Man Utd transfer news LIVE: Hojlund set for loan after TWO seasons in England, United eye Cunha alongside Delap deal
MANCHESTER UNITED are ready for a HUGE summer transfer window - with Ruben Amorim expected to overhaul the squad with plenty of players arriving AND leaving.
Rasmus Hojlund has struggled for goals since his arrival in the Premier League, and already looks set to depart the club on loan this summer, with Juventus interested.
Meanwhile, the Red Devils continue to monitor Liam Delap, and his reported £30million relegation release clause, and are interested in bringing in Wolves Matheus Cunha alongside him.
The Red Devils have been put on alert with Everton expecting to lose Jarrad Branthwaite this summer, SunSport can exclusively reveal.
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Andre Onana dropped
Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana has been rested by manager Ruben Amorim for the Premier League trip to Newcastle.
This comes after Onana's two major errors on Thursday, which led to both of Lyon's goals in United's 2-2 draw in the Europa League at the Groupama Stadium.
Altay Bayindir is set to make his Prem debut with Man Utd at St James�?Park,.
According to The Guardian, Onana is likely to be recalled for Thursday’s quarter-final second leg at Old Trafford.
The Cameroon international was left behind when the Red Devils travelled to Tyneside on Saturday.
Amorim believes being taken out the line of fire will benefit the 29-year-old after the errors and recent off-field difficulties.
Hojlund eyed for loan
Juventus are keen to sign Manchester United ace Rasmus Hojlund on loan.
According to , Juve and Napoli are among the teams eyeing Hojlund ahead of the summer transfer window.
But it's the Bianconeri who are weighing a loan deal with an option to buy the striker.
However, the deal for the Denmark international has to be completed before the Club World Cup, which begins in two months time.
Amorim's £200 million rebuild
According to Mirror Football, United is prepared to sell up to nine players this summer in order to provide Ruben Amorim with a war chest of £200 million.
The Red Devils are willing to consider offers for Casemiro, Andre Onana, and Alejandro Garnacho, while Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho, Antony, and Tyrell Malacia are all presently on loan and are anticipated to be sold.
Christian Eriksen is scheduled to leave when his contract expires, while Kobbie Mainoo may potentially leave due to an ongoing contract dispute.
Utd players turn on cock-up keeper
EXCLUSIVE: Fuming Manchester United stars have turned on cock-up keeper Andre Onana, writes RICHARD MORIARTY.
The “silly�?Cameroon No�? could be axed for today’s Prem trip to Newcastle after his two blunders gifted Lyon a 2-2 Europa League draw on Thursday.
Team-mates blame Onana for “tempting fate�?by taunting the French side ahead of the quarter-final first leg.
A United insider revealed: “Some of the players are really p***ed off with him.
“You tempt fate when you say things like he did and then you end up looking silly if it comes back and bites you.
“Some wonder if it’s time for Altay Bayindir to be given a go.�?/p>
United boss Ruben Amorim initially backed Onana, but admitted: “There is nothing I can say to Andre that will help.�?/p>
Onana fired up Lyon by insisting the Red Devils were “way better�?than their opponents.
It sparked an angry response from Lyon’s ex-United midfielder Nemanja Matic, who dubbed Onana “one of the worst keepers in United’s history.�?/p>
Onana then responded to that jibe by slamming the Serb’s five trophyless seasons at Old Trafford.
The keeper has now made NINE errors leading to goals since joining United in a £43.8million move from Inter Milan two years ago.
Amorim eyeing huge transfer war chest
Ruben Amorim will be handed a £200million transfer war chest �?but only if he first flogs his Manchester United flops, writes PHIL THOMAS.
United plan a summer clear-out of almost an entire team of unwanted stars �?and the manager will be able to spend the bulk of any income.
Boss Amorim knows his kitty almost entirely depends on fees from departures and savings on wages, but Old Trafford bosses are confident the target figure is achievable.
That will mean the likes of Marcus Rashford, Antony and Jadon Sancho exiting for good, along with Christian Eriksen, Casemiro and even one of young guns Kobbie Mainoo or Alejandro Garnacho.
Despite the Red Devils�?shocking season, the club’s top brass are confident there remains enough interest in their out-of-favour stars to bring in a hefty amount.
