REDLYUNITED: March 2016

Thursday 31 March 2016

Confirmed: Manchester United have made enquiry about this star striker

Zlatan Ibrahimovis's agent has confirmed that all the top clubs in England except Manchester City have made enquiries about his client.

Zlatan's contract with PSG expires in the summer, and the player is currently free to negotiate with other clubs.

With a player of Ibrahimovic's quality available for free, a host of clubs will sure be interested.

Though he's 34, the striker still has high commercial value, and is still looks fit and willing to play for more years in a top European team.

Mourinho is believed to be on his way to United, and both men may be keen on working together again, after their successful relationship at Inter Milan.

‘Outside of Manchester City, who will be managed by Pep Guardiola, all the big clubs have knocked on the door." He (Mino Raiola: Ibra's agent) told La Gazzetta dello Sport.

Would you like to see United sign Ibrahimovic?

Picture: Marcos Rojo caught smoking on camera in club

The Manchester United was caught smoking in a club.

The Video provided on YouTube by farandulashow.com showed the Argentine defender smoking with a female friend.

Click here to see the video.

The player joins the long list of smoking footballers.

Sir Alex Ferguson hails sensational Rashford as one of the best in years

The legendary former United manager has hailed the Manchester born youngster as a true representation of the Manchester United's philosophy.

Rashford alongside other United academy products have enjoyed some first team action this season due to injuries to a number of the senior players.

Rashford stood out of all the academy players scoring vital goals in important matches, while combining massive intelligence, strength and calmness to his game.

Fergie who oversaw the development of a high number of the class of '92 which included Paul Scholes, David Beckham, the Neville brothers and current assistant manager Ryan Giggs has nice words for Rashford.

"Rashford is an example of what I think is Manchester United.'' He said in an exclusive interview with Sky Sports.

"They(Man United) are the one club in England who will always identify a Rashford and give a,young kid a chance

"There is no better club in England at giving young kids a chance.

"Rashford is a sensation and one of the best in years." He added.

The young striker has scored five goals in his first eight matches for United.

In Wayne Rooney's continued absence, Rashford is expected to continue as United's main striker and more goals would be expected of him.

United star begs Van Gaal for more playing time ahead of European Championship

United defender Paddy McNair has appealed to Van Gaal for more playing time, and a possible change of position from defence to the holding midfield role.

The Northern Irish man has struggled for a place in Van Gaal's team this season with only nine (9) appearances so far.

He played for his national team as a holding midfielder in their 1-1 draw with Wales and the 1-0 win over Slovenia.

And his national team manager Michael O'Neill has said the 20 year old is more of a midfielder than a defender.

The player himself has echoed that thought whilst appealing to Van Gaal for more playing time.

"I am learning about the holding midfield position and really enjoy playing it for Northern Ireland"

"A lot of people said when I was growing up that I would end up in midfield and to have played there a few times at international level is great.'' He told the Telegraph.

"If I had the chance to play the holding midfield role at United that would be fantastic.

"If I'm told though to play centre-back, right-back or wherever, I'll be happy enough because I want to play games.

"I've had a lot of injuries this season which haven't helped so my aim is to keep working hard at the club and get as many matches as I can until the end of the season.

"We have Everton on Sunday and if I'm involved that would be great. I really want to keep my fitness up for the Euros and go into that tournament feeling confident."

Fenerbahce lining up bid for Manchester United midfield ace

The Turkish giant are reportedly weighing a summer move for Manchester United midfielder Bastian Schweinsteiger.

The German captain joined United from Bayern last season and has struggled with injury for a good part of the season.

He has struggled to replicate the top form that made him one of the best box to box midfielders in the world, but has been wonderful in a good number of games he's played for United this season.

Schweinsteiger sustained his most recent injury while on international duty, and is a major doubt for the European Championship.

According to Turkish outlet AMK, Fernabache would try to sign the player just as they signed the duo of Robin Van Persie and Nani.

Fenerbahce have also been recently liked with Juan Mata.

Schweinsteiger's future at United will largely depend on who becomes United manager next season.

Mourinho tells star forward to join him at United

The Portuguese is the favorite to become United's next manager.

Unconfirmed reports of a deal between the former Chelsea boss and United have surfaced but both camps are keeping mute over the situation.

According to reports in Spain, Mourinho has told Real Madrid star James Rodriguez to join him at Old Trafford.

The Colombian has been a long term target for United, and rejected the club to move to Madrid after his World Cup exploits in 2014.

The attacking midfielder is however currently unhappy with life at the Spanish club and is ready for a move.

Real will be wiling to let the player leave at the right price, as fans are already criticising the player for his recent performances.

Spanish media outfit Don Balon leads the report that Mourinho wants the player to join him at United.

José Mourinho and James Rodríguez share the same agent in Jorge Mendes, which could make the move a lot easier.

Club names price for Manchester United star target

Borussia Dortmund director Joachim Watzke has named the club's asking price for Aubameyang.

The striker is a target for a number of top European teams including Manchester United.

The Gabonese reigning African footballer of the year has scored 22 goals in 25 Bundesliga match for Dortmund, and has scored an impressive 32 goals this season.

The Dortmund director in an interview via AS said:

"If at any time an offer of €100m or €120 million for Aubameyang comes to us, then we will discuss."

The player has already stated his affinity for Real Madrid but it remains to be seen if the capital club will match Dortmund's asking price.

