Alex Ferguson says Cristiano Ronaldo's work ethic makes him the "special" player he is. Cristiano Ronaldo is the "special footballer" of his generation, according to former boss Alex Ferguson. The ex-Manchester United manager was on hand to witness Ronaldo finally convert his phenomenal club success into international honours in Paris on Sunday, as the injured Portugal captain rallied his country from the sidelines to Euro 2016 glory. And the 74-year-old insists that Ronaldo's work rate and hunger - part of the reason he first brought the attacker to Old Trafford as an 18-year-old in 2003 - is what sets him apart from his contemporaries. "He has an incredible desire for football, Cristiano is looking forward to each workout. He always wants to be … [Read more...]
Wayne Rooney excited to work with new boss Jose Mourinho
Wayne Rooney says the arrival of Jose Mourinho has given him added motivation for next season. Former Chelsea boss Mourinho has suggested he preferred to play Rooney in a more attacking role, rather than see him pull strings from midfield as he did under predecessor Louis van Gaal. Rooney will be looking to forge a formidable strike partnership with new signing Zlatan Ibrahimovic, after a dearth of goals last season. “I’m really excited to be working with Jose,” said the England captain. “He’s one of the best managers in the world and it’s an exciting time for Manchester United. “I’ve always respected him both as a man and a manager. I like to think I’m always motivated as a player but I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t a bit more motivated when a new … [Read more...]
David Beckham sends Marcus Rashford a signed Manchester United shirt
Former England captain David Beckham has sent a signed Manchester United shirt to youngster Marcus Rashford. The 19-year-old burst onto the scene for the Red Devils last season and secured a place in England's Euro 2016 squad, despite his inexperience at international level. The tournament ended in disappointment for Roy Hodgson's side but Rashford was one of few players to emerge with credit courtesy of a couple of eye-catching substitute appearances in France. Rashford is now set to turn his attention back to United ahead of his first full season at Old Trafford and has recevied a message of encouragement from club legend Beckham. Nice to be appreciated by one of the best 3:14 PM - 11 Jul 2016 Marcus … [Read more...]
Swansea signs Tyler Reid from Man United
Swansea have announced the signing of defender Tyler Reid from Manchester United for an undisclosed fee. Reid, 18, has agreed a three-year deal and is set to link up with the club’s development squad ahead of their pre-season tour to Scotland later this month. Right-back Reid joined United from Arsenal’s youth ranks in 2012, but did not feature for the first team. “I am really looking forward to a fresh challenge and getting started,” he told Swansea’s official website. “I see a good opportunity to play first-team football with the development squad here. Swansea play good attractive football, and I think that suits my style of play.” … [Read more...]
Mourinho set to wield the axe at United
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has indicated that his squad could be set for further changes before the end of the summer transfer window. Mourinho has signed Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Eric Bailly so far this summer. But the former Chelsea boss said during his first news conference at Manchester United that he and the club had "made a nucleus of four priorities, four positions, to give a certain balance to the squad," with sources saying that Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba remains a target. The only first-team players to leave Old Trafford since the end of last season have been Victor Valdes and Nick Powell, who were both released at the ends of their contracts. But Mourinho's message for the fans, published on the club's … [Read more...]
Pogba may remain at Juventus- Mino Raiola
Paul Pogba may yet remain a Juventus player beyond this summer despite intense interest from Manchester United, according to Mino Raiola. United have emerged as the sole candidates to re-sign the player who left them for free to join Juventus four years ago, after Real Madrid dropped out of the race to sign him . The midfielder’s future has been left uncertain during Euro 2016, as he played a key role in France’s surge to the final. But the 23-year-old disappointed in the showpiece against Portugal, and will now look ahead to his club career. According to Raiola, while “big clubs are interested” in the Frenchman, he may remain at Juventus as the Turin club are preparing a renewed contract offer. “There is a lot of talk about Paul’s future, but … [Read more...]
Mourinho calls on fans for unity at Man United
Jose Mourinho has reaffirmed his desire to achieve “everything” at Manchester United and has told the club’s fans what he expects of them this season. Mouirnho replaced Louis van Gaal immediately after the end of last season and has begun reshaping the squad, with Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Eric Bailly already brought in. The Portuguese boss began work last week with his new squad and is expected to step up his pursuit of Paul Pogba this week now the European Championships have concluded. There is excitement among United fans over the club’s recruitment and their prospects under the new manager but Mourinho has outlined the role the supporters can play as the Reds look to re-establish themselves at the top of the Premier League. “I … [Read more...]
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