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PSG are sitting on a £145million offer for Kylian Mbappe from Real Madrid.The French giants are determined to keep hold of the World Cup winner so they can go on and win the Champions League with Lionel Messi, but the star forward can walk away for nothing next summer.
Meanwhile Juventus are said to have already got to work on replacing Cristiano Ronaldo, with moves for Moise Kean and Eden Hazard mooted.
And the transfer of Jules Kounde to Chelsea has edged closer with the Frenchman out of Sevilla’s squad this weekend, while the Blues have sold Kurt Zouma to West Ham.
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READY FOR A TRIP
Manchester United have rekindled their interest in Atletico Madrid star Kieran Trippier, who was previously linked with Arsenal.
That is according to The Athletic, who claim that United may not be done yet after signing Jadon Sancho, Raphael Varane and Cristiano Ronaldo during a very busy summer transfer window.
However, it seems like the Red Devils will only make a move if right-back Diogo Dalot exits before deadline day.
Dalot has attracted interest from Borussia Dortmund but it seems like he will still be at Old Trafford at August 31, when the transfer window slams shut
SPECIAL RON
Roma manager, and former Manchester United boss, Jose Mourinho had little to say about Cristiano Ronaldo’s return to Old Trafford.
Mourinho worked with Ronaldo for three years after the Portuguese coach took over at Real Madrid in 2010.
The former Chelsea and Tottenham manager said: “What I can say is basic, it’s logical.
“If Juventus are happy, if Ronaldo is happy and Man Utd are happy, then it’s a perfect deal – he has written history for the last 20 years.
“I have nothing more to comment”
KLOPP ON ELLIOTT
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp explained he started Harvey Elliott in midfield due to tactical reasons ahead of the likes of Thiago Alcantara, Naby Keita and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.
Klopp said: “We had to change a little bit and wanted to change a little bit but then it’s about stability as well.
“It’s that period, before the international break, where there is no need for too many changes really.
“Hopefully the boys come back really fit and healthy and then we have games every three days; that’s different.
“But at the moment, the shorter pre-season, that’s how it is, Oxlade played, so it’s just like this, Hendo [Jordan Henderson] is back in the team… so it’s stability and of course football as well.
“Thiago had a short pre-season. We don’t just say thank-you to Kostas [Tsimikas], Naby and Diogo [Jota]. There will be plenty of times when we need them all”
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FIRMINO UPDATE
Liverpool star Roberto Firmino hobbled off the pitch on 43 minutes after picking up a hamstring injury against Chelsea.
Reds boss Jurgen Klopp believes it’s “not too serious” but Firmino will undergo a scan to discover the extent of the damage.
Klopp said: “Serious? I don’t know. Serious enough to take him off? Yes.
“Bobby felt his hamstring, came over and told us and we had to prepare the change.
“Bobby is nobody who raises the hand when he doesn’t feel anything.
“It doesn’t look too serious but you never know before you have a scan and we will know tomorrow”
TUCHEL ON KANTE
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel confirmed that N’Golo Kante injured his ankle once more against Liverpool and that is why he took him off.
Tuchel said during the post-match press-conference: “He is injured.
“He missed the Arsenal game because of pain in his ankle and inflammation.
“The opponent fell in his ankle, twisted it again, and he had the same pain as before the Arsenal game.
“He was lacking force to accelerate and we had to take him off”
TUCHEL ON JAMES
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel described Reece James’ dismissal against Liverpool as a “double punishment”.
Tuchel said: “A double punishment is super hard and it’s a bit of a spoiler for the game. If the referee says he denies a clear chance, then it’s a red card.
“It’s a spoiler of the game, nobody wants to say that for 45 minutes. I’ve not solution now for it and no better idea. In general, it’s a spoiler.
“I can understand the decision and I’m not saying it’s wrong. I didn’t like the way the referee checked it because he was only shown the image. The image only shown the clear contact.
“I’d have liked a longer consideration. Maybe the decision stays the same. But I have to live with it. Some decisions stay with the responsibility in the moment”
ZOUM CALL
West Ham have confirmed the signing of Kurt Zouma from Chelsea.
Zouma has put pen to paper on a four-year deal with the Hammers after a successful medical in Paris.
This opens the way for the Blues to sign Sevilla star Jules Kounde ahead of transfer deadline day.
The west Londoners are expected to use the profit from Zouma’s transfer to meet Kounde’s release clause

