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3rd Aug 2024, 18:22By Jon Boon

McTominay move priced out

Galatasaray cannot afford the transfer fee for Scott McTominay, according to reports.

The Turkish giants wanted to add the Scotland midfielder to their ranks.

However, TeamTalk claims the £30million asking price is out of their reach.

Instead, they may move for Man City's out of favour midfielder Kalvin Phillips.

3rd Aug 2024, 17:17By Ciaran Wiseman

United hero in action?

Manchester United fans all said the same thing after seeing Henrik Larsson compete at the Paris Olympics.

However, it was not the former Red Devils striker lining up for the 100m heats and instead his 24-year-old namesake, also from Sweden.

Reacting on social media, one fan wrote: "Bloody hell, he's in good shape for his age."

Another added: "Henrik Larsson is now into athletics after a successful footballing career? That's wonderful."

3rd Aug 2024, 16:28By Ciaran Wiseman

Ugarte wants United

Manuel Ugarte is still waiting for the green light to join Manchester United, Fabrizio Romano reports.

The Uruguay midfielder agreed personal terms with the Red Devils last month.

United remain in negotiations with Paris Saint-Germain over a fee, with a loan including an obligation to buy a possibility.

Ugarte remains a top target for United, although outgoings are their current priority.

3rd Aug 2024, 15:43By Ciaran Wiseman

United's first five

Manchester United begin their Premier League campaign at home to Fulham on August 16.

Erik ten Hag's side also host Liverpool in their first five matches of the new season.

3rd Aug 2024, 15:00By Ciaran Wiseman

Mazraoui set to join

Noussair Mazraoui is set to fly to England to complete his move to Manchester United in the coming days.

According to Foot Mercato, an agreement has now been reached with Bayern Munich to sign the 26-year-old full-back.

The German giants have given Mazraoui permission to travel to Manchester and finalise the deal.

He has already agreed personal terms on a five-year deal with the option of a further year.

3rd Aug 2024, 14:15By Ciaran Wiseman

Ten Hag on Amass

Erik ten Hag has tipped Harry Amass to break into the Manchester United first-team.

The Red Devils boss said: "He is not that far along now [as Mainoo was] at this moment, but if we train him well, if we coach him well, then in three months it’s possible that he can be at that point.

"But in this moment he needs to catch up and he has to develop some of the skills needed to play for Manchester United, when we are competing for the highest position in the league.

"But with big talent it can go very quickly and it is very interesting to see if he is capable of doing this."

3rd Aug 2024, 13:30By Ciaran Wiseman

High hopes for Amass

Manchester United have high hopes for academy prospect Harry Amass.

The 17-year-old left-back has impressed during their USA tour, easing concerns if Luke Shaw faces another lengthy lay-off next season.

Amass is an England youth international and was called up to first-team training back in February.

The teenager explained: “Anything can happen at any time. Injuries come about and you’ve just got to take your chance when it comes.

“This pre-season is a chance to prove that if I am picked I can do it. Obviously we’ll see what happens when Luke and Tyrell come back.

“My intention is to play first-teamfootballat this club.

“I think if the opportunity comes, I’ve got to take it with both hands, it could change my career. I am just waiting for that moment, I am ready.”

3rd Aug 2024, 12:45By Ciaran Wiseman

Weghorst plans for retirement

Former Manchester United striker Wout Weghorst is preparing for his career post-football.

The Dutch international, 31, plans to launch a holistic school in the Netherlands.

Weghorst is amongst the leaders of a group named Wise that wants to "innovate the education system".

He has been in his home town of Twente to explore locations to build his school.

3rd Aug 2024, 12:00By Ciaran Wiseman

Amrabat future

Sofyan Amrabat is likely to be excluded from Fiorentina's plans for the new season.

The Moroccan midfielder returned to training this week following his loan spell at Manchester United.

However, La Nazione report that he is not part of new manager Raffaele Palladino's plans.

It is understood he will not feature in pre-season as Fiorentina look to secure £17million for his services.

3rd Aug 2024, 11:15By Ciaran Wiseman

Greenwood left out

Mason Greenwood has been left out of Marseille's squad for their friendly against Sunderland.

