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      Meet Mathys Tel, the teenage prodigy dubbed the ‘next Anelka’ who is sparking transfer scramble by Premier League clubs

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      MATHYS TEL is Bayern Munich’s record-breaking French prodigy who could be on the move to the Premier League. Manchester United, Chelsea and Tottenham have been circling around the 19-year-old whizkid, with Blues fans even hailing him as the next Nicolas Anelka. Bayern Munich forward Mathys Tel may be on the move to the Premier League in the transfer windowThe youngster wants out from Bayern in this transfer window, with him sitting on the bench in the club’s last three games. And since Michael Olise’s arrival, Tel has made just seven Bundesliga appearances this season – with two of them being starts. Chelsea are reportedly ready to loan Christopher Nkunku as part of a deal to land Tel, with a fee of £58million being mooted. Man Utd and Spurs are said to be interested, as are Arsenal, with Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Jesus injured.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe next Nicholas Anelka According to BILD, Tel has made it clear that he doesn’t want to go to Chelsea – because the competition for places there is just as big as in Munich. But Tel does want to move away from Bavaria because he is hungry for game time. That will be a major blow to Chelsea fans’ dreams of landing the next Anelka. One supporter wrote on X: “When I see Tel, I see a young Anelka.”Most read in FootballSUN BINGO GET £50 BONUS & 50 FREE SPINS TODAYNicolas Anelka starred for Chelsea during his spell in West LondonCredit: PA:Empics SportTurns out the teenager has previously shared how he idolises the former Blues striker. When asked why he wears the number 39, Tel said: “Because I already had it at Rennes and also because Nicolas Anelka wore it. I like Anelka, he was a really good player.”Man Utd stars hit Ruben Amorim as he runs birthday gauntlet in training… and is left holding his backRetired French ace Anelka, who played at Chelsea between 2008-2012, won the Premier League, FA Cup twice and Community Shield as a Blues player. Where it all began Tel was born in a Northern suburb of Paris called Sarcelles, playing as a youngster for local clubs Villiers Le Bel, Paris FC, ASJ Aubervilliers and Montrouge FC as well as spending time at the renowned Clairefontaine academy. Tel actually started out as a centre-back but it soon became clear that he would be better used as a forward due to his exceptional dribbling and finishing skills. As a fresh-faced 15-year-old he signed for Rennes, where he went on a meteoric rise. In August 2021, Tel became the youngest player ever to turn out for Rennes when he came on for the final five minutes of their 1-1 draw at Brest. He was just 16-years, three-months and 19-days-old when he made his competitive debut and was already 6ft tall. Tel was captain of the France U17 team when they lifted the Euros trophy in Israel in the summer of 2022. The forward played a key role in the push towards Euros glory, with three goals and an assist in the group stage before scoring in penalty shootout wins over Germany and Portugal. He lifted the trophy as captain following a 2-1 success against the Netherlands in the final on 1 June.Tel burst onto the scene as a 16-year-old at RennesCredit: GettyRecord breaker Tel is already a record-breaker, after becoming Bayern’s youngest-ever goalscorer when at 17-years-old and 126-days he was on target in his side’s 5-0 DFB Cup triumph against Viktoria Cologne in August 2022. He beat the club’s previous record holder, Jamal Musiala (17 years, 205 days).It didn’t take long for him to then make his full Bundesliga debut against VfB Stuttgart on 10 September, toasting the occasion with his first top-flight goal.The Frenchman got off to a blinding start to last season, with five goals in his first eight games as Thomas Tuchel showed faith. He laid down a huge marker, notching an impressive two goals – both match-winners, against Manchester United and Copenhagen – and one assist in eight Champions League matches. The glittering campaign prompted Bayern to extend his contract through to 2029. Tel quickly made an impact upon his 2022 Bayern switchCredit: GettyHigh praise His Bayern team-mate Thomas Muller said: “You can see that he wants to score goals – that’s a great quality. “Thinking back to when Arjen Robben was playing, we used to think he should have been looking for the pass, but he was so focused on scoring and he scored a lot. “Mathys should keep doing his thing: firing shots in on goal. He’s a superb finisher.”He’s only 18 and is making the most of it at the moment. He’s always positive, always has a smile on his face and has great finishing in training and in matches.”Former Bayern boss Julian Nagelsmann added: “He’s a very young, talented player who can play different positions. “He’s very quick, strong with his body. He’s good at defending the ball with his back towards the opponent’s goal… I have the vision that he could score 40 goals [in a season like Robert Lewandowski] one day in the future.”Thomas Muller is among those to have offered high praise of TelCredit: GettyWho would he suit?Having initially played up top for Bayern during the 2022-23 campaign, Tel has mostly been selected on the wing in the years since.A right-footed forward, Tel likes to drift into an inside-left position.At Chelsea he would likely come up against the likes of Jadon Sancho, Pedro Neto, Joao Felix and Nicolas Jackson for minutes, so may not get the regular game time that he craves.Man Utd may be a good landing spot, although the Red Devils may have to flog one of Marcus Rashford or Alejandro Garnacho to make the deal happen.Tottenham, meanwhile, could almost certainly offer the game time, having been crippled by injuries this season.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnge Postecoglou’s side are still fighting on four fronts, which would give Tel plenty of opportunities to shine.Attackers Dominic Solanke, Timo Werner, Brennan Johnson and Wilson Odobert are all missing through injury, while Son Heung-min and Richarlison will need their minutes carefully managed – although Spurs are also claimed to be trying to sign Brentford’s Yoane Wissa. 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      Man Utd flop Antony could be joined at Real Betis by fellow Red Devils outcast as they target loan transfer

