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      Man Utd joined by Liverpool in Frenkie de Jong transfer race as Jurgen Klopp desperately targets new midfielder

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      LIVERPOOL have reportedly joined the race to sign Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong.Futbol Total claims Jurgen Klopp has moved for the Manchester United target following Liverpool’s awful start to the new season.
      Liverpool have joined the race to sign Man Utd target and Barcelona star Frenkie de JongCredit: Getty
      Injuries to Thiago Alcantara and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain have left Liverpool short on midfield options.
      Fabinho has also suffered with fitness problems while Naby Keita’s future is in doubt.
      And after picking up just two points from his opening three games, Klopp has decided that De Jong needs to join his Anfield war machine.
      It’s claimed Liverpool have submitted a £53million bid for the Holland international, with a further £7m in add-ons.
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      It is unclear whether the Reds also intend to pay De Jong the £14m in wages he’s reportedly owed by Barca.
      But the ex-Ajax ace could be tempted by a switch to Anfield as playing Champions League football is a non-negotiable.
      United managed to agree a deal with Barcelona to sign De Jong earlier this month.
      But their Europa League status and chaotic start to the campaign under Erik ten Hag saw the playmaker refuse to leave Barca.
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      And it’s unclear whether United will return after splashing out on Real Madrid anchorman Casemiro.
      Chelsea are also thought to be in the running, despite being yet to make a formal bid.
      However, it now appears Liverpool are leading the race to sign De Jong before next week’s transfer deadline.
      Barcelona have made no secret of their willingness to sell De Jong so they can register all their new signings.
      And with the summer window coming to a close soon, the player himself could finally decide the time has come to jump ship. More

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      Erik ten Hag ‘wants Man Utd to seal £8m Memphis Depay transfer return’ with Juventus move from Barcelona set to collapse

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      ERIK TEN HAG is reportedly urging Manchester United to seal an £8million return for Memphis Depay.The 28-year-old was expected to rip up his Barcelona contract for a move to Juventus.
      Man Utd are ready to make an £8m swoop for former player and Barcelona ace Memphis DepayCredit: Reuters
      But with a deal now seemingly collapsed, Sport claims United are ready to pick up the pieces with an official £8m bid.
      Ten Hag is desperate to boost his attacking options before next week’s transfer deadline.
      And former Red Devil Depay ticks all the boxes.
      Since leaving United in 2017 after a poor 18-month stint which yielded just seven goals, he went on to net 76 times for French side Lyon.
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      Depay then scored 12 league goals for Barca last season and would give United real depth up top, as well as on the left flank.
      The Holland international was set to join Juventus this week after agreeing to rip up his contract.
      But the Italians eventually pulled out after striking a deal for Marseille’s Arkadiusz Milik instead.
      Ten Hag now hopes to wrap up a quick deal for Depay as he looks to build on Monday’s win over Liverpool.
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      And United are even prepared to pay Barcelona an £8m transfer to speed up negotiations and avoid a lengthy legal process regarding Depay’s potential contract termination.
      Should Ten Hag move for Depay, it is likely to spell the end of his interest in PSV’s Cody Gakpo.
      However, United remain eager on right-winger Antony from Ajax.
      And after having a bid rejected, Ten Hag is expected to green light a potential £80m swoop by the weekend. More

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      Man Utd, Arsenal, Chelsea and Spurs offload record transfer signings.. no wonder Europe talks of ‘stupid English money’

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      AFTER Arsenal agreed to farm out Nicolas Pepe on loan to Nice, an extraordinary pattern of transfer activity was completed this summer.It meant that Manchester United, Chelsea, Tottenham and the Gunners have all allowed their club-record signings — who cost a combined £313.5million — to depart without a single penny being recouped in transfer fees.

