Ranking third overall behind Real Madrid and Barcelona, Manchester United total 233.6 million subscribers and followers across X, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube.
Rivals Manchester City are second highest out of Premier League clubs and fifth overall with 179.5m, with Liverpool (166.7m) and Chelsea (152.9m) just behind.
Arsenal also make the global top 10 with 114.1m, meaning there are five English teams inside the top 10.
Spurs just miss out in 11th with 108.1m, but they did gain an extra 700,000 followers over their North London rivals since June 2024.
A total of 15 English clubs make the top 100, with Leeds United squeezing into the 100th spot with 6.4m.
While fans may not sing about social media followers, global interest has a hand in paying the bills at their beloved football clubs.
Reijnders the latest signing to help bolster 'wounded' City squadpublished at 09:32 BST 11 June
09:32 BST 11 June
Shamoon Hafez BBC Sport football news reporter
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The question being asked in the lead up to the Club World Cup was how seriously teams would be taking the expanded competition.
Manchester City have emphatically answered that question by bolstering a wounded squad that should now go far in the competition in the United States.
With Kevin de Bruyne departing and a hole left in attacking midfield, City were eyeing up Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz but decided not to pursue a deal owing to the excessive cost of the signing.
Instead, they have boosted the side with the signings of midfielder Tijjani Reijnders, wonderkid Rayan Cherki and left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri for a total of around £108m - which is less than the reported 150m euros (£127m) asking price Liverpool are reportedly set to pay for Wirtz.
All three, plus new goalkeeper Marcus Bettinelli, are available for selection for the Club World Cup with City facing Moroccan side Wydad AC in Philadelphia next Wednesday.
'I am ecstatic' - Reijnders signs for Man Citypublished at 09:07 BST 11 June
09:07 BST 11 June
Manchester City have confirmed the signing of Tijjani Reijnders from AC Milan for an initial fee of £46.5m (55m Euros) - and we want to hear your thoughts.
The 26-year-old has signed until June 2030 and as the deal was agreed before the first transfer window closed on Tuesday, he is available to play at the Club World Cup.
Reijnders said: "I am ecstatic to be signing for Manchester City. City are one of the biggest teams in the world, with the best coach, world-class players and outstanding facilities.
"Under Pep Guardiola, City have won so many titles and I want to help keep that going with a lot more success in the coming years. It is also a dream come true to play in the Premier League. This league has seen many of the best Dutch players perform through the years and it's an inspiration to follow in their footsteps.
"I am really looking forward to getting going, meeting the other players and showing the Manchester City fans what I can do."
Manchester City's Director of Football Hugo Viana added: "We are very happy that Tijjani has joined us and we're excited for him to join Pep's squad. He arrives here with extensive top level experience in Europe, both at club level as well as on the international stage with the Netherlands.
"Tijjani adds extra energy, composure and creativity to our midfield and working with Pep and our coaches will only see him go from strength to strength."
'Brilliant deal' and 'the Premier league isn't ready' - fans on Cherkipublished at 08:51 BST 11 June
08:51 BST 11 June
Following the news that Rayan Cherki has completed his £30.5m move from Lyon to Manchester City, we asked for your views on the deal.
Here are some of your comments:
Sean: Brilliant deal, much better deal than could have been done for Florian Wirtz and a much better technician. Can't wait to see him playing.
Darren: Fingers crossed, but can he perform on a cold night in Stoke?
Lee: Are these signings the manager's choice or City's choice? With the exception of Marmoush we haven't seen anything from the winter signings. Why leave them benched if they are the future?
Shaun: What a deal! What a player! The Premier league isn't ready for this boy's class - City rebuild is on.
Oliver: I believe he is a great signing and will strengthen our midfield, especially with De Bruyne leaving.
Gary: Asked for our opinion on Reijnders last week and this week it's Cherki and my answer is still the same. We have Divine Mukasa at the club and his potential is greater than both of the above. Our very own Alistair Mann called Mukasa 'The Jewel in the Crown'.
Shaun: Bargain, bring it on.
Chris: Excellent choice, ideal to play with Rodri, good age and good deal. I'm very pleased with the work done so far.
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BBC Sport compared stats for Cherki in 2024-25 with Doku, Foden and Savinho
'People will go to the stadium to see a player like him'published at 21:26 BST 10 June
21:26 BST 10 June
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French football journalist Loic Tanzi says new Manchester City fans will see "something big" from new signing Rayan Cherki under Pep Guardiola.
