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Midfield Alternates: Adam Wharton
For years the joke has been Manchester United never replaced Michael Carrick in their midfield and that is the missing link. Well, Michael Carrick’s spiritual nephew is just sitting right there and his name is Adam Wharton. Like Carrick, Wharton lacks the pizzaz of many of his midfield counterparts. He’s not a monster tackler or […]
Casemiro’s Performance a Reminder What Manchester United Will and Won’t Miss
United fans who caught Brazil’s dramatic win over Japan the other day would not have been surprised by Casemiro’s performance; it was a classic from the Brazilian. He lacked the power and speed to get up and down the pitch before providing a decisive moment that helped Brazil equalise and ultimately get over the line. […]
Midfield Alternates: Bruno Guimarães
I think Bruno Guimarães is the best central midfielder in the league. One could argue that a fit Rodri is better, but I’ll always pick a midfielder like Bruno Guimarães over Rodri because I think he’s a far better watch before we get to his qualities. I’m amazed he’s stayed at Newcastle for as long […]
Manuel Ugarte Injury Highlights Long-Term Recruitment Issue
Manuel Ugarte is set to sit out of action till the end of the year at least, after suffering a serious knee ligament injury. The United midfielder has been a key part of the Uruguayan side that got knocked out in the group stages after a 1-0 loss to Spain. It was clear heading into […]
Mateus Fernandes talks continue, but Spurs ready to match West Ham’s asking price
Manchester United’s pursuit of new midfielders has been a slow one since agreeing to a fee with Atalanta for Ederson last month. The Reds are reportedly operating with the intention to sign two more in a vital summer for the rebuild of the team. The decision to move on from Casemiro looks more and more […]
Manuel Ugarte set for lengthy recovery from knee injury
Manchester United and Uruguay midfielder Manuel Ugarte suffered a serious knee injury in his nation’s final match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup against Spain, and looks set for a lengthy rehabilitation process before he can get back on the pitch. Ugarte, 25, left the match on Friday on a stretcher after an awkward landing. […]
Why Manchester United’s lack of involvement in the World Cup could be a blessing in disguise
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is here, and there are quite a few Premier League teams who are boasting a strong contingent in this summer’s tournament. Manchester City have sent 19 players from 12 different nations, whilst league champions Arsenal have sent 15. However, one team that is having a relatively light travel schedule is […]
Rumor: AC Milan interested in Mason Mount
Mason Mount has been proposed to AC Milan, and the two clubs have begun talking. The move would reunite Mount with Ruben Amorim, the coach who managed him at Manchester United before taking the AC Milan job in June 2026. It would also represent one of the more dramatic value collapses in recent Premier League […]
What the Ederson Signing Reveals About United’s Transfer Plans
Brazilian midfielder Ederson looks set to become Michael Carrick’s first signing as manager of Manchester United for a reported fee of £35 million. The 26-year-old was a crucial player for Serie A side Atalanta for four years, helping them win the Europa League two years ago. Like most players who played under Gian Piero Gasperini, […]
Onana set for second Trabzonspor loan
Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana is close to securing a return to Turkish side Trabzonspor on loan. The deal is not yet agreed yet but sources say it is 90% done. There will be no option to buy within the agreement. Onana made 29 appearances for Trabzonspor last season after being loaned out by United in the wake […]
Matheus Cunha Surfs on for Brazil
In the summer of 2002, back when Matheus Cunha had only just turned three years old, Brazil confirmed its status as the kings of world football by claiming a record fifth World Cup title. No other team had won more than three. Having reached each of the last three World Cup Finals (winning two), it […]
Manchester United agree fresh loan for Andre Onana to Trabzonspor
Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana will go back out on loan for the 2026/27 season, returning to Turkish side Trabzonspor after spending the previous campaign between the posts there. Onana signed for United in 2023 as the heir apparent to David De Gea. He arrived with experience playing for then manager Erik ten Hag at […]
Felix Nmecha emerges as midfield option for Manchester United
The search to revitalize Manchester United’s midfield continues with another name dropped into the rumor mill this week. Borussia Dortmund and Germany midfielder Felix Nmecha was linked with a move to United on Wednesday by Sky Sports Germany reporter Patrick Berger. There were claims that United would have to compete with interest from Premier League […]
Manchester United face battle with Tottenham for Matheus Fernandes
Manchester United’s summer transfer window hopes may have been dealt a blow earlier this week with the news that Tottenham Hotspur is willing and able to meet the financial demands of West Ham for the signing of midfielder Matheus Fernandes. The 21-year-old became a mainstay in West Ham’s starting XI in their ill-fated 2025/26 campaign. […]
World Cup so far and Marcus Rashford
New episode of The Fergie Fledglings! Colin, Nathan and Pauly talk about the World Cup so far and Marcus Rashford’s situation in between Barcelona and Manchester United as he plays for England in the US. Thank you as always for listening, and be sure to save and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts.