TUCHEL REACTS
Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel doubted the referee’s decision to send Reece James off with a straight red card after he handled the ball in the area.
Tuchel told Sky Sports: “The red card – I’m not even sure any more if it’s the rules or not the rules.
“You have to accept the decision. He maybe would have changed his mind with moving pictures.
“With pure will, resilience and team effort at its very best. Never lose the shape, try to close the half spaces.
“We decided to stay active in the back five because of all the runs in half spaces, the fluid runs from Liverpool and their high full-backs.”
FERDINAND PRAISE
Manchester United hero Rio Ferdinand has praised the club’s hierarchy for moving fast to hijack Cristiano Ronaldo from Manchester City.
Ferdinand told FIVE : “One thing I have to say is that the Man United hierarchy, when they needed to move there was no looking back. They performed, I must say, perfectly at every step, every point.
“There was no looking over their shoulder, there was no hesitancy about it.
“You have to understand that when someone like Ronaldo comes on the scene and there is an opportunity for him to come to a football club and continue his legacy and continue his history at this football club, if Man United had let that slip through their fingers, and for him to have gone across the city to the other side, you would have had to have had security 24/7 around the clock at the stadium, let alone the houses of some of the people involved in that.
“Listen, there has been a lot of criticism that has been pointed at different people in the hierarchy at Manchester United at whatever period of time it is”
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RONALDO DEBUT
Cristiano Ronaldo is on his way back to Manchester United for a stunning homecoming.
Ronaldo will obviously play no part tomorrow against Wolves at Molineux, which means United fans will have to wait until after the international break to see the five-time Ballon d’Or winner back in action.
Therefore, the Portugal international is most likely to debut on September 11 against Newcastle at Old Trafford.
It will take a while, but the wait will be worth it
FT: LIVERPOOL 1-1 CHELSEA
Liverpool and Chelsea drew 1-1 at Anfield in a rather dramatic encounter.
The Blues opened the scoring on 22 minutes with a sensational header by Kai Havertz.
But the Reds equalised in the fifth minute of stoppage time with Mohamed Salah’s penalty kick shortly before half-time.
The Merseysiders earned the spot-kick after Reece James was deemed to have handled the ball inside the area and was penalised with a straight red card.
But a spirited 10-man Chelsea managed to hold on for a point at Anfield
CR7 AGAIN
Manchester United hero Rio Ferdinand has hinted that Edinson Cavani may have given up his No7 shirt for the returning Cristiano Ronaldo.
Ronaldo is set to return to United where he donned the iconic jersey number during his first spell at Old Trafford between 2003 and 2009.
Speaking on his FIVE YouTube show, Ferdinand said: “Just to think Cavani could be the back-up for Ronaldo, it’s unbelievable.
“Cavani, I have to say, what a man! He saw who was coming to town and gave up the No7 shirt”
KOUNDE BOOST
Chelsea have been handed a transfer boost in their bid to sign Jules Kounde, who has told Sevilla of his desire to leave.
That is because the Rojiblancos have not taken Kounde to Elche for Saturday’s LaLiga encounter.
Should the deal fall through, the Blues may pull the plug on Kurt Zouma’s switch to West Ham.
SunSport revealed that a medical has already taken place in Paris for Zouma’s move to the Hammers.
But the west Londoners may not allow the £26million transfer to take place if Kounde does not arrive to replace his fellow Frenchman
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KOU D’ETAT
Sevilla are reportedly demanding that Chelsea increase their transfer offer for Jules Kounde if they want to sign the star defender.
Kounde remains the Blues’ top target ahead of transfer deadline day.
A deal worth around £43million is said to have been agreed between the two clubs but the Andalusians could now press for a further £25m.
The centre-back’s release clause is set at £68.5m and Sevilla are hoping to earn close to that figure if the France international leaves in the final week of the window, according to Sky Sports.
HT: LIVERPOOL 1-1 CHELSEA
Liverpool equalised in the fifth minute of stoppage time when disaster struck for Chelsea.
Blues star Reece James was deemed to have handled the ball inside the area following a brief check by VAR.
That led to a straight red card for James and a penalty kick that Mohamed Salah converted.
The west Londoners were livid after the decision with players from both sides arguing and yellow cards flying all over the place
PEP TALK
Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola broke his silence after the reigning Premier League champions missed out on Cristiano Ronaldo, who returned to rivals Manchester United.
Guardiola told BT Sport: “I don’t think frustrated is the right word.
“We have an exceptional squad and we have improved to have the best possible team to compete.
“It’s good that a player like Cristiano Ronaldo is back in England for the Premier League and it’s good news”
LIVERPOOL 0-1 CHELSEA
Chelsea have opened the scoring at Anfield with Kai Havertz!
Reece James whipped in a corner-kick that was met by a brilliant header from Havertz on 21 minutes.
Liverpool goalkeeper Allison could do nothing to prevent the Blues’ opener.
Advantage Chelsea!

LIVERPOOL 0-0 CHELSEA
Liverpool and Chelsea are underway at Anfield in what poses as the biggest Premier League match of the week.
Reds boss Jurgen Klopp opted for the following XI: Alisson, Alexander-Arnold, Matip, Van Dijk, Robertson, Henderson, Fabinho, Elliott, Salah, Firmino, Mane.
Whereas Blues manager Thomas Tuchel chose the following line-up: Mendy, Azpilicueta, Christensen, Rudiger, James, Jorginho, Kante, Alonso, Mount, Havertz, Lukaku.
This game promises immense action!

