Man Utd transfer news LIVE: Manuel Akanji BOOST, Antony twist as rivals join race, De Jong fuming, Ronaldo gives update

Eriksen transfer is a 'miracle'

Christian Eriksen's move to Man United after his health struggles has been branded a miracle.

The declaration was made by ex-United stopper Anders Lindegaard who told the BBC: "It’s a fairytale story.

"No-one would have seen that in a crystal ball and I’m just so happy for Christian that he’s been able to make it back in such a great way. I’m very impressed, but not particularly surprised.’

"Christian has got a special kind of mentality; a mentality that will suit United very much. He’s not in football for the fame, the money, the luxury lifestyle or showing off.

"Christian is in football for the love of the game — in a way that I don’t know anyone else is."

Man United given Dutch warning

Man United's growing Dutch contingent have been warned that they could be made scapegoats if Man United fail to perform next season.

United have brought in Dutch youngster Tyrell Malacia, and are aggressively chasing his compatriots Frenkie de Jong, and Jurrien Timber.

However, Netherlands legend Ronald de Boer reckons the move could backfire if the Red Devils suffer a form slump.

He said, via Sports Witness: "The common football language is an advantage. And as a player you have an advantage if the trainer knows you. Especially in England, where they can throw money and new trainers have yet to discover you

“Despite that, I think that trainers should be careful with it. It can get tricky, because a lot of guys of the same nationality meet up in the dressing room.

"Then you will form groups faster. And if the results diminish, the Dutch are immediately pointed to as the ones who are to blame for the decline."

De Jong wages revealed

Frenkie de Jong is closing in on a move to Manchester United and his staggering wages have been reported.

Barcelona, who are in financial trouble, may need to offload him as he has earned £94million during his time at the club, according to .

That works out at an incredible £450k-a-week, when De Jong meets all his bonuses.

If they matched his Barcelona wages it would take the cost of signing De Jong to £150million if he signed a four-year contract.

The 25-year-old midfielder is not the only player Man Utd are expected to bring in this summer on a large salary.

Tottenham fan burns Eriksen shirt

Tottenham supporter has been labelled an “embarrassment” after a fan posted a video of him burning his old Christian Eriksen shirt.

The Denmark international, 30, is set to sign a three year deal at Premier League rivals Manchester United after leaving Brentford on a free transfer.

However, one fan of his old club Spurs is so upset to see Eriksen joining their rivals he has burned one of his club’s old shirts that had the name of the star on the back of it.

Sharing a clip of him setting the jersey alight, he captioned it with: “A man of my word.”

The footage soon went viral - but his fellow Tottenham supporters were not impressed.

Friendly clash time rescheduled

Man United's friendly against Atletico Madrid at the end of the month has been re-timed.

The friendly game was set to take place at 1pm BST, but it has now been pushed back fifteen minutes to 12.45 BST.

But the date for the clash, Saturday July 30, will remain the same.

Ronaldo 'expressed transfer concern'

Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly voiced concerns to Man United's hierarchy before handing in a transfer request.

The 37-year-old's been linked with Bayern Munich, Barcelona, and Chelsea.

But prior to wanting to leave the club, Ronaldo questioned United's transfer policy this summer, according to The Athletic.

Eriksen's 'sky high' contract demands

Christian Eriksen reportedly informed clubs interested in signing him this summer that he wanted a whopping £200k-a-week contract.

The Danish international has verbally agreed a deal to join Manchester United after snubbing the chance to stay at Brentford long-term.

Eriksen, 30, became a free agent this summer after the short-term contract he penned with the Bees in January expired.

And he was demanding a staggering £200k-a-week contract and a £10MILLION signing-on fee from his next club, sources have told the .

Now though the Danish playmaker has agreed a deal in principle to sign for United.

But the Telegraph go on to claim it's currently unclear whether the Red Devils met his sky-high demands.

Dybala 'seeks Premier League switch'

Paulo Dybala is reportedly considering a move to the Premier League this summer.

The 28-year-old officially left Juventus when his contract expired at the end of last month, so he is now a free agent.

Inter Milan have been heavily linked with a swoop for the Argentina international, who met with the club's vice-president Javier Zanetti last month.

However, according to Sky Sport Italia, the Black and Blues have put Dybala on stand-by following the return of Romelu Lukaku.

Arsenal have reportedly been in contact with the Argentine's agent in a bid to lure him to North London.

Meanwhile, Manchester United are eager to bring Dybala to Old Trafford.

Why Barca want De Jong gone

Barcelona are keen to offload Frenkie de Jong to avoid paying him an exorbitant wage fee over the next four years.

The Dutch midfielder is in line to receive £75m across the remainder of his contract, according to AS.

He was awarded the hefty figure which works out to £12m annually in 2019.

But things have changed since then, and Barca no longer want to dish out the exorbitant sum amid economic turmoil at the club, the report adds.

However, De Jong's giving Barca a headache as he's not willing to leave the club despite interest from Man United, reports claim.

Ronaldo given 'indefinite leave'

Cristiano Ronaldo has “effectively been given indefinite leave” by Manchester United after his transfer bombshell.

