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      Bruno Fernandes reveals he held showdown talks with Man Utd over club’s direction BEFORE signing new contract

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      BRUNO FERNANDES has admitted for the first time that he needed convincing to stay at Manchester United.The Portuguese midfielder, 28, signed a new deal in April which keeps him at Old Trafford until 2026.
      Midfield mainstay Bruno Fernandes says he asked Man Utd to tell him where they were going before he agreed his new deal up to 2026Credit: Rex
      Old Trafford directors John Murtough, left, and Darren Fletcher met with bruno Fernandes to persuade him the club matched his ambitionCredit: Getty
      But the  club struggled to tie down their star player as their season crumbled in the wake of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s sacking and Ralf Rangnick’s period as interim manager.
      Fernandes feared they were going to become permanent also-rans before a chat with football directors John Murtough and Darren Fletcher convinced him that would change.
      Fernandes said: “I had a conversation last year with the club when everyone knew that Ralf was not the coach for the future.
      “I spoke to the club and I said I want to be a solution for the club, I want to be helpful for the club, but I also want to know where we are going.
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      “Is there a plan, is there a future?
      “This was before I signed my new contract because I said to the club, obviously money is important, no one can hide that.
      “It’s always important to earn more and more and more in football or life, whatever job you do, you always want to have the best for yourself.
      “But at that time, for me I said I’m on good money, I don’t want a new contract without knowing that we have a good future in the club.
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      “I want to know where we are going, I don’t need to know who the manager is, but I want to know just as a club, do you think we have a future?
      “Do you have a plan for the future? What are your thoughts on where we can go? What does the club want? Does the club want to achieve trophies or does the club want to build something to go to the Champions League?
      “Because for me, that’s not enough and the club demands more, the history of this club, the quality of the players we have, it demands more than just being here and fighting for fourth place. It demands trophies, it demands at least fighting for trophies.”
      So Fernandes sat with the Dircector of Football Murtough and former player and now Technical Director Darren Fletcher and had it out.
      Fernandes said: They’re the people we have closer for the players to talk to. So that was the conversation I had with them, to understand that the aim for the club is still the same they said to me when I signed in 2020.
      “And the club has said they have a plan, this is what they want, we agree with you that the level of the club has to be better than it has been in the past, we can achieve much more, we can do much more and that’s why I have never had my head out of here but just making sure the club is still in the same direction that it was when I signed.”
      Fernandes, who joined United in January 2020, signed a new deal last March for four years with the option of a further year on the club’s part.
      This lunchtime he leads United out as captain in the derby against Manchester City at Old Trafford with the club on the back of an eight game winning run. More

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      Erik ten Hag’s in-form Man Utd can prove they’ve learned lesson from 6-3 Man City drubbing… but can they stop Haaland?

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      MANCHESTER UNITED will be hoping to prove themselves in the Manchester derby this weekend.The Red Devils take on their cross-city rivals Manchester City in the Premier League on Saturday at Old Trafford.
      Man United boss Erik ten Hag will hope his side can perform better against Man City this time roundCredit: PA
      City won 6-3 last time with Erling Haaland and Phil Foden both scoring hat-tricksCredit: AFP
      Last time the two sides met, it was an unpleasant afternoon for Erik ten Hag’s side as they were hammered by City.
      It was only thanks to a late brace from substitute Anthony Martial that the scoreline looked a less embarrassing 6-3 at full-time.
      However since domestic football returned, fourth-placed United have looked a lot more consistent, having won their last four league games.
      Whereas City have won two of their last four and drawn one and lost one.
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      On top of that, they were beaten by Southampton in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals in the week.
      The City defence has not looked as solid as previous and United will be hoping in-form striker Marcus Rashford can continue his hot streak.
      The England forward has netted seven goals in his last six games in all competitions for the Red Devils.
      A win will be huge for United as it would propel them to only one point behind City – a real statement about their resurgence.
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      However in order to win they will have to come up with a way of stopping Erling Haaland.
      The Premier League top goalscorer was in top form the last time the sides met in October.
      If they fail to stop Haaland and City pick up all three points, it could put them back on track of hunting down league leaders Arsenal.
      Currently, second-placed City are five points adrift from the Gunners and need to get back into good form in order to be able to catch them and retain their Premier League title.
      The striker bagged himself a hat-trick at the Etihad Stadium.
      He has not slowed his scoring rate since the game, having already fired in 21 goals in only 16 league appearances.
      The good news for the Red Devils is that star defender Lisandro Martinez is back match-fit after his 90-minute outing against Charlton in the Carabao Cup.
      Although City have dominated the fixture in recent years, having only lost once in the last five meetings, winning the other five.
      The Manchester derby kicks off at 12.30pm.
      Marcus Rashford is in good form for the DevilsCredit: PA
      But United will have to stop 21-goal man Haaland if they hope to winCredit: Reuters More

