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Jorginho reveals transfer talks with United, others

Chelsea midfielder Jorginho has revealed that he was on the verge of a switch to other Premier League sides before a deal with the West London side fell through. According to him, Manchester United and Liverpool came knocking for his signature in the last summer transfer window from Italian outfit Napoli but an agreement was not reached. The 26-year-old had an impressive spell with the Italian side which made a number of clubs from the English League call for his signature. Jorginho's Chelsea move is believed to be influenced by his desire … [Read more...]

How has it been for these former Southampton players

Four years ago, two of Southampton's regular defenders left the St Mary's stadium for a greener pasture, as it's often said, but things haven't been the same for these players. Luke Shaw featured as left-back while Nathaniel Clyne featured as a right-back for the Saints and both players were just too good and wonderful that many top clubs queued for their signatures in 2014. Southampton's tricks and plans to stop both players from leaving the St Mary's stadium were fruitless as they were so determined and obsessed with playing for top clubs in … [Read more...]

Man United Join Race To Sign 21-Year-Old Liverpool Target

Three-time European champions Manchester United have joined the list of clubs interested in highly rated French midfielder Tanguy Ndombele ahead of the upcoming transfer market billed for next month. Tanguy Ndombele plays his club football for French Ligue 1 giants Lyon at the moment. According to the publication from the popular English media portal Daily Mirror, the Red Devils are strongly interested in signing the 21-year-old. It was also revealed that Manchester United have moved to the front of the queue in the race to sign the … [Read more...]

Solari Targets United Star As Replacement For Chelsea Target

Real Madrid manager Santiago Solari is reportedly eyeing a free transfer move for Manchester United midfielder Juan Manuel Mata at the end of the season. This is according to the publication from El Gol Digital. It was further revealed that Solari sees Mata as a replacement for compatriot Isco. The Real Madrid midfielder could leave the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu in the New Year after falling out of favour with the aforementioned Santiago Solari. The Spaniard has been linked with a move away from Real Madrid. Premier League sides like … [Read more...]

Celebration in United’s camp as Mourinho is cleared to sign major summer target

Emerging reports state that Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho has been cleared to secure to the signature of Tottenham central defender Toby Alderweireld. The Sun report that the Portuguese boss will now have the boost of the player he wished to have signed last summer a meeting was held between Jose Mourinho, Toby Alderweireld’s agent Jorge Mendes and United executive vice-chairman, Ed Woodward, last week. The refusal of the executive vice-chairman to sanction the deal for Toby Alderweireld who was Mourinho’s top target in the summer … [Read more...]

United begin negotiation for 18-year-old promising star

English Premier League side Manchester United are reported to have started negotiation with Bristol City centre-forward Antonie Semenyo, according to reports coming from the English media. It is alleged that should an agreement be reached between both parties, the Red Devils will submit a bid for the player so as to have him join the Old Trafford in January when the winter transfer window reopens. The 18-year-old England international has been tipped to become a huge success at the Old Trafford as he would be given necessary attention by … [Read more...]

United eager to sign £40m-rated defender

Manchester United are reportedly keen to have the signature of German Bundesliga outfit Bayer Leverkusen central defender Jonathan Tah with the hope of having him join the Old Trafford in coming weeks when the winter transfer window is opened. There are fears that the Red Devils would lose Eric Bailly and Phil Jones who are both seeking to leave the club which makes it necessary for a new addition to strengthen the squad. The Red Devils have conceded a number of goals this season, within the short time frame and the manager Jose Mourinho has … [Read more...]

£90m-rated star could just leave United in January

There are fears that Manchester United could lose star player and Belgium forward Romelu Lukaku in the winter transfer window which opens in coming weeks. Romelu Lukaku has been under firing for the Red Devils and that seems to be getting him frustrated as he could not be seeing enough games as supposed. Although, he has been severally defended by manager Jose Mourinho following criticisms and bashing by club legends and pundits that Romelu Lukaku ought to deliver because of his body structure as well. 16 goals in 16 matches: See why … [Read more...]

Scott McTominay ahead of Pogba?

