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      Man Utd ‘immediately transfer list Antony after Ten Hag axe as Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s team refuse to wait for Ruben Amorim’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have already placed Antony on the transfer list following Erik ten Hag’s axe, according to reports.The £85.5million star was Ten Hag’s biggest signing, and one of his many flops.Man Utd have placed Antony on the transfer listCredit: GettyAntony has scored just five Premier League goals since his arrival two years ago.And his time at Old Trafford could be up soon now Ten Hag is no longer in charge – with Sporting Lisbon boss Ruben Amorim in line to be announced as new boss.Antony has been told he can leave in January, report talkSPORT, even before the new man is in the hotseat.And United are understood to be willing to take a big hit in what they paid for the winger in order to get him off the wage bill.READ MORE ON MAN UTDAjax are reportedly interested in re-signing Antony, along with Flamengo in his native Brazil.Antony no longer has Ten Hag’s protection, with the Dutchman’s loyalty to the 24-year-old said to be a point of contention in the squad.Fans speculated Amad was annoyed after Antony was brought on ahead of him against Fenerbahce last week.Fenerbahce have also been linked with a move for Antony, who was believed to be pushing for a loan transfer.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHe has struggled for minutes this season and has failed to justify his £200,000 wage since joining the club.In total, Antony has played 83 times for United, scoring 11 goals.’Something seriously wrong!’ Ex-Prem ref reacts to huge Man Utd call which saw Erik Ten Hag sacked More

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      Jose Mourinho: I like Ruben Amorim as a person and as a manager.. incoming Man Utd boss can coach any club in any league

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      JOSE MOURINHO has spoken glowingly about Ruben Amorim who looks poised to become the next Manchester United manager.Sporting Lisbon boss Amorim, 39, is in advanced talks to succeed Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford.Jose Mourinho has spoken very positively about Ruben AmorimCredit: GettyAmorim worked an internship under Jose Mourinho at Manchester UnitedCredit: Twitter @Mourinho_XtraEarlier this year he was linked with the Liverpool and West Ham jobs – and even flew to London amid talks of him taking over from David Moyes.And when he was being touted as The Hammers’ next coach in May, Mourinho, who gave Amorim an internship during his time at Man Utd, praised the Portuguese manager. Speaking to Mais Futebol, he said: “It’s also a question I shouldn’t answer, but what can I tell you? I like him [Amorim] as a person, I like him as a coach.”I think he has the conditions to be able to coach in any league and he has the conditions to be able to coach in any club.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”But he’s in a good league and he’s in a big club.”The decision is his and it will be up to the clubs that want him or not, to convince him with more or less arguments.”What is clear from my side is that I like the person and I like the coach.”Amorim took his first managerial role at Portuguese side Casa Pia just months after working under Mourinho in 2018.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS’I was expecting this’ – What Ruben Amorim said about Man Utd job linksRUBEN AMORIM has responded to being linked with a move to Manchester United.The Sporting Lisbon coach, 39, is reportedly closing in on a deal worth £8million to become Erik ten Hag’s successor.Just hours after Ten Hag’s dismissed on Monday morning, it emerged Man Utd chiefs were in talks with Amorim as they zero in on the Sporting boss.But the ex-Braga coach remained tight-lipped on negotiations when quizzed by the media.He said: “I was already expecting this question [about Man Utd].“Obviously I’m not going to talk about the future, because otherwise I’ll always have to comment.”I’m very proud to be Sporting coach, that’s all.”He went on to coach Braga and then joined Sporting in 2020 – where he has gone on to win two league titles and two cups.When compared to Mourinho earlier this year, Amorim said: “Don’t compare me to Mourinho. There will never be another Mourinho.”How ‘Mourinho 2.0’ Ruben Amorim can revive Man Utd after being overlooked by Liverpool in summerInterim boss Ruud van Nistelrooy will be in charge of Man Utd’s Carabao Cup tie against Leicester at Old Trafford on Wednesday night.However, Amorim could be at the helm as soon as Sunday’s Premier League clash at home to Chelsea.It is understood Man Utd will pay Sporting in the region of £8million to bring him to the club.When asked about the job during a press conference on Monday, he said: “I was already expecting this question and obviously I’m not going to talk about the future, because otherwise I’ll always have to comment.”I’m very proud to be Sporting coach, that’s all.” More

