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Robin van Persie has praised Manchester United for their approach to the Europa League play off clash with Barcelona and suggested that he expects more entertainment in the second leg.

Bayer Leverkusen defender Jeremie Frimpong is among three defenders that Manchester United are eyeing as Aaron Wan-Bissaka's replacement, according to a report.

Manchester United are reportedly confident they can offload Jadon Sancho to Borussia Dortmund this summer.

Manchester United target Frenkie de Jong has been labelled the "best midfielder in the world" by Barcelona teammate Ronald Araujo.

Former Manchester United striker Robin van Persie has lauded the impact of both Raphael Varane and Casemiro in Thursday night's Europa League win over Barcelona.

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Barcelona defender Jules Kounde has said his controversial challenge on Marcus Rashford was a '50/50' last week.

Manchester United welcome Barcelona to Old Trafford on Thursday with both teams carrying a chance of progressing to the last 16 of the UEFA Europa League. Courtesy of a Marcus Rashford strike and Jules Kounde's own goal, United emerged from Spain with an impressive 2-2 draw in the first leg of their knockout tie and were unfortunate to not win the game.

Xavi has insisted his Barcelona side will "be brave" on Thursday when they step out at Old Trafford to face Manchester United.

Xavi has named four players his Barcelona side need to watch out for on Thursday night as he praised Erik ten Hag for the improvements he's made at Old Trafford this season.

Manchester United return to Premier League action against Leicester City on Sunday after the pulsating 2-2 draw at Barcelona in midweek.

Barcelona winger Raphinha has apologised for his furious reaction to being substituted in Thursday night's 2-2 draw against Manchester United.

Barcelona's Raphinha was left scratching his head after David de Gea not only stopped his long-range rocket - but plucked it out of the air with ease.The former Leeds United forward, who joined Barcelona for an initial fee of £50million in the summer, was looking to hit back after Marcus Rashford's equaliser but came up against an inspired Manchester United goalkeeper.Having lined up a strike from long range, the Brazil international got everything behind it but was left scratching the top of his head after it was easily dealt with.READ MORE: Marcus Rashford now being dubbed 'world's best player' who could win Ballon d'OrOne tweet said: "Raphinha's reaction to David De Gea just catching his 100mph shot is priceless."A second said: "Lol I actually laughed here. It was at this moment he knew he had to score." And a third chuckled: "Here come the memes."Who will progress after the second-leg? Give us your thoughts in the comments section below.Having scored an equalising goal after Jules Kounde put through his own net, the 26-year-old was furious to be subbed off by Xavi with the game ending 2-2.Having looked fuming while walking off, he punched and kicked the seat in front after finding his spot on the substitute's bench.His manager was then asked about the reaction, saying that he had indeed received an apology but hadn't called for one from the passionate star.Xavi said after the game: "I understand Raphinha’s frustration, I was also angry when I used to be substituted.

Manchester United and Barcelona shared the spoils in an absolutely thrilling contest at the Camp Nou.Marcus Rashford was magnificent yet again, scoring one and playing a major part in the other - an own goal from Jules Kounde - though the strikes were cancelled out by two ex-Premier League stars in Marcos Alonso and Raphinha.Despite failing to nab the victory, United put in a scintillating performance that was especially impressive considering it came against one of the most in-form teams in Europe - who by the way have only conceded seven league goals all season.Here, Daily Star Sport runs through the things we feel Erik Ten Hag got right and wrong on the night, starting with what he got right.READ MORE: Sir Alex Ferguson fumed at 'stupidest question ever heard' after Barcelona beat Man UtdWout Weghorst has surprised a lot of people since joining United last month, but no one could have expected him to produce a midfield masterclass at the Camp Nou.The giant Dutchman was deployed as make-shift No.10, providing much-needed physical protection while United were off the ball before streaming up to join Rashford in attack when they won it back.Despite lacking the technical quality of midfield opponents Frenkie de Jong, Pedri and Gavi, Weghorst looked every bit a natural out there, making Ten Hag's decision to play him in midfield look like a stroke of genius.Will Man United win the second leg? Let us know what you think in the comments section below.The transformation of Marcus Rashford under Ten Hag has been nothing short of jaw-dropping.The 25-year-old has now scored 14 goals in his last 16 games, a feat he could have barely even imagined achieving over the past couple of seasons.He's now turned into the superstar he

Barcelona midfielder Gavi will miss the Europa League play-off second-leg clash with Manchester United after picking up his third booking in Europe this season.

Jason Cummings has revealed Kylian Mbappe snubbed his offer to swap shirts.

La Liga have raised Barcelona's spending limit by £700million, ending a period of being in a spending deficit despite already splashing the cash. The Blaugrana have managed to clear up their financial woes after selling huge chunks of assets at the club to various companies.

Barcelona star Gavi is heating up, with Bayern Munich now joining the race after both Liverpool and Manchester United have shown interest in the 18-year-old.The Spaniard is yet to sign a new contract at Barcelona, and with his deal expiring at the end of the season the Nou Camp bosses are starting to sweat over his future. Gavi has reportedly already knocked back approaches from the club over a new deal, and was said to have rallied against the potential signing of Bernardo Silva from Manchester City.But Gavi may have his heart set on a summer move, and according to BILD, Bayern are keen to bring the Spaniard to the Allianz Arena and replicate their signing of Thiago from the Nou Camp back in 2013.

Manchester United have held exploratory talks with Barcelona about signing right-back Sergino Dest on a season-long loan.

Barcelona manager Xavi is not giving up on signing Bernardo Silva from Manchester City but accepts it will be difficult to get a deal done after Pep Guardiola ruled out selling the Portuguese last week.

Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva would undoubtedly enhance Barcelona’s assets, but a move is unlikely to materialise, according to a former Blues player.