Harry Maguire warned over his Man United captaincy

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August 28, 2022

Man United boss Ten Hag remains convinced on Ronaldo future at Old Trafford — Bildbyrån

Ten Hag said, “We plan with Ronaldo and we stick to the plan.”

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag admits he remains confident Cristiano Ronaldo will not be leaving. The Portuguese made headlines since the end of season 2021/22. He expressed his desire to leave the club if United miss out UCL qualification.

The summer window is going to end in three days and Ronaldo didn’t find any new club.

The 37-year-old featured as a second-half substitute in the victory at Southampton. He hasn’t made any start in Premier League this season.

Ten Hag said: “I cannot say that (Ronaldo will leave United).

“We plan with him and we stick to the plan and if there are good players available we will strike because we want to strengthen the squad always.

“So we will be alert until the last second of the window.”

Man United will play in Europa League this year and if Ronaldo stays, it will be the first time we will see him in Europa League.

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Casemiro to wear number 18 for Manchester United

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August 27, 2022

Casemiro to wear number 18 for Manchester United — bildbyran

Manchester United new boy Casemiro has been confirmed as the next wearer of the number eighteen jersey

Only this summer, with Juan Mata’s departure, did eighteen become available, allowing Bruno Fernandes to convert to his preferred number eight.

United fans will be hoping that Casemiro has the same luck as Fernandes had when he originally joined the club.

When he signed in January 2020, the Portuguese turned around United’s fortunes.

His inventiveness was a welcome addition to a club that had relied on Andreas Pereira and Jesse Lingard in offensive midfield roles.

Casemiro’s present scenario is similar, with the five-time Champions League champion taking on a defensive midfield role previously occupied by Scott McTominay and Nemanja Matic.

It remains to be seen if he can be as big of a spark as Fernandes was, but he surely has a better background.

Casemiro is also facing a handful of players who have both captained the club in competitive games.

Bruno Fernandes has worn the shirt as captain in Harry Maguire’s absence, while his predecessor, Ashley Young, served as club captain under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Jose Mourinho.

Young had the number for over a decade, but before him, there was the most renowned eighteen-year-old.

From 1996 through 2011, Paul Scholes, the ginger ninja, wore the number eighteen.

He wore it as a midfield conductor, off the front man, box to box, and as a midfield conductor. He looked great in it.

If Casemiro can replicate his achievements as a teenager, Old Trafford will be a very happy place.

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Real Madrid offer Marco Asensio to Manchester United

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August 26, 2022

Real Madrid offer Marco Asensio to Manchester United — Bildbyrån

Marco Asensio is valued at £25.3m by the Spanish giants.

Manchester United have been offered the chance to sign Marco Asensio from Real Madrid.

As per the reports of Jason Burt of The Telegraph, the Red Devils were given the option to pursue a deal for the Spaniard before they signed his teammate Casemiro.

The club are currently in advance talks to sign Ajax winger Antony in a deal worth €95m.

If they fail to sign Antony, United could revisit Madrid’s offer, given that they lack a left-footed attacker in their squad.

Asensio is valued at £25.3m by the Spanish giants, who are reluctant to see him leave on a free transfer at the end of the season when his contract expires.

Asensio may well be a cheaper alternative for Erik ten Hag’s current right-wing options.

The lower fee could even add save some funds and allow United to revive a deal for FC Barcelona’s Frenkie de Jong.

Ten Hag has been insistent on adding weapons to his attacking arsenal this summer.

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Harry Maguire is being used as a scapegoat claims pundit

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August 25, 2022

Harry Maguire is being used as a scapegoat claims pundit — Bildbyran

Harry Maguire could lose the captain’s armband.

The Reds captain was dropped in United’s 2-1 in over Liverpool on Monday night.

Both Lisandro Martinez and Raphael Varane were impressive at the heart of defence.

The squad have been struggling in the defensive area for a while now and brought some reinforcements in the summer.

“Sometimes you look to your captain, if he’s having a real bad time when you’re looking for him then it can become harder because you look at a captain to lead by example,” Winterburn explained when speaking to Paddy Power.

“It appears to me that Harry Maguire is struggling a little and has been made a scapegoat. I’ve looked at certain goals where some pundits and people are putting Maguire into the fall.

“He’s an England international, he’s the captain of Manchester United, and the level of performance, as for most of them, needs to be considerably higher.

“The manager would make that decision whether he needs to change the captaincy, but the most important thing is his attitude, his dedication and the desire to win a game of football when you’re out on the pitch, it doesn’t take a captain to do that.”

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Erik ten Hag hails Manchester United’s most recent arrival Casemiro

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August 24, 2022

Erik ten Hag hails Manchester United’s most recent arrival Casemiro — Bildbyrån

Casemiro may debut in Premier League next weekend.

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag is happy about the signing of Casemiro from Real Madrid.

The Red Devils signed the Brazilian defensive midfielder in a big money move last week.

