Manchester United are considering a swoop for Galatasaray star Mauro Icardi when the transfer market reopens, according to reports, but are braced for competition to secure his signature.
04.12.2023 - 12:14 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Manchester United's three-game winning run in the Premier League came to an end on Saturday evening, losing 1-0 to Newcastle United at St James' Park.
Anthony Gordon's second half tap-in was enough to seal a fully deserved three points for the home side, who dominated from start to finish. United, who had drawn 3-3 with Galatasaray just 72 hours before the trip to Tyneside, produced one of their most lifeless and lacklustre performances of the campaign so far.
The result only increased the level of pressure weighting on manager Erik ten Hag's shoulders, as well as sparking more questions about their torrid away record against the Premier League's elite. United are still yet to beat a top eight team away from home under the Dutchman.
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With December posing a series of difficult assignments, it was the worst possible start that United could have made. However, they have the opportunity to start making amends when they welcome Chelsea to Old Trafford on Wednesday night.
But with just nine points standing between Manchester City in third and West Ham United in ninth, the battle for European football could go right down to the wire this season. With that said, MEN Sport had a look at United's next six league assignments and compared them with those of their respective rivals.
Verdict: United's next six matches will be a real test of their credentials. A few weeks ago, a home against Chelsea looked like being an appealing opportunity for maximum points, but could now prove to be a very stern test after their recent upturn in form.
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