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United making David de Gea pursuit difficult for PSG

It has been established that French side Paris Saint Germain are keen to have the signing of Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea but it has been a difficult and frustrating one for them because of the way it has been handled by the owners of the player. The former Atletico Madrid goalkeeper will be out of contract with the Old Trafford side at the end of the season which makes him free to leave but the club are preparing to activate a clause in his contract that will have him remain for another one year against his wish. Efforts to have … [Read more...]

Why Jose Mourinho is meeting Ed Woodward

It has been revealed that Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho will be meeting with the club’s executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward in order to discuss on the coming transfer window. The Portuguese manager is reported to be interested in knowing how much the cub are willing to spend in the January window so as to know what step to take. The meeting which was initially arranged for last week was cancelled and has to be done this week at United’s Carrington training ground before their Saturday’s game against Bournemouth. Football expert … [Read more...]

Why United have continued to struggle, legend

Former Manchester United player Jesper Blomqvist has stated that the Old Trafford side have continued to struggle to win games, especially in the attack because they have been unable to replace Zlatan Ibrahimovic. Blomqvist stated that the woes of the Red Devils started with the departure of his countryman earlier this year, hinting that the situation would not have been the same with his presence in the team. According to the legend, Ibrahimovic has got a great presence and aura that could translate into a win because of the intimidation it … [Read more...]

Pogba raises dust again on United transfer

There are reasons to make claims again in the media following the simple statement by Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba that he sees Turin, the home ground of his former club Juventus as home. Pogba was speculated to be interested in leaving the Old Trafford after his rift with manager Jose Mourinho who later stripped the French player of the captain band. Few weeks back was a tempting period for the World Cup winner at the Theatre of Dreams following his fallout with the manager and also having to experience bad results at the club. … [Read more...]

Why Mourinho not worried about David de Gea’s contract

Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho has stated that he is not worried about the contract issues of Spanish goalkeeper David de Gea at the club. The contract of the former Atletico Madrid goalkeeper ends at the end of the season and he has refused to put pen to paper with reports that he is bent on leaving the club as a result of the style of the Portuguese manager. Juventus are reported to be monitoring the player as it is revealed that they will be willing to have him as a free player and also give him a befitting deal. Why Arsenal fans … [Read more...]

Mourinho ready for another showdown with Ed Woodward after latest step

Emerging reports indicate that Manchester United boss is ready for another showdown with the club’s executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward after submitting his January transfer list. It would be recalled that the Portuguese manager had a faceoff with the club’s chief for failing to sign his wish of a centre back in the summer with the likes of Toby Alderweireld, Harry Maguire and Jerome Boateng slipping out of his hand. These created a rift between the both officials of the club with the former Chelsea boss blaming Woodward for making his side … [Read more...]

Arsenal vs Liverpool: Michael Owen gives his prediction

The English Premier League will be back this weekend when Liverpool travelling to Emirate Stadium to play against Arsenal for their eleventh match of the season. Liverpool FC have played 10 games and remain undefeated this season, unlike Arsenal who are have only started to gain back their form following their poor start under new coach Unai Emery. Former Liverpool star and United legend, Michael Owen in a statement has tipped Liverpool to win the match. Owen in his statement said the weekend match is a big game for the two clubs, this is … [Read more...]

Finally, Rooney shows United players the way out

Former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has told the current players at the club what to do to be able to return to a smooth ride for the Premier League challenge. The Old Trafford side have suffered a very rough start of the season and have lost four out of the ten games played this season including their embarrassing exit from the Carabao Cup against Derby County. The poor run also exposed the crisis in the United’s dressing room as well as the rift between the manager and some of the players, Emery speaks on Ozil’s Leicester City … [Read more...]

What Marcus Rashford must start doing to join the ‘legend’s club’

Manchester United legend Bryan Robson has told English striker Marcus Rashford what he needs to start doing to be a legend at the club. Robson urged the talented lad to ensure he starts scoring at least 20 to 30 goals per season not minding his position so as to fit into the status in coming years. According to the legend, the position he is played, either as a winger or as a central forward should not be any hindrance to him not used as an excuse. Pires speaks of star player's life after Arsenal He made this claim in celebration of … [Read more...]

