Rio Ferdinand highlights Robert Lewandowski factor that could entice Manchester United

Manchester United have received a transfer boost after Robert Lewandowski’s agent admitted that Bayern Munich are yet to begin discussions with the striker over a new contract.Lewandowski is under contract with Bayern until June 2023, but his future remains the subject of speculation as the summer transfer window moves closer. The Polish striker has yet to receive assurances from Bayern, despite scoring 43 goals in just 36 appearances in all competitions for the German club this season.The 33-year-old shows no sign of slowing down, having finished second to Lionel Messi in the running for the 2021 Ballon d’Or.

Marcus Rashford has apologised after footage emerged of him confronting a number of angry Manchester United supporters in the aftermath of their 1-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid in the Champions League on Tuesday night.The video, which has been doing the rounds on social media all day, appears to show the 24-year-old raising his middle finger at a group of fans who had gathered outside Old Trafford after the game. Rashford denies doing this however, and took to Twitter to explain his actions, claiming he'd been "heckled" from the minute he stepped out of the ground."I want to clarify two things," the United forward wrote.

Marcus Rashford and insisted Manchester United need to stop picking him.Rashford is suffering one of the worst slumps of his career so far following a woeful run of performances. The England winger has struggled to hold down a regular place in the United starting line up this season and scored just five goals. He missed the first two months of the season following a shoulder operation, but has looked a shadow of his former self since returning to fitness.

Newcastle are planning a move for Manchester United 'target' Darwin Nunez during the summer transfer window, according to reports.

Out-of-sorts Marcus Rashford has been told copying Edinson Cavani and Cristiano Ronaldo could save his Manchester United career, according to Frank McAvennie.

Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane has urged Marcus Rashford to simplify his game and take his opportunity after being handed a rare start.

Barcelona are reportedly 'planning' a deal to sign Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford this summer.

Manchester United fans are hoping to see Paul Pogba and Marcus Rashford make the most of their opportunities against Tottenham this afternoon.

Manchester United will be without Bruno Fernandes for the Premier League against Tottenham through illness, but David de Gea is available after recording a false positive Covid-19 test.

Gary Neville has pinpointed three reasons why Marcus Rashford should stay at Manchester United and told the club to "sort it out". Rashford is understood to have be considering his future at Old Trafford after being frustrated not to start last Sunday's 4-1 loss to Manchester City.The 24-year-old has started just two of United's last 11 Premier League matches and is at risk of losing his place in the England squad ahead of the World Cup later this year.However, former United defender Neville has urged Rashford to stay and named three reasons why it is important he does for both player and club.Neville took to Twitter on Saturday morning to address Rashford's situation, writing: "Rashford.

Dimitar Berbatov is predicting a tight game between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League's late kick-off this evening.

Gary Neville has branded Marcus Rashford potentially leaving Manchester United a 'lose/lose' scenario for all involved.

Manchester United are interested in signing Bayern Munich star Robert Lewandowski, according to reports.

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Micah Richards has left Thierry Henry flabbergasted with his audacious take over Karim Benzema.The Real Madrid forward ransacked Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League on Wednesday night, putting three past in the second half to overturn a two-deficit and ultimately win the game.But some felt Richards, on pundit duty for CBS Sports, bemused some with his subsequent praise of the 34-year-old.In particular, Henry, who was stunned the former Manchester City defender had only realised how good Benzema was until six months ago.On Benzema, Richards said: "But now, he's convinced me."Henry responded: "Just now?"Richards added: "Of late, in the last six months. He's convinced that he's up there with Harry Kane and Robert Lewandowski."Henry, clearly shocked, said: "Wow.

Manchester United have made initial enquiries about signing Lyon forward Moussa Dembele in the summer transfer window. It comes after Ralf Rangnick advised United to look at signing a younger striker at the end of the season.

Aston Villa shot-stopper Emiliano Martinez has revealed growing up he only knew of Arsenal and Manchester United.

The dust appears to be settling on last weekend's Manchester derby, as Manchester United prepare for their next Premier League fixture against Spurs on Saturday.

Dimitar Berbatov believes Marcus Rashford should wait and see who will become Manchester United's next manager before making a decision on his future.

Marcus Rashford not to quit Manchester United.Rashford is said to be considering his future following a miserable season that has seen him struggle to hold down a place in the United side.The England striker has scored just five goals and started two of the last 11 games in all competitions.Rashford is worried his lack of game time will cost him a place in England's World Cup squad - and is looking at his possible options this summer as he gets set to enter the final 12 months of his current deal at Old Trafford.Former United star Berbatov admits the 24-year-old is right to be considering a change, but believes he needs to think long and hard about turning his back on a club like United."It's understandable that Rashford wants to start games and, if he's still not being picked by the end of the season, I'd expect him to be considering his future at the club," Berbatov told Betfair."But he needs to remember that there will be another manager in charge next season and players who haven't had a look -in under (Ralf) Rangnick will get another chance."So it's a bit too soon for Rashford to be thinking about leaving for another club."Berbatov recalls the time he decided he wanted out of United back in 2012 and made his feelings clear to then-manager Sir Alex Ferguson, which left the Scot less than impressed.He added: "It's disappointing when you are left out. I experienced it and it wasn't pleasant.

Manchester City fans have been reacting after Liverpool narrowly progressed through to the Champions League quarter-finals with a 2-1 aggregate win over Inter Milan.