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Ferdinand’s Persuasive Powers Sealed Man Utd’s Yoro Deal

Ferdinand’s Persuasive Powers Sealed Man Utd’s Yoro Deal

Manchester United had a helping hand from legendary defender Rio Ferdinand in persuading highly rated Leny Yoro to join them. Centre-back Yoro was coveted by many of Europe’s top clubs, including Real Madrid, this summer. In the end, he plumped for United, signing a five-year contract after agreeing a £52m move from French club Lille. Ferdinand sent Yoro a social media message welcoming him to Old Trafford and, speaking to in-house club media, 18-year-old Yoro explained the former England star had already adopted a more direct approach. “Two weeks ago, he called me,” said Yoro. “We spoke for 10 minutes…
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Yoro Set For Man Utd Medical Before £52M Move

Yoro Set For Man Utd Medical Before £52M Move

Manchester United are closing in on signing Lille defender Leny Yoro. Sources say United have agreed a 62m-euro (£52.06m) fee for Yoro, who is due to fly to Manchester today for a medical. The 18-year-old has attracted significant interest from a number of top European clubs, with Real Madrid repeatedly mentioned as one of the sides keen to sign the player. Yoro, who made his Lille debut at the age of 16, was picked in Thierry Henry’s provisional France squad for the Olympic Games but was omitted from the final party due to Lille’s participation in the Champions League qualification…
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Jose Mourinho Wants Sensational Man Utd Return – Report

Jose Mourinho Wants Sensational Man Utd Return – Report

Jose Mourinho is keen on returning to Manchester United as manager, but the club do not plan on approaching him over the job, according to a report. Erik ten Hag’s position as manager has come into question following a disappointing 2023/24 season, with the Red Devils most recently losing 4-0 away to Crystal Palace on Monday night. United were managed by Mourinho between 2016 and 2018, and the Manchester Evening News report he would ‘love’ to return to Old Trafford, with his camp even suggesting he would walk back to the city if it meant returning to the club. And…
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Premier League Preview: Man Utd Travel To West Ham As Liverpool Host Arsenal

Premier League Preview: Man Utd Travel To West Ham As Liverpool Host Arsenal

Premier League action will take centre stage for GOtv viewers, with SuperSport featuring Round 18 matches from the 2023-24 season from Thursday 21 to Sunday 24 December. GOtv now offers the Supa+ package, which will allow viewers greater access to the Premier League than ever before. Subscribe or upgrade to Supa+ to watch all the thrills and spills from England’s elite division. The round opens early on Thursday 21 December when Crystal Palace and Brighton & Hove Albion renew their fierce rivalry with a clash at Selhurst Park. Eagles manager Roy Hodgson has rebuffed criticism that his club does not…
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Man Utd Players Question Ten Hag Signings Amid Dressing Room Unrest Reports

Man Utd Players Question Ten Hag Signings Amid Dressing Room Unrest Reports

On Monday it was widely reported that Erik ten Hag has lost sections of the dressing room. And the Manchester Evening News have since alleged that four Ten Hag signings have been questioned by senior players in the United playing staff. One player is said to be ‘particularly perplexed’ by the £72million addition of the Rasmus Hojlund, who is yet to score in the Premier League. Antony, Wout Weghorst, who netted just twice in 31 appearances, and Mason Mount are allegedly among the other signings who have been questioned by players. A day earlier Sky Sports alleged that players are…
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Man Utd Can Handle A Hostile Environment Against Galatasaray – Ten Hag

Man Utd Can Handle A Hostile Environment Against Galatasaray – Ten Hag

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag is confident his players can handle a potentially hostile atmosphere to beat Galatasaray in Wednesday’s crucial Champions League Group A game. The Red Devils head to Istanbul knowing they will be unable to reach the knockout stage if they lose. The match comes 30 years after United’s first trip to Galatasaray, which was a famously intimidating encounter. “We know we can [win away in Europe] and we are confident,” Ten Hag said. “The last games away from home in the league were also very hostile environments. We played very well. We were very calm…
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Alejandro Garnacho: Has Man Utd Winger Already Won Goal Of The Season?

Alejandro Garnacho: Has Man Utd Winger Already Won Goal Of The Season?

“I don’t think I’ve ever been in a stadium where I’ve seen an overhead kick that good… and I was there for Wayne Rooney’s against Manchester City.” High praise indeed from Gary Neville, but deservedly so as Alejandro Garnacho scored one of the great Premier League goals in Manchester United’s 3-0 win at Everton. The 19-year-old Argentina winger met Diogo Dalot’s cross in the third minute at Goodison Park from about 15 yards out and unleashed a stunning overhead kick into the top corner. “I can’t believe it to be honest,” he said afterwards. “I didn’t see how I scored, I…
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