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      Man Utd legend Dwight Yorke SLAMS transfer policy and claims Red Devils ‘don’t need’ £70m Casemiro

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Dwight Yorke has slammed his former club’s transfer policy claiming they shouldn’t have signed Casemiro. The Real Madrid midfielder has just joined the club in a deal worth £70million and is yet to make an appearance.
      Dwight Yorke has taken aim at Man Utd’s transfer policyCredit: Getty
      Casemiro was unveiled to fans ahead of the clash with LiverpoolCredit: Getty
      But Yorke, 50, has criticised the signing as well as hitting out at Man Utd’s recruitment set-up.
      Speaking to Lord Ping, Yorke said: “Casemiro is a great player with pedigree, but he clearly wasn’t the first choice pick otherwise United would have signed him in June. 
      “I don’t think he is the type of player United need at the moment, but United aren’t getting top targets through the door so I imagine they’ve been a bit creative and signed the best player they could.”
      The three-time Premier League champion believes the club can no longer attract the best players in the world.
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      He added: “United used to be able to pick the best players in Europe, but Man City and Liverpool are more attractive clubs these days.
      “Not qualifying for the Champions League, not playing expansive and flamboyant football, has contributed to United missing out on players.”
      Yorke, currently manager of Australian side Macarthur FC, is shocked at the decline of Man Utd since Alex Ferguson’s departure saying: “Top four should never be described as a target for the club.
      “It wouldn’t have been considered in my day, but that’s where we are as a football club. We absolutely need to qualify for the Champions League this year and anything else is a bonus.”
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      Despite Erik ten Hag masterminding an impressive win against Liverpool there remains long-term problems to fix.
      And Yorke has suggested what he would have done.
      He said: “I would have made Cristiano Ronaldo captain for the coming season. I think that would have been a clever move from Ten Hag.
      “Because I don’t think Harry Maguire will be his number one centre-back and Ronaldo is the most experienced player in the team.
      “That could have given Ronaldo a new lease of life. I don’t think you would have all of this uncertainty if he was appointed captain.”
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      Yorke stressed that the current squad does have quality in the likes of Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho, Bruno Fernandes and Ronaldo but those players must find their best form.
      He believes part of Ten Hag’s job is to make the training ground at Old Trafford a happy place again and “get the players believing in his ideas and enjoying their football.”
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      Casemiro granted work permit with £70m midfielder set for Man Utd debut against Southampton after missing Liverpool win

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      CASEMIRO has been granted a work permit and is set to make his Manchester United debut against Southampton, according to reports.The Brazil star, 30, joined the Red Devils in a £70million transfer worth an eye-watering £350,000-a-week.
      Man Utd signed Casemiro for £70mCredit: Getty
      The Brazil star will pocket £350,000-a-weekCredit: Getty
      Casemiro with United legend Roy KeaneCredit: Getty
      He flew into the country over the weekend to complete a medical and was presented to the Old Trafford crowd on Monday when United took on and beat rivals Liverpool.
      And according to the Manchester Evening News, instead of watching United play from the stands, Casemiro will be able to PLAY for United this weekend against Southampton.
      The five-time Champions League winner has been granted his work permit, making him available for selection.
      On his move to Old Trafford, Casemiro said: “The opportunity to start a new challenge at Manchester United and in the Premier League is extremely exciting.
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      “I have worked with many great managers in my career and, having met with Erik and heard his ideas, I can’t wait to work closely with him, his staff and my new team-mates in the coming years.
      “I’m ending one beautiful journey in Madrid whilst starting another in Manchester as determined as ever to win football matches, win trophies and make our fans proud by bringing success to this great club.
      “Everybody knows the history of Manchester United, the significance of the club around the world and what it means to its supporters.
      “To represent United is an honour and I am ready to give everything to help the team achieve our ambitions.”
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      New Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag has described Casemiro as “the cement between the stones”, and says the club had been searching far and wide for a player of his expertise.
      Speaking to Sky Sports, the Dutchman said: “He is the cement between the stones, that is what we have been looking for in the summer and found him.
      “[I’m] very happy with his signing.”
      Casemiro watched his team-mates beat LiverpoolCredit: Getty
      The midfielder has now been granted a work permitCredit: Getty
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      Glum Cristiano Ronaldo arrives at Man Utd training as agent Jorge Mendes continues transfer search for dropped striker

