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    Man Utd’s ‘sexiest fan’ urges club to seal Cristiano Ronaldo transfer return from Juventus

    GLAMOUR model Katrina Maria has urged Manchester United to bring back Cristiano Ronaldo amid uncertainty over his future.The 36-year-old has been linked with a move away from Juventus in the summer as he approaches the final year of his contract in Turin.

    Manchester United fan Katrina Maria has urged the club to sign Cristiano RonaldoCredit: Instagram
    Juventus ace Ronaldo faces an uncertain future with his contract to expire in 2022Credit: Rex
    And Red Devils fan Maria has been left dreaming of the six-time Ballon d’Or winner returning to Old Trafford 12 years after departing for Real Madrid.
    Faroe Islands native Maria – dubbed as United’s ‘Sexiest Fan’ by the Daily Star – took to social media to beg her hero to come back.
    The 29-year-old shared snaps of herself wearing a United shirt with the Portugal international’s name on the back to her 87,000 Instagram followers.
    Captioning the upload, she said: “It would be legendary if Ronaldo returned back home one day.”
    Her followers were quick to approve of her post, as one commented: “It would be so special.”
    Another messaged: “Would love to have him back.”
    A third added: “I would love it. It’s currently my biggest wish.”
    Meanwhile one simply stated: “One day hopefully.”
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    Maria regularly shares snaps of herself in United shirts to her 87,000 Instagram followersCredit: Instagram
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    It has been claimed that Ronaldo’s representatives have contacted United, Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain over a potential switch.
    His future will likely become clearer after Euro 2020, though any move could prove tricky given his hefty wages.
    Corriere dello Sport suggests the Theatre of Dreams is one possible destination for him, but United would only be able to offer him a reduced salary.
    It is also possible Paul Pogba could be used in an exchange for the forward. 

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    Man Utd chasing England Under-16 captain Josh Feeney in summer transfer from Fleetwood Town with Aston Villa favourites

    MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly chasing England Under 16 captain Josh Feeney over a potential summer move.The Mail claim the centre-back is set to leave Fleetwood at the end of the month and the Red Devils have made an enquiry to the League One side.
    Manchester United are set to rival Aston Villa in the race to land Josh Feeney
    The report adds that Aston Villa are viewed as front-runners to sign highly-rated Feeney.
    The 16-year-old scored for England as captain during their 6-0 win over Northern Ireland on Thursday.
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    And he linked up with two United players during that game – goalkeeper Tom Wooster and potential defensive partner Louis Jackson.
    Fleetwood are said to have been fielding bids for Feeney, with the youngster likely to cost a significant six-figure sum.
    He has the freedom to choose his next club from July 1 but his transfer fee will be decided by a tribunal if an agreement cannot be reached.
    Feeney was promoted to Fleetwood’s first team group last season following the arrival of Simon Grayson as manager earlier in the campaign.
    He was a rare positive for the team that ultimately finished 15th in League One as he was named in three of the club’s last four matchday squads.
    Although Feeney did not travel for the Cod Army’s 3-1 defeat to Ipswich on the final game of the season because exam season had started.

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    He would have become the sixth-youngest debutant in EFL history had he made an appearance in the 1-1 draw with MK Dons last month.
    United meanwhile are continuing to step up pursuit of home-grown players this summer at academy level because of Brexit rules.
    Due to restricted movement, teams will no longer be able to sign 16-year-olds from the EU and must wait until they are 18.
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    Man Utd transfer boost as Kingsley Coman stalls on new Bayern Munich contract with agent looking at Premier League move

    MANCHESTER UNITED have received a boost in their pursuit of Kingsley Coman after reports his contract talks with Bayern Munich have stalled.The 24-year-old has two years left on his current deal, with the German giants trying to tie him down to a new contract.
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    Coman could be set for a move to England if he cannot agree a new contract with BayernCredit: Getty
    But Sport1 are now reporting that those contract discussions between Bayern and Coman’s father have hit a roadblock.
    Meanwhile, Man Utd are reportedly willing to offer Coman £200,000 per week AFTER tax.
    The Red Devils have apparently ‘indicated’ to the Frenchman they are willing to meet his demands – and make him their joint fifth top earner.
    But there is no guarantee of a quick transfer as Bayern are in no rush to make a decision on his future.
    And the Bundesliga champions will be able to demand a hefty fee with Transfermarkt valuing him at £58.5million.
    The former Juventus star scored the winner in Bayern’s 1-0 Champions League final win over Paris Saint-Germain in 2020.
    In total, he has netted 32 times in 140 games since arriving in Germany on loan in 2015.
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    He also boasts an incredible record of winning a league title in EVERY season he has played since breaking into PSG’s 2013 team.
    Aside from Coman, Man Utd have been linked with a number of big transfers this summer.
    Most notably, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reportedly has his eye on a mouthwatering trio of Jadon Sancho, Cristiano Ronaldo and Harry Kane.
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    Man Utd eye shock transfer move for Tottenham outcast Harry Winks with midfielder available for £25m