What Mourinho really wants at United revealed

Emerging reports reveal that Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho seeks to have a control of the recruitment department and decision at the Old Trafford. This is followed by what is described as a disappointment suffered by the manager in the summer when his wish for defensive additions was not granted. The Portuguese manager had wished for the signing of Harry Maguire, Jerome Boateng and Toby Alderweireld after the sum of £70 million had already been spent on Diogo Dalot and Fred in the summer leading to the rift with executive … [Read more...]

Mourinho linked back to Real Madrid

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has been linked to a shocking transfer to Spanish outlet Real Madrid following the sack of Julen Lopetegui who saw his fifth defeat of the season against Barcelona in just 14 games. Former Chelsea manager Antonio Conte was earlier linked with the job but that seems to be off the table with reports that he is not comfortable picking the job because the players might lack believe in his ability to turn things around. However, Madrid team B coach Santiago Scolari has been made the coach “provisionally” to … [Read more...]

Why Anthony Martial drives me crazy

Manchester United legend Gary Neville is very critical of striker Anthony Martial and his performance at the club which to him deserves to be far better. Martial started very poorly at the Old Trafford this season and was forced to contemplate a move away from the club but that has since changed as he has scored in three successive Premier League game for the Red Devils. He has been tipped to get firing alongside French midfielder Paul Pogba following their goals against Everton in last weekend’s Premier League game. Video: Fabinho … [Read more...]

Why all is still not well at United with Mourinho

There are indications that all is not well at Manchester United with manager Jose Mourinho after allegations that a meeting with the executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward was cancelled at short notice without any reason. The Portuguese manager has not had it any good so far this season with a very poor start to record the worst of the club’s form in many years and that has severally placed his job on the line. Aside the dressing room crisis and the rift he had with certain players which ended up affecting the results on the pitch, the former … [Read more...]

United beating Arsenal and other rivals for 5-goal poacher

Manchester United are believed to be having it all for themselves in the pursuit of Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho if the report from bookmakers is anything to go by. The 18-year-old player who left Manchester City at a younger age in search of a regular football has impressed in the German league scoring 5 goals in 17 appearances, a feat that has caught the attention of big European clubs including Arsenal and his former owners. Ian Wright stands to defend Hector Bellerin It is reported that City have realized their mistake in … [Read more...]

Ross Barkley is better than Jesse Lingard and Dele Alli – Liverpool legend

Following the Blues performance at Turf Moor last Sunday in the EPL match against Burnley, former Liverpool star turn sports pundit, Jamie Carragher has applauded England international and Chelsea's midfielder, Ross Barkley. The Blues put up a top performance in the match against Burnley and Ross Barkley was part of the key players that stood out, in fact, some news media rated him as high as 9.8/10 in the game. Ross Barkley scored a goal and created two assists against Burnley. The Best of Fabinho vs Red Star Belgrade However, Jamie … [Read more...]

Why United do not need Lukaku anymore

Football legend Alan Shearer has opined that Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku is no longer needed at the Old Trafford following his poor form this season. The Belgium international has been in bad form this season and has failed to score in eight games for his side. No wonder, he was left out to the bench in United’s 2-1 win over Everton. According to Shearer, the player has not been helpful in going forward because of his weak form which makes it difficult for the Red Devils to attack as they ought to. why we failed to win, … [Read more...]

Sky Sports pundit speaks on Anthony Martial

Sky Sports pundit Graeme Souness has made a special claim about Manchester United striker Anthony Martial after his superb display in his side’s 2-1 win over Everton in the Premier League game. The Frenchman joined Paul Pogba to have their names on the score sheet and also to hand the Old Trafford side a 3-points, the first convincing win in all competitions after the international break. Souness described Martial as a baby who has got the ability to succeed to any level of his career if given the right environment to do so. The Sky Sports … [Read more...]

