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      Man Utd told to fork out £18m transfer fee for Marcel Sabitzer if they want to land Bayern Munich star in summer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have been told by Bayern Munich how much it would cost to sign Marcel Sabitzer on a permanent basis according to reports. Sabitzer joined the Red Devils in a deadline day loan moan following the news that Christian Eriksen would be out until April or May with an ankle injury.
      Marcel Sabitzer in action for Manchester United against Leeds.Credit: AFP
      Marcel Sabitzer in action for Manchester United.Credit: Rex
      The Austrian midfielder was thrown into action quicker than he may have envisaged after Casemiro picked up a three-match ban for his red card against Crystal Palace.
      He made his debut from the bench in that same game and was handed his first start against Leeds and impressed in Erik Ten Hag’s midfield.
      German outlet Sport Bild have reported that the German champions are asking for a fee of £18million for the Austrian international but would be open to negotiating in the summer.
      The German outfit will be keen to make a profit on a player who has featured for them 54 times.
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      The report added that Bayern feel £18million is a fair price for a player they paid £14million for in 2021 from Bundesliga rivals RB Leipizig.
      Sabitzer himself has admitted that he would be open to making his stay in Manchester permanent.
      He said: ” It’s a loan at the moment, that’s all I can say. I like it here. I’m feeling very good here.
      “I like the team, I like the club, the atmosphere in Old Trafford. We will see what happens in the summer.”
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      Sabitzer and Manchester United are next in action on Sunday when they host Leicester City at Old Trafford. More

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      Man Utd fan branded ‘clown’ as Barcelona supporters get own back on him over taunts during 2-2 draw

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      A MANCHESTER UNITED supporter “got what he deserved” after a Barcelona fan nicked his hat while he was goading them.Erik ten Hag’s Red Devils earned a 2-2 draw at the Nou Camp last night in the first leg of the Europa League play-off. 
      A goading Man Utd fan got more than he bargained for at BarcelonaCredit: Twitter @HooligansTV_eu
      The fan was left red-faced and it was all caught on cameraCredit: Twitter @HooligansTV_eu
      Thousands of United fans made the trip to Spain to see them take on one of the Catalan giants.
      However, one got a little bit too cocky after the result as they made their way over to the flexi glass that separated the away end from the home spectators.
      The man began slapping the glass as Barca fans exited just inches away from him, and then he began singing: “You’ve seen United, now f*** off home.”
      Several ignored him, although one did punch the other side of the glass, but the United follower remained undeterred.
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      And soon enough one Barcelona supporter decided that they had had enough of it as he quickly darted over to the glass and snatched the hat off the head of the annoying visitor.
      Other Barca spectators began laughing, but United fans soon joined in and jeered before the hapless individual grabbed his own shirt and pulled it over his head.
      But the humiliated man remained undeterred.
      He soon restarted his chants – but unfortunately for him others were on hand to capture the whole moment on camera phone.
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      And the clip of the incident soon went viral, with 323k views at the time of writing.
      “What a clown,” declared one Twitter user after watching it.
      Another commented: “What a weapon – now he’s going home with that haircut on full display.”
      While another wrote: “That awkward moment when you’ve been embarrassed but don’t know what to do so you put your shirt over your head to make out your not bothered.” More

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      Barcelona boss Xavi shares private messages to Erik ten Hag after Man Utd draw in Europa League

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      BARCELONA boss Xavi has revealed what he told Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag after the two European juggernauts played out a 2-2 draw in the Europa League.The two sides met at the Camp Nou on Thursday in an enthralling round of 32 first leg clash.
      Xavi has revealed what he privately told Erik ten Hag after the 2-2 drawCredit: Getty
      Ex-Chelsea ace Marcus Alonso handed Barcelona the lead in the 50th minute.
      But Marcus Rashford inspired a Red Devils comeback, equalising two minutes later.
      Rashford then forced Jules Kounde to turn the ball into the back of his own net in the 59th minute to hand Man Utd the lead.
      Former Leeds main man Raphinha came to Barca’s rescue, though, scoring 14 minutes from time.
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      After the game, Xavi revealed he congratulated Ten Hag, who appears to have United on an upward trend.
      Barca are on a similar trajectory themselves, topping LaLiga by eight points.
      Xavi says a Barca-Man Utd clash can be Champions League final-worthy in the future.
      He said after the draw: “It was a really tough game with a lot of passion and intensity.
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      “We have to be proud because we competed until the end. We played against a top team in Europe.
      “Manchester [United] is coming back and today they showed their best version.
      “Both teams are more or less in the same position. We are coming back.

