Man Utd transfer news LIVE: Sancho joins Chelsea on loan, Ugarte deal CONFIRMED, Kone signs – latest updates
MANUEL UGARTE'S £51million move from PSG to Manchester United has FINALLY been confirmed as the transfer window has now slammed shut.
Jadon Sancho has moved to Chelsea after the clubs agreed a loan move - with an obligation to buy next summer - while United announced they have signed Malian teenager Sekou Kone.
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Romano offers Ugarte transfer update
Man Utd are edging closer to signing Paris Saint-Germain outcast Manuel Ugarte this summer, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
He said: “Manchester United are now close to getting Manuel Ugarte deal done! As revealed last week, Man Utd want to proceed with loan + obligation to buy and meeting with PSG was positive.
“No bids for Ederson – Man Utd want Ugarte, details being discussed. Deal at final stage.”
Update on Mainoo new contract
Man Utd are working on a new deal for Kobbie Mainoo, according to Fabrizio Romano.
He told Caught Offside: “Man United have been working on Mainoo’s new deal for months, some talks already took place, but now all their energy is being focused on the final eight days of the summer transfer window.
“Then they will resume talks for Mainoo, who is considered a key part of the project.”
Man Utd eye Barcelona defender
Man Utd and Tottenham are interested in signing Barcelona defender Andreas Christensen.
According to Spanish outlet Sport, one of Christensen or Eric Garcia will leave Barcelona in the coming days and the final choice will depend on the offers they receive.
Christensen is valued at around £25m and the report claims that he is on Man Utd and Tottenham’s shortlists, and contact has been made with the player’s representatives.
Giggs praises Aaron Wan-Bissaka
Man Utd legend Ryan Giggs has heaped praise on Aaron Wan-Bissaka, dubbing him one of the Premier League's top defenders after his move to West Ham.
He told The Mirror: "I would've stayed away from him, especially later on in my career.
"I would've tried to take him places he didn't want to go because, one on one, I think he's one of the best in the league. Over the 90, he's very tough to play against."
Youngster close to EFL transfer
Man Utd defender Will Fish is undergoing a medical at Cardiff City today ahead of sealing a permanent move to the Welsh capital, according to WalesOnline.
It is understood that wile the £2m deal is unlikely to be announced today, the formalities are hoped to have been agreed within the next 24 hours.
Red Devils eye Ederson transfer
Man Utd are in talks with Atalanta over a potential move for Brazilian midfielder Ederson, according to journalist Alfredo Pedulla.
Man Utd’s representatives have been in talks with Atalanta to sort out the paperwork for Rasmus Hojlund’s move to Old Trafford last summer and Ederson was reportedly a big topic of conversation.
The report claims that the Red Devils have tabled a bid of £42.5m for the Brazilian, who has been linked to Liverpool and Aston Villa.
Man Utd renew partnership deal
Man Utd have extended their e-football partnership with Konami.
The collaboration began in 2019 and the renewal sees Konami retain multiple commercial rights, such as player access, media opportunities, and the use of official club branding, imagery, and recreations in the eFootball series.
Saha heaps praise on midfielder
Former Man Utd striker Louis Saha believes Bruno Fernandes could become one of the best players in the league.
He said of the United skipper: “Bruno Fernandes is one of the best attacking midfielders in the league and the person who creates the most chances.
“There might be players who can do a job, but in the Premier League, with the pressure of playing for Manchester United, it’s challenging for any player, and he’s really had to take the pressure off the team.
“He’s been asked to be the captain where initially he was just a leader on the pitch. He’s done well as captain.
“He deserved his new contract but what I'm always scared about with new contracts is that the player doesn’t always play the same. We saw that with Rashy [Marcus Rashford]. He signed his new contract and then maybe something happened where he relaxed a little bit but then his performances and standards dropped a bit.
“I’m not scared about that with Bruno because he has the right approach every game. He always gives 200%. I wouldn’t be surprised if he becomes the best player in the league.”
Man Utd miss out on target
Manchester United target Sander Berge has joined Fulham from Burnley in a £25m deal.
Man Utd had been keeping dialogue open with Burnley for the midfielder, but Fulham moved for the Norway international after failing to reach an agreement for Man Utd midfielder Scott McTominay.
The Cottagers will pay £20m upfront plus £5m in performance-related add-ons for the 26-year-old - a similar offer they made to Man Utd for McTominay.
Pundit shares Marcus Rashford fear
Chris Sutton believes Marcus Rashford is at risk of losing his position in the Man Utd starting line-up.
He told Instant Withdrawal Casino: “If we see the Marcus Rashford of last season that seemed to feel a bit sorry for himself, then he’s going to have a fight to get back into the starting XI.
“When he’s motivated and with a clear mind, he can be a devastating footballer and as good as any of the other best attacking players in the world, but it really depends on which version of himself decides to turn up this season.
“If Rashford returns to the squad in a good state of mind and with a clear head, Manchester United will have a better season than they did last year. There were certainly issues in the goalscoring department last season and his lack of form was a big contributor to that.
"It looks like Erik ten Hag will have more players to pick from in wide areas and upfront, which gives him a good selection headache to have, but a fully firing Rashford can still be a massive asset for the club.”
Facundo Pellistri receives well wishes
Bruno Fernandes and David de Gea wasted no time in sending heartfelt messages to Facundo Pellistri after the former Manchester United winger’s departure from Old Trafford.
The youngster has joined Panathinaikos in a £5million deal.
Captain Fernandes wrote to Pellistri: “You deserve the best,” adding a heart emoji.
While De Gea said: “Facuuuu!! All the best amigo.”
Yoro has Real Madrid agreement
Leny Yoro reportedly has an unsigned agreement with the club that he can leave for Real Madrid in the future.
