Although his team missed out on the FA Youth Cup, Manchester United teenager Jim Thwaites showcased his worth once, suggesting he might be Bruno Fernandes’ long-term heir.The Man Utd U18 team clashed head with the crosstown rivals Man City in Wednesday’s final. The young Cityzens prevailed by two goals to one thanks to Reigan Heskey, the son of the former England strike, Emile.DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & BREAKING NEWS – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAYNevertheless, the Red Devils did produce a moment of magic during the game, when Thwaites and Godwill Kukonki combined to score the equaliser, responding for Floyd Samba’s opener.Jim Thwaites shines for Man Utd U18 under Bruno Fernandes’ watchful eyeWhile the towering Kukonki nodded home the header following a clever run the box, Thwaites earned the bulk of the plaudits for picking up his teammate with an exquisite inswinger.Both players were described as ‘so good’, with fans and observers envisioning a future for the duo with the senior squad, perhaps as early as next season. Jim Thwaites & Godwill Kukonki are so good. They will be playing first team football for Manchester United very soon. Thwaites isn’t far away at all. pic.twitter.com/abgT6VMfBU https://t.co/635kN3gvbe — Adam (@AdamJoseph) May 14, 2026Another user on X (formerly Twitter) noticed how Bruno’s enchanted reaction, as watched on from the stands alongside his MUFC teammates, Luke Shaw and Mason Mount.Want more Stretty News coverage? Add us as a preferred source on Google to your favourites list for news you can trustThe Man Utd captain, who is only only assist away from equalling Thierry Henry and Kevin de Bruyne’s Premier League record per season, is renowned for picking up his teammates with this sort of sublime passes. Bruno Fernandes was smiling cuz he sees himself in Jim Thwaites especially the way he crossed that to Kukonki to tie it 1-1 in the u18 final#FAYouthCup#ManchesterDerby#MUFC pic.twitter.com/4y9zE6JTIV — 1️⃣9️⃣0️⃣4️⃣🫡 (@OvaDaBush) May 14, 2026Is there a place for Thwaites at Man Utd’s senior squad next season?Interestingly, Thwaites’ talent has often been compared to Pedri’s, but Man Utd supporters are starting to pick up similaraties between the teenager and their captain.The 18-year-old has already trained with the first team on several occasions, and was part of last month’s camp in Dublin. Therefore, many beleive that Thwaites is a genuine candidate for a first-team spot next season, especially with so many vacancies to fill in the middle of the park.The teenager wouldn’t necessarily serve as Bruno’s understudy in the No.10 role, given that Mount is expected to stay, but he could be an option for the double pivot where is most accustomed to, perhaps as a backup for Kobbie Mainoo.Either way, the future looks bright for the young Englishman, who certainly has the required talent to make it at the highest level. Jim Thwaites vs Manchester City [@khanmufc_] pic.twitter.com/IXTryMBeE6 — Morgan (@utdscope) May 14, 2026
“So good” – Bruno Fernandes delighted with Man Utd wonderkid who could be his natural successor
‘Standout’ EPL star ‘very open’ to joining Man Utd after initial contact with his entourage
Manchester United are zooming in on West Ham United youngster Mateus Fernandes, who might become their first summer signing.The Red Devils need to sign at least two new central midfielders for next season to make up for Casemiro’s departure and Manuel Ugarte’s potential sale.DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & BREAKING NEWS – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAYThe Premier League giants have long been linked with Elliot Anderson, Carlos Baleba, and Sandro Tonali, but Mateus Fernandes is slowly but steadily creeping his way up the shortlist.Man Utd & Mateus Fernandes express mutual interestThe 21-year-old is a Sporting CP youth product who signed for Southampton in the summer of 2024. Despite the Saints’ relegation, he still impressed in his maiden Premier League campaign, thus earning a £38 million move to West Ham United.History could be about to repeat itself for the young Portuguese, as the Hammers currently reside 18th in the Premier League table with only two rounds left, but he still managed to earn himself more suitors.Fernandes has been identified as one of West Ham’s ‘standout’ performers this season. He contributed with five goals and four assists in his 40 appearances across all competitions, and more importantly, he has been displaying a never-say-die attitude during the club’s darkest hour. Mateus Fernandes in 25/26 Appearances Goals Assists Premier League (West Ham) 34 3 3 FA Cup (West Ham) 2 1 0 Carabao Cup (West Ham) 1 1 0 Championship (Southampton) 3 0 1 Therefore, the Olhao native has now emerged as a serious target for Man Utd, and his candidacy is endorsed by his compatriot, Bruno Fernandes, who happens to be his football role model.Want more Stretty News coverage? Add us as a preferred source on Google to your favourites list for news you can trustIn his latest update on X (formerly Twitter), Carrington insider Sully confirmed MUFC’s concrete interest in Fernandes, who has expressed his openness to a summer move. However, West Ham are eyeing a comprehensive windfall.