne Rooney at Man Utd Ratcliffe could propose a new venue on the land next to the current groundUnited first introduced safe standing in January 2022, when the stadium was one of five chosen for a trial period.They received government approval following a series of trials.Ruben Amorim and his players are back in action on Thursday when they face Rangers in the Europa League.Meanwhile United took a major step forward in their discussions surrounding the future of Old Trafford.A Task Force, set up by minority owner Jim Ratcliffe last March, announced that they have “completed their initial feasibility work into options for a new or redeveloped stadium.”They determined that a redeveloped Old Trafford could increase the capacity of the existing ground, which has stood in place since 1910, from 74,000 to 87,000,But a new-build stadium, which would cost around £2billion, would allow capacity to reach 100,000.Paul Scholes reacts to Man Utd ticket price hikeHow can you ask Manchester United fans to pay more money with what is on the football pitch?£66 for a ticket is ridiculous. If you think of Manchester, there are so many deprived areas.Sir Jim Ratcliffe himself is from Failsworth, which is a deprived area.If you take one kid with you, that is £120, if you take a family, you are looking at £300-400 – it is just not right.Where do these owners get the front to put ticket prices up?For the value – we’re probably having our worst ever Premier League season and they’ve got the cheek to put the prices up.There is nothing positive happening with that football club. The team look bang average. They are not doing anything for fans.If we have got Sir Jim Ratcliffe, compared to all these American owners, who has been a United fan since growing up in an area in Manchester – he is still hiking prices up.It just shows that they don’t care. More

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    Alejandro Garnacho will prove he’s a world class talent at his next club… but he won’t reach those heights at Man Utd

    ALEJANDRO GARNACHO will be a world class forward, just not at Manchester United.Garnacho, 20, is rightly labelled as one of the club’s brightest talents and was considered as one of three untouchable stars following last year’s FA Cup final.Alejandro Garnacho will prove he is a world class talent but not at Man UtdCredit: RexPuskas-winner Garnacho is one of the club’s most talented starsCredit: APBut a slew of issues and run of poor form under Ruben Amorim have cast doubts on his futureCredit: EPAAnd with transfer interest high it could be time to cash inCredit: GettyBut now the Puskas-award winning attacker looks set to be one of the first casualties of Ruben Amorim’s rebuild.So what happened in the space of half a season to trigger such a drastic change in transfer policy?After all, Garnacho is the Red Devils’ joint-second top scorer this season with eight goals, ranked only behind Amad Diallo on nine and level with club captain Bruno Fernandes.Former manager Erik ten Hag said of him that if he works hard, “that will bring him to being a world-class player because he has the potential.”READ MORE IN FOOTBALLCristiano Ronaldo, Garnacho’s idol, played 73 games for Manchester United before turning 20, during which he had managed 10 goals. In Garnacho’s first 73 games, he had 12, suggesting he’s shown more promise in these early years than even the great CR7.However, the winger has been one of the main stars to suffer a dip in form following the appointment of Amorim.Since the former Sporting Lisbon boss’s arrival, Garnacho has scored just two goals and his inconsistency has been clear to see in a role which he just doesn’t seem to have a feel for.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThis is not to say he can’t learn his new position as one of the two No10s supporting the striker that Amorim likes to deploy, but off-field issues have also surrounded Garnacho in Amorim’s early days in the job.Both Garnacho and Marcus Rashford were omitted from the matchday squad for the Manchester derby with the pair implicated in alleged team leaks.Fans convinced they’ve spotted cut on Ruben Amorim’s finger in interview that gave away Man Utd boss’s furious outburst Amorim choosing to address the leaks in public appeared to help end that particular saga for the time being, but Garnacho has still been highlighted over major concerns about his attitude and professionalism.It was reported that a touchline incident where Garnacho turned his back on Amorim played a part in the decision to axe the youngster.With these sort of issues in an environment as toxic as Man Utd, it feels like a ticking time-bomb where a huge fallout could be on the horizon.If that happens, Manchester United run the risk that Garnacho’s value would have plummeted compared to what it is now – just like many other young stars who generated big expectations but failed to deliver.Jadon Sancho, Paul Pogba, Anthony Martial, Memphis Depay and Adnan Januzaj are just some of the names to have played for Man