The French side take on the Black Cats at Bradford's Valley Parade on Saturday.

According to La Provence, Greenwood will not be involved due to a muscle injury.

The 22-year-old joined Marseille from Manchester United for £27million earlier this summer.

3rd Aug 2024, 10:26By Ciaran Wiseman

Inter rival Hammers

Inter Milan have entered the race to sign Aaron Wan-Bissaka from Manchester United.

West Ham have already agreed personal terms with the full-back but are yet to strike a deal with United.

According to Football Insider, Inter are now ready to rival the Hammers and could hijack their deal.

3rd Aug 2024, 05:00By Ciaran Wiseman

Bale rejected United

Gareth Bale rejected Manchester United to join Real Madrid in 2013, David Moyes has revealed.

The former Wales winger completed a then world record transfer from Tottenham 11 years ago.

Moyes has now explained, viaDiario AS: “I wanted Gareth Bale. United always had great wide players like David Beckham and Ryan Giggs, so I thought he’d fit in.

“We made the biggest offer to Tottenham and the player, we had a helicopter waiting for him, but his heart was set on Real Madrid.”

3rd Aug 2024, 03:00By Ciaran Wiseman

Newcastle target Marc Guehi

Newcastle have opened talks with Crystal Palace over a move for Marc Guehi.

Guehi has rejected a new contract at Selhurst Park and his current deal expires in 2026.

According toThe Athletic, the Magpies have now made a move to sign the centre-back.

The England international has also had interest from Arsenal, Tottenham and Manchester United.

3rd Aug 2024, 01:00By Ciaran Wiseman

Bayern turn down Man Utd

Manchester United have seen a joint bid for Bayern Munich stars Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui rejected.

De Ligt has not travelled with the Bayern squad to South Korea for theirpre-seasongames, as he eyes an exit.

Mazraoui,who also played under the Red Devils’ boss Erik ten Hag at Ajax, could come in to compete withDiogo Dalotfor the right-back spot.

The Manchester giants hoped their joint bid would be enough to secure the targets but the offer was rejected by theBundesligagiants, according to The Athletic.

It is not yet known how much was put on the table in order to snap up the pair, though United’s £30million bid for De Ligt was turned down last week.

Agent Rafaela Pimenta, who represents both players, was reportedly shocked that Bayern changed their stance especially after new managerVincent Kompanyinformed the defenders they were surplus to requirements ahead of the coming window.

De Ligt and Mazraoui havereportedly agreed personal terms on five-year dealsat Old Trafford.

2nd Aug 2024, 22:15By Ciaran Wiseman

Leaving United 'best decision I ever made' says Pereira

Andreas Pereira has described leaving Manchester United as "the best decision I ever made".

The midfielder left for Fulham in 2022 and has since broken into the Brazil squad.

Reflecting on the move, Pereira told the Evening Standard: "I think it was the best decision I made in my life.

"To come to live and play here, to enjoy myfootball, to get back into the national team with great players, to enjoy my football in the Premier League, leaving is the best decision I made.

"The time I was there, I really enjoyed being at a fantastic club. But I don’t regret leaving. We [the players in my situation] have this desire to show it was wrong that we didn’t play."

2nd Aug 2024, 21:30By Ciaran Wiseman

Marcus Rashford boost

Marcus Rashford has been pictured in Manchester United’s latest training session.

Rashford was running the show on Thursday’s 3-2 victory over Real Betis until he hobbled off in pain after a heavy challenge on his ankle.

But manager Erik ten Hag is confident the forward will recover from his injury quickly.

The England international rejoined his team-mates for practice in the US and looked to be in high spirits.

2nd Aug 2024, 20:48By Ciaran Wiseman

Man Utd reject Fulham bid

Manchester United have turned down a bid from Fulham for Scott McTominay.

Utd have rejected a new offer of £20million from the Cottagers who are keeping close tabs on McTominay.

The Red Devils are holding out for £30m to sell the midfielder this summer.

Fulham have also just signed Emile Smith Rowe from Arsenal for a club record £34m.