“Mateus Fernandes is attracting serious interest from MUFC and is high on the midfielder shortlist,” posted the journalist.“Some initial contact took place with his representatives too, just to gauge early interest, and he is very open to a potential move. WHU will want a ‘significantly’ larger fee than what they paid for him, even if they go down.”PSG & Arsenal also tracking FernandesSully also revealed that Champions League finalists, Paris Saint-Germain and Arsenal, are both in the fray. Nevertheless, the reigning European champions are more interested in acquiring attackers rather than midfielders, which could give the Premier League giants the advantage.“Multiple clubs have Fernandes on their radar, including PSG and Arsenal. However, I’ve heard that PSG are currently prioritising their attack first in the summer. It’ll become more clear in the next weeks what United’s steps are as we near the summer, with concrete steps starting to take place for their targets.” Mateus Fernandes is attracting serious interest from #MUFC and is high on the midfielder shortlist. Some initial contact took place with his representatives too, just to gauge early interest, and he is very open to a potential move. #WHU will want a ‘significantly’ larger fee… pic.twitter.com/53d9ibgoLQ — Sully (@SullyTalkz) May 14, 2026At this early stage, Man Utd are not in advanced negotiations with any of their targets, so the identity of the newcomers remains anyone’s guess.However, Fernandes certainly represents an interesting profile, considering his young age, maturity, fighting spirit, and ability to cover various roles in the middle of the park.The young Portuguese is originally a box-to-box midfielder, but he can also play in a slightly deeper position as No.6, or in a more advanced role behind the attackers.
PL side open their doors for United to complete blockbuster £70m raid for “generational talent” – report
With Manchester United qualifying for next season’s Champions League, they need more firepower up front to challenge on all four fronts. To avoid a repetition of what transpired with Rasmus Hojlund, the Red Devils should look to bring in another centre-forward to reduce the burden on Benjamin Sesko. Joshua Zirkzee, the current understudy, has proven entirely incapable of finding the net with any real consistency, and his time at Old Trafford is most likely up. As INEOS have shown in the past, the new signing is unlikely to be an experienced player, while they prefer Premier League-proven stars. Eli Junior Kroupi has been a revelation in the Premier League Bournemouth’s Eli Junior Kroupi has caught United’s eye, with the 19-year-old scoring both home and away for the Cherries against the 20-time English league champions. The former FC Lorient wonderkid can double up as an attacking midfielder, which can prove useful in the future when Bruno Fernandes decides to call it quits. It has been a fantastic debut season in the Premier League for the Frenchman, who has netted 12 times from only 19 starts in the English top flight. Naturally, the big sharks are all lurking with intent, but Bournemouth are desperate not to lose their young talisman. Bournemouth might not be able to hold on However, their stance may have softened as per SportsBoom, with the outlet claiming the team from the Vitality Stadium are eyeing possible replacements in the event the France U21 international ends up leaving. Should any suitor submit a bid in the region of £70 million to £87 million for the “generational talent“, Bournemouth will have no choice but to accept. In that case, they will try and snap up West Ham’s Pablo. “Another interesting angle of the transfer is Bournemouth. Here, everything depends on the young star Eli Junior Kroupi. “If Bournemouth offloads Kroupi for an astronomical figure (rumoured numbers are in the €80-100 million range), they will enter the transfer race for Pablo.” United need to reinforce their midfield, their backline and wide positions, and such a splurge for a backup forward remains unlikely. Feature 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 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
United held meeting with agents of CL winner last week, he’s now ready for stunning transfer – report
