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      Man Utd ‘step up Kalvin Phillips transfer chase and confident of seeing off interest from two Premier League rivals’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly preparing a move for Leeds star Kalvin Phillips.The England international, 26, is a top target for United and viewed as the answer to their midfield problems.
      Manchester United are set to battle Aston Villa for Kalvin PhillipsCredit: Reuters
      The Red Devils have prioritised a midfield addition with Paul Pogba’s contract expiring in the summer.
      Declan Rice and Jude Bellingham are of interest but United think Phillips is a more realistic option, according to the Manchester Evening News.
      He also fits Ralf Rangnick’s preference of signing younger, hungrier players looking for a progressive career move.
      And unlike Rice and Bellingham, Phillips would concentrate on protecting the back four, something United have lacked all season.
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      United are also keen to move for Phillips quickly amid growing interest from Aston Villa and West Ham, with the Hammers bidding for the midfielder in January.
      Villa are prepared to spend £60m to land Phillips so United have to stretch their bid beyond that figure.
      Phillips has two years left on his contract and Leeds are keen to keep him but the club could find it hard to reject such an offer, particularly as contract negotiations with the vice-captain have stalled.
      United have also joined the race to sign Christian Eriksen following his impressive form since signing for Brentford in January.
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      The Dane’s contract expires in the summer and Tottenham are also keen to bring him back to north London.
      Erik ten Hag would reportedly be able to veto any transfer decisions should he take over.
      The Ajax boss is increasingly looking likely to take over at Old Trafford and is believed to have identified Wolves star Ruben Neves as his first signing. More

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      Five Ajax stars who could follow Erik ten Hag to Man Utd in huge transfer raid including Antony and Gravenberch

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      ERIK TEN HAG may look close to home for his first signings if he is appointed Manchester United boss.With a proactive style of play and total football approach, Ten Hag will require individuals that are technically composed and players that show intelligent movement on and off the ball – something lacking in the majority of those currently in the United squad.
      Erik ten Hag is expected to take over as Man Utd managerCredit: Getty
      In order for him to have an instant impact and enjoy a smooth transition into the intensity and physicality of the Premier League, it would be ideal for Ten Hag to bring a few individuals from his current club with him to Man Utd, players who understand what he demands and expects from them.
      Here are the five Ajax players Ten Hag could bring with him to Old Trafford in the summer if he gets the job…
      Antony
      Antony has proven to be one of the most exciting players in Europe through his trickery and dribbling ability, where he has shown the quality to take on two to three players without even needing to be at the top of his game.
      And into his second full season at Ajax, the Brazil international is showing that he isn’t a one-season wonder, as he has 12 goals and eight assists in all competitions this term.
      The Brazilian has broken into the national team setup this season, scoring twice since his debut in October 2021Credit: AFP

      United signed Jadon Sancho thinking he could fill the right-sided hole that’s needed addressing for a decade, however, he has shown to be more effective and dominant down the left flank, leaving the club to start their search once again.
      Antony is known to play as a touchline winger, where he picks up the ball from the flanks and drives inwards and direct at the opposition, which is the type of player the Red Devils have been missing since the days of Sir Alex Ferguson.
      Edson Alvarez
      There has been a lot of attention and focus on the growth of Ryan Gravenberch over the last 18 months, but Edson Alvarez is another holding midfielder of Ajax that United could target.
      He is regarded as technically better and more aerially dominant than his partner in the double pivot.
      The Argentine midfielder has impressed in the Eredivisie and the Champions League this seasonCredit: Getty
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      On top of that, his leadership skills, through his vocal instructions and hand gestures, assists his team-mates in what to do next, as opposition teams tend to press with aggression and intensity from time to time.
      Alvarez could potentially become the first defensive midfielder the Red Devils have signed since Nemanja Matic, a key position that the board have been avoiding over the last couple of years whilst continuing to buy defenders and attackers.
      The 24-year-old could play a crucial role in helping the side by dictating play and nullifying the opponent’s threat on the counter with his ability to read the game.