Four reasons Lukaku would be a perfect signing for United

Manchester United will experience some major shake up, when a new manager arrives in the summer. From all indications, Van Gaal and United will part ways at the end of the season.

José Mourinho is the favorite for the United job.

With José at the helm of affairs at United, Lukaku remain a viable target for United.

Both men worked together at Chelsea, and a reunion at Old Trafford is possible.

Redlyunited looks at four reasons Lukaku would be a perfect signing for United.

1. His age:

Manchester United have been linked with a lot of strikers in the summer. Chief among them are Zlatan Ibrahimovic (34), Edison Cavani (29), Gonzalo Higiuan (28) and a few others.

At 22, Lukaku represents the future.

He has already proven himself as a good goal scorer and all round forward. Young, strong, agile and efficient. He would be a handful addition to any team.

2. He understands the league

Quite a lot of the strikers current linked to United are players that would need time to settle into the country (England), and the league.

Haven already played at Chelsea and currently Everton's highest goal scorer this season and the last, the Belgian understands the league and the country. He'll need less time to adapt to life at Old Trafford.

3. Powerful youthful combination with Martial, Rashford, Lingard.

His arrival at United will make United's attack younger, but with an undoubtable bright prospect.

His combination with either Martial or Rashford looks good on paper.

Their trio can also always interchange positions.

This would likely spark memories of the deadly partnership between C. Ronaldo, Rooney, Tevez and Nani.

4. Rooney's aging, perfect replacement

Imagine replacing a former Everton man with a new Everton player. Coincidence: Maybe.

Wayne Rooney's form over the last two seasons have shown that the Englishman is approaching the twilight of his career.

At thirty, Rooney can't be depended on solely as United's top striker. And getting Lukaku to replace him would almost be perfect.

Exclusive: Wayne Rooney ready to do THIS to hasten his comeback

The Manchester United and England captain's starting place is under threat at both national and club level.

The emergence of Rashford at Old Trafford has raised questions as to if the United captain Will walk back into the starting eleven displacing the very effective youngster.

At the national level, the form of strikers like Harry Kane and Jamie Vardy has also begged the question: Is Wayne guaranteed a starting place in the current Three Lions set up based on current form?

The skipper is currently out injured, but has said he would return to training in about a weeks time. With the European Championship fast approaching, the striker needs to get back to full fitness fast to be favorably considered for a starting place in the England setup.

According to the Daily Star, the United skipper is willing and has spoken to manager Van Gaal about playing with the U-21 team to boost his first team chances in the national setup.

Rooney has been out of action for for the last six weeks, and is due to return to playing again by middle April. And with Roy Hodgson expected to name his Euro squad May 12, Rooney faces battle against time to be in top gear for the Championship.

With the United U-21 team having matches against Chelsea, Middlesbrough and Tottenham in April, Rooney appearing in about two of those matches will hasten his return to full fitness.

Anthony Martial opens up on his most preferred position

The Manchester United forward has admitted that he is willing to play wherever Van Gaal plays him but he prefers to play upfront.

Van Gaal has used the Frenchman more frequently on the wings, and the up rise of another academy product in Marcus Rashford means Martial has to play more from the left to accommodate the youngster in the team.

“I prefer to play up front. But if the coach puts me on the wing then that means it is better for the team and for me that is the most important thing." He said via the independent.

However stats have shown otherwise, as much of his goals for United have come when he plays on the wings. The youngster has said he is working hard while he seems to have noticed that he scores more from the wings.

"I am working very hard every day in training, and it is true that sometimes when I play as the number nine, I have not scored but it is like that.

"With time, I will progress even more and I will be more mature to score even more goals."

Is Martial a good winger or a better striker?

Liverpool and Manchester United charged by UEFA for Europa fracas

Both teams have been charged separately for offences during the second leg of the Europa League meeting between the two rivals at Old Trafford.

Away team Liverpool were charged for
1. Illicit chants
2. Setting up fireworks
3. Throwing objects
4. Crowd disturbance and
5. Late kick off in the second half.

Home team Manchester United were charged for
1. Blocking stairways
2. Crowd disturbance and
3. Throwing of objects

Both teams are to submit their response to the charges to UEFA.

UEFA's control, ethics and disciplinary body will make a final decision on May 19, a day after the Europa League finals.

Valencia close to agreeing deal for Manchester United major target

The Spanish club are reportedly interested in bringing José Mourinho to the Mestalla.

Former United defender Gary Neville has been sacked 28 games into his new job, and according to the Sun, José Mourinho is now top of the wish list of the club.

Mourinho is the favorite to become United's next manager, but nothing has been confirmed.

There have been rumours of meetings between Mourinho and the United camp, but non of the parties have released an official statement.

United's greatest hint about Van Gaal's future was his absence from the team's pre season tour schedule program. This surely puts a question mark over his United future.

Mourinho is a known admirer of the United managerial position, but it is believed that serious discussions are currently ongoing between Valencia and Mourinho's agent.

With United yet to make their offer official, José will sure consider Valencia's offer.

Jorge Mendes: Mourinho's agent is one of Peter Lim (Valencia owners) close adviser.

Manchester United star gets praise for his honesty

Wayne Rooney has praised Dutch defender Daley Blind for his honesty and for his excellent match reading skills.
Blind captained the Dutch national team in their 2-1 win over England.

