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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

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      Harry Kane’s representatives ‘meet with PSG transfer chief Luis Campos as French giants make Tottenham man No1 priority’

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      HARRY KANE’S representatives have met with PSG to discuss a potential transfer, according to reports.The striker has been tipped to leave Tottenham this summer with his contract expiring next year.
      PSG have contacted Harry Kane over a potential summer transferCredit: Reuters
      Manchester United have reportedly made Kane their number one summer transfer target but he is attracting interest across Europe.
      PSG are believed to be prioritising a move for a number nine and like the look of Kane after missing out on Robert Lewandowski.
      And according to French outlet Foot Mercato they have opened talks with Kane.
      Sporting director Luis Campos is believed to have met with the England captain recently to propose a move to the Parc des Princes.
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      But it could prove difficult to persuade Kane to join with the striker hunting down Alan Shearer’s Premier League goal record.
      Shearer finished on 260, with Kane now second in the all-time list with 210.
      Spurs may also be unwilling to let Kane leave this summer and could demand £100million for the 29-year-old.
      Kane said in January that there had “not been much talking” with Spurs over a new contract but he was “sure there will be conversations over the coming months”.
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      United have also made contact with Kane over a potential summer transfer, SunSport has revealed.
      And the Red Devils would be willing to significantly boost Kane’s current £200,000 a week salary. More

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      Man Utd scouts blown away after watching 19-goal transfer target score stunning hat-trick

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      MANCHESTER UNITED scouts have reportedly been sent to watch KAA Gent prodigy Gift Orban.The Nigerian striker has been brilliant this season, as he has needed 19 goals in 19 games this season.
      Manchester United have reportedly scouted Gift OrbanCredit: Rex
      United scouts watched Orban score a hat-trickCredit: Twitter – @@ElevenBeNL
      His second goal was typical of a poacherCredit: Twitter – @ElevenBeNL
      His third goal was the best as he lobbed the goalkeeperCredit: Twitter – @ElevenBeNL
      His impressive record of a goal every game includes nine goals in 10 Belgian league games.
      The 20-year-old’s prolific nature has seen him start to gather interest from clubs all over Europe.
      Man United are one said club, with the club looking to bolster their attacking options this summer.
      The Red Devils’ top two targets are Tottenham’s Harry Kane and Napoli star Victor Osimhen.
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      However, the club would also like to sign a younger striker that can learn and grow into the role.
      And according to Nieuwsblad, United scouts were in attendance for Orban’s most recent match.
      He helped Gent to a stunning 4-0 victory over Cercle Brugge by netting a hat-trick.
      Orban’s first two goals were typical of a poacher, but his third was the best of the lot.
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      The pacy forward latched onto a long ball and lobbed the goalkeeper with his first-time shot.
      Orban is a player that is not short of confidence. In one game this season, he hit the crossbar straight from kick-off.
      He also almost scored an outrageous overhead kick against West Ham in the Europa Conference League quarter-finals.
      Orban cost Gent £2million when he joined the club in January from Norwegian side Stabaek. More

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      Distraught Man Utd fans says ‘well, nice knowing you lads’ after underwhelming summer transfer budget is revealed

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans are fearing the worst after their summer transfer budget was revealed.The Red Devils are on course to qualify for the Champions League but it appears that will do little to boost the coffers.
      Erik ten Hag could have a limited budget this summerCredit: Getty
      According to The Athletic, Erik ten Hag will be given just £100million to spend.
      And considering that is the asking price of one of their main targets, Declan Rice, some fans are concerned.
      Ten Hag is also believed to have made Harry Kane his number one summer target, and Tottenham will likely demand in excess of £100m for the striker.
      So fans are worried the prospect of a limited budget could affect the quality of United’s signings – the club spent £85m on Antony alone last summer.
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      One supporter wrote: “Well nice knowing you lads.”
      Another added: “Hahahaha we are finished 😂”
      A third said: “Yikes. We ain’t making any signings lol.
      And another commented: “We’re never getting out of the trenches anytime soon.”
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      When asked about United’s summer budget, Ten Hag said: “I don’t have influence on that. I don’t know.
      “The only thing I know is that Man United is one of the biggest clubs in the world from a fanbase perspective.
      “This club has to compete for the highest in the world, so Champions League, Premier League. But in football you need funds to construct squads because in the end of the day the level from your players makes if you are successful or not.” More

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      Man Utd heading to Scotland to play glamour summer friendly

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are making a rare detour into Scotland as part of their summer plans this year.Erik Ten Hag – whose United side are set to contest the FA Cup final against their Manchester rivals City on June 3 – is bringing his players north to Edinburgh for a glamour friendly in July.
      Man Utd stars celebrate a recent victoryCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Man Utd are due into Old Trafford this weekCredit: PA:Press Association
      The Red Devils will face French side Lyon in a pre-season friendly on July 19th at Murrayfield.
      Former Manchester United star Wes Brown and current Scotland rugby star Hamish Watson have been speaking to publicise the event.
      Scotland are represented in the current Old Trafford first team by Scott McTominay.
      And United have a massive Scottish connection through legendary figures like Sir Matt Busby and Sir Alex Ferguson.

      Current United technical director Darren Fletcher was born and raised in Dalkeith near Edinburgh.
      They’ll take on a Lyon side who are coming off a difficult season in Ligue 1 but are still packed with stars.
      They are captained by former Arsenal star Alexander Lacazette, with French World Cup winner Corentin Tolisso and veteran German star Jerome Boateng just two other stars in their squad.
      Ex Celtic star Moussa Dembele is poised to leave the club this summer as a free agent.
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      The match occurs while Celtic are on their summer tour of Japan and South Korea – with the Scottish Premiership set to kick off on the weekend of August 5/6.
      The news came with United fans preparing for the “end of an era” with five popular stars set to be released.
      A number of United players are out of contract at the end of next month, with decision-makers opting not to renew them.
      One such player is long-serving United star Phil Jones, who has won two league titles.
      The 31-year-old’s time at Old Trafford is finally set to come to an end following an injury-plagued 12-year stay.
      Jones, once likened to United legend Duncan Edwards by Sir Alex Ferguson, went from one of the stars of the future to a mainstay in the medical room.
      The former Blackburn defender, now 31, has not featured under Erik ten Hag this season.
      Indeed, his persistent injuries in the last few years have seen him play feature in just six games in the Premier League since the start of the 2019/20 season after being handed a new contract in February 2019.
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