Manchester United midfielder Mason Mount has revealed the identity of the teammate who significantly helps elevate his performances on the pitch. Mount contributing this season Mount has endured two injury-stricken campaigns since joining United from Premier League rivals Chelsea in 2023. His fitness struggles have prevented him from nailing down a consistent run of performances and results. Erik ten Hag was an avid admirer of the England international and Ruben Amorim has also repeatedly spoken glowingly of Mount’s dedication in training. Amorim is on record saying that Mount is a perfect fit for the brand of football he is trying to implement at Old Trafford. Mount has managed a solid 500 minutes this term from the five Premier League appearances he has made. The 26-year-old has scored two goals in that period, including the winning strike in last month’s 2-1 comeback victory over Crystal Palace. Ahead of Monday’s meeting at the Molineux with bottom-of-the-table Wolverhampton Wanderers, Mount spoke to club media and named Mazraoui as the teammate who gets the most out of him. Mount detailed his sparring sessions in training with Mazraoui. Mount hails United teammate Mount said, “Me and Nous, actually, we are always kind of going up against each other in training. So we both love it.” “We’re trying to get the best out of each other and that’s the most important thing. I think, if you look at the squad now, there is loads of competition for places and that’s exactly what we need because the standard is always pushing higher and higher and higher.” He continued, “And we need to continue to set those standards high because we want to achieve a lot.” “So, yeah, I think it’s massively important for us, as a group, to be competitive but, as soon as it goes onto the pitch, for us to be competitive against our opposition, that’s a given.” Wolves vs. United kicks off at 8pm. Featured image Gareth Copley via Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Derick Kinoti Derick Kinoti is a football writer at The Peoples Person who has covered Manchester United and the Premier League extensively for years. His work blends sharp analysis, tactical insight, and engaging storytelling that resonates with fans around the world. Derick has gained valuable experience in football journalism, developing strong expertise in SEO writing, digital content creation, and social media engagement. A tech enthusiast with a Computer Science degree from the University of Nairobi, he ultimately swapped code for football commentary, bringing an analytical, detail-oriented approach to his writing. Derick is convinced Wayne Rooney is the true GOAT and won’t hear otherwise!
Rashford given surprise new honour at United alongside Fernandes – official
Manchester United loanee Marcus Rashford has been handed a surprise new honour by the club alongside skipper Bruno Fernandes. Rashford thriving at Barcelona Rashford has enjoyed an uptick in form since leaving United for Barcelona on a season-long loan during the summer transfer window. He has emerged as one of Barcelona’s most important players, notching six goals and 10 assists in 20 appearances across all competitions. His revival at Barcelona stands in sharp contrast to his deteriorating relationship with United, which worsened significantly following Ruben Amorim’s arrival as Erik ten Hag’s successor. Rashford joined United at the age of seven, having been born and raised in the city. The forward made his senior debut for United in 2016 during a Europa League tie against Midtjylland. He netted twice and became United’s youngest-ever goalscorer in a European competition at the time. Over the following decade, he became a firm fan favourite and a living symbol of the enduring importance of the club’s academy, even in the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era. However, the breakdown in his relationship with Amorim has seen Rashford’s standing at Old Trafford diminish considerably. Despite this, the club has chosen to honour his contributions by adding him to the legends section of the official website, alongside Fernandes. Rashford and Fernandes honoured Rashford and Fernandes now sit alongside icons such as Wayne Rooney, Sir Bobby Charlton, Paul Scholes, Ryan Giggs, Bryan Robson, Roy Keane, Gary Neville, Alex Stepney, Denis Irwin, George Best, Michael Carrick and many others. The pair are just two of only four players on the list who are still active, alongside Cristiano Ronaldo and David de Gea. However, this recognition is unlikely to signal a future for Rashford at United. There have been suggestions that Barcelona are planning to make his stay a permanent one, although conflicting reports have claimed that the Blaugrana are unsure about such a move. United are next in action on Monday evening when they face Wolverhampton Wanderers at the Molineux. The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Derick Kinoti Derick Kinoti is a football writer at The Peoples Person who has covered Manchester United and the Premier League extensively for years. His work blends sharp analysis, tactical insight, and engaging storytelling that resonates with fans around the world. Derick has gained valuable experience in football journalism, developing strong expertise in SEO writing, digital content creation, and social media engagement. A tech enthusiast with a Computer Science degree from the University of Nairobi, he ultimately swapped code for football commentary, bringing an analytical, detail-oriented approach to his writing. Derick is convinced Wayne Rooney is the true GOAT and won’t hear otherwise!
