Not Vidal: Van Gaal Informs Man Utd Of His Number One Target

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Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has told the board that he wants Kevin Strootman this summer and only him, as the Dutchman looks to add the AS Roma midfield to his ranks.
The Red Devils have been heavily linked with Arturo Vidal this summer, though club officials have reportedly played down the chances of them being able to secure the Chilean midfielder
Strootman, a Dutch international, was a key part of Roma’s fantastic start to the domestic campaign last season in Serie A, however, he missed the majority of the term after undergoing a knee operation in March which ruled him out for the Netherlands at the World Cup.

Strootman has been heavily linked with a move to Manchester United over the summer, however, the

Strootman could be the resolution to a lacklustre midfield, which has only been bolstered by one arrival in Ander Herrera. Marouane Fellaini has struggled to settle in and van Gaal is keen on the box-to-box player with a transfer involving Arturo Vidal unlikely, according to Goal.

Van Gaal is even prepared to wait until January, when Strootman is expected to recover from his injury, to bring in the midfielder rather than buy a player this summer who does not fit the criteria.

Club president says Chilean wants Manchester United transfer

Angelo Henriquez now looks certain to be leaving Manchester United this summer after his old club in Chile spoke out about the situation. Henriquez has failed to make an impact at Manchester United and had two unsuccesful loan periods, one with Wigan Athletic and one with Zaragoza. At Wigan Athletic the lack of chances Roberto Martinez gave the young striker was at times inexplicable and it was a waste of a loan for all concerned.
Zaragoza pinned their hopes on the youngster to get them promotion in Spain but the team wasn't good enough by some distance and they finished closer to the bottom of the table than top.
Henriquez, 20, has already represented his country a few times at senior level but his loan struggles haven't helped his progress. A permanent move is perhaps best for the player and Universidad de Chile are in a battle wirh Argentina's River Plate for the player.
Universidad de Chile's president Carlos Heller has told media in the country that he wants Henriquez and the players wants a Manchester United sanctioned transfer. Heller was quoted by El Mercurio as saying "We talked with the reps. It's very close, he also has an offer from River Plate, but I think he should come."
A return to Chile will be seen as a failure by many but Henriquez has plenty of time to fulfil his potential, he's not going to be able to do that through either pointless loans or sitting on the bench.

Manchester United ‘make £47.4million transfer offer for Arturo Vidal’

Manchester United have reportedly made a giant £47.4million offer for Juventus star Arturo Vidal.
The Chilean midfielder has been strongly linked with a switch to United all summer – and now the Red Devils have seemingly made their move.
Italian newspaper Gazzetta Dello Sport says Louis van Gaal gave the offer to Vidal’s agent Fernando Felicevich this week – and he has presented to Juventus for them to consider.
Van Gaal has liked Vidal since the pair were in Germany and wants to build his new-look side around the 27-year-old.
Liverpool and Arsenal have also been linked with Vidal but it’s thought that neither side is considering a rival offer.

United close on Hummels

MANCHESTER UNITED appear to be moving closer to the signing of Germany star Mats Hummels.

According to reports in Spain last night, Hummels has turned down interest from Barcelona.

Spanish newspaper Sport believes Hummels is on the verge of a move to Old Trafford after United agreed a £16million fee with Bayer Leverkusen for the defender.

Louis Van Gaal needs defensive reinforcements at United with Rio Ferdinand, Nemanja Vidic and now Patrice Evra all leaving the club.

And Hummels impressed the Dutchman at the World Cup this summer, helping Germany sweep all before them in Brazil.

However, Dortmund boss Jurgen Klopp insists neither Hummels or Marco Reus - both linked with moves away - will NOT be leaving.

"Both will stay here this season," Klopp said. "There is no tendency they'd want to be elsewhere.

"Did they also say €20m (£17m)? When papers mention such numbers you know it's garbage."

Man Utd transfersnews: Hummels and Reus

Jürgen Klopp has dismissed claims that Mats Hummels and Marco Reus could be on their way out of Borussia Dortmund this summer.

Manchester United have been heavily linked with a bid for Hummels, while Reus has been touted as a target for Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers in recent days.

