John Obi Mikel has described Manchester United’s £35million signing of Youri Tielemans as a “steal” and named the Belgian as his standout midfield transfer of the summer. United moved quickly to sign Tielemans from Aston Villa in July, activating the release clause in his contract before handing him a five-year deal at Old Trafford. The […]
Manchester United have scouted Atalanta defender Giorgio Scalvini as Michael Carrick’s recruitment plans begin to move towards strengthening the defence. The Italy international has admirers inside Old Trafford after United’s recruitment team assessed him ahead of a potential move. The Telegraph’s James Ducker reports that Scalvini has been watched by United and is among the […]
Carlos Baleba has suffered an ankle ligament injury in pre-season, providing Manchester United with a fresh concern should they consider reviving their long-standing interest in the Brighton midfielder. The 22-year-old is now considered doubtful for the start of the new Premier League season after sustaining the problem during Brighton’s preparations. According to a report relaying […]
Manchester United have confirmed Gabby George has completed a permanent move to Brighton & Hove Albion, bringing her three-year spell at the club to an end. George’s departure had been expected after Brighton agreed a deal for the versatile defender earlier this week. ReadManUtd reported on Wednesday that Brighton were closing in on George, with […]
Eva Olid has only just arrived at Manchester United Women, but her appointment points towards a clear shift in how the club want to build their team. Youth development, technical coaching and a more recognisable football identity appear central to the plan. United confirmed Olid as Marc Skinner’s successor on Wednesday, handing the 40-year-old a […]
Manchester United will receive significant financial protection while Manuel Ugarte recovers from his serious knee injury, with FIFA covering the equivalent of around 80% of the midfielder’s £150,000-a-week salary. Ugarte suffered knee-ligament damage while playing for Uruguay at the World Cup and has since undergone surgery. His injury effectively ended any prospect of United selling […]
A Marcus Rashford return to Manchester United action could come against former manager Ruben Amorim, with the forward due back at Carrington following his post-World Cup break. Rashford is among the final group of United players expected to report for pre-season next week after Barcelona decided against turning his season-long loan into a permanent transfer. […]
Manchester United contracts agreed under the club’s previous wage structure are continuing to complicate their summer transfer business, despite major changes designed to prevent the same problem happening again. A fresh report from James Ducker in The Telegraph reveals that Champions League qualification previously triggered an automatic 25% salary increase for senior players. United changed […]
Manchester United’s pursuit of a left-back may eventually come down to a choice between long-term potential and an immediate solution. Lewis Hall remains the preferred target, but Newcastle United are determined to keep the England international. United are reportedly willing to pay as much as £60million, while Antonee Robinson remains on their radar as a […]
Joshua Zirkzee appears closer to leaving Manchester United, and his departure would leave Michael Carrick with another decision to make before the transfer window closes. Juventus are continuing talks with United and Zirkzee’s representatives over a return to Serie A. Gianluca Di Marzio reports that United have now opened the door to a loan, while […]
Manchester United’s pre-season moves up another level when Michael Carrick’s side face Paris Saint-Germain in Gothenburg on Saturday. United have already beaten Rosenborg and Atletico Madrid, but Man Utd vs PSG should reveal considerably more about Carrick’s plans for the new season. Bruno Fernandes and several other World Cup players have returned, while summer signings […]
Shea Lacey has done more than simply enjoy a promising Manchester United pre-season. The 19-year-old has started matches, scored and produced decisive moments against stronger opposition. His emergence now leaves Michael Carrick with a decision over whether regular first-team involvement would be more valuable than sending him elsewhere for senior football. Lacey’s latest performance strengthened […]