100% tackles, 5 shots: United loanee comes out on top against ex-Old Trafford teammate in eight-goal thriller
Marcus Rashford came out on top against his former Manchester United teammate Antony, as Barcelona beat Real Betis 5-3 on Saturday. Barcelona triumph over Betis Betis took the lead inside six minutes courtesy of Antony, who fired into the back of the net after being played onside by Jules Kounde. Barcelona didn’t stay behind for too long, restoring parity just five minutes later. Ferran Torres finished off a superb team move to tap in at close range to level proceedings. Torres put his side in the driving seat just two minutes later with a stunning volleyed finish inside the danger area. Roony Bardghji scored his first La Liga goal to give the Blaugrana a two-goal cushion in Seville. Torres clinched his hat-trick just before the break with another top-class finish from outside the box, making it 4-1. The visitors were awarded a controversial penalty after the restart as Marc Bartra was judged to have handled the ball. Teen sensation Lamine Yamal stepped up to take the spot-kick and made no mistake to put the game to bed. Two very late strikes from Diego Llorente and Cucho Hernandez only served as a consolation prize for Betis. Rashford was named in the starting XI, primarily playing in his favoured left side of the attack. Rashford’s performance The United loanee successfully delivered 17 of the 21 passes he attempted (71% individual pass accuracy). He connected with just one of the three long balls he pinged. Rashford fired five shots and missed one big chance that would have seen him get on the score sheet. He touched the ball 43 times and completed just one of the five dribbles he embarked on. The England international contributed defensively, winning the one tackle he put in and the single aerial duel he contested. He came out in three of the eight ground duels he delved in. StatisticValue Total shots5 Shots on target1 Shots blocked2 Big chances missed1 Crosses (accurate)3 (1) Accurate passes17/24 (71%) Long balls (accurate)1/3 (33%) Touches43 Dribbles (successful)5 (1) Tackles (won)1 (1) Recoveries1 Ground duels (won)8 (3) Aerial duels (won)1 (1) Dribbled past0 Antony on the other hand, fired four shots – three were on target, including his strike, while the other one was blocked. The Brazilian also won all the duels he vied for, both on the ground and in the air. StatisticValue Goals1 Total shots4 Shots on target3 Shots blocked1 Key passes1 Touches38 Dribbles (successful)0 (0) Tackles (won)1 (0) Recoveries4 Ground duels (won)4 (4) Aerial duels (won)1 (1) Dribbled past0 (Stats obtained from Sofascore) Unfortunately for Antony, his contributions just couldn’t save Betis as Rashford’s Barcelona proved to be too formidable for them. Featured image Fran Santiago via Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Derick Kinoti Derick Kinoti is a football writer at The Peoples Person who has covered Manchester United and the Premier League extensively for years. His work blends sharp analysis, tactical insight, and engaging storytelling that resonates with fans around the world. Derick has gained valuable experience in football journalism, developing strong expertise in SEO writing, digital content creation, and social media engagement. A tech enthusiast with a Computer Science degree from the University of Nairobi, he ultimately swapped code for football commentary, bringing an analytical, detail-oriented approach to his writing. Derick is convinced Wayne Rooney is the true GOAT and won’t hear otherwise!
