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    ‘I can rule out move for Cristiano Ronaldo’ – Bayern Munich chief deals unemployed ex-Man Utd star another transfer blow

    CRISTIANO RONALDO has been dealt a major blow in his search for his new club after leaving Manchester United.The Portuguese forward left the Red Devils after by mutual consent after his explosive interview with Piers Morgan on TalkTV.
    Cristiano Ronaldo will not be moving to Bayern MunichCredit: Getty
    Oliver Kahn ruled out a move for the free agentCredit: Getty
    Now a free agent, Ronaldo is on the hunt for his new club, but he can rule out a move to Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich.
    This was confirmed by club chief executive Oliver Kahn, as he admitted that a move for him was “considered”.
    He told Sky Sports: “I can rule out a move for Ronaldo.
    “We’ve considered it, we all love Ronaldo but the strategy is different.
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    “We’ve a clear idea, philosophy of how our squad should be put together”.
    The 37-year-old is also not likely to sign for Chelsea as The Sun sources revealed that the “Blues had gone cold on him”.
    Co-owner Todd Boehly wanted to sign Ronaldo in the summer, but the manager at the time Thomas Tuchel insisted against the transfer.
    The former Real Madrid man is currently at his fifth World Cup with Portugal in Qatar.
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    As a free agent, he is not restricted by the traditional transfer windows to sign for his new club.
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    Ronaldo is expected to have interest in his services with Brazilian giants Flamengo and Saudi Arabian clubs reportedly lining up a swoop for him.
    In the summer, he rejected the chance to move to the Middle East after he was offered £305million from one club.
    Other possible options for the star would be a move to the MLS, or to his boyhood club Sporting Lisbon. More

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    Man Utd blow with Chelsea ‘to reject Christian Pulisic loan offers in January and only accept permanent transfers’

    MANCHESTER UNITED have been dealt a blow in their pursuit of Christian Pulisic with Chelsea set to reject loan offers, according to reports. The Red Devils are believed to be interested in the services of the American who has energised his season with impressive World Cup displays.
    Christian Pulisic is enjoying a good World Cup with the US so farCredit: Rex
    Pulisic had been struggling at club level with Chelsea but appears back to his best with the United States in Qatar.
    He provided a stunning assist for Timothy Weah’s goal against Wales before being awarded the Man of the Match against England, when he rattled Jordan Pickford’s bar with a brilliant effort
    Despite the Blues being reportedly happy to let him go, it appears clubs will now have to plump for a permanent deal.
    The Mail reports that Graham Potter’s side are not interested in any loan deal, which is what United favoured.
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    The 24-year-old would have represented a cheap and short-term attacking boost to United who will be eyeing a Champions League place once the domestic season resumes.
    He could have also served as a replacement to Cristiano Ronaldo after his dramatic and public falling-out with the club.
    Arsenal and Newcastle are both believed to also be interested in the attacker.
    When he first joined Chelsea, Pulisic was a breath of fresh air to Blues fans and produced a few stunning individual moments of quality.
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    But he has struggled in recent months and fell out of favour with both former boss Thomas Tuchel and the German’s successor.
    The winger, nicknamed ‘Captain America’ has started just three Premier League games this season and has only one goal in 18 appearances in all competitions.
    Pulisic, who signed for the club in 2019, is entering the final 18 months of his deal and there have been no noises around the club about a potential renewal. More

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    David Beckham WILL make Man Utd takeover bid with consortium, confirms pal Rio Ferdinand

    DAVID BECKHAM will make a bid to buy Manchester United, pal Rio Ferdinand has revealed. Current owners the Glazers said they were open to selling the club after 17 years.
    David Beckham could be part of a bid to buy Manchester United from the GlazersCredit: Alamy
    Rio Ferdinand appears to have confirmed a takeover bid from BeckhamCredit: Getty
    Rumours regarding who might buy the Red Devils have been swirling since the announcement last week, with ex-England captain Beckham among the names earmarked.
    And Ferdinand appears to have confirmed that Becks will make an offer to buy the club where he spent the best part of a decade of his senior career.
    On his FIVE podcast, Ferdinand was asked about a potential takeover from the 47-year-old, to which he said: “Becks will come with a consortium.
    “I saw Becks last night at the game. I went to the England game and we were sat next to each other. He smelt beautiful, looked beautiful. He looked a million dollars, as he normally does.
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    “He didn’t look 10 billon dollars’ worth (the amount Utd could cost). But when you mention someone like Becks’ name, he’s obviously a part-owner of Inter Miami, but he doesn’t come (alone).
    “It’s not his money. It’s not him in terms of putting his hand in his pocket.
    “He comes with a consortium. He comes with people who have the deep pockets who have the ability to go and execute on a deal like that.
    “So that’s the way he’ll be approaching it, and rightly so. I just think it’s going to come down to a number. If you’ve got the number, and you can produce, that’s what it’s going to be about.”
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    With Beckham already a major name in MLS franchise Inter Miami, he could now set his sights on being involved with a new Man Utd ownership hierarchy.
    Britain’s richest man and Utd fan Sir Jim Ratcliffe has also been tipped to return with an offer after his interest was rebuked by the Glazers earlier this year.
    Tech giants Apple have been linked with an approach as well, with reports indicating they are prepared to offer a sum worth almost £6BILLION to acquire them.
    However, a deal to buy United could end up reaching an eye-watering £9bn.
    The announcement of a potential sale saw Utd’s value skyrocket by £336m. More

