themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-07--Manchester United transfer news LIVE

Manchester United transfer news LIVE

Manchester United have been drawn away at Reading or Luton Town in the third round of the League Cup .
@ @ @ @ @ season against Crystal Palace on September 19 and their Carabao Cup tie will take place @ @ @ @ @ .
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer guided United to the semi-finals of the League Cup last season @ @ @ @ @ on aggregate by Manchester City .
On the transfer front , United remain keen to @ @ @ @ @ Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho after they last week made former Ajax midfielder Donny van de @ @ @ @ @ the summer .
Many United players have been on international duty in the past week @ @ @ @ @ Greenwood .
However , England boss Gareth Southgate has confirmed the 18-year-old and Man City @ @ @ @ @ travel for the upcoming Nations League encounter against Denmark after breaking team rules in Iceland @ @ @ @ @ for the latest United news .

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Manchester United have been drawn away at Reading or Luton Town in the third round of the League Cup.
United start the Premier League season against Crystal Palace on September 19 and their Carabao Cup tie will take place on the 22nd or 23rd.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer guided United to the semi-finals of the League Cup last season when they were defeated 3-2 on aggregate by Manchester City.
On the transfer front, United remain keen to secure a transfer for Borussia Dortmund winger Jadon Sancho after they last week made former Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek their first acquisition of the summer.
Many United players have been on international duty in the past week, including teenage forward Mason Greenwood. However, England boss Gareth Southgate has confirmed the 18-year-old and Man City star Phil Foden will not travel for the upcoming Nations League encounter against Denmark after breaking team rules in Iceland. United later released a statement on Greenwood's actions.
Recap today's main United news below.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-07--Boys attacked and £3,500 bike stolen in 'cowardly and violent' robbery

Two 12-year-old boys were attacked - and a bike worth £3,500 was stolen - during a 'cowardly and violent ' robbery .
The pair were crossing a footbridge above Wood Lane , in Ramsbottom , when a man approached them and demanded their bikes at about 4pm on Thursday ( September 3 ) .
He pushed one of the boys off his bike and began punching and kicking him .
The man then started kicking the boy 's friend before taking one of the bikes - a Cube mountain bike .
Both boys were left with 'minor ' injuries .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ 5ft 9 and 6ft and aged between 17 and 19 , police said .
He was wearing a beanie hat , black jacket and grey pants at the time .
The two youngsters were travelling along Bolton Road North towards Edenfield shortly before the attack .
They are also trying to locate a light-coloured , old shape Renault Megane , which is believed to have been involved .
The vehicle travelled up Bolton Road North in the direction of Edenfield town centre .
It is then believed to have turned onto Rochdale Road @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Sgt Neil Pugh , of Burnley CID , said : “ This was a violent and cowardly attack where two young boys have been targeted .
“ This offence took place in broad daylight and I believe someone will have seen what happened .
“ If you recognise the attacker described and have information which could assist our enquiries , please come forward .
We are particularly keen to hear from anybody with dashcam or CCTV footage of the incident .
“ Furthermore , if you have been offered this bike for sale @ @ @ @ @ @ @ please contact us.
” Anyone with information can contact police on 101 or email 2584 @ lancashire.pnn.police.uk quoting log 1042 of September 3 .

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Two 12-year-old boys were attacked - and a bike worth £3,500 was stolen - during a 'cowardly and violent' robbery.
The pair were crossing a footbridge above Wood Lane, in Ramsbottom, when a man approached them and demanded their bikes at about 4pm on Thursday (September 3).
He pushed one of the boys off his bike and began punching and kicking him.
The man then started kicking the boy's friend before taking one of the bikes - a Cube mountain bike.
He fled towards Edenfield.
Both boys were left with 'minor' injuries.
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The man was mixed race, between 5ft 9 and 6ft and aged between 17 and 19, police said.
He was wearing a beanie hat, black jacket and grey pants at the time.
The two youngsters were travelling along Bolton Road North towards Edenfield shortly before the attack.
Detectives are appealing for information.
They are also trying to locate a light-coloured, old shape Renault Megane, which is believed to have been involved.
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The vehicle travelled up Bolton Road North in the direction of Edenfield town centre.
It is then believed to have turned onto Rochdale Road in the direction of Norden.
Det Sgt Neil Pugh, of Burnley CID, said: “This was a violent and cowardly attack where two young boys have been targeted.
“This offence took place in broad daylight and I believe someone will have seen what happened.
“If you recognise the attacker described and have information which could assist our enquiries, please come forward. We are particularly keen to hear from anybody with dashcam or CCTV footage of the incident.
“Furthermore, if you have been offered this bike for sale, or know where it is, please contact us.”
Anyone with information can contact police on 101 or email 2584@lancashire.pnn.police.uk quoting log 1042 of September 3.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-07--Update on 2020 EFL Trophy Final between Salford City and Portsmouth

Work is ongoing to ensure as many fans as possible of Salford City and Portsmouth can attend the EFL Trophy Final when it is eventually rearranged .
The match between the Ammies and Pompey was originally due to take place on April 5 at Wembley Stadium .
But the suspension of football in light of the coronavirus pandemic led to the match being postponed and no new date has yet been confirmed .
More than 50,000 tickets have been sold for the game , but fans are currently not yet permitted to attend matches due to the ongoing pandemic .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ from October after the Government outlined plans , with pilot events taking place in September .
When fans return to matches , it is poised to be with reduced capacities in stadiums and with social distancing measures in place .
The EFL has now released a fresh statement on the 2020 final - and confirmed that talks are ongoing with both Salford and Portsmouth regarding that game .
But the EFL wants the game to go ahead when it is safe to do so , with as many fans as possible attending .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ remain ongoing with both Portsmouth and Salford City in respect of the 2020 EFL Trophy Final , postponed as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak .
`` Despite the various logistical and operational challenges , it remains the objective of the League to find a suitable solution that will allow us to stage the Final with as many supporters in attendance as possible as long it is safe to do so .
`` Until we receive further clarity on how we can achieve this alongside the views of both Clubs , the game @ @ @ @ @ @ @ any further developments as soon as they are available . ''
The 2020/21 EFL Trophy campaign has already started for some clubs , with the majority of teams kicking off the competition on Tuesday , September 8 .
Salford have been drawn against Morecambe , Rochdale and Manchester United 's under-21s in Group B of the Northern half of the draw .

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Work is ongoing to ensure as many fans as possible of Salford City and Portsmouth can attend the EFL Trophy Final when it is eventually rearranged.
The match between the Ammies and Pompey was originally due to take place on April 5 at Wembley Stadium.
But the suspension of football in light of the coronavirus pandemic led to the match being postponed and no new date has yet been confirmed.
More than 50,000 tickets have been sold for the game, but fans are currently not yet permitted to attend matches due to the ongoing pandemic.
Supporters are poised to attend matches again from October after the Government outlined plans, with pilot events taking place in September.
When fans return to matches, it is poised to be with reduced capacities in stadiums and with social distancing measures in place.
The EFL has now released a fresh statement on the 2020 final - and confirmed that talks are ongoing with both Salford and Portsmouth regarding that game.
But the EFL wants the game to go ahead when it is safe to do so, with as many fans as possible attending.
An EFL spokesman said: "Discussions remain ongoing with both Portsmouth and Salford City in respect of the 2020 EFL Trophy Final, postponed as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak.
"Despite the various logistical and operational challenges, it remains the objective of the League to find a suitable solution that will allow us to stage the Final with as many supporters in attendance as possible as long it is safe to do so.
"Until we receive further clarity on how we can achieve this alongside the views of both Clubs, the game remains postponed and we will advise of any further developments as soon as they are available."
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The 2020/21 EFL Trophy campaign has already started for some clubs, with the majority of teams kicking off the competition on Tuesday, September 8.
Salford have been drawn against Morecambe, Rochdale and Manchester United's under-21s in Group B of the Northern half of the draw.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-07--Inquest of four-month-old baby boy killed by his father set to begin next month

The inquest of a four-month-old baby boy who was killed by his father is set to take place next month .
Alfie Gildea suffered a catastrophic brain injury consistent with being shaken violently , while his mother Caitlin McMichael attended the doctors .
His dad , Sam Gildea is currently serving a 19-year sentence after admitting an 'act of deliberate and unlawful violence which involved rigorous and violent shaking . '
He was jailed for 17 years for the manslaughter of Alfie , and a further two years for coercive and controlling behaviour against Miss McMichael .
A two-week inquest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ lead to the little boy 's death , is due to begin on October 12 .
The hearing has been listed as an 'Article 2 ' inquest , and will look into whether the state , or it agents , had failed to protect Alfie against human threat or other risk .
During a pre-inquest review at South Manchester Coroner 's Court on Monday , presiding coroner Alison Mutch OBE , set out a timetable for the upcoming hearing .
Alfie 's mother Caitlin is expected to give evidence at the inquest , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rest of the family , by a team of lawyers .
Trafford Council , Pennine Care , Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust , Greater Manchester Police and the Crown Prosecution Service have all been listed as interested persons .
All of the agencies will be represented by lawyers for the duration of the inquest .
Sam Gildea has also been granted interested persons status , but Ms Mutch said it had not been indicated to her that he wished to attend .
The inquest was due to take place earlier in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ halted due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic .
Alfie Gildea was found unconscious by his mother Caitlin after she returned to the family home in Partington , Trafford on September 12 , 2018 , Minshull Street Crown Court previously heard .
Her partner had phoned her on her way home from a doctor 's appointment at 8.55am that morning .
He said that Alfie had 'screamed and screamed and screamed ' after she had left , but that he had now fallen asleep , the court heard .
When she arrived back home @ @ @ @ @ @ @ with his eyes closed and barely breathing .
She phoned 999 immediately .
She was advised to perform CPR on Alfie , and relayed the instructions onto Gildea while they waited for the ambulance , which arrived 17 minutes later .
Alfie was rushed to Royal Manchester Children ’ s Hospital , and his parents followed behind .
He remained on life support until two days later , when his ventilator was turned off .
Pathologists found that the injuries sustained by Alfie were consistent with him being subjected to violence .
Medical @ @ @ @ @ @ @ taken cocaine either on the morning Alfie was fatally injured , or the day before .
Traces of cannabis were also found in his system .
Following a sentencing hearing in March 2019 , Gildea was sentenced to a jail term of 15-year jail term and a four-year extended license period .
In moving scenes at Minshull Street Crown Court , Caitlin McMichael took to the witness box to tell the court how Alfie 's death had affected her and her family .
As she read her statement , she faced away from @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Sam Gildea .
`` I look at these mums and think , you are sat there with your babies , I should be sat there with mine , '' she said .

