Manchester United’s hopes of mounting a Premier League recovery have been dealt a significant setback following the news that Carlos Baleba faces a long period out of action. The former Brighton midfielder, who has become a prominent figure since his big-money move, was forced off during a dramatic European victory at Old Trafford.
Manchester United academy prospect JJ Gabriel has made his preference for Real Madrid over arch-rivals Barcelona clear while targeting a future Ballon d'Or triumph. The 16-year-old English talent is already completing individual training sessions in the Spanish capital as Los Blancos work to finalise his switch to their Castilla reserve side.
Troy Deeney has urged Folarin Balogun to turn down a January move to Manchester United, warning that the Old Trafford project would set the Monaco striker back. United are expected to bring in a new forward with Benjamin Sesko out until 2027, but the former Watford striker insists they have not given a striker the support to succeed in the last decade.
Three people were arrested for throwing objects onto the pitch as Manchester United fans protested against the club's ownership during Tuesday's 3-2 Champions League win over Roma. Tennis balls rained down from the Stretford End with Michael Carrick's side 2-0 down, and play was stopped while players cleared them, before a stirring second-half comeback.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has called on his players to use their midweek European heroics as a springboard for domestic consistency. Speaking ahead of a high-stakes encounter with Aston Villa, the Red Devils boss also took time to reflect on the immense influence of Sir Alex Ferguson as the club marks a major milestone for the legendary Scotsman.
Real Madrid are closing in on one of the most sought-after teenagers in world football, and they have Jude Bellingham to thank for tipping the scales in their favour. The Spanish giants have emerged as the clear frontrunners for Manchester United wonderkid JJ Gabriel, navigating a crowded field of elite suitors.
Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford has offered a glowing assessment of Barcelona prodigy Lamine Yamal, suggesting the teenager is the natural heir to Lionel Messi’s throne. The England international, who previously spent time at Camp Nou, believes the young winger is destined for the very top of the world game
Jamie Carragher has refused to back away from his controversial assessment of the hierarchy in English football, despite a heated fallout with Aston Villa supporters. The former Liverpool defender previously sparked outrage by suggesting Unai Emery should be targeted by Manchester United, a comment that nearly landed him in a legal battle.
Manchester United's hunt for a potential successor to Michael Carrick has hit a significant roadblock after Didier Deschamps reportedly turned down the chance to move to Old Trafford. The former France head coach was high on the club's shortlist as they look to navigate a disastrous start to the new Premier League campaign.
Ryan Giggs has urged talented teenager JJ Gabriel to reconsider his decision to walk away from Manchester United. The legendary winger believes the wantaway forward is making a massive mistake by rushing his development and should instead learn from Arsenal prodigy Max Dowman.
Manchester United are bracing for a high-stakes legal confrontation with Real Madrid as teenage prodigy JJ Gabriel nears an exit from Old Trafford. The 16-year-old sensation has reportedly agreed to join the Spanish giants after effectively cutting ties with the Premier League side earlier this season.
Manchester United co-owner Avram Glazer has sparked a fresh wave of controversy by suggesting that the club does not need to achieve success on the pitch to remain a commercial powerhouse. His comments come at a delicate time for the Red Devils, who are currently struggling near the bottom of the Premier League table.
Unai Emery is on the verge of signing a new long-term contract at Aston Villa, dealing a significant blow to Manchester United. The Spanish head coach has been heavily linked with the Old Trafford dugout as pressure mounts on Michael Carrick, but he now looks ready to commit his future to Villa Park.
Mateus Mane was a rare glimmer of hope for Wolves in their Premier League relegation campaign of 2025-26, and Matt Jarvis has told GOAL why getting kicked in the Championship for a year will serve the talented wonderkid well. The hottest of prospects, who is still just 19 years of age, has already been linked with Liverpool and Manchester United.
The road to Madrid has begun with the league phase having reached its midway point - but which teams are currently looking in the best shape to go on and lift the European Cup?
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has suggested that pressures from beyond the dressing room have played a significant role in the club's disastrous start to the current campaign. Despite a morale-boosting victory in Europe, the Portuguese midfielder admitted that the environment surrounding Old Trafford has made life difficult for the players on the pitch.
Manchester United have intensified their scouting of Como centre-back Jacobo Ramon as they search for a long-term successor to Lisandro Martinez ahead of 2027. The 21-year-old Spaniard caught the eye of Old Trafford chiefs when he scored against the Red Devils during a 4-1 Champions League victory two weeks ago.
Aston Villa have publicly confirmed that Unai Emery is committed to the club beyond 2029 after positive talks with chairman Nassef Sawiris, ending speculation over a move to Manchester United. The Spaniard has been strongly linked with replacing Michael Carrick at Old Trafford, where Villa travel this weekend in need of a response to Tuesday's 3-0 Champions League defeat to Barcelona.
Kasper Schmeichel has urged Manchester United fans to get behind Michael Carrick's side, warning that protests against the club's owners are hurting the players. The former Celtic goalkeeper praised supporters for staying put during Tuesday's comeback win over Roma, and insists they now have the chance to influence results in a testing run against Aston Villa and Liverpool.
Manchester United are bracing themselves for the loss of JJ Gabriel after the 16-year-old reached a verbal agreement to join Real Madrid in January. Paul Merson believes the Red Devils will be devastated to see one of Europe's brightest young talents leave Old Trafford, and has called for the rules that allowed the teenager to move abroad to be changed.
Diogo Dalot has warned his Manchester United team-mates that no one is safe from scrutiny as the club looks to navigate a period of intense crisis at Old Trafford. The Portuguese defender insists the burden of expectation falls on every individual within the squad, not just under-fire manager Michael Carrick.
Michael Carrick appeared to have a heated exchange with Matheus Cunha following Manchester United's stunning Champions League turnaround against Roma on Tuesday night. Despite the Brazilian forward inspiring a massive victory at Old Trafford, the Red Devils boss was seen directing his match-winner toward the tunnel immediately after the full-time whistle.
Bryan Cristante has expressed his frustration over a controversial penalty decision after AS Roma surrendered a two-goal lead to lose against Manchester United. The Italian midfielder urged his team-mates to fix their defensive frailties following another dramatic collapse at Old Trafford.
Gian Piero Gasperini has admitted that Roma’s latest Champions League collapse against Manchester United has left a bitter taste, insisting the defeat offers a harsher lesson than their previous failure against Real Madrid. The Giallorossi threw away a two-goal lead at Old Trafford, echoing a worrying trend of mental fragility that has plagued their European campaign.