MANCHESTER UNITED are convinced they will complete the capture of Ajax’s Antony WITHIN the next week.
United believe the move became live again this weekend after the player made a stance against his club in a bid to get the deal done.
The Brazilian apparently failed to turn up for training on Saturday and was left out of the matchday squad for their game against Sparta Rotterdam on Sunday.
Elsewhere, the club have announced they have reached an AGREEMENT with Real Madrid for multiple Champions League winner Casemiro.
The Brazilian midfielder is set to have a medical THIS WEEKEND, ahead of a £50m move to Old Trafford.
He is expected to be in the stands for Monday night's game against Liverpool while Real Madrid team-mates Toni-Kroos and Luka Modric have already made a goodbye video.
And we have all the latest on Cristiano Ronaldo, with the five-time Ballon d'Or winner reportedly now keen on a move to Borussia Dortmund.
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- Jake Lambourne
Hag-ing a laugh at United
Arsenal and Fulham fans became the latest to mock Manchester United with chants during their Premier League games this weekend.
The Red Devils sit second from bottom of the table following a pair of dreadful results at the start of the season.
A 2-1 defeat to Brighton at Old Trafford in their opening fixture was followed up by a 4-0 loss to Brentford.
Bees supporters mocked Erik ten Hag's men by singing "You're going down with the Fulham" during their comprehensive victory at the Gtech Community Stadium.
Then this weekend, Arsenal and Fulham supporters followed suit with their own versions of the chant.
As the fans at Craven Cottage watched Fulham beat Brentford 3-2, they began singing "You're going down with United".
A couple of hours later, Gunners supporters rolled out the same song at the Vitality Stadium as they eased to a 3-0 victory over Bournemouth.
- Jake Lambourne
Bergwijn on Antony to United
Ajax forward Steven Bergwijn has hinted Antony is dreaming of a move to Man Utd.
The Brazilian forward failed to feature in their 1-0 win against Sparta Rotterdam, where Bergwijn scored the only goal.
Speaking after the match, he said: "Antony? Everyone has dreams. If it happens, then I wish him all the best.
"I would find it sad if he leaves, but like I said, everyone has dreams."
When asked whether he has spoken to him about the Premier League, he joked: "No, he doesn't really speak English so it's hard."
- Jake Lambourne
Alfred Schreuder on Antony
Ajax boss Alfred Schreuder has commented on Manchester United target Antony, who was left out of the club's 1-0 win away at Sparta Rotterdam.
He said: "I want Antony to stay. I am assuming that the club will not sell him.
"The money that is being thrown around these days is crazy. But I would not find it okay if we sell another player. We are in a powerful position, financially."
Asked whether Antony will stay, Schreuder remarked: "Yes, my feeling is good. I understand Antony. But you play for Ajax.
"We are playing Champions League football. I don't think Manchester United are playing Champions League football."
- Jake Lambourne
Casemiro out for Liverpool clask
Man Utd's new signing Casemiro is experiencing visa issues and won't arrive in time to face Liverpool.
The midfielder is leaving Real Madrid, where he spent nine successful years, after United agreed a deal up to £70million with the Spanish champions.
According to The Athletic, however, the Brazil international is dealing with visa problems and will thus be unavailable for Monday's derby against the Reds at Old Trafford.
Therefore, the 30-year-old is likely to make his debut at Southampton next week.
The Brazilian is set to put pen to paper on a four-year contract with the option of an extra year.
- Alex Cole
Ten Hag calls for unity from fans
Erik ten Hag has called for unity ahead of planned protests from Manchester United fans ahead of Monday’s visit of Liverpool.
There will be another march on the ground before the evening kick-off against the owning Glazer family.
But Ten Hag said: “I can only say the owners want to win and the fans we want them behind the club.
“I can understand sometimes.
“But I am not that long in the club to see all the backgrounds, we have to fight together and be unified.”
- Alex Cole
Ten Hag keeping Van de Beek
Ajax have been told there is no chance of taking Donny van de Beek back to Holland – because Erik ten Hag is convinced he can still play a key role at Manchester United, writes Phil Thomas.
Van de Beek’s former club had hoped a lack of game time may see United let him return to them on loan for the season.
But Ten Hag, the man who sold him to United two years ago, is confident the midfielder can force his way into the starting line-up.
- Alex Cole
Multiple Prem clubs line up McTominay transfer
Everton, Leicester, Newcastle and West Ham are all ready to fight for Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay, according to TalkSPORT.
With Casemiro set to arrive, McTominay is expected to see a lack of gametime.
And Prem rivals are ready to take advantage.
- Alex Cole
Set the Toney
Chelsea and Everton have joined Manchester United in the race to sign Brentford star Ivan Toney, according to reports.
The Red Devils are set for a busy final ten days in the transfer market, as they desperately look to bolster Erik ten Hag’s squad following a shocking start.
United are keen on Bees striker Toney and could launch a bid before the end of the window, but they may not be the only ones.
