Solskjaer praises Bruno Fernandes’ set-piece taking abilities

Posted on February 29, 2020 by index

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has described Bruno Fernandes as a top player after the Portuguese came up with a brilliant delivery from a corner which contributed to Harry Maguire’s first-ever Premier League goal for the club. The 25-year-old only made his second appearance in the United shirt on Monday night against Chelsea and he produced a good performance from the number 10 spot with three key chances created.

As a result, he was voted by United fans as their player of the match and Solskjaer was likewise appreciative of the display from the club’s January signing. He told: “He’s a top player, he wants to get on the ball. But at set-ball delivery he’s top class, one of the better ones I’ve seen. And Harry, we know if he can get a run on the ball he’s dangerous and he got the goal.”
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McTominay Dreaming of Winning Trophies with Manchester United

Posted on January 13, 2020 by index

Manchester United midfielder Scott McTominay has claimed that he is dreaming about the prospect of winning titles with the Red Devils. The Scottish midfielder is of the expectation that United will once again start challenging for trophies from next season. If so,McTominay will play an integral role in the success since he has established himself as one of the regular first team players in the United team this season. Jose Mourinho was the first manager to hand the Scot with a chance in the first team during the 2017-18 campaign. The combat displays from the midfielder were able to Mourinho’s trust, which is never easy to do.

Now, the 23-year-old has started performing exceptionally well and he was pulled into the team by reining was Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. It is remarkable that Solskjaer has not dropped him from a league match since April of last season. The current season has witnessed the Scotland international making 18 appearances in all competitions. He has returned with a reasonable outcome of three goals and one assist.McTominay has already been able to make his name as a big game player, which have increased suggestions that he might be named as the future captain of the club.
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Jesse Lingard Opens up on Social Media Incident

Posted on December 21, 2019 by index

Jesse Lingard claims that his Manchester United career seemed almost down the drain before Ole Gunnar Solskjaer came in as the manager to rescue him. The Englishman had been on a very poor form that had cost him a place in the England and Manchester United setup. He recently ended a goal drought that stretched almost a year during the 2-1 defeat against Astana. There has been a remarkable improvement in form from the 26-year-old, who has completely credited this revival to the manager. Solskjaer’s arrival has had a positive influence on several players in the United squad and it was a major reason behind the club’s form taking a turn north.

Solskjaer was focused heavily on disciplining him so that Lindegaard did not make mistakes of the past. A lot of criticism has come Lingard’s way – especially on social media. Meanwhile, the winger posted a responsible video on Snapchat when he was on a holiday with friends. This led to an immediate disciplinary action from the manager. Lingard has now revealed thatSolskjaer gave him a final warning about his future at the club.Solskjaer made his name at United by being an incredible professional under Sir Alex Ferguson. Even when he was not playing,Solskjaer remained very professional and he became known as the best super sub ever.
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Steve Nicol believes Manchester United have pretty much signed Mandzukic

Posted on November 18, 2019 by index

ESPN FC pundit Steve Nicolas believes Manchester United have pretty much reached an agreement to sign Mario Mandzukic from Juventus in January. The Croatian striker was strongly linked with a move to the Red Devils during the summer transfer window but the club were put after the Bianconeri placed a £14m price tag on his head.

Mandzukic has since been excluded from the first-team plans of manager Maurizio Sarri at Juventus and reports have emerged that he could be available for a cheaper price of around £9m when the transfer window reopens. Speaking on ESPN FC, former Liverpool star Nicol believes the Red Devils are on course to land the signature of Mandzukic and the veteran should prove a worthwhile signing, considering the club’s struggles upfront this term.
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Wenger dismisses Manchester United’s prospects of winning the league

Posted on October 19, 2019 by index

Former Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger does not believe Manchester United have the credentials to compete for the Premier League title this term. United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has opted to offer opportunities to a number of young players this term but that has not necessarily enhanced the club’s performances at the beginning of the season.

Speaking to BeIN Sports, Wenger said that the current United side have plenty of potential but they have not been able to provide a collective performance, he told: “When you see United, they are one of the examples where there’s a potential. But they have not found a collective way. Maybe these players are not mature enough to carry the play of a team like United, altogether. That’s the question mark now. You feel there is something coming out but it’s not ready. When you watch them play, they are not a candidate to fight for the championship. Will they emulate what Giggs, Scholes and Beckham did over a number of years? I’m not convinced.”
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Jose Mourinho makes prediction over Manchester United’s 2019/2020 season

Posted on October 7, 2019 by index

Former Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has said that the Red Devils don’t stand the chance of competing for the Premier League title despite the fact that they secured a comfortable 4-0 triumph over Chelsea on the opening day. The Red Devils were initially on the back foot during the league opener but they managed to find the net out of where following a penalty conceded by Kurt Zouma.

Thereafter, the game remained lively with the Blues once more keeping up the pressure on the United end but they eventually succumbed to a disappointing loss after conceding three goals on the counter-attack after the hour mark. Speaking after the game, Mourinho said that United will have a good season when compared to the previous where they finished sixth on the standings. Continue reading →

Ibrahimovic believes Manchester United should sell Paul Pogba this summer

Posted on September 26, 2019 by index

Former Manchester United star Zlatan Ibrahimovic has stated that the Red Devils should sanction the sale of midfielder Paul Pogba this summer amid the speculated interest from Real Madrid. The France international has publicly suggested that he would prefer a new challenge away from Old Trafford this summer and Ibrahimovic feels the club should honour his request.

In a report covered by ESPN, Ibrahimovic said that the midfielder seems to hold the ambition of joining Real Madrid and the Red Devils should part ways with his services, considering the speculation could have a detrimental effect on other members of the squad, he said: “I think if he does not want to stay there is no sense to keep him.
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