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      Man Utd raid Norwegian top-flight for new first-team coach as Erik ten Hag refreshes backroom staff

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      SWEDISH coach Andreas Georgson has joined Erik ten Hag’s backroom staff at Manchester United.Sir Jim Ratcliffe has made several changes behind the scenes at Old Trafford since becoming a new co-owner seven months ago.Man Utd have appointed Andreas Georgson as a first team coachCredit: GettyThe British billionaire enlisted the services of chief executive Omar Berrada, sporting director Dan Ashworth and technical director Jason Wilcox among others earlier this year.Ruud van Nistelrooy and Rene Hake have also joined the club as first team assistant managers.And Georgson became the latest addition this week.United confirmed his arrival on Friday with a statement that read: “Andreas Georgson has joined Manchester United as first-team coach.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”The 42-year-old is the latest addition to Erik ten Hag’s staff this summer, and arrives from Norwegian side Lillestrom, where he has been head coach since January of this year.”Georgson earlier had a stint as caretaker boss of Malmo, in his native Sweden, and has extensive coaching experience in England, having worked at Brentford, Arsenal and Southampton.”Earlier this month, it was confirmed that Rene Hake and Ruud van Nistelrooy had joined the club, as first-team assistant managers.”Jelle ten Rouwelaar has also come on board as a goalkeeping coach, and the trio have been working hard with the rest of the staff to prepare the squad for the upcoming 2024/25 campaign.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Georgson will work alongside fellow first team coaches Steve McClaren and Darren Fletcher in the refreshed set-up.”The Swede has joined Man Utd from Norwegian top-flight side Lillestrom.Man Utd fans blown away as ‘breathtaking’ away kit for 2024/25 season is revealed with nod to river by Old TraffordHe also spent time at Arsenal as a first team coach from 2020 to 2021. More

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      Marcus Rashford’s Range Rover hit by ‘drink driver’ leaving Man Utd star’s teammate in hospital

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      A SUSPECTED drink-driver crashed into one of Marcus Rashford’s cars — leaving his Man United teammate needing checks in hospital.England ace Rashford was in a vehicle behind his own Range Rover when it was hit by a black Mercedes.Man Utd ace Marcus Rashford’s Range Rover was hit by a ‘drink driver’Credit: GettyPassenger Tyrell Malacia was advised to go to hospital after the incidentCredit: GettyThe Range Rover driver, 25, plus his passenger United defender Tyrell Malacia were advised to go to hospital.Police were called in Wilmslow, Cheshire, and arrested the Mercedes driver, 55, on suspicion of drink-driving.She was checked at Macclesfield Hospital.Doctors cleared Dutch ace Malacia, 24, and his pal.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSBoth players were at training the next day.Cheshire Police confirmed that officers were called to a collision between a blue Range Rover Sport and a black Mercedes C220 AMG sport on July 16.They said a woman was held at the scene and two men taken to hospital.The crash occurred two days before Rashford was handed a six-month driving ban for doing 104mph in his Rolls-Royce on the M60 in December 2023.Most read in FootballRashford in court On Wednesday, he flew with the United squad to Los Angeles for a pre-season tour.Malacia, who missed last season with injury, stayed in Manchester for fitness work.Police arrested a Mercedes driver, 55, on suspicion of drink-drivingCredit: Matthew Pover More

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      Forgotten Man Utd star, 29, joins MLS side in surprise free transfer… but will spend rest of 2024 on loan at West Brom

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      FORMER Manchester United star Paddy McNair has joined MLS side San Diego FC as a free agent – but will be shipped out on loan to West Brom until the end of 2024.The Northern Ireland international, 29, spent five years at Old Trafford after coming through the youth ranks before leaving in 2016.Former United star Paddy McNair has joined San Diego FC in a surprise free transferCredit: Instagram / @sandiegofcMcNair made his Old Trafford debut in 2014Credit: PA:Press AssociationMcNair joined United’s academy at age 14, where he was converted from a midfielder to a defender by youth coach Paul McGuinness.But he was limited to 27 first team appearances before being snapped up by Sunderland, then managed by former United supremo David Moyes. McNair subsequently joined Middlesbrough for £5m in 2018, where he won the club’s Player of the Year award in 2021.But now he has ditched English football to head stateside.READ MORE ON THE OLYMPICSMcNair signed a free three-year deal with San Diego following the end of his contract with Championship side Boro this summer. But he will be flown straight back to England after the MLS outfit agreed a six-month loan with West Brom.Part of the reason behind the short loan is because the club are waiting on the receipt of his International Transfer Certificate (ITC) and P-1 Visa.McNair said: “Joining San Diego FC is an exciting new chapter in my career.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”When I first heard of San Diego, I had this gut feeling of excitement to play outside of England and have a chance to play in MLS.”It’s going to be very special to be a part of history. I look forward to bringing my experience to the team and building a team San Diego can be proud of.”Watch moment rap legend Snoop Dogg dance with Paris Olympics 2024 torch through streets of city before opening ceremonyMcNair is the fifth signing in San Diego’s history, an early group of stars highlighted by former Napoli winger Hirving “Chucky” Lozano. The club was founded last May by British-Egyptian businessman and former politician Mohamed Mansour.McNair has represented his country at the U-17, U-19, U-21 and senior level and helped them qualify for their first and only Euros in 2016. More

