On this day in 2003: Man Utd accept £25m bid from Real Madrid for David Beckham
1 year, 6 months ago

On this day in 2003: Man Utd accept £25m bid from Real Madrid for David Beckham

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Manchester United announced they had accepted a £25million bid from Real Madrid for David Beckham on this day in 2003. A statement from Manchester United confirmed the move, saying: “Manchester United today reached agreement for the transfer of David Beckham to Real Madrid for a fee of 35million euros. “The deal is expected to be completed in July, conditional upon approval by the boards of Manchester United and Real Madrid, and on the provision of satisfactory payment guarantees. “David Beckham has agreed personal terms with Real Madrid and expects to sign his new contract with the club on completion.” Beckham spent four seasons at the Bernabeu, where he won the 2006-07 LaLiga title before going on to play for the Los Angeles Galaxy, AC Milan and Paris St Germain.

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Ruben Amorim declares dream for Manchester United and reveals message from Jose Mourinho
1 month ago

Ruben Amorim declares dream for Manchester United and reveals message from Jose Mourinho

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Manchester United midfield set for refresh before Friday’s transfer deadline
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Manchester United midfield set for refresh before Friday’s transfer deadline

The Independent  

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Manchester United agree deal with Napoli for £25m transfer of Scott McTominay
3 months, 4 weeks ago

Manchester United agree deal with Napoli for £25m transfer of Scott McTominay

The Independent  

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Manchester City agree £81.5m deal with Atletico Madrid for Julian Alvarez
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Manchester City agree £81.5m deal with Atletico Madrid for Julian Alvarez

The Telegraph  

Manchester City have agreed the club-record £81.5 million sale of Julián Álvarez to Atletico Madrid – and will make an eye-watering profit on the Argentina striker in the process. City would have liked to keep hold of Álvarez but the combination of the 24-year-old’s desire to move to become a first-choice starter and Atletico’s willingness to meet their huge demands …

Manchester United 'show interest in Spain Euro 2024 winner' as Erik ten Hag looks to make further additions to his squad after signings of Leny Yoro and Joshua Zirkzee
5 months ago

Manchester United 'show interest in Spain Euro 2024 winner' as Erik ten Hag looks to make further additions to his squad after signings of Leny Yoro and Joshua Zirkzee

Daily Mail  

Manchester United have reportedly expressed an interest in signing one of Spain's Euro 2024 winners. Erik ten Hag's side have already been heavily active in the transfer market so far this summer. Manchester United have expressed an interest in signing one of Spain's Euro 2024 winners According to Manchester Evening News, United are monitoring Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi. United …

Manchester United on The Verge of Completing a Much-Awaited Signing
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Manchester United on The Verge of Completing a Much-Awaited Signing

News 18  

Manchester United’s pursuit of Dutch forward Joshua Zirkzee seems to have finally paid off. A report published by The Guardian claims that the Premier League side is “closing in” on signing Zirkzee from Italian side Bologna with terms with the Dutch international and his agent’s commission being agreed upon. The article went on to suggest that Manchester United are deliberating …

Manchester United Set To Sign Matthijs de Ligt, Joshua Zirkzee By Next Week, According to Report
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Manchester United Set To Sign Matthijs de Ligt, Joshua Zirkzee By Next Week, According to Report

News 18  

Manchester United are reportedly set to complete two major signings by the next week. According to a report by One Football, De Ligt is interested in the transfer due to his close relationship with United boss Erik Ten Hag, who earlier coached him during his managerial stint with Ajax. Following the departure of Rafael Varane, Manchester United now want to …

Manchester United transfer news: Ronald Araujo, Matthijs De Ligt, Michael Olise and more
11 months ago

Manchester United transfer news: Ronald Araujo, Matthijs De Ligt, Michael Olise and more

The Independent  

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Manchester United shares tumble as Ratcliffe’s stake bid report dents buyout hopes
1 year, 2 months ago

Manchester United shares tumble as Ratcliffe’s stake bid report dents buyout hopes

The Hindu  

Shares of Manchester United fell as much as 23 per cent on Monday after reports that British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe is looking to acquire only a 25 per cent stake in the football club raised concerns that a buyout by Qatar’s Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al Thani could be off the table. Ineos Chair Jim Ratcliffe would pay over $1.5 …

Deadline day transfers: Manchester United swoop for Amrabat, Liverpool reject Saudi Arabia bid for Salah
1 year, 3 months ago

Deadline day transfers: Manchester United swoop for Amrabat, Liverpool reject Saudi Arabia bid for Salah