Kick-off delayed: United Women v West Ham
byCommunications DepartmentSunday 07 December 2025 10:50We can confirm that today’s Barclays Women’s Super League fixture between Manchester United and West Ham United will kick off at 12:15 GMT, 15 minutes later than originally scheduled. This decision has been taken due to logistical issues affecting the arrival time of the visiting team. Officials have liaised with both clubs, with each side in agreement regarding the change to kick-off due to the unforeseen circumstances. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience caused to supporters by the late change in timings.byCommunications DepartmentSunday 07 December 2025 10:50Back to Top
United defender sent off as juicy details emerge of secret friendly against rival PL club – report
Manchester United reportedly lost 3-0 to Premier League rivals Arsenal during a behind-closed-doors friendly. United play Arsenal United are still searching for the consistency needed to mount a serious challenge for a Champions League place. Although results have shown a slight improvement since early October, United’s recurring failure to see out games has proved costly in recent weeks, the 1-1 draw against West Ham being a prime example. The Red Devils took the lead in the 58th minute but they took their foot off the gas and allowed the Hammers a route back into the match. Soungoutou Magassa’s 83rd-minute equaliser ensured the spoils were shared between the two sides at Old Trafford. Slightly over a week ago, a report covered by The Peoples Person relayed that United had agreed to play a secret friendly against Arsenal. It was stated that the meeting would take place at Arsenal’s Sobha Realty Training Centre. This was subsequently confirmed by Mikel Arteta, who said that the contest had been organised to help returning players like Gabriel Jesus regain match fitness after lengthy periods on the sidelines. Now, the Daily Mail’s Nathan Salt has revealed that the friendly took place, but United lost 3-0. Details of United’s friendly vs. Arsenal Salt wrote on X, “Exc: Understand Man Utd U21s lost 3-0 today in the behind closed doors match with Arsenal.” “Eventually finished with 10 men as James Overy was sent off for two bookings.” “Gabriel Jesus, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Max Dowman all got minutes for Arsenal, I’m told.” Exc: Understand Man Utd U21s lost 3-0 today in the behind closed doors match with Arsenal. Eventually finished with 10 men as James Overy was sent off for two bookings. Gabriel Jesus, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Max Dowman all got minutes for Arsenal, I’m told #mufc — Nathan Salt (@NathSalt1) December 6, 2025 As per Jeorge Bird, Dowman and Charles Sagoe Jr were among the goalscorers for the Gunners. Max Dowman scores; Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain and Gabriel Jesus feature as Arsenal U21s beat Manchester United U21s https://t.co/JGMV6aJWle — Jeorge Bird (@jeorgebird) December 6, 2025 It’s unclear at this stage which United players, apart from Overy, took part in the game. Amorim and his players are next in action on Monday when they go away to Wolverhampton Wanderers. Featured image Alex Livesey via Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Derick Kinoti Derick Kinoti is a football writer at The Peoples Person who has covered Manchester United and the Premier League extensively for years. His work blends sharp analysis, tactical insight, and engaging storytelling that resonates with fans around the world. Derick has gained valuable experience in football journalism, developing strong expertise in SEO writing, digital content creation, and social media engagement. A tech enthusiast with a Computer Science degree from the University of Nairobi, he ultimately swapped code for football commentary, bringing an analytical, detail-oriented approach to his writing. Derick is convinced Wayne Rooney is the true GOAT and won’t hear otherwise!
Insider claims “player swap deal” could see Man United land 42-G/A sensation
Ruben Amorim, Manager of Manchester United, looks on during a training session. (Photo by Matt McNulty/Getty Images) PSG attacker Bradley Barcola has been linked with a move away from the club in recent months.Manchester United have been linked as a potential destination. According to former Everton CEO Keith Wyness, there could be a swap deal involving Marcus Rashford and Barcola in future. It will be interesting to see if all parties can come to an agreement.Man United to sign Bradley Barcola?According to Keith Wyness (via Football Insider): “Well, the interesting news and development on that story is that PSG are claiming to be coming in here, and there could be some sort of player swap deal with Bradley Barcola, which makes sense, I think, for United. “He’s obviously a lot younger, was he? About 23, I think. And if they were to get Rashford and a player swap, that would, I think, suit United more than releasing him at the pretty low level, I think, that Barcelona had got, which is going to be about 30 million from memory.”Where will Rashford end up?Paris Saint-Germain’s French forward #29 Bradley Barcola (C) vie for the ball. (Photo by INA FASSBENDER / AFP)Manchester United will look to get rid of Rashford, who does not have a future at Old Trafford. Getting the opportunity to sign Barcola as a part of that deal would be a huge bonus for the English club.The French attacker is highly rated across Europe, and he registered 42 goal contributions last season. He is capable of operating on either flank, and he will add goals and creativity to the side. Manchester United are in desperate need of more quality in the final third, and the French attacker could develop into a world-class player for them with the right guidance.He is not a guaranteed starter for PSG, and the player could be attracted to the idea of moving to England. It remains to be seen how the situation develops.Meanwhile, Rashford is currently on loan at Barcelona, and they have an option to sign in permanently. It will be interesting to see if they decide to take the opportunity. If they decide to sign him, PSG are unlikely to be able to get the deal done.