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      Man Utd’s striker woes may be solved thanks to Amorim… but incoming boss’ Gyokeres comments may come back to bite him

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      SPORTING LISBON manager Ruben Amorim is reportedly in line to replace Erik ten Hag at Manchester United.Ten Hag was sacked by the Red Devils on Monday following a 2-1 defeat to West Ham.Ruben Amorim has been linked with the Man Utd jobCredit: GettyAmorim could attempt to lure Viktor Gyokeres to Old Trafford – but his previous comments could come back to bite himCredit: PAAmorim has valued Gyokeres at £83mCredit: GettyRuud van Nistelrooy subsequently took over as interim boss while United chiefs began the search for a permanent successor.But ex-Portugal international Amorim has already emerged as the club’s top target.And he is said to be keen to accept the job.Amorim’s potential move to Old Trafford could pave the way for a top striker to join United.Read More on Man UtdOnce settled in to his job, the 39-year-old could attempt to lure Sporting forward Viktor Gyokeres to Manchester.The Sweden international has been heavily linked with a move to the Premier League in recent months.Arsenal, Manchester City and Chelsea have all expressed an interest in signing the former Coventry star.But Amorim’s presence could attract him to Old Trafford instead.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSGyokeres enjoyed a prolific campaign with Sporting Lisbon last season, scoring 43 goals in 50 appearances.The 26-year-old has carried that impressive form over to this term with 14 goals in the same number of outings.Man Utd want Ruben Amorim’I was expecting this’ – What Ruben Amorim said about Man Utd job linksRUBEN AMORIM has responded to being linked with a move to Manchester United.The Sporting Lisbon coach, 39, is reportedly closing in on a deal worth £8million to become Erik ten Hag’s successor.Just hours after Ten Hag’s dismissed on Monday morning, it emerged Man Utd chiefs were in talks with Amorim as they zero in on the Sporting boss.But the ex-Braga coach remained tight-lipped on negotiations when quizzed by the media.He said: “I was already expecting this question [about Man Utd].“Obviously I’m not going to talk about the future, because otherwise I’ll always have to comment.”I’m very proud to be Sporting coach, that’s all.”And, just last month, Amorim insisted Gyokeres is worth at least £83MILLION.He said: “Viktor is a great player, and I believe he is worth €100 million.”Particularly, Sporting, along with president Frederico Varandas and sporting director Hugo Viana, believes he is worth that amount.”Therefore, that is the price; anyone wanting to sign him will have to pay €100 million.”Having publicly put a huge price tag on the striker, it could be difficult for him to facilitate a transfer if he does become the next United boss.Since taking over in 2020, Amorim has won 170 of his 237 matches in charge of Sporting.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe was questioned about his future during a press conference on Tuesday and explained: “I was already expecting this question [about Man Utd] and obviously I’m not going to talk about the future, because otherwise I’ll always have to comment.”I’m very proud to be Sporting coach, that’s all.”Why NOBODY is the right man to replace Erik ten Hag at Man UtdSunSport’s DAVE KIDD explains what’s wrong with all the potential candidates to replace Erik ten Hag at Manchester United.THIS is a mid-table squad at an underachieving club, with a lot of unwanted players on big money.And Ratcliffe is an instinctive cost-cutter who may not pay top dollar to the next manager.If this club wasn’t called ‘Manchester United’, it wouldn’t be an especially desirable job.The good news for United is that their new sporting director, Dan Ashworth, is a very decent judge of a manager.He has been instrumental in three previous managerial appointments — Gareth Southgate for England, Graham Potter for Brighton and Eddie Howe for Newcastle.None were wildly popular at the time, all were conspicuous successes.Interestingly, Ashworth’s No 1 choice for the Newcastle job was Unai Emery, who turned him down to stay at Villarreal but has since proved that judgment right by excelling at Aston Villa.And the Spaniard would be an excellent fit for United — yet there is next to no chance that he would abandon Villa’s Champions League campaign to take the Old Trafford job, not least because he isn’t a stark raving madman.Howe would be another good candidate to succeed Ten Hag but, although he has become frustrated on Tyneside, the Saudis would surely not allow Ratcliffe to poach Howe, as they reluctantly did with Ashworth.Potter is available but his Chelsea experience and lack of charisma would make him a tough sell.Which brings us to Southgate, who remains close with Ashworth and is an excellent man-manager who was seriously considered by United last spring.Yet, despite having led England to two of their three major finals, Southgate’s reputation for over-caution was only enhanced during the Euros.Mauricio Pochettino, passed over twice by United, is out of the equation having taken the United States job.Thomas Tuchel would also have been a popular and gettable option – but England got in there first.Likewise, Roberto De Zerbi, now at Marseille after his brief Brighton stint sparkled then fizzled out.Kieran McKenna — a gifted former United coach who has won back-to-back promotions with Ipswich Town — is an intriguing candidate but the imminent vacancy may come a year or so too soon.Marco Silva, the extremely under-rated Fulham boss, has been on United’s radar and should not be discounted.Sporting Lisbon’s Ruben Amorim, last season’s ‘next big thing’, was passed over by West Ham as well as Liverpool this summer and is not an easy man to pin down.Zinedine Zidane, who has taken over from Alan Curbishley as a 20-1 shot for every Premier League job, is a ‘figurehead’ manager and not an Ashworth type.Ruud van Nistelrooy, the former United goal machine who joined Ten Hag’s coaching team in the summer is the bookies’ favourite. Simply because he’s in the building and he’s Dutch.So, yes, getting rid of Ten Hag is the easy part. More

