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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Can't go on
Red Devils legend Eric Cantona claims Manchester United have lost their soul.
The French forward was back in Manchester at the weekend and took in the disappointing goalless derby draw against City.
Cantona, 58, said: "I support United because I really love United, but now if I was a fan and I had to choose a club I don’t think I would choose United.
"For me, that is very important to respect these people like you respect your manager and your team-mates.
"I think since Ratcliffe arrived it’s the complete opposite and this team of directors they try to destroy everything and they don’t respect anybody.
"They even want to change the stadium.
"The soul of the team and the club is not in the players. All the people around is like a big family."
Credit: Getty Marcus Rashford Exclusive
Aston Villa are set to go head to head with Paris Saint-Germain this summer in a battle for Marcus Rashford.
Sun Sport can reveal the Premier League side want to make the current loan arrangement they have with the England star a permanent switch.
Manager Unai Emery has told Villa chiefs he’s confident the Manchester United forward’s head is in the right place and that signing him would help take the club to the next level.
The big issue will be Rashford’s salary but Villa hope he could be persuaded to take a drop in his wages in order to secure a move that will help resurrect his career with the club and England.
Emery - who took a risk by signing Rashford - rates him very highly.
So highly in fact that Villa sources said he’d be prepared to make him their main striker should Ollie Watkins leave over the summer.
Chelsea transfer competition
Manchester United will face competition from Chelsea in the summer transfer window.
That is according to Sky Sports, who report the Blues are keeping tabs on some similar targets.
The West Londoners are eyeing Ipswich Town star Liam Delap, who poses as a top target for United.
Chelsea are also keen on Eintracht Franfurt's Hugo Ekitike, who's been linked with Man Utd.
RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko and Lille's Jonathan David are also options.
Ferdinand transfer advice
Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has named four players manager Ruben Amorim must sign this summer.
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.
Rio FerdinandLiam Delap demand
Ipswich Town star Liam Delap will be available for a cut price deal if his team gets relegated to the Championship.
Ipswich are 18th in the Premier League table with 12 points separating them from 17th-placed Wolves, which means that the drop is becoming increasingly likely.
And SunSport understand Delap will be available for as little as £30million if the Tractor Boys are relegated.
Any deal to sell the striker will also see Manchester City, who sold him to Ipswich for £15m plus £5m in add-ons last summer, earn 20 per cent through a sell-on clause.
Credit: Alamy Jack Grealish incident
A Manchester United fan who is charged with assaulting Manchester City ace Jack Grealish at the end of Sunday’s Manchester derby has been banned from Old Trafford.
Alfie Holt, 20, is alleged to have slapped Grealish as he walked off the pitch following the 0-0 draw.
The winger was walking towards the tunnel at the end of the Premier League game when Holt is alleged to have beckoned him over and raised his hands to the England international.
The 29-year-old, who came on as sub in the 74th minute, complained to club officials and cops later arrested a man.
A Gtr Manchester Police spokesperson said: "Alfie Holt, 20, of Droylsden, has been charged with assault. He will appear at Manchester Magistrates Court in July.
“This charge relates to an incident which took place at Old Trafford Football Club.�?/p>
Man United front
Manchester United legend Gary Neville has stepped in to raise money for former players after minority shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe pulled the plug.
In a big cost-cutting drive, billionaire Ratcliffe axed the ailing club’s annual £40,000 donation to an ex-stars fund.
The Association of Former Manchester United Players was set up in 1985 with its main objectives of promoting friendship, support as well as charitable work.
Neville has worked with the club to organise an event to honour ex-striker Andy Cole, with the proceeds going to AFMUP.
Guests at the £125 a ticket bash on April 24 will include legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson.
Dan Ndoye boost
Manchester United have been linked with a transfer war against Napoli over Bologna star Dan Ndoye.
But United may have the edge as Ndoye has a past with minority shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe's INEOS.
The versatile winger started out at Lausanne-Sport, which is one of the clubs owned by Ratcliffe's group.
The Switzerland international then moved to Nice �?another Ineos club.
However, Napoli’s interest poses as a real threat as they are still searching for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia', but United’s Ineos ties may just play a key part in any deal.'s replacement.
Matheus Cunha interest
Manchester United are tipped to open talks over recruiting Wolves star Matheus Cunha.
According to Give Me Sport, United are close to launching negotiations with Cunha’s representatives.
Until now, the Gunners have been rated as the versatile forward's biggest admirers but Man Utd are also in contention.