HAALAND REMINDER
Paris Saint-Germain are considering a move for Borussia Dortmund superstar Erling Haaland to replace Kylian Mbappe.
Real Madrid are reportedly on the verge of agreeing a staggering £154million deal with PSG for Mbappe, whose contract runs out next year and he has refused to extend his stay in Paris.
According to the Daily Telegraph, the Ligue 1 giants are believed to have contacted Haaland’s agent Mino Raiola over the possibility of a move before August 31, when the transfer window slams shut.
But a deal will be difficult to complete at this late stage and negotiations between PSG and Dortmund have yet to begin
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KOUNDE REPLACEMENT BEING SOUGHT
Sevilla are in talks with Lille over a deal for Sven Botman.
The Dutchman is their preferred replacement for Jules Kounde if he is to join Chelsea.
Wolves have had a bid rejected for Botman as they try to bring him to Molineux; they remain interested but whether they will make another offer remains to be seen.
PEP’S SATISFIED
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola insisted he was satisfied with his squad, despite missing out on signing Cristiano Ronaldo.
After City beat Arsenal he said: “We are the same that we have done the last two or three years in the past, maybe people forget everything that we have done.
“Always the club has to have the intention to get better, to improve, because the players change and this is normal, the manager changes, but the club has to get better, we cannot forget.
“The team was magnificent last season and is the same and with these players we are still going to go.”
When asked about the prospect of adding a striker this transfer window, Guardiola said: “No, I don’t think so.”
NO DEAL
Tottenham’s interest in Adama Traore is up in the air after Wolves told them he is not for sale.
An initial loan deal with an option to buy was suggested but swiftly dismissed by the West Midlands club.
Spurs were subsequently told to forget the idea of signing Traore – but it remains to be seen whether they come back with a more concrete bid.
Sky Sports News reported earlier this month that he was high on their list of targets before the deadline, with boss Nuno Santo keen to work with him again.
AMAD RUSH
Feyenoord are now joining the race with many clubs approaching Manchester United for Amad Diallo loan, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Talks are ongoing and Feyenoord are pushing but Premier League and Bundesliga clubs are still in.
The player’s camp will reportedly make a decision in the next few hours about where Diallo’s immediate future lies.
JUVE MOVE
Juventus are reportedly eyeing Eden Hazard and Luka Jovic as options to fill the huge hole left by Cristiano Ronaldo’s Man United return.
And the Italian giants look set to re-sign Moise Kean on a two-year loan with an option to buy the Everton forward for £17million.
Spanish outlet AS claims the Turin side are keen on Real Madrid striker Jovic, 23, who netted four goals in 23 appearances on loan at Eintracht Frankfurt last term.
Meanwhile, Marca reports the Italian outfit are also keeping an eye on Jovic’s Madrid team-mate Hazard with both having struggled for game time at the Bernabeu.

MOR INTEREST
Tottenham have been told to pay £17million if they want to sign Barcelona talent Ilaix Moriba.
The teenage ace has reportedly agreed personal terms with the Premier League club.
Moriba only has one year remaining on his current contract and has turned down the chance to sign a new deal.
The Guinea talent has been sidelined by Barca since rejecting a new four-year contract.
His future increasingly looks to lie away from the club and Spurs are leading the race to sign him.

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PSG are reportedly keen on signing Erling Haaland, as they became increasingly resigned to Kylian Mbappe joining Real Madrid.However a transfer will not be easy to pull off due to their poor relationship with Borussia Dortmund.
Meanwhile Juventus are said to have already got to work on replacing Cristiano Ronaldo, with moves for Moise Kean and Eden Hazard mooted.
And the transfer of Jules Kounde to Chelsea has edged closer with the Frenchman out of Sevilla’s squad this weekend.
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KOUNDE REPLACEMENT BEING SOUGHT
Sevilla are in talks with Lille over a deal for Sven Botman.
The Dutchman is their preferred replacement for Jules Kounde if he is to join Chelsea.
Wolves have had a bid rejected for Botman as they try to bring him to Molineux; they remain interested but whether they will make another offer remains to be seen.
PEP’S SATISFIED
Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola insisted he was satisfied with his squad, despite missing out on signing Cristiano Ronaldo.
After City beat Arsenal he said: “We are the same that we have done the last two or three years in the past, maybe people forget everything that we have done.
“Always the club has to have the intention to get better, to improve, because the players change and this is normal, the manager changes, but the club has to get better, we cannot forget.
“The team was magnificent last season and is the same and with these players we are still going to go.”
When asked about the prospect of adding a striker this transfer window, Guardiola said: “No, I don’t think so.”
NO DEAL
Tottenham’s interest in Adama Traore is up in the air after Wolves told them he is not for sale.
An initial loan deal with an option to buy was suggested but swiftly dismissed by the West Midlands club.
Spurs were subsequently told to forget the idea of signing Traore – but it remains to be seen whether they come back with a more concrete bid.
Sky Sports News reported earlier this month that he was high on their list of targets before the deadline, with boss Nuno Santo keen to work with him again.
AMAD RUSH
Feyenoord are now joining the race with many clubs approaching Manchester United for Amad Diallo loan, according to Fabrizio Romano.
Talks are ongoing and Feyenoord are pushing but Premier League and Bundesliga clubs are still in.
The player’s camp will reportedly make a decision in the next few hours about where Diallo’s immediate future lies.
JUVE MOVE
Juventus are reportedly eyeing Eden Hazard and Luka Jovic as options to fill the huge hole left by Cristiano Ronaldo’s Man United return.
And the Italian giants look set to re-sign Moise Kean on a two-year loan with an option to buy the Everton forward for £17million.
Spanish outlet AS claims the Turin side are keen on Real Madrid striker Jovic, 23, who netted four goals in 23 appearances on loan at Eintracht Frankfurt last term.
Meanwhile, Marca reports the Italian outfit are also keeping an eye on Jovic’s Madrid team-mate Hazard with both having struggled for game time at the Bernabeu.