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The inquest of a four-month-old baby boy who was killed by his father is set to take place next month.
Alfie Gildea suffered a catastrophic brain injury consistent with being shaken violently, while his mother Caitlin McMichael attended the doctors.
His dad, Sam Gildea is currently serving a 19-year sentence after admitting an 'act of deliberate and unlawful violence which involved rigorous and violent shaking.'
He was jailed for 17 years for the manslaughter of Alfie, and a further two years for coercive and controlling behaviour against Miss McMichael.
A two-week inquest, which will examine the circumstances that lead to the little boy's death, is due to begin on October 12.
The hearing has been listed as an 'Article 2' inquest, and will look into whether the state, or it agents, had failed to protect Alfie against human threat or other risk.
During a pre-inquest review at South Manchester Coroner's Court on Monday, presiding coroner Alison Mutch OBE, set out a timetable for the upcoming hearing.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Alfie's mother Caitlin is expected to give evidence at the inquest, and will be represented, alongside the rest of the family, by a team of lawyers.
Trafford Council, Pennine Care, Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust, Greater Manchester Police and the Crown Prosecution Service have all been listed as interested persons.
All of the agencies will be represented by lawyers for the duration of the inquest.
Sam Gildea has also been granted interested persons status, but Ms Mutch said it had not been indicated to her that he wished to attend.
The inquest was due to take place earlier in the year, but had to be halted due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Alfie Gildea was found unconscious by his mother Caitlin after she returned to the family home in Partington, Trafford on September 12, 2018, Minshull Street Crown Court previously heard.
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Her partner had phoned her on her way home from a doctor's appointment at 8.55am that morning.
He said that Alfie had 'screamed and screamed and screamed' after she had left, but that he had now fallen asleep, the court heard.
When she arrived back home, Caitlin found Alfie on the bed with his eyes closed and barely breathing. She phoned 999 immediately.
She was advised to perform CPR on Alfie, and relayed the instructions onto Gildea while they waited for the ambulance, which arrived 17 minutes later.
Alfie was rushed to Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital, and his parents followed behind. He remained on life support until two days later, when his ventilator was turned off.
Pathologists found that the injuries sustained by Alfie were consistent with him being subjected to violence.
Medical evidence also showed that Sam Gildea had taken cocaine either on the morning Alfie was fatally injured, or the day before.
Traces of cannabis were also found in his system.
Following a sentencing hearing in March 2019, Gildea was sentenced to a jail term of 15-year jail term and a four-year extended license period.
In moving scenes at Minshull Street Crown Court, Caitlin McMichael took to the witness box to tell the court how Alfie's death had affected her and her family.
As she read her statement, she faced away from her former partner and Alfie's father, Sam Gildea.
"I look at these mums and think, you are sat there with your babies, I should be sat there with mine," she said.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-07--Streaming details and how to watch Bolton v Crewe EFL Trophy match

Bolton Wanderers started their season over the weekend as the 2020/21 campaign finally got under way .
In Ian Evatt 's first competitive match in charge at the University of Bolton Stadium , the Trotters took on Bradford City in the Carabao Cup first round .
Antoni Sarcevic drew Wanderers level moments after the restart to cancel out Lee Novak 's first half opener , but Harry Pritchard struck later on to send the Bantams through to the next round with a 2-1 victory .
But Bolton 's attentions now turn to the EFL Trophy , where they have been @ @ @ @ @ @ @ United 's under-21s , Shrewsbury Town and Crewe Alexandra in group C of the Northern half of the draw .
And David Artell 's side visit the University of Bolton Stadium tomorrow evening for the opening fixture in the competition .
Like the match against the Bantams over the weekend , the game will be played behind closed doors with fans not permitted to attend .
But the match is available to watch and we 've put together a guide of how you can see it .
When is the match ?
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ at the University of Bolton Stadium kicks off at 7pm on Tuesday , September 8 .
How can I watch the game ?
The match is being played behind closed doors and supporters are not permitted to attend .
However , the match is being streamed live on the iFollow platform .
A match pass costs £10 .
This can be streamed on a laptop and then hooked up to a television using a standard HDMI cable .
For more information and to purchase a pass , click here .
What happened in @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ?
Wanderers took on the Railwaymen just a few weeks ago in their final pre-season friendly .
The Cheshire side won 3-0 thanks to second half goals from Daniel Powell , Charlie Kirk and Offrande Zanzala .
In competitive games , these sides last played each other in August 2017 in the League Cup first round at the Alexandra Stadium .
On that occasion , the Trotters won 2-1 after Wanderers fought back from going behind to Chris Porter 's goal thanks to strikes from Adam Armstrong and Derik Osede .

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Bolton Wanderers started their season over the weekend as the 2020/21 campaign finally got under way.
In Ian Evatt's first competitive match in charge at the University of Bolton Stadium, the Trotters took on Bradford City in the Carabao Cup first round.
Antoni Sarcevic drew Wanderers level moments after the restart to cancel out Lee Novak's first half opener, but Harry Pritchard struck later on to send the Bantams through to the next round with a 2-1 victory.
But Bolton's attentions now turn to the EFL Trophy, where they have been drawn in the same group as Newcastle United's under-21s, Shrewsbury Town and Crewe Alexandra in group C of the Northern half of the draw.
And David Artell's side visit the University of Bolton Stadium tomorrow evening for the opening fixture in the competition.
Like the match against the Bantams over the weekend, the game will be played behind closed doors with fans not permitted to attend.
But the match is available to watch and we've put together a guide of how you can see it.
When is the match?
The game between Bolton Wanderers and Crewe Alexandra at the University of Bolton Stadium kicks off at 7pm on Tuesday, September 8.
How can I watch the game?
The match is being played behind closed doors and supporters are not permitted to attend.
However, the match is being streamed live on the iFollow platform. A match pass costs £10.
This can be streamed on a laptop and then hooked up to a television using a standard HDMI cable.
For more information and to purchase a pass, click here.
What happened in the previous meeting between these two sides?
Wanderers took on the Railwaymen just a few weeks ago in their final pre-season friendly.
The Cheshire side won 3-0 thanks to second half goals from Daniel Powell, Charlie Kirk and Offrande Zanzala.
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In competitive games, these sides last played each other in August 2017 in the League Cup first round at the Alexandra Stadium.
On that occasion, the Trotters won 2-1 after Wanderers fought back from going behind to Chris Porter's goal thanks to strikes from Adam Armstrong and Derik Osede.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-07--Southgate confirms Phil Foden punishment after England rule breach

Gareth Southgate confirmed that Mason Greenwood and Phil Foden have been sent home early from the England camp after breaking team rules in Iceland .
Manchester United 's Greenwood , 18 , and Manchester City 's Foden , 20 , celebrated their international debuts in the 1-0 win over Iceland at the weekend after being called up to the senior squad for the first time .
However , the pair will not travel with the rest of the squad to Denmark for Tuesday 's match after Icelandic media published stills and a short video of girls in a hotel room @ @ @ @ @ @ @ exempt from strict coronavirus protocols in Iceland but were not allowed to mix with anyone from outside of their bubble , which the meeting with girls was a breach of .
Southgate confirmed that the pair would play no part in the next game as a result in what must be considered a setback for their hopes of going to the European Championships next summer .
`` Unfortunately this morning it was brought to my attention that the two boys have broken the COVID guidelines in terms of our secure bubble , '' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to decide very quickly that they could n't have very interaction with the rest of the team .
Given the procedures that we have to follow , they 'll have to travel back to England separately .
`` Nothing has happened in the areas that we occupy in the hotel .
We 're still getting ot the depths of the information because this was only brought to my attention a couple of hours before training so we 're still getting to grips to some of the detail but it is clear that there @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
`` We had no alternative but to do what we are doing .
I 'm not going into any more detail until I am clear of everything .
It is a very serious situation and we have treated it that way . ''
He added : `` I think at the moment I ’ m trying to take a lot of information in .
Obviously they have been naive , we have dealt with it appropriately .
I recognise their age but the whole world is dealing with this pandemic .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ t know particularly well at the moment so can ’ t speak in great depth .
I have got to try and speak with them later in the appropriate way .
They have got responsibilities and they have apologised . ''
It is not yet known if City plan to take any action of their own .
The club released a statement in April after Kyle Walker broke restrictions by paying to host two women at his house for a sex party .
And Southgate could not confirm whether or not Foden will @ @ @ @ @ @ @ his return to England , having broken the team bubble .

