themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-07--Coronavirus LIVE updates as PM criticised over “cowardly” care home comments

Boris Johnson has claimed that “ too many ” care homes did not properly follow procedures during the coronavirus pandemic .
The Prime Minister 's statement has since been branded as “ clumsy and cowardly ” by a sector leader .
Mr Johnson 's comments came after he was asked what he made of NHS chief executive Sir Simon Stevens ’ desire to see plans to adequately fund the adult social care sector within a year .
He responded : “ One of the things the crisis has shown is we need to think about how we organise our social @ @ @ @ @ @ @ sure we look after people better who are in social care .
“ We discovered too many care homes didn ’ t really follow the procedures in the way that they could have but we ’ re learning lessons the whole time.
” Mark Adams , chief executive of the charity Community Integrated Care , said that he was “ unbelievably disappointed ” to hear the Prime Minister blaming care workers .
He told BBC Radio 4 ’ s Today programme : “ I think this – at best – was clumsy and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with you , if this is genuinely his view , I think we ’ re almost entering a Kafkaesque alternative reality where the Government set the rules , we follow them , they don ’ t like the results and they then deny setting the rules and blame the people that were trying to do their best .
Mr Adams said while most people were in lockdown , 1.6 million “ brave ” social care workers were putting their own health and lives at risk by going to work to protect people ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ He added : “ And then to get the most senior man in the country turning round and blaming them on what has been an absolute travesty of leadership from the Government , I just think it is appalling.
” However Business Secretary Alok Sharma said Mr Johnson had been pointing out that no-one had known what the correct procedures were .
“ The Prime Minister is certainly not blaming care homes , ” the Cabinet minister told Today .
Follow for live updates on the pandemic across the UK below .

A further 40 people have died in hospitals across the UK, according to the latest daily figures.
NHS England say 36 people, who tested positive for COVID-19 have died, bringing the total number of confirmed reported deaths in hospitals in England to 28,940.
Patients were aged between 53 and 98 years old, NHS England said.
Public Health Wales said a further three people had died after testing positive for Covid-19, taking the total number of deaths to 1,534, while the total cases recorded in Wales increased by seven to 15,900.
No new deaths have been recorded with Covid-19 in Northern Ireland, the Department of Health said, leaving the total number of people who have died at 554.
Another five positive cases have been notified since Monday, bringing the total confirmed cases in the region to 5,761, according to the department.
Meanwhile, Boris Johnson has claimed that “too many” care homes did not properly follow procedures during the coronavirus pandemic.
The Prime Minister's statement has since been branded as “clumsy and cowardly” by a sector leader.
Mr Johnson's comments came after he was asked what he made of NHS chief executive Sir Simon Stevens’ desire to see plans to adequately fund the adult social care sector within a year.
Follow for live updates on the pandemic across the UK below.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-07--Victor Lindelof gives Man United injury boost ahead of Aston Villa match

Victor Lindelof was among the Man United players pictured arriving at the AON Training Complex this morning to give the @ @ @ @ @ of Thursday 's Aston Villa match Victor Lindelof has arrived for training to give Manchester @ @ @ @ @ their trip to Aston Villa on Thursday .
The Swedish defender was substituted during Manchester @ @ @ @ @ on Saturday due to a back injury .
Manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said after the @ @ @ @ @ ( Lindelof ) struggled with his back but hopefully wo n't be too bad .
@ @ @ @ @ the AON Training Complex this morning suggests he may be in contention to play a @ @ @ @ @ League match , which is vital for United 's efforts to reach the top four @ @ @ @ @ the squad arriving at Carrington this morning below - pictures by Eamonn and James Clarke

Victor Lindelof was among the Man United players pictured arriving at the AON Training Complex this morning to give the Reds an injury boost ahead of Thursday's Aston Villa match
Victor Lindelof has arrived for training to give Manchester United a boost ahead of their trip to Aston Villa on Thursday.
The Swedish defender was substituted during Manchester United's win over Bournemouth on Saturday due to a back injury.
Manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said after the match: ""He (Lindelof) struggled with his back but hopefully won't be too bad."
Lindelof's arrival at the AON Training Complex this morning suggests he may be in contention to play a part in Thursday's Premier League match, which is vital for United's efforts to reach the top four.
See our pictures of the squad arriving at Carrington this morning below - pictures by Eamonn and James Clarke


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-07--Residents in shock after elderly man critically injured in house fire

A man in his 70s is in a critical condition in hospital following a house fire in Bolton .
The man was rescued from his burning house in Leigh Road , Daisy Hill , Westhoughton on Monday night .
Emergency services were called the house shortly after 6.50pm following reports of a fire .
Fire crews from Bolton Central , Atherton , Leigh , Hindley and Rochdale were scrambled to the scene , along with ambulances and the police .
An air ambulance also landed nearby .
The man was then taken to hospital , where he remains in a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` As soon as we realised what was happening we got the dogs out of the house as soon as possible .
`` We all had to evacuate while they checked our houses for any gas canisters .
They went in all our lofts .
`` My house really smells of smoke now .
`` We 're just waiting to hear how he is .
`` Two random heroes , who none of us know , ran around the back to try and get him out .
I 've not seen them @ @ @ @ @ @ @ : `` There was a massive bang when the windows went through .
`` Those two lads who came to his rescue want an award .
One of them stayed was just driving past and stayed with him until the ambulance came . ''
Fire crews extinguished the fire using three hose reels and six breathing apparatus .
They were in attendance for around two hours .
Greater Manchester Police ( GMP ) is conducting an investigation along with Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service .
A GMP spokesman said : `` Police @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in Bolton to reports of a fire at a property .
`` An elderly man was taken to hospital in a critical condition .
`` Investigation work is ongoing with Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service .
`` The road has since reopened .
`` Anyone with information should call police on 101 , quoting incident number 2427 of 06/07/20 .
Reports can also be made anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 . ''

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A man in his 70s is in a critical condition in hospital following a house fire in Bolton.
The man was rescued from his burning house in Leigh Road, Daisy Hill, Westhoughton on Monday night.
Emergency services were called the house shortly after 6.50pm following reports of a fire.
Fire crews from Bolton Central, Atherton, Leigh, Hindley and Rochdale were scrambled to the scene, along with ambulances and the police. An air ambulance also landed nearby.
(Image: MEN)
The man was then taken to hospital, where he remains in a critical condition.
Neighbour Kathleen Horrocks said: "As soon as we realised what was happening we got the dogs out of the house as soon as possible.
"We all had to evacuate while they checked our houses for any gas canisters. They went in all our lofts.
"My house really smells of smoke now.
"We're just waiting to hear how he is.
"Two random heroes, who none of us know, ran around the back to try and get him out. I've not seen them since though."
Another person said: "There was a massive bang when the windows went through.
"Those two lads who came to his rescue want an award. One of them stayed was just driving past and stayed with him until the ambulance came."
Fire crews extinguished the fire using three hose reels and six breathing apparatus. They were in attendance for around two hours.
(Image: MEN)
Greater Manchester Police (GMP) is conducting an investigation along with Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service.
A GMP spokesman said: "Police were called to Leigh Road, Westhoughton in Bolton to reports of a fire at a property.
"An elderly man was taken to hospital in a critical condition.
"Investigation work is ongoing with Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service.
"The road has since reopened.
"Anyone with information should call police on 101, quoting incident number 2427 of 06/07/20. Reports can also be made anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-07--Simon Gregson’s wedding fears due to on-screen serial husband Steve McDonald

Coronation Street ’ s Simon Gregson had a few wedding fears - and it ’ s all down to his on-screen character Steve McDonald .
Serial husband Steve has been married seven times to five different women – Vicky Arden , Karen Phillips , Becky Granger , Michelle Connor and Tracy Barlow .
Actor Simon , 45 , who has played Steve for 31 years , has walked down the aisle so many times that he was concerned that when doing it away from the ITV soap ‘ might not feel real ’ .
He also revealed that a venue @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had to be vetoed when they found out it had been used for another Corrie wedding .
Thankfully his fears were quickly set aside and Simon ’ s own wedding went by without a hitch when he married his wife Emma Gleave in 2010 .
The Mirror reports Simon said : `` The one thing I was concerned about was once you have filmed a wedding so many times and said those vows so many times I was worried that my own wedding might not feel real and might feel like I was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ were looking for venues we found a nice one and then they told us it was where Roy and Hayley had got married , so that venue was out because that would have felt like work .
`` But I soon realised that pretend emotions and real emotions are very different and my own wedding day was wonderful . ''
Simon ’ s on-screen vows are featured in an episode of Corrie ’ s memorable moments series , aptly entitled Coronation Street : Weddings .
Most recently Steve has made a life with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - and Simon thinks the pair are a perfect match .
He said : `` He has all these beautiful crazy women in his life but he has known Tracy since they were kids and they have a daughter together , they know each other inside out and they have both got a little bit of craziness going on .
`` They complement each other perfectly and , as much as they would love to wring each others ’ necks most of the time , I think deep down they are kind of @ @ @ @ @ @

