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      Kim Min-jae’s agent pours cold water on Man Utd transfer and says ‘there’s been no contact’ amid reports deal was AGREED

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      MANCHESTER UNITED’S pursuit of Napoli centre back Kim Min-Jae is not close, according to the player’s agent.The South Korean international, 26, has shone brightly in Napoli’s defence, helping them to their first Serie A title in 33 years.
      Napoli’s star man Kim Min-jae is a long-term target for Man UtdCredit: Rex
      The Italian giants only signed Kim a season ago from Turkish side Fenerbahce in a deal worth just £15million.
      That would leave them counting a healthy profit, with the defender set to be sold for between £42m and £53m.
      According to the agent, the Red Devils have been “interested in Kim since he was in China”.
      However, Kim’s party have not received a concrete contract offer and are in no rush to conclude a deal.
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      Earlier this week, it was claimed United had submitted a colossal proposal to the star.
      Kim has made 43 appearances for Napoli in all competitions this season, scoring and assisting twice and would be a welcome addition to the United backline.
      Erik ten Hag’s side currently sit fourth in the Premier League with a drastically worse goal difference than Newcastle in third and Liverpool in fifth.
      Napoli on the other hand, boast the best goal difference in the Serie A standings – a whopping +16 above the rest of the league.
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      Napoli could be in line to sell many stars this summer with Europe’s elite hounding £115m-rated Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen.
      Georgian sensation Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and midfielder Piotr Zielinski are also rumoured to be targets of top clubs in the Premier League off the back of Napoli’s impressive season.
      Arsenal will be hoping the deal can still go through as they could be in-line for a pay-day with former defender Konstantinos Mavropanos linked with a move to Naples to replace Kim.
      Arsenal have a 10 per cent sell-on clause included in the Greek defender’s contract which could land the Gunners a multi-million pound windfall should he move to Italy. More

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      Arsenal set to land multi-million pound windfall as Napoli line up Gunners flop to replace Man Utd target Min-jae

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      ARSENAL could be set to make millions if Manchester United manage to land Napoli’s Kim Min-jae.The Red Devils are in hot pursuit of the defender and reports this week have suggested they are within touching distance of landing him.
      Kim has been rock solid in Napoli’s title-winning season after his 2022 move from FenerbahceCredit: Getty
      And any move could have the knock-on effect of giving Arsenal a boost to their transfer kitty.
      This is because Napoli are likely to go into the market to sign a replacement and they have been linked to a player Gunners fans will know well.
      The Italian side are believed to be poised to sign Dinos Mavropanos, who was at Arsenal for four years.
      But when he left in 2022 for Stuttgart, wily Arsenal negotiators added a sell-on clause into his contract, according to Londonworld.
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      This means that Arsenal could made a tidy profit from any sale that Stuttgart make.
      Mavropanos only made eight appearances in all competitions for the Gunners during his entire time at the club.
      He has already surpassed that total since joining Stuttgart permanently, having spent the previous two seasons on loan at the club.
      The German side sit second-bottom of the Bundesliga table with just two games to save themselves from relegation.
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      In contrast Napoli have been flying all season and won Serie A at a canter.
      They will now be gearing up for a summer of trying to hang onto their biggest stars.
      Along with Kim, the likes of Victor Osimhen and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia have been linked away from Gil Azzurri.
      Kim has appeared in all but two of Napoli’s league games this season and the 26-year-old has been outstanding since signing last summer. More

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      Man Utd ‘chasing Sadio Mane’ in shock summer transfer but face competition from top four rivals

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are in the hunt to sign Sadio Mane this summer but face competition from Newcastle, according to reports.The ex-Liverpool winger is expected to leave Bayern Munich after just one season with the club.
      Sadio Mane could secure a move back to the Premier LeagueCredit: Getty
      Sky Sports in Germany claim they want to get rid of him after a troubled campaign.
      The Senegalese international punched team-mate Leroy Sane after a Champions League tie versus Manchester City.
      Mane was suspended and fined a reported £250,000.
      He earns a supposed £17.4million per year, meaning many sides are likely to be priced out.
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      Man Utd would be able to afford him and are interested as he would be able to add versatility and experience to the attack.
      Mane wanted a move to the Red Devils prior to signing for Liverpool in 2016.
      Meanwhile, Newcastle are in for the 31-year-old as Eddie Howe looks to bolster his attacking options with European football on the horizon.
      Chelsea were also reportedly keeping an eye on Mane’s situation but already have a bloated squad with plenty of wingers.
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      A switch back to Anfield appears unlikely after Jurgen Klopp signed the likes of Cody Gakpo and Darwin Nunez since his departure.
      Outside the Premier League, the Champions League winner could head to Barcelona but would need to take a pay cut as the club battle ongoing financial constraints.
      Teams from Saudi Arabia could also be keen as they look to add more high-profile players to their league. More

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      Man Utd wanted Cristiano Ronaldo to go to Barcelona instead of Real Madrid in 2009, where he could’ve played with Messi

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO and Lionel Messi’s rivalry almost never happened as the Portuguese star almost joined Barcelona.The former Manchester United ace broke the football transfer record when he left the club in in 2009 for Real Madrid in an £80million deal.

