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Gossip: Fernandes set to snub Saudi movepublished at 07:33 BST 9 October
07:33 BST 9 October
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes does not plan on leaving the club in January, despite interest in the 31-year-old midfielder from Saudi Arabia. (Talksport), external
Harry Maguire is hoping to sign a new contract at Old Trafford, with the 32-year-old's current deal set to expire at the end of the season. (Sun), external
Man Utd add Brentford's Manek to football leadership teampublished at 17:28 BST 8 October
17:28 BST 8 October
Nizaar Kinsella Football reporter
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Manchester United are appointing Brentford chief operating officer Ameesh Manek as director of football operations at Old Trafford.
Staff at United and Brentford were informed of the news earlier on Wednesday.
Manek will effectively run United's Carrington training ground - the base for the daily football operation - with responsibility for travel, security, training facilities and staff management and infrastructure.
He is the latest leadership appointment by United CEO Omar Berrada.
Director of football Jason Wilcox, who Manek will report into, is in charge of team performance, while chief business officer Marc Armstrong is responsible for off-the-pitch growth.
Manek joined the Bees in 2022, originally as business operations director, before being promoted to chief operating officer in July 2024.
He previously spent five years at Arsenal, where he became head of first-team football operations.
At Brentford, Manek's role was generally limited to administration, but his United job is expected to have a larger focus on football matters for both the men's and women's teams.
United have made a number of key executive appointments in recent months, including Stephen Torpey, who was also at Brentford, to be academy director.
No laundry facilities at Man Utd training groundpublished at 08:23 BST 8 October
08:23 BST 8 October
Simon Stone Manchester United reporter
Image source, Ken Ramsden
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Manchester United's laundry ladies hanging up the kit outside Old Trafford
Manchester United's £50m training ground upgrade does not include laundry facilities.
Pictures of shirts being hung outside Old Trafford stadium after the Munich air crash in 1958 are an iconic feature of the club's history.
Former kit man Albert Morgan also spoke about taking the trophies back to the laundry room at the Cliff training ground in 1999 following the open top bus parade to mark United's historic Treble.
However, in more recent times, United had outsourced the club's laundry needs and despite the huge lay out on the first team facility, which opened in August, that has not changed.
Gossip: United keen on Raphinha published at 07:36 BST 8 October
07:36 BST 8 October
Former Leeds United winger Raphinha is on Manchester United's radar after his fine form for Barcelona, but the Brazil international, 28, could cost £120m. (Fichajes), external
United forward Joshua Zirkzee, 24, sees a January move away from the club as crucial if he is to be included in the Netherlands squad for next summer's World Cup. (Mail Plus - subscription required) , external
England midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, 20, is also looking to leave Old Trafford in January with Napoli a possible destination. (Mirror), external
Harry Maguire, 32, wants to continue at Manchester United but will have to take a pay cut to extend his stay beyond the end of the season. (Talksport), external
Where does Zirkzee fit in at Man Utd?published at 13:33 BST 7 October
13:33 BST 7 October
Alex Turk Fan writer
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Kobbie Mainoo this, Kobbie Mainoo that... Listen, I get it. But why is there little noise about another player who is seemingly deeper in the out-of-favour abyss?
Joshua Zirkzee's start to life at Manchester United last season could not have gone much worse, but he grew increasingly popular among supporters as the campaign progressed.
The 24-year-old earned a reputation as one of the most technically gifted players at Ruben Amorim's disposal as he settled into life at Old Trafford. But the elephant in the room has not walked out.
Does he fit? The answer currently appears to be no. Zirkzee has not started any of United's first seven Premier League matches this season, playing just 74 of a possible 630 minutes. He did not even start in the Carabao Cup second-round defeat by League Two Grimsby Town.
There is a lot to like about Zirkzee, but he was always a strange signing. He is not viewed as a natural striker - and even if he was, United splashed £74m to sign Benjamin Sesko a few months ago.
In the same summer, another £134m went towards Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo, both recruited to primarily operate as the two number 10s in Amorim's system.
Zirkzee is not starting matches and has been unused in four of seven in the league because he does not possess the energy of your typical "impact substitute".
United's decision to axe Rasmus Hojlund instead was always questionable when his profile was a greater fit for Amorim's demands.
The £44m package that Napoli were willing to pay may have been too good to turn down, although the Dane's recent form suggests that could represent a bargain come the end of the season.
At this rate, it would be a surprise if Zirkzee was still in Manchester when that time comes.
🎧 'A turning point' at Anfield?published at 11:14 BST 7 October
11:14 BST 7 October
On the latest episode of The Devils' Advocate, the team discuss Manchester United's win over Sunderland at Old Trafford on Saturday.
