MANCHESTER UNITED believe that Cristiano Ronaldo is set to STAY at the club SunSport can exclusively reveal.
The Portuguese international has been searching for a new club all summer but it is believed that his mood has changed following the club's spending splurge.
And United's transfer business doesn't seem to be slowing up as they are reportedly making a late push to sign Sergino Dest from Barcelona.
Meanwhile, the £85.5m signing of the Ajax star Antony, 22, has been completed, with the Red Devils set to pay £81m up front for him.
Elsewhere, Martin Dubravka will become David De Gea's back-up goalkeeper at Old Trafford after making his switch from Newcastle.
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Good morning Man Utd fans
Manchester United finally completed the £85.5million signing of winger Antony after striking a deal with Ajax yesterday.
After a summer-long pursuit, Erik ten Hag refused to give up on a reunion with the winger he developed in Amsterdam.
The club said an agreement was in place with Ajax and subject to a medical, personal terms and international clearance, the transfer would be done.
Ajax stated the deal is worth a Dutch-record €100m – around £85.5m – with £81.3m up front and the remaining £4.2m in possible add-ons.
Legend at the Amsterdam side, Marco van Basten, sensationally claimed that Man Utd are paying “far too much money” to sign the winger.
He said: “Is Antony worth £85.5m? No, by far no.
“Antony hasn’t proven much yet. Of course he played a few good games. But his efficiency has not been high in the last two years.”
Meanwhile, Keeper Martin Dubravka was at Carrington HQ yesterday afternoon for a medical ahead of a switch to Man Utd, according to reports.
The 33-year-old will move to Old Trafford on a loan deal, with £5m buy option from Newcastle.
He is due to sign his contract this morning so keep your eyes peeled on SunSport for more as it comes.
- Alex Cole
Dubravka set to sign contract tomorrow morning
Keeper Martin Dubravka was at Carrington HQ this afternoon for a medical ahead of a switch to Man Utd, according to reports.
The 33-year-old will move to Old Trafford on a loan deal, with £5m buy option from Newcastle.
He is due to sign his contract tomorrow morning so keep your eyes peeled on SunSport for more as it comes.
- Alex Cole
When is Leicester vs Man Utd?
Leicester City will roll out the red carpet for Manchester United on Thursday, September 1.
This is also the same date as transfer deadline day.
It is scheduled to kick off at 8pm UK time.
Manchester United were held to a 1-1 draw when the sides last met in April earlier on this year.
- Alex Cole
Leicester vs Man Utd preview
Manchester United will be eager to build on their winning run when they take on Leicester City this Thursday – which is also transfer deadline day.
The Red Devils managed to scrape a gruelling 1-0 win against Southampton at St. Mary's last weekend.
And the fans were treated to more good news having seen their club officially wrap up a deal for Brazilian sensation Antony.
However, Erik Ten Hag will be aware that his side will be in for a tough test against a Leicester side who are hungry to put their three points on the board.
But the Foxes could be slightly distracted by Wesley Fofana's imminent departure to Chelsea and Arsenal's continued speculation with midfield maestro Youri Tielemans.
- Alex Cole
Napoli still teasing Ron with Champions League hopes
It looks like he is off – but nobody can quite work out where he is going yet!
As the sun sets on Cristiano Ronaldo’s second-spell at Manchester United it is getting hard to keep up with all the possible destinations which have been suggested.
But one club which continues to be mentioned is Serie A side Napoli.
Telegraph journalist Luke Edwards told the Transfer Gossip Daily podcast: “Napoli are interested and they can offer him Champions League football.
“His agent has supposedly been speaking to Napoli about what they can pay him, but Manchester United are going to want a transfer fee.”
- Alex Cole
Dubravka set for United medical
Newcastle keeper Martin Dubravka has will complete his medical this afternoon ahead of a switch to Manchester United, according to Fabrizio Romano.
The transfer expert tweeted: “Martin Dubravka has just arrived in Manchester in order to complete medical tests.
“[I have] been told he’ll be at Carrington this afternoon to undergo medical tests as new Manchester United player.
