CRISTIANO RONALDO is reportedly concerned by Man Utd's transfer window so far.
The five-time Ballon d'Or winner is said to be worried that the Red Devils will fall further behind the likes of Liverpool and Man City, who have signed Darwin Nunez and Erling Haaland respectively.
The report from Spain adds that Ronaldo, 37, would like what could be his last season at the highest level to be a trophy-winning campaign.
Meanwhile, Man Utd could perform a SECOND swoop for an Ajax star this week with Antony and Edson Alvarez moves being touted.
Antony remains the higher-priority transfer but Mexico star Alvarez is also on United's radar – along with Chelsea's and Barcelona's.
SunSport revealed earlier this week that United are close to landing a £40million deal for the Amsterdam-club's winger Antony.
Meanwhile, traffic police in Majorca have launched an investigation after Cristiano Ronaldo's £1.7m Bugatti Veyron crashed into a wall on the island.
It did not seem to matter a jot to the world's most-famous athlete though, as he danced for his niece's TikTok.
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Frenkie de Jong latest
Manchester United and Barcelona have been in "direct contact" today over Frenkie de Jong.
However, Barca are refusing to budge on their £74million valuation of De Jong.
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the two clubs will continue their negotiations to see if a deal can be done.
New United manager Erik ten Hag wants to be reunited with his former Ajax star.
The midfielder left Amsterdam for the Nou Camp in a deal worth up to £75m three years ago and is under contract until 2026
- Kostas Lianos
Man Utd's Bach-up plan
Manchester United are eyeing a shock swoop for Watford goalkeeper Daniel Bachmann.
A backup to David De Gea is on United manager Erik Ten Hag's shopping list, with Dean Henderson closing in on a switch to Nottingham Forest.
And United are considering a move for Bachmann, according to GOAL.
The 27-year-old played 13 times for the Hornets last season, and largely played second fiddle to Ben Foster between the sticks at Vicarage Road.
It's claimed a deal worth £4million would be enough to seal a swoop for the Austria international
- Kostas Lianos
Ronaldo's TikTok dance
Manchester United superstar Cristiano Ronaldo showed off his loose hips as he danced topless alongside niece Alicia Aveiro while holidaying in Majorca.
Ronaldo's TikTok dance cameo comes after his £1.7million Bugatti was crashed into a wall by one of his bodyguards.
The star forward is getting ready for another season with United after new manager Erik ten Hag confirmed he is part of his plans.
The Portugal international was the Red Devils' saving grace after their worst ever season last term
Cristiano Ronaldo seen for first time since £1.7m Bugatti crash as Man Utd star dances topless with family in Majorca
- Kostas Lianos
Christian Eriksen 'undecided'
Manchester United transfer target Christian Eriksen is still undecided on his future.
That’s according to Brentford boss Thomas Frank who hopes to retain Eriksen's services next season after his loan spell.
Frank told AS: “I know we still have a chance and I hope he will make a decision in two weeks.
“The agreement is that he will call me and tell me what he wants to do. He hasn’t decided yet”
- Kostas Lianos
Ajax to discuss Alvarez move
Ajax could now be willing to 'negotiate' a price for Manchester United transfer target Edson Alvarez .
New United manager Erik ten Hag fancies reuniting with Alvarez after leaving the Dutch champions.
According to De Telegraaf journalist Mike Verweij, Ten Hag's old club are prepared to discuss a possible fee for selling the 24-year-old midfielder.
In contrast, it's claimed Ajax are unwilling to sell three other reported United targets Antony, Jurrien Timber and Lisandro Martinez – except for major offers
- Kostas Lianos
Man Utd close to Antony
Manchester United are closing in on their first major signing of the summer with Antony on his way from Ajax in a £40million move.
According to SunSport's Neil Custis, United officials are due in Amsterdam today to get a deal for the Brazil international over the line.
New Red Devils boss Erik ten Hag wants his former player to start his rebuild at Old Trafford to make United competitive again at the top end of the Premier League.
The winger had an outstanding last season with 12 goals and creating 10 assists in 33 games in all competitions for the Dutch champions.
