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      Man Utd set to offer Casemiro mega five-year contract and double his Real Madrid wages to £8.4m AFTER tax

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have offered Casemiro the opportunity to DOUBLE his wages if he joins the club. The Red Devils are desperately seeking new midfielders, and having struggled to land their main summer target Frenkie de Jong they now look set to try and land Real Madrid’s Casemiro.
      Casemiro has won the Champions League five timesCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      The Brazilian veteran has won a plethora of trophies with Los Blancos, including five Champions League titles.
      But now the 30-year-old could leave behind his trophy-laden days in Madrid in favour of a far-more lucrative contract at Old Trafford.
      According to journalist Fernando Burgos, Casemiro has been offered the chance to go from £4.2 to £8.4million a season over a five-year deal.
      However, United are yet to submit an offer for the defensive midfielder.
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      Previous reports have indicated Casemiro is ‘open’ to the transfer.
      But Madrid value him at £50m, given his overall importance to the team.
      The Red Devils interest in him was first reported when United football director John Murtough was present in Madrid to discuss a deal for Atletico Madrid star Joao Felix.
      United have already seen a £110m bid for the attacker rejected, with his release clause at the Wanda Metropolitano set at a whopping £295m.
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      The season could not have gotten off to a worse start under Erik ten Hag, with an opening day defeat to Brighton followed up by a humiliating 4-0 loss to Brentford.
      Up next for United are hated rivals Liverpool, and while Jurgen Klopp’s side are also winless in the Premier League so far, it is difficult to see United coming out of the game with anything based on the way they have played so far.
      The game could also be marred by a mass boycott from fans, who are set to “#EmptyOldTrafford” in protest of the Glazer ownership.
      Recent figures have revealed the Glazers have taken an estimated £1.1billion out of the club, excluding the sale of shares which would take this figure to £1.6bn.
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      However, the Glazer ownership of United could soon come to an end, with British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe said to be interested in buying the club.
      He is estimated to worth around £11bn and following the reports, United supporter’s group MUST released a statement saying they look forward to any prospective discussions. More

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      Man Utd step up Sergej Milinkovic-Savic transfer move from Lazio after Adrien Rabiot deal fell through over wage demands

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly stepping up their interest in Lazio star Sergej Milinkovic-Savic.That’s after seeing a move for Adrien Rabiot fall through over wage demands.
      Man Utd are ramping up their interest in Lazio star Sergej Milinkovic-SavicCredit: Getty
      Erik ten Hag has urged his new club to sign a midfielder this summer following Paul Pogba’s exit.
      United’s lack of options in the middle were brutally exposed in defeats to Brighton and Brentford.
      And Ten Hag hoped his problems would be solved by the capture of Juventus ace Rabiot.
      However, a deal has now collapsed after the Frenchman demanded astronomical wages.
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      And Foot Mercato claims United have now turned to Milinkovic-Savic.
      The powerful Serbia international has long been linked with a Premier League move.
      Lazio are apparently open to selling for the right price.
      And United have now made contact with Milinkovic-Savic’s agent to get more info over fees and contract demands.
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      But there are plenty of other stars on Ten Hag’s radar.
      It’s believed the Red Devils have made a cheeky approach for Real Madrid icon Casemiro, a FIVE-time Champions League winner.
      Brighton ace Moises Caicedo is also of interest to United.
      That’s after the Red Devils REJECTED the chance to sign him on the cheap just six months ago.
      Liverpool are also keen but Brighton have no intention of selling. More

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      Chelsea set to play hardball with Man Utd over Christian Pulisic loan transfer with Blues wanting their £58m fee back

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      CHELSEA will play hardball with Manchester United over Christian Pulisic.Crisis-club United want to sign the Blues’ American star on loan.
      Christian Pulisic could join Manchester United on loan this summerCredit: Getty
      Chelsea are willing to listen to offers for their unsettled winger from any club, but will drive a hard bargain when it comes to doing business.
      Pulisic, 23, cost £58million when he joined from Borussia Dortmund three years ago and the Londoners want all their money back even though Pulisic is now a fringe player.
      New chairman Todd Boehly and his board of directors are also believed to prefer a permanent sale rather than the loan idea being put forward by United.
      The Premier League’s bottom club are under increasing pressure to bring in new players to ease a disastrous start to the season under new boss Erik ten Hag.
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      The Red Devils have scored only one goal in two games and have zero points from successive defeats – including a 4-0 hammering at Brentford last Saturday.
      America captain Pulisic scored 13 times last season, but four of those were for his country.
      He has been increasingly sidelined by head coach Thomas Tuchel at Stamford Bridge and has gone public with his frustrations.
      However, Chelsea have splashed more than £105m on new players this summer and want to recoup as much as possible to fund further forays into the transfer market before the window closes on September 1.
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      Tuchel wants Everton winger Anthony Gordon, but the Blues’ latest bid for him was £10m short of the Goodison club’s £50m valuation of him.
      Newcastle, Juventus and Athletico Madrid are also monitoring Pulisic’s situation.
      But United are desperate after the collapse of their £15m attempt to sign Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot and their long, so far unsuccessful, pursuit of Barcelona target Frenkie de Jong.
      And Pulisic was on United’s radar in 2019 before he left Borussia Dortmund for the Bridge. More

