Unai Emery is on the verge of signing a new long-term contract at Aston Villa, dealing a significant blow to Manchester United. The Spanish head coach has been heavily linked with the Old Trafford dugout as pressure mounts on Michael Carrick, but he now looks ready to commit his future to Villa Park.
Mateus Mane was a rare glimmer of hope for Wolves in their Premier League relegation campaign of 2025-26, and Matt Jarvis has told GOAL why getting kicked in the Championship for a year will serve the talented wonderkid well. The hottest of prospects, who is still just 19 years of age, has already been linked with Liverpool and Manchester United.
The road to Madrid has begun with the league phase having reached its midway point - but which teams are currently looking in the best shape to go on and lift the European Cup?
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has suggested that pressures from beyond the dressing room have played a significant role in the club's disastrous start to the current campaign. Despite a morale-boosting victory in Europe, the Portuguese midfielder admitted that the environment surrounding Old Trafford has made life difficult for the players on the pitch.
Manchester United have intensified their scouting of Como centre-back Jacobo Ramon as they search for a long-term successor to Lisandro Martinez ahead of 2027. The 21-year-old Spaniard caught the eye of Old Trafford chiefs when he scored against the Red Devils during a 4-1 Champions League victory two weeks ago.
Aston Villa have publicly confirmed that Unai Emery is committed to the club beyond 2029 after positive talks with chairman Nassef Sawiris, ending speculation over a move to Manchester United. The Spaniard has been strongly linked with replacing Michael Carrick at Old Trafford, where Villa travel this weekend in need of a response to Tuesday's 3-0 Champions League defeat to Barcelona.
Kasper Schmeichel has urged Manchester United fans to get behind Michael Carrick's side, warning that protests against the club's owners are hurting the players. The former Celtic goalkeeper praised supporters for staying put during Tuesday's comeback win over Roma, and insists they now have the chance to influence results in a testing run against Aston Villa and Liverpool.
Manchester United are bracing themselves for the loss of JJ Gabriel after the 16-year-old reached a verbal agreement to join Real Madrid in January. Paul Merson believes the Red Devils will be devastated to see one of Europe's brightest young talents leave Old Trafford, and has called for the rules that allowed the teenager to move abroad to be changed.
Diogo Dalot has warned his Manchester United team-mates that no one is safe from scrutiny as the club looks to navigate a period of intense crisis at Old Trafford. The Portuguese defender insists the burden of expectation falls on every individual within the squad, not just under-fire manager Michael Carrick.
Michael Carrick appeared to have a heated exchange with Matheus Cunha following Manchester United's stunning Champions League turnaround against Roma on Tuesday night. Despite the Brazilian forward inspiring a massive victory at Old Trafford, the Red Devils boss was seen directing his match-winner toward the tunnel immediately after the full-time whistle.
Bryan Cristante has expressed his frustration over a controversial penalty decision after AS Roma surrendered a two-goal lead to lose against Manchester United. The Italian midfielder urged his team-mates to fix their defensive frailties following another dramatic collapse at Old Trafford.
Gian Piero Gasperini has admitted that Roma’s latest Champions League collapse against Manchester United has left a bitter taste, insisting the defeat offers a harsher lesson than their previous failure against Real Madrid. The Giallorossi threw away a two-goal lead at Old Trafford, echoing a worrying trend of mental fragility that has plagued their European campaign.
Bruno Fernandes has revealed the thought process behind his crucial retaken penalty that sparked a dramatic Manchester United comeback against Roma. The Portuguese midfielder admitted he was fortunate to receive a second opportunity after a disastrous start to the Champions League clash at Old Trafford.
Real Madrid have won the race ahead of several European heavyweights to capture Manchester United youth prospect JJ Gabriel following his refusal to return to Carrington. The 16-year-old talent has already begun training in the Spanish capital while waiting for his departure from Old Trafford to be formally ratified.
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has confirmed that Carlos Baleba suffered a hamstring injury during their thrilling Champions League victory over Roma. The Cameroon international pulled up in visible pain early in the second half, casting a shadow over an otherwise spectacular comeback win at Old Trafford.
A major rift has emerged between Premier League clubs as a selection of rivals push for a fresh investigation into Manchester City’s financial affairs. Despite the Etihad giants already facing the fallout of 114 guilty verdict, there is a growing appetite to scrutinise the club’s books for the period following 2018.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has lauded the impact of teenage sensation Shea Lacey following a breathtaking second-half comeback against Roma. The Red Devils looked set for another damaging defeat before a tactical reshuffle and a spark from the bench transformed the atmosphere at Old Trafford.
Peter Schmeichel has heaped praise on Youri Tielemans after the midfielder inspired a dramatic Champions League fightback against Roma at Old Trafford. The Manchester United legend believes the thrilling victory could serve as a major turning point for manager Michael Carrick.
Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes has backed ex-team-mate David Beckham to spearhead a takeover bid that would end the reign of the Glazer family and Sir Jim Ratcliffe at Old Trafford. Amid growing supporter frustration with the current hierarchy, the pundit believes the Inter Miami co-owner could help reset the club.
Michael Carrick has described Manchester United’s dramatic comeback victory over Roma as an "important night" for the club, though he was quick to downplay suggestions that their season has reached a definitive turning point. The Red Devils overcame a two-goal deficit at Old Trafford to secure a vital 3-2 win, halting a dismal run of ten matches without a victory.
Manchester United minority owners INEOS have sanctioned a managerial dismissal at FC Lausanne-Sport while debate intensifies over the future of Old Trafford boss Michael Carrick. Sir Jim Ratcliffe's chemical group parted ways with head coach Luka Elsner on Tuesday after just five months in charge of the struggling Swiss outfit.
Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand joins Adebayo Akinfenwa on the Beast Mode On Podcast for an honest conversation about the Red Devils' decline, and what needs to change to get them back to the top. The former England centre-back gives his thoughts on Michael Carrick's future, reflects on the standards set under Sir Alex Ferguson, and much, much more.
Wayne Rooney heavily criticised Bruno Fernandes for a lack of effort during Manchester United’s dramatic comeback victory against Roma. Despite Matheus Cunha inspiring a remarkable turnaround to save Michael Carrick's blushes, Rooney was left furious by the club captain's defensive work rate.
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