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      Two Man Utd and England stars hold talks to switch international allegiance after being left in the cold

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      TWO Manchester United stars have reportedly held talks about switching their allegiance from England in a bid to get international football. The Three Lions have begun attempts to qualify for Euro 2024, with victory over Italy giving Gareth Southgate’s side the best possible start.
      There is no shortage of English talent for Gareth Southgate to pick fromCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      But competition to get into the squad let alone the starting line-up remains incredibly fierce with well-known Premier League names left out.
      And Red Devils stars Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Axel Tuanzebe have reportedly been approached about jumping ship.
      Congolese publication Leopard Leader Football report that Wan-Bissaka’s family have spoken “at length” to DR Congo manager Sebastien Desabre about the full-back making the switch.
      The 25-year-old has made one appearance for DR Congo’s U20s in an 8-0 friendly loss to England’s underage group in 2015.
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      He would then switch to the Three Lions after being called up to the U20 and then U21 squad, making 5 appearances in all.
      Meanwhile Tuanzebe, who is also of Congolese descent, was reportedly contacted by Congo officials as well and had “positive” talks.
      Like Wan-Bissaka, Tuanzebe has never player a senior international for either country and is still free to pick.
      The 25-year-old, currently on loan at Stoke City, has also made a handful of appearances at youth level for England.
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      Competition for places has rarely been tougher in the English set-up with Wan-Bissaka particularly in a fight at right-back.
      Kyle Walker, Reece James, Kieran Trippier and Trent Alexander-Arnold all appear to be ahead of the Man United man, with the latter also left out of the most recent squad.
      There has also been speculation over Wan-Bissaka’s future at club level with reports earlier this year linking the star with a return to Crystal Palace.
      The defender initially appeared to not be on Erik ten Hag’s radar but he has been seeing much more football since the turn of the year.
      Wan-Bissaka faces incredible competition at right-back for EnglandCredit: Alamy
      Tuanzebe’s career has been held back after a back injury kept him out for several monthsCredit: Getty More

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      Mitrovic ‘cost himself big money move to MAN UTD as club shelve plans to sign him’ after Old Trafford red card shame

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      ALEKSANDAR MITROVIC has reportedly cost himself a big-money move to Manchester United.That’s after being charged by the FA for shoving a referee while playing the Red Devils.
      Man Utd have ended interest in Aleksandar Mitrovic after his red card at Old TraffordCredit: Getty
      Mitrovic, 28, lost his head in Fulham’s 3-1 FA Cup defeat to United at Old Trafford earlier this month.
      The Serbian reacted furiously when teammate Willian was sent off for a penalty handball.
      Mitrovic was shown a straight red card for shoving Chris Kavanagh before aggressively shouting in his face.
      And the striker now faces a 10-match ban after being pulled up by FA chiefs.
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      However, Mitrovic’s implosion could cost him a whole lot more.
      The Daily Star claims he was being lined up by Man United for a big-money move this summer.
      Erik ten Hag had been left impressed by Mitrovic’s impressive haul of 11 strikes – not to mention last season’s record-breaking 43 goals in the Championship.
      And Mitro was seen as an alternative to loanee Wout Weghorst, who could return to Burnley this summer.
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      But Ten Hag and fellow United transfer gurus have now struck Mitrovic off their list after his total lack of discipline on the field.
      It’s reckoned Chelsea, Tottenham and Barcelona were also keeping tabs on the hitman.
      And they too may now look elsewhere as Mitrovic prepares to serve a lengthy ban.
      The 80-cap Serbia international has been at Fulham since 2018 following an initial loan move from Newcastle.
      Mitrovic has 94 goals in 169 games for the Cottagers and has twice been crowned Club Player of the Year. More

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      Seven Man Utd stars who have just 12 games to save their club careers including McTominay and Maguire