The 22-year-old is also full of admiration for his former manager Ten Hag who himself made the move from Ajax to United to ignite a revival of the fallen giant
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United could bid £60million for Porto striker Evanilson – as Erik ten Hag eyes FIVE of his old Ajax players.
Evanilson's agent Marcio Barros says only Brighton have so far made a formal offer for the Brazilian.
But the 22-year-old is reportedly now one of Old Trafford chief Ten Hag's prime targets up front.
Ajax could now be willing to ‘negotiate’ a price for Mexico midfield anchorman Edson Alvarez.
United are also interested in recruiting Brazil winger Antony, Holland defender Jurrien Timber and Argentina centre-back Lisandro Martinez from the Dutch giants.
But it's claimed Ajax will only sell any of the trio if an exceptional bid comes in.
Most of the talk in the past 24 hours surrounds Anthony – with a £40million fee suggested.
The fifth former Ajax star on United's list remains Frenkie de Jong.
But the £50m-rated Holland midfielder still seems intent on staying at Barcelona.
Brentford playmaker is 'undecided' on his future – as the Red Devils and old club Tottenham hover.
Finally, United are struggling to offload frontman Anthony Martial and central defender Eric Bailly because of their high wages.
- Ian Tuckey
Utd have 'direct' contact' with Barca over De Jong
Manchester United have reportedly had 'direct contact' with Barcelona over main target Frenkie de Jong.
But the Spanish giants are said to be holding firm on their £74million valuation ofthe Holland midfielder.
New Old Trafford chief Erik ten Hag is also thought to want another four of his old Ajax players.
But those stars are all still with the Dutch champions.
- Ian Tuckey
Hard to Baill out
United are actively trying to offload centre-back Eric Bailly.
But they got a lukewarm response when they offered him to Newcastle.
Having signed a new contract in April 2021 he still has two years left of his current contract.
As with Martial, United are ready to take a hit on the 28-year-old with an asking price of just £8.5million for a player who costs them £30million from Villarreal in 2016.
- Ian Tuckey
Martial flaw
EXCLUSIVE: Manchester United are having a nightmare trying to find a buyer for Anthony Martial due to his sky-high wages, writes NEIL CUSTIS.
United are ready to accept a big hit on the £38.5million they paid for him with offers of around £20million ready to be heard.
But the Frenchman’s £240,000-a-week wages are proving a massive stumbling block to any move with no club prepared to match that.
Martial still has two years left on that deal which means United may have to agree to a pay off to get him out of Old Trafford.
Sevilla in La Liga showed interest last season when they took him on a fourth month loan in the second-half of last season.
- Ian Tuckey
Palace tipped to win Sam race
Manchester United and Tottenham target Sam Johnstone has reportedly agreed to join Crystal Palace on a free transfer.
The keeper, 29, will leave West Brom when his contract expires at the end of this month.
He joined the club from United in 2018 and has since made 167 appearances across all competitions for the Baggies.
However, his desire to make a Premier League return meant he did not consider signing a new contract.
And according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, he has a deal in place to join Crystal Palace.
Johnstone, who will become Patrick Vieira’s first signing of the summer, will join Vicente Guaita and Jack Butland as an option between the sticks.
- Ian Tuckey
Utd & Spurs target Eriksen ‘undecided on future’
Manchester United and Tottenham transfer target Christian Eriksen is still undecided on his future.
That’s according to Brentford boss Thomas Frank who hopes to retain the Denmark midfielder’s services next season.
Frank told AS: “I know we still have a chance and I hope he will make a decision in two weeks.
“The agreement is that he will call me and tell me what he wants to do. He hasn’t decided yet.”
- Ian Tuckey
Anthony 'would cost £40m'
Ajax will demand £40million for Manchester United target Anthony.
That's the claim from Holland as the Brazilian reportedly tops new United chief Erik ten Hag's list of wing targets.
Ten Hag also fancies Edson Alvarez, Jurrien Timber and Lisandro Martinez from his old club.
- Ian Tuckey
‘Newcastle and Gunners head Ruiz hunt’
Arsenal and Newcastle head Manchester United and City in the hunt for Napoli midfielder Fabian Ruiz.