Rooney was an ITV pundit for the game said:

“He’s a very good reader of the game.

“He will be the first to tell you he’s not the quickest, but his reading of the game makes up for that.

“He’s excellent with the ball.”

Blind had been previously reported injured before the game, but he was passed fit for the game.

Luke Shaw to return to training in days

The Manchester United left back is billed to return to training within the next seven to ten days.

The player has been out since September when he was injured in the Champions League clash with PSV. He is is however getting close to training.

Manchester United manager Van Gaal gave Shaw the hope of playing for United this season if United makes the finals of the UEFA Cup, but United have been knocked out of the competition.

The Telegraph has reported that the player should be back training with the team in a week or a little more.

Luke Shaw himself has just returned from Dubai, and gave an impressive information of he getting back to work in high spirit.

He tweeted:

Nice time in Dubai , back to work now. Can't wait
🙏🏼😀
2:48 AM - 29 Mar 2016

@ LukeShaw23

It still remains to be seen if Shaw can be back in time to feature for Manchester United this season.

Manchester United willing to let star defender leave in summer

Manchester United may be preparing to listen to offers for Argentine defender Marcus Rojo. According to the Mirror.

The defender has struggled with injury for a large part of this season and recently voiced out his plans to return to his native Argentina once his contract with United expires in 2019.

According to the report, letting the defender leave is part of the summer restructuring that is been planned at Old Trafford.

Rojo's future will largely depend on who becomes United's manager next season.

Carlos Tevez reveals why he left Manchester United

The Argentine is one of the few players that left United directly for city rivals: Manchester City.

While at United, Tevez enjoyed the best of everything. He joined at one of the most successful stages of the club, and players with the likes of C.Ronaldo, Wayne Rooney, Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes to mention a few.

He was a key member of the 2008 Champions League winning team, and also won the League title with United.

However contrary to the widely spread report that he was offered a contract at United, the Argentine said Sir Alex Ferguson never spoke to him after the 2008 Champions League triumph and he had to make a decision about his future. Tevez had previously joined d United on a two year loan from West Ham, but said United didn't offer him a new permanent deal.

"Nothing happened with Ferguson, it,was a normal relationship. I went on loan to Manchester United for two seasons, and in the, last year, Ferguson tells me they will pay the fee to keep me.'' He told Marca via Sportwitness.

“We reached the Champions League final in Rome, and I had no contract on the table. Then I went to City and they complained, but I had no offer to sign for United, and I was free to leave."

Wayne Rooney gives update on his injury

That Manchester United striker has opened up on his injury status. The skipper has been missing action for the last six weeks, but hopes to be back soon.

The player hopes to return to training with the next seven to ten days. He said:

"Hopefully, I think if everything goes to plan, I am back outside running now, then I will hope to be back in full training within the next week or 10 days so I am not too far away." He said while he was a pundit for the Three Lions friendly with the Dutch team. Via manutd.com

If everything goes as planed, the skipper could be back in the squad in three weeks or thereabout.

Manchester United star wins club award

Manchester United goalkeeper David De Gea has won the club's player of the month award for the month of March.

De Gea pulled 72% of the total votes casted to win the award. Anthony Martial and Chris Smalling came second and third respectively.

This is the first time the goalkeeper will be winning the award.

Congrats Dave...

Checkout the top five Manchester United most used players this season

Manchester United have played a total of 48 games this season, (stats correct as at 29-03-2016) and here is a breakdown of the games played so far

30 Premier League matches
8 UEFA Champions League matches
4 UEFA Europa League matches
4 FA Cup matches
2 League Cup matches.

While some players have played just a few games for United this season due to injury, presence of other senior players in their position and consistency, some players have featured in almost every game for United.

Redlyunited brings you a list of the five most capped United players this season so far.

5. David De Gea:

Played 38 of the 48 games so far

The Manchester United shot stopper has been in magnificent form for United so far. He didn't started the season as United's number one, due to his transfer Saga with Real Madrid. Hence he missed a lot of games at the start of the season.
The saga is long over, and he has signed a new contract with United.
He returned to the team, and has been United's best savior this season on countless occasions.

The hastag #davesaves is almost sure to trend on twitter anytime United play.

He has kept 11clean sheets in 26 Premier League matches this season. He hasn't collected any card in the League this season.

Imagine where United would be on the Premier League table without De Gea.

4. Anthony Martial :

Played 39 of 48 games so far.

When the then relatively unknown teenage forward joined United for a transfer record fee of £36 million,
potentially rising to £58 million, the highest paid for any teenager, a lot felt Van Gaal took that decision in a rush.

He however silent all critics when he came on as a substitute on his debut against Liverpool and scored a beautiful goal.

He followed that up by scoring two goals on his full debut eight days latter against Southampton. Martial ended up scoring four goals in his first four matches, and needed no more introduction to defenders in the League.

At the time of signing him, pundits and fans won't believe he would have played so much games for United in his first season.

He has since scored 12 goals for United in his 39 games with three assists to his credit.

Martial has only been yellow carded once in the league for United this season.

3. Chris Smalling

Played 42 of 48 games so far

In other words, Smalling has missed only six United games this season, playing 27 of the total 30 league matches for United so far.

At the start of the season, lot of fans felt United would have a lot of problems in defence. Van Gaal signed a number of midfielders but no defender.

A lot of such doubters have been proved wrong with the performance of players like Smalling. He has been a rock in the United defence all through the season. He's been luck with injuries too.

