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      Man Utd chief Darren Fletcher scouted Ismaila Sarr as he scored Watford stunner with Red Devils eyeing shock transfer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED chief Darren Fletcher was scouting Ismaila Sarr when the forward scored his stunner from the halfway line against West Brom, according to reports. The technical director was treated to a wonder goal during Watford’s Monday night trip to the Hawthorns.
      Darren Fletcher had the perfect view for the incredible goal at the Hawthorns on Monday nightCredit: Getty
      Sarr has been linked to big moves away from Watford beforeCredit: Getty
      Sarr managed to catch Baggies keeper David Button off his line with a goal of the season contender.
      The Senegalese would go on to miss a penalty as Watford drew 1-1 with West Brom after Karlan Grant equalised.
      It just so happened that Sarr scored his halfway goal while Fletcher was watching from the stands scouting him specifically, according to the Mail.
      Man United are on manoeuvres as they try to bring in reinforcements, and the Red Devils are believed to have their eyes on the forward.
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      Fletcher, who spent 13 years sat in United’s midfield before becoming the technical director this year, travelled to the West Midland’s to assess the winger.
      The 24-year-old has been at Vicarage Road since 2019 and lit up the Premier League with a stunning performance against Liverpool in 2020.
      Sarr has scored 25 goals in 94 appearances since his club-record move from Rennes and was part of the Senegal side who won the Africa Cup of Nations earlier this year.
      He has been linked to moves to Anfield previously but has remained at Watford, despite their relegation to the Championship.
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      United could now be eyeing up a move to give their attack more cutting-edge with the likes of Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho woefully out of form.
      Alongside Joao Pedro and Emmanuel Dennis, Watford can boast perhaps the most fearsome front three in the division.
      But boss Rob Edwards has got a job on his hands hanging on to all of them, with the trio consistently linked with moves away. More

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      Man Utd moved for NONE of Ralf Rangnick’s five suggested transfer targets… two of which went on to sign for City

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      RALF RANGNICK reportedly identified five Manchester United targets for this summer – and neighbours City signed two while the Red Devils went for none of them.The German was appointed interim manager last term following Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s sacking and identified a handful of players to the board that would improve the club.
      Erik ten Hag has made three new signings at Man UtdCredit: Getty
      Ex-interim boss Ralf Rangnick allegedly told the club to go for five playersCredit: AFP
      Rangnick took charge in December but his time in the dug-out was miserable as they only won just 11 of his 29 games.
      However, he was supposed to take up a consultancy role from the end of last season but he left to take charge of Austria just six days after Erik ten Hag’s arrival.
      Now Manchester Evening News are claiming that he still left them with a hit-list of five targets to secure this summer – but United failed to capture any of them.
      Rangnick allegedly told them to move for Erling Haaland, Christopher Nkunku, Konrad Laimer, Julian Alvarez and Josko Gvardiol.
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      And he reportedly told them that the latter was a “must buy”. 
      RB Leipzig and Croatia defender Gvardiol was seemingly his top priority while his team-mate Laimer was another of his recommendations.
      He also allegedly told United to scout Leipzig striker Nkunku, who scored 35 goals in 52 appearances last season, but the French star has now penned a new long-term deal with the German outfit.
      United knew that their hopes of signing hotshot Haaland were slim, and he is now starring for rivals City, but he still urged them to try and strike a deal with his £51m release clause becoming active over the summer.
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      Rangnick also reportedly brought Alvarez to United’s attention in January.
      But they were pipped by City again, who swooped for the Argentinian from River Plate for £14m back in January.
      Rangnick and Ten Hag are not believed to have met in person but allegedly held talks before the former’s departure.
      Despite his recommendations, United moved for none of these targets over the summer window.
      Instead they signed full-back Tyrell Malacia, free agent Christian Eriksen and centre-back Lisandro Martinez.
      Meanwhile, Adrien Rabiot is expected to become Ten Hag’s fourth addition of the transfer window. More

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      Man Utd transfer for Adrien Rabiot being delayed by Juventus star’s £8.5m-a-year wage demands to make move

