RAPHAEL VARANE has shared a video of himself training at Carrington for the first time after completing his move to United before the win over Leeds.
Paul Pogba is also willing to stay at United after his incredible FOUR assists in the 5-1 victory on Saturday.
We've also got all the latest on Man Utd's pursuit of Erling Haaland and Eduardo Camavinga.
Meanwhile, United haven't ruled out a move for Kieran Trippier, but Atletico Madrid are still demanding £51million for the England right-back.
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- Giacomo Pisa
'HE'S STOOD STILL'
Ex-professional Tim Sherwood has criticised Marcus Rashford and urged Mason Greenwood not to go down the same path of development.
When asked about Greenwood, Sherwood told Premier League Productions: "I think he will play enough this season because they will go deep in a number of competitions.
"I think he will play enough this season because they will go deep in a number of competitions.
"Mason needs to look at his mate, Marcus Rashford, and see how he’s developed. Not in a detrimental way towards Marcus but I think he’s stood still.
"Mason has got to look at that and think he needs to improve and continue.
"Marcus is a very good player but I think he was a very good player when he had the same experience as Greenwood. He needs to improve from that because he’s not at his ceiling yet."
- Giacomo Pisa
LINGARD UPDATE
Manchester United have dropped their asking price for Jesse Lingard with West Ham ready to make a final bid, according to the Express.
West Ham have never given up hope of signing Lingard on a permanent deal – and hopes were raised this week with the 28-year-old said to be still keen on a return to East London if things at Old Trafford do not work out.
The Hammers have had one bid for Lingard already turned down but are preparing a second firm offer in the hopes of securing a deal before the end of the transfer window on August 31 – with United’s asking price said to have dropped to around £20 million.
That's reduced from an earlier asking price of around £25million, according to reports.
- Giacomo Pisa
DIALL-OAN
Manchester United winger Amad Diallo has a '90 per cent' chance of leaving Old Trafford on loan.
That's according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, who told The United Stand: "Basel, in particular, are really insisting but I think the player wants to try something in different countries, in different leagues.
"Maybe in the Premier League or maybe even the Bundesliga as German clubs are trying for Amad.
"It's really an open situation, he is not in a rush to decide. He will go on loan, it's 90 per cent he will go on loan, it's not clear just yet which club he wants to join."
The 19-year-old joined up with the Red Devils at the start of this year following his £37million move from Serie A side Atalanta.
He's played eight games for United since then, scoring once and providing one assist.
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- Kealan Hughes
PHIL-ING IN
Phil Jones has played for Manchester United for the first time in 19 months.
It is the centre-back's first appearance since he scored in a 6-1 FA Cup win at Tranmere back in January of last year.
He came on in a behind closed doors 3-1 friendly win against Burnley at Old Trafford this afternoon.
Jones has been plagued with injury problems months and had to have knee surgery last summer but returned to training last week.
He is still contracted to the club until 2023 and manager Ole Solskjaer has not ruled out playing the centre-back in a competitive first-team again.
- Kealan Hughes
RON DEAL
Manchester United have been handed a boost in their bid to bring Cristiano Ronaldo back to Old Trafford.
Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti has quashed reports he is trying to re-sign Ronaldo from Juventus.
Ancelotti wrote on Twitter: “Cristiano is a Real Madrid legend and he has all my love and respect. I have never considered signing him. We look forward. #HalaMadrid.”
- Kealan Hughes
'JESSE NEEDS TO LEAVE'
Gary Neville believes Jesse Lingard should leave Manchester United in order to be the star of the show at another club.
Lingard has found minutes difficult to come by ever since Bruno Fernandes' arrival in January 2020 and as a result spent the latter half of last season on loan at West Ham.
He told Sky Sports' The Overlap: "Jesse needs to leave for Jesse
"He got pride last year playing at West Ham. He's the man there and he'll come back here [Manchester United] and play 15 games, and be a good squad player, but he doesn't want that again surely after what he experienced last season."
- Kealan Hughes
BARGAIN HUNTERS
Real Madrid are reportedly plotting a huge rebuild with a host of stunning free transfer signings, including Paul Pogba.
The Galacticos are feeling the pinch following the coronavirus pandemic and have been forced to cut costs.
According to Spanish publication AS, Real want Kylian Mbappe, Antonio Rudiger and United transfer target Leon Goretzka, as well as Pogba.
And despite the Frenchman's stunning start to the season in the 5-1 thumping of Leeds, tensions between the club and his agent Mino Raiola remain high, and talks over an extension appear to have cooled for now.