And his partnership with Daley Blind have blossomed. He has always shown the potentials even when playing alongside Rio Ferdinand and Vidic. The question was will he ever get to his personal climax?

Yes. This season, the Englishman has gotten to that expected level.
He can walk into the England camp, with the confidence of starting games for the Three Lions.

According to Squawka, he has won 51% of his duels this season and has an average pass accuracy of 82%.

2. Juan Mata

Played 43 of 48 games so far

Do you know Juan Mata has featured in all (30) Manchester United's League matches this season. Yes, he has.

The Spanish playmaker started in 27 of the 30, and was a substitute in the remaining 3.

He has been a constant figure for United this season, though he has struggled for consistency at times. He has been one of the major beneficiary of Wayne Rooney's injury, and has gradually made the number 10 spot his.

He has scored five league goals and has four league assist.

According to squawka, Mata has created 41 chances and has an average pass accuracy of 89%.

Mata collected the first red card of his professional career this season.

1. Daley Blind

Played 44 of 48 games so far

The Dutchman alongside Chris Smalling have been the brain and leg behind United's enviable defensive record.

The defender has missed only four games for United so far this season.
At the start of the season a lot of fans questioned Van Gaal continued use of his countrymen as a defender, but with time, Blind has shown how brilliant a defender he can be.

He still shuttles between the centre and left back depending on injuries and players available, but he has shown this season that he is a highly dependable defender. He has been lucky with injuries and has made few mistakes in defence.

His ability to hold on to the ball, cleverly bring the ball out of the defence, play long passes and shots have distinguished him out of the United defenders. He also takes the corners for United, which is a plus to him as a defender.

According to Squawka, Blind has a 100% shot accuracy in the League this season.

Anthony Martial responds to PSG transfer speculation

The Manchester United striker has been linked with a move out of Old Trafford in the last few days.
At first it was Juventus, that were reportedly interested in the player, now PSG are the latest club to be linked with the Frenchman.

The striker has however dispel any rumour of he wanting to leave United, rather the player wants to help United get back to the top while personally improving himself.

Asked if he would be leaving for PSG, he replied:

"They (Manchester United) are not at the top of the top, but I hope next year they will be.

The player want to become a more prolific goal scorer

"I think I could have done better, there were some chances that I missed but I think next year it will be much better."

This will give some hope and joy to United fans that players like Martial believes in the bright future if the team.

The player was a surprise signing from Monaco, but he has shown that he has what it takes to adapt to the Premier League.

Former Spanish keeper claims De Gea should be starting ahead of Casillas for Spain

Former Spanish shot stopper Santiago Canizares has opened up that United goalkeeper David De Gea should be starting for the Spanish national team, while Iker Casillas should not even be be on the bench for the national team.

De Gea's portfolio has been on a rise over the last few seasons, with a lot of breathtaking and consistent performances.

He's one of United's most consistent performers this season,and started in Spain's 1-1 friendly with Italy. He was spectacular in the game, and made a lot of wonderful saves.

Casillas on the other hand left Madrid for FC Porto two seasons ago, has been on a slight decline. Understandably so: He is aging. He started Spain's most recent friendly against Romania that ended goalless.

Speaking after the game, Canizares told Spanish media outfit El Larguero

“De Gea should have been named as starter a long time ago.

"He has been performing much better than Casillas. I would not pick him (Casillas) as a sub, but there is no doubt that De Gea should have the title role."

The start against Romania made Casillas join Vitalijs Astafjevs of Latvia as Europe's most-capped player as he won his 166th cap for Spain.

Injured Manchester United star back in training: could feature against Everton

Manchester United Defender Daley Blind is back in training with his national team ahead of their friendly with England.

The Dutchman had some days ago picked up a light injury in training, and fans were curious to know the extent of the injury.

The player seems to be okay and is back in training.

He tweeted this some hours ago:

Just finished the training at Wembley, Looking forward to tomorrow's game
🔶🦁 #Oranje
pic.twitter.com /228awIsnWh

This means the player is likely in frame to face the England national team, which is good news for United.

United had previously lost Bastian Schweinsteiger to injury while on national team duty, and to lose another player like Blind would be a big blow. With Blind back in training, he would most likely be in contention to start against Everton over the weekend.

Lukaku open to Mourinho partnership again: Can they meet at United?

The Everton striker has opened up that he can still work with former boss José Mourinho again.

The duo worked together at Chelsea, with the Portuguese sanctioning the move of the Belgian to Everton after limited first team appearances.

There were media speculation that the duo were not in good terms, but the striker has since dispelled such rumour, and went further to thank Mourinho for giving him an opportunity at Chelsea.

The player has recently stated his desire to move to a champions League playing club, while Mourinho is the favorite to become United's next manager.

United are still in the race for a place in next season's Champions League, and with a striker of his quality on the move, United will always be a possible designation.

Currently with the Belgian team for their friendlies, he was asked if he can work again with Mourinho, he responded:

"Of course.

"Some people will say that I need to convince him but it's not a question of that. Three years ago I was 20 and I wasn't ready to be immediately effective in a top team." He added.

"Several good seasons, including the current one, have changed the situation. I'll be 23 (later this year) and I could leave this summer."

He has scored 18 league goals in 29 matches for the Toffees, and 25 in 37 games in total this season. He is a prolific scorer, and moving to a team like United would boost the team.

