Manchester united have decided not to extend Raphael Varane's contract at the club,and he could negotiate a summer exist in January. Varane is presently bound to Utd until 2025. The club opted against activating the extension but is open to negotiating fresh terms.  What transpired? Man United ain't extending his contract  As per the Daily Mail , the Red Devils have opted not to activate a choice to prolong Varane's contract by 12 months, allowing the French defender to explore potential moves with overseas clubs in the upcoming year. In November, addressing speculations about a potential rift between Varane and Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag, the Dutchman swiftly played down the alleged disagreement. "I'm not aware of what you're referring  to," Ten Hag stated. "It's merely rumors. Varane is a crucial player, but internal competition is expected at a top-tier club, which we are." The 30-year-old's contract is poised to conclude i

  Erik ten hag  is reportedly keen to offer man Utd 35 year old Jonny Evans contract extension but sir Jim Ratcliffe need to be convinced. Evans was released by Leicester City, who faced relegation. Manchester United subsequently secured his services on a one-year deal. Ten Hag expresses a desire for the defender to continue at Old Trafford beyond 2024. WHAT UNFOLDED? The Northern Ireland international joined the Red Devils after parting ways with Leicester City post their relegation in the 2022-23 season. Initially training at Carrington, Evans impressed the manager sufficiently to secure a contract with his former team. His second stint has seen remarkable progress, showcasing not only his on-field prowess but also his role as a stabilizing influence in the dressing room. Evans has frequently been chosen over 2018 World Cup winner Raphael Varane, underscoring Ten Hag's confidence in the seasoned center-back. As per the Daily Star, the Dutch strategist is poised to propose a one-y

  Manchester united all-time legend Cristiano Ronaldo breaks another world record in football while in Al- Nassr. Despite aging,Ronaldo still perform wonders at Saudi Arabian league. Cristiano Ronaldo surpasses Kylian Mbappe,Erling Haaland and Harry Kane by breaking a world record on Saturday in Al-Nassr 4-1 win over Al-Taawoun. In 2023, Ronaldo emerged as the world's leading goalscorer, securing his position by scoring his 54th goal against Al-Taawoun as Al-Nassr triumphed 4-1. This achievement surpassed competitors like Harry Kane, Kylian Mbappe, and Erling Haaland, with Mbappe and Kane each scoring 52 goals for club and country, while Haaland finished the year with a total of 50 goals. In the bigger picture, Ronaldo's stellar performance marked him as the standout goalscorer globally. Ronaldo, who is 38 years old, is leading the goal-scoring competition in the Saudi Pro League. He scored 20 goals in 19 games this season and gave nine assists. Al-Nassr is currently in second

  Manchester United supporters are enraged with Bruno Fernandes after his display against Nottingham Forest. The captain of the Red Devils didn't perform at his peak as Manchester United suffered a 2-1 defeat at the City Ground, marking their ninth loss in the Premier League season. Bruno Fernandes lost possession in the build-up to Nottingham Forest's goal Credit: Sky Sports Fans criticised the Manchester United captain's performance against Nottingham ForestCredit: Rex Fernandes, aged 29, surrendered possession 28 instances throughout the game—surpassing any other player on the field by at least eight occasions. Additionally, certain supporters believed he bore responsibility for Forest's decisive goal, skillfully executed by Morgan Gibbs-White. As Manchester United sought a victory following Marcus Rashford's equalizer to Nicolas Dominguez's initial goal, Rasmus Hojlund's attempt was adeptly thwarted by goalkeeper Matt Turner. Upon the rebound, Amad Diall

  Manchester United has purportedly triggered the choice to prolong Victor Lindelof's contract, with the expiration of the defender's existing agreement originally set for the conclusion of the season. Man Utd have decided to extend Victor Lindelof's Contract Credit: Alamy However, as per The Athletic's report, he is currently poised to remain at Old Trafford until June 2025. Manchester United has exercised the choice to prolong his contract by an additional 12 months amidst increasing ambiguity about his future. Anticipated to depart the club in either January or as a free agent during the summer, Lindelof purportedly declined offers from Inter Milan and Ligue 1's Rennes in August. Instead, he opted to persevere and contend for his position in Erik ten Hag's squad. However, certain supporters are currently displeased with United's choice to retain him beyond this season. A social media user expressed , "It's embarrassing! He lacks the required qual

