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24-yo United star “deeply frustrated” under Amorim, January exit now “absolutely crucial” for him – report

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24-yo United star “deeply frustrated” under Amorim, January exit now “absolutely crucial” for him – report

Joshua Zirkzee’s frustration at Manchester United has “escalated significantly” in recent weeks, as per reports.

Zirkzee joined United from Bologna in a deal worth £36.5m​​ on the back of an excellent 2023/24 campaign in Italy.

However, the Dutch striker seemed to struggle as the focal point of Erik ten Hag’s attack. Interestingly, he enjoyed a fine run of form as a wide playmaker under Amorim, featuring in 21 successive league games in the second half of last season.

Three clubs wanted Zirkzee in summer

According to the Daily Mail, Napoli “desperately” wanted to sign the technically gifted number nine in the summer but United had no interest in sanctioning his exit. 

Juventus and PSV Eindhoven also showed interest in Zirkzee. Still, the Red Devils kept hold of the 24-year-old and instead let Rasmus Hojlund depart to Naples. 

After initially showing so much faith in the youngster, Amorim has practically ignored him this campaign.

He is yet to start a game for United and has been an unused substitute in four of the seven Premier League games so far. 

Zirkzee considering Man United exit

It is understood Zirkzee’s frustration with his situation at Old Trafford has “reached a point where he is looking for an exit route in January.”

The Netherlands international is “deeply frustrated” after falling down the pecking order under Amorim, who added Matheus Cunha, Benjamin Sesko and Bryan Mbeumo to his ranks in the summer.

Zirkzee has been left out of Ronald Koeman’s squad for the qualifiers against Malta and Finland. He is desperate to get back into the Netherlands squad ahead of the World Cup next summer. 

As such, an exit in January is viewed as “absolutely crucial” for the forward.

Kobbie Mainoo faces a similar concern at the club. The Englishman’s request for a move away in the summer was turned down by United. However, he continues to struggle under Amorim, having yet to start a Premier League game this term.

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United in formal talks to finalise signing of sensational midfielder ahead of Barcelona – Fabrizio Romano

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United in formal talks to finalise signing of sensational midfielder ahead of Barcelona – Fabrizio Romano

Manchester United continue to work on the “future”, as per Fabrizio Romano. 

For yet another summer, United decided against properly addressing the glaring issues in the middle of the park.

Under both Erik ten Hag and Ruben Amorim last term, the Red Devils struggled to keep hold of the ball with any reliable consistency owing to lack of technically proficient midfielders in their ranks.

Manchester United overlooked Amorim’s midfield

Ineos only seriously looked at signing a new midfielder in the summer after acquiring three high-profile forwards. Carlos Baleba emerged as their preferred midfield target, but Brighton & Hove Albion rebuffed their approach.

Accordingly, United wrapped up their summer transfer business without the addition of a senior midfielder. However, they have prioritised strengthening the area at youth level. 

Recently, Romano claimed United have “sealed and signed deal” to bring Colombian midfielder Cristian Orozco to Old Trafford. The Premier League giants have agreed to pay £750k to Fortaleza for their 17-year-old gem.

Now, the transfer guru reveals that United are trying to sign another midfield prodigy.

Man United want to sign Mouhamed Dabo

According to the Italian journalist, United are “working on the formal steps” to complete the signing of Mouhamed Dabo.

In September, it emerged that the 17-year-old Senegalese spent a few weeks training at Carrington.

It is now being reported that United have been left impressed with his trial. However, several things still need to be finalised to “get the green light” and secure Dabo’s services. 

Known for his technical ability and progressive passing, Dabo currently plays for Be Sport Academy and is the captain of Senegal Under-17s.

Barcelona have also been strongly linked with Dabo, who trained at their fabled academy, La Masia. But it has been previously suggested that United are in pole position to sign the dynamic midfielder.

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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. Big fan of ball-playing centre-backs and Harry Maguire’s knee-slide celebration!

United consider surprise move for La Liga monster valued at only €15m, he would transform the backline – report

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United consider surprise move for La Liga monster valued at only €15m, he would transform the backline – report

Manchester United are already laying down plans for 2026 after an eventful summer transfer window. The Red Devils deployed all their efforts into improving their attack, investing around £200m on recruiting Bryan Mbeumo, Matheus Cunha, and Benjamin Sesko.

Senne Lammens was also signed on transfer deadline day to upgrade their options between the sticks. The work, however, is not done yet, as outlined by the team’s struggles this season.

United are 10th in the Premier League table, with three wins from seven league games. They have already exited the EFL Cup at the hands of Grimsby Town.

