Bruno Fernandes will only sign his new Man Utd deal once an Old Trafford team-mate commits his future to the club, while Thursday’s transfer gossip also claims that Tottenham are looking at a LaLiga boss to succeed Jose Mourinho.
FERNANDES WAITING ON POGBA DECISION
Manchester United star Bruno Fernandes is reportedly not willing to commit himself to a new contract with the club until Paul Pogba has done the same.
The Portuguese playmaker has been a huge success since joining the club in January 2020. And despite having a contract that runs until 2025 – plus the option for a further year – United bosses have been keen to tie him down to a new bumper deal.
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However, the 26-year-old has been stalling on talks – even though the Red Devils are prepared to double his wages.
According to The Sun, Fernandes’ hesitancy revolves around the uncertain future of Pogba, whose current contract expires in June next year – when he will be able to leave Old Trafford on a free transfer.
United triggered a one-year extension clause back in October of last year. However, they’ve failed to make progress over a long-term extension. Indeed, the player’s agent, Mino Raiola, has claimed on several occasions that his client is keen for a new challenge.
But Fernandes sees Pogba as pivotal to the club’s future, particularly if they are to close the gap to rivals Manchester City next season.
The report adds that the former Sporting Lisbon man is watching Pogba’s situation very carefully and does not want to enter into talks until he has been given assurances over his teammate’s future.
Fernandes also has one eye on the club’s amibition in the transfer market this summer.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is expected to add to his squad, with strikers Erling Haaland and Harry Kane continually linked with a move to Old Trafford. The Red Devils boss is also after a new centre-back partner Harry Maguire.
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TOTTENHAM EYEING BILBAO BOSS
Tottenham have already made contact with Athletic Bilbao manager Marcelino as Daniel Levy continues his search for Jose Mourinho’s replacement. (Daily Mail)
Thomas Tuchel says he understands why Tammy Abraham is feeling “worried” and “angry” about his situation at Chelsea. (Daily Mail)
The ‘Big Six’ rebels have lost tens of millions between them, around £8m each, in their disastrous attempts to set up a European Super League. (Daily Mail)
Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich is said to be ‘furious’ and concerned for his legacy after being ‘blindsided’ by the backlash at the club’s willingness to take part in the axed European Super League. (Daily Mail)
Rangers and Celtic are wanted to join a British League – as part of the fall-out of the failed ESL plot. (The Sun)
Queens Park Rangers boss Mark Warburton is close to agreeing an improved new deal with the Championship club. (The Sun)
MORE TRANSFER GOSSIP
Manchester United remain keen on signing Raphael Varane. The Real Madrid defender has also reportedly made his stance clear on a potential move. (Daily Express)
Arsenal CEO Vinai Venkatesham has reportedly spent Wednesday phoning Premier League chiefs to apologise for his club’s actions with regards to the failed European Super League. (Daily Mirror)
Liverpool owner John Henry and his FSG parent company are facing calls to go from fans. That is despite his humbled apology over the European Super League fiasco. (Daily Mirror)
Arsenal fans are planning a protest against owner Stan Kroenke ahead of their Premier League game against Everton. (Daily Mirror)
Ed Woodward resigned as executive vice-chairman of Manchester United partly because he had serious misgivings over the controversial proposals for a European Super League. (Daily Telegraph)
Manchester United and Liverpool are in discussions to play each other in two pre-season friendly matches. (The Times)
Burnley and Newcastle United remain “attentive” in their pursuit of Benfica full-back Nuno Tavares. (Record)
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