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      Man Utd told to ditch flop winger Jadon Sancho and seal Kaoru Mitoma transfer as Brighton star is ‘rare’ winger

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      MANCHESTER UNITED should get rid of Jadon Sancho and replace him with Brighton winger Kaoru Mitoma, according to Red Devils legend Paul Parker.Sancho, 23, has started just two Premier League games since October as the England star continues to struggle to settle at Old Trafford.
      Jadon Sancho is having difficulty establishing himself at Old TraffordCredit: Alamy
      Kaoru Mitoma has enjoyed a sensational first season with BrightonCredit: Reuters
      He has registered just 10 goals and four assists in 63 appearances since arriving from Borussia Dortmund for £73million in 2021.
      By contrast, Mitoma, 25, has been a standout player in the Premier League this season.
      Joining Brighton for £2.7m in 2021 before being loaned out to Union Saint-Gilloise until last summer, the Japanese international has hit the ground running since breaking into the Seagulls’ side.
      His five goals and one assist show just a fraction of the impact he has had on Roberto De Zerbi’s side and the south-coast outfit could command a big fee.
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      But Parker, who won two Premier League titles with Man Utd, believes he would be worth it as he can be a defender’s nightmare.
      Speaking to MyBettingSites, he said: “Mitoma gave Trent-Alexander Arnold a very bad time but to be fair, a lot of people have done that.
      “I really like him. He is very direct and he wants to go on the outside of his opponent, which is a rarity in today’s football. No defender wants that and he is very good at that.”
      Parker, who received 19 England caps, is aware bringing in transfer target Mitoma would likely see one of United’s forwards exit the club.
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      Erik ten Hag is blessed with an array of options either side of the frontman including Marcus Rashford, Antony, Sancho, Alejandro Garnacho, Anthony Martial, Anthony Elanga, Bruno Fernandes and Facundo Pellistri.
      But Parker insists he would have no problem with his old club axing Sancho.

      He added: “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.
      “But if he comes to the club Man United needs to figure out what to do with Rashford, who is best at the left wing. But that’s a luxury problem to have two good wingers.” More

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      How Man Utd could line up next season with David De Gea AXED and replaced by Prem ace and new star-studded attack

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      ERIK TEN HAG could name a much-changed Man United side next season with another summer transfer window under his belt.The Dutch manager is likely to be backed again after impressing in his first season in charge of the club.
      Erik ten Hag is set to be back this summer in the transfer windowCredit: PA
      Harry Kane is a top target for Man UnitedCredit: Getty
      The club may also need a replacement for David de GeaCredit: Getty
      Brentford’s David Raya could be a target for the clubCredit: Reuters
      How Man United could line up after the summer transfer window
      Ten Hag, 53, has led the club to a Carabao Cup victory and has his side still competing for a Champions League spot as well as in the FA Cup and Europa League.
      In the build-up to the next transfer window, the Red Devils have been heavily tipped to make a move for England top scorer Harry Kane.
      The Spurs star, 29, is believed to be at the top of the club’s wishlist as they look to sign a top-class No.9.
      Kane’s deal at Tottenham expires at the end of next season and United are hopeful that they can pick him up for £80million.
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      Kane would fit into the club’s style and would be in familiar surroundings with England internationals Marcus Rashford, Luke Shaw, Jadon Sancho and Harry Maguire already at there.
      Another striker option for Ten Hag is Napoli’s leading goalscorer Victor Osimhen.
      The striker, 24, has excelled in Serie A this season and has consistently been linked with a move to Old Trafford.
      The club could also have to sign a replacement for goalkeeper David de Gea.
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      The Spanish stopper, 32, could leave the club this summer and Brentford’s David Raya, 27, has been tipped as a potential replacement.
      The Bees star has already rejected two contract offers to stay at the London side and is expected to be sold.
      While Man United have also been rumoured to have an interest in Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa, 23, who is one of the highest-rated goalkeepers in Europe this season.
      Ten Hag is also reportedly on the lookout for a new midfielder that would be able to replace Marcel Sabitzer and Barcelona’s Gavi could be a decent option.
      Gavi could leave Barcelona on a free transfer this seasonCredit: Getty
      Declan Rice has also been linked with a move to Man UnitedCredit: PA
      An alternative look with other transfer targets
      The midfielder looks set to leave on a free transfer after LaLiga rejected his registration on a first-team contract due to the financial woes at the club.
      Man United have also been consistently linked with West Ham captain Decland Rice.
      The England international looks set to leave the Hammers this season, although the Red Devils will have to challenge Arsenal and Chelsea for his signature.
      Ten Hag is also desperate to sign a new right-back to upgrade on his options of Diogo Dalot and Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
      Inter Milan’s Denzel Dumfries and Bayer Leverkusen’s Jeremie Frimpong have both been reportedly looked at by the club. More

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      Man Utd, City, Chelsea and Liverpool in major Jude Bellingham transfer boost as Real Madrid set £88m limit