      Lisandro Martinez
      United’s defensive issues have been ongoing since the start of the season, where they have conceded 40 goals in 29 league matches, which is more than Liverpool and Manchester City PUT TOGETHER so far this season (38).
      Due to the weaknesses within the backline, the board are expected to make some significant changes in the summer, with the Old Trafford club reportedly looking to offload Harry Maguire and Eric Bailly whilst finding an upgrade on Victor Lindelof.
      The 24-year-old has made six appearances for Argentina since his debut in 2019Credit: Getty
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      The Red Devils do not need to look any further than Lisandro Martinez for their centre-back needs, an aggressive and proactive defender who would be the perfect partner for Raphael Varane.
      Formerly playing as a holding midfielder, his technical ability and range of passing is not in question, and he has the positional discipline and recovery pace to help defensively.
      Noussair Mazraoui
      With a number of big-name players available as free agents in the summer, such as Kylian Mbappe, Paulo Dybala and Ousmane Dembele, Noussair Mazraoui has gone under the radar, especially for someone who could make the right-back spot his own for the next five years.
      This position is yet to be confidently taken by anyone at United, with Diogo Dalot in and out of the line-up, whilst Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s technical weaknesses have seen him spend a lot of time on the bench.
      The right-back has chipped in with five league goals already this seasonCredit: Getty
      Morocco international Mazraoui has shown the signs of a modern full-back over the last couple of years at Ajax, where he provides the attacking quality in the final third and constantly offers to move into the half-space area, to make himself a passing option and to ensure his team continues to maintain possession.
      Noting that both Barcelona and Bayern Munich are reportedly interested in the right-back, United will have to act quickly to convince Mazraoui to move to Old Trafford.
      Ryan Gravenberch
      Recently linked with a potential move to Bayern Munich, Ryan Gravenberch is one of the few rising midfielders that will be wanted by many of the top clubs at the end of the season, with agent Mino Raiola looking to have his clients complete big transfer move this summer.
      With Paul Pogba and Nemanja Matic expected to leave Old Trafford in a couple of months’ time, it would make sense for Ten Hag to persuade the 22-year-old to follow him to avoid being left with a lack of quality and depth in midfield.
      The 22-year-old is being touted as the perfect replacement for Paul PogbaCredit: Getty
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      Gravenberch plays as a holding midfielder for Ajax, but his physicality and intelligence to play different types of passes at the right time could see him operate as a box-to-box midfielder at United.
      He is the perfect type of midfielder to bring composure and control to the midfield, something that is currently missing through Fred and Scott McTominay. More

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      Barcelona ‘plot shock Mason Mount transfer and want Chelsea star as part of new-look XI next season’

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      BARCELONA are plotting a shock swoop for Mason Mount, according to reports.Xavi has rapidly got the Nou Camp side firing on all cylinders after a woeful start to the season.
      Barcelona are considering a move for Mason Mount in the summer as Xavi continues his squad overhaul, say reportsCredit: Alamy
      And the club legend is targeting a huge summer overhaul in his bid to reclaim the LaLiga crown he won eight times as a player.
      And FootMercato claim Xavi wants Chelsea and England attacking midfielder Mount as part of his bold revolution.
      Mount, 23, is one of the first names on the Blues’ teamsheet under Thomas Tuchel having been given his shot in the first-team under Frank Lampard in 2019-20.
      Since then, the midfielder has racked up close to 100 Premier League appearances and earned 27 England caps.

      Mount was on Chelsea’s ‘untouchable’ list, but given the uncertainty surrounding the club’s future – with owner Roman Abramovich slapped with sanctions shortly after putting the club up for sale – Barca are looking to take advantage.
      Xavi is now set to test the Blues’ resolve by launching an audacious transfer swoop to add Mount to his young core of fledgling superstars, including Pedri, Gavi, Ansu Fati and Ronald Araujo.
      However, Chelsea could be rescued by the fact Barcelona are also chasing a host of other young midfielders – including Manchester United target Christopher Nkunku.
      The RB Leipzig ace, 24, is one of the most in-demand players in Europe – with Manchester City, Chelsea and Arsenal in the mix for his signature.
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      Barca are also targeting Wolves ace Ruben Neves – Erik ten Hag’s No1 target should he land the Man Utd job, as SunSport exclusively revealed this week.
      Xavi is also looking to continue his attacking overhaul, having already brought Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, Ferran Torres and Adama Traore to the club.
      Memphis Depay looks destined to leave in the summer, with Bayern Munich superstar Robert Lewandowski a top target to join the Nou Camp ranks. More

