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The Independent
10 minutes ago
- The Independent
Ruben Amorim opens door for exiled Manchester United ‘bomb squad' to return
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim insists the club will not sell unwanted players on the cheap and he is prepared to welcome them back into the fold if necessary. Alejandro Garnacho, Jadon Sancho, Antony and Tyrell Malacia were left out of the tour of the United States – Marcus Rashford subsequently went on loan to Barcelona – and the so-called 'bomb squad' have been training at the club's Carrington complex. United's transfer dealings have been widely criticised in recent seasons and Amorim said chief executive Omar Berrada and sporting director Jason Wilcox would not be taken advantage of just to get rid of those surplus to requirements. 'Some players have to find a new place to have more space in the team and others clearly show they want a new challenge and want new teams,' Amorim told a press conference ahead of the the Premier League Summer Series game against West Ham on Saturday. 'We are just allowing these players to have time to think and to decide. If we reach a point where they have to join the team, they will join the team because they are our players. 'I know for a fact that these people, Omar and Jason, and the club have a number (price) for these players. If they don't reach that, they will be Manchester United players, no doubt about that. 'I understand clubs are maybe waiting for the last minute, but they can have a surprise and I'm ready. I'm ready to receive the players. 'They have more competition – if you want to play in the World Cup you need to play, so I'm really happy with that because I have more options. If they have to fight each other to play, for me it is perfect.' United have spent about £130m on Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Diego Leon but are still in the market for a defensive midfielder and a striker. However, previous mis-steps on transfers mean United are being more circumspect this summer. 'At the moment, our club needs to be really careful when we sign a player,' added Amorim. 'So if we have to start the season with this squad, I'm happy because all the players that are here want to be here – and that for me is the most important thing.'
North Wales Chronicle
40 minutes ago
- North Wales Chronicle
Saturday's briefing: Ruben Amorim says the price has to be right for United
On the field, a dramatic run to the Women's European Championship final has been far from plain sailing for England boss Sarina Wiegman. Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim insists the club will not sell unwanted players on the cheap and he is prepared to welcome them back into the fold if necessary. Alejandro Garnacho, Jadon Sancho, Antony and Tyrell Malacia were left out of the tour of the United States and have been training at the club's Carrington complex. United's recent transfer dealings have been widely criticised and Amorim said chief executive Omar Berrada and sporting director Jason Wilcox would not be taken advantage of just to get rid of those surplus to requirements. 'I know for a fact that these people, Omar and Jason, and the club have a number (price) for these players. If they don't reach that, they will be Manchester United players, no doubt about that,' said the United boss. 'I understand clubs are maybe waiting for the last minute, but they can have a surprise and I'm ready. I'm ready to receive the players.' Bayern back for Diaz New Liverpool signing Hugo Ekitike's admission he wants to be a multi-functional forward could have implications for the future of Luis Diaz. The PA news agency understands Bayern Munich have returned to discussions with the Premier League champions having had an initial offer of 67.5million euro (£59million) dismissed last week. Liverpool have maintained they do not want to sell the forward, who has also attracted interest from Barcelona, and Bayern's bid was way below their own valuation of 100m euros (£87m) for an elite forward in the global market. Diaz, 29 in January, has two years left on his current deal but has not yet been offered a new contract. However, Ekitike's arrival in a £79m deal – and Liverpool's continued interest in Alexander Isak, who has reportedly told Newcastle he wants to leave – could provide an escape route for Diaz if the Bundesliga champions can come up with an appropriate offer. Lionesses 'nearly killed' Wiegman – Toone Midfielder Ella Toone joked England have 'nearly killed' Sarina Wiegman en route to booking their boss a trip to an unprecedented fifth straight major tournament final in dramatic style. No other head coach in the men's or women's game has achieved that feat. On Sunday against Spain Wiegman could secure a hat-trick of European championship trophies after winning with the Netherlands in 2017 and England in 2022. The Lionesses' title defence has required two consecutive stunning comebacks. 'I think we've nearly killed her twice this tournament. She's said we've definitely aged her,' said Toone. Trafford returns to City Manchester City have agreed a deal to bring goalkeeper James Trafford back to the club from Burnley. The PA news agency understands City will pay £27million for the England Under-21 international, beating Newcastle to his signing after activating a matching rights clause included when Trafford was sold to Burnley for £14million in 2023. Trafford, who joined City's academy at the age of 12 but never made a first-team appearance, has agreed a five-year contract with the option of a further 12 months. City's German goalkeeper Stefan Ortega could now depart in search of a regular starting spot, with the club keen to keep Ederson despite speculation linking the Brazilian with a move away.
Daily Record
41 minutes ago
- Daily Record
Celtic transfer panic gauged by the Jury as title crowns dished out early with new season approaching
Rangers, Hibs and Dundee United all enjoyed big results to keep Euro hopes alive but questions being asked over at Celtic Are the alarm bells ringing at Celtic after Thursday's Ajax thumping? CRAIG SWAN: Brendan Rodgers is making it crystal clear he needs his top targets in the door. If that's not happening, alarm bells will indeed ring amongst fans. FRASER WILSON: It was a bit of a surprise given how comfortable they looked against Newcastle five days earlier. But while it's not quite alarm bells it should certainly be a wake-up call to those in charge of recruitment that, if they want another good run in the Champions League, they need to bring in more quality. MICHAEL GANNON: There's no need to panic in pre-season but punters can be concerned. Celtic have a pile of money but Brendan Rodgers's squad is well short a week before the big kick-off. They need to get their skates on with new signings. Will Rangers finish the job against Panathinaikos in Greece? CRAIG SWAN: Russell Martin's team have given themselves a superb platform. The key will be a solid first half-hour in Athens. Get through that and get through the tie. FRASER WILSON: Get a goal, preferably the first, and it's job done. Tuesday's result was a fantastic result for Russell Martin. They need to keep the backdoor closed in Athens and that might require a more pragmatic approach. But I fancy them to get through. MICHAEL GANNON: The tie is certainly not over as the first half the other night showed the Greeks can be dangerous. But playing on the counter might suit Gers and you'd fancy them to score out then and end the tie. Progress would be a superb achievement at this stage of the rebuild. Can Hibs and Dundee United seal the deal in their Euro ties? CRAIG SWAN: Fingers crossed for both sides. Both teams have done good work to the halfway mark, but there is more to be done. Let's say yes. FRASER WILSON: A great result for Hibs in Denmark. They have a strong squad and with another big performance at home should secure a memorable victory. United have made life a little uncomfortable for themselves with a slender 1-0 lead heading to Luxembourg. Hopefully it focuses the mind and the job can be finished with minimum fuss. MICHAEL GANNON: it was a superb result for Hibs but it won't be straightforward in the return. They'll need to play out of their skins again but they can see it out. United should have been more comfortable and it'll be an awkward night. They should have enough though. The new season kicks off this week, who will finish top in all four divisions? CRAIG SWAN: Celtic. St Johnstone. Inverness. East Kilbride. FRASER WILSON: Celtic to make it five in a row but with a far greater fight from Rangers. You could throw a blanket over half the Championship but I go for Ross County. Inverness to claw five points back and win League One. And East Kilbride to storm to the League Two title. MICHAEL GANNON: Celtic need reinforcements but should still be too strong with Rangers regrouping this term. Neil Lennon will take Dunfermline out of the Championship, Inverness Caley Thistle will bounce back in League One while East Kilbride could continue their rise in League Two.
