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MAN UTD target Saul Niguez is reportedly determined to leave Atletico Madrid this summer.Meanwhile the Red Devils will be able to sign Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund for £81.5m, according to reports.
And West Ham will step up their bid for Jesse Lingard following his England heartache, SunSport can exclusively reveal.
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IT KANE HAPPEN
Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand believes Red Devils stars will be asking Harry Kane for his thoughts about a potential move to Old Trafford during England’s Euro 2020 preparations.
“Yeah that happens. That happened when I went to the World Cup with Nicky Butt, Becks [David Beckham] in the United team. Talked about me coming to United.
“That was speculation in the paper. That happens, every tournament, every get together. Players talking to players. I’m sure managers have said ‘speak to him for me and find out what he’s like’.
“Butt just said to me ‘would you come United?’. And I said ‘yeah I would. I want to win trophies’. That probably filtered back to the manager, they know if they want to make a bid or not. That’s how it works.
“All players are like fans. If you were in a squad with a player who you think is brilliant and you want him to come to your club you’d be saying ‘come on, mate. Come to us. Get on to your club and your agent and try to manoeuvre a move to get to us”
SANCHO BOOST
Manchester United are likely to sign Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho for nearly £30million less than he’d have cost last summer.
Dortmund demanded £108m for Sancho last year and United refused to match that asking price.
According to the Daily Mirror, however, this time around the Red Devils look set to finally secure their target.
Dortmund are reportedly set to accept £81.5m for the 21-year-old England international
HAALAND RECAP
Just to remind you of how things stand regarding Borussia Dortmund superstar Erling Haaland.
Chelsea have apparently made Haaland their top transfer target this summer with the Dortmund forward keen on a move to Stamford Bridge.
The Blues are looking to challenge for the Premier League title next season after winning the Champions League.
However, the north Londoners and every other suitor will have to cough up a whopping £150million for the Norway international
HAAL IN
Borussia Dortmund star Erling Haaland is reportedly keen to leave the Bundesliga outfit.
According to the Daily Telegraph, Haaland would be open to holding talks over a potential move to another elite club.
The star striker has been linked with Manchester United as well as Chelsea, Manchester City, Barcelona and Real Madrid.
Dortmund are open to offers in the region of £150million in the summer transfer window.
POINT BREAK
THE Big Six have accepted Prem fines of just £3.5m each for their part in the breakaway plot.
But Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Spurs and the two Manchester giants have agreed they would face £20m fines AND 30-point deductions if they joined any future rebel scheme.
The decision, likely to be fiercely contested by the 14 clubs left out of the coup attempt, is League chief Richard Masters’ attempt to draw a line under the debacle.
Masters, who enlisted the backing of PM Boris Johnson to help foil the breakaway in the space of 48 tumultuous hours, dismissed all calls for points deductions for the Six.
He also recognises that, for all their plotting, the Big Six remain the driving force of the Prem’s global success story.
And by getting them to sign up to future draconian penalties, Masters and fellow League bosses believe they have put the Super League genie back in the bottle for ever.

DAVID DE STAYA
David de Gea expects to stay at Manchester United next season and be Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s No1.
The Spanish keeper has had a mixed campaign while fighting it out with Dean Henderson for the starting spot.
The 30-year-old won the race to start in the Europa League final last month against Villarreal, but flopped in the penalty shootout.
But SunSport understands De Gea believes his future still lies at Old Trafford beyond the summer.
Solskjaer has been weighing up his goalkeeper options for next year, with one of the Spaniard or Henderson facing the possible axe.
It is believed Tom Heaton is being signed to come in as back-up from Aston Villa on a free transfer.
And De Gea reckons he will be first choice, despite mixed fortunes at United over the past few months.

RON WAY BACK?
Glamour model Katrina Maria has urged Manchester United to bring back Cristiano Ronaldo amid uncertainty over his future.
The 29-year-old shared snaps of herself wearing a United shirt with the Portugal international’s name on the back to her 87,000 Instagram followers.
Captioning the upload, she said: “It would be legendary if Ronaldo returned back home one day.”

THAT’S SAUL FOLKS
Atletico Madrid have reportedly offered Saul Niguez in exchange for Manchester City ace Bernardo Silva in a blow to Manchester United.
The Red Devils have long targeted the Spanish midfielder.
But Atletico’s desire to sign Silva could send Saul to United‘s rivals.
According to The Times, Atletico are willing to send club stalwart Saul in a direct swap for City star Silva – in a move that could benefit both clubs in terms of Financial Fair Play.
And the transfer could also work out well for both players
Saul, 26, has been a key man for Simeone over the years, playing 337 times for his boyhood club.

PRICE IS WHITE
Manchester United, Arsenal and Liverpool have been warned Ben White will cost £50million, according to reports.
The Brighton defender, 23, enjoyed a fine debut Premier League season this term.
And he was rewarded for his form by replacing the injured Trent Alexander-Arnold in England’s final 26-man squad for Euro 2020.
Brighton are unsurprisingly desperate to keep hold of the Three Lions star beyond this summer.
And to do so, the Seagulls have slapped a £50m price tag on the Dorset-born defender – as we revealed they would do back in October.

HOLA JADON
Jadon Sancho is interested in a move to LaLiga, according to reports.
The Borussia Dortmund winger, 21, looks on course to leave the German club this summer.
Manchester United are desperate to land the star, especially now Dortmund have lowered their asking price to £80million.
But according to The Times, Sancho wants to try his luck in Spain.
Barcelona and Real Madrid are the traditional big hitters of LaLiga, although Atletico Madrid did win the league this season.
The Nou Camp or Bernabeu would be the more likely options for the winger.
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VAN DE BEEK REACTS
Manchester United defender Donny van de Beek has given his reaction to being ruled out of Euro 2020 after suffering an injury while training with the Netherlands national team.

