MASON GREENWOOD has been offered a football lifeline — and by his former boss.
Jose Mourinho has reached out to the troubled Manchester United star over joining the Serie A club on loan, SunSport can exclusively reveal.
Elsewhere, David De Gea is a target for Cristiano Ronaldo’s club Al-Nassr as his Manchester United career hits breaking point.
The Spanish keeper could be the latest top player to head for Saudi Arabia, with a potential £250,000-a-week contract to play with old United team-mate Ronaldo.
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- By Etienne Fermie
In for Taremi
Manchester United are considering a swoop for Porto star Mehdi Taremi, according to reports.
The Red Devils are eager to recruit a striker this summer.
But after the £60million acquisition of Chelsea midfielder Mason Mount, Erik ten Hag's budget is looking a little thin.
According to the Manchester Evening News, the Red Devils have £65m left in the kitty following the move for Mount.
Boss Ten Hag is eager to recruit a top-class forward and goalkeeper – but getting both with his remaining budget could be tricky.
According to reports in Portugal, United are seriously considering a move for Taremi.
- By Jon Boon
Amrabat salary
Man Utd have offered to double Sofyan Amrabat's salary – but will have to pay £30million for his services.
RAI Sport claim the Red Devils have agreed terms with the Moroccan midfielder.
However, they will have to splash a large portion of their transfer budget to convince Fiorentina to sell.
The Reds have spent £60million on Mason Mount already.
- By Jon Boon
Saudi's plot De Gea move
David De Gea is a target for Cristiano Ronaldo’s club Al-Nassr as his Manchester United career hits breaking point.
The Spanish keeper could be the latest top player to head for Saudi Arabia, with a potential £250,000-a-week contract to play with old United team-mate Ronaldo.
De Gea is now a free transfer agent but would still ideally stay at Old Trafford if they can reach a compromise over new terms.
However the Middle East option is attractive, although the fact De Gea is willing to sort out a deal at United despite their dispute suggests it is NOT his first choice.
- By Jon Boon
Greenwood lifeline
Mason Greenwood has been offered a football lifeline — by his former boss Jose Mourinho at Roma.
Mourinho reached out to the troubled Manchester United star over joining the Serie A club on loan.
Greenwood is still suspended as United chiefs investigate his conduct following his January 2022 arrest to "determine the next steps".
Greenwood, 21, was charged with attempted rape, engaging in controlling and coercive behaviour and assault.
But police confirmed in February that Greenwood "no longer faces criminal proceedings" as the Crown Prosecution Service had dropped all charges.
- By Jon Boon
Shotstopper linked
Man Utd have made contact with Feyenoord over a possible deal for Justin Bijlow, the Athletic claim.
Erik ten Hag is looking for a goalkeeper who is comfortable playing the ball out of defence.
The 25-year-old would cost a lot less than Andre Onana.
United are in the market for a new shotstopper as David De Gea becomes a free agent.
- By Jon Boon
Trapp's Utd offer
Kevin Trapp revealed Man Utd have made him an offer before.
The German goalkeeper is reportedly on a shortlist to replace David De Gea.
Back in August last year, he revealed: "There have been a lot of reports about interest from Manchester United.
“It’s true that a written offer was tabled. Since it came from such a world-famous club, of course I considered it.
“Yesterday I informed the management of both clubs that I’ve decided to stay at Eintracht. We’ve made history here together and experienced some unforgettable things. I have absolute faith in us!”
- By Jon Boon
Sabitzer offer
Man Utd have been told they can sign Marcel Sabitzer for a cut-price deal.
The Austrian midfielder was on loan from Bayern Munich, but didn't influence things as much as he would have liked at Old Trafford.
Now the Bavarians have reportedly told the Red Devils for just £12.8million in the summer, say the Mirror.
- By Jon Boon
Utd could move for bargain forward
He's been linked with Newcastle and Everton, and starred for Iran at the World Cup.
But could Mehdi Taremi move to Old Trafford?
The Manchester Evening News think so, the striker to a £17million move from Porto.
With the coffers tights, Taremi – who scored 31 goals in all competitions for the Portuguese outfit – could be their best bet.
- By Jon Boon
Tchouameni scramble
Man Utd officials have reportedly flown to Madrid to try and seal a move for Aurelien Tchouameni.
The Red Devils are reportedly desperate to revamp their midfield, and despite agreeing a move for Mason Mount they want to add another star to the engine room.
Spanish publication Nacional claims Real Madrid are looking to sell the France international.
And United have sent a delegation to discuss a potential £69million move.
- By Jon Boon
Utd keeper shortlist
Man Utd's keeper shortlist is down to two now, according to reports.
The Red Devils are looking for a replacement for David De Gea, who is now a free agent.
According to the Mirror, they are now looking at Feyenoord’s Justin Bijlow and Eintracht Frankfurt’s Kevin Trapp.
The report adds United have been forced to alter their targets, after the £60m for Andre Onana is deemed too expensive because of FFP restrictions.
- By Jon Boon
Hojlund bid rejected
Man Utd have reportedly had a £30million bid for Rasmus Hojlund rejected.
According to Corriere dello Sport, Atalanta are seeking closer to £38million for the Denmark talent.
The bid is set to spark a scramble for the giant forward's services, with Juventus joining the hunt for the hotshot.
- By Jon Boon
Man Utd in battle for Vlahovic
Arsenal, Man Utd and Chelsea are all battling to sign Dusan Vlahovic, according to reports in Italy.