Gareth Southgate confirmed that Mason Greenwood and Phil Foden have been sent home early from the England camp after breaking team rules in Iceland.
Manchester United's Greenwood, 18, and Manchester City's Foden, 20, celebrated their international debuts in the 1-0 win over Iceland at the weekend after being called up to the senior squad for the first time. However, the pair will not travel with the rest of the squad to Denmark for Tuesday's match after Icelandic media published stills and a short video of girls in a hotel room with them.
The England squad were exempt from strict coronavirus protocols in Iceland but were not allowed to mix with anyone from outside of their bubble, which the meeting with girls was a breach of.
Southgate confirmed that the pair would play no part in the next game as a result in what must be considered a setback for their hopes of going to the European Championships next summer.
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"Unfortunately this morning it was brought to my attention that the two boys have broken the COVID guidelines in terms of our secure bubble," he told reporters.
"We had to decide very quickly that they couldn't have very interaction with the rest of the team. Given the procedures that we have to follow, they'll have to travel back to England separately.
"Nothing has happened in the areas that we occupy in the hotel. We're still getting ot the depths of the information because this was only brought to my attention a couple of hours before training so we're still getting to grips to some of the detail but it is clear that there was a breach of the COVID guidelines.
"We had no alternative but to do what we are doing. I'm not going into any more detail until I am clear of everything. It is a very serious situation and we have treated it that way."
He added: "I think at the moment I’m trying to take a lot of information in. Obviously they have been naive, we have dealt with it appropriately. I recognise their age but the whole world is dealing with this pandemic.
"These are two boys I don’t know particularly well at the moment so can’t speak in great depth. I have got to try and speak with them later in the appropriate way. They have got responsibilities and they have apologised."
And Southgate could not confirm whether or not Foden will have to self-isolate for 14 days on his return to England, having broken the team bubble.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-07--Arena bombing inquiry told 'man challenged man likely to have been Salman Abedi'

A man 'likely ' to have been suicide bomber Salman Abedi was challenged by a member of the public who asked him 'what have you got in your rucksack ? '
around 30 minutes before a bomb detonated and killed 22 people at Manchester Arena , the public inquiry into the atrocity heard .
A couple , known as witnesses A and B , were at the City Room area of the Arena to collect their daughter and her friend from the Ariana Grande concert on May 22 , 2017 .
They went to wait on a raised mezzanine area @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to the inquiry , Paul Greaney QC , as the Manchester Arena inquiry opened today ( Monday ) .
The inquiry is likely to run until spring next year .
Mr Greaney said the witnesses reported their concerns to a Showsec security guard , but said they felt he 'did not seem interested ' .
Mr Greaney said witness A went to the toilet and when he got back his wife , Witness B , asked him if he 'd seen a man sitting on the floor in the raised area .
`` @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 's behaviour that she suggested moving further away even though they had agreed to meet their children at that spot , '' Mr Greaney said .
`` Witness A then saw the man himself .
`` He was sitting with his back against the short retaining wall at the rear of the mezzanine level .
`` Witness A thought the man looked out of place and decided to speak to him .
`` Witness A says he asked the man 'what have you got in your rucksack ? '
, but got no @ @ @ @ @ @ @ 'it does n't look very good you know , what you see with bombs and such , you with a rucksack like this in a place like this .
What are you doing ? '
.
`` The man responded , ' I am waiting for somebody mate .
Have you got the time ?
What time is it ? '
`` Witness A said that he did n't know and then walked away . ''
`` Witness A then decided to report this suspicious behaviour as he perceived it . ''
He @ @ @ @ @ @ @ guard and reported what he had seen - a man with a rucksack .
Mr Greaney QC said the guard 'did not seem interested in what he had to say ' .
He felt 'fobbed off ' , Mr Greaney said .
`` It does seem likely that the man Witness A saw was Salman Abedi , '' he added .

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A man 'likely' to have been suicide bomber Salman Abedi was challenged by a member of the public who asked him 'what have you got in your rucksack?' around 30 minutes before a bomb detonated and killed 22 people at Manchester Arena, the public inquiry into the atrocity heard.
A couple, known as witnesses A and B, were at the City Room area of the Arena to collect their daughter and her friend from the Ariana Grande concert on May 22, 2017.
They went to wait on a raised mezzanine area.
The exchange was revealed by counsel to the inquiry, Paul Greaney QC, as the Manchester Arena inquiry opened today (Monday).
The inquiry is likely to run until spring next year.
Mr Greaney said the witnesses reported their concerns to a Showsec security guard, but said they felt he 'did not seem interested'.
Mr Greaney said witness A went to the toilet and when he got back his wife, Witness B, asked him if he'd seen a man sitting on the floor in the raised area.
"She was concerned enough by this man's behaviour that she suggested moving further away even though they had agreed to meet their children at that spot," Mr Greaney said.
(Image: GMP)
"Witness A then saw the man himself.
"He was sitting with his back against the short retaining wall at the rear of the mezzanine level.
"Witness A thought the man looked out of place and decided to speak to him.
"Witness A says he asked the man 'what have you got in your rucksack?', but got no response.
"Witness A then said 'it doesn't look very good you know, what you see with bombs and such, you with a rucksack like this in a place like this. What are you doing?'.
"The man responded, 'I am waiting for somebody mate. Have you got the time? What time is it?'
"Witness A said that he didn't know and then walked away."
"Witness A then decided to report this suspicious behaviour as he perceived it."
He said he spoke to a Showsec security guard and reported what he had seen - a man with a rucksack.
Mr Greaney QC said the guard 'did not seem interested in what he had to say'.
He felt 'fobbed off', Mr Greaney said.
"It does seem likely that the man Witness A saw was Salman Abedi," he added.
The inquiry continues.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-07--Seat Out to Help Out scheme planned to get people back to theatres

A 'Seat Out to Help Out ' scheme is reportedly being drawn up to coax people back to theatres .
The team behind the Eat Out to Help Out offer , which offered taxpayer-funded discounts of up to £10 per diner in August , has been reformed to come up with a similar incentive for the cultural sector , according to The Times .
Theatres could be encouraged to partner with local restaurants to offer cut-price meals to ticket holders on Mondays , under one idea reportedly being explored .
It 's one of a number of measures the government @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to full performance programmes without social distancing .
Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden are said to have told officials to 'move at extreme pace ' to get crowds back into large venues .
Socially-distanced indoor performances were allowed to resume from August 15 - with the exception of areas under local lockdown measures such as parts of Greater Manchester , where they can recommence tomorrow ( September 8 ) .
But many venues have warned it will not be financially viable for them to stage shows at reduced capacities @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be between 70 and 80 per cent full .
Rapid coronavirus testing is being proposed as a way to enable larger audiences to return to theatres and sports venues , using using new saliva swabs that return results in minutes .
Theatre-goers and sports fans would be tested before going to see a play or a match , and then contacted again a few days after the event , The Times reports .
It 's hoped this could enable social distancing restrictions to be lifted in such venues before November 1 , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ for such a move .
There will be no financial support for any Seat Out to Help Out scheme , with venues and restaurants expected to foot the bill themselves .
Neil Mendoza , the commissioner for cultural recovery and renewal , who is among those working on the proposal , told The Times : `` We ’ ve got all sorts of ideas spinning around at the moment .
`` Eat Out to Help Out was fantastic .
Normally when you discount things it is seen as a bad thing to do @ @ @ @ @ @ @ and going out was seen as a patriotic activity and a way to help a struggling sector .
It was really effective.
” He suggested publicly-funded venues - and even whole cities - could offer discounts .
He added : `` There is nothing to stop any cultural organisation using differential pricing to get people back .
Manchester could do it . ''

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A 'Seat Out to Help Out' scheme is reportedly being drawn up to coax people back to theatres.
The team behind the Eat Out to Help Out offer, which offered taxpayer-funded discounts of up to £10 per diner in August, has been reformed to come up with a similar incentive for the cultural sector, according to The Times.
Theatres could be encouraged to partner with local restaurants to offer cut-price meals to ticket holders on Mondays, under one idea reportedly being explored.
It's one of a number of measures the government is considering to allow theatres to return to full performance programmes without social distancing.
Prime Minister Boris Johnson and Culture Secretary Oliver Dowden are said to have told officials to 'move at extreme pace' to get crowds back into large venues.
Socially-distanced indoor performances were allowed to resume from August 15 - with the exception of areas under local lockdown measures such as parts of Greater Manchester, where they can recommence tomorrow (September 8).
But many venues have warned it will not be financially viable for them to stage shows at reduced capacities, with ministers told that auditoriums need to be between 70 and 80 per cent full.
Rapid coronavirus testing is being proposed as a way to enable larger audiences to return to theatres and sports venues, using using new saliva swabs that return results in minutes.
Theatre-goers and sports fans would be tested before going to see a play or a match, and then contacted again a few days after the event, The Times reports.
It's hoped this could enable social distancing restrictions to be lifted in such venues before November 1, which is the earliest date previously outlined for such a move.
There will be no financial support for any Seat Out to Help Out scheme, with venues and restaurants expected to foot the bill themselves.
Neil Mendoza, the commissioner for cultural recovery and renewal, who is among those working on the proposal, told The Times: "We’ve got all sorts of ideas spinning around at the moment.
"Eat Out to Help Out was fantastic. Normally when you discount things it is seen as a bad thing to do. But in this case accepting discounts and going out was seen as a patriotic activity and a way to help a struggling sector. It was really effective.”
He suggested publicly-funded venues - and even whole cities - could offer discounts.
He added: "There is nothing to stop any cultural organisation using differential pricing to get people back. Manchester could do it."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-07--'Vicious thugs' attack seven police officers in North Wales resort

