There are suggestions that Man United will be forced to sanction the move for Victor Lindelof out of the club as he has been consistently linked out of the club. This season has been a great one for Wolverhampton Wanderers as they have defeated most of the top-six teams so far which keeps them in a better position to play in the Europa League, although it is yet to be decided. However, Wolverhampton Wanderers have turned their attention to Victor Lindelof as they hope they can be able to secure players with European experience should they land a qualification to play in the Europa League next season. The player that could cost Arsenal their victory against Southampton An attempt was made by the club to secure the signature of Victor Lindelof but that … [Read more...]
Former United striker speaks on Lindelof’s future
A former Man United striker Jesper Blomqvist has tipped Man United center-half Victor Lindelof for success at the Old Trafford owing to the potentials he has shown at the club. Jesper Blomqvist has therefore stated that he would become one of the greatest players the club will ever produce if he continues in this level of performance. Victor Lindelof was signed by former manager Jose Mourinho for a fee of £30 million from Benfica in the summer of 2017 and he has continued to grow in confidence and ability since his arrival. In-Demand Liverpool Target Hits Treble In Europa League Win The former Red Devils striker hailed the mental strength and other attitudes of the central defender which includes speed and ability to make it on a one-against-one … [Read more...]
The line-up United fans want to see against Barcelona
English Premier League outfit Man United will face Barcelona in an important Champions League game later in the week and it has got a lot of people talking on the chances of the team. The fans are not left out as they seek to secure a win in the game so as to move ahead to the next stage. They have therefore made their line-up wish to manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer ahead of the game. One major headache for the Red Devils is Argentina international Lionel Messi because of his great form and the threat he poses. The Red Devils fans have therefore, urged Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to consider the use of Chris Smalling and Victor Lindelof in the central defence as they would be better in doing a good job. Solskjaer and Emery agree on this one thing after Sunday … [Read more...]
Victor Lindelof takes swipe at Zlatan Ibrahimovic in big reply
Manchester United star Victor Lindelof has taken a swipe at former player Zlatan Ibrahimovic in what seems to be a reply to a statement earlier credited to the Sweden international. Zlatan Ibrahimovic had earlier made a claim of Victor Lindelof’s revival in an interview and he noted that the United player had a very difficult start of his Red Devils' career. He added that Victor Lindelof came to the club and was friendly just like any other Swedish player but claims to have advised the star player not to be too friendly because he had come to the club to survive and not to make new friends. Why United have continued to struggle, legend In reaction, Victor Lindelof stated that all Zlatan Ibrahimovic said was just to be nice and make all Swedish look nice … [Read more...]
Lindelof speaks on rift with Jose Mourinho
Manchester United star Victor Lindelof has reacted to suggestions that he has a rift with former manager Jose Mourinho before they parted ways last year December. The Portuguese manager was sacked by the Old Trafford management for failing to deliver good results at the club as well as his rift with some players which sparked unrest in the dressing room. In his reaction, Victor Lindelof stated that he had no grudge with the manager despite not finding enough playing time under his reigns as a result of his inconsistent performance. Man United vs Leicester - New Signings To Play In Likely Starting X Suggestions are that the former Red Devils boss was only getting at Victor Lindelof for always citing defensive lapse as the club’s major problem and … [Read more...]
Ed Woodward makes potential partner transfer for Victor Lindelof a priority
The priority of Manchester United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward is to ensure a quality partner for their worthy defender Victor Lindelof in this winter transfer window. The Red Devils have made defenders their top priority in this winter window but Ed Woodward is more interested in making the job easy for Victor Lindelof with a perfect partner. Victor Lindelof has been hailed as one of the best in the current United team which is a delight to the Red Devils chief and that is the reason why he is keen in ensuring that the job becomes more easier for him. The 24-year-old has been hailed as a fantastic defender who is maturing into a world class defender and also having the needed physicality on the pitch to give the opponent a good fight. Arsenal … [Read more...]
Manchester United VS Bournemouth : How will Solskjaer lineup in a 4-3-3 formation
Manchester United are on a two-match winning streak as they are yet to drop a single point since Solskjaer replaced José Mourinho two weeks ago. They face Bournemouth at Old Trafford on Sunday and the interim manager will hope to continue his perfect start to life at the Theater of Dreams. With the Cherries recent performances, the Red Devils shouldn't have any difficulty picking up maximum points later tomorrow. However, it all depends on the list of players he would name in his starting XI. So, let's quickly give a list of players who are likely to start the all-important game against the Cherries later tomorrow. GOALKEEPER David De Gea The Spaniard is back to his best after enduring a very difficult start to the season and he is set to retain his … [Read more...]