The Juventus frontman's future is uncertain, with reports suggesting he could be available for £80million.
Calciomercato report that the Serbian wants to move to Premier League, and his agent his talking to those clubs.
- By Jon Boon
Mount medical
Man Utd have reportedly scheduled a medical for Mason Mount on Monday.
The Telegraph reports that the England midfielder will undergo checks next week, before sealing his £60m move.
The Red Devils are set to pay £55million upfront, with a further £5million in add-ons.
- By Jon Boon
Jassim threat
Sheikh Jassim may explore opportunities to buy one of Man Utd's Premier League rivals, if a deal to buy the Red Devils falls through.
According to the Mirror, Liverpool have been suggested as a 'wildcard; option.
However, Jassim's camp are confident they will be able to strike a deal with the Glazers.
- By Alex Smith
Transfer is On
Man Utd are set to launch their first bid for Inter Milan goalkeeper Andre Onana in the next few hours.
The player wants a reunion with Erik ten Hag after working with him at Ajax.
Inter want £50m and talks between the clubs have been ongoing since yesterday.
- By Alex Smith
Cleverley statement
On hanging up his boots, Tom Cleverley put out an emotional statement on social media.
He said: "Last year has been immensely difficult trying to overcome the obstacles of injury. Unfortunately my body has failed me and just hasn’t got the capacity to perform anymore.
"I would like to thank staff, team-mates and fans at Leicester, Wigan, Aston Villa, Everton and England.
"Special mentions must go to Manchester United, especially Paul McGuiness and Sir Alex Ferguson.
"The people and the club that gave me the foundations as a player and person and also the club that made my dreams come true. To come through the academy and represent the first team gives me immense pride.
"To all those involved with Watford. I have the privilege of calling this club home. To captain this club has been an honour and the staff, players and fans will forever be in my heart."
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Farewell Cleverley
Watford CEO Scott Duxbury said on Tom Cleverley's retirement: "No one could have worked harder than Tom did to make it back from several injuries, which he’s tried to do while always providing a positive force around the players.
"I can’t speak highly enough about Tom as a person, a player and our captain. Tom is the type of professional all clubs would be delighted to have in their team."
- By Alex Smith
BREAKING: Cleverley retires
Former Manchester United midfielder Tom Cleverley has announced his retirement from football at the age of 33.
It was confirmed by his current club Watford on Saturday that he was hanging up his boots as a result of an injury.
Cleverley made 32 appearances during Man Utd's 2012/13 Premier League title-winning campaign.
After coming through the Red Devils' youth set-up, he racked up 79 games for the first team.
He also managed 13 caps for England across 2012 and 2013.
Cleverly departed Old Trafford permanently in 2015 following a loan spell with Aston Villa.
He left Man Utd for Everton where he spent 18 months, before Watford took him on loan and eventually signed him.
- By Alex Smith
Wed devil
Manchester United legend David De Gea launches the weekend by becoming unemployed on his wedding day.
The Spaniard was the best man for many years – between the sticks.
But now he's a free man – on the day he gets hitched to singer Edurne Garcia.
And as De Gea goes from Red Devil to Wed Devil there's another major twist.
United have asked the 32-year-old NOT to sign for anyone else.
View snaps from De Gea's wedding here:
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WED DEVIL Unemployed De Gea enjoys pre-wedding bash with Wag Edurne as Man Utd deal ends
- By Alex Smith
Happy birthday
Man Utd hero Ruud Van Nistelrooy turns 46 today.
He won a Premier League and FA Cup with the club.
Van Nistelrooy was in charge of PSV last season but shockingly quit with one game of the season left after a fall out with the club's board.
The highly-rated coach is on the lookout for a new job.
- By Alex Smith
Van de Beek to go
Man Utd star Donny van de Beek's future at the club is uncertain.
The Dutchman joined in the summer of 2020 with big promise from Ajax for £35m.
But he has scored just twice in 60 appearances with him missing most of last season with injury.
With two years left on his deal he could be another United choose to cash-in on.
Rumours suggest he could go back to Ajax.
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- By Alex Smith
Fred not a red
Manchester United are ready to sell Fred this summer.
There is interest from Fulham and Roma due to Jose Mourinho wanting a reunion with the Brazillian.
Man Utd need to sell players to raise transfer funds and with a year left on his contract, Fred's time as a red appears to be nearing its end.
- By Alex Smith
Made his Marc
Man Utd are not ruling out turning Marcel Sabitzer's loan move into a permanent deal, according to reports.
The Austrian's six month spell is over and a transfer remains unlikely but not impossible.
Bayern Munich want to sell the midfielder.
- By Alex Smith
Henderson exit blocked
Man Utd goalkeeper Dean Henderson will not be allowed to leave the club until keepers are signed, according to reports.
Henderson had a falling out with United after losing his spot in the team to David De Gea under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer after being promised he would be No1.
He since went on loan to Nottingham Forest, who are keen to bring him in on a permanent move this time.
But Erik ten Hag is not letting Henderson go until the United goalkeeper crisis is resolved.
They risk Forest walking away from the transfer completely.
- By Alex Smith
Ex-Utd wonderkid could join Wrexham
Wrexham are chasing former Manchester United ace Nick Powell.
The 29-year-old made headlines when Sir Alex Ferguson signed the midfielder from Crewe Alexandra for £6million 11 years ago.
Powell played just a handful of times before heading out on loan and eventually joining Stoke.
He has been linked with a move to Wrexham and he is also reportedly training with his former club Crewe as both battle for his signature.
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