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Manchester United Transfer News: Jose Fonte Rejects Red Devils, Latest Rumours

Southampton defender Jose Fonte has reportedly decided to turn down Manchester United in favour of signing a new deal with the Saints.

According to the Mirror's Alex Smith, Fonte held "clear-the-air" talks with chairman Ralph Krueger and director of football Les Reed and will now enjoy a £25,000-per-week wage rise, taking his weekly pay packet to £70,000.

Southampton boss Claude Puel spoke about the situation in his press conference on Thursday:

Claude Puel talks about #SaintsFC captain José Fonte, following recent speculation about his future: https://t.