MANCHESTER UNITED are willing to let Cristiano Ronaldo leave on loan, and Jose Mourinho's Roma have now reportedly entered the frame.
Atletico Madrid are the favourites to sign the Portugal captain and are even open to letting Antoine Griezmann go in order to make the transfer happen.
But there are also reports that Jose Mourinho's Roma could make their own bid for Ronaldo.
And we've also got all the latest news on United's long term pursuit of Frenkie de Jong.
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- Sam Dymond
Red Devils reignite Sergej interest
Manchester United have returned to Sergej Milinkovic-Savic while their move for Frenkie de Jong shows no sign of progress.
The Red Devils were strongly linked with the Lazio midfielder earlier in the summer before putting all their eggs in De Jong's basket.
But now the club are seriously considering other options, and the Serbian is at the top of their list.
Calciomercato reported United's reignited interest over the weekend, but stated that Lazio's asking price of €70m will be an issue.
The 27-year-old has another two years to run on his current deal at the Stadio Olimpico.
- Sam Dymond
United dismiss Juve's Martial interest
What a difference a few months can make.
Anthony Martial's Manchester United career looked over after interim boss Ralf Rangnick shipped him out to Sevilla on loan back in January.
But now the Frenchman is back at Old Trafford – and in scintillating pre-season form under the management of Erik ten Hag.
The 26-year-old has found the net three times during the Red Devils' warm-up for the new Premier League campaign, and looks certain to be a starter under the new regime.
And now the Daily Mirror report that United will reject any approach from Juventus for the forward.
The Old Lady are said to be targeting Martial after losing attacking Paulo Dybala and Alvaro Morata.
- Gary Stonehouse
Good morning Red Devils fans
Harry Maguire rejected the chance to play for Barcelona to stay at Manchester United and overcome his difficult patch.
According to The Mirror, Maguire had the chance to get out of Manchester in a swap deal for Frenkie de Jong.
But the 29-year-old centre-back rejected the move to Barca in order to overcome his difficult patch at United.
Maguire has also been encouraged by new boss Erik ten Hag's support.
Meanwhile, Diogo Dalot has sent his best wishes to Cristiano Ronaldo – and is desperate for his pal to return to Man Utd.
Dalot said: “Cristiano is important for us. He’s going through family issues, we hope everything is OK.
“We start from scratch — new manager, new energy, new players coming in and we’re looking forward to playing with them.
“We need to build a team, a staff, a club, everyone together.”
Finally, Marcus Rashford admits he's already loving his fluid new role under Erik ten Hag.
The striker said: "He just wants us to be positive.
"He wants us to do everything in a positive manner, so for us it means a lot of forward runs, a lot of interchanging positions, trying to link with each other on the ball.
"It's fun to play in, we're enjoying it, so hopefully we can kick on and perform these type of performances come the season."
- Anthony Chapman
Bailly set to snub Jose
Jose Mourinho reportedly wants to sign Eric Bailly this summer.
But the Man Utd defender will snub a move to Roma.
The Mail claims Bailly believes he can finally become a regular under new boss Erik ten Hag.
And so the Ivorian will turn down any approach from his former gaffer Jose.
- Anthony Chapman
Prem target Rabiot wants PSG
Adrien Rabiot is pushing for a return to PSG this summer.
That’s despite being linked with Man Utd and Chelsea.
Tuttosport claims Rabiot is out of favour at Juventus and is training with their U23s.
The midfielder is hoping PSG come back in for him as a replacement for Gini Wijnaldum.
- Anthony Chapman
Brighton line up Williams deal
Brighton will reportedly move for Brandon Williams this summer.
But that’s only if Marc Cucurella ends up joining Man City, says the Mirror.
Brighton want £50m for their Spanish left-back.
And the Seagulls could make a tidy profit as Williams is valued at just £15m by Man Utd.
- Anthony Chapman
Dalot hopeful of Ronaldo return
Diogo Dalot has sent his best wishes to Cristiano Ronaldo – and is desperate for his pal to return to Man Utd.
Dalot said: “Cristiano is important for us. He’s going through family issues, we hope everything is OK.
“We start from scratch — new manager, new energy, new players coming in and we’re looking forward to playing with them.
