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      Man Utd legend Gary Neville slams ‘you clearly didn’t watch him play’ as he names best full-back of Premier League era

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      GARY NEVILLE has insisted that one of his former Manchester United team-mates was the best full-back the Premier League has ever seen.The ex-England right-back, now a pundit for Sky Sports, enjoyed a stellar career himself at the back for the Red Devils.
      Denis Irwin achieved legendary status during his time at Man UtdCredit: PA:Press Association
      Gary Neville insists his old team-mate was the best of the Prem eraCredit: Getty
      He won the title eight times, two Champions Leagues and a host of other honours throughout his 20 years as a player for the club.
      However, Neville has no doubts that one of his old colleagues is top of the lot when it comes to the greatest ever to grace the Premier League.
      The 48-year-old took to Twitter to discuss the recent batch of nominees for the Premier League Hall of Fame, which he was named in.
      One fan responded to him with: “Denis Irwin is criminally underrated, best full back since the Premier League began Gary or are we seeing this through red tinted glasses? I don’t think we are though.”
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      That led to Neville almost instantly replying: “Agree! Denis is the best full back in PL history! Fact.”
      Another fan then hit back with: “Neville on a wind up. Irwin wouldn’t stand a chance under a Klopp or Pep…having to defend, attack, create and assist, sorry but none better than Robbo or Trent.”
      To which Neville responded: “You didn’t watch him play then? Denis would play full back in any team of theirs! Left or Right! He didn’t give goals away, didn’t give the ball away, brilliant going forward and could take set pieces to the equal of most!”
      Irish ace Irwin moved to United in 1990 and was undoubtedly one of Fergie’s greatest signings as he proved a snip at just £625,000 from Oldham.
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      In 12 years at Old Trafford, he made 296 Premier League appearances and won seven league titles, as well as two FA Cup winner’s medals, a League Cup and the Champions league and European Cup Winners’ Cup.
      He was also an expert at both free-kicks and penalties, and he managed to score 22 league goals for the club throughout that period. 
      The now 57-year-old, who also won 56 caps for Ireland, left United for Wolves in 2002 and helped them to win promotion to the top-flight via the play-offs.
      He retired from playing at the end of the following campaign having made 75 league appearances for the Molineux outfit. More

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      Eintracht Frankfurt chief breaks silence on Man Utd transfer target Randal Kolo Muani with warning message

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have been issued a transfer warning regarding target Randal Kolo Muani.The French forward, 24, has been on United’s radar ahead of a possible summer move.
      Frankfurt star Randal Kolo Muani is being chased by Europe’s big gunsCredit: Getty
      He has scored 16 goals and produced 12 assists for Frankfurt this season following his arrival from Nantes in Ligue 1 at the start of the campaign.
      This has also seen the likes of Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich join United in the transfer chase for his signature.
      As we reported earlier this week, the Red Devils may have to fork out £105million to prise him away from Oliver Glasner’s Eintracht Frankfurt.
      However, it seems that the Bundesliga side are determined to resist all big money offers and hold on to their star man.
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      Their director of football Markus Krosche told Sport1: “We have no intention of selling Kolo Muani now. The hype about him is understandable and normal.
      “Another season with us would be good for Randal, we want to continue and not necessarily sell him.”
      But Kolo Muani dropped his biggest hint yet that he may move in the summer during an interview last week.
      He said: “We talk about it a lot already, but I try to be focused on my club.
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      “We continue our performances and we will see this summer. Afterwards, I always dreamed of playing in big clubs.”
      His form this term led to a call-up from France for the World Cup in Qatar, a few short months after he made his international debut.
      He made a strong impression in appearances off the bench in the semi-final and final.
      Kolo Muani netted a killing blow in the semi-final victory over Morocco, while he picked up an assist in the final against Argentina.
      However, he was denied the chance to win the World Cup when Emiliano Martinez saved his shot in extra time which later saw him subjected to vile racist abuse. More