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      Man Utd ‘to hand Ten Hag huge transfer war chest’ with Kane and Rice on wishlist and SEVENTEEN players facing exit

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are set to hand Erik ten Hag a huge transfer war chest even if they miss out on the Champions League – and both Harry Kane and Declan Rice are on their wishlist.The Red Devils appear to be closing in on appointing Ajax’s Dutch boss as their new permanent manager.
      Harry Kane is on Man Utd’s summer transfer wishlistCredit: Alamy
      West Ham midfielder Declan Rice is another top target for the Red DevilsCredit: Rex
      Now The Telegraph states that United “have finalised a shortlist of targets” to present to the new man this summer.
      It states that a new striker is a top priority with Tottenham’s Harry Kane a target.
      And his England international team-mate Declan Rice is another.
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      The midfielder has long-been admired by the Red Devils – although this report states there is an acknowledgement that the pair are “the most ambitious and costly” on their list.
      And that “there is an acceptance at the club that either deal could be very difficult” to complete.Aston Villa’s John McGinn is another player interesting them.
      The report states a United source said: “We’re pretty clear on who we want and why and we’ve had conversations with them.
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      “When the manager is named it’s a conversation with them to say: ‘Here are our options and recommendations and these are the reasons why. We’ve done the work’.”
      Ten Hag will also have the chance to recommend signings and he could look to bring in stars from Ajax.
      Brazilian forward Anthony, 22, is already attracting interest from the Premier League and is “greatly admired” by Ten Hag.
      As Sun Sport reported previously, United are set for a mass clearout at the end of the campaign with 17 players potentially departing.
      Paul Pogba, Jesse Lingard, Juan Mata and Edinson Cavani will all leave on free transfers if new deals cannot be agreed.
      Meanwhile, reports in recent months have stated that Cristiano Ronaldo could leave if Man Utd do not qualify for the Champions League. More

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      Erik ten Hag ‘will look to bring Ajax centre-back Jurrien Timber with him to Man Utd’ as he plots transfer swoop

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      AJAX manager Erik ten Hag will look to bring Jurrien Timber with him to Manchester United if he takes over at Old Trafford, reports suggest.Ten Hag is the strong favourite to be named Manchester United boss when interim manager Ralf Rangnick moves upstairs to a consultancy role at the end of the season.
      Ajax ace Jurrien Timber has been linked with a summer move to Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      And according to De Telegraaf’s Mike Verweij, who was speaking on the Kick Off podcast, the Dutchman will look to make Ajax ace Timber one of his main transfer targets after joining the Red Devils.
      The centre-back has established himself as a key man in the Eredivisie champions’ backline as Matthijs de Ligt’s successor.
      However, United may not be alone in a potential bid to sign the Netherlands international.
      Manchester City have also been linked with the 20-year-old, who recently admitted he would be keen to play under Pep Guardiola.
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      “I want to grow as a player, use my time at Ajax to become even better. At Ajax, you have to be happy if you are in the starting line-up; that’s why I want to enjoy this time consciously.
      “I play for the prizes here; there is no better place to be. Ajax was always my dream club; I also slept under an Ajax duvet.
      “I plan to stay here for a while. But if Manchester City calls, what should I do?”
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      While Timber could be on Ten Hag’s wishlist, SunSport understands that he’s made Wolves star Ruben Neves his No1 transfer target if he signs with United.
      The 52-year-old tactician, who is in advanced talks with the Red Devils, has followed Neves’ progress since his Porto days and thinks he would be a vital addition to bolster the club’s current midfield woes. More

