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      ‘Who sanctioned that’ fumes Arsenal legend as he rips into Man Utd’s ‘bag of Revels’ transfer failures and £80m flop

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      PAUL MERSON has launched a scathing attack on Manchester United’s transfer business under Erik ten Hag.The Arsenal legend was flabbergasted with United’s pursuit of Antony after ripping into the Brazilian’s £85.5m move.Paul Merson has slammed United’s recruitment business under Erik ten HagCredit: GettyThe Arsenal legend singled out Antony’s move to Old Trafford in particularCredit: GettyErik ten Hag’s future is in the balance after the Red Devils recorded their worst ever start to a Premier League season.United sit 14th after picking up eight points from seven games and have scored ONE goal at Old Trafford in the Prem this season – on the opening day 1-0 win over Fulham.The Dutchman’s future was discussed by club executives on Tuesday but there has been no communication on the outcomes of that near seven-hour meeting.Despite a £180m summer outlay on Matthijs de Ligt, Leny Yoro, Noussair Mazraoui, Manuel Ugarte and Joshua Zirkzee, Merson took aim at the transfer strategy.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSSky Sports presenter Rob Jones asked Merson: “If United have been a bag of Revels for two years now, that’s surely evidence that Ten Hag is not the man to take them forward?”This sparked a classic Merson rant: “Man Utd have to be patient. And the only way to be patient is having a plan. And the plan is going to take time.”I mean Man Utd have to start walking again before they can start running and they definitely can’t start sprinting yet. And this is what everybody thinks. “The one thing that would worry me more than anything is who has come into that club and you’ve gone ‘wow he was a major success’.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”I mean Antony was £80m, have you picked up yet? Or have you fallen over?”I thought you’d fall over when I said £80m. I mean that just sums it all up. “I’m looking at the players they’ve bought like the boy Rasmus Hojlund. I like Hojlund, the centre-forward, but he’s a young kid.Roy Keane blasts ‘don’t bloody say it you fool’ in furious rant at Eriksen after Man Utd star’s controversial comment “You can’t put a young kid into Man Utd up front in a struggling team and say ‘go on mate go and get me 20 goals a season’.”You can’t do it. For me it’s so wrong. And that’s me sitting on the outside. I just don’t know what they’ve done.””I mean £80m – who sanctioned that?”And I don’t want to be horrible, I watched him in Holland, he goes down the wing, he cuts in and bends it into the far corner. He done it every week in Holland.”You come to the Premier League and every single full-back is an international. And they work you out and won’t show you on that foot.” “United can’t even say ‘do you what we will swallow one here and get £40m for him – they won’t even get that.”In the midst of his passionate display, Merson also claimed that United legend Gary Neville would be perfect to bring in to oversee recruitment.He added: “Gary has been at that club all his career, and he knows football from the inside out.READ MORE SUN STORIES”You put someone like him in charge, even Rio Ferdinand, someone like that or even both of them together, and you go ‘right, we want to build this club- what players should we be bringing in?’”The Red Devils admitted that they overpaid for Antony, 24, who joined from Ajax in 2022. More

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      Inside Man Utd’s showdown talks as ‘one chief argues for Ten Hag to be SACKED and most likely successor is revealed’

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      ERIK TEN HAG remains under immense pressure at Manchester United with one club chief reportedly wanting him SACKED.The Red Devils have stumbled to their worst start to a Premier League season under the Dutchman this term.Sir Jim Ratcliffe has been in talks with Manchester United chiefs over the clubCredit: PAErik ten Hag’s future is still in questionCredit: GettyThomas Tuchel is one candidate to replace Ten HagCredit: GettyOld Trafford chiefs were locked in crisis talks on Tuesday in London over the manager’s future.It is believed that Sir Jim Ratcliffe has requested the club’s hierarchy to put forward all potential scenarios for Ten Hag’s future.This includes who would replace the coach should the axe swing and he be removed from his post.Ratcliffe was joined in the meeting by co-owner Joel Glazer, chief executive Omar Berrada, sporting director Dan Ashworth, technical director Jason Wilcox and director Sir Dave Brailsford.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSThe Independent has reported that one put forward a strong argument for Ten Hag to be sacked.However, the claim was countered by a couple of arguments.One is believed to be that Ten Hag’s era is still viewed to be in its early stages.Another argument was that the disruption of sacking him could further hurt his performance.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMan United chiefs were also concerned about the potential candidates that would replace Ten Hag should he leave.Should Ten Hag be axed, it would cost the club £17.5million due to the extension he signed in June.Roy Keane blasts ‘don’t bloody say it you fool’ in furious rant at Eriksen after Man Utd star’s controversial comment The report suggested that one question that they face is hiring a temporary boss or a permanent coach on a longer-term contract.One candidate is Thomas Tuchel, who was heavily linked to the hotseat at Old Trafford towards the end of last term.It is claimed that he has been spoken about as the most likely successor to the Dutchman.However, it is thought that there has been no contact between the club and the former Chelsea manager.Talks at the meeting at the London office also reached details of the squad’s suitabilities.This apparently included admitting that Ten Hag’s current players are more suited to a back four than a back three.Meanwhile, the club has been slammed by former players Roy Keane, Gary Neville and Wayne Rooney.READ MORE SUN STORIESKeane claimed that he has “given up” on the club, and Neville insisted it has become a graveyard for “good people and players”.Rooney himself hit out at the performance during the 3-0 defeat to Tottenham at Old Trafford as the “worst he has ever seen”. More