'Vicious thugs ' attacked seven North Wales police officers over the weekend in the seaside resort of Rhyl .
Attacks ranged from being punched in the face to being bitten .
Three officers were assaulted by one individual while two of the officers were bitten in separate incidents .
All officers remained on duty despite being subjected to the assaults and no serious injuries were sustained .
It comes as the latest figures show that police forces across the UK have suffered a 21 per cent increase in assaults on their officers over the lockdown period - including spitting .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ North Wales Police Federation said : “ Each and every assault on an emergency service worker is an attack on society .
To have several of our brave frontline police officers violently attacked over the last weekend , in just one area , is reprehensible .
“ We expect every single one of these vicious thugs to face justice for their actions so we call on the Crown Prosecution Service and the Courts to ensure that happens .
“ The Police Federation will continue to support our colleagues as they work tirelessly , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ communities safe .
Enough is enough with these mindless attacks on police officers.
” According to the PA news agency , 31 forces show that at least 7,863 instances of assault were recorded over the first three months of lockdown , compared with 6,505 for the same period in 2019 .
Deputy Chief Constable Richard Debicki added : “ Every single day our officers , staff and volunteers are often dealing with very difficult and challenging situations and putting themselves in harm ’ s way to uphold the law and protect the public @ @ @ @ @ @ @ out their duties as safely as possible .
Being assaulted is not and should never be regarded as ‘ part of the job ’ .
“ It is wholly unacceptable for them to be threatened , attacked , verbally abused or spat at – and those responsible should face the full force of the law.
” Out of all forces , Leicestershire Police recorded the most substantial increase of 102pc , with 205 cases noted in the first three months of lockdown , up from 101 the previous year .
The next largest @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Constabulary , followed by South Yorkshire Police and Cleveland Police each noting a rise of 55pc .
Meanwhile , a recent study involving 40,000 police officers and staff showed that 88 per cent of officers said they had been assaulted during their career , with 39pc having been attacked in the past year .
Leicestershire Police ’ s Chief Constable Simon Cole said a 'particularly distasteful trend ' of offenders spitting and coughing on officers and threatening to infect them with coronavirus has developed countrywide .
Mr Cole said police forces are working @ @ @ @ @ @ @ officers against assault , and all his officers have been equipped with body-worn cameras to record any incidents as court evidence .
All 43 forces will be establishing more contact time with personal safety trainers following the rise in assaults , as recommended by the National Police Chiefs ’ Council ( NPCC ) .

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'Vicious thugs' attacked seven North Wales police officers over the weekend in the seaside resort of Rhyl.
Attacks ranged from being punched in the face to being bitten. Three officers were assaulted by one individual while two of the officers were bitten in separate incidents.
All officers remained on duty despite being subjected to the assaults and no serious injuries were sustained.
It comes as the latest figures show that police forces across the UK have suffered a 21 per cent increase in assaults on their officers over the lockdown period - including spitting.
Mark Jones, general secretary of the North Wales Police Federation said: “Each and every assault on an emergency service worker is an attack on society. To have several of our brave frontline police officers violently attacked over the last weekend, in just one area, is reprehensible.
“We expect every single one of these vicious thugs to face justice for their actions so we call on the Crown Prosecution Service and the Courts to ensure that happens.
“The Police Federation will continue to support our colleagues as they work tirelessly, day and night, to keep our communities safe. Enough is enough with these mindless attacks on police officers.”
According to the PA news agency, 31 forces show that at least 7,863 instances of assault were recorded over the first three months of lockdown, compared with 6,505 for the same period in 2019.
Deputy Chief Constable Richard Debicki added: “Every single day our officers, staff and volunteers are often dealing with very difficult and challenging situations and putting themselves in harm’s way to uphold the law and protect the public, they must be able to carry out their duties as safely as possible. Being assaulted is not and should never be regarded as ‘part of the job’.
“It is wholly unacceptable for them to be threatened, attacked, verbally abused or spat at – and those responsible should face the full force of the law.”
Out of all forces, Leicestershire Police recorded the most substantial increase of 102pc, with 205 cases noted in the first three months of lockdown, up from 101 the previous year.
The next largest increase of 57pc was recorded by Derbyshire Constabulary, followed by South Yorkshire Police and Cleveland Police each noting a rise of 55pc.
Meanwhile, a recent study involving 40,000 police officers and staff showed that 88 per cent of officers said they had been assaulted during their career, with 39pc having been attacked in the past year.
Leicestershire Police’s Chief Constable Simon Cole said a 'particularly distasteful trend' of offenders spitting and coughing on officers and threatening to infect them with coronavirus has developed countrywide.
Mr Cole said police forces are working together in an attempt to safeguard their officers against assault, and all his officers have been equipped with body-worn cameras to record any incidents as court evidence.
All 43 forces will be establishing more contact time with personal safety trainers following the rise in assaults, as recommended by the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC).


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-07--Inside the forbidden tourist resort where time stopped almost 50 years ago

A forgotten holiday resort that was once popular with A-list celebrities could reopen for the first time in almost half a century .
Once one of the world 's most renowned destinations , the seaside paradise of Varosha in Northern Cyprus once welcomed the likes Sophia Loren , Brigitte Bardot , Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton .
In its hey-day it drew 700,000 tourists each year , all eager to enjoy the long golden sandy beaches , modern luxury hotels , high end bars and restaurants and bustling nightlife , Earing a reputation for extravagance and indulgence , it was @ @ @ @ @ @ @ '' .
The sprawling retreat was even where were said to have ABBA performed for the first time while holidaying together in the town .
But the once-premier tourism hotspot was deserted and left to crumble following a Turkish invasion in 1974 .
Hundreds of thousands were forced out of their homes never to return with little notice , some leaving food cooking on their stoves as they evacuated .
The entire resort left frozen in time , boarded up and enclosed away from the rest of the world .
It has since @ @ @ @ @ @ @ is strictly forbidden to enter .
The towns numerous high rise hotels were left in disrepair , luxury apartments uninhabited , shopping malls in ruin and streets overgrown with vegetation , described as a ghost town .
The airport , Nicosia International , was once a state-of-the-art hub but it has been left unused , while the empty beaches have become a nesting ground for sea turtles .
Just Turkish military and a few UN officials have been able to pass the barricades surrounding the town since it was abandoned decades ago .
@ @ @ @ @ @ @ a political tug-of-war since .
Previous attempts to revive the town and reopen it to tourists have failed .
A UN resolution of 1984 unsuccessfully called for the handover of Varosha to UN control and prohibits any attempt to resettle it by anyone other than those who were forced out .
In 2004 , former UN Secretary General Kofi Annan tried to allow the city 's original inhabitants to return to the city , but this was also rejected by the The Republic of Cyprus .
But now , Turkish officials have said @ @ @ @ @ @ @ more with work expected to start on rebuilding the strip once the pandemic ends .
Turkish Cypriot Prime Minister Ersin Tatar said the revival of Varosha , could bring trade and tourism benefits .
He explained : `` Varosha is most definitely going to be opened .
The tide has shifted , a new page has been turned . ''
He added that inventory work is almost complete , with the project in the `` opening phase '' however no date has been given for when it will reopen to tourists .
The @ @ @ @ @ @ @ by a Turkish Cypriot government and the other two-thirds in the south by the internationally-recognised government led by Greek Cypriots .

