Manchester United mascot Fred the Red hit with drink after taunting Leeds fans
Manchester United’s mascot was spotted in an altercation with Leeds fans as the two sides faced off in Australia.
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Football rumours from the media
What the papers say Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane is reportedly looking to sell five players in order to raise the £200million needed to secure the signature of Manchester United’s Paul Pogba. The Sun reports on claims in Spanish newspaper Marca and says the side are looking to sell Gareth Bale and James Rodriguez. Dani Ceballos, Marco Asensio and Isco are also said to be on the market, putting several Premier League clubs on high alert.
Solskjaer will nurture Mason Greenwood’s ‘frightening’ ability, says Rashford
Marcus Rashford believes “frightening” talent Mason Greenwood will only benefit from the faith Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Manchester United show in young players.
Rashford on target as Manchester United ease to pre-season win over Leeds
Mason Greenwood and Marcus Rashford put Manchester United on course for a comprehensive pre-season win against Leeds in Australia.
Rodgers relaxed about Maguire after defender features in pre-season match
Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers praised the professionalism of Harry Maguire and admitted he was “relaxed” about the reported interest of Manchester United in the central defender.
Patrick Bamford wants to change after ban for deceiving match officials
Leeds forward Patrick Bamford regrets being banned for deceiving match officials during a Sky Bet Championship game last season and intends to work hard to change the perception of him since the incident.
Ravel Morrison returns to Premier League with one-year deal at Sheffield United
Sheffield United have signed forward Ravel Morrison on a one-year contract.
Football rumours from the media
What the papers say Leicester have promised Harry Maguire that he can leave if Manchester United or Manchester City fork out a world-record fee for a defender, the Daily Telegraph reports. The Foxes want between £80million and £90millon for the England centre-back, which would be higher than the £75million Liverpool paid Southampton for Virgil Van Dijk in January last year, the paper adds.
Solskjaer tells centre-backs to step up as club hope to bring in new signing
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has told Manchester United’s centre-backs they need to step up or face being shipped out as the club look to bolster an already bloated area.
Football rumours from the media
What the papers say The Sun, in what it bills as an exclusive, says Manchester United have agreed a world-record £80million fee to sign Harry Maguire from Leicester. The defender is set to have a medical on Monday, the paper reports.