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      Three ways Man Utd could line up under Ruben Amorim as Sporting boss reunites with former star and top Arsenal target

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      RUBEN AMORIM could ring the changes at Manchester United if he is hired for the top job.The Portuguese manager is hotly tipped to arrive at Old Trafford following the sacking of Erik ten Hag.Ruben Amorim could put his own stamp on the Man United teamCredit: GettyAmorim could be the replacement for the sacked Erik ten HagCredit: AlamyManuel Ugarte played for Amorim while at Sporting LisbonCredit: GettyThe Dutchman was finally put out of his misery after the disappointing 2-1 defeat to West Ham at the London Stadium.Ten Hag was not expecting his time to come to an end as he still held the team’s press conference for the Carabao Cup clash against Leicester on Tuesday.Assistant manager Ruud van Nistelrooy will take charge of the side while a new manager is appointed.Amorim, 39, is the leading candidate to be offered the job by Sir Jim Ratcliffe and could be appointed quickly.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSThe Sporting Lisbon manager will be familiar with Man United’s newest signing Manuel Ugarte.The midfielder starred for Amorim before he left the Portuguese outfit for Paris Saint-Germain in 2023.The Uruguayan would be expected to be given a leading role under the manager in the centre of midfield.The line-up could also drastically change at Old Trafford after a transfer window under Amorim.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMan United have been heavily linked with both Sporting goal machine Viktor Gyokeres and defender Goncalo Inacio.Amorim could insist on the pair’s arrival at Old Trafford to add more quality to his side.Man Utd ratings vs West Ham: Bruno Fernandes causes endless problems but Marcus Rashford entirely absentViktor Gyokeres could be a top target for Amorim to bolster the frontlineCredit: ReutersGoncalo Inacio could be signed to reinforce the defenceCredit: ReutersBruno Fernandes could be used in a more advanced role under AmorimCredit: GettyInacio would command an immediate starting space in the backline and could take up a spot in the middle between Lisandro Martinez and Yoro.While Gyokeres would take up the striker role and replace the Red Devils’ misfiring pair of Hojlund and Zirkzee.The Swedish striker is amongst the most prolific in Europe, having netted 57 goals in 64 appearances for Sporting.He is already familiar with English football, having spent three seasons at Coventry City in the Championship.Man United would face competition to sign Gyokeres, with Arsenal also interested in the striker.Amorim favoured a 3-4-3 formation while at Sporting Lisbon which could suit the club’s current defensive options.Diogo Dalot and Noussair Mazraoui are both capable of playing as wing-backs to add width.The back three could be made up of Lisandro Martinez, Matthijs de Ligt and Leny Yoro.However, this will only be possible once Yoro has returned to full fitness following his injury in pre-season.The £52million summer signing is closing on his return from a foot fracture and has been training on grass.Without a transfer window, Amorim would likely opt for Rasmus Hojlund to spearhead the attack as he has similar qualities to Gyokeres.Marcus Rashford could then flank the Danish striker on the left and Bruno Fernandes on the right.Another option for Amorim would be to replace Rashford with Garnacho on the left and Hojlund with Joshua Zirkzee.He could also tinker with the defence and put faith in Victor Lindelof.READ MORE SUN STORIESAmorim played alongside the Swede during his four seasons in the Benfica first-team.Long-term injury absentee Luke Shaw could bag the left wing-back spot.Victor Lindelof played alongside Amorim while he was at BenficaCredit: Getty – ContributorLeny Yoro is closing in on his return from a fractured footCredit: Getty More