    MANCHESTER UNITED are lining up a shock move for Tottenham midfielder Harry Winks, according to reports.The Spurs outcast started just nine Premier League games for the Lilywhites last season as he found himself out of favour under Jose Mourinho.
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    Winks has been out of favour at Tottenham over the past 12 monthsCredit: Andy Hooper-The Daily Mail
    And now Man Utd are said to be considering a surprising move for the former England international.
    Stretty News are claiming that Tottenham are open to a £25million offer for Winks and that the Red Devils are assessing the option.
    However, Spurs chairman Daniel Levy is notoriously tough to strike a deal with in the transfer market so the North London club may well hold out for a bigger offer.
    Winks came through the youth set-up at Spurs having signed for them as a young boy.
    But his lack of minutes recently at Tottenham has seen him drop away from the England squad and left him out of consideration for Euro 2020.
    Meanwhile, if Man Utd decide against signing the 25-year-old Spurs man, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side are also thought to be looking at Jack Grealish – however the Aston Villa man would be a hugely expensive.
    United are looking for someone who could potentially replace Paul Pogba if the Frenchman leaves Old Trafford this summer.
    Reports last month suggested that could be ex-Red Devil Cristiano Ronaldo in a swap deal with Juventus with Pogba going the other way.
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    According to reports, both clubs are interested in re-signing their former stars.
    United are believed to want some cash for Pogba, however, and Ronaldo’s big wage demands could be a stumbling block.
    Ronaldo, 36, won three Premier League titles, two League Cups, the Champions League and the FA Cup during his six-year spell at United.
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    Man Utd revive transfer interest in Kieran Trippier with Solskjaer ‘unhappy’ with Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s attacking output

    MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly in the hunt for Kieran Trippier as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looks to improve his options at right-back.Aaron Wan-Bissaka was the only natural option for the position throughout the 2020-21 season and the Red Devils manager is said to have reservations about relying on the 23-year-old.
    Kieran Trippier has just won LaLiga with Atletico MadridCredit: Getty
    Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reportedly wants an alternative to Aaron Wan-BissakaCredit: AP
    According to Manchester Evening News, the incumbent’s offensive output disappointed Solskjaer.
    The stats do not favour Wan-Bissaka, who has long been seen as a primarily defensive player.
    For example, fellow full-back Luke Shaw completed more than half his tally of key passes (72 to 31) and contributed one more assist (five to four) in the recent Premier League campaign.
    Therefore United are reportedly looking at Trippier as a signing who could offer something different and help break defences down.
    Atletico Madrid signed the 30-year-old from Tottenham two years ago and he was a regular in the Spaniards’ LaLiga title win.
    But he is out of contract in 2022 and a fee well below the £20million that Atleti paid for him is thought to be enough to tempt a sale.

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    It is said that Manchester-born Trippier is already making arrangements to return to England and be closer to his family.
    And interest in his services could increase if he stars for England at Euro 2020.
    On Wednesday, the ex-Manchester City defender showed his versatility by switching to the left side of defence for the 1-0 win over Austria.
    Trippier recently played down any talk of leaving Madrid and expressed his delight at making the squad despite fears he would be forgotten while playing abroad.
    He said: “I’m enjoying myself so much out there.
    “I’m just fully focused on doing the best I can for my club. I’m absolutely delighted I won the title out there.
    I’m enjoying myself, loving it, my family are enjoying it, there’s sunshine every single day.Kieran Trippier

    “People might not focus on me as much because I’m out there in Spain, the Premier League is the Premier League.
    “But I’m enjoying myself, loving it, my family are enjoying it, there’s sunshine every single day so I just need to keep doing as well as I can for Atletico.
    “I’m delighted I’ve done that and now I’m part of England. I know Gareth watches the games along with his staff.
    “So for me it’s just about doing as well as I can at the highest level to try to be selected for as long as I can with the national team.”
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    Man Utd given Raphael Varane transfer boost as Real Madrid complete David Alaba signing but French star focused on Euros

    RAPHAEL VARANE has insisted his focus is on France’s bid to win the Euros amid talk of a move to Manchester United.The Red Devils are strongly linked with the Real Madrid star as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looks to bolster his defence.
    David Alaba’s move to Real Madrid could open the door to Raphael Varane’s exitCredit: Getty
    A number of factors are at play in Varane’s future, starting with his contract situation.
    With his deal up in 12 months’ time, Real are reportedly ready to cash in if he refuses to commit his future this summer.
    According to ABC, United and Premier League rivals Chelsea can double his current £100,000-a-week wages should he become available.
    And Madrid would expect a transfer fee of around £60million having already reinforced their backline.
    Any movement in the 28-year-old’s future is not likely anytime soon with him determined to focus on France’s Euro 2020 campaign.
    He told reporters: “This is not the time to talk about my future, I am focused on the call-up, on this European Championship.
    “It is normal and logical to ask the question and for my part it is normal and logical to focus on the upcoming deadlines.
    “We are all human beings. We can think about it. As for my individual case, I am focused on the objectives that we have in the France team.
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    “It is not a subject that I will discuss every day in my room at Clairefontaine.
    “I am focused on my goal, and now is not the time to discuss it. If I have to talk about it, it will be directly with the people concerned.”
    David Alaba has signed on the dotted line to move from Bayern Munich as a free agent which could serve as a replacement for Varane.
    Also potentially key to his future is Sergio Ramos’ contract situation, with the Real defender’s deal up next month.