However, Dortmund boss Klopp has denied reports that the pair could be set to leave the Bundesliga club this summer, branding the speculation as “garbage”.
“Both will stay here this season,” said Klopp. “There is no tendency they’d want to be elsewhere.
“Did they also say €20m? When papers mention such numbers you know it’s garbage.”
Reus, 25, scored 16 goals and made 13 assists in the Bundesliga last term. Hummels, also 25, netted twice and made two assists.

Manchester United set to make £17m Daley Blind bid

Manchester United are set to make a bid for Ajax star Daley Blind, according to the Express. The report has suggested that new United boss Louis van Gaal is ready to make the Dutch international his third major signing at Old Trafford this summer, as the club prepare a £17 million offer.
The Red Devils boss has already completed deals to bring teenager Luke Shaw and Spanish ace Ander Herrera to the Theatre of Dreams, and it now appears that Blind could follow the duo in this transfer window.

Dutch 
It's no surprise that new United boss Van Gaal has been linked with a number of Dutch stars in recent time after he led the national side to the semi-finals of the World Cup in Brazil. The report from The Express, has suggested that the Red Devils have been linked with the likes of Memphis Depay and Arjen Robben in recent time, but Blind now appears to be the man that could be reunited with Van Gaal.
The 24-year-old has enjoyed a fine stint at Ajax, having helped the club secure their fourth consecutive league title last term, Blind, who was also named the Dutch Footballer of the Year for 2014, would certainly be a major coup for United in this transfer window.
His versatility must be a major attraction for the new Manchester United boss, as the player can play in defence and midfield. He could, then, compete with youngster Luke Shaw in the left-back role or slot into the holding position in the middle of the park.

United defence 
Manchester United fans will certainly be hoping the club improve defensively ahead of the start of the new season. Despite the signing of Shaw, United seemingly have a lack of options in their back-line after experienced trio Rio Ferdinand, Nemanja Vidic and Patrice Evra all departed the club.
Full-back Alex Buttner, who struggled to make an impression under David Moyes, was also shipped out this summer, meaning Shaw is United's only real first-team left-back at the club.
It's the central of defence, however, where the Red Devils are really struggling. The likes of Phil Jones, Chris Smalling and Jonny Evans are United's main centre-halfs, but all three have struggled with injuries and form in recent time.
Manchester United fans will certainly be hoping the likes of Blind and Co. arrive at the club before the Red Devils host Swansea City in their first league outing next month.

Manchester United target drops exit hint

PSG striker Edinson Cavani has hinted that he could depart the Ligue 1 champions this summer, with Manchester United one of many teams interested.
According to the Express, the Uruguayan is ready to leave the French capital, with Liverpool, Arsenal and Chelsea all sharing the Red Devils’ interest in the forward. Some reports suggest that Cavani failed to turn up to PSG’s pre-season training session, but PSG were quick to say that the striker will join up with the squad on friday ahead of their Asian tour.
But the striker, who scored against England in the World Cup, has spoken about his future, leaving the door open for a move away from France: “Football is a sport where confidence is everything,” he said.

“When a club wants you, calls you, they want to make you part of their project, they are looking for you. In those moments, you feel confident. I am relaxed on what those can say about my work. Palermo, Napoli and PSG all gave me this confidence.  A change of club does not solely depend on the wants of the player, there have to be different movements among clubs.
“I have a four year contract with Paris. The Premier League or the Bundesliga? I like them a lot but I am not used to constantly changing league. Germany, Spain, Italy and England have the best leagues. But France are progressing.”
Manchester United have been repeatedly linked with the former Napoli forward, and could be ready to test PSG’s hold of the seemingly unhappy striker.

PICTURE: Arturo Vidal in red colour

Manchester United have been strongly linked to Arturo Vidal over the last few weeks, and quite rightly, the fans have been drooling over the prospect of seeing the Chilean enforcer wearing the famous Red United jersey.

Whilst this image has obviously been photoshopped, it does make you want the move to happen even more. If you believe reports then we’re currently leading the charge for Vidal if he were to leave Juventus, but it’d take a huge bid for the Turin side to sell up.

