Injury concern for Manchester United as De Gea limps off in Spain qualifier
David De Gea could be a doubt for Manchester United’s Premier League clash with Liverpool at the weekend after suffering an injury while in action for Spain.
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Giggs defends “streetwise” James
Wales manager Ryan Giggs called Daniel James “streetwise” to stay down after a heavy collision and insisted the Manchester United winger had passed concussion protocols to continue playing in the Euro 2020 qualifier against Croatia.
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What the papers say Manchester United are prepared to pay £130million for Leicester and England defender Ben Chilwell and midfielder James Maddison, The Sun reports.
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What the papers say Mesut Ozil fears he has played his last game for Arsenal as he does not appear to be in Unai Emery’s plans, the Daily Mirror reports.
Daniel James keen to reignite Wales’ Euro 2020 hopes after tricky Man Utd spell
Daniel James is determined to respond to a difficult time for Manchester United by improving Wales’ Euro 2020 qualification hopes.
Matty Longstaff reflects on ‘dream’ Premier League debut for Newcastle
Matty Longstaff has admitted his perfect Premier League debut was even better than a dream after firing Newcastle to a priceless victory over Manchester United.
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What the papers say Real Madrid are ready to rival Juventus in a bid to to sign Chelsea midfielder N’Golo Kante, according to Spanish publication Sport. The LaLiga side could pay a fee in the region of £70million for the France international.
De Gea apologises to fans and admits Man Utd have ‘a lot of things to improve’
David De Gea says improvements are needed across the board as the goalkeeper endures his “most difficult time” at Manchester United.
Solskjaer wants win to lift gloom around Manchester United
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer knows it is vital Manchester United win at Newcastle United on Sunday in order to “change the mood” at the club.
VAR the big winner after drab Old Trafford draw
VAR was the big winner at Old Trafford after Manchester United and Arsenal had to settle for a 1-1 draw in the Premier League.
Harry Maguire looking to contribute at both ends of the pitch
Harry Maguire believes he can contribute at both ends of the pitch and improve his leadership qualities for Manchester United.
Matheson back to college after dream Old Trafford goal
Luke Matheson skipped school in style as the 16-year-old netted a famous goal for Rochdale at Old Trafford – but playing against Manchester United is not enough to get him out of a psychology test.
Blighted United: The issues facing Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s struggling Red Devils
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer saw his Manchester United side comfortably beaten at West Ham on Sunday as a poor run of form continues.
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What the papers say Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will look to bolster his Manchester United side with a double signing from Tottenham, reports the Daily Star. United have previously been rebuffed in their attempts to sign Lucas Moura and Eric Dier, but Solskjaer will look to tempt the pair to the north west as the side look to replace Romelu Lukaku.
Solskjaer: Don’t doubt our spirit – but the quality must improve
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer insists his young Manchester United squad have the stomach for a fight, but just lack the ringcraft.
City of goals – Guardiola’s men record one of the biggest Premier League wins
Manchester City’s 8-0 victory over Watford joined the ranks of the biggest Premier League wins, just missing out on the overall record.
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What the papers say Arsenal have been linked with Paris St Germain defender Thomas Meunier after the Belgian admitted he was “frustrated” at his lack of game time, Inside Futbol reports. The right-back scored in PSG’s 3-0 Champions League win over Real Madrid on Wednesday night, but has sat on the bench as an unused substitute for the club’s past three league games. With Arsenal still needing to shore up their defence, and with Meunier’s contract expiring next summer, he has been tipped to leave Paris in January.
Match-winner Greenwood showed glimpses of what he can become – Solskjaer
Mason Greenwood’s moment of magic lit up Manchester United’s otherwise forgettable Europa League opener and underlined Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s belief that he was right to let Romelu Lukaku and Alexis Sanchez leave.
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What the papers say Manchester United are moving closer to bidding for Jadon Sancho as Borussia Dortmund’s England forward refuses to rule out a move away from the Bundesliga next summer, the Metro reports. United attempted to sign the 19-year-old last close season, but Sancho opted to stay with Dortmund for another year of development. However, United’s interest has not waned, and the club are reportedly keen to sign the winger next summer, hoping they can offer him the lure of Champions League football.
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What the papers say Bournemouth striker Callum Wilson is being watched by Manchester United as part of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s strategy to recruit young British players, according to The Sun. The United manager is also interested in England internationals including Borussia Dortmund’s Jadon Sancho, 19, and Leicester’s 22-year-old attacking midfielder James Maddison. Wilson, 27, has plenty of strike power of his own, having scored 17 goals since the start of 2018-2019.
I want to win the Ballon d’Or more times than Messi – Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo is determined to end his career with at least one more Ballon d’Or than great rival Lionel Messi as he attempts to establish himself as the greatest player of all time.
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What the papers say Willian has told Chelsea that he wants to stay at Stamford Bridge where he has enjoyed a “perfect” career, the Daily Express reports. The Brazilian is in the final year of his contract and had been linked to numerous European clubs as he has not been offered a new deal by the Blues. But the forward, 31, has been told by manager Frank Lampard that he is an important part of Chelsea’s future. The winger said: “From my side, I want to stay. I have one year left and I want to stay because I like to play for Chelsea.”
Solskjaer hails De Gea as ‘the best in the world’ after new deal
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes David De Gea is the world’s best goalkeeper.
De Gea signs new long-term Manchester United contract
David De Gea has signed a new long-term contract with Manchester United.
‘I didn’t expect to cry’ – Ronaldo breaks down after seeing footage of dad
Cristiano Ronaldo has broken down in tears after being shown footage of his late father during a television interview.
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What the papers say Manchester United are monitoring James Maddison over a potential move for the Leicester midfielder next summer, according to the Manchester Evening News. The 22-year-old only joined the Foxes from Norwich in 2018 and has a contract until 2023, but the paper reports that United are weighing up making a move for him in the summer.
Norwich only Premier League team with worse penalty record than Manchester United
Manchester United’s recent troubles from the penalty spot have left them with a shockingly poor record among Premier League clubs.
FA seek to build on high-profile opening weekend in WSL
The Football Association’s Kelly Simmons feels the “unique” opening to the new Barclays FA Women’s Super League season must be capitalised on but that plenty of work remains.
Aberdeen actor takes on role of Sir Matt Busby in new Manchester United drama
A north-east actor is taking the lead role in a new play about the legendary football manager Sir Matt Busby.
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What the papers say Inter Milan are waiting in the wings to scoop up Christian Eriksen if the Dane continues to delay signing a new deal with Tottenham, according to the Daily Express. The midfielder had been viewed as likely to leave Spurs during the summer and was expected to end up at Real Madrid after saying he “might want to try something new”. No deal was finalised before the European transfer window closed and Eriksen has stalled on signing a new contract with Tottenham. The Express reports new Inter manager Antonio Conte wants to bring the 27-year-old to the Serie A when pre-contract negotiations become a possibility in the first month of 2020. The Dane’s current deal ends next summer.
Alexis Sanchez has no regrets over Manchester United exit
Manchester United forward Alexis Sanchez has insisted he has no regrets about his move to Old Trafford.
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What the papers say Social media activity may give some insight into the thoughts of wantaway Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba, Metro reports. The France international missed out on a transfer to Real Madrid before the European window closed, but liked a Bernabeu fan’s comment on one of his Instagram posts in which the fan said “Please come to Madrid”. The World Cup winner has appeared in all four of the Red Devils’ matches this season but his social media activity late on Monday drew criticism from United fans.