“We need to build a team, a staff, a club, everyone together.”
- Anthony Chapman
Eriksen enjoys his new surroundings
Christian Eriksen has been seen for the first time since his move to Man United.
The playmaker had to take cover under an umbrella as he walked around Manchester in the rain.
Eriksen remains in England while his new teammates complete their tour of Australia.
But he will be linking up with them soon ahead of the new Premier League season.
- Anthony Chapman
Young backs Martial to shine
Ashley Young has given Anthony Martial his backing.
That’s by tipping his ex-Man Utd pal to take over the club’s No9 shirt.
Young tweeted after Aston Villa’s 2-2 draw with Utd: "Was good to see you my bro and thanks for your shirt.
“Good luck for the season bro and it’s about time you occupied that No9 shirt."
- Anthony Chapman
United get De Jong boost
Barcelona boss Xavi admits he may have to sell Man Utd target Frenkie de Jong.
He said: "We’ve had private conversations that are very important, that I will not reveal here.
"He’s a key player, but then there’s the economic situation and Financial Fair Play.
"I am not sending messages to anyone. I like him a lot as a player.
"Playing as a centre-back, he can give us a lot, he can adapt to that position.
"We want that the centre-back distributes the ball and he does it very well."
- Anthony Chapman
Rashford excited for Erik future
Marcus Rashford admits he's already loving his fluid new role under Erik ten Hag.
The striker said: "He just wants us to be positive.
"He wants us to do everything in a positive manner, so for us it means a lot of forward runs, a lot of interchanging positions, trying to link with each other on the ball.
"It's fun to play in, we're enjoying it, so hopefully we can kick on and perform these type of performances come the season."
- Anthony Chapman
Sun exclusive by Richard Moriarty
Man Utd players are being offered five-star meals on wheels so they do not pile on weight this season.
They can book them with club chefs and have them delivered to their mansions.
A source said: “The facilities at Carrington are now more like a Michelin-starred restaurant as opposed to an old-fashioned canteen.
“There is even a steak room. The players need to stick to their diets so the chefs are happy to make meals and get them delivered to any player that wants them.”
- Anthony Chapman
Ronaldo for Griezmann at Atleti?
Atletico Madrid have reportedly transfer listed Antoine Griezmann.
That's in order to fund a move for Cristiano Ronaldo.
The Times claims Diego Simeone is keen on signing Man Utd's wantaway striker.
And Griezmann could be sacrificed to free up wages and a spot in the squad for Ronnie this summer.
- Anthony Chapman
Sancho hails Ten Hag impact
Jadon Sancho reckons Man Utd are already playing like a different team under Erik ten Hag.
He said: "Last year wasn’t great and I feel like everyone has something to prove for this upcoming season.
"I’m sure, this year, everyone is going to make up for that and make sure every game we play we put 100 per cent in and make sure the fans are smiling at the end of the game.
"I think it will be good for myself. The training, especially in pre-season, has been a real positive and all the lads have taken on board what he’s saying [Ten Hag].”
- Justin Lawrence
Maguire rejected De Jong swap
Harry Maguire rejected the chance to play for Barcelona to stay at Manchester United and overcome his difficult patch, according to reports.
According to The Mirror, Maguire had the chance to get out of Manchester in a swap deal for Frenkie de Jong.
But the 29-year-old centre-back rejected the move to Barca in order to overcome his difficult patch at United.
Maguire has also been encouraged by new boss Erik ten Hag's support.
- Justin Lawrence
Mejbri links delight Birmingham boss
Birmingham boss John Eustace is happy to hear that Manchester United star Hannibal Mejbri has been linked with a loan move to his club.
Eustace, 42, came across pleased to hear the Blues were being rumoured with a player he deems as "very good".
He said: "I am sure we are being linked with a lot of players, I know Hannibal is a very good player, Man United have got some fantastic young players in their squad.
"We had a fantastic one [Tahith Chong] come to the club last year and did very well.
"Listen, if good players are linked to Birmingham City that’s good for us."
- Justin Lawrence
Mourinho wants Bailly reunion
Jose Mourinho wants to be reunited with Eric Bailly at Roma, according to reports.
