And the Red Devils are reportedly preparing Bayern Munich’s Kingsley Coman as a backup option should Borussia not budge on their £108m asking price.
Follow all the latest transfer updates and gossip from Old Trafford below…
KEEPER OR GO-ER?
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer admits he must sell one of David De Gea, Dean Henderson and Sergio Romero this summer.
But according to the stats, which one of the three should go?
Check it out here.
FAMILY FORTUNES
Arsenal fans are getting excited after Man Utd transfer target Gabriel Magalhaes’s brother and sister started following the club on Instagram.
The Gunners have been linked with a £27million swoop for the Lille defender.
Boss Mikel Arteta, who giuded the side to FA Cup glory this season, is set to make further changes to his playing staff.
The Spaniard is keen on bringing a defender in to shore up his leaky back line.
Now it has been revealed on social media that the 22-year-old’s sister Mayara follows the London side on Instagram.
SANCHO NO-GO
Borussia Dortmund have told Man Utd to FORGET about signing Jadon Sancho this summer.
It means Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will not be landing his top target for the wing after being quoted £108million last month.
Dortmund chief Michael Zorc said: “We plan with Jadon Sancho. He’ll play for us next season. The decision is final. I think that answers all of the questions.
“Last summer we adjusted the salary to the performance development of Jadon. In this context, we have extended the contract until 2023.”
‘VERY GOOD PLAYERS’
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has warned his side what to look out for against Copenhagen.
He said: “Stale’s team, they’ve got individuals there and very good players.
“There are young forwards, three of them, to be fair, and experienced players in the midfield and at the back.
“But I think the biggest strength is the teamwork and how well organised Stale’s teams always are.”
COM TO OLD TRAFFORD?
United will make a loan offer for Kingsley Coman if their pursuit of Jadon Sancho fails, according to reports.
GUNNER IMPROVE
Manchester United have lost just one of their last 23 matches.
But Ole Gunnar Solskjaer remained modest ahead of the clash against Copenhagen.
‘I DON’T CARE’
Rio Ferdinand has called for United to wrap up a deal for Jadon Sancho.
The Old Trafford veteran also dismissed claims that the Red Devils have enough to players in his position.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be coming up against old pal Stale Solbakken tonight.
“I’ve known Stale for such a long time, and Copenhagen have a great history in getting into Europe and doing well in Europe.”
‘YOU’RE GOING HOME’
The Red devils boss was asked how he plans to keep his players occupied during their spell in Germany.
“Of course, we put plans in place but, for me, it’s only about this game now.
“You can’t think too far ahead.
“It’s a knockout tournament. If you don’t perform, you’re going home.”
But Manchester United have so far failed to reach an agreement with the Bundesliga side.
PIRLO SAYS NO
And Pirlo is wasting little time in getting rid of the deadwood he does not want – starting with the likes of ex-Chelsea striker Gonzalo Higuain and Manchester United target Douglas Costa.
The report also adds that Sami Khedira and Blaise Matuidi are also at risk of being let go with both midfielders 33 years old.
According to Sky Sports, of the pair it is Havertz who “is the one who is most keen to move as soon as possible”.
CONTE BELIEVE IT
His defending also saw him dubbed “Smalldini” in reference to Italian legend Paolo Maldini.
Here’s some interesting statistics ahead of United’s showdown with Copenhagen.
Jadon Sancho is on his way to Switzerland with his team-mates. Ouch.
BREAKING NEWS
Manchester United have MISSED the deadline to sign Jadon Sancho.
And the England ace has been named in Borussia Dortmund’s pre-season squad and will fly to Switzerland with them as a result.
But the Red Devils refused to meet their £108million asking price.
And as of this morning, nothing had been announced and Dortmund announced the winger was part of their squad travelling to Switzerland to prepare for next season.
— Borussia Dortmund (@BVB) August 10, 2020
COP OUT
“We need to take that one or two or three chances we get during a game like this.”
Paul Pogba has been extra work in at the training ground to make up for lost time, revealed Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
Speaking to the club website, he said: “I’ve answered numerous questions on Paul, and we’re delighted that he’s back playing.
“He’s training extra, he’s always a great personality in and around the place, and hopefully we can see him lift this trophy [like] he’s done before.”
COM AND GET ME
Manchester United have a backup plan in place should Jadon Sancho’s move to Old Trafford fall through.
Coman is unlikely to feature regularly in Munich next season with Leroy Sane having moved to the Bundesliga champs.
And as a result, Manchester United are looking into a loan deal, although Bayern Munich would prefer to sell outright.
It’s a huge day for Manchester United as Dortmund’s reported deadline for receiving a bid for Jadon Sancho expires tonight.
The German side are back in pre-season training this week and expect Sancho to be there.
Dortmund are also not willing to budge from their £108m asking price at the moment and are said to be disappointed that United have failed to indicate what price they would be willing to pay, reports Sky Sports’ Kaveh Solhekol.
However, he also stated that United will never be in a stronger position to sign Sancho as all other clubs have been priced out of the market due to coronavirus.
Neither he nor De Gea want to be the understudy and Sergio Romero will not sit around as third choice.
Ahead of United’s Europa League quarter-final against Copenhagen tomorrow night, Solskjaer said: “It’ll be difficult to keep three of them, so we’ll see what the decision will be there.
“The Europa League has also shown how important Sergio has been for us — and David has always been performing.
“We’ll see what we’ll do going forward.”
And Solskjaer added: “Since coming back from injury he has been a delight.
“And I’m looking forward to seeing him grow with this team.
“I am really looking forward to working with him.”
Chong, 20, is reported to have had talks with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on Friday, following his appearance in United’s Europa League game against LASK.
PAUL IN
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is optimistic Paul Pogba will sign a new contract at Manchester United.
Speaking ahead of Monday’s Europa League quarter-final clash with Copenhagen, United boss Solskjaer hinted Pogba’s future lies in Manchester.
“Since coming back from injury he has been a delight,” said Solskjaer.
“He has worked really hard, he is happy and he is playing well.
“And I’m looking forward to seeing him grow with this team.
JEEPERS KEEPERS
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has suggested Manchester United are unlikely to go into next season with all three of David de Gea, Sergio Romero, and Dean Henderson.
He said: “Competition for places is good. We have Sergio, David and Dean there with David backing them up.
Inter Milan legend Andreas Brehme believes his former side and Bayer Leverkusen are both bigger favourties than United for the Europa League this season.
“On the other side of the bracket I think Manchester United will qualify for the finals. But both Inter and Bayer are stronger than the English club.”
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