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      I haven’t seen ANY quality from Mason Mount… it’s concerning, reveals former Man Utd star

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      A MANCHESTER UNITED legend has revealed his concern over Mason Mount and claimed he has not seen ANY quality from him.The 25-year-old joined the Red Devils last summer for £60m from Chelsea but endured a disappointing first season at Old Trafford.Mason Mount touched down in LA yesterday for Man Utd’s tourCredit: GettyLouis Saha says the pressure is on him as he’s not seen any quality for the starCredit: GettyHe suffered a calf strain in November that ruled him out for four months and his lack of form also ensured he missed out on the England squad for Euro 2024.Mount made just 20 appearances last term and scored once but he knows that the pressure is on him this term.New United signing Leny Yoro made a great first impression following his £52million arrival from Lille last week against Glasgow Rangers.The French defender, 18, is United’s second signing under Sir Jim Ratcliffe after Dutch forward Joshua Zirkzee arrived from Bologna for £36.5m.READ MORE ON MAN UTDNow boss Erik ten Hag is looking to add another Netherlands international to his ranks as he plots a swoop for PSG star Xavi Simons – which could be bad news for Mount.However, ex-Red Devils striker Louis Saha, 45, thinks that could actually be a good thing as he claimed that he had not seen any quality from last summer’s big-money buy.Saha, who was speaking to Paddy Power, said: “I know that Mason Mount has the potential to make us all forget about this horrific season, but it may be healthy to have competition.“Xavi Simons has been playing at the highest level, scoring and assisting, which is something we missed last year.Most read in FootballOLYMPICS FREE BETS – SIGN UP OFFERS AND DEAL FOR PARIS 2024“Mason Mount was missing games through injury last year, but in some of the games he did play, he didn’t show quality or courage, and his performances were not good enough.”Away from the pitch, Mount cut ties with a stunning former McDonalds worker after they were spotted on dates recently.Man Utd star Mason Mount tipped for stunning career change after Alan Shearer describes him as ‘perfect’But on it, Saha believes that the spotlight will be firmly on the 36-capped England international Mount this term.He added: “He is under pressure – it’s totally normal given his quality and the price tag, and the stature that he has.“We’re expecting much more, and I hope he can find a solution – other than a few glimpses in pre-season, I haven’t seen any quality from him.“It’s concerning, and he has to accept that Manchester United need someone who creates way more chances for the forwards.“Last season, Bruno Fernandes was the only person doing that consistently, and that’s not what we need.”Mount is currently in America on tour with United and is set to face Arsenal on Sunday with the all-Premier League showdown taking place at LA’s SoFi Stadium.That will be followed by a friendly against Real Betis at the Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego, California on August 1.United finish the trip to America with a match against rivals Liverpool at the Williams–Brice Stadium in Columbia, South Carolina.READ MORE SUN STORIESThey began their pre-season with a 1-0 defeat at Rosenborg, after which the manager slammed his team’s performance.That was followed by a 2-0 victory over Rangers at Murrayfield on Saturday. More

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      Rangers ‘in advanced talks to sign Man Utd wonderkid in stunning loan deal’

