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      Ander Herrera seals permanent Athletic Bilbao transfer from PSG – and ex-Man Utd star’s move helps out Nottingham Forest

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      EX-MANCHESTER UNITED star Ander Herrera has secured a permanent move to Athletic Bilbao.That’s after the La Liga outfit activated the option to buy clause that was included in his loan move in the summer.
      Ander Herrera has signed for Athletic Bilbao on a permanent basisCredit: Getty
      He’s signed an 18 month contract until 2024.
      Herrera is currently in his second spell with Bilbao having had three years there before signing for Manchester United in 2014.
      The Spain international would spend five seasons at Old Trafford, winning the FA Cup, Carabao Cup and Europa League.
      And his form at United landed him a move to PSG, where he enjoyed a successful time of things, lifting seven domestic trophies in three years.
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      But his permanent switch to Bilbao ends his stay in the French capital.
      Although his move helped out Nottingham Forest in their pursuit of PSG goalkeeper Keylor Navas.
      That’s because Herrera’s transfer allowed the Ligue 1 leaders to loan Navas out to the City Ground.
      And FIFA rules state that clubs can’t have more than eight players over the age of 21 loaned out at the same time with PSG already at the limit.
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      Herrera has registered one assist in 11 games since returning in August.
      Bilbao are currently ninth in La Liga, but are in the semi-finals of the Copa de Rey and have a winnable tie against Osasuna on the horizon, with the winners playing Barcelona or Real Madrid. More

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      ‘It STINKS of someone who hasn’t watched him’ – Rio Ferdinand slams Paul Merson over claiming Sabitzer is ‘panic buy’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Rio Ferdinand lambasted Paul Merson’s heavy criticism of January signing Marcel Sabitzer.Sabitzer joined United on deadline day following a loan deal with Bayern Munich and will replace Christian Eriksen, who has been ruled out for three months with an ankle injury.
      Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand slammed Paul Merson’s Marcel Sabitzer criticismCredit: Getty
      Paul Merson described Marcel Sabitzer’s arrival at Manchester United as a “panic buy”Credit: Rex
      Marcel Sabitzer joined Manchester United on loan from Bayern MunichCredit: Getty
      Merson wasn’t impressed with the Red Devils’ signing as he labelled the midfielder as a “panic buy” and a “fourth-rate player”.
      Merson told Sky Sports: “He doesn’t get in the Bayern Munich team, as the manager just said. He’s way off that. 
      “Their two in midfield is cemented but if he was that good, he’d be pushing. So again it goes back to panic. There was no interest in him on January 1st. Now, it’s a panic buy.
      “Eriksen has just got injured. It’s a panic. You’re buying fourth-choice Bayern Munich players. For me, I’m not sure about that. He doesn’t get into the Bayern Munich team.
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      “If I’m a Manchester United fan or a Chelsea fan, I’d be looking and going, he doesn’t get anywhere near Bayern’s first team.”
      But Ferdinand strongly disagrees with the Arsenal hero’s comments as he said they “stink of someone who hasn’t seen him play”.
      The legendary defender insists Sabitzer is an ideal replacement for Eriksen after a “sensational” seven-year stint at RB Leipzig.
      The ex-England international admits the 28-year-old “hasn’t tore it up” at Bayern since his arrival in 2021 but that is due to the immense competition he faces in the pecking order.
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      Ferdinand told Vibe with FIVE: “If I was trying to get a short-term replacement for Eriksen at the drop of a hat, Sabitzer is the player I would get.
      “I watched a hell of a lot of this player when he was at RB Leipzig and he was sensational.
      “He was integral to everything they did. Yes, he’s gone to Bayern and hasn’t tore it up there or become a regular but the players he’s behind are big, household names.
      “He will be a really good signing for Man United. He’s an experienced player who has played in big games, Champions League games.
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      “For me, those comments [from Merson] stink of someone who hasn’t seen him play. This guys knows how to play football.
      “You don’t get signed by Bayern Munich if you’re a chump. He’s a really, really good footballer.
      “Manchester United couldn’t have done any better, I don’t think.” More

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      Man Utd Premier League title winner makes transfer return to first club aged 33 as former side hail ‘world-class’ star