    Whoever replaces Zinedine Zidane in the Bernabeu dugout may have an impact on Varane, too.
    Following the French coach’s exit, Castilla boss and club legend Raul, Mauricio Pochettino and Antonio Conte are among the options for the role.
    Another star of France’s Euros bid is also on United’s radar in Jules Kounde.
    The Sevilla star has already opened the door to a move with a number of Prem rivals also keen – but Liverpool are not among them having already landed Ibrahima Konate from RB Leipzig.
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    Juventus ‘dream’ to bring Paul Pogba back from Man Utd handed huge boost after Max Allegri’s return as boss

    JUVENTUS’ ‘dream’ to bring back Paul Pogba could be boosted by Max Allegri’s return as manager, reports say.The 53-year-old returned on Friday after Andrea Pirlo was sacked by the Old Lady.
    Paul Pogba has just one year left on his Man Utd contractCredit: EPA
    Pirlo paid the price after Juventus lost their Serie A crown to Inter Milan and just about scraped into the top four.
    Fan-favourite Allegri won five straight league titles in Turin and took Juve to two Champions League finals.
    Allegri managed Pogba before he left for Manchester United in 2016.
    And the French midfielder has just a year remaining on his Old Trafford deal.
    CalcioMercato in Italy report that Juventus have a number of transfer targets, but bringing Pogba back would be ‘the real dream’.
    The report adds that Cristiano Ronaldo could go the other way and return to Old Trafford.
    Other transfer targets listed in the report are Manuel Locatelli from Sassuolo, Udinese’s Rodrigo De Paul or Turkish star Hakan Calhanoglu.
    Juve confirmed the return of Allegri on Friday with a cryptic tweet.
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    Juventus’ official Twitter account posted a picture depicting the outline of US state Minnesota.
    In his younger days, Allegri is claimed to have been enjoying a day at the races when he backed a horse by the name of Minnesota.
    A pal joked the horse had as much chance of winning as Allegri did of becoming a football manager.
    Minnesota romped to victory and Allegri would go on to become one of the most sought-after bosses in football… after collecting his winnings, of course.
    Allegri once revealed: “One time 40 years ago I wanted to bet on a horse named Minnesota.
    “A friend of mine told me, ‘It’s easier for you to coach in Serie A than for that horse to win.’
    “The horse won and I coach in Serie A.”

    Just half an hour later, Juventus shared a blurry picture of a what appeared to be a jacket thrown on the floor.
    Supporters were quick to suggest it was the coat Allegri threw to the floor in a passionate rage after Juve nearly conceded a last-gasp equaliser against Carpi in 2015.
    Just 30 minutes later, Juventus put fans out of their misery by tweeting: “Welcome back home, Max.”

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    Man Utd’s top four transfer targets this summer revealed as Solskjaer plots moves starting with Villarreal’s Pau Torres

    MANCHESTER UNITED will reportedly hunt down four star players for a potentially huge summer of transfer activity.Jadon Sancho, Harry Kane, Declan Rice and Pau Torres are all said to be on Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s radar – which was formulated before the Red Devils’ Europa League final defeat.
    Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is hoping to bolster his squad this summerCredit: Getty
    Jadon Sancho is named as one of four key targetsCredit: AFP
    Villarreal defender Torres was one of the Spanish side’s unlikely penalty shootout heroes and is being eyed for a place alongside Harry Maguire in the United defence.
    According to The Guardian, the 24-year-old would be the cheapest of the quartet of targets.
    Solskjaer is described as being aware that the prospect of signing all four players is unlikely, particularly given the fees involved.
    But Torres could come as cheap as £26million, less than half the fee required for Real Madrid centre-back Raphael Varane.
    Villarreal club president Fernando Roig recently opened the door to a deal and told El Transistor that a deal can be done: “If they arrive with the money and the player wants to move.”
    He added: “But there must be an agreement between all three parties.”

    Sancho, 21, is described as the most likely of the quartet to arrive with Borussia Dortmund cutting the winger’s price tag with just two years left to run on his contract.
    Tempting Tottenham or West Ham into a deal for Kane or Rice will prove much harder.
    Daniel Levy is expected to want as much as £200m for the striker, 27, after Kane outlined plans to discuss his future with the club.
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    While West Ham will also likely demand a nine-figure fee for midfielder Rice ahead of their Europa League campaign.
    Solskjaer is said to want new signings in all four positions this summer to build a Premier League title bid.
    Should any of his top targets be unavailable, his focus will reportedly move on to alternative targets.
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