6 h. ago New favourite for Man Utd interim manager job emerges in shock twist

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is no longer the frontrunner for the gig

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7 h. ago Michael Carrick emerges as favourite to be Manchester United interim manager

Former midfielder ahead of Solskjær after interviewsDarren Fletcher admits he is in the dark over his positionMichael Carrick has emerged from the interview process as the favourite ahead of Ole Gunnar Solskjær to be Manchester United’s interim manager for the rest of the season, with the club’s executive expected to seal the decision on Monday.While Omar Berrada, the chief executive, and Jason Wilcox, the director of football, are understood to have not made a formal offer, they are leaning towards Carrick, sources have informed the Guardian. This follows both Carrick and Solskjær having had face-to-face discussions with the hierarchy. Berrada and Wilcox met Carrick on Thursday and Solskjær on Saturday at the club’s Carrington training ground. Continue reading...

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10 h. ago Danny Welbeck shines as Brighton dump Manchester United out of FA Cup

Manchester United’s hunt for trophies is over inside the second week of January after a ruthless Brighton took advantage of yet another loose defensive performance. This FA Cup third-round knockout means the 13-times winners have been dumped from the competition and the League Cup at the first opportunity for a first time since 1981-82.By the end of May United’s season will stand at a total of 40 games – their lowest number in a complete campaign since 1914-15. If August’s Carabao Cup penalty shootout elimination at Grimsby was dire, this disappointment was as concerningly insipid, goals from Brajan Gruda and Danny Welbeck, one in each half, (probably) ending Darren Fletcher’s record as the interim manager as winless – this defeat following Wednesday’s draw at Burnley in the Premier League. Continue reading...

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10 h. ago Manchester United vs Brighton LIVE: FA Cup result, latest updates and reaction

Darren Fletcher takes charge of second game as interim manager

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12 h. ago Manchester United vs Brighton LIVE: FA Cup latest score, match stream and goal updates

Darren Fletcher takes charge of second game as interim manager

Sport

13 h. ago Manchester United vs Brighton LIVE: FA Cup match stream, latest score and goal updates

Darren Fletcher takes charge of second game as interim manager

Sport

15 h. ago Manchester United vs Brighton LIVE: FA Cup match stream, latest team news, lineups, TV, prediction

Darren Fletcher takes charge of second game as interim manager

Sport

20 h. ago FA Cup third round buildup, Macclesfield magic, WSL and a big clash in Serie A – matchday live

⚽ All the latest ahead of Saturday’s football action⚽ Link in here | Fixtures | Mail usSpeaking of Scotland, Martin O’Neill returned as Celtic’s caretaker manager after the sacking of Wilfried Nancy and oversaw a 4-0 win against Dundee United yesterday. One Rangers fan is pining for the Nancy days already.There are another eight FA Cup third-round matches on the agenda today. Fratton Park will be rocking for the visit of Arsenal as Portsmouth host the Gunners for just the second time since 2009. Manchester United, still led by interim interim manager Darren Fletcher, are at home to Brighton, who usually enjoy a trip to Old Trafford.Derby v Leeds (12pm GMT)Portsmouth v Arsenal (2pm)Hull v Blackburn (2.30pm)Norwich v Walsall (2.30pm)Sheffield Utd v Mansfield (2.30pm)Swansea v West Brom (2.30pm)West Ham v QPR (2.30pm)Manchester Utd v Brighton (4.30pm) Continue reading...

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22 h. ago Five Man Utd players could miss Brighton FA Cup clash as Bryan Mbeumo update emerges

Manchester United interim manager Darren Fletcher will be without several key players for Sunday's FA Cup third-round tie against Brighton at Old Trafford

Sport

33 h. ago Man United 'timeline' for head coach call following Ole Gunnar Solskjaer talks

Manchester United hope to appoint an interim manager by early next week after Ruben Amorim's dismissal, with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Michael Carrick both under consideration

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57 h. ago Man United 'pencil in' Ole Gunnar Solskjaer meeting as update emerges in manager hunt

Manchester United are closing in on appointing an interim manager with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Michael Carrick the leading candidates until the end of the season

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59 h. ago Man United transfer latest: Deal 'edges closer' as Elliot Anderson update emerges

Manchester United remain 'serious contenders' for Nottingham Forest midfielder Elliot Anderson whilst Ole Gunnar Solskjaer closing in on interim manager return following Ruben Amorim's departure

Economics

60 h. ago Two Man Utd stars ruled out vs Brighton as Darren Fletcher confirms squad for FA Cup

Manchester United will face Brighton in the FA Cup on Sunday, with Darren Fletcher taking charge of his second game as interim manager following the sacking of Ruben Amorim

Politics

61 h. ago Man United given one box new manager must tick where Ruben Amorim and Erik ten Hag failed

Ruben Amorim has left Manchester United and the club are now looking to appoint a new manager with Darren Fletcher taking over in the interim

Events

65 h. ago How Man United have helped Exeter City prepare for Man City FA Cup tie after request made

Exeter City manager Gary Caldwell called in a favour from Manchester United interim boss Darren Fletcher to help the Grecians prepare for their FA Cup third round clash at Manchester City on Saturday.

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3 d. ago One Man United star should be desperate for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer return

Manchester United favourite Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has held talks to take charge of the club for a second time as the Reds search for Ruben Amorim's successor.

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3 d. ago Man Utd injury latest and AFCON situation with Bruno Fernandes update and Matthijs de Ligt blow

Manchester United face Brighton in the FA Cup this Sunday, with interim boss Darren Fletcher managing key injury concerns and three notable player absences due to AFCON

Events

3 d. ago Man Utd hold fresh manager talks after Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Michael Carrick twist

Manchester United are set to hold another round of talks to decide their next interim manager, with Michael Carrick edging closer to current favourite Ole Gunnar Solskjaer after sacking Ruben Amorim

Politics

3 d. ago Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has already hinted at key Man Utd transfer decision

Manchester United have held talks with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer over the re-appointment of their former striker as interim manager until the end of the season.

Politics

3 d. ago Ole Gunnar Solskjaer made thoughts perfectly clear on Scott McTominay before Man Utd sack

Scott McTominay could follow in Paul Pogba's footsteps by leaving for Italy only to return to Old Trafford, and potential interim manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has already given his verdict on the player

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