BELLERIN TO ALLOW TRIPPIER MOVE
Arsenal have told all parties interested in Hector Bellerin they must cough up at least £20million for the Spaniard.
And with Atletico Madrid waiting to pounce, it could see Kieran Trippier move to Manchester United.
Atletico were said to be considering a swap deal involving Trippier and Bellerin.
But SunSport exclusively revealed this week Trippier has told his England team-mates he wants to move to Old Trafford.
As a result, Atletico have been told to cough up the dough if they want to bring Bellerin back to his homeland to replace Trippier, according to CBS.

HAMMER TIME
West Ham will step up their bid for Jesse Lingard following his England heartache.
Lingard’s failure to make the Euro 2020 squad has been a blow to the forward who enjoyed a hugely impressive loan spell with the Hammers last season.
But being released from international duty means West Ham boss David Moyes is hopeful a permanent deal from parent club Manchester United can soon be concluded.
A club insider said: “Jesse knows we want him, so hopefully the club will pursue him in the next month or so.”

FIVE YEARS OF ERIC BAILLY

LIONS READY TO ROAR
Marcus Rashford and Raheem Sterling are set to ‘explode’ into life for England at this summer’s European Championship, according to Roy Keane.
Both Three Lions stars endured a slight slump in form last season.
Sterling, 26, scored just ten goals – less than half of his 2019-20 – tally, with emerging superstar Phil Foden often preferred by Pep Guardiola.
Rashford, too, saw his goal-scoring tally dip from 17 to 11 in the Premier League.
But Manchester United icon Keane reckons that bodes well for England with Rashford, 23, and Sterling set to take out their frustrations on their Euro 2020 rivals.
Keane said: “Sometimes you look at players who have had a quiet spell – quiet because they’ve set such high standards.
“Rashford and Sterling, for example. But I think that is a good thing. You’re going into the tournament going ‘these lads are ready to explode’.
“Gareth [Southgate] definitely likes Rashford and Sterling.”

DONNY DONE
Donny van de Beek is out of the Euros due to injury.
The Manchester United and Netherlands midfielder, 24, did not feature in either warm-up friendly against Scotland or Georgia ahead of the tournament.
And he trained separate from the rest of the team on Monday.
Now the KNVB have confirmed Van de Beek is ‘struggling with an injury’ and has been ruled out.
United team-mate Marcus Rashford sent a message of support for his pal.
The England forward tweeted: “sorry mate @Donny_beek6 take some time for yourself and keep your head high x”
Manager Frank de Boer will not call up a replacement to fill his spot in the 26-man squad.

THAT’S SAUL FOLKS
Atletico Madrid have reportedly offered Saul Niguez in exchange for Manchester City ace Bernardo Silva in a blow to Manchester United.
The Red Devils have long targeted the Spanish midfielder.
But Atletico’s desire to sign Silva could send Saul to United‘s rivals.
According to The Times, Atletico are willing to send club stalwart Saul in a direct swap for City star Silva – in a move that could benefit both clubs in terms of Financial Fair Play.
And the transfer could also work out well for both players
Saul, 26, has been a key man for Simeone over the years, playing 337 times for his boyhood club.

VAR VAR VOOM
England striker Marcus Rashford has named France star Raphael Varane as the toughest defender he has faced.
The Manchester United ace, 23, is currently preparing to represent the Three Lions at the European Championship.
And he was quick to name Varane along with Liverpool’s Netherlands star Virgil van Dijk and Madrid legend Sergio Ramos.
Rashford responded: “That is a tough question, Daniel.
“I think an individual is different to a unit. Some teams defend really well as units and it’s teams like Burnley, for example, who do everything as a four.
“So if one pushes up, they all push up. If one drops, they all drop. It can be, at times, difficult to find space.
“But then there are some top individual defenders – Van Dijk, Ramos.
“I thought, when we played against Real Madrid in a friendly, that Varane played and he was quite tough. So there are a few people.”

TUCH & GO
Erling Haaland has reportedly handed Chelsea a major transfer boost with the striker keen on a move.
The Borussia Dortmund star is one of the most wanted players in Europe this summer.
Thomas Tuchel’s side are locked in a transfer tussle for his signature alongside both Manchester clubs and Real Madrid.
Dortmund are willing to listen to offers in the region of £150million this summer.
That is because his bargain £68m release clause will come into effect by the end of next campaign.
According to the Telegraph, Haaland would be open to holding talks over a potential switch to the European champions.

HAMMER TIME
West Ham will step up their bid for Jesse Lingard following his England heartache.
Lingard’s failure to make the Euro 2020 squad has been a blow to the forward who enjoyed a hugely impressive loan spell with the Hammers last season.
But being released from international duty means West Ham boss David Moyes is hopeful a permanent deal from parent club Manchester United can soon be concluded.
A club insider said: “Jesse knows we want him, so hopefully the club will pursue him in the next month or so.”

ONE LAST GDANSK
Dan James is out to banish the painful memory of Manchester United’s Europa League final heartache at the Euros.
The Wales winger, 23, scored a penalty in the Red Devils’ 11-10 shoot-out defeat to Villarreal last month.
But James admitted he and his potless United team-mates were left ‘gutted’ after returning from Poland empty-handed.
Now the prospect of a first Euro finals appearance in Saturday’s Group A opener with Switzerland in Baku is driving him on again.
James said: “It was gutting for all of us really. For me and a lot of the other players it’s not the end of our season. In football you just have to get back up and get on with it.
“Thankfully we don’t have to wait until next season to do that and we can go into the Euros and a different environment and look forward to getting back out on the pitch which is what we all want as players.”