It is believed that INEOS will focus on midfield in 2026, while a new goalkeeper is likely to be on the agenda as well. However, the Red Devils could also be tempted to reinforce their backline next year.

A replacement for Harry Maguire

Ruben Amorim has deployed a back three of Leny Yoro, Matthijs de Ligt, and Luke Shaw in most games this season. However, Shaw is injury-prone, already on the wrong side of 30, and is not the first choice for the left centre-back role.

The position arguably belongs to Lisandro Martinez, but the Argentine defender has suffered from fitness issues as well, and is currently recovering from an ACL injury. With Harry Maguire’s contract up at the end of this season, United could be forced to invest in a new defender next year.

Recent reports have suggested that the Premier League giants have their eyes on Bayern Munich strongman Dayot Upamecano. The Frenchman is also in the final 12 months of his contract and is yet to sign a new deal.

It now appears that the Red Devils are eyeing a LaLiga star as well.

LaLiga’s rising star

According to Fichajes, United have set their sights on Elche defender David Affengruber. The Austrian has been a revelation for the Spanish side since arriving at the Estadio Martinez Valero in the summer of 2024 from Sturm Graz.

Affengruber was indispensable for Eder Sarabia’s side last season, registering 42 appearances across competitions and helping them earn promotion to LaLiga. He has started eight of the nine games this season, with Elche registering just one defeat so far.

The 24-year-old’s efforts have already earned him admirers at the Theatre of Dreams. The player’s contract also expires next summer, making him a lucrative prospect for the Red Devils.

Affengruber’s tactical discipline, aerial dominance and ability to be decisive in tackles have also turned heads at Atletico Madrid and Sevilla. Elche, though, don’t want to let him go in the middle of the campaign.

The Austrian has been a leader at the back for Sarabia so far, and the Spanish manager has urged the LaLiga side to keep hold of their star.

However, the lure of the Premier League could be too much for the player to resist. Affengruber has a €15m market value, but that could significantly increase if he continues his stellar rise.

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United plotting move for unstoppable £75m forward who agreed terms to join Amorim’s side last summer – reports

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United plotting move for unstoppable £75m forward who agreed terms to join Amorim’s side last summer – reports

Manchester United have their eyes on one of the Premier League’s best attackers. 

United revamped their frontline over the summer, signing Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, and Benjamin Sesko for a combined fee of over £200m.

The trio has had a promising start to life at Old Trafford. However, United’s attacking depth is far from impressive, especially following the departures of Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho, Antony, and Rasmus Hojlund.

Manchester United agreed terms with Semenyo

Recently, The Peoples Person relayed a report claiming United tried to sign Antoine Semenyo ahead of the new season.

The Red Devils “aggressively targeted” Semenyo and even agreed personal terms with the 25-year-old, but they refused to meet Bournemouth’s valuation of the Ghana international.

Eventually, the electric winger renewed his contract with the Cherries until the summer of 2030. 

Man United remain interested in Semenyo

According to talkSPORT, Bournemouth are “braced for serious interest” from England’s biggest clubs in Semenyo despite extending his deal at Vitality Stadium.

It is claimed both United and Tottenham Hotspur held talks with the Ghanaian forward, and they “continue to monitor” his incredible rise under Andoni Iraola.

The ex-Bristol City star has started the new season on fire, bagging six goals and three assists in just seven Premier League games.

Bournemouth allegedly believe their talisman is now worth north of £75 million.

Semenyo is capable of playing all across the frontline, and could prove to be an interesting choice for a left wing-back role under Ruben Amorim.

Patrick Dorgu, who played as a winger at Lecce, currently occupies the position at United. The 20-year-old is often the most advanced man on the pitch in Amorim’s 3-4-3 system, but his output remains underwhelming due to his indecisiveness in the final third. 

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It’s almost time!

United Women are raring to go ahead of our European clash with Valerenga – as documented in these snaps from Carrington.

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Manchester United Women’s YouTube channel is marking the team’s first-ever UEFA Champions League game with a special show.

Liam Bradford is hosting a watchalong, as Marc Skinner’s side host Norwegian outfit Valerenga at the Progess With Unity Stadium.

The tie kicks off on Wednesday at 20:00 BST. 

You can join the watchalong here.

The show starts at 19:45 BST, 15 minutes before kick-off, with ex-Red Aoife Mannion and Lindsay Johnson the expert guests. 

The YouTube live programme will also be available on MUTV and the United App.

