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      Man Utd slammed as ‘desperate’ by Gary Neville as fellow legend Roy Keane tears into club over Marko Arnautovic transfer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legends Gary Neville and Roy Keane have ripped into the club for their “desperate” pursuit of forward Marko Arnautovic.New manager Erik ten Hag began life in the Premier League with a disappointing 2-1 defeat at home to Brighton on Sunday.
      Marko Arnautovic is being linked with a move to Old Trafford this summerCredit: Getty
      Gary Neville is unimpressed with reports United are interested in signing ArnautovicCredit: Getty
      And in amongst the glum mood around Old Trafford was a report that the club were looking at trying to sign 33-year-old former West Ham striker Marko Arnautovic.
      It was claimed live on air that United have had an initial bid rejected by Serie A side Bologna as they eye up the possibility of replacing an unhappy Cristiano Ronaldo.
      After hearing of United’s failed offer for the Austrian, Neville interrupted Sky presenter Dave Jones to say: “The first thing you do when the phone rings from Manchester United is reject the bid.
      “The reality of it is you know full well, they’ve lost that game today, they’re actually negotiating from an even worse position than they were yesterday and that’s a bigger problem for them.”
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      When pressed on Arnautovic, Neville then added: “We’ve seen it with Falcao, Ibrahimovic, Cavani, Ighalo – these desperate, sort of experienced signings.
      “We’ve seen it now for eight or 10 years, it’s a pattern, it’s happening time and time again.
      “We don’t even get angry, we don’t even get animated about it anymore. It’s got to the point where I don’t even want to comment about it.”
      Keane then backed up Neville’s view by piling in on his former club’s current transfer policy.
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      The Irishman said: “Who’s making these decisions? Who’s deciding which players are going to come in?
      “They’re talking about Darren Fletcher as technical director, they’ve got a new coach, John Murtough is obviously involved, there’s a new chief executive, there’s talk about them going back to Alex Ferguson and David Gill.
      “My goodness, what is going on?
      “It’s alright having the money, you’ve got to get the right players in with the right character.”
      Neville then finished the segment with a damning indictment of United’s lack of forward planning.
      He added: “The money that was needed to rebuild that squad this summer… they knew six months ago, eight months, 12 months ago that there was going to need to be investment this summer.
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      “All those players that were leaving like Mata and Matic and all the other ones that have left.
      “They knew they had a problem with Martial not having been fancied in the past, Cristiano coming to the end, Cavani leaving, obviously the situation with Greenwood not in the club anymore.
      “All these things have been known for a long time, it’s not as if it’s just hit them now.”
      Keane shared Neville’s view that Arnautovic is not the answer for UnitedCredit: Getty More

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      Man Utd star Victor Lindelof ‘wanted by old boss Jose Mourinho in Roma transfer with £16.8m price tag put on defender’

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      ROMA boss Jose Mourinho is reportedly eyeing up Victor Lindelof again.Ex-Manchester United manager Mourinho signed the defender from Benfica for the Red Devils in 2017.
      Jose Mourinho was Victor Lindelof’s manager at Old Trafford in 2017
      Now the Special One wants to work with the Sweden skipper in Serie A, according to Forza Roma.
      The 28-year-old was a high-profile omission from United’s matchday squad for Sunday’s defeat to Brighton.
      Captain Harry Maguire got the nod alongside new signing Lisandro Martinez in central defence.
      And with Raphael Varane starting on the bench, it remains to be seen if the Swede has a place in new boss Erik ten Hag’s plans.
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      Italian media have also been linking Roma with United defender Eric Bailly.
      The Ivory Coast star was another to miss out on a squad place in the shock 2-1 home defeat to the Seagulls.
      Forza says Lindelof is valued by the Red Devils at about £16.8m
      They add he is unlikely to get a new deal at Old Trafford when his current one expires in 2024.
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      The report also says he is likely to struggle to get back in the squad due to the signing of Martinez and a preference for Varane.
      It adds that a loan deal which includes “the right of redemption” might work for all parties.
      United will bid to bounce back from the weekend’s disappointment when they go to Brentford for a late Prem kick-off on Saturday. More

