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MANCHESTER UNITED are battling with Chelsea for the signature of Brazilian wonderkid Endrick – who could cost around £51m.
Elsewhere, Frenkie De Jong's transfer saga to United rumbles on, with a dispute over unpaid wages holding up the move.
United icon Cristiano Ronaldo is planning a summer exit from Old Trafford, and Piers Morgan has revealed that he is trying to convince the Portuguese idol to make the switch to the Emirates.
Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest have reportedly made an 'important' proposal to Jesse Lingard despite West Ham chasing the England international's signature.
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- Justin Lawrence
Ten Hag reviews attacking options
Erik ten Hag has refused to rule out a move for more attackers this summer.
The Dutchman's been happy with Man United's current crop of stars.
But he admits they'll need a few alternatives in attack to compete at the highest level.
He told the club's media: "You need more options, that is clear.
"It's vital if you want to get success, the season is really long but we have time to fill that in."
- Justin Lawrence
Ronaldo willing to take pay cut
Cristiano Ronaldo's willing to take a 30 percent pay cut to force a move away from Man United, reports claim.
The winger's having a tough time finding a suitor since declaring his desire to leave Old Trafford.
And he hopes taking a hit to his pockets will entice a team into signing him because he's desperate to quit United, the Daily Star reported.
- Justin Lawrence
Ten Hag happy with attack
Erik ten Hag is happy with how his Man United attack have connected during the pre-season.
Ten Hag's unleashed Anthony Martial, Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sanchoup front with Bruno Fernandes in a supporting role.
And the Dutchman's been thoroughly impressed by what he's seen thus far.
He told the club's media: "You see they connect really good together and I think when you see that, you are lucky as a manager.
"The team is lucky. We have weapons. We have to improve that every day and develop."
- Gary Stonehouse
Morning, United fans
Raphael Varane says United's players have never doubted "legend" Cristiano Ronaldo – as the wantaway striker struggles to find a taker.
Madrid giants Real and Atletico appear to have joined other European giants like PSG, Bayern and Chelsea in ruling out a move for the Portugal striker.
But Old Trafford defender Varane denied Red Devils' stars have questioned Ron's place in the team, despite claims the 37-year-old can't play a pressing game.
The Frenchman said: “That debate was outside of the dressing room.
“We know his quality. Cristiano is a great competitor. He’s a legend and he always helps the team, so obviously it’s very good to play with him.”
Ronaldo is reportedly heading for more showdown talks with boss Erik ten Hag.
And it's claimed the ex-Real hero would take a 30 PER CENT pay cut for the right move this summer.
Meanwhile, Ten Hag has blocked Old Trafford chiefs from selling frontman Anthony Martial – and says he also hopes to revive Donny van de Beek's Old Trafford career.
The Red Devils and Chelsea are being linked with Benjamin Pavard, amid suggestions Bayern would accept £30million for the France defender.
But it's been a quiet 24 hours in the Frenkie de Jong saga, although the bookies still rate United as favourites to land the Barcelona midfielder ahead of Chelsea.
Meanwhile, the Red Devils are reportedly ready to pay up to £60m for Ajax winger Antony.
And outgoing United midfielder Jesse Lingard has rejected West Ham in favour of a £200,000-a-week free transfer to Prem new boys Nottingham Forest.
- Ian Tuckey
Raphael hails 'great competitor' Cristiano
Raphael Varane says Manchester United’s players have never doubted “legend” Cristiano Ronaldo’s value to the team.
Red Devils’ centre-back Varane insists any question marks against the wantaway striker, 37, have come from OUTSIDE the squad.
With Ron missing from United’s tour squad, the France star told BBC Sport: “That debate was outside of the dressing room.
“We know his quality. And we know he’s very famous. So we know a lot of people will speak about the performance of the team and his performance.
“Cristiano is a great competitor. He’s a legend and he always helps the team, so obviously it’s very good to play with him.”
Ron hit 24 goals last season but some critics suggested he’s unsuitable for a pressing game that new boss Erik ten Hag might want to adopt.
- Ian Tuckey
‘Erik and Ron heading for new showdown talks’
Erik ten Hag will meet wantaway Manchester United legend Cristiano Ronaldo for crunch talks, reports tonight suggest.
Boss Ten Hag has claimed United could still build their team around Ronald this season.
