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      ‘Man Utd failed Paul Pogba’ – Juventus star’s agent lashes out at club.. but admits midfielder also let Red Devils down

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      PAUL POGBA’s agent has blasted Manchester United and admitted the reunion may not have been the best choice for either party.The 29-year-old returned to Serie A giants Juventus on a free transfer this summer.
      Pogba’s agent has admitted that Manchester United and the Frenchman may have both ‘failed each other’Credit: Getty
      And the midfield star’s agent, Rafaela Pimenta, told The Telegraph that the “transitional” phase at Old Trafford stopped Pogba from thriving.
      He said: “What happened to Paul? I would say what happened, not only to Paul?
      “Did Paul fail Manchester United or did Manchester United fail Paul? Or did they fail each other? These are good questions.
      “When Paul went there he won the Europa League [in 2017]. Paul was playing all the time for Manchester United when he was not injured.
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      “When he was injured, that was something else. He did not choose to be injured. But he played when he was not injured.
      “Now I think Manchester United is going through a transitional phase.
      “It’s not easy for a club who comes with the history that they come with Ferguson. Of course, this history outshines any achievement that comes after.
      “And this transition phase, because there was such an important presence in the club before, that was built around him, when you miss that figure then a club needs time to restructure itself.
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      “So Manchester United is going through a restructuring phase and I think Paul was part of that phase.
      “They are still going through it and they will make it, I have no doubt but Paul was in the middle of it.
      “It’s then about how far you can go when you perform. You don’t play alone. We look back – was it a good choice?”
      There was no desire from either Pogba or United to renew his contract once it expired last summer.
      He signed for the Turin club in a deal which will see him contracted until 2026.
      But Pogba’s return to Juve has been ruined after a knee injury sidelined the star.
      And it could see him fail to make Didier Deschamps’ France squad for the Qatar World Cup this summer.
      Meanwhile, Man Utd have begun to turn things around somewhat under new boss Erik ten Hag.
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      The fifth-placed Prem team have beaten Liverpool and Arsenal already this season.
      But they were thumped 6-3 by rivals City and have been charged by the FA for failing to control their players in the goalless draw with Newcastle on Sunday. More

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      Diogo Dalot emerges as Barcelona’s top transfer priority as ‘Man Utd defender keeps door open for exit’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED ace Diogo Dalot is among Barcelona’s transfer priorities with the defender open for a move, reports suggest.Dalot, 23, has been established as a starter under United manager Erik ten Hag as he has overtaken out-of-favour Aaron Wan-Bissaka in the pecking order.
      Manchester United ace Diogo Dalot has been linked with a move to BarcelonaCredit: Getty
      The right-back’s contract runs out in June but the Red Devils have the option to extend for another year.
      According to Mundo Deportivo, Barca continue to keep tabs on the Portugal international as Xavi’s top priority is to reinforce his defence.
      But United could be open to letting the full-back leave in January as that would help them avoid losing him for free in the summer.
      Dalot is open to staying at Old Trafford for another year but is also keen on a move to Catalonia.
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      And if the Portuguese ace signs a new deal then that could see him leaving for a reasonable price in the summer.
      It has been previously reported that Barcelona have sent scouts to watch the player in action and already contacted his agent ahead of the January market.
      But the Blaugrana are not the only ones keeping tabs on the ex-Porto star.
      Juventus are also watching his progress with “great attention” as Juan Cuadrado and Alex Sandro’s deals run out in June.
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      Roma boss Jose Mourinho is also keen on a reunion after brining the Barcelona target over to United in 2018.
      The Giallorossi have also held talks with Dalot’s representative ahead of the January transfer window. More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo arrives at Man Utd training followed by twin brother bodyguards as stars prepare for Tottenham clash

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      MANCHESTER UNITED ace Cristiano Ronaldo arrived for training heavily guarded by twins as he prepares for Wednesday’s clash with Tottenham.The 37-year-old is enduring a torrid start to the season, netting just two goals in 12 games.
      Ronaldo arriving for Man Utd training guarded by twinsCredit: Zenpix
      The 37-year-old is having a torrid season, netting just two goals in 12Credit: Zenpix
      Security guards Sergio and Jorge Ramalheiro – pictured here with Ronaldo – are looking after the Portuguese superstarCredit: Eamonn and James Clarke
      Ronaldo had hoped of sealing a move away from Old Trafford in the summer after United failed to qualify for the Champions League with a sixth-placed finish last term.
      However, a lack of suitors saw CR7 stay put and he is largely watching on from the bench with new boss Erik ten Hag preferring Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial.
      Ronaldo arrived for training in a bulky £150,000 Cadillac with twin brother bodyguards Sergio and Jorge Ramalheiro close behind in a Range Rover.
      His team-mates also arrived in style, with Fred rocking pink-tinted glasses.
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      United are looking to get back to bounce back from Sunday’s boring 0-0 draw at home with Newcastle.
      Ten Hag’s men are welcoming third place Tottenham.
      Spurs have lost just one game this season and have netted 22 goals.
      Antonio Conte’s men brushed aside Everton on Saturday with a 2-0 win.
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      A win at United would lift Spurs above Manchester City and into second, and place them one point behind table toppers Arsenal.
      Three points for United, meanwhile, would see the Red Devils draw level on points with Chelsea.
      However, they would need to net eight goals and not concede to leapfrog the West Londoners.
      Whether Ten Hag sticks with Ronaldo or twists with Rashford is yet to be seen.
      Alternatively, the Dutchman could drop Jadon Sancho in order to play both stars.
      Fred rocked pink-tinted glassesCredit: Zenpix
      Martinez opted for slimmer shades compared to the BrazilianCredit: Zenpix
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      Newcastle ace Nick Pope explains Cristiano Ronaldo free-kick row after Man Utd star was left fuming over disallowed goal

