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      Man Utd keeping tabs on Marcus Thuram contract situation and could move for France forward on free transfer in summer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly keeping tabs on Borussia Monchengladbach ace Marcus Thuram.The 25-year-old France international is out of contract at the end of the season.
      Manchester United are reportedly tracking Marcus ThuramCredit: Getty
      And United are monitoring developments with Thuram, according to the Daily Mail.
      He is free to talk hold talks with foreign clubs as he has less than six months remaining on his current deal.
      Thuram, who can play up front or out wide, has hit 13 goals in 17 games for Gladbach this season.
      The Red Devils are desperate for attacking reinforcements after Cristiano Ronaldo was axed before the World Cup.
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      Boss Erik ten Hag is seeking a short term fix in January, possibly on loan.
      But Thuram could be one for the future.
      Although Newcastle, Arsenal, Liverpool and Tottenham are all interested in Thuram, as well as United.
      He has been capped nine times by France and was a regular off the bench in Qatar as Didier Deschamps’ side lost the final to Argentina.
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      Looking ahead to the winter window before United’s 1-0 win at Wolves on Saturday, Ten Hag confirmed he wants to sign a striker this month.
      He said: “It’s always difficult. Strikers are expensive, especially in the winter. But you have to set the limits high. We’re looking for it.
      “We need to be creative and do everything we have in our power to get the right players in, who are fitting in the balance.”
      He added: “So we are looking for the right player for our squad, but it has to match our sporting criteria, definitely, but also some financial criteria.” More

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      Dutch icon De Boer reveals why Cody Gakpo was right to snub Man Utd for Liverpool transfer in blow to Erik ten Hag

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      DUTCH legend Ronald de Boer says Cody Gakpo made the “right choice” in snubbing Manchester United for Liverpool.Jurgen Klopp’s Reds confirmed the signing of Holland international Gakpo, 23, for an initial £37million last month.
      Cody Gakpo picked Liverpool over United after a successful World CupCredit: PA
      De Boer says Gakpo made the ‘right choice’ in joining LiverpoolCredit: Getty
      Gakpo opted to play alongside Holland captain Virgil van Dijk at Anfield instead of linking up with fellow Dutchman Erik ten Hag at United, who has been tracking him since the summer.
      The up-and-coming attacker spent November and December with Van Dijk at the Qatar World Cup.
      In that tournament, Gakpo found the net an impressive three times.
      And Dutch legend De Boer says the versatile attacker made the “right choice” in moving to Liverpool.
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      The ex-midfielder told talkSPORT: “I think it’s important for him, he’s better when he starts on the left and comes inside.
      “I think Liverpool plays a little bit like that, I remember [Luis] Diaz playing there, who is also by the way an exceptional talent.
      “So when he is fit he will have to fight for that spot.
      “In the meanwhile, he [Gakpo] can grow in that role, I think Liverpool needs a player like that on that side at the moment. I think for me, this is the best choice he could have made at this moment.”
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      Gakpo has, however, admitted the summer transfer window was “difficult” after a move to Man Utd didn’t work out.
      He declared: “It was difficult this summer. It was a very intense period.
      “I tried to find my peace but it was difficult. I thought I was going to Man Utd, but in the end it didn’t work out.
      “Leeds came in. They are a good club but I asked myself should I really go there, and when you have a lot of doubts it is not good.”
      Despite this, Gakpo is excited to get started at Anfield.
      Gakpo, who will wear the No.18 shirt, said: “I’m really looking forward to playing at Anfield.
      “I heard a lot of great stories about the stadium, about the atmosphere. I cannot wait.
      “My aim is to win as many prizes as we can as a team.”
      Klopp is also excited by the potential his new signing has.
      The German said: “There is a lot to like about Cody. He is  still only 23 but already has a lot of experience.
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      “He was the captain of PSV, player of the year in Holland last season and had a great World Cup.
      “But he has the potential to be even better.” More

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      Frenkie de Jong ‘keen on Man Utd transfer’ following improved form under Ten Hag, leaving Barcelona fuming