But it’s claimed the Portugal striker, 37, is prepared to take a 30% pay cut to move on.
Now it’s suggested that Ten Hag will hold a clear-the-air meeting ahead of what’s supposed to be Ron’s second term back at Old Trafford.
Atletico Madrid, former club Real, Chelsea and PSG have reportedly ruled out an approach for the ex-Juventus hero.
And it seems Ronaldo is struggling to find serious offers.
- Ian Tuckey
Ten Hag tells Utd to keep Martial
Erik ten Hag has blocked Manchester United from selling Anthony Martial and also believes he can get Donny van de Beek firing again.
And new manager Ten Hag now sees the French striker as an important member of his squad.
United were ready to listen to offers for the out-of-form player after farming him out on loan to Sevilla last season.
But Ten Hag told club chiefs he wants to keep him and is convinced he can get him firing again.
The Dutchman also had a heart-to-heart chat with Martial, 26, who has been in inspired form on their pre-season tour of Thailand and Australia.
He has scored in all three of the Red Devils’ friendlies, which they have won 4-0 against Liverpool, 4-1 over Melbourne Victory and 3-1 against Crystal Palace.
Ten Hag is also hoping to work his magic on Van de Beek – who he managed at Ajax.
Like Martial, the Holland midfielder was sent out on what proved to be an unsuccessful loan last season, in his case to Everton.
But Ten Hag said: “Donny has the capability. I have seen it but he has to prove himself.
- Ian Tuckey
Forest ‘offered Jesse higher pay than Hammers’
Jesse Lingard has agreed a £200,000-a-week deal to join Nottingham Forest on a free transfer.
The ex-Manchester United midfielder has verbally committed to a one-year contract at the City Ground.
Lingard held talks with West Ham but the England star has opted for a move to the Premier League newboys, who offered bigger wages than David Moyes’ Hammers.
It is believed the 29-year-old has already undergone a medical ahead of putting pen to paper with Steve Cooper’s men.
Forest are set to smash their wage structure by signing Lingard with their next highest earner Steve Cook on £35,000-a-week according to Capology.
Lingard left United after more than 20 years of service at Old Trafford, coming through the youth ranks to the first team.
But the 32-capped Three Lions ace fell out of favour with the Red Devils and had a spell on loan with West Ham during the 2020-21 season.
Lingard enjoyed a successful time in east London, scoring nine goals in 16 Prem starts.
- Ian Tuckey
Jong ‘n short odds
Frenkie De Jong’s reported claims he’d rather join Chelsea than Manchester United doesn’t wash with the bookies.
Coral rate the Barcelona midfielder 6/4 to join his old Ajax boss Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford and 3/1 for a switch to Stamford Bridge.
The main stumbling block on a deal – of around £63million – seems to be the Holland star’s reluctance to leave the Nou Camp.
- Ian Tuckey
Rashford book to boost kids’ self-belief
Marcus Rashford’s new book You Can Do It is out in shops and online today, writes ETIENNE FERMIE.
The Manchester United hero wrote inspiring debut You are a Champion last year – selling more than 220,000 copies in the UK.
Rashford’s latest title, co-written with Carl Anka, is aimed at 10-14-year-olds and is intended to inspire people to find their voice, while celebrating being different.
The title also aims to encourage its readers to be kind to themselves and others, while using their voices to inspire positive change.
Readers will learn about being team players like Rashford at Man United, as well as bouncing back from set-backs.
Rashford, 24, who was awarded an MBE for his fearless work helping the disadvantaged, is passionate about giving kids more opportunities to read.
Via the Marcus Rashford Book Club, the generous England international has donated 250,000 books to kids across the country that need them most.
Through an initiative with WHSmith, one book will be gifted to a disadvantaged child for every copy bought at the retailer.
- Ian Tuckey
Varane backs 'very important' Maguire
Raphael Varane insists fellow centre-back Harry Maguire remains a "very important" Manchester United player – despite fans booing the skipper in a friendly against Crystal Palace.
England ace Maguire has been under fire for his United displays over the past year.
But Varane said: "Competition is good for the team. Harry is a very important player for us.
"He's the captain and obviously he has a lot of good qualities.
"The team will always be better with this competition.