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      REAL BETIS are reportedly ready to offer Tyrell Malacia an Old Trafford escape. The Red Devils have already sent Antony on loan to the LaLiga club for the remainder of the season.Tyrell Malacia has been linked with a loan move away from Manchester UnitedCredit: GettyThe Dutchman could be teaming up with Antony at Real BetisCredit: GettyAntony has endured a miserable time in the North West since signing for £85.5million in September 2022. He joined Betis – currently 10th in Spain’s top tier – last Friday, but didn’t play in a 1-0 win over Mallorca at the weekend.Malacia has also struggled at Old Trafford after becoming Erik ten Hag’s first signing in June of the same year. He has appeared in just 25 games across the last three seasons, failing to notch either a goal or assist. READ MORE ON MAN UTDMalacia only returned to first-team football last November after serious knee surgery. The 25-year-old was sidelined for 15 months but has since been unable to nail down a place under Ruben Amorim.According to The Mail, Betis are preparing a late loan bid for Malacia before Monday’s deadline. The full-back is desperate for regular minutes, with United hoping to bring in Lecce’s Patrick Dorgu. Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSShould Dorgu join United before the deadline, Malacia would be pushed further down the pecking order.He has appeared only seven times this season after making his triumphant return from injury.Which Manchester United stars should stay and go?All of those appearances have been off the bench, including in United’s dramatic 2-1 Europa League win over Rangers last week.Malacia told United’s official website prior to his return: “I always want to play good games, so it doesn’t matter against who. “I feel sharp and I feel ready. All I want to do is to play football. “It’s been a long time so I’m happy to be back.”MAN UTD PLAYER RATINGS: Maguire puts in superb defensive display but Garnacho caught running into blind alleysMANCHESTER UNITED secured a hard-fought three points against Fulham.Lisandro Martinez’s deflected strike proved to be the difference in what was the Red Devils’ only shot on target all game.Harry Maguire impressed but Alejandro Garnacho once again failed to impress in what could have been his Man Utd farewell amid rumours linking him with Napoli and Chelsea.Here is how SunSport rated the individual performances.Andre Onana – 7Good save low down to his left to keep out an Alex Iwobi shot early doors.Other than that he was barely tested but no glaring errors mean it is a step in the right direction for the Red Devils No1.Diogo Dalot – 6Had a difficult time in the first half up against Iwobi who was Fulham’s main attacking threat.Switched to the left flank in the second half and supported Garnacho without posing much of a threat.Matthijs de Ligt – 8Another strong showing at the back from the Dutchman. Without his support for Dalot, Fulham may have created a goal down United’s right-hand side.Harry Maguire – 9A superb defensive display from the England star who has been one of United’s best players since Amorim took charge.Pulled off a brilliant header at the back post to deny Rodrigo Muniz a certain goal.Lisandro Martinez – 8Superb last-ditch tackle to prevent Emile Smith Rowe from shooting as he burst through on goal.His goal had a big slice of luck as it was deflected past Bernd Leno but credit to him for having the audacity to shoot.Noussair Mazraoui – 7Solid at the back and tried to get forward when he could. United looked more balance with him on the left and Dalot on the right, although the pair swapped at half-time.Manuel Ugarte – 6Showed some nice touches and was a bit of a menace in the middle – in a positive and negative sense. Kept a close eye on Smith Rowe and allowed him no time on the ball.Booked for a foul on Adama Traore and was taken off shortly afterwards with an injury.Bruno Fernandes – 5Not at his best. Barely saw the ball in the first half and was not very effective when he did get it.Amad Diallo – 6Looked bright on the ball and United’s only real outlet going forward.He worked tirelessly and pressed really well – his hard work paid off when he found the back of the net in stoppage time but his effort was chalked off.Alejandro Garnacho – 3Was cautious on the ball and ran into blind alleys too often. Final ball let him down on the rare occasion he did manage to beat a defender.Rasmus Hojlund – 4His hold up play is nowhere near good enough for this system or for a club like United.He was too gung-ho at times and his erratic nature meant linking up with Amad and Garnacho proved difficult.Hauled off before the hour mark which says it all about his performance.Subs:Leny Yoro (for De Ligt, 58mins) – 6A more assured display given his shaky start to life in the Premier League.Joshua Zirkzee (for Hojlund, 58mins) – 5Like Hojlund he had a difficult time holding the ball up but United improved with him on the pitch.Toby Collyer (for Ugarte, 76mins ) – 6Solid display again from the youngster who was often in the right position to clear, including one on the line to stop a Joachim Andersen header from going in.Kobbie Mainoo (for Garnacho, 80mins) – 6Provided energy in midfield and shored things up alongside Collyer.A brilliant one-two with Amad set up the winger to score before VAR ruled Amad offside.Tyrell Malacia (for Mazraoui, 80mins) – 6Brought on in an unfamiliar right wing-back role but did what was needed to see out the clean sheet.United are hoping Antony can rediscover the form which made him one of Europe’s most exciting wingers at Ajax.READ MORE SUN STORIESSince joining almost three years ago, the Brazilian has made 96 appearances but only contributed 12 goals and five assists.Antony has picked up 14 yellow cards during this time – more than the amount of goals he scored. 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      Lionel Messi ‘tells family and friends he will return to Barcelona’ as David Beckham makes shock admission