MOR INTEREST
Tottenham have been told to pay £17million if they want to sign Barcelona talent Ilaix Moriba.
The teenage ace has reportedly agreed personal terms with the Premier League club.
Moriba only has one year remaining on his current contract and has turned down the chance to sign a new deal.
The Guinea talent has been sidelined by Barca since rejecting a new four-year contract.
His future increasingly looks to lie away from the club and Spurs are leading the race to sign him.

WILL HE GO?
Willian will decide tomorrow if he’s to terminate his contract with Arsenal and return to Brazil, according to ESPN reporter Joao Costelo-Branco.
He reports interest in the winger from clubs around Europe, but claims Corinthians is the best option on the table currently.
That would present Willian with the chance to move back to his native Brazil after 14 years playing in Europe.

AGENT BRUNO
Manchester United fans are enjoying quite the transfer window – yet are seemingly still not quite satisfied as they urge midfielder Bruno Fernandes to help get one last deal over the line.
In response to the Ronaldo news Fernandes tweeted: “Agent Bruno?, Welcome back home Cristiano.”
However, the tweet was taken a tad too literally by some sections of the United fanbase, as Fernandes were inundated with requests to sort a transfer between another one of his Portugal teammates in Ruben Neves.
United’s need for a midfielder in the traditional ‘number six’ role has been well documented, with the performances of both Fred and Scott McTominay leaving a lot to be desired.
Twitter quickly became littered with United fans barking their orders at both Fernandes and the club themselves to try and secure a deal for Neves before the window closes in just four days time.
NEW DEAL
Inter Milan have reached an agreement with Lautaro Martinez to extend his contract, according to Gianluca Di Marzio.
The striker had attracted interest from Arsenal and Tottenham this summer but expressed his desire to stay at Inter.
Martinez scored 17 goals in 38 games last season and the news should be well received by Inter fans following Romelu Lukaku’s departure.

CONFIRMED
Aston Villa striker Wesley has joined Club Brugge on a season-long loan.
The 24-year-old, who moved to Villa Park from the Belgian side in a the club-record deal two years ago, has been limited to just four substitute appearances since recovering from a serious knee injury that kept him sidelined for nearly 16 months.
Villa hope the return to his former club, where he previously spent three seasons, can reignite the Brazilian’s career.
Wesley has made 26 appearances for Villa, scoring five goals.
‘IT’S FRUSTRATING’
Barcelona coach Ronald Koeman has said it is frustrating the club are unable to compete with Manchester United, Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain in the transfer market.
Manchester United are set to follow up the signings of Jadon Sancho and Raphael Varane by bringing Cristiano Ronaldo back to the club from Juventus.
Koeman said: “On the one hand I understand it.
“For everyone that wants the best for the club, it’s frustrating, I understand it. On the other hand, we have to be realistic. Economically, the club can’t compete with other clubs, with Paris, City, United. That’s how it is at the moment.
“We can’t demand what has been demanded before at this club. We have to understand the moment the club is in.”
RONALDO LATEST
Cristiano Ronaldo will have a medical in Lisbon this weekend as he closes in on a sensational return to Manchester United, per Sky Sports.
Personal terms on a two-year deal have been agreed in principle.
CR7 IS BACK
The Premier League claim Cristiano Ronaldo is Manchester United’s new No7 on their official website.
But the competition also has Edinson Cavani listed down as United’s No7 as speculation begins to rise about his new shirt number.
The Premier League have now added Ronaldo, 36, to Man Utd’s squad for the 2021-22 campaign and updated his player page.
The competition have listed the Portuguese forward as United’s No7 but are yet to strip Cavani of the shirt in a confusing update.
Man Utd haven’t announced Ronaldo’s shirt number and Cavani’s No7 jersey is still available to buy on the club’s website.

