Jaap Stam has offered his services to former club Manchester United. The Premier League giants are in midst of a search for a new manager, with Erik ten Hag the preferred candidate. Although the Ajax manager is yet to give his nod to succeed Ralf Rangnick at the end of the season, a number of…
Harry Maguire can’t seem to catch a break. The Englishman, irrespective of his performance for the entirety of the 90 minutes, has found himself directly or indirectly involved in multiple opposition goals this season. In Manchester United’s 1-0 away defeat against Everton, Anthony Gordon’s match-winning goal came after the youngster’s shot took a deflection off…
Man United have decided on Erik ten Hag to be their new permanent manager, but are yet to reach an agreement with the Dutchman. The club’s hierarchy are working on finalising Ten Hag’s appointment after the 52-year-old passed a series of interviews with flying colours. Ajax will not stand in Ten Hag’s way and the…
Manchester United are close to finalising the appointment of Erik ten Hag as their new manager, after deciding the Ajax boss is more suited to the role than Paris Saint-Germain’s Mauricio Pochettino. The Red Devils are now working on ironing out the final details with Ajax and Ten Hag in the next few days. Once…
Cristiano Ronaldo’s return to Manchester United was celebrated by many of his former teammates before the start of the season. However, the Portuguese icon has failed to live up to the hype. United have massively underachieved this campaign, while Ronaldo has seen a significant dip in his goal-scoring tally. During his appearance on Sky Sports’…
Erik ten Hag is the chosen one. Man United have picked their new manager, and are close to finalising the Dutchman’s appointment. Mauricio Pochettino was the club’s first-choice to steer the ship after they sacked Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in November. However, PSG’s firm stance of not allowing their manager to leave mid-season led to United…
Manchester United are closing in on appointing Erik Ten Hag as their new permanent manager. The Red Devils have struck upon their new managerial figure after a lengthy process. Ten Hag had been on a four-man shortlist alongside Mauricio Pochettino, Luis Enrique, and Julen Lopetegui. The Spanish duo were ruled out of the race in…
Ralf Rangnick downplayed his involvement in the process of finding Manchester United’s next manager before the Leicester City clash. The former Red Bull mastermind was brought to Old Trafford with the idea of helping the club both on and off the pitch following Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s mid-season sacking. Things haven’t gone as per the plans with…
Erik ten Hag’s lack of Premier League experience could see Man United offer Steve McClaren an assistant role for the second time. The 52-year-old is firmly in the driving seat to take over the helm at Old Trafford. United are believed to be impressed by his philosophy and ability to get the best out of…
Erik ten Hag’s interview with Manchester United during the international break has put him in pole position to take charge of the Red Devils, but the Premier League giants are refusing to rule other candidates out of the race. According to The Athletic, United sources stress there’s not yet a ‘frontrunner’, but the club have…
Erik ten Hag is getting closer to leaving Ajax for Manchester United, and wants Jurrien Timber to follow his footsteps. The Ajax boss has emerged as the clear favourite to lead the Red Devils next season following positive talks held with United during the international break. A final decision will be made after the Premier…
Harry Maguire received a warm reception from fans ahead of Manchester United’s clash against Leicester City. The Red Devils didn’t keep a clean sheet in their stalemate against the Foxes, but Maguire had a positive outing on Saturday afternoon. He was booed by fans at Wembley in England’s friendly against Ivory Coast, but as Ralf…
Erik ten Hag refused to give away too much when questioned about his future after a reported interview with Manchester United. The Ajax boss has emerged as the leading man to take charge at Old Trafford. He has held official talks with United following Ajax’s permission, and it is understood the interview was positive. The…
Manchester United’s thorough process to identify their next manager is well under way, with the club expected to carry out a second and final round of interviews. The Red Devils have followed up their interview with Ajax manager Erik ten Hag by speaking to Mauricio Pochettino and at least one other candidate who is not…
