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      Cristiano Ronaldo wanted Man Utd transfer before Sir Alex Ferguson’s shock retirement that ended Bale deal

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO agreed a remarkable transfer back to Manchester United in 2013 before Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement halted those plans.United legend Patrice Evra revealed Sir Alex wanted to re-sign Ronaldo, who had moved to Real Madrid in 2009 in a then-record £80million deal.
      Sir Alex Ferguson wanted to sign Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale in 2013
      Part of Ferguson’s plans to win the Champions League also involved the transfer of Gareth Bale, who at the time was at Tottenham.
      But then Ferguson – who had just won the Premier League title – was forced to confirm to his players that he would in fact be retiring.
      And according to Evra, Ronaldo had told him he wanted to return to United before Sir Alex walked away from management.
      He said on the UTD Podcast: “I remember there was a lot of media saying Ferguson will maybe retire next year, and he said, ‘Patrice, I will never retire. I will be here another 10 years’.
      “He then said: ‘My target is I’m 99 per cent sure we will have Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale. I just need these two players to win the Champions League again. Ninety-nine per cent.’

      “And to be fair, when I speak with Cristiano, I ask him and he said yes to the boss, and was coming to join United. He told me this.”
      But as Sir Alex retired, Ronaldo would stay at Madrid with Bale joining him in the Spanish capital, breaking the transfer record in an £85m move.
      Evra said Ferguson’s retirement was the hardest moment in his career, and revealed the Scot had to apologise to Robin van Persie and Shinji Kagawa for leaving just a season after signing the pair.
      He said: “When we arrived at Carrington, I see all those cameras and I was like: ‘Wow, someone has done something wrong. Maybe a player is the story again! Someone has done something wrong, we are in trouble.’

      “But we arrived and people said, ‘Guys, you have to stay in the dressing room because the boss wants to have a chat’. And when the boss came into the dressing room to talk to everyone, it’s never good news.
      “He came, and he said, ‘I’m really sorry. Some people have said that I’m going to retire even before I say it myself. That’s why you saw all those cameras. But I will retire because my wife needs me’.
      “He apologised to Van Persie, he apologised to Shinji, because he just brought them. He apologised to them especially.”
      Patrice Evra played for Sir Alex between 2006 and 2014Credit: EPA
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      Man Utd confirm playmaker Andreas Pereira has joined Brazilian side Flamengo in year-long loan transfer

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have confirmed Andreas Pereira has joined Brazilian side Flamengo in year-long loan. The playmaker spent last season at Lazio having continued to struggle for games at Old Trafford.
      Andreas Pereira has joined Brazilian side Flamengo in year-long loanCredit: Getty
      But despite scoring a wonder goal in pre-season, Pereira’s future in Manchester remained uncertain.
      Several clubs, including Everton, were looking to take the Belgian-born, Brazil international on loan.
      But it is Flamengo who have won the race to sign him, United announced on Twitter.
      Flamengo’s vice-president of football Marcos Braz had confirmed their interest in the versatile midfielder earlier this week.
      Braz told TNT Sports: “We have until the 28th.
      “He’s a player from a big club, one of the biggest in Europe, and we’re trying to see if we can achieve success with this deal.
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      “The negotiations are going on, there’s always some problem, there’s always some point where there’s a bigger jam, especially with a player of this level.
      “We are happy to be in the hunt to get this player.”
      Pereira, 25, moved to Old Trafford in 2015, but has struggled to cement a place in the first team.
      During his time at the club, he has been loaned out to Granada, Valencia and most recently Lazio.
      At the end of the last campaign, the Serie A giants enquired about signing Pereira on a permanent deal – but were told to stump up around £21million.
      Instead, Lazio turned their attentions to Felipe Anderson, who they snapped up from West Ham in a £3m deal.
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      Man Utd interested in Noni Madueke transfer as ex-Tottenham star, 19, continues blistering goalscoring form for PSV

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly competing with Tottenham and Leicester in the race to sign PSV winger Noni Madueke.The 19-year-old has earned rave reviews during his time in Holland since departing Spurs’ academy for the Eredivisie side in June 2018.
      PSV winger Noni Madueke is attracting interest from a host of Premier League clubsCredit: Getty
      Madueke, who rejected a proposal from United three years ago, cemented himself as a regular in PSV’s first team last campaign where he chipped in with nine goals and eight assists in 32 games.
      And the England youth international – valued at around £20million by the Dutch giants – already has five strikes to his name from just seven outings this term.
      According to the Daily Mail, scouts from the Red Devils, Spurs and the Foxes were in attendance for his recent appearance in Wednesday’s Champions League qualifying clash against Benfica.
      All three clubs are said to have had representatives at the Estadio da Luz where Benfica edged out a 2-1 win in the first leg.
      They also state it’s not just English clubs that are interested in the teenager, with Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich watching the player.
      Serie A side’s Juventus, Roma and Atalanta also had the chance to see the forward in action against the Portuguese outfit.

