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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.
      Timo Werner is set to quit ChelseaCredit: Getty More

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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

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      Man Utd boss Ten Hag wants Marko Arnautovic transfer to ‘bring belief to dressing room’ as agent confirms £6.8m bid

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      MANCHESTER UNITED’S shock interest in Bologna ace Marko Arnautovic has been confirmed by the player’s agent.SunSport revealed that United were holding talks over £6.8million deal for the 33-year-old veteran on Sunday.
      Marko Arnautovic is the subject of a shock transfer swoop by Man United – his brother confirmedCredit: Getty
      But United boss Erik ten Hag wants the 33-year-old to play a unique role at the clubCredit: Getty
      Red Devils fans have been left underwhelmed by the former Stoke and West Ham star’s impending arrival.
      Especially in the wake on Sunday’s horror 2-1 loss to Brighton in Erik ten Hag’s first game in charge.
      But United’s interest has now been affirmed by Arnautovic’s brother and agent Danijel.
      Asked about the speculation, he said: “It’s true that there’s a bid from a well-known club. I’m in contact with Bologna to see if that can be realised.”
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      Ten Hag remained tight-lipped about any move for Arnautovic when pressed by the media after United’s dismal Old Trafford defeat.
      He bluntly responded: “I don’t go into names and I think in this pre-season 250 players are involved or linked with us. So that’s it.”
      United’s front line is depleted following the departures of Jesse Lingard and Edinson Cavani this summer.
      And their attack is set to be further decimated if wantaway Cristiano Ronaldo’s eventually leaves the club.
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      This leaves the floundering Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford left to lead the line.
      However, club boss Erik ten Hag reckons Arnautovic can bolster attack and provide the team with some much-needed belief which has evidently been lacking in recent years, The Athletic reported.
      United legend Gary Neville was left speechless by United’s pursuit of the ex-West Ham ace.
      Upon hearing the news, Neville declared: “I don’t know. I have no comment on it.
      “I’ve got a comment on everything in the world apart from Man Utd signing Marko Arnautovic today.
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      “I’ve got nothing to say!”
      He then went on to express that United need to curb the pattern of recruiting players in their thirties like Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Edinson Cavani, and Odion Ighalo, as they’ve perpetually done over the past decade. More

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      Barcelona threatening legal action against Man Utd transfer target Frenkie de Jong over trying to get him to slash wages

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      BARCELONA are reportedly threatening legal action against their OWN PLAYER Frenkie de Jong.The 22-year-old Dutch midfielder, who has been heavily linked with a move to Manchester United this summer, has been urged to rip up the current deal he has with Barca.
      De Jong’s ongoing battle with Barcelona is continuing to rumble onCredit: Getty
      This is because the Catalan giants allege that his existing contract has “evidence of criminality” within it.
      The Athletic’s David Ornstein tweeted: “Barcelona told Frenkie de Jong on July 15 they have evidence of criminality around contract given by old board + cause for legal action vs all involved.
      “FC Barcelona asked him to annul deal & revert to previous terms.”
      Man Utd had an offer accepted for De Jong last month, but the player’s reluctance to join Old Trafford and outstanding payments he is owed by Barcelona – reported to be £14.5m – stopped the deal from going through.
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      And now there are reports that after United’s offer had been accepted by the club, Barca then wrote to De Jong telling him there was evidence of criminal actions in the contract renewal he signed on October 20, 2020.
      The two-year contract extension – taking him up to 2026 – reduced his salary for the 2020-21 and 2021-22 seasons in order to alleviate Barca’s financial problems.
      This left £15.2million to be paid to De Jong across the following four seasons of his deal.
      Gerard Pique, Marc-Andre ter Stegen and Clement Lenglet also signed similar contracts to reduce the club’s wage bill.
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      Barca now want De Jong to revert to the terms of the agreement which he originally signed in January 2019.
      Dialogue between the club and player is also said to have included claims that De Jong’s representatives may be implicated in the alleged criminality.
      The previous management led by president Josep Bartomeu, who was replaced last year, believe the contract renewal was completely legal.
      SunSport have approached De Jong’s representatives for comment.
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      Meanwhile, reports of legal action potentially being taken come just hours after current president Joan Laporta insisted De Jong wants to stay at the Nou Camp.
      He said: “He [De Jong] is a Barca player of great quality and we want him to stay.
      “He has offers but we want him to stay and he wants to stay too.” More

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      Ex-Man Utd star Edinson Cavani closing in on Boca Juniors free transfer with deal entering ‘key stages’

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      EDINSON CAVANI is on the brink of sealing a return to South America with Boca Juniors.The Uruguayan striker was one of eleven stars released by Manchester United in June.
      Edinson Cavani is on the brink of completing a move to Boca JuniorsCredit: Getty
      The 35-year-old veteran’s been a free agent since then despite a slew of clubs interested in his services.
      A range of sides from LaLiga to Serie A new-boys Monza were linked to the attacker.
      It was thought Villarreal were leading the race to sign Cavani.
      Reports suggested that he had signed a pre-agreement with Unai Emery’s side.
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      But those claims have been tossed by transfer guru Fabrizio Romano who alleges Boca and Cavani are in advanced talks to get a deal done.
      Boca are said to be eager to wrap the transfer up soon to thwart Villarreal’s advances.
      Borussia Dortmund were ostensibly another interested party, but that was also dismissed by Romano.
      Cavani’s expected to pen an 18-month contract with the South American titans.
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      He’ll be welcomed at the club by fellow former Man United Marcos Rojo.
      Rojo left United to join Boca in 2021 following a loan stint with boyhood club Estudiantes.
      And the defender proved his worth in the same year when he scored a goal in Boca’s domestic Professional League Cup win – which he bizarrely celebrated by smoking a cigarette on the pitch after the game concluded. More