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A forgotten holiday resort that was once popular with A-list celebrities could reopen for the first time in almost half a century.
Once one of the world's most renowned destinations, the seaside paradise of Varosha in Northern Cyprus once welcomed the likes Sophia Loren, Brigitte Bardot, Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton.
In its hey-day it drew 700,000 tourists each year, all eager to enjoy the long golden sandy beaches, modern luxury hotels, high end bars and restaurants and bustling nightlife,
Earing a reputation for extravagance and indulgence, it was dubbed the "French Riviera of Cyprus".
The sprawling retreat was even where were said to have ABBA performed for the first time while holidaying together in the town.
But the once-premier tourism hotspot was deserted and left to crumble following a Turkish invasion in 1974.
(Image: Zairon | Creative Commons)
Hundreds of thousands were forced out of their homes never to return with little notice, some leaving food cooking on their stoves as they evacuated.
The entire resort left frozen in time, boarded up and enclosed away from the rest of the world. It has since been a military area and the public is strictly forbidden to enter.
The towns numerous high rise hotels were left in disrepair, luxury apartments uninhabited, shopping malls in ruin and streets overgrown with vegetation, described as a ghost town.
(Image: Zairon | Creative Commons)
The airport, Nicosia International, was once a state-of-the-art hub but it has been left unused, while the empty beaches have become a nesting ground for sea turtles.
Just Turkish military and a few UN officials have been able to pass the barricades surrounding the town since it was abandoned decades ago.
(Image: Julienbzh35 | Creative Commons)
And the land has been subject to a political tug-of-war since.
Previous attempts to revive the town and reopen it to tourists have failed. A UN resolution of 1984 unsuccessfully called for the handover of Varosha to UN control and prohibits any attempt to resettle it by anyone other than those who were forced out.
(Image: Bantam bee | Creative Commons)
In 2004, former UN Secretary General Kofi Annan tried to allow the city's original inhabitants to return to the city, but this was also rejected by the The Republic of Cyprus.
But now, Turkish officials have said the town could welcome back tourists once more with work expected to start on rebuilding the strip once the pandemic ends.
(Image: Getty Images)
Turkish Cypriot Prime Minister Ersin Tatar said the revival of Varosha, could bring trade and tourism benefits.
He explained: "Varosha is most definitely going to be opened. The tide has shifted, a new page has been turned."
He added that inventory work is almost complete, with the project in the "opening phase" however no date has been given for when it will reopen to tourists.
The northern part of the island is run by a Turkish Cypriot government and the other two-thirds in the south by the internationally-recognised government led by Greek Cypriots.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-07--Even more Manchester restaurants still offering Eat Out to Help Out discounts

Greater Manchester restaurants are planning their own versions of the Eat Out to Help Out scheme this month .
The official government discount scheme wound down last week , after more than 100 million meals were claimed across the UK .
Participating restaurants slashed their prices in half on Mondays , Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout August , with the government covering the difference in price .
There were calls by many to extend the offer into September to help footfall and consumer confidence - which were rejected .
However , many of Greater Manchester 's businesses are going to be @ @ @ @ @ @ @ own expense this month , and beyond .
Here are some of the places you could scoop a bargain in September .
Know of some we 've missed ?
Let us know in the comments below or on Twitter @ CityLifeManc .
Argentinian steak restaurant Gaucho is exactly replicating the Eat Out to Help Out discount into September .
That means 50 per cent off food , Monday to Wednesday , up to a maximum of £10 discount per person .
The discount only applies to food and soft drinks and it ca @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
This trendy Vietnamese restaurant in the heart of Ancoats is going to knock 50 per cent off the food bill again this month .
Spends of up to £20 per person will be discounted every Monday , Tuesday and Wednesday this month .
Everything on the menu has been passed down through the generations - you can read our review here .
There are half-price bargains to be had at popular cafe and coffee shop Foundation too .
With two sites to choose from ( one in the Northern Quarter and one @ @ @ @ @ @ @ will be able to grab 50 per cent off food every Monday throughout September .
The deal applies to eat in or takeaway food , from breakfast to brunch to lunch .
It 's the same deal we all came to love this August , but this time San Carlo will be covering the difference rather than the government .
The popular Italian restaurant group has extended the Eat Out to Help Out discount this month .
As a reminder , that 's 50 per cent off food and soft drinks , Monday @ @ @ @ @ @ @ person .
Sushi experts Zumu are preparing to open a new concept inside Foodwell , at its cocktail bar offering Firefly .
Chefs will be preparing sushi on an iced sushi bar in front of diners , and offering a discount too .
You 'll be able to knock 50 per cent off food Wednesday to Friday , including in the evenings .
The Lowry will be taking its discounted offering right through until November at its luxurious River Restaurant .
Diners will be able to order three courses for just £14.95 on @ @ @ @ @ @ @ month until November .
If you visit as a couple too , you can get a complimentary bottle of wine .
Here 's one for the dessert fans , as Creams will be knocking 25 per cent off the bill right through until November .
You 'll be able to scoop up discounted milkshakes , waffles , sundaes , cheesecakes , crepes and cookie doughs , Monday to Wednesday .
The dessert brand say they sold more than 300,000 milkshakes in August .
The popular Japanese noodle bar in Piccadilly Gardens is going @ @ @ @ @ @ @ September with another 50 per cent off deal .
Main dishes - including its signature tonkotsu ramen and its Garlicky Dracula ramen - will be half price , Monday to Wednesday this month , up to £10 per person .
The deal ca n't be applied to drinks , desserts or sides though .
Former Masterchef winner Simon Wood is extending the Eat Out to Help Out discount this month at his First Street restaurant .
The 50 per cent savings , up to £10 per person , on his Michelin-recommended food can @ @ @ @ @ @ @ There are five , seven and 10-course tasting menus to choose from with all dietary needs catered to .
For some of the best pizza in Greater Manchester served with a nice discount alongside it , head to Tre Ciccio .
The Italian restaurant will be offering 50 per cent off food and non-alcoholic drinks on Tuesdays and Wednesdays until the end of September .
The discount is available at its Altrincham or Ramsbottom restaurants and booking in advance is advised .
One of the earliest arrivals to the now-bustling Cutting Room Square @ @ @ @ @ @ @ its brunches and Sunday roasts .
It 's decided to keep offering slashed prices this month after the success of August 's scheme .
Book in advance and quote EATOUTSEPTEMBER to nab 50 per cent off food , Monday to Wednesday .
You 'll have to be quick to grab this discount , with Piccolino extending its Eat Out to Help Out discount until September 9 .
The 50 per cent off deal is available for Club Individual members , but you can sign up through the app if you have n't already @ @ @ @ @ @ @ be quick off the mark to nab - Spanish restaurant La Bandera has also extended its offers for a few extra weeks .
The tapas joint on Ridgefield will be doing half price food between Mondays and Thursdays .
Their discount scheme is due to wrap up on Thursday September 10 .
Masters of the enormous filthy burger , Solita are going to be dropping their prices again in September .
Here , that means 25 per cent off all food and non-alcoholic drinks , up to £5 per person , Monday to @ @ @ @ @ @ @ - including the signature 'Big Manc ' - you 'll find wings , hot dogs , steaks and loaded fries .
Perhaps the most impressive savings of all can be found at Don Giovanni , one of the city 's oldest restaurants .
They 'll be knocking 50 per cent off all food , with no limit on the discount per person , between Sundays and Thursdays .
The only exceptions will be their premium menu items like lobster and steak , which will have a supplement applied .
Sundays will be the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ month .
Tucked slightly below street level on Lloyd Street , the meat-heavy menu will be 50 per cent cheaper on Sundays throughout September .
It 's up to £10 per head as a maximum discount .
Perched in the shadows of Old Trafford and a short walk from Salford Quays , Signature Steakhouse is offering discounts every single day of the week in September .
Food and drinks will be 50 per cent off between 12pm and 5pm , seven days a week when you book in advance .
Then between 5pm @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to 30 per cent .
Run by the team behind West Didsbury 's Volta , The Refuge restaurant and bar is the rather magnificent centrepiece of the Kimpton Clocktower Hotel ( formerly The Palace/The Principal ) .
They 're launching their own version of the Eat Out to Help Out deal in September , knocking up to 50 per cent off food up to a maximum value of £10 per person on Tuesdays and Wednesdays .
`` Seeing as the Eat Out to Help Out scheme has been seriously popular with you all @ @ @ @ @ @ @ generous ) , we thought we might as well extend the discount for a little bit longer , '' bosses said .
The all-day menu is made up of small plates with global influences inspired by its DJ owners The Unabombers ' travels : think salt cod croquetas , Keralan fish curry , lamb shawarma , and beetroot pakora .
Based at the Whitworth Locke hotel 's pop-up restaurant space The Cotton Factory , Peru Perdu serves Peruvian and South American-influenced cuisine .
It 's announced it 'll be offering 50 per cent @ @ @ @ @ @ @ of £10 per person , throughout September .
Like the official Eat Out to Help Out scheme , it 'll be available from Monday to Wednesday on dine-in meals only .
It wo n't apply to any drinks , however .
Located just across the river from Spinningfields , LA-inspired restaurant , bar and yoga studio serves a health-focused menu with nutritious dishes such as miso-grilled salmon , poke bowls , and pressed juices .
It 's remained closed throughout August so it has n't been able to take advantage of the Eat @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , it 's launching its own version of the deal in September , offering 50 per cent off food from Wednesday to Friday all month .
Bosses posted on Facebook : `` Since we missed the EAT OUT TO HELP OUT scheme throughout August , we thought it was only right to say a HUGE THANKYOU for your continued support & loyalty by extending it off our own backs through the WHOLE OF SEPTEMBER ! ''
The restaurant reopens on August 28 .
Bookings are necessary to claim the offer .
Northern Quarter @ @ @ @ @ @ @ guidebooks for its approachable but accomplished modern British cooking .
It just got more affordable too , stretching out the Eat Out to Help Out deal into September and all week , meaning diners can enjoy half price food - up to a value of £10 per person - from Monday to Friday .
The offer is available on the a la carte menu only from September 1 to 22 , excluding weekends .
Unlike the official government scheme , it ca n't be used in conjunction with any other offers .
Just @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Pizza chain Franco Manca is slicing its prices in September - including at its Manchester restaurant overlooking Piccadilly Gardens .
The same rules apply as for the original Eat Out to Help Out scheme - up to 50 per cent off food and soft drinks , capped at £10 , when you dine in from Monday to Wednesday .
That means a simple marinara will cost you just £2.60 , while the most expensive pizza - topped with pork salami , wild broccoli , San Marzano tomatoes and mozzarella - will set @ @ @ @ @ @ @ half your bill in August .
Franco will pay half in September , '' bosses said .
Restaurant chain Bill 's has a newly-opened site in Spinningfields as well as a recently-refurbished Trafford Centre branch .
Both will be offering their own twist on the Eat Out to Help Out deal , with a special menu of dishes all priced at £10 - a reduction of up to 50 per cent off the usual prices .
The £10 menu will be available from Monday to Wednesday throughout September .
Headed up by ex-Lowry @ @ @ @ @ @ @ in-house restaurant Mamucium serves a refined but relaxed menu reworking classic British dishes .
The team are giving guests a 50 per cent off voucher to use during September , up to a maximum value of £10 per person .
It 's available on the restaurant 's Mamucium Classics menu , featuring dishes such as Lancashire onion soup , Swaledale beef and ale pie and sticky toffee pudding , every Monday , Tuesday and Wednesday all month .
Diners need to sign up to the mailing list at mamuciummcr.com to claim the voucher @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
Didsbury curry house Khandoker is also offering its own version of the Eat Out to Help Out deal in September .
Diners can enjoy 50 per cent off food , up to a maximum value of £10 per person , from Mondays to Wednesdays all month - but must book in advance to claim the discount .
Bosses posted on Instagram : `` You ’ ve loved it , we ’ ve loved it !
We ’ ve decided that Eat Out to Help Out is here to STAY !
!
Available @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Wednesdays !
How nice are we to you ?
! ''