AUBA NEWS
Juventus are not planning for a move for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, according to Fabrizio Romano.
That is because they have tied up a deal to sign Everton’s Moise Kean on loan as Cristiano Ronaldo’s replacement.
And the Serie A side will now focus on extending Paolo Dybala’s current deal instead of making a move for the Arsenal captain.
DONE DEAL
Crystal Palace have confirmed the signing of Will Hughes from Watford.
The midfielder had been linked to Newcastle this summer but he moves to Selhurst Park for a fee of around £6million.
He arrives in South London as Patrick Vieira’s sixth summer arrival, signing a three-year deal.

HEE’S GONNA COME
Wolves are close to completing a deal to sign RB Leipzig forward Hwang Hee-Chan.
The South Korea international is set to join on an initial loan with an option to buy for more than £12.8m (€15m).
Hwang is scheduled to fly into Birmingham tonight and undergo a medical tomorrow morning once the final details have been sorted.
The 25-year-old has scored three goals in 29 appearances for Leipzig since moving from sister club RB Salzburg, where he scored 45 in 126.
KEAN TO MOVE
Moise Kean’s move to Juventus is a done deal, according to Fabrizio Romano.
The striker is due in Turin in the next 24 hours for a medical after agreeing personal terms.
The initial deal is for a loan, with an obligation to buy, and the total value of the move will be about £17m.

NU TALK FROM NUNO
Tottenham boss Nuno Espirito Santo is remaining tight-lipped about Hugo Lloris’s future.
The Spurs goalkeeper became the club’s all-time record Premier League appearance holder when he played his 300th game at Wolves last week and impressed in a 1-0 win.
The France international, 34, is out of contract next summer and there is currently no word on a fresh deal.
Nuno did not want to discuss the matter when pushed on it.
He said: “I think what Hugo achieved is huge, playing 300 matches for a club. It shows a lot of dedication and loyalty and hard work. This is what we expect from all of us, hard work, and Hugo is not an exception.
“He’s playing fantastically and he needs to keep on going. Every one of us keeps on going and improving.”
FOXES READY TO POUNCE
Leicester City are in ‘pole position’ to secure a deal for Ajax forward David Neres but are yet to make an official offer.
That’s according to Ajax Showtime, who say Leicester are the ‘most serious candidate’ to secure a move for the Brazilian.
They say that recent rumours about a potential move to Lyon are yet to turn into anything serious, and now Leicester ‘seem to want to put a stop’ to it.
The Foxes reportedly see Neres as a ‘desired reinforcement’ for their squad and are showing ‘concrete’ interest in making a move happen.

BIG BUCKS
Cristiano Ronaldo’s £480k-a-week wages at Man United make him the best paid Premier League star by nearly £100,000… but he still earns LESS than Lionel Messi and Neymar at PSG!
The 36-year-old sealed a dramatic move back to United on Friday after he looked set to join rivals Manchester City just hours before.
The move will see him return to the Red Devils 12 years after leaving for Real Madrid and he now looks set to become the highest paid player in the top flight, overtaking the likes of Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, Harry Kane and David de Gea.
Manchester City midfielder De Bruyne had been on the highest base salary in the Premier League, with the Belgian pocketing an eye-watering £385,000 while United keeper de Gea is on just £10,000 less than him per week.
CR7 REPLACEMENT
According to AS, Juventus have identified Luka Jovic as a potential replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo after they agreed to sell the striker to Manchester United for £12.8million.
The 23-year-old striker – who joined the Galacticos in the summer of 2019 for £62m – has struggled to adapt to life at the Spanish giants.
Real are said to be open to selling the 23-year-old for around £30m this summer.
Should a deal for through, Jovic will be playing alongside the likes of Paulo Dybala and Alvaro Morata – increasing his changes of rejuvenating his career.
ROYAL BLUE RAHMAN 
Baba Rahman is embarking on another loan spell away from Chelsea with Reading signing the out-of-favour Blues player.
The Ghana international, whose move has been hailed by Royals gaffer Veljko Paunovic, made his last appearance for the Stamford Bridge giants back in 2016.
His past loan stints include spells with Schalke, Stade Reims, RCD Mallorca and at Greek side POAK Salonika last term.
CAN’T CALL SAUL
Chelsea pursuit of Atletico Madrid star Saul Niguez has collapsed just days before the end of the transfer window, according to reports.
The Spanish midfielder is thought to be reluctant to moving to Stamford Bridge because Thomas Tuchel can’t guarantee game time.
According to 90min, Chelsea were on the verge of agreeing a deal with Atletico before the 26-year-old rejected the Blues.
Saul is said to have wanted guarantees over his playing time with Tuchel already having several top midfielders at his disposal.
N’Golo Kante, Mateo Kovacic, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, Trevoh Chalobah and Ethan Ampadu are among those battling it out for CM role.

