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United warned how to handle Solskjaer’s case

Manchester United have been told to take the how to handle the appointment of interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as a permanent boss at the Old Trafford if he would be considered. The former Man United forward was appointed as an interim boss after the former manager Jose Mourinho was sacked last year December but here have been calls from fans, pundits and former players to the club management to land give Ole Gunnar Solskjaer the benefit of doubt. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has so far taken charge of 12 games and has seen just a defeat in the … [Read more...]

Zidane to hurt Real Madrid with latest decision

There is no doubt that Spanish La Liga outfit Real Madrid will be hurt with the latest development coming from their former manager and player Zinedine Zidane. Zinedine Zidane has had a sweet relationship with the Spanish side as a player and a manager having delivered two Champions League titles to the club of recent and the previous when he was a player. But his latest decision could hurt the club following claims that he is now ready to take up the job at the West London outfit Chelsea but on the condition that the Blues will no longer … [Read more...]

How Chelsea will help Sanchez’s United career

Chile international forward Alexis Sanchez has not been the same player he was since joining Manchester United last year January. Alexis Sanchez dumped the North London outfit Arsenal to be with the Red Devils in a swap deal that ensured Henrikh Mkhitaryan move in the opposite direction in the winter window of last year and has not made any mark. It was earlier believed that the former Barcelona and Arsenal player was affected by the defensive pattern under former manager Jose Mourinho but with his sack since last year December Alexis Sanchez … [Read more...]

Mohammad bin Salman officially speaks on United takeover bid

It was reported hours ago that Saudi Arabia Crown Prince Mohammad bin Salman is offering a whopping £3.8 billion to the Glazers family to have him take over as Man United owner. The reports claim that the English Premier League outfit chiefs are mostly seen around Saudi Arabia more often than before to him that there take over process is ongoing. It was also reported that the Crown Prince does not mind if the Red Devils qualify for the Champions League next season or not as they are only desperate to own the club. Why Arsenal are making … [Read more...]

What FA Cup result against Chelsea will mean for United, Solskjaer

There are suggestions that a number of things and decisions are bothered around the fifth round of the FA Cup clash between Chelsea and Man United later on Monday. For Manchester United who are considering the interim manager Ole Gunnar Solsjaer for the job on a permanent deal, they could have their mind changed if he fails to deliver a win against the West London outfit. Smalling reveals United’s thoughts ahead of PSG clash Ole Gunnar Solskjaer got the support of the fans, pundits and former players after helping the Red Devils to return … [Read more...]

How United made a big mistake with Mauricio Pochettino

There is no doubt that the search for a new manager for Manchester United is still underway despite having a performer Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as the interim manager with just a defeat in 1 2 games across all competitions. The Red Devils had parted ways with the former Portuguese manager Jose Mourinho and made it clear that they were in for a new and experienced manager for the coming season. A number of names including Tottenham’s Mauricio Pochettino has been linked with the club including former Real Madrid manager Zinedine Zidane and former … [Read more...]

Arsenal, United reignite rivalry over £20m-rated striker

Two English Premier League sides Arsenal and Man United are set to reignite their rivalry over Birmingham City Che Adams ahead of the summer winter transfer window. Che Adams has been on the radar of both sides after an impressive goalscoring run which helped advertise him to the two sides. There is no doubt that the North London outfit are keen to land a new striker in the coming summer window as they have failed to get the best out of Alexandre Lacazette and Pierre Emerick Aubameyang as both stars have not been consistent in their delivery … [Read more...]

After defeat United to £100m-rated target

It is reported that Man United have now renewed their interest in Wolves star Ruben Neves and will make another move for him in the coming summer window. Ruben Neves was on the radar of a number of sides including the Red Devils in the last winter transfer window but they decided to withdraw from the race for reasons that were not known to the public. Wolves had earlier tabled an asking price of about £100 million for Ruben Neves which the Red Devils were not willing to pay but from all indications, there will be an agreement between both … [Read more...]

