Could there be a Bruno trade at Manchester United this summer as club captain Fernandes heads for the exits and Brazilian star Guimaraes arrives from Newcastle? Questions continue to be asked of how long Fernandes will stick around at Old Trafford, but former Red Devils and Magpies striker Michael Owen has told GOAL why any thoughts of replacing the Portuguese playmaker should be shelved.
The annual NXGN lists are back for 2026, as GOAL ranks the world's top teenage talents in men's and women's football, crowning winners that will follow in the footsteps of the likes of Jude Bellingham, Rodrygo, Gianluigi Donnarumma and Vicky Lopez in being recognised as the best young footballers on the planet.
Former Manchester United defender Gary Pallister firmly believes interim manager Michael Carrick has earned the right to be appointed permanently at Old Trafford. As his highly impressive temporary spell in charge continues, the ex-star insists the club hierarchy could not have demanded better results or a more positive impact, urging them to secure his long-term future immediately.
Manchester United duo Benjamin Sesko and Bryan Mbeumo have withdrawn from international duty with injuries, the club has confirmed. The pair have been crucial to the Red Devils' recent turnaround, helping to fire Michael Carrick's side up to third in the Premier League, but will now spend the March break at home rather than represent Slovenia and Cameroon respectively.
Bayern Munich will reportedly consider selling left-back Alphonso Davies this summer due to his consistent injury problems. The Canada international has often been linked with a transfer away from Bavaria but signed a new contract last year which runs until 2030. However, the 25-year-old has struggled to stay fit in recent years and the German giants are weighing up whether to cash in, with Manchester United thought to be interested.
Gary Neville was seen shushing a Manchester City supporter after being targeted by inane and witless jeers from the stands during Sunday's Carabao Cup final. The former Manchester United and England defender was at Wembley Stadium to co-commentate on City's victory over Arsenal as Nico O'Reilly scored a brace but was forced to engage with one fan who attempted to rile him up.
Manchester United are reportedly plotting a daring summer raid for Arsenal’s Myles Lewis-Skelly as they look to solve their long-standing left-back issues. The 19-year-old Hale End graduate has struggled for consistent minutes at the Emirates Stadium this season after falling behind Piero Hincapie and Riccardo Calafiori in the pecking order. Consequently, the Red Devils have identified the versatile defender as a primary target for the upcoming transfer window.
Mason Greenwood is reportedly ready to end his time in France as he targets a high-profile move to Juventus this summer. The former Manchester United forward has enjoyed a clinical season with Marseille but is now looking to continue his career in Serie A. Greenwood has also decided to head to Italy after realising a return to the Premier League will not be possible.
Mick McCarthy has reignited his feud with Roy Keane as the ex-Republic of Ireland manager considers Manchester United’s legendary former midfielder to be a “c**t”. The pair endured an infamous falling out ahead of the 2002 World Cup that is now the subject of a film from Steve Coogan. Time does not appear to have been a good healer when it comes to historic divides.
Manchester United have stepped up their search for a midfield anchor after holding a private meeting with the representatives of Newcastle United star Bruno Guimaraes. With Casemiro’s departure now confirmed for the end of the season, the Red Devils have identified the Brazil international as the leading candidate to overhaul their engine room.
Former England and Newcastle striker Alan Shearer says refereeing standards in the Premier League are deteriorating due to an overreliance on VAR. Shearer spoke out after VAR came in for more scrutiny after Manchester United's 2-2 draw with Bournemouth. Referee Stuart Attwell angered the Red Devils by refusing to award a penalty for a challenge on Amad Diallo and then giving Bournemouth a spot-kick for a similar challenge by Harry Maguire on Evanilson.
Manchester United wonderkid JJ Gabriel has been thrilling fans with his eye-catching performances for Darren Fletcher's Under-18s this season. He's already been called up to training with Michael Carrick's senior squad but is too young to make his first-team debut in the current campaign. However, supporters may not have to wait too much longer to see the talented teenager make his first senior appearance for the Red Devils.
Manchester United are prepared to lodge a formal grievance with refereeing body PGMOL following a controversial 2-2 draw at Bournemouth. The Red Devils believe a VAR blunder denied them a crucial penalty that could have altered their Champions League pursuit, dropping two points in Friday's trip to the Vitality Stadium.
Manchester United are preparing to reward homegrown star Kobbie Mainoo with a lucrative new long-term deal at Old Trafford. The teenage midfielder is set for a significant salary hike following his impressive form under head coach Michael Carrick, who has relied upon the England international since taking over from Ruben Amorim.
Michael Carrick has let loose on the standards of officiating after Manchester United were held to a 2-2 draw at Bournemouth on Friday night. The Red Devils boss branded the refereeing display as"crazy", "mental" and "baffling" after his side were denied what he believed was a clear second penalty in the game, with the hosts scoring almost immediately after play was waved on.
Bruno Fernandes has revealed his fury after Manchester United were held to a 2-2 draw by Bournemouth on Friday evening. The Portugal international scored from the penalty spot in the game, but he was incandescent at the Red Devils being denied a second spot-kick after Amad Diallo was pushed over in the area, especially as Bournemouth were awarded a spot-kick for a similar-looking foul.
Harry Maguire marked his return to the England squad in an unwanted manner as he was sent off in Manchester United's disappointing 2-2 draw at Bournemouth. The Red Devils twice took the lead in the second half, from a Bruno Fernandes penalty and then an own goal by James Hill. But they were pegged back each time and had reason to complain for the Cherries' first equaliser.
Jose Mourinho has paid tribute to former coach and long-time friend Silvino Louro after he tragically passed away. The former Manchester United and Chelsea coach has died at the age of 67, leading to an outpouring of emotion from the Benfica boss, as well as former Red Devils goalkeeper David de Gea.
Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe has vehemently dismissed reports claiming that Bruno Guimaraes is in "advanced talks" to join Manchester United. Howe expressed visible frustration over the timing of these rumors, as the ninth-placed Magpies fight to secure a European spot for next season.
Manchester United are finalising new deals for Kobbie Mainoo and Harry Maguire. Under Michael Carrick’s leadership, the club is moving fast to reward key performers and solidify a squad currently sitting third in the Premier League. This resurgence marks a tactical shift, securing both a rising prodigy and a veteran leader for the long term.
Manuel Ugarte has been advised to leave Manchester United in the next transfer window, with Gus Poyet still disappointed that his fellow Uruguayan snubbed a move to Chelsea. A switch to Old Trafford has not played out as planned for the South American midfielder, with Poyet telling GOAL why the 24-year-old finds himself entering a career-defining “big summer”.
Thomas Tuchel has handed Harry Maguire his first England call-up in a year, rewarding the Manchester United centre-back for his resurgence under interim boss Michael Carrick. Maguire is among several notable inclusions as Tuchel names his final squad for the upcoming international friendlies before selecting his 25 players for this summer's World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has opened up on his "aggressive" management personality ahead of Friday's Premier League trip to Bournemouth, admitting that losing to Newcastle left him genuinely angry. The manager also confirmed that defender Matthijs de Ligt's return from a back problem remains unclear, as the Red Devils enter a crucial stretch of the campaign.
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