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Coronation Street’s Simon Gregson had a few wedding fears - and it’s all down to his on-screen character Steve McDonald.
Serial husband Steve has been married seven times to five different women – Vicky Arden, Karen Phillips, Becky Granger, Michelle Connor and Tracy Barlow.
Actor Simon, 45, who has played Steve for 31 years, has walked down the aisle so many times that he was concerned that when doing it away from the ITV soap ‘might not feel real’.
He also revealed that a venue he and his wife-to-be were interested in had to be vetoed when they found out it had been used for another Corrie wedding.
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Thankfully his fears were quickly set aside and Simon’s own wedding went by without a hitch when he married his wife Emma Gleave in 2010.
The Mirror reports Simon said: "The one thing I was concerned about was once you have filmed a wedding so many times and said those vows so many times I was worried that my own wedding might not feel real and might feel like I was working.
(Image: ITV)
"In fact when we were looking for venues we found a nice one and then they told us it was where Roy and Hayley had got married, so that venue was out because that would have felt like work.
"But I soon realised that pretend emotions and real emotions are very different and my own wedding day was wonderful."
Simon’s on-screen vows are featured in an episode of Corrie’s memorable moments series, aptly entitled Coronation Street: Weddings.
Most recently Steve has made a life with Tracy Barlow - for a second time - and Simon thinks the pair are a perfect match.
He said: "He has all these beautiful crazy women in his life but he has known Tracy since they were kids and they have a daughter together, they know each other inside out and they have both got a little bit of craziness going on.
"They complement each other perfectly and, as much as they would love to wring each others’ necks most of the time, I think deep down they are kind of made for each other.”
Coronation Street: Weddings airs Monday July 13 at 8.30pm on ITV.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-07--Man United have five specialists for their new secret weapon

`` Bruno Fernandes will always score , he always scores , '' muttered Leicester forward Kelechi Iheanacho as he checked the Manchester United result on his phone on Saturday afternoon .
Leicester had just breathed much needed life into their top-four bid with victory over Crystal Palace at the King Power Stadium , but their players were wary that a win for United saw their current three-point lead maintained rather than extended .
If both sides manage to maintain form over the next few weeks we could be set for an almighty showdown on the final day of the Premier @ @ @ @ @ @ @ top-four finish , although we should know by next week whether or not fifth will be enough for Champions League football .
Small margins could prove to have a huge impact in deciding how the season concludes , and crucially for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer he has discovered a new attacking threat at just the right time .
It took just three minutes of the Solskjaer reign for the club to score their first goal as Marcus Rashford powered in a fortunate free-kick against Cardiff back in December of 2018 , little did fans @ @ @ @ @ @ @ soon become .
Fans joked at the time that one of the biggest transformations under Solskjaer had been his ability to magically transform United into a threat from deadball situations overnight , but the gradual change has been one which the manager has meticulously managed in his time at Old Trafford .
Solskjaer 's own career was defined by a goal from a set-piece and the Norwegian manger is well aware of the huge gains which can be achieved by giving careful attention to such matters on the training ground .
The January @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the next key cog in the development , with the Portuguese finding consistency to make training ground routines pay off on the pitch , his assist for Harry Maguire in victory over Chelsea back in February came from a corner and was clear evidence of the hardwork being done behind the scenes .
Anthony Martial 's brilliant opener in the derby victory over Manchester City back in March was another fine example of the growing set-piece threat as pre-match planning met intelligent improvisation for the perfect marriage on the pitch , while the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ confidence United now have from deadball situations .
In the 5-2 win United utilised three different free-kick takers , all of which managed to hit the target well , and one of which managed to ripple the back of the net .
Rashford and Paul Pogba both tested Aaron Ramsdale in goal with fierce free-kick strikes , while it was Fernandes who converted to increase the lead and end any hopes of a comeback from the relegation-threatened side .
Throw into the mix the fact Pogba and Fernandes both managed to talk Juan @ @ @ @ @ @ @ add the ambidextrous ability of Mason Greenwood and United suddenly have five excellent options when it comes to hitting deadballs .
In the next couple of weeks it could take one moment of magic from United to change the course of a game , and in turn secure Champions League football at Old Trafford next season .
Solskjaer 's crowning moment as a player came from making the most of a set-piece late in a match , and such an obsession could provide him with his crowning moment as a manager as well @

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"Bruno Fernandes will always score, he always scores," muttered Leicester forward Kelechi Iheanacho as he checked the Manchester United result on his phone on Saturday afternoon.
Leicester had just breathed much needed life into their top-four bid with victory over Crystal Palace at the King Power Stadium, but their players were wary that a win for United saw their current three-point lead maintained rather than extended.
If both sides manage to maintain form over the next few weeks we could be set for an almighty showdown on the final day of the Premier League season as United battle for a top-four finish, although we should know by next week whether or not fifth will be enough for Champions League football.
Small margins could prove to have a huge impact in deciding how the season concludes, and crucially for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer he has discovered a new attacking threat at just the right time.
It took just three minutes of the Solskjaer reign for the club to score their first goal as Marcus Rashford powered in a fortunate free-kick against Cardiff back in December of 2018, little did fans know how dangerous their set-piece threat would soon become.
Fans joked at the time that one of the biggest transformations under Solskjaer had been his ability to magically transform United into a threat from deadball situations overnight, but the gradual change has been one which the manager has meticulously managed in his time at Old Trafford.
Solskjaer's own career was defined by a goal from a set-piece and the Norwegian manger is well aware of the huge gains which can be achieved by giving careful attention to such matters on the training ground.
The January arrival of Fernandes has proven to be the next key cog in the development, with the Portuguese finding consistency to make training ground routines pay off on the pitch, his assist for Harry Maguire in victory over Chelsea back in February came from a corner and was clear evidence of the hardwork being done behind the scenes.
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Anthony Martial's brilliant opener in the derby victory over Manchester City back in March was another fine example of the growing set-piece threat as pre-match planning met intelligent improvisation for the perfect marriage on the pitch, while the weekend win over Bournemouth highlighted the immense confidence United now have from deadball situations.
In the 5-2 win United utilised three different free-kick takers, all of which managed to hit the target well, and one of which managed to ripple the back of the net.
Rashford and Paul Pogba both tested Aaron Ramsdale in goal with fierce free-kick strikes, while it was Fernandes who converted to increase the lead and end any hopes of a comeback from the relegation-threatened side.
Throw into the mix the fact Pogba and Fernandes both managed to talk Juan Mata down from striking a free-kick, add the ambidextrous ability of Mason Greenwood and United suddenly have five excellent options when it comes to hitting deadballs.
In the next couple of weeks it could take one moment of magic from United to change the course of a game, and in turn secure Champions League football at Old Trafford next season.
Solskjaer's crowning moment as a player came from making the most of a set-piece late in a match, and such an obsession could provide him with his crowning moment as a manager as well.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-07--Man charged following series of alleged indecent exposure incidents in Trafford

A man has been charged following a series of alleged indecent exposure incidents in Trafford .
Takunda Bere , of Ascot Avenue , Sale , has been charged in relation to 14 indecency offences and four driving offences , GMP said .
The charges relate to alleged indecents in Trafford reported to police between June 22 and June 28 .
On June 28 , a man allegedly drove a car dangerously , without a licence , without insurance , and failed to stop , police said .
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He will appear at Manchester Magistrates Court today ( July 7 ) .
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A man has been charged following a series of alleged indecent exposure incidents in Trafford.
Takunda Bere, of Ascot Avenue, Sale, has been charged in relation to 14 indecency offences and four driving offences, GMP said.
The charges relate to alleged indecents in Trafford reported to police between June 22 and June 28.
On June 28, a man allegedly drove a car dangerously, without a licence, without insurance, and failed to stop, police said.
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Mr Bere, 22, has been remanded in custody.
He will appear at Manchester Magistrates Court today (July 7).
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themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-07--More than 550 knives have been handed into police since start of lockdown