United in line to receive €50m as Saudi club make insane bid for academy graduate – report
Much has been made about Ruben Amorim’s failure to integrate academy graduates into his Manchester United lineup. Amorim has not started any academy player in the Premier League this season. Kobbie Mainoo, who established himself as a regular for club and country before the Portuguese’s arrival, has been handed nine substitute appearances in the league. The United head coach’s approach raises plenty of question marks over the futures of several academy stars at Carrington. At the same time, previous academy graduates are shining away from the Theatre of Dreams. Mason Greenwood enjoying prolific run at Marseille Last year, United permanently parted ways with Mason Greenwood, selling him to Olympique de Marseille in a deal worth £26.6m (€30.4m). The Englishman immediately rediscovered his confidence and goalscoring touch in the south of France. He led Marseille to Champions League qualification in his maiden season and finished the campaign as joint-top scorer in Ligue 1. Mason Greenwood career stats ClubAppearancesGoalsAssists Years active Manchester United12935122019-2022 Getafe361062023-2024 Marseille5533102024-present The 24-year-old continues to develop his game and improve under Roberto De Zerbi. This term, he has bagged 11 goals and four assists in 19 appearances across all competitions so far. Now, his form has caught the attention of Saudi Arabia. Marseille receive staggering bid for ex-Manchester United forward According to Fichajes, Neom Sports Club have submitted an offer of €100 million for Greenwood. The Saudi Pro League outfit reportedly want to “finalise” his signing “as soon as possible”. The Spanish outlet claim Marseille are reluctant to lose the versatile forward as they intend to make him the leading face of their project at Orange Vélodrome. However, they might find it difficult to resist such a proposal. Neom SC’s alleged bid should also pique the interest of figures at Old Trafford, as United inserted a significant sell-on clause into the deal, thought to be around 50 per cent. The report states: “If the offer is accepted, both Marseille and United would receive €50m each.” However, it is worth nothing that Fabrizio Romano has suggested that United would receive half of the profit Marseille generate from Greenwood’s sale. In that case, a €100m sale would help the Mancunians earn around €35m. Feature image Miguel Medina via Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Vishal Singh Vishal has worked in the football media industry for over six years, planning, writing, and editing content for several major outlets, including North Star Network. Vishal has a bachelor’s degree in English Literature from Delhi University. Currently a writer at The Peoples Person, he covers Manchester United — a club he has been religiously following and supporting since 2012. Vishal also manages a leading MUFC fan page, The Red Devils, on Facebook with over a million likes. Big fan of ball-playing centre-backs and Harry Maguire’s knee-slide celebration!
United’s shot at landing Amorim’s dream target dented by PL side’s latest stance – report
Manchester United’s hunt for the perfect midfield addition could be about to get dearer if the latest reports are to be believed. Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson has now jumped to the top of United’s target list following a stunning display against Ruben Amorim’s side. His impressive form saw Forest slap a £100 million price tag on his head. That effectively meant a January switch was off the cards. And now, with Manchester City also entering the race, the England international’s price is expected to go up even more. Elliot Anderson to cost even more As per Football Insider, Forest expect their midfield talisman to star for Thomas Tuchel’s Three Lions next summer in the World Cup. And they will demand in excess of £100 million for the 23-year-old. With Elliot Anderson having a contract at the City Ground until 2029, Forest remain in the driver’s seat and do not need to lower their valuation.. “Nottingham Forest are likely to increase their £100million asking price for Elliot Anderson next summer, sources have told Football Insider. “The midfielder has enjoyed a meteoric rise in recent months, and his performances have seen him become one of the hottest properties in the Premier League ahead of the January transfer window. “However, Forest are set to make any move impossible for the 23-year-old in January, with Pep Guardiola’s side also reluctant to spend £100m in the middle of the campaign. “Anderson is expected to be a crucial part of Thomas Tuchel’s plans for next summer’s World Cup in North America, and some strong displays there could give Forest even more power. “Sources have told Football Insider that the East Midlands outfit are prepared to raise their asking price for Anderson even further if he stars for England during the international tournament.” That could end United’s chances Should this come to pass, United will likely end their pursuit. As things stand, Elliot Anderson prefers a move to The Etihad over Old Trafford. Amorim needs help, given