      Paul Pogba left Manchester United for nothing earlier this summerCredit: GETTY
      Chelsea recently loaned out record signing Romelu LukakuCredit: GETTY
      Arsenal have done the same with flop winger Nicolas PepeCredit: GETTY
      There is little surprise that those four members of England’s ‘Big Six’ have been left trailing in the wake of Manchester City and Liverpool in recent seasons, with such haphazard and shambolic recruitment.
      And no wonder that clubs on the continent talk of ‘stupid English money’, knowing they can fleece filthy-rich Premier League sides in the market.
      First, United’s £89m man Paul Pogba was allowed to leave Old Trafford for Juventus on a free — for a second time — after a largely miserable six-year spell for the French World Cup winner.
      Then Chelsea sent £97.5m Romelu Lukaku back to Inter Milan, after a single season at Stamford Bridge, for a modest loan fee of £7m — so desperate was Thomas Tuchel to get the big Belgian striker out of the building.
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      Last week, Spurs loaned their most expensive recruit, Tanguy Ndombele — a £55m buy from Lyon in 2019 — to Napoli. There is an option, but no obligation, for the Italian club to buy the French midfielder next summer.
      And Pepe’s loan move to Nice completes the set.
      The Ivory Coast winger was a £72m purchase from Lille in 2019, even though Unai Emery insisted he wanted to buy Wilfried Zaha from Crystal Palace instead.
      Nice are paying only half of his £140,000-per-week wages and, again, there is no compulsion for a permanent move.
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      He made just five Premier League starts last term and it was clear that Mikel Arteta wanted rid of a player who was a relic of a previous regime.
      Arteta, unlike predecessor Emery, is in tune with the club’s hierarchy, including recruitment chief Edu, and his side boasts the top flight’s only 100 per cent record.
      Spurs can also argue that they are doing things differently — and more effectively — under Antonio Conte and his fellow Italian, football director Fabio Paratici.
      The deals for Richarlison, Yves Bissouma and Ivan Perisic were decisive and early, with boss Conte unusually content with life and Spurs currently unbeaten.
      Ndombele is a gifted player but, under four Spurs managers — Mauricio Pochettino, Jose Mourinho, Nuno Espirito Santo and Conte — he has shown his talent only fleetingly.
      His final Spurs appearance, before he was loaned to Lyon last January, saw the Frenchman substituted — and loudly booed — with his side 1-0 down at home to Morecambe in the FA Cup.
      Across town at Chelsea, the expensive, scattergun approach continues under new owner Todd Boehly.
      This summer’s £62m deal for Brighton left-back Marc Cucurella, in particular, suggests the Blues are still willing to gamble big.
      United’s long-term status as transfer market mugs is well-documented — 31 different players were signed for £10m or more during Ed Woodward’s eight-year reign and not a single one has been a cast-iron hit.
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      The arrival of defensive midfielder Casemiro from Real Madrid is exactly what United need. Yet the Brazilian is 30, so a fee of up to £70m is staggering.
      No wonder they continue to talk of that ‘stupid English money’.
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      Man Utd ‘have Benjamin Pavard transfer bid rejected by Bayern Munich as Erik ten Hag searches for new defender’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED had their surprise bid for Benjamin Pavard rejected by Bayern Munich, according to reports.The Red Devils were in a race for the French full-back with Chelsea.
      Benjamin Pavard convinced Bayern Munich of keepingn rather than make a move to the Premier LeagueCredit: Getty
      Despite attracting other European clubs such as Juventus and Atletico Madrid, Pavard decided to remain with the German giants, L’Equipe reports.
      Bayern had been willing to accept £30million for the 26-year-old.
      But later, it was revealed that Pavard convinced the club to let him stay at the Allianz Arena.
      Pavard usually plays as a right-back but has proved himself as a centre half too, making him a useful asset to have around.
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      Pavard impressed as he won the 2018 World Cup with France.
      This urged Bayern Munich to sign him for £31.5million a year later from Stuttgart.
      He has made 123 appearances in all competitions, scoring seven goals and assisting 11.
      Meanwhile, United will be left looking for another full-back to complete their squad.
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      The Red Devils could keep their Rafael Varane-Lisandro Martinez pair-up but could want reinforcements on the flanks after a poor start to the Premier League season.
      Tyrell Malacia shone against Liverpool on Monday, although it remains to be seen if Luke Shaw, Diego Dalot and Aaron Wan-Bissaka are trusted by Erik ten Hag. More

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      Man Utd ‘set to make £25m transfer offer to Real Madrid for Marco Asensio’ but Carlo Ancelotti will fight for midfielder

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are ready to make an offer for Real Madrid star Marco Asensio, according to reports.The Red Devils could bid £25million for the Spaniard, claim outlet Relevo.
      Marco Asensio has won three Champions LeaguesCredit: Getty
      Carlo Ancelotti supposedly wants to keep Marco AsensioCredit: Getty
      But a deal could prove difficult to complete because Los Blancos boss Carlo Ancelotti wants to keep Asensio at the club.
      But the 26-year-old midfielder’s contract expires next summer so Real Madrid may want to cash in now in case a new contract cannot be sorted.
      Asensio could be tempted by a move to Old Trafford with his former teammates Raphael Varane and Casemiro at the club.
      Rumours suggest Man Utd may not be the only club in for him with Liverpool previously showing interest.
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      Newcastle and Arsenal have also been linked with as well as an unnamed Italian club is monitoring him too.
      Real Madrid won the LaLiga title and the Champions League last season with Asensio playing a key role featuring 42 times in all competitions scoring 12 goals.
      He has been at the Spanish giants since 2014 when he joined from Real Mallorca.
      In total, he has played 236 times for the club scoring on 49 occasions and he’s contributed with a further 24 assists.
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      Man Utd manager Erik ten Hag is keen to bolster his squad in the final week of the transfer window.
      The club remain keen on Ajax winger Antony.
      Meanwhile the future of star striker Cristiano Ronaldo is still unclear. More