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      Man Utd ‘to appoint Ten Hag as manager’ REACTION, United ‘were tricked into Cristiano Ronaldo transfer by Man City’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED will appoint Eric ten Hag as their new manager, according to reports.The interview process is said to have come down to a two-horse race between Ten Hag and Mauricio Pochettino, with the Ajax boss ultimately winning out.
      Amid a mixed season for Cristiano Ronaldo at Old Trafford, Man City legend Shaun Goater has suggested United were tricked by Pep Guardiola’s club into signing the five-time Ballon d’Or winner.
      He said: “It could be a really smart chess move from City, who have already thought a few steps ahead, maybe with one eye on the next summer transfer window.
      “And by forcing United’s hand into signing Ronaldo, it’s likely to be one less team who are going to go after a striker this summer.”
      Rooney and Ronaldo rift
      Cristiano Ronaldo has blasted Wayne Rooney after the Derby boss suggested Man United should flog his former team-mate.
      Rooney urged United to get rid of Ronaldo and Paul Pogba ahead of the next season.
      Ronaldo caught wind of Rooney’s comments and implied his ex-United comrade was jealous of him.
      When Rooney posted a pic of himself on Sky Sports duty on Instagram, Ronaldo quipped: “Two Jealous,” underneath the snap.
      Lampard speaks on United game
      Everton boss Frank Lampard is looking forward to the Toffees’ next game against Man United.
      The Toffees were defeated by Burnley tonight but Lampard insists it will be a different ball game when they face United.
      He said: “Manchester United will be a completely different game, with an understanding of the pressure that’s now on it.
      “We can’t pretend tonight didn’t happen, we have to be on a good edge against United.
      “I don’t need picking up, I’m the one that needs to be picking people up.
      “As much as it feels not great tonight, tomorrow you’ve got to focus on Saturday.”
      Fab United pick
      Man United have reportedly sent scouts to watch Porto midfielder Fabio Vieira.
      The Red Devils representatives went to view the attacking midfielder in Porto’s 3-1 victory over Santa Clara recently, according to Record.
      And they chose the right time to check Vieira out as he scored twice and won the man of the match prize.
      Still Fergie time
      Sir Alex Ferguson is netting the equivalent of £235,000 a week — nine years after retiring as Manchester United boss.
      Investments, book deals and public appearances, along with £2million for 20 days a year working as a club ambassador, mean the 80-year-old’s income is still on a Premier League level.
      Sir Alex — known for United’s “Fergie Time” victories at the end of 90 minutes — has seen the value of his personal companies rise to £40million, as he raked in £12.2million last year alone.
      Latest figures for ACF Sports Promotions, the company the Glasgow-born son of a shipbuilder uses for his commercial pay, show his assets rose from £17.5million to £26million in 2021.
      In total, he has £39.2million assets in firms registered at Companies House, up from £27million the year before.
      Assets in three other companies rose by £3.7million to £13.2million.
      Rangnick promotes youngster
      Ralf Rangnick has reportedly promoted teenager Alejandro Garnacho into first-team training.
      The 17-year-old has been bumped up to train with the big boys ahead of United’s match against Everton this weekend.
      It could be one of Rangnick’s last defining acts as Man United boss with Ten Hag set to replace the German this summer.
      A closer look at Rene Meulensteen
      Rene Meulensteen has been touted as Erik Ten Hag’s potential assistant manager when the Dutchman takes over at Man United in the summer.
      The 58-year-old was United’s first team coach from 2007 to 2013.
      Since leaving United in 2013, he has travelled around the world in a variety of different roles.
      He worked at Anzhi Makhachkala in Dagestan, before briefly taking charge as Fulham manager.
      Meulensteen was then appointed as a consultant by the Philadelphia Union in MLS, before a six-month stint as Maccabi Haifa head coach in Israel.
      He then spent a season in charge of India’s Kerala Blasters, ahead of taking on his current role as Australia national team assistant manager in 2018.
      Ronaldo to Inter Miami?
      Man United ‘would gladly sell Cristiano Ronaldo’ this summer, reports claim.
      And David Beckham’s Inter Miami are reportedly keen on a shock transfer.
      Stefano Benzi told CMIT TV that United’s owners, the Glazers, are concerned they’re not getting bang for their buck from Ronnie.
      The Glazers would reportedly be only too happy to part ways with top earner Ronaldo, giving them more dosh to invest in other areas of United’s squad.
      And one potential destination that’s becoming increasingly likely is Inter Miami.
      Ajax’s Ten Hag compensation
      Man United will have to hand Ajax a £2million lump sum in compensation to bring in Ten Hag.