- Kealan Hughes
JADON STARTS
Jadon Sancho started in a heavily-rotated forward line as Manchester United took on Burnley in a behind-closed-doors friendly at Old Trafford on Tuesday.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer deployed his £73million summer signing on the left wing, with Juan Mata on the other flank and Jesse Lingard in the No.10 role behind centre-forward Anthony Martial.
Goalkeeper Tom Heaton – who arrived on a free transfer from Aston Villa in July – was handed the gloves, while Harry Maguire started three days after skippering the Red Devils to a 5-1 victory over Leeds United in the Premier League.
Eric Bailly partnered Maguire in central defence, and Diogo Dalot and Brandon Williams were given the nod in the full-back roles.
Solskjaer turned to Donny van de Beek and Nemanja Matic to form his double-pivot in central midfield.
Raphael Varane was unveiled as a United player over the weekend and was presented in front of the Old Trafford faithful, but he played no part in the friendly against the Clarets.
- Kealan Hughes
'PERFECT FIT'
Rio Ferdinand believes Saul Niguez would be a 'perfect fit' for Manchester United and has backed his former side to make a move for the Atletico Madrid midfielder.
It remains to be seen whether the 26-year-old will remain in the Spanish capital, having been continuously linked with a move to the Premier League this summer.
Ferdinand said on the FIVE youtube channel: "I think if the right player becomes available for the right price, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will go and get him.
The problem is – who is out there and who could be a good fit?
“Saul Niguez would be a perfect fit and his asking price was £160million a couple of years ago, now it’s more like £40-50million.
“In today’s game that’s a decent price for someone like him who has Champions League experience.
“I’m a big fan of his. If you can get him in this window, I think you do it."
- Kealan Hughes
BAD TRIPP
Manchester United and Arsenal's hopes of signing Atletico Madrid ace Kieran Trippier have been dashed by the club.
The La Liga Champions will reportedly stop listening to offers for the defender who they say is an integral part of their future plans, according to AS.
Only a bid that meets their £51million valuation of the ex-Tottenham right-back could potentially entice the Spaniards to start any negotiations.
But both United's and the Gunners' previous offers have fallen short of the hefty figure.
The Red Devils were linked with a £30million switch for the Atletico Madrid star throughout the summer as they looked to bolster their defence.
- Kealan Hughes
NORWICH CLOSE IN ON WILLIAMS
Norwich are in advanced talks to sign Brandon Williams on loan from Manchester United.
The Canaries are hopeful of winning the race for the full-back over other interested clubs – but a move is unlikely to be concluded this week.
Williams has also been a long-term target for Southampton and Newcastle, but United have been reluctant to loan Williams out in previous windows.He provided cover for both Luke Shaw and Alex Telles at left-back, and Aaron-Wan Bissaka at right-back last season, while Diogo Dalot was out on loan.
- Kealan Hughes
RON HIS WAY BACK?
Cristiano Ronaldo could be on his way back to Real Madrid this summer as Los Blancos have entered the race for the Portuguese megastar.
Ronaldo was reportedly recently 'offered' to Manchester City by his agent Jorge Mendes, according to El Chiringuito.
The 36-year-old's contract is set to expire next summer, and it's looking increasingly likely that Ronaldo won't remain with the Old Lady past next summer.
And one potential destination could be a return to Real Madrid as Carlo Ancelotti looks to bring the attacker back to Madrid.
- Kealan Hughes
'BIG-TIME PLAYER'
Anthony Martial has praised Manchester United’s decision to sign Raphael Varane and has described his fellow Frenchman as a ‘big-time player’.
Varane officially completed his £43 million move from Real Madrid to Old Trafford last week and was given a huge reception by United fans during his unveiling on the pitch on Saturday.
And Martial, who has played alongside Varane for France’s national team, believes his new teammate will not need long to adjust to the Premier League.
In an interview with Manutd.com he said: "Varane, I know already, of course.
"And the skillset he has, I know he will bring a lot to our team, in addition to his long experience, so we are all really delighted with these two new players we have.
"Varane is a big-time player. I don’t think he [Varane] will need too much time to adapt to his new environment, but I’m there for him for whatever little help or advice he may need.
"He has all his experience, he’s a player who has won a lot during the time of his career at Real Madrid and also in the French national team.
"So I am sure he will bring all his powers, as he really is a top player and I know things are going to go well for him here at United."
- Kealan Hughes
GORETZKA UPDATE
Bayern Munich president Herbert Hainer has insisted that the club will not pay over the odds to tie Leon Goretzka down to a new contract at the Allianz Arena, report the Express.