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      NEWCASTLE goalkeeper Nick Pope has explained the mix-up at Old Trafford which left Manchester United ace Cristiano Ronaldo fuming after seeing a goal disallowed. The visiting Magpies were awarded a free-kick for offside.
      Ronaldo nicked the ball off Pope and scoredCredit: Rex
      However, the referee pulled the free-kick backCredit: Rex
      Ronaldo was booked for his protestsCredit: Rex
      Defender Fabian Schar appeared to knock the ball back to Pope, who remained static.
      Ronaldo then closed the keeper down believing the ball had been played by Schar and fired into the back of the net.
      United players immediately swarmed the referee and Ronaldo was booked for his furious protest.
      One crowd video shows Schar playing the ball a moment after the referee’s whistle could be heard.
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      Nonetheless, Newcastle keeper Pope says the decision to not award United the goal was the right one as the free-kick wasn’t in the right place.
      The England international told Chronicle Live: “The free-kick was slightly in the wrong place and obviously Fabby’s (Schar) rolled it back to me and walked off.
      “I think you know by everyone’s body language that you know he’s not meaning to take a free-kick.
      “I think the referee sorted it out quickly and fair play to him for making the right decision and squashed it straight away.”
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      The disallowed goals summed up Ronaldo’s performance.
      He was largely anonymous in the 0-0 draw and was hauled off with 20 minutes to go for Marcus Rashford.
      The highlight of the 37-year-old’s afternoon would’ve been his trophy presentation alongside Sir Alex Ferguson ahead of kick-off to celebrate reaching 700 club goals. More

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      Man Utd boost in Joao Felix chase as Atletico Madrid star’s agent ‘explores options’ for January transfer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have received a boost in their pursuit of Atletico Madrid forward Joao Felix, according to reports.The 22-year-old Portuguese star was linked with a move to Old Trafford in the summer, but a deal never materialised.
      Felix is being linked with a move away from Atletico in JanuaryCredit: Getty
      However, he has started just seven of the Spanish side’s 14 matches in all competitions this season.
      It is causing friction between Felix and his relationship with Atletico and manager Diego Simeone.
      And according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the player’s agent Jorge Mendes is now searching for a route out of the club in 2023.
      But Atletico are keen to stand firm, refusing to accept anything less than his release clause – which is worth £304million.
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      Speaking on his “Here We Go” podcast, he revealed: “The situation is tense between Joao Felix and Atletico Madrid, especially between Joao Felix and Diego Simeone, of course, because he’s not a starter, he’s not playing a lot.
      “The reality is that on Atletico Madrid’s side they insist Joao Felix is not for sale and a key player for Atletico Madrid.
      “They want the release clause in his contract which is 350 million euros (£304m). They have no intention to negotiate.
      “But the reality is that on the player’s side – with agent Jorge Mendes – they are trying and exploring the market to find some potential solutions for 2023.”
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      Felix arrived at Atletico from Benfica in 2019 for a whopping £113m.
      He has not yet lived up to the enormous price tag the Spanish giants paid, contributing 29 goals and 18 assists in 123 appearances.
      And Atletico may be willing to cut their losses, although it is thought a transfer in the summer is more likely than in January.
      It was reported earlier this week that Felix has “lost his patience” with Atletico boss Simeone.
      He has played less than 30 minutes across their last four matches. More

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      Man Utd transfer target Frenkie de Jong slams ‘lies’ about Barcelona wages and explains why salary ‘looks bigger’