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Manchester United left it late to get a loan deal for Amrabat from Fiorentina with an option to buy next year Manchester United signed Sofyan Amrabat on loan as part of a hat-trick of arrivals at Old Trafford in the hectic final hours before Friday’s transfer deadline, while Liverpool reportedly turned down a £150 million offer from Saudi Arabia for …

Football rumours: West Ham confident over Conor Gallagher despite rejected bid
1 year, 4 months ago

Football rumours: West Ham confident over Conor Gallagher despite rejected bid

The Independent  

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Football rumours: Manchester United lining up bid for Rasmus Hojlund
1 year, 5 months ago

Football rumours: Manchester United lining up bid for Rasmus Hojlund

The Independent  

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Manchester United negotiating exclusivity with Qatar’s Sheikh Jassim in $6 bln-plus sale talks-sources
1 year, 6 months ago

Manchester United negotiating exclusivity with Qatar’s Sheikh Jassim in $6 bln-plus sale talks-sources

The Hindu  

English football club Manchester United is negotiating to grant exclusivity to the consortium led by Qatar’s Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad al-Thani in the talks to sell itself for more than 6 billion USD, people familiar with the matter said on Thursday. A 6 billion USD deal would make the deal one of the biggest sports deals ever, following the similarly-sized …

Football rumours: Man United, Real Madrid and Chelsea fight for Kylian Mbappe
1 year, 6 months ago

Football rumours: Man United, Real Madrid and Chelsea fight for Kylian Mbappe

The Independent  

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Real Madrid 'agree' HUGE fee to sign Jude Bellingham from Borussia Dortmund
1 year, 6 months ago

Real Madrid 'agree' HUGE fee to sign Jude Bellingham from Borussia Dortmund

Daily Mail  

Real Madrid have agreed a deal worth an initial £88.5million to sign England international Jude Bellingham from Borussia Dortmund and he is expected to complete the move inside 10 days. Real Madrid agreed stunning £113m deal to sign Jude Bellingham from Borussia Dortmund Carlo Ancelotti made Bellingham a priority signing and Real are set to complete their swoop But the …

Manchester United takeover labelled a ‘farce’ as prospective buyer pulls out
1 year, 8 months ago

Manchester United takeover labelled a ‘farce’ as prospective buyer pulls out

The Independent  

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Manchester United takeover: Sheikh Jassim submits improved second bid
1 year, 8 months ago

Manchester United takeover: Sheikh Jassim submits improved second bid

The Independent  

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Man Utd news live: Two new bidders emerge as Jim Ratcliffe makes improved offer
1 year, 9 months ago

Man Utd news live: Two new bidders emerge as Jim Ratcliffe makes improved offer

The Independent  

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Manchester United sale: Deadline extended for 2nd bids
1 year, 9 months ago

Manchester United sale: Deadline extended for 2nd bids

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — Bidders trying to buy Manchester United have been given more time to submit second offers for the iconic soccer team. Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani has outlined his intention to make a second offer for United and British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe is also expected to bid, although neither met Wednesday’s deadline. Sheikh Jassim, the son of …

Manchester United sale: Bidders to begin due diligence process
1 year, 9 months ago

Manchester United sale: Bidders to begin due diligence process

The Independent  

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Qatar-based bid for Man United confirmed on deadline day
1 year, 10 months ago

Qatar-based bid for Man United confirmed on deadline day

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — A Qatar-based bid for Manchester United was confirmed Friday, with Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani promising to rid the iconic soccer club of debt and return it to its former glories. “The bid will be completely debt free via Sheikh Jassim’s Nine Two Foundation, which will look to invest in the football teams, the training center, …

Qatar-based bid for Manchester United confirmed on deadline day
1 year, 10 months ago

Qatar-based bid for Manchester United confirmed on deadline day

Al Jazeera  

The deal to buy Manchester United football club is expected to shatter records for the sale of a sport business. Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani, a son of Qatar’s former prime minister, has launched a bid to buy the United Kingdom’s Premier League club Manchester United, whose United States-based owners launched a formal sale process late last year. A …

Manchester United transfer news: Atletico provide price tag for Joao Felix
1 year, 11 months ago

Manchester United transfer news: Atletico provide price tag for Joao Felix

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Man United spending up to $240M as Antony completes move
2 years, 3 months ago

Man United spending up to $240M as Antony completes move

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — Manchester United took the cost of its recent rebuild to nearly $240 million by completing the signing of Brazil winger Antony from Ajax on Thursday, the final day of the transfer window. The 22-year-old Antony became United’s second most expensive signing — after Paul Pogba in 2016 — at $95 million and is the latest player to …

