Man Utd transfer news LIVE: Saul Niguez update, Pogba contract latest, Harry Kane move back on, Haaland EXCLUSIVE

FRIENDLY THRASHING

Manchester United suffered a humiliating 4-2 thrashing to Queens Park Rangers in a friendly match at Loftus Road.

United opened the scoring after just three minutes when Mason Greenwood gained possession deep in midfield and found Facundo Pellistri with a wonderful through ball.

Pellistri then switched with Jesse Lingard, who broke inside the box and beat Seny Dieng with ease.

But the Red Devils' celebrations were cut short just four minutes later when QPR captain Lee Wallace's crisp cross from the left wing found Charlie Austin unmarked and forgotten by Teden Mengi inside the box.

Austin got the header and gave Tom Heaton absolutely no chance to react.

Things got so much better for the Rs in the second half as they scored three goals in less than eight minutes.

It all started when Chris Willock's shot got deflected to the far post where captain Wallace kept the ball in play and cut it back to Lyndon Dykes, who found the back of the net on 52 minutes.

Then Moses Odubajo beat Lee Grant with an absolute screamer just five minutes later.

And Dykes completed a brace with a beautiful left-footed effort.

United hit back in the 73rd minute with Anthony Elanga's clinical shot following an assist by Shola Shoretire.

AMAZING DUET

Manchester United aces Eric Bailly and Amad Diallo helped the Ivory Coast snatch a point against Brazil.

The game ended with a goalless draw that saw Aston Villa ace Douglas Luiz getting sent off.

The Africans then lost Eboue Kouassi to a red card close to full-time.

Both Luiz and Kouassi won't be able to play in their teams' final group matches

DYBALA DEAL

WILL PUGH reports that Juventus will start new contract talks with Paulo Dybala next week.

That is according to club legend and vice-president Pavel Nedved.

The Argentine, who has just one year left on his deal in Turin, has been linked with a departure this summer - with Manchester United said to be interested.

But returning boss Max Allegri is a big fan of partnering the 27-year-old with Portuguese legend Cristiano Ronaldo, according to Nedved and Juve are moving to secure Dybala's long term future as a result.

Nedved, 48, told Sky: "We’re going to meet next week with Dybala’s agent to open talks about his contract.

"Allegri loves to play Dybala and Ronaldo together."

RED DEVIL REPRESENTATIVES

Eric Bailly and Amad Diallo featured for the Ivory Coast at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics today.

The Red Devils pair helped their country to an impressive 0-0 draw against Brazil to follow up their 2-1 win over Saudi Arabia on Thursday.

It means the Ivory Coast need just a point from their final group game against Germany on Wednesday to progress to the quarter-finals of the Olympic football event.

COME ON CAVA

Eduardo Camavinga is widely regarded as one of the brightest talents in European football.

PSG and Real Madrid are said to be interested in securing the services of the 18-year-old, while the Daily Mail are reporting that Manchester United are also eager to snap up the midfielder.

However the Red Devils want to wait another year before making their move, allowing time for the talented youngster to progress further at Rennes.

He also has just twelve months remaining on his contract and available to speak to sign a pre-contract agreement with English clubs from January.

WANTED DAN

Leeds United are said to be monitoring Dan James' situation at Manchester United amid rumours of an Old Trafford exit.

He was set to sign for Leeds in January 2019 before the move fell through, even having shirts printed with his name on, but now James is being linked with a sensational *return* to Elland Road.

According to the Daily Mail the Whites are keen to capitalise on James' lack of game time at Old Trafford and offer him a regular starting spot across the Pennines at Elland Road.

BETTER CALL SAUL

Manchester United are being continually linked with a deal for Atletico Madrid midfielder Saul Niguez.

The Red Devils have been linked with the midfielder for the past two years but have previously been put off by his £128million release clause.

Now though the Daily Mail are reporting he could be available for just £38.5million after the Spaniard has fallen out of favour with Diego Simeone.