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      RANGERS face a two-way race with FC Copenhagen to sign Manchester United academy star Hannibal Mejbri, according to a report.Philippe Clement was granted a closer look at the midfielder when United defeated the Gers at Murrayfield last week.Hannibal could swap Carrington for Copenhagen, or MilngavieCredit: GettyThe Tunisian midfielder came up against Gers last weekCredit: SNSErik Ten Hag and Philippe Clement had a pre-match chat but could arrange a deal in their next conversationCredit: Willie VassAnd the 21-time capped Tunisian international played the second half of the glamour game.Rangers are already closing in on a deal with Wolfsburg to bring winger Vaclav Cerny on loan, but have also been linked with a move for Sevilla midfielder Joan Jordan.Fellow middle man Hannibal also spent the second half of last season in Seville – playing six times in La Liga.That deal included a £17m option to buy – but the Spaniards have not taken up United on their offer.Erik Ten Hag is believed to be keen to move several players on this summer – and interest is high in Scotland utility man Scott McTominay.But Hannibal could also be among them according to reports in Africa – though FC Copenhagen are also keen.Africafoot claims Clement has made Hannibal ‘a priority’ for his Gers side.Rangers are playing catch-up in the race for the 21-year-old with Copenhagen already said to have held talks with the Red Devils last week – but it’s claimed Hannibal is not keen on a move to Denmark.Most read in FootballThat could benefit Gers just a few hours up the road from his current base in England.His current United contract has a year to run, and was extended by Ten Hag in January before his move to Sevilla.Rangers star Leon Balogun admits performance against Birmingham left him feeling ‘mad’ Rangers are expected to free up funds and squad space for new incomings with Connor Goldson on the brink of an exit to Cyprus and Todd Cantwell relegated to the B-team after submitting a transfer request.James Tavernier is also a target for Trabzonspor while Ianis Hagi could move back to old club Fiorentina.Five new players have already checked in at Ibrox, plus the return of loan winger Oscar Cortes and Mohamed Diomande’s loan deal becoming permanent this summer.But Vaclav Cerny, Hannibal and Joan Jordan have all been heavily linked to be next in line.Winger Cerny has even handed back his company car to Wolsburg in anticipation of his exit. More

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      West Ham ‘AGREE transfer for Man Utd target Noussair Mazraoui but Red Devils still in race for Bayern Munich star’

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      WEST HAM have agreed a deal to sign Noussair Mazraoui from Bayern Munich, according to reports.The clubs have agreed on a fee that could rise to £16.4million.West Ham have agreed a deal to sign MazraouiCredit: GettySky Sports Germany report that West Ham also have an agreement in principle with Mazraoui on personal terms.They say that financial details on terms of the deal still need to be agreed before the deal can be finalised.Manchester United’s interest in Mazraoui has been well reported.But they would need to sell Aaron Wan-Bissaka before they could bring in the Bayern right-back.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLWest Ham were one of the teams linked with Wan-Bissaka but appear to have cut out the middle man and gone straight for United’s target.Sky Germany report that West Ham now lead Man Utd in the race for Mazraoui.Bayern signed Mazraoui from Ajax in 2022 on a four-year deal.He has played 55 times for the club in various positions – although he has largely been kept out of the team by Joshua Kimmich.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSWest Ham have signed three players so far this summer.Wes Foderingham arrived from Sheffield United on a free transfer as well as Luis Guilherme on a £25m deal from Palmeiras.Check out the stats for the £59m midfielder Man Utd have agreed personal terms withMax Kilman also arrived from Wolves in a £40m transfer earlier this month. More

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      Inside Man Utd’s marginal gains on pre-season tour with stars given special sleep and meal windows & told when to drink