Manchester United Agree Over Huge Deal for Ajax Brazilian Winger Antony: Reports
2 years, 3 months ago

Manchester United Agree Over Huge Deal for Ajax Brazilian Winger Antony: Reports

News 18  

Manchester United have agreed a fee that could rise to £85 million to sign Ajax’s Brazilian winger Antony, reports said Monday. The Premier League giants have agreed to pay £80.75 million, with a further £4.25 million in add-ons, the BBC, Sky Sports and other British media said ahead of the transfer window closing on Thursday. The 22-year-old Antony could be …

Manchester United reaches deal to sign Casemiro from Real Madrid
2 years, 4 months ago

Manchester United reaches deal to sign Casemiro from Real Madrid

The Hindu  

Manchester United reached a deal Friday to sign midfielder Casemiro from Real Madrid, ending the Brazilian's successful stint in Spain and giving the struggling English giant a much-needed reinforcement. Casemiro deal final details 🚨🇧🇷 ▫️ £60m plus £10m add-ons to Real Madrid, it's in £; ▫️ 4 year deal with option for further season; ▫️ His wages will put Casemiro …

Manchester United rubbish claims they have made £110m bid for Joao Felix
2 years, 4 months ago

Manchester United rubbish claims they have made £110m bid for Joao Felix

Daily Mail  

Manchester United have dismissed claims they presented Atletico Madrid with a £110million offer for Joao Felix, claiming such reports are 'pure nonsense'. However, United have refuted claims they offered Atletico £110m for Felix after the Spanish giants disregard their initial interest. United dismissed claims they presented Atletico Madrid with a £110million offer for Joao Felix Manchester United began negotiations with …

On This Day in 2004: Real Madrid move for Liverpool striker Michael Owen
2 years, 4 months ago

On This Day in 2004: Real Madrid move for Liverpool striker Michael Owen

The Independent  

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Manchester United Reaches Full Agreement with Barcelona to Sign Frenkie De Jong for 85 Million Euros
2 years, 5 months ago

Manchester United Reaches Full Agreement with Barcelona to Sign Frenkie De Jong for 85 Million Euros

News 18  

Barcelona has reached an agreement with Manchester United for the potential transfer of Netherlands midfielder Frenkie de Jong, who would still need to approve the move, a person at the Spanish club with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Thursday. United has agreed to pay Barcelona 75 million euros plus another potential 10 million euros in variables …

Manchester United Receive Huge Transfer Bid for Cristiano Ronaldo From Saudi Arabia, Says Report
2 years, 5 months ago

Manchester United Receive Huge Transfer Bid for Cristiano Ronaldo From Saudi Arabia, Says Report

News 18  

Manchester United striker Cristiano Ronaldo had officially requested the club last month to let him go in the summer transfer window. The report claims that the Saudi club are interested in offering Manchester United a transfer fee of €30 million. The lucrative offer, likely to be funded by Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, will help Ronaldo in earning a jaw-dropping …

Transfer News: Is Chelsea Preparing a Bid for Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo?
2 years, 5 months ago

Transfer News: Is Chelsea Preparing a Bid for Manchester United's Cristiano Ronaldo?

News 18  

Cristiano Ronaldo had asked Manchester United to let him go, should the club receive any reasonable transfer offer. Both Chelsea and Ronaldo might be eagerly expecting the deal to take place but it is believed that Manchester United will go all-out to retain the 37-year-old. Ronaldo, who was Manchester United’s highest goal scorer last season, was expected to report for …

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer targets Champions League final
3 years, 3 months ago

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer targets Champions League final

The Hindu  

Manchester United has a squad that has a rich mix of youth and experience and will aim to win the Champions League, manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said on Monday ahead of the side's group stage opener against Swiss side Young Boys in Bern. United was knocked out in the group stage last season but Solskjaer has his sights set on …

Premier League: Ronaldo return headlines busy transfer deadline day, Saul Niguez joins Chelsea
3 years, 3 months ago

Premier League: Ronaldo return headlines busy transfer deadline day, Saul Niguez joins Chelsea

Firstpost  

United announced on Friday a deal had been struck with Juventus to bring the five-time Ballon d’Or winner back to Old Trafford for a fee that could rise to 23 million euros. United announced on Friday a deal had been struck with Juventus to bring the five-time Ballon d’Or winner back to Old Trafford for a fee that could rise …

Manchester United signs Raphael Varane
3 years, 4 months ago

Manchester United signs Raphael Varane

The Hindu  

France center back Raphael Varane finalized his move to Manchester United on Saturday for a reported fee of about $56 million after signing a four-year contract. The deal comes almost two weeks after United signed Jadon Sancho, with the Premier League club paying Borussia Dortmund a fee of 85 million euros for the 21-year-old England winger. “Manchester United is one …

