Tottenham Hotspur might just have disrupted Manchester United’s transfer plans. Desperate to avoid another relegation battle, Spurs are going all-out in the market to hand high-profile players to Roberto De Zerbi. In recent days, they have seemingly stepped up their efforts to convince Mateus Fernandes to move to North London despite interest from United. Tottenham Hotspur trying to sign Mateus Fernandes On Saturday, The Peoples Person relayed a report claiming Tottenham Hotspur are nearing an agreement over personal terms with Mateus Fernandes. United remain the Portuguese midfielder’s preferred destination, and there is confidence internally at Old Trafford that they remain in the driving seat to strike an agreement with West Ham United. Still, Spurs’ entry into the race should complicate United’s pursuit as the Hammers now have one more reason to not budge from their £85 million valuation. A report in Italy suggests this development might force United to make a U-turn on another Premier League midfielder. Manchester United make contact for Sandro Tonali Having made Fernandes their priority target, United reportedly informed Newcastle United last week that they will not enter the race to sign Sandro Tonali. However, SportMediaset journalist Orazio Accomando claims United have asked for information about Tonali. The 26-year-old Italian midfielder, known for his relentless work rate and athleticism, is now reportedly being chased by the Red Devils, Arsenal, and Tottenham. Spurs are supposedly pushing the hardest for £100m-rated Tonali’s services. However, both United and Arsenal can offer him Champions League football, which is considered one of the main reasons behind his desire to part ways with the Magpies. Featured image Mike Hewitt 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 make contact with 100m Italian superstar as their grip on Fernandes starts to slip – report
Rival PL team opens club-to-club talks to snatch midfield target from under United’s nose – David Ornstein
Tottenham Hotspur have made a major move in an effort to win the race for Manchester United midfield target Sandro Tonali, The Athletic’s David Ornstein has revealed. Tonali interest United have wrapped up a deal with Atalanta for Ederson but that’s just the start of the club’s midfield rebuild. At least two more top-class midfielders are expected before the close of the window, with United keen on having quality depth in the middle of the park ahead of their participation in the Champions League next season. In addition to the likes of Elliot Anderson, Carlos Baleba, Adam Wharton and Mateus Fernandes, United have also been heavily linked with Tonali. It’s looking increasingly likely that Tonali’s time at Newcastle has come to an end, more so after the club’s failure to secure Champions League qualification. His agent pitched him to Arsenal in January, but Newcastle refused to sanction the exit, given the lack of time to find a replacement. In addition to United, Manchester City and Tottenham have also been mentioned to be admirers of Tonali. It’s believed that City’s interest in Tonali is completely separate to their pursuit of Anderson. A return to Italy for Tonali has also been mooted. Newcastle are resigned to losing Tonali, although they remain adamant that he will leave for nothing less than £100m. There have been suggestions that United are prepared to meet this valuation. More recently, a report covered by The Peoples Person claimed that United told Newcastle they do not intend to enter the race for Tonali’s signature. Ornstein has now issued an update, revealing that Tottenham have opened talks with the Magpies to try and strike an agreement for the Italy international. Tonali latest Ornstein writes, “The north London club are vying with Manchester City to sign Tonali if he leaves St James’ Park — but by making club-to-club contact, it steps up the pursuit and underlines their intent to strike a deal.” “Discussions between the 26-year-old midfielder’s representatives and both suitors continue, as they attempt to strike an agreement on personal terms.” The report further states, “Spurs will hope that a high salary offer, head coach Roberto De Zerbi pushing for the transfer and the appeal of London may help swing the situation in their direction.” Ornstein also confirms that Newcastle do indeed want at least £100m to sanction Tonali’s sale. Whether this new development jolts United into action remains to be seen, though it appears they are not pushing particularly hard for Tonali. The 26-year-old made 53 appearances for Newcastle in all competitions last season, contributing three goals as they finished 12th in the Premier League. 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 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!