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      I was outside Old Trafford ahead of huge Man Utd transfer when I was told I’d failed a medical – it was lowest I’ve felt

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Ruud van Nistelrooy has revealed how his initial attempt to join the Red Devils heartbreakingly collapsed. Now coaching Dutch side PSV, Van Nistelrooy called it the “lowest” point of his footballing career.
      Ruud van Nistelrooy has revealed how his transfer to Man Utd collapsed after failing a medicalCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Van Nistelrooy almost never got the chance to play at Old Trafford due to a knee injuryCredit: Reuters
      The Dutchman scored 150 goals across five years at the clubCredit: Action Images – Reuters
      Ahead of a proposed transfer to Man Utd in 2000, Van Nistelrooy said he was very excited to sign for the club before he received a phone call from United saying he was going to fail his medical.
      Speaking to Gary Neville on The Overlap, in partnership with Sky Bet, he said: “My first attempt signing for Manchester United was the most anxious moment in my career.
      “I did the whole medical in Manchester and we were driving up to Old Trafford to do the press conference to sign, and the phone rang.
      “I was told by the orthopaedic surgeon from United who saw the MRI that my knee was not right, he said, ‘you have to turn around and go back to your hotel, you’re not going to pass a medical’.
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      “We turned the car around and I was seeing Old Trafford right in front of me.
      “Once I got back to the hotel, the news already went out quickly to the press and there were photographers everywhere.
      “The paparazzi were outside the room trying to get pictures and I had to close the curtains.
      “I said, ‘what the freak is happening to me now’ – it felt like I was in a movie.
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      “They said they’ll call me in an hour and confirmed that I could not go through with the transfer, so I had to go back to PSV Eindhoven, and we kept on going with my training, then I collapsed.
      “I messed my whole knee up and that was live on Sky, who was there.
      “I did an exercise with heading the ball and twisted my knee. When you’re so close to something so huge that you’ve worked your whole life for, and it’s not happening, you feel the lowest.”
      Van Nistelrooy would eventually complete his move to Old Trafford a year later in 2001 when his injury had improved.
      The 46-year-old scored 150 goals across his five years in England.
      Under Sir Alex Ferguson Van Nistelrooy won one Premier League title, an FA Cup and a League Cup while winning the club’s player of the year award in his first season. More

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      I wanted to be a legend at Man Utd but I was too affected by Van Gaal… I’m mad at myself

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      MORGAN SCHNEIDERLIN has revealed his regret over his Manchester United career as he admitted he was “too affected” by former manager Louis van Gaal.The midfielder now plays his football in Australia for Western Sydney Wanderers on loan from Nice.
      Morgan Schneiderlin (right), sat alongside Henrikh Mkhitaryan (left) and Marcos Rojo, admitted all was not right at UnitedCredit: Getty
      He had long been tipped for a brilliant career after impressing during a promising seven-year stay at Southampton where he enjoyed his “happiest years”.
      But a dream move to Manchester United would fall apart within 18 months and his career has not fully recovered since.
      Now 32, Schneiderlin has opened up on where it went wrong.
      He told the Mail: “I know this time at Manchester United affected me for the longest period in my career.
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      “I was so frustrated I couldn’t give what I wanted. I had a period after at Everton when I didn’t lose the fire, but I lost a little bit inside me, I am not going to hide that. I should have managed it better.
      “You work so hard to be at the top, top level. A lot of people were telling me I would be one of the top players in the world. I had the gut feeling that I had everything to be a top player in the world. Not being able to reach that level will stay with me forever.”
      The Frenchman said he partially blamed Van Gaal, who was his boss during his first season at Old Trafford before he was replaced by Jose Mourinho.
      Schneiderlin added: “I was too affected by what [manager] Louis van Gaal was asking from me. I lost me as a player. It was not me on the field.
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      “It was not just the manager’s fault, it was my fault, too. My role was not the one I had at Southampton. I felt restricted in my game. I felt they wanted to change things in me. I was not thinking as me, I was thinking about what pleased the coach.
      “When you reach that point, every pass you make, everything you do, you don’t play free. Something stopped me from being who I was. I wanted so much to do well and it is one of the most frustrating things ever.”
      Schneiderlin’s arrival in Manchester came in the first few post-Sir Alex Ferguson years as the football giant struggled to find their footing after their legendary manager’s departure.
      The midfielder would then move to Everton in 2017 where he did briefly recover form under Ronald Koeman before eventually moving to Nice in 2020. More

