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Harry Amass could have left United on a permanent deal in the final days of the transfer window, but the 19-year-old remained at the club after Burnley decided against raising their offer of £3.5million. @TyMarshall_MEN
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MUFC want €50m to sell Leny Yoro: @cmdotcom have revealed why #ACMilan believe they can land him.
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Ty Marshall (@TyMarshall_MEN) on Manchester United’s striker shortage and the board’s decision not to sign another forward:

“It certainly feels like a mistake at the moment. United hoped Benjamin Šeško had overcome his shin problem, but its recurrence is a major concern.

Michael Carrick and director of football Jason Wilcox were satisfied with the squad’s attacking options and would even have considered selling Joshua Zirkzee to fund a move for a left-back.

Marcus Rashford, Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha can all play up front, but Rashford doesn’t want to, Cunha hasn’t been effective in that role, and Amad’s injury leaves United short of options on the right, limiting Mbeumo’s flexibility.

Danny Welbeck seemed like an obvious option, and I’m surprised United didn’t pursue him. The squad now looks short of a natural striker.”

📰 [Manchester Evening News]
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Manchester United coaches believe Noah Ajayi could be the United academy’s next BIG THING! 👀

#MUFC [@StevenRailston]
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Louis van Gaal has been advised to contact a lawyer over the role Manchester City played in his Manchester United sacking.
Journalist Sjoerd Mossou, writing in his column for today’s print edition of AD, believes that the former Manchester United manager should be considering his options amid the fallout of the Manchester City case this week.
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Jack Moorhouse has returned to Manchester United after picking up an ACL injury on loan for Dundee.

[@di_cranio]
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Cumulative cash cost to #MUFC of LBO debt and dividends is £871mn. That might not be far off the amount of external capital United need to fund the new stadium...another cost of Glazer ownership and funding model that never really worked for the club. Continual investment in infrastructure is important.
@thePoS_007
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Carlos Baleba has been working on an individual training plan during the international break with a view to making his #mufc debut when the PL returns.

His work ethic has impressed staff, who are hoping his availability will fill the Casemiro-shaped hole in midfield [@cmckennasport]
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Trabzonspor plans to sign a 5-year contract with the experienced goalkeeper by acquiring Andre Onana's transfer rights following discussions with Manchester United.

The English club is demanding a transfer fee of at least 10 million Euros for Onana. (Fanatik)
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Between 2009–2018, Manchester City reported £949.94 million in revenue from sponsors linked to Abu Dhabi. According to the findings in the club's case, only £119.25 million came directly from sponsors.

The remaining £830.69 million was to be recorded as so-called "Tagged Sums," i.e., funds transferred by Abu Dhabi United Group (ADUG), the ownership group of Manchester City, and then reported under sponsorship agreements.

2️⃣[@MarkOgden_
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Amad has resumed training on grass and was with the group of non-internationals today. [@SullyTalkz]
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Man City’s rivals are waiting for the sanctions procedure to play out but already within the football industry there is talk of clubs wanting them to be EXPELLED from the #PL. [@TimesSport]
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Premier League confirms Manchester City ruled guilty of every charge related to financial rule breaches across 9 seasons + majority of charges on #ManCity  failure to co-operate with probe. Situation discussed w/ @JamesHorncastle @kvlmason @TheAthleticF
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Manchester City were informed they had been found guilty of more than 100 breaches of the Premier League's financial rules in JULY, according to ESPN.

City made seven signings this summer at a cost of over £450 million
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Noussair Mazraoui was forced off with an injury just under 70 minutes into Morocco's 2-0 win against Lesotho today.
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Speaking on the Stick to United podcast, Rooney explained: 'I remember playing against Bayern Munich (2010) where I turned up on crutches in my car, the team had come on the bus. 
'I went into the dressing room to wish the players good luck and ended up starting the game.'
Rooney added: 'Because Fergie asked me to inject it to play. I injected it, I had to come off at half time. Took my boot off at half time and my ankle had gone up like that.'

