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Rafael Leao hands major boost to Manchester United

Rafael Leao has been in fine form for AC Milan this season, despite missing the start of the season through injury. Having missed the club’s first four Serie A games through a calf injury, Leao soon made up for his departure, grabbing ten goals and three assists in 31 games.

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Barcelona officially confirm departure of former Manchester United defender

Barcelona have officially confirmed that former Manchester United defender Ona Batlle will leave the club following another trophy-filled season in Spain.

Bruno Fernandes News / HITC / May 28

Why Bruno Fernandes rejected Al Hilal’s huge Saudi offer and stayed at United

Bruno Fernandes has revealed why he turned down Al Hilal to stay at Manchester United, and his reasons should resonate throughout Old Trafford. The United captain rejected a lucrative move to Saudi Arabia despite Al Hilal’s strong interest.

Michael Carrick News / The 4th Official / May 28

Manchester United Are Prepared To Step Up Their Efforts To Sign This Serie A Midfielder: Good Choice For Carrick?

In a recent report, Fichajes revealed that Manchester United are prepared to step up their efforts to sign Atalanta midfielder Ederson. It is believed that the Red Devils are eager to acquire the services of the Brazilian midfield ace in this summer transfer period.

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FIFA World Cup News

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Manchester United News / centredevils / May 28

Manchester United midfielder officially confirms departure from club 4 months after signing with Liverpool

Manchester United continue seeing movement across all setups following the end of the 2025/26 campaign. Several players have now confirmed their futures away from Old Trafford.

Manchester United News / centredevils / May 28

Soccer Aid officially confirm 2026 England return for former Manchester United midfielder

Manchester United legends continue attracting attention ahead of Soccer Aid 2026. Several former players have already been confirmed to take part on this Sunday’s charity match.

Manchester United News / centredevils / May 28

Carlisle United officially part ways with Manchester United legend

Carlisle United’s season has ended in frustration after another missed opportunity to climb back into the Football League, with the club once again falling short at a crucial stage of the campaign.

Marcus Rashford News / centredevils / May 28

Barcelona prepare €100m bid that could kill Marcus Rashford transfer hopes

Several members of the Manchester United squad still face uncertain futures as the club continue planning for the new campaign under Michael Carrick. One player in particular appeared to have revived his career abroad over the past season, with hopes growing that a permanent move could eventually materialise.

Soccer News / centredevils / May 28

AC Milan in talks with former Manchester United manager

Manchester United have gone through several rebuilds over the past decade, with different managers and executives attempting to reshape the club in their own image.

Manchester United News / centredevils / May 28

PEC Zwolle officially hire Manchester United legend

PEC Zwolle have just closed out a season that promised consolidation and delivered something closer to a stall. A year on from a tidy tenth-place finish

Manchester United News / ESPN / May 28

Sources: Éderson close to joining Man United

Manchester United are close to an agreement with Atalanta for midfielder Éderson, sources have told ESPN.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / May 28

Euro giants offer payrise to block Arsenal, Chelsea and Man United move for €80m star

Arsenal, Manchester United and Chelsea are interested in signing Maxi Araujo from Sporting CP during the summer transfer window. However, the Portuguese publication A BOLA claims that the Portuguese outfit is unwilling to let him leave and is prepared to offer him a pay rise to keep him at the club.

Soccer News / Stretty News / May 28

Man Utd to now go ‘all in’ for ‘best midfielder in the country’ after conceding defeat in Elliot Anderson chase

There is a growing acceptance at Manchester United that their priority midfield target, Elliot Anderson, is Manchester City-bound. Indeed, the departure of Pep Guardiola has not altered City’s stance when it comes to the Nottingham Forest starlet, with soon-to-be-manager Enzo Maresca also keen on having Anderson in his ranks.

Manchester United News / centredevils / May 27

Netherlands officially call up former Manchester United duo for 2026 World Cup

The 2026 World Cup is due to kick off in a matter of weeks under a larger format which is seeing 48 teams competing for the first time ever. In the largest ever edition of the tournament, many nations are appearing for the first time whilst others are making their return after years away.

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Manchester United News / centredevils / May 27

Liverpool officially sign former Manchester United midfielder to new contract

Former Manchester United players continue to make moves across the globe in an effort to improve their own careers, whether this be playing football or pursuing an area outside playing.

Manchester United News / centredevils / May 27

Brentford make offer for winger linked with Manchester United move

Manchester United are about to embark on their summer transfer window since hiring Michael Carrick as the club’s permanent head coach on a two-year basis.

Michael Carrick News / The 4th Official / May 27

Manchester United Are Keeping A Keen Eye On This Atletico Madrid Defender: Good Fit For Carrick?

In a recent report, Fichajes mentioned that Manchester United are keeping a keen eye on Atletico Madrid Marc Pubill. It is understood that the Red Devils are eyeing a move to bring the Spanish talent to the Premier League in this summer transfer window.

Manchester United News / centredevils / May 27

Ronaldinho shows off surprise Manchester United shirt

Ronaldinho is one of the most well-known players in football history with the Brazilian famed for his professional career that saw great success. The attacking midfielder, who is most well-known for his spell at Barcelona, has surprising links to Manchester United, however.

Marcus Rashford News / centredevils / May 27

Guillem Balague provides update on Barcelona plans for Marcus Rashford

Barcelona have launched a £70 million bid for Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon, and the move has thrown fresh doubt over Marcus Rashford’s hopes of a permanent stay in Catalonia.

Jim Ratcliffe News / centredevils / May 27

Sanka De Silva officially joins INEOS

INEOS, led by Sir Jim Ratcliffe, has made a series of changes since becoming involved with Manchester United. These decisions, which have changed the club heavily, have had mixed reactions with some seen as immensely popular whilst others have been criticized.

Manchester United News / Caught Offside / May 27

Star set for Old Trafford move as Man United agree £38m summer signing

Manchester United are set to sign the Atalanta midfielder Ederson this summer. According to a report from The Times, they have agreed a £38 million deal to sign the Brazilian midfielder.

Rio Ferdinand News / HITC / May 27

Rio Ferdinand now earns more than at Manchester United — here’s how

Rio Ferdinand has revealed that his biggest-earning years have come after his Manchester United playing career, and it says plenty about where football media now sits.

Scott Mctominay News / HITC / May 26

Bank of Scotland rewards Scott McTominay’s World Cup qualifier heroics with a limited edition note

Bank of Scotland has paid tribute to Scott McTominay after his Scotland overhead kick helped secure their return to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It was a moment that already felt bigger than one match.

Manuel Ugarte News / Caught Offside / May 26

Advanced talks: Man United ready to move on midfielder after difficult Old Trafford spell

Manchester United appear to be preparing for another major midfield shake-up, with Manuel Ugarte now expected to leave the club this summer. According to Fabrizio Romano, United have made their stance clear to the player’s camp: they want him to move on, and the message has already been delivered.