"Every great club is like this. If everyone wants to fight for the team, that's a good thing."
- Ian Tuckey
Your odds-on to join Gunners
Arsenal are odds-on to sign main target Youri Tielemans.
Manchester United remain outsiders with Spurs and Newcastle to land the Leicester midfielder.
That’s despite increasing speculation the Belgium hero would consider switching to Old Trafford.
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- Ian Tuckey
Utd 'could bid up to £60m for Antony'
Manchester United would reportedly consider bidding up to £60million for Ajax winger Antony.
That's despite Barcelona valuing United's main target Frenkie de Jong at £63m.
The Red Devils are now strong favourites ahead of Chelsea to sign De Jong.
- Ian Tuckey
Red Devils and Chelsea duel for £51m kid Endrick
Manchester United and Chelsea can land Brazil’s next big thing for £51million after he signed a new deal with Palmeiras on his birthday.
Endrick, 16, put pen to paper on a three-year deal with the Verdao, who are looking to cash in on one of the world’s highest-rated youngsters.
The striker has already attracted interest from the Premier League with United and the Blues keeping tabs, while Liverpool and Manchester City are also keen.
The Brazil Under-16 international has also been linked with Real Madrid, Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain.
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Endrick is set to become “one to watch” in the market.
Romano tweeted: “Brazilian jewel Endrick turns 16 today and signs new deal with Palmeiras: it will be valid until 2025, including a release clause worth €60m.
“There’s already a battle between the European top clubs to sign Endrick. One to watch on the market, soon.”
Endrick has yet to play for Palmeiras’ senior squad but has put in consistently-high performances for the youth sides, scoring a whopping 165 goals in 169 games.
- Ian Tuckey
Timber hopes come crashing down
Manchester United are set for another transfer blow with Jurrien Timber ‘getting closer’ to signing a new contract with Ajax.
The 21-year-old Dutch international has been heavily linked with a move to the Red Devils this summer as new manager Erik ten Hag sets about raiding his former club.
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, however, the versatile defender and the Dutch giants are closing in on a ‘full agreement’.
Both parties are discussing fresh terms and appear to have held ‘positive’ talks.
- Ian Tuckey
Varane: Utd squad all rate Ron
Raphael Varane says Manchester United's players have never doubted "legend" Cristiano Ronaldo's value to the team.
Red Devils' centre-back Varane insists any question marks against the wantaway striker, 37, have come from OUTSIDE the squad.
With Ron missing from United's tour squad, the France star told BBC Sport: "That debate was outside of the dressing room.
"We know his quality. And we know he's very famous. So we know a lot of people will speak about the performance of the team and his performance.
"Cristiano is a great competitor. He's a legend and he always helps the team, so obviously it's very good to play with him."
Ron hit 24 goals last season but some critics suggested he's unsuitable for a pressing game that new boss Erik ten Hag might want to adopt.
- Ian Tuckey
Utd and Chelsea 'both keen on Pavard'
Chelsea have joined Manchester United in monitoring Bayern Munich defender Benjamin Pavard, according to L’Equipe.
It's claimed the German giants would consider selling the 45-cap Frenchman for around £30million.
Pavard would reportedly prefer to play in central defence rather than right-back.
The former Stuttgart star, 26, has played 119 games for Bayern – but just 22 times in the middle of the rearguard.
And he faces stiff competition in the centre from new boy Matthijs de Ligt, ex-Arsenal and Chelsea target Dayot Upamecano, Lucas Hernandez and Tanguy Nianzou.
- Ian Tuckey
Utd could go on a summer Benja
Manchester United are the latest club to be linked with a move for Bayern Munich defender Benjamin Pavard.
The French international’s time at the Allianz Arena appears up with agent Pini Zahavi actively searching for a new club.
Chelsea appear to have already passed on the 26-year-old, but United are thought to be entertaining the prospect given Pavard’s versatility in the back line.
Reports earlier this week suggested that Erik ten Hag would not be able to target a right-back until Aaron Wan-Bissaka had been sold.
But French publication L’Equipe understand that Pavard sees his future at centre-back, and wants assurances of a first team starting spot.
Juventus and Atletico Madrid are also considering making a bid for the player.
- Ian Tuckey
Forest 'offered Jesse higher pay than Hammers'
Jesse Lingard has agreed a £200,000-a-week deal to join Nottingham Forest on a free transfer.
The ex-Manchester United midfielder has verbally committed to a one-year contract at the City Ground.
Lingard held talks with West Ham but the England star has opted for a move to the Premier League newboys, who offered bigger wages than David Moyes’ Hammers.
It is believed the 29-year-old has already undergone a medical ahead of putting pen to paper with Steve Cooper’s men.
Forest are set to smash their wage structure by signing Lingard with their next highest earner Steve Cook on £35,000-a-week according to Capology.
Lingard left United after more than 20 years of service at Old Trafford, coming through the youth ranks to the first team.
But the 32-capped Three Lions ace fell out of favour with the Red Devils and had a spell on loan with West Ham during the 2020-21 season.
Lingard enjoyed a successful time in east London, scoring nine goals in 16 Prem starts.
- Ian Tuckey
Lingard 'agrees Forest move'
Jesse Lingard has reportedly agreed to join Nottingham Forest on a free transfer.
The outgoing Manchester United midfielder was linked to former loan club West Ham.
- Ian Tuckey
'Erik and Ron heading for new showdown talks'
Erik ten Hag will meet wantaway Manchester United legend Cristiano Ronaldo for crunch talks, reports tonight suggest.
Boss Ten Hag has claimed United could still build their team around Ronald this season.
But it's claimed the Portugal striker, 37, is prepared to take a 30% pay cut to move on.
Now it's suggested that Ten Hag will hold a clear-the-air meeting ahead of what's supposed to be Ron's second term back at Old Trafford.
Atletico Madrid, former club Real, Chelsea and PSG have reportedly ruled out an approach for the ex-Juventus hero.
And it seems Ronaldo is struggling to find serious offers.
- Ian Tuckey
Ron ready to reduce wages for right move
Cristiano Ronaldo is prepared to take a significant pay cut in order to escape Old Trafford, according to Ben Jacobs.
The CBS Sports Golazo journalist reports that the Manchester United forward could agree to a deal 30% lower than his current contract if it meant playing Champions League football next season.
However, no club involved in Europe’s stellar competition are currently prepared to take a chance on the 37-year-old with both Madrid clubs – Atletico and Ronaldo’s former side Real – ruling themselves out.
Jacobs also states that agent Jorge Mendes offered the Portuguese legend to Barcelona, who opted instead to sign Robert Lewandowski.
- Ian Tuckey
Rio carnival
Manchester United icon Rio Ferdinand has shared memories of his boozy first pre-season tour as a pro.
Ferdinand, 43, is considered to be the greatest ever Premier League defender by SunSport readers.
Ferdinand went on to make 454 appearances for Man Utd and got 81 caps for England.
But the strong centre-back still saw the fun side of football back when he was a young player at West Ham with Frank Lampard.
He spoke on his Vibe with Five podcast about his introduction to pre-season tours with the Hammers.
He said: "The young kids get to see, live and breathe how a first team player actually lives, it’s beautiful for the young kids. I’ve done it myself with West Ham, that was great.
"We went somewhere like Scotland and, to be fair, back then it wasn’t as professional so I was watching how not to do it.
"Players were getting ready for a night out, bringing their best clothes, bringing their best dancing shoes.
"There was a whip round at the end of the tour to go on an all dayer and an all nighter at West Ham. You always had your dancing shoes on. If you came and you didn’t bring about two or three going out outfits you were in the wrong club at West Ham."
- Ian Tuckey
From Jan Utd to new Prem club?
West Ham and Everton are among two clubs considering a move for former Manchester United man Adnan Januzaj.
AS report that the Belgian is available on a free transfer following the expiry of his contract with Real Sociedad.
Napoli and Sevilla are also interested in the 27-year-old winger, who has 15 caps for his country.
Januzaj made 63 appearances during his time at Old Trafford, scoring five goals.
- Ian Tuckey
Jong 'n short odds
Frenkie De Jong’s reported claims he’d rather join Chelsea than Manchester United doesn’t wash with the bookies.
Coral rate the Barcelona midfielder 6/4 to join his old Ajax boss Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford and 3/1 for a switch to Stamford Bridge.
The main stumbling block on a deal – of around £63million – seems to be the Holland star’s reluctance to leave the Nou Camp.
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