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      Man Utd CONFIRM Wout Weghorst loan transfer from Burnley after shelling out £2.5m to cut short Besiktas deal

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have completed the loan signing of Wout Weghorst from Burnley.The Netherlands striker has joined the Red Devils on loan until June following a prolific first half of the season in Turkey with Besiktas.
      Manchester United have confirmed the loan signing of Wout Weghorst from BurnleyCredit: GETTY
      The Netherlands international has joined the Red Devils on loan for the rest of the seasonCredit: GETTY
      Weghorst is relishing the challenge of playing for UnitedCredit: GETTY
      United chief Erik ten Hag has forked out £2.5million to cut short his fellow Dutchman’s stay with the Super Lig outfit.
      Weghorst is relishing the new challenge on his plate, saying: “I feel privileged to be joining Manchester United.
      “I’ve played against the club in the past and it’s a fantastic feeling to now have the chance to pull on the famous red shirt.
      “I’ve seen United’s progress under Erik ten Hag this season and can’t wait to start playing my part in pushing the team towards its aims.
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      “Whatever happens in the next few months, I can promise to give everything to the club for as long as I am here.
      “I thank everyone who has played a part in getting me to this stage, and now I am looking forward to meeting my new teammates and getting involved straight away.”
      Ten Hag confirmed the arrival of the 30-year-old earlier today, saying: “We are close.”
      Weghorst, however, won’t be available for Saturday’s derby with Manchester City as his move to Old Trafford wasn’t registered in time.
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      United director John Murtough said of striker: “Wout has a consistent goalscoring record across several European leagues, and his attributes will add a further dimension to our squad for the remainder of the season.
      “We were also attracted by his strong personality and dedicated approach to football, which fits perfectly with the spirit that Erik is building within our squad.
      “He has shown a huge desire to join Manchester United and be part of what we’re striving to achieve this season.”
      Besiktas announced the termination of Weghorst’s loan before United announced his arrival.
      A club statement read: “The temporary transfer agreement with our professional football player Wout Weghorst and his club has been terminated by mutual agreement with the player and his club.
      “Due to the early termination of the contract by the Burnley FC club, a termination fee of EUR 2,825,000 [£2.5m] will be paid to our Company.”
      United will look to exact revenge on their title-chasing neighbours for the 6-3 drubbing they suffered last October.
      Ten Hag said of their humiliating last meeting: “It was a lesson, we took the lesson and from that point on we have made huge progress so we have to continue the progress.
      “That game was a setback, we can all find reasons why but it is always about having to act, to deliver.
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      “As a manager, a coach, you have to go through certain steps, you need a clear philosophy, a clear point where you want to go… a direction.
      “Then it is about development and that is what we did but like many things in life, and particularly football, there is never an endpoint.” More

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      Erik ten Hag says Man Utd have learned their ‘lesson’ from Man City hammering as they head into revenge derby game

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      ERIK TEN HAG SAYS his Manchester United side have learned their lesson from a derby drubbing and are now ready to face their neighbours again.The Red Devils were 4-0 down at half-time at The Etihad back on October 2nd before going on to lose 6-3 and are now seeking revenge when the pair meet again in the Saturday lunchtime kick off at Old Trafford.
      The Manchester United boss seeks revenge against Manchester City this Saturday after their 6-3 defeat earlier this seasomCredit: PA
      Ten Hag said: “After the game I expressed honestly that it was a lesson and we took that lesson and from that point on we have made huge progress so we have to continue the progress.
      “That game was a setback, we can all find reasons why but always you have to act, to deliver, as a manager, a coach you have to take certain steps, you need a clear philosophy, a clear point where you want to go, direction.
      “Then it is about development and that is what we did but like many things in life particularly football there is never an end point.
      “Tomorrow we have to do better. We know what we have to work on. There was a process in the last months and now we have to face it against the better teams and it is about the mental approach and attitude so we have to be brave, act with belief and play our game.”
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      While United are on an eight-game winning run, City suffered a midweek setback when they were knocked out the Carabao Cup 2-0 by Southampton.
      But Ten Hag said: “Of course we notice that they had a setback and of course I have seen the past weeks, many games of them, but we have to look at ourselves and play our best game, it is all about us.
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      “The opponent plays an important role in football but you have to play your best game, that is what I demand of my players, play your best game with full belief, not naïve, and act like a winner.” More

