Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has sent Mason Mount some words of encouragement after the latter encountered harsh criticism following his competitive debut for the club against Wolves on Monday night.
30.07.2023 - 20:21 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Here are your Sunday evening Manchester United headlines.
Ten Hag expectations
Erik ten Hag insists Manchester United must 'raise the bar' next season as he predicts the battle for a top-four finish to be harder than ever.
The Dutchman secured a third place finish during his debut campaign at United, rounding off an impressive year in which he also won the Carabao Cup. United have pushed hard to improve their squad further this summer, having agreed a fee for Rasmus Hojlund on Saturday with both Mason Mount and Andre Onana already through the door.
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But other rival teams are also spending big in the transfer window, and last season's major underachievers - Chelsea, Liverpool, Tottenham - all look set to mount a serious top-four challenge. Meanwhile, the likes of Brighton and Aston Villa will hope to maintain their momentum.
"We have to raise the bar but to do that is necessary because the competition is very strong," Ten Hag said ahead of United's final United States friendly against Borussia Dortmund. "We have many competitors to battle for the top four positions in the Premier League so it is going to be a huge battle."
See what else the Reds boss had to say here.
Fernandes hits back
Bruno Fernandes has hit back at ridiculous claims he 'ignored' Andre Onana during Manchester United's pre-season friendly defeat to Real Madrid on Thursday.
Onana played his first game in a United shirt at the NRG Stadium in Houston, following his £47.72million move from Inter Milan last week. Madrid won the match 2-0 thanks to
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has sent Mason Mount some words of encouragement after the latter encountered harsh criticism following his competitive debut for the club against Wolves on Monday night.
Erik ten Hag criticised the performance of Manchester United's frontline in their 1-0 defeat of Wolves.
Ten Hag on Kane
Erik ten Hag has made another big decision at Manchester United with the captaincy.
Amid all the excitement around Manchester United's potential striking superstar and game-changing goalkeeper, it's easy to overlook the importance of Erik ten Hag's first summer signing.
Erik ten Hag expects Harry Maguire to be available for Manchester United's first game of the season against Wolves on Monday evening.
Manchester United were relaxed about further recruitment during the summer transfer window and - in any case - that prospect was always going to be governed by potential outgoings.
Owen Hargreaves believes Rasmus Hojlund can ‘easily’ score 25 goals in his debut Manchester United season given the quality service he will receive from five teammates.
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has said that goalkeeper Nathan Bishop will be "missed by everyone" after sealing a move to Sunderland.
Bruno Fernandes has hit back at ridiculous claims he 'ignored' Andre Onana during Manchester United's pre-season friendly defeat to Real Madrid on Thursday.
With just three pre-season friendlies now standing between Manchester United and their Premier League opener against Wolves in 17 days time, Erik ten Hag is busy finalising his side's preparations.
Erik ten Hag says Manchester United are making progress in their attempt to sign a new striker.
Alex Telles has posted an emotional farewell to Manchester United fans after leaving the club to join Al-Nassr.
Erik ten Hag was delighted with Kobbie Mainoo's performance in Manchester United's pre-season friendly against Arsenal.
Manchester United have confirmed the sale of Alex Telles, who joins Al-Nassr in a permanent deal.
Goalkeeper Tom Heaton admitted that Manchester United are working on playing the ball out from the back following their 2-0 win over Arsenal in New Jersey on Saturday night.
Bruno Fernandes believes Manchester United youngster Kobbie Mainoo has a bright future ahead of him at Old Trafford.
After securing the signings of Andre Onana and Mason Mount, Manchester United are now looking to add a new striker to their ranks.
Manchester United midfielder Casemiro is 'looking forward' to meeting the club's American fanbase after landing in the United States for the club's pre-season tour.