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      REAL MADRID have reportedly set a limit on how much they will pay for Jude Bellingham.And the news comes as a boost to Premier League rivals Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Chelsea, who are all linked with a swoop for the teenage sensation.
      Jude Bellingham is a summer transfer target for Europe’s top clubsCredit: Rex
      Spanish newspaper AS claim Real Madrid have set a limit on how much they will pay for BellinghamCredit: AS
      Spanish newspaper AS claim Real Madrid will not fork out more than £88million for Bellingham.
      The La Liga giants are adamant that they will not overpay for the 19-year-old.
      It’s thought Real hope to persuade Bellingham to snub a Premier League move and tempt him to the Bernabeu thanks to the club’s “legendary history”.
      But Real are refusing to enter a bidding war for Bellingham – on both the transfer fee and his salary.
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      The club know any potential fee is in the same sort of ballpark as what they would have to pay for a striker.
      Karim Benzema is 35-years-old and Real know buying a new goalscorer in the near future will not be cheap, meaning they do not want to overpay for Bellingham.
      Liverpool and City are reported to be the two front runners for his signature.
      Borussia Dortmund are also hopeful of keeping Bellingham for another season, and reportedly plan on offering him a contract extension with a mammoth pay rise and release clause for 2024.
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      However, Real Madrid are hopeful of reaching an agreement with Borussia Dortmund if Bellingham opts to join them.
      AS report the two clubs have an “excellent” relationship, and negotiations would not prove to be much of a problem.
      Real Madrid president Florentino Perez and Dortmund CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke are said to be good friends.
      Although Real appear prepared to miss out on Bellingham if a bidding war drives his price up past £88m. More

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      Man Utd fans fume at ‘utterly insane’ ticket prices for friendly against Wrexham in America this summer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans are furious with the ticket prices announced for the pre-season friendly against Wrexham.United will face the non-league side owned by Hollywood superstars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney in San Diego on July 26 as part of the Premier League giants’ pre-season tour of America.
      Manchester United will face Wrexham during their pre-season the USCredit: Getty
      Wrexham owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney announced the gameCredit: Reuters
      United fans are enraged with the ticket prices for the friendly with Wrexham
      But fans will have to cough up some heavy bucks to watch what is likely to be the Red Devils’ academy and fringe players take on the League Two hopefuls at the Snapdragon Stadium.
      The “utterly insane” prices led to a furious reaction by fans with the cheapest ticket costing a whopping $224 (£182).
      One fan tweeted: “Utterly insane.”
      Another commented: “The ticket prices are ridiculous.”
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      A third posted: “Man Utd ticket prices for friendly are absurd.”
      And one angry supporter added: “Wrexham vs #ManchesterUnited tickets prices are wild. Ticketmaster be bugging.”
      And in a nod to the cost of living crisis, another irate fan posted: “$300/ticket for nose bleeds after fees!!! What a joke, family of four can’t enjoy anything anymore.”
      The two clubs announced the friendly in a hilarious video showing Reynolds and McElhenney having an awkward conversation with legendary United boss Sir Alex Ferguson via Skype.
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      The two actors were so intimidated they actually ended the call thinking Ferguson was playing mind games without realising they were on mute the whole time.
      It was, of course, pure theatre for the talented actors.
      Wrexham will be hoping to be back in the EFL by the time they face the Manchester giants as they are currently jostling with Notts County in the National League.
      United, though, are currently not focused on that friendly as they will be challenging for the FA Cup as well as Europa League, while looking to seal at least third place in the Premier League. More

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      Man Utd facing Marcel Sabitzer transfer heartache as Thomas Tuchel could reject permanent move from Bayern Munich

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      MANCHESTER UNITED could miss out on the permanent signing of Marcel Sabitzer in a blow to their transfer plans.The on-loan midfielder could be kept at Bayern Munich with new manager Thomas Tuchel reportedly set to make the decision on his future.
      Marcel Sabitzer could stay at Bayern Munich this summerCredit: Getty
      New Bayern manager Thomas Tuchel will reportedly make the decision on the midfielder’s futureCredit: Alamy
      According to Fabrizio Romano, the Austrian is keen on continuing his career with Erik ten Hag as his manager.
      However, his deal with the Red Devils does not include an option to buy and therefore it will be up to Bayern and Tuchel to decide if he will be sold.
      Under former manager Julian Nagelsmann, it had seemed that Sabitzer’s career at Bayern was over, but that could now change.
      The report suggests that the final decision will be made “around May/June” time.
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      Since joining Manchester United he has become a regular member of the side, appearing in nine games in all competitions, scoring one goal.
      Sabitzer has left the door open to a permanent move to Old Trafford already since his arrival in January.
      When asked about his future, Sabitzer said: “I had to make a quick decision to join in January.
      “I was focused on this, it was clear it is just a loan until the summer.
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      “I take every game as it comes, I am very happy to be here and I will give 100 per cent.
      “Whatever happens in the summer, we will see.
      ‘I am very happy to be part of this team, this amazing club at the moment – and I feel very welcomed.” More