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      Meanwhile Sky Sports have suggested that Wolves are also monitoring Madueke, though his price tag could prove too much for them.
      And SunSport reported last month how Crystal Palace boss Patrick Vieira is an admirer of the youngster.
      Though the Eagles also have Arsenal ace Reiss Nelson and RB Leipzig’s Ademola Lookman on their shortlist.
      Madueke spoke to SunSport in December where he revealed how the club’s U19s coach Ruud van Nistelrooy has been honing his finishing.

      He said: “Ruud helped me a lot last year, taking my game to the next level and now I am just trying to get better every day.
      “I have always scored nice goals but I know I needed to score easier ones — being in the right place at the right time — striker-type finishes.
      “Ruud has been teaching me how to get into those positions more and, being a Manchester United fan, I know he is the master of that.”

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      Man Utd outcast Andreas Pereira on the brink of completing Flamengo loan transfer as Solskjaer looks to trim his squad

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly poised to loan out-of-favour midfielder Andreas Pereira to Flamengo.The 25 year old is well down the pecking order at Old Trafford and he has eyes on making the Brazil squad for next year’s World Cup.
      Andreas Pereira is set to kiss goodbye to Manchester UnitedCredit: AFP
      According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Pereira is set to move to Flamengo on loan, with just the ‘final details to be sorted’.
      Pereira has been at United since 2011, scoring four goals in 75 games.
      However, he was shipped off on loan to Lazio last season after failing to win over Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
      And following the £73million signing of Jadon Sancho, Pereira is set for another campaign on the sidelines.
      The playmaker is believed to be a target for Everton boss Rafa Benitez.
      And Turkish giants Fenerbahce have also made an approach after being impressed by his pre-season performances.
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      Pereira has already revealed he’s eager for minutes elsewhere, hinting at a move to Vincent Kompany’s Anderlecht.
      And last month saw Pereira make a ‘come-and-get-me’ plea to Lazio for a second spell.
      However, it now seems Pereira is ready to join Flamengo.

      The Samba side are currently wrapping up a loan for Chelsea misfit Kenedy.
      They already boast stars including Gabriel Barbosa and Filipe Luis.
      And Flamengo are now ready to give Pereira the action he craves in order to make the plane to Qatar.
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      Man Utd defender Brandon Williams in advanced talks with Norwich over loan transfer

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      BRANDON WILLIAMS is reportedly set to depart Manchester United on loan with Norwich in advanced talks to bring him to Carrow Road.SunSport exclusively revealed in May how the Canaries were eyeing up a move for the 20-year-old defender.
      Manchester United full-back Brandon Williams is reportedly close to joining Norwich on loanCredit: Getty
      It is understood that the youngster, who can play at either left-back or right-back, is keen for regular first-team football after limited action at Old Trafford.
      Williams featured in just four Premier League games last season with Luke Shaw and Alex Telles preferred instead at left-back.
      And his chances of breaking into the starting XI appear slim this term with Diogo Dalot expected to deputise for right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
      Southampton and Newcastle had been keen on the England youth international.
      But according to Sky Sports, it is newly-promoted side Norwich that are winning the race to secure his services.
      However they state that the deal to take the player to Norfolk is unlikely to be concluded this week.

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      Williams is now expected to battle for a place in Norwich’s starting XI alongside right-back Max Aarons and Greek left-back Dimitris Giannoulis.
      His arrival at Norwich will be the club’s second loan signing of the summer after they brought in central midfielder Billy Gilmour from Chelsea.
      And Daniel Farke remains on the lookout for a new centre-back, with free agent Gary Cahill understood to be an option.

      Another player that United could be willing to loan out is Ivorian winger Amad Diallo.
      It has been claimed that Championship club Sheffield United are interested in the 19-year-old, along with Crystal Palace and Basel.
      Diallo appeared in nine games under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer last term after joining United for £37million from Atalanta.

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      Man Utd boss Solskjaer wants new contracts for FIVE stars with Fernandes, Maguire, Rashford and Shaw set for pay rises

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      OLE GUNNAR SOLSKJAER wants new contracts for FIVE of his Manchester United stars.Bruno Fernandes, Harry Maguire, Marcus Rashford and Luke Shaw are all in line for bumper new deals to bring them in line with the club’s top earners.
      Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants to hand new deals to Marcus Rashford and Bruno FernandesCredit: Eddie Keogh Telegraph Media Group
      Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw are also in line for bumper contractsCredit: AFP
      And Man Utd boss Solskjaer is also confident of tying Paul Pogba down to a long-term deal after his stunning start to the new season.
      Fernandes has five years to run on his contract but is on £100,000-a-week and is already in talks for a new deal which could be worth between £250,000 and £300,000.
      Englishmen Rashford, Maguire and Shaw all earn between £180,000 and £200,000-a-week and will also be offered similar terms to Fernandes.
      Rashford and Shaw see their deals end in two years’ time but the club have options of further years, while Maguire’s contract ends in 2025.
      Solskjaer wants harmony in the dressing room at Old Trafford and believes it is unfair if some players earn more.
      Keeper David de Gea is United’s top earner on £375,000-a-week, ahead of Pogba on £290,000.

