Paul Pogba got as far as agreeing personal terms with Manchester City in negotiations over a transfer, but pulled the plug because the 29-year-old midfielder was concerned about a backlash from United fans, according to The Times.
Meanwhile, The Sun reports that United are on the verge of securing Ajax defender Jurrien Timber. The 20-year-old defender has been linked with a transfer which would see him follow Erik ten Hag to Old Trafford and the paper writes that his agent has dropped a hint.
On outgoings at the club, United’s Dean Henderson is close to moving to Newcastle, according to the Manchester Evening News. The 25-year-old goalkeeper could move on a season-long loan or a permanent transfer.
United’s Dean Henderson is close to moving to Newcastle, according to the Manchester Evening News (Martin Rickett/PA)
And Newcastle will begin discussions with coach Eddie Howe over a new contract, according to the Daily Mail which writes that the deal is a reward for steering the club away from relegation.
Social media round-up
Kante casts doubt over Chelsea future with just year left on contracthttps://t.co/0BXZ401zZ6— The Sun Football ⚽ (@TheSunFootball) May 19, 2022
"Impossible" Arsenal transfer claim gives telling insight to Mikel Arteta's summer planhttps://t.co/QABnPaxlfY— Mirror Football (@MirrorFootball) May 20, 2022
Players to watch
Clement Lenglet: Spanish publication Sport writes that Tottenham are interested in a loan for the 26-year-old Barcelona defender.
Kylian Mbappe: French publication L’Equipe writes that the 23-year-old Paris St-Germain striker will announce his intentions about his future on Sunday.
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