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      Man Utd and Tottenham in David Raya transfer boost as Brentford line up £11.5m summer replacement

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and Tottenham have been handed a boost in their attempts to sign David Raya.The shot-stopper, 27, has become one of the most sought-after goalkeepers in the Premier League after his impressive displays for Brentford.
      Manchester United and Tottenham have been linked with David RayaCredit: Reuters
      The Spanish international is keen on a challenge after turning down two contract offers to stay with the Bees.
      His current deal expires at the end of next season, and the club are now lining up a move for his potential replacement, Dutch international keeper Mark Flekken, according to reports.
      The Freiburg star has had an outstanding campaign, helping the Black Forest minnows go fourth in Germany’s Bundesliga.
      Flekken, 28, has won four caps since making his senior Holland debut last year.
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      He built his career with lower-league German clubs Alemannia Aachen, Greuther Furth and MSV Duisburg before Freiburg signed him in 2018.
      They want to offer the Enschede-born keeper a new deal, with a release clause higher than the £11.44million in his existing contract.
      Freiburg sporting director Klemens Hartenbach said: “We don’t want to leave things until May.
      “We want to clarify Mark’s situation so we can make definite plans.”
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      This is a boost for United and Spurs as Brentford will be more willing to do business without running the risk of being short in the vital position.
      The west Londoners’ scouting system has consistently seen them find top-quality players missed by their big-spending rivals.
      And Flekken could now become the latest little-known capture to shine under Thomas Frank at the GTech Community Stadium. More

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      Arsenal ‘confident they will win Declan Rice transfer race thanks to Mikel Arteta despite Man Utd and Chelsea interest’

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      ARSENAL are growing in confidence they can win the race to land their number one target Declan Rice this summer, according to reports.The West Ham captain is also attracting interest from Premier League giants Chelsea and Manchester United.
      Rice is widely expected to leave West Ham this summer with plenty of interest in his signatureCredit: Rex
      The Gunners have had a superb season so far and sit top of the Premier League eight points clear of nearest rivals Manchester City.
      The club’s owners are ready to back Arteta in the transfer market as they look to build on the progress made this season.
      According to the Evening Standard they are confident of winning the battle for Rice.
      Rice, 24, is viewed as an ideal acquisition and fits the north Londoner’s recruitment model.
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      The England international harbours ambitions to play in the Champions league, win trophies and has his best years ahead of him.
      There’s an acceptance within West Ham that their star man will leave this summer when he will only have one year left on his contract.
      Arsenal tried to sign a midfielder in January with Rice considered but they opted for Brighton’s Moises Caicedo, having two bids rejected.
      Mikel Arteta’s side will be hoping they can add to their pulling power by being able to offer Champions League football instantly and point to the Spaniard’s record of developing young players.
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      Chelsea have been long term admirers of Rice and released him as a 14 year old from their academy.
      The West Ham man also has a very close friendship with Mason Mount but the uncertainty over Mount’s future coupled with the fact Chelsea are unlikely to be playing Champion’s League football next season doesn’t help their cause.
      Interest from the Manchester clubs would further add to the competition for Rice’s signature with United having scouted him and City expected to be in the market for a midfielder this summer.
      The Hammers will be hoping the strong interest in Rice enables them to maximise the fee they can get for the midfielder but will struggle to get near the £150million they have asked for in the past. More

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      Man Utd face missing out on Kim Min-jae as Liverpool set to enter race with mammoth transfer offer for Napoli star

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have been handed a blow in their pursuit of Kim Min-jae as Liverpool have reportedly entered the race to sign the Napoli star.The defender, 26, has attracted a lot of interest this season following his impressive performances for the Serie A side.
      Liverpool are reportedly set to rival Man United for Kim Min-jaeCredit: Getty
      The defender has impressed since moving to NapoliCredit: Getty
      He also played a key role for South Korea during their run at the World Cup in Qatar.
      Clubs such as PSG and Tottenham have also been linked, but the Red Devils were believed to be the favourites to sign Kim.
      However, the Old Trafford side could be blown out of the water as Italian outlet Rai has claimed that Liverpool are intending to offer £60million for the South Korean.
      The Reds could be in the market for a new defender this summer to bolster manager Jurgen Klopp’s options.
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      This season the club has not been as solid defensively having conceded 29 goals in 26 Premier League games.
      The club were also on the end of some hammerings in the Champions League as Kim’s Napoli and Real Madrid registered impressive wins over them.
      Kim only joined Napoli last summer and is still in his first year at the club.
      And he has insisted that he is only focused on the Naples outfit, with the side favourites to win Serie A this season.
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      After South Korea’s 2-2 draw with Colombia last week, he said: “As you know, those rumours are not true at all. I want to focus on my team. I have many tournaments to play.
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      “It’s been four or 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.
      “There are so many important matches to go and right now I only want to focus on Napoli.” More