P.S I remember watching the game and Bayern players kicking him in the ankle
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No side in the Premier League has had more touches in the opposition box than United's 182 so far this season and they rank second for accurate passes as well, which suggests Carrick's mantra of retaining possession is beginning to get through.
They are also second for shots on target so far this season, but a conversion rate of 7.1% compares dismally with the teams around them in Brighton (16.8%), City (19.1%) and Chelsea (13.9%).
In terms of expected goals (xG), United are fourth with 9.9, although they have scored only eight times. They have an xG difference of 3.3 when, in reality, it's zero, suggesting they have scored less and conceded more than they should have.

The concern is that the promising statistical signs will begin to wither away as pressure mounts and morale plummets, but for now, there is still reason for optimism at United and faith in Carrick.
@TyMarshall_MEN
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Speaking to Sky Sports, Vieira revealed: "I had the opportunity to move to Real Madrid a couple of times and I even had...an opportunity to move to Manchester United.
"I had a meeting with Sir Alex Ferguson. Full respect, I couldn't say no to meeting him because he was an important figure in the Premier League. We met and we talked and he explained to me his vision that he had for Manchester United and the team that he wanted to build.
"He wanted to play me with Roy Keane, (Ryan) Giggs on the left-hand side, David Beckham on the right-hand side and (Paul) Scholes to play behind (Ruud) Van Nistelrooy, so it wasn't a bad team.
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Bruno Fernandes resumed training with the group yesterday and completed the entire session. [@Record_Portugal]
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Impressing the data team
🔺 Training last week to build fitness
🔺 “Fun” personality coming through
🔺 Close with Mbeumo, Yoro + Amad

Carlos Baleba is ready to be unleashed against Tottenham after the break #mufc
@StevenRailston
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Michael Carrick was on the pitch when Manchester City snatched the 2011/12 title from United right at the death. Among Premier League bosses, he has a unique perspective on the City case and the consequences for those who missed out. It would be a waste if he didn't speak about it next week #mufc
@TyMarshsll_MEN
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Manchester United are among several clubs MONITORING Lens’ 16-year-old attacking midfielder Mezian Mesloub.

Due to Brexit rules, he cannot move to England until he turns 18, meaning January 2028 is the earliest possible move. [@samuelluckhurst]
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Belgian media deliver verdict on Man Utd Goalkeeper Senne Lammens after France defeat

Manchester United goalkeeper Senne Lammens received mixed reviews from Belgian media following Belgium’s 1-0 defeat to France in the UEFA Nations League on Monday.

According to TEAMtalk, Lammens made five saves at Stade Roi Baudouin, including three from efforts inside the penalty area, but could not prevent Michael Olise’s late winner. Belgian publication Het Belang van Limburg rated the 24-year-old 6/10, noting that he made several important saves before Olise struck in the 88th minute.

The performance comes amid renewed debate over Lammens’ long-term suitability at Manchester United. Former United coach Rene Meulensteen has previously suggested Unai Simon as an alternative, while club legend Paul Scholes has also questioned whether Lammens can become a top-class goalkeeper.

Former Aston Villa striker Gabriel Agbonlahor has additionally urged United to consider Manchester City goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma.
@viarifnote
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Manchester United are highly impressed with Tynan Thompson’s progress and believe he has what it takes to contribute at first-team level.

Michael Carrick is keen to give the 18-year-old more opportunities with the senior team this season. 🔴

[@MENnewsdesk
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Unbelievably, sensible and well-informed people are seriously discussing Manchester Citygetting a huge points deduction or being demoted or kicked out of the English leagues completely.

‌There is also reasonable talk about them being sued by just about every other major club in the domestic game, and a few beyond that. That is before you get to the concept of titles being stripped and trophies retrospectively re-awarded to others.
There is still an appeal to be heard, but they have been found guilty already. Serious consequences must be considered. Following the draconian punishments handed to Evertonand Nottingham Forest, among others, City might find they don't just have the book thrown at them, it is the entire British Library lobbed in their general direction.

