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Man Utd open talks for Kone amid Martinez injury concern

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Manchester United are in formal talks with Roma for Manu Kone, with a fee around €60m and United said to lead the race, while Lisandro Martinez suffered a right thigh issue and went off on 44 minutes in Argentina’s World Cup final defeat to Spain

Juventus have contacted Joshua Zirkzee's camp after stalling over Randal Kolo Muani. United value the striker at €35m-€40m and may now consider 'creative' exit terms.

United have made initial contact for Paraguay goalkeeper Orlando Gill. San Lorenzo want around €10m, with a €20m release clause. A formal bid is yet to be made.

United have opened formal talks with Roma for France midfielder Manu Kone after his standout World Cup. The fee is now around €60m, with Arsenal and Liverpool linked but United said to lead the race.

United have made an initial approach for Ismaila Sarr. The Palace winger, who has spoken of his dream of joining United, said: 'I have a three-year contract... it's up to them to decide.'

Sir Alex Ferguson paid tribute to Kevin Keegan after his death at 75, praising Newcastle's 'greatest team' and recalling their fierce 1996 title rivalry.

After a 1-0 loss to Wrexham, Andrey Santos and Ayden Heaven impressed, while Jacob Devaney stood out. Midfield remains light despite Santos and Tielemans, and Joshua Zirkzee's struggles persist.

United are monitoring Newcastle's Lewis Hall and Fulham's Antonee Robinson to bolster Michael Carrick's left-back options, according to a newspaper round-up.

United target Alex Scott has rejected a new Bournemouth deal. The Cherries have already knocked back enquiries and expect the midfielder to stay next season.

Data analysis ranks United among the Premier League clubs most likely to be impacted by the World Cup.

United have 'made a move' for Bologna defender Jhon Lucumi. CEO Claudio Fenucci said the club would sell the 28-year-old for a 'suitable offer'.

Wayne Rooney says he would join Michael Carrick's Man United staff if asked, though he has thrived as a BBC pundit and is not seeking a managerial role now.

Karl Darlow has joined United from Leeds on a free after turning down a new deal. Ethan Ampadu said: 'Karl's decision is Karl's decision' and wished him well.

A retrospective on United's near-misses says Ronaldinho, John Obi Mikel, Toni Kroos, Paulo Dybala and Alan Shearer all slipped away, as Carrick builds his current squad.

United, needing midfield depth after Casemiro's exit and Ugarte's injury, are in pole position for Roma's Manu Kone and have held talks. The club are also linked with Crystal Palace winger Ismaila Sarr.

Galatasaray want Bruno Fernandes, and United are said to want €70-75m. The report claims the midfielder is open to the move, though he remains key to Carrick's plans.

Lisandro Martinez suffered a right thigh issue and went off in the 44th minute in Argentina’s World Cup final defeat to Spain. He will take a three-week break before rejoining United’s pre-season.

Manchester United have teased their 26-27 Adidas away kit for release on 22 July 2026.

United plan to reintegrate Marcus Rashford after his Barcelona loan, easing their need for a winger. A move remains possible if elite clubs like Barcelona, Real Madrid, Bayern Munich or PSG make serious offers.

United are reportedly preparing a £51m approach for PSG's Warren Zaire-Emery, though the French club value him nearer £68m and are unlikely to welcome a sale.

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