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      Newcastle hopeful they can poach wonderkid Chris Rigg from Sunderland despite Man Utd interest as his dad is a Toon fan

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      NEWCASTLE are reportedly hoping that prospect Chris Rigg’s family ties will help them sign him.The midfielder made his debut for Sunderland in the FA Cup last weekend despite his tender age.
      Chris Rigg, 15, made his debut for Sunderland in the FA Cup Third Round match against Shrewsbury TownCredit: Getty
      Rigg, 15, is wanted by Newcastle as they look to add more potential talents to their squad.
      However, after being given a clear route to first-team football with rivals Sunderland, Rigg will have a tough decision.
      The Black Cats can continue to aid his development, but the Magpies are likely able to offer more money and the prospect of Premier League football.
      As he is under 16, Newcastle would not have to pay a transfer fee to acquire him.
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      But Sunderland would be given a fee decided by a tribunal because they have developed him.
      And the Magpies think they have one advantge to signing him, as Rigg’s dad has been revealed to be a supporter of the St James’ Park side.
      Journalist James Copley told The Roar podcast: “We do know that Chris Rigg comes from a sort of mixed family in terms of Sunderland and Newcastle allegiances.
      “I understand that his Dad is a big Newcastle fan so there’s always that sort of possibility and draw.”
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      This will be a boost to the Magpies as Manchester United have also been interested in the youngster.
      Sunderland’s head of professional development phase, Graeme Murty, has insisted that Rigg still needs to better his understanding of the game.
      He said: “It’s more about increasing his understanding of himself, his game and the game as a whole.
      “We don’t want him just to understand how we would like him to influence the game, but he’s an international now so it’s understanding how international teams play.
      “It’s understanding how to impact the game both with and without the ball, so then making sure we keep a real keen eye on his development and make sure there are no areas missed.
      “There are times, for example, when he can scan better away from the ball.
      “As you move up a level that becomes imperative because you get less time on the ball so you need to know your options earlier.
      “We sit down, go through a debrief for him and work from a bespoke programme to make sure hopefully all his development needs are met.” More

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      Man Utd injury blow with Donny Van de Beek out for SEASON after horror knee injury vs Bournemouth

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      DONNY VAN DE BEEK is out for the rest of the season after suffering a knee injury during Manchester United’s win over Bournemouth.The Dutch midfielder looked in distress as he hobbled off in the 47th minute of United’s 3-0 win on January 3rd following a challenge by Marcos Senesi.
      Donny van de Beek will miss the rest of the seasonCredit: Getty
      He picked up the injury after a tackle from Marcos SenesiCredit: Getty
      Now his worst fears have been realised as Red Devils boss Erik Ten Hag revealed at his press conference ahead of the Manchester derby.
      Ten Hag said: “It is his knee. On the long term it is looking really good, he will be back for the start of pre-season. The rest of the season he is out.
      “Everyone has thoughts with him it is terrible. It was a bad tackle, a bad injury.
      “Our thoughts and feeling are with the player.
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      “We are building something good and you want to be part of it but because of that injury he is now out.
      “The good news is that in the long term he will be back and his knee will be stable.”
      Meanwhile United not been able to complete the signing of Wout Weghorst in time for Saturday’s lunchtime’s derby.
      The club are close to completing the loan deal of the Burnley player who has been at Besiktas.
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      But it needed to be done by lunchtime today.
      Ten Hag said: “I think we are close so he won’t be available.”
      The Red Devils boss has been looking for another striker since Cristiano Ronaldo’s contract was cancelled during the World Cup.
      He was hoping to have Weghorst on the bench at least for the match with Manchester City as Anthony Martial is an injury doubt. More