BBC Radio Manchester's Gaz Drinkwater reiterated that he is not going to get carried away after one good performance, but believes things could take a turn for the better if United can go to Anfield, put in a good performance and come away with points.
"Manchester United have been slightly better in terms of performances this season, but not good enough in terms of results," says Gaz. "And after last season, he needed results. So, he's come into this one - he's got a win, and I am not going to sit here and get too carried away.
"The only way it can be a turning point is if Manchester United go to Anfield and put in a decent performance and get a result, either with a draw or a win. But Brighton after that, I want to see United turn up there and get a good result as well and performance."
Head of academy recruitment set to leave Man Utdpublished at 08:58 BST 7 October
08:58 BST 7 October
Simon Stone Manchester United reporter
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Manchester United's head of academy recruitment Luke Fedorenko is to leave the club.
Fedorenko has accepted a new opportunity with an agency, although the date around his United exit is still to be finalised.
The decision is said to be amicable, with Fedorenko keen to ensure a smooth transition to help the young players and their families.
It comes just over two weeks after Stephen Torpey started work as United's new head of academy, following the departure of Nick Cox to take over as technical director at Everton.
Since the end of last season, Under-18 coach Adam Lawrence also left the club and both the Under-21 side's assistant coach David Hughes, and his replacement David Horseman have both left to join Newport and Arsenal respectively, although results at both age groups this season have been impressive.
Fedorenko was a key figure in bringing striker Chido Obi and defender Ayden Heaven north from Arsenal. Both made first team appearances last season.
Fedorenko was also involved in a number of promising youngsters - including Bendito Mantato and JJ Gabriel - joining the club.
What does Schmeichel make of the Lammens chant?published at 08:20 BST 7 October
08:20 BST 7 October
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Former Manchester United goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel joined BBC Radio 5 Live's Monday Night Club to discuss Senne Lammens' debut against Sunderland, and the chant that emerged from the Old Trafford crowd.
Schmeichel says Lammens offered a "solid performance".
Gossip: Man Utd see Emery as perfect optionpublished at 07:34 BST 7 October
07:34 BST 7 October
Napoli are in pole position to sign Manchester United and England midfielder Kobbie Mainoo, 20, on loan in January after maintaining contact with the Premier League club since the summer. (Sky Switzerland - in French), external
Manchester United believe defender Lisandro Martinez, 27, might return from his anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury before the end of the year. The Argentine has not played for the club in eight months. (Sun), external
No Europe means 'a lot of time to think' - Mountpublished at 16:47 BST 6 October
16:47 BST 6 October
Simon Stone Manchester United reporter
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Manchester United's lack of European football was cited as a positive going into this season.
Unfortunately for United's players, they have discovered the relatively wide gap between fixtures just offers more time to brood over bad results.
It was something Mason Mount, who opened the scoring in Saturday's 2-0 win over Sunderland, reflected on following the dismal defeat at Brentford the previous week.
"Sometimes it is difficult when you only have one game a week," he said. "It means there's a lot of time to think.
"After a game like Brentford, we're hurt, as a team and as a staff because we know we can do better.
"It really hurts as a club as well. It feels like a long time going into the next game."
Not currently part of Thomas Tuchel's England set-up, Mount has even more time to ponder the next game as United now have two weeks before a trip to Liverpool, when they will again try to win two Premier League games in a row for the first time under Ruben Amorim.
Unlike at Brentford, when United started sloppily and found themselves 2-0 down, against Sunderland they began well, with Mount putting them in front after eight minutes with a superbly taken goal, his first in the league at Old Trafford.
"Coming off obviously a difficult result, I think it was so important for us to start sharp," he said.
"It was something we spoke about in the dressing room and Bruno [Fernandes] spoke about in the huddle before kick-off.
"I felt the energy at the beginning and then to get the goal really settled us."
One of Amorim's best days?published at 16:47 BST 6 October
16:47 BST 6 October
Will Perry Final Score reporter
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If you hadn't seen any of the last year of miserable Manchester United football then watching them comfortably ease past an in-form Sunderland would never leave you thinking there were deep problems at the football club.
Ruben Amorim said it wasn't perfect but it was as good as and probably ranks as one of the best performances during his time at Old Trafford. Let's not get carried away, this was against a newly promoted side who really should have had an early lead. I'm sure Bertrand Traoré closed his eyes for that part of MOTD.
Does this win just paper over the cracks and delay the inevitable? A trip to Anfield after the international break will pose some much bigger questions.
Senne Lammens and Benjamin Sesko came out of Saturday with heads held high, two summer signings who United desperately need to find their maximum potential. The Stretford end sang "are you Schmeichel in disguise?" They'd likely take half of Schmeichel's ability given some of the keepers they've had to endure.
Make no mistake, this was much better from Manchester United but is there another grizzly monster waiting around the corner?