      According to the Daily Mail, Ajax are in line to receive £1.6m from United for Ten Hag.
      But the eye-watering sum will likely be stretched to over £2m to cover the cost of Ten Hag’s backroom staff that will follow him to Old Trafford, the report also states.
      Carragher on Ten Hag appointment
      Jamie Carragher has given Man United’s ‘brave’ decision to appoint Erik Ten Hag as their new manager a thumbs up.
      Speaking to CBS after the news broke, Carragher said: “Yeah I think it’s a good decision, I think it’s a brave decision.
      “The easy choice would have been Pochettino because he’s been in the Premier League before, so they’ve gone for a manager who’s not been in the Premier League.
      “They’ve always gone with the established name if you like in terms of Jose Mourinho, Louis van Gaal. They went with Ole [Gunnar Solskjaer], who was the easy choice.”
      Ten Hag’s transfer list
      Erik Ten Hag has been handed a list of transfer targets by Man United’s recruitment team ahead of his summer switch to the club.
      According to The Mirror, United’s scouting department have been putting together a shortlist of stars they believe will thrive at Old Trafford.
      And now, they want Ten Hag to recruit the identified transfer targets when he takes the reins at Old Trafford in the summer.
      However, the Dutchman will have the final say on any new players and also be allowed to bring in his own set of stars, the report also states.
      Ten Hag’s new assistant manager
      Ten Hag will reportedly be accompanied by former Man United first-team coach Rene Meulensteen to the club.
      Meulensteen was United’s first-team coach under Sir Alex Ferguson from 2007 to 2013.
      And now he’s set to return to the club as Ten Hag’s assistant manager, according to ESPN.
      Ten Hag’s charisma fears
      Ten Hag failed to impress Man United’s board when he was interviewed by them for the manager role, according to reports.
      That’s according to The Independent who claim the Dutchman’s lack of charisma left United’s chief’s to doubt whether he was the right man for the job.
      But in the end it didn’t matter as the Red Devils board picked the Ajax boss to take the reins at Old Trafford ahead of several other big names.
      Ten Hag’s frank assessment
      Erik Ten Hag has told Man United’s board that he needs five years to turn things around at the club.
      That’s according to The Independent who claim Ten Hag told the club the first thing that he will fix is the squad’s physical conditioning.
      Ten Hag fears that the current United squad isn’t fit enough to win the Champions League and he’s going to need some time to change that, The Independent reported.
      Man United’s shortlist
      There were quite a few names linked with the Man United job.
      Spain boss Luis Enrique and Sevilla’s Julen Lopetegui were also on United’s shortlist.
      But it’s Ten Hag who will be tasked with rescuing United – almost a decade after Sir Alex Ferguson’s exit and the club’s last title win.
      Ten Hag cost
      Man United will have to pay Ajax a huge compensation fee to bring in Ten Hag.
      According to Sky Sports, United have been gathering information as to what compensation figure Ajax would be seeking to part ways with Ten Hag.
      They state that sources close to Ajax and Ten Hag have suggested that dialogue has taken place over the financial element of a potential move to Old Trafford.
      And now that the Dutchman has reportedly been picked as Rangnick’s successor, United will need to cough up his compensation fee to appease Ajax.
      Ten Hag pips Poch
      Erik Ten Hag narrowly edged Mauricio Pochettino to the Man United job.
      PSG boss Poch was the favourite for the Red Devils’ role before his side were knocked out of the Champions League.
      But he was overtaken in the running in recent weeks by Ten Hag who’s now be confirmed as United’s new boss, according to reports.
      And ESPN claim that some people at Man United still wanted Poch.
      But the club’s football director John Murtough, technical director Darren Fletcher, chief executive Richard Arnold, and joint-chairman Joel Glazer all agreed that Ten Hag was the best man for the job.
      Ten Hag to be named United’s new boss
      Man United are set to unveil Erik Ten Hag as the club’s next manager, according to reports.
      The Ajax boss has been heavily linked with the United job over the past few months.
      And now, sources in England and Holland claim that the Dutch tactician will be officially named to replace Ralf Rangnick at Old Trafford this summer, ESPN reported.
      Simeone on Man United
      Atletico Madrid boss Diego Simeone has highlighted the main differences between Man United and their rivals Man City.
      Simeone said: “United had different characteristics than City. They are more direct, and quicker.
      “City are more positional, and in all areas, they manage things well. We have to increase and be better at the good things we did (against United).
      “What I like most from teams like City is the effort they have to win the ball back and continue to play attacking.
