Former Manchester United man Ashley Young admits he is 'still scared' of Sir Alex Ferguson 10 years after the fiery Scot retired from management.
The Man United transfer saga involving ex-Real Madrid ace Jose Mourinho loved who 'could have been as good as Lionel Messi'
27.08.2023 - 08:05 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Manchester United have been embroiled in their fair share of transfer sagas.
Even in his short time in the Old Trafford hot seat Erik ten Hag has encountered such issues, with his prolonged pursuit of Frenkie de Jong rarely far from the back pages but ultimately unsuccessful. Some other names have become almost running jokes among the fanbase as the Reds have been linked with them every time the transfer window opens.
There was a time when Wesley Sneijder fell into that category. At the time, Paul Scholes was heading into the twilight of his career.
The Class of '92 graduate was heading for a career break in 2011 before coming out of retirement in 2012 for 18 months. Sir Alex Ferguson knew a replacement would need to be brought to the club.
ALSO READ: Ten Hag needs to solve a problem Ferguson admitted to having at United
During this period, Sneijder was one of the most gifted and talked about midfielders in world football, evening once claiming he could have been as good as Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. He had helped Jose Mourinho's Inter Milan win the Treble in the 2009/10 season before playing an important role in the Netherlands' run to the World Cup final.
With United's need for a new central midfielder and Sneijder's reputation, it's no surprise that the Reds were linked with a move. In July 2011, the Daily Mail ran a story regarding the Dutchman which stated he had agreed a £35m transfer.
A month later the move was off. But where does the truth lie regarding the Sneijder to United transfer saga? MEN Sport has taken a look.
In the eyes of United's legendary manager, a deal for Sneijder was never on the table. During United's pre-season tour of the US in 2011, Ferguson told ESPN: "I keep reading about this.
The website popstar.one is an aggregator of news from open sources. The source is indicated at the beginning and at the end of the announcement. You can send a complaint on the news if you find it unreliable.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
14.09.2023 / 17:59
Five Manchester United signings who cost £200million but failed to live up to five-star billing
Manchester United have spent around £1.5billion since legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson retired a decade ago and, as yet, they are yet to get a proper return on that jaw-dropping investment.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
14.09.2023 / 17:59
Manchester United favourite backs Erik ten Hag on Jadon Sancho decision
Dimitar Berbatov believes Sir Alex Ferguson would have made the same decision as Erik ten Hag after the manager removed Jadon Sancho from the first team.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
13.09.2023 / 08:23
'I always knew' - inside Manchester United's failed Frenkie De Jong transfer chase
Since his Old Trafford appointment last year, a conveyor belt of Erik ten Hag proteges have followed him through the door.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
12.09.2023 / 11:27
Red mist, red cards and Reds heroes - Manchester United's top 10 hardest players
Some players are renowned for their toughness and Manchester United have had more than their fair share of notable hardmen.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
12.09.2023 / 07:59
Manchester United squad numbers still available after summer transfer window
Manchester United will already have one eye on the January transfer window after adding seven players to their ever-evolving squad under Erik ten Hag this summer.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
10.09.2023 / 11:57
Manchester United’s seven signings of summer transfer window ranked
It was a busy summer for Manchester United and Erik ten Hag in the transfer window.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
06.09.2023 / 09:37
Teddy Sheringham makes Sir Alex Ferguson point and gives verdict on Jadon Sancho Man United saga
Former Manchester United striker Teddy Sheringham has admitted he was surprised to see Erik ten Hag publicly addressing his motive for leaving Jadon Sancho out of the matchday squad against Arsenal.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
04.09.2023 / 12:59
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag stands by Jadon Sancho comments
Erik ten Hag is standing by his reason for excluding Jadon Sancho from the Manchester United squad at Arsenal, despite the winger using social media to contest that version of events.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
03.09.2023 / 20:03
Gary Neville makes Erling Haaland point about Rasmus Hojlund after Manchester United debut
Gary Neville was encouraged by what he saw from Rasmus Hojlund on his Manchester United debut but believes unfair comparisons with Erling Haaland must stop.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
02.09.2023 / 03:27
Erik ten Hag broke Sir Alex Ferguson's transfer rule with Manchester United deadline day move
Manchester United's deadline day loan of Sergio Reguilon is the first time they have dealt directly with Tottenham since 2008 after former boss Sir Alex Ferguson encountered issues with the north London side.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
30.08.2023 / 17:55
'Way to go' - Bruno Fernandes and other Manchester United players react to David de Gea training clip
Former Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea has posted a training montage on social media as he awaits the next chapter of his career.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
30.08.2023 / 10:49
'I want to move' - Randal Kolo Muani reveals dream transfer amid Manchester United interest
Randal Kolo Muani has decided he wants to leave Eintracht Frankfurt for Paris Saint-Germain.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
28.08.2023 / 10:37
Manchester United and Man City could encounter new threat after Lionel Messi's MLS arrival
The Premier League could be set for a dip in popularity after a new study found Generation Z football fans in the USA are starting to prefer the MLS to other major leagues.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
28.08.2023 / 08:43
Manchester United answered major Erik ten Hag concern in win vs Nottingham Forest
Manchester United pulled back a two-goal deficit to beat Nottingham Forest 3-2 at Old Trafford and in doing so, answered a major concern of Erik ten Hag's.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
28.08.2023 / 07:23
Arsenal have taught Manchester United a vital Premier League lesson
If Manchester United need any inspiration after a difficult opening few weeks to the season then this weekend’s opponents could provide it.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
27.08.2023 / 11:43
Lionel Messi teammate could ignore Inter Miami captain over important future decision
Benjamin Cremaschi might be prepared to side-step his conversation with Inter Miami captain Lionel Messi when making a key decision over his international future.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
26.08.2023 / 12:47
Michael Carrick makes Manchester United and Cristiano Ronaldo transfer admission
Former Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick has praised the Reds' ability to replace key players like Cristiano Ronaldo and adapt during his time at the club.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
26.08.2023 / 05:57
Sir Alex Ferguson's guilt and a new signing inspired Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's four-goal haul for Man United vs Nottingham Forest
Manchester United will face Nottingham Forest for the 109th time on Saturday but it would be a massive surprise if the scoreline looked anything like the one from their 1999 encounter.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
19.08.2023 / 09:21
Manchester United have the perfect opportunity to show Premier League progress
Away we go. Manchester United are back on the road in the Premier League seeking a cure to the travel sickness that blighted their 2022-23 season.