Those other clubs cooperated in the process. City have faced more charges and they involve larger sums and over a longer time period. In short, things are not looking good for the club that dominated English football for almost a decade.
This may be the biggest story in the Premier League's history and it is going to run and run.
Other serious considerations will follow hard on the heels of the Blues' dilemmas – specifically what long-term effects will this have on the Premier League? They will not all be good ones.

Some reasonably argue that the financial rules City have been found to have broken shouldn't have been put there in the first place. They were brought in to safeguard the financial security of the clubs and the league, but try telling that to many City, Everton and Nottingham Forest fans just now.

Newcastle and Aston Villa have plenty of financial backing, but these rules have hurt their ability to grow and stay competitive with the legacy clubs. This all feels unfair if you are a supporter of those two.
The money that will now be frittered away by the English game on lawyers and legal fees is eye-watering, and it will grow exponentially as the litigation increases.

mufc are scouring Europe for potential replacements for JJ Gabriel. Club chiefs are now resigned to the fact that Gabriel is leaving Old Trafford.

One option to replace Gabriel in their pool of young players is 16-year-old RC Lens talent Mezian Mesloub who has been scouted extensively by the recruitment department at United [@alex_crook]
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NEW: Manchester United are MONITORING Leece defender Tiago Gabriel ahead of the January window.

No contact has been made, but United are showing INTEREST in the 21-year-old. [@cmdotcom, @TEAMtalk]
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Benjamin Sesko on Instagram:

“I am very sorry that I will have to miss the next matches of the national team. I have always played for Slovenia and will always play with heart and pride.

The most important thing now is to fully dedicate myself to recovery. I am already working on getting back on the field as soon as possible and helping the national team and the club again.

I believe in our boys and I am sure that they will show the team spirit that has always adorned us this time. I can't wait to be able to wear the jersey with the national emblem again, and until then I will be Slovenia's biggest fan.”
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"When does Sky wonder if they are paying a lot of money in wages to train their next competitor?"
It is a question posed by Richard Gillis, who hosts the Unofficial Partner sports business podcast.
While Neville started out in the media as a pundit with Sky Sports, the 51-year-old is now one of the biggest players in a rapidly changing industry.

After co-founding the sports entertainment production company Buzz16 in 2016, Neville launched YouTube platform 'The Overlap' in 2021.
'The Overlap' produces 'Stick to Football' - one of the UK's most popular football content channels with 2.2 billion views across all platforms in 2025.
Earlier this year it entered into a strategic partnership with radio giants Global, with the aim to create a multi-format sports media network.

Neville this summer exited Buzz16, focusing his attention on 'The Overlap', which has branched out into cricket and rugby, and secured live Bundesliga rights.
The YouTube channels of United influencer Mark Goldbridge's were recently acquired, a further sign of the influence Neville now wields in football's media industry.
Goldbridge made his name with expletive-laden rants during streamed 'watchalongs' of United matches, and his channels have around four million subscribers.
Gillis points out that Neville was attracted to the Goldbridge brand, and his United Stand podcast, because it creates noise when there is no football.
"Noise is valuable," Gillis told BBC Sport. "Man Utd generate more of it than any other club in the Premier League.

"Anger creates engagement. And from the Sky commentary box, Neville is well placed to create anger."
In a bid to ramp up its content, 'The Overlap' is believed to have targeted national newspaper journalists to come on board and cover United.
"It poses questions," Gillis says of this development.
"Currently, Neville is the story. He says something, the media reports it, the fans respond to it. A valuable loop.
"At what point does The Overlap and the United Stand (a Goldbridge channel) become the rivals of the media?"
"What is the United Stand now? A noise merchant, or a news organisation?"

To many, it probably does not matter whether Neville's comments about United's running are valid or not.
They create headlines, column inches and legitimate talking points under the Sky Sports name.
Yet Neville is himself a media mogul who also works within another organisation.
And at present, when measured by media coverage and impact, all parties are winners.

