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'A great talent' - Wales gamble pays off after youngster urged to leave Manchester United
12.10.2023 - 16:21 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Charlie Savage was told to leave Manchester United over the summer by Wales manager Robert Page.
Just one cameo appearance in the Champions League is all Savage, son of former Premier League midfielder Robbie, managed after breaking through the youth ranks at Carrington. The talented youngster sought pastures new in July when he joined cash-strapped Reading on a four-year deal.
The Royals are facing back-to-back relegations after being slapped with a second points deduction but Savage has provided a rare highlight in an otherwise dismal start to the campaign. the 20-year-old earned his first call-up to the senior side for Wales' double-header against Gibraltar and Croatia,
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That phone call with Dragons boss Page justified Savage’s gamble to leave United in the summer. An impressive showing on his international debut in their 4-0 win over Gibraltar earned rave reviews from his father post-match.
"For me to be here with his grandma and his family was amazing," Savage Snr told BBC Radio Wales after watching his son's debut. "He deserves it. League One is different but tonight was the perfect game for him, utilising his passing - and he was magnificent.
“His grandma lives in Wrexham, I was brought up here and it's the first time she's really been out of the house because of Covid and a hip operation. His grandad would have loved to be here. The spotlight has been greater on him because he is my son and people have wanted him to fail.
“He's been brought up in an affluent area and had a good education, but he's humble and he's dedicated. He doesn't go out and he doesn't drink. He's a lovely,
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31.10.2023 / 11:11
David Beckham pays tribute to Manchester United great Sir Bobby Charlton with speech at Ballon d'Or ceremony
Former Manchester United midfielder David Beckham has said he owes Sir Bobby Charlton 'everything' after paying an emotional tribute to the club legend at Monday night's Ballon d'Or awards ceremony in Paris.
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31.10.2023 / 10:35
'Off the pace' - Peter Schmeichel criticises Manchester United summer signing after derby defeat
Legendary Manchester United goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel criticised midfielder Sofyan Amrabat following Sunday's 3-0 derby day defeat by Manchester City at Old Trafford.
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30.10.2023 / 10:43
Manchester United chief Richard Arnold believes club is making progress despite poor start to the season
Erik ten Hag retains the full backing of the Manchester United power brokers and chief executive Richard Arnold believes the club is making "good progress".
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29.10.2023 / 12:11
Mason Mount returns as Casemiro fitness decision made - Manchester United fans pick team to face Man City
Manchester United welcome Manchester City to Old Trafford later this afternoon and supporters have called for Mason Mount's return to the starting line-up.
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29.10.2023 / 12:11
Greater Manchester Police issue message to Manchester United and Man City fans hours before derby
GMP say that offensive chants by football fans will not be tolerated ahead of the Manchester derby. Manchester United are set to take on Manchester City in the 191st derby between the clubs.
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28.10.2023 / 22:27
Sir Alex Ferguson thanks Manchester United great Sir Bobby Charlton in 1,000-word eulogy
Sir Alex Ferguson had lauded Sir Bobby Charlton as a "tower of strength" during his managerial tenure at Manchester United.
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27.10.2023 / 15:43
Paul Merson names biggest worry Man City will have about playing Manchester United
TV pundit Paul Merson reckons Manchester United are dangerous opponents for their treble-winning neighbours Manchester City as they are such massive underdogs on derby day.
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26.10.2023 / 21:43
Why the Glazers are not taking Manchester United dividends as Alejandro Garnacho could face FA charge
Manchester United are counting down the days until their biggest game of the season when they host Manchester City at Old Trafford on Sunday.
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26.10.2023 / 09:23
Manchester United great Rio Ferdinand urges Sir Jim Ratcliffe to do what Glazers have failed to do
Rio Ferdinand has urged Sir Jim Ratcliffe to restore transparency to Manchester United if he secures a 25 per cent stake in the club.
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26.10.2023 / 08:09
Manchester United greats including Peter Schmeichel send condolences after Sir Bobby Charlton passing
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22.10.2023 / 20:05
David Moyes pays heartfelt tribute to Manchester United icon Sir Bobby Charlton
West Ham United manager David Moyes insists Sir Bobby Charlton typified everything that Manchester United is known for, following his death.
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22.10.2023 / 15:06
England announce Wembley tribute for Manchester United legend Sir Bobby Charlton
England's FA have announced a full tribute to Manchester United legend Sir Bobby Charlton who died on Saturday.
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22.10.2023 / 12:51
Diogo Dalot opens up on meetings with Manchester United legend Sir Bobby Charlton
When Diogo Dalot first arrived at Manchester United, Sir Bobby Charlton was still a significant presence around Old Trafford. For many in the United side at Bramall Lane on Saturday night, they would only heard the stories of Charlton, but Dalot was one of maybe half-a-dozen who would have met one of the most important figures in the club's history.
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22.10.2023 / 06:09
Sheffield United boss Paul Heckingbottom makes Manchester United admission after defeat
Sheffield United boss Paul Heckingbottom admitted he was frustrated by the nature of Manchester United's winning goal at Bramall Lane on Saturday night.
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21.10.2023 / 19:25
Erik ten Hag pays tribute to Sir Bobby Charlton ahead of Manchester United vs Sheffield United
Erik ten Hag has paid tribute to Sir Bobby Charlton, describing him as a legend and a giant.
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20.10.2023 / 15:17
Mason Mount makes admission over his start to life at Manchester United
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19.10.2023 / 15:37
Paul Heckingbottom issues Manchester United verdict and gives Sheffield United injury update
Sheffield United manager Paul Heckingbottom has refused to play down the task of attempting to overcome Manchester United ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash at Bramall Lane.
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19.10.2023 / 14:07
Why David De Gea has still not signed for new club after leaving Manchester United
David De Gea is yet to sign for a new club after leaving Manchester United this summer. The long-serving Spanish goalkeeper, 32, was brutally axed by manager Erik ten Hag and replaced by Andre Onana after his 12 memorable years between the Old Trafford posts.
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18.10.2023 / 13:45
'We're all hoping' - Andy Cole explains why Manchester United took £72million summer transfer 'gamble'
Former Manchester United goal-getter Andy Cole believes Rasmus Hojlund is the type of striker the club has been missing following his arrival from Atalanta.