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      FRENKIE DE JONG was the one that got away from Manchester United in the summer.But the Red Devils could reignite their interest in the midfielder amid reports he wants to join the club.
      Frenkie de Jong is rumoured to be open to joining the Red DevilsCredit: Getty
      De Jong has revealed his desire to move to Old Trafford, according to a sensational report from Fichajes.
      That’s after United spent much of the summer trying to sign him, with Barcelona looking vulnerable due to their financial issues.
      In the end he stayed, and has been an important player for Xavi this season.
      His reported desire to join the Red Devils is said to have angered Barcelona chiefs.
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      The club were claimed to be open to letting him leave in the summer in order to trim down their wage bill.
      De Jong himself though wanted to stay in Spain, and hit back at critics who accused him of rejecting a wage cut.
      So now the fact he is alleged to have changed his mind, after claims from Sport any attempts to reduce his wages have been shelved, has not gone down well at the club.
      The midfielder may have been left impressed by Erik ten Hag’s side this season.
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      United have won their last three Premier League games and are fourth in the table.
      Although Ten Hag recently hinted at January transfers as he bemoaned the lack of “quality” depth at the club.
      An attacker to replace Cristiano Ronaldo is top of the agenda, although the Red Devils did lose out on Cody Gakpo to rivals Liverpool. More

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      Cody Gakpo reveals he thought he was joining Man Utd before completing shock £37m Liverpool transfer

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      WORLD CUP star Cody Gakpo admits he thought he was joining Manchester United.But the Dutchman has no regrets about opting for a £37million move to rivals Liverpool instead.
      New Liverpool star Cody Gakpo admits he thought he was joining Man UtdCredit: PA
      Gakpo, 23, was strongly linked with a move to Old Trafford last summer.
      Erik ten Hag was keen on raiding PSV Eindhoven for their star man.
      However, United decided to pursue Ajax’s Antony instead, leaving Gakpo on ice until January.
      But the Glazers’ decision to sell up meant Ten Hag was left short on funds this winter.
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      And after Gakpo impressed for Holland at the World Cup last month, Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp pounced with lightning speed.
      The versatile forward, who mainly operates out wide but can play as a No9, has now lifted the lid on his surprise Anfield move.
      Gakpo admits he was fully expecting United to come back in for him again after their summer U-turn.
      And the ace also revealed he had an offer on the table from struggling Leeds.
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      But Gakpo feels it has all worked out for the best, with Liverpool ready to rise back up the table and challenge for honours once again.
      Gakpo declared: “It was difficult this summer. It was a very intense period.
      “I tried to find my peace but it was difficult. I thought I was going to Man Utd, but in the end it didn’t work out.
      “Leeds came in. They are a good club but I asked myself should I really go there, and when you have a lot of doubts it is not good.” More

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      Watch jubilant Al Nassr fans chant ‘SIIIIU’ throughout seventh minute ahead of Cristiano Ronaldo free transfer arrival

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      THOUSANDS of Al Nassr fans welcomed Cristiano Ronaldo to the club yesterday by chanting his name in the seventh minute of a Saudi Pro League clash with Al Khaleej.Ronaldo, 37, joined Al Nassr in a shock free transfer on Friday, just one month after leaving Manchester United.
      Ronaldo joined Al Nassr earlier this weekCredit: Alamy

      He signed a two-and-a-half-year deal worth a staggering £173MILLION-a-year, making him the highest-paid sportsperson of all time.
      Al Nassr supporters have been thrilled with the arrival of the five-time Ballon d’Or winner and they were in full voice during Saturday’s clash with Al Khaleej.
      As the seventh minute of the match approached, thousands began to chant: “Ronaldo, Ronaldo,” followed by the superstar’s signature “Siu”.
      Hundreds of fans also flocked to the Al Nassr club shop over the weekend in the hope of buying a new shirt with Ronaldo and the iconic No.7 on the back.
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      The Saudi Super League club had been in talks to sign the forward since November.
      Ronaldo had his Man Utd contract sensationally ripped up just before the World Cup kicked off following his tell-all interview with Piers Morgan.
      During the 90-minute conversation with the SunSport columnist, Ronaldo said that he felt “betrayed” by the Red Devils.
      He also criticised former United boss Ralf Rangnick as well as Erik ten Hag.
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      The revelation threw the club into turmoil and eventually led to his bitter departure.
      In the same interview, Ronaldo revealed that he had previously turned down the chance to play in Saudi Arabia.
      He said: “It’s hard. It’s hard. But in the same way, I thought that I was very happy here; that I [am] still capable to score goals and make people happy.
      “I still believe that I can score many many goals and help the team because I still believe that I’m still good and capable to help national team – even Manchester United.
      “But if you don’t feel around you that the energy’s on your side, it’s difficult. Of course, the criticism is gonna exists all the time. Ah he’s 37, he’s not the same.
      “But I want to see if some guy of my age maintain the level that I show. You’re not gonna teach me that. Nobody is gonna teach me that.”
      However, after a disappointing World Cup campaign he quickly changed his mind.
      Ronaldo is expected to make his Al Nassr debut next week against Al-Tai. More

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      Man Utd back-up goalkeeper Martin Dubravka recalled by Newcastle after failing to make Premier League appearance