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      MANCHESTER UNITED’s move for Adrien Rabiot is being delayed due to his huge wage demands, according to reports.The midfielder – and his agent mother – are reportedly asking for a whopping £8.5m a year contract to get the deal done.
      Despite the ongoing speculation about his future, Rabiot (right) trained with his Juve teammates todayCredit: Getty
      United made a move for the out-of-favour Juventus man to beef up a midfield that has often faced criticism.
      But what appeared to be a straightforward deal now appears to have a spanner in the works.
      That’s according to Get Football News Italy, who say the star’s wage demands is the last sticking point in the deal.
      Manchester United and Juventus are believed to have agreed terms, with the report suggesting the Old Lady were now only “spectators” in the rest of the discussion.
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      Rabiot’s personal terms now apparently risk slowing down the deal as Erik ten Hag desperately pushes for reinforcements following United’s poor showing against Brighton.
      The 27-year-old’s mother is believed to be a tough negotiator and is also reported to be making demands about Champions League football guarantees.
      Rabiot was pictured in Juventus training today as the saga of his transfer deal continues.
      He is one of a number of players United have been linked to in recent weeks.
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      There had been reports that the club were seriously considering bringing in former Stoke striker Marko Arnautovic.
      But the Red Devils have now gone cold on the move – with the angry reaction of fans to the speculation understood to have played a role.
      United are also reportedly refusing to give up on Frenkie de Jong despite there being little movement in the pursuit of the Barcelona star for weeks. More

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      Juan Mata ‘has REJECTED MLS offers’ since Man Utd exit with ex-Chelsea ace wanting to stay at highest level in Europe

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      EX-MANCHESTER UNITED star Juan Mata has snubbed offers from MLS despite still being without a club.Midfielder Mata has reportedly rejected clubs in the States since leaving Old Trafford, because he wants to continue playing at a high level in Europe.
      Mata bids a fond farewell to the United fans last seasonCredit: Getty
      The 34-year-old ended his time at United this summer but is still without a club as campaigns across the continent are getting underway.
      Respected Spanish sports paper Marca have reported that he is ‘patient’ over what is likely to be the final chapter in his glittering career.
      The former Spain winger believes he still has the quality to play in an elite league, despite playing precious little football at United over the last few seasons.
      And he is said to be taking a ‘patient’ approach to his next move, but has no intention to drop down a level.
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      Marca reports that he is still full of ‘enthusiasm’ – and even believes he can win trophies in the twilight years of his playing days.
      Mata made 285 appearances for Manchester United, scoring 51 goals plus landed FA Cup, League Cup and Europa League medals.
      He bagged 41 caps for Spain, while winning the World Cup and Euros.
      However it appears he is no fan of MLS, which retains its perhaps unfair status as a retirement home for fading European stars.
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      Gareth Bale has joined Los Angeles FC, while Wayne Rooney is in charge of DC United after his previous playing spell at the club.
      Former Old Trafford star Phil Neville is also manager of Inter Miami, the side part owned by superstar David Beckham. More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo saga has damaged morale in Man Utd squad but fans should NOT let it tarnish legacy, says Louis Saha

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO’S desire to leave Manchester United has damaged the morale at Old Trafford.That is according to his former-team Louis Saha, who played alongside the 37-year-old during his first spell at the club between 2004-2008.
      Louis Saha and Cristiano Ronaldo won two Premier League titles, the Champions League and the League Cup together at Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty – Contributor
      Wantaway Red Devils ace Ronaldo wants to leave the club before the transfer window closesCredit: Reuters
      Ronaldo is keen to quit the Red Devils in his quest to play Champions League football this season.
      He failed to join the United squad on their pre-season tour of Asia and Australia due to “family reasons”, before returning to face Rayo Vallecano earlier this month.
      But he caused outrage after leaving ten minutes before the final whistle in the friendly clash – during which he was hooked at half-time.
      Despite Anthony Martial nursing a minor injury, he was dropped to the bench for Sunday’s 2-1 defeat against Brighton where he came on in the second half.
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      Though he could be recalled back to the starting XI after boss Erik ten hag insisted United are better with him on the pitch.
      Saha was critical of the five-time Ballon d’Or winner last month, but he has insisted he doesn’t want his legacy at the club to be tarnished.
      Speaking exclusively to SunSport on behalf of TPP-ThePuntersPage about the transfer saga, the 48-year-old said: “I really don’t know with Cristiano Ronaldo.
      “I made some comments a few weeks ago saying I was not happy by the fact he’s such a big player and such an example for youngsters.
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      “He can clearly see that the manager needs to make some strong decisions and I feel he went completely the opposite.
      “If you try to bring discipline and he doesn’t want to do it or has different ideas, then it’s hard and I think he’s taken it in a personal way.
      “The manager is trying to build a collective and a squad with a foundation and he’s being brought into the Cristiano Ronaldo saga every time he speaks.
      “It’s not an easy situation and I would say that I was on Cristiano’s back a bit. The criticism was strong, if he finds a suiter, then ok you can go.
      “But if not, then you have to come out and talk; if he wants to leave, he should say it but also say he’ll give his 100 per cent to the club if it doesn’t happen or until it happens.
      “At least then the saga with Cristiano would be over at that point, but we haven’t seen this, so I was frustrated as a fan of Manchester United.
      “I’m still a huge fan of Cristiano Ronaldo, I love what he has done for the game, and I still admire his talent today because he’s still an amazing player.
      “But at this moment in time, the talk of his future has been really bad in terms of trying to build a team collective.
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      “It doesn’t belong to the legacy of Cristiano Ronaldo because he doesn’t deserve it.
      “For the fans, it’s a case of being a bigger fan of the club than it is being a fan of Cristiano Ronaldo which has to be the same for every player.” More