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      I won the FA Cup with Arsenal and taught Fabregas how to speak English but I almost became a Man Utd player

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      PHILIPPE SENDEROS has revealed that he almost joined Man United before signing for Arsenal.The retired Swiss footballer joined the Gunners in 2003 and won the FA Cup with the club in 2005.
      Philippe Senderos could have joined Man United before signing for ArsenalCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      He also had to help Cesc Fabregas with the English language when he joined the clubCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      However things could have been different for the defender, 38, as he admitted that he went to Man United as well as being scouted by Liverpool while he was at Swiss side Servette.
      He told Ladbrokes Fanzone: “I visited Manchester United, and Liverpool came to Geneva a couple of times, but when the opportunity to go to Arsenal came along, and I visited the training ground, experienced the atmosphere around the place and heard from Arsene Wenger, there was no looking back for me.
      “Everything about Arsenal just felt right for me, so it was an easy decision, despite all the noise and rumours.
      I was only 18 when I joined up with the first team, and 19 when I made my debut.
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      “So when people look back on the majority of my time with Arsenal, before my loan moves, they forget I was only 23 or younger.
      “I was learning my trade at the highest level you could ever imagine, and I felt at home straight away.”
      Senderos was a rotaional player in the Gunners squad under manager Arsene Wenger.
      The defender made 64 appearances for the North London side before leaving in 2010 to Fulham.
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      But when he first arrived he was joined by Spanish midfielder Cesc Fabregas in his home.
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      Senderos has praised the midfielder but did reveal that he had to help him with the language when Fabregas arrived as did not speak English.
      He added: “I was living in digs with Cesc Fabregas when I first moved over, as he arrived shortly after I did, so straight away we struck up a great friendship.
      “We both helped each other settle into life in a new city, in a new country, and I’d do a lot of translating for him as he couldn’t speak English.
      “He moved to the first team very quickly and you could see straight away that he was on a level of his own.
      “It took me a little while to adapt because I faced a lot of injuries in the first full season with the club, but I loved my time there; it’s where I learned to be a professional.” More

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      Man Utd takeover LIVE: United told to DITCH Sancho for Mitoma, Rashford rubbishes 500k claims, De Gea contract UPDATE