United chief set to meet star player amidst transfer links
Reports according to Sun state that Manchester United board are set for an important meeting with Eric Bailly over the speculations surrounding his future at the club. Bailly has not seen enough games under manager Jose Mourinho without a single start this season and that seems to have angered him to want an exit from the club. He is now being rated far below Chris Smalling and Victor Lindelof who both get the nod from the boss for games. However, the board are reluctant to let him leave and they have scheduled a meeting later this week to have him remain at the club. Pundit Backs Chelsea Target Bid For Champions League Football Although ESPN pundit Alejandro Moreno had advised Bailly not to remain at the Old Trafford not minding if the Portuguese … [Read more...]
Mourinho gets big reply over Fred’s treatment
Each time Manchester United suffer a defeat, manager Jose Mourinho always get himself into some form of controversies that will definitely get attention. The Old Trafford side were again defeated at home in the Champions League game against Juventus on Tuesday night. The Portuguese boss, therefore, hinted at not having the same quality as his Italian opponents at the back despite praising the performance of Victor Lindelof and Chris Smalling after the game. Neymar drops Arsenal hint A journalist Rob Blanchette has blamed Mourinho for being inferior and insecure with his side, arguing that it should not be the case knowing how much he has spent in the market for players since his arrival. The journalist added that Mourinho’s treatment of Brazilian … [Read more...]
Mourinho hails these two players despite defeat
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has picked Victor Lindelof and fellow central defender Chris Smalling for praise following their performance against Juventus in the Champions League game on Tuesday. No thanks to Paulo Dybala, who scored after 17 minutes of the game in the first half to hand the Mourinho side their first Champions League defeat this season. There is no doubt that the United defence were more commanding and they were able to absorb all the threats and attacks from the Italian outfit strikers. Mourinho stated that it was the first time Victor Lindelof was playing in a game of such dimension and intensity; hence he deserves praise for the performance he pulled against a big team like Juventus. Man United vs Leicester - New Signings … [Read more...]
United star gives advice to team for next game after Juventus loss
Manchester United saw their first defeat in the Champions League against Juventus in front of their fans at the Old Trafford on Tuesday. The visiting Serie A giants were obviously dominant in the first half where the only goal was scored by Paulo Dybala after 17 minutes of play. Several attempts by the Old Trafford side to fight back and pull a comeback just as was done against Newcastle and Chelsea in the Premier League failed with Juventus stamping their supremacy in the game. In his reaction, United defender Victor Lindelof said his side had played well and do not deserve a defeat in the game, noting the performance of the team in previous games. France vs Germany: match preview and prediction He stated that his side can still pull out a surprise … [Read more...]
Neville knows something Mourinho must also know
Former Manchester United captain Gary Neville has claimed that the best centre-half pairing Jose Mourinho has in his team is Chris Smalling and Victor Lindelof. Neville in his reaction to the 2-1 win by his former side stated identified Smalling and Lindelof as the first choice Mourinho must stick to. Previous games have seen the former Chelsea boss make use of different lineups, following injury crisis and had admitted that he does not know who his first choice should be. Now with the Saturday game at Watford, the United legend told the Manchester Evening News that the confusion is over for Mourinho as picked his best choice at the heart of the defence. The former player turned pundit says the Red Devils can now build on the win and climb to the top from … [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...]
The arrival of this player at Old Trafford will provide an escape route for £31m player
The arrival of Harry Maguire at Old Trafford will provide an escape route for Victor Lindelof. Man United board and fans are not happy with their defender, Victor Lindelof following his poor performances for the Red Devils since arriving at Old Trafford from Benfica. Last season, Lindelof made Man Utd lose in a game to Huddersfield and have put up other poor defensive error that have made Jose Mourinho sideline him. In fact Mourinho prefers to use the duo of Eric Bailey and an ageing Ashley Young to Lindelof. With Macros Rojo on a possible move away from Man United, Victor Lindelof may be the next to join him. The move will take place if Manchester United are able to sign Leicester City defender, Harry Maguire. Jose Mourinho in a recent statement has … [Read more...]
Mourinho Single Out Man United Star For Praise After Watford Win
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho was very much impressed with Victor Lindelof's performance at Vicarage Road last night. The Swede legend kept quiet Watford star player Richarlison during the 4-2 win on Tuesday night, and his manager was delighted with his performance. The former Benfica defender was with big reputation before making the move to Old Trafford this summer, but struggled in his opening games at his new side. However, it appears he is now adapting to life in the premier league, and the future appears to be bright. He has started Man United’s last three league games and was able to keep Richarlison out of the 4-2 win against Watford yesterday. Richarlison has been very much superb at Watford this season, and only a few defenders have … [Read more...]
Mourinho Send Message To Fans About Lindelof
Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho has made it known that Victor Lindelof‘s confidence level made him change his entire formation for his side's League Cup clash with Swansea City on Tuesday. Jesse Lingard stole the show during the encounter by scoring a brace that gave his side a comfortable win over the Swans at the Liberty Stadium - although a handful of his teammates were also impressive at the game. Mourinho has started with four at the back in his last four games in all competitions but chose to change to a back-three to accommodate for Victor on Tuesday. The former Benfica defender has been used sparingly this season since making a £31million move to Manchester from the Portuguese club and will have been excited with a clean sheet as his new side … [Read more...]
Legend: This Is What Should Be Done To Victor Lindelof
Jamie Redknapp: This Is What Should Be Done To Victor Lindelof Former Liverpool star Jamie Redknapp has advised the managing crew at Manchester United to encourage Victor Lindelof after his unpleasant performances at Huddersfield last Saturday. Lindelof was blamed for one of the goals scored by the home side, and he put in a nervous display at the backside after coming on for the injured Phil Jones. Club manager Jose Mourinho blasted his players after the defeat that ended his unbeaten run this season, with Victor getting some serious criticism from fans and pundits. The 23-year-old arrived Old Trafford from Benfica this summer, and Jamie feels the player need more time to adapt to the English league. In the Daily Mail, the former England star believes … [Read more...]
Manager Send Messages To Man United Fans About This Star Player
Benfica manager Rui Vitoria believes Victor Lindelof will eventually find his form at Manchester United and that what the defender simply need is some little time to adjust to life in the premier league. Lindelof, who made a move from Benfica to Old Trafford during the summer transfer window in a £30million deal, is yet to find his feet at his new club. He has been able to get just one appearance off the bench in the premier league so far this season, but was part of the starting XI for both of Man United's first two Champions League fixtures. He is ready to face his former Portuguese club on Wednesday night for their next Champions League group stage game, and his former manager Vitoria has heaped lots of praises on him. Speaking about the talented … [Read more...]
Man United Transfer News: Expected Lineup Next Season + Potential Signings
Manchester United have been linked with several big names this summer following their victorious campaign that saw them lift the League Cup and Europa League but Jose Mourinho is clearly not resting on his oars, targeting several big players to bolster his squad. Here is a predicted lineup including their potential signings: GK: David De Gea- The Spaniard has been linked with a move to Real Madrid since the end of the season, but the interest has since cooled off with suggestions the 26-year-old will remain at the Old Trafford. RB: Antonio Valencia- His immense workrate towards Manchester United's success season, and will continue to be a starter at United. LB: Luke Shaw- Mourinho never spared the young English left-back during the last campaign but there … [Read more...]
Sealed: Victor Lindelof Storms Manchester United To Complete £30m Move
Benfica defender Victor Lindelof has arrived Manchester United's training ground in Carrington for his medical ahead of his proposed £30million move. The Swede has been heavily linked with a move to United since last winter window with reports that Jose Mourinho contacted the defender since January about the possibility of joining the Red Devils which the player agreed but Benfica were not ready to allow him to leave until this summer. Lindelof has been a key figure for the Portuguese giants with his solid displays and ability to create a play from the back. Manchester United on Monday confirmed to have agreed on a deal for the 22-year-old which was subject to medical. The defender has now bee spotted at AON complex in Carrington as he arrived in red … [Read more...]
Man United Agree Deal For Powerful Defender, Medical Set For Next Week
Manchester United have agreed on a deal to sign Victor Benfica from Benfica, according to reports. The Red Devils have been linked with a move for the 22-year-old since last January transfer window but could not sign due to discrepancies in transfer fee between the English giants and Benfica. Recent reports have claimed that United have retained their interest in the Sweden international and will seek to bring him this summer. Reports in The Sun claim that Lindelof is expected to arrive in Manchester after his international duties with Sweden when he is expected to finalise his move to the Old Trafford. The move is understood to a lucrative five-year deal. A club insider told The Sun: ‘It’s a done deal. There are some very minor things to wrap up and of … [Read more...]
Powerful Defender Set To Complete Medical At Manchester United
Manchester United are closing in on a deal that will see Benfica defender Victor Lindelof arrive at the Old Trafford, according to reports. The 22-year-old has been tipped to move to the Old Trafford this summer after his talks to move to United during the January transfer window, with reports that United could not meet with Benfica's demands for the player. Lindelof who is currently on duty with Sweden as they prepare for their World Cup qualifier with France, but it is expected that the defender will travel to Manchester to have a medical. It is understood that Jose Mourinho wants to bring in another solid defender to partner Eric Bailly in the defence and believes Lindelof can do the job. Reports in the Portuguese outlet Record claim that Manchester … [Read more...]