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      Casemiro is ‘happiest man alive’ after Man Utd transfer as he vows to win trophies with the ‘biggest team in England’

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      NEW Manchester United signing Casemiro has revealed he’s the “happiest man alive after joining England’s biggest team”- who he vowed to win trophies with. Casemiro completed a blockbuster £70million move from Real Madrid to Old Trafford this week.
      Casemiro has shared his joy over joining England’s biggest team Man United who he vows to win trophies withCredit: Getty
      The midfielder can’t wait to link up with former Real Madrid team-mate Ronaldo although they’re yet to speak about his switch to Old TraffordCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      He arrived at the club in time to witness them crush rivals Liverpool 2-1 from the sidelines.
      And the midfielder’s set to get thrown into action when the Red Devils take on Southampton this weekend.
      But he took a moment out from getting to grips with life in Manchester to discuss his move with the club’s media.
      And the 30-year-old couldn’t contain his excitement about joining the team who’ve made him feel like a teenager once again.
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      When asked how he’s feeling since swapping Real for United, Casemiro buzzed: “Well, firstly, many thanks. There’s no doubt I’m really excited.
      “I’ve been very warmly welcomed. I’ve already felt that special affection from everyone towards me and of course that’s really important. I felt that great affection from the moment I arrived and I think it’s a new challenge.
      “I’m absolutely delighted. I feel like I’m 20 or 18 years of age, I’m raring to go, I’m excited to be amongst my teammates, playing in the stadium and I think that it’s just huge excitement and I’m absolutely delighted.”
      He’s been blown away by the affection he’s been shown by those at the club – and is eager to hit the ground running at the Theatre Of Dreams.
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      Casemiro added: “Well, as you’ve said, the love of those around me… It was amazing when I arrived.
      “People were really friendly with me, showing me lots of affection and that’s what you like to feel as a person.
      “So, I’m really happy, really excited and I feel it’s a great challenge and a new challenge for me, so I want to work hard to make it happen.”
      Casemiro became United’s second midfield addition following Christian Eriksen’s arrival this summer, and he’s revealed it was a no-brainer to make the switch when the country’s “biggest team” came knocking.
      The Red Devils have been in steady decline over the past decade but have still won the Prem more than any other team – with 13 titles in their cabinet.
      And Casemiro claims this proves they’re still England’s top dogs.
      He mused: “Well, it’s the biggest club in England. It’s the club with the most amount of titles. So, I’m really happy and just can’t wait to get going.”
      The midfield engine will link up with ex-Real team-mates Raphael Varane and Cristiano Ronaldo at Old Trafford this season, and he can’t wait to reunite with his old pals.
      He revealed that Varane’s already given him the lay of the land, although he’s yet to chat with Ronaldo – who he evidently still reveres despite their lack of contact thus far.
      Casemiro explained when quizzed about the pair: “Well, they are two players that I’ve had the pleasure of playing alongside.
      “We could spend all day talking about Cristiano. He’s one of the best players in the history of football. Looking back at his time at Real Madrid.
      “I think we spent seven years together, so it’s an honour to play once again with these players but not just these guys, I’m looking forward to meeting my new teammates, to helping them and them helping me, too.
      “Well, it’s the biggest club in England. It’s the club with the most amount of titles. ”Casemiro
      “I’m incredibly excited to be here at Manchester United.”
      “I’ve spoken to Rafa. He tells me he’s happy. His family is very happy here in Manchester and I feel Manchester United have a great centre-back in him and, as we know, Cristiano is up there as one of the best players in the history of football and I think he’ll keep achieving things.”
      But Casemiro hasn’t come to United just to rekindle the camaraderie with his old friends.
      He’s determined to make his mark at the club and bring back the glory days to the club, and that includes winning trophies.
      Casemiro rounded up by saying to the fans: “Well, I’m excited to be here, extremely happy.
      “I appreciate the affection that people have shown me, from day one, the people in the airport, everyone.
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      “I’m delighted and I’m sure that I’ll give everything, not just in games but in training as well and you can count on me as another Manchester United player and I want to win matches and titles like all of the players.
      “I’m really looking forward to it and now it’s about working hard and showing everyone what I can do as a footballer.” More

