Arsene Wenger reveals why he blocked Robin van Persie Arsenal reunion after Manchester United exit

straight to your inbox every day, free David de Gea says Axel Tuanzebe was 'unbelievable' for Manchester United in their Champions League win over Paris Saint-Germain. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer put his faith in the young centre-back on Tuesday night and produced a tactical masterclass against the French champions.

straight to your inbox every day, freeLiverpool fans received the news they were dreading on Sunday after the severity of Virgil van Dijk's injury was confirmed.The Dutchman started Saturday's Merseyside derby against Everton but left the field after just 11 minutes following a challenge from Jordan Pickford.England's No.1 rushed out following a corner and collided with the Liverpool defender but no penalty was awarded by Michael Oliver or VAR official David Coote.Van Dijk was unable to continue

straight to your inbox every day, free Bruno Fernandes has joked he didn't know Aaron Wan-Bissaka could even shoot after the Manchester United defender netted his first goal in professional football at the weekend.

straight to your inbox every day, freeManchester United fans have voiced their frustration over the team news vs Newcastle United.The Reds are back in action tonight at St James' Park as they look to improve upon a poor start to the season.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's men lost 6-1 at home to Tottenham before the international break and the Norwegian has chosen to change it up for the clash with Newcastle.Paul Pogba, Donny van de Beek and Alex Telles are all on the bench and it's safe to say this news

straight to your inbox every day, freeDonny van de Beek would be happy to play on the left wing if asked to do so by Manchester United this season. The Dutch midfielder moved to United from Ajax in the summer transfer window but is yet to start for his new side in the Premier League.

straight to your inbox every day, freeHere are your Manchester United morning headlines for Friday, October 16.Former Manchester United coach Rene Meulensteen has questioned the club’s transfer business over the summer.United signed five players during the window but were unsuccessful in their attempts to land top target Jadon Sancho from Borussia Dortmund.And Meulensteen, who was United’s first-team coach under Sir Alex Ferguson between 2007 and 2013, has questioned why a striker was not

straight to your inbox every day, freeArsenal legend Arsene Wenger has revealed just how close he came to signing Cristiano Ronaldo before Manchester United hijacked the move.Portuguese winger Ronaldo moved to United for £12.24million in the summer of 2003 after impressing against Sir Alex Ferguson's side in a pre-season fixture against Sporting Lisbon.Ronaldo went on to cement himself as a legend at Old Trafford where he won the first of his five Ballon d'Or awards as well as playing a pivotal

straight to your inbox every day, freeBolton Wanderers boss Ian Evatt felt he didn't see enough desire to win at all costs from his side against Grimsby Town. Wanderers picked up their first clean sheet of the season against the Mariners but were unable to break the deadlock against Ian Holloway's side.

straight to your inbox every day, free Former Manchester United striker Robin van Persie has given his approval to the addition of Edinson Cavani — after advising the club to sign him back in February. United completed the capture of the former Paris Saint-Germain striker on Monday, with the 33-year-old signing a one-year deal with the option of an extra year.

straight to your inbox every day, freeParma director Alessandro Lucarelli has spoken out after his club was beaten to the signing of Amad Diallo by Manchester United.MEN Sport revealed on September 16 that United were exploring the possibility of signing the 18-year-old and contacted Atalanta amid interest from other clubs.Parma went as far as announcing Diallo's loan move for the 2020-21 season on social media last week but it was United who secured a deal for the teenager, signing him on a

straight to your inbox every day, free Edinson Cavani has congratulated Facundo Pellistri on his transfer to Manchester United.The Uruguayan duo moved to Old Trafford on deadline day and will be eager to make an impact in the first team after the international break. United announced a deal to sign free agent Cavani on Monday night before later confirming the arrival of 18-year-old winger Pellistri from Penarol.

straight to your inboxAlex Telles has promised Manchester United fans that he will help the club fight for trophies after completing a deadline day transfer from Porto.Telles, 27, was targeted after United identified the need for a new left-back to challenge Luke Shaw. Brandon Williams impressed after breaking into the first-team but was unconvincing in the final few months of last season.

to complete a deal for free agent Cavani, who left Paris Saint-Germain this summer. The Uruguay international, 33, will arrive at Old Trafford on a short-term deal, with the main financial outlay being agents' fees and the player's wages.

straight to your inboxFormer Manchester United star Wayne Rooney has insisted that his old club should be chasing Tottenham striker Harry Kane and not Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho. The Reds have been attempting to sign Sancho all summer and MEN Sport understand they plan to make one last-ditch attempt for the winger before the summer transfer window closes tomorrow.

United welcome Spurs to Old Trafford for a 4.30pm kick-off at Old Trafford, with Maguire fit again after missing the midweek League Cup encounter with Brighton.