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Amad put on a show during his second-half cameo, Ruben Amorim has to start him in the Europa League final – Man United News And Transfer News

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Old Trafford was witness to yet another magical European night as Manchester United came back from a goal down to thrash Athletic Club 4-1 in the Europa League semi-final second leg on Thursday.

An aggregate win of 7-1 against La Liga’s meanest defence is no mean feat and sets it up brilliantly for the final against Tottenham Hotspur in Bilbao in 13 days’ time.

Despite an aggregate 3-0 lead, it was a tough start for the hosts as the Basque side dominated the first 45 minutes, getting a goal in the 31st minute.

They put the home side under a lot of pressure at the start of the second half, which Leny Yoro helped weather on his own at times. That prompted Ruben Amorim to make a triple substitution, which changed the game completely.

Brilliant cameo

Mason Mount grabbed a brace, while Casemiro and Rasmus Hojlund got in on the act as well. And the head coach did not fail to mention Amad’s contribution as well.

In 27 minutes, he grabbed the assist for Hojlund’s goal, which he put on a plate for the Dane after fabulous work down the right.

His ability to maneuver in tight areas and dribble past players is magical to witness and on Thursday, he completed a 100% of his dribbles during his cameo.

He had one shot which was blocked while three of his touches were inside the penalty box while one of his passes was into the final third.

Selection dilemma for Amorim

Not only with the ball, the Ivorian was class off it as well, recovering the ball twice while winning all his ground duels as well as aerial duels (all stats via fotmob).

This display will certainly make Amorim think about who he is going to start either side of the attacker against Spurs at the San Mames on May 21.

While Alejandro Garnacho runs straight at defenders, and is very direct, the Ivory Coast international can do a lot of different things and it is good for the head coach to have multiple options ahead of the biggest game of the season.

Amad’s return from injury has been timed just right with the 22-year-old netting once and assisting one in his last two substitute appearances.

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09/05/2025
Everton slap £70 million price tag on Jarrad Branthwaite to end Manchester United’s chances of signing him – Man United News And Transfer News

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Manchester United currently have three centre-backs out injured, while two are set to leave in the summer, and Ruben Amorim could do with help in the defensive department once the transfer window opens.

Lisandro Martinez is out till next year with an ACL injury. Even upon his return, the World Cup winner could be set for a position change.

Matthijs de Ligt suffered an injury against Brentford and will miss at least the next two games. Ayden Heaven is also sidelined.

Add Jonny Evans and Victor Lindelof‘s impending departures, and all Amorim has are Leny Yoro, an ageing Harry Maguire and an unfit Luke Shaw. Young Tyler Fredricson has impressed but he needs to bulk up.

Defence needs help

Jarrad Branthwaite has been a long-term target for INEOS, who failed with two bids for the Englishman last summer.

Talks of a move have refused to die down amid the 22-year-old’s imperious form for the Toffees this season.

Amid another potential summer approach, Teamtalk have suggested that David Moyes’ return has changed the Merseyside outfit’s outlook with the owners set to back the former United boss in the market.

And Everton will not allow the England international to leave for anything less than £70 million and they will not change their valuation come what may.

Everton not budging

“Everton are point-blank refusing to part with Jarrad Branthwaite for anything less than their valuation this summer no matter which side wants to sign him, sources have revealed to TEAMtalk, leaving Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s big transfer dream facing capitulation.

“Sources have confirmed the Toffees have slapped a £70 million (€82.6m, $93.7m) minimum price tag on the defender – and they’re not budging.”

Lots of clubs were interested in Branthwaite with the centre-back helping the Toffees keep nine clean sheets. But it seems he could be staying put for now.

United have other positions in greater need of reinforcements and it is unlikely INEOS will sanction such an extensive outlay on a centre-back this summer.

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08/05/2025
Man United legend Wayne Rooney hits out at Ruben Amorim over Bruno Fernandes’ role – Man United News And Transfer News

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Manchester United’s record goalscorer Wayne Rooney has questioned Ruben Amorim’s use of Bruno Fernandes.

Despite United’s struggles in the Premier League, Fernandes has been outstanding this season – arguably playing the best football of his career – and has clearly adapted well to life under Amorim.