Manchester United have reportedly identified Aurelien Tchouameni as one of their preferred targets to replace Casemiro. However, according to TEAMtalk, there is a growing sense that Tchouameni is unlikely to become available this summer, despite a training ground fallout. This has reportedly “increased the appeal” of his Real Madrid teammate Eduardo Camavinga, with his suitors viewing him as an “attainable elite-level alternative”. Manchester United hold talks for Eduardo Camavinga TEAMtalk are reporting that Eduardo Camavinga is actively looking to leave Real Madrid, with a move to the Premier League “firmly in his thinking”. Manchester United and their fierce rivals Liverpool are both showing strong interest in Camavinga, who has been left frustrated after missing out on France’s squad for the World Cup. It is understood that the disappointment has “only strengthened Camavinga’s growing belief that he needs a fresh challenge away from Madrid”. With the Frenchman now ready to move, the situation has “accelerated rapidly”. Camavinga‘s representatives are speaking to clubs in their bid to find the best possible move for him. “Man Utd and Liverpool have both been spoken to again in the last week regarding the midfielder’s situation,” the report adds. Real Madrid willing to sell Eduardo Camavinga Despite his struggles in the Spanish capital, Camavinga is viewed as a player who “unquestionably fits” the profile of a top-calibre central midfielder. It is thought the 23-year-old would adapt quickly to the physical and tactical demands of the Premier League, owing to his athleticism and intensity. Eduardo Camavinga Stats: 2025/26 Season CompetitionAppearancesGoalsAssistsYellow CardsRed CardsMinutes Played La Liga281-2-1,506′ UEFA Champions League111111479′ Supercopa2—-169′ Copa del Rey1—-25′ Total4221312,179′ Real Madrid, meanwhile, are open to parting ways with the ex-Rennes sensation and would likely demand a fee in the region of £50 million to sanction a sale. It is suggested such a figure would not deter Premier League interest. However, given his stagnated development, any move would be risky, especially considering how crucial the midfield overhaul is for United’s future under Michael Carrick. Featured image Aitor Alcalde 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 hatch plan to beat rivals to explosive Serie A star whose brilliance “can break games wide open” – report
Manchester United have plans to sign a left winger this summer. With Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho, and Jadon Sancho all gone, the Red Devils are left without a natural left winger at the club. So, alongside fixing their midfield, Ineos hope to bring in a natural left winger this summer. With that transfer need already well established, it is little surprise that some fantastic wide options have been linked with a move to Old Trafford. And now, Teamtalk are claiming it should come as no surprise if the 20-time English champions turn to Bologna’s Jonathan Rowe to solve their left-wing issues. Battle for Jonathan Rowe The UK outlet notes that whilst Chelsea are serious about signing the Serie A winger, “Man Utd are also in the mix, and could compete with the Blues for Rowe’s signature.” They add that “the Red Devils have also monitored former Norwich academy graduate Rowe closely, with scouts regularly in attendance to watch him in matches.” It is not just United and Chelsea in the running either, with Aston Villa and Galatasaray also keen, but it is the two Premier League big six clubs who are most heavily linked with a £39.2 million raid on I Rossoblù. A game-changer signing Rowe could prove to be a game-changer, and as his Bologna coach, Vincenzo Italiano, argues, he possesses the creativity, physical strength, and qualities to break games wide open and help a side win trophies. He is yet to post eye-catching numbers in front of goal: just three goals and an assist, but those who have watched him closely argue it is only a matter of time before his brilliance in the final third truly comes to the fore. Unlike other targets such as Yan Diomandé, he would not command an exorbitant fee, which makes him perhaps the one Ineos should press hard for. He could come in and share the left wing responsibility with Matheus Cunha, with the pair pushing each other on and turning that position into one of real strength. Featured image Francesco Scaccianoce 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 Daniel Onguko Dan is a writer with The Peoples Person, an avid Manchester United fan whose passion for the Red Devils evolved into writing about them. He was introduced to United back in 2008, and his love for the club has continued to grow ever since. Like every other United fan, he believes the club will soon return to its rightful place and strives to reflect that belief in his writing. While he has also written about other Premier League sides, including Arsenal for Just Arsenal and The Arsenal Analysis Blogspot, Dan lives and breathes Manchester United.