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Paul Parker has advised the club to replace Jadon Sancho with Brighton star Kaoru Mitoma.Mitoma, 25, has been a standout player this season while Sancho has just registered 10 goals and four assists since making his £73million move from Dortmund in 2021.
      Meanwhile, talisman Marcus Rashford has rubbished claims that he is seeking £500,000-per-week to sign a new contract at Old Trafford.
      And Man United goalkeeper David de Gea has rejected a new contract at Old Trafford, according to reports.
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      Wayne Rooney praised Manchester United for moving on quickly after offloading Cristiano Ronaldo.
      Rooney added: “I suppose he got what he wanted.
      “For Manchester United, it was important to move on as quick as possible from that and really refocus on the group of players who were there and wanted to be there.
      “And I think that’s where [Erik] ten Hag has done a really good job in refocusing the players and getting them in a position where they are, obviously, comfortably in the top four, and also winning the [Carabao] Cup.”
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      Manchester United record goalscorer Wayne Rooney has said “it’s a shame how it ended” for Cristiano Ronaldo at Old Trafford.
      DC United boss Rooney told CNN about Al-Nassr superstar Ronaldo: “I think what he’s done for Manchester United is great. He’s won Premier League titles, won the Champions League, scored many goals.
      “So I think certainly for the fans and certainly for the players, his former team-mates who played with him from my time especially, we’ll never forget what he did for Manchester United.
      “In my eyes, he’ll always be a club legend and it’s a shame the way it ended of course this time round. But I don’t think that takes anything away from his legacy at the club.”
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      Manchester United have been urged to freshen up their attack by replacing Jadon Sancho with Brighton star Kaoru Mitoma.
      Former United star Paul Parker told MyBettingSites: “I would love to see him at Man United but then they have to offload some of their wingers and they could start with getting rid of Jadon Sancho. I would rather have Mitoma in the squad than him.
      “He has proven himself in the Premier League and I doubt that Sancho will ever do that.
      “I think he should go back to Germany and play in his comfort zone where he is best.”
      De Gea future
      Manchester United star David de Gea has turned down a new contract as the club attempts a pay cut on his current £375,000-a-week deal.
      According to The Athletic, United’s opening proposal has been rejected by De Gea.
      Manager Erik ten Hag is keen for the Spain international to remain his first-choice goalkeeper for many more years.
      And while the 32-year-old wants to stay at Old Trafford, he also feels his performances warrant him still being one of the best-paid players in the team.
      Rashford rubbishes claims
      Manchester United star Marcus Rashford has dismissed claims he is asking for up to £500,000-a-week in wages to extend his contract.
      Rashford tweeted: “Just before this one starts to do the rounds! It’s complete nonsense.
      “The club and myself have been respectful to one another, and that’s how it will remain.
      “My focus is purely on finishing as well as possible in the league and winning trophies.”
      Brighton’s Mitoma ‘should replace Sancho’
      Man United have been urged to freshen up their attack.
      That’s by replacing Jadon Sancho with Brighton star Kaoru Mitoma.
      Paul Parker told MyBettingSites: “I would love to see him at Man United but then they have to offload some of their wingers and they could start with getting rid of Jadon Sancho. I would rather have Mitoma in the squad than him.
      “He has proven himself in the Premier League and I doubt that Sancho will ever do that. I think he should go back to Germany and play in his comfort zone where he is best.”

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      Brighton are plotting to hand a new deal to teen sensation Evan Ferguson.
      The Ireland international is wanted by Man United, Chelsea and Liverpool after a stunning breakthrough season.
      And there is also strong interest from Spurs.
      But despite only giving him a new deal in autumn, Brighton are ready to improve Ferguson’s terms on another fresh contract immediately.
      Bellingham boost for Red Devils
      Man Utd have received a boost in their pursuit of Jude Bellingham.
      That’s because Real Madrid are only willing to spend £88million on the England star.
      United are one of several clubs hoping to sign Bellingham, who is set to leave Borussia Dortmund.
      Real are favourites to sign him, but they are only able to spent up to £88m… significantly less than what Dortmund are looking for.
      Potential United XI next season
      Man Utd are set to dip into the transfer market this summer.
      And they could line up in a totally different way next season.
      United could boast a new goalie and striker in their XI, as well as a playmaker and right-back.
      Is this how United will look under Erik ten Hag for the 2023/24 campaign?

