Sunderland defender Modibo Diakite has mutually terminated his agreement with Sunderland, reports in France claim
The 27-year-old joined Sunderland last summer on a three-year deal after his contract expired with Serie A side Lazio.
However, according to Get French Football News, Diakite has now accepted to terminate his contract with Sunderland after pecking down order.
The Frenchman is now ready to join Fiorentina, where he spent the second half of last season on loan reports talksport
Reports: Aston Villa agree £8m fee for Manchester United midfielder. Manchester United have agreed an £8million deal from Aston Villa for Tom Cleverley,reports. Louis van Gaal is trying to obtain maximum for his Red Devils team with just four days remaining of the transfer window.
Cleverley came up through the ranks at Old Trafford and was tipped for great things and looks as a tough replacement for midfield legend Paul Scholes.
Everton, Arsenal, Sunderland and West Ham have also been linked with moves for the midfielder, but Villa appear to have acquire a march on their rivals to secure Cleverley’s services.
Van Gaal is believed to have told Cleverley he has no future with the Red Devils this week as the Dutchman continues to be linked with big money moves for Sporting Lisbon’s William Carvalho and Juventus midfielder Arturo Vidal reports Talksport
Manchester United played out an disappointing 1-1 draw with Sunderland.The Red Devils took the lead, when Juan Mata tapped home Antonio Valencia’s inviting cross from close range after 15 minutes.But former Manchester City midfielder Jack Rodwell Equalled the scored in the first half with a good header.
United – and their opponents – failed to produce any clear-cut opportunities in the second half. The club’s fans will now be praying that the Planned £63.9 million deal to get hold of Real Madrid winger Angel di Maria pursues, as planned, later this week.
Scroll down for the player ratings in the match.
David de Gea: 6
A virtual spectator. Couldnt stop Sunderland’s goal.
Phil Jones: 7
Didn’t get much wrong over the course of the 90 minutes. Another impressive display Excelling in his natural position.
Chris Smalling: 5
Nervy in possession and subbed before half-time a. Not a convincing display from the England international.
Tyler Blackett: 7
Probably the pick of the bunch for United,Reasonably solid in defence.
Antonio Valencia: 6
Excellent work to make the opening goal, Failed to keep tabs with Rodwell.Worked hard to carry out his defensive duties.
Ashley Young: 5
Better going forwards, but still too predictable. Earned himself a yellow card.
Tom Cleverley: 5
Shouldn’t be playing for Manchester United.
Darren Fletcher: 4
Fletcher regularly gave the ball away and didn’t look up to the job.
Juan Mata: 6
The Spain international scored United’s opening goal – in truth, he couldn’t miss but Must start justifying that £37.1 million transfer fee.
Wayne Rooney: 6
Rooney was often forced to drop deep in order to make something happen. Tried his best, but nothing really came off.
Robin van Persie: 5
struggled to get himself into the game.
Michael Keane: 5
Did reasonably well but Not fit for Manchester United.
Adnan Januzaj: 5
used in an unfamiliar central midfield role and did not miss his defensive duties.
Danny Welbeck: 6
His introduction made the visitors slightly less pedestrian. Strange if Van Gaal does opt to sell him before the transfer window closes. Has plenty to offer. Read more at http://www.givemesport.com/497672-sunderland-11-manchester-united-player-ratings?autoplay=on
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