Tickets are still available for fans who can get to Leigh to support the team, while the live television rights have been secured by Disney+.

The game is the first of our six at this stage of the competition, as we bid to progress to the knockout section.

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“He probably didn’t know too much”: United legend claims Amorim was “disappointed” with INEOS over this issue

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“He probably didn’t know too much”: United legend claims Amorim was “disappointed” with INEOS over this issue

Despite significant funding from INEOS, Manchester United have continued to struggle in the new season.

They have won only three games all season, while losing four, and have exited the Carabao Cup at the second round stage.

Goalkeeping howlers have played a huge role in these defeats, with Andre Onana single-handedly costing the Red Devils against Grimsby Town in the cup.

He was loaned to Trabzonspor as a result, but Ruben Amorim insisted on playing Altay Bayindir in six Premier League games, and the Turkiye international has been just as disappointing.

Lammens’ arrival and belated debut

The 20-time English league champions opted to bring in Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp on deadline day, despite being linked with a move for Emiliano Martinez and Gianluigi Donnarumma all summer.

The World Cup winner ended up staying in Aston Villa, thanks to Jadon Sancho’s last-minute tantrums, while the Champions League winner’s wage demands meant he ended up moving to cross-town rivals Manchester City instead.

Lammens finally got his belated debut against Sunderland at the weekend, and impressed, but he remains a work in progress due to his relative inexperience at the very top level.

Which explains why the Old Trafford giants are looking at signing an experienced keeper next year, with Mike Maignan among the names being eyed.

Club legend Peter Schmeichel did praise the Belgian, but insisted that Amorim would have been disappointed with his signing considering he wanted someone with more experience in goal.

INEOS should have gone for someone experienced

Talking to BBC Sport’s Monday Night Club, the big Dane explained, “I think he was very disappointed that it wasn’t [Gianluigi] Donnarumma or Emi Martinez who was arriving on that [deadline] day.

“And it was this young lad that I’m quite sure he (Amorim) probably didn’t know too much about.

“The rumour is that he signed purely on the data – that he’s had the best statistics over the last season in the best top 10 leagues or something like that, which, at the end of the day, tells you nothing when it comes to Manchester United goalkeeping.”

Hopefully, Senne Lammens can do his talking on the pitch. But it is clear that Bayindir is not good enough and a new experienced backup makes a lot of sense.

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Gushing Rio Ferdinand can’t stop raving about “very very secure” United star after stunning Sunderland display

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Gushing Rio Ferdinand can’t stop raving about “very very secure” United star after stunning Sunderland display

Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has waxed lyrical about Senne Lammens following his impressive debut in the win over Sunderland.

Lammens shines on his first United outing

Lammens was the surprise selection when Ruben Amorim named his starting XI to take on Sunderland last Saturday.

The Belgian had been made to wait for his debut since joining the club from Royal Antwerp during the closing stages of the summer transfer window. Amorim stuck by Altay Bayindir, but a string of costly mistakes meant Lammens’ introduction was inevitable.

Lammens didn’t disappoint against Sunderland, producing an eye-catching display that has earned him rave reviews from supporters and the media.

Comfortable with the ball at his feet, Lammens also impressed with his ability to come out of his line and claim the ball, which helped relieve pressure on his defenders.

The 23-year-old made two stunning saves in either half to maintain the clean sheet.

Speaking on the Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast, Ferdinand explained why he was left in awe of Lammens.

Lammens hails Lammens

“That must instil so much confidence in the back line, and then it spreads through the team. You’ve got to bear in mind that whether you support the goalkeepers that were there before or not, most games we were coming out of, and there was a question mark or something, an incident that happened in the game and was talked about on our show or loads of other different shows, right?”

“If they were talking about it on our show, imagine what they’re thinking inside the dressing room when they’re thinking about their goalkeeper.”

“So for a goalkeeper to come out, you know the feeling when a keeper, when a ball’s coming in the box and they’re a big team, aggressive, and the keeper comes out and claims it, that feeling of looking down at him on the floor when he’s getting back up and you go, you know what, that’s my keeper, man.”

He continued, “That’s my goalkeeper, do you know what I mean? I don’t think they’ve been able to say that for a while because there’s been so many different mistakes and whatnot that’s gone on in questionable decision-making.”

“But he just looked very, very, very secure. And he looked exactly like what Courtois said in that voice note in his first game for Manchester United.”

Ferdinand offered insight into Amorim’s reasoning for preferring Mason Mount to Matheus Cunha in his starting lineup.