Erik ten Hag to Manchester United is gathering momentum, with the Premier League outfit thought to be making significant progress in their process to appoint a new manager. United formally interviewed the Ajax manager last Monday to understand his vision for the Red Devils. They are impressed by the way Ten Hag has rebuilt his…
Bruno Fernandes was at his goal scoring best in Portugal’s 2-0 win over North Macedonia. Portugal’s place in the 2022 World Cup is confirmed thanks to Fernandes, who got himself a brace in the Path C play-off final on Tuesday. For the opening goal, he calmly placed Cristiano Ronaldo’s nutmeg pass beyond the reach of…
Louis van Gaal has urged Erik ten Hag to steer clear of Manchester United. The current Netherlands boss had an eventful two-year spell in England, where he guided the Red Devils to the FA Cup glory in 2016. However, the failure to properly instill his philosophy resulted in him being relieved of his duties immediately…
Wayne Rooney has put forward his desire to manage Manchester United one day. The Derby County gaffer’s battle to keep his side in the Championship in a season of turmoil has been phenomenal. His work at Pride Park also impressed Everton, who offered Rooney the job interview before they appointed Frank Lampard. He declined the…
United Close To Agreeing Deal With Midfielder – Announcement Could Be Made After International Break
Bruno Fernandes is on the cusp of extending his contract at Manchester United. The Portuguese is being rewarded with a new deal that would more than double his current salary. A new five-year contract will see him earn around £240,000 a week. United made a breakthrough in negotiations with Fernandes’ representatives last week, and an…
Anthony Elanga’s emergence has been one of the few positives in an otherwise underwhelming season for Manchester United. The Red Devils’ reliance on Marcus Rashford has lessened under Ralf Rangnick, with Elanga now a more regular fixture at Old Trafford. His recent performances, including a goal against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League, have led…
Erik ten Hag is Manchester United’s preferred option to take charge at Old Trafford and his ‘agreement’ with Ajax has made him more attainable than Mauricio Pochettino. The Premier League giants, well into their process to appoint the new permanent manager, are keen on making a final decision before the end of the season. According…
Lionel Messi was left off Argentina’s World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Colombia in January in order to return to full fitness at Paris Saint-Germain. The 34-year-old, expectedly, is now back in the national team. However, Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni has made an unforeseen inclusion for his side’s World Cup qualifiers in March. Alejandro Garnacho has…
Man United prefer to appoint Thomas Tuchel as their permanent manager ahead of Mauricio Pochettino and Erik ten Hag. Pochettino and Ten Hag were understood to be the leading contenders for the Old Trafford job until last week. However, the uncertainty at Stamford Bridge following the sanctions placed on Chelsea has brought Tuchel into the…
Man Utd want to ‘get rid’ of Dean Henderson in the summer and will look to sign Sam Johnstone on a free transfer four years after releasing the goalkeeper. Henderson has had an underwhelming 2021-22 campaign, having lost his No 1 spot to David de Gea. He came very close to getting his first Premier League…
Life came at Cristian Romero fast during Tottenham Hotspur’s 3-2 defeat at hands of Manchester United on Saturday. The Spurs defender was spotted laughing in Harry Maguire’s face after the United captain’s own-goal levelled the scores at 2-2 in the 72nd minute. Maguire tried to win Sergio Reguilon’s cross ahead of Romero in front of…
Cristiano Ronaldo’s hat-trick secured all three points for Manchester United against Tottenham Hotspur. Ronaldo came under criticism for his trip to Portugal without Ralf Rangnick’s knowledge after he was not included in his side’s derby defeat due to a problem with his hip flexor. But it seems the much talked about trip did wonders for…
Paul Pogba played a big part in Manchester United’s FA Youth Cup triumph more than a decade ago, and it appears the Red Devils have found another midfield jewel with potential to repeat the Frenchman’s success, starting with ending the club’s long wait for the prestigious youth trophy. A Charlie McNeill brace and Alejandro Garnacho’s…