The 26-year-old, who has been linked with a move to Manchester United in recent months, will be a free agent at the end of the season as things stand.
The two parties have been locked in negotiations for some time, but Goretzka is yet to agree fresh terms.
His current situation leaves Bayern with a dilemma over whether to cash in this summer or risk losing him for nothing in a year's time.
United have since been credited with an interest in his services, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reportedly looking to strengthen his midfield ranks.
However, it remains to be seen whether the Red Devils will launch a move for Goretzka this summer or wait for him to become available on a free transfer next year.
- Kealan Hughes
‘WANT CONSISTENCY’
Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has called out Graeme Souness over his refusal to Paul Pogba.
The French midfielder, who has entered the final 12 months of his Old Trafford contract, produced four assists as the Red Devils thrashed Leeds 5-1 on Saturday.
Sky Sports pundit Souness created a stir after only offering faint praise to Pogba, a player he has frequently heavily criticised, following that scintillating display and claiming Mason Greenwood was the real ‘star’ performer.
Fellow pundit Micah Richards highlighted Pogba’s four assists, to which Souness replied: “We expect that from a £100million man.”
Ferdinand initially defended Souness on his Vibe with Five YouTube podcast, saying: “I don’t think Graeme Souness articulated it but I believe he thinks… Let’s not get out of our pram about this, let’s not go overboard, let me see this for the next three months, I want consistency.
“I think that’s where Souness’ mind is at with Paul Pogba. If we’re being honest, consistency is probably one of the factors that goes against Paul Pogba in his Man United career.”
- Kealan Hughes
NAGEL'S PREM NIGGLE
Julian Nagelsmann has taken a dig at the megabucks spending of the Premier League’s giants following the recent transfers of a number of superstars.
Man City’s £100million signing of Jack Grealish and United’s successful move for Raphael Varane are among the moves that have grabbed attention across Europe.
United, who face Southampton next, splashed £126 million on Varane and former Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho.
And the former RB Leipzig gaffer, 34, took a mild swipe at Prem spending when asked about Bayern’s transfer business
When asked if the club had plans to make more signings before the end of the summer window, Nagelsmann said: “We will see
"It's not easy to spend loads of money, we're not in the Premier League.
"If it is possible then perhaps we will get in a new player. If not, it's okay as well and we will work with the players that we have in our squad."
- Kealan Hughes
RON-BELIEVABLE
Cristiano Ronaldo’s agent has reportedly offered the former Manchester United superstar’s services to neighbours Man City.
And the latest claims state that the Portuguese ace could be available from Juventus for just £26milliion.
The 36-year-old Ronaldo has been linked with a move away from Italy this summer following his team’s disappointing 2020-21 campaign.
PSG and ex-clubs United and Real Madrid have all been linked with the forward after he entered the final 12 months of his contract.
Juve chief Pavel Nedved recently told rival clubs to forget about trying to sign Ronaldo this summer because he is staying put.
However, Corriere dello Sport have now made the astonishing claim that his agent Jorge Mendes is now offering him to Man City.
They state Juventus would accept a figure of £26m for him as that amount would ensure they do not make a loss on the veteran.
- Kealan Hughes
RIO WANTS MORE
Rio Ferdinand has named two perfect options that Manchester United should make a move for before the transfer window shuts this summer.
Ferdinand believes there are two "perfect" options to join this month before the window shuts – Saul Niguez and Declan Rice.
He told his FIVE Youtube channel: "I think if the right player becomes available for the right price, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will go and get him.
"The problem is who is out there and who could be a good fit? Saul Niguez would be a perfect fit and he’s asking price was £160m a couple of years ago, now it’s more like £40-50m.
"In today’s game that’s a decent price for someone like him who has Champions League experience. I’m a big fan of his. If you can get him in this window, I think you do it.
"I think Declan Rice would be a massive addition to this squad. I’m a massive fan of his. I would love to see him keep progressing."
- Kealan Hughes
RON TO WATCH
Juventus are reportedly working on a potential summer exit for star forward Cristiano Ronaldo, amid links with a return to Manchester United.
The 36-year-old has spent three years in Turin after leaving Real Madrid in 2018 and has now entered the final year of his contract.
According to La Repubblica, Juventus are looking to offload Ronaldo to help balance their books, and both parties have mutually agreed to facilitate his transfer away from the Serie A club.
The Portuguese international's £30.6m annual salary has caused problems for Juve financially, particularly during the coronavirus pandemic.
United have been linked with CR7 but any potential deal that would see him return to Old Trafford would be difficult to complete due to the forward's wage demands.
