PAUL POGBA is ready to consider all options as he leaves Man Utd on a free transfer in the summer.
The World Cup winner is reportedly even ready to consider joining Man City if Pep Guardiola makes a move for him.
But Cristiano Ronaldo is not set to leave the club, with the United legend reportedly prepared to stay if incoming boss Erik ten Hag wants him.
On the incoming front, United could be tempted to make a move for Everton talisman Richarlison in the summer, according to reports.
The Brazilian has single-handedly led the Toffees relegation fight and he could be available for around £50 million in the summer.
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- James Colasanti
United blow in Laimer chase
Manchester Unite face competition from Bayern Munich in their pursuit of Konrad Laimer, according to reports.
The Red Devils have been tracking the RB Leipzig midfielder, 24, who could fill the void if Paul Pogba leaves Old Trafford as expected.
But Italian transfer expert Fabrizio Romano says Bayern are lining up a £15million bid that could extend to £17m, and their boss Julian Nagelsmann is "pushing" for his side to sign Laimer from his old team.
- Ian Tuckey
Ron tells Utd team-mates he's staying
EXCLUSIVE: Cristiano Ronaldo has told team-mates he intends to stay at Manchester United — but only if Erik ten Hag wants him, writes RICHARD MORIARTY.
The Portuguese superstar, 37, wants to see out the final year of his Old Trafford contract despite the Red Devils failing to nab a place in next year’s Champions League.
It was feared without a place in Europe’s biggest competition, Ronaldo would agitate for a move.
But ahead of new boss Ten Hag’s arrival a United insider revealed: “Ronaldo told the players he’s not going anywhere unless the club say they don’t want him.
"No one is more disappointed than him about how the season has panned out.
“But he doesn’t want to leave on a low and wants to help get the club back into the Champions League and try and win a trophy next year.
“However, he has told them if the new boss wants to go in a different direction, then he will have no hard feelings and has no regrets about coming back to Old Trafford.”
- Ian Tuckey
It could be the Hend for Bourne
EXCLUSIVE: Bournemouth will step up their bid to take Manchester United’s Dean Henderson on loan after confirming their return to the Premier League, writes DAN KING.
Sunsport revealed that United are willing to pay half or more of Henderson’s £120,000-per-week wages in order to set up a temporary move for next season.
And the Cherries are ready to take the initiative ahead of the England goalkeeper’s other suitors.
But they will face a fight with fellow promoted side Fulham who are also keen.
Henderson, 25, briefly took over as United's first-choice keeper last season.
But he has been limited to just three first-team appearances this season after David de Gea's brilliant return to form.
His limited opportunities have resulted in him dropping out of Gareth Southgate’s Three Lions squad and he is keen to secure more first-team football from the start of next season, ahead of the winter World Cup in Qatar.
United are considering whether to bring in new No 2 and No 3 ‘keepers behind De Gea but are not ready to sell Academy product Henderson outright.
- Ian Tuckey
Red Devils' worst ever Prem points tally
This season’s Manchester United is statistically the WORST ever Premier League team in the club’s illustrious history.
United have found themselves on quite a decline since legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson‘s retirement in 2013, which marked their last title success.
The Red Devils have struggled since Ferguson’s departure, but never as much as this term as they are currently sixth in the Premier League table with a mere 58 points from 37 matches.
Ralf Rangnick‘s flops have one more Prem game left to mercifully end a miserable campaign, which started with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer at the helm, against Crystal Palace on May 22 at Selhurst Park.
That means United could complete the season with a maximum of 61 points, which is their lowest ever tally in the English top flight since the Premier League’s inception in 1992.
After Saturday’s 4-0 thrashing at Brighton they have also officially conceded 56 league goals, their most in a single campaign in the competition.
The Manchester giants have endured an ever poorer campaign than the 2013/2014 term when David Moyes replaced Sir Alex and failed to complete the season.
United finished with Ryan Giggs as interim manager in seventh place with 64 points.
Victory at the Amex Stadium would have allowed Rangnick’s men to hope to equal Moyes’ points tally but ultimately remained on 58 points with one more game to go.
