The Matthijs de Ligt to Manchester United saga has sent supporters of the Red Devils into dizzying heights of hope. Less than two weeks ago the saga was believed to be all but dead with it seeming certain that the Dutch defender was headed to Barcelona. The more damning news for United fans was an…
Manchester United are in for a busy transfer window and the reports coming in all week have been focusing primarily on the players that they could be signing. However, there is an obvious need within their roster to get rid of the deadwood as well and free up space for fresher legs. While the ones…
Manchester United’s pursuit of Matthijs de Ligt has been the talk of the town. It was rendered that the young Dutchman would join Barcelona after reports claimed that he had outright refused United’s offer. That particular claim suggested that the 19-year-old Ajax captain didn’t view Old Trafford as an apt destination to become the best…
Old Trafford got to rewind history for a bit as the legends who immortalized the 1999 treble got together for a reunion game to commemorate the two decades that had passed since the dramatic night at Camp Nou. The event was a charity game with all the proceeds going to the Manchester United foundation towards…
Old Trafford witnessed history on Sunday as the legends who scripted history at Camp Nou in the UEFA Champions League finals in 1999 came together once again for a treble reunion game. The game was a charity event with all proceeds going to the Manchester United Foundation for the specially-abled children. The 20-year commemoration was…
The defensive woes at Manchester United have slowly infected more than just the centre-back position, plaguing their entire backline and establishing itself prominently at the goalkeeper’s spot as well. As of such, the English side has been prominently leaking goals. It doesn’t take a sports pundit for one to realize that if United wish to…
Manchester United are all set for a major squad overhaul this summer, as new manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will look to build his own roster for the season to come. The Norwegian gaffer is expected to primarily address four key positions, and bring in a centre-back, a right-back, a central midfielder, and a right winger.…
Matthijs de Ligt to Manchester United has been a saga which, in a matter of a few days, has enveloped the news cycle entirely. The Dutchman was reported to have outright refused to move to Manchester United even before they had failed to qualify for the Champions League. His alleged reasons had been that United…
Transfer sagas have a way of enduring that even some modern football clubs may not necessarily possess. The ‘out there’ nature of the times, replete with social media and the sheer visibility of players outside the pitch provides an ample arsenal from which fans can choose to employ as weapons of hope. While the transfer…
Following his performances for Ajax throughout the 2018-19 season, Matthijs De Ligt is now the most sought-after central defender in world football. While a host of European juggernauts have expressed huge interest in his services, Barcelona seem to be the favourites to seal this transfer. The Catalan giants had submitted a big offer for the…
Manchester United are “very close” to signing Matthijs De Ligt. The Red Devils’ persistent pursuit for a world-class centre-back has brought them to Ajax’s doors, as they have entered the race for arguably the most sought-after defender on the planet: Matthijs De Ligt. Barcelona were believed to be the favourites to land the Dutchman, but…
Manchester United are showing great intent this transfer window. The club requires at least four arrivals and as many departures in order to make a tangible difference in their performance for next season. Further, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has reportedly specified that he’d like the club to have most of its business done by July 1…
There are certain players who are perpetually tied in with the identity of certain clubs. Such is the strength of these bonds that the very thought of such names playing for other clubs seems wrong and thus such speculation is oft rubbished. Likewise, there are also certain players who assuredly can’t be expected to be…
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer appears eager to make his intent known at Manchester United. While his early success at the club, particularly during his stint as the caretaker gaffer, indicated that winning days were back at Old Trafford, the abysmal manner in which their season ended narrates a sordid tale. As of such, it is during…
Manchester United are set to make an official bid for Sean Longstaff. With Ole Gunnar Solskjaer eager to sign the best young British talents and effectively lower the age profile of his squad, the Mancunians have identified Sean Longstaff as one of their primary midfield targets. United have parted ways with Marouane Fellaini and Ander…
Manchester United have made an initial approach to sign Moussa Dembele. Since joining Lyon from Scottish outfit Celtic last summer, Dembele has scored 23 goals in all competitions, and his impressive antics have attracted interest from all across Europe. A host of Premier League clubs are keeping an eye out for the striker, but Manchester…
The transfer window has had a proven penchant for being cruel with deals falling apart at the eleventh hour, sagas collapsing after months of hype, and fax machines bringing down what could have been a marquee signing. However, at the heart of all this drama is speculation that is in turn fueled by the realms…