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      Ruben Amorim breaks silence on Man Utd job as Sporting Lisbon manager says ‘I was already expecting this’

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      RUBEN AMORIM has responded to being linked with a move to Manchester United.The Sporting Lisbon coach, 39, is reportedly closing in on a deal worth £8million to become Erik ten Hag’s successor.Ruben Amorim is being linked with the Manchester United jobCredit: GettyTen Hag, 54, was dismissed on Monday morning following a dismal start to the season.Just hours later it emerged Man Utd chiefs were in talks with Amorim as they zero in on the Sporting boss.But the ex-Braga coach remained tight-lipped on negotiations when quizzed by the media.He said: “I was already expecting this question [about Man Utd] and obviously I’m not going to talk about the future, because otherwise I’ll always have to comment.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”I’m very proud to be Sporting coach, that’s all.”Amorim was speaking ahead of his side’s cup match against Nacional on Tuesday.His team sit six points clear at the top of Portugal’s Primeira Liga and are unbeaten in their opening three Champions League games.Since taking over in 2020, Amorim has won 170 of his 237 matches in charge of Sporting.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe has won two league titles and two cups – and was linked with the Liverpool job earlier this year before Arne Slot was named as Jurgen Klopp’s replacement.Amorim was also tipped to join Chelsea amid uncertainty over Mauricio Pochettino’s future.Erik Ten Hag SACKED by Man United – here are the SIX candidates to replace himWest Ham were another English club interested in his signature prior to Julen Lopetegui’s arrival.Who could replace Ten Hag at Man Utd?ERIK TEN HAG has finally been put out of his Manchester United misery – but who will be the manager to lead them into the future?Ruud van NistelrooyThe Red Devils legend, 48, is no stranger to the pressures of Old Trafford.Van Nistelrooy scored 150 goals in 219 games for Man Utd and helped them to the 2002-03 Premier League title.The striker also starred for another monster club, Real Madrid, as a player before going into coaching.The 70-cap ex-Holland international managed PSV’s youth team before landing the senior job for the 2022-23 season.Van Nistelrooy landed a coaching job under Ten Hag earlier this year and is said to have done a superb job working with the clubs strikers behind the scenes.And now he will have the chance to show what he can do in a live ‘interview’ of sorts.How long the club will give him is another matter.Ruben AmorimThe Sporting Lisbon boss has been heavily linked with the job in the immediate aftermath of Ten Hag’s sacking, with United said to be in advanced talks. It will cost them a rumoured £8m in compo to prise him away from the club he has led to two league titles. However, despite the strong links, nothing is for certain with 39-year-old Amorim.He was spotted flying into London amid talk of succeeding David Moyes at West Ham but nothing came of it.He was also said to be nailed on to replace Jurgen Klopp at Liverpool, while he was reportedly in line to get the Chelsea gig before Mauricio Pochettino got the nod. Gareth SouthgateThe former England boss, 54, has long been linked with the Man Utd job.The former Crystal Palace, Aston Villa and Middlesbrough defender has gone on to enjoy great success as a manager – albeit without getting his hands on a major trophy.Southgate managed Middlesbrough between 2006 and 2009 before taking on the England Under-21s job between 2013 and 2016.The 57-cap former Three Lions international then took the senior national job, replacing Roy Hodgson.Southgate brought the nation together as he led England to the 2018 World Cup semi-finals, as well as the final of Euro 2020 and Euro 2024.However, he left his role in the summer following the defeat to Spain and was replaced by Lee Carsley on an interim basis.Thomas Tuchel – another boss long linked with the Old Trafford job – will take over the reins in 2025.Southgate has been out of club management for 15 years and a portion of England fans were frustrated by what they deemed a defensive style.However, his ability to largely galvanise the fan-base and deal with the pressure of one of the biggest jobs in sport with real class would be a huge asset for United.Edin TerzicEarlier this month, SunSport revealed Edin Terzic is the shock name on United’s list to replace Ten Hag.German Terzic took Borussia Dortmund to the Champions League final last season before surprisingly quitting.He has many admirers at Old Trafford and it would he a smart but unexpected move to go for him if they sack under-fire Ten Hag.Terzic, 41, did his coaching badges in England, where he was friends with fellow United target Graham Potter, and then worked as Slaven Bilic’s No 2 at West Ham.He rose to the top in Germany during two spells at Dortmund before he walked away in June.Graham PotterThe English boss, 49, has been out of work since being axed by Chelsea in April 2023.Potter excited fans with his attacking approach at Brighton before he was poached by the Blues.However, he failed to lift Chelsea out of their funk and was given his marching orders.Potter’s fans include Manchester City mastermind Pep Guardiola.And there’s no doubt the ex-OstersundS FK and Swansea boss would get United playing on the front foot, something Old Trafford fans have long craved.Kieran McKennaCruelly denied a playing career due to injury, the former Tottenham youth prospect has excelled as a coach.McKenna, 38, worked as Under-18s coach at both Spurs and Man Utd before landing the top job at Ipswich Town.The young boss incredibly guided the Tractor Boys to back-to-back promotions, guiding them from League One back to the Premier League, ending the club’s 22-year absence.McKenna was quickly added to a host of clubs’ wish-lists, including Man Utd, according to reports.But Ipswich reacted swiftly to offer him a new, long-term contract.However, his side are yet to win any of their opening nine Premier League games, with four wins and five defeats.McKenna has Ipswich playing exciting, expansive football – something Man Utd fans crave.The big question now is whether McKenna opts to jump ship or stay loyal.Xavi and Thomas Frank are also three names very much believed to be in the running. 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      Ten Hag’s worst XI of Man Utd signings cost £300MILLION as manager is finally sacked with flops in 14th