The Red Devils splashed the cash last summer for some top-shelf signings as Jadon Sancho and Raphael Varane joined up and were followed by club legend Cristiano Ronaldo.
- Ian Tuckey
Ferdinand blasts Utd's lack of character
Rio Ferdinand has slammed the current Manchester United side after another embarrassing defeat in the Premier League.
Ralf Rangnick’s men were humbled against Brighton on Saturday, losing 4-0 at the Amex Stadium.
And now former centre-back Ferdinand has torn into the club again, as they were officially confirmed to be out of the race for Champions League football next season.
On the latest episode of his FIVES podcast, Ferdinand said: “It has got to the stage where you can’t even put up a fight as a Man United fan.
“We are getting mocked every week.”
The season has gone from bad to worse for United this season, who have lost 11 of their 37 league games this season.
However conceding four goals to Brighton, who have averaged just over a goal a game this season, takes their troubles to whole new levels.
Ferdinand said: “We have gone down to Brighton to the seaside for a day out. We got pumped and sent back home.
“There is no fight, there is no character and it seems there is no desire. People have downed tools it seems.”
- Ian Tuckey
Becks urges Ronaldo to stay
United legend David Beckham urged Cristiano Ronaldo to stay after a disastrous season, which he's thankful is over.
Beckham, who was attending the Miami Grand Prix, admitted it has been a "tough" campaign for United and is sure fans are pleased that it's coming to an end.
David Beckham can’t wait for Man Utd’s season to be over as legend pleads with Cristiano Ronaldo to snub transfer exit
The Inter Miami owner also praised the supporters for not giving up on the Red Devils, despite a raft of poor performances, by filling Old Trafford every week.
The former England captain expects changes to be made under incoming manager Erik ten Hag but hopes fellow club legend Ronaldo will stay on for next season.
The five-time Ballon d'Or winner has another year left on his Old Trafford deal but his future is now uncertain, even though he has been United's shining light during a disastrous campaign.
Beckham told Sky Sports: "There's changes to be made and changes that are happening and we've seen that. It's a tough end to the season but it is the end of the season.
"I'm sure a lot of the fans are thankful of that because it's been a tough one.
"Obviously Cristiano is one of the best players over the last 15 years with Lio [Lionel Messi]. To see him stay on, hopefully staying on at United, is important for the fans.
"I think it's important to him, we all know how much Man Utd means to him and he's still doing what he does best – scoring goals and creating."
- Ian Tuckey
Red Devils drop out of Johnstone race
Manchester United have given up their pursuit of West Brom's England keeper Sam Johnstone.
That leaves Tottenham in prime position to snap him up.
Man Utd already have David de Gea and Dean Henderson vying for the No1 spot in between the sticks.
And Johnstone, who was on United's books until 2018, is searching for more regular first team football, so Old Trafford would not appear to be the right fit for him.
According to The Mirror, Spurs is the likely destination for the 29-year-old as they are in search of a back-up keeper to Hugo Lloris.
The report states the Lilywhites believe he can provide genuine competition for the Frenchman and also act as an accomplished understudy.
Johnstone is out of contract this summer, so Tottenham will be available to claim him on a free transfer.
Despite coming through the youth set-up at Man Utd, Johnstone never secured a first team appearance for the club.
- Ian Tuckey
Stat's gotta hurt: Utd's worst Prem season
This season's Manchester United is statistically the WORST ever Premier League team in the club's illustrious history.
United have found themselves on quite a decline since legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement in 2013, which marked their last title success.
The Red Devils have struggled since Ferguson's departure, but never as much as this term as they are currently sixth in the Premier League table with a mere 58 points from 37 matches.
Ralf Rangnick's flops have one more Prem game left to mercifully end a miserable campaign, which started with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer at the helm, against Crystal Palace on May 22 at Selhurst Park.
That means United could complete the season with a maximum of 61 points, which is their lowest ever tally in the English top flight since the Premier League's inception in 1992.
This season's Manchester United have done worse than David Moyes' team After Saturday's 4-0 thrashing at Brighton they have also officially conceded 56 league goals, their most in a single campaign in the competition.