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      BARCELONA midfielder Frenkie de Jong has hit back at critics who claim he is refusing a wage cut.The 25-year-old Dutchman agreed a £400,000-a-week salary when he joined the Catalan giants back in 2019.
      De Jong has hit back at those accusing him of refusing a wage reductionCredit: AP
      He then penned a lucrative two-year extension during ex-president Josep Maria Bartomeu’s spell in charge of the club.
      But Barcelona’s crippling financial crisis resulted in De Jong being forced to take a wage reduction in each of his first three seasons.
      It means they are now required to pay those deferred wages to the player on top of his existing salary.
      As a result, De Jong, who was heavily linked with a move to Manchester United in the summer, will earn £16.8million net this season, followed by up to £21m in the following campaign – figures which include £17m worth of deferred payments.
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      And the midfielder has now set the records straight on the controversy surrounding his salary packet.
      Speaking to TV NOS, via Mundo Deportivo, De Jong said: “There have been many lies and falsehoods spread about my salary.
      “In each of the first three years I played here, I cut my salary. Eventually the money comes back, and it comes on top of my normal salary, so it looks bigger.
      “I think a lot of people don’t understand this, but the figures the media are spreading are false.”
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      Barcelona wanted to sell De Jong in the summer to alleviate their economic strain and enable them to register their host of new signings.
      But the former Ajax man made it clear his desire to stay at the Nou Camp, despite strong interest from Man Utd and Chelsea.
      And he recently revealed he felt during the transfer window that the club were trying to force him out the door.
      Last week, De Jong told Ziggo Sport: “I was calm. I decided in May that I wanted to stay. My opinion has never changed during this entire period.
      “I stayed calm. But then you know the pressure would start to come.
      “Yes, from the newspapers, from the president, exactly. From everywhere actually. But I wanted to stay at Barca so it never baffled me.”
      De Jong has started four of Barca’s eight LaLiga matches so far this season – including their 3-1 defeat to Real Madrid in El Clasico on Sunday.
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      But it has been reported that he remains “disgusted” by his role in Xavi’s side, with competition rife alongside the likes of Sergio Busquets, Gavi, and Pedri.
      And that discontent in Spain could finally see him depart in the coming months. More

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      Too many ‘average’ games will see Man Utd miss out on top-four finish and Ten Hag must find solution before World Cup

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      DUTCH legend Frank de Boer described Manchester United as “average” in their game against Newcastle – he was right.And too many “average” games will see Man Utd miss out on a top-four finish or European football as a whole.
      Ten Hag’s side were labelled ‘average’ by a Dutch legendCredit: AP
      Boss Erik ten Hag has to find a solution before the World Cup, and he has five games to do so, with a number of clubs hot on United’s heels.
      The Dutchman’s side have had a mixed start to the season with their best wins coming against Arsenal and Liverpool.
      However, they’ve struggled against sides they’re favourites to beat and they were held to a 0-0 draw by the visiting Magpies while struggling to fashion clear-cut chances.
      In fact, Newcastle went closest with Joelinton striking the woodwork twice.

      United looked shaky at the back at times, and lethargic in front of goal, and better sides with more firepower will make them pay.
      Cristiano Ronaldo, who has struggled to get into games this season, was largely anonymous again and his supporting cast didn’t do much to help him either.
      The 37-year-old cut a frustrated figure as he was hooked with 20 minutes to go for Marcus Rashford, who seems to be Ten Hag’s preferred option ahead of the Portugal star, alongside Anthony Martial.
      The stalemate at Old Trafford leaves United three points off fourth place Chelsea and it keeps Newcastle within touching distance.
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      And rivals Liverpool may be down in 12th but you would be silly to rule out a revival and top-four charge from Jurgen Klopp’s men.
      Failure to secure a top-four finish and Champions League football this season could spell disaster both on and off the pitch.
      Financially, the Red Devils would take a hit with sponsors Adidas.
      Their sponsorship would fall 30 per cent, receiving £22.5million LESS.
      While on the pitch, it would all but end any chance of Ronaldo staying on at Old Trafford with missing out on Europe’s elite club competition last season being the driving factor behind pushing for a summer move.
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      Whether they’re in the fight for a top-four finish will become more apparent with games against third place Tottenham and Chelsea coming up back-to-back.
      United also welcome West Ham to Old Trafford on the 30th, who have seen their form drastically improve. More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo handed another brutal transfer snub as Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone rules out move

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      ATLETICO MADRID boss Diego Simeone has confirmed that Cristiano Ronaldo will not be joining the club next summer.The Spanish giants were linked with an audacious swoop for wantaway Ronaldo during the summer transfer window, but many fans were strictly against the move.
      Ronaldo was linked with a move to Atletico MadridCredit: AFP
      Simeone has dismissed transfer rumoursCredit: Alamy
      One group of Atletico supporters even issued a statement suggesting that the Portugal skipper “represents the antithesis of the values” of the club.
      Although a move failed to materialise in the summer, Los Colchoneros have continued to be linked with Ronaldo, who spent nine years with the club’s rivals Real Madrid before moving to Juventus in 2018.
      Some reports have suggested that Atletico will look to complete a deal next summer.
      However, Simeone has since shut down all rumours, claiming that he has no interest in signing the Manchester United star.
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      The Argentine boss told Spanish football reporter Martin Liberman: “Cristiano Ronaldo’s possible arrival at Atlético in the summer?
      “The little birds told you anything far from what happened.
      “People speak sometimes to tell what they want to tell, not reality.”
      Ronaldo has been pushing for a move away from Old Trafford since July.
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      Numerous clubs expressed an interest in signing him, including Chelsea, Bayern Munich, Napoli, Borussia Dortmund, Barcelona and Sporting Lisbon, but the five-time Ballon d’Or winner was not granted an escape route.
      Ronaldo has had to settle for limited minutes so far this season following the resurgence of Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial. More