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‘Haaland didn’t want to join Man Utd’ – Raiola refutes claims Red Devils cleared path for Dortmund

Erling Haaland snubbed Manchester United in favour of moving to Borussia Dortmund, says Mino Raiola, with the Norwegian striker’s agent biting back at claims that the Red Devils withdrew themselves from the running.

Leading sides from across Europe had sought to position themselves at the front of a transfer queue when it came to an exciting teenage forward.

United, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer leading the charm offensive for a fellow countryman, were considered by many to be favourites to secure a prized signature.

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Discussions were held, but Haaland ended up plumping for a switch to the Bundesliga over the Premier League.