      “I told Ten Hag congratulations because he is doing very well.
      “It can be a final or semi-final in the future Champions League.”
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      Man Utd and Chelsea on Neymar transfer alert ‘with PSG winger available to leave this summer for huge fee’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED and Chelsea have reportedly “been alerted” to the possibility of signing Brazilian superstar Neymar.The 31-year-old’s club Paris Saint-Germain are five points clear at the top of the Ligue 1 table but are on their worst run for 12 years.
      A report states Prem clubs have been alerted to Neymar’s potential availabilityCredit: Getty
      PSG suffered a 1-0 home defeat to Bayern Munich in the first leg of their last-16 Champions League clash this week.
      The Bayern setback marked a third straight defeat in all competitions for PSG – the first time that has happened since 2011.
      Neymar, who was slammed for enjoying a McDonald’s and hitting a casino after the midweek loss, was involved in a dressing-room row with chief Luis Campos on Sunday after being beaten 3-1 at Monaco.
      And that result came after the 2-1 setback at Marseille in the last-16 of the French Cup.
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      Now 90 Mins are claiming that the forward could be offloaded by PSG at the end of the campaign.
      Neymar, the world’s most-expensive footballer, is believed to be under contract at Parc des Princes until 2027.
      However, the French giants “are understood to be open to his possible departure” and “sources have confirmed to 90min that a number of Premier League sides have been spoken to over a potential deal”.
      They state that “intermediaries are believed to have spoken with Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Newcastle” to inform them of the Samba star’s interest in playing in the Premier League.
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      And this fresh report also adds that “Neymar’s name is also understood to have been mentioned during a recent meeting between Chelsea co-owner Todd Boehly and PSG counterpart Nasser Al-Khelaifi”.
      Neymar has scored 17 goals and produced 16 assists in his 28 appearances this term. More

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      Tottenham legend Chris Waddle issues Harry Kane warning to Man Utd and explains why Chelsea spent too much on Fernandez

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      CHRIS WADDLE warned Manchester United that Tottenham superstar Harry Kane may not fit manager Erik ten Hag’s style.United continue to be linked with a sensational swoop for Kane, who is entering the final year of his contract in the summer and Ten Hag has prioritised the signing of a striker.
      Chris Waddle believes Tottenham star Harry Kane may not fit Manchester United’s styleCredit: Rex
      But Spurs legend Waddle has warned the Red Devils that the England captain could struggle to adapt to the Dutch tactician’s pressing on the ball.
      However, the 62-year-old insists the star centre-forward could still bring goals, especially if Ten Hag found a way to include him to his tactics.
      Waddle told SunSport: “It would be a bit of a strange one; Harry Kane’s a great footballer and his goal record is phenomenal, I think he could fit into most teams.
      “But normally I’ve got to say that Ten Hag likes somebody who starts the pressing, that’s why he’s brought in Wout Weghorst. Obviously he’s not Harry Kane but the lad works very hard, he brings players up the field.
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      “He likes to go and press and that starts Man Utd’s game plan. I don’t think that’s Harry Kane’s strength, turning and chasing different centre-halves down, he’s a different type of player.
      “If you’re going to play a different style of football then obviously Harry Kane, as he does for Tottenham, he wants to come off the centre-halves and link the play, gets into little pockets where he’s hard to pick up.
      “So, it would be a strange one I think for Ten Hag given the way he likes to play. It would look strange how Harry Kane would actually fit in with the way he plays. But he’s obviously a goalscorer and Man Utd want somebody.
      “I know Marcus Rashford’s doing it at the minute but they need somebody up there whose going to get 20 goals plus every season.”
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      Waddle, though, hinted United would be “taking a risk” if they tried to sign Kane in the summer, especially if they expect him to lead them to trophies.
      That is because of the 29-year-old’s advanced age and his high asking price.
      Waddle added: “It’s a hard one. Listen it’s going to cost a lot of money to get him out of his contract, whether these clubs are willing to pay.
      “I think he’s 29 now, so it’ll be his last big contract for a four or five-year deal I’d think. It’s a big decision for any club to say we want Harry Kane. I understand why a lot of big clubs are linked with him, because as I said he’s a very good player.
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      Chris Waddle believes Manchester United may be taking a risk with Harry KaneCredit: Getty
      “You’re taking a risk on him aren’t you, so it’s basically shelling out money to win honours. Now if you’re winning trophies then it’s been worthwhile, but if you don’t win trophies then a lot of people will say it wasn’t money well spent.
      “Everybody is a gamble at modern day prices, but the one thing with Harry Kane is that he is proven, and I’m sure Man Utd would be buying a player who could easily fit into Man Utd.”
      Kane would command a high fee, but no one has cost more than Premier League record signing Enzo Fernandez who joined Chelsea from Benfica for £107million in January.
      Waddle was impressed with Fernandez’s performances at the 2022 World Cup, where he helped Argentina win the title and was awarded as they competition’s best young player.
      But the former England international believes the 22-year-old’s fee should have been splashed for someone closer to the calibre of a proven star like Lionel Messi.
      Waddle said: “Well it was a lot of money, I watched him in the World Cup but, obviously Messi was a star for them. You look at their team and he’s not somebody who catches the eye.
      Chris Waddle hinted Chelsea should have spent Enzo Fernandez’s fee for a bigger starCredit: Rex
      “He’s a player who works hard, he’s a very good passer of the ball, he keeps the ball very well. He’s got a few different attributes than Jorginho had or Mateo Kovacic. I wouldn’t say he was streets ahead of them, so time will tell.
      “Chelsea will be good, because the players that they have signed are good players, but it’s going to take time which is why I’m waiting for them to kick in.
      “Would I say they’ve spent too much money on him? I’d probably say that about a lot of players. For me, he’s got to score goals, he’s got to make goals, he’s got to be an unbelievable player all over the park.
      “He’s not a dribbler, he’s not an exciting player, which then people might think if he’s playing at an average level then people will say why have you paid that much money?
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      “For me paying £110-115m, you need someone like Lionel Messi for that money, and he’s definitely not Lionel Messi.”
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      Gavi shoves Man Utd star Bruno Fernandes to the ground in off-the-ball incident but escapes VAR punishment