Fernandes has notched an impressive 19 goals and 18 assists in 52 appearances across all competitions.

Amorim has primarily utilised the skipper in a midfield pivot, but he has also impressed when deployed in one of the two No. 10 roles.

When operating in a deeper role, Fernandes has been instrumental in helping United break the lines and progress up the pitch, while in the No. 10 position, he’s consistently showcased his creativity and vision in the final third.

It remains to be seen in which position his long-term future lies but Rooney feels the Portugal international is less effective when playing deeper.

Speaking on The Overlap, Rooney explained that it isn’t right that defensive-minded players are sometimes allowed to be more involved in attacking play than Fernandes.

“The game now is very much positional. For instance, at United now, the creative players are coming back and the wingbacks are going higher.”

“The attacking players are lower than the defensive players. If you have good attacking players, you want them [higher up the pitch].”

“Like I think Bruno has done really well in midfield, but I want to see Bruno higher, in and around the penalty area where he can shoot and create.”

Rooney added, “You’re ending up with so many defenders up the pitch and your midfield players who are good attacking players filling in at fullback spots and stuff. In some ways it’s OK if you’ve got the personnel.”

“But every team is doing it now and I think it’s a little bit too much.”

United are back in action on Thursday when they host Athletic Club in the return leg of their Europa League semi-final tie.

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07/05/2025
Manchester United prepared to make a move for Brentford forward Bryan Mbeumo – Man United News And Transfer News

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Manchester United could make a concrete move for Brentford wide forward Bryan Mbeumo this summer, as per reports.

United’s winless streak in the Premier League extended to six games after their 4-3 defeat at Brentford. This time, the Red Devils were undone by their defensive fragility, but Ruben Amorim’s biggest concern this term has been the side’s lack of forward quality.

Apart from the three relegated sides, only West Ham United and Everton have scored fewer Premier League goals than United this term.

It has been widely reported that the Mancunians are interested in the likes of Liam Delap and Victor Osimhen as they look to find a new number nine to spearhead their attack.

Should United fail to get their hands on their main targets, they could reportedly intensify their interest in Mbeumo, who was one of Brentford’s standout stars this Sunday.

Givemesport claim that Mbeumo will become a “more realistic” target for United if they do not manage to land the strikers they want this summer.

It is understood that Wolverhampton Wanderers star Matheus Cunha is the “priority for their vision of signing a new attacker.”

The technically proficient Brazilian is expected to play as one of the two number 10s in Amorim’s 3-4-2-1 formation. However, the ex-Atletico Madrid man is also capable of playing as a centre-forward.

The report suggests United could consider signing Mbeumo to play on the flanks and pushing Cunha more centrally if the likes of Delap and Osimhen don’t arrive.

The Cameroon international has also featured as a striker under Thomas Frank but he thrives on the right flank.

Despite not playing centrally, Mbeumo has cemented himself as one of the Premier League’s most prolific players this season. He has scored 18 goals and registered seven assists so far. As such, his arrival would certainly strengthen United’s attack, irrespective of how Amorim decides to use him.

At this point, however, United are focused on getting the deal over the line for Cunha, as per Fabrizio Romano. The race for Mbeumo’s signature, meanwhile, is described as “open”.

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06/05/2025
Alejandro Garnacho sparked comeback chances vs Brentford, his form will please Ruben Amorim – Man United News And Transfer News

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Keeping Thursday’s Europa League semi-final second leg in mind, Ruben Amorim decided to make a lot of changes to his Manchester United team for their game against Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium on Sunday.

The visitors did score first through Mason Mount, but subsequently conceded four times as the hosts used their superior physicality to bully the United backline into submission.

Alejandro Garnacho sparked hopes of a late comeback with a long-range screamer while substitute Amad added a third in added time. But the away side eventually ran out of time and ended up losing 3-4.

The comeback spirit on show was commendable and a reminder that one cannot take the Red Devils for granted at any stage of a game while the return to goalscoring ways for the Argentine was another huge boost.

Garnacho returns to form

It has been an up-and-down campaign for him but he has still managed 11 goals and 10 assists and at 20, there is a lot more to come from Garnacho should United not sell him in the summer.

The 20-year-old has hardly got any rest since January and while his finishing has often let him down, his effort cannot be understated.