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      LIONEL MESSI has set his sights on a sensational return to Barcelona.The 37-year-old ended his two-decade spell with Barcelona in 2021 and subsequently joined Paris Saint-Germain as a free agent.Lionel Messi is determined to complete a return to BarcelonaCredit: APMessi left Barcelona as a free agent in 2021Credit: GettyAfter two years in France he left Europe to sign for MLS giants Inter Miami in a huge free transfer and has since netted 34 goals and provided 18 assists in just 39 appearances.But with just one year left on his current deal, the eight-time Ballon d’Or winner is looking to the future.Messi recently told a family friend that he wants to complete a sensational return to Barcelona.Yanina Latorre told La Nacion: “He [Messi] told me that when he finishes here [Miami], where he is happy, he will return to Barcelona.”Read More in FootballThe Argentina captain also allegedly rejected the possibility of extending his stay in the USA and said: “No, my place is there.”A return as a player could be made complicated due to Barcelona’s ongoing money issues, so he could take up an ambassadorial role.Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham also recently admitted that Messi only sees his future in Spain.Speaking at the Economic Forum in Davos, the England legend said: “I would like Messi to live in Miami when he retires, but Leo told me that he only thinks about living near the Camp Nou.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSDavid Beckham has admitted that Messi intends to go back to BarcelonaCredit: Reuters”There is no player who loves Barcelona as much as he does.”You can see the Barca crest on his leg and even on his water bottle.”Lionel Messi and Luis Suarez’s sons playing in same Inter Miami team as incredible video shows wonderkids in action While Beckham did not disclose exactly when Messi could go back to Barcelona, his Inter Miami co-owner Jorge Mas previously revealed that he will sit down with the forward to discuss his future.Mas said: “I fully expect that when our new stadium opens in 2026, Leo Messi will be our number 10.” More

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      ‘He’s let a lot of people down’ – Marcus Rashford should be ‘BANISHED’ from Man Utd dressing room, slams Paul Scholes