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      MANCHESTER UNITED manager Erik ten Hag has some major decisions to make at the end of the season.Ten Hag currently has a lot on his plate with United chasing a surprise treble, trying to land the FA Cup and Europa League after winning the Carabao Cup.
      Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is ready to wield the axeCredit: PA
      However, the Dutchman’s Old Trafford rebuild will continue in the summer and some players will have to make way for incoming stars.
      The 53-year-old gaffer will have to raise funds to make signings, especially if the Red Devils miss out on Champions League qualification.
      That is why some players, who have failed to impress Ten Hag, will be sold in the summer transfer window – unless they manage to change his mind in the next 12 Premier League games.
      SunSport take a look at the SEVEN players who could be on their way…
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      ANTHONY MARTIAL
      FRENCH striker enjoyed a little revival under Ten Hag, but nothing close to Marcus Rashford’s success.
      A raft of injuries have halted Martial’s resurgence and Ten Hag appears to be prioritising a striker to replace Cristiano Ronaldo in the summer.
      The France international’s contract also runs out in 2024, and United may want to cash in on him at the end of the season.
      Man Utd ace Anthony Martial is likely to go with the team looking for a strikerCredit: PA
      SCOTT McTOMINAY
      THE midfielder has fallen down the pecking order with Ten Hag preferring the likes of Fred, Christian Eriksen, Casemiro and Marcel Sabitzer in the centre of the park.
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      Manchester United ace Scott McTominay has fallen down the pecking order in midfieldCredit: Getty
      Newcastle manager Eddie Howe is a big admirer of McTominay, who would command a lucrative fee and appears keen to move to Tyneside in the summer as he would get more opportunities.
      WOUT WEGHORST
      THE Dutch striker joined United on loan from Burnley in January to fill in for Ronaldo but has so far failed to even come close to eclipsing the club legend.
      Weghorst is not the man to spearhead United’s attack and should be on his way back to Vincent Kompany’s Clarets once his deal runs out in June.
      Manchester United ace Wout Weghorst hasn’t managed to convince in attackCredit: Getty
      AARON WAN-BISSAKA
      TEN HAG doesn’t consider Wan-Bissaka as his starting right-back and prefers Diogo Dalot.
      Wan-Bissaka’s contract runs out next year and United might opt to cash in amid intense interest from his former club Crystal Palace.
      Manchester United ace Aaron Wan-Bissaka is behind Diogo DalotCredit: Alamy
      DAVID DE GEA
      THE Spanish keeper still inspires tremendous confidence between Manchester United’s sticks.
      But De Gea’s lucrative contract runs out in June and United will only extend his 12-year stay at Old Trafford if he agrees to a lower salary amid an upcoming wage restructure.
      That is a deal the Spain international is keen to take, but the Red Devils are keeping tabs on other goalkeepers as well.
      Manchester United keeper David de Gea will have to accept a lower salaryCredit: Getty
      HARRY MAGUIRE
      STILL Manchester United’s club captain but Maguire has fallen down the pecking order behind Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez.
      And Ten Hag has often preferred to start left-back Luke Shaw at centre-back even when Maguire was fit.
      The England international is running out of time and appears set for the exit door amid interest from Paris Saint-Germain and Inter Milan.
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      Manchester United captain Harry Maguire has fallen out of favourCredit: Getty
      Marcel Sabitzer has joined Manchester United on loan until the end of the seasonCredit: Getty
      MARCEL SABITZER
      The Austrian joined Red Devils on loan from Bayern Munich to fill in for the injured Christian Eriksen in midfield.
      Eriksen looks bound to return to Ten Hag’s starting line-up next season as Sabitzer has yet to convince his manager and club’s hierarchy to meet his reported £18m release clause. More

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      Teenage wonderkid to snub huge transfer to Man Utd or Chelsea after fears over lack of first-team football

