With the 2026-27 Premier League campaign about to get underway, GOAL counts down the leading contenders for the Golden Boot, including current holder Erling Haaland.
Manchester United have taken a definitive stand regarding the future of club captain Bruno Fernandes, informing potential suitors that the Portuguese playmaker is not for sale under any circumstances. Despite growing interest from across Europe and Turkey, the Red Devils are determined to keep their talisman at Old Trafford as they build for the new campaign.
Michael Owen has hit out at Manchester United’s recruitment strategy, suggesting the Red Devils made a massive mistake by not signing Joao Pedro before his big-money move to Chelsea. The former United striker believes the Brazilian forward possesses qualities that the Old Trafford side have lacked for several seasons.
One should always be wary of reading too much into friendlies but it's clear that some clubs - and players - are in better shape than others ahead of the big kick-off...
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has delivered a blunt assessment of Michael Carrick’s managerial ceiling, suggesting the former midfielder doesn't have the 'stardust' to lead Manchester United back to the pinnacle of world football. While acknowledging the stability Carrick has brought to Old Trafford, the pundit believes a more elite presence will eventually be required.
Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher has voiced serious concerns over Manchester United's summer recruitment strategy, suggesting the club may have moved for the wrong midfielder in Youri Tielemans. While Michael Carrick has been busy rebuilding his engine room at Old Trafford, Carragher believes a major opportunity was missed in the market.
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