“Almost all done”: 26-yo midfield maestro confirms his United transfer is on brink of completion
Atalanta star Ederson has provided a huge update on his move to Manchester United. Agreement struck Earlier this month, a report covered by The Peoples Person confirmed that United had reached an agreement with Atalanta to sign Ederson for an initial €40.5m (£35m). Heading into the summer window, United’s top priority was bolstering the midfield and they have made a real statement of intent by quickly wrapping up a deal for Ederson, whose Atalanta contract expires in 2027. Ederson was identified by Michael Carrick and director of football Jason Wilcox to replace Casemiro, whose time at Old Trafford has come to an end after the expiry of his contract. United also have an agreement in place with Ederson over personal terms. The deal could eventually be worth up to €45m (£38.8m). It was expected that he would officially complete his move in early July but he received a shock late call-up to Brazil’s national team for the World Cup after Flamengo’s Wesley suffered an injury. Ederson featured for the last nine minutes of Brazil’s 3-0 triumph over Haiti after he replaced Bruno Guimaraes. Matheus Cunha’s brace and a Vinicius Jr strike secured the three points for Brazil. Speaking to Sky Sports after the final whistle, Ederson told the news outlet that his switch to Old Trafford is all but done. Ederson’s update The 26-year-old said, “Now I just have to wait and then we’ll see.” He continued, “It’s almost all done, but now I’m here and I have to enjoy this moment to the fullest.” At this stage, only Ederson’s medical examination and the completion of final documentation remain outstanding. Upon their conclusion, an official announcement will confirm him as the first recruit of the Carrick era. United are also working to agree a deal for West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes. Featured image by Marco Luzzani/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 Latest Top Stories… 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!
United showing “serious interest” in 6’3 powerhouse as Bayern Munich greenlights 34.5m exit – report
Manchester United are showing “serious interest” in Kim Min-jae as Bayern Munich name their price for the 29-year-old defender, according to a report from Germany. Bolstering the Backline Despite Michael Carrick boasting five senior centre-backs in his squad, INEOS are continuing to scour the market for options to bolster the backline, even though the focus remains on midfield. Initially, it was believed the decision to extend Harry Maguire’s contract had eased the pressure to sign a central defender this summer. As a result, younger options to provide a successor to the 33-year-old Englishman were being targeted, such as Tromso speedster Sedi Kinteh or Tottenham Hotspur colossus Luka Vuskovic. However, more experienced centre-backs have come back under consideration in recent weeks, with the continued injury concerns of Matthijs de Ligt, who has not played since November due to a long-term back issue, and Lisandro Martinez‘s continued fragility likely driving this pivot. A bombshell raid for Tottenham Hotspur captain Cristian Romero was reported by an Argentine journalist earlier this month, while a more affordable deal for Borussia Dortmund stalwart Waldemar Anton was also being explored. But Min-jae has emerged as another target on the radar, with United previously interested in the South Korea international in 2023 after he helped lead Napoli to their first Serie A title in 33 years. Once Bitten, Not Shy Despite the links to Old Trafford, Min-jae joined Bayern after the German giants triggered the £43 million release clause in his contract at the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium, signing a five-year deal. However, he has fallen down the pecking order since Vincent Kompany arrived the following summer, with the Belgian tactician opting for Dayot Upamecano and Jonathan Tah as his favoured combination last season. CF Bayern Insider reveals the Bavarians are open to selling Min-jae if an “offer worth between £26m and £34.5m arrives this summer” – an availability which has put United on red alert over a potential swoop. The report states the Red Devils are “seriously interested” in another chance at securing the 6’3 defender, while Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur have previously expressed interest. However, Bundesliga expert Christian Falk claims Serie A side Juventus are the frontrunners to sign Min-jae, even though he is an option for United. “Min-jae Kim is on the list at Manchester United. However, I heard that a deal is hotter with Juventus in Italy,” Falk states. “That said, it’s not certain that the South Korea international will even leave Bayern Munich, as he’s enjoying his role at the club. Let’s see what happens with Juventus; then perhaps talks will open with United if things don’t work out with the Serie A outfit.” If Bayern are demanding up to £34.5m for a player who turns 30 in November, INEOS will almost certainly turn their attention elsewhere, regardless of the concerns regarding the existing cohort of centre-backs at Old Trafford. 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 Darragh Fox Darragh is an editor for The Peoples Person who spent three years learning about the Cold War at the University of Sheffield slowly realising football was by far the most interesting thing to write about. Amad’s first touch should be officially recognised as the eighth wonder of the world.