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are going to extraordinary lengths to ensure they get their players’ best performances on their tour of the USA.Sir David Brailsford always emphasised the search for marginal gains in his successful time as the head of British cycling.New signing Leny Yoro touches down in CaliforniaCredit: GettyVictor Lindelof is facing increased competition this seasonCredit: GettyAmad Diallo will hope to continue his riseCredit: GettyChristian Eriksen looks in high spirits on the planeCredit: GettyCasemiro did not end the season wellCredit: GettyAs United new part owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s right hand man, he is bringing that into Old Trafford – even if it is just to offset jet lag from a 12 hour flight from Manchester to Los Angeles.The team play their first game of the tour on Saturday against Arsenal and have been put on a strict regime to ensure the travel does not affect their performance at the SoFi Stadium, which will be a 70,000 sell-out.It includes:Each player being given a plan with designated sleep and meal windows.Bespoke meals have been designed by the performance chef and nutrition team.Players have been given a hydration plan to avoid any risk of dehydration and individually tailored compression garments to increase blood circulation.Training has been specifically scheduled to support players to shift their body clocks with considerations made around exposure to light at the right time of day.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSDuring his time in charge of British cycling, Brailsford made it clear how important it was to leave no stone unturned in the pursuit of being the best.Back in 2015 he said: “We were precise about food preparation. We brought our own mattresses and pillows so our athletes could sleep in the same posture every night. “We searched for small improvements everywhere and found countless opportunities. “Taken together, we felt they gave us a competitive advantage.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSRatcliffe and Brailsford have already undergone a full review of how United is run which is leading to 250 redundancies at the club.They are making major improvements to the training ground, and work is also taking place on Old Trafford, including a new-look tunnel for the players to run out from at the corner of the Sir Bobby Charlton and Stretford End stands.Check out the stats for the £59m midfielder Man Utd have agreed personal terms withUnited are in a panic over their full-back situation with less than a month to go to the start of the new season.The club have flown out to Los Angeles without Luke Shaw, Diogo Dalot and Tyrell Malacia.And while Aaron Wan-Bissaka is there, United are actively trying to sell him.Shaw and Dalot are having extended breaks after taking part in the Euros.However, there are concerns over Shaw’s long-term fitness.Antony needs a big pre-season to earn a first-team spotCredit: GettyRasmus Hojlund and Scott McTominay enjoy the flightCredit: GettyMason Mount needs to put his injury woes behind himCredit: GettyMan Utd pre-season tour squad in fullGoalkeepers: Tom Heaton, Demot Mee, Andre Onana, Radek Vitek.Defenders: Harry Amass, Rhys Bennett, Jonny Evans,Will Fish, Victor Lindelof, Harry Maguire, Sam Murray, Aaron Wan-Bissaka,Leny Yoro.Midfielders: Casemiro, Toby Collyer, Christian Eriksen, Hannibal, Jack Fletcher, Sam Mather, Scott McTominay, Mason Mount, Maxi Oyedele, James Scanlon.Forwards: Antony, Amad, Rasmus Hojlund, Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho, Ethan Wheatley.Reported injured: Tyrell MalaciaLeft out: Joshua Zirkzee, Altay Bayindir, Diogo Dalot, Bruno Fernandes, Alejandro Garnacho, Kobbie Mainoo, Lisandro Martinez, Facundo Pellistri and Luke Shaw.He played in the latter stages of the Euros for England but that was his first taste of football since February.Dalot was one of the club’s most consistent performers last season.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd as it stands, he will begin the season on the right with Shaw on the left.But there is no recognised back-up on either side with the club trying to sell Wan-Bissaka, who is in the final year of his contract.  More

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      Man Utd fans convinced they’re going ‘back to Sir Alex Ferguson days again’ after spotting Old Trafford tweak

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans are convinced they’re “going back to Sir Alex Ferguson days again” after spotting a tweak to Old Trafford’s tunnel design.New owners INEOS have made developing their stadium a priority.Manchester United’s tunnel has undergone a makeoverCredit: XOld Trafford was beset by problems last yearCredit: PAOld Trafford’s tunnel has looked bare bones in the pastCredit: GettyWhile re-developing Old Trafford is a possibility, Sir Jim Ratcliffe has been open about the fact that a new stadium could need to be created and dubbed it “The Wembley of the North”.Ratcliffe would like a new stadium to see an increase in capacity from the current 74,000 to 100,000.That’s because Old Trafford, while iconic, has been beset by problems in recent years.Heavy rainfall during games last year exposed just how much the stadium roof would leak when the area was hit by rain.READ MORE ON MAN UTDIn the meantime, INEOS have decided to modernise parts of Old Trafford.A new video on social media shows the tunnel that players walk out of in the Stretford end has undergone a makeover.It shows that strip lights have been installed in the tunnel, creating a luxury look.Strip lights have also been added around the door frame to the players’ dressing room.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFans reacting on X delighted in the re-design.One fan said: “I cannot explain it but it is the small things like this that will make INEOS extremely successful at Man United and take us back to the Sir Alex Ferguson days again.”Manchester United away changing room leakingAnother said: “No but this looks stunning.”A third said: “INEOS effect”But not all fans were prepared to buy into the lighting transformation, with one fan saying: “Is that it? Some LED lights? 😭 must be something to do with the budget? 💀”United will kick-off their pre-season tour of the US on Saturday when they take on Arsenal in California.They’ll then take on Real Betis in San Diego before facing Liverpool in South Carolina. More