Title winners plot stunning raid to sign United dynamo, INEOS ready to perform dramatic U-turn – report
Newly promoted Coventry City are eyeing an ambitious raid to sign Manchester United midfielder Mason Mount, according to the latest report. Premier League New Boys Under the careful watch of Frank Lampard, Coventry stormed to the Championship title this season, finishing 11 points clear of second-place Ipswich Town. With only seven losses from 46 games, the Sky Blues scored the most and conceded the fewest goals, playing a brilliant style of football. It marks the first time the Midlands club will play in the Premier League in 25 years, having been a founding member of the division in 1992-93. There will be a sense of optimism that they can follow the paths laid down by Sunderland and Leeds United, the first teams to come up and survive in England’s top division in three years. The previous two campaigns – 2023/24 and 2024/25 – saw all three promoted sides promptly relegated back down to the Championship at the first attempt. A key part of Sunderland and Leeds’ success has been excellent recruitment, with the Black Cats signing 18 players and the Lilywhites 11. The strongest recruit for each club – Granit Xhaka for Sunderland, Dominic Calvert-Lewin for Leeds – ranks amongst the best pieces of business by any club in the Premier League last summer. If Coventry are to come up and stay up, their hopes will rest as much in the boardroom over the next three months as they do on the pitch next season. Mount in the crosshairs TEAMtalk reveals Lampard’s side are “weighing up an ambitious move” for Mount to help lead their survival charge. The pair previously worked together at Chelsea and Derby County, with Lampard describing the 27-year-old as a “top player” while at Stamford Bridge. The report states Manchester United are “open to parting ways” with Mount this summer as he has failed to live up to expectations after his £55 million switch from west London in 2023. Injuries have been his biggest obstacle, though a lack of decisive performances in these limited opportunities has further hindered his case to remain at Old Trafford. The appointment of Michael Carrick has not helped either, as Ruben Amorim was a huge fan due to the Englishman’s versatility in his 3-4-2-1 system. Carrick’s use of a 4-2-3-1, which puts Mount in direct competition with Bruno Fernandes for the No.10 role, has rendered him an afterthought. Final Thoughts No one can fault Coventry’s ambition for targeting a player with Mount’s pedigree, but the United star’s wage packet – worth as much as £250,000 a week – makes any deal unviable. TEAMtalk claims there are “five Premier League sides who are monitoring his situation”, though a loan move would be their preference. There is a growing sense that a “temporary exit could allow Mount to regain match sharpness”, with a loan move now “viewed as the most probable outcome.” Mount is understood to be intent on remaining and fighting for his place under Carrick, however, further killing any prospect of an exit this summer. The midfielder has called Carrick “brilliant” and put his weight behind the idea of the 44-year-old getting the job full time. Featured image George Wood 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.
