Ruben Amorim launched a furious attack on Manchester United players after an embarrassing Carabao Cup exit as the Red Devils boss vowed to fix mounting problems. United’s season lurched into full-blown crisis on Wednesday night as League Two minnows Grimsby edged them 12-11 in penalty shootout. The tie had already descended into chaos before the shootout, with United forced to rescue themselves from two goals down against opponents who cost a fraction of their squad value.
Grimsby goalkeeper Christy Pym admitted that he is a Manchester United fan and was "half fuming" after Ruben Amorim's side dismal performance in the Carabao Cup defeat. The League Two side delivered a night of pure footballing theatre, dumping the Red Devils out of the Carabao Cup in an extraordinary second-round tie that ended with an 18-minute penalty shootout. They held their nerve, edging United 12-11 on spot-kicks after a 2-2 draw.
AC Milan have joined the race to sign Chelsea outcast Christopher Nkunku before the summer transfer window closes. The Serie A giants have contacted the Blues to discuss a potential deal for the forgotten Frenchman, who has struggled for game time at Stamford Bridge since Enzo Maresca took charge of the club last summer. Nkunku is open to a move away from the Blues.
Harry Kane turned hero for Bayern Munich despite a missed penalty, as his later winner sent Bayern Munich to the next round of DFB Pokal following a valiant fight from Wehen Wiesbaden.
Pep Guardiola has called up three Manchester City youth players to train with the first team, including England and Liverpool legend Emile Heskey's son Reigan. The Cityzens are gearing up to face Brighton next in the Premier League and will aim to get back to winning ways after a frustrating 2-0 loss against Tottenham Hotspur last weekend.
Italian champions Napoli have emerged as a surprise contender to sign out-of-favour Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo this summer. Mainoo, who is struggling for game time under Ruben Amorim, is open to the idea of leaving Old Trafford in this window. The youngster is keen on playing in the Champions League this season, something Napoli will guarantee.