Benjamin Sesko’s treatment PLAN will be decided once test results show the extent of his shin injury.

Sesko has suffered a recurrence of the issue that kept him out over the summer, and although it is NOT thought to be serious, he could require a period of REST. #MUFC [@lauriewhitwell]
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Ali Barat organised meetings with Real Madrid and Bayern Munich for JJ Gabriel. (@TyMarshall_MEN) #
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Ruben Amorim: “I can’t REPEAT my mistakes from Manchester United [at AC Milan].

“If we don’t have the characteristics to play a certain way, we have to ADAPT.” #MUFC [@Gazzetta_it, @Sport_Witness]
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ManUnited confirm that Darlow,Mainoo and Rashford have withdrawn from international duty with their respective nations.Each of the players will be assessed and undergo individual recovery plans during the current three-week international break.[@ManUtd]
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Benjamin Šeško is awaiting the results of his injury assessment with @Sport_Klub_Slo reporting a surgery might be one of the solutions to fix his long-term shin issue.

Would be surprised if the #MUFC striker links up with Slovenia for the upcoming matches, final decision today!
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mufc have had more touches in the opposition box than any other PL team so far this season (182).

United have also seen their opponents have the fewest inside their own penalty area (92) [@OptaAnalyst]
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Manchester United are set to make a decision on whether to WITHDRAW Benjamin Šeško from international duty, with the player undergoing another assessment on his shin injury this morning. #MUFC [@TyMarshall_MEN]
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Michael Carrick has raised concerns about Benjamin Sesko's latest injury by revealing the problem is connected to the same shin issue which kept the striker sidelined for more than two months over the summer.
- Rob Dawson
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Cole Palmer poised to withdraw from England squad due to load management. Marcus Rashford will be assessed for hip issue handled by Man Utd since World Cup but expected to pull out. Kobbie Mainoo also among likely absentees through injury @TheAthleticFC @David_Ornstein
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JJ Gabriel now won't be included in the #mufc squad to face Brighton tomorrow after he decided not to train on Tuesday [@TyMarshall_MEN]
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Manchester United retain an interest in Jarrad Branthwaite. United are keeping a keen eye on his form this season. [@alex_crook]
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Manchester United do not plan to take any further action over the incorrect VAR decision to award Manchester City's goal at Old Trafford on Sunday, Sky Sports News understands.
Despite remaining hugely frustrated by the situation, United have appreciated the effort Howard Webb and ProRef have made to apologise and explain the mistake.
United now want to move on and focus fully on Wednesday night's Carabao Cup tie against Brighton at Old Trafford.
-SkySports
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The video assistant referee (VAR) who wrongly awarded Erling Haaland's winning goal in the Manchester derby was at the centre of another row involving Manchester United.
United received a formal apology on Sunday after Howard Webb, the referees' chief, admitted Matthew Donohue made "an error of judgment" during Manchester City's 1-0 Premier League victory at Old Trafford.

Donohue was also the fourth official in United's 2-2 draw at Bournemouth in March when Harry Maguire, the United defender, allegedly told him he and his colleagues were "a f------ joke" after he was sent off for denying an obvious goalscoring opportunity.
Maguire's automatic one-match ban for the red card was later extended by another game after Donohue told an independent regulatory commission that Maguire had used abusive and/or insulting words.
'F------ joke' clash with Maguire
United were leading 2-1 at the Vitality Stadium when referee Stuart Attwell awarded a penalty to Bournemouth and sent Maguire off after adjudging that he had pulled Evanilson to the ground inside the box.

In the full written reasons for Maguire's extended ban published by the FA, Donohue said the United defender approached him as he was leaving the field "and shouted: 'You're a joke. You're all a f------ joke.'" Maguire denied in his written submission that he had directed the words towards Donohue or any of the other match officials present. But Donohue insisted he remembered hearing "with certainty" Maguire say "You're all a f------ joke" and recalled "thinking that the comment was aimed collectively at the group of officials".
Maguire said he was "extremely frustrated" to have a penalty awarded against him and be sent off when United had earlier been denied a spot-kick. However, he acknowledged in his evidence that he had acted inappropriately and apologised for saying what he did. The commission said that and his good disciplinary record spared him a further match ban and larger fine.