      “They are lovely to watch. They continue evolving because they have great players, but what wakes me up, the important things are Sterling, De Bruyne.
      “They’re always active, and never leave a ball lost. All managers want that.”
      Romeo shines like Becks
      Romeo Beckham laid on THREE assists as he helped Inter Miami’s B team to a 3-3 draw with Philadelphia Union II last night.
      Playing for Fort Lauderdale CF, Romeo assisted three goals in the last 20 minutes to help his side nick a useful point.
      With his side 2-0 down, he set up Benjamin Cremaschi in the 74th minute, before laying on Shanyder Borgelin’s equaliser in the 81st.
      Boubacar Diallo appeared to have won it for Philly in the 88th minute, only for Romeo and Co to produce some late drama.
      Golden Balls Jr produced a brilliant cross for Borgelin to turn home deep into stoppage time, grabbing his side a point in the process.
      Neville’s son Harvey also featured, playing the full 90 minutes alongside Romeo.
      Ronaldo rallies back against critics
      Cristiano Ronaldo insists he is ‘so happy and motivated’ at Manchester United as he rallied against his critics.
      The former Real Madrid hero said: “I feel so happy and motivated for the rest of the season. 
      “I will do my best, like all the time – so thank you to them (who voted for me) and see you soon at Old Trafford.”
      And on social media the five-time Ballon d’Or claimed he was still far hungrier for team success than personal honours.
      He wrote: “Individual achievements are always welcome, but they are worth so much more when they are connected to collective wins.
      “There are still many things to fight for until the end of the season and we can never quit on achieving the goals that remain possible and within our reach.
      “Let us go for more! Let us fight until our last breath! Let’s go, Devils!”
      Mike Dean’s Wenger fear
      Mike Dean insists Manchester United legend Sir Alex Ferguson is NOT the ‘scariest Premier League manager ever’.
      Instead, the iconic referee insists that award should go to Arsenal favourite Arsene Wenger.
      Dean told BBC Sport: “[Scariest manager?] It has to be Arsene when he was at Arsenal.
      “I always found it tough, not refereeing Arsenal in general but refereeing Arsenal when he was the manager.
      “It was just his presence, he wanted the best for Arsenal all the time, and if he could find any way of getting one over you, he would do.
      “Since he has finished football, I have seen him and he has been great. Cross the white line and everyone is different, like referees. We are normal people.”
      Trevor Sinclair on Man United
      Man United have to undergo a complete squad overhaul before bringing in a new manager.
      That’s the opinion of Trevor Sinclair who reckons Jadon Sancho, Paul Pogba, Raphael Varane, and Cristiano Ronaldo all need to go in order for United’s next manager to be successful.
      Sinclair told talkSPORT: “It doesn’t matter what manager comes in to Manchester United next if they don’t get their eggs in a row properly and put the people in place that they need to.
      “Director of football, philosophy, recruitment, manager, and in that order. [Otherwise] they’re just going to end up with a mismatch of players.
      “You look through the side – you’ve got [Paul] Pogba who’s ready to go. Sancho’s come in as a winger – can’t beat a player, not quick enough.
      “You’ve got Varane, for me the jury’s still out on him. You’ve got Ronaldo, can’t press, so why are you bringing him into the football club in the first place?”
      Mbappe to Man United?
      Arsenal legend Emmanuel Petit has urged Man United to enter the race to sign Kylian Mbappe.
      Petit said: “Maybe there is a club in England. People are talking about Manchester City and Liverpool, but why not Manchester United.
      “I know Kylian is very linked to his town, the fans, family and friends – so it’s a huge decision for him.”
      A Klaass act
      Daavy Klaassen has aimed an incredible insult at Manchester United by questioning why Erik ten Hag would join a club that’s ‘been doing badly for years’.
      Klaassen told Voetball Primeur: “He [Ten Hag] has been doing well with us for years.
      “Manchester United has been doing badly for years.
      “He can also stay. I hope so.”
      Chelsea lead Tchouameni transfer hunt
      Chelsea are currently leading the transfer race to sign Monaco midfielder Aurelien Tchouameni, according to reports.
      The 22-year-old joined Monaco in 2020 and has since been deemed as one of the most promising stars in French football.
      He has made 43 appearances across all competitions this season, scoring three goals and assisting two.
      And now he is wanted by some of Europe’s biggest clubs.
      Manchester United, PSG and Real Madrid have all been linked with the star, but according to Spanish outlet Sport as per SportWitness, Chelsea are currently leading the race for his signature.
      The Blues have reportedly been tracking the Frenchman for months and are eager to try and put a deal in place.
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