Manchester United's owners the Glazer family are open to selling a minority stake in the club, according to reports.
Fans of the club, plus former players like Gary Neville, have been vocal in wanting them to sell up.
It's claimed "preliminary discussions" have been held about possibly selling some shares to a new investor.
Elsewhere, Elon Musk has tweeted that he is going to take over Manchester United.
But the American billionaire – worth £218billion – later clarified that he is just joking and is not interested in taking over a sports team.
United expect to sign Barcelona ace Frenkie de Jong with an 'irrefutable' offer, according to reports.
Manchester United are also set to battle Chelsea for the signing of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, SunSport can reveal.
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- Ian Tuckey
Whole team of stars who've 'snubbed' Utd
Old Trafford is no longer the destination they used to be.
In days of old, players far and wide would dream of wearing the famous red shirt for Manchester United.
But the times they are a changing – with stars now preferring to join the likes of Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, Liverpool and… erm, RB Leipzig.
With United failing to get a deal for Adrien Rabiot over the line, let's take a look at an XI of players that the Red Devils have been snubbed by during the last 12 months.
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- Ian Tuckey
Meunier eyed as Palace are linked ton Wan-Bissaka
Manchester United are lining up Thomas Meunier as they prepare to take a £40MILLION LOSS on Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
United right-backs Wan-Bissaka and Diogo Dalot have come under fire for some displays in the past 12 months.
And now, three years after buying him for a whopping £50m, United are reportedly prepared to take a £40m loss to sell Wan-Bissaka back to Crystal Palace.
According to The Telegraph, Palace are willing to take their academy graduate back to Selhurst Park, but will only pay £10m to do so.
Wan-Bissaka was signed with the hopes of developing the attacking side of his game to compliment an already superb tackling ability.
However, the defender has failed to develop appropriately, and has thus lost his place in the United XI.
The Telegraph add United are looking to replace him with one of Borussia Dortmund right-back Meunier or Sergino Dest.
- Ian Tuckey
Knighton explains takeover bid
Michael Knighton claims he's launched is United takeover because the Glazers have "damaged the brand".
He told ITV: "This is not personal against the Glazers, they just always had the wrong model.
“[My consortium?] They are small-time billionaires that I have been speaking to for three to four months now.
"When I was approached by some fan groups, oddly enough, saying 'look, our club is dying on its feet' would you please do something?'
"I made a few phone calls and I've been pulling this consortium together ever since.
"We are not the great Sir Jim Ratcliffe. We do not have those resources. We are not some nation state sovereign fund who has oil revenue of two billion a day.
"The point is: someone had to make a stand. If we can smoke the great Sir Jim out to buy Manchester United my consortium will be punching the air because we've achieved what we want to do.
"We will make the bid with our own consortium but, I'll tell you this, we do not have the resources available to do everything that is needed."
- Ian Tuckey
Red Devils linked to Chelsea trio
Manchester United have reportedly sounded out THREE Chelsea fringe players for moves as their desperate search for an attacker continues.
Erik ten Hag is frantically seeking forward reinforcements after walking away from a deal for Marko Arnautovic.
A trio of Chelsea stars are the latest to emerge as potential targets, according to the Evening Standard.
One of those is Callum Hudson-Odoi, who is expected to leave Stamford Bridge on loan before the transfer window slams shut.
Although Newcastle are also keen on borrowing the 21-year-old winger, who will not be allowed to leave Chelsea permanently.
Hudson-Odoi was pulled from an U21s game on Monday as he closes in on a loan switch.
Christian Pulisic is also targeting more first-team action and is ready to listen to offers for his services. The American star favours a loan to Old Trafford over the likes of Newcastle, Juventus and Real Madrid, according to The Athletic.
Another forward who wants out is Hakim Ziyech. Yesterday it was claimed United are ready to launch an official bid for the 29-year-old winger.
- Ian Tuckey
Maguire 'could be axed for Liverpool clash'
Erik ten Hag is considering dropping Harry Maguire for Manchester United's clash with Liverpool, reports claim.
The Red Devils skipper has had a start to the season to forget, playing the full 90 minutes in each of his side's two embarrassing defeats.
Former Real Madrid star Raphael Varane has begun the season on the bench but is thought likely to return to the starting XI on Monday night.
He replaced £55million summer signing Lisandro Martinez at half-time during the 4-0 defeat to Brentford last weekend.
But according to the Manchester Evening News, it may be Maguire that drops out against the Reds, rather than 5ft 9in Martinez.
Maguire, 29, was left out of United's 3-1 defeat at Arsenal in April by then-interim boss Ralf Rangnick.
- Ian Tuckey
Knighton confirms takeover bid
Michael Knighton has confirmed a Manchester United takeover plot after holding talks with three billionaires.
And he has also begged Red Devils fan Sir Jim Ratcliffe to join the consortium after the OGC Nice owner’s failed Chelsea bid earlier this year.