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      Leicester want Illan Meslier transfer from Leeds with Man Utd target seen as Kasper Schmeichel replacement

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      LEICESTER are reportedly lining up a move for Leeds keeper Illan Meslier as they search for Kasper Schmeichel’s replacement.The Foxes were stunned as the Danish shot-stopper, 35, left for Nice earlier this summer.
      Meslier has been linked with a move to a fellow Premier League clubCredit: Getty
      And it left Brendan Rodgers with no choice but to start the season with inexperienced Premier League keeper Danny Ward in between the sticks.
      Now, with two weeks left of the transfer window, Leicester are trying to find someone to fill Schmeichel’s boots for the coming years.
      According to Get French Football News, they are interested in Leeds man Meslier.
      The 22-year-old has thrived at Elland Road since becoming the No1 following their return to the top flight.
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      But while he still has four years left on his existing deal, he is being linked with a move away from Leeds.
      Earlier this week, it was reported that Manchester United consider him a potential long-term successor to David de Gea.
      However, Fabrizio Romano understands that Leeds have no intention of negotiating with bitter rivals United.
      And Jesse Marsch’s side appear to be set on not letting Meslier go this summer.
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      However, Leicester will feel that with Leeds and Man Utd being old rivals, they may have a better chance of prising Meslier away.
      He has made 89 appearances for the Yorkshire outfit, missing just three Prem games since they were promoted from the Championship.
      Meanwhile, Rodgers is keen to address the lack of depth in the Leicester squad following a poor start to the campaign.
      They have just one point from two games – throwing away a two-goal lead against Brentford and then losing 4-2 to Arsenal. More

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      Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang WANTS to seal Chelsea transfer this summer if Barcelona sell – despite Man Utd holding talks

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      PIERRE-EMERICK AUBAMEYANG could reject Manchester United and move to Chelsea instead this summer, according to reports.Barcelona are open to selling the striker, 33, as they look to recoup funds.
      Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang would prefer a move to Chelsea over Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      Aubameyang only joined the Catalan club in February and scored 11 goals in 17 LaLiga appearances last season, sparking interest from Chelsea and United.
      Erik ten Hag is keen to add the forward to his squad and United have reportedly held talks with Barca about a move.
      But if Barcelona do let Aubameyang leave the striker would rather join Chelsea, report the Daily Mail.
      The Gabon international worked with Thomas Tuchel previously at Borussia Dortmund and he was a big hit in Germany, scoring 141 goals in 213 appearances for the club.
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      A move to the Blues would also allow Aubameyang to return to London – where he spent four years playing for Arsenal.
      But in order for Chelsea to land the striker they must meet Barcelona’s asking price, which is believed to be around £21million.
      And Aubameyang is not pushing to make a move happen given he is happy playing at the Nou Camp, despite the risk of less game time following the signing of Robert Lewandowski.
      The news will come as a blow for Ten Hag and United as they urgently look to recruit a new striker.
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      There are several players reported to be on the club’s radar including Leicester star Jamie Vardy.
      Most recently, the Red Devils were said to have had a £110m bid for Atletico Madrid striker Joao Felix turned down.
      His team-mate Matheus Cunha is also thought to be of interest for United, who are looking at Chelsea winger Christian Pulisic too. More

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      Dele Alli set to complete Besiktas loan transfer ‘within hours’ with Everton midfielder having £6m option to buy in deal

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      DELE ALLI is set to complete his loan move to Besiktas within hours, according to reports. The Everton midfielder, 26, only arrived at Goodison from Tottenham in January hoping to revive his career.
      Dele Alli is close to signing a season-long loan deal at BesiktasCredit: Getty
      However, he has started just once under Frank Lampard and has slipped further down the pecking order following the arrival of Amadou Onana.
      And now it is understood the former England star is closing in on a move abroad for the first time.
      It was reported earlier in the week Besiktas were interested in landing Dele on loan for the season.
      Now Foot Mercato state a deal is virtually done with a £6million option to make the switch permanent.
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      Dele is said to be “very keen” on the change of scene in Turkey and the chance to return to the kind of form that saw him crowned the two-time PFA Young Player of the Year and earn 36 caps.
      He has had little effect at Everton and is yet to register a goal or assist in 13 appearances.
      Just 38 minutes of action across the first two Premier League matches of the new campaign has compounded the Englishman’s frustrations at his lack of game time.
      It was reported earlier this month that Lampard was considering putting Alli into the team while Dominic Calvert-Lewin is sidelined with an injury.
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      Everton have lost their opening two games of the season to Chelsea and Aston Villa.
      Winger Anthony Gordon led the line in both of those matches, with no recognised striker up front.
      But Gordon may also be unavailable for this weekend’s clash with Nottingham Forest as Chelsea attempt to close a deal for the 21-year-old. More