Rashford, 27, has been edging towards top form since joining Aston Villa on loan, and they may well try and turn that into a permanent move.
Even if Villa boss Unai Emery decides against it, United believe the England player’s return to some sort of form has got other clubs interested, and they would sell for around £45m.
While Sancho, 25, has not been such a hit in his spell at Chelsea, a full-time switch is still on the table. United would get little more than half the £73m they paid Borussia Dortmund, but will listen to offers at that figure �?which could mean a return to the German club.
It is the same story with Brazilian Antony, who has shone on loan at Real Betis so much that the Spaniards would like to sign the 25-year-old for good.
Why Howe is missing out
A statement from the Magpies on Eddie Howe read: “He will miss Newcastle United’s Premier League game against Manchester United on Sunday due to illness.
“The Magpies�?head coach was admitted to hospital late on Friday evening having felt unwell for a number of days.
“Medical staff kept Eddie in hospital overnight for further tests, which are ongoing.
“He is conscious and talking with his family, and is continuing to receive expert medical care.
“Everyone at Newcastle United extends their best wishes to Eddie for a speedy recovery, and further updates will follow in due course.
“Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones will lead the team at St. James�?Park on Sunday, supported by the club’s first team staff.�?/p>
Credit: Reuters Chelsea and Everton join Utd in Delap hunt
EXCLUSIVE: Everton boss David Moyes plans to join the Liam Delap race �?and is happy to wait for his chance to net the striker, writes ALAN NIXON.
Moyes has funds for forwards and is keen on the Ipswich frontrunner, who can leave Portman Road for £30million because of an escape clause.
And while the 22-year-old is on the lists of Prem big guns like Chelsea and Manchester United as a possible buy, he is top of the list of strikers wanted by Moyes.
So the Toffees are willing to be patient and wait for Delap, who has 12 Prem goals, to come within their grasp in the window as his price, age and profile is ideal.
Everton have been relying on Beto for goals, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin often injured and out of contract in the summer.
Moyes wants fresh attackers, including Liverpool winger Ben Doak, 19, and hopes the new owners will fund those moves as the club switch to their spanking new £800m stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock.
Kob web of intrigue
Chelsea ae tipped to show interest in Kobbie Mainoo.
The England midfielder is said to be pondering a move overseas �?amid reports United are offering a new contract below his expectations.
Mainoo �?who turns 20 this month �?has two years left on his contract and currently earns around £20,000 a week.
His representatives want terms that would reflect the England international’s standing in the squad.
Their demand for around £180,000 per week is unlikely to be met by United as they look to get control of their wage bill.
As well as clubs around Europe, Chelsea are likely to be watching the situation closely.
Credit: Alamy Osimhen linked to Rasmus swap
Manchester United are reportedly considering swapping Rasmus Hojlund for Victor Osimhen.
Italian outlet Tutto Sport claim United are working to secure the signing of Osimhen �?who is currently on loan at Galatasaray �?in the summer.
And they are considering offering Hojlund in a swap deal to go to Napoli as part of the transfer.
Ruben set for £200m spree... if he sells flops
Ruben Amorim will be handed a £200million transfer war chest �?but only if he first flogs his Manchester United flops, writes PHIL THOMAS.
United plan a summer clear-out of almost an entire team of unwanted stars �?and the manager will be able to spend the bulk of any income.
The Red Devils are confident of getting £45m for Marcus Rashford Boss Amorim knows his kitty almost entirely depends on fees from departures and savings on wages, but Old Trafford bosses are confident the target figure is achievable.
That will mean the likes of Marcus Rashford, Antony and Jadon Sancho exiting for good, along with Christian Eriksen, Casemiro and even one of young guns Kobbie Mainoo or Alejandro Garnacho.
Despite the Red Devils�?shocking season, the club’s top brass are confident there remains enough interest in their out-of-favour stars to bring in a hefty amount.
Alejandro Garnacho may be sold amid interest from Napoli Rashford, 27, has been edging towards top form since joining Aston Villa on loan, and they may well try and turn that into a permanent move.
Even if Villa boss Unai Emery decides against it, United believe the England player’s return to some sort of form has got other clubs interested, and they would sell for around £45m.
While Sancho, 25, has not been such a hit in his spell at Chelsea, a full-time switch is still on the table.