      Los Blancos had already splashed out on Karim Benzema, Xabi Alonso and Ballon d’Or winner Kaka in response to Pep Guardiola’s all-conquering debut season as Nou Camp chief the year before.
      But they were almost denied the jewel in returning president’s Florentino Perez’s masterplan if Sir Alex Ferguson had got his way.
      The legendary Scot was desperate to avoid losing Ronaldo to Real once he’d accepted that the former Sporting Lisbon winger was set to leave.
      Fergie had even said back in 2008 that he wouldn’t sell Madrid a ‘virus’ let alone his best player.
      And according to Spanish newspaper AS, the United boss realised at the time that Barcelona were the only other club who could afford Ronaldo, who now plays his football in Saudi Arabia with Al-Nassr.
      Fergie apparently contacted the Catalans to encourage a bid but the Portugal captain had already set his mind on a move to the Bernabeu.
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      Guardiola’s most notable signing that summer involved an infamous swap deal with Inter Milan involving Samuel Eto’o and Zlatan Ibrahimovic.
      But the acquisition of Ronaldo would have not only ushered in an era of pure dominance for Barcelona, but also have cancelled out his famed rivalry with Messi.
      Whether Manchester City chief Pep could have managed to get the two to play together is up for debate, as he boasted an embarrassment of attacking riches while in charge of Barca.
      While Arsenal legend Thierry Henry flourished for Barca on the left wing, Ronaldo could have occupied the opposite flank to leave Messi in the hole behind Ibra.
      Yaya Toure and Sergio Busquets may have had to share a spot on the substitutes bench, with Spanish duo Xavi and Iniesta holding down the two spots in the middle.
      Messi was asked by Mundo Deportivo last year whether he would pass to Ronaldo if the two were on the same team.
      The Argentine joked: “I guess so, in the end, yes.”
      Cristiano Ronaldo sealed a then-world record transfer from Manchester United to Real Madrid in 2009Credit: PA:Empics Sport
      The Portuguese superstar was also offered to Barcelona which would have made him teammates with Lionel MessiCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd More

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      Ex-Man Utd star has theory why Phil Jones refused to quit Man Utd despite fact he should have ‘left a long time ago’

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      A FORMER Manchester United star reckons he knows why Phil Jones has stayed at the club for so long.The centre-back, 31, is in his 12th season at Old Trafford following a 2011 move from Blackburn Rovers.
      A former Man Utd star reckons he knows why Phil Jones has refused to leave until nowCredit: Getty
      Despite enjoying his start to life at United, Jones eventually suffered several injury setbacks.
      And he’s played just 13 times in the last four years.
      Jones is now set to be released when his contract expires this summer.
      The Premier League, FA Cup and Europa League winner’s exit will call time on his up-and-down football career.
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      Jones already turned down the chance to play a testimonial after more than a decade of loyal service.
      And former Red Devil Dimitar Berbatov reckons he knows why Jones has refused to quit United before now.
      The Bulgarian scored 56 goals in four seasons at the club, winning two Premier League titles.
      And Berbatov believes that once you get a taste of life in the famous red shirt, you become extremely reluctant to let it go.
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      Dimitar Berbatov reckons United is too great a club for many to simply walk away fromCredit: Getty
      He told Betfred: “I believe Phil should have left a long time ago because it was obvious that he wasn’t in the plans of a couple of Manchester United’s recent managers. 
      “He was obviously not going to play, his time was up and he needed to leave sooner, but it is what it is. I wish him the best of luck in the future.

      “Has he been unfairly criticised? We’ve all been there and sometimes you get criticism you deserve and sometimes you don’t. That’s football. 
      “In Phil’s case, I can understand it because when you go to Manchester United, you don’t want to leave. 
      “Trust me. I can understand why he’s stayed at the club for so many years.” More

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      Ryan Giggs’ son Zach, 16, signs for Premier League club after leaving Man Utd as proud dad watches on

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      RYAN GIGGS’ son Zach has signed a youth contract with Sheffield United as the youngster bids to be part of a Premier League squad for the next season. The 16-year-old has left Manchester United’s academy after four years following a trial at Bramall Lane.
      Zach Giggs had been with the United academy since 2019Credit: Getty
      Ryan Giggs remains one of the Premier League’s most decorated playersCredit: Dave Pinegar – The Sun

