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Manchester United out of Hummels race
The Red Devils look set to miss out on Borussia Dortmund’s Mats Hummels. The centre-back would apparently prefer a move to Premier League rivals Arsenal, reports the Express.
United have long been linked to the World Cup winner, but it seems that Arsenal may now swoop at the last minute.
However, United are in the race for Aymeric Laporte
Athletic Bilbao centre-back Aymeric Laporte could be on his way to Old Trafford, according to the Metro.
Man Utd have reportedly lined up a bid for the Spanish star. However, there may be competition for the centre-back’s signing, with his performances catching the attention of a number of top clubs.
Louis van Gaal admits that he has changed the system too much
The Dutch manager has admitted that his constant changing of the system at the Red Devils has adversely affected the team’s performance, reports the Mirror.
When asked about how much he has changed the side’s formation he answered, “It’s too much, I agree.”
Saido Berahino signs new contract to ward off interest from Manchester United
The young English forward is set to sign a new contract at West Brom to reward his great form, reports the London Evening Standard.
The deal will apparently increase his wages to £40,000 a week, and the Baggies also hope it will keep him at the club amid interest from Manchester United, Liverpool, and Everton.
Luke Shaw is going to ‘prove everybody wrong]
The England left-back has promised to prove his critics wrong, according to the Mirror.
The 19-year-old played well in United’s win over Crystal Palace on Saturday.
“You could say that criticism made me stronger because obviously you read it and everyone gets involved in media and what people say, so it’s something that inspired me to push harder, work harder, train harder and prove people wrong and I’ve had a few good games.”