Here are your Manchester United morning headlines on Sunday, July 3.
What Ronaldo has said about his United future amid latest exit rumours
Cristiano Ronaldo’s future is once again dominating the headlines amid suggestions the Portuguese ace has asked to leave United.
Reports from The Times claim Ronaldo has asked to be allowed to leave Old Trafford should the club receive a satisfactory offer this summer. The 37-year-old’s decision is said to be based on his desire to play Champions League football for the remainder of his career.
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Ronaldo’s future has been a constant source of speculation since he made his return to Old Trafford last summer. United’s failure to qualify for next season’s Champions League has only served to fuel the fire that he could look to leave with a year still remaining on his contract.
United missed 'signing of the summer' to upgrade on Fred and McTominay
Erik ten Hag’s primary objective is to replenish United’s midfield this summer.
Four central players, including Paul Pogba, left upon the expiration of their contracts last month and the club are yet to officially replace them. That said, the Manchester Evening News understands that a deal for top target Frenkie de Jong has been agreed in principle with Barcelona.
This and the impending signing of Tyrell Malacia from Feyenoord has got United fans buzzing, which - to some extent - has quelled their anguish regarding a lack of summer transfers. However, this could have all been avoided.
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