He never gives up and every time the Argentina international gets the ball, his only thought is to take on his man. His goal was a thing of beauty as he curled hom from range after carrying the ball on his own from midfield.

The versatile attacker could have had another at the stroke of half-time but he fluffed his lines from an accurate cutback from Mount, who tried to return the favour for his goal.

Worked his socks off again

On Sunday, he grabbed a goal and an assist while taking two shots. The Carrington graduate made five key passes, while creating five chances, the most among his teammates.

He completed a 100 percent of his long balls while also getting one successful cross in. The United No 17 completed 31 out of 39 passes with two of them being into the final third.

He worked hard off the ball as well, completing one clearance, and one tackle while recovering the ball five times. Garnacho also won two ground duels (stats via sofascore).

The Argentine star is expected to start against Athletic Club and Amorim will expect more direct running from him as United look to qualify for the final.

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04/05/2025
Three Academy wonderkids spotted travelling with the senior stars for Brentford clash – Man United News And Transfer News

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Manchester United’s travelling squad to London for Sunday’s Premier League clash against Brentford includes Academy wonderkids Chido Obi, Tyler Fredricson, and Harry Amass.

As revealed by The Manchester Evening News, 21 members of the first-team squad were pictured at the railway station before their train to London.

Ruben Amorim had taken the likes of Sekou Kone, Jaydan Kamason, and Bendito Mantato to Bilbao to train with the senior stars in preparation for the clash against the Bees.

Given the Red Devils will play Athletic Club in their Europa League semi-final on Thursday, the head coach was expected to ring in the changes for the game at the Gtech Community Stadium.

Academy stars will get their chance

Noussair Mazraoui had already been ruled out while Diogo Dalot is sidelined until the Europa League final should United qualify. This is why Kamason’s chances of earning a first team debut were considered quite high.

Harry Amass would come in for Patrick Dorgu, who is also very tired as per the head coach.

With Casemiro in need of rest after his heroics in Bilbao, Kone was also expected to partner Manuel Ugarte in midfield. Chido Obi was likely to receive his first start given Rasmus Hojlund is the only fit striker at Amorim’s disposal.

But given each position in the table is worth an estimated £3 million, Amorim did point out that he is eager to end the season on a high.

🚨🚨| Manchester United travelling squad to London:

Onana, Heaton, Bayindir;

Maguire, De Ligt, Yoro, Lindelof, Fredricson, Shaw, Amass, Dorgu;

Casemiro, Ugarte, Eriksen, Mainoo, Fernandes, Mount;

Garnacho, Amad, Hojlund, Chido. pic.twitter.com/qiT7zY6Kwj

— centredevils. (@centredevils) May 3, 2025

“Then every position we have in the Premier League, you win more money. So that is important. Then it is fighting for your pride.

“Of course, we don’t have anything to fight for. We have the second leg, which is really important for us. We know that, but we need to be competitive in every game.”

More could be travelling

Given Thomas Frank’s side are in contention to qualify for the Conference League, they are expected to go all out to secure a win at their den.

It must be remembered that this list includes only those who were photographed so more could have travelled with the team.

We will get to know officially on Sunday before the game. Hopefully, Amorim hands a few more wonderkids their chance to shine against the Bees.

Confirmed United squad members vs Brentford: Onana, Heaton, Bayindir, Maguire, De Ligt, Yoro, Lindelof, Fredricson, Shaw, Amass, Dorgu, Casemiro, Ugarte, Eriksen, Mainoo, Fernandes, Mount, Garnacho, Amad, Hojlund, Obi

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03/05/2025
Ruben Amorim must turn to these five Academy wonderkids for Brentford game – Man United News And Transfer News

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Manchester United pulled off one of their most spectacular away results in their European football history, dismantling Athletic Club 3-0 in their Europa League semi-final first leg tie on Thursday.

The result was scarcely believable, with Spanish media thinking it would be a cakewalk for the Basque side given their defensive record and their attacking prowess.

The Spanish side were fourth in La Liga heading into Thursday’s tie, having conceded only 10 times at San Mames in all competitions while the Red Devils were languishing in 14th position with one of the worst goalscoring records in the division.