United could cash-in on Andre Onana amid interest from Saudi Arabia United would get little more than half the £73m they paid Borussia Dortmund, but will listen to offers at that figure �?which could mean a return to the German club.
It is the same story with Brazilian Antony, who has shone on loan at Real Betis so much that the Spaniards would like to sign the 25-year-old for good.
Red Devils team-mates 'want Onana axed'
EXCLUSIVE: Fuming Manchester United stars have turned on cock-up keeper Andre Onana, writes RICHARD MORIARTY.
The “silly�?Cameroon No�? could be axed for today’s Prem trip to Newcastle after his two blunders gifted Lyon a 2-2 Europa League draw on Thursday.
Team-mates blame Onana for “tempting fate�?by taunting the French side ahead of the quarter-final first leg.
A United insider revealed: “Some of the players are really p***ed off with him.
“You tempt fate when you say things like he did and then you end up looking silly if it comes back and bites you.
“Some wonder if it’s time for Altay Bayindir to be given a go.�?/p>
United boss Ruben Amorim initially backed Onana, but admitted: “There is nothing I can say to Andre that will help.�?/p>
Onana fired up Lyon by insisting the Red Devils were “way better�?than their opponents.
It sparked an angry response from Lyon’s ex-United midfielder Nemanja Matic, who dubbed Onana “one of the worst keepers in United’s history.�?/p>
Onana then responded to that jibe by slamming the Serb’s five trophyless seasons at Old Trafford.
The keeper has now made NINE errors leading to goals since joining United in a £43.8million move from Inter Milan two years ago.
Everton join hunt for Utd target
EXCLUSIVE: Everton boss David Moyes plans to join the Liam Delap race �?and is happy to wait for his chance to net the striker, writes ALAN NIXON.
Moyes has funds for forwards and is keen on the Ipswich frontrunner, who can leave Portman Road for £30million because of an escape clause.
And while the 22-year-old is on the lists of Prem big guns like Chelsea and Manchester United as a possible buy, he is top of the list of strikers wanted by Moyes.
So the Toffees are willing to be patient and wait for Delap, who has 12 Prem goals, to come within their grasp in the window as his price, age and profile is ideal.
Everton have been relying on Beto for goals, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin often injured and out of contract in the summer.
Moyes wants fresh attackers, including Liverpool winger Ben Doak, 19, and hopes the new owners will fund those moves as the club switch to their spanking new £800m stadium at Bramley-Moore Dock.
Rd Devils linked to Ajax kid
Ajax whizid Abdellah Ouazane has leapt to the attention of Manchester United.
That's the claim tonight after the 16-year-old has been arguably the best player of the U17 Africa Cup of Nations Championships in Morocco.
The creative midfielder helped the hosts earn a semi-final slot against Ivory Coast.
Morocco coach Nabil Baha said of his Amsterdam-born ace: "He’s a player we count on a lot.
He can make the difference. He was born in 2009 �?people forget that. He’s a year younger than the others. But he plays at Ajax, and he’s full of talent.
Baha added: "These days, 100 per cent isn’t enough. Everyone gives 100 per cent. What we need is 120 per cent. And he’s capable of that."
Antony 'close to £85m exit
Real Betis could turn Antony's loan deal from Manchester United into an £86million permanent switch.
That's the claim tonight, amid reports the Spanish club might even be "close" to completing such an arrangement.
The Brazilian winger frustrated at Old Trafford but has regained his fizzing best form in Spain.
Hojlund on criticism
Rasmus Hojlund has struggled at times this season and has been slammed by pundits and fans.
Asked about the criticism, he told : "I knew that was part of the package when I signed. It is what it is. It's part of the story of being a Manchester United player.
"You get criticised if you're not performing to the level and if you're not up there where the club wants to be, which is completely fair.
"You can't get into a hole emotionally. You need to keep yourself sorted and find your own way to perform and that's what we're here for."
Kobbie Main-Blue?
Chelsea ae tipped to show interest in Kobbie Mainoo.
The England midfielder is said to be pondering a move overseas - amid reports United are offering a new contract below his expectations.
Mainoo �?who turns 20 this month �?has two years left on his contract and currently earns around £20,000 a week.
His representatives want terms that would reflect the England international’s standing in the squad.
Their demand for around £180,000 per week is unlikely to be met by United as they look to get control of their wage bill.