That’s the claim from Italy’s Corriere dello Sport, who say the Serie Agiants want £26million for the Spain star.
Napoli still hope to keep the 26-year-old but might cash in this summer as he only has one year left on his contract.
- Ian Tuckey
Inter 'reach Lukaku agreement'
Romelu Lukaku's loan back to Inter Milan moved a huge step closer with reports they've reached an agreement in principle with Chelsea.
The former Manchester United striker, 29, seems sure to return to the San Siro for 2022-23.
According to The Athletic, a deal is almost done following negotiations between the two clubs. The terms agreed will see Inter pay a £6.9million loan fee plus add-ons.
And they have also sorted out how Lukaku's £325,000-a-week wages and personal bonuses will be paid.
However, there is understood to be no option or obligation to buy him in the contract.
New Chelsea owner Todd Boehley's relationship with Michael Yormack, president of Roc Nation who represent Lukaku – played a pivotal part in the switch.
The report adds the Belgian forward is due to undergo a medical next week. And assuming all goes to plan, their former star will complete his return to Inter just a year after his £97.5m record transfer back to Stamford Bridge.
That deal saw Lukaku pen a five-year contract in West London until 2026, meaning he will still have three years left to run on the deal when the loan finishes.
- Ian Tuckey
Red Devils linked to huge bid for Porto striker
Manchester United could bid more than £60million for Porto striker Evanilson.
The Brazilian’s agent Marcio Barros insists only Brighton have so far made a formal offer for the 22-year-old.
Credit: Getty Barros spoke out after reports in Portugal that United had bid around £53m – compared to the £70m Porto are said to want.
Evanilson, capped only at Under-23 level, notched 21 goals and five assists in 45 games last season.
- Ian Tuckey
Devil of a job to sell Martial
EXCLUSIVE: Manchester United are having a nightmare trying to find a buyer for Anthony Martial due to his sky-high wages, writes NEIL CUSTIS.
United are ready to accept a big hit on the £38.5million they paid for him with offers of around £20million ready to be heard.
But the Frenchman’s £240,000-a-week wages are proving a massive stumbling block to any move with no club prepared to match that.
Martial still has two years left on that deal which means United may have to agree to a pay off to get him out of Old Trafford.
Sevilla in La Liga showed interest last season when they took him on a fourth month loan in the second-half of last season.
But the frontman flopped and he will return for pre-season training at Carrington on Monday.
United are also actively trying to find a buyer for centre-back Eric Bailly having offered him to Newcastle United – but that was met with a lukewarm response.
Having signed a new contract in April 2021 he still has two years left of his current contract.
As with Martial, United are ready to take a hit on the 28-year-old with an asking price of just £8.5million for a player who costs them £30million from Villarreal in 2016.
- Ian Tuckey
‘Red Devils could sell two top defenders'
Rio Ferdinand believes Manchester United could sell at least two defenders amid a huge clear-out this summer, writes EMILIA HAWKINS.
The Red Devils are expected to undergo a complete squad revamp following another disastrous season.
And their back line is a key area to improve.
In conceding 57 Premier League goals in 2021-22, Man Utd endured their worst defensive season since the 1978-79 campaign (63).
As a result, Ferdinand believes new boss Erik ten Hag could sell any of the club’s four main centre-backs, including Harry Maguire and Raphael Varane.
When speaking on his Vibe with Five YouTube show, the United legend said: “I’ll be interested to see what Ten Hag does in that area.
“We’re talking about the young lad, Timber, at Ajax, a small centre-half.
“I’ll be interested to see what happens with Varane, Lindelof and Maguire, Bailly as well, I think one or two of those will go.”
- Ian Tuckey
Utd & Spurs target Eriksen ‘undecided on future’
Manchester United and Tottenham transfer target Christian Eriksen is still undecided on his future.
That’s according to Brentford boss Thomas Frank who hopes to retain the Denmark midfielder's services next season.
Frank told AS: “I know we still have a chance and I hope he will make a decision in two weeks.
“The agreement is that he will call me and tell me what he wants to do. He hasn’t decided yet.”