Casemiro’s contract situation and Manuel Ugarte’s struggles. He also refuses to trust Kobbie Mainoo in a deeper position. Carlos Baleba was initially Amorim’s top priority, but his form has fallen off a cliff. However, his valuation has come down as a result with Brighton more open to a sale. That could mean he once again become de facto No. 1 on United’s list. There is also Adam Wharton but Crystal Palace will likely make it tough for his suitors to sign him. Feature image Carl Recine via Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Ayantan Chowdhury After failing to become a professional footballer, Ayantan switched to the next best thing: writing about the greatest football club in the world. He has extensive sports journalism experience, having worked for over 10 years in the Indian sports media industry, writing for the biggest newspapers and websites. Currently an editor at The Peoples Person. You can follow him on X: @ayantanc_25
Man United could now land €50m windfall thanks to Dan Ashworth masterstroke
A detailed view of a corner flag inside the stadium. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images) Manchester United sold Mason Greenwood to French outfit Marseille in the summer of 2024.Dan Ashwath was the sporting Director of the club back then, and he included a 50% sell-on clause in the attacker’s deal when he sold the player to the French outfit. Greenwood has been excellent, and naturally, he has been linked with multiple clubs.Mason Greenwood to Saudi Arabia?It appears that Saudi outfit Neom Sports are now keen on securing the services of the former Manchester United forward, and they could offer around €100 million to secure his signature, as per fichajes.That would mean Manchester United would get to pocket around €50 million because of the sell-on clause in the contract. The decision from Ashworth is looking like a masterstroke now. The funds could help Manchester United improve their squad massively in the coming months. It would also help them balance the books as far as financial regulations are concerned.Man United could use improvementsMason Greenwood looks on during the warmup. (Photo by Florencia Tan Jun/Getty Images)Manchester United have done well to improve the team in recent months, but they need more depth and quality in the side. If they want to compete with clubs like Arsenal and Manchester City. Signing top-quality players could help them bridge the gap with the Premier League elite.Meanwhile, Greenwood will look to compete at a higher level in the coming months. He has proven himself in France, and there is no doubt that he is a top-quality player. It will be interesting to see if he is willing to move to Neom Sports.Mareille will certainly be attracted to the idea of selling the player for €100 million. It is a substantial amount of money, and they will find it difficult to turn down the offer if it is presented in the coming weeks.
“They’re the top targets”: Ruben Amorim wants £170m duo to transform his Man United side
(Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images) Manchester United are looking to improve their team with the signings of Antoine Semenyo and Elliot Anderson. Both players have been linked with top clubs in recent weeks, and Manchester United would have to spend a lot of money to get the deals done.As per Football Insider, they might need to spend around £170 million to secure the services of both players.Anderson and Semenyo on Man United radarMick Brown has claimed: “You’re looking at people like Semenyo and Elliot Anderson to come in, they’re the top targets for Amorim because both of them would be real improvements in key areas of the squad. They’d plug gaps where there might otherwise be problems, add energy and drive to the team, and help United take steps towards being successful again. “They would need to spend something like £170million on those two players to turn them into a team who can compete for silverware and at the top level. Personally, I can’t see that happening, but they are interested in signing both of them and if it can be done in January, then perhaps they will. There will be other teams interested too, so it wouldn’t be easy by any stretch of the imagination, but I think they’re both players they need.”Can Manchester United afford Antoine Semenyo and Elliot Anderson?Antoine Semenyo in action for Bournemouth (Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images)It will be interesting to see if Manchester United are willing to spend that kind of money on the two players. There is no doubt that both players of the quality to improve the team.Semenyo has been one of the best attacking players in the league this season, and he could add a new dimension to the Manchester United attack. He is capable of creating opportunities and finding the back of the net. He is also versatile enough to operate anywhere across the front three.On the other hand, Anderson has been outstanding for Nottingham Forest. Manchester United need more defensive cover in the middle of the park. Casemiro is past his peak, and Manuel Ugarte has been underwhelming. They need an upgrade on both players, and Anderson certainly fits the profile.