Yet what followed was almost unbelievable with the Red Devils netting thrice in the first-half through Casemiro and a brace from skipper Bruno Fernandes while Harry Maguire bamboozled his marker on the right wing!

What a first leg!

But the tie is not yet over and the 20-time English league champions cannot get complacent ahead of the second leg at Old Trafford, which is why Ruben Amorim is expected to ring in the changes for Sunday’s Premier League game against Brentford.

The head coach has already indicated that Noussair Mazraoui will not be playing while key stars like Casemiro, and Bruno Fernandes could all be given a rest.

Certain clues as to the makeup of the team against the Bees could be taken from the substitutes bench on Thursday which saw quite a few Academy graduates.

Chido Obi and Sekou Kone, who were both ineligible, also made the trip to Bilbao as Amorim wanted to use them in training on Friday, which is expected to be held locally.

Given Joshua Zirkzee is out for the season and Rasmus Hojlund is the only striker available, there is a good chance the Dane could be left on the bench. Which is why Chido could be about to start his first game finally.

Kone has impressed for the U21s and there has been a growing clamour to hand him a start and the Malian could be given the nod in place of Casemiro and alongside Manuel Ugarte, who should be fit to start given he only played for 60 minutes.

Changes expected

With Diogo Dalot out, Jaydan Kamason looks in line for his first start of the season after impressing for the age-group teams with Harry Amass expected to be on the opposite flank.

Tyler Fredricson could also get the nod due to the lack of fit centre-back options. Amorim only has Jonny Evans, who does not fit the head coach’s vision. Leny Yoro, Maguire and Victor Lindelof could all be rested as well.

Bendito Mantato could also be a surprise pick, but it is likely he will have to be happy with a place on the bench given Amad is in need of minutes ahead of the second leg.

Jack Moorhouse, Godwill Kukonki and James Scanlon could all make the bench but a start looks unlikely given the Portuguese tactician has already reminded players of the importance of finishing the season strong.

Every position the club gain between now and the end of the season could be worth a lot and could ultimately help Amorim in his quest of earning a bigger war chest to work with in the summer.

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02/05/2025
Former Man United assistant manager Mitchell van der Gaag opens up on why Andre Onana has struggled this season – Man United News And Transfer News

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Andre Onana’s start to life as a Manchester United player was far from smooth, with huge errors in the Champions League causing the Red Devils to crash out in the group stages last season.

The Cameroonian was expected to come into his own in his sophomore campaign, but things have been far from smooth with the shot-stopper continuing his trend of making high-profile mistakes both in Europe and in the Premier League.

Former United midfielder Nemanja Matic had termed him the worst keeper in the club’s history, with many pundits opining that Ruben Amorim must let him go in the summer.

Exit rumours have multiplied in recent weeks but the head coach has continued to back him while his teammates and former legends have also offered their support.

Van der Gaag offers support

Now, former assistant manager Mitchell van der Gaag, who along with former boss Erik ten Hag brought the Cameroon international to the club, said the job of a goalkeeper at United was the hardest and Onana, like all other United players, has not performed to the best of his ability this term.

“It’s an emotional rollercoaster [being a goalkeeper for United],” he told BBC. “That’s what I think looking from the outside now but from last year’s experience as well.”

“Then you need results as well. Coaches, players need results. You need consistency from the team. I already knew Andre from Ajax and he’s a good goalkeeper. He showed that at Inter as well.”

But he backed the 29-year-old to come good. The Dutchman claimed that the former Ajax star had shown his mental fortitude to come back from low points earlier in his career as well and he is confident that shot-stopper can do the same now.

Backed Onana to come good

“We cannot forget the impact Man Utd has on everyone. That criticism is there, excellence is expected and players have to deal with that. The other part is that there will always be comparisons.

“He is under pressure and scrutiny but he has overcome many challenges in his career before. At the start of last season, everyone was saying he was United’s best and most consistent player so it can change quickly.”

The Peoples Person has relayed that given Amorim’s need to strengthen up top, there might not be too much budget left over for goalkeeping reinforcements.

That means the United No 1 is safe for now but he must improve in order to prolong his United career.