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      BARCELONA ace Gavi escaped punishment from VAR after shoving Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes to the ground.United picked up a 2-2 draw against Barca at the Nou Camp in the first leg of their Europa League Round of 32 clash.
      Barcelona’s Gavi and Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes collided off the ball
      Gavi shoved Fernandes to the ground but escaped VAR punishment
      And Red Devils fans were left baffled that the off-the-ball clash between the Spain international and Fernandes was ignored.
      The Portugal international cheekily caught Gavi on the back of the ankle.
      But the 18-year-old didn’t take it well and responded with a left on Fernandes’ back.
      The United playmaker went down but no action was taken by referee Maurizio Mariani or Massimiliano Irrati on VAR.
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      Fans were left puzzled and took to Twitter to express their bewilderment.
      One supporter tweeted: “Red card to Gavi how can he floor Fernandes like that?”
      Another commented: “Gavi gets no yellow card for hitting Bruno Fernandes?”
      A third posted: “Gavi thought he was whinging s***house? Meet Bruno Fernandes.”
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      This fan wrote: “Bruno Fernandes is not going to take a liking to Gavi.”
      And that one tweeted: “Gavi’s been instructed to wind up Bruno Fernandes, Xavi knows he can upset Bruno and Gavi is the ultimate wind-up. Brilliant.”
      Gavi, though, didn’t escape a booking during the match and will be suspended from the return fixture at Old Trafford next week.
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      ‘I find it incredible’ – Fuming Xavi claims Barcelona were denied ‘clear’ penalty against Man Utd

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      BARCELONA manager Xavi was left fuming as he felt his side were denied a clear penalty against Manchester United.The Spaniard claimed that Red Devils midfielder Fred handled the ball in the box and that referee Maurizio Mariani should have pointed to the spot.
      Xavi claims that Barcelona should have had a penalty against Manchester UnitedCredit: Rex
      The ball appeared to hit midfielder Fred’s arm in the 85th minuteCredit: Twitter
      In the 85th minute, Barcelona star Sergio Roberto had a header in the United box and replays suggested that the ball scraped the outstretched arm of Fred.
      If a penalty was given it could have handed the LaLiga giants an opportunity to win the Europa League first leg at the Nou Camp.
      After the game, Xavi said: “Fred’s handball? It’s a penalty, it’s very clear.
      “They didn’t give it to us in Milan in the Champions League, I don’t know what we have to do.
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      “And they tell us that they have checked it, I find it incredible, incredible.”
      VAR did look at the incident, but did not decide to overturn the on-field decision.
      Erik ten Hag was also left angry with referee Mariani for missing a foul on Marcus Rashford on the edge of the hosts’ box.
      The Dutch manager was booked for making his feelings clear during the game, with many fans sending their support to him on social media.
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      The two sides will face off in a mouthwatering second leg next Thursday at Old Trafford.
      Neither side have a score advantage due to there not being the away goal rules in the Europa League.
      Marcos Alonso scored the opening goal of the game in the 50th minute before United fought back.
      Rashford scored the equaliser in the 52nd minute and a Jules Kounde own goal put them in the lead seven minutes later.
      However, former Leeds star Raphinha’s cross in the 76th minute managed to evade everyone and level the tie. More

