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11h ago
Manchester United could make a fresh attempt to land Atletico Madrid attacker Joao Felix this summer, according to Mundo Deportivo.
The Red Devils tried to sign the Portuguese on a short-term loan in January but they were beaten to his services by Chelsea, who agreed to meet Atletico’s demands.
Felix has yet to make a big impression for the Blues but it is reported that United remain interested in signing the 23-year-old at the end of the campaign.
The Red Devils see Felix as a potential ‘cornerstone’ in Erik ten Hag’s rebuild and could be looking for a ‘favourable deal’ from the Spanish outfi ..read more
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18h ago
Manchester United are planning to track the performances of Inter Milan goalkeeper Andre Onana and Benfica striker Goncalo Ramos in the upcoming Champions League tie between the clubs.
The Nerazzurri progressed to the last eight of the Champions League after the heroics of Onana against Porto. Meanwhile, Ramos was also influential for Benfica versus Club Brugge.
The Portuguese bagged two goals and two assists in the 7-1 aggregate win in the round of 16.
It is now reported by FC Inter News that United are expected to monitor Onana and Ramos when Inter and Benfica meet in the first leg of the qu ..read more
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21h ago
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has provided a positive injury update on Christian Eriksen.
Eriksen has been on the sidelines for the past three months due to an ankle injury he suffered against Reading in the FA Cup.
He has been an influential player under Ten Hag, occupying the number eight role in the midfield.
The manager believes that Dane is heading towards training with the team.
He said (ManUtd.com): “Christian Eriksen is back on the pitch, not yet in the team training but I expect him in the coming week, [or] weeks, back in team training so will be available for games again.”
E ..read more
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1d ago
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag should be provided with funds to invest in the squad this summer and a new striker could be the main priority for the Dutchman.
However, he may also want another young midfielder in the squad. Here are three emerging French talents that the Red Devils could consider in the next transfer window.
Khephren Thuram – Nice
Thuram is currently in his fourth campaign with Nice’s first team and has been earning plaudits for his performances. The 22-year-old recently earned his first call-up to the France national side.
The midfielder is capable of playing in both ..read more
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1d ago
Manchester United face a gruelling run of fixtures in April with nine games coming in 30 days as United fight for a top-four place in the Premier League and more silverware in the FA Cup and Europa League.
The Red Devils have already played 46 games in all competitions this season and as James Ducker reported yesterday, they could be involved in as many as 19 more matches. If United reach the FA Cup and Europa League finals, it will mean an incredible 65-game season for the Manchester outfit.
Do they have the strength in depth to successfully navigate through these fixtures?
Casemi ..read more
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1d ago
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has given the go-ahead to sign Benfica striker Goncalo Ramos during the summer transfer window, according to AS.
The Red Devils are expected to pursue a marquee striker in the summer and they have been linked with several high-profile names over the past few months.
Ramos has been one of those and it is now reported that United have shown the ‘most interest’ in signing him from Benfica at the end of the campaign.
It is added that Ten Hag has given the green light for the move, though a transfer could depend on whether the Glazers manage to sell the club ..read more
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1d ago
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has issued a warning to referees over Newcastle United’s time-wasting tactics ahead of Sunday’s match at St James’ Park.
The Dutchman first voiced his concerns over the Magpies’ well-documented propensity for running the clock in the build-up to February’s League Cup final.
Although his team strolled to a 2-0 win at Wembley Stadium to snap a six-game title drought, the ex-Ajax tactician cannot forget Newcastle’s shameful time-wasting strategy at Old Trafford.
Eddie Howe’s side held Man Utd to an uneventful 0-0 draw in the reverse fixture in October, using ..read more
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2d ago
Manchester United defender Luke Shaw has agreed to put pen-to-paper on a fresh four-year contract, according to The Athletic.
The left-back has been a key player under manager Erik ten Hag this campaign and the club have now rewarded him for his performances.
Shaw’s previous contract was due to expire in the summer of 2024. The England star has now finalised a new four-year deal with the Red Devils.
The 27-year-old signed for United from Southampton for £30 million back in 2014. The extension will see him spend over a decade at the club.
Shaw deserves his new deal after excellent season
The En ..read more
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2d ago
Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani believes the new Owners’ and Directors’ Test will have no impact on his offer to buy Manchester United, reports the BBC.
Premier League clubs unanimously agreed to make some changes to the test at a meeting yesterday.
Individuals or companies under the sanctions of the U.K. government will no longer be allowed to become owners and directors.
Being found guilty of human rights abuses will also rule anyone out.
Qatar were criticised for their treatment of migrant workers ahead of the World Cup last year.
Homosexual acts are illegal and punishable by death in the ..read more
Erik ten Hag to make decision on futures of two first team players with over 200 Man Utd appearances
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2d ago
Erik ten Hag will decide on the futures of first team duo Victor Lindelof and Scott McTominay this summer, reports Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano.
Lindelof was once a regular starter at Old Trafford. He first arrived in the summer transfer window of 2017, signing from Ajax for an estimated £30 million.
During Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s time in charge of the Red Devils, the Sweden international started the majority of games alongside Harry Maguire.
However, new boss Erik ten Hag has not been as fond of the defender. He has started just five league games all season, largely down to the form of ..read more