Manchester United

2022 - 12 - 31

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Glazers sell Manchester United as new striker arrives - predictions ... (Manchester Evening News)

MEN Sport writers forecast what could be in store for Man Utd over the next 12 months.

The exit of the Glazers would mark the start of something fresh and exciting - which is likely to also include the arrival of a big-name striker in the summer. In terms of the domestic cup competitions, the club have a great chance to reach the final of the Carabao Cup, especially with a quarter-final tie with Charlton to come. They face League One side Charlton Athletic in the quarter-finals of the Carabao Cup in just over a week's time and a win in that one will put them two games away from the final at Wembley. Should United end this season with at least one piece of silverware, not that there is anything to say they couldn't win two, it will be deemed a successful first season for Ten Hag. The Reds will finish inside the top four this term - but it will go right to the wire. After what happened at Brentford back in August, any United supporter would have snapped your hand off to enter 2023 in the Champions League places, even if there is a hell of a lot of football still to be played. Barcelona is a difficult tie to get past in the Europa League and it would be their toughest test of the competition. Despite experiencing the odd bump in the road this season, the positives have massively outweighed the negatives so far, meaning United should look ahead to 2023 with optimism that the good times are returning. That could be the highlight of the decade, never mind the year. But wins over Liverpool, Arsenal and Tottenham show the Reds are more than capable of achieving that goal - and they will get it. United fans will be hoping the exit they have been craving for so long is now just around the corner. The Dutchman brought in six new faces and helped the Reds defeat double-cup winners Liverpool, table-toppers Arsenal and Tottenham after a shaky start to the season.

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Manchester United lead Aston Villa and Newcastle in race to sign ... (Eurosport.com)

Manchester United are hoping to complete the signing of Marcus Thuram from Borussia Monchengladbach in January following the exit of Cristiano Ronaldo.

It’s going to be an awkward month for Manchester United fans after it was revealed that the recently-departed Cristiano Ronaldo is the face for January on their official club calendars. Tielemans is approaching the end of his Leicester contract, so could be available for a cut-price fee in January. The Mirror reveal that the French forward is available for a cut-price deal due to the fact that his current contract at the Bundesliga club is set to expire at the end of the season. It is likely that the France international will leave Borussia Monchengladbach due to his contract situation and the German club could be open to selling him in January instead of losing him for free in the summer. Eddie Howe is keen to add a new midfielder to his over-achieving Newcastle United squad in January. Paper Round’s view: Chelsea have put a clear transfer strategy in place since the takeover of Todd Boehly in the summer.

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Manchester United Monitoring French Striker (Sports Illustrated)

Manchester United are in an almost desperate need to sign a striker this year to give Erik Ten Hag the option in his squad. Currently, only Anthony Martial ...

He is out of contract in the summer and free to talk to foreign clubs now. Marcus Rashford continues to perform but needs support in the frontline. Signing Thuram on a permanent deal would cost around the same as a loan deal for Felix. However, Ten Hag and the club could turn their attention to another striker. Currently, only Anthony Martial is the actual, natural number nine in the squad. It was once again proved on Saturday in United’s game against Wolves that a striker is needed.

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What is happening at United this week? (Manchester United)

Erik ten Hag's Reds have two matches to contend with across the seven days, facing Bournemouth in the Premier League and Everton in the FA Cup. Away in Malta ...

There will also be radio commentary for the full 90 minutes. Scholesy came back into the fold for our FA Cup clash against our local rivals Manchester City. You can follow updates from the Premier League 2 match on ManUtd.com and in the United App. Tickets for the game are available to buy The Reds host Bournemouth at the Theatre of Dreams, with kick-off scheduled for 20:00 GMT. Ahead of the Everton clash, Erik will conduct his pre-match press conference.

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Casemiro raves about playing with 'top five in the world' Manchester ... (Teamtalk.com)

Manchester United summer signing Casemiro has revealed his enjoyment over playing alongside Marcus Rashford, who he feels can be "top five" in the world.

