4 h. ago Man Utd transfer 'disaster' savaged by Sir Alex Ferguson wanted private showdown

The former Manchester United star Sir Alex Ferguson named him among his worst-ever signings wanted a private showdown with the legendary manager

Events

8 h. ago Former Man Utd star who made debut under Sir Alex Ferguson now working very different career as a financial adviser

A FORMER striker who played with some of football’s biggest names now has a very different career. Daniel Nardiello hung up his boots in 2017 to advise people on their money. Nardiello started his career at Manchester United, making four first-team appearances under Sir Alex Ferguson before leaving in 2005. He made appearances alongside David...

Economics

55 h. ago Man Utd transfer blunder as 'upset and angry' England icon sold after one game

Manchester United decided not to make a deal permanent for one of the best strikers of his generation who went on to become a Liverpool and England legend - much to Sir Alex Ferguson's annoyance

Sport

3 d. ago How Sir Alex Ferguson shocked Man Utd players and massaged stars after 'flamboyant' Ron Atkinson

EXCLUSIVE: Sir Alex Ferguson took Manchester United players by surprise with how far ahead of his time he was and his hands-on approach when he replaced ‘flamboyant’ Ron Atkinson

Sport

4 d. ago Carrick’s restoration of United’s dogged spirit has Old Trafford crackling again | John Brewin

Frenetic derby was just the place for the interim manager to roll out Ferguson’s old ‘use the energy of the people’ dictumFor Manchester United’s executives, City are the best-in-class runaway train they wish to emulate and aspire to. Coveted talent like Antoine Semenyo and now Marc Guéhi opt for blue when a generation ago, Old Trafford was the destination of dreams.United’s myth and legend becomes increasingly sepia-tinged but there may be life in it yet. The list of Sir Alex Ferguson’s boys able to take the reins in times of emergency is being exhausted but Michael Carrick, on his second turn, found a way to feed off it. He has just 17 games though there is a tantalising prize on offer. A return to the Champions League looks possible. Rather than embracing the void, Carrick’s United reminded that sporting directors, analytic departments and strategic reviews may have their place in the eventual restoration of power, but dogged spirit, wanting it more, can win the day. Continue rea...

Politics

4 d. ago Zinedine Zidane 'finalising coaching team' after new job talks and Man United development

Manchester United are searching for their seventh new permanent manager since Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement in 2013 after Ruben Amorim was sacked last week

Sport

5 d. ago No cups, no Europe, 40 matches: is this Manchester United’s post

As Michael Carrick prepares for Saturday’s derby, fans wonder if this is the club’s worst moment – but they are spoilt for choiceManchester United, without a permanent head coach or European football and knocked out of both domestic cups at the first time of asking, are facing another bleak season. In the almost 13 years since Sir Alex Ferguson left, the club have struggled to find stability, with his shadow stretching down from the directors’ box to the dugout, emphasised by the stand named in his honour staring back.Manchester City arrive at Old Trafford on Saturday in the opposite position, having had Pep Guardiola in post for a decade, amassing 18 major trophies. Michael Carrick will take charge of United for the first time since being appointed until the end of the season at a club who appear to be without a functioning long-term plan. This will be a campaign of only 40 competitive games for United, their fewest since 1914-15, with some fans thankful for being able to cut down ...

Politics

6 d. ago Manchester United bosses slammed as 'clueless' by Sir Alex Ferguson's former No.2

Renee Meulensteen blasts Manchester United's owners for being out of their depth - and urges them to appoint Carlo Ancelotti or Eddie Howe as the next permanent manager

Politics

7 d. ago Michael Carrick offered Man Utd lifeline by Sir Alex Ferguson's former assistant

Michael Carrick is about to embark on an even bigger challenge at Manchester United when he returns to their dugout as interim manager for the second time.

Politics

7 d. ago Michael Carrick in agreement with Sir Alex Ferguson over Kobbie Mainoo after telling comments

Michael Carrick shares Sir Alex Ferguson's vision when it comes to Kobbie Mainoo's future at Manchester United

Politics

7 d. ago Sir Alex Ferguson has 'still not forgiven' star who infamously snubbed Man Utd transfer

Former Nigerian midfielder John Obi Mikel was infamously wrapped up in a dramatic transfer saga between Man United and Chelsea 20 years ago and he believes Sir Alex Ferguson is still bitter

Politics

7 d. ago The three ages of Michael Carrick and what they say about Manchester United

From his competitive debut to his first spell as interim, the former midfielder has seen much at Old Trafford over the past two decades23 August 2006, Charlton 0-3 Manchester United The 25‑year‑old new signing was eased into United’s midfield as a second-half substitute in the second game of the season, having picked up a small injury on the pre‑season tour. With Wayne Rooney and Paul Scholes suspended, Sir Alex Ferguson started with John O’Shea and Darren Fletcher in central midfield, with the Scot (sporting a mullet) opening the scoring after Ryan Giggs and Cristiano Ronaldo had hit the woodwork. Carrick was one of four future United managers in the side, alongside Fletcher, Giggs and Ole Gunnar Solskjær, who rounded off the win with a late goal after Louis Saha had doubled United’s lead. Solskjær’s goal was his first in the league in three injury-hit years, and the Norwegian, also a substitute, should have had another when Carrick squared a perfect pass to the striker, only ...

Politics

8 d. ago Sir Alex Ferguson's true feelings on Michael Carrick speak volumes after Man Utd outburst

Michael Carrick has been named Manchester United's interim manager and spent several seasons working under Sir Alex Ferguson

Politics

8 d. ago Man Utd ANNOUNCE Michael Carrick as 12th manager since Sir Alex Ferguson as he wins club legends’ battle with Solskjaer

MICHAEL CARRICK has been confirmed as the new interim boss at Manchester United after BEATING Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to the post. United spoke with both ex-players this week before deciding to go with Carrick, who has been out of a job since leaving Middlesbrough last year. Carrick, 44, takes over from former team-mate Darren Fletcher,...

Society

8 d. ago Michael Carrick told to get tough on Man Utd flops by Sir Alex Ferguson coach – 'step up'

Michael Carrick has been sent a firm message from a former Manchester United coach about what he must to do salvage something significant from their season

Politics

8 d. ago Sir Alex Ferguson's Michael Carrick outburst and what Man United icon really thinks of him

Michael Carrick is set to be named Manchester United's interim manager and he spent several seasons working under Sir Alex Ferguson

Politics

8 d. ago Manchester United make new manager decision 'after Sir Alex Ferguson intervention'

Red Devils set to appoint new interim manager

Politics

9 d. ago Danny Welbeck's phonecall from Sir Alex Ferguson that spoke volumes after FA Cup heroics

Danny Welbeck once shared how Sir Alex Ferguson called him after his FA Cup heroics, highlighting their enduring bond since the legendary manager sparked his Manchester United career

Politics

9 d. ago Man Utd ace now living in Sir Alex Ferguson's £3.5m mansion icon sold after wife died

Sir Alex Ferguson lived in a stunning mansion with his late wife Cathy, but the Cheshire home is now understood to be inhabited by one Manchester United ace

Economics

9 d. ago Sir Alex Ferguson's call to Danny Welbeck after FA Cup goal speaks volumes

Manchester United legend Sir Alex Ferguson personally reached out to Danny Welbeck in response to the former Old Trafford star's winning moment for Brighton in a tense FA Cup clash

Politics