      He had been linked with the Yorkshire club over the previous month but has now put pen to paper on a deal.
      A photo from the Manchester United Youth Twitter account shows the star signing a scholarship contract.
      The wall behind him reads “The Academy of Opportunity” with pictures of Sheffield United youth graduates like Kyle Walker and Harry Maguire visible.
      The Blades’ promotion back to the top division means Zach could potentially make his Premier League debut next season.
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      But it is likely he will spend most of his time trying to earn his stripes in the youth team.
      Paul Heckingbottom’s side beat West Brom at the end of last month to join Burnley in going up.
      Zach will be hoping to emulate his father’s career with Ryan Giggs still one of the Premier League’s most successful players.
      He scored at least one goal in all of the first 21 seasons of the re-branded top division and appeared in the first 22 campaigns for United.
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      Giggs also holds the record for most appearances of all time for Manchester United and has the second-most Premier League outings.
      He won 13 Premier League medals, lifted the FA Cup four times and was part of both Man United Champions League winning squads. More

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      Forgotten Man Utd star dubbed ‘little Iniesta or Xavi’ confirms exit after six years at Old Trafford

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      MANCHESTER UNITED midfielder Ethan Galbraith has confirmed he will leave Old Trafford at the end of the season.The 22-year-old has made just one first-team appearance for the Red Devils – which came under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in the Europa League in 2019.
      Ethan Galbraith will leave Old Trafford at the end of the seasonCredit: Getty
      He has had loan spells with Doncaster and SalfordCredit: Getty
      He spent the 2021-22 campaign on loan at Doncaster where he played 36 games for the League One side.
      And this season he has been a part of Salford’s team – which is owned by Man Utd legends Gary Neville, Nicky Butt, Phil Neville, Paul Scholes, David Beckham and Ryan Giggs.
      Northern Ireland international Galbraith has been with United since arriving from Limerick six years ago.
      But now his exit has been announced on social media.
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      Speaking on Instagram, the central midfielder said: “After 6 years, my time has come to an end with this magnificent club at Manchester United.
      “I want to thank the club, coaching staff and players for helping me become a better player, a better person and for making me feel at home.

      “My earliest ambition as a boy was to become a professional footballer and I’m forever grateful to the club for giving me the opportunity and support to fulfil that dream.
      “It’s been a privilege and I feel very fortunate to have been able to represent the club.
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      “I step into the next chapter of my career a more mature well rounded person and I’m excited for what’s next…”
      Following his Man Utd debut, ex-Northern Ireland boss Ian Baraclough described Galbraith as their country’s Andreas Iniesta or Xavi.
      Speaking in 2020, he said: “Not to put too much pressure on his shoulders, but he’s our little Iniesta or Xavi.
      “[He’s] someone who can get on the ball and manipulate the ball and find positive passes.
      “Over the coming years, he will give us a different flavour to the squad.”
      Galbraith has earned two international caps but has not featured for his country over the past three years. More

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      Man Utd looking to win transfer race for ‘new Frenkie de Jong’, 16, after tracking wonderkid for a year

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are trying to get ahead of their rivals in the race to sign Norwegian teen talent Sverre Nypan this summer.The Rosenborg midfielder is the hottest prospect in Scandinavian football right now after announcing himself in senior football with a goal last weekend.
      Sverre Nypan has been likened to Frenkie de JongCredit: https://www.instagram.com/sverrenypan/
      United have been tracking the 16-year-old for around a year and had him on their radar before his initial first-team breakthrough at the end of last year.
      The Red Devils followed Nypan’s progress over the winter months when he played for his country’s youth side in a tournament over in Spain.
      They have since kept tabs on him and one of their top talent spotters attended Norway’s Uefa Under-17 Championship qualifiers against Croatia and Slovenia.
      United’s leading Scandinavian scout Tommy Moller Nielsen was then in attendance at Rosenborg’s home clash with Odds BK in late April the weekend after Nypan had returned to training after a knock.
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      However, the midfielder — whose press-resistant style has been likened to United target Frenkie de Jong — did not make the matchday squad.
      The Old Trafford club are now facing increased competition for Nypan’s signature after his goal against Norwegian table-toppers Bodo/Glimt last weekend alerted other top clubs in Germany, Holland and Belgium.
      TV 2 analyst Petter Bo Tosterud believes the fact that under-fire Rosenborg coach Kjetil Rekdal, whose side are just above the relegation zone, chooses to throw the youngster into an already pressured situation speaks volumes about his temperament.
      “His touch on the ball and calmness mean that the coaches don’t feel stressed at all, and they probably need to check his passport to see if he is actually 16-years-old,” he told Nettavisen.no.
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      “He is probably shorter than most of the others on the pitch and 50 kilograms lighter than them.
      “But every time a team-mate plays a pass to him, they feel they are making a safe choice.
      “That is perhaps what makes him stand out.
      “He is young, but you can trust him.”
      Man United were heavily linked with Frenkie de Jong last summerCredit: Getty More