Utd with high hopes early on before failing to deliver.At the moment Garnacho is undoubtedly the club’s most valuable and – most importantly in this context – sellable asset with heavy interest from Napoli and Chelsea.Just not ChelseaOut of those two, Manchester United’s transfer chiefs should do all they can to ensure a sale to a direct rival in Chelsea does not happen.Napoli would be the ideal destination from a damage-limitation perspective, particularly if they can get the full £70million valuation out of the deal.You only have to look at Scott McTominay to see that Garnacho could unlock his full potential there, with the Scot thriving in Italy with six goals in 23 games in all competitions.That £25m sale, counted as pure profit as part of PSR rules that encourage the sale of academy stars, was a big part in ensuring Man Utd avoided a points penalty and were in a position to splash another £200m on transfers in the summer.Even before Amorim was appointed it was acknowledged a huge rebuild task was needed for this squad. But with a completely different tactical style the squad once again needs open-heart surgery with way more than £200m needed to course correct – even assuming every transfer ends up being a hit.And this time the club cannot afford to botch it up.Regardless of history, Man Utd are no longer in a position to attract the top names and need to reflect and understand the new food chain of football sees the Red Devils as a has-been.In an ideal world, Garnacho would be one of the main parts of this new dawn, and he is one of the last names who should be sold from this squad of so-called stars.Old Trafford icon Paul Scholes listed the winger among just three players Manchester United must keep.But one simple rule of business comes from supply and demand, and many of the underperforming and overpaid players who should be sold before Garnacho are simply not attracting interest.Names like Casemiro and Christian Eriksen spring to mind in that sense, while those who are being moved on such as Antony are only leaving on loan and therefore only offering a reduction in wages.Even former talisman, Rashford, is unable to generate a considerable fee following his declaration of wanting to leave, with any transfer for him this month looking set to be a loan.Selling a diamond in the rough like Garnacho will only serve to further agitate an already battered and bruised fanbase.They have endured disgraceful performances on the pitch, scandalous ticket price increases and a general state of stagnation and regression supporting the club since Sir Alex Ferguson’s departure.READ MORE SUN STORIESHowever, due to Garnacho – like McTominay – counting as pure profit on the books he may need to be the first domino to fall and serve as the catalyst of Amorim’s United getting back to the top of England.And unfortunately, it should be a head over heart resolution where any player is for sale if a deal is good enough and both parties can depart with no hard feelings.Man Utd squad transfer verdictSunSport gives its verdict on what Man Utd stars should stay or go in the first phase of Ruben Amorim’s squad rebuild:Andre Onana – StayDespite being guilty of some erratic performances, Andre Onana remains a world-class goalkeeper and United would struggle to find better in the market.The defence has begun to look more solid in recent weeks now Amorim has had time to coach the structure into the team, and hopefully, that will be converted into clean sheets going forward.Noussair Mazraoui – StayThe best signing from the summer window so far, Noussair Mazraoui has proven to be everything Man Utd needed and more.Versatile, reliable and passionate no matter whether he plays at wing-back or centre-back, it is a no-brainer to keep the Moroccan.Leny Yoro – StayAfter a pre-season injury, Leny Yoro has taken some time to bed in but he has shown some superb moments in a Man Utd shirt already like his lung-busting run to block a Liverpool shot in the 2-2 draw at Anfield earlier this month.At the age of 19 he will only get better and while too much expectation should not be thrust on him just yet, the early signs suggest he could be a mainstay in defence for years to come.Harry Maguire – GoThe last time we did this list Harry Maguire was one of our main defensive options to be sold, but since Amorim has come with the back three the England international has barely put a foot wrong.The issue with Maguire is that while he is perfectly suited to a back three, he will be 32 in the summer and has just one year left on his contract, so if a serious offer comes in he should regrettably be sold.Matthijs de Ligt – StayMatthijs de Ligt has been very hit or miss since arriving in the summer. Capable of heroic last-ditch tackles like he did at Arsenal and also capable of some very silly passages of play like his handball against Liverpool.In many ways, the Dutchman seems like a younger version of Maguire and given some more time to bed in he should improve even more.Lisandro Martinez – StayHas really started