Manchester United have officially opened preliminary discussions with Bruno Fernandes regarding a new contract to keep the Portuguese international at Old Trafford. The Red Devils are determined to secure the long-term future of their captain following a summer of intense speculation linking him with a move away from the Premier League.
Harry Maguire has thrown his full support behind Marcus Rashford following the forward's long-awaited return to the Manchester United starting line-up at Old Trafford. The defender believes his teammate remains a vital component of the squad despite a difficult period that saw him linked with a move away from the club.
Manchester United won the last of their 13 Premier League titles in 2013 as Sir Alex Ferguson walked away. A 13-year barren run has been endured, but are the Red Devils closing in on top spot once more? Former captain Steve Bruce has answered that question for GOAL, with Michael Carrick’s side being warned that they are a “long way short of Arsenal” at present.
Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has voiced his frustration with Michael Carrick after the Red Devils boss opted against handing wonderkid Shea Lacey Premier League minutes. Despite a comfortable 5-2 victory over Ipswich Town at Old Trafford, Rooney believes a major chance to develop the club's next generation was wasted.
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