  ANTHONY ELANGA left Manchester United fans frustrated with his actions upon being substituted during the Nottingham Forest match.  Elanga, who progressed  through the Man Utd academy, later departed and moved to Forest in a £15 million transfer during the summer. Anthony Elanga had Man Utd fans fuming as he left the pitch Credit: Sky Sports Elanga was seen pointing at the Nottingham Forest badge as he was subbed credit:Sky Sports  Elanga notched his sixth season assist against his ex-team Credit: PA Elanga was impressive against Man Utd In the midst of Manchester United's inconsistent performance this season, he exacerbated the situation by assuming the role of a provider, contributing to Nuno Espirito Santo's rejuvenated Forest securing a 2-1 victory. Yet, it wasn't his pivotal assist for Morgan Gibbs-White that angered Manchester United fans. Instead, it was his behavior after being substituted in the 87th minute. Observant fans noticed the 21-year-old grinning and gest

  Bruno Fernandes, the captain of Manchester United, faced relentless taunting from opposing supporters when a rodent was observed scurrying across the field at the Etihad. A rat ran on the Etihad pitch. Fans quickly criticized Fernandes. Man Utd is playing against Nottingham Forest. What happened? Manchester City's triumph over Sheffield United, marked by a 2-0 scoreline, encountered a peculiar interruption as a diminutive rodent scurried across the field. The Citizens effortlessly secured their win, seemingly unperturbed by the uninvited addition, whether it be the extra player or the rat. Nevertheless, rival supporters seized the opportunity on social media to mock United's Fernandes, highlighting the unexpected visitor. Rat spotted on the pitch in Ethiad stadium   WHAT FANS SAID A whole host of tweets aimed at Fernandes came flying in. One user commented: "Who invited Bruno to the Eithad?" Another replied: "What’s Bruno doing?" And finally, an Arsenal fa

  Manchester United aims  to conclude 2023 on a positive note by clinching a triumph at Nottingham Forest today. The Red Devils bounced back spectacularly against Aston Villa on Boxing Day, overcoming a two-goal deficit at halftime for a remarkable 3-2 win. Alejandro Garnacho's double and Rasmus Hojlund's maiden Premier League goal secured the comeback. Manager Erik ten Hag anticipates a similar performance against Forest, with the potential return of Sofyan Amrabat and Luke Shaw, both recovering from minor injuries. The predicted formation is 4-2-3-1 , and the expected lineup includes Andre Onana in goal, who had a mixed outing against Villa. In defense, a possible change sees Shaw returning to the left-back position, with Diogo Dalot moving to right-back. Raphael Varane and Jonny Evans are likely to retain their central defensive roles, while Kobbie Mainoo, after an impressive display, may be rested in the upcoming FA Cup tie. Christian Eriksen, returning to the starting XI,

  Premier League players are considering legal action due to the "unreasonable" quantity of matches they are compelled to participate in. Top players face an unprecedented 86 GAMES from next season with a bigger Champions League and Fifa’s new 32-team summer club competition. Top Premier League stars could play a whopping 86 matches next term credit:Getty The PFA is concerned  about the well-being of its members, fearing that their welfare will be compromised. Despite requests, Fifa has not yet approved the requirement for a mandatory 28-day off-season break. Maheta Molango, the chief executive of the players' union, strongly criticized the situation, stating, "We've reached a point where individuals are prepared to pursue legal action to address this issue. This marks a setback for football, as players find themselves compelled to seek justice independently due to a lack of perceived protection. It's a regrettable state of affairs." "We aspire to w

  The legendary No. 10 Barcelona jersey, previously adorned by a Premier League star, is up for grabs. On loan to Getafe, the rising star Mason Greenwood could be the one stepping into this iconic role. The football community is abuzz, eagerly awaiting the unfolding of this intriguing twist in Greenwood's promising career. Greenwood, the Manchester United attacker, is drawing attention in Spanish soccer after his loan transfer to LaLiga side Getafe. Barcelona is interested in acquiring Mason Greenwood in a £40 million agreement.credit:Rex The Spanish giants are prepared to offer him Lionel Messi's iconic No10 Shirt Credit: Reuters Greenwood is impressing in LaLiga with Getafe Greenwood, at the age of 22, has played a pivotal role in propelling them to the eighth position in the standings, contributing five goals and four assists. Getafe is expressing interest in securing a permanent deal for him, while Barcelona is gearing up for a £40m bid, which encompasses the iconic No 10 j

  Manchester united women goalie Mary Earps  together with lionesses team-mate Millie Bright and Lauren Hemp on new Year honours list after incredible 2023 The Earps secure another accolade, The Lionesses' goalkeeper  receives MBE alongside Hemp, Chelsea captain Bright is honored with OBE. What transpired? Fresh off clinching this year's prestigious BBC Sports Personality of the Year accolade, the Lionesses' goalkeeper has been acknowledged for her contributions to football. She attains an MBE alongside England colleague Lauren Hemp, while fellow Lioness Millie Bright achieves an OBE for her noteworthy contributions. BRIGHT'S STATEMENT    Bright expressed her pride in eceiving the recognition: "I want to express my gratitude for being bestowed with this honor," stated Bright, who led the Lionesses in last summer's FIFA Women's World Cup, where they etched history by reaching their inaugural World Cup Final. "This is a moment I will cherish with my