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      NEWCASTLE have recalled Martin Dubravka from his loan at Manchester United.The goalkeeper made just two Carabao Cup appearances for the Red Devils after joining in the summer.
      Martin Dubravka failed to make a Prem appearance for Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      Toon have now decided to end his loan early, the club confirmed.
      Dubravka failed to make a single Premier League appearance for United as he failed to dislodge No1 David De Gea.
      He appeared in cup wins over Aston Villa and Burnley, though was criticised by fans for his performance against the Clarets.
      The keeper twice produced errors that almost led to a Burnley goal, sparking fury amongst the fanbase.
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      Dubravka will now challenge Newcastle No1 Nick Pope for a place between the sticks at St James’ Park.
      A Magpies statement read: “Martin Dúbravka has been recalled from his season-long loan spell with Manchester United.

      “The Slovakia international goalkeeper joined the Red Devils on a temporary basis in September and made two appearances under Erik ten Hag.
      “And he will now provide further competition for Nick Pope, who kept his ninth league clean sheet of the season – the most in the Premier League – in Saturday’s 0-0 draw with Leeds.”
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      United could now try to sign a goalkeeper having eyed Borussia Monchengladbach shot-stopper Yann Sommer.
      The club was reportedly plotting a swoop for the Swiss when his contract expires next summer but the transfer could be brought forward. More

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      Erik ten Hag breaks silence on Cristiano Ronaldo’s £400m Al-Nassr transfer following explosive Man Utd exit

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      ERIK TEN HAG has now consigned Cristiano Ronaldo to Manchester United history.Ronaldo left the Red Devils after his contract was ripped up in November and has signed an eye-watering £400million deal with Saudi Arabia side Al Nassr.
      Erik ten Hag has broken his silence on Cristiano Ronaldo’s transfer moveCredit: Getty
      Portuguese superstar has penned a mega-money deal to move to Saudi ArabiaCredit: Reuters
      The Portuguese superstar, 37, claimed he wanted to play Champions League but has ended up in the Saudi Pro League.
      And when asked what he thought of Ronaldo’s decision to sign for Al Nassr, United boss Ten Hag delivered a brutal snub.
      He said: “I don’t talk about the past. Let’s talk about the future.”
      Ronaldo had said he felt betrayed by United and did not respect Dutchman Ten Hag in a controversial TalkTV interview with Piers Morgan.
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      Al Nassr played for the first time since Friday’s announcement at Al Khaleej, winning 1-0 to go top of the league.
      Reports last night claim Ronaldo could face Lionel Messi’s Paris Saint-Germain in an all-star friendly against a combined XI from Saudi sides Al Nassr and Al Hilal.
      Meanwhile Rio Ferdinand, a team-mate of Ronaldo during his first spell at Old Trafford, defended his decision to make the switch to Saudi.
      He said: “For any footballer at whatever level, happiness and the environment you’re playing in is one of the most important things.
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      “He hasn’t been happy for a while so I’m pleased he’s on the verge of finding that happiness and going on to pastures new, albeit in a country that not many people expected him to go.
      “There’s only two sad things for me. The way it ended at Man Utd, I’m sad about that.
      “The way the World Cup ended for him, a tinge of sadness, in terms of being on the bench, not having a huge impact in his last one.
      “But this next chapter going to Saudi Arabia, how do you look at that as a sadness? A sad way to end his career? I don’t understand how people are saying that.” More

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      Man Utd join Newcastle in race for Sunderland wonderkid Chris Rigg, 15, with England Under-16 captain valued at £2.5m

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are trying to jump into the race for Sunderland wonderkid Chris Rigg.Red Devils bosses would love to land the 15-year-old prospect as one for their future.
      Man Utd want Sunderland’s teenage star Chris RiggCredit: Getty
      But Newcastle remain strong favourites to sign the central midfielder from their fiercest rivals.
      Rigg is rated the best of his age in the country.
      He has already captained England’s Under-16s.
      United already have a good relationship with Sunderland having loaned Amad Diallo to the Championship club last summer.
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      But Everton have also been linked with a move for the midfielder whiz.
      Meanwhile, United midfielder Hannibal Mejbri is on the wanted list of French giants Marseille.
      The Tunisia international has moved to Birmingham on loan, with Old Trafford chiefs watching how the 19-year-old gets on with regular football.
      But Marseille are keen to step in — and sent one of their top men to check his progress last week.
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      The deal that took Hannibal to United from Monaco aged just 16 could end up amounting to £10million.
      But now Monaco’s big rivals Marseille are looking into the chance of bringing him back to France’s Ligue 1. More