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POGBA 'MAY' STAY AT UNITED

Paul Pogba can see a future at Manchester United, according to Sky Sports News.

Rumours suggest the 28-year-old is excited by the direction the club is going in following the signing of Jadon Sancho.

Pogba is also thought to be impressed by the imminent arrival of Raphael Varane after United agreed a deal with Real Madrid to sign the player.

But the midfielder may wait until after the transfer window to make his mind up, giving him the chance to leave on a free next summer.

VARANE LATEST

Raphael Varane has confirmed he is leaving Real Madrid after penning an emotional tribute to the Spanish club's fans.

United have reached an agreement with the LaLiga side to sign the French defender, 28.

Varane posted on his Instagram: "These last few days have been charged with many emotions, feelings that I now want to share with all of you.

"After 10 incredible and wonderful years at Real Madrid, a club that I will always carry in my heart, the day has come to say goodbye...

"A new chapter begins."

FER-GET PRESTON

Manchester United stars Bruno Fernandes and David De Gea were spotted enjoying a fancy Italian lunch on Saturday afternoon.

The Red Devils were meant to play Preston in a pre-season friendly but it was cancelled after a coronavirus outbreak in the United camp.

The club did not disclose which players - if any - have contracted the virus, but both parties preferred to take the safer option with the start of the season not far away.

But a gathering of the squad at Cibo restaurant on Saturday at least gives an indication into which players have not been forced to isolate.

De Gea and Fernandes were snapped leaving the restaurant alongside Spanish team-mate Juan Mata.

One photo also shows Tom Heaton greeting Fernandes on his way out, with several United players in attendance.

CAR BLIMEY

What a player current first team coach Michael Carrick was at Manchester United.

Sit back and enjoy, Red Devils fans.

TURKISH DELIGHT

Manchester United star Andreas Pereira has become a shock target for Fenerbahce, following his wonder strike in a pre-season friendly.

The 25-year-old Belgian-born midfielder struck a sumptuous right-foot volley in a 2-2 draw with Brentford reminiscent of Tony Yeboah's goal for Leeds against Liverpool back in 1995.

Pereira moved to the Red Devils in 2015, but has struggled to cement a place in United's first team.

During his time at the club, he has been loaned out to three different clubs, including Granada, Valencia and Lazio.

At the end of the last campaign, the Serie A giants enquired about signing Pereira on a permanent deal - but were told to stump up around £21million.

Instead, Lazio turned their attentions to Felipe Anderson, who they snapped up from West Ham in a £3m deal.

Now Fenerbahce have thrown their hat in the ring, along with an unnamed Premier League club, for Pereira's services.

The Turkish giants have enquired about his transfer valuation, but are said to be reluctant to pay his £21m fee.

TELL YOU WHAT

Man United star Alex Telles is looking forward to the new season, despite sustaining an ankle injury against QPR last weekend.

The Brazilian had an underwhelming rookie season at Old Trafford, as a victim of fellow left-back Luke Shaw's incredible form.

But he is upbeat, writing on Twitter: "Minor Setback for a major come back! Working hard to get Back Soon @ManUtd."

DEVIL IN DISGUISE

Jack Grealish has fuelled speculation that he is about to join Manchester City… by deleting an old tweet about Man United.

It is well known that the attacking midfielder is a Villa fan through and through, having grown up supporting the team he now captains.

But eagle-eyed observers online noticed that he once tweeted about United back in 2012.

The England star, 16 at the time, wrote: "Love listening to Drake while going sleep. Off to sleep for a bit then up for the United game tonight #RedDevils!!"

A City fan found it and replied: "Delete."

And to his amazement, within half an hour Grealish, or at least a member of his media team, did.

The 25-year-old is widely tipped to sign for City in the coming days, after the Premier League champions had an extraordinary bid of £100million accepted.

If completed, Grealish would overtake £89m star Paul Pogba as the most expensive Premier League signing ever.

CRYSTAL CLEAR

What a strike this was by Nemanja Matic!

Here's your goal of the day, Man United fans.

VARDINAND

Patrice Evra believes Raphael Varane is a 'top, top signing' for Manchester United.

