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Ten Hag has terminated his contract with Ajax six weeks early and will effectively start work at Man Utd tomorrow. He's expected in Manchester tomorrow
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Despite assurances from Man Utd backing Solskjaer, defeat at home to Liverpool on Sunday would make it hard to keep faith with him, with results and performances already pointing towards an inevitable change of manager
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Man Utd pandering to their players with Lingard granted time off to "clear his mind" after not getting a loan move and Cavani allowed to miss tomorrow's FA Cup tie because of jet lag. Unthinkable under Sir Alex Ferguson
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Shaw, Rashford, Fernandes, Sancho and McTominay at launch of Man Utd’s new adidas away kit
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The decision by
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Rodri started twice as many Premier League games as Thiago, scored seven goals to his one, was a key figure in Man City beating Liverpool to the title, but doesn't make the PFA Team of the Year. Players eh, what do they know?
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Had the privilege of covering Man Utd for the past 21 years. Last night was the most feeble they have played in that time. Erik ten Hag is facing a harder job than any of his predecessors
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Solskjaer says he spoke to Maguire today about his recovery from injury and said he was "positive" about being fit for the Europa League final
#MUFC
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Average age of Man Utd's outfield players today is 23.7. Solskjaer putting his faith in young players
#MUFC
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Solskjaer has accused Klopp of costing Man Utd penalties:“There was a certain manager who worried about us getting penalties last year and after that the decisions were difficult to give. I've seen a big difference since then on."
#MUFC
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Solskjaer right to question whether Ronaldo’s profile counts against him when it comes to penalty appeals. Unquestionably should have been awarded two yesterday
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People saying McTominay and Fred aren’t good enough may be right, but when the club don’t deliver the player/s you need in midfield, what else can you do? Blame the club, not Ten Hag
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Man City cut short Guardiola's press conference, with many journalists still waiting to ask him about the ESL, even though he was perfectly happy to speak about it
#MCFC
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Guardiola and Zidane sharing a few words after Man City knocked Real Madrid out of Europe
#MCFC
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A front three of Rashford, Greenwood and Sancho, supported by Fernandes, has the potential to be one of the most exciting and prolific attacks in Europe, crucially one with longevity
#MUFC
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Steven Gerrard claims Villa goalkeeper Robin Olsen was attacked in the pitch invasion: "We're going to see how he is now, but I think you should ask Pep and Man City those questions."
#MCFC
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On current form, how on earth are Jesse Lingard and Fabian Delph in the England squad ahead of James Maddison? Baffling.
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Man Utd unlikely to make any further signings before deadline day, following the arrival of Antony
#MUFC
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Some atmosphere at Old Trafford last night. Can't recall that level of noise since 2-0 win over Man City in March 2020, United's last domestic game before lockdown
#MUFC
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Man Utd increasingly confident of winning race to sign Sancho this summer in a £120m deal as the next step in Solskjaer's youth-centric rival of the squad
#MUFC
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Man Utd increasingly confident of sealing £120m Jadon Sancho transfer this summer |
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As if Man Utd fans give a toss about this after such a humiliating defeat in the worst Premier League season in the club’s history. Embarrassing.
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Arteta patting Xhaka on the back as he walked off sums up everything that's wrong at Arsenal. Should have blanked or bollocked him for his utter stupidity
#AFC
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From the player who wanted £300k a week to stay at Man Utd
#MUFC
Ander Herrera admits football sometimes not the most important thing at Man Utd
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The transfer window has been open for nearly 10 weeks and Man Utd's only signing has been Van de Beek, while all of their rivals have strengthened significantly. Solskjaer deserves better, given the progress made last season
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Man Utd players sign autographs for fans following their training session at the WACA, Perth
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Refreshing to deal with a manager who smiles, is enthused and sees managing Manchester United as a privilege, rather than a burden
#MUFC
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Ronaldo and Maguire embroiled in power struggle over Man Utd captaincy in fresh blow to interim boss Ralf Rangnick
#MUFC
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EXCLUSIVE Cristiano Ronaldo and Harry Maguire in Man Utd captaincy row as Ralf Rangnick faces fresh crisis
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Man Utd sources insist no bid has been tabled to Borussia Dortmund for Sancho
#MUFC
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Man City midfielder Tommy Doyle heading to Sheffield United on season long loan. Confirmation expected today
#MCFC
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Also cannot fathom how Sterling, who was away from the England camp for several days after flying home, came on ahead of Grealish and Rashford. Offered nothing when he came on
#ENG
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Solskjaer angry with Southgate and England's handling of Greenwood: "I tried my best to give him a rest over the summer, he needed it mentally and physically, and the first thing that happens is he's called up and is right there in the press [with England]"
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Telles: "I won many trophies at FC Porto and I want to continue that at United. The manager has a clear plan and direction for this team and I can’t wait to pull on the famous shirt.”