United most advanced club in red-hot race for 85m magician, Wilcox confident of striking deal – report
Manchester United remain confident of striking a deal for West Ham United starlet Mateus Fernandes despite growing interest from Tottenham Hotspur, according to an inside source. Midfield Maestro The Red Devils have zeroed in on Fernandes as their primary target in midfield after a deal for Elliot Anderson proved unworkable due to Nottingham Forest’s demands for the England international. The club’s analytics team believe the 21-year-old Portuguese has the skillset and versatility to develop into a comparable player to Anderson, with one former United coach even claiming he has a higher ceiling. Neil Harris, who spent 20 years at Old Trafford, believes Fernandes is already a “mature player” who does the “simple things to a high level”, leading him to compare the youngster to Paris Saint-Germain superstar Vitinha. “I think [Fernandes] has got levels that maybe Anderson and Wharton haven’t got to go. When I look at him, I see Vitinha. I see him being a conductor in games with his tempo and things like that.” With West Ham having suffered relegation last month, it is little wonder, therefore, that a host of Europe’s top sides have expressed interest in the Sporting CP academy graduate, hoping to strike a cut-price deal for a top-level talent. United are joined by Arsenal, Liverpool, Manchester City and Newcastle United in their admiration, while Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain are also in the hunt. However, the Hammers have refused to budge on their valuation, believed to be around £85 million, after an impressive personal campaign for Fernandes, despite the need to raise funds at the London Stadium ahead of the descent into the Championship. Mateus Fernandes Premier League stats: 2025/26 Season Appearances36 Minutes per game84 Touches58.9 Key passes1.0 Accurate passes37.9 Interceptions 1.0 Tackles 2.9 Goals and assists 7 Source: Sofascore Last-Minute Hijack This reticence to meet West Ham’s demands has allowed Tottenham to storm into the race, even with the bitter rivalry between the London sides. In a bid to back Roberto De Zerbi, Spurs are intent on spending big after coming perilously close to facing the same fate as their local rivals. Talks have already begun for Newcastle United dynamo Sandro Tonali, a target United considered but deemed too expensive, and the Italy international has signalled his willingness to join the Lilywhites. But De Zerbi is aiming for a total revamp in midfield, leading to a pursuit of Fernandes alongside Tonali in an ambitious double raid. Earlier today, a report relayed by The Peoples Person revealed an agreement was “very close” with the West Ham star on personal terms, though club-to-club negotiations were yet to start. Crucially, Fernandes is said to be “open” to the switch to north London. If United were to miss out on another key target in midfield to a direct rival – Manchester City are closing in on a record-breaking deal for Anderson – it would be a major blow to INEOS’s plans this summer. However, a well-placed source indicates there is still “confidence internally” amongst the Old Trafford hierarchy, spearheaded by sporting director Jason Wilcox, that they are in the best position to sign the Olhão native, regardless of Spurs’ hijack attempt. Manchester United are in ongoing talks with West Ham regarding Mateus Fernandes. They are aware of Spurs’ interest & pursuit but firmly believe that they’re the most advanced club with confidence internally. Fernandes’ preferred club is United & they still believe thats the case. — Sully (@SullyTalkz) June 20, 2026 Tweet: “Manchester United are in ongoing talks with West Ham regarding Mateus Fernandes. They are aware of Spurs’ interest & pursuit but firmly believe that they’re the most advanced club with confidence internally. Fernandes’ preferred club is United & they still believe thats the case.” Final Thoughts The attraction of playing for De Zerbi in the capital is a reasonable pull for a young player, but it pales in comparison to representing the biggest club in the country in the Champions League at the Theatre of Dreams. Fernandes is also believed to be desperate to play with his namesake at United, Bruno, offering another layer of attraction which should help the Red Devils see off Spurs in the race to secure his signature. It is simply a matter of making a deal with West Ham; Tottenham will have nothing to offer once that is done. Featured image Clive Rose 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 Darragh Fox Darragh is an editor for The Peoples Person who spent three years learning about the Cold War at the University of Sheffield slowly realising football was by far the most interesting thing to write about. Amad’s first touch should be officially recognised as the eighth wonder of the world.