According to the Mirror, Chelsea and Everton also see the 26-year-old as the answer to their respective forward woes.
- Alex Cole
Fernandes in Agbonlahor dig
Bruno Fernandes has become the latest Premier League big-hitter to blast Gabby Agbonlahor.
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp hit out at the talkSPORT pundit following his criticism of Manchester United’s 4-0 defeat at Brentford.
Fernandes said: “It’s honestly not something that worries me too much. He’s never played with me, he doesn’t know how I am.
“Just yesterday I told my wife, who spoke to me in this interview and I said ‘you know what calms me down?’
“It’s just that two days ago a person called Juan Mata, world champion, European champion, winner of the Champions, all in England, said to me ‘you were the best people I’ve met in football, continue like that, being yourself, with that honesty, this ability to work’.
“If someone says that… you know how I am. Boring, because I demand it, but because I am demanding with myself and I also demand it from others.”
- Alex Cole
Jong shot for Man Utd
Man Utd are determined to spend their way out of a crisis by signing THREE more players this month, according to reports.
The Red Devils yesterday confirmed that they have reached an agreement to sign Casemiro from Real Madrid.
The Brazilian’s arrival will take United’s summer splurge to around £125million… and it is unlikely to end there.
According to the Mirror, the Red Devils could take their spending to £300m by splashing out on a trio of high profile signings.
They claim that United STILL want Frenkie de Jong, despite bolstering their midfield by recruiting Casemiro.
Completing a deal for the Dutchman still appears a far-fetched possibility, however, with De Jong expecting Barca to give up on their quest to sell him and avoid paying £17m in deferred wages.
The Red Devils also remain determined to prise winger Antony away from Ajax, but are finding a deal similarly hard to come by.
- Alex Cole
Antony AXED from Ajax squd
Ajax winger Antony has been LEFT OUT the club’s squad for today's clash against Rotterdam as he looks to join Man Utd.
Reports claim the Brazilian star didn’t train with the group on Friday either.
Antony is said to be hoping that Ajax negotiate with Man Utd when a new bid is submitted.
- Alex Cole
How Man Utd could line up vs Liverpool
Jadon Sancho will likely maintain his spot on the wing, with Anthony Elanga potentially set to be introduced on the opposite side.
The 20-year-old was called into action on Saturday, but he could be offered the chance to start in place of Marcus Rashford.
Despite circulating rumours surrounding his potential exit, wantaway Cristiano Ronaldo is most likely to start as a solo striker.
The Portugal skipper is currently United's main goalscoring threat, so Ten Hag will likely need him if the team want to cause any problems for Liverpool's defence.
Anthony Martial shone for The Red Devils during a pre-season friendly against Klopp's side, but he is yet to feature in this Premier League campaign.
The Frenchman has been struggling with a hamstring issue, but he returned to training this week which could mean he may called be called upon at Old Trafford on Monday – most likely from the bench.
- Alex Cole
Ten Hag's defensive unit tomorrow
Reports suggest that the Dutchman could opt to DROP captain Harry Maguire to the bench.
He is reportedly keen to trial a centre-back partnership of new boy Lisandro Martinez and Raphael Varane.
Varane replaced United's £54million summer signing midway through last week's match, but the pair could be tasked with working together on Monday.
Ten Hag will likely call upon the experience of Luke Shaw to fill in at left back, with Mohamed Salah expected to start for Liverpool.
A new defensive midfield partnership could also be on the cards as Donny van de Beek and Scott McTominay were seen working together during training earlier this week.
Both players were introduced to replace starters Christian Eriksen and Fred last week and as a duo completed a solid shift in the middle.
- Alex Cole
Ten Hag has same squad for Liverpool
Manchester United will look to climb out of the Premier League relegation zone on Monday with a win over bitter rivals Liverpool.
The Red Devils currently sit at the bottom of the league table with no points after losing their opening two fixtures.
Erik ten Hag's side opened the campaign with a 2-1 defeat to Brighton at Old Trafford.
But, things only got worse last week when they suffered a humiliating 4-0 loss to Brentford.
Going into Monday's huge match against Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool, the United boss has no new players to call upon.
Even if club chiefs can complete a deal for Casemiro over the weekend, the Brazil international will not be registered in time to play.
- Alex Cole
Ten Hag shocked by Van de Beek's lack of confidence
The Old Trafford manager was shocked at how far Van de Beek’s confidence has dropped since he was his gaffer in Amsterdam.
Now Ten Hag has held talks with the 25-year-old to find out why he hasn’t shown the form which saw United pay £35million for him in 2020.
And he has told Van de Beek there is no reason why he cannot make a big impression in Manchester.
United’s coaching staff are happy with his efforts in training.
But Ten Hag is keen for him to take the risks in his game that earned a move to England in the first place.
- Alex Cole
EXCLUSIVE – Ten Hag keeping Van de Beek
Ajax have been told there is no chance of taking Donny van de Beek back to Holland – because Erik ten Hag is convinced he can still play a key role at Manchester United, writes Phil Thomas.