AM GUNNAR GO
Amad Diallo will leave Manchester United on loan for the season after Cristiano Ronaldo’s arrival, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has confirmed.
Reports last week suggested Atalanta want to take the teenager back on a temporary basis, and Sheffield United have also emerged as surprise candidates for his signature.
But Solskjaer refused to confirm the location until the deal has been rubber-stamped.
Speaking ahead of his side’s trip to Wolves on Sunday, the Norwegian told MUTV: “Yes I do [expect him to go out on loan]. It’s not 100 per cent signed but we’ve agreed.
“I don’t have to say which team it is yet, but we’ve found a place that Amad feels excited about and we feel excited about.”

IDOLISING JOSE
Tammy Abraham says his ambitions at Roma are matched by manager Jose Mourinho, but says the Portuguese was not the sole factor behind him moving to the Italian side from Chelsea.
Abraham said of his new boss: “He is a big impact on why I’m here but going up I used to watch Roma so I’ve known about Roma for a long time.
“Rudiger has told me so many good things about Roma, and obviously Jose the manager he’s very successful, he’s very ambitious and passionate.
“I’m the same. It’s nice to have someone of such a high calibre being manager of such a great team.”
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CRISTIANO RONALDO has re-signed with Manchester United in a sensational transfer. City had been front-runners to complete a deal for Ronaldo after missing out on Harry Kane, but in an incredible twist, they claim to have decided against it.
The 36-year-old has flown out of Turin and United drafted contracts to send to Jorge Mendes and an official bid, which has been accepted, to Juventus.
And Chelsea are set to come in with a new bid of around £51m for Sevilla defender Jules Kounde.
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CRISTIANO’S £25m A YEAR UTD DEAL
Legend Cristiano Ronaldo’s mega-money wages for his Manchester United return have already been revealed.
The Juventus superstar will pick up £25MILLION A YEAR – which works out at £480k a week plus add-ons.
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano laid the figures bare.
FANS’ MIXED REACTION TO ‘KING RON’ RETURN
Amazement seems the main instant reaction on social media to Cristiano Ronaldo rejoining Manchester United.
One supporter tweeted “the king is back” and another claimed his return will inspire United to title glory.
But others suggested United don’t need the 36-year-old.
Here’s a quick snapshot of opinions:

DANCING IN THE STREETS?
Here’s how Sky Sports announced the Red Devils recapturing Ronaldo.

UTD ‘DELIGHT’ AT RON RETURN
Manchester United jave just confirmed Cristiano Ronaldo’s sensational return from Juventus – “subject to agreement of personal terms, visa and medical”.
Here’s the club’s statement:
“Manchester United is delighted to confirm that the club has reached agreement with Juventus for the transfer of Cristiano Ronaldo, subject to agreement of personal terms, visa and medical.
“Cristiano, a five-time Ballon d’Or winner, has so far won over 30 major trophies during his career, including five UEFA Champions League titles, four FIFA Club World Cups, seven league titles in England, Spain and Italy, and the European Championship for his native Portugal.”
UTD SIGN RONALDO
BREAKING NEWS: Manchester United have confirmed Cristiano Ronaldo’s return.
DALOT DORTMUND DEAL NOW UNLIKELY
Manchester United right-back Diogo Dalot’s loan move to Borussia Dortmund now seems off.
United only want to let him go if the Germans have an obligation to later buy him
RON DEAL ‘IMMINENT’
Cristiano Ronaldo’s shock return to Manchester United is reportedly about to be announced any minute.
We’ll have all the details – just hours after neighbours City pulled out of the running for the Juventus superstar.
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RONAL-GO
Cristiano Ronaldo is on the brink of a sensational return to Manchester United.
The 36-year-old was available at 20/1 to rejoin the Red Devils last week and 6/1 on Friday morning. But those odds have now plummeted to 1/12 after some frenetic activity in the betting market.
City were considered frontrunners for his signature after missing out on Tottenham talisman Harry Kane.
But reports suggest the Premier League champions are now completely out of the running at odds of 33/1.
Cristiano Ronaldo next club – Sky Bet odds
Manchester United – 1/12 – Was 20/1Paris Saint-Germain – 18/1Juventus – 22/1Manchester City – 33/1
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Cristiano Ronaldo is on the verge of a shock return to Manchester United after a £21.4million bid was launched for the Juventus star.
Premier League champions Manchester City have pulled out of the running despite being tipped to sign the wantaway striker.
The Athletic state that Ronaldo‘s camp are in advanced talks with United over a deal, with a two-year contract mooted. Goal say it’s a done deal.
A medical in Lisbon is planned, as reported by the Mail.
And Sir Alex Ferguson has even thrown his weight behind the deal by contacting the player personally on Friday morning, according to MEN.
The forward, 36, said his goodbyes to his Juventus colleagues after informing coach Massimiliano Allegri of his decision to leave.
Allegri confirmed to reporters: “Yesterday Cristiano told me that he has no intention of continuing at Juventus. I am absolutely not disappointed. He has made his choice.”
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‘DONE DEAL’
Cristiano Ronaldo to Manchester United is reportedly a done deal!
That is according to Goal’s Juventus correspondent Romeo Agresti.
Man City pulled out earlier today and a Red Devils return has now reportedly been sealed for the 36-year-old.

