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

McTominay motivated for trophies

Scott McTominay thinks his team can bounce back from last season under new boss Erik ten Hag.

McTominay, 25, said: “It's obviously difficult to speak about that last year.

“Obviously it touched a nerve in terms of when we speak about it again as a group.

“It's not nice and that's got to be the motivation now to put everything back to normal and obviously go for trophies again under the new boss because I know that this squad is more than capable of doing that."

McTominay to prove doubters wrong

Scott McTominay is ready to shake off the jibes and show that he can be the midfielder that helps Manchester United back to the top.

McTominay bore a lot of the criticism during Manchester United’s worst Premier League campaign last season.

Legendary skipper Roy Keane even said this about him and Fred being in the Red Devils midfield: “As long as those two are playing in midfield for Manchester United, they will not be winning big trophies."

McTominay aims to prove otherwise but accepts that when you are at Old Trafford the spotlight is intense.

He said: “You’re playing for Man United, you’re going to get criticised.

“If you think you’re going to come and play for Man United and you’re not going to get a little bit criticism here and there, then you're in the wrong job because that's just not how it works at this football club."

Gnabry blow to Man Utd

Arsenal and Manchester United target Serge Gnabry is set to sign a new four-year deal with Bayern Munich, according to reports.

Gnabry, 27, has been heavily linked with a move away from Germany this summer.

According to reports, Gnabry is expected to sign a new four-year deal in the next few days.

Barcelona squad list includes De Jong

Barcelona have released their USA pre-season tour squad list.

It includes Man Utd target Frenkie de Jong.

And brand new £55million signing Raphinha.

ICYMI - Martinez flies in for medical

Lisandro Martinez has boarded a private jet heading for England with the defender set for a medical at Manchester United.

The Ajax centre-back will link up with his former boss Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford after snubbing a move to Arsenal.

Argentine Martinez will become Ten Hag’s third signing of the summer after United finally agreed a £42million fee with the Dutch champions.

Martinez posted a picture on board a private jet heading for Manchester alongside his agent Christian Bragarnik after being spotted by fans at Amsterdam’s Schiphol airport.

More on De Jong and Depay's boat trip

De Jong, 24, has been the focus of United's transfer activity and despite a £71.5million fee being agreed he appears to be no closer to a move.

But amid rows over pay and doubts about De Jong joining Barca's pre-season tour, the midfielder relaxed on a boat alongside Depay, who left United in 2017 after scoring just seven goals in 53 games.

The pair posed for a photo together before being filmed diving into the sea near Barcelona - with Depay pulling off an acrobatic backflip.

De Jong also went paddleboarding with his fiancee Mikky Kiemeney, having proposed to the 24-year-old earlier this month.

De Jong appears relaxed about his uncertain future and is certainly making the most of what the city of Barcelona has to offer in case he does leave.

Savage remarks from Scholesy

Paul Scholes has trolled Robbie Savage on social media after son Charlie played well for United against Melbourne Victory.

The midfielder, 19, enjoyed a lengthy run-out for the Red Devils.

Scholes posted on his Instagram stories that Savage Jr "clearly gets his passing from his mother!!"

De Jong chills with Depay

United target Frenkie de Jong took time to unwind from his transfer saga by taking a boat trip with Old Trafford flop Memphis Depay.

Both players are tipped to leave Barcelona this summer with the club looking to balance the books in order to register new signings.

New away shirt looking fresh

If Erik Ten Hag's team are anywhere near as good as the new kits, they will win something this year.

Clean and good looking shirt but most importantly, iconic colouring for the Man Utd away.

Man Utd stars release new away shirt

Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes, Jadon Sancho and Scott McTominay attended the promotional event in Melbourne.

Luke Shaw and Marcus Rashford were also there.

ICYMI - Eriksen is a Red

Manchester United have signed Christian Eriksen on a three-year deal.

The club announced the signing of the free agent while in Melbourne on a pre-season tour.

The Denmark international, 30, has decided to move to Old Trafford after snubbing a stay at Brentford.

United receive De Jong blow

Man United chief Joan Laporta has revealed that Frenkie de Jong WILL travel to the United States for pre-season despite ongoing transfer talks with Manchester United.