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      GLOOMY Cristiano Ronaldo drove into Manchester United training as his agent Jorge Mendes continues to search for a transfer away from Old Trafford.The 37-year-old communicated his desire to leave Man Utd earlier this summer, following the club’s failure to qualify for the Champions League.
      Gloomy Cristiano Ronaldo arriving for Man Utd trainingCredit: Eamonn and James Clarke
      The iconic forward was dropped for the win over LiverpoolCredit: Eamonn and James Clarke
      Agent Mendes is trying to find Ronaldo a move before the September 1 deadlineCredit: Eamonn and James Clarke
      Ronaldo’s agent has been in contact with a number of clubs competing in Europe’s top competition.
      However, none are yet to make a concrete move for the legendary 815-career goal forward.
      Marseille are the latest club to be linked with Ronaldo, but such rumours have upset president Pablo Longoria – who insists signing players like CR7 is not within the project.
      Despite his future at United up in the air, Ronaldo continues to train hard and isn’t causing any problems in the dressing room, according to Fabrizio Romano.
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      Speaking on his YouTube channel, Romano said: “Jorge Mendes is still trying to find Ronaldo a new club, but the situation is proving far from easy.
      “He’s being super professional, training very hard and not causing any problems in the Manchester United dressing room.”
      On Marseille, the Italian journalist added: “Olympique Marseille fans are so passionate about the team. They dream of this signing.
      “But let me say, first point: there is nothing. As of today, there is nothing going on between Olympique Marseille and Cristiano Ronaldo.
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      “There are no meetings, no negotiations. But it’s also important to say, from what I am told, Marseille president Pablo Longoria is angry and sad with those rumours.
      “Why? Because Longoria, together with his board of directors and the coaching staff, are doing their best to build Marseille.
      “They feel they are doing their best to bring in many important players.
      “The latest one, Eric Bailly, is on a loan deal with a buy option if they get Champions League next year.
      “They have an idea, a project, a vision. And, as of today, Cristiano Ronaldo is absolutely not part of that project.
      “They have a completely different vision for the present and the future of the club. They are not working on this deal.”
      There’s just seven days remaining in the transfer window.
      Mendes is continuing to look for a club, despite having very little time, and Romano says “let’s see what is next”.
      Should Ronaldo remain at United, whether he’ll be handed a start anytime soon is yet to be seen.
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      The Portugal star was dropped, alongside captain Harry Maguire, for Monday’s 2-1 win over Liverpool.
      New boss Erik ten Hag’s gamble paid off and a front three of Anthony Elanga, Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho provided the much-needed energy the Dutchman requires of his squad.
      Erik ten Hag’s decision to drop Ronaldo and Maguire was rewarded with three pointsCredit: Eamonn and James Clarke
      Harry Maguire is subject to transfer interest from Chelsea if the Blues can’t sign Wesley FofanaCredit: Eamonn and James Clarke
      Anthony Martial has impressed upon his return from a loan spell at SevillaCredit: Eamonn and James Clarke
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      Man Utd in transfer talks with Newcastle keeper Martin Dubravka as Erik ten Hag seeks back-up for David De Gea