Cherki's move to City was confirmed on Tuesday and the 21-year-old will be eligible to play in the Club World Cup.
"People will go to the stadium to see a player like him because when he touches the ball it can become crazy during the games," Tanzi told BBC World Service.
"It's going to be interesting for him because he's played three years now in Lyon. He's just 21 years old and it's a big step for him in his career. Under Pep Guardiola, we can see something big. He's not a top player for now, but I think he can become a top player."
Some creative players - such as Riyad Mahrez and Jack Grealish - have taken time to adapt to Guardiola's style of play and, while Tanzi does believe Cherki may not adjust immediately, he does believe the France international will very quickly.
"He's the kind of player who needs time to adapt to a new environment, to a new coach - and he will need time to just understand what Pep Guardiola needs from him," Tanzi added.
"But I think he will just need, I don't know - one month, two months. He is a really clever player and a really clever guy.
"He signed to Manchester City because he knows Guardiola wants to do something really specific with him, and I think he will succeed in the end."
'I can't wait to show City fans what I can do'published at 19:41 BST 10 June
19:41 BST 10 June
New Manchester City signing Rayan Cherki says it is "very special" to be joining the club as he looks to make "next step" in his career.
The 21-year-old's move from Lyon was confirmed on Tuesday, joining on a five-year deal for an initial fee of £30.45m.
He becomes City's second signing in two days, with coach Pep Guardiola having brought in Algeria left-back Rayan Ait-Nouri from Wolves for £31m on Monday. Both are available for the upcoming Club World Cup.
"This is a dream for me. Honestly, to be joining a club like Manchester City and have the opportunity to make the next step in my career here is something very, very special," Cherki told club media.
"I have worked so hard for this all my life. I love this sport, and I can't wait to develop further here in Manchester with Pep and his backroom staff.
"Everyone knows how good City are – they have been so successful for many years now. The responsibility to help the team continue winning is something I want to embrace.
"I would only leave Lyon for a project I really believe in and everything at City suggests I can develop my game and help the team be successful in the future.
"I can't wait to show City fans what I can do."
City's director of football Hugo Viana added: "He's a player our scouts have watched for a long time, and we have all been impressed with his skill and creativity. I am convinced our fans will be excited to see him play.
"I really believe he can become a world-class player with our support and direction."
'An absolute master, a wizard with the ball' - who is new City man Cherki?published at 19:22 BST 10 June
19:22 BST 10 June
Neil Johnston BBC Sport journalist
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Rayan Cherki is only the latest talent fresh off the Lyon production line, but he may be the best yet.
He joined Lyon at the age of seven from AS Saint-Priest and, aged 16 years and 140 days, became their youngest goalscorer in January 2020.
Before that, in November 2019, a Champions League debut came against Zenit, while he also helped France reach the quarter-finals of the European Under-21 Championships in 2023.
Cherki has just enjoyed a breakout campaign in Ligue 1, providing 11 assists, 22 big chances - the most in the league - 13 through-balls and 48 successful dribbles.
A return of 12 goals is by far the best of his short career, but it is his work and understanding of the game off the ball that has arguably improved the most this term.
French football expert Julien Laurens, speaking on BBC Radio 5 Live's Euro Leagues podcast, said: "He has been incredible this season. Since he was 16 - even before that - the talent is there, left foot or right foot.
"A player at this level who takes corners with each foot depending on which side of the corner it is, to be an inswinger every time is just incredible.
"He is one of the greatest technicians in Europe right now."
Of the 44 shots he took with his feet in Ligue 1 last season, 22 came with the left and 22 with the right.
Cherki's growing reputation was only enhanced by Thursday's stunning international debut on Thursday against Spain, when he sparked France's comeback from 5-1 down.
And Laurens certainly isn't Cherki's only admirer.
France legend Thierry Henry has previously said he has "never seen a player in history who dribbles as quickly as him", while Lyon's captain Alexandre Lacazette described him as "special".
Cherki, also part of the France squad that finished runners-up at the 2024 Olympics, scored in both legs for Lyon against Manchester United in a Europa League quarter-final defeat in 2024-25.
Speaking to BBC Sport in April about him, Lyon's former Arsenal player Ainsley Maitland-Niles said: "He is the best natural talent I've ever seen. An absolute master, a wizard with the ball.
"He is taking chances, assists and dragging us up the pitch by taking people on and nutmegging them - he is a genius."
City sign forward Cherki - have your saypublished at 18:59 BST 10 June
18:59 BST 10 June
Manchester City have signed the signing of midfielder Rayan Cherki from Lyon for an initial 36m euros (£30.5m) - and we want your thoughts on the deal.
