Overview
- Gary Neville said Bruno Fernandes, Casemiro, Harry Maguire and Matthijs de Ligt are an ageing core that should be holding the team together far better, speaking after the 2-2 draw at Nottingham Forest.
- Neville also questioned Benjamin Sesko’s impact, calling the £66m summer signing “the jury is out” and “well off it” compared with fellow recruits Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo.
- Cristiano Ronaldo told Piers Morgan that Ruben Amorim is “doing his best” but cannot deliver “miracles,” adding that United lack a coherent structure and remain off the right path.
- Spanish outlet Sport has reported that Marcus Rashford’s representatives have held talks with Barcelona about a permanent move, with a reported £27m summer option and strong form on loan noted.
- Sky Sport Italia has reported Napoli’s interest in taking Kobbie Mainoo on loan with an option to buy, while separate reports link United with exploring a loan for Real Madrid’s Endrick as Amorim says he expects January exit requests.