  Manchester united exile Sancho spotted having fun and enjoying himself with celebrity Choreographer Cocainna  Sancho is not playing for Man Utd. He was seen partying with a famous dancer. The club situation is still not sorted out. WHY? The England player hasn't been on the field since he got in trouble before a game against Arsenal in August. The coach, Erik ten Hag, said Sancho isn't training well in a press conference, but Sancho disagreed in a post on social media. Sancho, henceforth, finds himself situated on the fringes of the United squad, residing in Manchester amidst uncertainties surrounding his future. Recent social media footage, as captured by the Daily Mail, depicts the 23-year-old reveling with Cocainna. Sancho is observed striking poses for the camera as they enjoy their time in an upscale restaurant and bar. DID YOU KNOW? Cocainna is a widely recognized figure on various social media platforms, amassing over a million followers collectively on her Instagram a

  Ex-Manchester United player Eric Bailly  is on the verge of a swift comeback to football following the termination of his contract by Besiktas. The team officially announced their separation from Bailly today through a concise statement on their X account. According to Fabrizio Romano , the center-back won't remain unattached for an extended period. Romano stated on X that Villarreal has been actively chasing Bailly since the previous week and has swiftly acted now that he's a free agent. The manager of Villarreal, Marcelino, is reportedly a fervent admirer of the defender. This marks Bailly's comeback to the Yellow Submarine, where he had an impressive one-year tenure from 2015 to 2016. His performance at that location convinced Manchester United to spend £30 million to acquire his services in the summer of 2016. In his initial season at Old Trafford, he secured victories in the League Cup and Europa League. However, a series of injury setbacks impeded his development in

Ten Hag emphasized that he remains calm about his job stability at Manchester United, even with Sir Jim Ratcliffe's acquisition, as INEOS expresses a desire to work with him. Ten Hag conveyed his confidence in his ongoing tenure at United, emphasizing a mutual understanding with INEOS. He praised the incoming investment, labeling it a "positive development." Addressing the recent developments, the Dutch tactician expressed enthusiasm about collaborating with the new co-owners, particularly Ratcliffe, who acquired a 25% stake in the club for a reported $1.3 billion. Despite facing pressure due to United's inconsistent form this season, Ten Hag remains optimistic and looks forward to engaging in discussions and meetings with the new investors in the coming days. WHAT TEN HAG SAID Speaking to reporters, Ten Hag said: "As you said, the schedule is so condensed, so I haven't had the time so far to speak with them, but it will come, and I look forward [to it]. They

  Manchester United is prepared to present a proposal for the French national, Youssouf Fofana, as per sources. With Sofyan Amrabat and Casemiro facing challenges in Erik ten Hag's team, the Monaco standout valued at £26 million could serve as a viable alternative. Manchester United is set to pursue Monaco's £26 million-rated Youssouf Fofana. United is actively seeking an additional midfielder due to Casemiro's absence caused by an injury. Sofyan Amrabat, on loan from Fiorentina, hasn't made a significant impact at United this season. The midfield hasn't been doing well this season, and Ten Hag is planning to get new players in the upcoming year. As per Caught Offside, the Red Devils are keeping an eye on Fofana to possibly make an offer. At a cost of only £26m, the 24-year-old would be a great deal. Now, Man Utd and Monaco just need to work out an agreement in the next few weeks. Fofana played a crucial role for Monaco this season, featuring in all 15 of his Ligue

  ZLATAN IBRAHIMOVIC basked in the sunshine while savoring a Christmas vacation in Florida. The individual, aged 42, undressed to his swimwear while at Miami Beach on Boxing Day. Zlatan Ibrahimovic sported his swim shorts and fashionable shades during his time at Miami Beach, as captured by Splash. The retired star was seen playing Football Credit: The Mega Agency He enjoyed the sun on Boxing Day. Credit: Splash. Zlatan went swimming in the sea. Credit: Splash . Ibrahimovic concluded  his football career at the conclusion of the previous season but demonstrated his enduring abilities while casually playing with a ball on the sandy terrain. Additionally, he was observed purchasing a beverage at a bar, taking a swim in the sea, and graciously posing for pictures with enthusiasts. The Swede was accompanied by his relatives, including his spouse Helena Seger, in Miami. Ibrahimovic has flown to the United States, stepping away from his recent football position. The former Manchester United