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      Man Utd refusing to give up on Frenkie de Jong transfer despite ace closing on Chelsea move after agreeing wage terms

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly refusing to give up on Frenkie de Jong.That’s after they agreed terms with his agent as rivals Chelsea struck a transfer fee with Barcelona.
      Man Utd are refusing to give up on a deal for Chelsea target Frenkie de JongCredit: Getty
      Sky claim United are yet to pack in their months-long pursuit of Barca star De Jong.
      Former Ajax boss Erik ten Hag has had the playmaker at the top of his list since joining the Red Devils.
      But De Jong has so far refused a move to Old Trafford due to United’s lack of Champions League football, plus his unpaid wages at Barcelona.
      Chelsea are now thought to have agreed a £67.6million fee with the Spaniards.
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      And Todd Boehly’s side are even prepared to meet the cost of De Jong’s £14m deferred salary.
      However, United remain in the hunt until the bitter end.
      It’s reckoned they have been locked in talks with De Jong’s agent over the past week.
      And an agreement on a contract has now been found in case the player changes his mind over a switch.
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      De Jong is now set to make a decision on his future in the next 48 hours.
      His preference is to stay at Barca, but the Dutch ace does not want to take a pay cut.
      And that means Chelsea remain favourites to land De Jong as they can offer him Champions League football. More

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      Man Utd ‘not shopping in Harrods any more’ with Arnautovic better choice than ‘hiding’ Jadon Sancho, says Agbonlahor

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      GABBY AGBONLAHOR has warned Manchester United fans they are “not shopping in Harrods any more”.And the former Aston Villa ace has questioned why many did not want to sign Marko Arnautovic.
      Gabby Agbonlahor doesn’t get why Man Utd fans were so resistant to Marko ArnautovicCredit: Getty
      Agbonlahor reckons Arnautovic is better than SanchoCredit: Getty
      That’s because Agbonlahor reckons the ex-West Ham star is BETTER than £73million winger Jadon Sancho.
      United stunned their own supporters by making a move for Bologna forward Arnautovic at the weekend.
      The shock news came as Erik ten Hag’s side was beaten 2-1 by Brighton at Old Trafford in his first Prem game.
      Bologna promptly rejected the bid, leading to United preparing a fresh move.
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      But the angry reaction from fans saw the Red Devils abandon the deal yesterday.
      However, Agbonlahor does not understand why United fans are being so picky.
      He feels the club will struggle to attract big players due to their on-field woes.
      And Arnautovic is actually a good footballer who would add depth to their current squad.
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      Agbonlahor reckons United can’t attract big names any moreCredit: Getty

      Indeed, Agbonlahor is convinced Arnautovic would have made more of an impact than Sancho in the starting XI.
      And supporters should instead be getting behind Ten Hag, who is also attempting to sign Adrien Rabiot from Juventus.
      Agbonlahor declared: “I don’t know who Man United fans think they are. Arnautovic makes that squad a better squad.
      “They’ve got to stop living in the Fergie years. Man United, now, are a club who can’t attract top players.
      “There’s talk about looking to the future with younger players. They’ve done that with Sancho and he can’t take anyone on.
      “He gets the ball, he passes it back to Dalot, he hides, he doesn’t get past people.
      “Look at the wingers they’ve had in the past. Valencia – he used to go past people and put crosses in. Even Nani was outstanding. Sancho doesn’t do that.
      “I’d rather Arnautovic in my team than Jadon Sancho at the moment.
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      “If he makes that team better for a season, get him in. It’s the manager’s choice, it doesn’t matter what the fans think.
      “After he scores two goals, they’ll change their mind. They’re not shopping in Harrods anymore, they’re in a different place.” More