Manchester United looking forward to redeeming their defence by securing the signature of Atletico Madrid defender Lucas Hernandez. It would be recalled that manager Jose Mourinho had casted doubt over his defence with claims that he does not know who his best defenders are. The Portuguese manager claims this after they were thrashed 3-0 by Tottenham in last week’s league fixture. Although, the team seem to have bounced back with a 2-0 win against Burnley, the Manchester club are interested in securing their back line. Club chairman, Ed Woodward has hinted on a more busy activity by the Red Devils as soon as the January transfers window is opened, having disappointed Mourinho by not approving funds for transfer dealings. However, Hernandez who was a … [Read more...]
The enemies within Mourinho’s camp revealed
Emerging reports have identified some Manchester United players who are allegedly not happy with their manager, Jose Mourinho. A daily mail report claim the players are no longer in the good book of the Portuguese and will rather prefer he leaves the club. Obviously, the speculations surrounding Mourinho’s future will be a good one to them if the report is anything to go by. The players identified to be involved are Paul Pogba, Anthony Martial, Eric Bailly, all Frenchmen and Marcus Rashford. Rashford showed his unhappiness; when he kicked a dressing room door at Turf Moor, after being sent off against Burnley last weekend. He has since apologized to the fans claiming to have acted as a result of emotions. The two defeats suffered by United in … [Read more...]
Star player reveals Mourinho’s true identity, not what people think of him
Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku has stated that the insinuations held by people about manager Jose Mourinho is not all true, insisting that he has a different personality outside what is being portrayed. He made this claim when asked if he thinks Mourinho will let his squad cool off after their 2-0 win over Burnley at Turf Moor. The Belgium striker who scored both goals against Burnley was quick to say that the former Chelsea boss is "totally different behind the scenes" and will allow his side to relax a little. Mourinho has been perceived to be a very strict and difficult personality especially when he is in a difficult situation. Of course, this has played out several times especially in his response to the media each time things do not go … [Read more...]
Why Mourinho’s confusion over defenders might be over
Manchester United’s 2-0 win against Burnley on Sunday might just go beyond saving the club from a further crisis but helping manager Jose Mourinho in solving his confusion by now knowing who his best back four are. Two goals from the hero of the day, Romelu Lukaku was just enough to hand the Mourinho side a big win to secure six points in four games. Before the game, Mourinho had confessed being confused as he could not tell who his best defenders are as he has featured different lineups in the last three games. This has been a major concern following their 3-0 trashing in the hands of London side, Tottenham. Tottenham Hotspur fans to Jose Mourinho 'You are not the special one' However, the game against Burnley saw Chris Smalling and Victor Lindelof pair … [Read more...]
Why Pogba should not be blamed for penalty miss
One could be tempted to ask a lot of questions regarding Paul Pogba’s penalty miss against Burnley on Sunday but current Premier League pundit, Danny Higginbotham thinks there is no need for that at the moment. Following the foul against Marcus Rashford, Pogba failed to score from the spot as England international Joe Hart was ahead of the Frenchman to know where the ball was heading to and he was quick to do the needful. According to the former Manchester United player, turned pundit, Pogba was slow in his run which gave him too much time to think about where to place the ball, hence a decision was not rightly made but that is not enough reason to nail him. Higginbotham, who defended Pogba, argued that he had scored two penalties earlier this season … [Read more...]
Star player shocks everyone, names those who dislike United
Manchester United Ander Herrera said he knows those who dislike United and is not scared to make this revelation. Herrera made this claim after his side saw a relieve 2-0 win against Burnley on Sunday. Reflecting on the poor start of the season, he noted that aside from the club's supporters, the Red Devils are not liked by everyone. He went ahead to say that because of the dislike for United, everyone is happy when things don’t go well and wants them to lose each game. It would be recalled that United had a shaky start of the season with 3-0 defeat against Tottenham Hotspur being the heaviest. However, he said despite the negative wishes of everyone, his side will now return to winning ways. (Video) Father and Son moment between star player and … [Read more...]
‘Can Mourinho be sacked?’ – After 3-0 defeat, Sources leak out Happenings at Man United
After suffering 3-0 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur, Sources have leaked the happenings at Manchester United to ESPN FC. Sources claimed that the poor form of the Red Devils have no impact on the team with the club' executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward solidly behind the team. United's 3-0 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford on Monday was Mourinho's worst at home in his 18-year managerial career. you may also like? 4-3-3 Formation - Changes In Jose Mourinho's Starting XI With Ronaldo In Attack Man Utd vs Tottenham Hotspur: Red Devils to use 4 - 3 - 3 line up How United Will Lineup In Defence Alongside Alex Sandro But speculations that Mourinho could be shown the way out has been refuted by sources who claim that the former Chelsea manager has … [Read more...]
Manchester United Offer £25m For Another Most Wanted English Defender
Manchester United are closing in on a summer deal for Burnley defender Michael Keane, according to reliable sources. The Red Devils are believed to keen on re-signing the young defender that was allowed to leave the Old Trafford under former boss Louis Van Gaal and Jose Mourinho who remains focused on bringing in reinforcements to the current squad this summer. The Portuguese boss had earlier revealed that he would not have sold the stars that left United if he was in charge at the Van Gaal was at the helms of affairs. Reports in the Daily Star claim that Manchester United have offered a £25million fee to Burnley to part ways with Michael Keane who they are ready to give a £120k wage. Liverpool are believed to in the offing for defender's signature this … [Read more...]
Everton Move Ahead Of Liverpool, Manchester United To Sign Reliable Centre-back
Everton have moved ahead of Liverpool and Manchester United in race to sign Burnley defender Michael Keane, according to reports. The 24-year-old has been linked with a move away from the Turf Moor due to his solid displays at the back so far this season in the Premier League, drawing interest from quite a number of clubs in the Premier League and Manchester United were believed to be leading in the race to sign their former academy graduate. However, reports in the Daily Mirror have now claim that Everton are moved ahead of the Liverpool and United in the race after making contact with Keane and are becoming confident of landing him next summer. It is understood that Ronald Koeman will spend up to £20million to sign the Englishman in what could see … [Read more...]
Chelsea In Three-Way Battle For Burnley Defender
English Premier League (EPL) leaders Chelsea are reportedly interesting in Burnley's highly rated defender Michael Keane with the January transfer window some few weeks away but will have to see off the interests of fellow EPL sides Leicester City and Everton according to news outlet The Mirror in what is a three-way battle for the 23-year old English centre-back. Keane, who is a former Academy graduate at 20-time English champions Manchester United, is reaping rewards for series of impressive performances in the colours of Burnley's claret and blue. This is highlighted by his debut invitation to the England national team setup by new manager Gareth Southgate in October as a replaced for injured Stoke City right back Glen Johnson though he didn't make an … [Read more...]