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Erik Ten Hag Risks His Manchester United Future as He Plays with Fire

Marcus Rashford is in disbelief as Erik ten Hag looked onward stoically and didn’t move. The face of David de Gear had been buried in the turf and he wished for the pitch of London Stadium to swallow him. Ten Hag’s mistake had been inexplicable and cost Man United their game against West Ham. The footballers couldn’t respond and their goalkeeper looked devoid of ability or confidence, just as against Sevilla where he had been at fault, too.

Manchester United’s Takeover in the Process

For those who are not in the know yet, there is a takeover happening for Manchester United and currently, bids are coming in. official news sources say that the club’s sale is coming into the final stages. Interested parties are putting in their bids as well as intent declarations. These will come in within the next ten days after which the Glazier unit will decide whom to hand over the reins of the company.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe, INEOS billionaire went public when he announced his intent to participate in the bids. There are other admirers as well who are keen to take the reins to manage Old Trafford. Raine Group hopes that the process will get into the final stages by the middle of March. By then the buyer would be selected by them, as they have been appointed to do so by the Glazers. Continue reading

Manchester United Unlikely to Extend the Contract of David De Gea

Only a few weeks remain before the January transfer window opens up. There is a lot of gossip swirling around regarding who is moving where.

According to the reports, Manchester United might not activate the contract extension of David de Gea in the summer and will rather look for a new goalkeeper as the 2022-2023 season comes to an end. If reports are to be believed 32-year old Spain international is keen to remain at Old Trafford for 12 months more, and Erik ten Hag, United Boss is open to the idea of a new number one. Continue reading Manchester United Unlikely to Extend the Contract of David De Gea

Manchester United Unlikely to Extend the Contract of David De Gea

Only a few weeks remain before the January transfer window opens up. There is a lot of gossip swirling around regarding who is moving where.

TEN HAG HAVE GAVE INSTRUCTIONS TO TWO UNITED STARS AFTER DECISION

Man Utd altered their tactics late on to rescue a point against Chelsea in the Premier League. For many fans, Casemiro’s passionate celebration will be the lasting memory of Manchester United’s dramatic draw against Chelsea at the weekend. After weeks of steady progress, this was the coronation moment for a summer signing who has made himself indispensable to the way United play.

Even before his goal, the Brazilian midfielder was the standout United player on the pitch. He was calm and composed in possession and carefully picked his passes, leading by example as Erik ten Hag’s side took the game to their opponents. Continue reading

MANCHESTER UNITED COULD SIGN ANOTHER CHRISTIAN ERIKSEN NEXT YEAR

It was in March 2020 when a 16-year-old Jude Bellingham was driven through the gates of Carrington to be given a tour of Manchester United’s training ground. Accompanied by his parents, the then-Birmingham City midfielder held talks with United’s transfer gurus and former manager Sir Alex Ferguson to gauge an understanding of the club, as they plotted a move for his signature that forthcoming summer. At the time, the hype around Bellingham was already beginning to take off, following a string of eye-catching performances in the Championship.

Despite the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic just a few weeks later, forcing the UK and much of Europe into lockdown — and causing the 2019/20 campaign to be paused, Bellingham remained a hot topic. Interest in his signature was developing at a rapid pace from across Europe. Continue reading

CHELSEA CURRENTLY LEADING THE RACE TO SIGN FRENKIE DE JONG FROM BARCA

According to a report by The Times, Frenkie de Jong is likelier to join Chelsea if he leaves Barcelona in the summer transfer window. The Dutch midfielder is also the subject of interest from the Blues’ Premier League rivals Manchester United over a possible move this month. Frenkie de Jong has been the face of one of the defining transfer sagas of the summer. The 25-year-old does not want to leave his dream club Barcelona, especially when he is on the cusp of reaching his peak. But the Catalan giants are scouring for ways to get him off their books to lighten the wage bill and register new signings.

With Barcelona yet to register Robert Lewandowski, Raphinha, and Jules Kounde for the 2022/23 La Liga season, balancing the books has become necessary. And de Jong is the cash cow for the Blaugrana, with several European heavyweights, including Chelsea and Manchester United, setting their sights on him. Continue reading

UNITED PLOTTING A MOVE FOR BROBBEY

Premier League heavyweights Manchester United are reportedly plotting a move for RB Leipzig attacker Brian Brobbey. This is according to the report from the stables of English publication The Times which stated that new Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag is keen to secure his transfer from RB Leipzig in a £13m deal. Dutch tactician Ten Hag has been in contact with Brobbey as he hopes to hijack the move for him. The former Ajax boss wants the player to sign for Manchester United rather than his former club.

Brobbey, 20, left Ajax Amsterdam to sign for German Bundesliga side RB Leipzig last summer, but he was unable to make a positive impression at the Europa League semifinalists. To this effect, RB Leipzig are keen to offload him this summer despite the fact that he has spent just one season at the club. It must be pointed out that Brobbey made his return to Ajax Amsterdam on loan for the second half of last season. Ajax Amsterdam are keen to make the move permanent, while Ten Hag and Manchester United are also interested in him. Continue reading

PREMIER LEAGUE TRIO KEEN ON PHILIPS

Three major Premier League teams are in the race to sign England international Kalvin Philips from Leeds United. Manchester United and Manchester City had previously been reported as major Premier League teams interested in signing the 25-year-old Englishman. West London giants Chelsea have now joined Manchester City and Manchester United in the race to sign the Leeds United star.

The interest of Chelsea in Philips was confirmed by the Si & Dan Talk Chelsea Podcast. It was disclosed that the immediate past European champions are major contenders for Philips. The Blues have joined Manchester United and their city rivals, Manchester City in the race to sign the England midfielder. Continue reading

UNITED END WINLESS RUN AGAINST BRENTFORD

Manchester United have ended their three-match winless run in the Premier League after they thrashed West London outfit Brentford 3-0 at home on Monday night. The Red Devils were able to get back to winning ways thanks to the goals from Bruno Fernandes, Cristiano Ronaldo and Raphael Varane.

Brentford came into the Manchester United game on the back of a very good run that has taken them close to safety on the Premier League log. They were on a four-match unbeaten run before they faced hosts Manchester United at the Theatre of Dreams. After losing 2-1 at the home of Leicester City, Brentford defeated West London rivals Chelsea (away), West Ham United (home) and Watford (away) before playing out a goalless draw at home to Champions League chasers Tottenham Hotspur to take their unbeaten run to four games. The Red Devils were able to stop the unbeaten sequence of results thanks to an emphatic victory. Continue reading