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      How Man Utd could line up under Elon Musk with world’s second richest man to spend millions on Kane, Bellingham and more

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      ELON MUSK has become the latest billionaire linked with a Manchester United takeover – fuelling speculation of a transfer splurge.The unpopular Glazer family revealed in November they were willing to listen to offers for either a stake in the club or an outright purchase.

      British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe – who happens to be a United fan – is in the race alongside rival Qatari investors.
      But according to the Daily Mail, Twitter and Tesla owner Musk is also monitoring the situation.

      It is not the first time the South African-born second richest man in the world has teased taking over United.
      With a net worth of around £157BILLION, United fans would be dreaming of an unlimited transfer budget.
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      Keeper David de Gea is still yet to renew his contract, which expires at the end of the season, leading to speculation over his future.
      Porto and Portugal’s Diogo Costa is among those linked with United alongside Bayern Munich’s Yann Sommer.
      United are building a solid foundation at the back but Inter Milan’s Denzel Dumfries is believed to still be a transfer target.
      In midfield, England team-mates Declan Rice and Jude Bellingham are two of United’s long-standing targets.
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      So too is Wolves’ Ruben Neves, which would compliment a midfield already made up of Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro.
      Going forward, Barcelona’s 20-year-old sensation Ansu Fati has emerged as someone United are monotiring.
      But it is the striker position that has fuelled the most rumours, with England captain Harry Kane still linked with the club.
      Victor Osimhen is an alternative but Napoli are understood to value the Nigerian at over £100m.
      But if wannabe astronaut Musk takes over, out of this world fees for players will quickly become the norm. More

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      Who is Qatar Emir Sheikh Tamim, what is his net worth and will he bid for Man Utd?

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      THE EMIR of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani, is said to be interested in buying Manchester United.The Emir is a keen football fan, having bought Paris Saint-Germain in 2011 through Qatar Sports Investment.
      Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani is a fan of Man Utd and could table a bid in the next few daysCredit: Reuters
      The Glazers revealed in November that they were willing to listen to offers for either a stake in the Premier League giants or an outright purchase.
      A number of parties have expressed an interest in buying United, which could be purchased for a world-record price for a sports franchise at £4.5billion, or more.
      Interest comes from the Far East, Middle East and United States with Raines Group, the merchant bank, tasked with the sale.
      However, Friday’s deadline for bids is rapidly approaching, and the Qataris are set to make the first move.
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      Who is Qatar Emir Sheikh Tamim?
      Born on June 3, 1980, the Emir is the fourth son of the previous monarch, Hamad bin Khalifa. 
      He took over as the head of state in 2013, when his father abdicated the throne.
      Sheikh Tamim studied at Sherborne School in Dorset and at Harrow School.
      He then attended the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, where he graduated in 1998.
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      Both Prince William and Prince Harry of the UK Royal Family attended the same training facility.
      Sheikh Tamim is the current owner of PSG through Qatar Sports Investment and has imposed dominance in France.
      However, the efforts to establish themselves as Europe’s best haven’t been as fruitful with the Parc des Princes club yet to win the Champions League.
      Sheikh Tamim has been married three times and has thirteen children in total.
      In total, the Emir has seven sons and six daughters.
      Sheikh Tamim has been married three times and has thirteen children in totalCredit: AP
      What is Qatar Emir Sheikh Tamim’s net worth?
      Sheikh Tamim is estimated to be worth around £1.6billion alone.
      But the ruling royal family’s collective net worth is estimated at around £276bn.
      The Thani family hold investments in a number of properties around the world, including London’s Shard skyscraper, Olympic Village, Harrods department store, Canary Wharf, the Chelsea Barracks and New York’s Empire State Building.
      The royals also hold investments in Barclays Bank, British Airways and Volkswagen.
      The Thani family hold investments in a number of properties including The ShardCredit: Alamy
      Will Qatar Emir Sheikh Tamim bid for Man Utd?
      According to Bloomberg, yes.
      There have reportedly been talks between the Glazers and the Qatari investors.
      The report states the Qatar-based financers are “set to make an offer for Manchester United in the coming days” in a “move that would cement the country’s desire to become a major player in global sports”.
      It is said the initial bid is being thrashed out with help from officials at the sovereign wealth fund, the Qatar Investment Authority.
      The deeply unpopular Glazers want a world-record £6bn for the Old Trafford giants, who have not won a trophy since 2017 – although that figure may be lowered.
      A bid for Man Utd is expected in the next few daysCredit: EPA
      Can Qatar Emir Sheikh Tamim own Man Utd and PSG?
      There are no restrictions on an owner acquiring multiple clubs at the same time in different countries.
      The owners of rivals Man City own another 10 football teams around the world.
      So yes, Sheikh Tamim could own Man Utd and PSG.
      Sheikh Tamim owns PSG as part of Qatar Sports InvestmentCredit: AFP
      Can both teams play in Champions League?
      Per Uefa rules, no.
      Uefa implemented an ‘Integrity of the Uefa Club competitions: Independence of clubs’ rule in 1998 which states that no two clubs participating in a Uefa competition may be directly or indirectly controlled by the same ownership group.
      This is defined by:

      The majority of the shareholders’ voting rights in another club in the same Uefa club competition;
      Or, another right to appoint or remove a majority of the directors in another club in the same Uefa club competition;
      As well as, majority of the shareholders’ voting rights (through a shareholders’ agreement) in another club in the same Uefa club competition.

      Therefore, if a Qatari group owned United while they and PSG qualify for the Champions League, the ownership group would more than likely have to choose who plays in it.
      These rules have been put in to place to protect the integrity of the competition.
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      However, Sheikh Tamim and Co are looking for ways around that with the bid coming from individual Qatari investors – not being a part Qatar Sports Investment.
      That would need to be proved with any ownership test certain to look into potential ties between them.
      Sheikh Tamim and Co are looking for ways around that with the bid coming from individual Qatari investors – not being a part Qatar Sports Investment so both Man Utd and PSG can play in the Champions LeagueCredit: Getty More

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      Marcel Sabitzer reveals summer transfer plans with on-loan star forced to decide between Man Utd and Bayern Munich

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      MARCEL SABITZER is open to a permanent Manchester United transfer after praising the good spirit in the squad.The midfielder arrived on loan from Bayern Munich on deadline day.
      Marcel Sabitzer refused to rule out a permanent move to Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      He has only been at the club for less than two weeks but he is enjoying life under Erik ten Hag.
      Sabitzer, 28, praised the manager’s tactics as well as the atmosphere he has fostered in the dressing room.
      The Austria international was thrown straight into the team following Casemiro’s suspension but he revealed he is happy to play and did not rule out a permanent stay.
      He said: “It’s a loan at the moment, that’s all I can say.
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      “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.
      “It’s been a busy few days. I had to come in quickly but I enjoy it. I like it so far. The team welcome me very well.
      ” It was a bit of a cold start but I had to step in quickly because of the Casemiro suspension. I’m ready for that and happy playing.
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      “You can feel it. From the first moment on, I felt very good in the team – good spirit, good goals, we’re a good team. It’s fun.
      “The manager talking to me a lot, what he’s expecting from me. I try to fulfil that. I’m feeling good with him and his tactics and I like it so far.”
      Sabitzer’s deal did not include an obligation to buy but the Red Devils are believed to be eyeing a permanent transfer.
      Ten Hag is also said to be hoping the prospect of a permanent move incentivises Sabitzer to perform to the highest level. More

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      Elon Musk ‘considering shock Man Utd takeover with £157bn-rated mad-cap Twitter and Tesla owner mulling £4.5bn bid’

