themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Manchester United take the wrong player off for the right man in Juan Mata

Manchester United can not fully concentrate on Jadon Sancho just yet in this neverending season .
Their exhausting defeat of Copenhagen was so long it almost ticked over to the date their season started and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's Reds will go marching on beyond a 60th game .
This was a nervier night than the Copenhagen coach Stale Solbakken envisaged and United suffered some ominous harbingers .
A penalty was overruled , the Video Assistant Referee denied them , Mason Greenwood and Bruno Fernandes pinged both uprights , Anthony Martial was ostentatiously denied by the goalkeeper and there was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the French official , Scott McTominay smacked his seat in anger and the United players and staff raised their hands in disbelief at an errant Fernandes pass .
If anything summarised the ramshackle performance it was that United nearly substituted the wrong player in the 120th minute .
For the second major match running Martial procured the breakthrough with his tap-dancing feet .
It would be churlish to regard the penalty United were awarded - their 21st this term - as fortunate when Martial was so obviously brought down to earth and Fernandes @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his immaculate record to make it seven in seven .
Amid the tiresome posturing over Sancho , United are through to their 18th European semi-final and in the last four of a third competition this calendar year alone .
This was always a stepping stone of a season - one for the cups - and United 's commitment to ending their trophy drought endures .
Solbakken claimed Copenhagen 's chances were 'not great ' and that turned out to be false modesty .
Guillermo Varela , a starter in Marcus Rashford 's first @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his old club 's stay in Germany to one night with his swashbuckling raids , and the Sunderland 'Til I Die star Bryan Oviedo saw a glaring opportunity foiled by Aaron Wan-Bissaka .
Brandon Williams put Varela back in his box with a tackle hardened in Harpurhey , accompanied by an accusatory finger following an earlier dive .
Sevilla or Wolves await in a more treacherous straight knockout tie in Cologne on Sunday .
Sevilla have lifted the Europa League vase five times in the last 15 years and United 's only win @ @ @ @ @ @ @ top flight was in an FA Cup replay they had no interest in participating in .
The Europa League also offers Wolves passage to the Champions League for the first time .
`` Come on boys , 30 minutes .
Keep going , '' Solskjaer stressed at the end of regulation time .
It is a lot to ask when Maguire was making his 60th start of the campaign for club and country .
The United players 's shirts were so drenched in sweat the colour had dampened from scarlet to blood red @ @ @ @ @ @ @ personal well-being .
Pogba nor Fernandes were at their optimum but , in Juan Mata , United had a playmaker who made them pay .
His introduction for extra-time was decisive and Martial wasted a probing pass from Mata before he was hauled down in the 94th minute .
Mata has been underused since the restart and this was a timely reminder of his enduring class .
The United dugout has rarely been so talkative .
Michael Carrick , leaning against the dugout , bellowed two 'well done , Fred 's and Odion @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ' .
Solskjaer is not as animated or vocal as some of his coaching peers and in an empty stadium had difficulty in getting Greenwood 's attention to embark on curved runs in behind .
Solskjaer elicited Fred 's first recorded use of English after his dithering let in Mohamed Daramy only for Maguire to block the goalbound shot .
Solskjaer 's use of Fred as the sole holding midfielder contributed to Steven Bergwijn 's opener at Tottenham - as well as the Brazilian 's demotion - and Fred 's selection reinforced the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Matic .
Solskjaer reminded Fred to 'focus ' on forward passes and received the standard 'okay ' .
Matic was so curious he and McTominay asked the British press pack whether Maguire was offside for a cross , only Uefa did not supply monitors in the press box .
Not for the first time , Solskjaer used the water break to make a beeline for Pogba and instruct him to play the ball quicker .
`` If that comes , get it in behind .
There are spaces everywhere . ''
The voluble @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Williams executed a goal-saving header yet the goalkeeping coach Richard Hartis had to remind him to move 'higher ' up and offer width .
Wan-Bissaka , shaken by an early blow to the face , was equally guilty of such reticence and not for the first time over the last month United were ruing the absence of Luke Shaw .
Their recalled first-teamers lacked rhythm in their first game in 15 days and the bickering between some was a recurring theme of a tepid first-half that ended with the desperate sound of @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with a free-kick .
It went too long .
Rashford was dilatory in reacting to Solskjaer 's instructions until he put Greenwood through to score on the stroke of half-time .
Greenwood was offside and the time it took the VAR to chalk off his goal was as bad as the linesman 's eyesight .
The communication of the check was so non-existent the United players only discovered about it from the journalists sat a few rows behind them .
Greenwood has still not surpassed George Best , Wayne Rooney or Brian Kidd @ @ @ @ @ @ @ as a teenager and was unfortunate to make way for Mata rather than Rashford .
His disallowed goal was sparked by a spontaneous call from Kieran McKenna for United to intensify their pressing and Carrick was still not happy when all 10 outfield players were camped in the Copenhagen half .
Fred eventually mimicked Carrick with a perceptive pass and interception .
United had given consideration to resting some of their first XI members from the quarters onwards and Nemanja Matic replaced Fred while Victor Lindelof replaced Eric Bailly to raise the standards @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , looked particularly peeved at the timing of his removal .
McTominay did some cheerleading from the sidelines as the tension was ratcheted up by Copenhagen 's new lease of life , with Varela willing to abandon his taming of the ineffectual Rashford .
United players were warned not to get 'passive ' and Maguire , the most-used , was the most demanding of all as extra-time loomed .
Five minutes in , there was a boom from the bench and the stands to greet Fernandes 's finish .

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Manchester United cannot fully concentrate on Jadon Sancho just yet in this neverending season. Their exhausting defeat of Copenhagen was so long it almost ticked over to the date their season started and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's Reds will go marching on beyond a 60th game.
This was a nervier night than the Copenhagen coach Stale Solbakken envisaged and United suffered some ominous harbingers. A penalty was overruled, the Video Assistant Referee denied them, Mason Greenwood and Bruno Fernandes pinged both uprights, Anthony Martial was ostentatiously denied by the goalkeeper and there was extra-time.
Harry Maguire was piqued by the French official, Scott McTominay smacked his seat in anger and the United players and staff raised their hands in disbelief at an errant Fernandes pass. If anything summarised the ramshackle performance it was that United nearly substituted the wrong player in the 120th minute.
For the second major match running Martial procured the breakthrough with his tap-dancing feet. It would be churlish to regard the penalty United were awarded - their 21st this term - as fortunate when Martial was so obviously brought down to earth and Fernandes, flawless from 12 yards, maintained his immaculate record to make it seven in seven.
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Amid the tiresome posturing over Sancho, United are through to their 18th European semi-final and in the last four of a third competition this calendar year alone. This was always a stepping stone of a season - one for the cups - and United's commitment to ending their trophy drought endures.
Solbakken claimed Copenhagen's chances were 'not great' and that turned out to be false modesty. Guillermo Varela, a starter in Marcus Rashford's first two United appearances, threatened to limit his old club's stay in Germany to one night with his swashbuckling raids, and the Sunderland 'Til I Die star Bryan Oviedo saw a glaring opportunity foiled by Aaron Wan-Bissaka. Brandon Williams put Varela back in his box with a tackle hardened in Harpurhey, accompanied by an accusatory finger following an earlier dive.
Sevilla or Wolves await in a more treacherous straight knockout tie in Cologne on Sunday. Sevilla have lifted the Europa League vase five times in the last 15 years and United's only win against Wolves since they returned to the top flight was in an FA Cup replay they had no interest in participating in. The Europa League also offers Wolves passage to the Champions League for the first time.
"Come on boys, 30 minutes. Keep going," Solskjaer stressed at the end of regulation time. It is a lot to ask when Maguire was making his 60th start of the campaign for club and country. The United players's shirts were so drenched in sweat the colour had dampened from scarlet to blood red and Solskjaer checked on Paul Pogba's personal well-being.
Pogba nor Fernandes were at their optimum but, in Juan Mata, United had a playmaker who made them pay. His introduction for extra-time was decisive and Martial wasted a probing pass from Mata before he was hauled down in the 94th minute. Mata has been underused since the restart and this was a timely reminder of his enduring class.
The United dugout has rarely been so talkative. Michael Carrick, leaning against the dugout, bellowed two 'well done, Fred's and Odion Ighalo urged Greenwood to 'make a run'. Solskjaer is not as animated or vocal as some of his coaching peers and in an empty stadium had difficulty in getting Greenwood's attention to embark on curved runs in behind.
Solskjaer elicited Fred's first recorded use of English after his dithering let in Mohamed Daramy only for Maguire to block the goalbound shot. Solskjaer's use of Fred as the sole holding midfielder contributed to Steven Bergwijn's opener at Tottenham - as well as the Brazilian's demotion - and Fred's selection reinforced the importance of the defensive midfield specialist Nemanja Matic. Solskjaer reminded Fred to 'focus' on forward passes and received the standard 'okay'.
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Matic was so curious he and McTominay asked the British press pack whether Maguire was offside for a cross, only Uefa did not supply monitors in the press box. Not for the first time, Solskjaer used the water break to make a beeline for Pogba and instruct him to play the ball quicker. "If that comes, get it in behind. There are spaces everywhere." The voluble Maguire is becoming Solskjaer's on-pitch lieutenant.
Williams executed a goal-saving header yet the goalkeeping coach Richard Hartis had to remind him to move 'higher' up and offer width. Wan-Bissaka, shaken by an early blow to the face, was equally guilty of such reticence and not for the first time over the last month United were ruing the absence of Luke Shaw.
Their recalled first-teamers lacked rhythm in their first game in 15 days and the bickering between some was a recurring theme of a tepid first-half that ended with the desperate sound of Maguire instructing Fernandes to 'go long' with a free-kick. It went too long.
Rashford was dilatory in reacting to Solskjaer's instructions until he put Greenwood through to score on the stroke of half-time. Greenwood was offside and the time it took the VAR to chalk off his goal was as bad as the linesman's eyesight. The communication of the check was so non-existent the United players only discovered about it from the journalists sat a few rows behind them.
Greenwood has still not surpassed George Best, Wayne Rooney or Brian Kidd to tally an 18-goal season with United as a teenager and was unfortunate to make way for Mata rather than Rashford. His disallowed goal was sparked by a spontaneous call from Kieran McKenna for United to intensify their pressing and Carrick was still not happy when all 10 outfield players were camped in the Copenhagen half. Fred eventually mimicked Carrick with a perceptive pass and interception.
United had given consideration to resting some of their first XI members from the quarters onwards and Nemanja Matic replaced Fred while Victor Lindelof replaced Eric Bailly to raise the standards. Fred, improving at the time, looked particularly peeved at the timing of his removal.
McTominay did some cheerleading from the sidelines as the tension was ratcheted up by Copenhagen's new lease of life, with Varela willing to abandon his taming of the ineffectual Rashford. United players were warned not to get 'passive' and Maguire, the most-used, was the most demanding of all as extra-time loomed. Five minutes in, there was a boom from the bench and the stands to greet Fernandes's finish.
Sancho can wait.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Manchester United vs FC Copenhagen highlights

Manchester United are into the semi-finals of the Europa League after beating Copenhagen in Cologne .
United required extra-time to @ @ @ @ @ with Bruno Fernandes ' 94th-minute penalty getting the Reds over the line .
Wolves or @ @ @ @ @ last-four opponents on Sunday .
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer named a strong team for the game @ @ @ @ @ Paul Pogba , Bruno Fernandes , Mason Greenwood , Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial all @ @ @ @ @ having started last week 's win over LASK on the bench .
Greenwood thought he @ @ @ @ @ United on the stroke of half-time but his clinical strike was ruled out for offside @ @ @ @ @ Copenhagen goalkeeper Karl-Johan Johnsson kept his side in the tie with an impressive performance , @ @ @ @ @ after Anthony Martial was felled in the area was enough to see United home .
@ @ @ @ @ United 's win , follow our live blog below .

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Manchester United are into the semi-finals of the Europa League after beating Copenhagen in Cologne.
United required extra-time to get the job done, with Bruno Fernandes' 94th-minute penalty getting the Reds over the line. Wolves or Sevilla will be United's last-four opponents on Sunday.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer named a strong team for the game, with Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Paul Pogba, Bruno Fernandes, Mason Greenwood, Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial all coming back into the team having started last week's win over LASK on the bench.
Greenwood thought he'd opened the scored for United on the stroke of half-time but his clinical strike was ruled out for offside after a VAR check.
Copenhagen goalkeeper Karl-Johan Johnsson kept his side in the tie with an impressive performance, but Fernandes' converted penalty after Anthony Martial was felled in the area was enough to see United home.
For all the reaction to United's win, follow our live blog below.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Manchester United player ratings: Juan Mata and Anthony Martial good

Rarely called into drastic action as he kept his place after last week 's win over LASK .
Copenhagen 's best chances were blocked .
6 Took a heavy blow to the head early on and it seemed to shake him .
Uncharacteristically lost a sliding tackle but brilliantly denied Bryan Oviedo .
6 Made a couple of key blocks to thwart Copenhagen in the first-half but his second-half booking meant he was walking a tightrope and Victor Lindelof came on for him .
6 Blocked just in the nick of time to spare Fred 's blushes and was booked @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 6 Executed a goal-saving header in his own area but reluctant to get into the opponent 's area and struggled in the second-half .
5 Carelessly let Copenhagen in for their best chance .
Not helped by being used in a role he is not suited to but was improving until substituted .
6 Ole Gunnar Solskjaer made a beeline for him during the first drinks break to pass quicker but Pogba was nowhere near his optimum .
5 Not at the totemic level United have been used to and was unlucky with @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and then stepped up to score another penalty .
7 Thought he had his 18th goal of the season but was ruled offside and hit the post in the second-half .
Harshly substituted for extra-time .
6 Another poor performance since the season restarted .
Had enough football to shed the ring rust and lucky not to come off .
4 Nigh-on anonymous in the first-half and superbly denied by 'keeper Karl-Johan Johnsson late in regulation time and almost danced his way to scoring a 90th minute winner .
Won a penalty .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ creativity .
8 Came on to freshen up the attack .
5

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Sergio Romero
Rarely called into drastic action as he kept his place after last week's win over LASK. Copenhagen's best chances were blocked. 6
Aaron Wan-Bissaka
Took a heavy blow to the head early on and it seemed to shake him. Uncharacteristically lost a sliding tackle but brilliantly denied Bryan Oviedo. 6
Eric Bailly
Made a couple of key blocks to thwart Copenhagen in the first-half but his second-half booking meant he was walking a tightrope and Victor Lindelof came on for him. 6
Harry Maguire
Blocked just in the nick of time to spare Fred's blushes and was booked for a cynical foul after half-time. 6
Brandon Williams
Executed a goal-saving header in his own area but reluctant to get into the opponent's area and struggled in the second-half. 5
Fred
Carelessly let Copenhagen in for their best chance. Not helped by being used in a role he is not suited to but was improving until substituted. 6
Paul Pogba
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer made a beeline for him during the first drinks break to pass quicker but Pogba was nowhere near his optimum. 5
Bruno Fernandes
Not at the totemic level United have been used to and was unlucky with a shot that bounced onto the upright and then stepped up to score another penalty. 7
Mason Greenwood
Thought he had his 18th goal of the season but was ruled offside and hit the post in the second-half. Harshly substituted for extra-time. 6
Marcus Rashford
Another poor performance since the season restarted. Had enough football to shed the ring rust and lucky not to come off. 4
Anthony Martial
Nigh-on anonymous in the first-half and superbly denied by 'keeper Karl-Johan Johnsson late in regulation time and almost danced his way to scoring a 90th minute winner. Won a penalty. 7
Subs
Nemanja Matic
Offered balance as a specialist defensive midfielder. 6
Victor Lindelof
Calm on the ball. 6
Juan Mata
Had a major impact with his creativity. 8
Jesse Lingard
Came on to freshen up the attack. 5


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Shocking video footage shows man hit by Volkswagen car during disturbance

Disturbing video footage captures the moment a car was driven at a man during a violent disturbance in Rochdale .
Two men and a 16-year-old boy have been arrested in connection with the incident .
The footage was filmed in Kirkholt , Rochdale , on Saturday afternoon .
The M.E.N .
has decided not to publish the graphic moment of the collision .
It 's understood weapons were involved in the incident .
Police said a 37-year-old man , the man who was struck by the car , was taken to hospital with minor injuries .
He has since discharged @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , and a 16-year-old boy , were later arrested on suspicion of violent disorder .
Officers were called to Kildare Crescent in Kirkholt at around 3.45pm on Saturday .
There were no reports of any other injuries .
A third car is also understood to have suffered damage .
The video - which is being shared widely across social media - shows a white Volkswagen Passat , with a smashed rear window , reversing at speed into the back of what appears to be a parked grey VW Golf .
There 's shouting @ @ @ @ @ @ @ around after the driver gets out .
A second car , a black hatchback , then arrives at the scene .
A woman can be heard shouting : `` What are you doing people ?
... calm down . ''
The driver gets back into the Passat and a second man walks up to the car holding something in his hand .
The Passat then drives away , dragging the Golf with it , before it hits the second man , who is stood on a grass verge .
He 's knocked to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ being driven away at speed , followed by the black hatchback .
A person is shown taking a swipe at the hatchback as it passes .
The air ambulance was captured in the footage landing on a field nearby as a precaution , but it 's understood it was n't required .
The M.E.N .
has blurred out the faces of those shown in the footage .
In a statement , GMP said enquiries were continuing .
The force said : `` Police were called at around 3.45pm on Saturday , August 8 @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Kildare Crescent in Rochdale .
`` A 37-year-old man was taken to hospital with minor injuries and has since been discharged .
`` Two men - aged 37 and 21 - and a 16-year-old boy were arrested on suspicion of violent disorder .
`` They have since been released on bail under investigation . ''
The force is also appealing for witnesses .
Call police on 0161 856 8441 quoting incident number 2381 of 08/08/2020 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111 .

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Disturbing video footage captures the moment a car was driven at a man during a violent disturbance in Rochdale.
Two men and a 16-year-old boy have been arrested in connection with the incident.
The footage was filmed in Kirkholt, Rochdale, on Saturday afternoon.
The M.E.N. has decided not to publish the graphic moment of the collision.
It's understood weapons were involved in the incident.
Police said a 37-year-old man, the man who was struck by the car, was taken to hospital with minor injuries.
He has since discharged.
Two men aged 37 and 21, and a 16-year-old boy, were later arrested on suspicion of violent disorder.
(Image: UGC)
Greater Manchester Police said enquiries were continuing.
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Officers were called to Kildare Crescent in Kirkholt at around 3.45pm on Saturday.
There were no reports of any other injuries.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
A third car is also understood to have suffered damage.
The video - which is being shared widely across social media - shows a white Volkswagen Passat, with a smashed rear window, reversing at speed into the back of what appears to be a parked grey VW Golf.
There's shouting and screaming - with people shown running around after the driver gets out.
A second car, a black hatchback, then arrives at the scene.
(Image: UGC)
A woman can be heard shouting: "What are you doing people?...calm down."
The driver gets back into the Passat and a second man walks up to the car holding something in his hand.
The Passat then drives away, dragging the Golf with it, before it hits the second man, who is stood on a grass verge.
He's knocked to the ground and the Passat is shown being driven away at speed, followed by the black hatchback.
(Image: UGC)
A person is shown taking a swipe at the hatchback as it passes.
The air ambulance was captured in the footage landing on a field nearby as a precaution, but it's understood it wasn't required.
The M.E.N. has blurred out the faces of those shown in the footage.
In a statement, GMP said enquiries were continuing.
The force said: "Police were called at around 3.45pm on Saturday, August 8, to reports of a disturbance on Kildare Crescent in Rochdale.
"A 37-year-old man was taken to hospital with minor injuries and has since been discharged.
"Two men - aged 37 and 21 - and a 16-year-old boy were arrested on suspicion of violent disorder.
"They have since been released on bail under investigation."
The force is also appealing for witnesses.
Call police on 0161 856 8441 quoting incident number 2381 of 08/08/2020 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Manchester United vs FC Copenhagen: Extra-time and penalties rules

Manchester United continue their Europa League venture against FC Copenhagen in the quarter-final tie , with the final rounds of the tournament being played in Germany .
Following the coronavirus pandemic that disrupted global sport , the quarter-finals , semi-finals and finals will be played as single-tie matches in a neutral venue .
For the Europa League , Germany is the host and United will spend the remainder of their season on the continent - as they are not allowed to return to the UK until their involvement in the competition is at a close .
It is a far @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to , so we have gathered all the ins-and-outs that you need to know .
Is there extra-time and penalties ?
Yes .
Any match that finishes level after 90 minutes will immediately advance to extra-time and penalties , if necessary , with each match being decided 'on the night ' .
This means there is no aggregate scores or away-goals rule , with the set-up being described as 'no second chances ' - as a single tie will decide the outcome of each round .
It is comparable to the international tournaments @ @ @ @ @ @ @ taking centre-stage after the European Championship was postponed .
How many substitutes are allowed ?
Each team is allowed to make five substitutions over the course of the match , with the number rising from the usual amount of three due to the rigours of the extended season .
However , to limit the number of stoppages to the match , each team will only be allowed to make changes at three points during the course of the match .
If the game advances to extra-time , each team will be allowed to @ @ @ @ @

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Manchester United continue their Europa League venture against FC Copenhagen in the quarter-final tie, with the final rounds of the tournament being played in Germany.
Following the coronavirus pandemic that disrupted global sport, the quarter-finals, semi-finals and finals will be played as single-tie matches in a neutral venue.
For the Europa League, Germany is the host and United will spend the remainder of their season on the continent - as they are not allowed to return to the UK until their involvement in the competition is at a close.
It is a far different format than fans have become accustomed to, so we have gathered all the ins-and-outs that you need to know.
Is there extra-time and penalties?
Yes. Any match that finishes level after 90 minutes will immediately advance to extra-time and penalties, if necessary, with each match being decided 'on the night'.
This means there is no aggregate scores or away-goals rule, with the set-up being described as 'no second chances' - as a single tie will decide the outcome of each round.
It is comparable to the international tournaments that are played, with the tournament taking centre-stage after the European Championship was postponed.
How many substitutes are allowed?
Each team is allowed to make five substitutions over the course of the match, with the number rising from the usual amount of three due to the rigours of the extended season.
However, to limit the number of stoppages to the match, each team will only be allowed to make changes at three points during the course of the match.
If the game advances to extra-time, each team will be allowed to make an additional substitution.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Man United fans think they've spotted Solskjaer confirming Sancho transfer

Some Manchester United fans on Twitter were allowing themselves to get excited ahead of Monday 's game against Copenhagen after a clip emerged which they thought showed Ole Gunnar Solskjaer saying a deal for Jadon Sancho has been agreed .
Sancho is United 's top target this summer as Solskjaer looks to turn his team into Premier League title contenders , but developments on Monday suggested a deal is far from imminent .
Dortmund sporting director Michael Zorc said during a press conference that he expects Sancho to remain at Dortmund for at least another season .
`` The decision @ @ @ @ @ @ @ before revealing that the player 's contract was extended until 2023 last year .
It was previously thought that Sancho was contracted to Dortmund until 2022 .
The MEN understands United are frustrated by the slow pace of negotiations with Dortmund through the agent Marco Lichtsteiner .
United sources have described it as 'unusual ' of Dortmund to have hired an intermediary to act on their behalf and claim Sancho 's wage demands and agents fees continue to be an 'obstacle ' .
United are determined not to repeat mistakes of the past @ @ @ @ @ @ @ continued posturing between the two clubs , one positive-thinking United fan believe they spotted Solskjaer discussing a deal for Sancho during a conversation with Nemanja Matic on Sunday night .
A Twitter user , whose lip-reading qualifications are unknown , tweeted to claim Solskjaer said : `` They wanted more cash .
Yep they did .
He ’ s joining On Tuesday . ''
Some fans allowed themselves to get carried away with the tweet , but one rather aptly wrote : `` It looks different every time someone says something . ''

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Some Manchester United fans on Twitter were allowing themselves to get excited ahead of Monday's game against Copenhagen after a clip emerged which they thought showed Ole Gunnar Solskjaer saying a deal for Jadon Sancho has been agreed.
Sancho is United's top target this summer as Solskjaer looks to turn his team into Premier League title contenders, but developments on Monday suggested a deal is far from imminent.
Dortmund sporting director Michael Zorc said during a press conference that he expects Sancho to remain at Dortmund for at least another season. "The decision is final," he said, before revealing that the player's contract was extended until 2023 last year. It was previously thought that Sancho was contracted to Dortmund until 2022.
The MEN understands United are frustrated by the slow pace of negotiations with Dortmund through the agent Marco Lichtsteiner.
United sources have described it as 'unusual' of Dortmund to have hired an intermediary to act on their behalf and claim Sancho's wage demands and agents fees continue to be an 'obstacle'. United are determined not to repeat mistakes of the past in overpaying the agent.
Despite the continued posturing between the two clubs, one positive-thinking United fan believe they spotted Solskjaer discussing a deal for Sancho during a conversation with Nemanja Matic on Sunday night.
A Twitter user, whose lip-reading qualifications are unknown, tweeted to claim Solskjaer said: "They wanted more cash. Yep they did. He’s joining On Tuesday."
Some fans allowed themselves to get carried away with the tweet, but one rather aptly wrote: "It looks different every time someone says something."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Man City evening headlines as Lyon's Aouar ‘available for transfer’

Here are your Manchester City evening headlines for Monday August 10 .
Lyon sporting director Juninho Pernambucano believes that star man Houssem Aouar is expected to leave the club this summer .
The 22-year-old has linked with a move to the Etihad Stadium on several occasions in the past and recent comments suggest that a move could be possible this summer .
Pep Guardiola ’ s side will face Lyon in the Champions League quarter-finals this week but the Ligue 1 team ’ s sporting director may have hinted at more interaction between the two teams this summer .
Juninho @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , I rather think that there will be departures .
`` Houssem Aouar ?
When you have great players in the squad , it is quite logical that other bigger teams and with greater economic power come to seek the players .
There is a risk of losing important players .
`` If we lose important players , I have already spoken with the president , we will have the right to balance the workforce . ''
When Torres and Ake will join Man City training outlined Nathan Ake , Ferran Torres and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of when they can team up with their new City teammates .
The club has already entered the transfer market with some purpose but it is not yet known when they will be able to team up with Guardiola and co. City travelled to Portugal today to continue their quest for glory in the Champions League where they take on Lyon later this week , but tight regulations mean that the club are limited in terms of who can travel .
New Chelsea signing Timo Werner , for instance , has already joined @ @ @ @ @ @ @ arrivals at the Etihad Stadium will have to wait depending on how long the side remains in the Champions League .
You can read the full breakdown here .
John Stones has outlined his desire to compete for a place at the club despite continued speculation over his future .
Both Chelsea and Arsenal have been linked with moves for the central defender who has struggled to nail down a first team place under Guardiola .
However , the England international took to Instagram on Sunday to remember four years at the club @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Stones : “ Four years ago today I signed for this amazing club !
What a 4 years it ’ s been , 2PL , 1FA , 3EFL , 2 Community Shields .
“ I have loved every minute and I am looking forward to my future here . ''

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Here are your Manchester City evening headlines for Monday August 10.
Lyon chief addresses Man City links to Aouar
Lyon sporting director Juninho Pernambucano believes that star man Houssem Aouar is expected to leave the club this summer.
The 22-year-old has linked with a move to the Etihad Stadium on several occasions in the past and recent comments suggest that a move could be possible this summer.
Pep Guardiola’s side will face Lyon in the Champions League quarter-finals this week but the Ligue 1 team’s sporting director may have hinted at more interaction between the two teams this summer.
Juninho said : “In the absence of arrivals, I rather think that there will be departures.
"Houssem Aouar? When you have great players in the squad, it is quite logical that other bigger teams and with greater economic power come to seek the players. There is a risk of losing important players.
"If we lose important players, I have already spoken with the president, we will have the right to balance the workforce."
When Torres and Ake will join Man City training outlined
Nathan Ake, Ferran Torres and other summer signings are yet to learn of when they can team up with their new City teammates.
The club has already entered the transfer market with some purpose but it is not yet known when they will be able to team up with Guardiola and co.
City travelled to Portugal today to continue their quest for glory in the Champions League where they take on Lyon later this week, but tight regulations mean that the club are limited in terms of who can travel.
New Chelsea signing Timo Werner, for instance, has already joined up with his new side but new arrivals at the Etihad Stadium will have to wait depending on how long the side remains in the Champions League.
You can read the full breakdown here .
Stones sends message as speculation continues over future
John Stones has outlined his desire to compete for a place at the club despite continued speculation over his future.
Both Chelsea and Arsenal have been linked with moves for the central defender who has struggled to nail down a first team place under Guardiola.
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However, the England international took to Instagram on Sunday to remember four years at the club and declare his excitement for the future.
Stones said : “Four years ago today I signed for this amazing club! What a 4 years it’s been, 2PL, 1FA, 3EFL, 2 Community Shields.
“I have loved every minute and I am looking forward to my future here."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Mum's tribute to boy, six, who died after being hit by a car

A heartbroken mum has paid tribute to her little boy who died after being struck by a car in Hulme .
Kidus Wendosen , six , was riding his bike on Wilmott Street when he was hit by the vehicle on Sunday evening .
His mum Zufan Yemane , 30 , had been watching him play and witnessed the tragedy happen outside their home .
`` He was the most lovely , active little boy , `` she said .
`` Everyone knew him in the area and he would play out with other children in the neighbourhood .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ other kids when it happened and I just screamed . ''
Kidus was struck on Wilmott Street , near the junction Chevrill Close , just before 6pm on Sunday .
He was taken to hospital but sadly died a short time later .
Candles and flowers have been laid at the roadside in tribute to Kidus .
Those who knew Kidus described him as a happy and lively little boy who loved football and school sports .
He attended the nearby St Philip ’ s CE Primary School and had an older brother @ @ @ @ @ @ @ from Eritrea in east Africa , has lived in Hulme with her family for four years .
She said Kidus ' death is the second tragedy for the family after her husband died last year .
`` Right now I feel loneliness , ” she said .
`` I lost my husband last year and now I have lost my youngest son .
`` It ’ s hard enough being a single mum and now this .
`` I don ’ t know how I can stay in my home .
Everywhere I @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Every corner reminds me of him . ''
Community members spoke of their shock as they gathered near the crash scene , many weeping together , on Monday .
One neighbour , who asked not to be named , said : `` The kids like to play out and ride their bikes around the block .
`` I didn ’ t see the crash but I saw all the emergency services .
`` The road was blocked off all night by police .
A 32-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of causing death @ @ @ @ @ @ @ been released under investigation .
Police are now appealing for any witnesses , or drivers with dash cam footage , to come forward and assist their investigation .
Sergeant Joseph Barron , of GMP ’ s Serious Collision Investigation Unit , said : `` This was a devastating collision .
Our thoughts are with the boys loved ones at what is understandably a heart breaking time for them .
`` Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the collision and , although a woman is in custody , we are keen @ @ @ @ @ @ @ `` I would also appeal to anyone with dash cam footage from the area shortly before or at the time of the incident to contact us . ''
Anyone with information should contact police on 0161 856 4741 quoting 2951 of 09/08/20 or the independent charity – Crimestoppers , anonymously , on 0800 555 111 .

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A heartbroken mum has paid tribute to her little boy who died after being struck by a car in Hulme.
Kidus Wendosen, six, was riding his bike on Wilmott Street when he was hit by the vehicle on Sunday evening.
His mum Zufan Yemane, 30, had been watching him play and witnessed the tragedy happen outside their home.
"He was the most lovely, active little boy, " she said.
"Everyone knew him in the area and he would play out with other children in the neighbourhood.
"I was watching him play with the other kids when it happened and I just screamed."
Kidus was struck on Wilmott Street, near the junction Chevrill Close, just before 6pm on Sunday.
He was taken to hospital but sadly died a short time later.
Candles and flowers have been laid at the roadside in tribute to Kidus.
Those who knew Kidus described him as a happy and lively little boy who loved football and school sports.
He attended the nearby St Philip’s CE Primary School and had an older brother Jossy, 11.
Zufan, originally from Eritrea in east Africa, has lived in Hulme with her family for four years.
She said Kidus' death is the second tragedy for the family after her husband died last year.
"Right now I feel loneliness,” she said.
"I lost my husband last year and now I have lost my youngest son.
"It’s hard enough being a single mum and now this.
"I don’t know how I can stay in my home. Everywhere I look I see my son.
"Every corner reminds me of him."
(Image: Family handout)
Community members spoke of their shock as they gathered near the crash scene, many weeping together, on Monday.
One neighbour, who asked not to be named, said: "The kids like to play out and ride their bikes around the block.
"I didn’t see the crash but I saw all the emergency services.
"The road was blocked off all night by police.
"It’s a terrible thing to have happened."
A 32-year-old woman was arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless driving.
She has since been released under investigation.
Police are now appealing for any witnesses, or drivers with dash cam footage, to come forward and assist their investigation.
Sergeant Joseph Barron, of GMP’s Serious Collision Investigation Unit, said: "This was a devastating collision. Our thoughts are with the boys loved ones at what is understandably a heart breaking time for them.
"Enquiries are ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the collision and, although a woman is in custody, we are keen to hear from anyone with information.
"I would also appeal to anyone with dash cam footage from the area shortly before or at the time of the incident to contact us."
Anyone with information should contact police on 0161 856 4741 quoting 2951 of 09/08/20 or the independent charity – Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Dortmund issue Sancho request amid Man United transfer interest

Borussia Dortmund 's sporting director has issued a direct plea to the media over the Jadon Sancho to Manchester United transfer saga .
Michael Zorc , who held a press conference on Monday afternoon that became dominated by questions over Sancho 's future , admitted the German club have been `` astonished '' by some of the coverage in the press .
He asked the media to consider Sancho himself , with the 20-year-old at the centre of the transfer storm .
Zorc earlier in the press conference had claimed Dortmund are confident of keeping Sancho this summer and revealed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 2023 .
It then emerged that United were not deterred and would continue in their quest to land the England right-winger despite slow and frustrating negotiations through an intermediary .
On the coverage of the situation in the media , which has been extensive , Zorc said : `` To be honest , we 've been rather astonished at some of the stories we 've read in the past few weeks and have been - as you may have noticed - very relaxed about the whole situation .
`` I 'd like to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be slightly more considerate of the fact the boy is only 20 years old .
`` Not every rumour should be pursued - it 's better to stick to the facts . ''
In Zorc 's words , the facts remain that Sancho is still a Dortmund player and looks set to feature in their pre-season campaign , which begins with a friendly against Altach on Wednesday .
Dortmund 's self-imposed deadline of August 10th has passed without a major breakthrough in negotiations , with the Black and Yellows understood to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ former Man City youngster Sancho .

Borussia Dortmund's sporting director has issued a direct plea to the media over the Jadon Sancho to Manchester United transfer saga.
Michael Zorc, who held a press conference on Monday afternoon that became dominated by questions over Sancho's future, admitted the German club have been "astonished" by some of the coverage in the press.
He asked the media to consider Sancho himself, with the 20-year-old at the centre of the transfer storm.
Zorc earlier in the press conference had claimed Dortmund are confident of keeping Sancho this summer and revealed he had signed a contract extension until 2023. It then emerged that United were not deterred and would continue in their quest to land the England right-winger despite slow and frustrating negotiations through an intermediary.
On the coverage of the situation in the media, which has been extensive, Zorc said: ''To be honest, we've been rather astonished at some of the stories we've read in the past few weeks and have been - as you may have noticed - very relaxed about the whole situation.
"I'd like to take this opportunity to ask the media to be slightly more considerate of the fact the boy is only 20 years old.
"Not every rumour should be pursued - it's better to stick to the facts."
In Zorc's words, the facts remain that Sancho is still a Dortmund player and looks set to feature in their pre-season campaign, which begins with a friendly against Altach on Wednesday.
Dortmund's self-imposed deadline of August 10th has passed without a major breakthrough in negotiations, with the Black and Yellows understood to be holding out for a £108million fee for former Man City youngster Sancho.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Magical lantern festival Lightopia returns to Heaton Park this Christmas

The lantern festival which lit up Heaton Park last Christmas is back for 2020 .
Lightopia showcases unique interactive and immersive lights , lanterns and installations , with a magical illuminated trail through the park .
The award-winning event has been designed to maintain social distance from others and , as well as featuring the favourites from 2019 , this year ’ s event will have new themes and creations to discover .
The popular Animals attraction will return , as will much-loved installations in the Discovery space .
Children can once again enter the wonderful world of candy , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ area , with some new captivating pieces featured in this illuminated wonderland .
The Lakeside water show will play a key role in the exhibition , with a state-of-the-art projection promising ' a visual masterpiece ' , bringing the story of Lightopia to life .
And new themes to uncover include a stand-out Christmas showcase , which uses the Grade I-listed Heaton Hall as its sparkling backdrop and features Santa ’ s sleigh , glistening snowflakes and a giant interactive walking piano for people to make their own festive soundtrack .
Also new @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the night sky with its beautiful moon installation .
Other pieces include robotic controlled pads on the floor , which create light shows when stepped on and an interactive Zodiac Sign installation .
There will also be an area dedicated to the Manchester Skyline and an immersive Musical City encouraging visitors to dance their way through the lights .
The event will run from Friday , November 20 to Sunday , January 3 .
Earlybird tickets offering 20 % off are available until Thursday for those signing up on the website here .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ Friday , August 14 .
Ian Xiang , creative director of Lightopia , said : “ We are excited to bring Lightopia back to Manchester , and have once again created a world in which light , sculpture and art combine with traditional , Chinese lantern-making techniques to create an immersive experience , full of light and stories .
`` We want our guests to become part of the Lightopia story , helping to create new forms of art as they interact and engage with the luminescent sculptures that trail through Heaton Park.
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ been designed to create a safe environment , where visitors are able to see the sights safely with friends and family .
There will be wider footpaths to maintain social distancing , three entry points to reduce queuing and direct access to two car parks .
Shimmering walkways , lights and lanterns will guide the walkways , marking out the route .
And extraordinary dragon sculptures will lead the way to Lightopia ’ s food stalls and licensed bars .
The event runs daily from 5pm to 10pm , with last entry at @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and Tuesdays , except during school holidays .
Christmas Eve and Christmas Day are also closed .
Tickets are priced at £20 for adults ( or £22 on the day ) , £13 for children ( or £15 on the day ) , and £60 for families of two adults and two children ( £68 on the day ) .
Children under three can go free .
Essential carers of disabled visitors can attend for free , the disabled visitor pays the normal admission fee .
Visit the website here to book .

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The lantern festival which lit up Heaton Park last Christmas is back for 2020.
Lightopia showcases unique interactive and immersive lights, lanterns and installations, with a magical illuminated trail through the park.
The award-winning event has been designed to maintain social distance from others and, as well as featuring the favourites from 2019, this year’s event will have new themes and creations to discover.
The popular Animals attraction will return, as will much-loved installations in the Discovery space. Children can once again enter the wonderful world of candy, flowers and characters at the Woodland Fairytale area, with some new captivating pieces featured in this illuminated wonderland.
The Lakeside water show will play a key role in the exhibition, with a state-of-the-art projection promising 'a visual masterpiece', bringing the story of Lightopia to life.
(Image: Adams Photography / Lightopia)
And new themes to uncover include a stand-out Christmas showcase, which uses the Grade I-listed Heaton Hall as its sparkling backdrop and features Santa’s sleigh, glistening snowflakes and a giant interactive walking piano for people to make their own festive soundtrack.
Also new, is the Astronomy display; illuminating the night sky with its beautiful moon installation. Other pieces include robotic controlled pads on the floor, which create light shows when stepped on and an interactive Zodiac Sign installation.
There will also be an area dedicated to the Manchester Skyline and an immersive Musical City encouraging visitors to dance their way through the lights.
(Image: Emma Gill / Manchester Evening News)
The event will run from Friday, November 20 to Sunday, January 3. Earlybird tickets offering 20% off are available for those signing up on the website here. General ticket sales will be available from Friday, August 14.
Ian Xiang, creative director of Lightopia, said: “We are excited to bring Lightopia back to Manchester, and have once again created a world in which light, sculpture and art combine with traditional, Chinese lantern-making techniques to create an immersive experience, full of light and stories.
"We want our guests to become part of the Lightopia story, helping to create new forms of art as they interact and engage with the luminescent sculptures that trail through Heaton Park.”
(Image: Adams Photography / Lightopia)
Organisers say the new route has been designed to create a safe environment, where visitors are able to see the sights safely with friends and family. There will be wider footpaths to maintain social distancing, three entry points to reduce queuing and direct access to two car parks.
Shimmering walkways, lights and lanterns will guide the walkways, marking out the route. And extraordinary dragon sculptures will lead the way to Lightopia’s food stalls and licensed bars.
The event runs daily from 5pm to 10pm, with last entry at 8.30pm. It will close on Mondays and Tuesdays, except during school holidays. Christmas Eve and Christmas Day are also closed.
(Image: Emma Gill / Manchester Evening News)
Tickets are priced at £20 for adults (or £22 on the day), £13 for children (or £15 on the day), and £60 for families of two adults and two children (£68 on the day). Children under three can go free. Essential carers of disabled visitors can attend for free, the disabled visitor pays the normal admission fee.
Visit the website here to book.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Oldham’s coronavirus infection rate highest since the peak of the pandemic

Oldham recorded the highest number of coronavirus cases since the peak of the pandemic last week - and the rate of infection is still rising .
There were 208 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Oldham in the week up to August 7 , according to the latest data from Public Health England ( PHE ) .
It ’ s the first time the seven day total in the borough has gone above 200 since April 14 - which was the very height of the pandemic .
The infection rate there , 87.7 in the week ending August 7 , is @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Manchester and it has been rising day by day .
There have only been four days back in April when the infection rate was higher in Oldham than it was on August 7 .
Oldham now has the second highest rate in England , just below Pendle where the rate has jumped from 44.5 in the seven days to July 31 to 96.6 in the seven days to August 7 .
A total of 89 new cases have been recorded in Pendle during that time .
Blackburn with Darwen is third , where @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to 80.2 , with 120 new cases .
Meanwhile Leicester too has seen a slight rise , from 54.2 to 58.2 , with 206 new cases .
Here in Greater Manchester , cases are still heading upwards in Tameside , Bolton , Rochdale and Bury .
Manchester is now on a downward trend with cases dropping 10 per cent week-on-week .
Trafford too is also still on a downward trend .
The PHE figures , for the seven days to August 7 , are based on tests carried out in laboratories ( pillar @ @ @ @ @ @ @ programme ) and in the wider community ( pillar two ) .
It is this data which the government uses to determine whether to put a region into local lockdown - and the data would also be used to decide if local restrictions should be lifted The rate is expressed as the number of new cases per 100,000 people .
How the infection rates are calculated - These charts are based on data released by Public Health England and can be accessed via this link .
- The government uses this data to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ local lockdown .
It would also be used to decide if local restrictions should be lifted .
- The number of people being tested is rising , which will lead to the number of positive tests rising .
However , there is no publicly accessible data for how many tests were conducted in all areas , so it is not possible to compare these .
- The government uses the cases per 100,000 rate to decide on local lockdowns Death rates are going down and there were no deaths recorded at any Greater @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the weekend .
Also , the number of people being tested is rising , which will lead to the number of positive tests rising .
However , there is no publicly accessible data for how many tests were conducted in all areas , so it is not possible to compare these The the number of new cases recorded in the seven days to August 7 across each borough were :

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Oldham recorded the highest number of coronavirus cases since the peak of the pandemic last week - and the rate of infection is still rising.
There were 208 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Oldham in the week up to August 7, according to the latest data from Public Health England (PHE).
It’s the first time the seven day total in the borough has gone above 200 since April 14 - which was the very height of the pandemic.
The infection rate there, 87.7 in the week ending August 7, is still the highest across all of Greater Manchester and it has been rising day by day.
There have only been four days back in April when the infection rate was higher in Oldham than it was on August 7.
Oldham now has the second highest rate in England, just below Pendle where the rate has jumped from 44.5 in the seven days to July 31 to 96.6 in the seven days to August 7.
A total of 89 new cases have been recorded in Pendle during that time.
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Blackburn with Darwen is third, where the rate has increased slightly from 78.8 to 80.2, with 120 new cases.
Meanwhile Leicester too has seen a slight rise, from 54.2 to 58.2, with 206 new cases.
Here in Greater Manchester, cases are still heading upwards in Tameside, Bolton, Rochdale and Bury.
Manchester is now on a downward trend with cases dropping 10 per cent week-on-week.
Trafford too is also still on a downward trend.
The PHE figures, for the seven days to August 7, are based on tests carried out in laboratories (pillar one of the Government’s testing programme) and in the wider community (pillar two).
It is this data which the government uses to determine whether to put a region into local lockdown - and the data would also be used to decide if local restrictions should be lifted
The rate is expressed as the number of new cases per 100,000 people.
How the infection rates are calculated - These charts are based on data released by Public Health England and can be accessed via this link. - The government uses this data to determine whether to put a region into local lockdown. It would also be used to decide if local restrictions should be lifted. - The number of people being tested is rising, which will lead to the number of positive tests rising. However, there is no publicly accessible data for how many tests were conducted in all areas, so it is not possible to compare these. - The government uses the cases per 100,000 rate to decide on local lockdowns
Death rates are going down and there were no deaths recorded at any Greater Manchester hospital for three days running over the weekend.
Also, the number of people being tested is rising, which will lead to the number of positive tests rising. However, there is no publicly accessible data for how many tests were conducted in all areas, so it is not possible to compare these
The the number of new cases recorded in the seven days to August 7 across each borough were:
Oldham - 208
Rochdale - 88
Tameside - 82
Manchester - 180
Bolton - 81
Salford - 70
Bury - 49
Stockport -67
Trafford- 50
Wigan - 26


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Man City confirm Champions League squad ahead of Lyon fixture

Manchester City have confirmed their 27-man squad for the remaining rounds of the Champions League in Lisbon , but Sergio Aguero has not made the trip .
Aguero suffered a knee injury which required surgery in his first start since football 's resumption against Burnley but it was hoped that he might be fit in time for the last 16 second leg against Real Madrid .
Unfortunately the Argentine did n't recover in time for the match and has n't made the journey to the Portuguese capital with the rest of his teammates as he continues his rehabilitation .
Aguero @ @ @ @ @ @ @ however , and could possibly join the team at a later date .
Want-away defender Eric Garcia is in the squad , however , and he has been joined by several other teenagers with goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu , Tommy Doyle , Taylor Harwood-Bellis , Cole Palmer , Adrian Bernabe , and Felix Nmecha all included .
Vote for your City player of the season here : Following their historic victory over Madrid on Friday , City will now play the rest of the competition in an unprecedented condensed mini-tournament , with the rounds @ @ @ @ @ @ @ format .
Pep Guardiola 's side will meet French outfit Lyon in the quarter-finals at the José Alvalade Stadium , the home of Sporting Lisbon , on Saturday , August 15 .

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Manchester City have confirmed their 27-man squad for the remaining rounds of the Champions League in Lisbon, but Sergio Aguero has not made the trip.
Aguero suffered a knee injury which required surgery in his first start since football's resumption against Burnley but it was hoped that he might be fit in time for the last 16 second leg against Real Madrid.
Unfortunately the Argentine didn't recover in time for the match and hasn't made the journey to the Portuguese capital with the rest of his teammates as he continues his rehabilitation. Aguero is in the Champions League squad, however, and could possibly join the team at a later date.
Want-away defender Eric Garcia is in the squad, however, and he has been joined by several other teenagers with goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu, Tommy Doyle, Taylor Harwood-Bellis, Cole Palmer, Adrian Bernabe, and Felix Nmecha all included.
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Following their historic victory over Madrid on Friday, City will now play the rest of the competition in an unprecedented condensed mini-tournament, with the rounds being played in a one legged knockout format.
Pep Guardiola's side will meet French outfit Lyon in the quarter-finals at the José Alvalade Stadium, the home of Sporting Lisbon, on Saturday, August 15.
Confirmed City squad: Claudio Bravo, Kyle Walker, John Stones, Raheem Sterling, Ilkay Gundogan, Gabriel Jesus, Aleks Zinchenko, Aymeric Laporte, Rodri, Kevin De Bruyne, Bernardo Silva, David Silva, Benjamin Mendy, Fernandinho, Riyad Mahrez, Joao Cancelo, Nicolas Otamendi, Ederson, Scott Carson, Phil Foden, Eric Garcia, Gavin Bazunu, Felix Nmecha, Tommy Doyle, Taylor Harwood-Bellis, Cole Palmer, Adrian Bernabe.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Man City winger Jack Harrison rejoins Leeds United on season-long loan

Manchester City winger Jack Harrison has rejoined Leeds United on loan for the 2020/21 season , with a view to making the deal permanent .
Harrison spent the previous two campaigns on loan at Elland Road - making 91 appearances and scoring 10 times - and played a major role in Leeds ' return to the Premier League for the first time in 16 years .
The 23-year-old was involved in every game as the Yorkshire side earned promotion as champions of the Championship , bagging six goals and providing eight assists in the process .
Leeds have confirmed that @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a third successive season as Marcelo Bielsa prepares his squad for top flight football , and the deal could be made permanent next summer .
As Harrison 's contract at City not set to expire until 2022 a fee will likely be involved in the proposed transfer .
Vote for your City player of the season here : '' I 'm delighted to be back and I 'm excited to get going in the Premier League , '' Harrison said .
`` We know as a group it 's going to be a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ than ready for it . ''
The winger joined City from sister club New York City in January 2018 after impressing in MLS but has never played a competitive game under Pep Guardiola .
He immediately left on loan for Middlesbrough but made just four appearances at the Riverside before going on to enjoy success with Leeds .
Harrison becomes the latest City player to leave the Etihad on loan after Australian striker Daniel Arzani joined Dutch side FC Utrecht for the season on Saturday .

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Manchester City winger Jack Harrison has rejoined Leeds United on loan for the 2020/21 season, with a view to making the deal permanent.
Harrison spent the previous two campaigns on loan at Elland Road - making 91 appearances and scoring 10 times - and played a major role in Leeds' return to the Premier League for the first time in 16 years.
The 23-year-old was involved in every game as the Yorkshire side earned promotion as champions of the Championship, bagging six goals and providing eight assists in the process.
Leeds have confirmed that Harrison will return to the club for a third successive season as Marcelo Bielsa prepares his squad for top flight football, and the deal could be made permanent next summer. As Harrison's contract at City not set to expire until 2022 a fee will likely be involved in the proposed transfer.
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"I'm delighted to be back and I'm excited to get going in the Premier League," Harrison said. "We know as a group it's going to be a challenging season, but we're more than ready for it."
The winger joined City from sister club New York City in January 2018 after impressing in MLS but has never played a competitive game under Pep Guardiola. He immediately left on loan for Middlesbrough but made just four appearances at the Riverside before going on to enjoy success with Leeds.
Harrison becomes the latest City player to leave the Etihad on loan after Australian striker Daniel Arzani joined Dutch side FC Utrecht for the season on Saturday.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Man City to 'reignite interest' in Houssem Aouar and more transfer rumours

Manchester City could reignite their interest in Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar this summer , according to reports .
City are looking to improve their squad in the transfer market after a disappointing domestic campaign and have already made a strong start with the signings of Ferran Torres and Nathan Ake .
Though M.E.N .
Sport understands that another new centre-back remains a priority , the Blues are being linked with plenty of midfielders due to the imminent departure of captain David Silva .
The latest name to reemerge is the talented Aouar , who has been repeatedly linked with a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ two seasons .
City know all too well what the 22-year-old can do after he twice played brilliantly against them in the Champions League group stage in the 2018/19 season as Lyon picked up a shock win in Manchester and drew in the reverse fixture - which earned him high praise from Pep Guardiola .
Aouar will have another opportunity to show what he can do when City face the Ligue 1 side in the Champions League quarter-final on Saturday and , according to L'Equipe , via GFFN , City have retained their @ @ @ @ @ @ @ director Juninho admitted that it would be 'logical ' for Aouar to be sold and it 's claimed that Lyon want €60million for him , but that price may have to be lowered as a result of the coronavirus pandemic .
However , City could face some stiff competition as Arsenal and Juventus are also said to be interested .
Meanwhile , City have decided against making an approach for Kalidou Koulibaly , reports say .
M.E.N .
Sport understands that City are targeting another centre-back this summer after already recruiting Bournemouth 's @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of their shortlist .
According to the Sunday Mirror , via the Express , City can not justify Napoli 's price tag of £80-90million for the 29-year-old .
That means they have decided to look elsewhere , the report says , giving Manchester United a free run at the defender if they wish .

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Manchester City could reignite their interest in Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar this summer, according to reports.
City are looking to improve their squad in the transfer market after a disappointing domestic campaign and have already made a strong start with the signings of Ferran Torres and Nathan Ake.
Though M.E.N. Sport understands that another new centre-back remains a priority, the Blues are being linked with plenty of midfielders due to the imminent departure of captain David Silva.
The latest name to reemerge is the talented Aouar, who has been repeatedly linked with a switch to the Etihad over the last two seasons.
City know all too well what the 22-year-old can do after he twice played brilliantly against them in the Champions League group stage in the 2018/19 season as Lyon picked up a shock win in Manchester and drew in the reverse fixture - which earned him high praise from Pep Guardiola.
Aouar will have another opportunity to show what he can do when City face the Ligue 1 side in the Champions League quarter-final on Saturday and, according to L'Equipe, via GFFN, City have retained their interest in the Frenchman.
Lyon sporting director Juninho admitted that it would be 'logical' for Aouar to be sold and it's claimed that Lyon want €60million for him, but that price may have to be lowered as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
However, City could face some stiff competition as Arsenal and Juventus are also said to be interested.
Meanwhile, City have decided against making an approach for Kalidou Koulibaly, reports say.
M.E.N. Sport understands that City are targeting another centre-back this summer after already recruiting Bournemouth's Ake, with Koulibaly at the top of their shortlist.
According to the Sunday Mirror, via the Express, City cannot justify Napoli's price tag of £80-90million for the 29-year-old.
That means they have decided to look elsewhere, the report says, giving Manchester United a free run at the defender if they wish.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Scholes has theory over Sancho transfer amid Man United interest