De Jong, 25, has been heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford this summer.

United have reportedly had a £71.5million bid accepted by the La Liga giants for the Dutchman, but he is eager to stay at Camp Nou.

And while all parties involved are still unclear about his future, Laporta has confirmed that he will continue his club duties by travelling with the rest of the squad to the US.

On Friday, he said: “It’s not true that we are forced to sell Frenkie de Jong, this is not correct.

“Frenkie’s trip to the US will be decided by Xavi. I understand that Frenkie will be on the US tour.”

Man Utd wonderkid Zidane Iqbal

Zidane Iqbal is the new name on Manchester United fans' lips.

The talented attacking midfielder, 19, was superb against Liverpool in a preseason friendly in Thailand this week.

And showed flashes of his talent in the win against Melbourne yesterday.

It followed his first-team debut last year, in the 1-1 draw against Young Boys in the Champions League.

With a name like 'Zidane', the Iraqi Under-23s international always had massive boots to fill.

Manchester-born Iqbal joined United in 2012 - at the age of just nine - and is well on his way to becoming a superstar.

Defensive stats for Martinez

With Lisandro Martinez all but confirmed as part of Erik ten Hag's squad - the stats suggest he could be the answer to Manchester United's defensive woes.

With two great pre-season results so far - 4-0 vs Liverpool and 4-1 vs Melbourne - there are still questions marks over their defence following a shocking 2021-22 season.

The Argentinian ace, 24, is a ball-playing rock and exactly what the Dutch chief needs.

And the stats suggest the defender, who worked under Ten Hag in Holland, is the perfect fit the new-look squad.

More on Martinez

Lisandro Martinez is set for a medical at Manchester United.

He could join United's pre-season tour of Australia over the weekend after completing his medical checks. 

The 24-year-old is a ball-playing centre-back and exactly what Ten Hag needs, with stats showing he could be the answer to United's defensive woes.

Martinez may not be the final former Ajax star to head to Old Trafford this summer with Ten Hag desperate to land Frenkie de Jong too.

Martinez flies in for medical

Lisandro Martinez has boarded a private jet heading for England with the defender set for a medical at Manchester United.

The Ajax centre-back will link up with his former boss Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford after snubbing a move to Arsenal.

Argentine Martinez will become Ten Hag's third signing of the summer after United finally agreed a £42million fee with the Dutch champions.

Martinez posted a picture on board a private jet heading for Manchester alongside his agent Christian Bragarnik after being spotted by fans at Amsterdam's Schiphol airport.

Morning Man Utd fans

Manchester United have approached Lens over an £8million swoop for Jonathan Clauss but face competition from Chelsea, according to reports.

The Blues have been long-term admirers of the Lens right-back and scouted him throughout the 2021-22 season.

However, United have already approached Ligue 1 side Lens over an £8m swoop, according to the Evening Standard.

Elsewhere, Manchester United have signed Christian Eriksen on a three-year deal.

The club announced the signing of the free agent while in Melbourne on a pre-season tour.

The Denmark international, 30, has decided to move to Old Trafford after snubbing a stay at Brentford.

Meanwhile, Lisandro Martinez has boarded a private jet heading for England with the defender set for a medical at Manchester United.

The Ajax centre-back will link up with his former boss Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford.

Argentine Martinez will join United in a £42million transfer and looks set to become Ten Hag’s third signing of the summer.

Finally, Man United chief Joan Laporta has revealed that Frenkie de Jong WILL travel to the United States for pre-season despite ongoing transfer talks with Manchester United.

And while all parties involved are still unclear about his future, Laporta has confirmed that he will continue his club duties by travelling with the rest of the squad to the US.

On Friday, he said: “It’s not true that we are forced to sell Frenkie de Jong, this is not correct.

“Frenkie’s trip to the US will be decided by Xavi. I understand that Frenkie will be on the US tour.”

Rashford reveals Liverpool hate

Marcus Rashford has revealed his disdain for Liverpool and Man City.

He said on Lebron James' The Shop: ""Yeah, Liverpool. I don't like Liverpool. City. Liverpool have history, so it's a bit more bitter.