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      Man Utd fans all saying the same thing as old picture of transfer target Adrien Rabiot in Man City kit as kid emerges

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      JUVENTUS midfielder Adrien Rabiot is reportedly on the verge of joining Manchester United.But some United fans are unhappy with the potential addition after an old picture of the Frenchman emerged on social media.
      Rabiot wearing a Man City kit as a youngsterCredit: Twitter
      The midfielder is set to join Man UtdCredit: Getty
      The snap shows a young Rabiot posing before a training session… in a MANCHESTER CITY kit.
      Rabiot reportedly played for Man City’s academy when he was 13-years-old before signing his first professional deal with PSG a few years later.
      Many Man Utd fans are not convinced that signing the 27-year-old would be a good move amid the club’s transfer crisis.
      One person tweeted: “I literally check twitter every morning to see who United are linked with.
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      “Fully ready to support city after seeing the Rabiot and Arnautovic links man.”
      Another echoed the claims, adding: “If Man U sign Rabiot I might as well support City.”
      While opposition fans joked about the fact that the Frenchman used to play for United’s biggest rivals: “Rabiot. Yes, Man City youth product.”
      The Red Devils are claimed to have struck a £15million deal with Juventus for the midfielder.
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      However, personal terms are yet to be agreed.
      Man Utd are also in talks to sign former West Ham striker Marko Arnautovic.
      A £6.8m bid has been submitted, as confirmed by the player’s agent, but nothing has been agreed. More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo starts for Man Utd in behind-closed-doors friendly vs HALIFAX with star in race to be fit for weekend

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO was in match action this afternoon for Manchester United just 24 hours after he was benched for their Premier League opener.The wantaway Portuguese star was left out of Erik ten Hag’s starting line-up for yesterday’s shock 2-1 defeat at home to Brighton.
      Cristiano Ronaldo started as a sub in Man Utd’s defeat to Brighton on SundayCredit: Rex
      He got more match minutes today in a friendly with non-league HalifaxCredit: Getty
      It was a nightmare start for United, who eventually turned to the forward in the 53rd-minute but he was unable to inspire a comeback.
      However, Ronaldo was given more match minutes today as the Red Devils took on non-league Halifax in a behind-closed-door friendly.
      The game with the National League outfit is taking place at United’s Carrington training HQ.
      And the former Real Madrid and Juventus forward was not the only big-name to start.
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      The game was organised by United to give some much-needed minutes to those that did not feature from the start at Old Trafford against the Seagulls.
      Centre-halves Eric Bailly and Victor Lindelof were joined in the backline by full-backs Tyrell Malacia and Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
      Young guns James Garner, Anthony Elanga and Alejandro Garnacho were also included while veteran goalie Tom Heaton was between the sticks.
      Ten Hag will be desperate for Ronaldo to get more match practice as he hinted that he could turn to the ace for the weekend’s trip to face the Bees.
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      He admitted that his team’s performance improved once the five-time Ballon d’Or winner joined the action as they trailed 2-0 against Brighton.
      The United boss told Sky Sports: “It was clear to see in the second half we were better in the midfield, Christian Eriksen down and Cristiano Ronaldo up.
      “We created and had really good chances. It is a pity we didn’t score them.”

      And Ten Hag is confident Ronaldo’s fitness levels will improve after he missed pre-season due to family reasons.
      The Dutchman added: “It takes time, you cannot force it. He is one week in training.
      “He has to do more to get fit. This game will help and he will be better next week.” More

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      Erik ten Hag should QUIT Man Utd if he doesn’t get his transfer demands met by greedy Glazers who MUST sell now

