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United players back Shaw over left-back signing but urge Carrick to find Sesko a strike partner
Manchester United's players are reportedly unconcerned by the lack of left-back cover this summer, placing their trust in Luke Shaw — but the dressing room considers a second striker alongside Benjamin Sesko the squad's most pressing unresolved need.
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United players back Sesko cover over left-back as squad priorities diverge from board
Manchester United's players believe a second striker to partner Benjamin Sesko is a more urgent need than left-back cover, despite the club spending £155m on three midfielders this summer and leaving Luke Shaw without a natural backup.
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O'Reilly injury forces late change as Fernandez starts for Man City against Coventry
Nico O'Reilly was withdrawn from Manchester City's starting line-up before kick-off against Coventry City on Saturday after picking up a knock in the warm-up, with £125m signing Enzo Fernandez promoted into the XI in his place.
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Luke Shaw on trial at Manchester United as club weighs contract renewal decision
Luke Shaw faces an uncertain future at Manchester United, with the club's chief writer revealing the left-back must impress this season to earn a new deal — his current contract carries no option clause, unlike several teammates.
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Louie Bradbury scores debut hat-trick for Stoke City against Man City within 24 hours of leaving United
Seventeen-year-old Louie Bradbury left Manchester United on Friday and made an immediate mark at Stoke City, netting a debut hat-trick against Manchester City in a wild 8-5 Under-18 Premier League defeat on Saturday.
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Ndiaye starts for Man City against Coventry as £35m signing Allan misses out through injury
Iliman Ndiaye goes straight into Manchester City's starting XI for the Premier League clash with Coventry City, but fellow summer signing Allan is absent as he continues his recovery from injury.
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Enzo Fernandez set for Manchester City debut after £125m deadline-day move from Chelsea
Manchester City host Coventry in the Premier League with new signing Enzo Fernandez ready to make his debut following his record-equalling £125m transfer from Chelsea. Frank Lampard's side arrive having lost their opening two fixtures.
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Man United extend talks for Louis Page after Leicester reject deadline-day bid
Manchester United failed to sign Leicester City midfielder Louis Page on transfer deadline day after the two clubs could not agree on payment terms. Talks remain ongoing, with United confident of completing a deal in January.
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Mike Dean walks back referee 'mini-games' claims but insists he always did his job professionally
Former Premier League referee Mike Dean has attempted to clarify his controversial podcast comments, saying he regrets how they came across but maintains he refereed 'properly and professionally' throughout his 25-year career.
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Manchester United and fan groups agree seven principles to resolve ticketing crackdown row
Manchester United have published the minutes from a July 30 fans' forum meeting that produced seven agreed principles aimed at rebuilding trust after the club's controversial summer crackdown on alleged ticket touting led to season-ticket restrictions and suspensions.
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How Guehi's composure after Liverpool transfer collapse convinced Man City to sign him
Marc Guehi smiled through training days after a £35m move to Liverpool collapsed at the eleventh hour in 2025. That professionalism under pressure proved a telling preview of the character Manchester City would pay £20m to secure six months later.
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Richard Hughes departs Liverpool after overseeing £670m transfer spend in two years
Sporting director Richard Hughes has left Liverpool after a two-year tenure in which he appointed two managers and the club spent around £670m on transfers, including a £125m British-record fee for Alexander Isak. Hughes is expected to join Saudi Pro League side Al Hilal.
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Barcola adopted by Liverpool supporters on his debut with the Reds
Coming on in the 64th minute during Liverpool's 2-0 victory at Ipswich, Bradley Barcola heard his personal chant echo through the away section — a recycled melody previously used for Maxi Rodriguez.
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Carragher warns Barcola he faces a fight to start as Gakpo shines in Liverpool's win over Ipswich
Cody Gakpo set up both Alexander Isak goals as Liverpool beat Ipswich 2-0 at Portman Road, prompting Jamie Carragher to caution new signing Bradley Barcola that breaking into the starting XI will not be straightforward.
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Fofana seals £30m Sunderland move after Arteta's fitness doubts blocked Arsenal deal
Malick Fofana joined Sunderland from Lyon in a £30m deal on transfer deadline day after Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta raised concerns about the 21-year-old winger's ability to handle the physical demands of the Premier League.
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Arsenal vs Chelsea: Eight players in doubt for Premier League Emirates showdown
Arsenal could be without up to five first-team players for Sunday's Premier League clash with Chelsea at Emirates Stadium, while Moises Caicedo's fitness is also a concern for Xabi Alonso's visitors.
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Baleba, Ugarte and De Ligt among eight absentees as United travel to Everton
Manchester United face Everton at Hill Dickinson Stadium without at least eight players, including £70m summer signing Carlos Baleba, Manuel Ugarte, Matthijs de Ligt, and Tom Heaton, though Luke Shaw and Mason Mount are expected to return.
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Moyes reveals he has never spoken to Everton owner Friedkin after striker search collapses
David Moyes has admitted he has never had direct contact with Friedkin Group chief Dan Friedkin, as Everton were left with a single senior striker after a chaotic deadline day saw a £40m move for Folarin Balogun fall apart.
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Fernandez and Nunes cleared for Coventry as Doku faces two more weeks out
Manchester City have been handed a double fitness boost ahead of Saturday's home clash with Coventry, with Enzo Fernandez and Matheus Nunes both confirmed fit by Enzo Maresca. Jeremy Doku remains sidelined with a calf injury and is not expected back until mid-September.
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United face five absentees for Everton trip as Baleba and Ugarte remain sidelined
Manchester United travel to Everton on Sunday with a clutch of injury concerns, including summer signing Carlos Baleba's ankle problem and Manuel Ugarte's long-term knee injury. Amad Diallo is also a doubt, while Luke Shaw and Mason Mount are pushing to return.
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