Ronaldo, 37, wasn't part of the returning crop of players for pre-season training on Monday as he was given extra time off due to family reasons.

United are insisting that his absence is genuinely due to personal issues and that he is not for sale.

However,  states that it is “unclear” when he will return and that there is doubt over whether he will fly to Asia and Australia on Friday with the rest of the squad for the club’s pre-season tour.

And they also add that it all “effectively amounts to a case of indefinite leave” for the United star.

Martinez makes quit demand

Lisandro Martinez has allegedly told Ajax that he wants to quit the club and move to the Premier League.

The centre-back, 24, is wanted by both Manchester United and Arsenal to bolster their backlines.

The two clubs have both been haggling with Ajax over his transfer fee.

But it is the Red Devils that appear to be leading the chase after offering just shy of £40million for the Argentinian international.

Now both they and Arsenal have received a major boost after reports emerged that Martinez has told his employers he wants to depart for England.

Ronaldo tipped to replace Lewandowski

Manchester United star Cristiano Ronaldo has been tipped to replace Robert Lewandowski in a "sexy" transfer to Bayern Munich.

Bayern legend Lothar Matthaus says despite Ronaldo being 37, he is an "outstanding goalscorer", who would also bring commercial value.

Lewandowski has communicated his desire to leave Bayern this summer in search of a new challenge, with the 2021 Ballon d'Or runner-up favouring a move to Barcelona.

Matthaus believes United ace Ronaldo could help solve Lewandowski's situation by replacing him at the German giants.

Rashord's ready for new season

Marcus Rashford has delivered a statement of intent ahead of the new season.

The striker admitted last season was difficult for Man United, but vowed they'll be back challenging for trophies again this time round.

He declared to the club: “We’ve put it behind us and now we just need to put all our energy into next season and try to win trophies.

“[That is] what we are here to do as players.”

United given Ronaldo advice

Gary Neville has urged Man United to deal with the Cristiano Ronaldo transfer saga swiftly so it doesn't affect Erik ten Hag's pre-season preparations.

Neville tweeted amid Ronaldo exit speculation: "The only important factor with the Ronaldo situation is that it’s dealt with decisively and quickly.

"This can’t be a saga that takes the focus away from ETH bedding in period for the next two months."

Malacia on Ten Hag

Malacia also revealed that he wants to work with Man United boss Erik ten Hag for years to come.

He added: “Mr Ten Hag is a very good trainer and also a warm person, so I had a good conversation with him and I have a very good feeling with him.

“That’s important, if all goes well we’ll work together for years. I’m looking forward to that, because I think I can learn a lot from him, he makes players who want to work hard better.”

Malacia speaks on United transfer

Incoming Man United starlet Tyrell Malacia has opened up on his move to the club.

He said in an interview with De Telegraaf: "In the youth of Feyenoord, we played a youth tournament at Manchester United and I said: I will come back here one day. That has now come true and that is of course wonderful!”

“I always followed them [Man Utd] because Robin van Persie played there as a Feyenoord player. That’s why I got an extra feeling with that.”

Dybala and Ronaldo link-up

However, United would be better of keeping hold of Ronaldo and adding Dybala to their attack, Ambrose reckons.

He added: "But the best thing that can happen to Manchester United with Ronaldo is to put a partner next to him that works hard, and Dybala will do the press, he will do the squeeze, he's a fantastic player. Keep them both.

"Sign Dybala and keep Ronaldo, play them together, see how that works out. He wouldn't be a replacement if Ronaldo left but yeah I expect Manchester United to go for players like Ronaldo."

Good morning Man Utd fans

Christian Eriksen has agreed to join Manchester United on a free transfer this summer.

Eriksen is set to sign a three-year deal at Old Trafford providing he comes through his upcoming medical.

United have beaten Brentford to the attacking midfielder’s signature after he spent the last six months with the Bees.

The Denmark international is set to become the Red Devils' first transfer of the summer.

Meanwhile, United star Cristian Ronaldo has delayed his return to training due to family reasons.

Ronaldo has sensationally told the Manchester giants he wants to leave in order to play Champions League football.

The five-time Ballon d'Or winner was set to hold showdown talks with Erik ten Hag yesterday in what was scheduled to be his first day back at the club after a summer break.

But SunSport understands the forward will did not attend practice due to family reasons, and the Red Devils have accepted his explanation.

The Portugal international is due to spend a few days at United's HQ before jetting off on a 16-day tour of Thailand and Australia on Friday with the rest of the squad.

And Chelsea are still weighing up a move for Ronaldo this summer.

The Blues are believed to be at the front of the queue to sign the ex-Juventus star and are now considering an offer, according to The Athletic.

New owner Todd Boehly first made contact with the five-time Ballon d’Or winner’s agent Jorge Mendes last month but talks have carried on since.

And according to the Independent, the striker is willing to accept a sizeable wage cut to push for a move as he is desperate to continue playing Champions League football.

Finally, Tyrell Malacia has been spotted at United's training ground in Carrington.

Malacia has been photographed arriving in a car ahead of his proposed move to Old Trafford.

The left-back is set to become new manager Ten Hag's first signing for £13million from Feyenoord.

The Netherlands international will provide competition for Luke Shaw down the left flank