Video: United star wins Goal of the Season with insane strike in enemy territory, Carrick has fully unleashed him
Manchester United wide man Patrick Dorgu has won the club’s Goal of the Season for the 2025/26 campaign for his outstanding strike at the Emirates in January. Long-Range Missile The Red Devils travelled to face Arsenal in enemy territory in interim boss Michael Carrick’s second game in charge, fresh from the 2-0 win over Manchester City at Old Trafford. The Gunners, as they had been for the majority of the campaign, were leading the table and in fine form. But United emerged from the pulsating clash in north London with a 3-2 win and all three points, courtesy of a thunderous half-volley from Dorgu with the game poised at 1-1. The dynamic Dane, deployed as a left-winger by Carrick, burst through the opposition midfield, playing a brilliant double one-two with captain Bruno Fernandes to leave three Arsenal players for dead, before unleashing a howitzer into the top corner of David Raya’s goal. The ball rattled in off the crossbar before crossing the line, an emphatic visual which makes every goal feel that little bit more visceral. The Spanish goalkeeper was left with no chance of saving it. Challenge: Watch our Goal of the Season just once ⚽️🔥Difficulty level: Impossible 🤤🔂 🤝 @Snapdragon pic.twitter.com/n1qhP6mk8r — Manchester United (@ManUtd) May 15, 2026 Arsenal equalised shortly after, but Mikel Arteta’s men faced only temporary relief, as Matheus Cunha produced his own outrageous long-distance effort to secure all three points for United. Interestingly, fans voted the Brazilian forward’s goal in second place behind Dorgu’s, with Fernandes’ free-kick in the chaotic 4-4 draw against Bournemouth at Old Trafford placing third, the club website reveals. The last ten winners of the Goal of the Season award are: 2025/26: Dorgu v Arsenal 2024/25: Amad v Manchester City 2023/24: Garnacho v Everton 2022/23: Antony v Barcelona 2021/22: Ronaldo v Tottenham Hotspur 2020/21: Fernandes v Everton 2019/20: Rashford v Chelsea 2018/19: Andreas v Southampton 2017/18: Matic v Crystal Palace 2016/17: Henrikh Mkhitaryan v Sunderland Where will Dorgu play next season? There remains an interesting question of where Dorgu’s best position in Carrick’s 4-2-3-1 system is, given that he was not initially signed to play in this formation. The 21-year-old was captured from Serie A minnows Lecce in January 2025 to provide then-head coach Ruben Amorim with a specialist left wing-back. But he struggled at times to provide the attacking threat the Portuguese tactician needed, with Amorim even publicly criticising him for the “anxiety” he showed in possession after the 1-0 defeat to Everton in November. There is a certain irony, therefore, that Dorgu’s best performances in a red shirt have come while playing in an even more advanced role, with back-to-back goals in both games. Final Thoughts United coaches are understood to view the Copenhagen native as a winger moving forward, which is why the club are targeting a new left-back this summer to provide competition to Luke Shaw. Newcastle’s Lewis Hall and Arsenal’s Myles Lewis-Skelly have both been linked. This would be a mistake, however, as Dorgu’s most impressive attributes – speed, size, strength and stamina – are best harnessed as a flying fullback who provides a constant overlap down the outside. The fact that he has the skill to contribute in the final third should be the cherry on top, rather than the main ingredient of the cake. Featured image Justin Setterfield 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 superstar wishes INEOS axed Amorim sooner, now pushing for Carrick to get permanent job – report
Casemiro believes his Manchester United career could have lasted longer if Michael Carrick had arrived at the club earlier, according to a new report. The Resurgence Despite turning 34 in February, Casemiro has enjoyed a resurgent campaign for the Red Devils, helping his side secure a return to the Champions League with three games to spare. Since Carrick took charge of the side, no other team in the Premier League has picked up more points than United. Ten wins, three draws and two defeats is title-challenging form. At the heart of this has been Casemiro, stationed next to Kobbie Mainoo after the 21-year-old starlet was brought back into the fold by Carrick. The Brazil international has been outstanding as the anchor in midfield – as has Mainoo – firmly rejecting the notion that the ‘football had left him’. The former Real Madrid superstar has even found his goal-scoring boots, or more accurately, head, with nine goals this season. Six of these have been provided by Bruno Fernandes, and five with Carrick in the dugout. Naturally, the mood around Old Trafford is buoyant ahead of a major transfer window this summer. Carrick looks set to remain in place, while the futures of key stars like Fernandes and Mainoo are now similarly secure as well. But the rosy picture painted in the second half of the season stands in direct contrast to the misery which engulfed the club over Christmas with Ruben Amorim still at the helm. The prickly Portuguese was given his marching orders by INEOS at the beginning of January after an explosive fallout with sporting director Jason Wilcox a few days prior. It brought an end to his tumultuous tenure after 14 months, though performances on the pitch would have justified that decision far earlier. In a long line of mistakes by INEOS, hiring a manager with no experience in English football and a rigid system that suited none of the players is unmatched. The fact that Carrick has achieved such success simply by reversing Amorim’s major decisions, rather than implementing many of his own, is a testament to