And he also reckons the central defender is like his old Red Devils team-mate Rio Ferdinand.

Evra, 40, played alongside Varane for France between 2013 and 2016 and the new £34m Man United signing left an extremely positive impression.

Speaking to The Athletic, Evra said: "Varane reminds me of Rio Ferdinand.

"Great with the ball, great in the air. He's the complete centre-back.

"I remember his first game with the French national team and I was so impressed.

"He was so young yet so good with the ball, so fast and his anticipation was perfect.

"He's calm with the ball and he can score too.

"It's a top, top signing for Manchester United."

GREAL UPDATE

Aston Villa are expected to accept Manchester City’s £100million bid for Jack Grealish, who was linked with Manchester United in the past.

According to Sky Sports, Villa have yet to formally respond to City’s offer, which was made on Friday, but are set to give the green light soon.

It means Grealish may become the biggest transfer in English football history after Paul Pogba’s £89m move to Manchester United back in 2016.

Villa did hand the talented forward a new and improved contract this summer, despite him only signing a five-year deal last September

RAPH RIDE

Incoming Manchester United arrival Raphael Varane hopes to travel to Manchester this weekend to complete his move.

According to Manchester Evening News, Varane could fly to Manchester today but he first needs to obtain a visa before he can travel to England.

The France international will have to quarantine following his arrival and will then undergo a medical to complete his £43million move.

The star defender bade farewell to Real Madrid team-mates and staff on Friday

BO WAY

There have been rumours suggesting that Bayern Munich legend Jerome Boateng could join Manchester United.

However, there is no truth in that as United are not interested in Boateng.

Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the news and added that the defender won't be joining Hertha Berlin or PSV Eindhoven either.

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MATIC SECRET

Manchester United ace Nemanja Matic has revealed the reason why it is important to train hard and properly during pre-season.

Matic said: “The most important thing always is to prepare your body for the long season and to be physically ready.

"If you train very well during pre-season then you have less injuries.

" They are part of football, especially as we have so many games, but the important thing is to be physically ready and you have to use every pre-season for that”

VARANE DEBUT

Raphael Varane is set to officially join Manchester United from Real Madrid.

According to Manchester Evening News, if everything goes well then Varane could make his debut in the friendly match against Everton.

The Red Devils will meet the Toffees on August 7 at Old Trafford.

That seems to be the earliest date for the defender to introduce himself to the home crowd

MORE RETURNS

Manchester United aces Amad Diallo and Eric Bailly are set to link up with the rest of the team in pre-season.

That is because the Ivory Coast has been eliminated from the Tokyo Olympics' quarter-finals.

The Africans lost 5-2 to Spain on extra-time following a thrilling encounter

HENDERSON UPDATE

Manchester United goalkeeper Dean Henderson is hoping he can return from his hip injury soon.

Henderson was even in contention to feature in Saturday's cancelled friendly match at Preston.

The 24-year-old said before the game was called off: "Yeah [I’m] just building it up day by day and, hopefully, I’ll be right for the game, maybe at the weekend against Preston.

"We’ll just see how it goes over the next few days. I’ll keep working hard and, hopefully, I can get some minutes under my belt”

VARANE FAREWELL

Raphael Varane has confirmed he is leaving ahead of his imminent move to Manchester United with the following farewell message to Real Madrid fans.

Varane posted on his Instagram: "These last few days have been charged with many emotions, feelings that I now want to share with all of you.

"After 10 incredible and wonderful years at Real Madrid, a club that I will always carry in my heart, the day has come to say goodbye.

"Since I arrived in 2011, together we have exceeded all expectations and achieved things that I could never have dreamed of. I would like to thank all the coaches and all the people who work or have worked at the club for everything they have done for me.

"Many thanks also to all the Madridistas who always gave me a lot of affection and with their great demand they pushed me to give my best and fight for every success.

"I have had the honour of sharing a dressing room with the best players in the world. Countless victories that I will never forget, especially 'La Décima'. I realise that it has been a great privilege to have been able to experience such special moments.