More than 550 knives have been handed into police amnesty bins since the start of UK lockdown .
Back in February , Greater Manchester Police placed 12 knife amnesty bins in different locations at police stations across Greater Manchester where people could hand in weapons .
This week officers emptied the bins for the first time since the start of lockdown and found a total of 554 knives have been handed in .
Images shared by GMP show the haul of weapons , which could be deadly in the wrong hands .
Police launched the # ForeverAmnesty campaign alongside the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ national surge in knife crime and high profile court cases .
Back in September a trial run of the bins proved to be successful , with 1,000 weapons being handed in over a five month period .
Sergeant Paul Nolan of Greater Manchester ’ s Violence Reduction Unit said : “ The total number of weapons deposited in the bins since February was 554 knives , which is a huge amount considering we haven ’ t advertised the bins during lockdown .
`` The bins remained available throughout the Covid-19 pandemic as a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for those who may have felt vulnerable .
“ We are delighted with the number of knives that have been deposited .
Any knife or weapon which is handed in is one less on our streets , and more importantly , one less that can not be used as part of a crime .
“ The amnesty is not about secrecy , it ’ s to allow people to bring a knife to a police station where they can deposit it into a bin .
The purpose is to reduce the number of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and this is proving to be a safe and secure way of doing this .
“ The # ForeverAmnesty is one of a number of initiatives we are progressing to reduce violent crime across Greater Manchester .
Through the Greater Manchester Violence Reduction Unit we work closely with partners such as UK Border Force and the Royal Mail to identify weapons imported to the Greater Manchester area .
`` We carry out targeted intelligence-led weapons sweeps which can result in locating weapons hidden for later use .
Perhaps most importantly , we have @ @ @ @ @ @ @ people in our region as part of our community-led approach to prevention.
” Greater Manchester ’ s Deputy Mayor for Policing , Crime , Criminal Justice and Fire , Bev Hughes , said : “ GMP ’ s knife amnesty achieved fantastic results when it was launched last autumn and it ’ s really encouraging to see this number of knives safely handed into police over the past few months as result of this ongoing campaign .
`` In Greater Manchester , we are committed to getting weapons off our streets and to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , policing activity alone is not enough .
We need to understand the reasons why people carry and use knives in the first place , and use evidence , insight and data to intervene early and reduce violent crime and its consequences over the longer term .
“ In order to do this , agencies and professionals in health , education , criminal justice and the VCSE sector have come together in the Greater Manchester Violence Reduction Unit ( VRU ) to share experiences and data , and to engage with communities and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ outlined in our recently launched Serious Violence Action Plan , the VRU is investing £500,000 in a community-led pilot that will be rolled out later in the year and will allow residents and VSCE organisations in six Greater Manchester districts to develop place-based approaches and solutions to tackling serious violence in their communities.
” If you have concerns about someone you know or care about who is carrying or hiding a knife , or if you are aware that knives are being concealed in your community , call the Police on 101 or @ @ @ @ @ @ @

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More than 550 knives have been handed into police amnesty bins since the start of UK lockdown.
Back in February, Greater Manchester Police placed 12 knife amnesty bins in different locations at police stations across Greater Manchester where people could hand in weapons.
This week officers emptied the bins for the first time since the start of lockdown and found a total of 554 knives have been handed in.
Images shared by GMP show the haul of weapons, which could be deadly in the wrong hands.
Police launched the #ForeverAmnesty campaign alongside the British Ironwork Centre in response to a national surge in knife crime and high profile court cases.
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Back in September a trial run of the bins proved to be successful, with 1,000 weapons being handed in over a five month period.
Sergeant Paul Nolan of Greater Manchester’s Violence Reduction Unit said: “The total number of weapons deposited in the bins since February was 554 knives, which is a huge amount considering we haven’t advertised the bins during lockdown.
"The bins remained available throughout the Covid-19 pandemic as a safe option to dispose of a weapon for those who may have felt vulnerable.
(Image: GMP)
“We are delighted with the number of knives that have been deposited. Any knife or weapon which is handed in is one less on our streets, and more importantly, one less that cannot be used as part of a crime.
“The amnesty is not about secrecy, it’s to allow people to bring a knife to a police station where they can deposit it into a bin. The purpose is to reduce the number of knives on the streets of Greater Manchester and this is proving to be a safe and secure way of doing this.
“The #ForeverAmnesty is one of a number of initiatives we are progressing to reduce violent crime across Greater Manchester. Through the Greater Manchester Violence Reduction Unit we work closely with partners such as UK Border Force and the Royal Mail to identify weapons imported to the Greater Manchester area.
"We carry out targeted intelligence-led weapons sweeps which can result in locating weapons hidden for later use. Perhaps most importantly, we have weapon engagement and education with the young people in our region as part of our community-led approach to prevention.”
Greater Manchester’s Deputy Mayor for Policing, Crime, Criminal Justice and Fire, Bev Hughes, said: “GMP’s knife amnesty achieved fantastic results when it was launched last autumn and it’s really encouraging to see this number of knives safely handed into police over the past few months as result of this ongoing campaign.
"In Greater Manchester, we are committed to getting weapons off our streets and to strong enforcement action where necessary. However, policing activity alone is not enough. We need to understand the reasons why people carry and use knives in the first place, and use evidence, insight and data to intervene early and reduce violent crime and its consequences over the longer term.
“In order to do this, agencies and professionals in health, education, criminal justice and the VCSE sector have come together in the Greater Manchester Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) to share experiences and data, and to engage with communities and young people in particular.
"As outlined in our recently launched Serious Violence Action Plan, the VRU is investing £500,000 in a community-led pilot that will be rolled out later in the year and will allow residents and VSCE organisations in six Greater Manchester districts to develop place-based approaches and solutions to tackling serious violence in their communities.”
If you have concerns about someone you know or care about who is carrying or hiding a knife, or if you are aware that knives are being concealed in your community, call the Police on 101 or talk to us via LiveChat at www.gmp.police.uk


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-08--Manchester United's three defensive midfield options compared

The January signing of Bruno Fernandes coupled with the return of Paul Pogba from injury has given new life to Manchester United ’ s midfield , and to their team as a whole .
So what was a weakness for so long , now looks to be a strength for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer ’ s side and that 's been evident as United have gone through their last 16 games in all competitions unbeaten .
But with Fernandes and Pogba both players who focus primarily on causing problems for opponents in the attacking third , United need some balance in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ them in the centre of the pitch , so who of Solskjaer ’ s current options is best suited to that position ?
Not so long ago , Fred ’ s United career looked to be over before it had even got started .
Signed for more than £50million from Shakhtar Donetsk in the summer of 2018 , the Brazilian midfielder looked to be something of a misfit at Old Trafford , struggling even after the departure of Jose Mourinho and subsequent appointment of Solskjaer .
But this season has seen Fred turn @ @ @ @ @ @ @ made 27 appearances in the Premier League this season , catching the eye with a number of performances .
Fred is quicker to spin the ball forward from a deep role , but is more erratic in possession than Nemanja Matic or Scott McTominay .
With that risk , though , often comes reward .
Fred ’ s defensive qualities are somewhat under-appreciated , with the Brazilian averaging more tackles per game ( 2.2 ) than any of his United teammates besides Aaron Wan-Bissaka ( as per WhoScored ) .
Only Wan-Bissaka and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more interceptions than Fred ( 1.4 ) too , highlighting the protective barrier he provides .
The Serbian has been Solskjaer ’ s preferred choice at the base of the United midfield in th past three league games , with Matic finding a rich vein of form in wins over Sheffield United , Brighton and Bournemouth .
The 31-year-old has subsequently been rewarded with a new three-year contract to rubber stamp his future at Old Trafford .
Despite his impressive form , there is still a sense that Matic is a stop-gap solution @ @ @ @ @ @ @ on the ball than he is widely given credit for , he slows the game down frequently .
This is at odds with the pace and high tempo Solskjaer likes his United team to play with higher up the pitch .
Matic ’ s statistics aren ’ t quite as impressive as his midfield teammates .
Fred , for instance , averages more dribbles , key passes , long balls , tackles and interceptions and tackles than the Serbian , but it ’ s in the positional sense of the 31-year-old that the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ found .
McTominay has come a long , long way since being seen as little more than a Mourinho method to prod Pogba .
The Scotland international has improved with every season he has played and is now a key figure at Old Trafford , illustrated by the new five-year contract the midfielder signed last month .
While capable of playing as a number six at the base of midfield , McTominay has shown this season that he may in fact be more productive playing box-to-box .
The 23-year-old carries a goal threat @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of the net five times this season and so McTominay might be better utilised as a Pogba deputy rather than as the figure to anchor him .
Nonetheless , the Scot gives Solskjaer another option in midfield .
Of the three options listed , McTominay might be the one quickest to spring United ’ s attack forward , averaging 2.6 long balls per game .
He also averages 1.3 shots per game , giving Solskjaer another player capable of testing opposition goalkeepers .

