Manchester United news

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has expressed his deep admiration for Atletico Madrid's sustained excellence under Diego Simeone ahead of their upcoming European showdown. The former midfielder insisted that the Red Devils are preparing for the clash with the same level of intensity and respect they would afford to Spanish giants Barcelona or Real Madrid.

Diego Simeone has warned his Atletico Madrid side that Manchester United remain an extremely dangerous opponent despite their underwhelming start to the domestic campaign. The two European heavyweights are set to collide at the Metropolitano on Tuesday in a high-stakes Champions League encounter.

Michael Carrick has issued a defiant message to his critics, insisting that he retains total belief in his Manchester United squad despite a difficult opening to the new campaign. The Red Devils boss acknowledged the growing frustration among the Old Trafford faithful but remained adamant that the current struggles are merely a necessary hurdle in the club's long-term journey.

Michael Carrick faces a race against time to get his key men fit as Manchester United prepare for a daunting Champions League trip to the Spanish capital. The Red Devils were dealt a major blow during their final session at Carrington as several first-team stars remained sidelined.

Manchester United wonderkid JJ Gabriel appears destined for the Old Trafford exit door, with Real Madrid increasingly confident of securing his signature. The 16-year-old sensation shocked the Red Devils by requesting to terminate his registration after missing out on recent first-team opportunities.

Manchester United legend Dwight Yorke has expressed deep concern regarding Michael Carrick’s treatment of £74 million striker Benjamin Sesko. The former forward is thoroughly confused by the manager's reluctance to start the talented target man when he is fully fit and available for selection.

Jesse Lingard has been warned by former Manchester United team-mate Anderson that passionate supporters in Brazil will either “love you or hate you”. The ex-England international is now on the books of Corinthians, with a one-time colleague at Old Trafford telling GOAL that fans in South America will go to extreme lengths if their patience is tested.

Serious questions are being asked of Michael Carrick’s future at Manchester United, as the shortest priced entry in Premier League sack race markets, but Michael Owen has explained to GOAL why the man calling shots at Old Trafford “deserves time”. The Red Devils only handed a permanent contract to their current head coach in May, but are said to be already regretting that decision.

Wayne Rooney has been told what he “should have” done to prevent managerial flops at Birmingham and Plymouth. The Manchester United legend has been out of coaching since leaving Home Park in late December 2024, with former Everton team-mate Alan Stubbs telling GOAL why the former England international is unlikely to head back into the dugout any time soon.

Eddie Howe is reportedly keen on becoming the next Manchester United manager if the club decides to part ways with Michael Carrick. The former Newcastle boss is currently taking a break from football but views the Old Trafford position as a highly attractive opportunity amid United's poor start to the season.