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      BRIGHTON wonderkid Evan Ferguson is set to snub a host of suitors to stay on the South Coast.Manchester United will send scouts to watch the young Republic of Ireland international play against France tomorrow.
      Evan Ferguson is wanted by a number of top clubsCredit: AFP
      Tottenham and Chelsea are also admirers of Ferguson, who is having a breakout season for the Seagulls.
      But the 18-year-old is in no hurry to leave Brighton and believes his development will be better served by remaining at a club where he will have more opportunities to play first-team football.
      Ferguson followed up his two goals in the Seagulls’ 5-0 FA Cup win over Grimsby by scoring on his first start for the Republic of Ireland, in last week’s friendly win over Latvia.
      The teenager has netted seven goals in all competition for Brighton this season in 16 matches.
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      His good form is helping the the club mount a challenge for European qualification.
      Ferguson also has the chance to impress against Man Utd in the FA Cup semi-final at Wembley on April 22.
      The Red Devils view signing a striker as a priority in the summer and Ferguson may not be the only attacker through the door.
      Erik ten Hag is keen on the likes of Tottenham star Harry Kane and Benfica’s Goncalo Ramos.
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      However, adding youth seems to be important with United also being linked with Atalanta star Rasmus Hojlund.
      The Dane, who scored a hat-trick on his international debut for Denmark, has been compared to Erling Haaland and he is supposedly a Man Utd supporter. More

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      Man Utd boast some of world’s most glamorous fans like Julia Roberts, Miley Cyrus, Rihanna and world famous porn star

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      AS one of the biggest football clubs in the world, it’s not surprising Manchester United boast a whole host of famous fans. From porn stars to singers and TV personalities to the cream of Hollywood, the lure of United hits far and wide.
      Porn legend Jenna Jameson is a HUGE United fanCredit: Rex
      The Old Trafford side might have lost a few fairweather fans over the last few years having fallen well out of the title races.
      But new boss Erik ten Hag appears to have galvanised things and off the pitch, and they’re almost certain to bag a top-four finish.
      Then next season, top flight silverware looks likely to be demanded by the hierarchy.
      Here, SunSport checks out some of the best-known names who support the Premier League giants.
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      Rihanna
      United fans are adamant Ri-Ri is a big fan – after she decided to wear a red skirt during a trip to the city in 2013.
      The pop sensation dropped into the north west on her UK tour – and went with RED and not City’s famous blue.
      She has previously stated how Manchester has been “so close to my heart”.
      Rihanna is one of the biggest music names there is and is a Red DevilCredit: Getty
      Jenna Jameson
      Porn legend Jenna Jameson was once named the world’s most famous adult performer – and she’s a big Red Devils fan.
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      The 48-year-old star of hit films like Dirt Merchant and Erotic Aftershock tried to get tickets to a pre-season friendly in 2015.
      We’re not sure if she managed to blag some seats – and when questioned whether she was a genuine fan, she responded: “Yessss. Of course! Huge fan.”
      Jenna Jameson has been dubbed ‘the queen of porn’Credit: Rex
      Jameson is one of the world’s most famous porn stars – and a United fanCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Miley Cyrus
      The pop singer risked the wrath of Birmingham fans in 2014 when she was spotted out and about in the Midlands City wearing her United shirt.
      She may have topped it with a jacket, but there was no stopping that crest sneaking through.
      The club even shred the snaps on their official Twitter account – with fans jokingly asking if the Wrecking Ball singer could get a spot in the team.