Would you like to see Lukakau at United?

United youngster thanks United teammates for helping him integrate

Fosu-Mensah is appreciative for how players like Michael Carrick and Daley Blind have helped him in getting comfortable with his recently first team duties.

The versatile defender made his debut in the 3-2 win over Arsenal in February and was handed his first start against Watford on March 2.

The player has revealed that he felt more pressure in the bench than when he played. In an exclusive interview with manutd.com, he said:

"I was overwhelmed, very overwhelmed when I came on.

"When I was sat on the bench, I was more nervous than when I had to play football itself for the first time.

"Thankfully, the players around me helped me very much. Michael Carrick, Daley Blind and Guillermo Varela really helped me to play well and do what I had to do.

"After the game, Carrick came up to me plus Memphis and Blind.

"The manager also came to
me and congratulated me. Ryan Giggs as well. Everyone told me I’d done well and it was very pleasing for me."

United will be hoping the youngster matures and get better as he has shown he has great potentials.

Mourinho wants attacking trio to join him at United

José Mourinho has reportedly ordered United to sign any these three players: Alvaro Morata, Gonzalo Higuain or James Rodriguez.

The former Chelsea manager is the favorite to take over from Van Gaal in the summer, and it is believed that there are closed door conversations between both parties. Van Gaal was not included in United's summer preseason program which added fire to his departure rumour.

Spanish outfit Don Balon claims the Portuguese wants any of the former and current Madrid stars at United.

Midfielder Rodriguez is believed to be looking for a way out of the capital club, and a move to Mourinho's United would be tempting.

Spanish striker Morata has opened up that he may be willing to move to England in the future, while Higuian may be open to the idea of working with his former manager again. The Argentine and Mourinho worked together at Madrid.

Which of these three would you want to see at United next season?

United star wants to leave Old Trafford

Manchester United defender Marcos Rojo has expressed his desire to leave United once his contract with the club expires.

The Argentine joined United from Sporting Lisbon in 2014, but has struggled with injuries and consistency.

He has revealed that he would be returning to his native country Argentina and former club.

"I miss the club, my family and my friends.

"I want to return to Estudiantes once I finish my contract in England." He told TyCSports: An Argentine TV station.

Roy Hodgson backs Wayne Rooney for Euro

The England manager has assured his captain that he is in England's plan for the Championship. Rooney is facing immense criticism after the England team defeated World Champions Germany in his absence.

The likes of Jamie Vardy, Harry Kane are putting a question mark on Wayne Rooney's need to start for the Three Lions.

A lot of English fans think the United captain should not be a starter for England at the competition. (See that here), but Roy Hodgson is not buying such ideas.

"I have to repeat Wayne is our captain and he has captained the team extremely well in the past two years. He said via the BBC

"He took us through a qualifying campaign where we had a complete success with 10 wins out out 10. It doesn't please me too much that it is suggested now that the moment he is injured and doesn't play he gets jettisoned in some way. He doesn't deserve that."

The England manager believes that the presence of abundant players for the team will breed healthy competition and motivation. He believes the likes of Vardy and Kane's will spur Rooney to his best, while when Rooney is back, he also will force the new players to do well.

"When he comes back and is fit again he is going to be putting enormous pressure on these players, just like these players will be putting enormous pressure on him - and that is the situation we are looking forward to." He added.

Manchester United to rename South Stand of Old Trafford after club legend

The South Stand of Old Trafford will be renamed after club legend Sir Bobby Charlton. The Unveiling of the new name will be on April 2, when United host Everton.

According to manutd.com:

"Sir Bobby joined United as an apprentice in 1953,and made his debut in October 1956. He went,on to make 758 appearances for the club, scoring a record 249 goals.

The South Stand contains both the Directors’ Box and the old player's’ changing rooms.

Here's a tweet from the club's official Twitter handle reminding fans of the renaming:

This time next week, Old Trafford's South Stand will have been renamed in honour of #mufc legend Sir Bobby Charlton!
pic.twitter.com /eDPEnRX0XI
8:32 AM - 27 Mar 2016
@ ManUtd

Rashford start for England U-20 team against Canada : Full team news

The young United striker would lead the lines for the England U20 side when as they take on Canada in a friendly match.

Rashford has been one of the major breakthrough of this Premier League season, with some pundits believing that the player have the capacity to play for the senior side.

He has though been left out by Roy Hodgson and been called into the U20 team.

Two other United academy players in Ashley Fletcher and Josh Doughty are also in the squad but not in among the starting eleven.

Here's the full England starting eleven:

Gunn; Aina, Holgate, Cooper, Toffolo; Williams, Winks (c); Walker, Barker, Greenwood; Rashford.

Another United star injured on national duty: Though not serious

Dutch defender Daley Blind has suffered a light injury in training with his national team. This according to @ football_oranje a Twitter handle committed to Dutch football.

This would come as a scare to United as the Dutchman has formed a solid partnership with Chris Smalling as part of the United back four.

The injury has been confirmed as not being serious and Van Gaal will face an anxious wait to see if his countryman will be fit enough to face Everton.

United have just mounted a last minute fight for the top four and losing a player like Blind would be a huge blow.

Everton interested in United midfield star

Everton are interested in signing United veteran midfielder Michael Carrick free in the summer.

The 34 year old is out of contract in June, and is currently free to negotiate with potential suitors.