- Ian Tuckey
‘Gunners and Newcastle head Fabian hunt’
Arsenal and Newcastle head Manchester United and City in the hunt for Napoli midfielder Fabian Ruiz.
That’s the claim from Italy’s Corriere dello Sport, who say the Serie Agiants want £26million for the Spain star.
Napoli still hope to keep the 26-year-old but might cash in this summer as he only has one year left on his contract.
- Ian Tuckey
Johnstone tipped for Eagles
Manchester United and Tottenham target Sam Johnstone has reportedly agreed to join Crystal Palace on a free transfer.
The keeper, 29, will leave West Brom when his contract expires at the end of this month.
He joined the club from United in 2018 and has since made 167 appearances across all competitions for the Baggies.
However, his desire to make a Premier League return meant he did not consider signing a new contract.
And according to transfer guru Fabrizio Romano, he has a deal in place to join Crystal Palace.
Johnstone, who will become Patrick Vieira's first signing of the summer, will join Vicente Guaita and Jack Butland as an option between the sticks.
- Ian Tuckey
Tevez lands first boss job
Ex-Manchester United striker Carlos Tevez has landed his first managerial job after being appointed at Argentine side Rosario Central.
The 38-year-old has moved quickly into becoming a head coach after only announcing his retirement from professional football earlier this month.
Sunsport recently reported how the former Argentina, West Ham and Man City star was set to take charge of Rosario.
And that has now been confirmed by the club, with Tevez beating highly-rated Pablo Sanchez to the coveted role.
He has penned a one-year contract with the Estadio Gigante de Arroyito outfit having called time on his career after leaving Boca Juniors in 2021.
Taking to Twitter, Rosario have stated that Tevez's former Argentina team-mate Carlos Retegui will be part of his backroom staff.
- Ian Tuckey
Ajax boost Utd hopes of landing Alvarez
Ajax could now be willing to 'negotiate' a price for Manchester United target Edson Alvarez .
New old Trafford chief Erik ten Hag fancies reuniting with the Mexico midfield anchorman.
And De Telegraaf journalist Mike Verweij claims his old club are prepared to discuss a possible fee for selling the 24-year-old.
In contrast, it's claimed Ajax are unwilling to sell three other reported United targets Antony, Jurrien Timber and Lisandro Martinez – except for really HUGE offers.
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'Utd could sell Maguire AND Varane'
Rio Ferdinand believes Manchester United could sell at least two defenders amid a huge clear-out this summer, writes EMILIA HAWKINS.
The Red Devils are expected to undergo a complete squad revamp following another disastrous season.
And their back line is a key area to improve.
In conceding 57 Premier League goals in 2021-22, Man Utd endured their worst defensive season since the 1978-79 campaign (63).
As a result, Ferdinand believes new boss Erik ten Hag could sell any of the club's four main centre-backs, including Harry Maguire and Raphael Varane.
When speaking on his Vibe with Five YouTube show, the United legend said: "I'll be interested to see what Ten Hag does in that area.
"We're talking about the young lad, Timber, at Ajax, a small centre-half.
"I'll be interested to see what happens with Varane, Lindelof and Maguire, Bailly as well, I think one or two of those will go."
- Ian Tuckey
Red Devils struggling to offload Martial and Bailly
EXCLUSIVE: Manchester United are having a nightmare trying to find a buyer for Anthony Martial due to his sky-high wages, writes NEIL CUSTIS.
United are ready to accept a big hit on the £38.5million they paid for him with offers of around £20million ready to be heard.
But the Frenchman’s £240,000-a-week wages are proving a massive stumbling block to any move with no club prepared to match that.
Martial still has two years left on that deal which means United may have to agree to a pay off to get him out of Old Trafford.
Sevilla in La Liga showed interest last season when they took him on a fourth month loan in the second-half of last season.
But the frontman flopped and he will return for pre-season training at Carrington on Monday.
United are also actively trying to find a buyer for centre-back Eric Bailly having offered him to Newcastle United – but that was met with a lukewarm response.
Having signed a new contract in April 2021 he still has two years left of his current contract.
As with Martial, United are ready to take a hit on the 28-year-old with an asking price of just £8.5million for a player who costs them £30million from Villarreal in 2016.
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