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Paul Scholes claims wantaway star Marcus Rashford should be “banished” from the dressing room amid the ongoing saga regarding his future.Rashford, 27, hasn’t played for United since December 12 and admitted last month he is “ready for a new challenge”.Manchester United legend Paul Scholes slammed Marcus RashfordCredit: YouTube / The OverlapMan Utd boss Ruben Amorim suggested he’s unhappy with the way Rashford trainsCredit: AlamyMan Utd manager Ruben Amorim has left him out of the squad for every game since his last appearance apart from one, in which he was an unused substitute.Amorim also omitted the forward from Sunday’s 1-0 victory at Fulham suggesting he is so unhappy with the way he trains he would rather pick 63-year-old goalkeeping coach Jorge Vital ahead of him.Scholes addressed the ongoing drama and criticised the England international’s attitude as he “let a lot of people down”.The United legend warned Rashford that he’s making the same mistake he committed years ago when he asked Sir Alex Ferguson not to play in a cup game against Arsenal.Read More on Man UtdThe ex-England international believes he should be banned from the dressing room as he sets the wrong example for younger players.Scholes told Sky Bet’s The Overlap: “I think Marcus has let a lot of people down with his attitude and I think that’s what the manager is trying to say.”You think of the young players coming through the team and think of [Alejandro] Garnacho.”They’re looking up to people like Marcus now and he’s 27, he’s clearly not training properly, he’s not living his life properly. They’re the examples these people should look at.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS”I remember years ago when I told the manager [Ferguson] I didn’t want to play in that Arsenal cup game. “The meeting we had afterwards, I thought I was going to get a right b********g here, he said to me, ‘The worst thing you did was let your teammates down’. And that really stuck with me.Rashford admitted last month he is ‘ready for a new challenge’Credit: RexScholes insists Rashford should be ‘banished’ from the Man Utd dressing roomCredit: GettyRuben Amorim has pulled out the nine-millimetre revolver, there’s no way back for Marcus Rashford at Man Utd”Because I wasn’t really thinking about that and now I think Marcus Rashford is doing exactly the same. “Ok, he’s not refusing to play, but in the way he is behaving and the way he’s training…”In a way, he’s saying he doesn’t want to be involved with the team and the fact of letting his teammates down, he should be banished from the dressing room. “If he’s in and around that and young people are seeing that as an example, the sooner he’s gone the better.”England striker Rashford has been offered to clubs all over Europe this January.But only Barcelona remain in the race as teams struggle to take on Rashford’s £325,000-a-week wage packet.Dortmund, AC Milan, and Napoli have all enquired about taking the unsettled star this January.But all have found his wages to be a stumbling block in negotiations.His situation hit a new low last weekend when Amorim claimed he would rather name goalkeeping coach Jorge Vital, 63, on the bench than Rashford.Asked directly about Rashford’s absence against Fulham, Amorim said: “I’d put Vital on the bench before a player who doesn’t give the maximum every day. I’ll not change in that department.“It’s always the same reason. The reason is the training. The way that I see what a footballer should do in training,  in life, every day.  If things don’t change, I will not change.”Rashford’s showdown with Amorim began in December when he was left out of the squad for Manchester United’s victory over Manchester City.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe then gave an interview saying he is ready for a “new challenge”.He told journalist Henry Winter: “For me, personally, I think I’m ready for a new challenge and the next steps.” More

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      Arsenal ‘working out shock transfer move for Aston Villa star Jhon Duran’ but Alexander Isak remains ‘dream target’

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      ARSENAL are reportedly exploring a shock move for Aston Villa star Jhon Duran – even though Alexander Isak remains their “dream target.”The Gunners are in desperate need of attacking reinforcements after several injury blows.Arsenal are exploring a shock deal for Aston Villa striker Jhon DuranCredit: GettyNewcastle’s Alexander Isak remains the Gunners’ dream targetCredit: GettyBukayo Saka and Gabriel Jesus are both long-term absentees.And Mikel Arteta is keen to add an out-and-out striker to his squad of title hopefuls.The Londoners are known to be big fans of Newcastle superstar Isak, who has 19 goals in 25 games this season.While RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Sesko, who has 14 in 27, has also been linked.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut now, Fabrizio Romano reckons that Villa ace Duran has emerged as a likely target before deadline day.The Colombian has netted 12 goals in 29 games so far this term.Duran, who recently signed a new long-term contract, was the subject of a failed £57million bid from West Ham earlier this month.Villa are thought to want £80m to sell their young asset.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSAnd Arsenal are now showing a strong interest in Duran, with “dream target” Isak deemed too expensive right now.Romano told Give Me Sport: “What I’m told is Arsenal made a call in recent weeks to understand the situation of Duran.Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta wants FA to overturn controversial Myles Lewis-Skelly red card “At the moment, there’s no green light from Leipzig for Sesko.“Also Isak, the dream target of Arsenal, he’s super expensive. It’s almost very complicated, nothing in football is impossible but it’s very complicated.“And so in recent weeks, Arsenal called to understand Duran’s situation, but there’s been no direct negotiations with Villa.” More

