MANCHESTER UNITED want to wrap up a deal for Frenkie de Jong this week, with a £68m fee reportedly close to being agreed.
And Cristiano Ronaldo could be heading back to Portugal after his first club Sporting Lisbon sounded him out over a return home, SunSport can exclusively reveal.
The Sun on Sunday understands bosses at Sporting, where Ronaldo played 25 league games before signing for United in 2003, believe they can lure him back to Lisbon.
Ronaldo's agent Jorge Mendes also met with new Chelsea boss Todd Boehly in Portugal last week ahead of a sensational potential summer transfer.
The Manchester United star's future is far from decided with the player being linked with a move away from Old Trafford.
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- Justin Lawrence
Ronaldo fishes on yacht
Georgina Rodriguez left little to the imagination as she showed off her tan lines in a bikini.
But partner Cristiano Ronaldo was more interested in fishing as he enjoyed his summer holidays on a £5.5million yacht.
The dazzling duo are currently soaking up the sunshine in Majorca.
Ronaldo’s five children are also with the couple in Spain.
And the Manchester United star, 37, is making sure he rests up in a luxury villa at the foot of the Tramuntana mountains before the new season begins.
- Justin Lawrence
De Jong to United complete
Man United will complete the signing of Barcelona star Frenkie de Jong in the next few days, reports claim.
The Red Devils have agreed a fee around £68m for the midfielder, according to talkSPORT.
The report states the transfer will be wrapped up by June 30.
He will become United’s first signing of the summer thus far.
- Justin Lawrence
Prem giants 'met Martinez's representatives'
Both Man United and Arsenal are reportedly ramping up their pursuit of Ajax ace Lisandro Martinez.
The Prem giants are locked in a battle for his signature.
And representatives from both clubs met with Martinez's camp in the week over a possible transfer, the Sunday Mirror claim.
Although the Gunners are said to be winning the race for his signature despite having their first bid rejected, the report adds.
- Justin Lawrence
Hargreaves reveals Champions League dream
Owen Hargreaves has revealed he joined Man United in 2007 to win the Champions League.
He said to United's media: "One of the things he said to me, I’ll never forget it, was, 'Owen we signed you to help us win the Champions League.
"You can be a part of that.' That was one of the big reasons I wanted to come.
"[I wanted] to be a part of this team, play at this stadium, with these fans. That group of players we had was just out of this world. You just wanted to be a piece of the puzzle.”
- Justin Lawrence
Hargreaves praises Sir Alex
Owen Hargreaves has revealed Sir Alex Ferguson was the driving force behind his move to Man United in 2007.
Hargreaves told United's media: "I remember [when I arrived] he just said: ‘these fans are very knowledgeable and it was a bit along the lines of ‘you give them your best, they’ll appreciate that.’
"Before I came we spoke so much and he was one of the driving forces, one of the reasons why I wanted to come.
"Who doesn’t want to play under Sir Alex?"
- Justin Lawrence
United rule out Ronaldo transfer
Furious Man United chiefs have told Cristiano Ronaldo he's not going anywhere amid interest from Chelsea.
Ronaldo's agent Jorge Mendes allegedly met with the Blues over a potential move for the disgruntled attacker.
But the Mirror claim United have vetoed any possible exit for Ronaldo.
The publication claim a source told them:"Cristiano is not for sale. We want – and fully expect – him to be with us next season."
- Tony Robertson
Good morning Man United fans
Sporting Lisbon have contacted Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo over the possibility of a shock transfer.
The Sun on Sunday understands bosses at Sporting, where Ronaldo played 25 league games before signing for United in 2003, believe they can lure him back to Lisbon.
A source said: “Sporting know that Ronaldo loves winning trophies. That looks a long way away at United at the moment and time is running out for Ronaldo.
“So what better way to finish his career than move back home and play in Portugal."
It has also been revealed that Ronaldo's agent, Jorge Mendes, met with new Chelsea owner Todd Boehly in Portugal last week.
According to The Athletic, Ronaldo's future at United as well as a potential move to Chelsea was discussed when Boehly met Mendes in Portugal last week.
However as things stand, United intend to keep the legendary forward. He said in a recent interview: "I was and still am very happy to be here."
Derby County's Malcolm Ebiowei snubbed a move to United after Crystal Palace sporting director Dougie Freedman drove him to his medical and signing with The Eagles.
In other news, some United fans are planning an anti-glazer protest ahead of new manager Erik ten Hag's first game in charge at Old Trafford.
Meanwhile, Harry Maguire has gotten married to childhood sweetheart Fern Hawkins in a stunning ceremony at a French chapel.