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has indicated that the club must undergo an overhaul in order to taste success from next season onwards. In view of that, reports had suggested that the Norwegian gaffer has demanded that the club sells the likes of Matteo Darmian, Juan Mata, Marcos Rojo, and Romelu Lukaku in the summer. Those sales…
Over the years, Ajax have made quite a reputation for themselves as a team that is able to develop and lead brilliant talents to the zenith of European greatness. This season, the Dutch team, riddled with their youthful presence almost made it to the finals of the UEFA Champions League, defying expectations and eliminating favorites…
The enormity of the task at hand for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and company is perhaps unprecedented. The upcoming transfer window has to achieve a squad overhaul, a philosophy rebuild, as well as garner a mentality through which the Red Devils will be able to challenge for silverware yet again. In view of how their campaign…
Luck seems to be evading Manchester United in all realms of possibility. The English giants have to work tremendously hard in the summer transfer window in order to remain a top-flight side that still challenges for silverware. In order to successfully do that, however, they must clear the deadwood currently plaguing their roster as well…
Manchester United have to start employing desperate measures in order to land players this summer. The transfer window will be harder than usual for the English side this time around as they lack the allure of Champions League football while Ed Woodward may be hesitant to splash big. United are expected to make four to…
Manchester United are planning on forming a three-man transfer committee. The Red Devils’ current squad is made up of players that have been assembled by three different managers. Moreover, the club continues to face issues with respect to offloading a few unwanted players, due to a sheer lack of interested suitors. To ensure these problems…
Crystal Palace have upped their evaluation of Aaron Wan-Bissaka. With Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looking to recruit a new first-choice right-back, Manchester United have identified Wan-Bissaka as their primary target to fill the position. In fact, earlier reports suggested that the Red Devils were prepared to make their move, and submit an opening bid worth £25…
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is a man with a mission going into the summer transfer window. Manchester United appear to have clearly identified the flaws in their roster and are already trying to attain the targets that will amend those woes. However, the absence of Champions League football for next season and a series of poor…
A host of factors was responsible for Manchester United missing out on Champions League football for next season. Complacency on part of the senior players and a failure to capitalize on the shortcomings of London clubs Arsenal, Chelsea, and Tottenham are amongst them, but a simple glance may point to bigger repercussions for one player…
Inter Milan are interested in signing Romelu Lukaku and Victor Moses this summer. According to multiple reports, Antonio Conte will replace Luciano Spalletti at Inter for the 2019-20 season. The former Juventus man, who won three consecutive Serie A titles while managing the Old Lady, will now be tasked with ending their dominance in Italy.…
Manchester United are ready to launch an opening bid for Aaron Wan-Bissaka. Recruiting a right-back is believed to be one of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s topmost priorities this summer, especially since the departure of Antonio Valencia on a free transfer. While Jose Mourinho signed Diogo Dalot to fill the right-back spot for the long term, Solskjaer…
Manchester United are finally ready to begin their summer spending. Multiple sources have already hinted at the Red Devils’ interest in signing Swansea City starlet Daniel James. Now, according to the Telegraph, the Mancunians have opened talks with the Welsh outfit over a £15m deal for the 21-year-old. Swansea are said to be happy with…
Manchester United are in a dire position this transfer window. While Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and company are looking to make world-class additions to their squad, the deals they have in mind don’t look to be going smoothly. At the moment, Swansea City’s Daniel James appears to be the most likely arrival but he isn’t of…
Man Utd are prepared to offer Isco an escape route. The Spanish international failed to establish himself as a guaranteed starter under any of the three managers at Real Madrid this season. He managed to start just 11 La Liga matches throughout the campaign, although he did receive more game-time since Zinedine Zidane’s return to…
Squad-building is a tricky affair as of recent. While the transfer market does provide ample opportunity for investing in budding players, there is always the threat of spending money where it is best not to. Such rash moves often result in regret down the line and Manchester United as a club have had their fair…
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is pondering over making Paul Pogba the next Manchester United captain. Following Antonio Valencia’s departure from Old Trafford, the Red Devils now need to appoint a new permanent captain of the squad. Ashley Young was initially expected to take over the captaincy duty on a full-time basis. But with Solskjaer looking to…