GOOD MORNING MAN UTD FANS
Manchester United have brought in highly-rated coach Justin Cochrane as head of player development and coaching for the academy.
Cochrane has been snapped up after impressing with The FA.
West Ham are set to step up their bid to land United’s Jesse Lingard after his Euro 2020 frustration.
The Reds’ hopes of signing Saul Niguez have suffered a blow with Atletico Madrid ready to use him as part exchange for Manchester City’s Bernardo Silva.
Long-term target Jadon Sancho is reportedly interested in a move to Spain this summer.
Donny van de Beek will miss Euro 2020 after being forced to leave the Netherlands squad due to injury.
And the Red Devils have failed in their bid to land Atalanta defender Cristian Romero.
HAMMER TIME
West Ham will step up their bid for Jesse Lingard following his England heartache.
Lingard’s failure to make the Euro 2020 squad has been a blow to the forward who enjoyed a hugely impressive loan spell with the Hammers last season.
But being released from international duty means David Moyes is hopeful a permanent deal from parent club Manchester United can soon be concluded.
A club insider said: “Jesse knows we want him, so hopefully the club will pursue him in the next month or so.”
Lingard , 28, hit nine goals after joining West Ham on loan in January.
JUST THE JOB
Manchester United have landed highly-rated coach Justin Cochrane.
The Red Devils have brought in Cochrane as head of player development and coaching for the academy.
Cochrane has moved to Old Trafford after impressing with The FA as England Under-17 lead coach and youth development phase lead.
The 39-year-old will focus on developing United’s players between the Under-17 and Under-23 age group.
Cochrane told the Manchester United website: “Joining such a world-renowned academy system is an extremely proud moment and I cannot wait to get started in this new and exciting role.
“From the first conversations, I could see the depth of top level coaching talent that is already in place at the club.
“I look forward to working with each of them to provide the right environment for our players to thrive and continue the phenomenal record of developing players for Manchester United’s first team.”
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MAN UTD target Saul Niguez is reportedly determined to leave Atletico Madrid this summer.Meanwhile the Red Devils will be able to sign Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund for £81.5m, according to reports.
And West Ham will step up their bid for Jesse Lingard following his England heartache, SunSport can exclusively reveal.
Lingard’s failure to make the Euro 2020 squad has been a blow to the forward who enjoyed a hugely impressive loan spell with the Hammers last season.
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HAMMER TIME
West Ham will step up their bid for Jesse Lingard following his England heartache.
Lingard’s failure to make the Euro 2020 squad has been a blow to the forward who enjoyed a hugely impressive loan spell with the Hammers last season.
But being released from international duty means David Moyes is hopeful a permanent deal from parent club Manchester United can soon be concluded.
A club insider said: “Jesse knows we want him, so hopefully the club will pursue him in the next month or so.”
Lingard , 28, hit nine goals after joining West Ham on loan in January.
JUST THE JOB
Manchester United have landed highly-rated coach Justin Cochrane.
The Red Devils have brought in Cochrane as head of player development and coaching for the academy.
Cochrane has moved to Old Trafford after impressing with The FA as England Under-17 lead coach and youth development phase lead.
The 39-year-old will focus on developing United’s players between the Under-17 and Under-23 age group.
Cochrane told the Manchester United website: “Joining such a world-renowned academy system is an extremely proud moment and I cannot wait to get started in this new and exciting role.
“From the first conversations, I could see the depth of top level coaching talent that is already in place at the club.
“I look forward to working with each of them to provide the right environment for our players to thrive and continue the phenomenal record of developing players for Manchester United’s first team.”
HIGHWAY TO VAL
Ex-Manchester United striker James Wilson has signed for Port Vale.
The forward spent last season at League Two Salford City – who are owned by the Class of ‘92.
Wilson, 25, found the net seven times for the Ammies but he was released after they missed out on promotion.
Now he will be hoping to go one better by firing Port Vale into the third tier over the coming 12 months.
The Valiants confirmed his arrival earlier today, announcing the ace had penned a two-year contract.
WAYNE’S WORLD
Wayne and Coleen Rooney managed to get away on holiday just before Covid restrictions tightened – joined by a string of former team-mates and their wives. 
The Rooneys were pictured smiling during a sunshine break in Portugal where the pair holidayed with three of Wayne’s old pals.
Among those was Leicester star Jonny Evans – club-mate of Jamie Vardy whose wife Rebekah is locked in a Wag war with Coleen. 
Coleen flew out last week with husband Wayne, 35, days before the country was moved back on to the amber list by the UK Government.
The pair were later joined by Evans and his wife Helen McConnell, ex-Manchester United star Ashley Young and partner Nicky Pike, as well as Tom Cleverley and wife Georgina.
The Rooneys jetted off with old team-mates Jonny Evans, Tom Cleverly, Ashley Young and their families
OOH FRIENDS