Manchester United will try to lure Arturo Vidal away from Juventus with a huge salary worth £230,000 a week, claim The Metro. The Chilean is one of the best players in his position in world football, and has been at the heart of a dominant Juventus team for the last few years.

Now 27, Vidal is in his prime. You’ll get around five years out of him at the top level if he stays injury free, and Manchester United need proven quality who can slot right in and make an impact immediately.
He will obviously cost an awful lot of money though, and the fee being touted by the media is around £30-35million to tempt Juventus into parting with their big star.
Vidal would be perfect alongside someone like Ander Herrera, and if we were to land him then we’d go from having one of the weakest midfield’s in Europe to one of the best almost instantly.

Red samurai linked with arch rivals

Shinji Kagawa, midfielder of Manchester United has been heavily linked with Liverpool.

Returning to Dortmund was likely to happen but now Kagawa could stay in England next season with Liverpool.

Shinji is not getting enough playing time at United and Liverpool missed both winger Yevhen Konoplyanka and Mohamed Salah, so this deal is likely to happen.

Oh no! Moyes offloading Manchester United Star

Daily Mail reports that, Manchester United star little pea Javier Hernandez wants to leave Old trafford in the summer.

Javier Hernandez was regular starter under SAF era but he failed to impress Moyes.

Moyes prefer Hernandez  after Rooney, RVP and welbeck only. Hernandez wanted to leave Old trafford for the first team, according to The Sun.

Offloading of Hernandez has become more obvious as Manchester United has been heavily linked with Cavani, PSG striker.

#Deadline day: Till now

Premier League clubs have now spent £114,000,000 in this transfer window.

Nicolas Otamendi has joined Valencia on loan. Also Valencia confirm the sale of Sergio Canales to Real Sociedad.

Fulham have announced the signing of Konstantinos Mitroglou on a four-and-a-half year deal for an undisclosed fee.

Mangala and Fernando deals are both off, could be resurrected in summer. City expect no deals to be done before deadline.

Olympiacos have announced the signing of Nelson Valdez.

Cardiff City have completed the signing of full-back Fábio da Silva from Manchester United.

Cardiff City have completed the loan signing of Manchester United winger Wilfried Zaha.

Lewis Holtby's loan move to Fulham. Lewis Holtby to wear no. 10 for Fulham.

Dani Osvaldo has made a #deadlineday loan move to @juventusfc , @SouthamptonFC can confirm

Manchester United striker Federico Macheda is joining Birmingham City on loan.

Kroos to United ? Yes - Hints pep

EPL champion Manchester United were linked with Bayern playmaker Kroos. Though the deal has not been done yet but still Toni Kroos has not closed his door for transfers, reports skysports.

When Kroos was asked about the transfer. He said,

“I am under contract with Bayern Munich. Actually there are yet no further talks scheduled. I will therefore fully focus on the second half of the season.”

“There are worse situations in life. I play for a top club, and under a top coach. I am pleased, and sometime in the future a decision will be made,” he added.

Kroos has 18 months left to expire the contrancts and according to him there are no further talks about the renewal of contract.

When Pep was asked about the Kroos transfer saga and contract. He said,“He is an important player”, then about the contract i.e. only 18 months left he added,

"it can go fast in football. Here today, there tomorrow.”

Milan interested in Red Midfielder

Serie A giants Milan are interested over the Portuguese winger Nani. Milan are believed of landing of Manchester United midfielder Nani in January. Since the club has been takeover by Indonesian tycoon Erik Thohir, they want their glory days back.

Nani to milan rumour

There is a high probability that Nani could leave to Nerazurri on loan. Nani aims to play regular first team football in coming World Cup final so there is high chance that he could leave Old trafford on a short-term loan.

Transfer News: Red Devils Close to sign Dutch striker

English league champions Manchester United are reportedly close to signing German Bundesliga club Schalke 04's Dutch striker Klaas-Jan Huntelaar. The German club, however, is believed to be desperate to hold on to their prized possession.

Saf looking for long term replacement

SAF claims that he will buy only a player in this january and its from scouting, and with the club being widely connected to Nicolas Gaitan, the Benfica midfielder is set to be the subject of a great deal of transfer rumours coming up to the next window.