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      Real Madrid ‘to go all out to sign Enzo Fernandez with Chelsea set to be offered sensational swap transfer’

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      REAL MADRID are reportedly ready to offer an £86million first-team star in a sensational swap deal for Chelsea vice-captain Enzo Fernandez.The Argentine World Cup winner has emerged as a key man for the Blues this season, two years after a record £106million move from Benfica.Real Madrid are lining up a mega swap deal for Chelsea star Enzo FernandezCredit: ReutersFernandez already has three league goals this season, as many as he managed in his previous 18 months at Stamford Bridge.But reports suggest the midfield ace is unsettled at Chelsea.And DSports claims Fernandez has now emerged as a target for Real Madrid.The Spanish champs are said to be huge fans of Enzo Maresca’s vice-skipper.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLReal feel they are lacking in creative midfield areas this season following Toni Kroos’ surprise retirement.And with Luka Modric possibly exiting ahead of his 40th birthday in September, Fernandez would be an ideal signing.However, he is tied down to Chelsea until 2032 on a mega-contract worth £180,000-a-week.It means Real would need to pay a pretty penny for Fernandez’s signature.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSAnd Carlo Ancelotti is ready to soften the blow by offering a player in exchange, with Frenchman Aurelian Tchouameni set to be sacrificed.The versatile holding midfielder was an £86m purchase from Monaco in 2022.Jude Bellingham caught ‘humbling’ LaLiga rival who threatened to knock Real Madrid team-mate out ‘in 10 seconds’Real are ready to part ways with Aurelien TchouameniCredit: AFPHe’s since gone on to make 114 appearances while winning a LaLiga title and Champions League.But nearly half of Tchouameni’s games this season have come at centre-back.He is reportedly unhappy with his lack of chances further up the pitch and is looking for an exit before deadline day.Chelsea could apparently be tempted to accept Real’s offer, which would see them rake in some cash for a new winger while also bolstering their squad with a player of Tchouameni’s quality.Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho has been strongly linked with a move to Stamford Bridge.It’s thougt he could cost as much as £60m, although Napoli are also said to be in talks with the ace. More

