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Manchester United are continuing their preparations for a crucial Premier League clash with Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday.

United will be desperate to return to winning ways after being dismantled by Man City at the Etihad last Sunday. Ralf Rangnick's men have been criticised by pundits due to the manner of the defeat and supporters will be looking for a reaction at Old Trafford.

Spurs, meanwhile, are in high spirits following their Monday night heroics. Antonio Conte's side thrashed Everton 5-0 with Harry Kane continuing his fine recent form.

Elsewhere the fallout continues from the UK Government's decision to sanction Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich. At present, the Blues are unable to sell products like merchandise or tickets due to the decision, or complete transfers.

It could mean United are able to capitalise on Chelsea's poor fortune with Jamie Carragher having already suggested that Thomas Tuchel ought to be a candidate for the manager's job.

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One of the innovative hallmarks of Ed Woodward's tenure as executive vice-chairman at Manchester United was the introduction of the one-year option in contracts.

In order to wrest some control from players who might run down their contract, Woodward insisted on a one-year extension option that rested with the club. Marcus Rashford, as a topical example, is effectively contracted to United until 2024, not 2023, as there is no way United would leave the extension in his contract dormant.

In a handful of cases, United have passed on the additional year. The eclectic quartet of Antonio Valencia, James Wilson, Sergio Romero and Joel Pereira were released when they could have been retained for another 12 months as they