Dorgu volley powers United to victory over Newcastle

Badly depleted Manchester United clung on to climb back into the Premier League’s top five as Patrick Dorgu’s stunning volley proved enough to beat Newcastle at Old Trafford. Missing seven senior players through injury and international duty including skipper Bruno Fernandes, Ruben Amorim’s side also lost Mason Mount at half-time. But despite Newcastle having 66% possession and Lewis Hall’s thunderous strike bouncing down off the underside of the bar, Eddie Howe’s side could not come up with a leveller as their dismal recent form continued.

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Dan Burn suffers broken rib and punctured lung in derby loss

Dan Burn suffered a rib fracture and damage to his lung after a nasty collision during Newcastle’s loss to Sunderland on Sunday. Eddie Howe confirmed that the defender was taken to hospital after the incident that left him with breathing difficulties. Burn was forced off in the first half during the 1-0 loss at the Stadium of Light after a collision with Black Cats defender Nordi Mukiele.

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Man United and RB Leipzig agree fee for Benjamin Šeško

Manchester United have agreed a deal worth £73.7m €85m) with Red Bull Leipzig to sign Benjamin Sesko.

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Isak trains alone as Newcastle stand-off continues

Alexander Isak’s standoff with Newcastle escalated on Wednesday when the striker was ordered to train separately from his teammates and stay away from a lunchtime training‑ground barbecue. Eddie Howe, Newcastle’s manager, had organised the gathering for his players and staff and their partners and children, but Isak was told to delay his arrival for solitary training until later in the afternoon.

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Newcastle submit improved bid for Benjamin Šeško

Newcastle United have reportedly submitted an improved offer of €75m to RB Leipzig for striker Benjamin Šeško. The 22 year old Slovenian international is viewed as a potential replacement for want-a-way forward Alexander Isak but the Bundesliga club have also received an offer from Manchester United who are eager to bolster their attacking options ahead of the new season.

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