Therefore, a transfer war looks very likely between the two Premier League giants.
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.
Europa League statement
Manchester United legend Roy Keane stated winning the Europa League wouldn’t be a success for his former club.
Keane was speaking on the Stick to Football podcast, brought to you by :
Not that trophy, no. Not for Manchester United, maybe for other teams winning that trophy.
There is a plus to it because it’ll get them into the Champions League, but the trophy and that competition shouldn’t be enough for United, absolutely not.
Roy KeaneLiam Delap details
Manchester United have made Ipswich Town star Liam Delap their top target for the summer transfer window.
United have identified Delap as their preferred option up top ahead of Sporting Lisbon's Viktor Gyokeres, RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko and Napoli's Victor Osimhen, who's on loan at Galatasaray.
The striker has emerged as a favourite amongst the hierarchy at Old Trafford as manager Ruben Amorim prepares to be backed financially in the summer.
The England Under-21 international is thought to be available for £40million if the Tractor Boys get relegated, which is very likely.
Credit: PA Delap relegation release clause revealed
Manchester United target Liam Delap's relegation release clause has been revealed.
It has been a breakout year for the former Manchester City star, scoring 12 goals and adding two assists in 33 Premier League games.
His performances have sparked interest from a number of top clubs, including Man Utd and Chelsea.
And SunSport understands Delap will be available for as little as £30million if Ipswich are relegated.
Jarrad Branthwaite Exclusive
Manchester United have been put on alert with Everton expecting to lose Jarrad Branthwaite this summer.
The Toffees are facing a huge summer overhaul at the end of the season, with just 11 senior players currently under contract for next season.
While defender Branthwaite has a deal running until 2027, with an option to extend by another year, senior figures at Goodison Park have already accepted he will depart.
United failed in a bid for the England Under-21 international last summer, while SunSport can reveal the Toffees rejected a significant bid from a Premier League rival on deadline day in January.
The Red Devils are expected to return again this summer as they look to build a squad capable of playing Ruben Amorim’s style, with the Everton man valued at over £50million.
But United will not be alone. Tottenham have previously expressed an interest in the 22-year-old and could return should one of Cristian Romero depart this summer.
Onana vs Matic
Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana fired back after being savaged by ex-Red Devil Nemanja Matic ahead of Thursday’s Europa League quarter-final with Lyon.
It all started when Onana said: “I think we are better than them, we just have to go there and show who we are. If we go there with a winning mentality and we are focused, stay compact and together and we follow the game plan we will be winning the game.
“We know some of them, but I don’t think we have to focus on them. It’s more about us, what we’re going to do. Of course it’s not going to be easy, but I think we are way better than them.�?/p>
Lyon star Matic responded: “To say that, you need to have cover. Onana? Pfft, I respect everyone but to say that then you need to get the answer.
“If you are one of the worst goalkeepers in Man United history, you need to take care what you are talking. If David de Gea or Peter Schmeichel or [Edwin] Van der Sar said that, I would question myself.
“But if you are one of the, statistically, worst goalkeepers in Man Utd’s modern history then, you know, he needs to show that [he is much better] before he says [that].�?/p>
And Onana replied on Twitter: “I would never be disrespectful to another club. We know that tomorrow will be a difficult game against a strong opponent.
“We focus on preparing a performance to make our fans proud. At least I’ve lifted trophies with the greatest club in the world. Some can’t say the same.�?/p>
Neville steps in to raise funds
Gary Neville has stepped in to raise money for former players after boss Sir Jim Ratcliffe pulled the plug.
In a big cost-cutting drive, billionaire Sir Jim axed the ailing club’s annual £40,000 donation to an ex-stars fund.
The Association of Former Manchester United Players was set up in 1985 with its main objectives of promoting friendship, support and charitable work.
But many of its 300-plus members played in the years before the eye-watering wages of today.
Now Neville has worked with the club to organise an event to honour ex-striker Andy Cole, with the proceeds going to AFMUP.
Guests at the £125 a ticket bash on April 24 will include legendary manager Sir Alex.
AFMUP trustee Jim Elms, 84, said: “Gary telephoned me and said he’d organise a Q&A session and we are all delighted.�?/p>
Hojlund rejects 'rescue job' claim
Rasmus Højlund said he does not like the narrative that a Europa League triumph would "rescue" the club's torrid campaign.
When asked if lifting the trophy would rescue their season, Højlund told ESPN on Disney+ in Denmark: "Yeah, I guess, I guess so in some ways, but then again, I don't like the, the word 'rescue.'