The January signing of Bruno Fernandes coupled with the return of Paul Pogba from injury has given new life to Manchester United’s midfield, and to their team as a whole.
So what was a weakness for so long, now looks to be a strength for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side and that's been evident as United have gone through their last 16 games in all competitions unbeaten.
But with Fernandes and Pogba both players who focus primarily on causing problems for opponents in the attacking third, United need some balance in midfield. They need someone to anchor them in the centre of the pitch, so who of Solskjaer’s current options is best suited to that position?
Fred
Not so long ago, Fred’s United career looked to be over before it had even got started. Signed for more than £50million from Shakhtar Donetsk in the summer of 2018, the Brazilian midfielder looked to be something of a misfit at Old Trafford, struggling even after the departure of Jose Mourinho and subsequent appointment of Solskjaer.
But this season has seen Fred turn his fortunes around. The 27-year-old has made 27 appearances in the Premier League this season, catching the eye with a number of performances. Fred is quicker to spin the ball forward from a deep role, but is more erratic in possession than Nemanja Matic or Scott McTominay. With that risk, though, often comes reward.
Fred’s defensive qualities are somewhat under-appreciated, with the Brazilian averaging more tackles per game (2.2) than any of his United teammates besides Aaron Wan-Bissaka (as per WhoScored). Only Wan-Bissaka and Harry Maguire (1.9) have averaged more interceptions than Fred (1.4) too, highlighting the protective barrier he provides.
Nemanja Matic
The Serbian has been Solskjaer’s preferred choice at the base of the United midfield in th past three league games, with Matic finding a rich vein of form in wins over Sheffield United, Brighton and Bournemouth. The 31-year-old has subsequently been rewarded with a new three-year contract to rubber stamp his future at Old Trafford.
Despite his impressive form, there is still a sense that Matic is a stop-gap solution. While the Serbian may be better on the ball than he is widely given credit for, he slows the game down frequently. This is at odds with the pace and high tempo Solskjaer likes his United team to play with higher up the pitch.
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Matic’s statistics aren’t quite as impressive as his midfield teammates. Fred, for instance, averages more dribbles, key passes, long balls, tackles and interceptions and tackles than the Serbian, but it’s in the positional sense of the 31-year-old that the greatest benefit of his deployment can be found.
Scott McTominay
McTominay has come a long, long way since being seen as little more than a Mourinho method to prod Pogba. The Scotland international has improved with every season he has played and is now a key figure at Old Trafford, illustrated by the new five-year contract the midfielder signed last month.
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While capable of playing as a number six at the base of midfield, McTominay has shown this season that he may in fact be more productive playing box-to-box. The 23-year-old carries a goal threat that has seen him find the back of the net five times this season and so McTominay might be better utilised as a Pogba deputy rather than as the figure to anchor him. Nonetheless, the Scot gives Solskjaer another option in midfield.
Of the three options listed, McTominay might be the one quickest to spring United’s attack forward, averaging 2.6 long balls per game. He also averages 1.3 shots per game, giving Solskjaer another player capable of testing opposition goalkeepers.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-07--Guardiola tells Man City and Liverpool rivals how to win 2020/21 title

Pep Guardiola says Manchester City and Liverpool have ended the notion that any team can beat any other in the Premier League .
Guardiola has led City to the last two Premier League titles , amassing 100 points and 98 points in the process .
Liverpool , whose 97 points last season would have been good enough to win all but the last two Premier League seasons , have already wrapped up this year 's title in record time , with a maximum points total of 104 still possible .
While City might be well behind Liverpool this season , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ two teams means clubs will no longer be able to lose nine games in a season and win the title .
City fell to their ninth defeat at Southampton , but their new maximum total of 81 could still have given them a title in five previous campaigns .
However , the days of winning a title with 80 points have gone , Guardiola says .
`` What we have done in our two previous seasons and Liverpool the previous season and this one , we changed the theory that any team can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Liverpool and Man City , '' he said .
`` I think for the level of the teams now is becoming it will be always over 90 points - you have to go far .
You have to lose few games to be champion , for sure . ''
Looking ahead to next season , Guardiola predicted a closer title race , as he named four potential rivals for City to compete with .
He said : `` I do n't see weak points from Liverpool in the future and I think United @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the game between Tottenham and Everton and the mentality already in the Tottenham players .
They are already there with Mourinho .
`` And the other clubs will be stronger .
Chelsea have already signed two players with the incredible squad that they have and will buy more players so I think every season will be tougher .
`` I do n't think being champions with 80 points or 85 is going to happen in the next few years . ''

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Pep Guardiola says Manchester City and Liverpool have ended the notion that any team can beat any other in the Premier League.
Guardiola has led City to the last two Premier League titles, amassing 100 points and 98 points in the process. Liverpool, whose 97 points last season would have been good enough to win all but the last two Premier League seasons, have already wrapped up this year's title in record time, with a maximum points total of 104 still possible.
While City might be well behind Liverpool this season, Guardiola says the standard set by the two teams means clubs will no longer be able to lose nine games in a season and win the title.
City fell to their ninth defeat at Southampton, but their new maximum total of 81 could still have given them a title in five previous campaigns. However, the days of winning a title with 80 points have gone, Guardiola says.
"What we have done in our two previous seasons and Liverpool the previous season and this one, we changed the theory that any team can lose in England from any club. Liverpool and Man City," he said.
"I think for the level of the teams now is becoming it will be always over 90 points - you have to go far. You have to lose few games to be champion, for sure."
Looking ahead to next season, Guardiola predicted a closer title race, as he named four potential rivals for City to compete with.
He said: "I don't see weak points from Liverpool in the future and I think United is coming back. I saw yesterday the game between Tottenham and Everton and the mentality already in the Tottenham players. They are already there with Mourinho.
"And the other clubs will be stronger. Chelsea have already signed two players with the incredible squad that they have and will buy more players so I think every season will be tougher.
"I don't think being champions with 80 points or 85 is going to happen in the next few years."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-07--John Stones given boost ahead of crunch talks over Man City future

John Stones will start for Manchester City against Newcastle as he looks to show his future still lies at the club .
The England international was picked out as a priority before Pep Guardiola arrived at the Etihad and was a marquee signing in the Catalan 's first transfer window at the club .
He has played an important role in the success that has followed but has failed to hold down a regular place in the starting XI in any of the four seasons as a result of form and fitness issues .
While City 's manager once declared @ @ @ @ @ @ @ club while he was , the search for a centre-back this summer to partner Aymeric Laporte could further limit Stones ' minutes on the pitch and has led to transfer links away from the club ; Arsenal and Everton have been credited with interest in recent months .
Guardiola stuck by his 2018 words when the comment was raised ahead of the player 's latest comeback , but the manager admitted that his view alone will not be definitive when they sit down at the end of the season to discuss plans for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ ve said many times and I will continue to say that I ’ m more than delighted with John as a person , as a professional , everything , '' said the coach .
`` What I want is the best for him .
We ’ ll speak at the end of the season about what is going to happen .
`` Sometimes my wish is not the wish of the players , or the wish of the club .
I 'm honest with them and the moment I will feel that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ we ’ ll talk to them .
`` He ’ s a young player and we want him to be consistent , to train regularly and recover .
There are players who can play every three days for 11 months and it is not a problem , others struggle more to be fit and we have to find the key to training and playing every three days .
This is what we want . ''
It has been a particularly frustrating season for Stones because he enjoyed such a confident pre-season , looking @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Community Shield and then excelling on the opening day at West Ham .
But injury then sidelined him and he has been unable to put a run of games together ever since .
An injury suffered in May as the players trained for the resumption of the Premier League was compounded by the development of Eric Garcia , who has started every match he has been available since the restart and pushed his way further into the manager 's plans .
It is hoped that starting against Newcastle can be the first step @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of Stones .
`` I never doubt the quality of John for one second but when you do n't play , and are injured again and rotated , of course it happens .
The players are good when they play in a routine and confident .
Even the top players need minutes and playing , being fit or being injured.
, '' said Guardiola .
`` This is what happened with John in this period .
At the same time , when we came back we have Fernandinho , we have Nico [ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and we have a new guy in Eric who is doing incredibly well .
He has to play for himself , focus on what he has to do .
He knows he will not be judged for the bad actions , the good moments or bad moments but being what they are and we know what John is and his quality and perspective is there .
`` We want them fit when they can ’ t play they are sad and worried , it 's normal .
What we want is the best @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the last 10 days or two weeks , his behaviour was always good and we are happy for him to start tomorrow . ''