this. Casemiro backs Carrick The major change the 44-year-old Englishman has made is a simple switch back to a more comfortable 4-2-3-1 shape. However, it has been a more defensive variation, designed to protect – rather than expose – Casemiro. The fullbacks, particularly Luke Shaw at left-back, do not wander too far forward to help protect against transitions. Mainoo remains close to his Brazilian elder, while the backline are happy to remain deep. Whatever pressing the team do comes from the front four. Is this Carrick’s idealised vision for his side? No. Is it a smart adaptation to maximise your best player’s strengths and minimise their weaknesses? Yes. It’s little wonder, therefore, that, according to sources close to him, Casemiro believes his time in M16 could have been extended if Carrick had arrived earlier: “Well-placed sources say Casemiro feels he would have been able to play longer for United as Carrick has taken measures to ensure he stays fully-fit.” The Sao Paulo native’s contract expires at the end of the season, with both the player and club having decided against an option to extend it by twelve months. However, he is said to feel he “could have played for Manchester United for one more year” if these tactical changes had been implemented earlier. Having been managed by some of football’s most illustrious managers at the Santiago Bernabeu, Casemiro’s opinion on Carrick’s position at Old Trafford is a salient one – and he fully backs the interim boss to get the job permanently. “The team plays very good,” the midfielder says. “He will win any games. The team improves day by day. Game by game the team improves. “So, for me, it’s a big problem because in my opinion he deserved this opportunity…He deserves the opportunity because the team is very comfortable. The team plays very good. We have big wins big ones. So for me he deserves this opportunity.” With the support of the dressing room and the executive branch, Carrick looks to be at the wheel permanently moving forward; but Casemiro may have been his lieutenant in midfield next season had that decision been made earlier. Feature image Justin Setterfield 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 in pole position for “fearless” Wolves star, INEOS ready to strike deal ahead of PL rivals – report
Manchester United remain interested in signing Mateus Mane – but face growing competition from Premier League rivals to agree a deal for the Wolverhampton Wanderers starlet, according to a new report. Breakout Season Despite the struggles surrounding him, Mane has enjoyed a breakout campaign at Molineux. The 18-year-old winger, who boasts dizzying dribbling and excellent decision-making, made his debut for Wolves at the end of last season. He has built upon this ascension into the first team this year, becoming a mainstay under Robert Edwards. The English coach, who took charge at Molineux in November after Vitor Pereira’s sacking, hailed the “fearless” youngster after a standout display against West Ham United, where Mane became Wolves’ youngest ever Premier League goal scorer in a 3-0 win. “He’s just got to keep doing what he’s doing. He’s got a really good attitude, but he’s affected games very, very well with his intensity and his selfless work, but then real moments of quality and bravery, which I think has rubbed off on the group as well,” Edwards stated. Eyed by England’s Elite With the Black Country side having been destined for relegation for much of a torrid season, rivals have been keeping a close eye on Mane’s situation in hopes of striking a cut-price deal this summer. United, on the hunt for a new left-winger, are joined by Liverpool as the two frontrunners for the Barreiro native, who holds dual citizenship in England and Portugal. A report relayed The Peoples Person claims the Red Devils have placed Mane at the “very top of their transfer shortlist” as they look to “finalise the transfer quickly”. Conversely, Liverpool are understood to have already “conducted a preliminary meeting” with the player’s camp to lay out their case. Sports Boom confirms the bitter north west rivals are “favourites” for Mane’s signature, but reveals Nottingham Forest are now “ready to throw themselves into the transfer fight” for the teenager. The Tricky Trees are currently managed by Pereira, who replaced Sean Dyche in February and has guided his new side to safety. There were rumours during his time at Molineux that he did not rate Mane, but Sports Boom reject this. “Despite suggestions he was unsure about the teenager’s potential whilst in charge at Molineux, sources in the East Midlands last night confirmed Pereira was always convinced Mane would develop into one of English football’s most exciting talents after overseeing a critical phase of his career. “Mane signed his first professional contract under Pereira after being drafted into the Portuguese coach’s senior squad and has since emerged as one of the brightest young forwards in the country.” The report states Pereira is now “preparing to refresh his options” at the City Ground after staving off relegation – with a reunion with Mane firmly in his crosshairs. Final Thoughts A key advantage United are said to hold over Liverpool is a clearer pathway to first-team opportunities, given the presence of Cody Gakpo and wonderkid Rio Ngumoha at Anfield. By contrast, neither Patrick Dorgu nor Matheus Cunha, last summer’s capture from Wolves, are out-and-out left-wingers in the mould of Mane. And while Forest look ready to move aggressively to strike a deal with their Midlands rivals, United would have little trouble dispatching them in a straight shootout to secure the 18-year-old starlet. Featured image Matt McNulty 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.
