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MANCHESTER UNITED have reportedly made a £42m bid for Lisandro Martinez as they look to hijack Arsenal's pursuit of the Ajax star.
The centre-back is a regular in the Argentina team and is said to be looking to resolve his future this week.
Meanwhile Frenkie de Jong's transfer remains in the balance, with Manchester United and Barcelona unable to agree add-on payments, owing to a contract dispute between Barca and the Dutchman.
The Red Devils have made a £51million bid for Ajax winger Antony – but are still several million short of the Dutch club's valuation.
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- Etienne Fermie
Ferdinand on Man Utd target Martinez
Rio Ferdinand believes that 5ft 9in defender Lisandro Martinez could be bullied in the Premier League.
He told his Five YouTube channel: “You have to be ready physically to deal with these big forwards.
“Nunez and Haaland have come in at Liverpool and City, they’re over 6ft 2in each, you have to come up against these guys on a regular basis. Chris Wood at Newcastle, these are big, big guys.
“Is he going to be able to deal with people like that the size that he is? He’s on the smaller side as a centre-half.”
- Etienne Fermie
Ferdinand on Ten Hag training
Man United legend Rio Ferdinand has revealed that he is hearing "positive noises" about Erik ten Hag's early training sessions.
Speaking on his Five podcast, he said: "One thing I must say, the noises I’m hearing coming out of the training is everything that you want to hear, they are very positive.
"The training sessions have been really enjoyable, real intensity the workload is massive, they are demanding a certain type of energy and intensity from the players, so the fitness levels have to be driven up and he’s doing that."
- Etienne Fermie
Man Utd contact Juventus star
Manchester United contacted Juventus defender Matthijs de Ligt’s agents over a potential transfer in a bid to hijack Chelsea's move, according to reports.
De Ligt has been in talks with Chelsea over a potential £76.5million move.
The Dutchman is also keen to see whether Bayern Munich can strike a deal with Juve.
But according to Bild's Christian Falk, Man Utd have contacted De Ligt's agents to register their interest.
United have tracked the 22-year-old's progress since his Ajax days.
And their interest has flared up again with former Ajax boss Erik ten Hag taking control of the reins at Old Trafford.
- Etienne Fermie
Levitt responds to transfer move
Manchester United academy graduate has spoken for the first time since quitting Old Trafford for Dundee United.
He told the Tannadice club's official website: "I'm really proud to be back after last season. The big attraction was to come back and play games.
"After I came back from injury I feel I really hit the ground running. I want to continue that form into the new season and I'm really looking forward to getting started."
- Etienne Fermie
Promising youngster departs Old Trafford
Dylan Levitt has left Manchester United to join Dundee United.
The Welsh international spent last season on loan at Tannadice.
He has made his move permanent after winning Dundee United's fans's player of the year award last season.
Levitt, 21, made his senior Man United debut during a Europa League clash at Astana during the 2019-20 campaign.
- Etienne Fermie
Bruno changes United shirt number
Bruno Fernandes has changed shirt number ahead of Manchester United's pre-season tour.
The 27-year-old Portuguese midfielder has worn the No18 shirt since arriving at Old Trafford in January 2020.
But he has now become the new No8 after Juan Mata left the club at the end of last season.
And it is a number which Fernandes – who has scored 50 goals and provided 38 assists in 125 matches for Man Utd – is incredibly familiar with.
It holds a special place in his heart because he was born on September 8 in 1994.
He previously had it while at Udinese, Sporting Lisbon and also wears it for the Portugal national team.
- Etienne Fermie
Chelsea owner lands in Barcelona
Todd Boehly has landed in Barcelona as he prepares to try and hijack Man Utd's bid to sign Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong, according to reports.
The Red Devils appeared to be closing in on a move for the Dutchman after weeks of speculation.
But now a video on social media has emerged of Boehly in Barcelona amid reports Chelsea are ready to swoop in.
And according to The Mirror, he is there to try and steal away the man who is thought to be worth around £56million.
Boehly headed into a restaurant for a meeting in the Spanish city, with Barca president Joan Laporta spotted going into the same establishment along with club chiefs Jordi Cruyff and Mateu Aleman.
When asked by a journalist from Cope why he was in Barca, Boehly smiled and replied: "We're here for a meal."
- Alex Cole
Good morning, United fans
The club have confirmed that Ronaldo will NOT be part of Manchester United’s pre-season tour.
A United spokesperson said: “Cristiano Ronaldo will not be part of the Manchester United party scheduled to depart for our pre-season tour of Thailand and Australia on Friday.
“He has been granted additional time off to deal with a family issue.