      United in hunt for Mount
      Man United are firmly in the race to sign Chelsea contract rebel Mason Mount.
      BonusCodeBets has the Red Devils down as second-favourite for the England midfielder behind rivals Liverpool.
      Man City are third in the race for Mount, who looks likely to depart Stamford Bridge for around £50million in the summer.
      He has also been strongly linked with a Thomas Tuchel reunion at Bayern Munich.
      De Gea future remains uncertain
      Manchester United star David de Gea has rejected a new contract as the club attempts a pay cut on his current £375,000-a-week deal.
      According to The Athletic, United’s opening proposal has been dismissed by De Gea.
      Manager Erik ten Hag is keen for the Spain international to remain his first-choice goalkeeper for many years to come.
      And while the 32-year-old wants to stay at Old Trafford, he also feels his performances warrant him still being one of the best-paid players in the squad.
      United target gets Barcelona message
      Manchester United have been put on red alert after Barcelona star Ansu Fati was urged to quit the Nou Camp by his dad.
      Bori Fati said: “It bothers me how they are treating Ansu. I am very disappointed, Ansu deserved much more.
      “As a father, I see Ansu [playing] for a short time and it p****s me off but I think as a father, not as a coach.
      “I have told Ansu that it is better for him to have a change of scenery.[But] Ansu does not agree with me. He wants to stay and succeed at Barcelona.”
      Erik ‘jealous’ of flying Gunners
      Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has been accused of jealousy after bemoaning Arsenal’s luck with injuries.
      Sutton told BettingSites: “That could well be a bit of sour grapes maybe from Ten Hag.
      “I don’t think that you can say Arsenal have been lucky with injuries. The players have obviously been doing the right things and working hard.
      “Ten Hag has done well but he’s probably jealous to be looking and seeing Arsenal just miles ahead of them at the minute.”