"It's more of a learning curve and and trying to have a good fundamental to build on for next season."
"I guess we're still quite early in the phase, aren't we? Then again, we are going in the right direction, I think.
"We're starting to understand each other, but like the coach is saying �?every time he goes in the media he says we have so much to improve and everybody needs to do better and we need to develop all of us, so that's the target."
Predicted line up vs Lyon
Amad spotted back at Carrington
Club cameras were in the men's gym at Carrington where Amad was pictured working hard under the supervision of medical staff.
The Ivorian hasn’t played since February after picking up an ankle injury in training, but is currently doing everything he can to return from the issue before the end of the season.
Prior to suffering the problem, Amad was enjoying the best season of his United career to date, proving himself as a consistently impactful performer from multiple positions.
The Ivorian has vowed to come back “stronger than ever�?and, whenever that may be, we can’t wait to see him back on the pitch and doing his thing for the Reds again.
Amorim wants Kobbie Mainoo improvement
Ruben Amorim insists Kobbie Mainoo still has plenty to improve on - including his build-up play as the Manchester United youngster looks to build on his debut season.
He said: "When I see Kobbie, I see a lot of talent. But in the way I see it, I could be wrong. I see some things that Kobbie has to improve.
"His pace in the game. He needs to improve in the build-up. Near the box, he has a lot of talent and that is why I think he did a really good game in the Europa League in that position.
"But I don't see a full player at the moment; he is 19. If I say I have seen the final player, I don't think I am helping Kobbie."
Transfer target demanding big wages
Manchester United target Victor Osimhen is expected to leave Napoli in the summer, having been touted for a move to Old Trafford for many months - though his wage demands could put Ruben Amorim's side off despite his keenness to join the Red Devils.
The report by ESPN states that Osimhen is targeting a move to the Premier League once his loan spell at Turkish Super Lig giants Galatasaray comes to an end in the summer - and United are one of those who are looking a move for the striker ahead of next season.
But any move for Osimhen could falter, with the Nigerian expecting to demand a wage of �?1m (£9.5million) after tax per year, according to the report - which works out at around a wage of £360,000 per week before tax.
Kobbie Mainoo fitness update
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has provided a fitness update on Kobbie Mainoo after the midfielder was named in our travelling squad to face Lyon.
The midfielder was spotted back in training ahead of the clash.
Amorim said: “In this moment, we have to be careful with Kobbie,�?said Ruben.
“He had some weeks out, so we have to be careful with his fitness. We are really happy to have more options and an option like Kobbie Mainoo, with the quality that he has, he can play in different positions - he has already played as a six, as an eight, as a 10.
“So we are really pleased to have Kobbie Mainoo but we have to be careful, and we need Kobbie Mainoo fit and fresh.�?/p>
Amorim provides injury update
Ruben Amorim has provided an update on the injuries that will see Matthijs De Ligt and Toby Collyer miss Manchester United's Europa League quarter-final first leg against Lyon.
He said: "Matta has a problem in his foot, we are trying to assess. We still don't have the data that he can return.
"Toby has a small issue in his leg so we hope to have him in a few weeks."
Rashhford told how he must change
Former Man United star Louis Saha revealed what Marcus Rashford must change if he wishes to earn a second chance at Old Trafford.
The Frenchman said on talkSPORT's The LineUp: 'I think he can go back to Manchester United, but he needs to change his personality and mindset.
"He has proved on the pitch what a top player he is, but all of this ego stuff he has to get rid of �?it's as simple as that. If you want to destroy defences and help the team be successful, you have to do it in so many different ways.
"It's not about his teammates or the manager, it's about him and until his attitude changes we won't see the real Marcus Rashford.
"I, like many, am a big fan and was really upset when he left Manchester United because of the reasons for it breaking down at Old Trafford, but especially more the way he is performing at Aston Villa."
Chelsea lead United for star
Chelsea are ‘leading the race�?to sign Jobe Bellingham from Sunderland this summer, despite the fact he is also wanted by Manchester United, as per a report.
According to CaughtOffside, Chelsea are in pole position to strike a deal for Bellingham and are showing the ‘strongest interest�?in him.
Enzo Maresca has identified central midfield as an area which needs bolstering this summer and Chelsea are set to act on that demand.
Man Utd are also monitoring Bellingham, while other interested clubs include Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur and Borussia Dortmund. The latter, of course, helped to develop Jude prior to his big-money switch to Real Madrid.
