Manchester United: May 2010 Archives

United to test resolve with £25million bid

Chelsea and Manchester United target, goalkeeper David De Gea, has been valued at £25million by his club Athletico Madrid.

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United 'legends' to stay on

Manchester United will attempt to keep their three long-serving players as coaches when their playing days are over.

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Old Trafford hot seat awaits Mourinho

Manchester United could have Jose Mourinho in their managerial hot-seat in just two years time.

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Mourinho eyes Rooney swoop

Jose Mourinho has revealed he wants to coach Wayne Rooney as reports grow suggesting Real Madrid are lining up a mega bid.

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Fergie given green light to spend

Manchester United chief executive David Gill has dismissed rumours boss Sir Alex Ferguson will not have funds to spend this summer.

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United not for sale

Manchester United's American owners have issued a statement announcing they have no plans to sell the Old Trafford side.

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Fergie delighted with striker news

Javier Hernandez has been granted a work permit and will join Manchester United on July 1 after a Home Office hearing.

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Spurs issue Modric hands-off warning

Tottenham have told Manchester United to forget about making a move for Luka Modric as the player is not for sale.

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£7m 'gamble' faces big decision

United are set to plead new striker Javier Hernandez's case as an 'exceptional talent' at a work permit hearing in Sheffield this week.

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Fergie priced out of move

Atletico Madrid have told United they will have to pay £52million if they want to land Sergio Aguero this summer.

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Fergie in for Scholes replacement

Manchester United are being linked with a £20million swoop for Real Madrid star Rafael Van Der Vaart.

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United target staying at Everton

Manchester United's interest in Jack Rodwell appears over for now after the youngster signed a new five-year contract with Everton.

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Trio linked with Pienaar move

Everton midfielder Steven Pienaar has rejected his latest contract offer at Goodison alerting Liverpool, Spurs and Manchester United.

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Battle ahead for Owen

Sir Alex Ferguson believes Owen Hargreaves has a major mental hurdle to overcome before he gets back to regular football.

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Race on for Modric

Spurs are planning talks with Luka Modric over a new contract in an attempt to ward of interest from Manchester United and Chelsea.

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Atletico issue hands-off warning

Atletico Madrid insist they have not received an offer from Manchester United for Sergio Aguero and say he is not for sale.

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Striker staying put - Fergie

Sir Alex Ferguson has hailed Dimitar Berbatov as a 'fantastic' player and insists he will not be leaving United in the summer.

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Defender deal unlikely

Stoke chairman Peter Coates is confident his side can keep hold of Ryan Shawcross despite reported interest from Manchester United.

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La Liga star rejects Reds

Valencia winger David Silva appears set to reject reported interest from Manchester United and move to Real Madrid.

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United boss rules out summer spending

Sir Alex Ferguson has hinted that Manchester United might not sign anymore players this summer as the club tightens its belt.

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Villa make Milner pledge

Aston Villa owner Randy Lerner says James Milner will still be at the club next season despite growing interest in the player.

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Striker staying put

Dimitar Berbatov claims he has no intention of leaving what he describes as 'the best club in the world' this summer despite reports.

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United eye Uruguay striker

Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson is reportedly keeping tabs on Ajax's £25million-rated striker Luis Suarez.

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Ferguson warned off defender deal

Everton have indicated that they have no intention of selling Phil Jagielka to Arsenal or Manchester United or anyone else

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Fergie admits City fears

Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has admitted Manchester City could mount a serious title challenge next season.

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Everton star eyed

Arsenal and Manchester United are believed to be battling it out for the signature of Everton defender Phil Jagielka.

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Ferguson wants to end on a high

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has said he will not retire from the club if the side was struggling.

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Move on the cards for keeper

Goalkeeper Ben Foster is nearing the Manchester United exit door with a £5m switch to Birmingham City on the brink of being agreed.

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Evans set for loan move

Nottingham Forest boss Billy Davies is thought to be keen to secure a loan deal for versatile Manchester United youngster Corry Evans.

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Star sets comeback target

Manchester United striker Michael Owen is targeting a full role in pre-season training after recovering from a hamstring problem.

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Striker calls time on internationals

Bulgaria captain and Manchester United striker Dimitar Berbatov has quit international football with immediate effect.

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Italian hotshot eyed

AC Milan striker Marco Borriello is apparently Manchester United's top target to partner Wayne Rooney in attack next season.

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Scholes sticks by England decision

Fabio Capello has revealed he wanted Paul Scholes in his England World Cup squad but the Manchester United man turned him down.

