Man Utd get Maguire boost for Brentford, Carrick backs defence
Maguire returns for Man United vs Brentford. Yoro a doubt, Martínez suspended, De Ligt out. Brentford miss Henderson, Henry and Janelt among others. United chase Champions League spot.
Jesse Lingard discusses life at Corinthians and backs Michael Carrick to be appointed Manchester United manager.
Benjamin Šeško targets silverware with Manchester United, saying a strong finish can fuel future trophy pushes.
After Leeds vs Chelsea saw no punishment for a brief hair pull, comparisons are drawn to Lisandro Martínez’s red card for hair pulling vs Leeds, which United appealed unsuccessfully.
Bayern sounded out Ralf Rangnick and others as they sought ‘name and fame’ before appointing Vincent Kompany. Max Eberl says Pep Guardiola’s endorsement proved decisive.
Chido Obi struck as Man United beat Sunderland 3-2 in the PL2 playoffs to reach the quarter-finals. Fletcher and Lacey also scored. Obi has six assists this season and last played a senior competitive game in 2025.
Man United weigh appointing Michael Carrick or a ‘proven’ elite coach like Luis Enrique. Carrick impresses as interim with top‑four push, but Enrique’s PSG stance complicates any move.
Man United need 63 points to guarantee top five, meaning five more from their last five games. A win vs Brentford could all but seal Champions League if Brighton and Bournemouth drop points.
Michael Carrick backs Man United’s centre-backs despite absences, praising Ayden Heaven and Leny Yoro. Maguire returns vs Brentford, Martínez suspended, De Ligt progressing from back injury.
Report claims up to 13 Man United exits in summer, with big earners and loanees touted to go, while Teddy Sheringham backs Michael Carrick for the job amid Champions League push.
Ex-Man United boss Ruben Amorim plans a 2026/27 sabbatical to learn and reset, with no return to Portugal targeted, despite outside Benfica links. He would consider the right offer from abroad.