- Tony Robertson
Palace director drove Ebiowei into United snub
Malcolm Ebiowei ignored Manchester United’s Erik ten Hag and Steve McClaren to join Crystal Palace – with Crystal Palace sporting director Dougie Freedman DRIVING him to his signing.
Highly-rated Ebiowei, 18, has moved to Selhurst Park from Derby on a free — a deal we first revealed in April.
McClaren was a technical director at the Rams and tried to get the winger to follow him in a series of phone calls. Ebiowei even snubbed a text from new boss Ten Hag.
But London teen Ebiowei was swayed to join the Eagles after transfer-guru Freedman made it his personal crusade.
The club’s sporting director met him twice, then went back to see him in a South London gym last week before showing him around Palace’s facilities.
Then the canny Scot turned up at the player’s door to take him for his medical and signing.
- Tony Robertson
Liverpool lead race for Bellingham
Liverpool are confident Kalvin Phillips’ proposed move to Manchester City leaves them in pole position to land Jude Bellingham.
However there is still likely to be a tug-of-war between the Premier League’s big two to land the midfielder next summer.
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is a huge fan of the Borussia Dortmund star and has already earmarked him as his top target in 12 months time.
But Pep Guardiola is an equally big admirer of the 18-year-old and hopes Bellingham’s friendship with new signing Erling Haaland can sway an eventual deal their way.
There is growing confidence at Anfield that Man City’s imminent £45million signing of Leeds ace Phillips means the Reds are favourites to sign Bellingham.
Manchester United are a distant third in the race for his signature with Erik ten Hag's transfer plans still being finalised.
- James Orr
Sporting in for Ronaldo exclusive
Cristiano Ronaldo could be heading back to Portugal after his first club Sporting Lisbon sounded him out over a return home.
The Sun on Sunday understands bosses at Sporting, where Ronaldo played 25 league games before signing for United in 2003, believe they can lure him back to Lisbon.
A source said: “Sporting know that Ronaldo loves winning trophies.
“That looks a long way away at United at the moment and time is running out for Ronaldo.
“So what better way to finish his career than move back home and play in Portugal."
A move home would also delight his mum Dolores.
Last September she told a Portuguese podcast: “He has to come back."
- James Orr
Anti-Glazer protest planned
Man United fans are reportedly planning an anti-Glazer protest ahead of new boss Erik ten Hag’s first home game in charge.
The Dutch coach, 52, will lead his side out at Old Trafford in a friendly game against Rayo Vallecano on July 31.
But it is set to be far from a party atmosphere for the manager’s opening match in the dugout at the Theatre of Dreams.
According to Manchester Evening News, supporters are planning to gather a number of hours before kick-off to demonstrate their opposition to the Glazers ownership with a peaceful protest.
- James Orr
Lisandro Martinez latest
Man Utd are falling behind in the race to sign Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez after Arsenal made a £25million transfer offer for him.
However, this offer was rejected by the Dutch Champions, who are holding out for a fee closer to £43million for the 24-year-old
Erik ten Hag has identified him as an alternative to Jurrien Timber after he snubbed a switch following talks with Holland gaffer Louis van Gaal about his spot in the World Cup squad.
- James Orr
Ten Hag at United tomorrow
Erik ten Hag will arrive at Manchester United tomorrow with pre-season set to begin on Monday.
The Dutchman will check-in at Carrington as he plots a return to form next season for the Red Devils.
Ten Hag is set to face a baptism of fire amid a backdrop of fan unrest with the Glazers and a lack of signings.
The former Ajax manager will meet a group of Man United stars when they check back for pre-season on Monday.
- Tony Robertson
Rooney departure leave Hourihane in limbo
Conor Hourihane has been left in limbo by Wayne Rooney’s shock Derby departure.
The Republic of Ireland midfielder spent last season on loan at Sheffield United but is now a free agent after Aston Villa did not renew his contract.
Rooney wanted 31-year-old Hourihane to lead the Rams’ League One promotion charge and offered a three-year deal when Chris Kirchner was due to buy the club.
But Roo’s decision to quit has stunned many current Derby players and targets.
- Tony Robertson
Ronaldo to Chelsea context
Chelsea are in the market for a forward this summer with club record signing Romelu Lukaku set to return to Inter Milan on loan.
Manchester United's failure to get into the Champions League and lack of transfer market activity has led to rumours which indicate Ronaldo could be open to leaving the club.
However, as it stands United intend to keep the legendary forward with Ronaldo also insisting he is " happy" at United.
- James Orr
Lingard closing in on West Ham
West Ham are "close" to signing soon-to-be free agent Jesse Lingard, according to reports.