Manchester United agrees Raphael Varane deal with Real Madrid
3 years, 4 months ago

Manchester United agrees Raphael Varane deal with Real Madrid

The Hindu  

Manchester United agreed a deal in principle to sign France centre back Raphael Varane from La Liga side Real Madrid, the Premier League club said on Tuesday. Varane, who had one year left on his Real contract, played more than 350 times for the club, winning three La Liga titles and four Champions League trophies during his time in Spain …

Jadon Sancho finalizes $100M move to Manchester United
3 years, 5 months ago

Jadon Sancho finalizes $100M move to Manchester United

Associated Press  

MANCHESTER, England — England winger Jadon Sancho finalized his move to Manchester United by signing a five-year contract with the 13-time Premier League champions on Friday. “I’ll always be grateful to Dortmund for giving me the opportunity to play first-team football, although I always knew that I would return to England one day,” he said in United’s statement. “The chance …

Manchester United completes Sancho signing from Dortmund
3 years, 5 months ago

Manchester United completes Sancho signing from Dortmund

The Hindu  

Manchester United has completed the transfer of England winger Jadon Sancho from Bundesliga team Borussia Dortmund, the Premier League club announced on Friday. "I'll always be grateful to Dortmund for giving me the opportunity to play first team football, although I always knew that I would return to England one day," Sancho, a former youth player at United's rivals Manchester …

Manchester United 'have £10m opening bid for Kieran Trippier rejected'
3 years, 6 months ago

Manchester United 'have £10m opening bid for Kieran Trippier rejected'

Daily Mail  

Manchester United have reportedly had a cheeky offer of just £10million for Kieran Trippier rejected by Atletico Madrid - who paid double that for him two summers ago. The England right back is one of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's key targets this summer but United have been told they won't be able to get him on the cheap and will have …

Manchester United agree £15.4m deal for Porto defender Alex Telles
4 years, 2 months ago

Manchester United agree £15.4m deal for Porto defender Alex Telles

Daily Mail  

Manchester United have finally agreed an £15.4million deal with Porto for full back Alex Telles with the 27-year-old due to have a medical later today. Alex Telles tries to hide in the back of the car as he gets ready to seal Man United move Full back Telles is on the brink of joining United in a £15.4million deal from …

Gareth Bale would prefer permanent exit from Real Madrid with Manchester United stalling over loan
4 years, 3 months ago

Gareth Bale would prefer permanent exit from Real Madrid with Manchester United stalling over loan

Daily Mail  

Gareth Bale is not looking to leave Real Madrid on loan as they explore ways of offloading their £85million signing. Gareth Bale is not looking to leave Real Madrid on loan as they explore ways of offloading him Manchester United have an interest in the Wales international but not at the current figures Madrid have expressed a willingness to pay …

Manchester United 'consider Douglas Costa, Bale and Perisic as alternative options to Sancho'
4 years, 3 months ago

Manchester United 'consider Douglas Costa, Bale and Perisic as alternative options to Sancho'

Daily Mail  

Manchester United are considering Douglas Costa, Gareth Bale and Ivan Perisic as potential alternatives if they are unable to sign Jadon Sancho. United retain an interest in Sancho but are currently unwilling to meet Borussia Dortmund's £108million asking price for the England winger. Gareth Bale is being considered by Manchester United if they are unable to sign Jadon Sancho Douglas …

Manchester United make breakthrough over agents' fees and personal terms with Jadon Sancho
4 years, 3 months ago

Manchester United make breakthrough over agents' fees and personal terms with Jadon Sancho

Daily Mail  

Manchester United are ready to negotiate a price for Jadon Sancho with Borussia Dortmund after reaching a compromise with the player's camp over the terms of a five-year contract. Manchester United have made a breakthrough over agents' fees and personal terms as they look to sign Jadon Sancho However, there is still a significant stumbling block with Dortmund so far …

Alexis Sanchez collected a £9MILLION pay off from Man United to secure his exit to Inter Milan
4 years, 4 months ago

Alexis Sanchez collected a £9MILLION pay off from Man United to secure his exit to Inter Milan

Daily Mail  

Manchester United handed Alexis Sanchez a £9million payoff as part of his free transfer to Inter Milan. The Premier League club also waived a transfer fee so that Inter could turn Sanchez’s loan at the San Siro into a permanent move and sign the Chile star on a three-year deal worth £130,000-a-week. Alexis Sanchez was handed a £9million pay-off to …

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