United are yet to speak up or offer the player a new contract and the Merseyside club are ready to capitalise on his current contract situation.

According to the Mirror, the Toffees are confident of getting the player.

Carrick has been optimistic of a deal and is not panicking over the whole matter.

The midfielder has been a good Manchester United ambassador, and currently one of the most experienced and oldest player in the team. United will do well by offering him a contract extension.

Carrick's future will most likely depends on who becomes United's manager next season.

Memphis Depay to lead summer exodus out of United

United will most likely experience a lot of change in the summer. With the future of Van Gaal not guaranteed, United's new manager may have an overhauling job to do.

United this season have housed a lot of unused average players that may have to make way for few new effective players if United will find their way back to the summit of English football.

According to the Sun, Dutch star Depay faces been thrown out of United. The £25m new signing from PSV has not only struggled to replicate the form he showed in his last season in Holland, he has been flat, and performed way below the United standard.

Defenders Phil Jones and Marcos Rojo are also reported to be on the clear out list. Jones has spend a good portion of the season on the treatment table, and played his last game for United this year in January.

Goalkeeper Sergio Romero may also be on his way out of Old Trafford, after Argentine club River Plate confirmed their Interest.

A surprising name been mentioned is Morgan Schneiderlin.

The Frenchman has been arguably United's most effective midfielder this season, and it will be a surprise to see him leave after one season.

With the duo of Michael Carrick and Bastian Schweinsteiger in their thirties and constant injuries to the German, letting Schneiderlin leave will be a huge mistake.

United's reshaping process will depend on who becomes United's manager next season.

Time up Rooney? England fans react to his absence against Germany

England produced one of their best performance in a while against Germany on Saturday, coming from two goals down to defeat the World Champs 3-2 in Berlin.

England and Manchester United captain missed the game due to injury, however in his absence, the Three Lions were effective on the night.

Rooney has not been spectacular for United this season, scoring seven league goals so far.

Here are the views of English fans on Twitter reacting to his absence.

Would be very dispiriting after adventure and fearlessness of that if we see likes of Milner/Rooney start the first game of the Euros.
@ AdamCrafton_

Roy Hodgson & Louis Van Gaal could both do with dropping Rooney & stop picking him based on past achievements. He's on a rapid decline.
@ DrawtyDevil

Good night for #England.
Bad night for Rooney, Sterling and Wilshire.
Enjoyable, encouraging stuff. Even when 2-0 down.
#GERvENG 2-3
@ DesKellyBTS

The days of Wayne Rooney being a guaranteed #England starter are over | @MiguelCominguez
ble.ac /1pDkJKZ pic.twitter.com /43MnPLbRso
@ br_ukuk

@br_uk @MiguelCominguez
Rooney shouldn't be anywhere near the squad let alone the team. Stones in for Smalling, Hart back, otherwise as per
@ annochiecottage

@SkyFootball
if your going on form, kane vardy and rashford! We always take the big names and get nowhere! Let the youngsters have a go Roy!
@ darrensales

Rooney is a pundit for ITV for Wednesday's game against Holland. Getting some practice in for the
summer.
@ HylandIan

@HylandIan lol cant see it, Roy loves Rooney so he will start every game which, based on form shouldn't happen
@ bringbackLB

@HylandIan @NicBhriain is it wrong if me to hope he's not going to the euros
@ steviewych

@SkyFootball what role? Joe Hart or Wilshere as Captain and Wayne Rooney on the bench in his garden.
@ PatrickDCullen

@SkyFootball Rooney has no role he's done" younger better players now'
@ PackmanScouse

@SkyFootball Rooney officially has no role. I love the man but he would've slowed way too much
down tonight. He'll be in China soon
@ jameswoods1992

Rooney can stay in bed tho still
@ JamzLdn

England brilliant win over Germany inspired by Kane and Vardy proves Hodgson must ditch Rooney for Euros #eng #FA
2:52 PM - 26 Mar 2016
@ Shep_62

To be completely honest I sort of want Rooney's injury to stop him from going to the Euros but I also want United to be able to sell him...
2:58 PM - 26 Mar 2016
@ TheMUnitedGirl

If England play in this formation in the summer, there's no case for Rooney's inclusion on current form. It would actually harm the team.
2:15 PM - 26 Mar 2016
@ SebSB

The way Rooney often slows down play for Manchester United in their rare pacy moments?
That's why we don't need him for England at the mo.
2:28 PM - 26 Mar 2016
@ georgiebingham

Very impressed with England tonight, and to think Sturridge hasn't even got a look in. I'm afraid Rooney will hold England back in July.
2:31 PM - 26 Mar 2016
@ Ander_mufc

Please don't bring Rooney back Roy. Pace,verve, urgency - this is what we wanted to see...
2:35 PM - 26 Mar 2016
@ MsiDouglas

Juventus weighing up a surprising move for Manchester United star striker

The Italian Champions are lining up a move for Anthony Martial according to reports from Italy.

The Old Ladies fear that striker Alvaro Morata would be returning to Spain to join his old club Real Madrid, and are hence looking for a replacement.

PSG striker Edinson Cavani has been previously linked with the club, but Juventus thinks a move for Anthony Martial is one that will be more beneficial on the long run according to Tuttomercatoweb.

At 20 Martial provides more value for money with time compared to Cavani, and the Old Ladies prefer Martial.