THAT’S SAUL FOLKS
Atletico Madrid have reportedly offered Saul Niguez in exchange for Manchester City ace Bernardo Silva in a blow to Manchester United.
The Red Devils have long targeted the Spanish midfielder.
But Atletico’s desire to sign Silva could send Saul to United’s rivals.
According to The Times, Atletico are willing to send club stalwart Saul in a direct swap for City star Silva – in a move that could benefit both clubs in terms of Financial Fair Play.
And the transfer could also work out well for both players
Saul, 26, has been a key man for Simeone over the years, playing 337 times for his boyhood club.
Saul Niguez recently celebrated winning his first LaLiga title
LIONS READY TO ROAR
Marcus Rashford and Raheem Sterling are set to ‘explode’ into life for England at this summer’s European Championship, according to Roy Keane.
He said: “Sometimes you look at players who have had a quiet spell; quiet because they’ve set such high standards.
“Rashford and Sterling, for example.
“But I think that is a good thing. You’re going into the tournament going ‘these lads are ready to explode’.
“Gareth [Southgate] definitely likes Rashford and Sterling.”
LOVE CRUZ
Simply irresistible…
Melanie Da Cruz, 30, is the gorgeous wife of Manchester United and France forward Anthony Martial.
The blonde bombshell made her name on French TV and has been dating the Red Devils star since 2016.
However, their romance began in controversial circumstances when Martial dumped his then girlfriend Samantha Jacquelinet in 2016 and soon shacked up with Da Cruz.
In 2018, they welcomed their first child together – a boy called Swan.
However, just months after Da Cruz gave birth Martial was alleged to have cheated on her with a French model.
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Melanie Da Cruz is the gorgeous wife of Anthony Martial
PAUL OF DUTY
What a goal this was from Paul Pogba against Fulham earlier in the season.

JUMP ON JACK
Man City want to sign Aston Villa star Jack Grealish this summer, according to reports.
Pep Guardiola is eager to strengthen his side, following their Champions League final disappointment.
Finding a new striker to replace Sergio Aguero is key to City’s agenda.
But securing Grealish’s signature is of ‘equal’ importance, according to ESPN.
They also claim that Guardiola is insistent that City must pounce on Grealish ahead of rivals Manchester United, should Villa be willing to do business.
The Midlanders are believed to value their captain at around £100million.
City have been ‘encouraged’ that a deal could be done by Villa’s £33m acquisition of Norwich’s fellow creator Emi Buendia.
HOLA JADON
Jadon Sancho is interested in a move to LaLiga, according to reports.
The Borussia Dortmund winger, 21, looks on course to leave the German club this summer.
Manchester United are desperate to land the star, especially now Dortmund have lowered their asking price to £80million.
But according to The Times, Sancho wants to try his luck in Spain.
Barcelona and Real Madrid are the traditional big hitters of LaLiga, although Atletico Madrid did win the league this season.
The Nou Camp or Bernabeu would be the more likely options for the winger.
CHRIS OF LIFE
Former Manchester United defender Chris Smalling and his wife are convinced they spotted a UFO in Jamaica.
Smalling’s partner Sam revealed their experience on Instagram that started: “‘Ok so I promise we weren’t on magic mushrooms or anything but me and @smalling saw the craziest UFO last night!
“Not like a quick few seconds sighting of something high in the sky that could have enough a plane!
“It flew down low past us and then turned and shot back high up in the sky where it stayed for an hour (maybe longer but we had to leave) it was too small to get on film when it stayed stationed in the sky although Chris could see it rotating with lights flashing all around it, (I could only see the outer lights at this point as my eyes aren’t as good).
“We could have got it on camera when it was flying by us as it was clear to see but we were both too gobsmacked to get our cameras out.
“Plus we didn’t want to look away and miss whatever it was. It looked massive. It didn’t look like your typical ufo sightings. It was totally silent.”
ROO MOON RISING
Wayne Rooney will make his playing comeback in the 2021 edition of Soccer Aid.
The popular charity match is set to take place on Saturday, September 4 in front of what could be a full house at Manchester City’s Etihad Stadium.
The Derby manager, 35, was part of the England coaching team in last year’s match as fans raised a record £9.3million for Unicef.
And he will feature alongside Manchester United alumni Paul Scholes and Gary Neville plus Jamie Redknapp, Fara Williams, David James, Ashley Cole, Kelly Smith and Emile Heskey for the home team.
Jamaican sprint legend Usain Bolt is signed up to the World XI side with Roberto Carlos and Patrice Evra.
Rooney said: “Pulling on an England shirt is always special, so I’m absolutely delighted to be doing that again in Soccer Aid for Unicef this September.”

THE REAL DON
Man Utd midfielder Donny van de Beek has been ruled out of Euro 2020 through injury.
The Dutch international’s injury caps off a difficult season where he has struggled first starts under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
A statement from the Holland National team said: “Donny van de Beek misses EURO 2020. Van de Beek has to let the European Championship pass by.
“The midfielder is struggling with an injury. As a result, he is not available in time for EURO 2020.
“Frank de Boer will not call a replacement for Van de Beek. Get well soon, Donny!”
BOO ARE YA?
Rio Ferdinand has slammed fans who boo England players taking the knee as ‘ignorant’.
A number of supporters at the Three Lions’ Euro 2020 warm-up friendlies jeered the pre-game gesture.
Ferdinand told his YouTube channel: “These fans, these ignorant people going to these games, they haven’t got a clue.
“They don’t know what the players are kneeling for. It’s not a political stance.
“All these people saying, ‘BLM is a political movement’ – [the knee] is nothing to do with [BLM]. So take that out of your mind.”
CRIS OF DEATH
Manchester United have failed in their £39m bid to land Cristian Romero, reports say.
Italian club Atalanta are holding out for £52m for the Argentine defender.
Tuttosport in Italy claim that Romero, 23, is not ‘indispensable’ to the Serie A side and they could look to sell.
The report also adds that negotiations aren’t currently active but United are lining up a bid.
The Italian side are reportedly planning to make Romero’s from Juventus permanent for £21.5m before cashing in on his services.
They could then look to sell Romero for £39m and make a huge profit.
And the Red Devils are said to be leading the race for the Argentina international’s signature.