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      Ruben Amorim ‘seals first Man Utd signing as club reach agreement for immediate transfer of Patrick Dorgu’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have reached an agreement to sign Patrick Dorgu, according to reports.And the left-back will become Ruben Amorim’s first signing as Red Devils boss – unless Ayden Heaven arrives from Arsenal before the paperwork is completed.Patrick Dorgu looks set to join Manchester United from LecceCredit: SplashAmorim has been keen to bolster his faltering squad during the January transfer window.And the Portuguese chief identified the full-back area as a key place to strengthen.His 3-4-3 formation relies on wing-backs – and he hopes Dorgu can make an immediate impact on the left.As reported by news outlets in Italy including SoloLecce, the deal between United and Lecce is “done”. READ MORE ON MAN UTDIt is claimed Dorgu will make an immediate switch to Old Trafford for an initial £29million – with a further £4m in possible add-ons. Those add-ons are said to be certainly achievable and include Champions League qualification and a set number of Premier League appearances for the youngster. Dorgu, 20, joined Lecce in 2022 and made his senior debut at the beginning of last season.He has racked up 57 appearances for the Serie A club, chipping in with five goals, too.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe 6ft 2ins star – who can play at left-back, wing-back or even as a winger – also has four caps and one goal for Denmark having come through all the youth teams from Under-18s. However, his former manager urged the rising star to SNUB a move to United. Man Utd’s Player Ratings vs FulhamJens Fonnskov Olsen managed Dorgu when he was part of Denmark’s U19s setup.He told Tipsbladet: “If I have to be a little cheeky, I hope he chooses something other than Manchester United right now.”I don’t know if it’s a bad fit, but they’re just in a period where… I don’t know if you can afford to say no to United, but maybe somewhere where there’s a little more structure and where things fit in with his pace.”Sometimes things have to go in the right order, if you can say it like that.”The thing is that there are many paths to the goal.”On what Red Devils fans can expect from Dorgu as a player, though, Olsen added: “Patrick is fast, he is forward-thinking, he can head both offensively and defensively, and he has a very, very good left foot.”He has been really well-educated [at Lecce], especially in the defensive part of the game, where he may have lacked something.”He is a creative player. I am incredibly happy that I brought him in and just believed in him.”I am really happy for him, in terms of how his career has developed.”Dorgu could make his debut in Sunday’s home clash with Crystal Palace – with Diogo Dalot or Noussair Mazraoui likely making way should he come into the starting XI.And the expected incoming could spell the end for both Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia at the club.Heaven, meanwhile, is set to join in a shock swoop.The 18-year-old centre-back is ready to leave Arsenal after rejecting their latest contract offer.And despite interest from Eintracht Frankfurt, Fabrizio Romano reckons an agreement is all sorted for the teenager’s Old Trafford switch – with a medical already booked. Premier League teams have until Monday night to complete their transfer activity.So far, United’s only business has been to send various youth players and winger Antony out on loan.READ MORE SUN STORIESAlejandro Garnacho and Marcus Rashford could both make significant exits from Old Trafford.Chelsea and Napoli are seemingly battling it out for £60m winger Garnacho while finding a club to take Rashford and his mammoth wages could prove tricky. Ayden Heaven is set to swap Arsenal for UnitedCredit: ReutersAlejandro Garnacho and Marcus Rashford could both be on their way out of Old Trafford by MondayCredit: Getty More

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      Rio Ferdinand claims he would threaten to SUE Ruben Amorim if Man Utd boss made Rashford-style comments about him

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Rio Ferdinand said he would threaten to sue manager Ruben Amorim if he talked about him the same way he did with Marcus Rashford.Rashford, 27, has not played for United since December 12, with Amorim, 40, leaving him out of the squad for every game since apart from one, in which he was an unused substitute.Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand addressed Ruben Amorim’s comments about Marcus RashfordCredit: GettyAmorim would rather pick his 63-year-old goalkeeping coach ahead of RashfordCredit: AlamyFerdinand suggested he would sue Amorim if he spoke about him the same way he did with RashfordCredit: GettyThe star forward was once again omitted on Sunday when Man Utd won 1-0 at Fulham and the Portuguese tactician was then quizzed about the player’s situation at Old Trafford.The ex-Sporting Lisbon boss stated he would prefer to have 63-year-old goalkeeping coach Jorge Vital on his bench ahead of the out-of-favour England international.Amorim said: “The reason [why Rashford is not playing] is the training, what I think a footballer should do in training, in life and every day.”I will put [in] Vital before I put [in] a player who doesn’t give the maximum every day.”Read More on Man UtdFerdinand, 46, insists he would be furious if a manager ever spoke about him like that.The ex-England international is adamant he would hold a press conference to bash those claims, if they were indeed baseless.The popular pundit even suggested he would sue the head coach for questioning his “effort” if he was in Rashford’s shoes.Speaking on his Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast, the former United defender said: “If it isn’t true and it was me he said that about, I am coming out all guns blazing.Most read in FootballBest new sign-up offersSunSport exclusives“I’m holding a press conference, I’m coming out and saying, ‘I’m having no one chat about me like that in the media’. “But you only come out if you’re 100 per cent sure that nobody can say you take the shortcuts.Amorim fires extraordinary blast at Rashford and says he’d rather put 63-YEAR-OLD coach on Man Utd bench ahead of him“Sometimes I think in these situations, if you’re doing things right, communicate it.“Because the manager can question how well or bad I’m playing, or my form, but if he’s questioning my effort, I’m sorry, I’m coming back out, next time I’m around any press people – ‘the effort, he needs to take that back or I’m suing him’.“I would love to sit across the table from Marcus, look in his eyes and go, ‘Can you say that? Could you be confident enough to go out and do that? Because if you can’t, look at yourself’.” More