Hitting similar numbers season after season could mean he starts to be seen as one of the globe’s top players. Rashford’s performances of late have shown him to be a player that can perform at the highest level. In my opinion, especially knowing the player off the pitch, I can tell you that if he’s doing well, he can be one of the top five players in the world,” “He has an incredible way of hitting the ball, he’s got strength, he’s quick, is very clever playing. For Casemiro himself, though, it is one of his teammates that is having the biggest impact. It is no coincidence that they turned a corner when the Brazilian began to be introduced from the start.

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Manchester United 'leading the race' for bargain-buy striker and ... (Manchester Evening News)

Manchester United are 'leading the race' to sign Borussia Monchengladbach striker Marcus Thuram in this month's transfer window.

Birmingham supporters have quickly fallen in love with the Tunisian, often expressing their disbelief that they have been able to borrow him for the campaign. That is according to a report by [The Sun](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/20907857/man-utd-hannibal-mejbri-transfer-marseille/), who claim that the Ligue 1 club have added the youngster to their transfer wish list. He has made three first-team appearances for the Reds, two of which were awarded to him under Ralf Rangnick last season. The 19-year-old, who joined United from French outfit AS Monaco back in August 2019, is currently on loan at Championship side Birmingham City. The Reds are determined to strengthen their attacking options this month following Cristiano Ronaldo's exit from the club in late-November. They have scored just 24 goals in the Premier League this season.

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Martin Dubravka recalled from Manchester United loan spell by ... (The Athletic)

Martin Dubravka has been recalled from his season-long loan spell at Manchester United by his parent club Newcastle United. Dubravka, 33, joined Manchester ...

[Tom Heaton](https://theathletic.com/football/player/tom-heaton-ZeQpzmefLtPumUX5/) and 23-year-old [Nathan Bishop](https://theathletic.com/football/player/nathan-bishop-Vow0eS4SSX6VkyOk/) as De Gea’s understudies. [Aston Villa](https://theathletic.com/football/team/aston-villa/) and the 2-0 victory against [Burnley](https://theathletic.com/football/team/burnley/). [David de Gea](https://theathletic.com/football/player/david-de-gea-7i01i7zkp5zwydXT/), after [Dean Henderson](https://theathletic.com/football/player/dean-henderson-ykbiJB1KvfXx9KDL/) had moved to Nottingham Forest on loan.

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Dubravka recalled from loan (Manchester United)

Martin Dubravka has been recalled from his season-long loan to Manchester United by his parent club Newcastle United. The Slovakian goalkeeper has made two ...

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Newcastle recall Dubravka from Manchester United mid-way ... (Goal.com)

Newcastle United have recalled goalkeeper Martin Dubravka from Manchester United loan after 33-year-old joined in September.

Dubravka made just two appearances for the Red Devils, both in the Carabao Cup. We would like to thank Martin for his contribution during his time with our club, and wish him all the best for the future." United have released an official statement confirming Dubravka's return to Newcastle, which reads: "Martin Dubravka has been recalled from his season-long loan to Manchester United by his parent club Newcastle United.

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Manchester United fans criticise Martin Dubravka signing as a ... (Daily Mail)

Newcastle have elected to recall Dubravka from his loan spell after he made just two appearances for Erik ten Hag's side, both of which came in the Carabao ...

One United fan stated that the signing of Dubravka was useless. Although he joined on a season-long loan, Newcastle had the option to recall him in January and they have chosen to bring him back to St James' Park at the earliest possible opportunity. [Newcastle have elected to recall Dubravka from his loan spell](/sport/football/article-11589985/Newcastle-RECALL-loan-goalkeeper-Martin-Dubravka-four-rivals-Manchester-United.html) after he made just two appearances for Erik ten Hag's side, both of which came in the Carabao Cup. One fan predicted that Newcastle will now sell Dubravka. Basically paid a players wages for six months with no return.' - Manchester United fans have criticised the loan signing of Martin Dubravka

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Manchester United target World Cup star Marcus Thuram for ... (Metro)

Manchester United are reportedly keeping tabs on 2022 World Cup star Marcus Thuram but will likely not sign the striker until the summer.