“Loan with £5m buy option from Newcastle. It’s done, as revealed yesterday.”
- Alex Cole
Will Ten Hag tinker?
United have plenty of other options if they want to change things up.
With midweek fixtures coming thick and fast, Ten Hag could decide to shake things up entirely.
Martin Dubravka is on the verge of joining from Newcastle and could be given a debut in goal.
Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Victor Lindelof, Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw are also desperate for starts.
And a different midfield could see Scott McTominay, Fred and Donny van de Beek get the chance to impress.
Up top, Anthony Martial should be back from injury, with Antony Elanga also available.
And with almost every transfer option already exhausted, Ronaldo could yet end up leading the line.
- Alex Cole
Stuck in the middle?
Christian Eriksen and Bruno Fernandes have proved their worth so far and are likely to play.
But the match could see new £70million anchorman Casemiro make his full debut.
As for the attack, Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford are sure to lead the way after impressing at Southampton.
However, there could be a change on the right wing – United have confirmed an £85.5m deal to sign Antony from Ajax.
The Brazilian is in the process of finalising his move to Old Trafford and he may be thrust straight into the starting XI.
- Alex Cole
No changes at the back against Leicester?
Manchester United could have a bold new look to their side against Leicester on Thursday.
That’s possibly WITHOUT Cristiano Ronaldo, who is likely to still be searching for an exit on deadline day.
David De Gea will continue in goal for Erik ten Hag’s side after bouncing back from his Brentford nightmare.
The Dutch boss is also unlikely to change a winning formula in defence.
That means Diogo Dalot, Raphael Varane, Lisandro Martinez and Tyrell Malacia are nailed on to retain their places.
But it’s in midfield where things start getting exciting for United.
- Alex Cole
Where will Antony play?
Antony has played under Manchester United boss Erik Ten Hag before at Ajax – and that period offers an insight into how he might be deployed in the Red Devils team.
The left-footed forward was usually on the right wing under Ten Hag at the Dutch giants and is set for a similar role at Old Trafford.
If that is the case, it could see United’s England star Jadon Sancho switched back to the left flank.
- Alex Cole
When will Antony see action?
Antony is now poised to link up with former boss Erik Ten Hag and his new team-mates.
However, as Newcastle have seen with Alexander Isak, getting a work permit sorted can take a while.
Therefore, Antony is not expected to be available to feature away at Leicester on Thursday night.
That would instead mean he should make his debut in a crunch clash against high-flying Arsenal on Sunday instead.
- Alex Cole
United want Dest to replace Wan-Bissaka
Man Utd are reportedly plotting a late move for Barcelona star Sergino Dest.
And if they managed to land the right-back, Erik ten Hag will then sanction an exit for Aaron Wan-Bissaka.
Sky Sports claims United are preparing for a flurry of transfer activity ahead of Thursday's deadline.
Should Dest wind up at Old Trafford this week, United will then allow Wan-Bissaka to depart.
Wan-Bissaka cost United £50million to sign from Crystal Palace three years ago.
The 24-year-old has made just one appearance this term.
And the Eagles are bidding to bring him back to Selhurst Park.
- Alex Cole
United paying 'too much' for Antony, says Van Basten
Ajax icon Marco van Basten sensationally claimed that Man Utd are paying "far too much money" to sign the winger.
He said: "Is Antony worth £85.5m? No, by far no.
"Antony hasn't proven much yet. Of course he played a few good games. But his efficiency has not been high in the last two years."
Is Antony worth £85.5m? No, by far no.
Marco van Basten
- Alex Cole
Antony's former boss claims he could be FINED for ditching Ajax squad
Ex-gaffer Schreuder has told Ziggo Sports show 'Rondo' that Anthony could be docked wages as he leave Amsterdam.
He explained: "Absolutely [he could be fined]. I don't think it's good that it's possible within our club. If you're Ajax, it's just bad that this happens.
"I've talked about it with Antony. If you're disappointed for a day or two, I understand, but at some point you're a professional.
"Then I said: 'I will continue with the guys who are there'.