John Stones will start for Manchester City against Newcastle as he looks to show his future still lies at the club.
The England international was picked out as a priority before Pep Guardiola arrived at the Etihad and was a marquee signing in the Catalan's first transfer window at the club. He has played an important role in the success that has followed but has failed to hold down a regular place in the starting XI in any of the four seasons as a result of form and fitness issues.
While City's manager once declared that Stones would always be at the club while he was, the search for a centre-back this summer to partner Aymeric Laporte could further limit Stones' minutes on the pitch and has led to transfer links away from the club; Arsenal and Everton have been credited with interest in recent months.
Guardiola stuck by his 2018 words when the comment was raised ahead of the player's latest comeback, but the manager admitted that his view alone will not be definitive when they sit down at the end of the season to discuss plans for the squad next season.
"I’ve said many times and I will continue to say that I’m more than delighted with John as a person, as a professional, everything," said the coach. "What I want is the best for him. We’ll speak at the end of the season about what is going to happen.
"Sometimes my wish is not the wish of the players, or the wish of the club. I'm honest with them and the moment I will feel that we have to change any player, we’ll talk to them.
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"He’s a young player and we want him to be consistent, to train regularly and recover. There are players who can play every three days for 11 months and it is not a problem, others struggle more to be fit and we have to find the key to training and playing every three days. This is what we want."
It has been a particularly frustrating season for Stones because he enjoyed such a confident pre-season, looking steady in the tour fixtures and the Community Shield and then excelling on the opening day at West Ham.
But injury then sidelined him and he has been unable to put a run of games together ever since. An injury suffered in May as the players trained for the resumption of the Premier League was compounded by the development of Eric Garcia, who has started every match he has been available since the restart and pushed his way further into the manager's plans.
It is hoped that starting against Newcastle can be the first step back towards rebuilding the form and confidence of Stones.
"I never doubt the quality of John for one second but when you don't play, and are injured again and rotated, of course it happens. The players are good when they play in a routine and confident. Even the top players need minutes and playing, being fit or being injured.," said Guardiola.
"This is what happened with John in this period. At the same time, when we came back we have Fernandinho, we have Nico [Otamendi], we have Ayme, and we have a new guy in Eric who is doing incredibly well.
He has to play for himself, focus on what he has to do. He knows he will not be judged for the bad actions, the good moments or bad moments but being what they are and we know what John is and his quality and perspective is there.
"We want them fit when they can’t play they are sad and worried, it's normal. What we want is the best for him, He's trained for the last 10 days or two weeks, his behaviour was always good and we are happy for him to start tomorrow."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-07--Kasabian condemn 'totally unacceptable' behaviour of former lead singer Tom Meighan after he is conv

Kasabian condemn 'totally unacceptable' behaviour of former lead singer Tom Meighan after he is convicted of assaulting his partner

Tom Meighan ’ s former Kasabian bandmates have condemned his 'totally unacceptable ' behaviour after he admitted assaulting his partner..
The 39-year-old former frontman was ordered to carry out 200 hours of unpaid work for the offence at Leicester magistrates ' court on Tuesday after he pleaded guilty to assaulting Vikki Ager on April 9 .
In a statement published on Kasabian ’ s official Twitter page , the band said it was left with 'no choice ' but to ask him to leave .
The statement added : `` We have all worked so hard for the past 23 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ future together .
`` But we were left with no choice but to ask Tom to leave the band .
`` There is absolutely no way we can condone his assault conviction . ''
Prior to his court appearance , the Brit Award-winning rock band said Meighan was quitting the group to focus on 'personal issues ' and 'getting his life back on track ' .
On Tuesday they said they had decided they 'could no longer work with him ' as soon as they found out about the charges .
`` Unfortunately @ @ @ @ @ @ @ until he was found guilty in court , '' the band added .
They said they were 'led to believe that Tom would hold his hands up and in his statement tell everyone what he ’ d done but he chose not to , misleading a lot of fans ' .
The statement added : `` Ultimately , as much as Tom has hurt us all , we ’ re not the victim in all of this .
`` Domestic violence is something that can never be excused . ''
Meighan ’ s @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Chris Edwards as the only remaining founding members , with current drummer Ian Matthews joining the group in 2004 .
Kasabian formed in 1997 before breaking through with 2006 ’ s Empire and 2009 ’ s West Ryder Pauper Lunatic Asylum , which featured a string of hits including Underdog and Fire .

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Tom Meighan’s former Kasabian bandmates have condemned his 'totally unacceptable' behaviour after he admitted assaulting his partner..
The 39-year-old former frontman was ordered to carry out 200 hours of unpaid work for the offence at Leicester magistrates' court on Tuesday after he pleaded guilty to assaulting Vikki Ager on April 9.
In a statement published on Kasabian’s official Twitter page, the band said it was left with 'no choice' but to ask him to leave.
The statement added: "We have all worked so hard for the past 23 years and had big plans for our future together.
"We’re completely heartbroken.
"But we were left with no choice but to ask Tom to leave the band.
"There is absolutely no way we can condone his assault conviction."
Prior to his court appearance, the Brit Award-winning rock band said Meighan was quitting the group to focus on 'personal issues' and 'getting his life back on track'.
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On Tuesday they said they had decided they 'could no longer work with him' as soon as they found out about the charges.
"Unfortunately we had to hold back this information until he was found guilty in court," the band added.
They said they were 'led to believe that Tom would hold his hands up and in his statement tell everyone what he’d done but he chose not to, misleading a lot of fans'.
The statement added: "Ultimately, as much as Tom has hurt us all, we’re not the victim in all of this.
"Domestic violence is something that can never be excused."
Meighan’s departure leaves guitarist Serge Pizzorno and bassist Chris Edwards as the only remaining founding members, with current drummer Ian Matthews joining the group in 2004.
Kasabian formed in 1997 before breaking through with 2006’s Empire and 2009’s West Ryder Pauper Lunatic Asylum, which featured a string of hits including Underdog and Fire.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-07--Number 10 declines to apologise for comments PM made about care homes

Care leaders have branded Boris Johnson ’ s comments a “ real slap in the face ” after he suggested “ too many ” care homes did not properly follow procedures during the coronavirus pandemic .
But Downing Street has declined to apologise , reiterating that care homes have done “ a brilliant job ” .
The Prime Minister ’ s remarks came after he was asked what he made of NHS chief executive Sir Simon Stevens ’ desire to see plans to adequately fund the adult social care sector within a year .
“ One of the things the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ think about how we organise our social care package better and how we make sure we look after people better who are in social care , ” he said .
“ We discovered too many care homes didn ’ t really follow the procedures in the way that they could have but we ’ re learning lessons the whole time.
” His comments were branded a “ real slap in the face ” for care workers by the Independent Care Group , while another sector leader said they were “ clumsy and cowardly @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Mr Johnson ’ s official spokesman was asked what the PM had meant by the remarks .
He said : “ Throughout the pandemic , care homes have done a brilliant job under very difficult circumstances .
“ The Prime Minister was pointing out that nobody knew what the correct procedures were because the extent of asymptomatic transmission was not known at the time.
” Asked if Mr Johnson would like to apologise or retract the comments , the spokesman said : “ As I ’ ve just set out , the PM @ @ @ @ @ @ @ have done a brilliant job under very difficult circumstances.
” Vic Rayner , executive director of the National Care Forum , told the BBC that care homes across the country were dealing with “ an extraordinary amount ” of different guidance from the Government “ on an almost daily basis ” .
“ So for the suggestion that they were not following procedures as laid out is totally inappropriate and , frankly , hugely insulting , ” he said .
The Independent Care Group ’ s chairman Mike Padgham said it was “ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ such comments , and described them as “ a real slap in the face for those workers after they have given and sacrificed so much ” .
He said : “ We hope he will reflect on those comments and see the incredible work the care sector has done in the recent months to care for older and vulnerable people , with late and conflicting advice and poor support in terms of personal protective equipment ( PPE ) and testing during this awful pandemic .
“ And we hope it will spur him @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and end the crisis in social care which left us so vulnerable to a virus like Covid-19.
” Mark Adams , chief executive of the charity Community Integrated Care , said he was “ unbelievably disappointed ” to hear the Prime Minister blaming care workers .
He told BBC Radio 4 ’ s Today programme : “ I think this – at best – was clumsy and cowardly , but , to be honest with you , if this is genuinely his view , I think we ’ re almost entering a Kafkaesque @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rules , we follow them , they do n't like the results and they then deny setting the rules and blame the people that were trying to do their best .
It is hugely frustrating.
” A paper prepared by Public Health England on whether asymptomatic people with coronavirus are infectious , which was considered at Sage on February 4 , concluded that more data was needed to determine whether transmission can occur from asymptomatic individuals .
But until March 13 , care home guidance said that for care staff visiting patients at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ “ is no need to change your approach ” if the person they are visiting is asymptomatic .
Guidance for symptomatic patients stated staff should “ avoid any further physical contact with the person ” .