Carrick greenlights sensational United raid to snatch tactical genius from PL rival – The Athletic
Manchester United are about to make a major decision regarding their technical bench. After sacking Ruben Amorim at the turn of the year, INEOS opted for the caretaker route rather than quickly appointing another permanent head coach. Carrick has been a massive hit at United That decision now appears to have paid off. Months after handing Michael Carrick the caretaker role, he has done such a fantastic job that the search for United’s permanent head coach was over before it even started. 🚨 Michael Carrick will stay at Manchester United as permanent manager, confirmed. Direction clear for weeks, plan also approved by Sir Jim Ratfliffe and new deal set to be signed soon. New deal for 2 years plus option to extend or directly 3 years, but no doubts: Carrick says… pic.twitter.com/ptyvbpI9sf — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 15, 2026 With quality performances and impressive results: 10 wins, three draws and two losses, Carrick has revived a United side that many had written off. The 20-time English champions are primed to finish third in the league and make a return to Champions League football. INEOS have been left with little choice but to hand the former midfielder the job permanently. They are now set to do exactly that, with credible reports suggesting United have proposed a two-year contract to Carrick, with the option of a further 12 months. But it is not just Carrick getting a “promotion”; his backroom staff of Steve Holland, Jonathan Woodgate and Jonny Evans are also in line for new deals. Alongside the trio, Craig Mawson is to continue as goalkeeper coach, having been promoted to the role following Amorim’s departure. Andreas Georgson to return Interestingly, Carrick’s backroom staff is also set to be bolstered by the return of set-piece coach Andreas Georgson. As Laurie Whitwell reports via The Athletic: “It is anticipated Andreas Georgson, who was popular at United during the 2024-25 campaign, could be a contender to return. Georgson is currently at Tottenham Hotspur, having joined Thomas Frank’s staff last summer and stayed on.” A renowned set-piece coach who has excelled in that department at Arsenal, Brentford and now Tottenham Hotspur, Georgson also spent time in the role at United. Georgson had a short stint at United Having joined in July 2024, he did not stay long, leaving when Erik ten Hag was sacked months later. He will surely be relishing the chance to return and sharpen a United side that has been quite lethal from set pieces. This season, United are tied second with Tottenham (Georgson’s current club) with 18 set-piece goals, while Arsenal lead the chart with 21. As good as the Red Devils are becoming in dead balls, landing a set-piece master like Georgson should certainly make them better, if not the best. 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 Daniel Onguko Dan is a writer with The Peoples Person, an avid Manchester United fan whose passion for the Red Devils evolved into writing about them. He was introduced to United back in 2008, and his love for the club has continued to grow ever since. Like every other United fan, he believes the club will soon return to its rightful place and strives to reflect that belief in his writing. While he has also written about other Premier League sides, including Arsenal for Just Arsenal and The Arsenal Analysis Blogspot, Dan lives and breathes Manchester United.