An 18-pass move - but where's the midfield?published at 14:13 BST 6 October
14:13 BST 6 October
Josh Lobley BBC Sport Journalist
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Mason Mount's goal for Manchester United against Sunderland on Saturday rounded off an 18-pass move, which according to Opta, is the joint-most passes completed before a goal scored by any Premier League side this season.
It is also the most leading to a goal for United in more than two years.
Given how often the Red Devils have struggled to keep the ball and control games in recent times, it is certainly a promising sign that the side has shown the ability to play a passing game.
On the other hand, a quick glance at Opta's pass map, external is telling. There is a complete lack of activity in the middle of the pitch. Is this just a one-off example, or does this show a lack of trust in the midfield to get involved In the build up?
This should not take anything away from the goal itself, but it is almost hard to believe that Bruno Fernandes - one of Manchester United's central midfielders on the day - only completed one of the 18 passes before the goal and from a position more expected from a right central defender.
Perhaps the plan could be to sign a ball-playing midfielder so goals from sustained periods of possession like this would become more frequent and offer Amorim's side more confidence on the ball.
Man Utd's Overy exits under-20 World Cup earlypublished at 14:13 BST 6 October
14:13 BST 6 October
Simon Stone Manchester United reporter
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Manchester United youngster James Overy will be making an earlier-than-expected return from the Under-20s World Cup in Chile after Australia failed to make it out of the group stages.
Saturday night's victory over Cuba had raised hopes of qualification as one of the best third-placed teams but results on Sunday wrecked that possibility.
After sitting out the opening defeat to Italy through injury, Overy featured against Argentina and Cuba.
United have picked out the 18-year-old full-back from Western Australia as a player of promise but his time at the club has been badly interrupted by injuries.
He has played for both Darren Fletcher's under-18 team and Travis Binnion's at under-21 level and will hope to make a significant impact after the current international break.
Sesko an 'influence' in 'massive' win - Rooneypublished at 12:01 BST 6 October
12:01 BST 6 October
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Wayne Rooney believes Manchester United "got the tactics right" in their victory over Sunderland, crediting Ruben Amorim's side for simplifying their play and showing greater control after a nervy opening spell.
Speaking on The Wayne Rooney Show on BBC Sounds, the former United striker singled out Senne Lammens' composure and Benjamin Sesko's physical presence as key factors in securing what he called a "massive" win for the team and their manager.
"I think the keeper's done well," said Rooney. "He's obviously had the misjudgement where he's come out of the box and that could be end up in a different way. But I thought in the main, he simplified things. Which, for a keeper, is not a bad thing.
"He didn't take too many touches on the ball. He got the ball forward quick, and it was effective. Sesko has been good at winning headers in the air, and Mbeumo running in behind him. So I actually thought Manchester United got the tactics right.
"I think Amorim slightly changed his tactics and went with two forwards up top. And it worked certainly for the first 30 minutes. Sunderland had to change it early on in the first half. And then from there, they saw the game out well; Sunderland didn't really cause that many problems.
"The result was the most important thing."
Rooney also highlighted Sesko's influence up front, saying the forward's strength and movement gave United a focal point and created space for the likes of Bryan Mbeumo and Mason Mount to exploit.
"I think he's a handful, and he uses his body well. He challenges for balls, and it makes it easier for Mbeumo, Cunha when he's on, or Mount to make runs in behind him. So I think that's clearly something they've worked on.
"And obviously getting another goal, I think, will help him. So, I think for all the players, the win was massive. The manager, the win was massive and much needed."
Man Utd avoid unwanted VAR blunder doublepublished at 10:30 BST 6 October
10:30 BST 6 October
Simon Stone Manchester United reporter
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Manchester United's victory over Sunderland on Saturday has brought Ruben Amorim some much-needed breathing space amid huge pressure on his job.
The fact he even got to that game following the shocking defeat at Brentford a week earlier was a minor victory, especially as it has been revealed referee's chief Howard Webb had been in touch to tell United Nathan Collins should have been sent off for dragging Bryan Mbeumo back at the Gtech Community Stadium.
United did get a second-half penalty - which was saved - but should have also been playing against 10 men, as Webb acknowledged. Head coach Ruben Amorim was told at the time Collins had stayed on the pitch because Mbeumo did not have control of the ball. Amorim said this was impossible as Collins was preventing Mbeumo from reaching it.
The incident had echoes of the injury-time penalty that condemned United to defeat at West Ham last season that ended up costing Erik ten Hag his job.
Webb said afterwards the spotkick should not have been given for a collision between Matthijs de Ligt and Danny Ings.
Bob: Very small tweaks made a very big difference. Plus, it's nice to have a goalkeeper who at last who appears to know his job. When Matheus Cunha finally snicks into gear we may have a chance of top five... maybe!