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      Erik ten Hag confirms Man Utd ‘close to’ Wout Weghorst loan transfer but striker CAN’T make debut against Man City

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      ERIK TEN HAG has confirmed Manchester United are on the brink of confirming Wout Weghorst’s loan signing from Burnley until the end of the season.But the Dutch striker cannot make his debut in the Manchester derby tomorrow because the deal is not yet officially over the line.
      Wout Weghorst will join Manchester United on loan until JuneCredit: Getty
      Erik ten Hag was keen to add a new striker this monthCredit: Getty
      Weghorst, 30, was on loan with Besiktas but will have the temporary deal terminated early to make the switch to Old Trafford.
      United will pay Burnley a £3million fee – and cover the forward’s wages of around £40,000 per week.
      Erik ten Hag confirmed to the press the deal is virtually done.
      The Dutchman said: “We are close.
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      “He will not be available for tomorrow”.
      Weghorst will be the club’s second January signing after missing out on both Cody Gakpo and Joao Felix but landing Jack Butland.
      Erik ten Hag was keen to bring in a centre-forward after Cristiano Ronaldo’s explosive Piers Morgan interview saw him axed.
      Anthony Martial has started up front in recent matches with Marcus Rashford and Anthony Elanga also capable on filling in as a No9 if needed.
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      But the 6ft 6ins forward, who excelled for AZ Alkmaar and Wolfsburg before joining Burnley, will now provide another option in attack for Ten Hag.
      The 19-cap Holland ace has just two goals in 20 Clarets appearances but has shone for Besiktas either side of his stunning goal at the World Cup.

      The Red Devils’ incoming striker has not been registered in time to be involved at Old Trafford tomorrow, meaning he will have to wait until Wednesday’s trip to Crystal Palace.
      United host champions City for the lunchtime kick-off desperate to get revenge for the 6-3 defeat earlier in the season.
      Ex-United defender Rio Ferdinand is confident his former side can challenge Pep Guardiola’s men.
      He told SunSport: “I’m going into this derby thinking, ‘We can give them a game’.
      “You can see players gaining in confidence. For far too long we were going into games thinking, ‘Obviously, we are going to get beat here today but I don’t know how many’.
      “Or we were going to the likes of Brentford and concede one and it could be three or four.

      “When we have been feeling that as Man United fans, it is now nice going to games not feeling like that.
      “I am now going to a game not looking through my fingers, expecting crazy s*** going on. I am going there now with a bit of, ‘I fancy us today. I fancy us to beat them and dominate the ball’, because you can see something tactically that has been consistently coming out every week now.”
      Weghorst scored for Holland at the World CupCredit: Getty
      The striker struggled for goals at BurnleyCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd’s Glazer owners want to sell club by April with takeover bids expected by mid-February amid Middle East interest

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      THE GLAZERS want to sell Manchester United by April with takeover bids expected to be submitted by mid-February, according to a report. Man Utd’s American ownership put the club up for sale late last year, with any potential deal expected to be worth between £6billion and £8bn.
      United’s owners, the Glazers, could conclude a deal to sell the club by AprilCredit: Getty
      Red Devils supporters have been calling for a takeover for a number of years and such a deal would bring the Glazers’ 18 years of ownership to an end.
      And according to The Telegraph, United have received serious takeover interest from the Middle East, Asia and America.
      Formal bids to buy the Old Trafford club are expected by a mid-February deadline.
      The club aim to complete a deal within the first quarter, or by the end of April.
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      The report also goes on to state that British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe is also continuing to monitor the situation and formal talks are yet to begin.
      Boyhood United fan Ratcliffe is believed to be willing to table a figure which would be dependent on the club’s qualification for the Champions League this season.
      United could achieve qualification through a top-four finish, or by winning the Europa League.
      Erik ten Hag’s men face Barcelona in the round of 32 at the end of next month.
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      Candidates who expressed an appetite to buy Chelsea last year before Todd Boehly snapped the club up could also make an approach.
      Conversations have been held with wealthy Arabic investors and co-owner Avram Glazer even flew to the World Cup in Doha last month and held a number of informal meetings. More