It’s a long period and the window hasn’t even started.’ [check our sport page](https://metro.co.uk/sport/). We need to be creative and do everything we have in our power to get the right players in, who are fitting in the balance. It’s about so many circumstances playing a role in that. ‘But you have to set the limits high. [Privacy Policy](https://metro.co.uk/privacypolicy/)

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LIVE Transfer Talk: Man United weighing up move for Thuram (ESPN)

Marcus Thuram is allowed to begin pre-contract talks with other clubs and Manchester United are interested. Transfer Talk has the latest.

[Manchester United](/soccer/team?id=360) winger [Anthony Elanga](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/296622/Anthony-Elanga) is wanted by Everton on loan, according to the [Manchester Evening News](https://www.manchestereveningnews.co.uk/sport/football/man-utd-anthony-elanga-transfer-25866013). [Aston Villa](/soccer/team?id=362) are making plans to replace goalkeeper [Emiliano Martinez](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/158626/Emiliano-Martínez) and are monitoring the situation between [Everton](/soccer/team?id=368) and [Jordan Pickford](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/159443/Jordan-Pickford), [according to The Sun](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/20908127/aston-villa-jordan-pickford-transfer-emi-martinez/). [Morocco](/soccer/team?id=2869) star [Yassine Bounou](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/175149/Yassine-Bounou) could leave Sevilla for Manchester United or Bayern Munich in January, according to [Footmercato](https://www.footmercato.net/a331447118199601828-yassine-bounou-discute-avec-manchester-united-et-le-bayern-munich). 1 if [David de Gea](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/108482/David-de-Gea) moves on. [Manchester City](/soccer/team?id=382) are close to signing talented Argentina youngster [Maximo Perrone](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/309241/maximo-perrone), according to [Fabrizio Romano](https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1609298539552669696). [Alejandro Grimaldo](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/166396/Alejandro-Grimaldo) of [Benfica](/soccer/team?id=1929) could fill the void left by Alex Sandro, while [Raphael Guerreiro](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/176228/Raphaël-Guerreiro) of [Borussia Dortmund](/soccer/team?id=124) could be another option at left-back. In midfield, [Youri Tielemans](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/193297/Youri-Tielemans) of [Leicester City](/soccer/team?id=375) has intriguing the Turin club for some time, but they face stiff competition from several of Europe's biggest clubs. Isco, 30, is available on a free transfer following the termination of his contract by [Sevilla](/soccer/team?id=243), but his salary expectations could be an issue for the Italian side. [Juventus](/soccer/team?id=111) have built something of a reputation in recent years for recruiting free agents, and that's set to continue in 2023, according to [Calciomercato](https://www.calciomercato.com/news/la-juve-e-un-mercato-a-costo-zero-grimaldo-e-il-preferito-ma-non-10828). [Rodrigo De Paul](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/174466/Rodrigo-De-Paul) and [Atletico Madrid](/soccer/team?id=1068) seemed a match made in heaven, but just 18 months since the midfielder moved to the Spanish capital from [Udinese](/soccer/team?id=118), the newly crowned World Cup winner is seemingly poised to return to Serie A, according to [Mundo Deportivo](https://www.mundodeportivo.com/futbol/atletico-madrid/20221231/1001912472/italia-carga-mas-argumentos-regreso-paul.html). [Barcelona](/soccer/team?id=83) are also credited with interest in the 22-year-old [Morocco](/soccer/team?id=2869) international, but any acceleration in negotiations reportedly will make Ounahi's move to Serie A "a formality." The [Brazil](/soccer/team?id=205) youth international has two years remaining on his contract and could command a transfer fee of €15m.

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Newcastle recalls keeper Dubravka from Manchester United loan (Sportstar)

Goalkeeper Martin Dubravka has been recalled by his parent club Newcastle United from his season-long loan at Manchester United.

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