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Man Utd unwilling to get sucked into a bidding war over Darwin Nunez. Seems like Liverpool have a free run at him
#MUFC
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Bizarre how, with five minutes left, Brighton have yet to have a player booked. Webster, in particular, has got away with two bookable challenges on Martial alone
#MUFC
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And, given the respective current form of United and Liverpool, you have to fear the worst for Solskjaer on Sunday
#MUFC
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Christian Eriksen has agreed to join Man Utd on a three-year deal, he’s set to be Erik ten Hag’s second signing after Tyrell Malacia
#MUFC
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You were saying?
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Still can’t fathom why Man Utd made public their intention to appoint an interim boss after Carrick. No need to do so. Could have said Carrick will lead the team while a replacement is sought. Doing it the way they did underlines complete lack of strategy
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Solskjaer effectively preparing Man Utd fans for no more signings, claiming current squad is good enough to compete: “I keep reading about players that should be playing, instead of the ones that are playing, so that tells me I've got a strong squad."
#MUFC
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Fred, who cost £52m, not even in Man Utd 18 today. Fred the Red has more minutes at Old Trafford this season than him
#MUFC
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United’s lack of attacking options on the bench showed just how much the club have compromised ten Hag this summer with their failure to deliver the players he needs
#MUFC
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Alex Telles: "To join a club with the prestige of Manchester United is a huge honour. You have to work hard to get to this moment in your career and now I am coming to this club, I can promise that I will give everything in my heart to be a success here."
#MUFC
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Man Utd should have cut their losses on Pogba long ago. He's tried to leave twice already and now it looks like being third time lucky. To allow his agent to make public his desire to leave, on the eve of United's biggest game of the season, is unforgivable
#MUFC
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Man Utd reach agreement with Barcelona over fee for Frenkie De Jong, with add-ons the only outstanding issue to resolve. Growing belief at United that a deal can be completed within days
#MUFC
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Frenkie de Jong's Man Utd contract details with £56m transfer to be done in days | ✍️
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Sancho medical complete, five year deal with the option of an extra year. Confirmation from Man Utd expected within next 24/48 hours
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Jadon Sancho completes Man Utd medical with transfer to go ahead in next 48 hours
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Iran captain Alireza Jahanbakhsh refused to give a view on the anti-Government protests in his homeland when asked how they had affected the squad ahead their World Cup opener with England. Full story on
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South Korea's squad and staff have formed a circle in the middle of pitch, watching the Uruguay v Ghana game on mobile phones, willing it to end to confirm their place in the last 16
#KOR
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With Rashford now out, Man Utd’s failure to replace Lukaku has come back to bite them. No fit strikers and Lingard, with one goal in his last 23 games, up front
#MUFC
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Man Utd have agreed a £45m deal with Ajax for Lisandro Martinez. Medical, contract and visa process to follow. Martinez is in Manchester to complete his move
#MUFC
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Solskjaer took just four questions in his post-match written media press conference, before it was abruptly cut short. Probably for the best for him
#MUFC
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Guardiola on Champions League last 16 being redrawn: "I think it's fair. If there's a mistake, you have to repeat it, so it's not suspicious."
#MCFC
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So many great performances from United players today, but McTominay was superb. Plenty felt Casemiro would start, but testimony to how well McTominay is playing that he kept his place and vindicated Ten Hag’s faith in him
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Man Utd ready to up their bid for Mount to £50m, but are unlikely to go any higher, certainly nowhere near the £70m wanted by Chelsea. Ball now in Chelsea’s court
#MUFC
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Man Utd prepare final Mason Mount transfer offer but still far off Chelsea valuation |
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One of the most damning indictments of Man Utd yesterday is that none of the starting line-up made the long trip to Kazkhstan. A week between games and still they were insipid, devoid of any spark or flair
#MUFC
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Remarkable stat: Man Utd were 11 points and 21 goals behind Chelsea when Mourinho was sacked. Now one goal and one point ahead nine games later
#MUFC
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Poor crowd for the second game of Man Utd’s US tour, Levi’s Stadium, Santa Clara
#MUFC
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Xavi on Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani's bid to buy Man Utd: "I have a good relationship with him and I think he would do a good job. I worked in Qatar for six years and I think he is a very good person with serious responsibilities."