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“My story at Real Madrid has been written. It’s been recorded. In words and numbers, in trophies and titles, in records and in headlines. It’s in the Museum at the Bernabeu Stadium and it’s also in the minds of every fan of the club.
“And beyond what I achieved, I remember that in those nine years I had a relationship of deep affection and respect for ‘merengue afición’, an affection and respect that I retain to this day, and that I will always cherish.
“I know that the true Real Madrid fans will continue to have me in their hearts, and I will have them in mine.
“As well as this most recent episode in Spain, there have been frequent news and stories associating me with a number of clubs in many different leagues, with nobody ever being concerned about trying to find out the actual truth.
“I’m breaking my silence now to say that I can’t allow people to keep playing around with my name.
“I remain focused on my career and in my work, committed and prepared for all the challenges that I have to face. Everything else? Everything else is just talk.”
CHANGE OF HEART
Cristiano Ronaldo posted this on Instagram just ten days ago.
But with a move to Manchester United reportedly on the cards, it appears the Portuguese superstar has had a change of heart.
He wrote: “Anyone who knows me is aware of how focused I am on my work.
“Less talk and more action, this has been my guiding motto since the start of my career.
“However, in view of everything that’s been said and written recently, I have to set out my position.
“More than the disrespect for me as a man and as a player, the frivolous way that my future is covered in the media is disrespectful to all the clubs involved in these rumours, as well as to their players and staff….
BACK RON
Manchester United have offered Cristiano Ronaldo a contract after he held talks with former boss and ‘father figure’ Sir Alex Ferguson, according to reports.
The Red Devils’ hierarchy have made a late bid to hijack that move, which led to City ending their pursuit for the star forward, and thus an epic return to Old Trafford is very much on the cards.
According to Manchester Evening News, Ferguson reached out to the Portugal international on Friday when it seemed like he will be moving to the Etihad.
And it seems like the legendary coach convinced him to snub the Citizens and consider a long-awaited homecoming. United‘s board is now reportedly trying to bring the 36-year-old back and have even drawn up a contract.
Ronaldo and Ferguson go way back as the 79-year-old Scot was the one that signed the Portuguese superstar back in 2003 from Sporting Lisbon.
The pair went on to win a total of three Premier League titles, one FA Cup as well as the 2008 Champions League.
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BREAKING!
Manchester United have launched an official bid to sensationally re-sign Cristiano Ronaldo with a medical targeted in Lisbon.
The Old Trafford legend informed current club Juventus of his desire to leave after three years in Italy.
Initially, his agent held talks with City over a possible move but the Premier League champions ruled themselves out without making an offer.
Attention then soon shifted to United after their manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer – Ronaldo’s former team-mate – opened the door for a transfer.
And according to Fabrizio Romano, Juve have received an offer from United, who are ready to find an agreement.
With Ronaldo hoping to resolve his future immediately, a medical is already planned for Lisbon, the Daily Mail report.
RON DECISION
With Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly heading to Manchester United rather than City, it’s fair to say this Red Devils fans may be regretting this decision.
Although it does appear to be this season’s shirt suggesting he’s bought the top and got Ronaldo printed on it just to burn it.
Make of that what you will…

MASSIVE SIGNING
With Manchester United seemingly leading the race to sign Cristiano Ronaldo, this Red Devils account is pretty excited by the prospect…
Man City are said to have pulled out leaving the path clear for Ronnie to return to his old club.
Ronaldo to Man United will…— bring us trophies— possibly get Pogba to sign a new deal— inspire Rashford, Greenwood, Sancho, etc— attract more big names— take us back to the pinnacle of English & European football— send a message to the worldMASSIVE signing. #MUFC— UtdFaithfuls (@UtdFaithfuls) August 27, 2021

