Midfielder Donny van de Beek has announced he is leaving Manchester United.
United have agreed a deal with Spanish club Girona to sell the midfielder on a permanent basis. He joined the Reds in 2020 and failed to ever make his mark at Old Trafford.
He spent the second half of last season out on loan at Eintracht Frankfurt, marking his second loan spell away from Old Trafford in less than four years. He spent time at Everton in 2021/22.
Elsewhere, United are continuing to work hard to add new faces to manager Erik ten Hag's squad. The club is understood to be making progress on deals to bring both Matthijs de Ligt and Joshua Zirkzee to Old Trafford.
On Tuesday, United had an offer accepted for Lille defender Leny Yoro as they continue to explore various options to strengthen their centre-back options. However, they face fierce competition from Real Madrid for the youngster's signature.
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Zirkzee hint
Manchester United fans have spotted an exchange that took place between Joshua Zirkzee and Kobbie Mainoo after tonight's Euro 2024 semi-final between England and the Netherlands.
MEN Sport understands talks between Zirkzee, Bologna and the Reds are progressing well and United are confident they will be able to complete a deal before the month ends. The 23-year-old has a £33m release clause inserted into his contract at the Serie A club.
However, the Manchester Evening News understands this figure will not be the end of the costs for United if they want to bring Zirkzee on board. The forward's agent fees could balloon the cost for Zirkzee significantly with sources in Italy suggesting the fee is more likely to be £46m for the striker.
MAINOO & ZIRKZEE pic.twitter.com/EJUvqOtXTL
— mufcmpb (@mufcMPB) July 10, 2024
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England have done it!
Gareth Southgate has guided the Three Lions to consecutive European Championships finals following a victory over the Netherlands in Dortmund. England secured a 2-1 win at the Signal Iduna Park, courtesy of goals from Harry Kane and Ollie Watkins.
England will now take on Spain on Sunday, July 14 at Berlin's Olympiastadion. The kick-off is scheduled for 8pm UK time and 9pm in Germany.
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England into Euro 2024 final!
England are into the final of Euro 2024!
A late Ollie Watkins goal has set up a showdown with Spain, which will take place on Sunday evening.
Gareth Southgate's side looked to be heading for extra-time, only for Watkins to pop up with a heroic last-minute strike.
Saka goal ruled out
England have just had a second goal ruled out....
Bukayo Saka thought he had put the Three Lions 2-1 up but the offside flag goes up and the goal does not stand.
There are just over eight minutes to play in the match.
Shaw being deployed
Luke Shaw has been deployed from the bench for England for the second half.
Former Manchester United striker Wout Weghorst is also coming on as the Netherlands look to change things up themselves.
HT: England 1-1 Netherlands
It's all square at half-time of England's Euro 2024 semi-final with the Netherlands.
Xavi Simons gave Ronald Koeman's side the lead seven minutes into the match, though Harry Kane got the Three Lions back on level terms in the 18th minute after converting a penalty.
England back level
England are back level against the Netherlands after Harry Kane's converted penalty.
The Three Lions were awarded a spot-kick for a foul by Denzel Dumfries on Harry Kane, which was given after a pitchside VAR review.
Gareth Southgate's side are back in it!.
Netherlands ahead against England
The Netherlands have taken the lead against England courtesy of a stunning strike from Xavi Simons.
Gareth Southgate's side have it all to do again at Euro 2024 - will they do it this time?
Let us know your thoughts in the comments section.
Mainoo makes history
Kobbie Mainoo has become the youngest-ever played to represent England in a semi-final at a major tournament at 19 years and 82 days.
The Manchester United midfielder has enjoyed a meteoric rise after a breakthrough season and things have got even better for the teenager this summer.
Kobbie Mainoo is the youngest player ever to represent England in a major semi-final #NEDENG #BBCEuros #Euro2024 pic.twitter.com/lJKl72HIe9
— Match of the Day (@BBCMOTD) July 10, 2024
Shaw benched, Mainoo starts for England
The England team for tonight's Euro 2024 semi-final with the Netherlands has been confirmed.
Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo has been named in the starting-eleven, though Luke Shaw has been forced to settle for a place among the substitutes.
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Your #ThreeLions to play the Netherlands! pic.twitter.com/rDGci8kIAr
— England (@England) July 10, 2024
Hojlund's brother on the move
Hojlund is on the move... but it is not Rasmus.