The 29-year-old will leave boyhood club Manchester United at the end of this month, where he has spent 22 years.
And according to the Daily Mail, West Ham are leading the race for the England international's signature.
David Moyes' side are going back with a new offer for freebie Lingard.
West Ham have been itching to bring Lingard back to the London Stadium ever since his glittering loan spell in the second half of the 2020-21 season.
Lingard scored nine goals and provide five assists in just 16 games.
- James Orr
Ronaldo to Chelsea latest
Ronaldo's agent Jorge Mendes met with new Chelsea owner Todd Boehly in Portugal last week.
According to The Athletic, Ronaldo’s future was discussed when Chelsea owner Boehly (pictured below) met Mendes.
- Tony Robertson
Ronaldo agent meets Chelsea owner
New Chelsea owner Todd Boehly reportedly met with Cristiano Ronaldo's agent Jorge Mendes in Portugal last week.
The Manchester United star's future is far from undecided with the player being linked with a move away from Old Trafford.
Despite hitting 24 goals across all competitions last season, Ronaldo was unable to drag United to a top-four finish.
The Red Devils had to settle for a sixth and the Europa League instead.
And according to The Athletic, Ronaldo's future was discussed when Chelsea owner Boehly met Mendes in Portugal last week.
- Tony Robertson
United stars hit the gym
A host of Manchester United stars have been pictured hitting the gym over the last few days.
Stars including Cristiano Ronaldo, Marcus Rashford, Scott McTominay, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, and Axel Tuanzebe have posted pictures and videos of themselves hard at work in the gym flexing their muscles.
It is very possible this could be in a bid to impress new United boss Erik ten Hag as he prepares to decide the future of a number of players ahead of a summer overhaul of the squad.
United suffered statistically their worst ever season in the Premier League last season, with stars including Rashford and Wan-Bissaka struggling for large parts of the season.
- James Orr
Man Utd dealt transfer blow
Man United have been dealt a blow in their battle to sign Tyrell Malacia, according to reports.
Journalist Fabrizio Romano claims Lyon are closing in on a £13million deal to sign the Feyenoord left-back.
The final details of the transfer are being discussed with it nearing completion.
Man Utd were believed to be interested in Malacia, 22, who impressed for the Eredivisie side last season.
- Tony Robertson
West Ham in talks with Lingard
West Ham United are in talks with former Man United star Jesse Lingard.
The attacking midfielder was released by the club as his contract expired this summer.
The London side are now in talks with Lingard about a return to the London Stadium after a successful loan spell in the back half of the 2020/21 season.
The 29-year-old has spent some of his off-season showing off his dance moves on TikTok.
- Tony Robertson
Falling behind in the race for Martinez
Man United are falling behind in the race to sign Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez after Arsenal made a £25million transfer offer for him.
However, this offer was rejected by the Dutch Champions, who are holding out for a fee closer to £43million for the 24-year-old
Erik ten Hag has identified him as an alternative to Jurrien Timber after he snubbed a switch following talks with Holland gaffer Louis van Gaal about his spot in the World Cup squad.
- Tony Robertson
Tomorrow marks dawn of Ten Hag
Erik ten Hag will arrive at Manchester United tomorrow with pre-season set to begin on Monday.
The Dutchman will check-in at Carrington as he plots a return to form next season for the Red Devils.
Ten Hag is set to face a baptism of fire amid a backdrop of fan unrest with the Glazers and a lack of signings.
The former Ajax manager will meet a group of Man United stars when they check back for pre-season on Monday.
He won't meet the bulk of his squad until later, with those out on international duty set to have an extended holiday.
- Tony Robertson
Harry Maguire marries childhood sweetheart
Harry Maguire has wed his childhood sweetheart Fern Hawkins in a stunning ceremony at a French chapel.
The Man Utd and England star shared a sweet picture from the nuptials today on his Instagram page.
In a heartfelt caption, Harry, 29, said the nuptials were "a day I’ll never forget".
Harry and Fern, 27, tied the knot at the Chateau de Varennes in the South of France, which is voted one of the top ten wedding venues in the world.
- Tony Robertson
Mourinho wants Ronaldo reunion
Jose Mourinho is reportedly trying to do everything in his power to sign Cristiano Ronaldo for Roma.
That’s after the striker gave Manchester United an ultimatum over their lack of transfer activity.
Retesport claims Roma are pulling out all the stops in an attempt to land Ronaldo this summer.
The 37-year-old’s future at United has been in doubt since the club missed out on a top four finish.
And it’s reckoned Ronnie has become frustrated with their lack of signings this month.
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