Former England boss Gareth Southgate has sought to distance himself from reports suggesting that he could make a return to club management with Manchester United. The 55-year-old stepped down from his role with the Three Lions after enduring more European Championship heartache in 2024. Rather than heading back to the dugout, Southgate is planning to star in a “different movie”.
Just five months ago Oliver Glasner was looking like a serious candidate to be the next Manchester United manager. On the day serious doubts about Ruben Amorim's future began to emerge following the limp defeat at Brentford in late September, Glasner's Crystal Palace beat Liverpool, halting the Red's seven-game winning streak and leaving the Eagles as the only unbeaten team in the Premier League.
Barcelona have finally made a decision on whether to sign Marcus Rashford once his loan spell comes to an end. The England international completed a switch to the La Liga giants last summer, and has impressed during his time in Spain. The defending champions, though, have been weighing up whether or not to take up the option to make the transfer permanent.
Aaron Wan-Bissaka has lifted the lid on his complicated relationship with former Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag and explained what led to him leaving the Red Devils to join West Ham in 2024. Wan-Bissaka joined United in 2019 from Crystal Palace for £50m but he has revealed how difficult it was for him to settle in at the club despite him getting on with then coach Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has given an update on Matthijs de Ligt as the Dutchman continues his recovery from a back injury. The coach also had positive news about another stricken United player as his side prepare to welcome Crystal Palace to Old Trafford on Sunday, when the Red Devils will be looking for their fourth consecutive home victory.
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has issued a prickly response to rumours linking Anthony Gordon with a big money transfer away from St. James' Park. Gordon is reportedly on Liverpool's radar as the Reds weigh up a move for the England international in a bid to rectify their left wing issues. The defending champions aren't the only side reportedly keen on the former Everton man, however.
Angel di Maria has lifted the lid on why his time at Manchester United was such a disappointment. The winger joined United for a then club record fee of £60m just after helping Real Madrid win their first Champions League in 12 years and reaching the World Cup final with Argentina. But after a promising start he began to struggle at the Red Devils and sought an exit after his first season.
Marcus Rashford has been warned over making a “lazy” and “half-hearted” return to Manchester United. The Old Trafford academy graduate is facing an uncertain future as Barcelona mull over whether to turn a loan deal at Camp Nou into a permanent transfer. Ex-Red Devils star Lee Sharpe has told GOAL why Rashford has some big decisions to make in 2026.
Manchester United’s rising star Senne Lammens has opened up about the brutal physical demands of English football, describing the modern penalty area as a battlefield. Despite the daunting nature of the competition, the young stopper insists on embracing the challenge of being targeted by opposition attackers.
Marcus Rashford could be set for a sensational and rapid return to the Premier League this summer, even if Barcelona decide to trigger their option to sign him permanently from Manchester United. The England international has revitalised his career in Catalonia, but the Spanish giants are reportedly weighing up a move that would see them act as a middleman to generate much-needed funds.
The shocking amount Manchester United are set to pay Ruben Amorim and his coaching team has been revealed. The Portuguese was relieved of his managerial duties at Old Trafford on January 5. He took in just 63 games at the helm, over the course of 14 months, with that ill-fated tenure set to cost the Red Devils close to £16 million ($22m).
Former Manchester United star Jesse Lingard is reportedly in "advanced talks" over a transfer to Brazilian side Corinthians. The 33-year-old is set for a new challenge after leaving FC Seoul at the end of last year and now looks to be heading to South America. If the transfer goes ahead it would see Lingard link up with former Manchester United team-mate Memphis Depay.
Patrick Dorgu's international manager, Brian Reimer, is hopeful that the full-back will be able to play for Denmark during the March international break. The Manchester United left-back is currently injured, and has been out since the clash with Arsenal at the end of January. However, he is now on the recovery trail which will be a boost for Michael Carrick.