Cristiano Ronaldo wants Jose Mourinho to become the next Juventus manager. Last week, the Old Lady outfit confirmed that Massimiliano Allegri will be departing from the club at the end of the season. A host of managers have since been linked with the newly-crowned Serie A champions, including the likes of Antonio Conte, Mauricio Pochettino,…
Sir Alex Ferguson was always conservative when it came to spending in the transfer market. While this may have meant that Manchester United missed out on the likes of Sergio Aguero and David Silva down the line, it never hurt their prospects in the long term. Ever since the gaffer retired, however, there has been…
Manchester United have been working really hard to tidy things up this transfer window. The manner in which they ended their campaign has left warning bells ringing all across Old Trafford with the Red Devils failing to perform like a top English club ought to. While all of the other teams in the top six…
Manchester United are in for what is arguably their most important transfer window in the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era. In order for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to fully succeed at Old Trafford, it is paramount that the right set of players are purchased and nurtured. However, their lack of Champions League football coupled with the decline…
While much has been said about Manchester United’s defensive woes, the proverbial need of the hour being a centre-back and capable full-backs, their other shortcomings are often sidelined. The club is lacking in midfield competence and also lack credible threat in their right-wing and central attacking spots. That is not to say that their left-wing…
Manchester United are slowly trying to establish how to best shape for the upcoming season. Their poor record over the past few seasons and the lack of Champions League football going into the next campaign greatly limits their prospects for top names. Despite that, the club is believed to be adamant to attain their required…
Paul Pogba will have to hand in a transfer request to force his way to Real Madrid. The Manchester United talisman appears to have made his desire to join Zinedine Zidane at the Spanish capital club quite clear to the top officials at Old Trafford. Red Devils’ boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, who initially intended to…
Toni Kroos is ready to fight Paul Pogba for a starting spot at Real Madrid. With a squad overhaul imminent this summer, Zinedine Zidane is expected to bring in several reinforcements, and Paul Pogba is said to be high up his transfer wishlist. The talismanic midfielder, whose performances under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer deteriorated as Manchester…
Napoli have rejected Manchester United’s bid for Kalidou Koulibaly. The Napoli superstar has been sensational once again this season, so much so, that he was handed the best defender in the Serie A 2018/19 award. The award win was apparently followed by a humongous offer from Manchester United, who continue to pursue Koulibaly in order…
Real Madrid are considering letting Gareth Bale leave on a free transfer. The Welshman’s time at the Spanish capital club appears to be up, especially after the difficult season the Galacticos endured this term. Bale continues to remain unappreciated at the Bernabeu, with some of Los Blancos’ supporters even targeting him with boos and jeers…
Manchester United are in desperate need to sign some midfield reinforcements ahead of the new season. Ander Herrera has already parted ways with the club on a free transfer, and Paul Pogba is expected to complete a big-money move to Real Madrid as well. The Red Devils currently face a shortage of players in the…
Manchester United plan to “win the race” to sign Joao Felix. The young starlet enjoyed his breakthrough campaign at Benfica this season, as he scored 19 goals and bagged eight assists in 37 appearances for the Portuguese outfit. His performances have attracted a host of European powerhouses, and a bidding war for his services seems…
Manchester United are expected to spend big in the summer to overhaul their squad. Their challenge is dual as players will have to both exit as well as be attracted to Old Trafford, the latter of which may be a massive challenge. Heading into next season without Champions League football is a task that United…
Manchester United are falling behind in the race to sign Tanguy Ndombele due to the uncertainty surrounding Paul Pogba’s future. The Lyon midfielder has attracted enormous interest from all across Europe, with the likes of Juventus, Manchester City, Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, and Paris Saint-Germain said to be interested in his services. PSG seem to…
Manchester United tried desperately to replace Cristiano Ronaldo after he was sold to Real Madrid. However, a litter of no.7s graced Old Trafford, each seemingly worse off than his predecessor and disappointment always followed suit. Be it the disgruntled single season of Angel Di Maria or the ongoing masterclass in disappointment that Alexis Sanchez’s tenure…
Manchester United are struggling even before their season has begun. The transfer window looks to be a daunting prospect as most of the club’s first choice targets are either too expensive, unavailable, or simply not interested in moving to Old Trafford and playing in the Europa League from next season. However, that last factor may…
Amongst Manchester United’s general falls from grace over the course of the past two months, what has continued to surprise the most is how poorly David De Gea has been performing in front of the club’s goal. This season saw the Spaniard concede an embarrassing 54 goals in the Premier League, a figure that isn’t…