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      Patrice Evra admits it ‘may be time for Harry Maguire to go’ as Chelsea line up transfer for under-fire Man Utd defender

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      PATRICE EVRA admitted time may be up for Harry Maguire at Manchester United.The £85million defender has endured a tough time at Old Trafford, struggling to live up to his world-record transfer fee.
      Luke Shaw and Harry Maguire could both be moved on in the next weekCredit: EPA
      Patrice Evra is not overjoyed with the £85m defenderCredit: Getty
      Despite being club captain, he was dropped for Monday’s 2-1 win over Liverpool.
      SunSport revealed Erik ten Hag has told Maguire he is no longer first choice therefore plunging the armband into doubt.
      And with Chelsea sniffing around a potential transfer in their desperate pursuit for a centre-back, former Red Devils star Evra reckons his old side should cash in.
      He said: “I can say people are too harsh on Harry Maguire, but he is paying the price for his transfer fee.
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      “From that day, I said he is going to have the most difficult season for United because people only looked at the price.
      “If we bought him for £5m, people would say he’s an amazing centre-back.
      “We all have bad games but now we’ve got to a point where even if he has a good game people are not happy.
      “So there’s a negativity around him.”
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      Uncertainty also circles around the futures of Cristiano Ronaldo and Luke Shaw with a week left in the summer transfer window.
      And Evra believes it could be best to sell both now.
      He told Betfair: “The Cristiano Ronaldo saga is another issue. Is he staying? Is he leaving?
      “He’s still here, the transfer window isn’t closed but I think, personally knowing Cristiano, if he doesn’t play he would like to leave. 
      “I think this would be the best for him and for United. 
      “We’ve been playing Luke Shaw for so many years and I’m really careful when I talk about left-backs because I’ve been in this position and it’s not an easy position.
      “Luke Shaw has been here for so many years and he hasn’t matched the standard set by Denis Irwin or myself, and I think left-back is a really crucial position for United. 
      “Maybe it’s time for those players [Maguire, Ronaldo and Shaw] to go.”
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      However, Evra was far more positive about the shock £70m signing of Casemiro from Real Madrid.
      The Brazilian will inject some much-needed trophy-winning experience into a team that has not lifted any silverware since 2017.
      Evra said: “I’m confident, we’re talking about a five-times Champions League winner.
      “Don’t expect too much all of a sudden, he needs to adapt to his new players.
      “But I’ve seen him many times and what a player. That’s the kind of midfielder we need. 
      “When we play Scott McTominay and Fred, even if they have a great game, after three games they lose that consistency and Casemiro will bring that to United.
      “I don’t see why he won’t perform well for Manchester United. 
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      “People blame players at the club, but they don’t have anybody to look at, apart from Cristiano Ronaldo. The experience is really important.
      “When you have a player and they win so many trophies, young players look up to them, they see the way they train, the way they eat and their lifestyle. Casemiro’s experience will be a massive help.”
      The Cristiano Ronaldo saga is still not resolvedCredit: Getty
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      Gerard Pique’s FC Andorra, in Spain’s LaLiga 2, make shock £21m transfer move for Man Utd starlet Hannibal Mejbri

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      MANCHESTER UNITED star Hannibal Mejbri could be set for a shock move to FC Androrra, owned by Gerard Pique, according to reports.The Barcelona centre-back purchased the club via his company Kosmos Holding back in 2018 and they recently got promoted to LaLiga 2, the Spanish second division, for the first time in their history.
      Hannibal Mejbri could be set for a loan move away from Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      Gerard Pique owns FC AndorraCredit: Getty
      The club are interested in signing Hannibal on loan with a clause in the deal that would allow them to sign him for £21million, report the Daily Mail.
      The 19-year-old is set to depart Man Utd on loan this summer.
      Rumours suggest a host of Championship clubs have shown an interest such as West Brom and Birmingham.
      The teenager has made three first-team appearances for United all of which came under Ralf Rangnick towards the end of last season.
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      Despite his limited minutes the Tunisian has already developed a reputation for his aggressive style of play.
      He has been dubbed a ‘hothead’ and ‘the next Robbie Savage’ by supporters.
      The central-midfielder supposedly impressed new United boss Erik ten Hag in pre-season but following the signing of Casemiro his chances at starting games will be severely restricted.
      He was used during one pre-season game as a striker by the Dutchman.
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      FC Andorra have made a respectable start to the season and have three points from two matches.
      Pique continues to make headlines away from being a Barcelona player following his split with long-term partner and pop star Shakira.
      The 35-year-old former Man Utd youngster has also invested in tennis’ Davis Cup and a production company via Kosmos Holding. More