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    Antony told to copy legendary Man Utd DEFENDER to improve his game by Andrei Kanchelskis as he identifies ‘problem’

    MANCHESTER UNITED legend Andrei Kanchelskis has told Antony to learn from one of the quiet, unsung heroes of the 1999 Treble-winning team.Brazilian Antony arrived at Old Trafford from Ajax for a whopping £85.5million last summer.
    Antony has been urged to take a leaf out of a former Man United defender’s bookCredit: Getty
    Legend Andrei Kanchelskis has urged fans to be patient with the BrazilianCredit: PA:Empics Sport
    The winger, 23, has produced a rollercoaster of displays so far for United with his trickery proving to be both hit and miss with supporters and former players who are now pundits.
    Antony has scored six goals for the Red Devils and ex-United winger Kanchelskis has urged the Stretford End to be patient with the Samba star.
    Kanchelskis exclusively told Ladbrokes Fanzone: “My advice for Man United fans is to please just be patient with Antony.
    “I really believe the club have a great player in him – there’s no question about it. His problem right now is finding that consistency. One game he’s great, the next? Not so good.
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    “But he’s still so young and I’m confident he can go on to be a success at United.”
    And the now 54-year-old, who also played for Everton, Manchester City, Southampton and Rangers, also advised the attacker to take a leaf out of legendary United full-back Denis Irwin’s book.
    The ex-Russian international said: “Consistency is such a hard thing to find, though.
    “In fact, there’s only one player I can think of during my time at the club, who I can honestly say was consistently good in every single match, and that was Denis Irwin.
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    “He’s the only player I know who was at the same level in every game. I would say to all players – including Antony – that Irwin is the level of consistency you should strive for.
    “I’m very lucky to say I played with him; he’s a great guy.”
    Kanchelski added: “Antony needs time, and that’s all I ask of Man United fans: give him time. I’m sure after one season playing in England – which is a really tough place to adapt to and settle in – he can go on to be a real success. Wait for him, please; he’s a great player. 
    “When I first moved to England, it was a completely different experience for me, compared to anything I’d been used to.
    “When I think back to some of the names I came up against, those tough, old-school, English centre-backs, the Tony Dorigos and so on… it was a really tough experience.
    “My English wasn’t the best at the time, but I can remember hearing and understanding exactly what Vinnie Jones said when I first faced him and he called me a f****** w*****!
    “It was a shock to the system so I’d be lying if I didn’t say it took me some time to get used to. But I got there, and I’m grateful for my time in England, and the support I got from Man United and Everton fans.
    “I thank them so much, because I know at times I wasn’t as good as I wanted to be, but they stuck by me… and that’s what I’m asking them to do with Antony.”
    Sir Alex Ferguson signed Kanchelskis from Shakhtar Donetsk in 1991 for £650,000 and he played 123 top-flight matches, scoring 28 goals, throughout his four-year stay and won the title twice and lifted both the FA Cup and League Cup.
    Irish ace Irwin moved to United 12 months earlier than the flanker and was undoubtedly one of Fergie’s greatest ever 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 Premier 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. 
    Denis Irwin proved to be one of Sir Alex Ferguson’s best-ever buysCredit: Reuters More

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    Man Utd’s plan for Facundo Pellistri revealed as club plot for future and are willing to let him leave on loan transfer

    MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly considering offering youngster Facundo Pellistri a new contract before allowing him to go on loan next season. Pellistri arrived at Old Trafford for £9million back in 2020 and has made seven appearances for the Red Devils this season.
    Facundo Pellistri made his Manchester United debut in January.Credit: Getty
    Facundo Pellistri is still waiting for his Manchester United start.Credit: EPA
    The winger is still waiting to be handed his first start by Erik ten Hag but has impressed the Dutchman with his cameos from the bench.
    Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has reported that United are now considering offering the Uruguayan a new deal before sanctioning a loan move next season.
    Romano stressed that no final decision has been made but concrete talks would take place in April.
    The 21 year old made his debut in January during the Carabao Cup victory over League One side Charlton Athletic grabbing an assist in the process.
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    Pellistri has more recently appeared from the bench during the 4-1 victory over Real Betis in the Europa League and the goalless draw against Southampton last weekend.
    Ten Hag has been impressed by the youngster who could be getting closer to his first start.
    Speaking to MUTV after the Betis victory he said: “He is the example by deserving his position by performance on the training ground.
    “And I said the other day, I did not select him for Liverpool and it was not even totally justified because he was training that well.
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    “Now this was his moment to come on because of a longer period he performed in training. What impressed me was he came on and, straight away, showed himself.
    “When they came on, Scott [McTominay] and Pelli, it was 3-1 but 4-1 is huge, to make the extra goal. In the first moment, they did, which was brilliant.”
    Pellistri has had successive loan spells at Spanish outfit Alaves spending the entire of last season in La Liga.
    The winger didn’t find the back of the net in his 33 appearances for the club.
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    Tottenham ‘will BLOCK Harry Kane transfer exit this summer and risk Man Utd target quitting club for FREE’