Former Red Devils director Knighton is keen to lead a group to replace current United owners, the Glazer family.
The club’s share prices have already jumped 12 per cent since Knighton’s initial announcement last week.
And fans will be eager for a deal to go through after United’s dreadful start under new boss Erik ten Hag.
In a fresh statement on Wednesday, Knighton claims the Glazers have “damaged” United’s brand.
- Ian Tuckey
Glazers in 'talks to share minority stake'
United owners the Glazer family are reportedly open to selling a minority stake in the club.
Fans of the club, plus former players like Gary Neville, have been vocal in wanting them to sell up.
Following the mounting pressure they are now considering selling a stake in United, according to Bloomberg.
It's claimed "preliminary discussions" have been held about possibly selling some shares to a new investor.
While talks have taken place on the potential of selling a stake in the club, there is reported to be no guarantee that the Glazers will go ahead with selling some of their shares.
The family are also reportedly not ready to hand over control of United, meaning they will still be the majority owners at Old Trafford.
- Ian Tuckey
Mal content
Amid all the problems at Old Trafford, the club wish left-back Tyrell Malacia a happy 23rd birthday today.
After arriving from Feyenoord this summer, the five-cap Dutchman is still waiting for his big breakthrough with the Red Devils.
- Ian Tuckey
Utd and Arsenal linked to Moises
Brighton will struggle to hold on to Moises Caicedo if Manchester United “proceed” with their bid, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
Arsenal have also been linked with Caicedo during the summer transfer window.
Romano tweeted: “Manchester United have also Moises Caicedo’s name in the list as one of many options for the midfield, as revealed today on HWG podcast.
“Brighton want to keep Caicedo so not an easy deal, in case Man Utd will decide to proceed.”
- Ian Tuckey
Utd shares rise amid Glazer speculation
Shares in Manchester United soared by as much as 7.6% in early trading in New York today.
The stock was up 4% at 9:38 a.m, giving the company an equity market value of $2.2 billion – around £1.8bn.
- Ian Tuckey
Huddlestone again linked with Red Devils
Manchester United are reportedly in talks to sign Tom Huddlestone on a shock free transfer – to become player-coach.
The midfielder, 35, is without a club after leaving Hull City at the end of last season.
And the Telegraph claims United are ready to offer Huddlestone a role with their Under-21s.
The position would be similar to the one taken up by Paul McShane last year.
The former Irish international has since retired from playing but continues to work at United as a development coach.
The move for Huddlestone appears to have come out of the blue.
- Ian Tuckey
New Christian for Old Trafford?
Manchester United are planning a surprising loan move for Chelsea ace Christian Pulisic.
Pulisic has grown increasingly frustrated at his lack of game time under boss Thomas Tuchel, who also coached him at Borussia Dortmund.
Newcastle , Juventus and Atletico Madrid are all believed to have made approaches to sign Pulisic in the summer.
According to The Athletic, the Red Devils are set to join that list and test whether the West Londoners will loan the winger out to them.
The report adds that the USA international is ready to listen to offers to move away and even prefers joining United over anyone else.
- Kostas Lianos
Glazers willing to sell stake
The Glazer family would consider selling a minority stake from Manchester United, club insiders have claimed.
According to Bloomberg, the United owners have held some preliminary talks about the possibility of bringing in a new investor.
The American chiefs are not yet ready to cede control of the club, which could be valued at about £5billion.
Discussions are ongoing but there’s no guarantee the Glazers will decide to sell a stake in the club, despite increasing pressure from fans, pundits and club legends to resign
- Kostas Lianos
Casemiro transfer boost
Manchester United have been handed a boost in their bid to sign Real Madrid star Casemiro with the player reportedly not closing the door on an exit.
According to Marca, United have now turned their attention towards the Brazilian midfielder as they look set to miss out on Barcelona ace Frenkie de Jong.
The Brazil international hasn't closed the door on a move, despite having a strong relationship with Real manager Carlo Ancelotti and the fans.
United need reinforcement in midfield after losing Paul Pogba and Nemanja Matic
- Kostas Lianos
Have Sommer this
Manchester United are lining up a bid for Borussia Monchengladbach goalkeeper Yann Sommer.
Sommer is being lined up to deputise and challenge current United No1 David de Gea.
The keeper has one year left on his current deal and is courting interest from a number of Premier League clubs.
According to Blick, Erik ten Hag is looking at the Switzerland international following De Gea's poor start to the season.
This information has been echoed by transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, who also revealed United have a list of three shot-stoppers who they could go after.
In addition, Romano confirmed 'Gladbach have a new three-year deal on the table for the Swiss ace
- Kostas Lianos
Red Devils reunion
Manchester United legend Ruud van Nistelrooy reunited with Sir Alex Ferguson at Ibrox on Tuesday after PSV Eindhoven's Champions League play-off qualifier against Rangers.
Ferguson watched his former star striker manage PSV during their 2-2 draw against the Gers.