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      Man Utd star Mazraoui undergoes procedure after experiencing heart palpitations as he’s ruled out for weeks

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      NOUSSAIR MAZRAOUI has undergone a procedure after experiencing heart palpitations. Mazraoui withdrew from the Morocco squad after being replaced by Victor Lindelof at half-time against Aston Villa.Noussair Mazraoui has undergone a procedure after experiencing heart palpitationsCredit: GettyIt has since emerged that the right-back – signed this summer from Bayern Munich – has been experiencing palpitations. And he has had successful surgery but is expected to be ruled out of action for some weeks.Team-mate Christian Eriksen suffered a cardiac arrest on the pitch during the Euros in 2021. The Danish international was fitted with an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator device after being rushed to hospital. READ MORE ON MAN UTDLess than one year later, Eriksen made his return to football with Brentford before signing for United in the summer of 2022.Meanwhile Mazraoui joined Matthijs de Ligt in a double transfer this summer. He has made ten appearances this season in replace of Aaron Wan-Bissaka, who left for West Ham. But Mazraoui was taken off at the break against Villa in the game that ended 0-0. Most read in FootballAnd Garnacho then followed with the Argentina winger feeling the effects of 90 minutes against Unai Emery’s side.He joined Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho in pulling out of international duty.Roy Keane reveals he has ‘given up’ with Man Utd as he, Rooney and Neville lay into Ten Hag’s ‘disgusting’ flops Mainoo had already ruled himself out of the England squad due to a fitness issue after he was replaced by Casemiro at Villa Park. The away point leaves United in 14th and manager Erik ten Hag still under huge pressure. But he survived the sack after SEVEN HOURS worth of showdown talks in London with Red Devils co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe. Ratcliffe – who was joined by Sir Dave Brailsford and sporting director Dan Ashworth – arrived at around 9:30am and left at 4:45pm.It comes after United fell to their worst ever return from the opening seven Premier League games, picking up just eight points.Without a win in five matches in all competitions, Ten Hag remains under-fire but not yet fired.Erik ten Hag remains under pressureCredit: Getty More

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      Gareth Southgate breaks silence on Man Utd manager job links as he gives update on future after England exit

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      GARETH SOUTHGATE has ruled himself OUT of taking over at Manchester United for at least 12 months.Former England boss Southgate has been a front runner to be the next United choice if the Old Trafford side sack under-pressure Erik ten Hag.Gareth Southgate ruled himself OUT of taking over at Manchester United for at least 12 monthsCredit: AFPBut speaking publicly about his future for the first time since leaving the England job after Euro 2024, Southgate said he has NO intention of taking another coaching job until the back end of 2025 at the earliest.In an appearance at the European Club Association general assembly in Athens, when he was asked about his next potential job, Southgate said: “Firstly I’m enjoying my life…so there’s no rush.“I was 11 years committing myself fully to the FA and I’ve got lots of different experiences.“But I won’t coach in the next year, for sure. I’m certain of that.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“I need to give myself time to make good decisions. When you come out of a really big role you need to give your body time, you need to give your mind time.”Southgate made clear he is unlikely to consider another international job – and even that he may look for a role in football OUTSIDE of management.He added: “I’m fortunate that there are lots of different opportunities that are presenting themselves. The business side of football is really interesting.“In my role I’ve dealt with Uefa and Fifa, had to deal with lots of different stakeholders.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“So I’m not just set on being a coach moving forward.Of course I’ve had amazing experiences but to have a project that was from the heart, which it was from the national team, is going to be difficult to find.” Gary Neville tells Gareth Southgate ‘it’s illegal’ again as he repeats fierce criticism of ex-England manager’s tacticsSouthgate went on: “I’m at an age where I want to work with good people.“When you’re younger you probably strive and are a bit more compliant. When you are older you realise the importance of collaboration.“Clubs can only be successful if everything is aligned, right the way through the club.“I also know that maybe the smarter people sit in the boardrooms and the coaches are a little bit more dispensable then you think when you are there.“As a coach you think you’re the most important person. I sat in every boardroom in our country for eight years and realised you’re only a small piece in this whole thing.”Coming just a day after Jurgen Klopp announced his new role at the Red Bull sporting group, Southgate hinted that he might be persuaded by a similar offer.He said: “If you are asking about club football, that’s depending on what that is, what role that is, what that might be.“I’ve been fortunate to work with fantastic players and some of the biggest nights in world football.“You’ve got to have excitement, passion to go to work every day.“That’s unlikely, for me, to be another national federation. Because, again, England was for the heart. I went there originally to help English football, not to become the first team coach.READ MORE SUN STORIES“But, the business of football, the experiences I’ve had working right across the board.“I’m 54 and want to enjoy and be really motivated for the next 10-15 years of my life and the most important thing is to give myself time to make good decisions.” More