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      ERIK TEN HAG has been sacked with Manchester United 14th in the Premier League and £300MILLION out of pocket. The Dutchman was shown the exit door following 2-1 defeat at West Ham with club legend Ruud van Nistelrooy to take charge in the interim. Ruud van Nistelrooy will take interim charge after Erik ten Hag’s sackingCredit: AlamyTen Hag leaves with an FA Cup and Carabao Cup to his name but in the league and Europe results were underwhelming. And so too was his transfer business. In his two seasons, Ten Hag signed 21 players costing over £545m. Perhaps the biggest disaster of them all was the £86m forked out to sign winger Antony, who previously played for Ten Hag at Ajax.READ MORE ON MAN UTDHe has struggled to thrive since moving to Manchester – with just 12 goals over 87 games.Joshua Zirkzee joined from Bologna for £36.5m this season and got off to the perfect start by scoring on his debut. But it is his only goal in United red. Rasmus Hojlund is in his second season having been brought in for £72m from Atalanta but the Dane is showing signs of settling in. Most read in FootballAntony is still struggling for formCredit: GettyJoshua Zirkzee has just one goal for Man UtdCredit: GettySergio Reguilon had his loan cut shortCredit: GettyCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThat does not compare to loanee Wout Weghorst, who left United after six months and just two goals.Hojlund arrived alongside Mason Mount, who joined in his own controversial £60m transfer from Chelsea, but has so far flopped. Roy Keane left red-faced after Sky Sports colleague tells Man Utd legend to ‘bring this look back’Mount has just a single goal for United since his move and missed chunks of both seasons out injured.Casemiro came in for £60m from Real Madrid and had an excellent first season under Ten Hag. But his form has taken a dip since and got so bad United were linked with selling him. Marcel Sabitzer and Sofyan Amrabat, who arrived with a hefty loan fee of £7.7m, have both failed to make an impact under Ten Hag. A big decision made under Ten Hag was to sign Andre Onana for £47m opposed to giving David de Gea a new deal. The stopper has performed both excellently and poorly at times – but it has been enough to keep £4.3m back-up Altay Bayindir out of the side.Bayindir starts in our flop XI after managing just two appearances – at Newport County and Barnsley in cup competition. Mason Mount has spent much of his Man Utd career injuredCredit: AlamyCasemiro has failed to follow up on his stellar first seasonCredit: PAJonny Evans featured far more than anticipatedCredit: GettyJonny Evans was signed on a free transfer, eight years after leaving United, raising eyebrows.The Northern Irishman initially penned a short-term deal but stayed all season and has seven appearances this campaign. Sergio Reguilon features after signing on loan from Tottenham, only to be sent back halfway through the season despite a lack of fit left-backs.Luke Shaw has struggled for fitness while his back-up Tyrell Malacia – another Ten Hag signing –  missed last season followingfollowing knee surgery.That’s enough to start at right-back in this XI, despite some positive performances for the Red Devils after signing for £13m.Matthijs de Ligt will go down as one of Ten Hag’s last big signings but the £42m paid to Bayern Munich has so far looked like money poorly spent. READ MORE SUN STORIESThe now-former Old Trafford boss was even forced to bench De Ligt amid a run of shaky starts. Ten Hag’s XI of underperformers cost over a staggering £300m and will be just one of several reasons for his sacking. More

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      Man Utd transfer target Alphonso Davies, valued at £42m, speaks out on becoming free agent this summer

