Rio Ferdinand predicts Edinson Cavani influence at Manchester United could last for years

straight to your inbox every day for freeFormer Manchester United captain Roy Keane has singled out Scott McTominay for praise following his brace against Leeds United in the Premier League.The Scotland international found the back of the net twice inside the opening three minutes, putting Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side on their way to a dominant 6-2 victory.There was plenty of expectation ahead of the first meeting between the two historic rivals in 16 years but the hosts put their opponents to

straight to your inbox every day for freeRio Ferdinand has trolled Leeds United fans on Twitter over his transfer to Manchester United. The two rivals meet this afternoon in their first Premier League encounter in almost 17 years and, having played for both clubs and made the switch from Elland Road to Old Trafford, Ferdinand is looking forward to it.

straight to your inbox every day for free Edinson Cavani is back in the Manchester United squad for the Premier League visit of Leeds United. Cavani, 33, has missed the last three matches due to a groin injury but is in line for his first appearance since he was forced off in the win at West Ham two weeks ago.

direct to your inboxManchester United could have Edinson Cavani back in their matchday squad to face Leeds United this weekend after training in full.United host Leeds on Sunday afternoon at Old Trafford, in the first league meeting of the trans-Pennine rivals since the Yorkshire club's promotion back to the top flight.Cavani missed the recent United games against RB Leipzig, Man City and Sheffield United with a groin issue, and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said the striker was focussed on his fitness.

straight to your inbox every day for freeAndy Cole has declared himself a big fan of Edinson Cavani - and hopes the striker can share his knowledge of the game with his Manchester United team-mates.Cavani joined United on a free transfer at the end of the summer transfer window to give manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer another attacking option.

straight to your inbox every day for freeThe Football Association have confirmed Manchester United striker Edinson Cavani has been charged with misconduct in relation to a social media post following the win against Southampton last month.Cavani sent a message to one of his followers after netting a brace against the Saints which prompted the FA to investigate the Spanish term used that could be deemed as discriminatory or racist language.

straight to your inbox every day for freeHere are your Manchester United evening headlines for Wednesday, December 16.United continue their Premier League campaign against Sheffield United on Thursday night.

direct to your inboxRoy Keane and Gary Neville have both criticised Manchester City and Manchester United for not chasing a victory during their dull 0-0 draw at Old Trafford. In a lifeless Manchester derby, both teams settled for a point with neither Ole Gunnar Solskjaer nor Pep Guardiola prepared to take any risks in pursuit of three points.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United greats Rio Ferdinand and Paul Scholes both believe that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side have become over-reliant on Bruno Fernandes. The Portugal international has been a revelation for United and made an impact off the bench at the weekend, as United came from behind to beat West Ham.

straight to your inbox every day for freeRio Ferdinand and Paul Scholes agreed that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's biggest problem at Manchester United is the team's lack of identity.United switched to a five-man defence for their decisive Champions League clash with RB Leipzig but quickly found themselves trailing by two goals.A third goal in the second period put the game out of reach despite a fightback in the latter stages, leaving United facing up to the prospect of resuming their European campaign

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United tweaked their tactics to suit Bruno Fernandes as they came from behind to win away from home again in the Premier League.United trailed West Ham 1-0 at the pause at the London Stadium but Fernandes and Marcus Rashford came on at half-time to spark a 3-1 comeback victory.Rashford replaced the injured Edinson Cavani but Fernandes was introduced for Donny van de Beek in a tactical move that allowed the playmaker to thrive ahead of Paul

straight to your inbox every day for freeAnthony Martial needs to "up his game" for Manchester United, according to Dimitar Berbatov.Martial has only managed two goals so far this season and is yet to get off the mark in the Premier League. Berbatov believes the French forward can learn a lot from new team-mate Edinson Cavani - and says the 24-year-old should bully defenders and 'get dirty' when necessary.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United will be looking to bounce back from their defeat by Paris Saint-Germain on Wednesday night when they travel to the London Stadium to take on West Ham.United are in good domestic form after successive wins over Everton, West Brom and Southampton, and victory over West Ham would move them to within two points of the top of the table - for a few hours at least.

straight to your inbox every day for freeEdinson Cavani has 'sincerely apologised' for causing any offence over an Instagram post following Manchester United's Premier League win over Southampton. Cavani scored twice and assisted Bruno Fernandes in United's 3-2 comeback and after the game shared a post from a friend on an Instagram Story, adding 'Gracías negrito'.

straight to your inbox every day for freePaul Pogba joined in the celebrations after Manchester United produced a stunning fightback against Southampton.Pogba was ruled out of Sunday's Premier League clash at St Mary's due to an ankle injury and could only watch on as Southampton raced into a two-goal lead, courtesy of Jan Bednarek and James Ward-Prowse. But United came roaring back after the break, largely thanks to half-time substitute Edinson Cavani.

straight to your inbox every day for freeAlan Shearer has urged Manchester United stars Marcus Rashford and Mason Greenwood to learn from teammate Edinson Cavani after the Uruguayan's match-winning exploits against Southampton.Cavani came off the bench at half-time with United trailing Saints 2-0 in Sunday's Premier League clash at St Mary's. The 33-year-old summer signing made a remarkable impact as he inspired a stunning fightback.