Manchester United chiefs privately accept the reality that Ronaldo wants to leave the club, despite the appointment of new manager Erik ten Hag. United are also interested in Real Madrid midfielder Sergej Milinkovic-Savic and Ajax winger Antony. Despite the desire to sign Ronaldo, United will prefer not to strengthen their direct rival. They would instead look to sell the player to a foreign club. Regardless, Ten Hag will be given a chance to prove himself, and will want the players to focus on their task rather than on a move to another club.
Cristiano Ronaldo wants to leave Manchester United despite new manager Erik ten Hag’s appointment as manager
The new man in charge of Manchester United, Erik ten Hag, is already attracting plenty of attention, with the Portuguese superstar keen to leave the club despite his recent comments that he wants to stay. Ronaldo has been linked with a move away from Old Trafford, with the club having lost Edinson Cavani to PSG due to the expiration of his contract. The Portuguese star has also indicated his desire to leave the club, despite being keen to work under the new manager. However, despite his apparent desire to stay at United, the Portuguese international does not seem convinced by the ambitious plans of the new manager, and has been critical of the club’s lack of recruitment during the summer transfer window.
Ten Hag is a popular coach in Real Madrid, but he is likely to be a tough fit for Ronaldo. He tends to play high-tempo football with a lot of pressing, which may not be suited to the 37-year-old Portuguese international. However, his recent statement indicates that he is more willing to work with Ronaldo than he was under former manager Alex Ferguson.
In his first press conference as manager, Erik ten Hag insisted that Cristiano Ronaldo is not for sale. The Portuguese forward has indicated his desire to leave the club this summer if an appropriate offer is made. United finished sixth in the Premier League last season, and have had to switch managers a few times in order to compete in the Champions League.
While the summer transfer window is upon us, the rumour mill continues to buzz. Erik ten Hag and Cristiano Ronaldo have yet to meet, but the talk about Ronaldo’s future at Manchester United will undoubtedly continue to swirl. However, Ten Hag has already sparked further speculation regarding the striker’s future. A few days ago, he revealed that he had spoken with the Portuguese star but that he had not yet flown out on the pre-season tour.
The latest rumours that have emerged regarding the future of the club have raised questions about the long-term future of Cristiano Ronaldo. Despite the recent appointment of Erik ten Hag as manager, the former PSG manager has been linked with a move to the club. The appointment of Ten Hag is unlikely to be universally embraced, however, some senior members of the dressing room prefer the option of the former Tottenham manager.
Real Madrid target Sergej Milinkovic-Savic a target for Manchester United
According to reports, Manchester United have been tracking Sergj Milinkovic-Savic, a midfielder from Lazio, in an attempt to sign him. The former Chelsea star has been linked with a move to Real Madrid, but the Spanish side have not yet made a bid. In fact, Manchester United have already signed Brazilian ace Fred from Chelsea for PS52 million.
Milinkovic-Savic is a versatile midfielder and has been linked with Manchester United for a number of months. Manchester United failed to sign him during the summer transfer window, but he could still be available in January. While Manchester United are not interested in selling Paul Pogba, Milinkovic-Savic’s reputed PS80m price tag could make him a desirable target for the Red Devils.
The rumours are true: United are keen on signing the Serbian midfielder, but there are several hurdles that must be overcome. Despite his impressive performances, Milinkovic-Savic wants to move to Real Madrid and not the Premier League. The transfer fee could be worth up to EUR80m and will allow Manchester United to spend on other players.
A move for Milinkovic-Savic is likely to make Manchester United one of the front runners for the Serbia international. But the club could also look to sign several players to fill the void in their squad. Manchester United have already completed the signing of Fred is the first priority in that process. But Real Madrid are also interested in the Serbian defender, so a bidding war is likely to emerge.
Manchester United’s interest in Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong
With the summer transfer window well underway, it is time to assess Manchester United’s interest in signing Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jonge. According to The Sun, the Dutchman has already spoken to Manchester United and their technical director Erik ten Hag, as well as former player Daley Blind. According to reports, United and Barca are PS18 million apart in terms of transfer fee, with Barca claiming PS65 million for the talented midfielder. De Jong has played 139 times for Barca, scoring 13 goals and providing 17 assists for the Spanish club. The Dutchman has won a Copa del Rey as well as a Champions League trophy during his time at the Nou Camp.
While many believe that the Dutchman may prefer Bayern Munich over Manchester United, this is a mistake. In the end, the Belgian could end up at Bayern Munich. It would seem that the Germans would be happier to leave Frenkie de Jong in the Nou Camp as they are more likely to sign him for more money. The fact that Manchester United are willing to spend EUR85m on the midfielder makes it all the more surprising.
While Manchester United have reached an agreement on a PS72.5 million fee, there is still a chance that the Dutch club will still reject the deal. Although Barcelona are confident of a deal, De Jong is not yet ready to commit his future to the club. The Dutch international is expected to go on Barcelona’s pre-season tour in the USA. There is also a chance that United will sign another free agent, Christian Eriksen.
However, the Dutchman is unsure about the prospect of moving to Manchester. SPORT claims that De Jong does not want to move to Manchester. He does not like the idea of moving to Manchester. However, he will make the decision once he settles his wage dispute with the Spanish giant. If that happens, it would be a great opportunity for Chelsea to sign the player.
United’s interest in Ajax winger Antony
The Brazilian has been linked with a move to Manchester United, with reports suggesting the Red Devils could be forced to choose between Antony and Lisandro Martinez. Ajax, who will demand a fee of PS50 million for Antony, could be more than happy to sell the winger, however, despite the club’s interest in his services. It’s not clear if this is the case, as United are yet to make an offer to the club.
According to reports, Manchester United are keen on signing Ajax winger Antony, and are reportedly flying to Amsterdam to begin negotiations. The Dutch club are known for their conveyor-belt of young talent, and it’s clear that this will continue with Antony. While he usually plays on the right side of midfield, he’s also capable of operating in attack, and is prone to cutting in from the left side.
Although Manchester United’s interest in Antony has cooled somewhat in recent months, the Portuguese club are still interested in signing the versatile winger. According to talkSPORT’s Alex Crook, the club are not deterred by the current bid of PS60 million. Ajax want to hold on to Antony for another season and, for now, they’re not prepared to give up the star player they’ve coveted.
Manchester United’s interest in Antony has come as a result of the Ajax’s refusal to sell Lisandro Martinez for the price requested by the Dutch club. The winger’s agent, Pedrosa, has been in Manchester for the past few weeks and it’s possible he’s trying to negotiate personal terms with the club to ensure a smooth transfer process.
Liverpool have also been in contact with the agent of Ajax winger Antony. According to Yahoo Esportes, the two sides have held talks over the possibility of signing the player. Despite his desire to stay at Ajax, the club has been able to make several offers that are closer to Antony’s price. However, unless a big offer is made, it is unlikely that Antony will leave the club this summer.