    TOTTENHAM are not willing to sell Harry Kane this summer, reports claim.The Spurs talisman has been linked with a move to Premier League rivals Manchester United.
    Harry Kane is out of contract at Tottenham in the summer of 2024Credit: Rex
    But the Londoners are not willing to sell the 29-year-old in the summer, according to Sky Sports.
    Kane’s contract expires at the end of next season.
    Talks over a new deal are currently on hold, meaning Spurs may end up running the risk of losing the striker for nothing in the summer of 2024.
    It’s claimed Tottenham have no intentions of letting Kane leave the club this summer.
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    Sky claim the forward’s importance to the club is worth more than any potential transfer fee.
    Meanwhile, Manchester United are keen to avoid a long-running transfer saga.
    Reinforcements up front are needed and boss Erik ten Hag would rather bring someone in as early as possible so they can bed in with the squad.
    Although Sky say the Red Devils are keen to explore a deal if Spurs change their stance.
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    But a long-running saga with tough negotiator Daniel Levy is not a route the club wants to go down.
    Another option is reportedly going back in for Kane next January.
    If he doesn’t sign a new deal then his current contract would have just six months left to run in January 2024.
    From then he would also be free to sign a pre-contract agreement with overseas clubs, with Bayern Munich keen on the striker.
    It’s said where Spurs finish this season will go a long way to determining whether Kane extends his stay in London.
    And with Antonio Conte seemingly destined to leave, his successor is also important to whether the striker pens a new deal.
    Kane will turn 30 in July and is eager to win trophies, rather than be the centre of another rebuild. More

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    Man Utd ‘hand trial to Danish wonderkid Lasse Abildgaard with 16-year-old heading to Old Trafford NEXT WEEK’

    MANCHESTER UNITED are set to take Danish wonderkid Lasse Abildgaard on trial.The 16-year-old plays for Silkeborg but has caught the eye of scouts across Europe.
    Manchester United are set to take Lasse Abildgaard on trialCredit: Instagram / @lasse_abildgaard
    Abildgaard had a two-week trial at Ajax last November and he is now set to be given the chance to impress coaches at United.
    He will reportedly spend a week on trial at Carrington starting on Monday.
    Representatives from Silkeborg are believed to be joining the youngster in Manchester.
    Abildgaard turned 16 in February and is still yet to feature for Silkeborg’s first-team, and has instead been part of the Under-19 set-up.
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    The right winger has also appeared seven times for the Danish Under-16 national team, scoring three goals.
    The Red Devils took another youngster on loan last November – former Reading ace Princewill Ehibhatiomhan.
    The 17-year-old striker rejected a contract offer with the Royals to pursue opportunities elsewhere.
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    As well as United, he also had a trial at Chelsea and scored in pre-season matches against Leeds and Coventry.
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    He then went to Southampton, where he hit the target against Crystal Palace and Fulham. More

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    Alejandro Garnacho reveals devastating injury update after Man Utd star spotted leaving Old Trafford on crutches

    ALEJANDRO GARNACHO has provided an update on social media after suffering an injury against Southampton.The Manchester United youngster went down under a challenge from Saints ace Kyle Walker-Peters late on in Sunday’s 0-0 draw.
    Alejandro Garnacho suffered the injury following a tackle from Southampton defender Kyle Walker-PetersCredit: Rex
    Garnacho went down in pain but initially tried to play onCredit: Rex
    The teenager was eventually replaced in the last minute of the match following the tackle in the 82nd minuteCredit: Getty

    Garnacho was then spotted leaving Old Trafford on crutches after the match.
    And now the 18-year-old has revealed on Instagram that he is set for a spell on the sidelines.
    The teenager confirmed he has been forced to withdraw from the Argentina squad for this month’s internationals.
    As well as Argentina’s games against Panama and Curacao, he will also miss United’s upcoming fixtures against Real Betis and Fulham in the Europa League and FA Cup ahead of the break.
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    He did not put a timeline on his return to action.
    Garnacho wrote: “It is difficult to put into words how I’m feeling right now.
    “Unfortunately I will not be able to help my team and team mates in the upcoming games in what is a very important part of the season for us at Manchester United.
    “I am disappointed to also miss the opportunity to be with my team mates of the Argentinian National Team in what would have been a great and proud moment for me and my family.
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    “This is part of football and our profession, however, I am already focused in my recovery. 
    “God has taught me to never give up and I will make sure I am back stronger than ever!”
    Walker-Peters wished Garnacho well on social media following his challenge, while United’s Instagram account replied to the winger’s post.
    The Red Devils wrote: “A better Alejandro will emerge after this. Wishing you a safe and speedy recovery, @Garnacho7.”
    Garnacho, a 73rd minute sub, was replaced by Fred in the 90th minute after trying to play on after suffering the injury.
    The Red Devils are yet to confirm exactly how long Garnacho will be out of action for.
    After forcing his way into Erik ten Hag’s first team this season, Garnacho has scored four goals and provided five assists in 29 games in all competitions. More