Roman Abramovich’s sanctions have pushed Chelsea’s future in limbo less than a month after they won the Club World Cup. The Premier League outfit are subject to a transfer ban and have been blocked from negotiating new contracts with current players while Abramovich owns the club. The sale of Chelsea has also been put on…
Robert Lewandowski is ageing like fine wine. The goals aren’t drying up for the Bayern Munich talisman, and neither is the interest of Europe’s biggest clubs. Man United are reportedly monitoring Lewandowski with his contract expiring in June 2023. As per BILD (via SportWitness), United have registered their interest in the 33-year-old striker, and ‘would…
Manchester United were overshadowed in all departments by their neighbours in a 4-1 Manchester derby thrashing. Ralf Rangnick’s decision to be more aggressive at the Etihad played into Pep Guardiola’s hands, as the hosts exploited the space behind United’s midfield to create tons of chances. The idea to go toe-to-toe with Manchester City despite the…
Marcus Rashford is considering his future amid lack of game time at Manchester United. The Englishman wasn’t started by Ralf Rangnick in United’s 4-1 defeat in the Manchester derby despite the absence of both Cristiano Ronaldo and Edinson Cavani. Ahead of the derby, Rangnick said the 24-year-old has got everything for a ‘modern striker’, but…
Manchester United players were no more than spectators in the Manchester derby at the Etihad, as they helplessly watched Pep Guardiola’s men paint the city blue. The Red Devils only managed to remain competitive in the game until the half hour mark, thanks to an equaliser from former City youngster Jadon Sancho. But as soon…
Manchester United have reached an agreement to sign Toby Collyer from Brighton and Hove Albion. The highly rated midfielder, who has captained England at youth level, will move to United’s youth team, as per The Secret Scout (via Fabrizio Romano). Collyer has not made any senior appearance for Brighton, and has only featured once in…
Ralf Rangnick has confirmed that Edinson Cavani is available for the Manchester derby on Sunday. The German tactician will be able to rest Cristiano Ronaldo, who has looked tired after starting all of United’s seven games in February. However, with no mid-week fixture ahead of the Manchester Derby, the Portuguese could yet be started in…
Kylian Mbappe is having his best season in a PSG shirt this season, overshadowing his new teammate Lionel Messi. While he finds himself in the middle of a tug-of-war between the French giants and Real Madrid, his former teammate is quietly bettering his numbers in Germany, and is starting to attract attention in his own…
Erik ten Hag is allegedly very keen on becoming the Manchester United manager ahead of the next season. The Dutch tactician, alongside Mauricio Pochettino, is a leading candidate for the role. And it seems he’s making an extra effort to leave himself in good stead for a managerial position in England. The 52-year-old has taken…
Carlo Ancelotti has emerged as a surprise candidate to take the helm at Old Trafford. Manchester United intend to make a long-term appointment ahead of the next season, with Mauricio Pochettino and Erik ten Hag on shortlist. However, the Premier League giants are also exploring contingency plans. New United chief executive Richard Arnold has sought…
Ralf Rangnick’s patience is wearing thin with Cristiano Ronaldo who drew yet another blank at Old Trafford, as Manchester United played out a goalless draw against Watford on Saturday. The Portuguese superstar has only scored once in 2022, and his movement has not created enough openings for his teammates to find goals either. According to…
Manchester United draw another blank at home as relegation strugglers Watford manage to remain unbeaten against the Red Devils in the Premier League this season. Ralf Rangnick was yet again left disappointed with the finishing of his forwards, who couldn’t put the ball past goalkeeper Ben Foster despite having 22 shots on Sunday afternoon. Cristiano…
Ralf Rangnick’s plan to deploy Victor Lindelof as a right-back to help Manchester United “with aerial duels” against Atletico Madrid was “in the dustbin” after Joao Felix’s goal in the 7th minute. United struggled with progression on the right due to the absence of a natural right-back. As a result, Bruno Fernandes was forced to…
Anthony Elanga rescued a draw for Man United with a late goal against Atletico Madrid in their first leg of the Champions League round of 16. Diego Simeone’s men were all over the visitors until the final quarter of the match, forcing Ralf Rangnick to look at his bench to find some inspiration. In the…
