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Man Utd news: Erik ten Hag 'mystified' amid players' reaction to Cristiano Ronaldo request

New Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has reportedly been left 'mystified' by the fact young prospect Zidane Iqbal has not played more for the club.

The Dutchman has got to work with his new squad and is said to have been left impressed by Iqbal during training sessions. Ten Hag made a reputation for himself at Ajax for developing young talent and it appears he may have found his next prospect.

It comes as Manchester United's players have reacted to the news that Cristiano Ronaldo would like to leave the club this summer in order to secure himself Champions League football. And Lisandro Martinez has pleaded with his bosses at Ajax to let him move to the Premier League this summer.

Here are Mirror Football's latest Manchester United headlines.

Have Your Say! Will Cristiano Ronaldo still be a Manchester United player come the end of the summer transfer window? Let us know here.

Ten Hag 'mystified'

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has been impressed by a handful of the club's current crop of youngsters.

The Dutchman has led training sessions with his new squad after players who didn't take part in international fixtures during the summer returning for pre-season last week. Zidane Iqbal, Hannibal Mejbri and Alejandro Garnacho have reportedly caught Ten Hag's eye and may be in his plans going forward.

Ten Hag is said to have been particularly impressed with Iqbal and it appears he may be prepared to offer him a chance this season.

Read the full story here.

Players react to Ronaldo transfer request

Some Manchester United players would reportedly 'welcome' Cristiano Ronaldo leaving the club.

The Portuguese forward has told United that he would like to leave in order to play Champions League football next season. The bombshell news has rocked United, although it appears some players would be fine with seeing the superstar forward depart the club.

And it is claimed that some stars at Old Trafford feel they would be able to 'express' themselves more should Ronaldo leave.

Read the full story here.

Martinez issues new transfer plea

Lisandro Martinez has begged Ajax to let him fulfil his dream of securing a summer transfer to the Premier League.

Martinez has spoken with the Dutch club twice in the past week, requesting permission to go on both occasions. Manchester United and Arsenal are engaged in a bidding war for his services with the Red Devils putting in a £40 million offer for him over the weekend.

Ajax value Martinez at £45million but it appears that a reunion with former boss Erik ten Hag may be inching ever closer.

Read the full story here.

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