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      Man Utd should have conceded MORE this season but there are signs Erik ten Hag’s side can climb the Premier League table

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      MANCHESTER UNITED should count themselves lucky to not have conceded MORE goals this season.The Red Devils have endured their worst ever start to a Prem season – but the stats show that United can climb the table if players put their shooting boots on.Man Utd are fortunate to not have conceded more goals this season, according to the statsBut there are signs the Red Devils can turn around their misfortunesNew data from Soccerment has revealed a mixed bag for United – but Erik ten Hag can draw improvements from their chances created.United have conceded 1.14 goals per game, which is relatively solid, ranking them 7th in the league. But their expected goals against (xGA) per game is 1.81, meaning that they have been somewhat fortunate to not have conceded more.United currently rank 13th in expected goals against.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe Red Devils tally of five goals in 2024-25 is their lowest in any Premier League season after seven games.And bear in mind three of those goals came away to Southampton – who have conceded 15 goals in seven games.But United’s misfortune can possibly turn on its head if the Old Trafford forwards start converting more chances.This is because United’s underperformance of expected goals (xG) is the highest of all Prem clubs so far this season.Most read in FootballThe graph shows United’s expected goals for (xG) and against (xGA) per game this seasonCredit: soccermentFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThey’ve scored five of their 89 shots this season, with an expected goals figure of 11.1 in those attempts.This means that their chance conversion rate is poor, as they are creating chances but failing to put the ball in the back of the net.’I was unaware,’ says Rio Ferdinand as Man Utd icon gives Phil Jones heartfelt public apology on camera after criticism United’s season has been marked by a notable gap between their potential and actual performance, particularly in offensive efficiency.The Red Devils have managed to score only 0.71 goals per game, placing them 19th in the league.This is significantly lower than their expected goals (xG) per game of 1.53. United had 15 shots in their 0-0 draw with Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.But Ten Hag’s side have only scored ONE goal at Old Trafford this term – Joshua Zirkzee’s 87th minute winner over Fulham on the opening night.The data has been compiled by leading AI football data analytics company Soccerment, who’s revolutionary xvalue.ai platform provides the most in-depth stats, data and analysis for leagues from 20 countries from around the world including the Premier League. More

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      Paul Pogba tipped for shock transfer to reunite with Man Utd team-mate and ex-Premier League boss after drug ban appeal

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      PAUL POGBA is wanted by Marseille ahead of his post-drug ban comeback, according to reports.French news outlets are claiming that the Ligue 1 club are in advanced talks over the signing.Paul Pogba has been linked with a shock move to MarseilleCredit: ReutersThe transfer would see him play with ex-Man Utd team-mate Mason GreenwoodCredit: GettyRoberto De Zerbi is the Marseille gafferCredit: AFPPogba, who remains on the books of Juventus, is likely to have his contract mutually terminated so he can become a free agent.He is then seemingly set to join Marseille in January, with his ban preventing him from playing until March.The club are managed by ex-Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi and his former Manchester United team-mate Mason Greenwood is in the squad.Neal Maupay and Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg are also on loan there from Everton and Tottenham respectively.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLPogba was initially banned from football for four years after testing positive for banned substance DHEA in August 2023.The 31-year-old Frenchman has always pleaded his innocence and appealed the decision.Two weeks ago, the Court of Arbitration for Sport reduced his ban to 18 months.They cut his suspension because Pogba was able to prove he took the substance linked to testosterone growth by accident.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSResponding to the reduced ban, Pogba said: “Finally, the nightmare is over. I can look forward to the day when I can follow my dreams again.”I always stated that I never knowingly breached Anti-Doping regulations, I play with integrity and I want to thank the Court of Arbitration who heard my explanation.Paul Pogba was brought back to Man Utd to HUMILIATE Sir Alex Ferguson – I told him not to return, says Patrice Evra”This has been a hugely distressing pediod in my life because everything I’ve worked so hard has been put on hold.”Thank you for all the love and support. I can’t wait to get back on the pitch.”What is DHEA?PAUL POGBA tested positive for elevated levels of DHEA, a hormone that naturally occurs in the adrenal gland, in August 2023.DHEA, or dehydroepiandrosterone, can be used to naturally boost testosterone production. It does not produce testosterone itself.It is on the world anti-doping banned substances list and carries a maximum of four years if the athlete took it deliberately to enhance their performance.DHEA can legally be sold over-the-counter in the US as a dietary product, known as prasterone.It is also taken as an anti-ageing therapy, and to treat depression and the symptoms of menopause, although there is little evidence to suggest it is effective, and it can cause serious side effects.In 2022, UFC fighter Bobby Green received a six-month ban after testing positive for a DHEA.Green said he had not realised that DHEA was banned after seeing a video on YouTube, and took the supplement after his wife bought it from a supermarket. More