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JUVE GOT CHOICES
Cristiano Ronaldo’s representatives have reportedly contacted Manchester United, Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain over a potential summer switch.
The 36-year-old is continuing discussions with his club Juventus and has just a year left on his deal there.
But according to ESPN his team are ‘continuing to gauge interest from some of Europe’s top clubs’.
Ronaldo scored 36 goals in 44 games in all competitions for Juve last season, but the Italian giants finished 13 points behind champs Inter Milan.
They only guaranteed a Champions League spot on the final game of the season with a 4-1 win away at Bologna.
And while the Old Lady did win the Coppa Italia, it is expected new boss Massimiliano Allegri will switch up his squad this summer.
ESPN adds that Ronaldo’s team have spoken to Allegri, but that no decision on his future will be made until after Euro 2020 where he captains Portugal.
Cristiano Ronaldo won the Coppa Italia with Juventus – but could make a move this summer
PRICE IS WHITE
Manchester United and Arsenal have been warned Ben White will cost £50million, according to reports.
The Brighton defender, 23, enjoyed a fine debut Premier League season this term.
And he was rewarded for his form by replacing the injured Trent Alexander-Arnold in England’s final 26-man squad for Euro 2020.
Brighton are unsurprisingly desperate to keep hold of the Three Lions star beyond this summer.
And to do so, the Daily Mail say the Seagulls have slapped a £50m price tag on the Dorset-born defender.
United continue their hunt for a long-term partner for Harry Maguire with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer keen to cement a solid defensive pairing this summer.
And Arsenal have lost David Luiz so may well be on the hunt for a new centre-back – but cannot offer European football next term.
Chelsea, Tottenham, Liverpool, Roma, Paris Saint-Germain and Borussia Dortmund have all also been linked with White.

GOOD MORNING RED DEVILS FANS
Manchester United are rumoured to be getting closer to signing Jadon Sancho, with reports suggesting the German club will now accept £80million for the England winger.
They are also believed to be keen on signing Atletico Madrid star Kieran Trippier, although Arsenal’s alleged interest could scupper a potential deal for the right-back.
And the Red Devils have been linked with England U16 captain Josh Feeney from Fleetwood Town, with Aston Villa also said to be monitoring the youngster.
United and England fans alike will be delighted to see Harry Maguire running again in training, yet he remains a doubt for the Euros opener against Croatia.
One United player who is more confident about playing this summer is Paul Pogba, who believes France are in with a great chance of winning the tournament.
Pogba told Eurosport: “We have a PlayStation team but it will remain a PlayStation team if we don’t win a trophy.
“Being world champions and having a team like that, we will be expected to do even more.
“We must remain humble. I want to give this message: it’s not a foregone conclusion. We hear a lot of talk but we keep our feet on the ground.”
XCLUSIVE – KEN LAWRENCE
Daniel Levy will demand a cash-only deal for star striker Harry Kane.
The Tottenham chairman wants at least £150million for his England captain – if he is prepared to let him leave at all, that is.
But he is definitely not interested in ‘cast-offs’ as part of a player-exchange deal for the 27-year-old.

EXCLUSIVE – TEDDY SHERINGHAM INTERVIEW
When we think of Euro ’96, several beautiful images come to mind – Gazza’s goal, Pearce’s ­penalty and all of the win against Holland.
But two unpleasant images pop up too – one being a heartbroken Gareth Southgate after his penalty miss in the semi-final against Germany.
And, from a month or so before that, the photos of the infamous night out in Hong Kong.
Teddy Sheringham, his clothes inexplicably in shreds, was one of many faces staring out of our front pages along with a spirit-soaked Gazza, obviously enjoying an almighty pre-tournament bender.
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GOOD STINT FOR ETHAN
Ethan Laird has been discussing his future following his recent loan spell at MK Dons.
The 19-year-old defender made 24 League One appearances for the Buckinghamshire side after making the move in January.
Speaking about his future to the club’s media team, Laird said: “Who knows, I can’t really give you a set answer on my future just yet, but I know that my long-term aim is to establish myself with United.
“Let’s just see what happens in the summer.”
WHEN ROONEY RULED EUROPE
It’s been SEVENTEEN years since Wayne Rooney took international football by storm at Euro 2004.
The then 18-year-old scored four goals and got England fans dreaming of glory with some superb performances – persuading Alex Ferguson to sign him for United.
Injury in the quarter-final against Portugal ended his nation’s chances – but most still remember it as Rooney’s finest summer in an England shirt.

ICYMI – CAPTAIN RASHFORD
Marcus Rashford captained England for the first time today in their Euro 2020 warm up match against Romania.
And the 23-year-old marked the occasion with a second-half goal from the penalty spot.
He is the 11th player to be granted the honour by Gareth Southgate.
Captain Harry Kane was rested for Sunday’s match, allowing Rashford to don the armband in his 41st England cap.
Luke Shaw also featured in the match as did transfer target Jadon Sancho, but Harry Maguire was absent once more.
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TOTTENHAM are believed to be ready to sell Harry Kane for £150m – but they’ll only take cash.Spurs chairman Daniel Levy is said to not be willing to accept any offer that contains players in exchange.
Meanwhile, Billy Gilmour is considering a loan move from Chelsea to give his career a kick-start, as exclusively reported by SunSport.
The Scotland midfielder has played just two-and-a-half Premier League games since new head coach Thomas Tuchel took over in January.
Meanwhile PSG are in talks with Lionel Messi over a possible transfer from Barcelona, the club president has implied.
Nasser Al Khelaifi said: “I am not talking about ongoing negotiations.”