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are in negotiations over a shock move for goalkeeper Martin Dubravka, it’s been claimed.The Red Devils are on the lookout for a new stopper as competition for David de Gea and Tom Heaton.
      Manchester United want more cover for David de GeaCredit: REX
      The Red Devils have reportedly set their sights on Newcastle’s Martin DubravkaCredit: Getty
      Erik ten Hag was keen on signing Eintracht Frankfurt’s Kevin Trapp but has reportedly turned his attention to landing Newcastle stopper Dubravka after being outpriced by the Germans.
      That’s according to The Daily Mail, who claim the club have held “talks” over a late deal for the Slovakia international.
      Newcastle would likely want a hefty fee for their No2 as selling him in the coming days would leave them with little time to find a replacement.
      Toon boss Eddie Howe was left stunned by United’s reported interest in Dubravka and claimed he “didn’t know” anything of it.
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      But he’s refused to rule out the possibility of the Slovak leaving St James’ Park before the transfer window closes next month.
      When asked about possible exits, the former Bournemouth boss said last-minute departures would be a “late call.”
      Dubravka missed the Toon’s Carabao Cup second-round clash with Tranmere on Tuesday night through illness.
      The 33-year-old has yet to feature this season, warming the bench in Newcastle’s Premier League clashes with Nottingham Forest, Brighton and Manchester City.
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      Dubravka made 27 appearances in all competitions last season, conceding 36 goals and keeping eight clean sheets.
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      Newcastle will be back in action on Sunday, travelling to Molineux to face Wolves.
      Manchester United, meanwhile, travel to St Mary’s on Saturday to lock horns with Southampton.
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      Man Utd on brink of sealing mega £84m Antony transfer from Ajax with Erik ten Hag FINALLY getting his man

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      ANTONY is on the brink of becoming an £84million Manchester United signing.The Old Trafford club are understood to have met Ajax’s huge asking price for the Brazil winger, 22, who has been a summer-long target of new United boss Erik ten Hag.
      Manchester United are finally set to sign Antony from Ajax this summerCredit: Getty
      The Prem giants are confident they can get a deal over the line with a down-payment of £74m, plus a further £10m in potential add-ons.
      It will bring United’s summer spending to a colossal £205.2m after their capture of Brazil midfielder Casemiro for £60m from Real Madrid.
      They also got Argentine centre-half Lisandro Martinez for £48.3m from Ajax and Dutch left-back Tyrell Malacia for £12.9m from Feyenoord.
      The club also snapped-up free-agent Christian Eriksen as well.
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      Antony’s total fee is just £1m less than United’s club-record £85m for defender Harry Maguire.
      But United have not stopped splashing out yet.
      Former Ajax boss Ten Hag plans to spend even more and go Dutch again – having also targeted PSV Eindhoven attacker Cody Gakpo.
      The star, 23, is valued at £42m.
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      Ten Hag also wants Frankfurt goalkeeper Kevin Trapp, 32, as cover for David de Gea but has been in talks with Newcastle’s Martin Dubravka after being outpriced by the German side.
      United defender Eric Bailly signed for Marseille in a loan deal for £8.4m and a potential transfer fee at the end of the season of £6m.
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      Man Utd star Eric Bailly completes loan transfer to Marseille with £8.4m obligation to buy if clause is met

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      MANCHESTER UNITED defender Eric Bailly has completed a loan move to French side Marseille.And if he helps the French giants qualify for the Champions League the move will become permanent in an £8.4million deal.
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      Eric Bailly has joined Marseille on loan from Man UtdCredit: Getty
      It is an exciting signing for Marseille, who finished second last season and have already started this Ligue 1 campaign with two wins and a draw.
      Bailly, 29, joins former United team-mate Alexis Sanchez in the south of France after he sealed a free transfer from Inter.
      And he will also be team-mates with Matteo Guendouzi whose been signed from Arsenal along with Gunners loanee Nuno Tavares.
      Ivory Coast centre-back Bailly joined the Red Devils back in 2016 from Villarreal for £34.2 million.
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      He was signed by now-Roma boss Jose Mourinho, who was keen on a reunion in Italy until Marseille pounced.
      Bailly made 25 appearances in his maiden campaign, but a series of injuries have stopped him ever fully establishing himself at Old Trafford.
      Last season, he only managed three starts and came on as a sub on another occasion.