United paying attention to midfield in summer window

English Premier League outfit Man United are known to be keen on strengthening the defense in the coming summer window bit latest report claims they will also pay attention to their midfield. Belgium international Marouane Fellaini is set to quit the club while the other option Fred has been having life difficult at the Old Trafford which makes it necessary for the Red Devils to move all out in the coming summer window as they hope to compete next season. Although, no particular name has been mentioned but it is claimed that there is already … [Read more...]

Former Ferguson assistant gives United this strict instruction

Manchester United have been told by former assistant manager Rene Meulensteen under legendary boss Alex Ferguson that there is a need to immediately replace Nemanja Matic in the club’s middle. The Red Devils are currently struggling with quality performance and it has been agreed that former Juventus man Paul Pogba has not had the best because he has not gotten the right player to play with at the club. Nemanja Matic who joined the Old Trafford from West London outfit Chelsea in 2017 is described as being slow and lacks the mobility to … [Read more...]

Man United up for sale?

A bid to have Manchester United sold to Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has been submitted to Glazers. According to reports, the Red Devils owners have received a whopping £3.8 billion to hand over the club which is believed to be tempting ahead of next season. The Saudi family who are known to be worth about £850 billion are desperate to take over Man United having made several attempts in the past According to the Sun, the rumours broke out following the movements of United chiefs in and around Saudi as they have spent much time in … [Read more...]

Man United target to be Juventus ‘Pogba’

English Premier League outfit Manchester United will no longer have the signature of French Ligue 1 outfit Lyon star Tanguy Ndombele as it is claimed that he might be heading to the Italian Serie A outfit Juventus in the coming summer window. The hint was given by Lyon manager Bruno Genesio who stated that Tanguy Ndombele could be heading to Juventus to replace Paul Pogba who is currently at the Old Trafford. The 22-year-old has been impressive so far this season which makes him attract a number of interest from top European sides. … [Read more...]

Just In: Alex Ferguson returns to United dugout

It has been reported that legendary manager Alex Ferguson will return to Manchester United dugout for the first time since he retired in 2013 for a Charity game to mark the 20th anniversary of the club’s Treble win. Alex Ferguson is expected to lead a side that consist of United legends to face the Bayern Munich legends that were defeated by the Red Devils in 1999 Champions League. The game which will take place on May 26, exactly 20 years to the night the Red Devils will be made to raise funds for Manchester United Foundation. Sanchez’s … [Read more...]

Why Arsenal, United January business is bad

Arsenal have had reasons not to remember the business deals they had with Manchester United in the last winter transfer window because of the lack of benefits it turned out to be. The two sides had a swap deal with saw Alexis Sanchez move to the Old Trafford while Henrikh Mkhitaryan left United to join the North London outfit. However, the deal has turned out to be a loss for the two sides as they have both not given their best at the clubs. How Arsenal chiefs are reacting to Sanchez situation at United The Chile international used to … [Read more...]

Real Madrid out to snap up £65m United star

It has been reported that Spanish La Liga outfit Real Madrid are keen to secure the signature of England international Marcus Rashford from Manchester United. Marcus Rashford has been impressive for the Red Devils so far this season as he has been able to rediscover his good form under the new interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. His performance has therefore caught the attention of a number of sides with the Los Blancos insisting that they want the star player to compliment the great form of the team at the moment. Liverpool To … [Read more...]

How Martial, Lingard injury could affect Solskjaer

Manchester United interim boss Ole Gunnar Solskajer is in line to land the job as the Red Devils boss on a permanent deal but that is now being threatened at the moment. Ole Gunnar Solskajer took over from Portuguese boss Jose Mourinho last year December and has since changed the story to winning all except one of the games he has handled. This has made the fans and pundits to consider him for the job on a permanent basis. With the former player expected to prove himself once again, he is being threatened by the injuries of Jesse Lingard and … [Read more...]

United tipped to sign “next Xavi”

United tipped to land “next Xavi” English Premier League outfit Man United have been tipped to land French Ligue 1 outfit PSG star Marco Verratti who has been tipped to be the next Xavi. A former Man United forward Dimitar Berbatov has hailed Marco Veratto after he was impressed watching him in the Champions League clash last weekend. Marco Verratti operated at the centre of the midfield alongside Marqinhos which was enough to frustrate the United’s attack and stop their movements. No doubt they smiled home with a 2-0 victory. The … [Read more...]