Spanish outlet Defensa Central are certain that we have not heard the last of Real Madrid’s interest in the defender and that a move to the Bernabeu could be on the cards earlier than anyone expected.
They claim Real Madrid have received, not officially, but through some intermediaries, word that Leny Yoro has a verbal agreement with Manchester United, something that is not signed, but agreed verbally, by which the French player will be able to sign for the Spanish giants within two seasons.
Cristiano Ronaldo breaks another record
Man Utd icon Cristiano Ronaldo has become the fastest YouTuber to reach one million subscribers after the launch of his channel on Wednesday.
Ronaldo, who turns 40 this season, teased his new channel with a minute-long trailer that gave fans a glimpse of what they can expect from the global superstar.
The former Man Utd and Real Madrid bagsman will be offering behind-the-scenes content, as well as videos of him taking on challenges, playing games with his partner Georgina Rodriguez and practicing his trademark celebration.
With all that in store, fans have lost their minds at the idea of seeing more of their icon on social media - leading to his new side hustle smashing the record for the fastest Youtube account to reach one million subscribers.
The channel, which is named Ur Ronaldo, hit the incredible milestone in only 90 MINUTES.
Jadon Sancho offered way out
Barcelona are considering a loan move for Manchester United’s Jadon Sancho in the final days of the transfer window, according to Sport.
They claim that despite United’s insistence on a permanent sale, “some clubs are convinced that he could end up going out on loan” as the end of the window approaches.
Barca’s sporting director, Deco, “is also keeping an eye on this situation because he is a player who, on loan, could be a good deal for FC Barcelona”.
It is mentioned that Sancho’s very high salary would be a problem for the cash-strapped Catalans to overcome but there is an acceptance that his wages “would have to be assumed in full” by them.
Roo-turn
Wayne Rooney is set to make an emotional return to Old Trafford for the first time since 2017.
The former striker will play for Manchester United's Legends team against Celtic on September 7.
Rooney, 38, is United's record goalscorer and found the net 253 times in 559 games.
He signed in the summer of 2004 and spent 13 years at the club before returning to Everton.
The Plymouth boss also played for DC United and Derby, but revealed he wished he had the chance to play for Celtic.
He said: “My family and I have always followed Celtic, since I was a boy anyway, so my kids have all got Celtic kits and I always look out for the scores.”
Ugarte sends United transfer message
PSG ace Manuel Ugarte has sent a message of support to Facundo Pellestri following his transfer from Manchester United to Panathinaikos.
Commenting on his fellow Uruguayan's departure message on Instagram, Ugarte left a love-heart emoji.
And the comment didn't go unnoticed by United fans, many of whom drew their own conclusions as to what it meant.
Credit: Getty Red Devils done deal
Sam Mather has inked a new deal with United.
The winger's initial deal was set to expire next summer but the club have moved quickly to keep him at Old Trafford.
Forlan weighs in on Ugarte
Former Manchester United hitman Diego Forlan has heaped praise on Red Devils target Manuel Ugarte.
He told ESPN Uruguay: "He is very important in the middle to free [Federico] Valverde and [Rodrigo] Bentancur.
"Defensively he adds a lot. If I were a coach, I would love to put Ugarte in the middle."
New Mainoo deal
Manchester United are reportedly planning to hold contract talks with Kobbie Mainoo.
The 19-year-old's current deal with the Red Devils expires in the summer of 2027.
But United reportedly hoping to tie him down to a bumper new deal as they plan to build a midfield around him.
Credit: Getty Man Utd given striker advice
Manchester United have been urged to consider a late swoop for Everton hitman Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
Former Charlton and Tottenham hitman Darren Bent told talkSPORT:" I think it's probably an upgrade on what you got.
"although he would not explicitly be drawn on whether he specifically believed him to be an improvement on Red Devils striker Rasmus Hojlund.
"I'm torn on Dominic Calvert-Lewin," he went on. "Because on the one hand, when you look at his numbers, you go, no."
Shaw frustration aired
Red Devils legend Peter Schemeichel has revealed his frustrations with Luke Shaw in light of the defender's latest injury woes.
He told BBC Radio 5 Live: "Luke Shaw last played (for United) in February and yet he still went to the Euros.
"I think he played a little bit in the quarter-final, and then some of the semi-final and then he played the final. Now, he's injured again.
"He's so important. He's got experience and he's a top class left-back
"He's a Manchester United player - we pay him.
"He should be focusing and prioritising Manchester United and not his country."
Ten Hag receives transfer warning
Ten Hag has been urged NOT to cash in on Scott McTominay this summer by former United coach Rene Meulensteen.
He said: I wouldn’t sell McTominay, I would keep him.
“McTominay will always do a job for you. He has popped up with so many important goals and will always give his all and you can play him in different positions.
“So, I wouldn’t necessarily sell him, I think there are other candidates.”
Ten Hag "surprise"
Former United coach Rene Meulensteen admits he's been "surprised" by Erik ten Hag's decision not to deploy Lisandro Martinez as a makeshift midfielder alongside Kobbie Mainno.
He told The Metro: "You need a guy who has [a] combination of things.
“It’s maybe a stupid comment, but it has surprised me that Ten Hag has not yet used Martinez in that position and used another centre-half pairing.
“Martinez has got legs, he is so tenacious, he knows how important it is to hold your discipline, when to play, when to scan because I have seen him do it.
That is what you need. That’s the type of player you need.
“By the looks of it, Ugarte is 23, he could very well fit that position.”
Pellestri's goodbye
Facundo Pellestri has issued a heartfelt goodbye message to United fans following his move to Panathinaikos.
Padel ball rivalry
Bruno Fernandes and Alejandro Garnacho got the better of Kobbie Mainno and Hannibal Mejbri in a game of padel ball.
Check out Garnacho's IG post below.