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      ERIK TEN HAG should walk away from the Manchester United job if the club doesn’t supply his summer transfer targets.The Dutch boss has requested Barcelona ace Frenkie de Jong, a right-back, plus a striker.
      Erik ten Hag should quit if Man United doesn’t provide him with the players he wants this summerCredit: Getty
      His swift departure could finally force the Glazer family out of the clubCredit: PA
      And if the owners can’t provide him with the trio, he should say “thank you very much,” and leave the club.
      It would expose the Glazer family for what they are, heighten tension amongst United’s loyal supporters even further, and hopefully force the careless, greedy American owners to sell. 
      A deal for Juventus star Adrien Rabiot is reportedly imminent.
      But he’s not Ten Hag’s preferred choice as United would’ve signed him two months ago when he was put up for sale.
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      Alarm bells about United’s transfer strategy were ringing long before the humiliating opening day home defeat to Brighton.
      What we saw on the pitch only re-emphasized the desperate position United are in.
      Ten Hag is the latest manager not to be backed sufficiently, as the Glazer family run our once great football club into the ground.  
      Nine of the team that started against Graham Potter’s side were part of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Ralf Rangnick’s squad last season – so really nothing has changed, just the latest helpless coach in charge, trying to navigate his way through a truly awful situation.  
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      It’s not the players’ fault, they certainly looked like they were trying and their performance in the second half, after going two goals behind, definitely wasn’t one of a team that didn’t care.
      The truth is most of them are just not good enough. 
      David de Gea doesn’t command his area and isn’t good enough with his feet. Diogo Dalot can’t defend.
      Harry Maguire should never have been given the captaincy.
      Fred and Scott McTominay are spoilers trying to blag a career in the centre of midfield, and Marcus Rashford after an impressive pre-season, looks troubled once again.  
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      If Ten Hag did call it a day though, I bet the majority of United fans wouldn’t blame him.
      The board knew the likes of Paul Pogba, Nemanja Matic and Jesse Lingard were leaving, yet they haven’t even replaced them. 
      I don’t know what was said or promised during Ten Hag’s interview and/or when he accepted the job.
      I’d be amazed, given what he saw last season, and the lack of quality, if he didn’t insist on much more than what he’s been given.  
      Yes, the whole world knows how highly De Jong is rated by him, but while that pursuit was ongoing, couldn’t United have signed a forward and additional right sided defender? 
      It raises the question about funds and how much Ten Hag really has at his disposal.
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      United have the money, ten Hag needs to spend it, and if the owners don’t give him a hand before the end of the window, you should book yourself a holiday Erik, and wait for another club in Europe. 
      One that is run likes a football club and one that will help you take your next team where you think they should be.   More

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      Man Utd set to lose out on another transfer target with Benjamin Sesko, 19, joining RB Leipzig from sister club Salzburg

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are set to lose out on transfer target Benjamin Sesko to RB Leipzig, according to reports.The Red Devils are in the market for a striker amid doubts surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo’s future.
      Benjamin Sesko is set to join RB SalzburgCredit: Getty
      Sesko, 19, has been identified as a key target, although United chiefs have baulked at RB Salzburg’s £55million valuation.
      The Red Devils had been hoping to negotiate a lower fee, but it now appears to be too late.
      According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, RB Leipzig are close to completing a swoop for Sesko from their partner club.
      He is set to undergo a medical with the Bundesliga side this week, although won’t move there until 2023.
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      RB Salzburg are determined to get another year out of the forward, with Sesko himself content with spending the 2022-23 season in Austria.
      The deal could be confirmed this week.
      Sesko may partner Chelsea flop Timo Werner at RB Leipzig, after the Bundesliga side agreed a £25.3m deal to re-sign the forward from Stamford Bridge.
      The Blues will make a near-£30m loss on the 26-year-old, who they spent £53m on in 2020.
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      Werner only managed 23 goals in 89 Chelsea appearances, but was far more prolific in the Bundesliga.
      In four years at RB Leipzig he scored 90 goals and laid on 40 assists.
      Meanwhile, Man United fielded Christian Eriksen as a false nine for their Prem opener against Brighton.
      The experiment didn’t work, with wantaway forward Ronaldo eventually coming on in the 2-1 defeat.
      Anthony Martial is missing with a knee injury, while Edinson Cavani left at the end of last season.
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      Man Utd agree Adrien Rabiot transfer deal with Juventus but must thrash out personal terms with his MUM agent