The likes of Arsenal, Liverpool and Manchester City have been warned that Manchester United are not “a million miles away” from coming back into Premier League title contention. The Red Devils have failed to capture a top-flight crown since Sir Alex Ferguson retired in 2013, but Lee Sharpe has told GOAL why more shrewd transfer business could restore domestic dominance at Old Trafford.
Former Manchester United and England star Lee Sharpe has told GOAL why struggles under Ruben Amorim may end up working in Kobbie Mainoo’s favour. The 20-year-old midfielder has returned to favour at club level under interim Red Devils boss Michael Carrick and is considered to be in contention for an international recall ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
Manchester United are reportedly ready to sanction the departure of Altay Bayindir this summer as the club continue their aggressive strategy to streamline the first-team squad. The Turkish international, who arrived at Old Trafford with high hopes of challenging for the number one spot, is set to return to his homeland after struggling to break into Michael Carrick’s starting XI. According to the latest reports coming out of Turkey, the Red Devils have reached a formal agreement with Super Lig giants Besiktas to offload the goalkeeper in the upcoming transfer window, marking a significant step in United's mission to reduce their bloated wage bill and recoup funds for future reinforcements.
Manchester United have been urged to hand Harry Maguire a new contract ahead of the experienced defender becoming a free agent this summer. The 32-year-old has spent seven seasons at Old Trafford, but is seeing questions asked of his future as his current deal runs down. Steve Bruce believes that fresh terms should be offered to the former “whipping boy”.
Bruno Fernandes will be remembered as a “great” when the day comes to leave Manchester United, but Lee Sharpe has explained to GOAL why the Portuguese may not secure legend status at Old Trafford. The all-action midfielder has been a talismanic presence for the Red Devils across recent seasons, with transfer speculation suggesting that he could soon be on the move.
Just seven weeks after his sudden dismissal from Manchester United, a surprise return to management could already be on the cards for Ruben Amorim. Having been out of work since his 14-month spell at Old Trafford ended, the Portuguese coach has reportedly emerged as a target for Brazilian giants Vasco da Gama to replace the recently sacked Fernando Diniz.
Manchester United have yet to open talks with Kobbie Mainoo over a new contract at Old Trafford. The 20-year-old fell out of favour under former manager Ruben Amorim, but has returned to the starting XI under Michael Carrick; there remains some uncertainty, though, over whether he will pledge his future to the club.
Wayne Rooney was in attendance as his son Kai came on as a substitute for Manchester United's Under-18s in the 6-1 thrashing of Derby County at Carrington on Wednesday afternoon. However, the 16-year-old's appearance was overshadowed as another Red Devils wonderkid impressed with two goals in the Under-18 Premier League.
Casemiro is reportedly keen on joining AC Milan once his contract with Manchester United expires in the summer. The former Real Madrid star will leave the Red Devils at the end of the season and has been linked with a move to North America with Major League Soccer sides said to be interested in his services. However, those teams will face competition from Italian giants Milan, who are second in Serie A.
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Manchester United chief executive Omar Berrada hailed the club's off-pitch transformation after squad costs fell due to a summer clearout of players. Despite bringing in Bryan Mbeumo, Benjamin Sesko, Matheus Cunha and Senne Lammens for a total of £225.5m, United were able to shave £14m ($18.9m) off their total wage bill due to player sales and sending others out on loan.
Manchester United winger Amad Diallo has offered a fascinating insight into his footballing tastes, singling out a former rival as one of the most exciting talents in world football. The Ivorian youngster, who has become an increasingly influential figure at Old Trafford, sat down to discuss the players he admires most across the global game and those who defined the Premier League for him. In a series of quickfire questions, the 23-year-old was asked to identify the stars who currently capture his imagination.
Andre Onana reportedly wants to return to Manchester United and fight for the No.1 spot at the club once his loan deal with Trabzonspor expires at the end of the season. The goalkeeper was shipped out on loan after an error-prone time with the Red Devils and is facing an uncertain future. United have since brought in Belgian shot-stopper Senne Lammens, who has impressed between the sticks at Old Trafford.
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