"Finally, I want to thank all Spaniards and especially to the city of Madrid, where my two children were born. This country will always be special to me. It has been an incredible journey in every way. I leave with the feeling of having given everything and I will not change a single thing in this story of ours.

"A new chapter begins…"

POGBA WISH

Manchester United ace Andreas Pereira hopes Paul Pogba will make 'the best choice' for his future.

Pogba has been linked with a move away in the summer transfer window.

Pereira told TNT Sports: "I hope he makes the best choice for himself and his family.

"He deserves the best things in the world, he’s an amazing guy”

POGBA BOOST

Recent reports have suggested that Paul Pogba rejected a new deal from Manchester United.

But Sky Sports claim that Pogba can see a long-term future at United after all.

The star midfielder is reportedly excited with the direction the club is going in, following Jadon Sancho's arrival and Raphael Varane's imminent transfer.

But the France international is mindful his next contract could be the last big one of his career

MBAPPE BOOST

Real Madrid are going to pursue Paris Saint-Germain superstar Kylian Mbappe after selling Raphael Varane to Manchester United.

That is according to 90 Min, who claim Real will use the funds raised from Varane to pursue Mbappe.

However, the star defender's move to United hasn't been finalised yet.

Reports suggest that Los Blancos have agreed to let the France international go for £42million, including add-ons

HENDERS-ON INJURY

Manchester United goalkeeper Dean Henderson revealed he played on towards the end of last season with the hip injury that forced his withdrawal from England.

Henderson told United's official website: “Obviously I was devastated at the time, when I had to pull out of the squad.

"But I had an injury ongoing from the Burnley game last season [in April] and I was really struggling.

“I had a really bad left hip and I needed it to be addressed and I took a scan when I was away with England. I tried to keep it quiet because obviously I wanted to be involved and not miss any games towards the end of last season, I just wanted to keep the momentum going.

“For me, it was something I needed to get sorted so having a break and getting my head right and then coming back in early and getting everything sorted so I’m ready for the season is something I’m looking forward to"

MORE FROM TRIPPIER

Atletico Madrid won't be doing Manchester United any favours regarding Kieran Trippier's asking price.

That is according to Sport, who claim Atletico are not keen on letting Trippier go. 

But the England international's ‘enthusiasm’ to return to the Premier League could ‘tip the balance’ and convince the La Liga champions to sell him.

Nevertheless, if the full-back does indeed move he won't be joining the Red Devils until the closing stages of the summer transfer window

POCHETTINO REACTS

Paris Saint-Germain have been linked with a bid for Manchester United star Paul Pogba.

However, PSG manager Mauricio Pochettino remained coy when quizzed about Pogba.

Pochettino told Le Parisien: "I won’t give any names, I don’t like to speak about players who belong to other clubs.

"The club is working away quietly, achieving some good things.

At the end of the window, we’ll see who the new players are – if there are any – and which players leave the squad"

TRIPPIER REMINDER

Manchester United still have a chance to sign Atletico Madrid star Kieran Trippier, who is keen to return to the Premier League.

But the Manchester Evening News claim a deal may not be completed before the end of the transfer window.

United are willing to let Brandon Williams leave on loan and Diogo Dalot go permanently, opening up a spot for the England international.

However, there are concerns Atletico may yet price him out of a move.

The Spanish champions are £1billion in debt though, meaning they may well look to sell for a price the Manchester giants are willing to pay

GRIEZMANN-LINDELOFF RECAP

Manchester United have been offered Barcelona star Antoine Griezmann in a stunning exchange for Victor Lindelof.

That is according to Gol Digital, who report that Barca have turned to United after a recent swap deal with Atletico Madrid fell through.

The Blaugrana wanted to send Griezmann back to Atletico and sign star midfielder Saul Niguez in exchange but negotiations collapsed.

The Catalan giants are now reportedly talking with the Red Devils as they know Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side is looking for a striker despite Edinson Cavani's new deal.

Barcelona are willing to sell Griezmann to United in exchange for Lindelof, who has fallen down the pecking order amid Raphael Varane's imminent arrival, as manager Ronald Koeman needs a defender