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A FORMER Manchester United target who was wanted by Erik ten Hag has seen his price tag tumble this season.Ajax striker Brian Brobbey was at the top of Ten Hag’s wishlist last summer.Ajax striker Brian Brobbey has seen his price tag tumble this seasonCredit: GettyThe forward was a £34million target for ex-Man Utd boss Erik ten HagCredit: GettyTen Hag, who was sacked in October, targeted him in a £34million swoop after seeing Rasmus Hojlund struggle to make an impact in his debut campaign.But United chiefs instead opted to splash out on Joshua Zirzkee.And even though he has also struggled, it has now emerged that the Old Trafford faithful had a lucky escape.Brobbey is now valued at just £8m.- marking a mega drop of £24m.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd Voetbal Primeur claims it’s all down to Brobbey’s poor goal record this season.Last term, the eight-time Netherlands international bagged 22 goals for Ajax.But in the current campaign, he’s managed just four strikes in 27 league outings.That’s the same amount of Prem goals as Hojlund has this season.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSHowever, the Dane has still managed nine strikes in all competitions – one better than Brobbey’s return.United fans were quick to react as they hit out at Ten Hag.Ruben Amorim will go all out to secure Europa League glory for Man Utd Brobbey has the same amount of league goals as Rasmus Hojlund this seasonCredit: GettyOne said: “Ten Hag was sort of destroying United, you can’t convince me otherwise.”Another declared: “I bet Ajax were made when he got sacked.”One noted: “Bro should go to jail for this.”Another added: “Maybe Ten Hag was a devil.” More

PAUL SCHOLES has admitted he has two concerns over Manchester United signing Matheus Cunha.Reports suggest that the Red Devils are close to an agreement with the Wolves star ahead of triggering his £62.5million release clause.Matheus Cunha is closing in on a move to Man UtdCredit: AlamyBut Paul Scholes is unsure where he fits into the Man Utd teamCredit: GettyCunha, 25, has impressed this term, scoring 15 goals and registering six assists in the Premier League.But Man Utd legend Scholes has doubts over where the versatile attacker will fit in and whether it is even a wise move for the player himself.He wrote in his TNT Sports column: “He looks like he’s got the attributes that Ruben Amorim wants. He knows that physically, his team are just not strong or quick enough.”I just worry for any signing coming to Manchester United at the minute.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”It just feels like it’s such a bad place to go. The quality of play right now is so poor.”And with Cunha, is he a centre-forward or is he a wide player?”There’s no doubt that he has quality and of course, it would be nice to sign him, but I worry about where he fits in. “You can sign the best three players in the world, and I think they’ll struggle coming into this team at the minute, but they’ve got to start somewhere.”Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSAmorim addressed concerns over top players not wanting to move to Old Trafford last week, saying: “What I feel is there are a lot of players who want to play for our club.”I know that if you look at our club in the moment, with all the problems with the staff and people going, changing coach and the results, it looks like a little bit of a problem.Why Ruben Amorim’s Man United system is broken”But we have a clear idea. That is the easiest part to explain to a player.”Then it is Manchester United. Everyone wants to play for Manchester United.” More

CHELSEA reportedly want to sign Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa amid PSR fears.The 22-year-old forward has been one of Unai Emery’s key players since joining in an initial £8million deal from Middlesbrough last year.Chelsea are lining up a move for Aston Villa star Morgan RogersCredit: AlamyRogers has helped himself to 14 goals and 13 assists in 50 outings this term.And his brilliant form helped Villa almost overcome Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League quarters earlier this month.However, The Independent claims Rogers could now be set to leave the Midlands in a shock transfer.It’s said that Villa are among several clubs who could be forced into a “transfer churn” by profit and sustainability (PSR) rules.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLTheir wage bill is also running at more than 90 per cent of their revenue.And it means Villa could be forced to sell an “untouchable” player, with Rogers now in the sights of Premier League rivals Chelsea.The Blues are big fans of the forward, who can play in multiple positions across the attack.Stamford Bridge chiefs are eager to see more goals scored next season, with a new No9 also being eyed.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSAnd Rogers could be tempted by a move to the capital, which would see him link up with England teammate and former academy pal Cole Palmer.The pair famously both perform the same “ice cold” celebration, with many attributing it originally to the Chelsea man.Cole Palmer spotted running away from Stamford Bridge as baffled Chelsea fans ask ‘where is he going’Rogers claims to have invented the ‘ice cold’ celebrationCredit: RexChelsea star Cole Palmer has made it his ownCredit: GettyHowever, it was Rogers who first performed it during his time in Manchester City’s academy, inspiring Palmer to follow suit.Rogers said: “It’s the opposite, I did it first, he copied me.”Palmer responded: “Rogers knows that I did it and that it went viral. He [Rogers] may have done it, but everyone knows it’s my celebration.” More

MANCHESTER CITY star Ederson reportedly has “concrete chances” to leave this summer — just a year after seeing a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia collapse.Ederson, 31, came close to leaving City after winning his sixth Premier League title in 2024 following concrete interest from the Middle East.Ederson has ‘concrete chances’ to leave Man City this summerCredit: GettyHe was offered £900,000-a-week to quit the Etihad and refused to play down links before remaining in the north west.But Fabrizio Romano claims Saudi clubs have reignited their interest in the Brazil international.And Ederson could now finally leave City for new riches, with Pep Guardiola ready to part ways.The 2023 Treble winner has made just 22 Premier League appearances this term — his lowest-ever figure.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLEderson has missed City’s last three matches, including Sunday’s FA Cup semi-final win over Nottingham Forest, after limping off against Crystal Palace with a mystery injury 16 days ago.His City contract, worth £180k-a-week, runs until 2026.But with No2 Stefan Ortega proving his worth on multiple occasions, Ederson could become the latest big name to leave City.Kyle Walker packed his bags for AC Milan in January.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSWhile legend Kevin De Bruyne will depart on a free transfer when his contract expires this summer.There are also questions marks over the likes of Ilkay Gundogan, John Stones and Nathan Ake.Ederson’s wife stuns in see-through dress as she steals show at Fifa The Best awards to cheer on Man City starCity have already embarked on a squad rebuild, spending £180m on stars including Omar Marmoush and Nico Gonzalez in January.The likes of Nico O’Reilly and James McAtee have also enjoyed decent minutes.And after boss Guardiola ended talk over his future by penning a deal until 2027, a new phase of City’s history is well underway. More