HISTORY MAKER
Last season, Harry Kane racked up one of the biggest points totals in Dream Team history. After finishing as the Premier League’s top scorer and top assist-provider, the Spurs forward boasted a tally of 357 points.
Only eight players have achieved a greater season total in Dream Team’s long history. And right at the top of the list is none other than Cristiano Ronaldo.
In 2007/08, the Portuguese superstar amassed a frankly obscene 477 points – nobody else has breached the 400-point mark.
You may remember that season as the time Ronaldo first ascended to best-in-the-world status as he plundered 31 goals in 34 league games, breaking the record for most goals in a 38-game Premier League campaign at the time – a record that has since been taken by Mohamed Salah.
Mastering the role of the blistering inside forward from the right flank, the legendary No7 also scored three goals in the FA Cup and eight in a successful Champions League campaign for Man United, including a famous header in the final against Chelsea.
Ronaldo finished the season with 42 goals from 49 appearances, eight assists, and more Star Man awards than you could shake a Ballon d’Or at.
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GUNNAR APOLOGISE?
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says Rio Ferdinand was ‘out of order’ for his criticism of Phil Jones.
Ferdinand said that Jones should leave the club as he has had too many injuries and is taking up a place in the squad that one of the youth team players could have.
Solskjaer said: “I think what Rio said was out of order, completely. I know more than anyone how it feels to be injured.
“Phil has had a horrible 18, 19, 20 months and was troubled for a year before that with injuries.
“Phil’s still not 30, but since I came here he has battled against that knee injury and put his body on the line in every training session.
“He has never done anything but give everything for the club and Rio, he should no better than to go out and say this.”

BREAKING
Cristiano Ronaldo has told his agent Jorge Mendes that he wants to return to Manchester United.
The report comes from Fabrizio Romano, who adds that United are preparing a two-year deal for the forward, which will be sent in the “next few hours”.
Incredibly, he also claims Manchester City have never made CR7 an offer.
Cristiano Ronaldo told to Jorge Mendes he’s “open to join Manchester United” for incredible comeback. Contract to be sent in the next hours – Man Utd discussing with Cristiano and Mendes deal until June 2023. 🔴🇵🇹 #MUFCManchester City have never sent an official proposal.— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 27, 2021

ED-DING OUT?
Rubin Kazan have made an €18m offer for Celtic forward Odsonne Edouard, according to Sky Sports.
The Russians are proposing to pay the fee in three installments of €10m, €4m and €4m over 12 months.
Bordeaux are also willing to pay €18m for the player.
PEP IS COY
Pep Guardiola did not give a direct answer on whether or not he wants to sign Cristiano Ronaldo but he did not move out a rule wither.
CR7 looks destined to return to Manchester, with both City and United set to fight for his signature.
Asked about the possible signing, Guardiola said: “Ronaldo? Another striker?
“I cannot say much so Harry Kane announces continuing at his club so exceptional club like Tottenham and Cristiano was a Juventus player, I think he is a Juventus player and I cannot add anything else.
“Only I can say I think there is three or four days left anything can happen but in my personal view there are few players, CR is included and Messi, they decide where they are going to play.
“They lead in the negotiations and right now that is my feeling I am more delighted with the squad I have and we will say the same.”
DEENEY UPDATE
Watford have just released a statement about Troy Deeney’s future at Vicarage Road, saying that discussions are taking place between both parties to find a solution:
“Troy Deeney and senior Watford FC officials are currently discussing the best options for both parties for the season ahead.
“The striker has one year left on his current Hornets’ deal, and has featured twice from the bench so far this year during this, his 12th season at Vicarage Road.
“Given the significant mutual respect between the club captain and the Board, these discussions shall remain private and confidential.
“Neither the Board nor Head Coach Xisco Muñoz will offer further comment on this matter until a final decision has been reached.”
Troy Deeney and senior Watford FC officials are currently discussing the best options for both parties for the season ahead.More information ⤵️— Watford Football Club (@WatfordFC) August 27, 2021

RON HIS WAY BACK?
Manchester United have been in direct contact with Jorge Mendes since yesterday night for Cristiano Ronaldo comeback, according to Fabrizio Romano.
United are now said to be “seriously interested” in the forward along with rivals City.
And the United hierarchy are now seeking to do a deal with Juventus, with a transfer fee to be agreed.
Personal terms will also need to be confirmed before a potential glorious return to Old Trafford.

BREAKING
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has opened the door for a Cristiano Ronaldo return to Manchester United.
The Norwegian sang the forward’s praises before hinting at a possible move.
He also revealed that Ronaldo’s international team-mate, Bruno Fernandes, has been in touch with the Juventus star.
Solskjaer said: “I didn’t think Cristiano was going to leave Juventus. But if ever he is going to move away from Juventus he knows we are here.
“We’ve always had a good communication, Bruno has been talking to him as well. He knows how we feel about him.
“He is a legend of this club, the greatest players of all time if you ask me. So let’s see what happens with him.”

‘LET’S SEE WHAT HAPPENS’
Jurgen Klopp has had his say on the prospect of Cristiano Ronaldo returning to the Premier League.
And while he is excited to see CR7 in action, he is certain Manchester City are viewing the forward as a short-term option, given his age.
He said: “Cristiano Ronaldo to Man City? I watch that like a football supporter actually. Let’s see what happens.
“If other clubs can do things for this, it’s not a business for the future – it is for now and immediately – some clubs work like that.”
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