"But with City, it's like you don't like them, but you don't have a massive reason not to like them. You just grow up, and it's two Manchester sides. One wears light blue; one wears red."

Inter still keen on Dybala

Man United may have cooled their interest in Paulo Dybala, but the same can't be said of Inter Milan.

The Serie A side are still reportedly keen on snagging the ex-Juventus forward, despite bringing in Romelu Lukaku, according to TMW.

They claim Inter will swoop for the striker in the next few days, although Roma are said to be in pole position to land him, closely followed by Napoli.

However, Inter will have to move fast to land Dybala who's growing increasingly frustrated about his future, it was added.

Rashford on racial abuse

Marcus Rashford has given his verdict on the racial abuse he faced after missing a penalty in the Euro 2020 final.

The United striker said when asked if white players would've been treated the same on Lebron James' The Shop: "Honestly no, that's just the way I feel.

"I don't think it would have been the same. But at the same time, I don't think people would have noticed.

"I feel they just reacted to how they felt, whether it was because it was three black guys or three white guys."

United receive De Jong blow

Man United chief Joan Laporta has revealed that Frenkie de Jong WILL travel to the United States for pre-season despite ongoing transfer talks with Manchester United.

De Jong, 25, has been heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford this summer.

United have reportedly had a £71.5million bid accepted by the La Liga giants for the Dutchman, but he is eager to stay at Camp Nou.

And while all parties involved are still unclear about his future, Laporta has confirmed that he will continue his club duties by travelling with the rest of the squad to the US.

On Friday, he said: "It’s not true that we are forced to sell Frenkie de Jong, this is not correct.

"Frenkie’s trip to the US will be decided by Xavi. I understand that Frenkie will be on the US tour."

Ronaldo makes Buffon's top list

Italy legend Gianluigi Buffon has placed Cristiano Ronaldo on the list of best players he's gone up against in his career.

The 44-year-old's come up against the best of the best during his illustrious career.

And the Parma stopper admitted that Ronaldo is one of the few non-Italian players who have given him a headache on the pitch.

Bickering PSG duo Mbappe and Neymar were also added to the elite collective by Buffon.

He said to Cult of Calcio after declaring the names of native counterparts: "As for foreigners, I’d say Thuram, Neymar, Mbappé, CR7, and Ibra.”

Nani gets classy gift

Man United legend Nani has revealed his joy after being presented with a touching tribute by the club on their pre-season tour.

Nani signed for United's opponents Melbourne Victory just three days prior.

And before the match proceeded, the Portuguese legend was handed a 2022/23 United shirt with the No17 on it, which is the same digits he donned during his Old Trafford career.

Nani was overwhelmed by the gesture and beamed to the backdrop of raucous applause: "That was fantastic. What a great feeling. It's amazing when you can feel the warmth from the fans and it's nice when you come on a field and see some old teammates.

"All the good memories at Man United came into my head, makes me feel like I'm missing old times, but you need to look forward.

"I just want to wish all the success for the new coach, the new team, and I hope the club can get back on the position where they belong and start winning the trophies we are missing so much."

Ten Hag gives goal explanantion

Man United "folded like a deck of cards" when they conceded a goal in their 4-1 win over Melbourne Victory.

The Red Devils followed up their 4-0 drubbing of Liverpool by scoring another quartet against the Australian outfit during pre-season.

But their hopes of a clean sheet were wiped when Melbourne bagged a goal.

And the entire United team were blasted by Ten Hag for the momentary lapse of concentration.

Ten Hag said: "I don't want to talk about individuals because I think it was from the start high up the pitch, the wrong choices.

"And then it ended up like a pack of cards. It ended up with a goal against, but it was not one individual, it was more the team who make mistakes."

United's urge for Serge crushed

Manchester United target Serge Gnabry is set to sign a new four-year deal with Bayern Munich, according to reports.

Gnabry, 27, has been heavily linked with a move away from Germany this summer.

He recently turned down a contract offer from the Bundesliga champions worth around £200,000-a-week.

As a result, he has just one year remaining on his current deal.

However, following negotiations with club chiefs, the winger has now had a change of heart.

According to transfer guru , Gnabry is expected to sign a new four-year deal in the next few days.