“What is the benchmark of a Mason Mount performance? What’s the identity of a Mason Mount performance? What’s in his makeup consistently when you see him? Energy, pressing, [and] a work ethic.”

“They’re the three basics that are just something that… He could be playing rubbish, you know a 2/10 with the ball; but you’re going to get the other side of him.”

“So if you’re a manager of a team, you take that. It’s a ‘I want the quality and I need the quality, but at least I know I’m definitely going to get hard work, graft, intensity that could feed out to the other team’. More often than not, you’re going to play that player.”

United will face a tougher challenge after the international break when they travel to Anfield to take on Liverpool.

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Man Utd among clubs interested in signing 33-year-old Barcelona star – Report

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Man Utd among clubs interested in signing 33-year-old Barcelona star – Report
BARCELONA, SPAIN – AUGUST 12: Marc Andre Ter Stegen of FC Barcelona speaks to the supporters prior to the Joan Gamper Trophy match between FC Barcelona and AS Monaco at Estadi Olimpic Lluis Companys on August 12, 2024 in Barcelona, Spain. (Photo by Eric Alonso/Getty Images)

Manchester United relieved some of the pressure on themselves with an impressive performance against Sunderland at Old Trafford last weekend. The game ended 2–0 in favour of Ruben Amorim’s side.

The Portuguese tactician came into the fixture desperately needing a win. United had lost their previous game against Brentford, a result that did not sit well with the fans, and Amorim will hope that last weekend’s victory marks the beginning of something positive.

While results on the pitch have been inconsistent, there appears to be no lack of ambition off it, particularly in the transfer market. One of United’s summer signings, Senne Lammens, delivered an impressive debut against Sunderland.

According to SPORT, the Red Devils are now among a host of clubs exploring the situation of Barcelona star Marc-André ter Stegen. The 33-year-old goalkeeper is currently injured and appears to be out of favour under Hansi Flick.

The German international has been Barcelona’s first-choice goalkeeper for the better part of the past decade. However, this summer, Flick decided to replace him with Joan García, sparking a wave of controversy at the Catalan club.

With Premier League sides aware that ter Stegen may seek regular playing time to maintain his fitness ahead of the World Cup, interest in him is growing. Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United have reportedly joined United in the race for his signature.

Manchester United seem to have made a promising addition between the posts in Lammens. However, with Altay Bayindir struggling to impress of late, signing a backup like ter Stegen could prove to be a shrewd move.

The German’s experience could be invaluable, and his presence would allow the young Belgian to settle gradually into the demands of English football. It remains to be seen how this situation unfolds in the coming weeks and months.

£190k-a-week star told he can stay at Man Utd but only on one condition

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£190k-a-week star told he can stay at Man Utd but only on one condition

Manchester United are reportedly willing to keep Harry Maguire at the club beyond the current campaign, but only on suitable conditions.

The Sheffield native cost the Premier League giants a whopping £80 million when he made the move from Leicester in the summer of 2019.

The defender was named club captain in his first campaign at Old Trafford, but went on to endure challenging years.

Harry Maguire enjoyed a career revival under Ruben Amorim

The big centre-back eventually became a target for banter and ridicule among football supporters. In the summer of 2023, Erik ten Hag decided to strip him of the armband in favour of Bruno Fernandes.

Nevertheless, the English international bounced back last season following the arrival of Ruben Amorim, as he seemed to benefit from the switch to a three-man backline. This prompted the club to exercise the option to renew Maguire’s contract for another year last January, thus pushing back the deadline until June 2026.

This season, the former Leicester defender is no longer a regular starter for the club. He has thus far made six appearances in the Premier League, but only two as a starter, as Amorim has been preferring to field Leny Yoro alongside Matthijs de Ligt and Luke Shaw.

Harry Maguire in action for Man United
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Therefore, the defender’s future at Man Utd is currently shrouded in mystery. Maguire has also been linked with a potential transfer to the Saudi Pro League either in January or at the end of the season.

However, talkSPORT journalist Alex Crook believes that the 32-year-old could end up staying at Carrington beyond next summer, as INEOS aren’t necessarily against a contract renewal.

Maguire must accept pay cut to stay at Man United

That being said, Maguire would likely have to accept a pay cut, as the management is keen to lower the wage bill. The centre-back currently earns circa  £190,000 per week. The source doesn’t mention any figures proposed by the club.

At this stage, it is plainly obvious that the England veteran is no longer a priority for MUFC, especially after losing his starting spot. Nevertheless, he can still serve a purpose, particularly if the club secures a spot in Europe next season, so keeping him wouldn’t be a travesty if the numbers are right.