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      Fuming Gary Neville says Man Utd transfer bids should be REJECTED with Erik ten Hag ‘shocked’ by squad he inherited

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      GARY NEVILLE has suggested clubs should REJECT transfer approaches from Manchester United knowing how desperate they are.The Red Devils endured a horrid start to the Premier League season over the weekend, suffering a 2-1 defeat to Brighton.
      Ten Hag has endured a tough start to his Man Utd careerCredit: Reuters
      Neville has continued to criticise United chiefsCredit: Getty
      “The first thing that you do when the phone rings from Manchester United is reject the bid” ❌”What has happened to Man United honestly?” 😩Super Sunday is well and truly back! 😅🔊 pic.twitter.com/il4XOJ3D91— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) August 7, 2022

      Pascal Gross scored twice before half time to give The Seagulls a comfortable lead at Old Trafford, and while a second half own-goal from Alexis Mac Allister fired United back into the game, it was Graham Potter’s men who claimed all three points.
      Man Utd fans were left fuming after the final whistle, while club legend Neville was in disbelief at how far the club has fallen.
      When speaking for Sky Sports after the game, he said: “The first thing you do when the phone rings from Man Utd is reject the bid.
      “Because the reality of it is you know full well they’ve lost that game today, they’re actually negotiating now from an even worse position than they were yesterday, and that’s a bigger problem from them.”
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      Neville then went on to react to the prospect of Man Utd signing former West Ham striker Marko Arnautovic, adding: “I don’t know. I have no comment on it.
      “I’ve got a comment on everything in the world apart from Man Utd signing Marko Arnautovic today.
      “I’ve got nothing to say!”
      New United boss Erik ten Hag has struggled to tempt any of his top transfer targets to Old Trafford this summer.
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      The Dutchman and his staff have been in talks to sign former Ajax star Frenkie de Jong for months, however, the midfielder is adamant that he does not want to make the switch.
      Man Utd have already missed out on signing the likes of Raphinha, Jules Kounde, Darwin Nunez and Richarlison, so club chiefs are now scrambling to make some more additions before the transfer window closes next month.
      Austrian striker Arnautovic has been heavily linked with a £7.5million move to Old Trafford recently.
      However, Neville has urged the club not to repeat previous mistakes.

      He said: “We’ve seen (Radamel) Falcao, (Zlatan) Ibrahimovic, (Edinson) Cavani, (Odion) Ighalo.
      “We’ve seen it now for the past eight to 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 talk about it.”
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      He then went on to add: “I think it would have been a shock to him (Ten Hag).”
      The Red Devils travel to London next weekend to take on Brentford in what is set to be another challenging fixture for Ten Hag and his squad. More

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      ‘Get on the half turn for f*** sake’ – Paul Scholes lays into Man Utd’s midfielders as Gary Neville says ‘he’s snapped’

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      GARY NEVILLE reckons Paul Scholes has “snapped” after his former team-mate again savaged Manchester United’s midfielders.The Red Devils fell to an embarrassing 2-1 home defeat to Brighton in their Prem opener yesterday.
      Gary Neville laughed at his old pal Paul ScholesCredit: –
      Scholes blasted United’s midfield on Instagram
      Scholes, 47, called Scott McTominay and Fred’s performances in the middle “criminal” immediately after the game.
      And he was still fuming the following morning.
      He wrote on his Instagram story: “Thoughts for the week.
      “MDF’s (midfielders) it’s all about body shape when receiving the ball, too many times facing their own goal and can only play one way…
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      “Get on the ‘half turn’ for f*** sake and bring your forward more talented players in to the game.
      “Have a great week everyone.”
      Over on Twitter, Neville could only laugh at his old pal.
      He wrote: “And over on Instagram Scholesey has snapped 😂”
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      United fans online backed their former star, with one writing: “Why not give Scholes the chance to coach our midfield.”
      Another wrote: “I think Scholes needs to be given a role at United to coach our midfielders. McTominay needs to learn a lot.”
      A third blasted: “I guarantee Paul Scholes at 47 is still 2000 times the player McTominay is.”
      Yesterday, Scholes said: “Fred constantly giving the ball away.
      “McTominay running with the ball in attack when he’s got Sancho, Rashford ahead of him.
      The two in the middle of the park, all over the placeRoy Keane
      “Should pass the ball to Eriksen. It’s criminal.”
      Roy Keane also laid into them, adding: “We shouldn’t be that surprised. We’ve spoken about the changes in the team and the personality of the new manager and of course he will need time.
      “But I go back to the personalities in the team. The two in the middle of the park, all over the place.
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      “See for the goals, Fernandes and Eriksen, gaps all over.
      “Out of possession, Man United are as poor as any team in the Premier League.”
      Man United stars were savaged after losing to BrightonCredit: Reuters More