Brian: Any win in a good win. The performance was better overall but as a side we give the ball away in the middle third far too easily with players out of position. This put us immediately under pressure. I struggle to understand why we don't knock more balls in the air into the box now we have a centre forward who is 6ft 5in. In summary, there was better quality of passing and better balls into areas we can score from. We can and will play better.
Paul: Really good performance from the players with plenty of good pressing and passing. Benjamin Sesko was a revelation and Senne Lammens showed why we bought him with a good first outing. Ruben Amorim made his usual strange substitutions but thankfully it didn't affect the result. What we need now is consistency and the results should follow.
Sam: It is a much-needed win, however, how often have we seen this before from United? They are consistently average, then receive criticism from all sources, and then put in a reasonable shift to scrape a win. Amorim is the wrong man in my honest opinion, and this group of players are unrecognisable as a true Manchester United team, unfortunately.
Sunderland fans
David: The first 35 minutes was arguably the poorest we have defended this season, until Regis le Bris was brave enough to admit that he had picked the wrong XI and change the system. We then held our own against an impressive United but, being greedy, we still need to work on being more of an attacking threat and a cutting edge. Great start to the season overall though.
Andre: So kicking someone's armpit or chest isn't a foul is it not? It has to be the head apparently. Isn't a high foot kicking any part of the opposition player a foul? A high foot is a high foot. And to book Bertrand Traore when he was clearly wiped out was shocking too.
Peter: Not fantastic but because of our great start, the disappointment is dampened. I hoped we could win as Man Utd have come under so much pressure. Le Bris will be frustrated to not take all three or even one but still such a positive start.
Lee: The shape was wrong to begin with but that's fine because it was spotted and changed. However, our passing was well off and it was frustrating not to see us mix things up and go more direct to cause a bit of chaos. All too easy for Man Utd.
Gossip: Everton & West Ham potential suitors for Zirkzeepublished at 07:29 BST 6 October
07:29 BST 6 October
Out-of-favour Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee, 24, will consider staying in the Premier League if he leaves Old Trafford, with Everton and West Ham touted as potential destinations. (Teamtalk), external
Mount happy to be 'catalyst' in United presspublished at 17:50 BST 5 October
17:50 BST 5 October
Simon Stone Manchester United reporter
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Manchester United's Mason Mount feels he can lead the charge to press opposition defences.
Under Erik ten Hag and now Ruben Amorim, United have seemed not able to get a concerted approach to their pressing game, with too many individuals trying to close down the opposition with no assistance.
Chosen ahead of Matheus Cunha in the left-sided 'number 10' slot against Sunderland, Mount led the press which unsettled the Black Cats, especially in the first half hour when the game was won.
"I see myself as bringing a lot of energy into the team and setting off the press at times, being a bit of a catalyst going forward," said Mount.
"It's something I focus on, helping the people around me and really bringing energy."
Amorim had only been at United for a month when Mount suffered the hamstring injury at Manchester City that kept him out for more than three months.
It was a big blow to the new coach, who knew the 26-year-old had more experience of his formation than most of his team-mates after working with Thomas Tuchel and Gareth Southgate.
"At the beginning especially, it was something that maybe he could lean on me for," said Mount.
"Knowing the roles and what he wants out of the team resonates with me because I've done it before. It's something I understand."
It will be interesting to see how Mount's role evolves given Cunha was a big-money summer signing and was expected to be a central figure in United's development going forward.
For now, Mount is happy to have started and scored his first goal of the season – and his first Premier League goal at Old Trafford.
"It was massive for me," he said. "Really important. I enjoyed that."
'Lammens a positive for United - but Amorim needs much more'published at 12:34 BST 5 October
12:34 BST 5 October
Simon Stone Chief football news reporter
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Senne Lammens' introduction was one of a number of positives for United.
They have now won three home games in a row for the first time in over two years. That first clean sheet is important and if results elsewhere go their way they may enter the international break in the top half of the table.
Yet Ruben Amorim, who went into the game under huge pressure amid conflicting reports about Sir Jim Ratcliffe's support for him, needs much more.
The trip to Liverpool on 19 October has the potential – again – to mark United winning two consecutive Premier League games for the first time in well over a year. They have been in this position twice already this season, gone away from home, to Manchester City and Brentford, and lost.
"There is no momentum," said Amorim. "We know what happens when we win one game. The frustration is not to see the same team at home and away."
Amorim needs to get a sequence of positive results to persuade the hierarchy and the fans he can deliver the meaningful impact United were searching for when they employed him nearly a year ago.
Watch Premier League highlights and analysispublished at 10:37 BST 5 October
10:37 BST 5 October
Pundits Alan Shearer and Wayne Rooney join host Gabby Logan to bring you the action and talking points from Saturday's Premier League fixtures and Friday's action.