Instead, it seems the brother of the Manchester United striker (Oscar) is on his way to sign for Eintracht Frankfurt.
The 19-year-old midfielder had represented Copenhagen up until this point, though Sky Germany have claimed he is now Germany-bound.
OPINION: Ten Hag might be about to unleash United's next academy hopeful
"Looking at the here and now in isolation, however, United have the opportunity to run the rule over one of their most sought-after academy products in the form of Harry Amass. The left-back, 17, was trusted by Ten Hag to take up residency on the first-team bench seven times last season, including for the FA Cup semi-final win over Coventry City at Wembley. Of course, Amass' sharp rise to the first-team fold was a direct result of United's injury woes, but Ten Hag, as we know, only includes young players in his matchday squads that he genuinely believes have the credentials to make the grade at Old Trafford."
Click here to read more from United writer George Smith.
Kick-off time confirmed for Liverpool fixture
The Premier League has announced United's clash with Liverpool at Old Trafford on Sunday, September 1, will kick off at 1pm.
The date had already been arranged following the release of a batch of televised games for the upcoming season.
United played Liverpool three times last season, drawing both league meetings either side of March's historic 4-3 win in the FA Cup at Old Trafford.
Bayern to 'receive half' of Zirkzee transfer fee
According to a report by fussball.news, Bayern Munich will bank '50 per cent' of any fixed transfer fee paid for Bologna forward Joshua Zirkzee.
United have been making progress with a move for the Netherlands international and are optimistic of luring him to Old Trafford.
He joined Bologna from Bayern in 2022 and it is now reported that Bayern are entitled to half of the transfer fee Bologna may receive.
As a result, it is reportedly the structure of the deal at United's end that means a deal between the two clubs has not yet been agreed. It is claimed that United want to pay for Zirkzee in instalments.
Mainoo's big night?
Tonight's European Championship semi-final between the Netherlands and England could mark another special moment in Kobbie Mainoo's sharp rise.
The United youngster has started England's last two games of the tournament, helping them see of both Slovakia and Switzerland to reach the semi-finals.
Mainoo is expected to retain his place in Gareth Southgate's starting XI and will be determined to put on a show in a bid to help England reach a second successive European Championship final. Kick-off in Dortmund is at 8pm.
United 'keeping an eye' on Bellingham from afar
According to a report by TEAMtalk, United are 'keeping an eye' on Sunderland midfielder Jobe Bellingham.
The youngster, who is the younger brother of England and Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham, joined Sunderland from Birmingham City in last summer's transfer window. He has been the subject of interest from the Premier League recently and has reportedly turned down Tottenham Hotspur.
However, it is reported that both United and Real Madrid are 'keeping an eye on him from a distance'.
The 18-year-old made 47 appearances in all competitions for Sunderland last season.
Tottenham will accept 'cut-price offer' for Reguilon amid United links
According to a report by Football Insider, Tottenham Hotspur will accept a 'cut-price offer' for left-back Sergio Reguilon this summer amid fresh claims linking United with his signature.
It was reported by the Spanish media last week that United were 'interested' in the prospect of re-signing Reguilon to strengthen their left-back department. The Spaniard spent the first half of last season on loan at United as cover for Luke Shaw.
It is reported that Spurs are prepared to sell him for just £10million this summer.
OPINION: United are set for the biggest day of their transfer window so far with two key events
"Rival clubs and agents will probably pore over the results to see just how much extra flesh there is to extract from United this summer. Everton, having rejected two bids for 21-year-old centre-back Jarrad Branthwaite, will be looking to see if their Old Trafford counterparts are bluffing about their financial picture. It is expected United's initial budget this summer allows for a spend of around £50m and the latest results might help paint a picture of why that is the case. A quiet January window and some loan fees helped push the club clear of any worries around the Premier League's financial rules, but there is still caution among the financial experts at United."
Click here to read more from Senior football writer Tyrone Marshall.
Pellistri 'seeking' United exit
According to Sky Sports, United winger Facundo Pellistri is 'seeking' an exit from the club this summer.
The winger, who is currently away at the Copa America with Uruguay, has struggled for regular opportunities since joining the club in 2020. He spent the second half of last season out on loan at Granada.
The report states he is 'seeking a move away' either permanently or on loan.
Earlier this week, Real Valladolid registered interest in his signature.
United 'submit proposal' to sign Ugarte
According to a report by Le10Sport, United have 'submitted a formal proposal' to sign Paris Saint-Germain midfielder Manuel Ugarte.