Reports suggest he has already been offered to Barcelona and Juventus with Manchester United also said to be interested.

NOT FOR SALE

KEALAN HUGHES writes that Real Madrid are not looking to sell Vinicius Junior this summer, according to reports.

It had been claimed that the Spanish giants were keen to cash in on the winger for around £68.5million.

And it was believed Real offered Manchester United the opportunity to sign the Brazilian in negotiations over Raphael Varane.

But according to Fabrizio Romano Los Blancos are not thinking about offloading Vinicius.

The transfer guru claims United are not negotiating with Real over the 21-year-old, nor are any other club.

That has not dented United's chances of signing Varane, however.

BOBBY DAZZLER

Liverpool are set to beat Manchester United and Chelsea to the signing of Newcastle's teenage sensation Bobby Clark, JOSHUA MBU reports.

Clark, 16, is the son of Toon legend Lee, who made 117 appearances for Newcastle.

According to Goal, Liverpool have agreed a deal with Newcastle to sign the teenager, who has played for England at schoolboy level, fending off interest from the Red Devils.

SANCHO PROMISE TO HAALAND

Here's one to get Manchester United fans excited.

New signing Jadon Sancho has promised Erling Haaland they "will soon meet again" sparking rumours of an Erling Haaland move to Old Trafford.

Haaland took to social media following Sancho's move to Manchester, writing:

"Good luck on your next journey bro,

"We had some good times together! Can't wait to see you shine!"

In reply Sancho said: "A connection like no other, we will soon meet again brother.

"Take care and good luck to you too."

Interesting...

MORE ON MARTIAL

There may be an Anthony Martial transfer saga beginning to unfold.

According to Mundo Deportivo Manchester United are keen on offering Anthony Martial plus cash to Borussia Dortmund to partner him with new signing and ex-Dortmund man Jadon Sancho.

Joel Glazer though is thought to be opposed to the deal, preferring a cash only sale of Martial in an attempt to recoup some of the £73million fee that was paid for Jadon Sancho's services.

MARTIAL ON THE MOVE?

Jadon Sancho's arrival at Manchester United may have paved the way for Anthony Martial to exit Old Trafford according to The Daily Star.

United are keen to recoup as much money as possible after Sancho's £73million move and value Martial at as much as £50million.

Spurs are said to be interested in the Frenchman should Harry Kane leave the club, but Martial's wage demands are said to be more than the North London outfit are willing to pay.

READY FOR RAPHA

Manchester United are edging ever-closer to the transfer of Real Madrid centre back Raphael Varane.

The Express are reporting that talks are progressing well between Manchester United and Real Madrid officials over a £39million move.

Varane signed for Los Blancos back in 2011 and has played 360 times for the club.

In a glittering period at Madrid, the defender has won three LaLiga titles, the Copa del Rey and four Champions Leagues.

During that time he has also won the 2018 World Cup with France where he was named in the team of the tournament.

It would be a major coup for United and add some defensive steel in the backline alongside Red Devils skipper Harry Maguire.

MAYBE MERIH

Juventus centre back Merih Demiral is a target for Borussia Dortmund according to Fabrizio Romano.

Romano reports that Juve have set an asking price of £30million for the 23-year-old Turkish international.

Both Manchester United and Arsenal have previously been linked with Demiral but it is Borussia Dortmund who look set to pounce.

KHAL ME BRUNO

Tunisia's teenage taekwondo sensation Mohamed Khalil Jendoubi took home a silver medal on his Olympics debut in Tokyo, writes ETIENNE FERMIE.

And he also turned heads with his resemblance to Manchester United talisman Bruno Fernandes.

After narrowly losing out on points in the final of the taekwondo 58kg event, a beIN Sports reporter asked him about his famous lookalike.

But rather than agree with the suggestion Jendoubi, 19, claimed that he looks more like a certain former Arsenal ace.

He said: "I think I look more like Ozil."