Kalidou Koulibaly replies Man United interest

Italian Serie A outfit Napoli central defender Kalidou Koulibaly has expressed delight that he is being wanted by big clubs as Man United after learning of the interest in him. The Red Devils have been following the star player for some months with former manager Jose Mourinho making moves by asking the club of Kalidou Koulibaly’s availability before he was sacked. There is no doubt that the Red Devils have now admitted that the former manager was right on his cry for a solid defender which is the reason why they have placed that position as … [Read more...]

How United plan to offload Romelu Lukaku

There are feelers that interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is making moves to have Belgium international Romelu Lukaku leave the club in the coming summer window. Romelu Lukaku is one of the few players that have failed to impress under the new interim manager and that seem to be getting him upset with speculations that they will not work together in the coming season, should Ole Gunnar Solskjaer remain in charge. Latest report hints that the Red Devils are interested in a swap deal to have Romelu Lukaku join Italian Serie A outfit Inter … [Read more...]

How Ed Woodward plans to transform United into champions

It is understood that Manchester United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward is bent on transforming the Red Devils into champions by overhauling the squad, starting from the summer transfer window. The intention is to ensure that the club stops being a struggling team to becoming champions by winning league titles, something that was last experienced under legendary boss Alex Ferguson. It is understood that the first process begins with appointing a new permanent manager following the sack of Jose Mourinho last year December. Although, Ed … [Read more...]

What United’s FA Cup visit means to Chelsea

Manchester United will visit the Stamford Bridge to face Chelsea in the FA Cup tie, an attempt to return to winning ways on Monday next week after their defeat to French Ligue 1 outfit Paris Saint Germain within the week. However, the visit is of big concern for to the West London side with assistant coach Gianfranco Zola claiming that the game will mark the beginning of a crucial run for his side. Noting that United will be a big challenge for the Blues, Gianfranco Zola stated that his side will be focused on winning the game. … [Read more...]

Sanchez’s possible destination will shock Arsenal fans

There are suggestions that Chile international Alexis Sanchez will be heading out of the Old Trafford as his move to Manchester United has not yielded any result. The former Barcelona playmaker left the North London outfit to the Red Devils in last year to earn about £400,000 but is it now suggested that he took a bad decision and might be set to return back in the summer window. Alexis Sanchez failed to excel under former manager Jose Mourinho and he is yet to impress under the new interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer which cast doubt over … [Read more...]

Man United speaks on agreeing to new David De Gea deal

One of Manchester United’s issues is to agree on a new deal with Spanish goalkeeper David De Gea so as to seal his stay at the club for a longer period of time. David De Gea, who joined the Red Devils in 2011 from Atletico Madrid, has refused to sign a new deal with the club especially when he fell out with the former manager Jose Mourinho before his sack. Efforts to convince the Spanish stopper to put pen to paper failed until he was forced into a 12 months extension as permitted by a clause in his contract to keep him for another one … [Read more...]

United fans will like this, the criteria lined up for new summer signings

Manchester United were passive in the last winter transfer window with no deals at all but there are indications that the club will be busy in the coming summer window. The hint has already been given by interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer after the PSG defeat when he stated that the club have learnt a lot from the Ligue 1 outfit and they will go all out to recruit players that will take them to the next level. However, United’s executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward is believed to be at the centre of the entire transfer dealings of the club and … [Read more...]

Where does Lukaku stand at United? What he did is surprising

The actions of Belgium international Romelu Lukaku on and off the field have been a thing of concern to both Manchester United supporters and pundits. Romelu Lukaku is one of the players who can be pointed to as not improving under the new manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer following the sack of manager Jose Mourinho. And it is not news that the Belgium forward is a big fan of the former Chelsea boss and was arguably the only player in the team that had a good relationship with Jose Mourinho with claims that he was unhappy when Ole Gunnar Solskjaer … [Read more...]