The Manchester giants have endured an ever poorer campaign than the 2013/2014 term when David Moyes replaced Sir Alex and failed to complete the season.
United finished with Ryan Giggs as interim manager in seventh place with 64 points.
Victory at the Amex Stadium would have allowed Rangnick's men to hope to equal Moyes' points tally but ultimately remained on 58 points with one more game to go.
The Red Devils splashed the cash last summer for some top-shelf signings as Jadon Sancho and Raphael Varane joined up and were followed by club legend Cristiano Ronaldo.
- Ian Tuckey
Rio claims woeful Utd have 'downed tools'
Rio Ferdinand has slammed the current Manchester United side after another embarrassing defeat in the Premier League.
Ralf Rangnick's men were humbled against Brighton on Saturday, losing 4-0 at the Amex Stadium.
And now former centre-back Ferdinand has torn into the club again, as they were officially confirmed to be out of the race for Champions League football next season.
On the latest episode of his FIVES podcast, Ferdinand said: "It has got to the stage where you can't even put up a fight as a Man United fan.
"We are getting mocked every week."
The season has gone from bad to worse for United this season, who have lost 11 of their 37 league games this season.
However conceding four goals to Brighton, who have averaged just over a goal a game this season, takes their troubles to whole new levels.
Ferdinand said: "We have gone down to Brighton to the seaside for a day out. We got pumped and sent back home.
"There is no fight, there is no character and it seems there is no desire. People have downed tools it seems."
- Ian Tuckey
Leipzig fight to keep Utd target Nkunku
RB Leipzig will fight to keep Manchester United, Chelsea and Arsenal target Christopher Nkunku.
That's the claim this evening as AC Milan, Bayern Munich and former club Paris Saint-Germain also eye the France midfielder, 24.
Despite L'Equipe suggesting last week that Nkunku has privately revealed he is interested in moving on this summer, reports today insist Leipzig believe they can keep him.
Publicly at least, the twice-capped star says he is happy in Germany and could stay for the final two years of his contract.
- Ian Tuckey
Nev defends claim Conte shouldn't boss Utd
Gary Neville has ferociously defended his claim that ex-Chelsea chief Antonio Conte is not right for Manchester United amid criticism from Jamie Carragher.
It comes after Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp revealed he doesn't like the kind of football Conte's Tottenham team play following their 1-1 draw at Anfield on Saturday.
The Reds boss said: "I'm sorry I'm the wrong person for that, I don't like this kind of football. But that's my personal problem.
"I think they're world class, and I think they should do more for the game. I think the game against Liverpool they had 36, 38 per cent possession. But it's my problem. I cannot coach it. So that's why I cannot do it.
"So yes, world class players block all the balls, really difficult. Atletico Madrid is doing it. Fine, they won whatever.
"Fine, absolutely fine. I just can't. I respect everything they do, but it's not me."
Conte was touted for the Manchester United job last year but the Red Devils opted to stick with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer for a few more matches. The Italian then chose to join Tottenham instead, while Man Utd sacked Solskjaer and appointed Ralf Rangnick as interim boss.
Old Trafford legend Neville quote retweeted the comments from Klopp and added: "I respect Conte and his football enormously but this Klopp interview gives the clear reason why he wasn't the right fit for United."
Neville's Sky Sports colleague Carragher then responded with a screenshot of a headline which read: "Gary Neville calls for brutal Diego Simeone to be considered for next Manchester United manager".
To which Neville replied: "Simone 4-4-2 aggressive style. Proper United that. Conte wing backs ?? No.."
- Ian Tuckey
Ron's regular chats with Fergie over Utd future
Cristiano Ronaldo regularly shares a cuppa with Alex Ferguson to talk over his Manchester United future, it's claimed today.
The Mirror says the 'private meetings' at each other's homes have been a feature of Ron's second spell at Old Trafford.
Legendary ex-United boss Ferguson not only signed the Portugal superstar back in 2003, he also aided the 37-year-old's return last summer.
It's suggested Fergie believes Ronaldo should stay with the Red Defvils next season – under incoming manager Erik ten Hag.