The possibility of United selling an new and highly effective player like Martial is very low.

Rio Ferdinand reacts to England 3-2 win over Germany

England produced a superb comeback to stun the Germans at home. Despite going 2-0 down as the 57th minute, The Three Lions scored three goals within thirty (30) minutes to steal the day.

Rio Ferdinand had nice words for an impressive Tottenham trio of Harry Kane, Ali and Dier.

The former Manchester United defender tweeted after the game:

Dier... Ali... Kane.. Promising core for the future! Impressive display by #England this evening 👏
🏾
26 Mar 2016
@ rioferdy5

Chris Smalling was the only United player on the pitch, as the duo of Rooney and Schweinsteiger were missing due to injuries.

Meet the Manchester United duo that made Paul Merson's England team for Euro 2016

With the European Championship months away, managers of qualified European countries face a dilemma of who and who should make the squad.

Sky Sports pundict Paul Merson was asked to select his first eleven for England's first game against Russia in the Championship. Only two United players made his first eleven.

They were Chris Smalling and Wayne Rooney.

Here's what Paul had to say on Smalling:

For me, Chris Smalling is a no-
brainer. He is one of the first names on the team sheet now. He gets better every time he plays - and has improved every week for the last couple of years.

In Paul's team Everton's John Stones partner Smalling in centre defence.

Here's what Paul said about Rooney:

Roy Hodgson will definitely start him and for me he's still the first name on the team sheet.

He's played more than 100 games for his country, he's our all-time leading goalscorer and he's still an exceptional footballer.

Fast forward to the Euros and imagine if Wayne Rooney wasn't in the line-up. That would be a huge shock and Russia would be absolutely delighted."

Rooney for Paul starts on the left side of the England's attack, while Kane leads the line.

Do you think these two United players would be starters for England at Euro 2016?

Wayne Rooney reacts to England impressive 3-2 comeback win over Germany

England produced a never say die performance in Berlin against the Germans. Having gone 2-0 as the the 57th minute, the Three Lions scored three goals via Kane, substitute Jamie Vardy and highly impressive Spurs Dier.

Captain Wayne Rooney was missing due to injury, but he had nice encouraging words for the lads after the win.

He tweeted after the game:

What a result well done boys. Great spirit and to come back from 2 down in Germany 👍👍 buzzing

26 Mar 2016
@ WayneRooney.

With that win, England have now won on each of their last three visit to Germany.

Manchester United youngster ruled out for the rest of the season

Manchester United U-21 midfielder Sean Goss will miss the rest of the season Reserves coach Warren
Joyce has confirmed.

"Obviously, Gossy has been out a while now and at a time when he was flying really as well.

"Injuries happen and it’s held his development up really but he’s got to come back and start to pick up the reins from where he was and kick on because he was looking an accomplished player." He told Man United's official website.

"The injury is disappointing as he was on the first-team tour and it's really frustrating for him but sometimes really bad things happen in your career and make you mentally tougher. He’s got to come through and come out the other way- that’s the aim for him."

The player has been a key part of the U-21 title challenge.

Picture: Manchester United Portuguese target follows United on Instagram

Benfica youngster Renato Sanches has just started following Manchester United's official Instagram page.

The 18 year old has been a United target ever since his breakthrough into the Benfica's first team.

United have reportedly offer a fee in the region of £30m for the player, but nothing is official nor confirmed yet.

His act of following the United on Instagram will sure raise some hopes among United fans that a deal could be in the pipeline.

One United player starts In Germany Vs England friendly: Full team news

Chris Smalling is the only Manchester United player on parade tonight as the two powerhouses meet at the Olympiastadion in Germany.

United captain Wayne Rooney is out, while German captain Bastian Schweinsteiger sustained a reoccurrence of his knee injury some days ago and has been sent back to England.

Here's the full starting eleven for both teams:

Germany XI to face England: Neuer, Can, Rudiger, Hummels, Hector, Kroos, Khedira, Muller, Ozil, Reus, Gomez.

England XI to face Germany: Butland, Clyne, Smalling, Cahill, Rose, Henderson, Dier, Alli, Lallana, Welbeck, Kane.

Confirmed: Manchester United target wants Champions League football next season

Everton striker Romelu Lukaku has said he wants to step up to compete with the best in European club football.

The former Chelsea player has been in superb for for Everton, scoring 25 goals already this season.

The player has been a target for top European teams, and former club Chelsea are the latest to be linked to the Belgian star.

The player himself has come out to say his next move would be to a club playing in the Champions League.

"That is the next step for me. I'm 23 next summer and I think it would be nice to play in the Champions League from next season." He told Sky Sports.

Lukaku's father had earlier said he would want to see his son play for United or Bayern Munich. The player has said those are his fathers wishes.

"That is my dad's point of view; I think those are the teams he likes.

"It means people are keeping an eye on you.

"I have an agent who is dealing with this for me at the moment. I just want to be good, help my team-mates win games and score lots of goals."

Lukaku's demands for a Champions League playing club next season means United must qualify for the competition before they can stand a good chance of signing the player.

United are currently sixth on the table, one points behind fourth place Manchester City, and still in the top four race.

With Mourinho reportedly close to being United's next manager, Lukaku remains a possible target for United.

Mourinho tells United not to sell this star pending his arrival

The Portuguese tactician is the favorite to take over from Van Gaal.