As well as clubs around Europe, Chelsea are likely to be watching the situation closely.
Great Danes
Rasmus Hojlind has revealed that Christian Eriksen has helped him settle into life at Man Utd.
The striker told : "Christian has been great. He's done it in a calm way. He's not been like a father with me and said what to do and sort of things, he's just sort of helped me settle.
"He helped me with where to live and these sorts of things. But he's also been great at just approaching me at the right times, and also giving me the input that he could see I needed sometimes.
"I think I've got to find my own way. So he's been great at understanding when to help me and when just to leave me to find my own way, if you can put it that way. And that's helped me a lot.
Goodbye statement
Man Utd physio David Binningsley, who joined in 2018, has explained his decision to leave. He previously worked at Sunderland and Middlesbrough.
He wrote on social media: "After 26 consecutive years in football I have decided that now is the right time to step back and give back to my family.
"Those who have lived it �?especially at a club like Manchester United �?realise that time is so precious.
"The games schedule, travelling and training is very tough, often to the detriment of those closest to us.
"I have worked with some incredible players and staff over the years and would like to thank them all sincerely for the experiences they have given me. I feel so humble that I have ‘lived the dream�?
“Looking forward to spending some time with the family and seeing what the future holds.�?/p>
Stepping in
Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones will cover for Eddie Howe against Man Utd tomorrow, with the Newcastle boss in hospital.
Tindall is his long-term assistant and he briefly managed Bournemouth on his own after Howe left the Cherries in 2020.
Jones has been at Newcastle since 2021. The experienced coach has previously worked in the England and Everton setups, while also managing Luton for a year.
'Conscious and talking'
A statement from Newcastle on Eddie Howe read: "He will miss Newcastle United's Premier League game against Manchester United on Sunday due to illness.
"The Magpies' head coach was admitted to hospital late on Friday evening having felt unwell for a number of days.
"Medical staff kept Eddie in hospital overnight for further tests, which are ongoing.
"He is conscious and talking with his family, and is continuing to receive expert medical care.
"Everyone at Newcastle United extends their best wishes to Eddie for a speedy recovery, and further updates will follow in due course.
"Jason Tindall and Graeme Jones will lead the team at St. James' Park on Sunday, supported by the club's first team staff."
Credit: Reuters BREAKING: Howe to miss United clash
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe will not be on the touchline for the game against Man Utd tomorrow after being taken to hospital following an illness.
Maguire's physio tribute
United physio David Binningsley is leaving the club and Harry Maguire has thanked him on social media.
He wrote: Thanks for everything mate. One of the best around, you'll be missed by everyone."
Mainoo's contract
Last month, it was revealed Kobbie Mainoo is weighing up a move abroad with United’s new contract offer short of what he was hoping for.
Mainoo �?who turns 20 this month �?has two years left on his contract and currently earns around £20,000 a week.
His representatives want terms that would reflect the England international’s standing in the squad.
Their demand for around £180,000 per week is unlikely to be met by United as they look to get control of their wage bill.
As well as clubs around Europe, Chelsea are likely to be watching the situation closely.
Ferdinand transfer advice
Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has named four players manager Ruben Amorim must sign this summer.
He said: "I agree with Gary Neville that they need five players, I think they need four or five players but they will be constrained by [Profit and Sustainability Rules]. I want a centre midfielder to play alongside [Manuel] Ugarte.
"That player needs to be able to take the ball and transfer it through to Bruno [Fernandes] and the strikers. And you know who I'd go for? Adam Wharton.
"We need [Victor] Osimhen. We need experience. We need someone who knows how to score. We need someone who can come and show these young strikers at Man United how to do it.
"Another one I'd go and buy is [Matheus] Cunha. He's made it clear that he wants to leave so I'd go and get Cunha.
"You know who else I'd go and get? [Jeremie] Frimpong at right wing-back."
Man Utd target Ndoye
Manchester United continue to monitor Bologna star Dan Ndoye ahead of the summer transfer window.
According to and , United are still keen after last summer and could rival Napoli for Ndoye in the upcoming market.
Tuttomercato suggest the Serie A outfit want around �?0million (£26m) for the versatile forward, which may fit into Man Utd's budget.
And the Switzerland international could fit into Ruben Amorim's desired 3-4-2-1 formation as he knows how to play on the back of the striker.