“Cristiano remains under contract with Manchester United for another season and he is not for sale.”
Man Utd fly tomorrow to Bangkok where they will face Liverpool on Tuesday.
But the 37-year-old won't be travelling.
Chelsea are lining up a transfer bid for Ronaldo. reports claim.
Thomas Tuchel’s side will present United with a £14m bid for the 37-year-old.
Man United are set to offload flop Andreas Pereira once and for all.
Pereira’s been on loan at Flamengo, and it was thought he was going to stay there permanently until the deal fell through.
But now Fulham have capitalised on the fumbled transfer and brought him back to the Premier League, according to 90min.
- Alex Cole
ICYMI – United confirm Ronaldo will miss pre-season tour
The club have confirmed that Ronaldo will NOT be part of Manchester United’s pre-season tour.
A United spokesperson said: “Cristiano Ronaldo will not be part of the Manchester United party scheduled to depart for our pre-season tour of Thailand and Australia on Friday.
“He has been granted additional time off to deal with a family issue.
“Cristiano remains under contract with Manchester United for another season and he is not for sale.”
- Alex Cole
Man United offload Pereira
Man United are set to offload flop Andreas Pereira once and for all.
Pereira’s been on loan at Flamengo, and it was thought he was going to stay there permanently until the deal fell through.
But now Fulham have capitalised on the fumbled transfer and brought him back to the Premier League, according to 90min.
It’s claimed that the transfer will be complete when he undergoes his medical in the capital.
- Alex Cole
Man United face De Jong challenge
Man United’s pursuit of Frenkie de Jong is being railroaded by Chelsea, reports claim.
The Blues want to sign De Jong, along with his Netherlands counterpart Matthijs de Ligt, according to Absolute Chelsea.
The attempted coup is a bitter blow to United who are desperate trying to land De Jong.
United are still aggressively pursuing De Jong despite the player and Barcelona declaring he’s staying put.
- Alex Cole
Chelsea plan ‘£14m Ronaldo bid’
Chelsea are lining up a transfer bid for Cristiano Ronaldo. reports claim.
The Blues are on the brink of completing the signing of Raheem Sterling for £45m.
And they plan to follow that up by bringing in Ronaldo next, Football Insider claim.
To do so, Thomas Tuchel’s side will present United with a £14m bid for the 37-year-old.
The Blues decided to push ahead with a bid for Ronaldo after club boss Thomas Tuchel and owner Todd Boehly discussed his recruitment.
- Alex Cole
Pre-season schedule for Ten Hag's team
Man Utd fly tomorrow to Bangkok where they will face Liverpool on Tuesday.
Erik ten Hag's boys then travel to Melbourne, where they play Melbourne Victory and Crystal Palace.
Before taking on Aston Villa in Perth on July 23.
The Red Devils will then have additional friendlies against Atletico Madrid in Oslo on July 30.
And will face Real Vallecano at Old Trafford on July 31.
- Alex Cole
ICYMI – Man United start search for Ronaldo replacement
Man United are reportedly “considering” a move for Monaco striker Wissam Ben Yedder as a replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo.
And Media Foot Marseille claim that the Red Devils are “interested” in Ben Yedder, along with rivals Wolves.
The 31-year-old French international forward has been in eclectic form for Monaco since his arrival from Sevilla in 2019.
He has scored 55 goals over the past two campaigns – with an impressive tally of 73 in 124 appearances in total.
- Alex Cole
Ronaldo won't go to Chelsea, says McManaman
Former Liverpool midfielder and now BT pundit Steve McManaman insists Manchester United's Ronaldo will not move to a league rival.
The 37-year-old superstar has been linked with a sensational move away from Old Trafford after just one season back at the Red Devils.
And McManaman reckons a switch to Chelsea – or any other Prem team – isnot on the cards.
The former Liverpool star told Horseracing.net: “I’d be amazed if he went to Chelsea. Amazed.
"I can’t see him going to another English team. I just cannot see it happening.”
- Alex Cole
United confirm missing Ronaldo
The club have confirmed that Ronaldo will NOT be part of Manchester United’s pre-season tour.
A United spokesperson said: "Cristiano Ronaldo will not be part of the Manchester United party scheduled to depart for our pre-season tour of Thailand and Australia on Friday.
"He has been granted additional time off to deal with a family issue.
"Cristiano remains under contract with Manchester United for another season and he is not for sale."
- Alex Cole
Ronaldo NOT to travel to pre-season tour
Ronaldo will reportedly MISS Manchester United's pre-season tour.