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Care leaders have branded Boris Johnson’s comments a “real slap in the face” after he suggested “too many” care homes did not properly follow procedures during the coronavirus pandemic.
But Downing Street has declined to apologise, reiterating that care homes have done “a brilliant job”.
The Prime Minister’s remarks came after he was asked what he made of NHS chief executive Sir Simon Stevens’ desire to see plans to adequately fund the adult social care sector within a year.
“One of the things the crisis has shown is we need to think about how we organise our social care package better and how we make sure we look after people better who are in social care,” he said.
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“We discovered too many care homes didn’t really follow the procedures in the way that they could have but we’re learning lessons the whole time.”
His comments were branded a “real slap in the face” for care workers by the Independent Care Group, while another sector leader said they were “clumsy and cowardly”.
During a Westminster briefing, Mr Johnson’s official spokesman was asked what the PM had meant by the remarks.
He said: “Throughout the pandemic, care homes have done a brilliant job under very difficult circumstances.
“The Prime Minister was pointing out that nobody knew what the correct procedures were because the extent of asymptomatic transmission was not known at the time.”
Asked if Mr Johnson would like to apologise or retract the comments, the spokesman said: “As I’ve just set out, the PM thinks that throughout the pandemic care homes have done a brilliant job under very difficult circumstances.”
Vic Rayner, executive director of the National Care Forum, told the BBC that care homes across the country were dealing with “an extraordinary amount” of different guidance from the Government “on an almost daily basis”.
“So for the suggestion that they were not following procedures as laid out is totally inappropriate and, frankly, hugely insulting,” he said.
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The Independent Care Group’s chairman Mike Padgham said it was “upsetting” for the PM to make such comments, and described them as “a real slap in the face for those workers after they have given and sacrificed so much”.
He said: “We hope he will reflect on those comments and see the incredible work the care sector has done in the recent months to care for older and vulnerable people, with late and conflicting advice and poor support in terms of personal protective equipment (PPE) and testing during this awful pandemic.
“And we hope it will spur him into long-promised action to reform the sector and end the crisis in social care which left us so vulnerable to a virus like Covid-19.”
Mark Adams, chief executive of the charity Community Integrated Care, said he was “unbelievably disappointed” to hear the Prime Minister blaming care workers.
He told BBC Radio 4’s Today programme: “I think this – at best – was clumsy and cowardly, but, to be honest with you, if this is genuinely his view, I think we’re almost entering a Kafkaesque alternative reality where the Government set the rules, we follow them, they don't like the results and they then deny setting the rules and blame the people that were trying to do their best. It is hugely frustrating.”
A paper prepared by Public Health England on whether asymptomatic people with coronavirus are infectious, which was considered at Sage on February 4, concluded that more data was needed to determine whether transmission can occur from asymptomatic individuals.
But until March 13, care home guidance said that for care staff visiting patients at home or providing care to residents there “is no need to change your approach” if the person they are visiting is asymptomatic. Guidance for symptomatic patients stated staff should “avoid any further physical contact with the person”.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-07--Manchester United evening headlines as former defender tells of Reds regret

Here are your Manchester United evening headlines for Tuesday July 7 .
Marnick Vermijl has outlined his regret for leaving Manchester United in search of first-team football in January 2015 .
The right-back failed to make into the United first team after years of impressing in the youth system and eventually being handed his debut for the club in 2012 against Newcastle United .
While he went on to have good spells at Sheffield Wednesday and Preston North End , the 28-year-old now admits that he regrets not showing enough patience to wait for his opportunity .
“ I learned @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ t done it , I would have regretted it a lot , '' Vermijl told .
`` It was the club I had always been a supporter of .
The only thing I regret is that I left too early .
I thought I had come at an age when I had to play .
“ Louis van Gaal honestly told me he couldn ’ t offer me that [ minutes ] .
I was about to join Lokeren… But on the way to Belgium I got the message in the car @ @ @ @ @ @ @ cancelled .
“ Suddenly I had nothing left .
Two days later , Rio Ferdinand helped me [ move ] to Sheffield Wednesday .
“ But if I had stayed in Manchester , I would have had some playing opportunities in hindsight .
They had an injury wave that season , all in my position . ''
Victor Lindelof was pictured arriving at the club training ground on Tuesday to provide an injury boost ahead of Thursday evening ’ s clash with Aston Villa .
The central defender came off during the 5-2 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ could be in contention to return against relegation-threatened Villa .
Lindelof has been a key part of United ’ s impressive defensive record this season alongside Harry Maguire , and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on the Sweden international after Saturday ’ s clash .
His arrival to training on Tuesday is a positive sign that he could be working his way back from a minor knock .
Isak Hansen-Aaroen made his professional debut for Tromso on Monday evening ahead of his move to Manchester United in a matter of weeks .
Despite still being @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as a substitute in his side ’ s 2-0 win at Kongsvinger to earn his first appearances in senior football .
The 15-year-old will move to Old Trafford next month after first reported a year ago that there was a deal in place for United to sign the youngster when he turns 16 years old .
The youngster ’ s arrival will be a particularly significant moment for compatriot Solskjaer given that he will be the first Norwegian to sign for the club since he arrived as manager .

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Here are your Manchester United evening headlines for Tuesday July 7.
Former defender Vermijl reveals only United regret
Marnick Vermijl has outlined his regret for leaving Manchester United in search of first-team football in January 2015.
The right-back failed to make into the United first team after years of impressing in the youth system and eventually being handed his debut for the club in 2012 against Newcastle United.
While he went on to have good spells at Sheffield Wednesday and Preston North End, the 28-year-old now admits that he regrets not showing enough patience to wait for his opportunity.
“I learned a lot, and if I hadn’t done it, I would have regretted it a lot," Vermijl told Het Belang van Limburg .
"It was the club I had always been a supporter of. The only thing I regret is that I left too early. I thought I had come at an age when I had to play.
“Louis van Gaal honestly told me he couldn’t offer me that [minutes]. I was about to join Lokeren… But on the way to Belgium I got the message in the car that it [the transfer] was cancelled.
“Suddenly I had nothing left. Two days later, Rio Ferdinand helped me [move] to Sheffield Wednesday.
“But if I had stayed in Manchester, I would have had some playing opportunities in hindsight. They had an injury wave that season, all in my position."
Lindelof injury boost ahead of Aston Villa clash
Victor Lindelof was pictured arriving at the club training ground on Tuesday to provide an injury boost ahead of Thursday evening’s clash with Aston Villa.
The central defender came off during the 5-2 win over Bournemouth last weekend but he could be in contention to return against relegation-threatened Villa.
Lindelof has been a key part of United’s impressive defensive record this season alongside Harry Maguire, and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer provided a positive injury update on the Sweden international after Saturday’s clash.
His arrival to training on Tuesday is a positive sign that he could be working his way back from a minor knock.
Teenage sensation makes professional debut ahead of Old Trafford move
Isak Hansen-Aaroen made his professional debut for Tromso on Monday evening ahead of his move to Manchester United in a matter of weeks.
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Despite still being aged just 15, Hansen-Aaroen came on as a substitute in his side’s 2-0 win at Kongsvinger to earn his first appearances in senior football.
The 15-year-old will move to Old Trafford next month after MEN Sport first reported a year ago that there was a deal in place for United to sign the youngster when he turns 16 years old.
The youngster’s arrival will be a particularly significant moment for compatriot Solskjaer given that he will be the first Norwegian to sign for the club since he arrived as manager.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-07--Man City evening headlines as Pep Guardiola sends cup warning

Here are the Manchester City evening headlines for Tuesday July 7 .
Pep Guardiola has urged his Manchester City side to improve and take their chances if they want to enjoy success in the and Champions League .
City failed to find the net against Southampton at the weekend despite registering 26 shots on goal .
It was their ninth defeat of the Premier League season , and it left Guardiola frustrated .
“ We played really good in terms of what we wanted to do , the commitment with the players is still , after two or three successful @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
“ But we are in the point that sometimes we make a mistake that we have to avoid in some games and are punished as a team .
In the semi-final against Arsenal and Madrid this is the reality .
We can play the way we played , I don ’ t have doubts this is going to happen and if we are consistent in both boxes , we have a big chance or opportunity to go through .
“ But if what happened against Southampton and other games this season like @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , where we dropped points , we will be out and Arsenal and Madrid will go through .
That is the reality we have to accept .
“ We can be lucky to convert what we produce and defend the less we concede but I don ’ t have any doubts that the team will be there to compete like we have done all season .
That is my feeling today.
” Manchester City ’ s pursuit of Adama Traore has received a boost amid interest from Juventus .
Traore , 24 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Wanderers this season , registering four goals and nine assists in 32 Premier League games .
claim Traore would be open to leaving Wolves if they failed to qualify for Europe this season , which has alerted both City and Juve .
The report also claims City have an interest in Burnley ’ s Dwight McNeil as the club look to fill the hole left by Leroy Sane ’ s departure to Bayern Munich .
Boss denies role in UEFA decision on Man City vs Real Madrid venue Pep Guardiola has stated he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s Champions League second-leg tie with Real Madrid will be held .
City emerged victorious from the first leg 2-1 , but the potential consequences of Real Madrid travelling to England have left UEFA with a dilemma .
The competition ’ s quarter-finals , semi-finals and final will all be held in Lisbon , with the Portuguese city now also considered an option for City ’ s second leg tie .
UEFA will reportedly make a final decision before the draw for the quarter-final stage , which is on Friday .
It @ @ @ @ @ @ @ had swayed UEFA to allow the game to take place in England , but the Spaniard has now denied this .
“ I am not strong enough to have this impact , ” “ I am not a president .
They have protocols .
I have never spoken with UEFA .
I have said many times that we want to play in Manchester , but we are going to accept wherever UEFA decide to play .
“ What I want is to play against Madrid .
This is what I want but I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ I don ’ t have this power .
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Here are the Manchester City evening headlines for Tuesday July 7.
Pep Guardiola sends FA Cup and Champions League warning to Man City players
Pep Guardiola has urged his Manchester City side to improve and take their chances if they want to enjoy success in the FA Cup and Champions League.
City failed to find the net against Southampton at the weekend despite registering 26 shots on goal. It was their ninth defeat of the Premier League season, and it left Guardiola frustrated.
“We played really good in terms of what we wanted to do, the commitment with the players is still, after two or three successful seasons, unbelievable,” Guardiola said.
“But we are in the point that sometimes we make a mistake that we have to avoid in some games and are punished as a team. In the semi-final against Arsenal and Madrid this is the reality. We can play the way we played, I don’t have doubts this is going to happen and if we are consistent in both boxes, we have a big chance or opportunity to go through.
“But if what happened against Southampton and other games this season like Tottenham home and away or Norwich away, where we dropped points, we will be out and Arsenal and Madrid will go through. That is the reality we have to accept.
“We can be lucky to convert what we produce and defend the less we concede but I don’t have any doubts that the team will be there to compete like we have done all season. That is my feeling today.”
City make progress in the Traore race
Manchester City’s pursuit of Adama Traore has received a boost amid interest from Juventus.
Traore, 24, has been in fine form for Wolverhampton Wanderers this season, registering four goals and nine assists in 32 Premier League games.
ESPN claim Traore would be open to leaving Wolves if they failed to qualify for Europe this season, which has alerted both City and Juve.
The report also claims City have an interest in Burnley’s Dwight McNeil as the club look to fill the hole left by Leroy Sane’s departure to Bayern Munich.
Boss denies role in UEFA decision on Man City vs Real Madrid venue
Pep Guardiola has stated he holds no sway over where Manchester City’s Champions League second-leg tie with Real Madrid will be held.
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City emerged victorious from the first leg 2-1, but the potential consequences of Real Madrid travelling to England have left UEFA with a dilemma.
The competition’s quarter-finals, semi-finals and final will all be held in Lisbon, with the Portuguese city now also considered an option for City’s second leg tie.
UEFA will reportedly make a final decision before the draw for the quarter-final stage, which is on Friday.
It had been claimed recently that pressure from Guardiola had swayed UEFA to allow the game to take place in England, but the Spaniard has now denied this.
“I am not strong enough to have this impact,” he said.
“I am not a president. They have protocols. I have never spoken with UEFA. I have said many times that we want to play in Manchester, but we are going to accept wherever UEFA decide to play.
“What I want is to play against Madrid. This is what I want but I didn’t make phone calls, I don’t have this power.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-07--Agent provides fresh update on Grealish future amid Man Utd interest

The agent of Jack Grealish has denied reports that Manchester United have agreed a deal to sign the Aston Villa captain .
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is hoping to build on the progress his side has been making as of late to make them into Premier League title contenders next season and would ideally like to sign a winger , centre-midfielder and playmaker in the summer .
Grealish has emerged as one of his top targets and M.E.N .
Sport understands that the club have prioritised him over fellow playmaker James Maddison , who is expected to remain at Leicester City @ @ @ @ @ @ @ informed Villa of their interest in Grealish in February to steal a march on any potential competition but his agent , Jonathan Barnett , has moved to rubbish reports that a deal has already been agreed to take the 24-year-old to Old Trafford .
“ Absolutely no deal has been done with anybody , '' Barnett told Stretty News when asked about the claims .
Barnett has also insisted that , despite the speculation , Grealish is only thinking about trying to keep Aston Villa in the Premier League .
However , he @ @ @ @ @ @ @ League would be great for his career .
“ I don ’ t think they ’ re [ Aston Villa ] looking at the Championship themselves , they believe that hopefully they ’ ll get out of the trouble they ’ re in .
“ Jack believes it , he ’ s fighting hard , as hard as he can to stop that .
That ’ s all that is on his mind at the moment .
He ’ s not interested in anything else other than fighting to get Aston Villa out @ @ @ @ @ @ @ other hand , I think as far as his career is concerned , it would be great for him to play in the Champions League and develop his great skills and i ’ m not sure in which country or where that will be .
“ But that conversation won ’ t happen now because all he wants to do is fight and help Aston Villa.
” Despite playing in a Villa side that are struggling at the bottom of the table Grealish has enjoyed a successful season , with nine goals and @ @ @ @ @ @

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The agent of Jack Grealish has denied reports that Manchester United have agreed a deal to sign the Aston Villa captain.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is hoping to build on the progress his side has been making as of late to make them into Premier League title contenders next season and would ideally like to sign a winger, centre-midfielder and playmaker in the summer.
Grealish has emerged as one of his top targets and M.E.N. Sport understands that the club have prioritised him over fellow playmaker James Maddison, who is expected to remain at Leicester City for at least another year.
United informed Villa of their interest in Grealish in February to steal a march on any potential competition but his agent, Jonathan Barnett, has moved to rubbish reports that a deal has already been agreed to take the 24-year-old to Old Trafford.
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“Absolutely no deal has been done with anybody," Barnett told Stretty News when asked about the claims.
Barnett has also insisted that, despite the speculation, Grealish is only thinking about trying to keep Aston Villa in the Premier League. However, he did admit that playing in the Champions League would be great for his career.
“I don’t think they’re [Aston Villa] looking at the Championship themselves, they believe that hopefully they’ll get out of the trouble they’re in.
“Jack believes it, he’s fighting hard, as hard as he can to stop that. That’s all that is on his mind at the moment. He’s not interested in anything else other than fighting to get Aston Villa out of any trouble.
“On the other hand, I think as far as his career is concerned, it would be great for him to play in the Champions League and develop his great skills and i’m not sure in which country or where that will be.
“But that conversation won’t happen now because all he wants to do is fight and help Aston Villa.”
Despite playing in a Villa side that are struggling at the bottom of the table Grealish has enjoyed a successful season, with nine goals and eight assists to his name.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-07--'Acid-like substance' thrown at young man in Salford

A young man had an `` acid-like substance '' launched at him during a dispute in a residential street in Salford .
Brierley Road East , in Swinton , was closed by police from 11.50am this morning after the attack was reported and residents also spotted two fire engines and several ambulances parked inside the cordon .
A spokesman for GMP has since confirmed that a 28-year-old man was injured in the incident .
Fortunately , the victims injuries were not serious and paramedics were able to treat him at the scene .
So far nobody has been arrested and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ other crimes .
In a statement , a force spokesman said : `` Shortly before 11:50am on Tuesday , July 7 , police were called to reports of a disturbance on Brierley Road East , Salford .
`` Enquiries suggest that an acid like substance was thrown at a 28-year-old man .
`` The victim received minor injuries that did not require hospital treatment .
`` Officers believe that this is an isolated incident .
`` No arrests have been made and enquiries are ongoing . ''
Anyone with any information about this @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 0161 856 5127 , quoting incident number 1122 of 7/7/2020 .
Alternatively , reports can be anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 .

