Manchester United get major Cody Gakpo transfer boost

Cristiano Ronaldo reportedly has only two exit routes out of Manchester United if he wishes to leave the club.

Lisandro Martinez put in a brilliant display for Manchester United away at Southampton on Saturday afternoon and his statistics speak for themselves.

Manchester United. The French striker, who missed yesterday’s trip to Southampton with an Achilles injury, made his first league appearance in more than a year as a second-half sub in the United's unexpected 2-1 victory over Liverpool.Martial, 26, is the penultimate year of his existing £270,000-a-week contract at Old Trafford meaning he could become a cut-price target next summer should he enjoy a successful season. READ MORE: Amir Khan meets Sir Alex Ferguson - but has to copy and paste Wikipedia to say who he is That’s why the United hierarchy want to protect their investment by handing the ex-Monaco hitman, who cost £55million in September 2015, an additional two years.That was not an issue before Erik ten Hag took over the managerial reins with Martial having failed to nail down a first-team place under a succession of bosses.The former Lyon forward has often started the season well at Old Trafford only to hit a barren patch or suffer an injury and then find himself dumped on the bench.Does Martial deserve a new deal? Let us know in the comments sectionUnited will be wary of any repeat of that occurring this term but, by all accounts Martial, at times labelled moody in England, is a rejuvenated figure under Dutchman ten Hag.One source said: “The player has a spring in his step step and genuinely seems pleased to be at United.” That is great news for the new head coach and club as they attempt to end their reliance for goals on ageing hitman Cristiano Ronaldo.

Manchester Unted defender Tyrell Malacia has claimed it’s an 'honour' to get compliments from club legends like Rio Ferdinand and Patrice Evra.

Manchester United did something they haven't been able to do in a long time vs Southampton according to Rio Ferdinand. United played out a relatively-even first half with their hosts at a warm St Mary's. Christian Eriksen went closest for the away side during a goalmouth scramble but somehow Southampton survived.

Bruno Fernandes has urged Manchester United's dressing room to maintain high standards for the rest of the season.

Manchester United were snubbed of a chance of grabbing the opening goal after some resolute Southampton defending in the side's Premier League clash.At St Mary’s Stadium on 18 minutes, hearts were in mouths as United forged a number of opportunities on goal, only for the Saints' defense to keep each one out in quick succession.It began when Diogo Dalot whipped the ball into the Southampton box. Bruno Fernandes’ header was mistimed, but the ball fell kindly to Anthony Elanga, whose first shot was well saved by Gavin Bazunu.

Erik ten Hag has named an unchanged Manchester United team for Southampton because he wanted to show trust in the players that started against Liverpool.

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has explained his decision to start Casemiro on the bench vs Southampton.

Manchester United target Antony has slammed the Ajax board in a scathing interview before demanding they let him leave.United have targeted the Brazilian all summer, and Ajax rejected the Red Devils' latest bid of £76.3million, sparking outrage from the winger. And Antony has now blasted the Amsterdam-based side in an interview with transfer guru Fabrizio Romano.He said: “Since February of this year, my agents came to Amsterdam to inform Ajax of my desire to leave the club to face new challenge and that some interested clubs would arrive and with them, certainly a great offer.READ MORE: Casemiro asked why he swapped Real Madrid to play Europa League football with Man Utd"In June of this year, I interrupted my vacation and came personally to inform the managers of Ajax, including new coach, about my wish to leave and that they should consider this possibility, because it was a project for 2 seasons.“During the window months, meetings continued and I also received a proposal from Ajax for contract renewal.

Manchester United may let Anthony Elanga leave on loan if they sign Antony - with a fellow Premier League club reportedly interested in the move.The Red Devils are yet to add any firepower to their attack in the summer transfer window but are trying to get a deal over the line for Ajax winger Antony before next week's Transfer Deadline Day.Personal terms have been agreed with the 22-year-old, whose agents have begun house hunting for him in Cheshire. Should the two clubs settle on a fee, which is believed to be around the £80m mark, then Erik ten Hag could be willing to ship Elanga out for the season.READ MORE: Man Utd CEO Richard Arnold 'confirms' new transfer when responding to fanThat's according to the Daily Mail, who claim Everton are lining up him as late addition.

These are your Manchester United evening headlines for Thursday, August 24.

Manchester United are reportedly preparing a 'take it or leave it' transfer offer for PSV Eindhoven's Cody Gakpo.

Patrica Evra asked Manchester United fans to "forget me" after Rio Ferdinand drew comparisons between the Frenchman and new defender Tyrell Malacia

Casemiro has revealed that Manchester United's directors played a key role in bringing him to the club this summer.

Ajax star Antony is already house hunting in Manchester after agreeing a five-year contract with Erik ten Hag’s side, according to reports. Antony has been on Manchester United’s radar throughout the summer. Ten Hag wants a reunion with the Brazilian who scored 12 goals and provided 10 assists under him at Ajax last term.

Jurgen Klopp has explained why he grabbed Bruno Fernandes' neck following Liverpool's crushing 2-1 defeat to Manchester United.The Red Devils leapfrogged their arch-rivals in the Premier League table with a classy performance on Monday evening (August 22), as goals from Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford claimed a first win of the Erik ten Hag era.But, following the full-time whistle, opposing manager Klopp, 55, appeared to take issue with United's stand-in captain Fernandes, who was ridiculed during the contest for a blatant dive in the Liverpool penalty area as well as refusing to hand the ball back while already on a yellow card.READ MORE: Liverpool fans rage seeing Anthony Martial tell Man Utd ball boy to slow downThe Portuguese wind-up merchant was slammed by fans online with many believing he should have been sent for an early bath. "May be the most embarrassing thing I’ve ever seen from Bruno Fernandes," commented one fan on his horrendous dive.A second agreed: "That dive by Bruno Fernandes is diabolical.

Liverpool centre-back Virgil van Dijk correctly predicted that their visit to Old Trafford on Monday evening would create the perfect environment for Manchester United to turn their early-season fortunes around.

Liverpool fans have been left raging after seeing Anthony Martial tell a Manchester United ball boy to slow down. United claimed their first win of the new Premier League season on Monday night as they beat rivals Liverpool at Old Trafford thanks to goals from Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford.