Manchester United player who made five Premier League starts is fighting transfer flop status

Mason Mount looked crestfallen when he left the Brentford Community Stadium in March. Mount scored on his return from a four-month lay-off due to a calf injury and thought he’d produced the matchwinner for Manchester United deep into injury time. Brentford dominated United that night, recording 31 shots, and scored a deserved equaliser in the ninth minute of …

£42m transfer and a new midfield – Man United’s dream matchday squad after four more signings

Manchester United now have just under three weeks to fine-tune their preparations for their season opener against Manchester City at Wembley. United will renew their rivalry with their neighbours in the Community Shield on August 10 after beating them in May’s FA Cup final. Sometimes described as a glorified friendly, it will mark their final outing …

Matthijs de Ligt bid ‘rejected’ as Manchester United identify new transfer target

The summer transfer window rolls on and Manchester United could still have several new signings arrive at Old Trafford. United have already signed Joshua Zirkzee and Leny Yoro this summer as Erik ten Hag looks to prepare the team for the new Premier League campaign. Despite already getting two new signings through the door, United are continuing to be linked with further …

Man United braced for ‘serious’ interest in Bruno Fernandes as fresh exit link emerges

Bruno Fernandes is now attracting interest from Paris Saint-Germain as he continues to be linked with a move away from Manchester United. The United captain has attracted interest from Bayern Munich, Inter Milan and Saudi Arabia this summer amid uncertainty over his future. Fernandes is contracted at Old Trafford until 2026, and a new contract is understood not to …

Man Utd looking at Monaco midfielder Youssouf Fofana

Manchester United are looking at multiple options to strengthen their midfield department. The Red Devils have secured the signature of Joshua Zirkzee and Leny Yoro this summer, and they are now expected to focus on strengthening the midfield. Paris Saint-Germain’s Manuel Ugarte has already agreed terms with the Red Devils, but initial talks have highlighted a …

Dan Ashworth explains Ten Hag decision in open letter to Man United fans

Manchester United sporting director Dan Ashworth has opened up on the club’s decision to keep manager Erik ten Hag despite a woeful 2023/24 campaign. Fresh off a successful stint at Newcastle United, Ashworth arrived at United following a period on gardening leave. The 53-year-old has begun his role as sporting director and will work with …

Manchester United new boy Leny Yoro admits he cannot wait to test himself in the Premier League

The teenager sealed a move from Lille last week and made his first appearance in the 2-0 friendly win over Rangers in Edinburgh, performing with his customary style and composure. As Tour 2024, presented by Snapdragon, offers fresh tests, in the shape of Arsenal, Real Betis and Liverpool, the centre-back has admitted in his first major interview …

Manchester United’s Jarrad Branthwaite transfer hope becomes clear after Everton decision

Everton are set to reward Manchester United target Jarrad Branthwaite a new contract. The Merseyside club have so far rejected two offers of £43million and £50m from United for their defender this summer. Everton have valued Branthwaite at between £70-£80m and are determined to keep the 21-year-old, unless a huge bid is received. The defender’s price tag has …

Ratcliffe at it again as Man Utd launch optimistically low bid for Matthijs de Ligt

Manchester United are once again looking for a transfer bargain after reportedly submitting a lowball bid to Bayern Munich defender Matthijs de Ligt and amid strong claims the Dutchman will be allowed to leave this summer. After allowing centre-backs Raphael Varane and Willy Kambwala to leave Man Utd earlier this summer, minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe sought to …

Manchester United could rebuild midfield with £50.5m deal and £55m pre-season bonus

It’s been a good start to the summer for Manchester United, with arrivals secured in the two priority positions identified before the window opened to freshen up Erik ten Hag’s squad. A forward and a centre-back were considered the most pressing issues after the departures of Raphael Varane and Anthony Martial on free transfers. In Leny …