United are keen to strengthen their midfield options this summer and Ugarte has been linked with a move to Old Trafford over the last few weeks.
It is reported that United are 'pushing hard' to sign the Uruguay international have submitted a proposal worth 'around £38million'.
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United are yet to add any new signings to Erik ten Hag's so far this summer but it is certainly not through the lack of trying.
The Reds are understood to be currently working on several different fronts, including deals for Matthijs de Ligt and Joshua Zirkzee.
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Juventus must 'sell to buy' amid Sancho links
According to Italian publication La Gazzetta dello Sport, as cited by Football Italia, Juventus are targeting 'three more' signings in this summer's transfer window, including United winger Jadon Sancho.
The winger has been heavily linked with a move to the Serie A club in recent weeks as United press ahead with a plan to offload him on a permanent basis this summer.
Despite being interested in taking Sancho to Italy, it is reported that Juventus must sell before they can buy. The prospect of taking him on loan has also been mooted.
Williams signs professional contract
Ethan Williams has signed his first professional contract with United.
The MEN revealed in May that Williams signed a pre-pro deal earlier in the season, which was set to begin this summer and the official photos have been taken.
Williams contributed 17 goals and nine assists in academy fixtures this term and played a crucial role in a supremely talented Under-18 side that claimed a treble.
Jack Kingdon, Ashton Missin, Tom Myles and Jacob Devaney have also been given pro deals.
United reveal £40m takeover cost and exact Ratcliffe investment
United spent a further £30.3m on legal fees and other costs related to Sir Jim Ratcliffe's deal to buy 27.7% of the club earlier this year, their latest accounts have revealed.
It was already known that United would be paying the fees associated with the £1.25bn deal for Ineos to acquire a minority stake in the club and the accounts for the first three months of the year have revealed further details, with costs associated both to Ratcliffe as the buyer and the Glazer family.
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OPINION: United have something Madrid cannot offer in Yoro transfer talks
"Competing against Madrid for a player is a difficult task for any club, however, it would be naive to think United don't have a strong chance of signing Leny Yoro. They have submitted an early bid for the player, which shows how much they want him, and can offer more game time. The defensive upheaval is ongoing at United after Raphael Varane's departure on a free transfer and the 'release' of Jonny Evans, who remains in talks over another short-term contract. Lisandro Martinez, Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof are the remaining senior centre-backs. Lindelof has entered the final year of his contract and this summer is the last chance to obtain a reasonable fee for him, which explains why as many as three new centre-backs could be signed."
Click here to read more from United writer Steven Railston.
Fernandes sends message to Van de Beek as exit confirmed
United captain Bruno Fernandes has told Donny van de Beek he "deserves the best" after announcing his exit from Old Trafford.
The midfielder released a statement on his Instagram page earlier today, confirming he is leaving the club after four years in M16. He is poised to complete a move to Spanish club Girona on a permanent basis.
Replying to Van de Beek's Instagram message, Fernandes posted: "You deserve the best."
United holding 'internal discussions' about new Branthwaite bid
United are continuing to hold 'internal discussions' about the possibility of launching a third bid for Everton defender Jarrad Branthwaite, according to Sky Sports.
After seeing an opening offer turned down last month, United saw a fresh attempt to sign the centre-back knocked back earlier this week. United tabled an offer of £45million plus £5m in add-ons.
United are looking at other centre-backs, such as Matthijs de Ligt and Leny Yoro, and have seen an offer for the latter accepted.
LISTEN: The Manchester is Red podcast
Yesterday, our chief United writer Samuel Luckhurst sat down with United writer Steven Railston to analyse and discuss the latest goings on at Old Trafford.
United's players reported back for the start of pre-season training on Monday and the club's transfer activity is starting to ramp up, meaning there was plenty to discuss.
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United accounts reveal £71m loss
United posted a net loss of £71.4m between January and March this year as their group stage exit from the Champions League hit them hard.
The heavy loss compared to a deficit of £5.6m for the same three-month period last year and reflected the fact that there were nine fewer games at Old Trafford in this quarter compared to 2023.
United exited the Champions League in December after winning just one of their six group matches. They finished bottom of the pile in Group A, watching Bayern Munich and FC Copenhagen advance to the last-16 while Galatasaray went into the Europa League.
Senior football writer Tyrone Marshall has more details.