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      Man Utd ‘have £110m Joao Felix transfer bid REJECTED by Atletico Madrid… with Portugal star having £295m buyout’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have had a £110million bid REJECTED for Atletico Madrid forward Joao Felix, according to reports.The 22-year-old Portuguese attacker has a startling £295m release clause attached to his deal at the Metropolitano Stadium.
      Atletico have rejected a substantial bid from Man Utd for Joao FelixCredit: Getty
      And the LaLiga giants are not willing to let him go easy, with AS claiming they have declined the huge offer from Erik ten Hag’s men.
      The Red Devils are keen to bolster their attacking options before the end of the transfer window.
      They are particularly determined to do so amid uncertainty surrounding the future of Felix’s compatriot Cristiano Ronaldo.
      The 37-year-old has made it clear his desire to leave Old Trafford in search of Champions League football.
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      And this has left Ten Hag scrambling around for solutions.
      United have been linked with a host of forwards including Marko Arnautovic, Mauro Icardi, Jamie Vardy, Matheus Cunha and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
      Felix, who joined Atletico for £113m in 2019, is the latest in a long line of players to be the subject of interest from United.
      He is also the third Atletico attacker to be linked with a move to United following Cunha and Alvaro Morata.
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      Felix has scored 29 goals in 112 appearances for Diego Simeone’s side since arriving from Benfica.
      He has also contributed 18 assists during his time in Spain.
      Meanwhile, United are well aware they need to strengthen after a dismal start to the new season.
      They were beaten 2-1 by Brighton and then humiliated 4-0 by Brentford, a pair of results which leave them bottom of the Premier League table.
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      Earlier this week, it was reported that Ronaldo and Harry Maguire were among five senior players who confronted the United board about their “lack of ambition” in the transfer market.
      They supposedly called for more reinforcements before the window closes – with only Tyrell Malacia, Lisandro Martinez and Christian Eriksen coming through the door so far. More

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      Sporting Lisbon step up Cristiano Ronaldo transfer pursuit with Man Utd star wanting to join Champions League side

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      SPORTING LISBON have reportedly stepped up their interest in Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo.The Portuguese superstar, 37, has made it clear his desire to leave Old Trafford this summer in search of Champions League football.
      Ronaldo is keen to leave Manchester United this summerCredit: Getty
      Ronaldo came through Sporting Lisbon’s youth academy as a teenager
      But he has struggled to find a suitor who would take him – with Chelsea and Bayern Munich both ruling out a bid.
      However, one option which seems to still be on the table is a loan or permanent return to his former club Sporting Lisbon.
      Ronaldo came through the club’s youth set-up before leaving for United in 2003.
      According to Foot Mercato, Hugo Viana, a former team-mate of Ronaldo’s and now the sporting director at Lisbon, is working hard to convince the Real Madrid legend to return to the club.
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      Sporting can offer Ronaldo Champions League football – something United are unable to provide.
      And Erik ten Hag’s men have made the worst possible start in their attempts to return to Europe’s premier competition.

      They lost their opening game of the season 2-1 to Brighton, before being humiliated 4-0 by Brentford – a pair of results which leave them bottom of the Premier League.
      Ronaldo, who started against Brentford, will be concerned about the state of United.
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      Although he revealed earlier this week that his future will be confirmed in an interview in two weeks time.
      He wrote on Instagram: “They know the truth when they interview in couple of weeks. The media is telling lies.
      “I have a notebook and in the last few months of the 100 news I made, only 5 of them were right. Imagine how it is. Stick with that tip.”
      The post was met furiously by former team-mate Gary Neville who hit back at Ronaldo’s announcement.
      He tweeted: “Why does the greatest player of all time (in my opinion) have to wait two weeks to tell Manchester United fans the truth?
      “Stand up now and speak. The club is in crisis and it needs leaders to lead.
      “He’s the only one who can grab this situation by the scruff of the neck!”
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      Ronaldo scored five goals in 31 appearances during his first spell at Sporting, before he left for Old Trafford as a teenager.
      He is Portugal’s greatest ever goalscorer, netting a breathtaking 117 times in 137 caps for the national team.
      Ronaldo had a lack of pre-season with Man Utd but has now returned to the foldCredit: Getty More