The 21-year-old arrives on a five-year contract before the 19:00 BST transfer deadline, so Cherki will be eligible to play in the Club World Cup that beings on Monday.
The France international made 44 appearances for Lyon in 2024-25, scoring 12 goals and providing 20 assists.
Man City sign Bettinelli from Chelseapublished at 15:11 BST 10 June
15:11 BST 10 June
Manchester City have confirmed the signing of goalkeeper Marcus Bettinelli from Chelsea for a small undisclosed fee.
Bettinelli joins on a one-year deal and is expected to replace Scott Carson as Pep Guardiola's third-choice behind Ederson and Stefan Ortega.
The club also confirmed he will travel to the US for the upcoming Club World Cup.
The 33-year-old made just one appearance in four years at Stamford Bridge, in an an FA Cup third-round win in January 2022.
"It's an honour to sign for City," Bettinelli said. "I have admired from afar what this club has achieved since Pep Guardiola arrived and now, I am excited to be a part of building on that success.
"Hopefully I can contribute in training, the dressing room and on the pitch as we look to win more silverware over the next year."
'World-class' Ait-Nouri an 'absolute steal' for Citypublished at 10:26 BST 10 June
10:26 BST 10 June
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Wolves fan George Larkin from Wolves TV believes new Manchester City signing Rayan Ait-Nouri will "take the step up" in Pep Guardiola's team.
In his five seasons with the Old Gold, the 24-year-old scored nine goals and registered 19 assists from left-back - including four goals and seven assists last season.
"Ait-Nouri has given us a lot of good moments over the years," George told BBC Radio Manchester's Total Sport. "He's got stronger and stronger every season and the biggest part of his game to suit City is going forward.
"In terms of stats last season, he provided the most goal contributions of any defender in the Premier League. City defenders spend more time in the opposition final third than defending their own box so he fits that perfectly.
"He goes with best wishes from Wolves fans. It is a good move for him. I think he will take that step up.
"I think he's a top-class player, I would go as far as to say a world-class player. City have got an absolute steal for £31m."
Asked to find a weakness in Ait-Nouri's game, Larkin added: "The argument would be his weakness is the defensive side, but is that going to be a problem at City? Arguably not.
"He's got the likes of [Josko] Gvardiol backing him up and he'll be given license to maraud forward. On the ball, technically, he's second to none honestly.
"Stepping into midfield, picking that little pass, jinking past players, picking the lock against teams that want to sit deep... he's going to be a great player to advance into that space.
"He will vacate that space behind him but I don't see it being a problem at City."
Man City reveal special Club World Cup kitpublished at 09:47 BST 10 June
09:47 BST 10 June
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Manchester City have released a special edition kit for this summer's Club World Cup tournament.
The club say, external the shirt puts a "fresh spin on a fan favourite", featuring an unusual white base with hand-painted graphics "inspired by the club's beloved Poznan celebration" and a black-and-red diagonal sash.
A special neon orange goalkeeper kit has also been released, which also features an all-over Poznan graphic and a black and yellow sash.
The team will debut the kit on Monday, 23 June against Dubai side Al Ain in Atlanta, Georgia.
What issue 'might force the club's hand'? Fans on deadline day movespublished at 08:05 BST 10 June
08:05 BST 10 June
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We asked for your views on whether Manchester City need to act urgently in the transfer market, with the first window closing at 19:00 BST on Tuesday.
Here are some of your comments:
Derek: I'm sure we might do a bit more on the incoming side of things, but I think it will be after the Club World Cup. If either Ederson or Stefan Ortega were to go beforehand, that might force the club's hand a bit more quickly.
Sean: An interesting 12 hours ahead. It would be great to get the players in before the Club World Cup starts and get them used to Pep Guardiola's system. We need to do our business early in the transfer market and not leave it until the end of August to get them in. We also need to offload the players that aren't in Pep Guardiola's plans for the season.
Gerard: We want the three players' deals to be completed before 10 June ends. There is too much delay from the recruitment team at the moment.
Cameron: I think City should keep their younger players, get rid of those that are not needed and not buy any midfielders this season. We definitely need a new goalkeeper.
Follow transfer deadline daypublished at 08:02 BST 10 June
08:02 BST 10 June
Today is the first of two transfer deadline days this summer as the window shuts for seven days before reopening on 16 June.
