Manchester United have named Bruno Fernandes as their new club captain. Erik ten Hag has replaced Harry Maguire with the Brazilian midfielder for this season’s tour of America.
The Red Devils are the best team in England, and one of the biggest clubs in the world. Their fans, known as the ‘red army’, are very loyal and devoted to their team.
Transfers
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has been making some moves in the transfer market this summer. He has already signed midfielder Mason Mount from Chelsea and goalkeeper Andre Onana from Internazionale. And now, he is hoping to add to his striker options.
Ten Hag is looking for a proven scorer who can help reduce the 14-point gap between his side and their noisy neighbours, Manchester City. And with that in mind, he may have his sights set on Juventus midfielder Adrien Rabiot. The 27-year-old has impressed with his displays for the French champions and advanced metrics suggest he is an excellent passer, a good aerial threat and has very good defensive numbers.
But the deal is complicated by the fact that Rabiot has a year left on his contract, and a move could run into financial fair play issues. It has been reported that the two clubs are in talks over a deal, but the gap between valuations will need to be bridged to reach an agreement.
In terms of the other players who might leave Old Trafford, centre backs Scott McTominay and Harry Maguire are likely to attract interest from Newcastle and West Ham respectively. And defenders Dean Henderson, Donny van de Beek and Eric Bailly could also depart as United look to raise funds.
One player who is unlikely to leave is goalkeeper David de Gea. But he will need to be replaced at some point, and the club are looking to make a move for USMNT keeper Denzel Dumfries. The Washington native had a fine World Cup and would be an excellent addition to the United squad.
Elsewhere, United are keen on Napoli defender Kim Min-jae. The South Korean has a $50 million release clause and was fantastic for the Neapolitans during their scudetto win last season. But he is likely to be out of their price range.
Fixtures
Manchester United will begin their Premier League campaign with a home game against Wolves in August. They’ll also travel to West Ham, Tottenham, and Arsenal in their opening four games of the season. This month’s tour of North America will feature several late-night kickoff times for fans in the UK. The full list of fixtures has been released, and GOAL brings you the month-by-month breakdown.
New signing Mason Mount was given his first run out as a Red Devil in the 2-0 win over Arsenal in New Jersey on Saturday. The England international gave a positive impression after arriving at Old Trafford and could become a key player this year. Bruno Fernandes and Jadon Sancho scored the goals in a physical encounter, typical of the fierce rivalry between the two clubs.
Chris Wheeler was named captain in place of the outgoing Harry Maguire, who has left to join the Championship club Hull City. The 28-year-old captained the side 45 times last season in Maguire’s absence and was an obvious choice for the role. He warned he wouldn’t change as captain but urged the Red Devils to improve this season.
Manchester United co-chairman Avram Glazer has refused to answer questions about the club’s ownership situation after a public appearance at the MetLife Stadium in New York. The billionaire was present at the finals of the FA Cup and Carabao Cup as well as the Women’s FA Cup final.
Despite the ongoing uncertainty over the future of the club, the players are focused on their preseason tour. Amad Diallo was withdrawn 13 minutes after being introduced as a second-half substitute for the match against Arsenal, having suffered an ankle injury. The young defender was driven to the team bus instead of getting there under his own steam, which is an indication of how serious the injury was. He was subsequently ruled out for the rest of the tournament. He has been taken to hospital for tests. If the injury proves to be serious, he may miss the beginning of the season. This would be a massive blow to the club’s title hopes.
Transfer rumours
With the new Premier League season underway, Man United fans will be keen to see their club make some big additions. But will they be enough to close the gap on three-time defending champions Manchester City?
Man United boss Erik ten Hag has been busy signing youngsters and making loan deals. And they have been linked with a number of high-profile names.
Among those who have been attracting attention is Atalanta striker Rasmus Hojlund. His agent, Yalcin Sarica, says the Dane wants to join ten Hag at Old Trafford. Atalanta want to keep their asset at all costs but if the offer is right they may be willing to listen.
The Red Devils also appear to be chasing Celta Vigo’s Lautaro Martinez. Manchester United’s interest in the midfielder is heightened by the fact that Arsenal and Atletico Madrid are also interested.
Another young player with a big future is Eintracht Frankfurt’s Randal Kolo Muani. He is a left-footed centre forward with a good eye for goal and has been linked to Man United as well as Bayern Munich. But the Bundesliga giants are not likely to let him leave on a cheap deal.
There is a growing sense that the club will have to move quickly to solve their centre forward problem. Having been priced out of a move for Harry Kane, they are scouring the market to find a solution. The Red Devils are also keen on the likes of Atalanta’s Rasmus Hojlund and Eintracht Frankfurt’s Randal Kolo Musani.
Manchester United have also been linked with a move for Bayern Munich’s Marcel Sabitzer. He is a versatile forward who can play either up front or in the hole behind a defence. The club’s interest is not particularly surprising given that they lack an out-and-out striker and he would help to cover their weaknesses in the final third.
Man Utd could be set to reunite with Jonny Evans this season if the club decides to offer him a new contract. The Northern Ireland international has been training with the club since his release by Leicester in January and will feature for them against Wrexham on Tuesday. He has been capped by his country and is a popular figure at Old Trafford.
Team news
Manchester United are preparing to play a friendly against Wrexham on Tuesday night. The Red Devils are set to take on a full-strength team from the League Two club. The match will be the first time that United have worn their new Adidas kit in a pre-season game.
It’s been a busy transfer window at Old Trafford and the summer tour of the US is underway. Manchester United have beaten Leeds and Lyon in pre-season friendlies, while they also played a friendly against Juventus on Sunday. The Red Devils are looking to build on their strong start to the season.
Despite losing several star players over the summer, Manchester United have made some promising signings to boost their squad. The Red Devils will be hoping to get off to a winning start when they face Wrexham on Tuesday.
Man Utd’s new captain is Bruno Fernandes
Manager Erik ten Hag has decided to make Fernandes the man to lead his side out on the pitch this season. The Portugal international has taken over the armband from last season’s captain Harry Maguire. The decision has been met with a mixed reaction from the Manchester United fans, with many of them questioning why the club have dropped Maguire.
While it is never wise to pay too much attention to pre-season results, it was good to see that United got the better of their rivals Arsenal in New Jersey. The win was a result of improved organisation at one end and tighter defence. United were also more clinical in attack than the Gunners and deserved their victory.
However, there was some bad news for the Red Devils after Amad Diallo injured himself on his debut. The attacker was forced off with an ankle injury and was seen on crutches as he left the stadium after the game. The extent of the damage is unknown, but it’s a worrying sign for the young striker.
In other Man United news, goalkeeper Tom Heaton is preparing to sit down with boss Erik ten Hag to discuss his future at the club. The England international has been in impressive form this summer and was part of the side that beat Arsenal 2-0 in front of a record crowd in New Jersey on Saturday.
Conclusion
As of the latest information available, Manchester United continues to be a prominent force in the world of football. Their journey, filled with victories, challenges, and captivating moments, resonates with fans worldwide. Stay tuned to reputable sports news sources for up-to-date and accurate information on Manchester United’s ongoing endeavors.
FAQs:
- What is Manchester United’s current standing in the Premier League? As my knowledge cutoff is September 2021, I can’t provide real-time information. However, you can check the latest Premier League standings on sports news websites or official league pages.
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