"At a certain point you get angry about it, 'like… what are we doing?'
"Then I think: 'you're just a f***ing player'. You just have to do your thing. I talk to him about it and hear his side of the story.
"You try to brush it off as a manager and move on with the guys you do have. But my personal feeling is that it's just bad."
- James Colasanti
Dubravka set for United medical
Newcastle keeper Martin Dubravka has will complete his medical this afternoon ahead of a switch to Manchester United, according to Fabrizio Romano.
The transfer expert tweeted: “Martin Dubravka has just arrived in Manchester in order to complete medical tests.
“[I have] been told he’ll be at Carrington this afternoon to undergo medical tests as new Manchester United player.
“Loan with £5m buy option from Newcastle. It’s done, as revealed yesterday.”
- James Colasanti
Is it Napoli for Ronaldo?
It looks like he is off – but nobody can quite work out where he is going yet!
As the sun sets on Cristiano Ronaldo's second-spell at Manchester United it is getting hard to keep up with all the possible destinations which have been suggested.
But one club which continues to be mentioned is Serie A side Napoli.
Telegraph journalist Luke Edwards told the Transfer Gossip Daily podcast: "Napoli are interested and they can offer him Champions League football.
"His agent has supposedly been speaking to Napoli about what they can pay him, but Manchester United are going to want a transfer fee."
- James Colasanti
Boosted bets for Leicester clash
Manchester United go to Leicester on Thursday for the next chapter in Erik Ten Hag's burgeoning managerial reign.
The Red Devils could make it three wins on the bounce and 888Sport are offering new customers two big odds boosts on the action.
The visitors are priced at 10-1 to win, with the bottom-of-the-table Foxed quoted at 20-1 to claim three points.
- James Colasanti
Odds update on De Jong
Chelsea are now more likely to sign Frenkie De Jong than Manchester United, according to the bookies.
The Red Devils have been chasing the Barcelona playmaker all summer and are still priced at 9-1 to do so by Sky Bet.
The Blues are quoted at 9-2 but the midfielder is now odds-on at 1-4 to stay with the Catalans.
- James Colasanti
Antony United debut against Arsenal?
Manchester United’s new £84million winger Antony could make his debut for the club against Arsenal on Sunday.
The paperwork on the switch from Ajax along with a lack of immediate match fitness make it unlikely the Brazil star will be ready to face Leicester on Thursday evening.
And that means he might have to wait to make his bow at Old Trafford against the early Prem leaders in Sunday’s 4.30pm kick-off.
- James Colasanti
Where will Antony play?
Antony has played under Manchester United boss Erik Ten Hag before at Ajax – and that period offers an insight into how he might be deployed in the Red Devils team.
The left-footed forward was usually on the right wing under Ten Hag at the Dutch giants and is set for a similar role at Old Trafford.
If that is the case, it could see United’s England star Jadon Sancho switched back to the left flank.
- Sam Street
Antony £85.5m deal announced
Manchester United have finally got their man with winger Antony completing his £85.5million switch from Ajax.
The Red Devils say an agreement was in place with the Dutch giants and subject to a medical, personal terms and international clearance, the transfer would be done.
Once the paperwork is concluded the Brazil star is likely to be available for Sunday’s clash with Arsenal, with Thursday’s game against Leicester likely to come too early.
Before the Red Devils confirmed the deal, Dutch legend Marco Van Basten suggested Antony is worth nowhere near £85.5m.
Speaking on the Ziggo Sport show, ex-Netherlands striker and manager Van Basten, 57, said: ” “Antony worth €100M? No, by far no.”
He added: “Antony hasn’t proven much yet.
“Of course he played a few good games. But his efficiency has not been high in the last two years.”
Antony’s arrival comes as agent Jorge Mendes is still reportedly working hard to secure a move away from United for Cristiano Ronaldo.
Red Devils’ legend Ronaldo’s second spell at the club appears to be coming to a close after he missed out on another start in Saturday’s win at Southampton.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano told wettfreunde: “Mendes is still working behind the scenes and trying to get him the same kind of late move as last summer.”
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