Casemiro was at Old Trafford for an unveiling but did not participate in the game, when they took on Liverpool on Monday in the Premier League.

Asked about Casemiro’s qualities on and off the pitch, Ten Hag stated: “We need more leaders. When you want a winning team, you need more leaders.

“We have to bring it in every game, not only against Liverpool. We were talking about leadership and we were talking about leadership on the pitch but he [Casemiro] is one as well.

“He knows the game, he knows how to win. In his career he’s won so many trophies and that’s important to have in your team.

“Raphael Varane has it, so with him and Casemiro, [Cristiano] Ronaldo has it, you need some as a guidance for young players who didn’t achieve the trophies until now, but that’s what we want to achieve.”

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Darren Bent confused whether there is place for Ronaldo in Ten Hag’s team

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August 24, 2022

Darren Bent confused whether there is place for Ronaldo in Ten Hag's team — Bildbyran

Cristiano Ronaldo’s future at Manchester United looks uncertain

The Portuguese international played a very limited role in Man United’s 2-1 win over Liverpool on Monday night.

He came on as a substitute in the 86th minute as Anthony Elanga, Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho started the game.

Darrent Bent believes Ronaldo should start getting used to sitting on the bench at United.

Bent told talkSPORT: “There were notable standout performers, the two centre halves [Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez] defended well, the front three. And I get it – a lot of people say, ‘How can you not play Ronaldo in this team?’

“I think if [Erik] ten Hag wants to play that high-energy, high-pressing, all-guns-blazing [style], unfortunately you can’t play Ronaldo. That’s no slight on Ronaldo, you’re talking about one of the greatest players you’ve ever seen.

“But in that system… he’s 37 years old. Look at the energy of [Anthony] Elanga, [Marcus] Rashford. That’s when Rashford is at his best. Stop trying to complicate it by dropping off and trying to show everyone you’re a good player, by linking play…

“No. His best attribute is his pace. When he starts running in behind regularly, he gives defenders nightmares. For his goal [against Liverpool], fantastic finish, composure, that’s where he was at his best.”

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OFFICIAL: Manchester United complete the signing of Casemiro

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August 23, 2022

OFFICIAL Manchester United complete the signing of Casemiro — Bildbyrån

Casemiro could make his highly-anticipated debut against Southampton next week.

Manchester United have completed the signing of Brazilian international Casemiro from Real Madrid.

The Brazil midfielder made a final bye to Real Madrid and reached Old Trafford just before the Liverpool-Manchester United game at Old Trafford.

This is your home, @Casemiro 😍#MUFC pic.twitter.com/MSfdt5rGRv

— Manchester United (@ManUtd) August 22, 2022

The 30-year-old midfielder moved to Old Trafford for a £70 million fee after signing a four-year contract with an option of an extra year.

Erik Ten Hag’s side have reportedly paid a fixed £60m for the five-time Champions League winner, with an additional £10m expected in add-ons.

Casemiro said via the Red Devils’ official website, “The opportunity to start a new challenge at Manchester United and in the Premier League is extremely exciting.

“I have worked with many great managers in my career and, having met with Erik and heard his ideas, I can’t wait to work closely with him, his staff and my new team-mates in the coming years.

“I’m ending one beautiful journey in Madrid whilst starting another in Manchester as determined as ever to win football matches, win trophies and make our fans proud by bringing success to this great club.

“Everybody knows the history of Manchester United, the significance of the club around the world and what it means to its supporters. To represent United is an honour and I am ready to give everything to help the team achieve our ambitions.”

Having recently undergone his medical, Casemiro was unveiled to the Old Trafford crowd on Monday evening before Manchester United secured an impressive 2-1 victory over Liverpool.

Casemiro is expected to begin training with his new teammates later this week ahead of Saturday’s game against Southampton, where he could make his highly-anticipated debut.

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Ajax boss doesn’t want Antony to leave this summer

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August 22, 2022

Ajax boss doesn't want Antony to leave this summer — Bildbyran

Antony is pushing for a move to Old Trafford this summer.

The Red Devils have been linked with Antony all summer but Ajax boss Alfred Schreuder doesn’t want him to leave.

The Dutch team has lost five to six players in this transfer window alone and doesn’t want to lose top talent Antony this summer.

Man United have already seen their €80m bid get rejected and the Ajax manager is worried that he would lose the forward before the deadline day.

“Antony is not in the squad. I spoke with Antony and he told me that he didn’t feel 100% ready to play. I only want players in the squad that are 100% focused on Ajax,” the head coach told ESPN.

“I want Antony to stay. I am assuming that the club will not sell him. The money that is being thrown around these days is crazy. But I would not find it okay if we sell another player. We are in a powerful position, financially,” added Schreuder.

“Yes, my feeling is good. I understand Antony. But you play for Ajax. We are playing Champions League football. I don’t think Manchester United are playing Champions League football.”

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Christian Eriksen believes Liverpool tie is a crucial one

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August 21, 2022