- Alex Cole
Fernandes’ honest assessment
Bruno Fernandes has admitted that Manchester United players are not fit to wear the shirt.
Red Devils fans turned on their own players as they were humiliated 4-0 by Brighton on the South Coast yesterday.
Livid supporters, having made the long journey, chanted “you’re not fit to wear the shirt” as their side were battered by the superior Seagulls.
When asked about the fans’ brutal assessment by Sky Sports after the game, Fernandes couldn’t disagree.
He said: “I include myself in that.
“What we did today, what I did today, was not enough to be in a Man United shirt and I accept it.”
- Alex Cole
Old Trafford shortlist
United have plenty of stars on their transfer wishlist including Declan Rice, Christopher Nkunku, Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and Frenkie de Jong.
Ten Hag will likely want to raid Ajax too, with Sebastien Haller and £50million-rated Antony.
Rangnick's side were thumped 4-0 at Brighton yesterday to condemn United to their worst points tally in the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era.
It was another horror performance from the Red Devils who are now clinging on to qualify for the Europa League.
The German boss said: “It’s important that we apologise to our supporters who came all the way from Manchester to Brighton.
“We were just not good enough from start to finish. The performance was not only poor, it was extremely poor."
- Alex Cole
Eight out of Ten Hag
Ralf Rangnick revealed his successor Erik ten Hag will make up to eight transfers this summer after their south-coast "humiliation", writes JOSHUA JONES.
The outgoing Manchester United manager has just one game left as interim boss, taking on Crystal Palace away on the final day of the season.
And then he will hand over the reins to Ten Hag, who has a mammoth task of rebuilding the underperforming squad of flops.
As well as shipping out plenty of deadwood, the Dutchman will be busy sorting out plenty of new arrivals.
Credit: AFP Rangnick said: "In the end football is pretty easy, you just need to win games.
"In order to do that it's obvious with quite a few players whose contracts are expiring we need a number of new players.
"There is already at least something like a number of players that are really top players for this club but as I said we need all the other areas.
"I suppose there will be six or eight new players.
"They should be top players to strengthen the quality of the squad."
- Alex Cole
Man Utd's quest for European football
West Ham still trail United by six points.
The Hammers have two games in hand though, they still have three left to play in total.
Ralf Rangnick's side have just one.
Will the Red Devils casually lean into Europe?
- Alex Cole
'Tell me again how Harry Maguire is the problem'
With 20 minutes left on the clock it was all about damage control for Ralf Rangnick in the 4-0 loss at the Amex.
He decided to replace Juan Mata with Harry Maguire.
Many fans saw the funny side to the substitution given the circumstances, with rapper Guvna B tweeting: "Maguire on for Mata when you’re 4 nil down against Brighton might be the funniest substitute of all time."
Another joked: "A bit late to worry about the goal difference!"
Some United supporters also took the time to defend Maguire, who has regularly been blamed for the team's defensive issues this season.
One person took to Twitter to say: "Apologise right now to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Harry Maguire."
Another added: "Tell me again how Harry Maguire is the problem."
- Alex Cole
Player ratings – subs
Fred (for Matic, 46) – 3/10
Brazilian made zero impact in trying to grab hold of the midfield after half-time.
Was twisted all ends up after a brilliant bit of skill by Gross as Brighton went into party mode.
Edinson Cavani (for Elanga, 46) – 5/10
Stung Sanchez's palms with a good header just after the hour mark. Denied a tap in by the offside flag.
Harry Maguire (for Mata, 70) – 5/10
Forced a brilliant save by Sanchez, with his rebound prodded in by the offside Cavani.
Subs not used: Henderson, Wan-Bissaka, Jones, Fernandez, Lingard, Garnacho
- Alex Cole
Player ratings – attack
ANTHONY ELANGA – 4/10
Completely anonymous opening 45 minutes for the 20-year-old.
Was dominated by Cucurella before being subbed for Edinson Cavani.
BRUNO FERNANDES – 5/10
Tested Sanchez with a sweet first-time strike from the edge of the box, although the score was already 4-0 by that point.