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      Manchester United legend Sir Alex Ferguson has become the first ever manager, along with Arsenal great Arsene Wenger, to be inducted into the Premier League Hall of Fame.
      Fergie said: “It’s an honour when you receive recognition like this. However, it’s not just about me as a person.
      “It’s about the job at Manchester United and the bond we had over many years, so I’m also proud for the club, the staff and my players.
      “My job was to send the fans home happy. United’s history and my own expectations were the things that drove me, and I then had to try and develop all my players with the same expectations and make sure we could go out and achieve them.”
      Meanwhile, United star David de Gea has rejected a new contract as the club attempts a pay cut on his current £375,000-a-week deal.
      According to The Athletic, the Red Devils’ opening proposal has been dismissed by De Gea.
      Manager Erik ten Hag is keen for the Spain international to remain his first-choice goalkeeper for many more years.
      While the 32-year-old wants to stay at Old Trafford, he also feels his performances warrant him still being one of the best-paid players in the squad.
      And United have been put on red alert after Barcelona star Ansu Fati was urged to quit the Nou Camp by his dad.
      Bori Fati said: “It bothers me how they are treating Ansu. I am very disappointed, Ansu deserved much more.
      “As a father, I see Ansu [playing] for a short time and it p****s me off but I think as a father, not as a coach.
      “I have told Ansu that it is better for him to have a change of scenery.[But] Ansu does not agree with me. He wants to stay and succeed at Barcelona.”
      Finally, United have given Ten Hag the green light to bid £80million for Tottenham superstar Harry Kane.
      And the Red Devils want to wrap up a deal to sign Kane before the end of the season.
      The 29-year-old is a long-term target for the Manchester giants, who desperately want a new striker this summer after axing Cristiano Ronaldo.
      But it remains to be seen if Spurs are finally willing to sell the England captain after all those years
      Chris of life
      Manchester United star Christian Eriksen is ahead of schedule and could be back in action in just 10 days.
      Eriksen, 31, was expected to be out until May with an ankle injury he suffered.
      But the playmaker has returned to training and there is optimism around the club that he could be available soon.
      Eriksen said: “It is going well. I have just started being outside with football boots on.
      “And then we take it from there, that is the next step. I have been in the gym for some weeks now and now it is time to do the next rehab session outside.”
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      Jim in a jam
      Manchester United could miss out on Champions League qualification even if Jim Ratcliffe takes over and they finish in the top four.
      The issue stems from Ratcliffe, who is Britain’s richest man, owning Nice.
      Under UEFA rules, that would mean if the Red Devils and the Ligue 1 club both finish in Champions League qualification spots, only the side finishing higher could be allowed to enter the competition.
      So if Nice come third in France and United finished fourth in the Premier League, then Ratcliffe’s Frenchmen would make it.
      Just a Min
      Manchester United have been handed a blow in their pursuit of Napoli star Kim Min-jae as Liverpool have entered the bidding war.
      Paris Saint-Germain and Tottenham have also been linked, but United are believed to be the favourites to sign Kim.
      However, the Red Devils could be blown out of the water as Rai claim the Reds are intending to offer £60million for the centre-back.
      The Merseysiders could be in the market for a new defender this summer to bolster manager Jurgen Klopp’s options.
      Brentford’s Raya replacement
      Manchester United have been handed a boost in their attempts to sign Brentford star David Raya.
      Raya, 27, has become one of the most sought-after goalkeepers in the Premier League after his impressive displays.
      The Spain international is keen on a challenge after turning down two contract offers to stay with the Bees.
      Raya’s current deal expires at the end of next season, and the club are now lining up a move for his potential replacement.
      And Brentford have identified Freiburg star Mark Flekken.
      Marcel Sabitzer blow
      Manchester United could miss out on the permanent signing of Marcel Sabitzer, who moved to Old Trafford on loan in January.
      Sabitzer could be kept at Bayern Munich with new manager Thomas Tuchel set to make the decision on his future.
      According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the midfielder is keen on continuing his career with Erik ten Hag as his manager.
      However, the Austria international’s deal with United does not include an option to buy and therefore it will be up to the Bavarians and Tuchel to decide if he will be sold.
      Under former manager Julian Nagelsmann, it had seemed that the 29-year-old’s career at the Allianz Arena was over, but that could now change.
      Romano suggests that the final decision will be made “around May/June” time.
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      Ferguson and Wenger friendship
      Manchester United legend Sir Alex Ferguson and Arsenal great Arsene Wenger have revealed how they have put the past behind them and become good friends.
      Ferguson said: “They became a tough team to compete with and we both wanted to win, which motivated us further.
      “Through the years since retirement, we’d go for dinner together in a little restaurant he knows well in Switzerland.
      “He is a really interesting man and I enjoy his company, but it is still my job to pick the wine!”
      Gift of the Gab
      Manchester United have been dealt a transfer blow as Celta Vigo star Gabri Veiga is “dreaming about joining Arsenal”.
      According to Faro de Vigo, Napoli are “willing to activate” Veiga’s £35.2million release clause in the summer transfer window.
      But it seems that the playmaker has no desire to move to Naples – with the publication instead saying that he wants to “fulfil the dream of signing for Arsenal”.
      The Gunners are allegedly the 20-year-old’s “favourite” team and both he and his representatives like the club’s commitment towards youth and the sporting project being led by Mikel Arteta.
      Ten Hag ‘jealousy’
      Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has been accused of jealousy after bemoaning Arsenal’s luck with injuries.
      Sutton told BettingSites: “That could well be a bit of sour grapes maybe from Ten Hag.
      “I don’t think that you can say Arsenal have been lucky with injuries. The players have obviously been doing the right things and working hard.
      “They’ll be doing stuff pre-training to make sure they’re conditioned and ready to play. And then warming down correctly after games.
      “That’s not to say Manchester United players aren’t doing the same things but in some seasons you get more injuries than other seasons.
      “But you know, as a consequence of Arsenal having that continuity while they’re doing so well. Ten Hag has done well but he’s probably jealous to be looking and seeing Arsenal just miles ahead of them at the minute.”
      Rice is right
      Arsenal are becoming more confident they will win the transfer race to land West Ham star and Manchester United target Declan Rice this summer.
      Rice is also attracting interest from Chelsea ahead of the summer transfer window.
      According to the Evening Standard the Gunner are confident of winning the battle for the midfielder.
      That works as a major transfer blow for United, who are looking for midfield reinforcement.
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      Harry Kane bid
      Manchester United have given manager Erik ten Hag the green light to bid £80million for Tottenham superstar Harry Kane.
      And United want to wrap up a deal to sign Kane before the end of the season.
      The 29-year-old is a long-term target for the Red Devils who desperately want a new striker this summer after axing Cristiano Ronaldo.
      But it remains to be seen if Spurs are finally willing to sell the England captain.
      Fati transfer boost
      Manchester United have been put on red alert after Barcelona star Ansu Fati was urged to quit the Nou Camp by his dad.
      Bori Fati said: “It bothers me how they are treating Ansu. I am very disappointed, Ansu deserved much more.
      “As a father, I see Ansu [playing] for a short time and it p****s me off but I think as a father, not as a coach.
      “I have told Ansu that it is better for him to have a change of scenery.[But] Ansu does not agree with me. He wants to stay and succeed at Barcelona.”
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      Man Utd transfer target Kim Min-jae apologises for shocking post-match interview after South Korea defeat