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      MANCHESTER UNITED hero Shinji Kagawa has rejoined childhood club Cerezo Osaka after a successful career in Europe.Kagawa, 33, returned to his homeland after a short stint at Sint-Truiden with his career seemingly coming full circle.
      Ex-Manchester United ace Shinji Kagawa returned to Cerezo OsakaCredit: Mark Robinson – The Sun
      Osaka’s website announced: “Shinji Kagawa – He’s HOME!
      “We are pleased to announce that Shinji Kagawa will join from Sint-Truiden on a permanent transfer.
      “A press conference will be held on February 11.”
      Kagawa’s former club issued a touching farewell as they described him as a “world-class player”.
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      Sint-Truiden’s sporting director Andre Pinto said: “We are honoured that such a world-class player as Kagawa has been a part of Sint-Truiden.
      “Shinji regularly showed his class during his time with us, and he was also a mentor to our young players.”
      Kagawa kicked off his professional career with Osaka in 2006 at the tender age of 17 years old and amassed a whopping total of 57 goals as well as 17 assists in 127 appearances.
      That earned the midfielder a blockbuster move to Borussia Dortmund in 2010.
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      The former Japan international won two consecutive Bundesliga titles with Dortmund in 2011 and 2012, which is when he undertook the biggest challenge of his career.
      That was when he joined United on Sir Alex Ferguson’s final year in charge.
      Kagawa won the Premier League and the Community Shield with the Red Devils in 2013.
      The Japanese star left Old Trafford just a year later, with six goals and 10 assists in 57 appearances under his belt.
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      Shinji Kagawa joined Manchester United in 2012 and spent two yearsCredit: PA:Empics Sport
      Kagawa returned to Dortmund and stayed for another five years, one of which he spent on loan at Besiktas.
      He then underwent short spells at Real Zaragoza, PAOK and of course Sint-Truiden. More

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      Marcel Sabitzer’s agent warns Man Utd midfielder can be ‘unpleasant’ but is a ‘killer’

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      MARCEL SABITZER’S agent has warned Manchester United that new signing Marcel Sabitzer can be “unpleasant” when he’s not playing.But the star from Bayern Munich is a “killer” when he gets going on the field.
      Man Utd have been told Marcel Sabitzer is ‘unpleasant’ when not playingCredit: Getty
      Sabizter, 28, completed a shock deadline day move to Old Trafford after United discovered Christian Eriksen would be sidelined until May.
      The versatile midfielder is likely to slot straight in the side next to Casemiro.
      But Sabitzer can also operate further forward or on the wing.
      It means Erik ten Hag will be tempted to thrust him straight into the action tonight against Nottingham Forest.
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      And the Dutchman is sure to heed warnings from Sabitzer’s agent about the Austrian’s expectations over game time.
      Roger Wittmann helped to negotiate his client’s move to the Red Devils.
      But he admits Sabitzer can be “unpleasant” if he’s left to rot on the bench.
      The former RB Leipzig captain will be eager to express himself on the field as soon as possible.
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      And Wittmann adds Sabitzer turns into a “killer” when he gets the chance to play for his side.
      Wittmann said: “He’s the most unpleasant person to be around when he’s not playing.
      “He hates it when he loses. That’s the bottom line. Character-wise, the kid is a killer.
      “That’s what players who always want to win look like.” More

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      Three formations Man Utd could use to get best out of Marcel Sabitzer after loan transfer and Eriksen injury

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      MANCHESTER UNITED secured the loan signing of Marcel Sabitzer on transfer deadline day.And Erik ten Hag now has a versatile star to call upon for a host of tactical plans.
      Man Utd could potentially line up with new loan signing Marcel Sabitzer in three waysCredit: Getty
      Versatile Sabitzer is most likely to line up in a midfield two with Casemiro
      Sabitzer, 28, was poached from Bayern Munich following the news that Christian Eriksen had been ruled out injured until May.
      Despite reports of interest from Chelsea, United moved quickly to strike terms with the player and his club.
      And despite cutting it close to the deadline, the Red Devils managed to get a deal done for Sabitzer on time.
      A box-to-box midfielder by trade, Sabitzer is most likely set to slot in as Eriksen’s direct replacement alongside Casemiro.
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      That would allow United to keep their most tried-and-trusted shape under Ten Hag.
      But Sabitzer started life as a right winger at RB Leipzig.
      And he could be an option ahead of Antony and Jadon Sancho on the flank if Ten Hag wants more midfield control with Fred or Scott McTominay.
      Sabitzer is equally capable of playing as an attacking No10 behind the striker.
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      Sabitzer could be an option for United on the right wing
      Another option is to play Sabitzer as a No10, allowing Bruno Fernandes to go wide
      That position tends to be occupied by Bruno Fernandes.
      But the Portuguese maestro has also shown he can dictate play from out wide.
      And that could allow a tactical shuffle for Marcus Rashford to go up top, with Tyrell Malacia overlapping Fernandes as a wing-back.