The attacking midfielder wore a frustrated look for much of the match, an expression of his that United fans have become used to this season.
CRISTIANO RONALDO – 4/10
Wore a wry smile of disbelief as Brighton's goals racked up in the second-half.
The Portuguese was unable to have the sort of impact on the game that he has managed at times this season.
- Alex Cole
Player ratings – midfield
SCOTT MCTOMINAY – 4/10
Academy product was totally overrun by Brighton's midfielders.
The Scotland international may well be fighting for his United future when Erik ten Hag arrives this summer.
NEMANJA MATIC – 5/10
Not a vintage performance from the Serb, but unlucky to be hooked at the break ahead of McTominay.
Replaced by Fred.
JUAN MATA – 5/10
Tested Robert Sanchez with a well struck, if slightly tame volley. Spaniard's cross then set up a Cavani header, which forced a more difficult save.
Substituted with 20 minutes to go as Rangnick went into damage control mode by bringing on centre-back Harry Maguire.
- Alex Cole
Player ratings – defence
DIOGO DALOT – 3/10
Caught hopelessly out of position for Brighton's second goal. Blazed a shot from range wildly over the bar.
Cleared Danny Welbeck's chip off the line only for the ball to ricochet off Leandro Trossard and into the back of the net anyway.
VICTOR LINDELOF – 3/10
Played his part in a shambolic rearguard performance from United's backline.
The Swede and partner Raphael Varane were constantly moved out of position by Brighton's passing and movement.
RAPHAEL VARANE – 3/10
Beaten by Gross for Brighton's third. Totally lost Danny Welbeck in the build-up to the Seagulls' fourth.
Varane has enjoyed a brilliantly decorated career in the game, but you wouldn't have known it watching this woeful outing.
ALEX TELLES – 3/10
Given a lesson in how to play as a competent, attacking left-back by Marc Cucurella.
The Brazilian was utterly ineffective deputising for the injured Luke Shaw.
- Alex Cole
Man Utd player ratings vs Brighton
Manchester United were humiliated 4-0 by Brighton as their sorry season meanders towards an end.
Supporters will be thrilled that they don't have to endure watching their dreadful outfit in action next weekend, with their final match taking place in a fortnight's time.
On an embarrassing day for United, SunSport's Etienne Fermie rates and slates each Red Devils player.
DAVID DE GEA – 4/10
Left helpless by Moises Caicedo and Marc Cucurella's strikes. Subsequently beaten one on one by Pascal Gross.
Was chipped by former team-mate Danny Welbeck prior to Brighton's bundled fourth – didn't make any saves of note.
- James Orr
Gary Neville reacts
Gary Neville was rendered speechless after yet another abject display from Manchester United.
Neville’s ONE CHARACTER long tweet has racked up over 64,000 likes.
- James Orr
Bruno Fernandes blasts flops
Bruno Fernandes has admitted that Manchester United players are NOT fit to wear the shirt.
Red Devils fans turned on their own players as they were humiliated 4-0 by Brighton on the South Coast.
Livid supporters, having made the long journey, chanted "you're not fit to wear the shirt" as their side were battered by the superior Seagulls.
When asked about the fans' brutal assessment by Sky Sports after the game, Fernandes couldn't disagree.
He said: "I include myself in that.
"What we did today, what I did today, was not enough to be in a Man United shirt and I accept [the criticism]."
- James Orr
Cristiano Ronaldo latest
Ex-Manchester United ace Dion Dublin doubts Cristiano Ronaldo will stay at Old Trafford.
Ronaldo has been linked with a summer exit following a disappointing campaign in his comeback season.
Dublin told Sky Sports: "I don’t know where Ronaldo goes from here. Does he go back to Italy or Spain? I don’t know where he goes.
"I find it hard to see him staying at United unless something is done incredibly quickly.
"Then again, I don’t know where he goes. I think United will be lost without him so I am hoping he is going to be [staying at] United without a doubt.
"But I don’t know why he’d stay to be honest with you. Unless the new manager says right £300million, these players are coming in, please stay. Otherwise I think he’s gone."
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