Pau Torres comment might change Manchester United's transfer plans despite interest

Manchester United's hopes of signing soon-to-be free agent Christian Eriksen this summer have been handed a timely boost.

West Ham United were reportedly very close to signing Darwin Nunez for a cut-price fee in January before Liverpool's club-record switch this summer.The free-scoring Uruguayan, 22, was unveiled as the Reds' latest acquisition on Tuesday (June 14) after putting pen to paper on a six-year deal. Liverpool are believed to have paid an initial £64million fee to prise him away from Benfica but that figure could reach £85m - eclipsing the current £75m club-record deal for Virgil van Dijk - dependent on a range of bonuses.Upset by Sadio Mane's impending exit to Bayern Munich, the Merseysiders moved quickly to replace their Senegalese star in the biggest move of the summer window so far.

Manchester United's hopes of beating Liverpool to a deal for Darwin Nunez earlier this year were unexpectedly and bizarrely dashed - after Benfica president Rui Costa postponed a transfer meeting due to food poisoning.United were one of a host of top European clubs who were mulling over a mega-money move for Nunez, who struck an incredible 26 league goals in 28 games for the Portuguese giants last year. But it was Liverpool who beat their Premier League rivals to a deal for the 22-year-old who put pen-to-paper at Anfield last week.Almost a week on from Nunez's £85million switch to the Reds, fresh details have emerged about the deal - including how United's hopes of stealing a march in the race for the Uruguayan hotshot were dented by an unusual excuse.According to The Athletic, the United hierarchy were set to hold talks with Costa before Nunez bagged goals in both legs of Benfica's Champions League quarter-final clash with Liverpool.

While Liverpool, Manchester City and Tottenham Hotspur have wasted no time in splashing the cash in this summer's transfer window so far, all has been calm at Old Trafford.

Erik Ten Hag's plans for Manchester United could crumble if the club fails to sign midfield targets Frenkie de Jong and Christian Eriksen this summer.The new United boss has told the higher-ups at Old Trafford that the midfield duo will be the focal point of the team as they look to return to the top four next season. After Jurrien Timber told his ex-boss he doesn't want to join him in Manchester before the World Cup and Liverpool beat the Red Devils to the signature of highly-rated Uruguayan forward Darwin Nunez it's becoming clear that the Dutch manager's plans aren't exactly coming together.

Liverpool ahead of Manchester United. The former Red Devils man took to Twitter to deliver his verdict about the new man on Merseyside.

Premier League spent a combined £75million - Liverpool surpassed that total with Darwin Nunez alone. But even more eye-opening deals saw Rivaldo swap Brazil for Deportivo La Coruna for £5.4million.

Manchester United legends Gary Neville and Paul Scholes have already given their verdict on the possible arrival of Christian Eriksen at Old Trafford this summer.

Cristiano Ronaldo has been backed to beat Erling Haaland in the race for next season’s Golden Boot.

Gary Neville has been left worried about the transfer dealings at Manchester United after Manchester City and Liverpool secured blockbuster deals for Erling Haaland and Darwin Nunez respectively. The Red Devils are yet to make a notable move in the market following the arrival of Erik ten Hag with links to Frenkie de Jong cooling despite the funds made available by the departure of Paul Pogba.

Aberdeen have struck a club-record deal with Liverpool to sell rising teenage star Calvin Ramsay.

Liverpool have officially left Manchester United in the dust by announcing the signing of Darwin Nunez.The striker has completed his move to Anfield after Reds chiefs shrugged off the competition from their arch rivals to secure the £85million transfer. Nunez was targeted by United but they couldn't compete in the negotiations for his signature.It's a kick in the teeth for Erik ten Hag's Red Devils - and it's not the first time they've been pipped to a signing by their Premier League counterparts.

Spice Girls star Geri Horner will receive an honorary doctorate award from Sheffield Hallam University for her work championing children, young people and women’s rights.The 49-year-old singer, known to fans as Ginger Spice, will collect her award at a degree ceremony in November, where more than 12,000 students will be graduating from the university this year.Geri said it was a ‘great privilege’ to be honoured and described education as a ‘superpower’.‘I sincerely believe education is a superpower, supporting young people with the confidence, perspective and experience to pursue their life goals and dreams,’ she exclaimed.‘I’m delighted to receive the award and very much look forward to returning to Sheffield Hallam for the graduation ceremony later this year.’She recently visited the campus to meet vice-chancellor, Professor Sir Chris Husbands, and students in media, arts and communication.‘Geri Halliwell-Horner’s contribution to raising the aspirations of children and young people alongside her commitment to promoting women’s rights align closely with the university’s mission to transform lives,’ Sir Chris enthused.‘I am delighted that she has accepted our offer to award her an honorary doctorate in recognition of her philanthropic work, and look forward to welcoming her to our community.’Darwin Nunez explains decision to pick Liverpool over Manchester United'We should send you to Rwanda' emerging as new racist slur ahead of deportationsNetflix announces real-life Squid Game competition show with biggest ever cash prizeGeri shot to fame in the 1990s as part of the Spice Girls, who scored nine number one singles and two number one albums during their pomp.She is also vice-patron of Breast Cancer Care, inaugural

Manchester United supporters have been expressing their concerns over the club’s lack of transfer activity after Liverpool confirmed the signing of Darwin Nunez.

Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane is relishing the challenge of competing with new Manchester City star Erling Haaland in pursuit of the Premier League Golden Boot next season.

Liverpool have reportedly tabled a £60million bid for Leeds winger Raphinha as they look to bolster their forward line further after convincing Darwin Nunez to move to Anfield. The Reds are on the verge of capturing Benfica star Nunez, 22, for £64million, although that could rise to £85million with future adds-ons.

Tottenham's resurgence under Antonio Conte last season bagging 23 goals to help his side to a Champions League berth. Son's goals were enough to see him finish as the league's joint-top goalscorer alongside Mohamed Salah.However, his latest season hasn't been enough to impress his dad: Son Woong-jung.

Liverpool - pending a medical - after the Reds have agreed a deal for the Uruguayan with Benfica.According to The Times, Liverpool will pay an initial €75million (£64million) for Nunez. And a further £12.8million could be paid based on appearances, while Benfica could pocket another £8.5million depending on Liverpool's success with Nunez in their ranks.Nunez wasn't part of the Uruguayan side for their friendly with Panama on Saturday, he was instead in Madrid.

Harry Maguire will hold showdown talks with Erik Ten Hag in a bid to remain as Manchester United captain. Maguire endured a torrid season with United that saw him made a scapegoat for the team's woeful campaign.

Anthony Martial’s loan spell with Sevilla has been labelled a 'fiasco' by Spanish media as speculation over his Manchester United future continues to mount.

Liverpool's director of football, Julian Ward, has reportedly flown to Portugal as the Reds continue to track Benfica star Darwin Nunez.Nunez has drawn suitors from across Europe, but Liverpool look to be in pole position to land the Uruguayan. According to The Times, Ward is on the Iberian Peninsula to try and convince Benfica to drop their asking price to £60million.Benfica are currently asking for £68million plus add-ons, which could take the total fee up to £85million.