Former Manchester United player Paul Scholes believes Borussia Dortmund sporting director Michael Zorc was bluffing on Monday when he said Jadon Sancho will definitely remain at the club beyond this summer .
In a press conference held on the day Dortmund 's pre-season camp in Switzerland got underway , Zorc stated that the England international will remain with the Bundesliga side for at least another season , and also revealed that the player 's contract was extended until 2023 last year .
It was previously thought that Sancho was contracted to Dortmund until 2022 .
That seemingly threw a spanner @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's transfer plans but Scholes believes United will end up getting their man .
“ They ’ re just after a little bit more money out of it , aren ’ t they ?
He ’ s a great player .
We ’ re talking £108m .
That ’ s a lot of money to go to , '' Scholes told BT Sport .
`` He looks like he ’ s a brilliant player , so he ’ ll improve any team in world football with his assists and his goals .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ United were desperate for Haaland , and they didn ’ t go the extra mile and pay the money for him there .
`` Will they do this with Sancho ?
I think they will .
If Ole desperately wants him , I think they ’ ll get him . ''
Scholes ' former United teammate Owen Hargreaves added : “ Bluff .
I ’ m calling the bluff .
I think he ’ ll be a Man United player in a short time .
They ’ re trying to get a bit @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ s just the nature of the beast .
I think they ’ re bluffing .
I think he ’ s gon na leave . ''

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Former Manchester United player Paul Scholes believes Borussia Dortmund sporting director Michael Zorc was bluffing on Monday when he said Jadon Sancho will definitely remain at the club beyond this summer.
In a press conference held on the day Dortmund's pre-season camp in Switzerland got underway, Zorc stated that the England international will remain with the Bundesliga side for at least another season, and also revealed that the player's contract was extended until 2023 last year. It was previously thought that Sancho was contracted to Dortmund until 2022.
That seemingly threw a spanner in the works of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's transfer plans but Scholes believes United will end up getting their man.
“They’re just after a little bit more money out of it, aren’t they? He’s a great player. We’re talking £108m. That’s a lot of money to go to," Scholes told BT Sport.
"He looks like he’s a brilliant player, so he’ll improve any team in world football with his assists and his goals. The one thing I would say is that United were desperate for Haaland, and they didn’t go the extra mile and pay the money for him there.
"Will they do this with Sancho? I think they will. If Ole desperately wants him, I think they’ll get him."
Scholes' former United teammate Owen Hargreaves added: “Bluff. I’m calling the bluff. I think he’ll be a Man United player in a short time. They’re trying to get a bit more money out of it, that’s just the nature of the beast. I think they’re bluffing. I think he’s gonna leave ."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Solskjaer explains Fred and Romero selections for Man United vs Copenhagen

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has picked players who have performed well in training and in Manchester United 's most recent game , he confirmed ahead of tonight 's quarter-final clash .
United take on Copenhagen in Cologne looking to book their spot in the Europa League semi-final , where they could face either Sevilla or Wolves .
The Norwegian has picked a strong side for the game , with Fred , Eric Bailly , Harry Maguire , Sergio Romero and Brandon Williams the players retained from the victory over LASK last week .
Anthony Martial , Aaron Wan-Bissaka , Marcus Rashford @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Paul Pogba also start , after they were named among the substitutes against LASK .
`` Well , whatever 11 I picked I feel it would have been a strong 11 , '' Solskjaer told MUTV .
`` Some players did n't play on Wednesday , of course it 's a few weeks since we played against Leicester .
We need to be ready and we need to be sharp .
Players have trained well so it was time to put some of them back in .
`` Of course Fred , Sergio @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the other game as well and I thought they did well , so hopefully we can have a good performance . ''
Solskjaer was also asked about the unique circumstances surrounding the game , which is being played at a neutral venue in Cologne over 90 minutes instead of the two legged ties that are usually customary in the Europa League .
He added : `` It 's different , it is a bit surreal anyway football at the moment .
So we know if we 're going to go through in a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for everyone , 90 minutes plus extra time if we need to .
`` Having played at Old Trafford against them of course would have been an advantage . ''

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has picked players who have performed well in training and in Manchester United's most recent game, he confirmed ahead of tonight's quarter-final clash.
United take on Copenhagen in Cologne looking to book their spot in the Europa League semi-final, where they could face either Sevilla or Wolves.
The Norwegian has picked a strong side for the game, with Fred, Eric Bailly, Harry Maguire, Sergio Romero and Brandon Williams the players retained from the victory over LASK last week.
Anthony Martial, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Marcus Rashford, Bruno Fernandes, Mason Greenwood and Paul Pogba also start, after they were named among the substitutes against LASK.
"Well, whatever 11 I picked I feel it would have been a strong 11," Solskjaer told MUTV. "Some players didn't play on Wednesday, of course it's a few weeks since we played against Leicester. We need to be ready and we need to be sharp. Players have trained well so it was time to put some of them back in.
"Of course Fred, Sergio, Brandon, Harry and Eric played the other game as well and I thought they did well, so hopefully we can have a good performance."
Solskjaer was also asked about the unique circumstances surrounding the game, which is being played at a neutral venue in Cologne over 90 minutes instead of the two legged ties that are usually customary in the Europa League.
He added: "It's different, it is a bit surreal anyway football at the moment. So we know if we're going to go through in a one-off game, it's the same for everyone, 90 minutes plus extra time if we need to.
"Having played at Old Trafford against them of course would have been an advantage."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Chaos as private sector takes over mobile Covid testing from the military

