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Manchester United want to sell Ten Hag’s flop signing but there aren’t “any takers”
Manchester United are struggling to raise funds in their bid to improve Erik ten Hag’s midfield during the summer transfer window. The Red Devils have already addressed their defence and attack, having signed Lille centre-back Leny Yoro and Bologna striker Joshua Zirkzee. Midfield appears to be their next priority, with the club’s recruitment staff earmarking…
Read MoreThe Impact of Sponsorship on UK Football Clubs and Communities
While money exchange can represent sponsorship in football, it may be a genuine partnership that changes fortunes and brings well-being to a team. In the UK, where football is so entwined within the social and cultural fabric of life, its impact via sponsorship reaches far beyond the pitch. Financial Stability and Growth Sponsorship deals are…
Read MoreSir Jim Ratcliffe ready to spend more than asking price to sign Ten Hag’s target
Manchester United have agreed a deal to sign Bologna forward Joshua Zirkzee—and quite creatively so. The Dutch international, who bagged 12 goals and 7 assists as Bologna qualified for the Champions League this season, had a release clause worth £33.6m (€40m) in his Bologna contract. The Red Devils were expected to trigger that very clause…
Read MoreManchester United have ‘agreements in place’ with Anthony Martial replacement, confirms David Ornstein
Manchester United are working on bringing in Joshua Zirkzee to replace Anthony Martial this summer. Erik ten Hag has had to make do with Rasmus Hojlund as his only striker option for the most part of the season amid Anthony Martial’s injury struggles. The Frenchman only played less than 500 minutes in the Premier League…
Read MoreManchester United agree to sell Solskjaer’s signing to La Liga club – Fabrizio Romano
Manchester United have found an agreement to permanently part ways with Donny van de Beek. The Dutch midfielder moved to Old Trafford in the summer of 2020, with United agreeing to spend around £35m for the then-Ajax sensation. At the time Van de Beek was viewed as one of Europe’s most exciting midfield talents, having…
Read MoreMikel Arteta target decides to reject Arsenal, agrees deal to sign for Manchester United
Manchester United are nearing the signing of Joshua Zirkzee, having allegedly agreed terms with the Bologna striker. Under Mikel Arteta’s tutelage, Arsenal have established themselves as one of the most attractive clubs in Europe, thanks to their dominating style of football. The next obvious step for the Spaniard is to win the Premier League or the…
Read MoreManchester United considering signing their former defender who flopped in his first spell
Manchester United have been linked with Sergio Reguilón on the back of the Spaniard’s impressive stint at Brentford. Manchester United find themselves in the same position they were last summer with regards to their left-back situation. Question marks remain over Luke Shaw’s fitness and Tyrell Malacia – who has also struggled with injuries – is…
Read MoreEuropean side ready to sell 24-yr-old star to Manchester United in £34m deal
Bayern Munich appear open to selling Matthijs de Ligt to Manchester United in a cut-price deal. Manchester United’s priority target for the centre-back position is Jarrad Branthwaite. However, Everton have shown little desire to negotiate for their defensive talent, who was one of their most important players last season. The Merseyside outfit have already turned…
Read MoreFormer Chelsea man to join Manchester United as INEOS look to strengthen Ten Hag’s squad
Manchester United are all set to bring in Christopher Vivell to oversee their recruitment strategy during this summer’s transfer window. United’s new co-owners INEOS have made some ambitious behind-the-scenes moves to improve the club’s football structure. Omar Berrada (formerly of Manchester City), Dan Ashworth (formerly of Newcastle United), and Jason Wilcox (formerly of Southampton) have…
Read MoreRatcliffe holds meeting with elite manager in search of Ten Hag’s replacement at Manchester United
Manchester United remain tight-lipped over Erik ten Hag’s long-term future but it appears the club’s hierarchy are doing work behind the scenes to potentially replace him. In late May, Ten Hag’s men lifted the FA Cup trophy at Wembley, ending a frustrating season on high. However, the fact United only managed an eighth-place finish in…
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