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Ex-Premier League manager Sam Allardyce slams Man United's 'mind-boggling' failure to sign Borussia Dortmund star Erling Haaland in 2020 as he claims ex-boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer would still be in charge at Old Trafford if they had

Sam Allardyce has slammed Manchester United for their 'mind-boggling' failure to sign Erling Haaland in 2020.

The Red Devils looked set to secure the Norwegian's signature in 2020 but Borussia Dortmund swooped in and sealed a move for him in the January window.

United reportedly also had a chance to snatch up the 21-year-old in 2018 but a mix up in time zones between Norway and England ultimately was the club's downfall and Red Bull Salzburg secured the deal.

Sam Allardyce (pictured) has slammed Man United's failure to sign Erling Haaland in 2020
The Red Devils reportedly attempted to sign Erling Haaland (pictured) in 2018 and 2020

Sam Allardyce (left) has slammed Man United's failure to sign Erling Haaland (right) in 2020

Haaland has since gone on to establish himself as one of Europe's most coveted strikers and with his £64million release clause set to be triggered in summer, a number of top-slight clubs are circling.