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HAMMER TIME
West Ham will step up their bid for Jesse Lingard following his England heartache.
Lingard’s failure to make the Euro 2020 squad has been a blow to the forward who enjoyed a hugely impressive loan spell with the Hammers last season.
But being released from international duty means David Moyes is hopeful a permanent deal from parent club Manchester United can soon be concluded.
A club insider said: “Jesse knows we want him, so hopefully the club will pursue him in the next month or so.”
Lingard , 28, hit nine goals after joining West Ham on loan in January.
WAG TO RICHES
David Wagner is on the brink of replacing Sam Allardyce as West Brom’s new boss.
The 49-year-old German reportedly put pen-to-paper on a deal, ending the Baggies’ search for a new manager.
Wagner impressed at Huddersfield, where he won promotion to the Premier League following a play-off penalty shoot-out win against Reading at Wembley in 2018.
He was also crowned the Championship manager of the year for his achievements.
Wagner then topped that by keeping the Terriers in the Premier League despite the odds being stacked against them.
Chris Wilder held talks with the Baggies but Wagner is poised to return to English football.

FETCH THE BILL
Billy Gilmour is considering a loan move from Chelsea to give his career a kick-start.
The Scotland midfielder has played just two-and-a-half Premier League games since new head coach Thomas Tuchel took over in January.
It was feared the lack of match time would end up costing him a place with the Scots at Euro 2020 at one point.
The teenager has been hailed as one of the brightest talents to emerge from Chelsea’s academy in recent years.

And he is now pondering whether to follow in the footsteps of team-mate Mason Mount by heading out for a season to mature and play more first team football.
Gilmour hopes a good showing at the Euros will attract a top flight club to offer a loan spell with the realistic chance of more game time.
STERLING EFFORT
Raheem Sterling is going into the Euros with a smile on his face despite Manchester City’s Champions League defeat.
The forward claims he has put the loss in Porto behind him and is excited ahead of Sunday’s opener against Croatia at Wembley.
The England attacker said: “Honestly, I can’t wait. I actually can’t wait. It’s been a long season but I’m here with England now.
“It’s been a good season with Man City, we’ve won some trophies. I am disappointed that we didn’t get the Champions League.
“I’m playing at Wembley, the team’s playing at Wembley.
“For me, this is what dreams are made of and I’m just going into this with a lovely mindset.”
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EURO VAN
Holland will get a helping hand from Virgil van Dijk at Euro 2020 despite the Liverpool star’s injury absence.
Out of action since October due to an serious knee ligament injury, the 29-year-old will not feature on the pitch for his country.
But he has reportedly answered the call to form part of Frank de Boer’s backroom team.
Van Dijk will offer his insight as an unofficial member of staff throughout the competition.
TUCH AND GO
Erling Haaland has handed Chelsea a boost by reportedly showing an interest in a move to Stamford Bridge.
The Champions League winners have made the striker a key priority this summer and are ready to break the bank to land him.
Thomas Tuchel’s side are locked in a transfer tussle for his signature alongside both Manchester clubs and Real Madrid.
Dortmund are willing to listen to offers in the region of £150million this summer.
That is because his bargain £68m release clause will come into effect by the end of next campaign.
STEPH’S STRESS
Steph Catley has revealed that her debut Arsenal season has been the most difficult in her career so far due to a series of injuries.
The 27-year-old told My Football: “It’s definitely been the hardest year of my football career.
“The injuries just kept coming and I couldn’t find the answers. But I found strength in myself I didn’t know I had and also strength in my relationships with the people around me.
“I learnt to lean on people and overall I feel like I’ve come out the other side of it all a much better athlete.
“I’m better at preparing, I feel stronger physically and mentally and just have a real appreciation for being out on the field every day doing what I love.
“I’m feeling really good. My body feels strong and I’ve been back on the field for the last few months now so I’ve got a good amount of load back there too.
“But mentally I feel really fresh and just excited to be on the field every single day.”
SHAQ YER BAGS
Xherdan Shaqiri is set to quit Liverpool this summer with Lazio interested, according to reports.
The Swiss midfielder, 29, has been little more than a bit-part player under Jurgen Klopp in recent seasons.
And now Shaqiri could finally quit Anfield with Lazio set to swoop if Maurizio Sarri takes over at the Italian giants.
Lazio are currently without a boss after Simone Inzaghi took over from Antonio Conte at Inter Milan.
Sarri has been out of work since leaving Juventus after just one season, in 2019-20.
But he’s hotly linked with taking over at Lazio – who finished sixth in Serie A last season.
Should he arrive, transfer expert Nicolo Schira has revealed Shaqiri could be one of his top targets.
TOP OF THE BIL
EXCLUSIVE – Sam Johnstone is so chilled he would treat the Euros exactly like a night game at Barnsley.
At least that is what Slaven Bilic believes following the keeper’s classy England debut in Sunday’s 1-0 friendly win over Romania.
Bilic said: “Sam is not a loud guy. He is very calm and doesn’t speak a lot. He is one of those guys that gives you confidence with his calmness.
“He is relaxed but not sleepy. He is totally in a zone and in the beginning I was telling him to be louder.
“But after that, I noticed he is one of those who can calm a team down with his attitude. He is not fazed. For him it would be the same if it were a Monday night in Barnsley or a match at Euro 2020.
“It comes from your character but also from when you are at a big club and always being scrutinised.”
HEC OF A MOVE
Villarreal have reportedly made an offer to sign Arsenal right-back Hector Bellerin.
According to Di Marzio, Unai Emery is looking to be reunited with the Spain international.
It’s understood that Bellerin is keen to depart the Emirates after ten years left at the Emirates.
And Villarreal would be able to offer the defender Champions League football having won the Europa League.
MAKING A MARC
Marcelo Bielsa dropped a big hint over his Leeds future by ditching the beach to coach a local U11’s side.
While a new deal is seen as a formality, the Argentine is yet to sign up for at least one more year at Elland Road.
Bielsa gave a blunt ‘no’ when asked by SunSport towards the end of the season if he had any holiday plans this summer.
And, true to his word, the 65-year-old has remained in Yorkshire to pass on his wisdom on to a group of local kids.
Bielsa was spotted putting them through their paces on Monday night – though how they understood his broken English is anyone’s guess.
Fan @Tonylufc28 tweeted: “He’s just an incredible human being. He’s here for the long term, that’s for sure. Feel blessed to have him at our club.”
While another supporter wrote: “Quality from Bielsa. I bet that was one of the best training sessions them lads will have. The man lives and breathes football and is a genius.”

