Former Manchester United playmaker Jesse Lingard has been ordered to work away from his Corinthians team-mates over the coming days after sustaining rib injuries in Brazil. The 33-year-old attacking midfielder is currently undergoing close daily monitoring by club doctors as he battles to regain full fitness for their survival push.
Paul Scholes believes Bruno Fernandes can no longer be trusted as Manchester United captain and should move to Saudi Arabia after his 'unforgivable' criticism of Michael Carrick. Fernandes questioned the manager's tactics after the 4-1 Champions League defeat at Como and was then dropped for the Bournemouth game, with Nicky Butt claiming he has jeopardised his legacy.
Julian Nagelsmann is interested in becoming Manchester United's next manager and holds a key advantage over frontrunner Eddie Howe in the race to succeed Michael Carrick. Nagelsmann would cost nothing to appoint after leaving his Germany role in July, while United would have to pay Newcastle compensation to land Howe, with Carrick set to stay on for Saturday's trip to Chelsea.
Gary Neville has admitted he is stunned by Manchester United's decision to retain Michael Carrick as manager following a disastrous run of form. Despite intense pressure after a heavy home defeat, the club legend will remain in the dugout for this weekend's pivotal Premier League meeting with Chelsea.
Another change in the Old Trafford dugout doesn't look far away, and the decorated, no-nonsense Italian tactician is the outstanding candidate for the toughest job in football
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