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The summer transfer window is now around the corner and Man United will be out to improve their squad as they prepare for a return to the Champions League.
The Red Devils have been rejuvenated under Erik ten Hag this season, finishing third, winning the Carabao Cup and still having the FA Cup final to play.
However, they will want to be challenging for the Premier League title next campaign and some huge additions are being targeted to compete with rivals Manchester City at the top of the table.
Top stories
- Chelsea reject new £55m Mason Mount bid – but Man United still hopeful of deal
- Manchester United ‘tell Harry Kane to submit transfer request’ to force Tottenham exit
- Southampton will demand a £50million fee for Manchester United target Romeo Lavia
- Manchester United step up Rasmus Hojlund interest as Erik ten Hag eyes two new strikers
- Mason Greenwood spotted back in training with Manchester United future still uncertain
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Mason Greenwood has put his house in Cheshire up for sale, according to The Sun.
This has added to the speculation over his future at Manchester United, with Greenwood’s supposed decision to sell his house hinting that he is likely to leaving Old Trafford.
The 21-year-old was spotted back in training this week but remains suspended by Manchester United as they continue to conduct an internal investigation into him.
Charges of attempted rape, assault and coercive and controlling behaviour against him were dropped in February.
He has been suspended since January 2022, following his initial arrest.
Eric Bailly and Alex Telles are regarded as the ‘must-sells’ by Manchester United this summer.
That is according to the MEN’s Samuel Luckhurst who reports that the pair are set to leave the club as a priority.
Bailly and Telles both have one year left on their current deals and are not expected to have their extensions triggered once they run out.
The defenders spent last season out on loan at Marseille and Sevilla respectively and yet to make an appearance for Man United under Erik ten Hag.
Manchester United are reportedly unhappy with Chelsea after their latest offer was rejected.
The Red Devils made a third bid worth an initial £50million plus a further £5million in add-ons for the England midfielder but it has been rejected.
And according to Manchester Evening News, the club’s Football Director John Murtough is understood to be unhappy with Chelsea’s strategy of communicating United’s bids through the club’s dedicated correspondents in London.
Sources say Murtough’s “hands are tied” due to United’s finances and there is a precise bidding structure to progress with potential deals.
Man United believe Chelsea are overvaluing Mount as he is out of contract next year and wants to leave.
United’s bargaining position is weakened by a tight budget they do not want to compromise amid their intention to sign a striker.
Reports that Manchester United target Andre Onana has changed his agent are false.
Onana had been rumoured to have changed his agent to help try and push his move to Old Trafford through, however, Fabrizio Romano claims that those reports are not true.
The same representative will remain in charge of negotiations after meeting with Man United earlier this week to discuss a deal.
Chelsea have rejected another offer from Manchester United for Mason Mount.
The Red Devils made a third bid worth an initial £50million plus a further £5million in add-ons for the England midfielder.
However, that proposal has been turned down by Chelsea.
United had been insistent that their third offer was final and they were prepared to walk away from the deal if Chelsea knocked it back.
But with Erik ten Hag identifying Mount as a key signing for the club, United sources remain hopeful of coming to an agreement.
Despite Chelsea playing hardball over the fee, they are willing to let Mount join their Premier League rivals and have offered to meet with United in order to find an amicable solution.
A deal totalling £60million would likely be enough to get it done.
Darren Bent says that he understands the reasons why Manchester United fans want Marcus Rashford to stay.
The forward is closing in on an eye-watering new contract with £275,000 per week as the Red Devils look to tie down the homegrown star.
Despite a wonderful season, the figures discussed are huge for a player who has struggled to perform consistently in the Premier League in recent years.
However according to Darren Bent, it’s clear why United are keen to keep him at all costs.
Manchester United are considering handing Alejandro Garnacho the famous No.7 shirt.
Garnacho’s rise at Man United has led to the winger gaining the reputation of an up and coming star and he was given a new five-year contract in April.
And now he may be rewarded with the No.7 shirt, according to Manchester Evening News.
The 18-year-old would become the first teenager to wear the number for the club since Cristiano Ronaldo 21 years ago.
Manchester United have now made their third bid for Mason Mount, according to reports.
The Times claim that the Red Devils have made a new bid of £50m plus £5m in add ons for the Chelsea star.
talkSPORT revealed earlier that Mount’s camp are confident his move to United will soon be completed.
Fiorentina midfielder Sofyan Amrabat has snubbed a potential move to Manchester United.
Italian outlet Calciomercato claim that the Moroccan World Cup star has decided to join Atletico Madrid this summer instead.
The report adds that Atleti are still not willing to meet Fiorentina’s £25million price tag, with Amrabat’s current contract set to expire at the end of next season.
Anderlecht CEO Jesper Fredberg has dropped a subtle hint over the future of Manchester United-linked goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen.
Speaking to Belgian outlet La Derniere Heure, Fredberg said: “I promise there will be transfers by the start of the season.
“There will also be departures, but we will have a good team. We will be ready, there is no doubt about that.
“We are not going to change the whole team, but there will be something new. However, we will only make transfers if a possible new player is stronger than what we have. We have to build a team of which we can be proud.”
Manchester United are set to rival Real Madrid for Inter Milan wing-back Federico Dimarco.
The Independent claim that Erik ten Hag is interested in the Italian international despite having both Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia.
The report adds that the 25-year-old’s immense versatility stands him in good stead, while his relatively modest price tag is also a boost.
Manchester United are reportedly set to pull out of the race to sign Napoli centre-back Kim Min-jae.
Football Insider has claimed that the Red Devils are preparing to admit defeat in their pursuit of his signature.
Bayern Munich are said to be leading the way to land the 26-year-old.