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United confirm Irish visit

Manchester United will face a League of Ireland Selection in the first football match in the new Aviva Stadium at Lansdowne Road.

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Fergie on future plans

Sir Alex Ferguson feels there are more plusses than negatives to take from the season and says United continue to build for the future.

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Keeper eyes career kick-start

Goalkeeper Ben Foster says he wants to emulate Joe Hart's success at Birmingham as he closes in on a £4million exit from Old Trafford.

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Fergie plots Real raid

Manchester United have been linked with a move for Real Madrid's Argentine striker Gonzalo Higuain, who could cost £38million.

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Foster heading for Reds exit

Birmingham are believed to have agreed a £6million deal for Man Utd keeper Ben Foster after resigning themselves to losing Joe Hart.

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Manchester United 4-0 Stoke City

Manchester United claimed 4-0 win against Stoke at Old Trafford, but the result was to no avail with Chelsea claiming the title.

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FT:Man Utd 4-0 Stoke: Fletcher, Giggs, Higginbotham (og) and Park score for Utd but they lose their title as Chelsea claim 8-0 victory.

GOAL:Man Utd 4-0 Stoke: (84mins) Park heads home Giggs' left wing corner at the far post.

GOAL:Man Utd 3-0 Stoke: (54mins) Higginbotham diverts into his own net from close range.

HT:Man Utd 2-0 Stoke: Goals from Fletcher and Giggs give Utd 2-0 lead but title may be gone.

GOAL:Man Utd 2-0 Stoke: (38mins) Giggs slots home left-footed from 12 yards.

GOAL:Man Utd 1-0 Stoke: (31mins) Fletcher finds the net from 1 yard from a corner.

LINE UP: Begovic, Wilkinson, Shawcross, Huth, Higginbotham, Delap, Whitehead, Whelan, Etherington, Sidibe, Fuller

LINE UP: Van der Sar, Neville, Ferdinand, Vidic, Evra, Nani, Fletcher, Scholes, Giggs, Berbatov, Rooney

Star seeks new attacker

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney believes it's essential the title chasers adds extra fire power to their attack this summer.

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Fergie keeps tabs on Bridge star

Manchester United are keeping tabs on Nicolas Anelka's situation at Chelsea and could be ready to launch a bid for the striker.

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Ferguson rues title disappointments

Sir Alex Ferguson thinks Manchester United's bid to win the title could have been wrecked by one eight-day period.

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Fergie unsure of striker operation

United have not decided whether to send Dimitar Berbatov for an operation amid more speculation he is up for sale this summer.

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£16m star takes a break

Antonio Valencia has been ruled out of the home date with Stoke City with an ankle injury but there are no other new United casualties.

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Good Evans deal delights Fergie

Manchester United defender Jonny Evans has signed a new four-year contract to keep him at Old Trafford until 2014.

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Pair set to snub United

Spurs duo Luka Modric and Gareth Bale will reject Manchester United this summer after Tottenham secured fourth spot.

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Fergie to use Park to secure Serbian

Manchester United will make a summer move for CSKA Moscow's Milos Krasic, with Park Ji-Sung heading in the opposite direction.

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Fergie to wield Reds axe

Sir Alex Ferguson has hinted he is ready to make big changes with a number of senior players set for the exit door.

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United set to reward defender

Jonny Evans is on the verge of agreeing a new contract with Manchester United according to his manager Sir Alex Ferguson.

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Fergie plots Spurs raid

Tottenham are ready to fight off interest from Manchester United in Gareth Bale by getting him tied down to a new deal.

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Wizards leave Reds with hot date

Manchester United will face Kansas City Wizards on their pre-season tour of the US on July 25 - most probably at Arrowhead Stadium.

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Boss weighs up keeper options

Ben Foster is emerging as Birmingham City's number one choice for the goalkeeper's jersey if Joe Hart fails to return next season.

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Latics can have a go - Fergie

Sir Alex Ferguson says he may be "clutching at straws" but will not give up hope of Wigan taking something from their trip to Chelsea.

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Gill on Utd transfer plans

David Gill insists there will be major funds available for Manchester United to spend this summer and that targets have been discussed.

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Sunderland 0-1 Manchester United

Nani's first half goal was enough to hand Manchester United a vital 1-0 win at Sunderland to keep their title hopes alive.

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FT:Sunderland 0-1 Man Utd: Nani's goal is enough to give United the win to take the title race down to the final day next Sunday.