Reports of the former Chelsea manager agreeing a £60m deal is in the air. (Check it out)

According to various online sources including Daily Star, Mourinho has told the United hierarchy not to sell goalkeeper David De Gea.

The Spaniard has been United's stand out performer this season, and the Portuguese wants to retain him in the squad.

Real Madrid are the fore runners in the race to sign the Spainard, but José taking over at United will prevent that from happening

Romelu Lukaku's father favours United move for his son

The Everton striker has been in lethal form for the Toffees this season.

Lukaku's father thinks his son is ready for a step up to a top European side.

"He's ready.

"I see that there is interest from Atletico Madrid, Bayern Munich, Juventus, Chelsea and Manchester United. He told Het Laatste Nieuws via Goal.

His father however gave a condition for his son moving to Bayern and currently favours United.

“I think he must choose Manchester United or Bayern Munich.
Manchester United is a team under construction with no real focus.

“Bayern Munich is a machine where he can rotate well. The only condition is if Robert Lewandowski leaves.”

Former England manager claims Roy Hodgson could have taken the risk of giving Rashford his senior debut

Former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson thinks Roy Hodgson could have taken the risk of calling United youngster Rashford into the senior squad for England's upcoming friendlies.

The United striker has been a revelation this season and has been called up to the U-20 squad.

Erikson who took Walcott to the 2006 World Cup thinks this coming friendlies provided a good chance for the England manager to access the youngster if he is capable of making the Euro squad.

Speaking in an exclusive interview with Talksport, Eriksson said:

"If Roy wants to take a risk with Rashford, he should play him in the friendlies and take a look at him.

"If he’s ready, if he’s good enough, then of course [he should make the squad to the European Championship].

"I took a risk when I took Walcott because he didn’t play any friendly games for us, so that was a risk.

"So it’s better to let him play some friendlies to see if he’s ready or not.”

England will play Germany on Saturday.

Northern Ireland manager opens up on McNair best position

A lot of Manchester United fans see Paddy McNair as a central defender or right back. That's where the 20 year old has played for United ever since.

However his national team boss Michael O’Neill believes that his best position is in the midfield and that all that he needs is more playing time.

Michael O’Neill experimented it in Northern Ireland 1-1 draw with Wales. McNair played a little high up the pitch as a defensive midfielder, and did very well on the night.

Speaking after the game, the Northern Ireland boss said:

“He’s just 20, not played a lot of first-team football with Manchester United and typically when he plays for United he plays at centre back or sometimes as a full back but I think that’s his best position, where we played him." He said via Daily Mail.

“He was a physical presence but he showed his quality on the ball. He just needs to get used to playing at this level. I enjoyed him in there in that midfield with Davis and Norwood.”

The 20 year old has had limited playing time at Old Trafford this season, where he's only played nine games starting only four of those.

José Mourinho's Man United deal revealed: To become highest paid manager ever

The Portuguese is the favorite to take over from Van Gaal in the summer.

And the fact that United left Van Gaal out of their summer tour video added intensity to the believe that the Dutchman and Unites will part ways in the summer.

According to the Sun, Mourinho will earn a staggering £60m as United manager for a period of three years. That is £20m per season which is way more than Pep Guardiola's £15m per season at City.

The new deal will make the Portuguese the highest paid United manager ever and the highest paid manager in football.

The deal is almost double what Van Gaal currently earns and includes bonuses for Cup won, and Premier League titles.

Holland Vs France : Blind start for as Depay and Martial benched

In one of the most memorable friendlies holding this week, the dutch national team would be hosting France.

Three United players should be on showing all things being equal, but as it stands, only Defender Daley Blind starts for the Dutch team.

Winger Depay has not be too consistent for United and is not in the starting eleven.

Anthony Martial also is not starting for the French team.

Both players are on the bench.
Former United defender now with Juventus Patrice Evra makes the French starting eleven.

The will be tribute to Dutch legend Johan Cruyff who has just passed on during the game. The game would be paused on the 14th minute for a minute silence to the departed Dutch master. The Jersey number 14 was his favorite.

Louis Saha highlights key area Anthony Martial must improve on

Former Manchester United striker Louis Saha believes young French striker Anthony Martial has as much quality as French legend Thierry Henry at this age.

Martial has drawn comparison with the Arsenal legend since his first gaol for United against Liverpool in his debut. He has since moved on and stepped up, scoring 12 goals so far with 3 assists to his credit.

"He has definitely got the quality and the platform for working really hard at Manchester United." Saha told MUTV.

"When you see him, he has as much quality as Thierry Henry at this age.

"Thierry was a really decisiveu player and that is where Martial needs to work.

"He needs to be,more precise and give more indication to his game."

Inter Milan preparing bid for United playmaker

Inter Milan are reportedly interested in Juan Mata and will make a move for the attacking midfielder in the summer.

According to Italian media outfit Tuttosport, Milan want to exploit the fact that José Mourinho is the likeliest man to become United's next manager.

The duo didn't have the best of relationship at Chelsea, with Mourinho allowing the player leave for rivals United, which is a rare occurrence between top rivals in the Premier League.

There have been speculation of Mata leaving United, since the Mourinho rumours started, and it remains to be seen if both men will work together at United.

A fee of around €20m is reportedly been prepared for the player.

Mata has been one of the most capped United player this season, but he has struggled for consistency.

Do you think United should let Juan Mata leave?