Ferguson replied ""Not necessarily. I don't know why people keep going on about it." when he was asked weather man utd will buy players or not after these injuries?

After the retirement of scholes united are in need for a playmaker and though Gaitan would cost around £25 million, his wage is more lower than Wesley Sneijder who was linked with manchester united over six months.

The starlet has scored eight goals in 32 appearances for Benfica since moving to the club in the 2010 summer, and he has been rated as having the potential to be a top European talent by numerous pundits and experts, including Ferguson himself.

"Gaitan played with intelligence and showed great individual skill," Ferguson said when Benfica faced United in the Champions League group stages, and the Scot is reportedly stepping up his chase of the 23 year old in the hopes of bringing him to Old Trafford.

Tribalfootball: Ronaldo could make shock return to england

I was just surfing net about the latest man utd news and when i read this news i just jumped due to happiness. Tribalfootball were reporting that ronaldo is unsettled at madrid and could make shock return to england.

Ronaldo was shocked by the jeers from home fans aimed at him during the defeat to Barcelona on Saturday night.

The Portuguese spent the Sunday bunkered down at home with his family, stunned by the backlash.

Agent confirmed : Macheda on loan

Manchester United have confirmed to Federico Macheda's agent that the striker is likely to be sent on loan in January, in order to build up game time and be able to compete with the likes of Wayne Rooney and Javier Hernandez for a starting spot on the squad.

Macheda has featured just five times for Sir Alex Ferguson's first team squad this season, scoring a goal in the club's shock loss to Crystal Palace in the Carling Cup.

Ferguson admitted at the time that the youngsters at United need to get some more game time in the second half of the season, and hinted that he would consider sending the likes of Macheda, Ravel Morrison and Ezekiel Fryers out to other clubs in January.

paul Ince suggest SAF to go for Modric or Iniesta

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Paul Ince believes Manchester United are lacking some much needed creativity in their midfield and has urged Sir Alex Ferguson to try and sign Barcelona talisman Andres Iniesta or Tottenham Hotspur's Luka Modric.

The former Manchester United midfielder, who played alongside Old Trafford luminaries such as Roy Keane and Bryan Robson, believes players like the aforementioned tough tackling stars are a thing of the past and instead cites Modric and Andres Iniesta as the new breed of modern midfielders. 

Transfer Rumor: Red Devils interested on Tottenham’s Brazilian Midfielder?

Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson reportedly is interested in Tottenham's young Brazilian defensive midfielder Sandro and believes that the player could be the key to bolster his squad's midfield that, only recently, has seen lack of mettle against opponents.

Sandro, 22, was previously linked with United whilst he was with Brazilian side Internacional and now Ferguson is looking to bring in the player as early as in January to help the players come through the club's academy, and also to add steel to the current squad's midfield.

Although Ferguson has a host of central midfield options, he still lacks a defensively minded combative player to help break down any advances from the opposition, and is now monitoring the Brazilian international who has spent most of his time on bench this season at the White Hart Lane following the arrival of Englishman Scott Parker from West Ham in the summer.

United previously decided not to offer Owen Hargreaves a new deal in the summer due to the growing injury concerns and during the many months the England international spent on the sidelines with injuries, the boss had to fill up the space with the likes of Anderson, Michael Carrick and Darren Fletcher, who had to combine

Transfer Rumour: will man utd pay £42 for Benfica Pair

English Champions Manchester United have reportedly accelerated their interest in the Portuguese Primeira Liga side Benfica’s talented midfield pair – Spaniard Javi Garcia and Argentine Nicolas Gaitan – and are planning to move in with an official bid before any other clubs in Europe do.

United had previously sent scouts to monitor both Gaitan and Garcia at Benfica’s matches against Naval and Sporting Lisbon matches to know more about the players and their playing styles, rather than to prepare for United’s Champions League encounter with Benfica which took place on Nov. 22. Both the players featured in the game.

It is now clear that the United boss Sir Alex Ferguson feels that he needs to reinforce his squad after his side was eliminated from this year’s Champions League and also fell five points behind local rivals Manchester City in the Premier League title race. An attempt to sign these players may help to make up for the lost time