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Gary Neville has accused Mino Raiola of snubbing Manchester United's offer for Erling Haaland because joining Borussia Dortmund benefitted him financially.Haaland has developed into one of the best strikers on the planet since completing a £17million move to Dortmund in January 2020, scoring an astonishing 70 goals in 69 appearances for the German club.Prior to the transfer, reports suggested United were in pole position to bring him to Old Trafford, meaning it came as somewhat of a surprise when he instead opted for Signal Iduna Park.And Dortmund CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke has sensationally claimed the Red Devils put a better offer on the table for Haaland."Our offer for Haaland was not the best," Watzke admitted in an interview with German

Borussia Dortmund's chief executive has hit out at "bulls**t" transfer speculation regarding the future of Norwegian striker Erling Haaland.

Manchester United could use the current focus on Norway star Erling Haaland to sign his Borussia Dortmund team-mate Jadon Sancho following interest last summer.The England forward is currently on the sidelines through injury and missed the latest international break having been named as the Bundesliga player of the month for February.Following a tricky start to the new season after links to United, Sancho has bounced back with six goals and six assists across 10 fixtures in the league.Dortmund CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke has now reiterated his stance over outgoing deals - noting that exceptional bids will always be discussed with the player and his agent.Watzke said when asked about potential transfers for star forwards Haaland and Sancho this

straight to your inbox every day for freeHere are your Manchester United evening headlines for Monday, January 4.Borussia Dortmund CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke conceded that Jadon Sancho expected to move clubs last summer when United made a concerted effort to sign the right-winger.Sancho was United's number one priority entering the summer window, but any deal was scuppered by financial concerns amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Borussia Dortmund CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke has appeared to confirm the club turned down a “big, valuable” offer from Manchester United for Jadon Sancho, while admitting the coronavirus pandemic may force them into selling in the near future.United’s long-winded pursuit of Sancho dominated the summer transfer window, with Dortmund refusing to budge on their £108million asking price.As a result, the Red Devils turned their attention to late deals for Facundo Pellistri and Amad Traore - although the latter won’t join them until January.Reports suggest they could come back in for Sancho, who was previously on the books of arch-rivals Manchester City, when the summer market reopens next year.And Watzke has hinted that the effects of the

Borussia Dortmund CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke has told Manchester United they "misjudged" their pursuit of Jadon Sancho.

straight to your inboxJadon Sancho has no issues with staying at Borussia Dortmund amid interest from Manchester United, according to his teammate Roman Burki.The 20-year-old is a priority target for the United who have been unable to reach an agreement with Dortmund so far this summer. Dortmund have repeatedly insisted Sancho will not leave the club this summer with club CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke providing the latest update on his future.Dortmund posted losses of £45million in their preliminary accounts for the 2019/20 season but Watzke insisted the club are under no pressure to cash in on Sancho.He said: "We weren’t in a situation where we had to sell at any cost.

Borussia Dortmund CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke has played down reports that Manchester United are closing in on a deal to sign Jadon Sancho.

straight to your inbox Borussia Dortmund CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke has denied reports Manchester United are in advanced talks to sign Jadon Sancho this summer. MEN Sport reported on Tuesday that United are prepared to walk away from a deal for the England international and have not agreed personal terms with Sancho's representatives or a fee with Dortmund, who are believed to be holding out for £108million.

Borussia Dortmund CEO Hans-Joachim Watzke has issued a firm warning to Man Utd that they will not be invited on a "bargain tour" in their pursuit of Jadon Sancho.

Borussia Dortmund supremo Hans-Joachim Watzke has suggested he won’t stand in Jadon Sancho’s if the Premier League’s elite come calling.

Manchester United’s bid to land Jadon Sancho this summer remains in limbo.