2nd Aug 2024, 20:04By Ciaran Wiseman

Bale rejected United

Gareth Bale rejected Manchester United to join Real Madrid in 2013, David Moyes has revealed.

The former Wales winger completed a then world record transfer from Tottenham 11 years ago.

Moyes has now explained, via Diario AS: "I wanted Gareth Bale. United always had great wide players like David Beckham and Ryan Giggs, so I thought he’d fit in.

"We made the biggest offer to Tottenham and the player, we had a helicopter waiting for him, but his heart was set on Real Madrid."

2nd Aug 2024, 19:15By Ciaran Wiseman

United miss out

Former Manchester United target Joao Neves is moving closer to signing for Paris Saint-Germain from Benfica.

The French giants have agreed a £51million deal with up to £8.5million in add-ons for the Portugal midfielder.

Renato Sanches will return to Benfica on loan as part of the deal.

According toFabrizio Romano, Neves has now completed his PSG medical and signed his contracts ahead of the move.

2nd Aug 2024, 18:30By Ciaran Wiseman

United land defender

Manchester United have confirmed the signing of Sweden international Anna Sandberg.

The defender signs from BK Hacken on a three-year deal with the option of a further year.

Sandberg's arrival represents a record fee for a Swedish women's player.

2nd Aug 2024, 17:45By Ciaran Wiseman

Wan-Bissaka update

West Ham have agreed personal terms with Aaron Wan-Bissaka ahead of a move to the London Stadium.

However, the Hammers are yet to meet Manchester United's asking price, reports Sky Sports Germany.

United are said to value the right-back at £18million, but West Ham have so far only offered £10million.

2nd Aug 2024, 16:59By Kostas Lianos

Newcastle target Marc Guehi

Newcastle have opened talks with Crystal Palace over a move for Marc Guehi.

Guehi has rejected a new contract at Selhurst Park and his current deal expires in 2026.

According toThe Athletic, the Magpies have now made a move to sign the centre-back.

The England international has also had interest from Arsenal, Tottenham and Manchester United.

MARC MADE England star Marc Guehi in shock transfer talks to Newcastle

2nd Aug 2024, 16:12By Kostas Lianos

Bayern turn down Man Utd

Manchester United have seen a joint bid for Bayern Munich stars Matthijs de Ligt and Noussair Mazraoui rejected.

De Ligt has not travelled with the Bayern squad to South Korea for theirpre-seasongames, as he eyes an exit.

Mazraoui,who also played under the Red Devils’ boss Erik ten Hag at Ajax, could come in to compete withDiogo Dalotfor the right-back spot.

The Manchester giants hoped their joint bid would be enough to secure the targets but the offer was rejected by theBundesligagiants, according to The Athletic.

It is not yet known how much was put on the table in order to snap up the pair, though United’s £30million bid for De Ligt was turned down last week.

Agent Rafaela Pimenta, who represents both players, was reportedly shocked that Bayern changed their stance especially after new managerVincent Kompanyinformed the defenders they were surplus to requirements ahead of the coming window.

De Ligt and Mazraoui havereportedly agreed personal terms on five-year dealsat Old Trafford.

NO DEAL Man Utd's joint bid to sign De Ligt and Mazraoui rejected by Bayern Munich

2nd Aug 2024, 15:12By Kostas Lianos

Marcus Rashford boost

Marcus Rashford has been pictured in Manchester United's latest training session.

Rashford was running the show on Thursday's 3-2 victory over Real Betis until he hobbled off in pain after a heavy challenge on his ankle.

But manager Erik ten Hag is confident the forward will recover from his injury quickly.

The England international rejoined his team-mates for practice in the US and looked to be in high spirits.

2nd Aug 2024, 14:08By Kostas Lianos

Man Utd reject Fulham bid

Manchester United have turned down a bid from Fulham for Scott McTominay.

Utd have rejected a new offer of £20million from the Cottagers who are keeping close tabs on McTominay.

The Red Devils are holding out for £30m to sell the midfielder this summer.

Fulham have also just signed Emile Smith Rowe from Arsenal for a club record £34m.