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Scholes says Man Utd should sell Yoro & SEVEN other Man Utd players

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has delivered a brutal assessment of the current squad, identifying eight high-profile stars who should be offloaded during the upcoming summer transfer window, including Leny Yoro. As the club navigates a transitional period under interim manager Michael Carrick, the former midfielder insists that a ruthless clear-out is essential to satisfy financial regulations and fund a necessary rebuild.

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Six Man Utd back-ups set to benefit from AFCON absences

The Africa Cup of Nations is the biggest event for the continent's football outside of the World Cup, but for clubs, especially ones in the Premier League, it can create a major headache. This time around, the next month could be a particularly painful period for Manchester United, as the tournament will deprive them of three of their usual starting XI in Noussair Mazraoui, Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo.

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Man Utd complain to FIFA over Morocco not letting Mazraoui play Bournemouth

Manchester United reportedly complained to FIFA after Morocco refused to allow Noussair Mazraoui to play in the club's Premier League game against Bournemouth. The Red Devils believed that the defender should have been eligible under the Africa Cup of Nations release arrangements. FIFA’s regulations state that players selected for AFCON squads must be released seven days before their nation’s opening fixture, with the release period beginning on December 15 - the day of the Bournemouth clash.

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Amorim FINALLY changes tactics! Man Utd tweak explained

Ruben Amorim is reportedly ready to finally change tack at Manchester United and move away from his much-maligned 3-4-3 system. The Portuguese is being backed into a corner as Bryan Mbeumo, Amad and Noussair Mazraoui prepare to head off on Africa Cup of Nations duty. Their absence could lead to the Red Devils reverting to a back-four system.

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Man Utd want AFCON delay for Mbeumo and key team-mates

Head coach Ruben Amorim says Manchester United will attempt to delay the departures of Bryan Mbeumo, Amad Diallo and Noussair Mazraoui to the Africa Cup of Nations. The Portuguese is keen to keep hold of the trio for as long as possible as the Red Devils prepare for a hectic festive schedule which will see them play six Premier League games in December.

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Amorim's new leaders dish out dressing room 'b*llocking'

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has revived an old leadership model in the team as he created a six-man leadership group in the Red Devils' dressing room, consisting of players of two different age groups. Amorim is deperate to improve the team's standards after a nightmare 2024-25 campaign, where the club finished 15th in the Premier League and lost the Europa League final to Tottenham.

Frequently asked questions

Lionel Messi is a versatile attacker who has featured both through the middle and in a free role from the right, allowing him to cut inside on to his stronger left foot.

Lionel Messi was born in Rosario, Santa Fe, in Argentina on June 24, 1987.

The Argentine maestro wears the number he has been known to don for the majority of his career, the No. 10, at MLS outfit Inter Miami.

Lionel Messi is often among the shortest players on a football pitch, standing at just 1.70m (5ft 7in). However, it is due to his low center of gravity which has made him one of the most fearsome forces to be reckoned with in football history.

Lionel Messi weighs 67kg (148 lbs), his low weight aiding him in gaining high bursts of acceleration and gliding past defenders as if they were never there.

Lionel Messi began his journey in football with local club Grandoli at the age of four, in 1992, before joining the team he loved the most, Newell's Old Boys, at the age of six. He stayed with the Argentine club until 2000, when he made the switch to Barcelona.

Lionel Messi and his wife Antonella Roccuzzo have three sons: Mateo, Thiago, and Ciro.

Lionel Messi is married to Argentine model and media personality Antonella Roccuzzo. The couple exchanged vows back in 2017.