But the Manchester United defender is set to reject the transfer – because he wants to fight for his spot under Erik ten Hag.
According to the Daily Mail, the Special One is keen to bolster the Europa Conference League winners' back line and views Bailly as the ideal candidate.
And it is thought Bailly could enjoy a similar reignition of his career that Chris Smalling has enjoyed at the Stadio Olimpico.
Bailly and Mourinho worked together throughout the Portuguese's two-and-a-half years as Old Trafford boss, with the £30million man his very first signing in 2016.
- Justin Lawrence
Ronaldo doesn't owe any loyalty
Cristiano Ronaldo doesn't owe Man United any loyalty as the striker seeks a move away from Old Trafford.
That's according to football veteran Dean Saunders who claims Ronaldo's achievements give him the power to do what he wants.
Saunders argued on talkSPORT: "“I don’t think he [Ronaldo] owes anybody any loyalty,” Saunders continued.
“He’s just given us so much pleasure over the years and he’s achieved so much in his career, he doesn’t he can do whatever he wants.”
- Justin Lawrence
Man United target speaks
Man United target Giorgi Mamardashvili has opened up on the speculation surrounding his future.
The Valencia stopper has been touted as a possible replacement for Dean Henderson at United.
But Mamardashvili is focused on his Valencia career right now.
He claimed: "I see it but now the first thing is Valencia. Then we’ll see. It is very important for me to be happy and I am happy, I like the team, I like the city.
"I have a 2+1 contract with Valencia and I’m happy. I really like Valencia as a city, I like the people."
- Justin Lawrence
De Jong boost for United
Man United's hopes of buying Frenkie de Jong have been given a huge boost.
That's because Barca boss Xavi admitted the club may oust De Jong due to their financial situation.
He said after Barca beat Real Madrid: "We’ve had private conversations that are very important, that I will not reveal here.
"He’s a key player, but then there’s the economic situation and Financial Fair Play."
- Justin Lawrence
Ten Hag credited by Rashford
Man United has credited Erik ten Hag for getting him firing on all cylinders after the Manchester United boss encouraged his players to "be positive".
Discussing the gaffer, Rashford told PA news agency: "He just wants us to be positive.
"He wants us to do everything in a positive manner, so for us it means a lot of forward runs, a lot of interchanging positions, trying to link with each other on the ball.
"It's fun to play in, we're enjoying it, so hopefully we can kick on and perform these type of performances come the season."
- Justin Lawrence
Brighton target Man United starlet
Man United left-back Brandon Williams is being targeted by Brighton, according to reports.
The Mirror claim that it could take a £15million bid to sign the 21-year-old.
Williams is seen by the Seagulls as a replacement for Marc Cucurella, who is attracting interest from Manchester City.
The Man Utd academy graduate spent last season out on loan at Norwich.
- Justin Lawrence
Ronaldo urged to make clear stance
Cristiano Ronaldo and his camp have been urged to make his transfer stance clearer.
This is the opinion of football veteran Craig Burley, he told ESPN: "I think Ronaldo’s team just need to make it a bit clearer.
"(And say) ‘Look, we want this done come hell or high water, we want out of the club, this is our stance.'"
- Justin Lawrence
Lingard could be X facttor
Jesse Lingard could be the 'X-factor' for Nottingham Forest next season, according to Paul Merson.
He wrote in the Daily Star: "Maybe he wants to make sure he plays every week. And fair play to him if that's the case.
"He' missed a lot of football. It's a short career, he's not getting any younger, and he needs to play every week.
"Forest need an X-Factor and Lingard can be that."
- Justin Lawrence
Ten Hag's early TV appearance
Erik ten Hag met football legend Johan Cruyff at the age of 13 and stole the show on his TV programme.
The Manchester United manager was invited onto Cruyff's show 'Cruyff & co' when he was part of the Twente academy.
Ten Hag and his fellow academy prospects were given the opportunity to delve into Cruyff's mind and glean some valuable football lessons.
And the United boss certainly made the most of the opportunity, asking his hero: "What is the best way to develop your technique?"
Cruyff responds: "Developing your technique is really quite simple. You have to do it: train, train, train. That is the only thing that you have to do above anything else."
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