Man United set Bruno talks, bid for Ruben Neves
Piece compares David Beckham’s 2003 Real Madrid move fallout with his father to a reported rift with son Brooklyn. Historical United context around Beckham’s exit recalled.
United have made a formal offer for Sheffield Wednesday’s 17-year-old Yisa Alao, but face competition from Chelsea and Liverpool. Financial issues at Wednesday could force a sale; Alao seen as long-term project.
RB Leipzig chiefs warn Yan Diomande will not be sold after one season, valuing him at €100m. Man United and Tottenham interest cited, with €80-90m bids to be rejected.
United drop to 8th in Deloitte Money League after missing the 2024-25 Champions League, with broadcast and matchday revenue falling. Only fourth among English clubs as Liverpool lead; Real Madrid top.
Napoli are in talks to extend ex-Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay’s deal from 2028 to 2031, seeing him as a ‘technical leader’, amid interest from United and Newcastle.
Report claims United held talks over a potential Marcus Rashford return from his Barcelona loan and are eyeing a €75m Spain star, amid wider transfer headlines including Chelsea’s striker pursuit.
United consider moves for Adam Wharton, Jean-Philippe Mateta and others, with a possible Wharton-Mainoo swap mooted. Zirkzee exit discussed; outgoings limited after Carrick’s 2-0 derby win start.
Barcelona explore signing Marcus Rashford from Man United in summer but have a major concern with the England forward, potentially complicating a move.
Ex-United defender Paul Parker says Harry Maguire and Luke Shaw should have left ‘a long time ago’, despite praise after the 2-0 win over Man City. He questions their ambition and fit under an attack-minded style.
United have tabled a £20m bid for Al-Hilal’s Ruben Neves, with the ex-Wolves midfielder ready to take a pay cut. Club want his control, long-range shooting and set-pieces to bolster midfield immediately.
Report claims Joshua Zirkzee and Matthijs de Ligt missed United training and could miss the Arsenal match, potentially boosting Arteta’s side. Carrick’s strong start noted.
Wayne Rooney urges Michael Carrick to mirror the 2-0 Man City game plan, sit compact and counter to beat Arsenal, noting United have a full week to prepare.
Gossip round-up: Chelsea’s Cole Palmer would consider joining Man United despite a 2033 deal. Also mentions Liverpool’s Van de Ven interest and other Premier League moves.
Toby Collyer is set for a Championship loan to Hull after injury and limited minutes at West Brom, following Ruben Amorim’s December criticism of ‘entitled’ academy players at Manchester United.
United will wear (RED) branding instead of Snapdragon for the Brentford match on 25 April and the women vs Tottenham on 26 April. Limited shirts sold with net profits to (RED), matched by The Gates Foundation.
Ex-Middlesbrough players praise Michael Carrick’s methods as he returns to Manchester United and starts with a derby win, with Chuba Akpom calling him ‘the manager I’ve been dreaming of’.
United plan pre-World Cup talks with Bruno Fernandes over his future. Despite Saudi interest and his candid remarks, club want him to stay to aid transition under a new manager. Contract runs to 2027, +1 year.