CAL OF DUTY
Chelsea star Callum Hudson-Odoi has hinted that he is open to switching his international allegiance to Ghana in the future.
The 20-year-old is still eligible to represent the West African nation despite being capped three times at senior level by England.
As reported by Joy Sports, he said: “I think obviously when you’re young, you have the opportunity to play for England throughout all the years, from under 15 to under 16 all the way up.
“When they obviously gave me the opportunity to come I was in the country already.
“It’s something that I already had in my mind, set on already playing for England.”
“So it was the thing obviously choosing Ghana or England, and at the end of the day I said I always had the right people around me who always advise me – what’s right, what’s wrong. England came and I said ‘Yeah, let me go and play for my country.
“But I said Ghana is my home as well, so we’ll see, we’ll see. You’ll never know, so.”
KYL-ING TIME
Kylian Mbappe is reportedly unhappy with club chairman Nasser Al-Khelaifi’s claims that he will ‘never Paris Saint-Germain.
The striker has been linked with the likes of Real Madrid and Liverpool, with just a year left on his contract.
But Al-Khelaifi has shot down reports linking the French ace with a move away.
He told L’Equipe: “I will be clear. Mbappe is going to stay in Paris.
“We will never sell him and he will never leave on a free. Mbappe has everything he needs in Paris.”
But according to Spanish TV station El Chiringuito, Mbappe is not impressed with what he heard.
And they report that Real Madrid now thing the 22-year-old will NOT renew his contact with PSG.
THAT’S SAUL FOLKS
Atletico Madrid have reportedly offered Saul Niguez in exchange for Manchester City ace Bernardo Silva in a blow to Manchester United.
The Red Devils have long targeted the Spanish midfielder.
But Atletico’s desire to sign Silva could send Saul to United’s rivals.
According to The Times, Atletico are willing to send club stalwart Saul in a direct swap for City star Silva – in a move that could benefit both clubs in terms of Financial Fair Play.
And the transfer could also work out well for both players
Saul, 26, has been a key man for Simeone over the years, playing 337 times for his boyhood club.
Saul Niguez recently celebrated winning his first LaLiga title
LOR THE ONE
Liverpool have made a £25.8million bid for Roma midfielder Lorenzo Pellegrini to replace Georginio Wijnaldum, according to reports.
Jurgen Klopp is preparing for life without the Dutch star after they failed to agree to terms on a contract extension.
Wijnaldum was expected to join Barcelona before Paris Saint-Germain blew them out of the water with an 11th hour offer TWICE the value of the LaLiga giants.
Liverpool are now looking at ideal replacements for the Kop icon.
And Corriere dello Sport claim the Reds have launched a £25.8m bid for Pellegrini.
The 17-cap Italy star, 24, scored 11 times and added a further nine assists for Roma last season.
Liverpool reportedly want Lorenzo Pellegrini to replace Georginio Wijnaldum in a £25.8m deal
HAK OF THE NET
Arsenal are reportedly considering making an offer for AC Milan star Hakan Calhanoglu if they miss out on Martin Odegaard.
Arsenal are waiting to hear whether the 22-year-old Dane features in Carlo Ancelotti’s first-team plans.
But according to CBS Sports reporter James Benge, the Londoners have shortlisted an alternative in Calhanoglu, 27.
He posted on Twitter: “Arsenal still retain strong interest in Martin Odegaard.
“What sort of deal can be done there [if any] will depend on decision of new Real Madrid coaching staff and Florentino Perez.
“Another target who Arsenal are understood to have broached internally is Hakan Calhanoglu, out of contract with AC Milan this summer.
“He is an option, not clear how high on the list he might be but expectation is he’s an alternative to Odegaard.”
Hakan Calhanoglu is reportedly on Arsenal’s shortlist this summer
PAUL THE OTHER ONE
Paul Gascoigne has revealed that he brutally snubbed Chelsea in 1995 when he left Lazio for Rangers.
He told talkSPORT: “I remember speaking to [then Lazio boss] Dino Zoff and asking him what clubs were interested in me at the time and he said Chelsea.
“I said ‘I ain’t going there, what’s the other one?’ He replied Aston Villa.
“And I said I ain’t going there either, and then he said Rangers. So I’m walking out of the door and I turned around and said ‘I ain’t going to Queens Park Rangers’.
“No, Glasgow Rangers. I slammed the door and said to Dino get them over quickly.
“I remember [Rangers boss] Walter Smith turning up and going ‘let me tell you about the club’.
“I went ‘no, let me tell you what I’ve got in the fridge…. and I came out with two Budweisers. He said ‘you’re signing, aren’t you?!'”
PAUL YOUR HAIR OUT
Phil Foden paid tribute to Paul Gascoigne by recreating the England icon’s famous haircut from Euro 96.
The Manchester City star has fans hoping the new look will help him inspire the Three Lions this summer the way Gazza did 25 years ago.
Foden – who has already been compared to Gascoigne in terms of playing style – took things to a new level by unveiling his fresh trim for the Euros.
Ahead of England’s first Group D game against Croatia on Sunday, the 21-year-old revealed he has bleached his usually dark locks blonde.
And in case any fans were in doubt about the Gascoigne reference, Foden captioned a picture on his Instagram story: “Euro 96 vibes.”
Phil Foden’s latest haircut has been inspired by Paul Gascoigne’s Euro 96 look
DAN AND DUSTED
Dani Ceballos has dealt Arsenal a blow by ruling out a return to the Emirates.
The Spanish midfielder has spent the last two seasons on loan in North London from Real Madrid.
He made 25 Premier League appearances and scored three goals this season, but it looks like they could be his last games for the Gunners.
Speaking on Spanish radio station El Larguero, the 24-year-old said: “[Mikel] Arteta is a coach who I am sure will be one of the best in the world in the next few years.
“But I would like to return to the Spanish league.”
TAM PLAN
Chelsea are reportedly considering offering Borussia Dortmund Tammy Abraham as part of a player-plus-cash transfer offer for Erling Haaland.
The Blues want to bring in a new striker when the market reopens this summer.
And Dortmund ace Haaland, 20, is among their top priorities.
Talks have already taken place regarding a possible switch to Stamford Bridge for more than £150million.
However, The Times state the West Londoners may be tempted to try and include Abraham in any deal.
They value their academy graduate at around £40m.
So offering Abraham would both reduce the transfer fee Chelsea must pay as well as giving Dortmund somewhat of a replacement No9.