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      Erik ten Hag ‘demanded Man Utd build £200k wall at Carrington as under-fire boss aims to keep training sessions secret’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED manager Erik ten Hag has had a giant £200,000 wall built at Carrington to keep his team’s training sessions a secret.Ten Hag’s United future has plunged into uncertainty amid the club’s worst ever Premier League start that has seen them notch up just eight points in their first seven matches.Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag demanded a giant wall at CarringtonCredit: GettyThe white wall was erected two weeks ago to keep training sessions a secretCredit: GettyHowever, the Dutch tactician, 54, continues to work rigorously and even keeps an eye on the smallest details regarding his team’s wellbeing on and off the pitch.According to The Mail, the ex-Ajax boss demanded that a wall was bult to hide his training sessions from prying eyes and shield his squad from the elements.The white wall was installed two weeks ago at the request of the under-fire manager.This comes after fellow Dutch boss Louis van Gaal ordered diggers and earth movers to be brought in to put up wind breakers at Carrington when he was in charge of United in 2015.Read More on Man UtdVan Gaal famously said at the time: “Wind is not always the friend of the players.”Nevertheless, the cost of the wall has raised eyebrows among club staff after severe cost-cutting measures were brought in by Ineos.They included 250 club employees being laid off.United chief Sir Jim Ratcliffe attended a meeting on Tuesday to discuss Ten Hag’s future, which lasted seven hours.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSIneos director of sport Sir Dave Brailsford and United’s sporting director Dan Ashworth also attended the showdown talks in London.However, Ratcliffe offered no insight into the manager’s position as he left via a rear exit.Manchester United vs Aston Villa: Player Ratings BreakdownThis leaves fans no closer to learning whether Ten Hag will still be in charge come their next game against Brentford at Old Trafford after the international break on October 19.Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Sir Dave Brailsford following the board meeting at Ineos HQCredit: pa More

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      Rio Ferdinand rang Wayne Rooney and asked ‘how are you allowing this?’ about two Man Utd stars’ behaviour

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      RIO FERDINAND once rang up Wayne Rooney to demand answers about the behaviour in the Manchester United dressing room.Ferdinand and Rooney won five Premier League titles together and a Champions League trophy under Sir Alex Ferguson. Rio Ferdinand and Wayne Rooney in 2014Credit: GettyThe England defender left in 2014 but Rooney remained at Old Trafford as captain. Reminiscing on Ferdinand’s podcast, former team-mate Phil Jones said: “Back then, when you look at the dressing room we had…”We had so many incredible, powerful leaders that wouldn’t let anything get in the way of the team’s performance and the team winning.”That winning mentality was so strong and powerful that no one that came in could disrupt that.READ MORE IN football “I think now players maybe don’t have the ability to call people out anymore and the power to tell them, ‘That’s not what we do at this football club… don’t come in here and start acting like that, that doesn’t work here’.”I’m not saying that happens every single day at the club but if we lost a game, we’d have a meeting the next day, not even with the coaches. “The leaders would be saying, ‘this is not good enough’ after one loss.”Ferdinand pointed to a time he furiously phoned Rooney after seeing Paul Pogba and Jesse Lingard dancing on social media as the club sat sixth. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe said: “I’ll tell you when it changed, from the outside at least.”I rang Wazza and said, ‘What’s going on here? How are you allowing this?’ And he said, ‘You can’t say nothing man, it’s not the same anymore’.Phil Jones reveals how Sir Alex Ferguson convinced him to sign for Man Utd “He said, ‘It’s not just those two, there would be a big group looking at me like I’m mad if I said anything’.”Lingard and Pogba are both no longer at United. Pogba has had an initial four-year doping ban changed to 18-months, allowing him to continue his football career in March. Meanwhile Lingard – who left United in 2022 – is now playing his football in South Korea with FC Seoul. Jones ended 12 years at Old Trafford in 2023 and announced his retirement a year later – with his eyes now set on coaching. Jesse Lingard and Paul Pogba dancing in the Man Utd dressing roomPhil Jones on Rio Ferdinand’s podcastCredit: @philjones_4 More