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      MANCHESTER UNITED transfer target Kim Min-jae has issued a grovelling apology after saying he “didn’t want to focus on his national team” following a loss with South Korea.The defender, 26, made the controversial remark following his side’s 2-1 loss to Uruguay, which came just days after a draw with Colombia.
      Kim Min-jae has issued a grovelling apology to South Korea fansCredit: Rex
      Kim has been outstanding for runaway Serie A leaders Napoli this term as they close in on a first title since the Diego Maradona-inspired 1990 team.
      That has helped transform him into a national hero back in his homeland, but his legion of fans vented their anger towards him as he seemed to have little interest in discussing South Korea’s fortunes after their recent setback.
      According to Corriere dello Sport, he said: “I am mentally tired and I only want to focus on my club at the moment, not on the national team, I have nothing more to say now.”
      However, after the comments went down like a lead balloon, Kim has since apologised on social media as he blamed injury and fatigue for his response.
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      He said: “I apologise to them and the players who were surprised by my words.
      “I had a minor injury and I have recovered. I’ve played many games and I never spared myself.
      “I collapsed mentally and had an outburst. I apologise again and ask the fans always to support us.”
      United and Liverpool are two of the clubs eyeing a move for the centre-half, who has played 35 matches for Napoli since his £15.9m move from Fenerbahce last summer. 
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      However, he recently hit back at reports that he could leave at the end of the season.
      Kim, who has a £44m release clause in his contract, said: “As you know, those rumours are not true at all. I want to focus on my team. I have many tournaments to play.
      “It’s been four years I have had these rumours. It’s uncomfortable. I wish you don’t spread those stories.
      “I cannot be bothered by transfer rumours because they aren’t true. Now I’m focusing on the team, rather than that kind of nonsense.” More

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      Man Utd facing Evan Ferguson transfer blow as Brighton line up new mega contract for 18-year-old wonderkid

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      BRIGHTON are lining up a new deal for teenage star Evan Ferguson.The striker, 18, has enjoyed a sensational breakthrough season.
      Brighton are lining up a new long-term deal for hotshot Evan FergusonCredit: Rex
      Despite only agreeing a professional contract in October, the Seagulls are now preparing fresh terms to ward off any interest.
      Ferguson’s form since making the step up to the first team has caught the eye of the Premier League’s big clubs.
      Liverpool, Manchester United and Chelsea all tried to nab Ferguson ahead of Brighton when he made the move over from Bohemians in Ireland two years ago.
      And their interest has not gone away thanks to his seven goals and three assists in 16 senior appearances this season.
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      Tottenham have also been linked with a move for the Republic of Ireland international, who scored on his first start for Stephen Kelly’s side against Latvia last week.
      Despite the interest, Ferguson is keen to continue his growth at The Amex following a flying start under Italian boss Roberto De Zerbi, who has been full of praise for the young striker.

      Earlier this month, De Zerbi said: “He is unique for us in terms of quality, in terms of characteristic.
      “He knows very well the way to score. I think he can and he has to improve, in the quality of play, in ball possession, to keep the ball better.
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      “But he is 18 and he will improve for sure, because I know the guy, I know his passion, his attitude. I have no doubt.”
      Ferguson would be the latest in a host of Brighton stars to commit to new deals this season.
      Moises Caicedo, Solly March, Alexis Mac Allister and Adam Lallana have all agreed contract extensions since De Zerbi’s arrival last year.
      And Japan international Kaoru Mitoma could soon be due one as well. More