Mobile coronavirus testing in Greater Manchester has been hit by chaos immediately after the programme was handed over from the military to outsourcers .
The switchover from the army to the private sector - which coincided almost exactly with new Covid restrictions being brought in for Greater Manchester due to rising infection rates - resulted in two separate bungles in next-door boroughs within days .
In Manchester , an outbreak of 12 cases at the Royal Mail depot on Oldham Road resulted in the city council following its usual procedure in seeking urgent mass testing of the workforce via a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ was not available for four days and when it arrived , the firm said the terms of its contract with government meant it could only test people during the daytime .
That meant the depot ’ s substantial night shift would be left out .
Manchester town hall had to quickly escalate the situation to the top of the Department of Health and Social Care , which oversees the contract , before full testing was implemented at the site on Friday .
In Oldham , meanwhile , the council had been told a @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a site in Shaw last Tuesday , although it wasn ’ t clear which company would be providing it .
The council then advertised its presence to local residents , but the unit did not show up .
On Friday the town hall was told at the last minute that another mobile unit was due at the same site , but it turned up two-and-a-half hours late .
As a result , people who had booked appointments online in the morning found there was no unit to test them .
It is understood @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Wilkins is currently the local liaison official for the national test and trace programme , has raised the situation with the system 's chair Baroness Dido Harding .
The borough has one of the highest infection rates in the country at present and has been trying to implement targeted testing in communities considered to be at risk .
Manchester had also seen its numbers rise in recent weeks amid concerns that younger people are contracting and transmitting the virus .
However leaders in Greater Manchester had been worried even before the military handed @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , which have become a familiar sight in many parts of the country during the course of the pandemic .
Soldiers had been deployed fast to carry out mobile testing at various locations across Greater Manchester since April , including central Rochdale .
But on July 28 , the Ministry of Defence confirmed that strategy was being wound down .
The military had tested 700,000 people over the previous few months , via 218 units .
However the programme was now being handed over to the Department of Health and Social Care , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a long-term plan to deliver coronavirus tests ’ .
Minutes from the Greater Manchester emergency Covid response committee - made up of senior politicians and officials from across the public sector - show that on July 29 , the day before the health secretary announced new restrictions for the conurbation , there was already nervousness about the implications .
“ Military mobile units are the most useful vehicle to manage local outbreaks , ” say the minutes .
“ The military are due to withdraw from service at the end of the week @ @ @ @ @ @ @ number of private companies , with some concerns regarding the consistency of support going forward.
” Within a couple of days , on Sunday , August 2 , Manchester council received word of six cases at the Royal Mail depot , which employs 900 people from across the region .
The town hall followed its usual procedure for managing an outbreak and quickly identified six more cases .
It requested a mobile testing unit as a matter of urgency and was told a G4S unit would be dispatched from Haydock Park , near @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
But when it arrived on Thursday , the firm said it had only been contracted by the government to test between 11am and 6pm , meaning night shift workers would be left out .
Amid concerns from both the council and trade unions that this would mean people travelling to drive-through sites at the airport or the Etihad to get tested - with some potentially unable to do so - the council had to then get approval from the top of the Department of Health and Social Care for the contract to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ carried out testing until midnight on Friday and over the weekend and has now managed to test most of the workforce , although it is as yet unclear what proportion of people were found to have the virus .
In Oldham , the council had requested a mobile unit be set up in Shaw and was told by government that one would be there on Tuesday .
It wasn ’ t clear which firm would be providing the unit , but nothing showed up .
As a result the town hall asked for @ @ @ @ @ @ @ the government that a unit would arrive on Saturday .
The council then found out on Friday morning that a unit would actually be appearing that day .
But people had booked tests there from 10.30am and it did not arrive until 1pm , by which time frustrated residents had left .
Oldham council then deployed its own staff on Saturday morning in order to support residents if no unit showed up then , although in the event it did .
The M.E.N .
has also been told of at least two cases @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and walk-through units turned up , and vice versa .
It is understood Manchester council , Oldham council and the Greater Manchester system have all raised concerns with government about the situation .
In the event of an outbreak , mobile testing needs to be deployed far faster than it was to the Royal Mail , they believe .
Meanwhile there are also concerns that the government ’ s contract with firms is too rigid and too centrally-imposed .
As an example , it is understood G4S - one of several contractors to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - works from a list of sites provided to it by the Department of Health and Social Care , whereas previously local authorities had more freedom to request the military quickly attend an area that had seen a spike in cases .
In future , local leaders want the ability to agree what happens with the contractor , rather than having to have sudden or protracted conversations with government .
Greater Manchester as a whole also wants the ability to deploy testing units itself .
The M.E.N .
understands similar issues have been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ since the military relinquished control of testing .
“ The big issue is the DHSC don ’ t want to manage their own contract or get into sorting out the operational mess , but it ’ s their contract , and G4S won ’ t take instructions from anyone else , ” said one official .
“ The frustrating thing is if they had given us the resources to invest in local swabbing and the local labs and left it to us to organise it with the military , it would have been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Social Care has been approached for comment .
Martin Hall , Business Director , G4S Facilities Management , said : “ We are extremely proud of our thousands of dedicated team members at regional , local and mobile testing sites across the country who jumped at the opportunity to be part of the national response to the pandemic .
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Mobile coronavirus testing in Greater Manchester has been hit by chaos immediately after the programme was handed over from the military to outsourcers.
The switchover from the army to the private sector - which coincided almost exactly with new Covid restrictions being brought in for Greater Manchester due to rising infection rates - resulted in two separate bungles in next-door boroughs within days.
In Manchester, an outbreak of 12 cases at the Royal Mail depot on Oldham Road resulted in the city council following its usual procedure in seeking urgent mass testing of the workforce via a mobile unit.
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However new provider G4S was not deployed for four days and when it arrived, the firm said the terms of its contract with government meant it could only test people until 6pm.
That meant the depot’s substantial night shift would be left out.
(Image: Google)
Manchester town hall had to quickly escalate the situation to the top of the Department of Health and Social Care, which oversees the contract, before full testing was implemented at the site on Friday.
In Oldham, meanwhile, the council had been told a mobile testing unit was being brought onto a site in Shaw last Tuesday, although it wasn’t clear which company would be providing it.
The council then advertised its presence to local residents, but the unit did not show up.
On Friday the town hall was told at the last minute that another mobile unit was due at the same site, but it turned up two-and-a-half hours late.
As a result, people who had booked appointments online in the morning found there was no unit to test them.
It is understood Oldham council, whose chief executive Carolyn Wilkins is currently the local liaison official for the national test and trace programme, has raised the situation with the system's chair Baroness Dido Harding.
The borough has one of the highest infection rates in the country at present and has been trying to implement targeted testing in communities considered to be at risk.
Manchester had also seen its numbers rise in recent weeks amid concerns that younger people are contracting and transmitting the virus.
However leaders in Greater Manchester had been worried even before the military handed over responsibility for rapid-response mobile testing units, which have become a familiar sight in many parts of the country during the course of the pandemic.
Soldiers had been deployed fast to carry out mobile testing at various locations across Greater Manchester since April, including central Rochdale.
But on July 28, the Ministry of Defence confirmed that strategy was being wound down.
(Image: Getty Images)
The military had tested 700,000 people over the previous few months, via 218 units. However the programme was now being handed over to the Department of Health and Social Care, it said, as it ‘establishes a long-term plan to deliver coronavirus tests’.
Minutes from the Greater Manchester emergency Covid response committee - made up of senior politicians and officials from across the public sector - show that on July 29, the day before the health secretary announced new restrictions for the conurbation, there was already nervousness about the implications.
“Military mobile units are the most useful vehicle to manage local outbreaks,” say the minutes.
“The military are due to withdraw from service at the end of the week, with the services transferred to a number of private companies, with some concerns regarding the consistency of support going forward.”
Within a couple of days, on Sunday, August 2, Manchester council received word of six cases at the Royal Mail depot, which employs 900 people from across the region.
(Image: Getty Images)
The town hall followed its usual procedure for managing an outbreak and quickly identified six more cases.
It requested a mobile testing unit as a matter of urgency and was told a G4S unit would be dispatched from Haydock Park, near Liverpool, in four days’ time.
But when it arrived on Thursday, the firm said it had only been contracted by the government to test between 11am and 6pm, meaning night shift workers would be left out.
Amid concerns from both the council and trade unions that this would mean people travelling to drive-through sites at the airport or the Etihad to get tested - with some potentially unable to do so - the council had to then get approval from the top of the Department of Health and Social Care for the contract to be made more flexible.
G4S then carried out testing until midnight on Friday and over the weekend and has now managed to test most of the workforce, although it is as yet unclear what proportion of people were found to have the virus.
(Image: Julian Hamilton/Daily Mirror)
In Oldham, the council had requested a mobile unit be set up in Shaw and was told by government that one would be there on Tuesday.
It wasn’t clear which firm would be providing the unit, but nothing showed up.
As a result the town hall asked for additional days - and were told by the government that a unit would arrive on Saturday.
The council then found out on Friday morning that a unit would actually be appearing that day. But people had booked tests there from 10.30am and it did not arrive until 1pm, by which time frustrated residents had left.
Oldham council then deployed its own staff on Saturday morning in order to support residents if no unit showed up then, although in the event it did.
The M.E.N. has also been told of at least two cases in which drive-through mobile units were requested and walk-through units turned up, and vice versa.
(Image: Bath Chronicle)
It is understood Manchester council, Oldham council and the Greater Manchester system have all raised concerns with government about the situation.
In the event of an outbreak, mobile testing needs to be deployed far faster than it was to the Royal Mail, they believe.
Meanwhile there are also concerns that the government’s contract with firms is too rigid and too centrally-imposed.
As an example, it is understood G4S - one of several contractors to take over the testing from the army - works from a list of sites provided to it by the Department of Health and Social Care, whereas previously local authorities had more freedom to request the military quickly attend an area that had seen a spike in cases.
In future, local leaders want the ability to agree what happens with the contractor, rather than having to have sudden or protracted conversations with government.
Greater Manchester as a whole also wants the ability to deploy testing units itself.
(Image: Ministry of Defence)
The M.E.N. understands similar issues have been experienced in other parts of the north since the military relinquished control of testing.
“The big issue is the DHSC don’t want to manage their own contract or get into sorting out the operational mess, but it’s their contract, and G4S won’t take instructions from anyone else,” said one official.
“What a state of affairs.
“The frustrating thing is if they had given us the resources to invest in local swabbing and the local labs and left it to us to organise it with the military, it would have been fine.”
Another said simply: “It’s a f***ing nightmare.”
A spokesman for the Department of Health and Social Care said: “NHS Test and Trace is working – millions of people have been tested and hundreds of thousands of people, who would otherwise be unwittingly spreading the virus, have been contacted to self-isolate.
“This is a team effort, and we are working very closely with local authorities in Manchester, and have provided alternative testing for those who need it at the Royal Mail facility. We continue to work across the country providing additional support such as walk-through test sites, mobile testing units, as well as dedicated contact tracers.”
The department said it had worked closely with local level to ensure alternative testing arrangements for the Royal Mail night shift were made available. It stressed anyone with symptoms should book a test as soon as they develop and to book in advance here to avoid disappointment.
It did not answer questions about the value of the private sector contracts awarded.
Martin Hall, Business Director, G4S Facilities Management, said: “We are extremely proud of our thousands of dedicated team members at regional, local and mobile testing sites across the country who jumped at the opportunity to be part of the national response to the pandemic.”


themanchestereveningnews--2020-08-10--Man United fans excited to see new midfield combination vs FC Copenhagen

Manchester United fans are delighted that Fred has been given a chance in the starting XI against FC Copenhagen , @ @ @ @ @ him start alongside Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes .
Following their 7-1 aggregate victory over @ @ @ @ @ are into final stages of the Europa League which will be played in a one @ @ @ @ @ .
The first game of which is tonight 's quarter-final tie against Danish side Copenhagen @ @ @ @ @ spot in the semi-finals against either Wolves or Sevilla awaiting the winner .
Ole Gunnar @ @ @ @ @ familiar team for the match but with a few notable changes , one of which @ @ @ @ @ as the holding midfielder .
The Brazilian was in brilliant form before football 's suspension @ @ @ @ @ time limited since the restart , with Solskjaer favouring Matic at the base of midfield @ @ @ @ @ been given an opportunity from the off against Copenhagen and fans are excited to see @ @ @ @ @ and Fernandes for the first time .

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Manchester United fans are delighted that Fred has been given a chance in the starting XI against FC Copenhagen, and are excited to see him start alongside Paul Pogba and Bruno Fernandes.
Following their 7-1 aggregate victory over LASK last week, United are into final stages of the Europa League which will be played in a one legged knock-out format in Germany.
The first game of which is tonight's quarter-final tie against Danish side Copenhagen in Cologne, with a spot in the semi-finals against either Wolves or Sevilla awaiting the winner.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has named a largely familiar team for the match but with a few notable changes, one of which being Fred replacing Nemanja Matic as the holding midfielder.
The Brazilian was in brilliant form before football's suspension but has found his playing time limited since the restart, with Solskjaer favouring Matic at the base of midfield.
However, Fred has been given an opportunity from the off against Copenhagen and fans are excited to see him start along side Pogba and Fernandes for the first time.
Manchester United starting XI vs Copenhagen : Romero; Wan-Bissaka, Bailly, Maguire, Williams; Fernandes, Fred, Pogba; Greenwood, Martial, Rashford.
Substitutes: De Gea, Lindelof, Mata, Lingard, Pereira, James, Fosu-Mensah, Ighalo, Matic, McTominay, Chong, Mengi.