Viktor Gyokeres to Man United transfer twist as shock loan claim made

Manchester United will return to pre-season training at the beginning of July as Ruben Amorim looks to banish the ill memories of last season. Matheus Cunha was the first name through the door as part of the rebuild at Old Trafford and United are pushing for more with Bryan Mbeumo the next player on the agenda.

They continue to be linked with a host of players across Europe as they target reinforcements to re-establish themselves at the height of English football. But pressure will be on the Portuguese to ensure that they get off to a strong start, despite being handed a tough beginning to the Premier League season.

July is around the corner and it will not be long before the United players reconvene with the objective to prove they're capable for the club and it also allows Amorim to get a closer look at his squad new and old before the window slams shut.

Here the MEN has provided a round-up of all the latest rumours regarding United.

Manchester United could be handed an opportunity to sign Viktor Gyokeres amid reports that the Sweden international will not return to Sporting CP.

The saga surrounding the talisman has seemingly turned sour with the suggestion now he will down tools and not report for the pre-season preparations.

Fabrizio Romano has claimed that Gyokeres has been left frustrated and angered by the failure to stick to the pact which would allow him to leave at an agreed price.

He tweeted: "Following Sporting president quotes, Viktor Gyökeres has no intention to come back and play again.

"Gyökeres already informed the club about it, as per @Record_Portugal.

"Swedish striker insists on the pact made last year over summed exit, now feeling betrayed and tired."

United have been linked with a reunion between