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01/05/2025
Manchester United “leading the race” to sign Rodrygo this summer – Man United News And Transfer News

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Manchester United are reportedly “leading the race” to sign Rodrygo as the Real Madrid winger draws closer to a dramatic exit from the Bernabeu.

Rodrygo, 24, was a crucial part of the Madrid side which secured an imperious Liga and Champions League double last season.

The Brazilian international scored 18 goals and provided nine assists in all competitions during the campaign, but it was his unrelenting work-rate and selflessness which made the skilful winger stand out.

The signing of French superstar Kylian Mbappe on a free transfer from Paris Saint-Germain in the summer has unsettled the balance of the Madrid attack this season, however.

Carlo Ancelotti has struggled to find a formula which fits Mbappe and Rodrygo into a functioning attack alongside Jude Bellingham and Vinicius Junior. Rodrygo has often been the victim of this imbalanced ‘quadro’ with less goals, assists and minutes on the pitch this season than last.

As a result, Madrid crashed out of the Champions League in the quarter-final stage against Arsenal and are currently second in La Liga, four points off leaders Barcelona.

Los Blancos’ bitter rivals also triumphed in the Copa del Rey final last weekend, beating Madrid 3-2, in what proved to be the final straw for Ancelotti’s time in the Spanish capital as it was confirmed the Italian coach would be leaving at the end of the season.

However, it now appears Rodrygo could be set to follow his manager through the exit door at the Bernabeu if a “big-money bid lands from the Premier League,” The Sun relays – with Old Trafford suggested as the most likely destination for the 24-year-old this summer.

“The 20-time Brazil international is ready to pack his bags and seek a new challenge, according to reports in the Spanish media.

“Real are believed to be looking for around £85million to let the Brazilian leave. Arsenal have been linked with a move, but it’s Manchester United who are reportedly leading the chase as they search for a statement signing for next season.”

The exorbitant transfer fee would prove difficult for the Red Devils to meet given the club’s financial difficulties, owing to the acute pressure of PSR.

But success in the Europa League this season – with a semi-final clash against Athletic Club this week – could offer both the prospect of Champions League football and a huge cash injection for United to use as negotiating gambits with Rodrygo’s representatives.

This remains a report The Peoples Person are sceptical of, given the unlikely idea Rodrygo would choose a side currently languished in 14th in the Premier League as his next destination, but if INEOS could pull off a sensational swoop it would arm Amorim with one of Europe’s elite attacking prospects to radically improving his misfiring forward line.

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30/04/2025
SSC Napoli sporting director Giovanni Manna reveals why Scott McTominay has been a success this season – Man United News And Transfer News

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SSC Napoli sporting director Giovanni Manna has explained why former Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay has been such a success in Serie A this season.

The Scotland international left Old Trafford last summer and joined the Italian side for £25.7 million.

McTominay immediately hit the ground running in Italy and has not looked back once, helping his side up to first place in the Serie A table.

He has scored an incredible 11 league goals in 30 games this season. Only seven players have found the net more often in Italy and Romelu Lukaku is the one Napoli player to have scored more than him with 12 strikes.

The Scot underlined his importance to the team once again with a well taken brace against Torino at the weekend which put his side three points clear of Inter Milan entering the final month of the season.

Commenting on the transfer, Napoli’s sporting director claimed that everyone was already aware of the talent of a player like McTominay whilst he was at United.

TUTTOmercatoWEB quote Manna as saying, “there is too much work in daily life, that’s why it is difficult to watch so many footballers.”

Nonetheless, this was not necessary for this transfer as he claimed, “someone like McTominay does not need to be discovered, we knew he was an important footballer.”

He also hinted that the player was being used incorrectly at Old Trafford and that Napoli have spotted something that United could not see.

Commenting on what can explain McTominay’s rise to prominence he asserted, “he just had to be put at the centre of a specific project.”

Manna claimed that Napoli will continue to look to the Premier League as a source of recruitment in the future as he claimed it is “the best league in the world, with the best players in the world. The level is high, intensity, tactics, technique. There are many components that can have an impact in Italy.”

This is interesting, as Napoli have been heavily linked to United attacker Alejandro Garnacho who is likely to leave this summer.

McTominay will next be in action when his Napoli side travel to Patrick Dorgu’s former club Lecce on Saturday afternoon.

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29/04/2025