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      Pogba provided four assists in the Red Devils’ stunning 5-1 opening day Premier League victory against Leeds.
      He has been waiting to commit himself all summer, with just this last season left on his contract.
      But after the arrival of Jadon  Sancho and  Raphael Varane, the Frenchman is increasingly optimistic of achieving his title ambitions at Old Trafford.

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      Pogba has also been encouraged by Solskjaer wanting him to play further forward.
      Team-mates have been trying to persuade Pogba to commit himself to the club.
      And he has now given them hope that a deal can be struck by claiming there are just details to be sorted out between his agent and club chiefs.
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      Solskjaer is also confident he can get Paul Pogba to sign a new dealCredit: AFP
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      Swansea confirm Ethan Laird loan transfer from Man Utd with old Kim Kardashian tweet

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      SWANSEA have completed the season-long loan signing of Ethan Laird from Manchester United.The versatile defender, 20, already knows boss Russell Martin well from his previous stint out from Old Trafford at MK Dons.
      Ethan Laird has completed his loan transfer from Man Utd to SwanseaCredit: Getty
      The Swans announced his arrival by quoting a tweet from Kim KardashianCredit: Getty
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      Now after watching his new team draw at home to Sheffield United on Saturday and undergoing a medical on Sunday, the Championship side have confirmed his arrival today.
      And they did it in hilarious fashion, quoting a famous tweet from Kim Kardashian that read: “He’s here and he’s perfect!”
      Laird said: “I am buzzing, I cannot wait to get started and get out on the pitch.
      “This is a big club, a very big club, and the type of club I want to play for.
      “I played here once before at the stadium when I was 16 (for Manchester United U23s) and I really enjoyed it.
      “It was exciting to watch the game against Sheffield United, the fans here are intense and I cannot wait to play in front of them. I just want to get out there and experience it.”

      SunSport reported yesterday how Championship rivals Blackpool were trying to hijack the move but the lure of working with Martin again proved too strong.
      Laird added: “I also love working with Russell and I just know he can get the best out of me.
      “The big thing about him is trust. When I came in from United, he told me exactly how it was straight away.
      “I just learnt so much in that short amount of time, it was unbelievable so I knew if I worked with him again, I could continue to improve and develop.
      “I love the style of play. I think it is the best way to play football, it is entertaining, and it is how you want to see your team play, getting those passes in. That’s what I enjoy and that’s why I am here.”
      Laird played 25 times for MK Dons last season, as Russell Martin’s side finished 13th in League One.
      He provided four assists during his time at Stadium MK.
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      Laird is a Manchester United academy graduate and has been with United since the age of 10.
      He is highly rated by the Red Devils and has played twice for the Old Trafford side, with both appearances coming in the Europa League two seasons ago.
      Laird was rewarded with a new contract two years ago which runs until 2023, with the option of extending the deal by another season.
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      PSG willing to offer Paul Pogba eye-watering £510k-a-week salary to prise him away from Man Utd next summer

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      PARIS SAINT-GERMAIN are reportedly willing to pay Paul Pogba over £500,000-a-week to sign him.The star played a starring role as Manchester United thrashed Leeds 5-1 in their Premier League opener on Saturday at Old Trafford.
      PSG are reportedly willing to pay Paul Pogba £510k-a-week to sign himCredit: Getty
      The Man Utd star is out of contract at Old Trafford next summerCredit: Getty
      The midfielder registered a staggering four assists in the rout.
      The France international has been linked with a move away from the Manchester giants for months after failing to agree a new contract.
      He has entered the final 12 months of his current deal and has so far failed to agree an extension.
      Now The Telegraph claims that PSG are willing to offer him a mega package to get him on a free transfer at the end of the season.
      The report states the French giants are willing to pay him £510,000-a-week to get his signature.
      Many believed that Pogba could depart United this summer so that they could secure a transfer fee.

      But Ole Gunnar Solskjaer remains hopeful that they will convince him to stay at Old Trafford.
      PSG’s successful pursuit of Lionel Messi and his huge financial package meant they had to shelve plans for Pogba this term.
      But it seems that the ex-Juventus man will be their top target come the summer of 2022.
      Bruno Fernandes, who scored a hat-trick against Leeds thanks to the help of Pogba, sang the praises of his teammate’s quality afterwards.
      He said: “We know the quality of Paul, that is not for discussion.
      “We know what he can do, and we saw that today. He is working for us and we know he can make this performance.

      “Every season I want to be better than the last one, so with every goal and performance, I want to do better. I have started with three goals but there is a long way to go.
      “We know the quality of the players who come in now, the team was already good and we saw that last season, even though we did not achieve the trophies.
      “The team is growing up and now we try to do better.
      “The statement today was against Leeds now and the next game will be against Southampton, so we will focus by game. We can do something with this mentality.”
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