Sir Alex Ferguson gave evidence in Ryan Giggs' assault trial Friday. MANCHESTER, England -- Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson was called Friday as a character witness for Ryan Giggs in a court case involving the ex-Premier League footballer. Giggs is on trial on charges of assault and use of coercive behaviour against an ex-girlfriend. The 80-year-old Ferguson, who gave evid...Full Story »

CHELSEA have sensationally enquired about the availability of Harry Maguire, it's claimed. The Manchester United captain came up during talks over a move for Blues forward Christian Pulisic, report the Daily Mail. Harry Maguire has come in for criticism at Manchester United It is not clear what Manchester United's stance was when Maguire came up. The England International has endured at torr...Full Story »

A FEW funny pundits are calling this an early relegation six-pointer. Others are wondering if Erik Ten Hag might end up being Erik Ten Weeks. Harry Maguire and Christian Eriksen during the 4-0 humiliation at Brentford Erik ten Hag takes on Jurgen Klopp at Old Trafford on Monday But surely there is no way United can try and play the same way again against Liverpool - as they did in the 4-0 ...Full Story »

MANCHESTER UNITED have confirmed a deal has been reached with Real Madrid to sign Casemiro. The Brazilian, 30, is now reportedly set to agree a four-year contract with the option of an extra year. Casemiro will cost Manchester United £70million He is Erik ten Hag's fourth addition of the summer and SunSport understands a £60million fee has been agreed, which could rise to £70m....Full Story »

Chelsea target Man Utd captain Maguire in Pulisic swap deal (Daily Mail) Chelsea are considering a shock move for Manchester United defender Harry Maguire, The Daily Mail claims. The Blues want the England international and are willing to send Christian Pulisic to Old Trafford as part of the deal. PSG not giving up on Bernardo Silva signing Paris Saint-Germain refuse to give up on their pu...Full Story »

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe will make a late decision on full-back Matt Targett ahead of Sunday’s Premier League clash with champions Manchester City.Targett missed last weekend’s 0-0 draw at Brighton with a hamstring injury and will be given until the last moment to prove his fitness.Winger Ryan Fraser is expected to return after recovering from a back problem and, with defenders Emil...Full Story »

Anthony Martial has returned to training ahead of Manchester United’s crunch clash with rivals Liverpool on Monday.The 26-year-old impressed during the Red Devils’ pre-season tour but missed the first two games of the season with a hamstring injury.United boss Erik ten Hag says Martial is back in training, but Victor Lindelof and Facundo Pellistri are absent.Liverpool striker Roberto...Full Story »

Former Arsenal player Ray Parlour has told talkSPORT radio that if he were Manchester United he would let Cristiano Ronaldo leave the club. "Cristiano Ronaldo is Cristiano Ronaldo," Parlour said. "If he wasn't a fantastic professional, he wouldn't have scored so many goals." "But he is a problem for Manchester United. If I were Manchester United, I would cut everything with Cristiano Ronaldo."Full Story »

Ruben Dias' new squeeze is cabaret dancer Ginevra Festa Manchester City superstar Ruben Dias has a new squeeze - an exotic cabaret dancer named Ginevra Festa. The two were spotted snogging on a boat off the coast of the Balearic Islands in Spain, with Dias splitting up with his popstar girlfriend less than a year ago. The 25-year-old Portuguese defender was also seen walking hand-in-hand with...Full Story »

Jurrien Timber has signed a new contract with Ajax, extending his stay with the Dutch giants until 2025. The Netherlands defender made his senior debut for the club in 2019 and has played 77 games in all competitions. Erik ten Hag attempted to sign Timber for Manchester United this summer. Timber elected to stay in Amsterdam as United signed Lisandro Martinez from Ajax instead.Full Story »

Manchester United have enquired about a loan move for Chelsea and United States forward Christian Pulisic, sources have told ESPN. United are scrambling for reinforcements after making their worst start to a Premier League season and faltering in their pursuit of several players, including Adrien Rabiot and Frenkie de Jong. Pulisic has emerged as a possible target after United contacted Chel...Full Story »

Erik ten Hag nearing capture of five-time Champions League winner Manchester United are growing increasingly confident they will land Real Madrid star Casemiro, GOAL understands. Significant progress has been made in their pursuit of the Brazil midfielder, who is expected to cost around £60 million ($72m). Erik ten Hag turned his attention to the five-time Champions League winner after ...Full Story »

Shrewsbury boss Steve Cotterill is hopeful forward Ryan Bowman can be back in contention for Saturday’s Sky Bet League One match against leaders Ipswich.Bowman missed the goalless draw against Derby on Tuesday night with a back problem, which was also causing issues with his hip and groin, but has been able to resume light training.Cotterill could look to freshen up his side after not usin...Full Story »

Mansfield will assess a quartet of players ahead of Saturday’s League Two clash with Stockport.Among them is Rhys Oates (shoulder/chest), who was injured in the 5-2 win over AFC Wimbledon on Tuesday.Fellow forward Lucas Akins (groin), midfielder Hiram Boateng and defender Oliver Hawkins (both hamstring) are the other trio.Clough’s men will be looking to make it three wins from as man...Full Story »

MK Dons boss Liam Manning hopes for positive fitness news ahead of the Sky Bet League One encounter against Accrington Stanley.Manning’s team responded to a 3-0 loss at Ipswich by edging out Port Vale thanks to a double from Bradley Johnson.The manager’s selection options were restricted by six players being absent from his plans through injury.But the likes of Will Grigg, Daniel Har...Full Story »

Manchester United are keen to sign Begovic as their number two goalkeeper, a player with extensive experience in the Premier League and beyond, who they see as the perfect replacement for David De Gea. But they face considerable resistance as Lampard is determined to keep Begovic. United have been looking for a number two following Henderson's move to Nottingham Forest, with United goalkeeper...Full Story »

Reporter Andy Mitten says Manchester United have yet to have formal talks with Real Madrid over Casemiro's move. His sources say Casemiro and his agent are aware of United's interest in the player and have not completely ruled out a deal. The player himself has not yet made a decision. A key factor is whether he will become a major starting player for Real Madrid in the next two or three yea...Full Story »

MANCHESTER UNITED wonderkid Alejandro Garnacho has taken to social media to show off his amazing new tattoo. Garnacho has had characters from hit TV series Prison Break inked into his right arm. Alejandro Garnacho has showed off his new Prison Break tattooCredit: https://www.instagram.com/garnacho7/?hl=en The youngster already has ink on both his right and left armsCredit: Getty The 18-year-...Full Story »

Manchester United transfer target Manuel Akanji could be available for loan this summer with Borussia Dortmund struggling to sell the defender. Defensive reinforcements appeared to be high on Manchester United's priority list this summer. Lisandro Martinez and Tyrell Malacia were both brought to Old Trafford, with plenty of other targets being pursued. One man they showed an interest in was ...Full Story »

Manchester United made a massive offer for Atletico Madrid attacker Joao Felix earlier this summer. Marca says Atletico turned down a €135m bid for Felix from United back in late July. When CEO Miguel Angel Gil Marin was informed of the offer, he didn't hesitate in turning it down even though it's more than the 127.2 million the club paid to sign Felix from Benfica back in the summer o...Full Story »