In a change to the summer transfer window norm, it opened early to allow clubs involved in the Fifa Club World Cup 10 days to sign players for inclusion in the competition.
Whether it turns out to be a day of transfer action or a pretty quiet one for your club, you will be able to keep across it all on BBC Sport.
Guardiola awarded honorary degree by University of Manchesterpublished at 07:38 BST 10 June
07:38 BST 10 June
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Pep Guardiola has been awarded an honorary degree by The University of Manchester, in recognition of his contribution to the city on and off the pitch over the past nine years.
He was presented with the award by the University's chancellor, Nazir Afzal, in a ceremony at Whitworth Hall.
The award honours not only his sporting success but also his inspirational work away from football, including through his family foundation, the Guardiola Sala Foundation.
After arriving in 2016, Guardiola has led the club through the greatest period in their history, including a run of four straight Premier League league titles and a remarkable Treble in 2023.
"Manchester means so much to me. I have spent nine years here and it has become home. The people, the culture, my incredible football club, my colleagues… it is all so special to me and my family," Guardiola said.
"The way this city embraced me made everything easy. My time here has been beautiful.
"I know how important the University of Manchester is to our city. It's the home to a lot of research and it has a history of discovery. So, honestly, to be honoured in this way by such an esteemed institution is an amazing feeling."
Professor Duncan Ivison, president and vice-chancellor of the university said: "Pep is an innovator and a winner who has inspired millions of people through his success as a manager. He has played a huge role in making Manchester a global success story."
The Algeria international says he is "incredibly happy and honoured" to join Pep Guardiola's side, and plenty of you are echoing his sentiments.
Here are some of your comments:
Brian: This is another positive development at Man City. Ait-Nouri is a left-back with speed, agility and a determination to win. City have been aggressive in the transfer market already and this sends a message to the other teams that City mean business in the forthcoming 2025-26 season. We are bringing quality to the rebuild.
Greg: An excellent signing. We have lacked a specialist left-back and it will free up Josko Gvardiol.
Anthony: With Ait-Nouri coming in at left-back, you would now assume that Gvardiol will be moved across to partner Ruben Dias. I can't see all of John Stones, Manuel Akanji and Nathan Ake staying.
Nick: City under Pep famously and successfully adapt players to play in different roles, however Ait-Nouri is a dream signing. With the left taken care of, Pep can now experiment elsewhere.
Gossip: Grealish could replace Wirtz at Bayer Leverkusenpublished at 06:52 BST 10 June
06:52 BST 10 June
Manchester City winger Jack Grealish is being lined up as a potential replacement for 22-year-old Germany midfielder Florian Wirtz, if he leaves Bayer Leverkusen. (Sun), external
Man City in talks to sign Chelsea's Bettinellipublished at 20:48 BST 9 June
20:48 BST 9 June
Shamoon Hafez and Nizaar Kinsella BBC Sport football news reporters
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Manchester City are in talks to sign English goalkeeper Marcus Bettinelli from Chelsea.
The 33-year-old has been third choice at Stamford Bridge for the past four seasons and City will aim to complete a deal before Tuesday's transfer deadline.
Earlier on Monday, City announced veteran goalkeeper Scott Carson will leave the club when his contract expires this summer.
Pep Guardiola also completed the signing of Algerian full-back Rayan Ait-Nouri from Wolves for £31m on Monday.
'A dream come true' - City confirm Ait-Nouri signingpublished at 18:15 BST 9 June
18:15 BST 9 June
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Rayan Ait-Nouri says joining Manchester City is a "dream come true" after his arrival from Wolves for £31m on a five-year deal was confirmed.
The Algeria international joined Wolves on loan in 2020 and permanently in in 2021 for £14.9m from French club Angers. He made 41 appearances in all competitions for the Old Gold last season.
"I am incredibly happy and honoured to have joined Manchester City," said the 24-year-old.
"City are one of the biggest clubs in the world and the chance to play for the club is a dream come true. I am also excited about working with and learning from Pep and his coaching team and getting to train and play alongside such a world class group of players.
"Joining City is also a very proud moment for my family too. Now I can't wait to get started and to play in front of our supporters."
Director of Football Hugo Viana added: "Rayan is a player that as a club we have been following closely for quite some time and we are delighted he has joined us.
"He already has extensive Premier League experience and has also demonstrated his quality at international level with Algeria.
"We feel sure that he will be an excellent addition to our squad and that working alongside Pep and his coaching staff will help develop his game even further. And at just 24 he is someone we feel sure will help us in our objective to bring more success to the club."