SPURRED OFF
Tottenham stars reportedly had ‘reservations’ about Antonio Conte’s potential arrival last week, because of his ‘extreme and demanding’ methods.
The Italian was in talks with Spurs chairman Daniel Levy, as the North Londoners look to finally replace sacked Jose Mourinho.
Conte, 51, was happy to come to the club and there were ‘no issues’ with the salary he was being offered.
The former Chelsea boss impressed Spurs chiefs with his vision for getting the players fit again and improving them defensively.
But the move broke down over the lack of transfer funds that would be at his disposal. This may, however, come as a relief to some of the players.
According to The Athletic, some Spurs stars were concerned over how hard they’d be pushed by Conte.
They had heard from pals at other clubs just how much he pushes his teams, and that he pays ‘little attention’ to utilising clubs’ academies or developing young players.

JUMP ON JACK
Man City want to sign Aston Villa star Jack Grealish this summer, according to reports.
Pep Guardiola is eager to strengthen his side, following their Champions League final disappointment.
Finding a new striker to replace Sergio Aguero is key to City’s agenda.
But securing Grealish’s signature is of ‘equal’ importance, according to ESPN.
They also claim that Guardiola is insistent that City must pounce on Grealish ahead of rivals Manchester United, should Villa be willing to do business.
The Midlanders are believed to value their captain at around £100million.
City have been ‘encouraged’ that a deal could be done by Villa’s £33m acquisition of Norwich’s fellow creator Emi Buendia.

GOLDEN BOY
Harry Kane is dreaming of a stunning Euro 2020 trophy double as the England captain wants to lead his country to victory in the final at Wembley on July 11.
And he is also on a mission to add to his personal collection of gongs by once again bagging the Golden Boot.
He said: “As a striker, if you are scoring, you are helping the team. That’s always my aim — and to win.
“Of course, I’d love to win another Golden Boot. More importantly, I’d love to be lifting that Euros trophy.
“Whatever way we get there, whether it’s me scoring or others, it doesn’t bother me as long as we are winning games.
“That’s why we play football on the hihest stage, to be involved in the biggest games. Once most guys are on the pitch, instinct takes over.”

HOLA JADON
Jadon Sancho is interested in a move to LaLiga, according to reports.
The Borussia Dortmund winger, 21, looks on course to leave the German club this summer.
Manchester United are desperate to land the star, especially now Dortmund have lowered their asking price to £80million.
But according to The Times, Sancho wants to try his luck in Spain.
Barcelona and Real Madrid are the traditional big hitters of LaLiga, although Atletico Madrid did win the league this season.
The Nou Camp or Bernabeu would be the more likely options for the winger.
BAR-KING MAD
Barcelona are plotting a sensational FIVE-PLAYER raid of Manchester City, according to reports.
The LaLiga giants have already turned to Pep Guardiola’s squad to sign Eric Garcia and Sergio Aguero on free transfers.
But after missing out on Georginio Wijnaldum – with Paris Saint-Germain winning the race for the free agent – Barca are set to turn back to City with FIVE Etihad stars in sight.
To fill the void of Wijnaldum, Spanish outlets El Chiringuito TV and Sport have claimed Ronald Koeman wants in-form Ilkay Gundogan.
El Chiringuito TV even claims Barcelona have met with the agents of both Gundogan AND Riyad Mahrez after their sensational seasons.
Madrid-based Sky Sports journalist Matteo Moretto has claimed Barcelona are pondering a move for Raheem Sterling.
And Sport have also claimed Barcelona are in the market for Aymeric Laporte and Gabriel Jesus in a staggering raid of City.

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