Jendoubi may not quite have the following of the Portuguese or German stars just yet.

But his performances in Tokyo will have had Olympics aficionados taking note.

DOUBLE JABBED

Premier League matches with over 20,000 fans in the ground may be restricted to fully-vaccinated people from October 2021.

The Government is believed to be extending the use of vaccine passports from nightclubs to potentially sports venues.

A Government source told the PA news agency: “It’s important that fans can continue to watch sporting events over the autumn, which is why we’re exploring the role vaccines might play in this.

“This will not only allow full capacity stadiums but has the added bonus of incentivising people of all ages to go and get their jab.”

TRIBUTE TAT

Jadon Sancho has revealed the meaning behind the ink.

With his favourite tattoo, located on his right forearm, being in memory of his late younger brother who passed away when he was younger.

Speaking to MUTV, Sancho explained: "This is my first one but this one is the most meaningful one because my little brother passed away when he was younger.

"And when I was in primary school I wrote a poem that I read at the funeral.

"So this one is definitely my most meaningful one.

"The rest around it are birds, heaven, an angel, a butterfly and then I have my sister's and my brother's initials.

"And then here I kind of freestyled because I liked comics when I was younger."

SUPER SAUL

Manchester United are convinced that they can sign Saul Niguez from Atletico Madrid.

The Spanish midfielder is reportedly available for just £45million this summer.

According to the Daily Mail, United feel they can prise Saul from Atletico's clutches.

But they would face stiff competition from a host of top European clubs, including Liverpool and Bayern Munich.

SANCHO SIGNS

Man Utd can now FOLLOW Jadon Sancho after the winger signed for the club.

HOOPED!

Manchester United were mocked by Queens Park Rangers fans chanting 'Can we play you every week?' and 'Ole's at the wheel' during a stunning pre-season friendly on Saturday, writes DYLAN TERRY.

The Hoops scored three goals in six second half minutes to thump the Red Devils 4-2 at Loftus Road.

The QPR fans in the stadium were in such a jubilant mood that they began taunting Man Utd with the famous football tunes.

They first began with jovially asking them whether they could play them every week.

And the QPR supporters then went on to mock United manager Solskjaer, who had to witness his side's dreadful afternoon.

DAN'S THE MAN

Leeds United are eyeing Man Utd's Dan James as a cheaper alternative to Club Brugge's Noa Lang.

Marcelo Bielsa wants to bolster his attacking options, but the Belgian club are not keen on letting the 22-year-old go.

And according to the Daily Mail, Leeds have reignited their interest in James.

James almost joined Leeds from Swansea City, but saw the move collapse on deadline day in 2019.

SPECIAL SANCHO

Man Utd newboy Jadon Sancho will get fans off their seats, that's for sure!

'JESSE HAS IMPRESSED ME'

Man Utd legend Andy Cole has said thast he has been impressed by Jesse Lingard.

Cole watched the game against QPR as a pundit for MUTV and picked out Lingard for his goal scoring performance.

He said: "Jesse has impressed me.

"I think Jesse has come back with that bit between his teeth. He has got the goal, but it is not just about the goal - it is his work rate as well. 

“I think his work rate can become infectious.

"He is putting himself about, getting in the right areas - and getting himself a goal as well.”

BARC-ING MAD

Barcelona have joined the race to sign Man Utd forward Anthony Martial.

According to Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona have been watching Martial for some time.

The 25-year-old would add some much needed pace and firepower to Barca's frontline.

And if he was to join, he'd be linking up with fellow international team-mates Griezmann, Dembele and Lenglet.

DAL'S OUT

AC Milan remain interested in re-signing Man Utd right-back Diogo Dalot on loan.

Dalot spent last season on loan at the Serie A giants and even played against his parent club, United, in the Europa League.

But Milan were defeated over the two legs.

According to Calciomercato, the Red Devils want a loan fee amounting to just under £4milllion.

And United want an option to buy in the deal.