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      Man Utd share price SOARS by £334m as Qatar ready £5bn deadline day bid in takeover battle with Ratcliffe and Saudis

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      MANCHESTER UNITED’s share price soared by £334million in a DAY as Qatar investors plan a £5billion bid for the club.This interest has had a huge effect on the Red Devils’ share price as a deadline for takeover bids is reached.
      The Glazers are set to receive bids to buy Manchester UnitedCredit: AP
      A group of Qatari investors are set to bid £5billion for the clubCredit: Reuters
      Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani is at the head of the Qatari groupCredit: Getty
      The price had been £19.87 per share, but after the jump the price has risen to £20.35 per share, an increase of over three per cent.
      The increase is more than what was paid by PIF to take Newcastle off the hands of Mike Ashley, according to football finance expert Kieran Maguire.
      The Qataris are set to lodge their £5bn bid for the club ahead the Glazers’ self-imposed deadline of 10pm on Friday, according to Bloomberg.
      They will have to compete with interest from Saudi Arabia, the USA as well as from United supporter and billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
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      The Qatar investor group had reportedly been interested in buying Liverpool but after failure, have reportedly put all their focus on acquiring the Red Devils.
      The failed bid to buy rivals Liverpool was reported by Qatar-based journalist Mohammed Al-Kaabi.
      Both clubs are on the market as they look to compete with Manchester City and Chelsea’s millions in the summer transfer window.
      The Qataris had hoped to take full control from John W. Henry’s Fenway Sports Group at Anfield.
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      However, Liverpool’s American owners have reportedly refused to give up majority control in any sale.
      This goes against the wishes of the Qataris, who apparently want much more than a minority stake in any club.
      And it’s reckoned they are now focused on a complete takeover at United instead.
      Meanwhile, CBS adds that the Qataris and Liverpool never reached advanced negotiations and no concrete bid was made.
      And any offer made for United is likely to come under the Glazers’ valuation.
      The Glazers are hoping for a full sale of United for around £6billion.
      But Uefa were today urged to block any offer from the Middle Eastern country due to concerns over Qatar’s ties to Paris Saint-Germain.
      However, it’s reckoned European football’s governing body will not KO a bid from Qatar.
      Two clubs competing in the same competition cannot be controlled by the same owners. If they were, one of PSG or Manchester United would have to sit out of the Champions League.
      It’s not clear if the group interested in buying Manchester United have any link with Qatar Sports Investments, the owners of PSG.
      Investors from Qatar would join Arab compatriots like Saudi Arabia and the UAE in splashing the cash in the Premier League.
      Newcastle have Saudi owners while Man City are controlled by the UAE.
      The Telegraph report that a Saudi Arabian bid is imminent.
      Any new owners will have to go some way to match the £600million spent by Chelsea’s American backers, with Todd Boehly prepared to find even more for a new striker this summer.
      Ratcliffe has been interested in buying the club since news that the Glazers were willing to part with it.
      The OCG Nice owner is a Man United supporter, however The Times report suggests that he faces a big challenge beating the Qataris to being the new owner of the club.
      This is because of the group’s “resources and a desire for their first Premier League acquisition to be United”.
      Tech giants Apple and Spanish billionaire Amancio Ortega have also previously been mentioned as contenders when the Glazers first expressed a willingness to sell, although the latter has distanced himself from a bid.
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      Raine, the New York investment bank, have been enlisted to deal with the sale of the club.
      And the bank is “confident” it can be completed in the next six weeks, according to The Times.
      Sir Jim Ratcliffe is another potential owner of the clubCredit: AFP or licensors More