Manchester United legend Dwight Yorke has revealed that Kylian Mbappe and Harry Kane are his two dream signings for his old club.
“I don’t think Erik ten Hag has much time to try and make up that gap between Manchester United and Manchester City,” He told Match.Center.
“Even though Manchester United have had a decent season, I felt they were still someway short, and until they fill that number 9 spot, that becomes a bit of an issue.
“I think the uncertainty with the takeover is always going to put in an element of doubt, but if I were to choose, then Kylian Mbappe would be my first choice without question.
“He’s young, obviously he’s unproven in the Premier League but he’s got class and quality and will be there for the next seven years. In that period, I’m sure he would bring success to United.
“For me, Mbappe would be a no brainer, but until the question of where the club is going and who will take over from the Glazers is solved, there will be big question marks, because that’s the only way the club would afford him.
“Harry Kane also fits the bill – if they are trying to get closer to challenging for the Premier League over the next two or three years, then he would be another ideal candidate.”
Manchester United face being hijacked in the bid to sign Monaco star Axel Disasi, according to reports.
According to RMC Sport’s Fabrice Hawkins, Erik ten Hag is set to speak to the centre-back in the coming days but rivals Arsenal and Chelsea are both monitoring his situation.
The report adds that a deal worth around £34million would be enough for United to get their man.
Mason Mount’s camp are confident his move to Manchester United will soon be completed, talkSPORT understands.
talkSPORT revealed on Friday morning how the Red Devils were preparing a third offer to sign the Chelsea star for an initial £55million.
Reports have stated that United will walk away from signing Mount if their next offer is turned down.
However Mount’s team believe an agreement will be reached between the two clubs.
Manchester United are reportedly leading the race to sign Randal Kolo Muani.
According to L’Equipe, United are competing with Bayern Munich for Eintracht Frankfurt’s star striker.
The Bundesliga side value the France international at £85million having scored 23 goals in 46 matches last season.
Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins could have his head turned by Manchester United’s interest.
That is the view from Alan Hutton, who told Villa News: “You’re always worried about losing your top players.
“I’m not 100 per cent sure about what’s left on his contract. I think there’s some amount of time left on it but they just want to give him a new deal.
“I think it would have to be a big number for him to leave for Manchester United.
“If this was real, would he consider it? Of course. It’s one of the biggest clubs in world football so it’s something that he’d obviously be interested in.
“But at this moment in time, he’s doing well at Aston Villa, they’re moving in the right direction and if the contract can be negotiated quickly, I’m pretty sure he’ll want to sign it.”
Amad Diallo’s Manchester United future remains up in the air, according to reports.
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano has claimed that the Red Devils will make a final decision on the Ivorian in the next few weeks.
The report adds that Amad is still keen to be given a run in the first-team but Erik ten Hag would have the final say.
The 20-year-old would prefer to return to Sunderland if United’s decision is to send him back out on loan.
Mason Greenwood was spotted back in training ahead of a possible return to football.
The 21-year-old was snapped in a training session with a private coach, in images published by The Sun.
Charges of attempted rape, assault and coercive and controlling behaviour against the Red Devils striker were dropped in February.
Manchester United are hopeful their third offer for Mason Mount will be accepted by Chelsea, talkSPORT understands.United are preparing an offer of £55m plus add-ons, taking the overall package to around £60m.Mount has made it clear he wants to move to Old Trafford and is seen as a priority target by United manager Erik ten Hag.
Mason Mount’s fitness coach has dropped a major hint about a potential move to Manchester United.
The Chelsea star’s fitness coach, James McCarthy, posted a photo of himself alongside Mount on social media and admitted he expects the midfielder to be playing at Old Trafford next season.
He took to Instagram with the caption: “Hopefully we get to see him winning games for United next season. Thanks for taking the time.”
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Manchester United have reportedly held talks with Andre Onana’s agent as they weigh up a possible move for the Inter Milan goalkeeper.
The Cameroon international has been linked with a summer exit from the San Siro.
United are known to be in the market for a new shot-stopper with David de Gea still facing an uncertain future.
And according to Italian reporter Fabrizio Romano, United have been in contact with Onana’s representative Albert Botines.
Though Inter are refusing to part ways with the 27-year-old unless they receive a fee in the region of £43million plus add-ons.
Manchester United have been encouraged by the lack of progress Arsenal have made in their pursuit of Declan Rice and are preparing to offer TWO players and £40million.
The Daily Mail report the Red Devils are willing to part ways with Harry Maguire and Anthony Elanga.
However, Rice favours a move to north London because he believes he will play a major role.
But given his relationship with Mason Mount, United signing his fellow England international might persuade Rice to move to Old Trafford.
Certainly, that is what West Ham transfer guru ExWHUEmployee thinks.
Sam Allardyce believes that Manchester City will win the race to sign Declan Rice, despite Man United’s interest
Arsenal, Chelsea and the Red Devils have also been linked with a move for the West Ham star, however Pep Guardiola’s side have now entered the race and are growing in confidence.
Asked who will sign him, Allardyce told the No Tippy Tappy Football podcast: “Man City – and someone will go the other way.
“If I know Moysey [West Ham boss David Moyes], there would have to be a player in the deal for him and that would mean it would be easier for the club who is buying him because they wouldn’t have to pay David Sullivan’s asking price.
“It would be over £100million in total but it would be so much under that if they include a player that would take the deal over £100m. And then David gets a new player he needs.”
Carlton Cole has claimed it would be a big step up for Scott McTominay to leave Manchester United for West Ham.
“I feel he can come in and do a job, definitely,” Cole said live on talkSPORT.
“But it will still be a big step up for him. It’s a step up to fill that role, to be the main man in a team.”