Manchester United manager José Mourinho was full of Pogba's praise when he beat Real Madrid and Barcelona to the player's signature in 2016. According to the Portuguese manager during the Frenchman's unveiling ceremony, Pogba is one of the best midfielders in the world and he will be an integral part of the team. Just as he said, Paul Pogba made his second debut for the Old Trafford outfits in a game he displayed his class and quality. The former Juventus man shown like a million stars in his first season at Old Trafford as he helped the … [Read more...]

Arsenal, Man United to battle for Hertha Berlin star

A number of English Premier League sides are set to battle for the signature of Hertha Berlin star Arne Maier as he has been attracted to them. The likes of Arsenal, Man United are believed to be leading in the race for the impressive midfielder with both teams already considering of making a bid for Arne Maier in January when the winter transfer window reopens. Arne Maier has got a number of games under his belt in the German Bundesliga and has so far impressed to have gained the attraction which makes a move possible in coming weeks. … [Read more...]

Could United’s Fred be planning an exit?

There are fears that Manchester United’s Fred could be muting a move away from the Old Trafford after he was caught up with agent Gilberto Silva who is also his agent. Suggestions are that the expectation of the player before joining the Red Devils has been caught short as he is not only disappointed in his decision but also unhappy. According to Daily Mail, Fred had a meeting with the Arsenal legend after he was left out of the starting XI in United’ s 4-1 win over Fulham at the weekend which he was unhappy about. Predicted Man Utd XI … [Read more...]

Diogo Dalot: The making of a quality right-back

Two years ago, Diogo Dalot wasn't known by any United fan, player or board member. The youngster was in Portugal making name for himself. The player's fame was steadily rising as he continued with his stellar performance for Porto's youth team. As result of his regular and wonderful showings at the right side of defence, the youngster was promoted to the Primera side. A step forward for the player in his young career. Porto's first-team As a young player who recently joined the senior squad, it wasn't a big disappointment to sit on the … [Read more...]

Major twist in Barcelona’s move for Paul Pogba

A new development has now emerged on the speculated interest of Spanish giants Barcelona in French midfielder Paul Pogba. This season has been a controversial one for the World Cup winner with his unconvincing performance as well as the rift he has with manager Jose Mourinho at the club. The duo were reported to have exchanged hot words in training which forced the former Chelsea boss into stripping him off the team’s captain ban. The decision of the Portuguese had touched the former Juventus star and he was reportedly forcing a move away … [Read more...]

United make big decision on Mourinho future

Finally Manchester United have got reasons to smile following their victory against Fulham after a stretch of winning streak. United boss Jose Mourinho has been in the centre of all of the frustration and bashing by the media and pundits which raised fears that he would be sent parking away from the club. The Red Devils are having one of their worst start of the season in their history which almost cost the Portuguese boss his job until calm was restored with a statement by the club owners stating that they believe he can still change things … [Read more...]

United change direction in pursuit of defensive target

Manchester United were earlier reported to be interested in adding Kalidou Koulibaly to their team in the winter transfer window which reopens in coming weeks but that will no longer happen as they have now turned their attention on Porto defender Eder Militao. With suggestions that the Red Devils will not be able to secure the signature of Kalidou Koulibaly, it has been reported that they have shifted their attention and will now make a bid for Porto man Eder Militao. The Red Devils are having one of their worst starts this season with the … [Read more...]

Italian side cut-price to push away United target

Italian Serie A side are reportedly willing to push for a move for their star player Sergej Milinmkovic-Savic away from the club by bringing down his initial asking price. In a bid to have Sergej Milinmkovic-Savic remain at the Italian side, a £100 million asking price was splashed on him in the last summer transfer window and that was enough to send away top clubs who were seeking for his signature. English Premier League side Manchester United are believed to be leading in the race for the star player and this could be better news for the … [Read more...]

Man United in pole position to sign 20-year-old midfielder

Manchester United have been tipped to be in the better position to have the signature of River Plate midfielder Exequiel Palacious ahead of the winter transfer window which reopens in coming weeks. The Red Devils boss Jose Mourinho is one of the managers that is expected to storm the winter market for more additions to strengthen his squad having had a rough and inconsistent first half. The Portuguese boss has not been satisfied with his defenders as well as the crop of attackers he has got which he described as being childish while Alexis … [Read more...]

