Luka Modric has heaped praise on Manchester United midfielder Casemiro after the Brazilian was awarded Man of the Match for his performance versus Everton.
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Here are your Manchester United morning headlines on Thursday, September 22.
Midfielder Frenkie de Jong has admitted that he always wanted to stay at Barcelona during the summer transfer window amid Manchester United's long-term interest in his signature.
As reported by the Manchester Evening News back in May, United quickly identified the Netherlands international as their top target to strengthen their respective midfield options. De Jong had worked with Reds manager Erik ten Hag at Ajax and the latter was keen for a reunion at Old Trafford.
United agreed a deal with Barcelona to sign De Jong at the end of June, reaching an agreement over an initial €65million (£56.14m) fee. However, the Reds were unable to advance with their quest to sign the 25-year-old because he was owed €17million in deferred wages.
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The Reds, despite chasing the former Ajax ace for more than 100 days, were eventually forced to look elsewhere for midfield reinforcements, signing Casemiro from Real Madrid, though he is a different kind of player to De Jong.
The Dutchman has now spoken out about the failed transfer while on international duty with the Netherlands.
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Manchester United winger Antony has claimed that Brazil teammate Neymar has helped him to play with 'confidence' and that it's 'important' to be working with him.
Antony arrived at Old Trafford from Ajax in the summer transfer window in a deal rising to €100million (£85.5m). The 22-year-old signed a five-year contract with the option of an additional year, becoming the club's second-most expensive signing.
The Brazilian attacker scored on his United debut earlier this month as Erik
Luka Modric has heaped praise on Manchester United midfielder Casemiro after the Brazilian was awarded Man of the Match for his performance versus Everton.
Marcus Rashford described the decision to disallow his goal during Manchester United's 2-1 win over Everton at Goodison Park on Sunday evening as 'questionable'.
Manchester United have to wait until Sunday night to resume their Premier League season with gutsy Everton next up in their sights. United were swept aside in the Manchester derby last weekend, but they did return to winning ways in the Europa League on Thursday night.
It's likely that Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag will not be concerned with Tyrell Malacia's recent dip in form, despite being substituted at half time in his last two appearances.
Manchester United made history against Omonia Nicosia in the Europa League on Thursday night.
Erik ten Hag has hailed Pep Guardiola as the best manager in the world but insists his Manchester United side won't back down from the challenge at the Etihad on derby day.
Cristiano Ronaldo has not had the start to the season he would have wanted at Manchester United.
Manchester United are said to still be in the hunt for Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong.
Manchester United could be without Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial for this weekend's derby at City.
Manchester United are 'closely monitoring' Hirving Lozano's situation at Napoli, according to reports.
When Manchester United lost 4-1 to Manchester City in the derby in March of this year, it felt like the club had completely hit rock bottom.
Barcelona forward Memphis Depay has opened up on his future at the Spanish club after being heavily linked with a return to Manchester United.
Midfielder Frenkie de Jong has admitted that he always wanted to stay at Barcelona during the summer transfer window amid Manchester United's long-term interest in his signature.
Manchester United have been handed a double boost on the injury front as international stars including Cristiano Ronaldo prepare to team up with their nations for the September break.
England boss Gareth Southgate has named his squad for the final two games before this year's World Cup.
Antony could be in line for his third Manchester United appearance in Thursday’s Europa League clash with Sheriff Tiraspol.
Manchester United will be without five players for the trip to Moldova on Thursday. The Reds are looking to make amends for last week’s unexpected 1-0 Europa League loss to Real Sociedad but will be without the in-form Marcus Rashford, who has scored three times in his last four games.
Antony says he felt “anxious” ahead of his transfer to Manchester United, revealing he had a lot of “sleepless nights” at Ajax prior to the switch.
Erik ten Hag admitted last week that he will need to utilise his squad amid a packed schedule this season.
Here are your Manchester United evening headlines for Tuesday, September 13.