to grow into the Amorim system in recent games after a very sticky patch of form.He is one of the team’s best progressive passers in the build-up phase and has the dogged mentality this team will need to improve and claw its way up the table.Luke Shaw – GoIt’s been said that one of the best abilities is availability, and that rings incredibly true for Luke Shaw.World class on his day and is clearly still capable of finding those levels, as seen at less than full fitness with England at the Euros. But he is simply not available often enough to warrant keeping.Tyrell Malacia – GoTyrell Malacia is still recovering his match sharpness from his two-year injury layoff, so it is a bit harsh to make a verdict on him so soon.The current concern is that United will need to aggressively recruit specialist left wing-backs in the summer, and Malacia so far has not looked totally comfortable playing there.Manuel Ugarte – StayQuestion marks were being raised about him after his first few games. But under Amorim, Manuel Ugarte has once again become the lynchpin of his midfield.He knows the system inside out and is one of the Premier League’s most proficient ball winners. It would be madness to consider his sale next summer.Kobbie Mainoo – StayDespite reports that Chelsea and Bayern Munich want to sign the 19-year-old, Kobbie Mainoo should be one of the few genuinely untouchable stars at the club and his contract situation needs sorting ASAP.He has quality and aspects to his game not possessed by many other midfielders, and with improvements to the stars around him, he and Ugarte should be able to form an effective partnership for many years to come.Casemiro – GoCasemiro unfortunately seemed to lose his legs going into his second season at Man Utd. And with the 3-4-3 system demanding even more running from him, it is clear he simply does not fit the bill for what the club need going forward.It would also help the club’s financial goals to see him sold due to his massive £375,000-a-week wages being taken off the books.Bruno Fernandes – StayThe club captain, Bruno Fernandes has faced a lot of criticism since taking the armband for his erratic decisions and losing his temper.Yet he remains the best player in the squad by some distance and shows the mentality the squad needs to improve. Besides it’s not like United’s most famous captain of the Premier League era, Roy Keane, was exactly cool-headed.Antony – GoThere’s a definite case to argue that Antony may be the worst pound-for-pound signing in Premier League history, with games too often passing him by and lacking quality when he is involved.That being said, he has improved in a number of brief cameos when featuring as a wing-back under Amorim. But unless there is a plan for him to learn the position and become a specialist he should be moved on.Marcus Rashford – GoIt was not supposed to end like this. Once the darling of Old Trafford and Carrington, Marcus Rashford’s comments admitting he wanted a new challenge were probably the final nail in the coffin for his Man Utd future.There is a classy player in there if he can find the motivation to love his football again. A sale to a rival should be ruled out for fear of exactly that, while a sale overseas should be targeted and pushed by the club.Amad Diallo – StayHas taken a real liking to his role as either the right No.10 in the 3-4-3 or as the right wing-back.Amad Diallo has been one of the team’s best players this season and was rewarded with a new deal as a result.Alejandro Garnacho – GoArguably the trickiest star on the list, Alejandro Garnacho has bags of raw talent to elevate him to being world-class. But recent off-field issues and poor form have doubt cast on his future.If, as reports suggest, a major bid of £60m from the likes of Napoli comes in there will be a tough decision to make. Though it may be the financial situation of the club which ultimately tips the scale.Joshua Zirkzee – GoJoshua Zirkzee has certainly been hit-and-miss at United so far. He has had some games and moments where he has looked very impressive, and others where he is simply not good enough.He has a very unique profile which makes him top drawer in the right system, it is just United will probably never play the right way for him to truly excel.Read our verdict on the full Man Utd squad here. More

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    Marcus Rashford smiles as he’s seen in Man Utd training for first time since admitting he wants transfer exit