Jamie Redknapp makes case for Paul Pogba

Former Liverpool star Jamie Redknapp has pleaded for a change in the narrative about Manchester United player Paul Pogba, stressing that the focus should be on his good performance and nothing more. He made this claim after the Red Devils’ 2-1 win over Everton with the French Midfielder missing a penalty in the game. Redknapp expects most of the analysis to be centred on the player’s penalty miss and not his good performance he had in the game which he says is unfair to Pogba. The Liverpool legend stated that the World Cup winner is the … [Read more...]

Mourinho defends Pogba after penalty miss

Manchester United finally return to winning ways with Paul Pogba and Anthony Martial finding the back of the net to record a 2-1 win over Everton. It has been tough for the Jose Mourinho side who are winning their first game after the international break having recorded a defeat against Juventus in the Champions League and a draw against Chelsea at the Stamford Bridge. Pogba had missed a penalty in the game which would have cost the team but he will not be held responsible as they can boast of a win at the moment. However, manager Jose … [Read more...]

The only thing that gets De Gea confused about United has been revealed

Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea has revealed that the only thing that gets him confused about his Old Trafford side after saying he doesn’t know why. The Spanish goalkeeper wonders why his side will have to wait to concede goals before they attack. He made this claim in reaction to the two big comebacks his side have had this seasons against Newcastle and Chelsea where they came from goals down to win and level the game respectively. According to him, the defensive department of the team are doing quite well but more is needed to … [Read more...]

Why Rio Ferdinand weeps for United

Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has cried out to his club to do the needful in keeping goalkeeper David de Gea who seems to be on his way out of the club. De Gea’s contract with the Red Devils ends at the end of the season with no talks on the table as he has made up his mind to leave the club but he might be delayed for another year with United having an option to keep him for another year according to the terms in his agreement with the club. Rio Ferdinand wants Mourinho out of United The Spanish goalkeeper is one of the best the … [Read more...]

‘He’s ready’ – Mourinho confirms star player is now ready to start

Manchester United manager has hinted that striker Marcus Rashford is now ready to start for the club after showering praise on the young lad ahead of his 21st birthday on Wednesday. Rashford has scored just a goal this season in six Premier League appearances and another three in the Champions League, adding to the feats he has had with the national team in his few years of senior team football. Mourinho has stated that it is difficult to find a 21-year-old player who plays regularly in the first team of a club like United, stating that most … [Read more...]

Unai Emery plans to raid United for £140,000-a-week star

Arsenal manager Unai Emery is making plans to raid Manchester United of star Juan Mata who will be a free player by next summer having failed to hold talks with the team. Emery who once worked with Mata when they were both at Valencia from 2008 to 2011 sees the 30-year-old man as a good fit and addition to his team. Efforts by the Old Trafford team to hold talks with the player in order to have him stay at the club has failed on several attempts as he is bent on moving away. What happened in the dressing room that made Arsenal play … [Read more...]

Juventus’ Nedved unsettles Pogba again

With the report of Manchester United midfielder’s exit from the club already being laid to rest, Juventus vice-president Pavel Nedved has raised the settled dust by claiming that the player will be welcomed back. Pogba was at the beginning of the season unsettled at the Old Trafford owing to the rift he had with manager Jose Mourinho with both of them seen to be exchanging words in training. The Portuguese manager had before the entire team, told the World Cup winner that he will never wear the armband nor lead the team again; citing the fact … [Read more...]

Why Lukaku has been struggling, Paul Merson

Arsenal legend Paul Merson has explained in his opinion, why Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku has been struggling. The former Chelsea player has been in one of the worst forms of his career, going a total of 8 games without finding the back of the net for once. In his defence, Paul Merson stated that the player might be struggling because he has not enjoyed the support of his teammates, noting that the Belgium international has not been having the chances he ought to from the players. Lukaku has been unable to help win games for his … [Read more...]