United concluding talks for £45m-rated defender

Emerging reports indicate that Manchester United are already concluding talks with Atletico Madrid for star defender Jose Gimenez in a bid to confirm his signature in the winter transfer window which reopens in coming weeks. High-level defenders are believed to be a top priority of Man United manager Jose Mourinho with Eric Bailly and Phil Jones all seeking to find their way out of the Stamford Bridge. The Portuguese boss has insistent that the lack of defenders has been a major reason for why his side have failed to win a number of games as … [Read more...]

Another United target set to commit future

Manchester could be set to lose another target following reports that Italian Serie A side Juventus star Alex Sandro is already close to signing a new deal with the club. With Luke Shaw not in good form, United Boss Jose Mourinho had wished to secure a new and quality left full-back that will help the team in the second half of the season. The Red Devils are currently in bad form with inconsistent performance and they have now slipped down to eight in the Premier League table with the Portuguese manager having the belief that his defence … [Read more...]

United could lose £100,000-a-week right back

There are fears that Manchester United might lose their right full-back Antonio Valencia with reports that West Ham United are desperate on his case ahead of the winter transfer window which reopens in coming weeks. The Hammers are currently struggling to hold on to their opponents as a result of the weak defensive options they have got which makes them desperate for Antonio Valencia. Antonio Valencia is one of the best and experienced players at the Old Trafford but there is no doubt that he will not have many more years to play at the club … [Read more...]

Fulham shift attention to another United star

English Premier League side Fulham seem to be paying more attention to Manchester United of late after their latest interest in Matteo Darmian according to Tuttomercato. The report says a bid is already being prepared and would be submitted ahead of the winter transfer window which reopens in coming weeks. Fulham are therefore not alone in the pursuit of the Reds Devil star with Italian Serie A side Inter Milan and Lazio also chasing Matteo Darmian in a bid to have his signature at the winter transfer window which reopens in coming weeks. … [Read more...]

Predicted Man Utd XI against Fulham

Manchester United are again faced with dicey fixtures against London club Fulham in the Premier League tie later on Saturday. The Red Devils will hope to bounce back after some inconsistent performances as well as their inability to win their last two games with a draw in each of them. However, United boss Jose Mourinho is expected to hold on to his first team defenders with Ashley Young expected to return after his suspension alongside Antonio Valencia to replace Diogo Dalot and Matteo Darmian. Premier League Target Dismisses Chelsea … [Read more...]

Man United find new Cristiano Ronaldo

Manchester United have been ripped to win the race for Noam Emeran who is tipped to be the next Cristiano Ronaldo that would be produced at the Old Trafford. With United having a big history of discovering great talent and it has been suggested that Noam Emeran will be the next big name that would be coming out of the club should they win the race for his signature. The Red Devils are not alone in the bid for the star player with a number of top European top clubs including French side PSG, Juventus and Valencia seeking for his signature. … [Read more...]

What has Mourinho turned United into – Comeback specialists?

Manchester United have seen their values reduced drastically since the start of the season. This is a result of an unimpressive run of form which has seen them drop to the seventh position on the Premier League table. Mourinho's spell at Old Trafford has so far been a bittersweet one as the Portuguese manager won two trophies in his first season. He followed that up with a second-place finish in his second season at the club. He equally qualified for the FA Cup final match but saw his men crumbled to a 2-1 defeat in the hands of … [Read more...]

Arsenal would be crazy not to snap him up, ex-player speaks of United star

North London side Arsenal have been told to make use of the opportunity available to capture the signature of Manchester United star Antony Martial who is currently close to the exit door of the Old Trafford. With Antony Martial’s contract soon to run out at the end of next summer, United are yet to sit on the negotiation table for a new deal which makes him available and Arsenal have been backed by former player Lauren to ensure he joins the Emirates Stadium. Lauren is of the opinion that the former Monaco man remains a great player who will … [Read more...]