- Kealan Hughes
LINGARD UPDATE
Manchester United have dropped their asking price for Jesse Lingard with West Ham ready to make a final bid, according to the Express.
West Ham have never given up hope of signing Lingard on a permanent deal – and hopes were raised this week with the 28-year-old said to be still keen on a return to East London if things at Old Trafford do not work out.
The Hammers have had one bid for Lingard already turned down but are preparing a second firm offer in the hopes of securing a deal before the end of the transfer window on August 31 – with United’s asking price said to have dropped to around £20 million.
- Thomas Blow
GOOD MORNING MAN UTD FANS
SunSport can exclusively reveal that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants new contracts for FIVE of his Manchester United stars.
Bruno Fernandes, Harry Maguire, Marcus Rashford and Luke Shaw are all in line for bumper new deals to bring them in line with the club’s top earners.
And boss Solskjaer is also confident of tying Paul Pogba down to a long-term deal after his stunning start to the new season.
Fernandes has five years to run on his contract but is on £100,000-a-week and is already in talks for a new deal which could be worth between £250,000 and £300,000.
Englishmen Rashford, Maguire and Shaw all earn between £180,000 and £200,000-a-week and will also be offered similar terms to Fernandes.
Rashford and Shaw see their deals end in two years’ time but the club have options of further years, while Maguire’s contract ends in 2025.
Meanwhile, Raphael Varane trained with Manchester United for the first time on Monday.
The centre-back also revealed he plans on bringing his 'winning mentality' to Solskjaer's squad after his £42million move from Real Madrid.
Varane, 28, took part in Monday's session at Carrington, where he was pictured doing running and passing drills.
He also took time out to chat to fellow newbie Jadon Sancho.
- Dylan Terry
OLE’S AT THE WHEEL
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants new contracts for FIVE of his Manchester United stars.
Bruno Fernandes, Harry Maguire, Marcus Rashford and Luke Shaw are all in line for bumper new deals to bring them in line with the club’s top earners.
And boss Solskjaer is also confident of tying Paul Pogba down to a long-term deal after his stunning start to the new season.
Fernandes has five years to run on his contract but is on £100,000-a-week and is already in talks for a new deal which could be worth between £250,000 and £300,000.
Englishmen Rashford, Maguire and Shaw all earn between £180,000 and £200,000-a-week and will also be offered similar terms to Fernandes.
Rashford and Shaw see their deals end in two years’ time but the club have options of further years, while Maguire’s contract ends in 2025.
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LINGARD SET FOR WEST HAM?
Jesse Lingard has been named as a West Ham player on the Premier League’s official website.
But he very much still belongs to Manchester United.
Lingard, who has been isolating after testing positive for Covid-19, enjoyed a stunning loan spell at the London Stadium last season.
The Hammers are eager to bring him back to East London, but have so far been left frustrated in their attempts to get a deal over the line.
On his profile on the Prem’s official website, however, he has been listed a West Ham player for the 2021-22 campaign.
- Dylan Terry
LUK AND LEARN
Didier Drogba has helped Romelu Lukaku settle into life at Chelsea once again.
And the Belgian is certain that he has improved since his last spell in the Premier League.
Lukaku detailed how he and Drogba have been in constant communication ahead of his second debut for the club.
He told the club website: “Our relationship means the world to me. It’s not like we talk once a month, I talk to the guy every few days!
“We have a group chat so we’re constantly communicating and I’ve been on the phone with him a bit more in the past two weeks.
“I had a lot of questions to ask and he still knows a lot of people here so he really prepared me well with the last details.
“Now I just need to get to know the players and the manager a bit better and just be available as quickly as possible for the team.”
- Dylan Terry
‘WEST HAM WILL TRY AGAIN’
Manchester United may need to sell West Ham target Jesse Lingard, if they are to sign a big-name midfielder, claims Fabrizio Romano.
Despite the England international enjoying a decent pre-season for the Manchester outfit, he was left out of the matchday squad for their opener against Leeds United.
West Ham still retain an interest in signing him and have reportedly waited this long to table a formal offer is because they expect his price to drop closer to deadline day.
Speaking on The United Stand, the journalist said, “I would keep an eye on United’s midfield situation. If United sell him (Lingard) then they will have an opportunity to do something in the market”
“West Ham will try again for Lingard. My understanding is that they will try in the final days for Jesse Lingard.
“Many clubs wait until the end of the window as they expect prices for players to change and I’m expecting them to go back for him.
“They are still waiting to decide on this position but they are still keen on Jesse Lingard as it’s always been either West Ham or Manchester United for him.”
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