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      ALPHONSO DAVIES has broken his silence over a transfer to Manchester United.The Bayern Munich star, 23, has been widely reported to be considering his future in Germany.Alphonso Davies has broken his silence over a possible transfer away from Bayern MunichCredit: GettyThe Canada international’s contract expires next summer, and after joining the Bavarians in January 2019 from Vancouver Whitecaps it seems he may want to pursue a new challenge.Reports suggest that Man Utd transfer chiefs have started gathering information on Davies ahead of a potential offer.However, Real Madrid are known to be long-term admirers and are one of the main teams to be linked with his signature.Despite this, he has continued to play regularly under Vincent Kompany this season with six Bundesliga appearances under his belt ahead of the club’s trip to VfL Bochum on Sunday afternoon.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLRegardless, in early October Davies made his feelings clear about his future.He told ESPN: “As of now, my full focus is to stay healthy and to play the game with the club I’m with right now.”I’m not focused on what’s going on in the future.”I’m just focusing on staying healthy and helping my team win. My team make me feel valued. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”The whole Bayern community make me feel valued. I see that each and every day.”Davies has an estimated transfer value of £42million ($50m) as per Transfermarkt, but will able to speak to clubs from January over a FREE transfer due to his contract expiring in the summer. Jose Mourinho reveals he’s still holding out hope of winning Premier League title with Man UtdDavies is seen as one of the world’s best left-backs.It is a position Man Utd has struggled with over the last two seasons with the long-term injury of Tyrell Malacia and the ongoing fitness troubles of Luke Shaw.Diogo Dalot, Lisandro Martinez, Noussair Mazraoui and Toby Collyer have all lined up there at various points this season.Meanwhile, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, who was sold to West Ham in the summer, lined up there at times last season.Davies was also one name on a three-star transfer list of players from Bayern Munich, including Leon Goretzka and Leroy Sane.Man Utd ratings vs Fenerbahce: Onana saves the day for Red Devils as Lindelof has a stinker MANCHESTER UNITED were held to a 1-1 draw by Fenerbahce on a disappointing night in Turkey.Christian Eriksen broke the deadlock for Erik ten Hag’s side in the first half before En-Nesyri levelled soon after the break.Fenerbahce boss Jose Mourinho was sent to the stands in the second half after a touchline tantrum.But the Red Devils could find a much-needed winner for Erik ten Hag.SunSport’s Emillia Hawkins rates the performances…Andre Onana – 7Made an outstanding double save in the 37th minute to keep two attempts from Youssef En-Nesyri out.His defenders could’ve done much better to prevent Fenerbahce’s goal.Diogo Dalot – 5Failed to track back at times and had his blushes saved in the first half by Ugarte, who made a crucial tackle on Dusan Tadic to prevent a goal.Matthijs de Ligt – 6Made some good blocks during the first half to keep Fenerbahce at bay.Missed a few chances from set-pieces after the break.Victor Lindelof – 4Failed to follow