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Greater Manchester restaurants are planning their own versions of the Eat Out to Help Out scheme this month.
The official government discount scheme wound down last week, after more than 100 million meals were claimed across the UK.
Participating restaurants slashed their prices in half on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays throughout August, with the government covering the difference in price.
There were calls by many to extend the offer into September to help footfall and consumer confidence - which were rejected.
However, many of Greater Manchester's businesses are going to be offering some sort of discount at their own expense this month, and beyond.
Here are some of the places you could scoop a bargain in September.
Know of some we've missed? Let us know in the comments below or on Twitter @CityLifeManc.
Yang Sing
(Image: Mark Waugh Manchester Press Photography Ltd)
It's an absolute institution in Chinatown, and Yang Sing's got an extra draw to its Princess Street restaurant this month.
The family-operated restaurant is extending Rishi Sunak's deal into September, with 50% off the food bill on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
As with the original scheme, there's a cap of £10 discount per person.
Gaucho
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Argentinian steak restaurant Gaucho is exactly replicating the Eat Out to Help Out discount into September.
That means 50 per cent off food, Monday to Wednesday, up to a maximum of £10 discount per person.
The discount only applies to food and soft drinks and it can't be used with any other deals.
NAM
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
This trendy Vietnamese restaurant in the heart of Ancoats is going to knock 50 per cent off the food bill again this month.
Spends of up to £20 per person will be discounted every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday this month.
Everything on the menu has been passed down through the generations - you can read our review here.
Foundation Coffee House
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
There are half-price bargains to be had at popular cafe and coffee shop Foundation too.
With two sites to choose from (one in the Northern Quarter and one over on Whitworth Street), customers will be able to grab 50 per cent off food every Monday throughout September.
The deal applies to eat in or takeaway food, from breakfast to brunch to lunch.
San Carlo
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
It's the same deal we all came to love this August, but this time San Carlo will be covering the difference rather than the government.
The popular Italian restaurant group has extended the Eat Out to Help Out discount this month.
As a reminder, that's 50 per cent off food and soft drinks, Monday to Wednesday, up to £10 per person.
Firefly and Zumu
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Sushi experts Zumu are preparing to open a new concept inside Foodwell, at its cocktail bar offering Firefly.
Chefs will be preparing sushi on an iced sushi bar in front of diners, and offering a discount too.
You'll be able to knock 50 per cent off food Wednesday to Friday, including in the evenings.
River Restaurant at the Lowry Hotel
(Image: Brazen PR)
The Lowry will be taking its discounted offering right through until November at its luxurious River Restaurant.
Diners will be able to order three courses for just £14.95 on the first Tuesday and Wednesday of each month until November.
If you visit as a couple too, you can get a complimentary bottle of wine.
Creams Cafe
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Here's one for the dessert fans, as Creams will be knocking 25 per cent off the bill right through until November.
You'll be able to scoop up discounted milkshakes, waffles, sundaes, cheesecakes, crepes and cookie doughs, Monday to Wednesday.
The dessert brand say they sold more than 300,000 milkshakes in August.
Shoryu Ramen
The popular Japanese noodle bar in Piccadilly Gardens is going to be tempting diners back again in September with another 50 per cent off deal.
Main dishes - including its signature tonkotsu ramen and its Garlicky Dracula ramen - will be half price, Monday to Wednesday this month, up to £10 per person.
The deal can't be applied to drinks, desserts or sides though.
Wood
(Image: bjl group)
Former Masterchef winner Simon Wood is extending the Eat Out to Help Out discount this month at his First Street restaurant.
The 50 per cent savings, up to £10 per person, on his Michelin-recommended food can be found on Wednesdays throughout September.
There are five, seven and 10-course tasting menus to choose from with all dietary needs catered to.
Tre Ciccio
(Image: Tre Ciccio)
For some of the best pizza in Greater Manchester served with a nice discount alongside it, head to Tre Ciccio.
The Italian restaurant will be offering 50 per cent off food and non-alcoholic drinks on Tuesdays and Wednesdays until the end of September.
The discount is available at its Altrincham or Ramsbottom restaurants and booking in advance is advised.
Elnecot
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
One of the earliest arrivals to the now-bustling Cutting Room Square is Elnecot, loved by locals for its brunches and Sunday roasts.
It's decided to keep offering slashed prices this month after the success of August's scheme.
Book in advance and quote EATOUTSEPTEMBER to nab 50 per cent off food, Monday to Wednesday.
Piccolino
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
You'll have to be quick to grab this discount, with Piccolino extending its Eat Out to Help Out discount until September 9.
The 50 per cent off deal is available for Club Individual members, but you can sign up through the app if you haven't already.
La Bandera
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
Another one you'll have to be quick off the mark to nab - Spanish restaurant La Bandera has also extended its offers for a few extra weeks.
The tapas joint on Ridgefield will be doing half price food between Mondays and Thursdays.
Their discount scheme is due to wrap up on Thursday September 10.
Solita
(Image: Peter Harbour - Hull Live)
Masters of the enormous filthy burger, Solita are going to be dropping their prices again in September.
Here, that means 25 per cent off all food and non-alcoholic drinks, up to £5 per person, Monday to Wednesday.
As well as huge burgers - including the signature 'Big Manc' - you'll find wings, hot dogs, steaks and loaded fries.
Don Giovanni
Perhaps the most impressive savings of all can be found at Don Giovanni, one of the city's oldest restaurants.
They'll be knocking 50 per cent off all food, with no limit on the discount per person, between Sundays and Thursdays.
The only exceptions will be their premium menu items like lobster and steak, which will have a supplement applied.
Smokehouse
Sundays will be the bargain days at Smokehouse & Cellar this month.
Tucked slightly below street level on Lloyd Street, the meat-heavy menu will be 50 per cent cheaper on Sundays throughout September.
It's up to £10 per head as a maximum discount.
Signature Steakhouse at Trafford Hall Hotel
Perched in the shadows of Old Trafford and a short walk from Salford Quays, Signature Steakhouse is offering discounts every single day of the week in September.
Food and drinks will be 50 per cent off between 12pm and 5pm, seven days a week when you book in advance.
Then between 5pm and 10pm, the discount will drop to 30 per cent.
Already announced restaurants continuing discounts
The Refuge, Manchester city centre
(Image: The Refuge)
Run by the team behind West Didsbury's Volta, The Refuge restaurant and bar is the rather magnificent centrepiece of the Kimpton Clocktower Hotel (formerly The Palace/The Principal).
They're launching their own version of the Eat Out to Help Out deal in September, knocking up to 50 per cent off food up to a maximum value of £10 per person on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
"Seeing as the Eat Out to Help Out scheme has been seriously popular with you all (and because we're feeling rather generous), we thought we might as well extend the discount for a little bit longer," bosses said.
The all-day menu is made up of small plates with global influences inspired by its DJ owners The Unabombers' travels: think salt cod croquetas, Keralan fish curry, lamb shawarma, and beetroot pakora.
Visit refugemcr.co.uk to book.
Peru Perdu, Manchester city centre
(Image: Lucas Smith)
Based at the Whitworth Locke hotel's pop-up restaurant space The Cotton Factory, Peru Perdu serves Peruvian and South American-influenced cuisine.
It's announced it'll be offering 50 per cent off food, up to a maximum of £10 per person, throughout September.
Like the official Eat Out to Help Out scheme, it'll be available from Monday to Wednesday on dine-in meals only. It won't apply to any drinks, however.
Foodwell, New Bailey
Located just across the river from Spinningfields, LA-inspired restaurant, bar and yoga studio serves a health-focused menu with nutritious dishes such as miso-grilled salmon, poke bowls, and pressed juices.
It's remained closed throughout August so it hasn't been able to take advantage of the Eat Out to Help Out scheme.
Instead, it's launching its own version of the deal in September, offering 50 per cent off food from Wednesday to Friday all month.
Bosses posted on Facebook: "Since we missed the EAT OUT TO HELP OUT scheme throughout August, we thought it was only right to say a HUGE THANKYOU for your continued support & loyalty by extending it off our own backs through the WHOLE OF SEPTEMBER!"
The restaurant reopens on August 28. Bookings are necessary to claim the offer.
TNQ
Northern Quarter bistro TNQ is consistently rated by the guidebooks for its approachable but accomplished modern British cooking.
It just got more affordable too, stretching out the Eat Out to Help Out deal into September and all week, meaning diners can enjoy half price food - up to a value of £10 per person - from Monday to Friday.
The offer is available on the a la carte menu only from September 1 to 22, excluding weekends. Unlike the official government scheme, it can't be used in conjunction with any other offers.
Just quote TNQ50 when booking to claim it.
Franco Manca
Pizza chain Franco Manca is slicing its prices in September - including at its Manchester restaurant overlooking Piccadilly Gardens.
The same rules apply as for the original Eat Out to Help Out scheme - up to 50 per cent off food and soft drinks,capped at £10, when you dine in from Monday to Wednesday.
That means a simple marinara will cost you just £2.60, while the most expensive pizza - topped with pork salami, wild broccoli, San Marzano tomatoes and mozzarella - will set you back £4.48.
"Rishi paid half your bill in August. Franco will pay half in September," bosses said.
Bill's
(Image: Bill's Restaurant and Bar)
Restaurant chain Bill's has a newly-opened site in Spinningfields as well as a recently-refurbished Trafford Centre branch.
Both will be offering their own twist on the Eat Out to Help Out deal, with a special menu of dishes all priced at £10 - a reduction of up to 50 per cent off the usual prices.
The £10 menu will be available from Monday to Wednesday throughout September.
Mamucium
(Image: Colin Horne - Manchester Evening News)
Headed up by ex-Lowry chef Andrew Green, Hotel Indigo's in-house restaurant Mamucium serves a refined but relaxed menu reworking classic British dishes.
The team are giving guests a 50 per cent off voucher to use during September, up to a maximum value of £10 per person.
It's available on the restaurant's Mamucium Classics menu, featuring dishes such as Lancashire onion soup, Swaledale beef and ale pie and sticky toffee pudding, every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday all month.
Diners need to sign up to the mailing list at mamuciummcr.com to claim the voucher and make a booking to redeem it.
Khandoker, Didsbury
Didsbury curry house Khandoker is also offering its own version of the Eat Out to Help Out deal in September.
Diners can enjoy 50 per cent off food, up to a maximum value of £10 per person, from Mondays to Wednesdays all month - but must book in advance to claim the discount.
Bosses posted on Instagram: "You’ve loved it, we’ve loved it! We’ve decided that Eat Out to Help Out is here to STAY!! Available in September on Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays! How nice are we to you?!"