    MARCUS RASHFORD looked in high spirits as he was spotted in Manchester United training for the first time since his transfer bombshell.Rashford has been linked with a January exit with half of Europe reportedly interested since admitting last month he wants “a new challenge”.Marcus Rashford joined Ruben Amorim’s training at Carrington on WednesdayCredit: GettyRashford was all smiles as he was pictured as part of the main groupCredit: GettyRashford and Kobbie Mainoo wrapped up warmCredit: RexRashford is ready to be called upon ahead of Thursday’s Europa League clashCredit: PAAmorim watched on as his players warmed upCredit: RexThe England international has not played for the club since December 12Credit: PADespite that, the 27-year-old was included in Ruben Amorim’s final practice ahead of Rangers’ Europa League trip to Old Trafford on Thursday.Rashford has reportedly been doing extra training sessions amid his nine-match absence.This is the first time he’s been pictured during that time.United have lost five of the nine games Rashford has been absent for.READ MORE ON MAN UTDAnd SunSport exclusively reported that Rashford is open to staying and fighting for his place.Sources close to the dumped striker insist he is ready, willing and able to face Rangers if selected.But Rashford’s brother and agent Dwaine Maynard reportedly still met with Barcelona executives in Lisbon on Wednesday.The England international has not played for the club since early December against Viktoria Plzen.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHe was recalled to the squad to face Newcastle on December 30 but was an unused substitute.The 27-year-old was axed by Amorim for United’s 2-1 win over rivals Man City in December over his performances in training.’Best for the team’ – Ruben Amorim gives blunt explanation on Marcus Rashford absence as Man Utd outcast seeks transferRashford has been excluded for nine matchesBut Rashford has no issues with Amorim and is ready to give 100 per cent for the shirt.After leaving him out again for Sunday’s 3-1 defeat by Brighton Amorim doubled-down on his stance over the home-grown star.The boss, who called his side “the worst in Manchester United’s history”, stressed: “It is his choice (not to play).“I don’t want to focus on this bad moment because in the games we lost, Rashford is not here.“I don’t want to put this moment on Rashford. Rashford is out because he is not playing.”No matter what, I am not going to put out a player I don’t believe is the best for the team.”The Old Trafford winger has also been linked with moves to Borussia Dortmund and AC Milan.Although Kyle Walker’s pending move to Milan is set to end the Serie A side’s long-running interest in Rashford.Meanwhile, Antony, who has been linked with a loan move to Real Betis, trained as normal on Wednesday morning.Likewise, Chelsea and Napoli target Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo, who has been linked with Bayern, were spotted training.READ MORE SUN STORIESVictor Lindelof returned for the first time since storming down the tunnel against Spurs in the Carabao Cup defeat in December.While Mason Mount, Luke Shaw, and Jonny Evans were all absent.Rashford has also been linked with moves to Borussia Dortmund and AC MilanCredit: PAToby Collyer was pictured enjoying a kick about with RashfordCredit: PA More

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    Man Utd draw up four-man striker shortlist including Liam Delap and Bryan Mbeumo if one of three stars leave

    MANCHESTER UNITED have drawn up a four-man striker shortlist, according to reports.But the Red Devils will need to flog at least one of Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho or Kobbie Mainoo to fund a striker swoop this month.Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo could leave Man UtdCredit: GettyMarcus Rashford has been frozen out at Old TraffordCredit: ReutersSelling any of these three homegrown products would hugely benefit United from a PSR perspective.Rashford’s £315,000 a week salary makes a move challenging, although he has received interest from Borussia Dortmund and Barcelona.Chelsea and Napoli are keen on Garnacho, meanwhile, with the Blues also holding an interest in Mainoo.According to the Mail, Man Utd scouts have been tracking Prem trio Liam Delap, Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWhile Lille striker Jonathan David is also on their radar.Former Man City academy kid Delap has impressed for Ipswich this season, the 21-year-old scoring eight times for the Tractor Boys.Mbeumo, meanwhile, has 13 Prem goals for Brentford this term, with Cunha, 25, managing 10 for strugglers Wolves.David, who is out of contract at the end of the season, has scored 11 times in Ligue 1 this term – in addition to Champions League strikes against Real Madrid, Atletico, Juventus and Liverpool.Most read in FootballSUN BINGO GET £50 BONUS & 50 FREE SPINS TODAYLiam Delap has impressed for Ipswich this seasonCredit: GettyBryan Mbeumo has bagged 13 times for BrentfordCredit: RexMatheus Cunha has impressed despite Wolves’ strugglesCredit: AlamyJonathan David is out of contract at the end of the seasonCredit: GettyShould the Red Devils manage to flog one of their homegrown trio, United could make a late striker swoop.United are said to be demanding around £75m for Garnacho.Liam Delap talks about joining Ipswich Town While they want a higher fee for Mainoo.Rashford could head out on a loan, with a deal largely dependent on whether they can find a suitor who will take on most of his £315k wages. More