      Miley Cyrus was once spotted in a United topCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Gemma Atkinson
      A good guess as to when Gemma’s love for United first blossomed could have been when she dated the legend that is Cristiano Ronaldo in 2007.
      The former Hollyoaks star and glamour model once revealed she turned down “so much money” to reveal all about their relationship.
      Gemma also dated ex-Everton and Brentford ace Marcus Bent, and is now engaged to Strictly Come Dancing star Gorka Marquez.
      Gemma Atkinson is a huge TV star in Great BritainCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      The former Hollyoaks actress once dated Cristiano Ronaldo
      Jessie Ware
      British singer/songwriter Jessie has admitted to being “obsessed” with United.
      In an interview with Red Bull, the 38-year-old explained how she “wanted to be a football journalist” when she was younger.
      But she soon realised music was her path to stardom – she is a six-time Brit award nominee.
      Jessie Ware is a HUGE United fanCredit: Handout
      Julia Roberts
      It’s a real family affair for Hollywood royalty Julia Roberts, as her kids also support United just like her.
      The 55-year-old turned up at the club’s US training camp in 2017, and then cheered the lads on in a pre-season friendly against Real Madrid.
      And the year before that she attended a United vs West Ham match at Old Trafford.
      Julia Roberts loved there trip to Old Trafford in 2016Credit: PA:Press Association
      Megan Fox
      The Transformers star is a proud United fan – and regularly wears the club’s merch when out and about.
      When he was an up-and-coming rookie at the club, Fox was spotted wearing a T-shirt in tribute to Javier ‘Chicharito’ Hernandez.
      It had a pic of his face, the United badge and “Chicharito’s Team” printed on the front.
      Megan Fox sported this fetching T-shirt in support of then-United star ChicharitoCredit: @ThashkinG
      Rachel Riley
      The Countdown mathematician followed her dad’s lead in supporting the North-West powerhouses.
      And in 2020 she even took her new baby daughter Maven Aria to Old Trafford for her first ever game.
      Riley regularly shares snaps of her wearing United merch on her social media accounts.
      Rachel Riley is proud to show off her coloursCredit: https://twitter.com/RachelRileyRR/status/852603989912846336
      Ulrika Jonsson
      The Swedish TV personality famously had an affair with Sven Goran-Eriksson.
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      But although he loyalties might lie with Sweden rather than England, she has deep love for United.
      Sven had numerous run-ins with then United boss Fergie, so Ulrika might have found her loyalties tested during the infamous fling.
      Swede stunner Ulrika Jonsson is a United fan and famously had a fling with then-England boss Sven Goran-ErikssonCredit: Getty More

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      Raphael Varane reveals the two clubs he would leave Man Utd for as he hints where he’ll end career

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      MANCHESTER UNITED defender Raphael Varane has named the two clubs he would consider joining if he decided to leave Old Trafford in the near future.The 29-year-old, who retired from international duty last month to focus on club football, has played an integral role in Erik ten Hag’s United squad this season.
      Varane is enjoying a successful season with UnitedCredit: Alamy
      Following a slow start to the campaign, Varane has helped the Red Devils climb up to third in the Premier League table.
      He also played the full 90 minutes as United saw off Newcastle in the Carabao Cup final to end the club’s seven-year trophy drought
      However, the defender recently admitted that he has considered moving elsewhere before the end of his career.
      In an interview with GQ Magazine, he said: “I will finish my career either in Madrid, or in Manchester, or in Lens.
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      The defender hinted that he could move back to MadridCredit: Getty
      He also refused to rule out a return to LensCredit: Getty
      “I will not move to another club [other than those].
      “But Madrid seems complicated to me. Players don’t usually go back there.
      “The most likely outcome today is that I will finish [my club career] in either Manchester or Lens.”
      Varane joined Man Utd in a £42million transfer from Real Madrid in August 2018.
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      During his decade with Los Blancos he won four Champions League titles and three La Liga titles.
      But prior to his stint at the Santiago Bernabeu he enjoyed a spell with Ligue 1 side Lens, where he scored two goals in 24 appearances. More

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      Man Utd set to rival Arsenal for transfer of striker dubbed ‘the next Haaland’ and they have huge advantage over Gunners

