Pep Guardiola has warned Manchester United over their proposed transfer pursuit for Harry Kane - although the Manchester City manager has also told Erik ten Hag in glowing terms exactly what he would be getting if United are able to sign the England captain this summer.
Having allowed Cristiano Ronaldo to leave mid-season, United have bided their time to find a worthy replacement as Ten Hag now prepares to test Kane and Tottenham's resolve when the transfer market reopens.
Now that feeling is a little close to home for Guardiola. City were, of course, priced out of their 2021 move for Kane and waited 12 months before snapping-up Erling Haaland instead.
United will have to succeed where City failed to get the better of Tottenham chairman - and fearsome negotiator - Daniel Levy in the boardroom when any discussions commence. READ MORE: Injury round-up and return dates However, two summers ago the odds were stacked in his favour.
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