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      TECH billionaire and the world’s SECOND richest man, Elon Musk, is considering a shock takeover swoop for Manchester United, according to reports.The Glazers revealed in November that they were willing to listen to offers for either a stake in the Premier League giants or an outright purchase.
      Elon Musk could throw his name into the ring to buy Man UtdCredit: AFP
      The Glazers invited bids for the club last yearCredit: AFP
      A number of interested parties have to meet Friday’s deadlineCredit: Getty
      A number of parties have expressed an interest in buying United, which could be purchased for a world-record price for a sports franchise at £4.5billion, or more.
      Interest comes from the Far East, Middle East and United States with Raines Group, the merchant bank, tasked with the sale.
      British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who happens to be a Man Utd fan, is also keen.
      But according to the Daily Mail, Twitter and Tesla owner Musk also LIKES Man Utd.
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      Musk, 51, who’s worth a reported £157billion, is one of a select few who could afford to buy the Red Devils.
      He is second only to Bernard Arnault, the CEO and chair of luxury goods company LMVH, worth a reported £156m.
      Musk is believed to be monitoring the situation closely following the listing of United.
      The South African-born brainbox is wondering if there is an opportunity at Old Trafford that he should not miss. 
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      However, Friday’s deadline for bids is rapidly approaching.
      Musk has previously sent his Twitter followers into a meltdown after claiming he was buying Man Utd.
      Elon Musk tweeted last August: “Also, I’m buying Manchester United ur welcome.”
      When asked if he was being ‘serious’, the Tesla chief said: “No, this is a long-running joke on Twitter.
      “I’m not buying any sports teams.
      “Although, if it were any team, it would be Man U. They were my fav team as a kid.”
      He added: “Standup is my side-hustle.” More

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      Man Utd legend Nemanja Vidic applies for surprise new job as he spends time at Tottenham

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Nemanja Vidic has applied for a surprise new job after spending time at three London clubs, including top-four rivals Tottenham and Chelsea.Vidic, 41, is back in England on a Uefa course and spent time with Brentford, Chelsea and Tottenham.
      Nemanja Vidic is eyeing the presidency position in the Football Association of SerbiaCredit: Getty
      The ex-United captain was at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium continuing his studies for the Executive Master for International Players run by Uefa.
      Joining him was Germany World Cup winners such as Sami Khedira, Benedikt Howedes and Renate Lingor.
      Emile Heskey, Nigel de Jong, Demba Ba, Hamit Altintop, Sebastian Prodl and Paul Scharner were also present.
      All want to learn skills that would allow them to fit into life in the boardroom, and Vidic is eyeing the presidency position in the Football Association of Serbia, according to The Times.
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      The former Serbia captain has the support of many fans as well as old team-mates such as Nemanja Matic.
      Vidic said: “It is the reason why am I here.
      “I understand the football field. I did a course with the English FA and finished my Pro Licence at St George’s.
      “Why I am here is to learn about commercial, finance, communication and marketing — which I understood because I was playing for United but we go really deep into it now.”
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      The legendary defender continued: “In Serbia, the problem is we are staying too much back.
      “We didn’t go forward in terms of digitalization, professionalisation and transparency. Serbia is late. We have a lot of talents.
      “We have clever people but we just need someone who’s going to point the direction and give a chance to the young generation. This is the world of the young.
      “Me coming back is saying I like to be in Serbia. I love Serbia. I’m in my best age and I want to help, if I can, the Serbian community or Serbian football.
      “This education here helps me to have knowledge and contacts that I can use to help Serbia football in any way.” More

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      Paul Pogba blasted by Juventus legend for ‘skiing while club have problems’ as he STILL awaits second debut

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      JUVENTUS legend Marco Tardelli has blasted Paul Pogba for going on a skiing holiday despite STILL waiting for his second debut for the club due to injury.Pogba, 29, returned to Turin in July after leaving Man United on a free transfer.
      Paul Pogba enjoyed a skiing holiday in DecemberCredit: Instagram
      The French star has been injured since rejoining the Italian giantsCredit: Rex
      He has yet to play a minute of competitive action since due to a long-term knee injury sustained in the summer.
      Despite this, Pogba still found time to enjoy himself on the slopes in December as he shared several snaps of himself skiing. 

      And that has left former Juventus defender Tardelli, 68, seething.
      He told 90 Minute on Rai 2: “Pogba hasn’t played since April 2022, when he was still in Manchester.
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      “It’s now a problem for Juve, we don’t know when he’ll return and we don’t know what he wants to do.
      “Pogba goes skiing while his team-mates are struggling with the big problems of Juve.
      “Today Pogba is a big problem that the Bianconeri must solve.
      “This situation also demonstrates that Juve do not have clear enough ideas.
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      “[Massimiliano] Allegri has to take over for me, it’s not possible to have a player like that on the payroll.
      “His behaviour towards his team-mates isn’t fair either, it annoys me.”
      Despite his big wages, Juve have made clear they are sticking by the Frenchman.
      Pogba rejoined United in 2016 after a glorious four year spell with Juventus.
      He had a mixed second spell at Old Trafford, often finding himself the target of criticism from fans and pundits but capable of putting in world-class performances.
      Pogba was at the centre of four Serie A title victories between 2013 and 2016 and also won the Coppa Italia twice.
      The Old Lady look far off that type of success this season after a 15 points deduction for alleged financial irregularities left them languishing in mid-table.
      A poor Champions League group stage has also seen Juventus drop into the Europa League. More

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      Man Utd, Liverpool & Newcastle ‘in straight fight for Ruben Neves transfer as Barcelona pull out of race for Wolves ace’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED, Liverpool and Newcastle are reportedly “in a straight fight” to sign Ruben Neves this summer.Wolverhampton Wanderers’ Portuguese midfielder, 25, has been heavily linked with a move to Barcelona over recent months.
      Barcelona have reportedly pulled out of the race to sign Ruben NevesCredit: Reuters
      However, a fresh report has now claimed that the LaLiga giants have pulled out of the transfer race.
      And now that has left the Premier League trio of United, Liverpool and Newcastle battling it out for his signature.
      Spanish publication Sport reports that Neves’ agent Jorge Mendes met with Barcelona officials last week.
      But he was allegedly informed during the talks that Xavi’s side are prioritising strengthening in other positions.
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      They want to secure the future of veteran Sergio Busquets, who is out of contract, also.
      And even if they fail to do that, the publication claims that Xavi “prefers the profile of another type of midfielder” rather than Neves.
      The ace arrived at Molineux from Porto back in 2017 and has helped the club to consolidate in the Premier League after winning the Championship in his first season there.
      He now has less than 18 months remaining on his contract, and rather than risk losing him for nothing in 2024, Wolves look set to sell this summer.
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      United boss Erik ten Hag has long-been rumoured to be an admirer of the player, as is Kop manager Jurgen Klopp.
      But high-flying Newcastle are the latest team to join the scramble to sign Neves. More

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      Cody Gakpo admits he snubbed Chelsea and Man Utd transfers for Liverpool and reveals what Van Nistelrooy really thought

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      LIVERPOOL winger Cody Gakpo has revealed that he dismissed interest from both Manchester United and Chelsea before swapping Eindhoven for Anfield last month.Gakpo, 23, joined Liverpool in a £37million transfer from PSV at the beginning of the January transfer window.
      Gakpo has revealed that he snubbed Man Utd and Chelsea to join LiverpoolCredit: Getty
      He had originally been linked with a move to Leeds before Man Utd and Chelsea expressed an interest, but the winger recently admitted that the prospect of a move to Liverpool excited him the most.
      He told The Daily Mail: “I nearly went to Leeds in the summer but Louis van Gaal advised me that a change of team before the World Cup might be difficult so I decided not to go.
      “To be honest, the speculation affected me a little bit because it was the first time it had happened to me.
      “I just had to think ‘forget about it, play your best and see what happens later on’.
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      “Then when I heard about interest from Liverpool in the winter, I didn’t think about anything else. There was also Chelsea maybe but I already had my mind made up.
      “This is a good place for me to improve and develop and eventually show who I can be.”
      PSV manager – and former Man Utd star – Ruud van Nistelrooy has since slammed Gakpo for ignoring his transfer advice.
      But the young star has since insisted that he is happy in Liverpool.
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      He added: “It was just his wish I went to a big club and I think I achieved that.
      “We have a good relationship and still speak some times on the phone. He tries to help me.”
      Gakpo has made six appearances for Liverpool so far, but he is yet to score any goals or claim any assists. More