Despite the result, Van Nistelrooy was still in good spirits after the game and even took the time to chat with his former United boss, who was watching from the stands.
The dutch tactician then posted a picture with the legendary manager on Instagram and Twitter with a caption that read: "With the gaffer at Ibrox after the game"
Credit: Twitter / @RvN1779 - Kostas Lianos
Once a Gooner…
Barcelona star Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has shown he’s still a Gunner at heart during a quiz amid interest from Manchester United.
Former Arsenal star Aubameyang ace was asked to pick out or pick who he prefers out of Tottenham and Real Madrid.
The striker risked the wrath of Barca fans by opting for their bitter rivals Real over Spurs in a quiz by ESPN.
But it may not matter as the Gabon international is being linked with a move back to the Premier League with the Blues also chasing him
- Kostas Lianos
Zi you soon
Manchester United are prepared to launch an official offer for Chelsea ace Hakim Ziyech.
That is according to journalist Nabil Djellit, who claims United manager Erik ten Hag is keen on a reunion with Ziyech.
The forward has been identified as one of Ten Hag’s priority targets after their time together at Ajax.
The board would be willing to meet the Moroccan’s asking price as long as the Blues are not too ‘greedy’ with their valuation
- Kostas Lianos
Dest's Man Utd warning
Barcelona ace and Manchester United target Sergino Dest has been warned his career could be derailed if he moves to Old Trafford.
MLS veteran Herculez Gomez told ESPN Dest would be better off staying at Barca to sit on the bench rather than joining United this summer.
Gomez said: "There is no more toxic situation in all of world football like Manchester United.
"A career derailer if you will for most, no for all. Cristiano Ronaldo has his career derailed at this very moment, what hope does Sergino Dest have.
"I understand you have a centre-back playing your position right now if you're Dest, but listening to Xavi it almost feels like he's leaving the door open [to force his way back in].
"I don't think it's that grim for him at Barcelona compared to what it could be like at Man Utd.
"You may get paid better and you may all of a sudden play, but if things don't go well where do you go from there"
- Kostas Lianos
On the Pul
Manchester United are planning a shock loan move for Chelsea star Christian Pulisic.
Pulisic has grown increasingly frustrated at his lack of minutes under manager Thomas Tuchel, who also coached him at Borussia Dortmund.
Newcastle , Juventus and Atletico Madrid are all believed to have made approaches for Pulisic this summer.
According to The Athletic, the Red Devils are set to join that list and test whether the West Londoners will loan the forward out.
The report adds that the USA international is ready to listen to offers to move away this summer and even prefers moving to Old Trafford over anyone else
- Kostas Lianos
Moises Caicedo race
Brighton will struggle to hold on to Moises Caicedo if Manchester United “proceed” with their interest, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
Caicedo is "one of many options" United have identified to strengthen in midfield.
Romano tweeted: “Manchester United have also Moises Caicedo’s name in the list as one of many options for the midfield, as revealed today on HWG podcast.
“Brighton want to keep Caicedo so not an easy deal, in case Man Utd will decide to proceed”
- Kostas Lianos
Hag's day's work
Manchester United star Jadon Sancho has lifted the lid on manager Erik ten Hag's "intense" training sessions.
The no-nonsense Dutch manager enforces physical punishment for mistakes made at Carrington.
Sancho told Premier League Productions: "He is definitely intense, as you can see in the pre-season.
"Let's say we do attack vs defence and the defence score, the attackers have to do five press ups.
"He is assuring us that some things are not allowed – especially in transition play. We are all taking that in and we are taking it in well"
Credit: Getty - Kostas Lianos
Cunha snubs Man Utd
Atletico Madrid ace Matheus Cunha has snubbed a move to Manchester United as he prefers to stay at the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium.
United chiefs were readying a £45million bid for Cunha ahead of transfer deadline day.
But according to Mundo Deportivo, the move will not be materialised this summer.
The forward is happy at Atletico, having only joined from Hertha Berlin 12 months ago.
It's added that Atleti trust the Brazil international and see him as part of their long-term plan
- Kostas Lianos
Ten Hag's Martial law
Manchester United are ready to send out an SOS to Anthony Martial, who is set to be fit to face Liverpool.
Martial has missed the disastrous first two Premier League games this season with a hamstring injury.
But SunSport understands he has now been given the green light to ramp up his recovery by club medics.
The forward is back running with the conditioners and moving at full pace without pain once again
- Kostas Lianos
Adrien Rabiot situation
Manchester United have pulled the plug on a move for Juventus ace Adrien Rabiot over his mum's excessive wage demands.
SunSport understands United have called off the £15million deal after Rabiot's mother and agent Veronique demanded a pay packet for her son similar to Bruno Fernandes, who makes £240,000 per week.
It had appeared the 27-year-old was destined for Old Trafford with United football director John Murtough visiting Turin to thrash out terms.
The France international's mother is known to be a tough negotiator.
The Red Devils may now move for £50m-rated Real Madrid star Casemiro
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