Manchester United equalised late in the game through Anthony Elanga to leave all to play for in the second leg against Atletico Madrid. Ralf Rangnick’s side weren’t at it in the opening minutes, as they lost possession of the ball multiple times around their penalty area, leading to Joao Felix putting the home side ahead…
Jadon Sancho was unfazed by a hostile atmosphere and a waterlogged pitch at Elland Road, as he helped Manchester United seal another big win against their old schools rivals. The 21-year-old, after his early struggles at United, has become a regular fixture in the starting XI in the recent weeks. The Leeds outing was his…
Anthony Elanga was hit by an object during celebrations following Fred’s goal against Leeds United. Fred, who was brought off the bench alongside Anthony Elanga to restore Manchester United’s lead, did exactly that, lashing the ball past Leeds goalkeeper Illan Meslier. The Brazilian ran towards United fans in the corner to celebrate the goal with…
Manchester United came out on top in a proper old school game at Elland Road. After dominating the opening 45 minutes, United lost their heads and let a two-goal lead slip in 24 seconds through Rodrigo and Raphinha in the second half. But changes from Ralf Rangnick helped the visitors get their act together, and…
Manchester United got the job done in a chaotic clash against their fierce rivals Leeds United. The Red Devils’ first half performance led many to believe it was going to be a rare comfortable win under Ralf Rangnick. But that was not the case in a hostile Leeds atmosphere. Marcelo Bielsa’s men scored two goals…
Manchester United welcomed Cristiano Ronaldo back to the club with a hope to repeat the success he enjoyed during his first spell in England. Fast forward to February 2022, the Red Devils are fighting for a top four place, while the Portuguese icon is enduring one of his worst seasons in over a decade. The…
Manchester United climb back into the top four with a 2-0 win over ten-man Brighton and Hove Albion. Brighton started the game as if they were the home side, dictating the opening 45 minutes, while United sat back to absorb the pressure. After the break, the Red Devils took control of the affairs, with Cristiano…
Richard Arnold took over the reins at Manchester United from Ed Woodward on February 1, and has now made his first appointment as the club’s chief executive. Arnold has appointed Rick McGagh, currently a member of the club’s Fans’ Forum, as United’s head of fan engagement – a role introduced for the first time at…
Edinson Cavani’s final season at Manchester United isn’t going the way he would’ve imagined when extending his contract for an additional year after establishing himself as an Old Trafford favourite following his arrival from Paris Saint-Germain. The Uruguayan forward has had persistent injury issues, missing 16 out of 33 games United have played across all…
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Manchester United is a football club based in Old Trafford, Greater Manchester, England. It was founded in the year 1878 as Newton Heath LYR Football Club, and got officially renamed to Manchester United in 1902. The club is not only one of the biggest in the world, but also one of the most widely followed ones.
Manchester United competes in the Premier League – a competition the Red Devils have managed to win a record 20 times. The club has also won numerous other major titles, such as 12 FA Cups, 5 Football League Cups, 21 FA Community Shields (record), 3 UEFA Champions Leagues, 1 European Cup Winners’ Cup, 1 European Super Cup, 1 Intercontinental Cup, 1 FIFA Club World Cup, and 1 UEFA Europa League amongst other accolades.
The Old Trafford club has always been home to some of the biggest names in world football. Legends like Sir Bobby Charlton, Dennis Law, George Best, Eric Cantona, Peter Schmeichel, Roy Keane, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes, David Beckham, Wayne Rooney and Cristiano Ronaldo, amongst numerous others, are a part of Manchester United’s decorated history. The club is also home to some world-class players at present, with David De Gea, Juan Mata, Bruno Fernandes, Marcus Rashford, Anthony Martial, Paul Pogba, etc. being regular names on their team sheet.
The team’s home colours are red and white. The club crest consists of the words “Manchester United,” along with a ship in full sail, which is derived from the Manchester City Council coat of arms. The devil below it stems from the team’s nickname “The Red Devils”. United play at the Old Trafford stadium, which is also nicknamed as the Theatre of Dreams.
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