En-Nesyri for Fenerbahce’s opening goal and made no attempt to win the ball.Hauled off in the 54th minute.Lisandro Martinez – 5Like Lindelof, he did not apply any pressure to En-Nesyri for the hosts’ first goal. Poor communication from both.Christian Eriksen – 7Broke the deadlock for United with a great strike into the top-left corner from the edge of the box.Manuel Ugarte – 6Won the ball in the build-up to the first goal and saved Man Utd from conceding with a fantastic last-ditch tackle in front of goal in the 22nd minute.Was lucky to avoid giving away a penalty after the break.Noussair Mazraoui – 6Didn’t look too out of place starting in the No10 position. Played a role in the build-up to the goal, passing the ball to Zirkzee who got the assist.Eventually moved into left-back, allowing Martinez to move central.Marcus Rashford – 5Played out of preferred position and started on the right as opposed to the left.Didn’t make too much of an impact on the game.Alejandro Garnacho – 6Played a key role in the build-up to Erikson’s goal by making a direct run into the box.Challenged Dominik Livakovic a few times and looked lively.Joshua Zirkzee – 5A poor overall performance from the striker despite providing the assist for Eriksen’s opener.Failed to make much of an impact and was hauled off in the 54th minute. More

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      Wolves lining up £20million transfer for Watford Euro 2024 star to help rescue them from Prem relegation

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      WOLVES will make Watford’s Georgian star Giorgi Chakvetadze a top target in January as they seek a Premier League saviour.Gary O’Neil’s men need new attacking inspiration and lively Chakvetadze, 25, has been on top form this season.Wolves are eyeing a January move for Watford midfielder Giorgi ChakvetadzeCredit: RexScouts watched the midfielder against Leeds on Tuesday and he is short-listed as a buy if the Molineux club can wheel and deal in the window.Wolves have been sellers recently but a purchase may save their top-flight skins.Watford would want up to £20million for a player who signed a fresh five-year deal only a month ago, however, and other Prem clubs have an eye on Chakvetadze.The Georgian international initially joined the Hornets on loan from Gent last summer.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHis loan move was then made permanent in February for around £2million.As well as penning a new deal, he has scored once and provided two assists in 12 Championship appearances this term.Meanwhile, the midfield ace also has nine goals in 33 caps for Georgia.He made his international debut in 2018 aged just 18 and was part of the Crusaders’ Euro 2024 squad.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSWilly Sagnol’s side were one of the surprise packages of the tournament in Germany during the summer.Chakvetadze played in all four of their matches as they reached the last 16, losing to eventual winners Spain.I watched Cristiano Ronaldo play for Al-Nassr, the atmosphere and standard had me shocked… but he didn’t seem botheredHis arrival would boost Wolves’ survival hopes after a difficult start to the season.O’Neil’s side are currently 19th following Saturday’s dramatic 2-2 draw at Brighton.However, they have yet to win any of their opening nine Premier League fixtures. More