      With Raphael Varane and new signing Lisandro Martinez forming a partnership, and with Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof in reserve, United were more than happy to let Bailly go.
      And any outgoing will pave the way for the signings of Eredivisie pair Antony and Cody Gakpo.
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      While United are still hopeful of convincing Frenkie De Jong to join, after he rejected their initial offer in June.
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      Man Utd blow as Mauro Icardi’s wife and agent Wanda is set to hold transfer talks with Galatasaray over loan from PSG

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have been dealt a reported blow in their pursuit of Mauro Icardi.That’s because the Paris Saint-Germain star’s wife and agent Wanda Nara is in talks with Galatasaray over a loan move.
      Mauro Icardi is in talks with Galatasaray over a loan moveCredit: Alamy
      Wife and agent Wanda Nara is leading talks with the Turkish sideCredit: @wanda_nara
      Nicolo Schira claims Icardi looks destined to leave France this summer after falling out of Christophe Galtier’s plans.
      The former Inter Milan captain, 29, scored just four times in Ligue 1 last term.
      And partner Wanda, who is also his agent, is on the hunt for a fresh start.
      Man United have been strongly linked with a move following doubts over Cristiano Ronaldo’s future.
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      The Red Devils were reportedly ready to make a swoop ahead of transfer deadline day.
      But it’s now reckoned Galatasaray are leading the race for Icardi.

      The Turkish giants have made several big signings so far, including Napoli’s Dries Mertens, Porto’s Sergio Oliveira and Arsenal’s Lucas Torreira.
      But they now want Icardi to lead their charge to a first league title since 2019.
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      Wanda is known as a tough negotiator in transfers
      Man Utd have also been linked with a move for Wanda’s partner Icardi
      It’s reckoned Galatasaray are looking to strike an initial loan deal.
      And they are willing to cover £2.5million of Icardi’s £10m annual wage.
      Incredibly, PSG are so eager for a move to happen that they are happy to cover the other £7.5m.
      Icardi and Wanda are now set to hold talks with Gala with the aim of striking an agreement as soon as possible.
      It means United will have to look elsewhere if they remain set on signing another striker.
      But with Anthony Martial back from injury and Ronaldo appearing to be more settled following Casemiro’s arrival, Erik ten Hag could yet stick with his current options. More

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      Bayern chief explains Cristiano Ronaldo transfer snub and reveals club’s board voted on whether to sign Man Utd star

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      BAYERN MUNICH chief Hasan Salihamidzic revealed the club’s board voted AGAINST signing Cristiano Ronaldo from Manchester United.The legendary forward, 37, has been pushing for a move away from Old Trafford this summer following the club’s failure to qualify for the Champions League.
      Bayern snubbed Cristiano Ronaldo for sporting and financial reasonsCredit: Rex
      Bayern were one of many names linked with a move for Ronaldo.
      Chelsea, Barcelona, AC Milan, Inter, Borussia Dortmund, Atletico Madrid and Sporting Lisbon were also mentioned to be keeping an eye on Ronaldo’s situation.
      However, Bundesliga champions Bayern ruled themselves out of the running.
      Bayern chief Salihamidzic explained the decision to snub the five-time Ballon d’Or winner, despite Robert Lewandowski’s transfer to Barcelona, was down to a “sporting and financial point of view”.
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      Salihamidzic told BILD’s Phrasenmäher podcast: “When you now see how our attack is equipped – even without Robert Lewandowski – it’s just difficult from a sporting and financial point of view.
      “We have eight players for four positions upfront. We have established top players who are in the prime of their footballing age.
      “We have talent that we want to give playing time too, so we all voted to go through with our plan.
      “So that (signing Ronaldo) was out of question for us. We are very happy with how we’re equipped.”
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      Bayern have an impressive roster of attackers, even without Lewandowski.
      They secured the signing of Liverpool legend Sadio Mane this summer.
      The Senegal superstar joins the likes of Serge Gnabry, Thomas Muller and Jamal Musiala in providing and scoring the goals.
      Ronaldo, meanwhile, is stuck in limbo at Man Utd.

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      He was dropped by Erik ten Hag for Monday night’s game against Liverpool – and the decision appeared justified as United ran out 2-1 winners.
      With ten days to go before the transfer window shuts, it looks likely Ronaldo will stay put. More