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    Man Utd and Chelsea in Gregor Kobel transfer fight with Borussia Dortmund keeper seen as David De Gea replacement

    MANCHESTER UNITED and Chelsea are interested in signing Borussia Dortmund goalkeeper Gregor Kobel, according to reports.The keeper has impressed this season and likely caught the eye of Blues chiefs in their recent Champions League meeting with the German side.
    Manchester United and Chelsea want to sign Gregor KobelCredit: Getty
    Kobel has impressed for Borussia Dortmund this season
    United are also keeping an eye out for a new goalie with David de Gea in the final 18 months of his contract.
    And according to Sport1 they could make a summer move for Kobel.
    However the report adds Chelsea have held a meeting with the player’s representatives over a potential switch.
    Kobel, 26, still has three years remaining on his contract so Dortmund could demand a huge fee to let him leave.
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    The Swiss has impressed since joining from Koln in 2021 and has kept eight clean sheets in 18 games this season.
    Kobel has also committed his future to the club after speculation linked him with a move to Bayern Munich in December.
    He said: “I did not hear those stories and that’s not of interest to me either.
    “I play for Borussia Dortmund and we have big plans with BVB. That’s all I care about.”
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    United have also been linked with Leeds shot-stopper Illan Meslier, who could be available for a bargain price if the Whites are relegated.
    Sevilla star Bono is also believed to be of interest but he could cost £45million. More

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    Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti warns star midfielder is ‘untouchable’ amid Man Utd and Arsenal transfer links

    REAL MADRID boss Carlo Ancelotti has issued a hands-off warning to Manchester United and Arsenal regarding his “untouchable” midfielder.The LaLiga side are nine points behind rivals Barcelona in the title race but remain on course to successfully defend the Champions League.
    Man Utd and Arsenal have been linked with Eduardo CamavingaCredit: Alamy
    Real Madrid coach Carlo Ancelotti insists that the midfielder is ‘untouchable’Credit: Reuters
    They welcome Liverpool to the Bernabeu on Wednesday holding a 5-2 advantage from the first-leg of their last-16 clash.
    However, this summer the club are preparing for major changes to their engine room with veterans Luka Modric and Toni Kroos both expected to depart and Jude Bellingham identified as their top transfer target.
    France international midfielder Eduardo Camavinga is another to have been linked with a move.
    Man United are reportedly willing to smash their club record to sign the 20-year-old, who joined Madrid in 2021 from Rennes for £26m.
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    Arsenal are another club believed to be keen on trying to bring the youngster to the Premier League this summer after initially wanting him on loan in January.
    But despite Camavinga not being a regular starter for Ancelotti, the Italian coach is adamant that his starlet is going nowhere.

    He said: “We will not let Camavinga leave, he’s untouchable — like Modric and Toni Kroos.
    “Camavinga is untouchable for us — also in the future I’m sure he will stay that way.
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    “He makes some mistakes but he plays such good games that everyone forgets about it.”
    Meanwhile, a fresh report is claiming that Madrid have submitted their first offer to Dortmund for Bellingham worth around £123m in an attempt to usurp their rivals.
    They claim that it is worth £88m up front with the rest of the package made up in incentives.
    It adds that Bellingham was initially set on a move to the Bernabeu but has since had his head turned by the potential packages available from the Premier League.
    But Madrid now believe that the “whole matter can be resolved in the next international break at the end of March” where the ace is set to be part of Gareth Southgate’s squad for the Euro 2024 qualifiers with Italy and Ukraine. More

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    Man Utd set to make Denzel Dumfries transfer pursuit again this summer as Erik ten Hag targets Inter Milan full-back

    MANCHESTER UNITED are set to reignite their interest in long-term target Denzel Dumfries, reports suggest.That is according to Football Insider, who report that United boss Erik ten Hag remains a “huge fan” of Inter Milan star Dumfries.
    Manchester United are set to reignite their interest in Inter Milan star Denzel DumfriesCredit: Rex
    The Red Devils tried to sign the full-back during the January transfer window but couldn’t raise the necessary funds.
    The Manchester giants have received a major transfer boost with Chelsea unlikely to persist on their long-term pursuit of the Netherlands international after signing Malo Gusto.
    And Inter’s financial troubles could lead to a cut-price deal for the 26-year-old.
    However, Dumfries still won’t come cheap as he may cost a fee in the region of £40-50million.
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    Plus, the Dutchman, who has a contract until 2025, commands a salary of around £54,000 per week at the San Siro.
    The ex-PSV Eindhoven star is among a number of high-profile players that could leave Inter in the summer.
    Milan Skriniar appears set to leave on a free transfer and spark a mass clearout.
    United are likely to need a new right-back at the end of the season.
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    Diogo Dalot’s contract runs out next year and he has yet to agree new terms at Old Trafford.
    Aaron Wan-Bissaka, on the other hand, has fallen out of favour under Ten Hag.
    Dumfries has amassed a total of seven goals and 13 assists in 76 appearances across all competitions for Inter since his arrival in 2021. More