      It now remains to be seen when Sabitzer makes his debut, with a starting spot in tonight’s Carabao Cup semi against Nottingham Forest unlikely.
      But Saturday’s home match against Crystal Palace could provide the perfect opportunity, with United then hosting rivals Leeds next week. More

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      Man Utd complete loan signing of Bayern Munich star Marcel Sabitzer as club leave it late on transfer deadline day

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have confirmed the signing of Marcel Sabitzer from Bayern Munich.Sabitzer, 28, joins on loan from Bayern Munich until the end of the season.
      Manchester United have confirmed the loan signing of Marcel SabitzerCredit: Getty
      There is not an an option or obligation to buy the 68-cap Austria international included in the switch.
      United did not announce the move before the 11pm deadline, but submitted a deal sheet to give them an extra hour to get it over the line.
      Speaking upon joining United, Sabitzer said: “Sometimes in life you have to make quick and important decisions.
      “From the moment I heard about this opportunity I knew it was right for me. I am a competitive player; I want to win and help the club achieve its aims this season. 
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      “I feel that I am at my peak as a player, and that I can contribute a lot of experience and energy to the squad.
      “I’m excited to start with my new teammates and manager and to show my qualities to Manchester United fans.” 
      John Murtough, Manchester United Football Director, said: “Marcel is a player that we have watched for a long time. The opportunity arose quickly, and we knew that he was someone with the ability and character to make an impact.
      “He adds further quality to our squad and experience to the dressing room, and all of us are pleased to be welcoming him to Manchester United.”
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      The Red Devils dipped into the transfer market on deadline day after Christian Eriksen was ruled out for three months with an ankle injury.
      An agreement was reached on Tuesday for Sabitzer to join on a short-term deal.
      Sabitzer was seen at Munich airport earlier on Tuesday evening before jetting to the UK.
      Thousands of excited United fans then tracked a private plane, believed to be carrying the new signing, as it flew to Manchester.
      It landed shortly before 8pm, before Sabitzer arrived at United’s Carrington HQ around an hour later.
      Sabitzer joined Bayern in the summer of 2021 from RB Leipzig, but has struggled to nail down a regular starting spot.
      He has made just seven league starts this season, the last of which came against Borussia Dortmund in October.
      However, Eriksen’s injury means Sabitzer could slot straight into the team.
      Boss Erik ten Hag is said to be a fan of the Austrian and United considered signing him last summer. More

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      ‘Doesn’t belong on a football pitch’ – Man Utd boss Erik Ten Hag RAGES at Andy Carroll after injuring Christian Eriksen