Former primary school teacher
Since turning professional seven years ago, Donohue has spent the majority of his career refereeing in the English Football League and is a regular in the Championship, including this season. According to transfermarkt.com, he has taken charge of only five Premier League games, three last term. He has been used extensively as a VAR for the past two years, performing the role 49 times during that period.
Sunday's match was Donohue's first Manchester derby and his biggest match to date.

Before becoming a full-time referee, Donohue taught at Greswell Primary School in Manchester, where he played a major role in developing their sports section while also officiating in League One and Two. Three years ago, Greswell was listed among schools to receive support from Manchester City's "Premier League Primary Stars" programme. Donohue left his role with the school before pursuing a career in football officiating, removing any potential conflict of interest.

Pro Ref selection strategy
Donohue's error raises questions about the policy of Pro Ref (formerly Professional Game Match Officials Ltd) of using VARs with limited on-field top-flight experience.

In February 2024, Tony Scholes, then Premier League chief football officer, said a new project had begun aimed at identifying future specialist VARs already working as referees further down the football pyramid. He said: "PGMOL is identifying referees, who are perhaps operating in the EFL or the National League, who they believe have got the attributes required in order to be a good VAR. Those people who are then selected will go through a training programme with the intention of developing a group of specialist VARs to supplement, not replace, those members of the select group who at the moment operate very effectively as VARs, as well as on the pitch."

Donohue could find out on Monday if he has been stood down from VAR duty this weekend.

Matthijs de Ligt trained individually on grass today. #mufc say he is being managed really carefully. Carlos Baleba is on an individual recovery plan. Amad was always going to be out for a while but recovering well. Players had a day off today [@SullyTalkz]
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- M.E.N |

• Matthijs de Ligt is nearing the end of his recovery period from a back injury that has kept him sidelined from the pitch since last November.

• De Ligt has returned to training, but Carrick acknowledged that Manchester United is taking a cautious approach to reintegrating the defender back into the team's lineup.
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Matt Donohue and Blake Antrobus have been stood down for the weekend following the Manchester Derby on Sunday. Decision made by Pro Ref boss Howard Webb. - Mike Keegan
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Fabrizio Romano on Bruno Fernandes contract renewal issues :
"There are several points, including the release clause. Bruno has a release clause in his current contract at United. They have to decide whether to include the clause or not, how much it should be and when it would be valid.
"So there are several points to clarify. That’s why there is still no agreement."

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Manchester United are INTERESTED in Finn Jeltsch, but VfB Stuttgart want to keep the 20-year-old defender until next summer unless a big January offer arrives. [@tuttosport]
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Wayne Rooney: “I'm just so SICK of this VAR. I think it’s horrendous, it’s taken all the emotions out of the game.

“The energy which the game played with and to not see that and recognise that Enzo Fernandez is in an offside position….anyone who’s played the game at any level understands that and knows that he's in an offside position.

“So to get it so WRONG, it’s just baffling.” #MUFC [@BBCSport]
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Sport, a Catalan newspaper focusing mainly on Barcelona, reports Liverpool are now in the picture for Alejandro Balde.
The 22-year-old has had zero minutes this season. Whilst he’s regularly on the bench, Hansi Flick isn’t calling him from it. Joao Cancelo and Xavi Espart are ahead of him for the left back and left wing-back roles.
Liverpool have a good working relationship with Barcelona following the Ronald Araujo deal. Manchester United relations are a little more strained due to the Marcus Rashford saga in the summer 2025 window.
Balde is believed to be worth around €40m. He has a contract lasting until 2028 and is represented by Gestifute.(Jorge Mendes)
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