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Man Utd may have to wait - Sprint king Bolt has 'a bit of work to do' in football quest

The former Olympic champion has stated a desire to switch sports, but his early efforts with Mamelodi Sundowns have not inspired confidence

Usain Bolt may want to swap athletic spikes for football boots, but the Manchester United fan has “a bit of work to do” if that dream is to become reality.

The legendary Jamaican sprinter conquered the first sporting field he entered, claiming eight Olympic gold medals over the course of an iconic career.

He is now looking to move in a different direction, with the 31-year-old having stated that he is “very serious” about seeking a career in football.