HT:Sunderland 0-1 Man Utd: Nani's goal gives United the lead while Giggs hit the woodwork.

GOAL:Sunderland 0-1 Man Utd: (28mins) Nani hammers a low angled drive into the far corner.

LINE UP: Van der Sar, O'Shea, Jonathan Evans, Vidic, Evra, Nani, Scholes, Fletcher, Giggs, Berbatov, Rooney.

LINE UP: Gordon, Bardsley, Turner, Mensah, Richardson, Henderson, Meyler, Cana, Malbranque, Campbell, Bent.

Funds available for Fergie says Gill

Sir Alex Ferguson has been guaranteed a large sum to spend on players this summer despite Manchester United's debt problems.

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Temperament the key - Ferguson

Sir Alex Ferguson says he has to "trust" his players in the final two games and feels United's temperament may yet win them the title.

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United to test resolve with £25million bid

Chelsea and Manchester United target, goalkeeper David De Gea, has been valued at £25million by his club Athletico Madrid.

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United 'legends' to stay on

Manchester United will attempt to keep their three long-serving players as coaches when their playing days are over.

More: United 'legends' to stay on |

Old Trafford hot seat awaits Mourinho

Manchester United could have Jose Mourinho in their managerial hot-seat in just two years time.

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Mourinho eyes Rooney swoop

Jose Mourinho has revealed he wants to coach Wayne Rooney as reports grow suggesting Real Madrid are lining up a mega bid.

More: Mourinho eyes Rooney swoop |

Fergie given green light to spend

Manchester United chief executive David Gill has dismissed rumours boss Sir Alex Ferguson will not have funds to spend this summer.

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United not for sale

Manchester United's American owners have issued a statement announcing they have no plans to sell the Old Trafford side.

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Fergie delighted with striker news

Javier Hernandez has been granted a work permit and will join Manchester United on July 1 after a Home Office hearing.

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Spurs issue Modric hands-off warning

Tottenham have told Manchester United to forget about making a move for Luka Modric as the player is not for sale.

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£7m 'gamble' faces big decision

United are set to plead new striker Javier Hernandez's case as an 'exceptional talent' at a work permit hearing in Sheffield this week.

More: £7m 'gamble' faces big decision |

Fergie priced out of move

Atletico Madrid have told United they will have to pay £52million if they want to land Sergio Aguero this summer.

More: Fergie priced out of move |

Fergie in for Scholes replacement

Manchester United are being linked with a £20million swoop for Real Madrid star Rafael Van Der Vaart.

More: Fergie in for Scholes replacement |

United target staying at Everton

Manchester United's interest in Jack Rodwell appears over for now after the youngster signed a new five-year contract with Everton.

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Trio linked with Pienaar move

Everton midfielder Steven Pienaar has rejected his latest contract offer at Goodison alerting Liverpool, Spurs and Manchester United.

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Battle ahead for Owen

Sir Alex Ferguson believes Owen Hargreaves has a major mental hurdle to overcome before he gets back to regular football.

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Race on for Modric

Spurs are planning talks with Luka Modric over a new contract in an attempt to ward of interest from Manchester United and Chelsea.

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Atletico issue hands-off warning

Atletico Madrid insist they have not received an offer from Manchester United for Sergio Aguero and say he is not for sale.

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Striker staying put - Fergie

Sir Alex Ferguson has hailed Dimitar Berbatov as a 'fantastic' player and insists he will not be leaving United in the summer.

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Defender deal unlikely

Stoke chairman Peter Coates is confident his side can keep hold of Ryan Shawcross despite reported interest from Manchester United.

More: Defender deal unlikely |

La Liga star rejects Reds

Valencia winger David Silva appears set to reject reported interest from Manchester United and move to Real Madrid.

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United boss rules out summer spending

Sir Alex Ferguson has hinted that Manchester United might not sign anymore players this summer as the club tightens its belt.

More: United boss rules out summer spending |

Villa make Milner pledge

Aston Villa owner Randy Lerner says James Milner will still be at the club next season despite growing interest in the player.

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Striker staying put

Dimitar Berbatov claims he has no intention of leaving what he describes as 'the best club in the world' this summer despite reports.

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United eye Uruguay striker

Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson is reportedly keeping tabs on Ajax's £25million-rated striker Luis Suarez.

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Ferguson warned off defender deal

Everton have indicated that they have no intention of selling Phil Jagielka to Arsenal or Manchester United or anyone else

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Fergie admits City fears

Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has admitted Manchester City could mount a serious title challenge next season.

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