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are set to rival Arsenal in the race to sign striker Rasmus Hojlund, according to reports.The Atalanta star has been dubbed as “the next Erling Haaland”.
      Rasmus Hojlund is wanted by a number of top clubsCredit: Getty
      He has been likened to Erling HaalandCredit: Alamy
      Man Utd supposedly have concrete interest in Hojlund and he would welcome a move to Old Trafford, giving them an advantage over potential other suitors.
      The player is a fan of the club and Sport Witness report that he said: “Now that you ask, I will not hide the fact that I am a huge Manchester United fan.
      “So personally, it would be one of the biggest things for me.”
      Hojlund is valued at over £30million by Atalanta, who signed him for half the price last summer from Austrian outfit Sturm Graz.
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      He scored a hat-trick for Denmark in their win over Finland on Thursday in his first international start.
      The three strikes added to the eight goals he has scored for the Serie A side this season.
      Man Utd are keen to add a new striker to their squad this summer and the 20-year-old is seen as more attainable than Tottenham’s Harry Kane or Napoli’s Victor Osimhen.
      Hojlund also reportedly remains on the radar of Arsenal and Real Madrid.
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      He has been compared to Haaland not just because of their Scandinavian backgrounds, but also due to his physicality while also possessing a similar burst of pace and eye for goal as the Manchester City star.
      Pundit Mike Grella said he can be even better than the Norweigian, saying: “He can do more than Haaland. Haaland is more the type who duels with the centre-backs and just scores lots of goals.
      “Hojlund can dribble past an opponent. He can keep the ball better. Hojlund can better help the team on the edge (of the penalty area) or deeper in the pitch.” More

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      Man Utd flop Alexis Sanchez reveals what Jose Mourinho offered to persuade him to snub ‘dad’ and join Red Devils

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      ALEXIS SANCHEZ has revealed Jose Mourinho persuaded him to snub Manchester City and join Manchester United by promising him the No.7 shirt.Sanchez completed a shock move to Old Trafford from Arsenal in January 2018, with Henrikh Mkhitaryan moving the other way.
      Alexis Sanchez was seemingly on course to join Manchester City from ArsenalCredit: NEWS GROUP NEWSPAPERS LTD
      But Jose Mourinho twisted Sanchez’s arm and brought him to Manchester United by offering him the No.7 shirtCredit: PA
      A reunion with former Barcelona boss Pep Guardiola at the Eithad was on the cards for the Chilean before he moved to the red side of Manchester.
      But Mourinho twisted his arm by promising him the iconic No.7 shirt.
      Sanchez said: “I was about to go to City. I spoke to Guardiola every day, he told me happy birthday.
      “He was like my dad. He was my dad at Barcelona and he was like my dad at City.
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      “We talked, we talked every day, he sent me messages.
      “And everything was ready, there was a player who was going to go to Arsenal.
      “Then [Arsene] Wenger tells me you are not leaving because the other player did not want to come and they do not have another.
      “Suddenly the cell phone rings. Mourinho tells me: ‘Alexis, here is the seven [shirt] available for you.'”
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      Sanchez incurred the wrath of the Emirates faithful with his move to Old Trafford, where he was pocketing a whopping £391,000 a week before bonuses.
      But the Marseille man insists his departure from North London wasn’t driven by financial gain.
      The 34-year-old said: “It wasn’t a money thing, so everyone knows,’ he said. ‘It was the same with United and City.
      “And he said to me here is the seven, we are playing in the Champions League and we are going to give everything.
      “I wanted to leave at that moment, but I had Guardiola’s word.
      “That’s when I said to myself, Chilean footballer playing for Manchester United, something that has never happened.
      Alexis Sanchez has no regrets about his dreadful stint at Manchester UnitedCredit: GETTY
      “With the seven of [Eric] Cantona, [David] Beckham, Cristiano Ronaldo and now a Chilean had it, it was a dream.”
      Sanchez’s failed to replicate his scintillating Arsenal form at Old Trafford, scoring five goals and providing nine assists in 45 appearances.
      And with the benefit of hindsight, he would’ve chosen the Etihad over the Theatre of Dreams.
      He said: “I don’t regret going to United. Things happen for a reason.
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      “I would have liked to have gone to City, yes.
      “We would have won the Champions League by now. In the final, I would have done something.” More