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      ERIK TEN HAG has torn into Andy Carroll for his reckless challenge that KO’d Christian Eriksen for at least three months.The Manchester United boss said the Reading striker’s actions did not belong on a football pitch.
      Christian Eriksen has been ruled out for up to three monthsCredit: Rex
      And Erik ten Hag was furious with Andy Carroll after the challengeCredit: Rex
      And asked if the former Newcastle and Liverpool player deliberately set out to hurt his United stars, as he later ended up with a red card, Ten Hag was not letting him off the hook.
      Ten Hag said: “I think it was quite clear what my thoughts were.”
      Carroll scythed down Eriksen with a reckless challenge early in the second-half of United’s 3-1 FA Cup fourth-round victory over Reading on Saturday.
      While he escaped punishment for that, Carroll would receive yellow cards and a subsequent red for fouls soon after on Tyrell Malacia and then Casemiro.
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      Ten Hag said: “I think football has to set restrictions that protect the players.
      “What football wants is the best players to be available on the pitch.
      “This is a tackle — and the two tackles after it — that don’t belong on a pitch, because there is a high risk of injuring your colleague.
      “So it’s worse and I’m left wondering about that.”
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      The Red Devils boss added that he was still mystified how Jean-Philippe Mateta of Crystal Palace was not booked for an elbow on Lisandro Martinez in United’s recent trip to Selhurst Park.
      He said: “I’m also wondering more, when we were at Palace, when there was an elbow on Lisandro Martinez.
      “I don’t believe there was even a whistle for a free-kick and I’m wondering about such things, because it’s a risk of injury for the player.”
      Eriksen injured an ankle as he was felled by Carroll and United have confirmed  he will not be available until at least the end of April and maybe into the last month of the season, May.
      It is a major blow for Ten Hag to lose the in-form Danish playmaker particularly with Donny van de Beek out for the rest of the season and Scott McTominay sidelined for over a fortnight with a muscle problem.
      This is a tackle — and the two tackles after it — that don’t belong on a pitch, because there is a high risk of injuring your colleague.Erik ten Hag
      Which is why he had a late deadline day scramble to get Bayern Munich’s Marcel Sabitzer.
      Earlier in the day Ten Hag explained the reasons for needing 28-year-old Austrian international midfielder Sabitzer.
      He said: “You can set the squad up but then in January, Donny is out for the rest of the season and Christian for part of the season and also Scott McTominay is not available for a week, two weeks, even longer. So we have a challenge there. We have quality players there, that is obvious, but the depth is not there anymore.”
      Ten Hag knows Fred can make an impact in Eriksen’s place and has faith his combination with Casemiro that works so well for Brazil can also do the trick for United.
      He said: “Fred’s playing together with Casemiro in the Brazil squad, that’s not the worst squad in the world.
      “They have so many choices they can make, but they play together and that tells you something about the quality Fred has.”
      They could pair up tonight in United’s Carabao Cup semi-final second leg against Nottingham Forest.
      Despite a 3-0 advantage from the first leg at the City Ground, Ten Hag insists he is still going to field a strong side to ensure the momentum gathered from a run of 11 wins, one draw and one defeat in the last 13 games is maintained.
      He said: “We have a perfect chance to go to Wembley and therefore we have to focus. It will be a strong team.
      “We have momentum and want to keep the process going.
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      “Nottingham Forest are a good team they have real good depth in their squad, they can do things differently and we have to be prepared for that.”
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      Liverpool legend fires warning to Man Utd over transfer as Red Devils complete loan signing of Sabitzer

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      LIVERPOOL legend Dietmar Hamann has warned Manchester United that Marcel Sabitzer may not have an immediate impact at the club.Man Utd confirmed Sabitzer has been signed on loan shortly after midnight on transfer deadline day.
      Dietmar Hamann has warned Manchester United ahead of a loan move for Marcel SabitzerCredit: Getty
      Hamann has claimed Sabitzer could struggle to have an instant impactCredit: PA:Empics Sport
      The Red Devils were forced into a deadline day swoop after Christian Eriksen was ruled out for three months with an ankle injury.
      An agreement with Bayern Munich was reached this afternoon, although there is no option or obligation to buy.

      Sabitzer, 28, agreed personal terms with United on the temporary switch before being seen at Munich airport on Tuesday evening ahead of his arrival at Old Trafford.
      But 2005 Champions League winner Hamann, 49, has claimed Sabitzer could struggle to be an instant hit.
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      However, with the deal a straight loan until the end of the season, Sabitzer has no choice but to hit the ground running.
      Hamann told Sky Sports: “He [Sabitzer] is a very energetic player, he has got a good engine, he can nick a goal, I think his best position is probably a bit further forward.
      “I don’t think he is a defensive or a holding midfielder.
      “I am pretty surprised Chelsea and Manchester United are interested because I am not sure he will help them straight away.
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      “He is a good squad player to have but whether he makes an immediate impact I’m not sure.”
      Hamann continued: “He is certainly not a player to replace Christian Eriksen, I think he is a box-to-box player who has got a good engine, he’s very versatile, he played full-back at times.”
      However, Hamann added that Sabitzer does have the potential to be a “very good player” for the Red Devils.
      Chelsea were also rumoured to be interested in the Austrian, who joined Bayern 18 months ago from RB Leipzig.
      But Hamann claimed Sabitzer does not have the same ability as Conor Gallagher, who has been linked with a move to Newcastle and Everton.
      He added: “I think he [Sabitzer] would be a very good player for Manchester United to have but at the same time I am very surprised Chelsea are thinking of offloading Conor Gallagher and going for Sabitzer because I don’t think he is in Gallagher’s league.”
      Sabitzer has played 24 games in all competitions for Bayern this season, but has started just seven Bundesliga games. More