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A young man had an "acid-like substance" launched at him during a dispute in a residential street in Salford.
Brierley Road East, in Swinton, was closed by police from 11.50am this morning after the attack was reported and residents also spotted two fire engines and several ambulances parked inside the cordon.
A spokesman for GMP has since confirmed that a 28-year-old man was injured in the incident.
Fortunately, the victims injuries were not serious and paramedics were able to treat him at the scene.
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So far nobody has been arrested and police believe it is unrelated to any other crimes.
In a statement, a force spokesman said: "Shortly before 11:50am on Tuesday, July 7, police were called to reports of a disturbance on Brierley Road East, Salford.
"Enquiries suggest that an acid like substance was thrown at a 28-year-old man.
"The victim received minor injuries that did not require hospital treatment.
"Officers believe that this is an isolated incident.
"No arrests have been made and enquiries are ongoing."
Anyone with any information about this incident is asked to contact police on 0161 856 5127, quoting incident number 1122 of 7/7/2020.
Alternatively, reports can be anonymously to the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-07--Learner driver “left very distressed” after crash with VW Golf

Police are searching for a vehicle which officers say smashed into a learner driver .
The silver VW Golf collided with a female learner driver “ who was left very distressed ” during the incident on Coal Pit Lane in Oldham on Tuesday afternoon ( July 7 ) , police say .
The same car - with the registration NA53 JHJ - had also failed to stop for officers in Failsworth on Monday ( July 6 ) , Greater Manchester Police said .
Officers reported on social media that the “ drivers will be reported for the offences ” but @ @ @ @ @ @ @ vehicle .
It is not clear from the post if anyone has been arrested .
A post on the GMP Failsworth & Hollinwood Facebook page read : “ A VW silver golf registration NA53 JHJ was involved in a fail to stop collision on Coal Pit Lane this afternoon .
“ The vehicle it collided with was being driven by a female learner driver who was left very distressed .
This vehicle also failed to stop for Police in Failsworth yesterday .
“ The drivers will be reported for the offences but we @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the vehicle and get it off the road before there is a serious accident .
“ Please direct message us with any info .
Thanks ”

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Police are searching for a vehicle which officers say smashed into a learner driver.
The silver VW Golf collided with a female learner driver “who was left very distressed” during the incident on Coal Pit Lane in Oldham on Tuesday afternoon (July 7), police say.
The same car - with the registration NA53 JHJ - had also failed to stop for officers in Failsworth on Monday (July 6), Greater Manchester Police said.
Officers reported on social media that the “drivers will be reported for the offences” but said officers are still looking for the vehicle.
It is not clear from the post if anyone has been arrested.
A post on the GMP Failsworth & Hollinwood Facebook page read: “A VW silver golf registration NA53 JHJ was involved in a fail to stop collision on Coal Pit Lane this afternoon.
“The vehicle it collided with was being driven by a female learner driver who was left very distressed. This vehicle also failed to stop for Police in Failsworth yesterday.
“The drivers will be reported for the offences but we are seeking the publics help to locate the vehicle and get it off the road before there is a serious accident.
“Please direct message us with any info. Thanks”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-07--Man Utd 'given deadline to complete Sancho deal' and more transfer rumours

Borussia Dortmund have set a deadline of August 10 for Manchester United to sign Jadon Sancho , according to reports .
United have been impressive since returning to Premier League action and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is hoping to build on that potential by improving his attacking options in the summer transfer window .
A centre-midfielder , playmaker and winger are high on the Norwegian 's list of priorities with former Manchester City man Sancho the club 's top target .
The 20-year-old has enjoyed another fantastic season in Germany , contributing a staggering 20 goals and 20 assists in 44 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ world 's most exciting young players .
According to the Daily Mirror , Sancho is keen on joining United as he is excited by the prospect of playing in the club 's flourishing attack but Dortmund wo n't let him go on the cheap .
It 's reported that the Bundesliga side will demand £90million for the winger and do n't want the saga to drag out for the entirety of the extended window .
The report states that Dortmund are heading to Switzerland for a training camp on August 10 and want @ @ @ @ @ @ @ it does n't interfere in their preparations for next season .
Meanwhile , Real Madrid are reportedly preparing to rejoin the race for United star Paul Pogba .
Pogba has been in great form since recovering from injury and returning to the side , as he seems to relish playing alongside Bruno Fernandes in midfield .
While Zinedine Zidane wanted to sign his fellow countryman last summer a move never materialised but , according to L'Equipe , via SportWitness , Madrid will try again this summer .
It 's said that Zidane was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Pogba , his top target , and Los Blancos will look to rectify their failings in 'the next few weeks . '

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Borussia Dortmund have set a deadline of August 10 for Manchester United to sign Jadon Sancho, according to reports.
United have been impressive since returning to Premier League action and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is hoping to build on that potential by improving his attacking options in the summer transfer window.
A centre-midfielder, playmaker and winger are high on the Norwegian's list of priorities with former Manchester City man Sancho the club's top target.
The 20-year-old has enjoyed another fantastic season in Germany, contributing a staggering 20 goals and 20 assists in 44 games to make him one of the world's most exciting young players.
According to the Daily Mirror, Sancho is keen on joining United as he is excited by the prospect of playing in the club's flourishing attack but Dortmund won't let him go on the cheap.
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It's reported that the Bundesliga side will demand £90million for the winger and don't want the saga to drag out for the entirety of the extended window.
The report states that Dortmund are heading to Switzerland for a training camp on August 10 and want Sancho's future resolved by then so it doesn't interfere in their preparations for next season.
Meanwhile, Real Madrid are reportedly preparing to rejoin the race for United star Paul Pogba.
Pogba has been in great form since recovering from injury and returning to the side, as he seems to relish playing alongside Bruno Fernandes in midfield.
While Zinedine Zidane wanted to sign his fellow countryman last summer a move never materialised but, according to L'Equipe, via SportWitness,Madrid will try again this summer.
It's said that Zidane was left frustrated when Madrid failed to sign Pogba, his top target, and Los Blancos will look to rectify their failings in 'the next few weeks.'


themanchestereveningnews--2020-07-07--Man City 'move ahead of Barcelona' in Traore race and more rumours

Manchester City have pulled ahead of Barcelona in the race for Wolves winger Adama Traore , according to reports .
City have seen their dominance of the Premier League slip this season and a summer rebuild could be on the cards in order to pose a greater challenge to Liverpool in the next campaign .
Although Pep Guardiola has suggested that the club may not need to spend money to replace Leroy Sane in the summer , the Blues are continuing to be linked with players to fill the void left by the German .
The latest of which being @ @ @ @ @ @ @ one of the league 's stand out players this year with four goals as well as nine assists , sitting behind only Kevin De Bruyne and Trent Alexander-Arnold in the rankings .
City have experienced first hand just how good the 24-year-old is on two occasions as he inspired Wolves to the double over them this season .
According to ESPN , Traore will remain at Wolves if they qualify for next season 's Champions League , either through league position or by winning the Europa League .
However , if they fail @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a bidding war for their star player with City and Italian giants Juventus both keen on Traore .
It 's reported that the two clubs are ahead of Barcelona as the Catalan club would only look to resign the La Masia graduate in 12 months time as their current focus is on selling players .
However , a touted asking price of £80million may put off City .
Meanwhile , Guardiola has reportedly also identified Burnley 's Dwight McNeil as a potential Sane replacement .
The 20-year-old has had another good season at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ he could be a target , although Traore 's form has put him lower down on their wishlist .
Yet McNeil could prove to be a more cost effective option , is four years younger and also has the benefit of being homegrown .

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Manchester City have pulled ahead of Barcelona in the race for Wolves winger Adama Traore, according to reports.
City have seen their dominance of the Premier League slip this season and a summer rebuild could be on the cards in order to pose a greater challenge to Liverpool in the next campaign.
Although Pep Guardiola has suggested that the club may not need to spend money to replace Leroy Sane in the summer, the Blues are continuing to be linked with players to fill the void left by the German.
The latest of which being Wolves' Traore, who has been one of the league's stand out players this year with four goals as well as nine assists, sitting behind only Kevin De Bruyne and Trent Alexander-Arnold in the rankings.
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City have experienced first hand just how good the 24-year-old is on two occasions as he inspired Wolves to the double over them this season.
According to ESPN, Traore will remain at Wolves if they qualify for next season's Champions League, either through league position or by winning the Europa League.
However, if they fail to do so then there could be a bidding war for their star player with City and Italian giants Juventus both keen on Traore.
It's reported that the two clubs are ahead of Barcelona as the Catalan club would only look to resign the La Masia graduate in 12 months time as their current focus is on selling players. However, a touted asking price of £80million may put off City.
Meanwhile, Guardiola has reportedly also identified Burnley's Dwight McNeil as a potential Sane replacement.
The 20-year-old has had another good season at Turf Moor and ESPN also report that he could be a target, although Traore's form has put him lower down on their wishlist.
Yet McNeil could prove to be a more cost effective option, is four years younger and also has the benefit of being homegrown.