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-07--Two year groups at one high school must self-isolate after confirmed Covid cases

Hundreds of pupils at a Salford high school have been told they must self-isolate for 14 days after confirmed coronavirus cases .
New starters in Year 7 and children in Year 10 at Co-op Academy Swinton have been told they need to stay off for a fortnight .
It comes after two confirmed cases of Covid-19 at the school , which only reopened after the summer break on Thursday .
In a message to parents of children in the affected year groups , headteacher Mark Harrison says : `` A child in your child ’ s Year Group has tested @ @ @ @ @ @ @ guidelines we must send home all children from Years 7 and 10 ONLY , ( and their siblings ) to self isolate for 14 days . ''
The note to parents explains more about the rules on self-isolation , saying their children must not go outside the house , other than the garden , family members outside the household can not visit and the child can not see their friends .
It states that other members of the child 's household do not need to isolate unless the child , or someone else @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Most pupils had already arrived for school on Monday morning when they were told the news and sent home .
Commenting on the school 's Facebook page , one parent shared her dismay over the situation and suggested her child would be better off at home .
She said : `` What ’ s the rules if we just want to keep our children off for the foreseeable ?
This is just going to continue and they ’ re going to just keep getting sent home .
`` Day 3 and it ’ @ @ @ @ @ @ @ to be a weekly occurrence .
I am not putting my child at risk , she has severe asthma .
So I don ’ t want her going back . ''
Like most schools , Co-op Academy Swinton has implemented a number of safety measure since pupils returned , including each year group having their own entrance and exit and the school being split into five zones to keep groups apart during the day .
Elsewhere in Salford a whole year group is having to self-isolate after a confirmed case at Buile Hill @ @ @ @ @ @ @ must now stay at home until September 18 .
They had only been back to school for three days after the academy opened on Wednesday ( September 2 ) .

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Hundreds of pupils at a Salford high school have been told they must self-isolate for 14 days after confirmed coronavirus cases.
New starters in Year 7 and children in Year 10 at Co-op Academy Swinton have been told they need to stay off for a fortnight.
It comes after two confirmed cases of Covid-19 at the school, which only reopened after the summer break on Thursday.
(Image: Manchester Evening News)
In a message to parents of children in the affected year groups, headteacher Mark Harrison says: "A child in your child’s Year Group has tested positive for COVID-19. As per Government guidelines we must send home all children from Years 7 and 10 ONLY, (and their siblings) to self isolate for 14 days."
The note to parents explains more about the rules on self-isolation, saying their children must not go outside the house, other than the garden, family members outside the household cannot visit and the child cannot see their friends.
It states that other members of the child's household do not need to isolate unless the child, or someone else in the house, develops symptoms.
Most pupils had already arrived for school on Monday morning when they were told the news and sent home.
Commenting on the school's Facebook page, one parent shared her dismay over the situation and suggested her child would be better off at home.
She said: "What’s the rules if we just want to keep our children off for the foreseeable? This is just going to continue and they’re going to just keep getting sent home.
"Day 3 and it’s happened. It’s going to be a weekly occurrence. I am not putting my child at risk, she has severe asthma. So I don’t want her going back."
(Image: Co-op Academy Swinton)
Like most schools, Co-op Academy Swinton has implemented a number of safety measure since pupils returned, including each year group having their own entrance and exit and the school being split into five zones to keep groups apart during the day.
Elsewhere in Salford a whole year group is having to self-isolate after a confirmed case at Buile Hill Academy in Pendleton.
Year 7 pupils must now stay at home until September 18.
They had only been back to school for three days after the academy opened on Wednesday (September 2).


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-07--Salford complete capture of England international centre

Salford have strengthened their backline with the addition of England international centre Kallum Watkins .
The 29-year-old - a Folly Lane junior who was once part of the Salford academy set up - has signed a contract until the end of the 2023 season , but is available to feature for the Red Devils in the current Betfred Super League campaign .
`` It 's great to be part of the team and representing Salford will be an honour for me , '' said Watkins .
`` I know it 's been a long time coming in a sense , @ @ @ @ @ @ @ rugby league and Salford was key to my development .
`` The club means a great deal to me .
If I hadn ’ t had those opportunities to support the club and be a ball boy growing up , you do n't know what would have happened .
`` I might not be in the position I am , without having those influences . ''
Watkins made his professional debut for Leeds Rhinos and he would go on to make over 250 appearances for the Headingley-based side , scoring 132 tries and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ .
After a short stint with NRL side Gold Coast Titans , he returned to the UK earlier this year to care for his father who had been diagnosed with Covid-19 .
Watkins had agreed a deal to reunite with former Rhinos boss Brian McDermott at Toronto Wolfpack , but was given the opportunity to explore alternatives when the Transatlantic side withdrew from this year 's competition and the Red Devils move quickly to secure his signature .
`` We are extremely lucky to have been in a position to acquire a player @ @ @ @ @ @ @ ’ m looking forward to having the opportunity to work with him , '' said head coach Ian Watson .
`` Building a team through players who are competitive and work hard has been really successful for us , but to get a player with both of those traits and world-class ability is how we will grow into a team that challenges every year .
`` Kallum has that and he recognises our progress as a team and a club , in recruiting other players with these three traits over the last few @ @ @ @ @ @ @ , Kallum will be embraced by the Salford supporters and I ’ m sure over the next few years he will prove to be one of the club 's best signings and it will show a real intent , not only for the remainder of this year , but in 2021 , where we should have a phenomenal backline . ''
Red Devils ' director of rugby Ian Blease described Watkins as a `` first-class signing '' for the club .
He said : `` Kallum ’ s career speaks for itself and @ @ @ @ @ @ @ a player of his quality to the club .
`` He played locally in his early years and it is fitting he will now wear the Salford shirt as a world-renowned player .
`` We have pursued Kallum for some weeks now and after speaking with our coaches and the backroom team , they were so excited at the opportunity of bringing him to the club and are totally focused on getting Kallum back to his best form , representing Salford Red Devils on the pitch in the Betfred Super League . ''