#MUFC
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Journo to Yaya Toure: 'You said your mum was ill, what's up with her?' Toure: 'She's dead' Good start to group interview with English press.
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Man Utd are trying to sign Feyenoord left-back Tyrell Malacia, despite Lyon having had a £15m bid accepted. United are hopeful by out-bidding Lyon they can sign Malacia. Story on
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#MUFC
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A pleasure and a sobering experience spending time with Lou Macari at his shelter for the homeless in Stoke. What a man and what a difference he’s making. Interview in today’s
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Antony is reluctant to use his right foot, always cuts in or cuts back onto his left and rarely beats a man. Not great for an £84m player, irrespective of his goal
#MUFC
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Dembele to Man Utd not happening tonight, permanent or loan deal, according to club sources
#MUFC
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Nice line from Guardiola when asked to explain how City scored three goals in five minutes: "I called Real Madrid for advice!"
#MCFC
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Since losing the derby on Oct 2, Man Utd have lost just two of 30 games in all competitions. That and tonight's epic comeback, against the La Liga leaders, underlined what a remarkable job Erik ten Hag has done in his first season
#MUFC
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No amount of PR spin from Ed Woodward and the club can mask the glaring inadequacies in Man Utd's squad and the need for several additions in key positions before the transfer window shuts in two weeks
#MUFC
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Man Utd team v Villa: De Gea; Dalot, Maguire, Lindelof, Shaw; van de Beek, Fred; Sancho, Fernandes, Rashford; Martial
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Man Utd increasingly confident a deal will be agreed with Ajax for Antony. Fee likely to be £75m, rising to £80m
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Concern here at Old Trafford that Lisandro Martinez snapped his Achilles tonight, which would rule him out for several months
#MUFC
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Man Utd close to confirming deal with Odion Ighalo, who is due to fly to Manchester tomorrow to complete loan move until summer, with option to buy
#MUFC
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That's a shocking decision. Ederson took out Laimer, but no foul. Referee is having a shocker
#MCFC
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Jadon Sancho has been banished from all first-team facilities at Man Utd, including the players' dining area, until he apologises to boss Erik ten Hag
#MUFC
@MirrorFootball
🚨 EXCLUSIVE: Jadon Sancho has been BANISHED from all first-team facilities at Man Utd - including the dining room ❌
As Erik ten Hag issues the winger with an ultimatum if he want to return 😠
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No Man Utd inquest to write tomorrow. Can't believe it. Superb display and deserved win for Erik ten Hag and his players
#MUFC
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Solskjaer: "We lost to Liverpool, a team you all say are fantastic, and we've been in the game until the last kick of the ball. For me, that's strides forward. There were signs there that we're on the right track."
#MUFC
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De Gea not included on Man Utd’s retained list of players, with sources indicating situation not as positive as it was a few weeks ago. A contract extension could still be agreed, but would require compromise on both sides
#MUFC
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🚨 NEW: David de Gea is set to leave Man Utd after 12 years at the club, with Erik ten Hag eyeing three replacements |
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Impressive turnout at Old Trafford for the unveiling of a statue of former Man Utd assistant boss Jimmy Murphy, who kept the club going in the wake of the Munich tragedy of 1958, which claimed the lives of 23 people, including eight Busby Babes
#MUFC
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Man Utd will need to move quickly if they want to sign Lisandro Martinez, after Arsenal submitted a £35m offer for the Ajax defender today
#MUFC
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BREAKING: Arsenal submit increased £35million bid for Lisandro Martinez as Man Utd trail in race for Ajax defender
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Powerful
@DailyMirror
front page tomorrow. How anyone can vote for children to go hungry is beyond me. Keep up the incredible work
@MarcusRashford
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Baffling why Mourinho is unable to unlock this Pogba - leader and inspirational figure - for Man Utd
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Paul Pogba minutes before the World Cup Final.
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That Man Utd-supporting lad from Donegal has properly derailed Liverpool’s season since writing to Klopp.
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Solskjaer denies Erling Haaland is flying into Manchester for talks about a move to United. Claims he is en route to a Christmas holiday via Manchester
#MUFC
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McTominay on Ten Hag’s approach to pre-season: “He told us he doesn’t do friendlies.”
#MUFC
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Asked Ten Hag on Friday if he had spoken to Maguire about the need for him go show greater leadership and authority. If Maguire is benched tonight, it means Ten Hag no longer has faith in him and he must reassign the captaincy
#MUFC
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Danjuma beating Dalot all ends up down United's right side. Going to be a painful night for Dalot if this carries on
#MUFC
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