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have agreed a deal in principle for Adrien Rabiot – but now face the task of thrashing out personal terms with his mum. Veronique Rabiot is the Juventus star’s agent and will be tasked with getting her 27-year-old son the best deal.
      Rabiot’s footballing CV includes Juventus and PSG, and he would give United a more dynamic midfield optionCredit: Rex
      Rabiot is into the final year of his contract and is believed to be one of the players Juve were happy to let go as they strengthened in midfield.
      United are looking to beef up in the centre of the park, a goal that became even more urgent after yesterday’s alarming defeat to Brighton.
      They have reportedly agreed a £15million fee for the midfielder that could rise to £20m.
      The Manchester Evening News reports that Rabiot’s agent mum is the “only stumbling block” to getting a deal over the line.
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      Once personal terms are agreed, Rabiot would move from Juventus after three years in Turin.
      He has made 94 appearances in that time for the Old Lady and scored five goals.
      The Frenchman made 28 appearances last season but now looks less likely of claiming first team football after Paul Pogba arrived, and Denis Zakaria and Manuel Locatelli grow in stature at the club since their moves.
      Rabiot’s mother reportedly urged Man United to bid for her son in 2014 while he was still at PSG and a move to Roma collapsed.
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      She is also known to be something of a character, having once confronted PSG manager Laurent Blanc in a car park.
      United’s move for Rabiot comes after weeks of frustration in their attempts to recruit Frenkie de Jong.

      The transfer has proved far from simple, even before Chelsea got involved and the player’s contract situation with Barcelona escalated.
      It now appears the Red Devils have cooled their interest and are exploring other options. More

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      Man Utd transfer target Frenkie de Jong puts on Barcelona masterclass as Robert Lewandowski shines on Nou Camp debut

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      MANCHESTER UNITED target Frenkie de Jong and new boy Robert Lewandowski stole the show as Barcelona romped to a 6-0 rout over Pumas UNAM.United have been hot on De Jong’s heels all summer although he’s reportedly reluctant to make the switch to Old Trafford.

      Frenkie de Jong picked up the ball in his own half before embarking on a mazy run in Barcelona’s 6-0 rout over Pumas UNAMCredit: FC Barcelona, @_GS_3
      The midfielder then split the opposition defence with a scintillating pass which his team-mates failed to capitalise onCredit: FC Barcelona, @_GS_3
      Robert Lewandowski also scored on his home debut, and provided two assistsCredit: Rex
      But De Jong’s resistance hasn’t deterred the Red Devils who hope to cajole the midfielder into a move by offering him a contract worth £450,000-a-week.
      And it was clear to see why United are prepared to make him the club’s highest-paid player as he shone at the Nou Camp on Sunday night.
      Footage from the clash shows the Dutch ace send former team-mate Dani Alves the wrong way before charging into enemy territory from his own half – leaving a slew of opponents behind with his blistering pace.
      He then split the defence in two with a mesmerising pass that should’ve resulted in a goal.
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      Not that it mattered anyway as Barca were already 5-0 up at that point.
      De Jong then put the game to bed in the 84th minute, and his display left United fans lamenting on Twitter about how they need him after witnessing their team crumble to Brighton.
      However, De Jong wasn’t the only star on fire for Barca.
      It was Lewandowski’s first appearance at the Nou Camp since completing his summer move from Bayern Munich – and it’s safe to say he wasn’t phased by the occasion.
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      The 33-year-old opened the scoring after just three minutes in style when he rounded Puma’s keeper before curling the ball into the net from the tightest of angles.
      The striker then turned provider when he sumptuously served Pedri with deft through balls twice.
      Lewandowski’s second assist was a thing of beauty as he cheekily back-heeled the ball into the incoming Pedri’s path who went on a brief run before slotting home.
      However, Barca are going to have to make some cuts to their squad in order to register Lewandowski, plus fellow new signings Jules Kounde and Raphinha.
      Reports claim LaLiga have issued Barca the ultimatum ahead of the new season to reduce the club’s crippling debt load. More