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Manchester United speedster Amad’s impressive start to the 2026 FIFA World Cup has not escaped the attention of the German camp. The Ivorian came off the bench against Ecuador in their opening tie of the tournament and scored a late winner. The 23 year old had a mixed 2025/26 campaign with the English giants, finishing with two goals and four assists from 33 games. Amad Stats: 2025/26 Season CompetitionAppearancesStartsGoalsAssistsYellow CardsRed CardsMinutes Played Premier League3227242-2,346′ EFL Cup11—-82′ FA Cup——- Total3328242-2,428′ Source: Transfermarkt. Amad was a hit under former United head coach Ruben Amorim in the 3-4-3 system, operating primarily as a right wing-back. However, Michael Carrick’s arrival has hurt his form, with the player managing just one assist in 17 games under the Englishman. The situation has added to speculation regarding his future, although recent reports suggest that the player remains firmly in the club’s plans. Meanwhile, the Ivorian is now pushing for a place in Emerse Fae’s starting XI for the game against Germany on Saturday, 20 June at the Toronto Stadium. Germany wary of Amad Germany have started the World Cup with a bang, securing a 7-1 win over debutants Curaçao. Antonio Rudiger started the game on the bench before entering the pitch in the 72nd minute. The Real Madrid defender recently spoke to the press ahead of their second group-stage game, where he namechecked Amad as one of Ivory Coast’s main threats. He said: “We’ll have to keep a very close eye on Diomande.” “Diomande stands out but also Nicolas Pepe and Amad Diallo. These are like express trains that you see coming. They love one-on-one situations and the quick transitions.” Despite registering just 34 minutes of first-team action, Amad completed the most take-ons in the opening round of World Cup matches. United monitoring Amad’s team-mates United will be keeping a close eye on the Elephants’ progress at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, especially since they remain linked with two of their stars. The Red Devils are planning to add more bite to their attack before the start of the new season despite investing a fortune in the attack last summer. Yan Diomande’s eye-catching display against Ecuador earned him the man-of-the-match award, and he has already turned heads at the Theatre of Dreams. The 19 year old was outstanding for RB Leipzig last season, but his massive price tag could pose a problem for INEOS. Meanwhile, Bazoumana Toure is also among the forwards monitored by the English giants, although he was overshadowed by Amad against Ecuador. Nevertheless, the 20 year old’s stock remains high, and he also fits the profile of a left-footed left winger that United are in the market for. Final Thoughts A good run at the World Cup could provide Amad with the confidence booster that he desperately needs ahead of the new campaign. For now, the Ivorian will hope he has done enough to make it into the starting XI against Germany. Featured image Stu Forster 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 Deepungsu Pandit Deepungsu has been a Manchester United fan since 2000. In his playing days, he was an attacking midfielder with a proclivity for the back heel. Right now, however, he prefers to operate as a regista. Deepungsu has been writing about the Red Devils, Football, and other things since 2009. He has worked for over seven years with Sportskeeda, writing football reviews, opinions and news articles. Deepungsu also maintains a blog, The Thinking Me, where he writes about life and things that interest him. His favourite Manchester United player is Paul Scholes.
“Reminds me of Declan Rice”: Harry Maguire waxes lyrical about United target who’s got “absolutely everything”
England defender Harry Maguire has shared his verdict on the ongoing speculation surrounding the future of Elliot Anderson, who has also been mentioned to be a Manchester United target. Surrender Over the past few months, Anderson has consistently been named as United’s top midfield target. He enjoyed a brilliant season despite Forest battling to survive the drop for most of it. Anderson is largely expected to depart Forest this summer. Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis is believed to want a British record fee for the midfielder, who is also wanted by cross-town rivals Manchester City. City have already had two bids for Anderson rejected by Forest. The most recent bid was worth £106m up front with potential add-ons taking it in excess of £120m. Marinakis is demanding that the fixed fee eclipse the £125m British record that Liverpool forked out to land Alexander Isak last summer. Anderson favours a move to the Etihad. This, alongside the excessively high sums involved, has seen United cool their interest in Anderson, leaving City with a clear run at him. United are turned their attention towards other targets including West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes. Speaking on The Rest of Football podcast on Netflix, Maguire expressed his admiration for Anderson. The two have been alongside each other in the England set-up, but they’re now apart after Tuchel’s surprise decision to leave Maguire out. Maguire shares Anderson view Maguire said on the podcast, “I’ve heard there are many clubs abroad after him as well.” “I must say, I was not in the England squad for 12 months, and I was interested to go in in March and just see there were 10, 15 new players who I hadn’t played with. And I knew he was a good player, and in training, he impressed me even more than I knew.” “He’s got absolutely everything. He reminds me of Declan Rice in some aspects in terms of his profile.” The former United captain added, “He’s good on the ball; he can drive with the ball.” “He’s got an eye for goal as well, to say he’s playing number six at the minute, but he’s one of those, I think he could play 10, 8, 6. He’s that good.” Anderson is likely to keep his place in the team for Tuesday’s meeting with Ghana, having started in England World Cup opener against Croatia earlier this week. Featured 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 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!
