Manchester United came close to landing the signature of Xavi Simons from Paris Saint-Germain last summer, according to German publication BILD. The Dutchman was re-signed by Les Parisiens from PSV Eindhoven with a €6 million buy-back clause last year and he was subsequently loaned out to RB Leipzig. However, BILD claim that United made a transfer proposal worth €60m before his move to Germany. Les Parisiens had already ‘agreed a deal’ with the Red Devils, but a move did not materialise in the end due to the player’s refusal to make the switch to Manchester. Simons was not convinced by the tr ..read more

Manchester United’s penultimate home game of the 2023/24 Premier League season brings title-bidding Arsenal to Old Trafford on Sunday afternoon. Under-pressure manager Erik ten Hag suffered his joint-heaviest defeat in charge of the Red Devils on Monday as Crystal Palace brushed United aside with a stunning 4-0 win at Selhurst Park. Despite insisting he’s not afraid of potential sacking, the Dutchman can’t afford another embarrassment after slipping to eighth in the standings, two points adrift of sixth-placed Newcastle United. In an otherwise disastrous campaign, the emergence of Kobbie Main ..read more

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has confirmed a triple injury boost ahead of the Premier League clash against Arsenal at Old Trafford on Sunday. The Red Devils have been in a poor run of form since the international break and they have picked up just one victory from their last seven league outings. United suffered an embarrassing 4-0 defeat at the hands of Crystal Palace on Monday and Ten Hag will want a strong response against Mikel Arteta’s side. Ahead of the game, Ten Hag has provided some good news on the injury front. Marcus Rashford and Lisandro Martinez were spotted in training ..read more

Former Manchester United star Roy Keane has slammed manager Erik ten Hag’s decision to play Casemiro in defence.  The 32-year-old arrived at Old Trafford in a £70 million move after spending almost a decade at Real Madrid.  The Brazilian enjoyed an impressive first season in Manchester but has regressed this term.  Ten Hag has been playing Casemiro as a centre-back in recent matches, but he has struggled in the new role.  Speaking on the Stick to Football podcast, Keane slammed the Dutchman’s decision to play the former Madrid star in defence.  He said: “He’s the last ..read more

Football pundit Gary Neville has claimed that Gareth Southgate cannot move to Manchester United.  Manager Erik ten Hag is under pressure at the moment, with United set to miss out on European football next season.  They have dropped to eighth in the Premier League standings following the shambolic 4-0 loss at Crystal Palace on Monday.  The England manager is one of the favourites to replace Ten Hag at Old Trafford. However, Neville doesn’t see the move happening for two reasons.  Speaking on Stick to Football podcast, Neville said: “I’ve come to the conclusion Southga ..read more

Manchester United have asked about the release clause of Alex Remiro ahead of a possible summer move, according to Mundo Deportivo. The Red Devils currently have Andre Onana as the undisputed starter in goal following his arrival from Inter Milan at the start of the season. Altay Bayindir was signed as his deputy from Fenerbahce, but he has made just one appearance for the club in the Carabao Cup this campaign. It is quite clear that manager Erik ten Hag prefers to trust Onana between the sticks, but Mundo Deportivo claim that United could replace him. The new management under Sir Jim Ratclif ..read more

Manchester United are interested in signing Atletico Madrid left-back Reinildo Mandava during the summer transfer window, according to the Sun. The Red Devils are desperate to bolster their options in the position after losing Tyrell Malacia and Luke Shaw to long-term injuries this term, and the Mozambique international has caught their eyes. However, they will face competition from Juventus and Aston Villa for the services of Reinildo, and more suitors could join them in the race as he is set to be available on the cheap this summer. The 30-year-old has just a year remaining on his Atletico ..read more

Manchester United are ‘on the prowl’ to sign RB Leipzig attacker Dani Olmo this summer, according to Spanish publication Sport (page 8). The Red Devils are due to make multiple signings during the summer transfer window and a new playmaker could be one of the priorities. United have been linked with Olmo on several occasions. Sport today claim that they are one of the contenders to sign the Spain international. The 26-year-old currently has a €60 million release clause in his contract and Leipzig have no desire to lose him for anything less this summer. Barcelona are also admirers of their fo ..read more

Manchester United have been credited with a transfer interest in Juventus defender Gleison Bremer.  The 27-year-old has been earning rave reviews with his performances in Italy since joining the Old Lady in July 2022.  This season, he has started 34 Serie A matches with three goals to his name.  United will be looking to bring in a top-quality centre-back, and they have reportedly identified Bremer as an ideal option  The release clause in his contract will become active in the summer of 2025.  But as per journalist Fabrizio Romano, the Brazilian’s agents have a verba ..read more

Manchester United return to Premier League action on Sunday when they host leaders Arsenal at Old Trafford, and they will be desperate to return to winning ways following the demoralising 4-0 loss to Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park on Monday. Manager Erik ten Hag knows his job is on the line and he has been handed a huge double injury boost ahead of the clash with the Gunners and the FA Cup final against Manchester City later this month. The Red Devils confirmed on their official website this afternoon that both Lisandro Martinez and Marcus Rashford have returned to first-team training. While ..read more