Van de Beek’s former club had hoped a lack of game time may see United let him return to them on loan for the season.
But Ten Hag, the man who sold him to United two years ago, is confident the midfielder can force his way into the starting line-up.
- Alex Cole
United in Pulisic blow
Man Utd are set to miss out on signing Christian Pulisic from Chelsea, according to reports.
The Red Devils began to consider a loan deal for the winger earlier this week.
New boss Erik ten Hag is keen to add to his attacking ranks following United’s disastrous start to the Premier League season.
However, they may now have to consider alternative options as Pulisic is reluctant to make the switch.
According to The Daily Mail, he wants to join a club that is competing in the Champions League.
And if he cannot do this, he would prefer to remain at Stamford Bridge rather than make the move to Old Trafford.
- Alex Cole
More on Sommer interest
The Old Trafford vacancy is proving a nightmare to fill with United even considering Norwich’s Tim Krul, 34, as a No 2 option.
Watford’s Austrian international goalkeeper Daniel Bachmann, 28, is also a live alternative — but Sommer seems to be the hot choice right now.
- Alex Cole
EXCLUSIVE – Sommer loving as United look for new No1
Manchester United are homing in on a move for Switzerland international keeper Yann Sommer — as they look for a safe pair of hands.
United scouts watched the experienced Sommer claim a clean sheet for Borussia Monchengladbach on Friday night.
Sommer, 33, is emerging as the top candidate to provide competition for faltering No 1 David de Gea.
But it will be hard to tempt him to sign as cover when he needs to play to stay in the national side.
The Red Devils would have to convince Sommer he would play in enough games to make the move worthwhile for him.
- Alex Cole
Hornets look to keep Sarr
Watford hope to price Manchester Uniter transfer target Ismaila Sarr and Joao Pedro out of moves to keep their promotion bid alive.
The Hornets still want £30million for Senegalese speedster Sarr, 24, amid fresh interest and similar sums for clever attacker Pedro, 20.
Watford made more on the £12.5m sale of Emmanuel Dennis to Nottingham Forest than expected and it is helping them stay strong on other valuations.
- Alex Cole
EXCLUSIVE: Garner gaining interest
Man Utd midfielder James Garner — who has never started a Premier League game for them — is of interest to Tottenham, Leeds and Southampton, writes Alan Nixon.
But none are willing to meet the £14million price-tag the Red Devils have slapped on the midfielder, who has been loaned out three times.
Erik ten Hag’s club are willing to let him go despite turning down previous offers this summer with Aston Villa and Newcastle also interested.
Garner has featured just twice in the Prem for Manchester United – both as a substitute and with the most recent coming during the 2019-20 season.
In total he’s made seven appearances.
- Alex Cole
Another transfer blow for Ron
Marseille have rejected the opportunity to sign Cristiano Ronaldo from Manchester United, according to reports.
Ronaldo, 37, has been trying to force an escape from Old Trafford since returning from a prolonged summer break last month.
Various clubs have been linked with a potential swoop for the seven-time Ballon d’Or winner including Bayern Munich, Atletico Madrid, Barcelona, Sporting Lisbon, Borussia Dortmund and Chelsea.
Marseille were the most recent side to express an interest in signing Ronaldo, however, they are no longer considering a deal.
But according to RMC Sport, the Ligue 1 side now have no intention of recruiting him.
- Alex Cole
Good morning United fans!
Are you excited for tomorrow night’s clash with Liverpool?
The two sides add another chapter to their fierce rivalry – and both sides are more desperate than ever for three points.
- Jake Lambourne
Antony keen on Utd switch
Ajax winger Antony will reportedly be left out of the club's squad for Sunday's clash against Sparta Rotterdam as he looks to join Man Utd.
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano tweeted: "Understand Antony will NOT be part of Ajax XI vs Sparta Rotterdam on Sunday.
"Brazilian star didn’t train with the group yesterday and today.
"Antony wants Manchester United and hopes for Ajax to negotiate with Man Utd when the new bid will be submitted."
- Jake Lambourne
Sommer lovin' for Yann
EXCLUSIVE – Man Utd are homing in on a move for Switzerland international keeper Yann Sommer — as they look for a safe pair of hands, writes Alan Nixon.
United scouts watched the experienced Sommer claim a clean sheet for Borussia Monchengladbach on Friday night.
Sommer, 33, is emerging as the top candidate to provide competition for faltering No 1 David De Gea.
But it will be hard to tempt him to sign as cover when he needs to play to stay in the national side.
The Red Devils would have to convince Sommer he would play in enough games to make the move worthwhile for him.
The Old Trafford vacancy is proving a nightmare to fill with United even considering Norwich’s Tim Krul, 34, as a No 2 option.
Watford’s Austrian international goalkeeper Daniel Bachmann, 28, is also a live alternative — but Sommer seems to be the hot choice right now.
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