Barcelona set sights on a different United star after Rashford deal collapses, INEOS will be furious – report
The fraught relations between Manchester United and FC Barcelona are set to become even more strained after the Spanish giant identified Benjamin Sesko as a target this summer, according to a new report. Rashford’s Return The two clubs have been locked in protracted negotiations over the past few months to try to find a compromise that would see Marcus Rashford stay in Catalonia permanently. The 28-year-old forward spent last season on loan with Barcelona, helping the Blaugrana defend their LaLiga title and reach the quarter-finals of the Champions League with 14 goals and 14 assists in all competitions. Marcus Rashford Stats: 2025/26 Season CompetitionAppearancesStartsGoalsAssistsYellow CardsRed CardsMinutes Played LaLiga3218893-1,762′ UEFA Champions League11554–579′ Copa del Rey4311–249′ Supercopa20—-32′ Total492614143-2,622′ Source: Transfermarkt. German manager Hansi Flick is understood to have been impressed by the United star, who was content to play a more squad-based role at Camp Nou, and wanted him to be signed permanently, while Rashford himself was desperate to remain as well. However, Barcelona’s hierarchy decided against triggering the £26 million buy option in the deal, instead trying to renegotiate another loan or a much cheaper price – two requests United had no interest in entertaining. Once the World Cup in North America concludes next month, Rashford will make an awkward return to Old Trafford while INEOS search for an alternative buyer for the team’s highest-paid player now that Casemiro has sealed his move to Inter Miami. Sesko In The Crosshairs Barcelona’s refusal to pay the relatively modest fee for Rashford was called into question by their £70m outlay on another English forward, Anthony Gordon, with INEOS likely to have been left scratching their heads at the deal. But this confusion will undoubtedly turn to anger as the Catalan side have now identified Sesko as an option up front, should their ambitious pursuit of Julian Alvarez fail. Barca have tabled an £87m bid for the 26-year-old Argentina international, which was immediately rejected by Atletico Madrid. Bizarrely, Real Madrid then made a bombshell offer of £113m that was also turned down, though sources in the Spanish capital question the legitimacy of the move. Atleti are understood to be demanding £130m for their prized asset, who Barca have identified as their first-choice successor to the departing Robert Lewandowski. However, should they be unable to prise him from the Metropolitano Stadium, attention will be turned to Sesko as one of three alternatives. MARCA reveals sporting director Deco has placed Borussia Dortmund striker Serhou Guirassy, Etta Eyong of Levante, and Sesko on his shortlist. Interestingly, Eyong is a target at Old Trafford to provide competition to the 6’5″ Slovenian frontman, given Joshua Zirkzee is set to return to Italy if a suitable offer arrives. However, United are understood to be prioritising a more experienced option as the Cameroon international is only 22 years old. Final Thoughts Having invested a total sum of £74m to sign Sesko from RB Leipzig last year, it would take a significantly larger offer than this to even make INEOS pick up the phone. And were they to see a Catalan calling code, they may simply hang up immediately. If Barcelona are searching for a more cost-effective option than Alvarez, they will need to shop outside of M16, unless a reversal on Rashford’s future is on their list. Sesko’s red-hot form under Michael Carrick makes him an unobtainable target this summer, as the 22-year-old is primed to explode next season. Featured 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 Darragh Fox Darragh is an editor for The Peoples Person who spent three years learning about the Cold War at the University of Sheffield slowly realising football was by far the most interesting thing to write about. Amad’s first touch should be officially recognised as the eighth wonder of the world.
United make position on Old Trafford project clear amid uncertainty over Andy Burnham’s mayoral exit – BBC
Manchester United’s position on their multibillion-pound Old Trafford regeneration project has emerged following Andy Burnham’s departure as Greater Manchester mayor. Uncertainty Last week, The Times revealed that United’s bid to construct a new state-of-the-art project could be thrown into “a period of uncertainty” if Burnham were to win the Makerfield by-election and vacate his position as Greater Manchester mayor. In March last year, United announced plans to leave Old Trafford in favour of building a brand new 100,000-seater stadium. The new stadium, which will be the largest in the UK, is set to be built on club-owned land adjacent to Old Trafford. United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has repeatedly stated plans to bestow United with an iconic stadium, which he has branded the “Wembley of the North.” With a new stadium at its heart, the wider Old Trafford regeneration is projected to inject £7.3bn into the UK economy every year, supporting 92,000 new jobs and delivering more than 17,000 homes. Burnham has been a big supporter of the project and as such, The Times explained that some senior figures at United are worried that his departure could stall momentum, given that a new mayor could potentially withhold funding approvals, steer the board towards residential development, or refuse compulsory land acquisition if it becomes necessary. However, according to the BBC, United are confident they can work with whoever becomes mayor. This follows Burnham’s Makerfield by-election win, which means he must step down as Mayor and trigger a fresh election. United’s stance Simon Stone of the BBC writes, “Manchester United expect their new stadium plans to be unaffected by Andy Burnham’s departure as Greater Manchester mayor.” “Multiple sources have told BBC Sport the MDC is legally binding and has been constituted by Parliament, so only the Government can scrap it.” “United feel no matter who the new Mayor is, or which party they come from, their work on a stadium that is likely to cost in excess of £2bn, can continue.” The MDC (Mayoral Development Corporation) is chaired by Lord Sebastian Coe. United are hopeful that a deal with Freightliner for the land necessary to construct the new stadium can be struck this summer. Featured image Christopher Furlong 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!