Samuel Luckhurst of the Manchester Evening News tweeted: "Cristiano Ronaldo will not travel with the Man Utd squad to Bangkok for the start of their pre-season tour tomorrow.
"Club say Ronaldo has been granted additional time off to deal with a family issue.
- Alex Cole
United should prioritise a centre-back, says Chadwick
Man United need to prioritise the signing of a centre-back and attacker this summer.
That’s the view of Luke Chadwick who is pleased United signed Christian Eriksen, and are pursuing Frenkie de Jong.
But he still feels there’s other areas of the pitch United need to improve, such as their defence and attack.
Chadwick told CaughtOffside: “I think the centre-back position is a position that needs to be strengthened. We need a partnership to take this team forwards, that’s got to be a priority.
“Apart from that I’d still like to see the midfield strengthened, and hopefully a deal for Frenkie de Jong can make some progress. I’d be happy with Christian Eriksen in there as well.
“Further up the field we could probably do with a striker as well, even without the Cristiano Ronaldo saga. Hopefully some young players can step up as well, and we’ll soon start to see Ten Hag’s playing style come to fruition.”
- Alex Cole
Eriksen to make an impact for United, says Lee Sharpe
Christian Eriksen can be a revelation for Man United..if he’s given freedom on the ball.
That’s the view of Lee Sharpe who reckons Eriksen’s breadth of talents can be an addition to United next season.
Sharpe told spilXperten: “Christian Eriksen is the sort of player you give a little bit of freedom to.
“He’s a very good and clever player. He brings plenty of creativity, a few goals, a lot of experience and he’s going to be a great addition to the squad.
“I think it’s about getting the ball to him and making sure he gets the ball in the right areas and high enough up on the pitch that he can make an impact in the games.”
“He’ll create chances. He’ll score a fair share of goals himself. It’s just about getting him the ball in the right positions on the pitch.”
- Alex Cole
Chelsea plan ‘£14m Ronaldo bid’
Chelsea are lining up a transfer bid for Cristiano Ronaldo. reports claim.
The Blues are on the brink of completing the signing of Raheem Sterling for £45m.
And they plan to follow that up by bringing in Ronaldo next, Football Insider claim.
To do so, Thomas Tuchel’s side will present United with a £14m bid for the 37-year-old.
The Blues decided to push ahead with a bid for Ronaldo after club boss Thomas Tuchel and owner Todd Boehly discussed his recruitment.
- Alex Cole
Suarez still available as free agent
Premier League teams are on high alert as Luis Suarez has revealed he will not join River Plate.
Suarez spoke to Ovacion: “I was really tempted despite my plan to stay in Europe because River were pushing a lot to sign me, but the deal has collapsed as they’re now out of the Copa Libertadores.”
Meaning that Suarez is still available as free agent.
- Alex Cole
Ronaldo private jet flies to Madrid
Portuguese football journalist Pedro Sepulveda says Ronaldo's private jet was flown from Lisbon to Madrid yesterday.
Partner Georgina Rodriguez was spotted at the airport but no sign of Ronaldo.
- Alex Cole
Ronaldo doubtful for Man Utd pre-season tour
Ronaldo has thrown his place on the tour to Thailand, Australia and Norway into serious jeopardy.
SunSport exclusively revealed last night that Manchester United have accepted they will lose Ronaldo this summer.
Blimey… he's high-maintenance isn't he United fans?
- Alex Cole
Ronaldo dejected by lack of transfer activity, says Rio
Cristiano Ronaldo has been watching the likes of Liverpool and Arsenal make transfer deals all summer whilst Man United have struggled to keep up.
And this is one of the main reasons Ronaldo wants out from Old Trafford.
That’s the view of Rio Ferdinand, who said: “He’ll be sitting there, on his sun lounger, on his yacht, on his jet, wherever he is in the world.
“Seeing Manchester City signing Haaland. Seeing Liverpool signing Nunez, among other players. Phillips has just gone to Manchester City as well.
“He would be thinking ‘we had work catching these guys, anyway, before these big signings come into these football clubs and now they are jumping even further away from us’.
“Arsenal are making moves. He’s sitting there thinking ‘when is my team going to start making moves’".
- Alex Cole
Man United eye Ronaldo replacement
Man United are reportedly “considering” a move for Monaco striker Wissam Ben Yedder as a replacement for Cristiano Ronaldo.
And Media Foot Marseille claim that the Red Devils are “interested” in Ben Yedder, along with rivals Wolves.
The 31-year-old French international forward has been in eclectic form for Monaco since his arrival from Sevilla in 2019.
He has scored 55 goals over the past two campaigns – with an impressive tally of 73 in 124 appearances in total.
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