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    Man Utd give trial to promising 17-year-old striker… and he’s already scored for Chelsea

    MANCHESTER UNITED have handed a trial to a promising teenage striker.And the signs are bright for the youngster, who has already scored for rivals Chelsea.
    Man Utd have handed a trial to a young striker who has already scored for ChelseaCredit: Getty
    Man Utd are known for bringing through top prodigies at Carrington.
    The Red Devils boast numerous club-grown players in their ranks, including England World Cup star Marcus Rashford.
    And Alejandro Garnacho is the latest ace to get a crack at first-team action this season.
    But there is now a new kid on the block at Old Trafford.
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    According to the Manchester Evening News, United have handed a trial to highly-rated forward Princewill Ehibhatiomhan.
    The 17-year-old is available for nothing after leaving Reading on a free transfer.
    The Championship club were desperate to keep Ehibhatiomhan and offered him a new contract.
    But the ambitious teen turned it down to pursue chances elsewhere.
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    The Red Devils are taking a closer look at Princewill EhibhatiomhanCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
    Ehibhatiomhan first trained with Chelsea over the summer, scoring in pre-season matches against Leeds and Coventry.
    He then went to Southampton, where he hit the target against Crystal Palace and Fulham.
    And Ehibhatiomhan is now hoping he can find a home with United.
    He played for their U17s last week in the 2-1 Premier Cup win over Blackburn Rovers, but was unable to grab a goal.
    Ehibhatiomhan already has a strike for England’s U17s though, scoring in last year’s 2-0 win over Romania.
    And it now remains to be seen if United offer him a long-term deal before the January transfer market opens. More

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    Marcus Rashford breaks silence on Cristiano Ronaldo’s Man Utd exit as he pays tribute to axed star

    MARCUS RASHFORD has paid tribute to Cristiano Ronaldo following the veteran’s Man Utd axe.The Portuguese superstar was sacked by United after his explosive interview with Piers Morgan for TalkTV.
    Marcus Rashford has hailed Cristiano Ronaldo in the wake of his Man Utd axeCredit: Getty
    And Ronaldo is now on the hunt for a new club as he also looks for his first-ever World Cup win.
    Former United pal Rashford has now hailed Ronaldo as one of his “idols.”
    And the England star admits it was an “unbelievable experience” to play together for 18 months.
    Rashford said: “It’s been an unbelievable experience to play with him.
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    “He’s one of my idols and someone I’ve always looked up to, so to have the opportunity to play with him was unbelievable.
    “I’ll take that with me, and it’s something I can keep with me forever.
    “I wish him all the best and we want to thank him for the things he has done for Manchester United and wish him all the best for the rest of his career.”
    Rashford isn’t the first to open up over Ronaldo’s exit, with Bruno Fernandes first to break his silence.
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    Casemiro also had his say on the situation, having played with Ronnie for years at Real Madrid.
    And it now remains to be seen where Ronaldo ends up, with the likes of Chelsea no longer thought to be interested.
    There are also doubts over whether former club Sporting Lisbon will make a move.
    But reports claim Ronaldo has already received a mega-money offer from the Middle East.
    Saudi Arabian giants Al Nassr are believed to have presented Ronnie with a three-year deal worth an incredible £1.2million a WEEK.
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    David Beckham’s Inter Miami are also keeping tabs.
    But they are thought to have made Ronaldo’s rival Lionel Messi their No1 target, with the Argentine set to leave Paris Saint-Germain when his contract expires next summer. More

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    Man Utd eye loan transfer for USA World Cup star Christian Pulisic but face fight from Arsenal and Newcastle

    MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly eyeing a January loan move for Christian Pulisic.The Chelsea star has caught the eye with his performances for USA at the World Cup.
    Christian Pulisic is a reported transfer target for Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
    Despite struggling at club level, the 24-year-old has sparkled in his two games so far in Qatar.
    Pulisic provided the assist for Timothy Weah’s goal in the 1-1 draw against Wales and was named Player of the Match in the 0-0 stalemate with England.
    And United are open to bringing him to Old Trafford on loan in January, according to ESPN.
    But the Red Devils will face competition from both Arsenal and Newcastle if they do decide to pursue a move for the American.
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    United and Newcastle both enquired about his services in the summer, according to the Daily Mail.
    The Gunners are also said to be monitoring his situation.
    Pulisic has been linked with a move away from Stamford Bridge in recent months, and Chelsea could look to move him on in January.
    He is into the final two seasons of his contract after joining the Blues for £58million in 2019.
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    But he has mainly been used off the bench and has not been a regular starter under new boss Graham Potter.
    Pulisic has been named in the starting line up just three times in the Premier League this season.
    He has one goal in 18 appearances in all competitions this campaign for Chelsea. More

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    Cody Gakpo ‘holding out’ for Man Utd transfer reveals ex-PSV director with Netherlands ace lighting up World Cup

    NETHERLANDS star Cody Gakpo is ‘holding out’ for a move to Manchester United.PSV Eindhoven superstar Gakpo has been lighting up the Eredivisie this season with some stunning performances that saw him register a whopping nine goals and 12 assists in 14 league appearances.
    Netherlands star Cody Gakpo is prioritising a move to Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
    The winger is also standing out in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar as he has scored in both of Holland’s matches in the group stage against Senegal and Ecuador.
    According to PSV’s former technical director John de Jong, the 23-year-old has big plans for his future and has his sights set on United.
    De Jong claims a deal with the Red Devils came close last summer but fell through a week before deadline day.
    Gakpo still had the opportunity to move to the Premier League but refused to board a private jet to Leeds and wasn’t attracted by Southampton’s club-record bid.
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    The former PSV chief, who was sacked in September for a “breach of confidence” with the board, insists the forward is prioritising United.
    De Jong told NOS on Sunday: “Cody has been waiting a long time for the transfer to Manchester United and it seemed to be coming.
    “A week before the end of the transfer window that fell through. After that he had two options in the Premier League, but you never know how that will turn out.
    “He made the choice himself. In the end I did have a discussion with the board, whether or not to sell. I think it is really better for him that he stayed.
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    “I think it’s very nice how he is developing. He continues the line he started at PSV this season.
    “He is very effective and decisive. Also at the World Cup. I really enjoy watching it.
    “It is especially great for Cody Gakpo that he is doing so well, but ultimately also for PSV and Dutch football.”
    United manager Erik ten Hag has reportedly prioritised Gakpo as his top candidate to replace Cristiano Ronaldo in the January transfer window. More

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    Cristiano Ronaldo offered £1.2million a WEEK to play into his 40s in Saudi Arabia after Man Utd axe

    CRISTIANO RONALDO has reportedly been offered £1.2million a WEEK to play into his 40s.That’s if he accepts a shock move to Saudi Arabia following his Manchester United exit.
    Cristiano Ronaldo has been offered almost £1.2million a week to play in Saudi ArabiaCredit: Getty
    Ronaldo, 37, finds himself without a club for the first time in his professional career.
    The legendary striker had his Red Devils deal axed following last week’s bombshell interview with Piers Morgan.
    And Ronaldo is now focused on leading Portugal to World Cup glory in Qatar.
    But the veteran may not need to leave the Middle East afterwards, having reportedly received a mega-money contract from a club in neighbouring Saudi Arabia.
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    According to CBS, Al Nassr have offered Ronaldo a staggering three-year deal worth £62m.
    That would see Ronnie pocket £1.19m each week – working out to £170,000 a DAY.
    It could be a tempting offer for the icon, who turns 38 in February.
    And should he accept, it would guarantee Ronaldo continues playing into his 40s.
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    The breakdown of Ronaldo’s contract offer from Al Nasser
    Al Nassr have already held “extensive” talks with the ace’s representatives, with negotiations now at an “advanced” stage after initial contact over the summer.
    It’s added the deal will be completed swiftly if Ronaldo accepts the lucrative terms on offer.
    Al Nassr are one of the most successful teams in Saudi Arabia, boasting nine league titles.
    But their last victory came in 2019, with Al Hilal winning the last three.
    They too are said to be interested in Ronaldo, and it remans to be seen whether they make a late move. More