Cunha Shows His Quality in Central Role With World Cup Brace
Matheus Cunha was the star for Brazil against Haiti with a first-half brace in a comfortable 3-0 win. The Manchester United forward didn’t start for Brazil in the first game of their World Cup campaign against Morocco, but impressed off the bench with his link-up play and passing range. He was rewarded with a start […]
Manchester United secures land for new stadium
Manchester United announced that the land in question for the new stadium plans was secured on Monday, clearing the way for the plans to build on the 25-acre site near Old Trafford. The land is part of the Old Trafford regeneration project discussed early on in the process of evaluating stadium options moving forward, which […]
Last-Minute Winner Could Help Revitalise Amad Diallo
Amad Diallo was the Ivory Coast’s hero earlier in the week with a late winner against Ecuador in their first game of the group stage in this year’s World Cup. United fans will be all too familiar with Diallo’s knack for this, most famously in the 4-3 victory of arch rivals Liverpool in 2024’s FA […]
Manchester United’s 2026/27 Premier League fixtures released
Michael Carrick’s Reds will open the campaign away to Championship play-off final winners Hull City on Saturday 22 August at 12:30 BST, live on TNT Sports in the UK. We will also have newly promoted opposition for our first home game of the term, with Ipswich Town due to visit Old Trafford on the following […]
The Marcus Rashford Situation
Several factors will impact the future of Marcus Rashford, given that Barcelona did not activate the €30m buy option in his season-long loan (it expired on Monday). As things stand, Rashford will return to United next month and it is unclear whether a move happens before the window comes to a close. Another switch to […]
Manchester United announce Amazon All or Nothing docuseries for 2026/27
Manchester United’s 2026/27 campaign had better be an entertaining one, because fans will have the opportunity to live through it twice. The club confirmed reports of a docuseries in the works with an announcement on Monday, reporting the arrival of camera crews for an All or Nothing season on Prime Video featuring the club’s campaign. […]
Manchester United agree to new $550m funding deal
Manchester United have had to agree a hefty interest rate rise after renegotiating part of their £1bn-plus debt. United owed $425m (£317m) of their overall debt in bonds that were due to mature on 25 June 2027. They have now agreed to borrow $550m (£410m) under new terms, which settles the $425m and gives them […]
Chicharito backs Carrick for success
All things considered, it has been a legendary career for Javier ‘Chicharito’ Hernández Balcázar. Born in Guadalajara, Mexico, Chicharito developed at Chivas de Guadalajara before making the move to Manchester United in 2010. Alongside the likes of Wayne Rooney, Michael Carrick and Nemanja Vidić, Chicharito proved essential as United won the league title in 2011 […]
2026 Transfer/Recruitment Discussion
New episode of The Fergie Fledglings! Colin, Nathan and Pauly discuss Manchester United’s 2026 summer transfer prospects and the major candidates for midfield signings, as well as their picks for other candidates (however unlikely) they would like to see a move for at the right opportunity/price. As always, thank you for listening, and be sure […]
Manchester United confirm Jadon Sancho exit
Manchester United have confirmed Jadon Sancho will depart the club as a free agent following the conclusion of his contract. Sancho, 26, has not played for United since the Community Shield in August 2024, having joined from Borussia Dortmund for €85million in July 2021. United confirmed on Wednesday Sancho would be leaving the club alongside […]
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