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Salford have strengthened their backline with the addition of England international centre Kallum Watkins.
The 29-year-old - a Folly Lane junior who was once part of the Salford academy set up - has signed a contract until the end of the 2023 season, but is available to feature for the Red Devils in the current Betfred Super League campaign.
"It's great to be part of the team and representing Salford will be an honour for me," said Watkins.
"I know it's been a long time coming in a sense, but I grew up wanting to play rugby league and Salford was key to my development.
"The club means a great deal to me. If I hadn’t had those opportunities to support the club and be a ball boy growing up, you don't know what would have happened.
"I might not be in the position I am, without having those influences."
Watkins made his professional debut for Leeds Rhinos and he would go on to make over 250 appearances for the Headingley-based side, scoring 132 tries and lifting the Super League trophy six times.
After a short stint with NRL side Gold Coast Titans, he returned to the UK earlier this year to care for his father who had been diagnosed with Covid-19.
Watkins had agreed a deal to reunite with former Rhinos boss Brian McDermott at Toronto Wolfpack, but was given the opportunity to explore alternatives when the Transatlantic side withdrew from this year's competition and the Red Devils move quickly to secure his signature.
"We are extremely lucky to have been in a position to acquire a player of Kallum’s quality and I’m looking forward to having the opportunity to work with him," said head coach Ian Watson.
"Building a team through players who are competitive and work hard has been really successful for us, but to get a player with both of those traits and world-class ability is how we will grow into a team that challenges every year.
"Kallum has that and he recognises our progress as a team and a club, in recruiting other players with these three traits over the last few years.
"Being a local lad, Kallum will be embraced by the Salford supporters and I’m sure over the next few years he will prove to be one of the club's best signings and it will show a real intent, not only for the remainder of this year, but in 2021, where we should have a phenomenal backline."
Red Devils' director of rugby Ian Blease described Watkins as a "first-class signing" for the club.
He said: "Kallum’s career speaks for itself and I'm delighted to have brought in a player of his quality to the club.
"He played locally in his early years and it is fitting he will now wear the Salford shirt as a world-renowned player.
"We have pursued Kallum for some weeks now and after speaking with our coaches and the backroom team, they were so excited at the opportunity of bringing him to the club and are totally focused on getting Kallum back to his best form, representing Salford Red Devils on the pitch in the Betfred Super League."


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-07--Social club forced to shut after flouting coronavirus restrictions

A social club has been shut for flouting coronavirus restrictions .
Whelley Labour Club , in Wigan , was forced to close on Friday ( September 4 ) after being found to be in breach of the rules .
It comes after officers from Greater Manchester Police visited the venue , in Northumberland Street , on Saturday , August 29 .
The closure will be reviewed within seven days , and a decision made as to whether or not to permit the premises to re-open .
Councillor Paul Prescott , Wigan Council 's cabinet member for planning and environmental services @ @ @ @ @ @ @ acts a stern reminder to bars and pubs across the borough that Wigan Council won ’ t hesitate to close venues which show a complete disregard to protecting the public .
“ While restrictions in the borough eased last week , this is not a time to get complacent and we must all continue to abide by the rules so we don ’ t undo all the good work of the previous months in keeping the infection rates low .
“ I would like to once again thank the vast majority of businesses @ @ @ @ @ @ @ guidelines and acting responsibly.
” Wigan Council served a direction notice on the social club using new powers under Covid-19 regulations .
The powers came into force in the middle of July and allow councils to shut down businesses which flout regulations put in place to protect the public .
Last month , Casino De Cuba and Havana Sports Lounge on Millgate in Wigan town centre were both ordered to shut for failing to comply with social distancing .
Inspectors found large groups congregated together singing and dancing to 'extremely loud music ' @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Both bars have since been allowed to reopen following a review by the local authority .

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A social club has been shut for flouting coronavirus restrictions.
Whelley Labour Club, in Wigan, was forced to close on Friday (September 4) after being found to be in breach of the rules.
It comes after officers from Greater Manchester Police visited the venue, in Northumberland Street, on Saturday, August 29.
The closure will be reviewed within seven days, and a decision made as to whether or not to permit the premises to re-open.
Councillor Paul Prescott, Wigan Council's cabinet member for planning and environmental services, said: “The latest closure acts a stern reminder to bars and pubs across the borough that Wigan Council won’t hesitate to close venues which show a complete disregard to protecting the public.
“While restrictions in the borough eased last week, this is not a time to get complacent and we must all continue to abide by the rules so we don’t undo all the good work of the previous months in keeping the infection rates low.
“I would like to once again thank the vast majority of businesses in Wigan Borough that are respecting the guidelines and acting responsibly.”
Wigan Council served a direction notice on the social club using new powers under Covid-19 regulations.
The powers came into force in the middle of July and allow councils to shut down businesses which flout regulations put in place to protect the public.
Last month, Casino De Cuba and Havana Sports Lounge on Millgate in Wigan town centre were both ordered to shut for failing to comply with social distancing.
Inspectors found large groups congregated together singing and dancing to 'extremely loud music' during repeat visits to both venues.
Both bars have since been allowed to reopen following a review by the local authority.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-07--Exclusive: Man United U23s keen on striker signing in summer window

Manchester United are keen to sign a new striker for their Under-23 side in the summer transfer window .
Neil Wood 's side are preparing for their first campaign back in the Premier League 2 Division One following promotion last season , but are well aware of the need for a new attacking addition .
MEN Sport understand United will take another striker on trial at reserves level this week as they look to bolster their options ahead of the new league campaign .
Anthony Elanga is the only natural striking option available to United at U23s level with the @ @ @ @ @ @ @ D'Mani Mellor .
The 19-year-old is set for a long-spell on the sidelines following an ACL injury .
It means 18-year-old Elanga , who is naturally a left winger , has been tasked with leading the line for United U23s during their pre-season preparation .
Elanga netted for United in their 3-3 draw with Huddersfield last month while Hannibal Mejbri has also been utilised in a more attacking capacity during the recent friendly matches .
United go into the new reserve campaign with a very young squad even by U23s standards with much @ @ @ @ @ @ @ squad is also set to be weakened in upcoming weeks with experienced trio Dylan Levitt , James Garner and Di'Shon Bernard amongst those set for loan exits .
United are next in action at youth level when they face Salford City in the first match of their Football League Trophy campaign on Wednesday night .

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Manchester United are keen to sign a new striker for their Under-23 side in the summer transfer window.
Neil Wood's side are preparing for their first campaign back in the Premier League 2 Division One following promotion last season, but are well aware of the need for a new attacking addition.
MEN Sport understand United will take another striker on trial at reserves level this week as they look to bolster their options ahead of the new league campaign.
Anthony Elanga is the only natural striking option available to United at U23s level with the club suffering a setback following injury to D'Mani Mellor. The 19-year-old is set for a long-spell on the sidelines following an ACL injury.
It means 18-year-old Elanga, who is naturally a left winger, has been tasked with leading the line for United U23s during their pre-season preparation.
Elanga netted for United in their 3-3 draw with Huddersfield last month while Hannibal Mejbri has also been utilised in a more attacking capacity during the recent friendly matches.
United go into the new reserve campaign with a very young squad even by U23s standards with much of their squad still teenagers. The squad is also set to be weakened in upcoming weeks with experienced trio Dylan Levitt, James Garner and Di'Shon Bernard amongst those set for loan exits.
United are next in action at youth level when they face Salford City in the first match of their Football League Trophy campaign on Wednesday night.


themanchestereveningnews--2020-09-07--Greenwood and Foden miss England training after 'inviting girls to hotel' claims

Mason Greenwood and Phil Foden were absent from England 's final training session before the game against Denmark amid allegations that they broke FA protocols by inviting girls back to their hotel .
The Manchester United and Manchester City players are rooming together for their first senior call-up , having become close friends while on Under-21 duty together over the past year .
They both made their debuts in the 1-0 win over Iceland on Saturday , with Foden starting and Greenwood coming off the bench .
However , the pair did not take part in the session overseen by @ @ @ @ @ @ @ media outlet DV published stills and a short video from Snapchat that appeared to confirm that they invited girls back to their hotel room .
That would be in breach of the strict guidelines the England squad have to stick to in the country owing to coronavirus and could leave the pair facing disciplinary action just days after making their senior international debuts .
Southgate will address the media on Monday afternoon , where he can expect to be asked about the reports centred on the two young players .
The Three Lions @ @ @ @ @ @ @ Maguire from the squad hours after including him in it following the guilty verdict from a Greek court for the player .
Maguire has appealed the decision and been backed by his club , but Southgate thought it right to leave him out this time before an expected return to the squad next month .

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Mason Greenwood and Phil Foden were absent from England's final training session before the game against Denmark amid allegations that they broke FA protocols by inviting girls back to their hotel.
The Manchester United and Manchester City players are rooming together for their first senior call-up, having become close friends while on Under-21 duty together over the past year. They both made their debuts in the 1-0 win over Iceland on Saturday, with Foden starting and Greenwood coming off the bench.
However, the pair did not take part in the session overseen by Gareth Southgate on Monday morning after Icelandic media outlet DV published stills and a short video from Snapchat that appeared to confirm that they invited girls back to their hotel room.
That would be in breach of the strict guidelines the England squad have to stick to in the country owing to coronavirus and could leave the pair facing disciplinary action just days after making their senior international debuts.
Southgate will address the media on Monday afternoon, where he can expect to be asked about the reports centred on the two young players.
The Three Lions boss had to cut United skipper Harry Maguire from the squad hours after including him in it following the guilty verdict from a Greek court for the player. Maguire has appealed the decision and been backed by his club, but Southgate thought it right to leave him out this time before an expected return to the squad next month.