From my observations in the premier league this season, We noticed that most of the top performing clubs are those who invested in buying classic players in the last summer transfer window - one of which is Manchester United. The Old Trafford club signed a world class striker last summer in the person of Zlatan Ibrahimovic and the Swedish star has been sensational for Jose Mourinho's side this current term. Even though Ibra do not seem tired despite his age, the realistic fact remains that he will soon finally hang the boots anytime now. So, Manchester United needs to look out to sign a superb striker for the long term. Just this week, it was claimed by the Daily Mail that the red devils and current premier league leaders Chelsea are struggling to sign … [Read more...]
Manchester United To Spend $43Million For Michael Carrick’s Replacement. But Is He Good Enough?
One of the players that flourished in Sir Alex Ferguson's team and is still doing well in today's Manchester United team is Michael Carrick. Micheal Carrick began his career at West Ham United before moving to Tottenham Hotspur in 2004 for a fee believed to be £3.5 million. And in 2006, he eventually moved to the Old Trafford side for £18 million and over 10 years after at the club, he continues waxing stronger. Nevertheless, the Englishman is ageing (well though) and Manchester United need another versatile midfielder who can be the long term replacement of him. When former United boss Louis Van Gaal was still in charge of the club, the red devils were heavily linked with former PSV star Kevin Strootman.Kevin Strootman is now playing for Serie A side AS … [Read more...]
Jose Mourinho Reveals The Manchester United Players Who Impressed Him Against Rostov
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has hailed his side's back three following their hard-fought Europa League draw against Rostov. The Old Trafford club were held to a 1-1 stalemate in Russia, with Rostov star Aleksandr Bukharov cancelling out Henrikh Mkhitaryan's opener. United's Portuguese boss Jose Mourinho opted to play a 3-5-2 against Rostov with the trio of Phil Jones, Chris Smalling and Marcos Rojo in his back three. And Mourinho has singled out his defenders, claiming the trio were solid against the Russian outfit. "The game plan was that we know they don't try to play - they tried to put the ball always to the front, into their strikers," Mourinho said. "That is the way they play on this pitch and so the best thing to do was to play three … [Read more...]
Not Bakayoko – Manchester United Trying To Get €59million Star Player For Midfield Role
One of the most successful coaches in the footballing world is Portuguese tactician Jose Mourinho. He has been at different football clubs in different countries and has made a mark in each league. And it is known that in the different teams he had managed over the years, he always had at least one solid defensive midfielder in his teams. However, currently coaching Manchester United in England, he still lack a solid defensive midfielder at the Old Trafford club. Mourinho has managed solid defensive midfielders like Makelele, Essien and Matic during his time with Chelsea. And when he was still coach at Inter Milan, he had Cambiasso, and at Real Madrid, the duo of Diarra and Khedira. He sold Morgan Schneiderlin to Everton in the last winter window and he now … [Read more...]
Manchester United Coach Jose Mourinho Reveals Who Is To Be Blamed For Draw With Bournemouth
Following Manchester United 1-1 draw with Bournemouth, United coach Jose Mourinho has stated that his side can only blame themselves for their draw with their opponent. Jose Mourinho's men were held to a 1-1 draw home at Old Trafford by Bournemouth as they unfortunately missed the chance to zoom pass Liverpool and Arsenal in the table. Argentina international Marcos Rojo had given the Old Trafford club the lead before Bournemouth's Joshua King equalised from the penalty spot right in the first half. As the red devils search desperately for a winner in the second half, they eventually got a chance to score on the penalty spot. However, Swede star Zlatan Ibrahimovic failed to convert from the spot-kick. And at full-time the Portuguese tactician was left to … [Read more...]
Report: Man United In Secret Talks Over Outstanding £43Million Summer Deal
According to new reports, Mino Raiola is said to have held secret talks with English Premier League side Manchester United about signing AC Milan star sensation Gianluigi Donnarumma. According to an Italian news outlet Calciomercato, the influential fixer is trying to broker a deal for the Serie A player. The youngster has taken the Serie A by storm and is reportedly viewed by Man United chiefs as a potential replacement for Spanish goalie David de Gea. It was additionally suggested that the Old Trafford club are willing to cough up £43m to secure the 18-year-old's signature. Mino Raiola has hinted already that delays surrounding AC Milan's proposed takeover by Sino-Europe Sports Investments could see his client move on. "I cannot predict the future, I … [Read more...]
4-2-3-1 Formation, Martial Starts In Man United’s Probable Line Vs Bournemouth
Considering that Manchester United have successfully won their last six games in all competitions, they deserve to be considered favorites to make it seven wins on a straightaway when they face Bournemouth in their next Premier League game on Saturday afternoon. The Old Trafford club are just one point behind Liverpool but nevertheless have a game in hand and should take advantage to over take their arch rivals. And as far as Manchester United’s team news is concerned, the trio of Henrikh Mkhitaryan, Phil Jones and James Wilson are out injured at the moment. However, according to PhysioRoom, the English defender has a little chance of featuring when they clash with the Cherries. Veteran midfielder Michael Carrick started the EFL Cup final game on the bench … [Read more...]
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