Manchester United Overview

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Fulham add Amorim to list of candidates as Arbeloa talks opened

Fulham have commenced discussions with former Real Madrid boss Alvaro Arbeloa regarding their managerial vacancy following Marco Silva's departure to Benfica. The West London outfit are thoroughly exploring their options and have also added former Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim to an ambitious shortlist of potential candidates.

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Forest reject £106m City bid for Anderson with Man Utd pulling out

Manchester City have seen a staggering £106 million bid for midfield star Elliot Anderson rejected by Nottingham Forest. The Manchester giants are pushing hard to secure the 23-year-old, but the Tricky Trees are holding out for a fee that would shatter the British transfer record.

Rashford to Chelsea? Blues legend talks up surprise transfer amid Barca uncertainty

Chelsea legend Joe Cole has urged the Blues to consider a sensational swoop for Marcus Rashford as the Manchester United forward prepares to return to Old Trafford. The 28-year-old spent a successful season on loan at Barcelona but now finds himself in transfer limbo ahead of a crucial summer window.

Rashford to make Man Utd return as Barca pass up purchase option

The Marcus Rashford adventure at Barcelona has reached its conclusion as the Catalan giants have reportedly decided not to exercise their purchase option on the Manchester United forward. Despite a productive loan spell in La Liga, the England international is now surplus to requirements at the Spotify Camp Nou after Barca's capture of Anthony Gordon, and he will head back to Old Trafford.

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Sancho officially leaves Man Utd as club issues short statement on 12-goal winger

Manchester United have officially confirmed that Jadon Sancho will depart the club as a free agent following the expiration of his contract. The winger, who arrived with world-class expectations, leaves Old Trafford after a turbulent period that saw him fail to replicate the scintillating form that made him a star in the Bundesliga.

Keane reveals 'mature' Fernandes chat after public feud

Manchester United legend Roy Keane has opened up on a private phone call with current club captain Bruno Fernandes after a high-profile war of words. The pair have been at odds over Keane's criticism of the midfielder's quest for individual records, but it appears the hatchet has finally been buried.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	Arsenal	38	26	7	5	71	27	44	85	W W W W W
2	Manchester City	38	23	9	6	77	35	42	78	L D W W D
3	Manchester United	38	20	11	7	69	50	19	71	W W D W W
4	Aston Villa	38	19	8	11	56	49	7	65	W W D L L
5	Liverpool	38	17	9	12	63	53	10	60	D L D L W

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Team

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PTS

Form

Arsenal

W
W
W
W
W

Manchester City

L
D
W
W
D

Manchester United

W
W
D
W
W

Aston Villa

W
W
D
L
L

Liverpool

D
L
D
L
W

Frequently asked questions

When were Manchester United founded?

Manchester United were founded in 1878, although under a different name at first - Newton Heath LYR. The name Manchester United was born in April 1902, beating alternative suggestions like Manchester Central and Manchester Celtic.

Who are the owners of Manchester United?

Manchester United are currently co-owned by the Glazer family, as well as INEOS founder Sir Jim Ratcliffe. In February, Ratcliffe bought an initial 25% stake in the club, ganing control over all the sporting operations.

What is Manchester United's stadium called?

Manchester United play their home games at the Old Trafford, which is also known as the 'Theatre Of Dreams' among fans and pundits.

What is Old Trafford's capacity?

Old Trafford has a capacity of 74,310, making it UK's second-biggest football stadium in terms of capacity (behind Wembley).

How many trophies have Manchester United won?

Manchester United have an impressive haul of 68 trophies in their prestigious history, which includes 20 league titles, three Champions Leagues, as well as 13 FA Cups.

How many Premier League (top flight) titles have Manchester United won?

Manchester United have won a record 20 English top flight titles. They have won 13 titles in the Premier League era, all of them coming under Sir Alex Ferguson. United, though, haven't lifted the Premier League trophy since the 2012-13 season.

Who has made the most appearances for Manchester United?

With 963 appearances to his name, Ryan Giggs holds the record of making the most appearances for Manchester United. Giggs made his debut for the club in March 1991 and spent his entire professional career, spanning 23 years, at Old Trafford.

Who is Manchester United's all-time top goalscorer?

Wayne Rooney is Manchester United's all-time top goalscorer with 253 goals in 559 games for the club. He spent 13 years at the club, from 2004 to 2017.

Which famous players have played for Manchester United?

Eric Cantona, Cristiano Ronaldo, George Best, Paul Scholes, Wayne Rooney, Rio Ferdinand, Edwin van der Sar, Zlatan Ibrahimovic, Angel Di Maria, and Denis Irwin are some of the most famous players to have donned the Manchester United colours.

Which famous managers have been in charge of Manchester United?

Sir Matt Busby, Sir Alex Ferguson, Jose Mourinho, David Moyes, and Louis van Gaal are among the most famous to have been at the helm at Old Trafford.

What is Manchester United's nickname?

Manchester United are famously known as The Red Devils among their fans and rivals alike. The term was introduced by the legendary Sir Matt Busby in the 1960s – after the tragic Munich air disaster – seeking inspiration from a local rugby club from Salford, who were referred to as "Les Diables Rouges" (The Red Devils) when they toured France in 1934.