What the papers say
Bayern Munich defender Matthijs de Ligt wants to join Manchester United immediately, according to Sky Sports.
Fellow Dutchman Joshua Zirkzee will head to Manchester ahead of his United medical, which is to take place on Friday, with the Daily Mail reporting that the Red Devils will fork out more than the forward’s £34million release clause.
The United States national team have their eyes set on former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp as their main target to replace former coach Gregg Berhalter, says the Independent.
Social media round-up
🚨🔵 EXCL: Como have opened talks to sign 32 year old left back Alberto Moreno as free agent.
Varane talks progressing and Como want also Moreno, former Liverpool LB open to joining Cesc Fabregas’ side. pic.twitter.com/iJvbzEVk1t
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 11, 2024
🚨🦅 Ángel Di Maria will stay at Benfica for one more season, agreement sealed today.
Decision confirmed on both sides as Benfica wanted him to stay and El Fidéo accepted the proposal. 🇦🇷
Di Maria will leave Argentina national team next week but staying at Benfica until 2025. pic.twitter.com/3domwSS6gH
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 11, 2024
Players to watch
Eberechi Eze: Crystal Palace are determined not to sell the 26-year-old winger to Tottenham or Manchester United, writes Football Insider.
Casemiro: Al-Ittihad are in talks with the Manchester United midfielder, reports L’Equipe.
Moussa Diaby: Al-Ittihad are closing in on clinching a deal for the Aston Villa winger, reports Yahoo.
