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Darwin Nunez 'rejects Manchester United': Blow for Erik ten Hag as Benfica star 'snubs £68m move because he wants to join a Champions League club - and so has turned down Newcastle's Saudi riches too'

Manchester United have reportedly been turned by Darwin Nunez, as the Benfica striker wants to play Champions League football.

The Red Devils failed to qualify for Europe's most prestigious tournament following a miserable campaign in which they will at most finish in sixth - which would mean a place in the Europa League.

Nunez is one of the most sought-after young strikers in world football at present, on the back of a stunning season in which he has scored 34 goals in 41 appearances.

Incoming Man United manager Erik ten Hag has reportedly had a blow to his summer plans
Darwin Nunez has snubbed United after they failed to qualify for the Champions League

In a blow to incoming United manager Erik ten Hag, RMC Sport have reported that Nunez has rejected Manchester United's £68million approach due to their failure to finish in the top-four.