Despite a challenging first half in their encounter against Real Sociedad, Manchester United remains on course, their hopes buoyed by the leadership skills of Bruno Fernandes. The 30-year-old, who has been with United since 2020, was given the captain’s armband in the summer of 2023 by Erik ten Hag, succeeding Harry Maguire during a low point in his career.
Even as United grapples with a host of internal issues, they continue to show resilience on the field. This was evident in their commendable 1-0 win against Tottenham Hotspur at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. James Maddison’s close-range goal in the first half proved decisive, marking Spurs’ first back-to-back wins in the Premier League this season.
United’s defender, Diogo Dalot, remains optimistic about the team’s prospects under Portuguese coach Ruben Amorim. Despite Amorim’s rocky start at Old Trafford, Dalot believes that United can secure a Premier League title under his guidance. This optimism echoed in their 1-0 victory against Fulham, where the team’s grit was on full display.
However, United continues to fixate on strengthening the wing-backs region. Patrick Dorgu of Lecce is a potential signing that the team is considering. Furthermore, United is on the lookout for a new signing at left-back, a position that has seen Dalot step in, despite it not being his forte.
In the recent FA Cup, United eliminated Arsenal and are now set to face Ruud van Nistelrooy and his Leicester City. This comes after they bounced back from criticism by Ruben Amorim about the lack of leadership, to draw with Liverpool.
Off the field, United’s recent league performances have stirred debates among fans and pundits alike. The disappointment drawn against Everton has put a spotlight on their attacking play. Amid these discussions, Real Madrid has reportedly added United’s Lisandro Martinez and Diogo Dalot to their wishlist. This follows the appointment of Ruben Amorim, which has sparked speculation about a major squad overhaul, with only a handful of players considered indispensable.
As the January transfer window approaches, Liverpool fans are apprehensive about the future of their homegrown star, Trent Alexander-Arnold. Meanwhile, Real Madrid, who had initially shown interest in Alexander-Arnold, have started exploring alternative right-backs. Diogo Dalot, United’s full-back, has been shortlisted to reinforce their backline.
With Ruben Amorim at the helm, United is believed to be on the brink of a significant squad transformation. Although major moves in the upcoming winter transfer window seem unlikely, fans may witness significant departures and high-profile arrivals next summer.
Rumors of Real Madrid preparing a £50m bid for Dalot have been making rounds. This comes as Madrid looks to replace the injured Dani Carvajal and is hesitant to wait for Trent Alexander-Arnold. This could mean that United might finally be willing to part ways with Dalot, who has garnered a lot of interest since his arrival.
While Manchester United had to end Erik ten Hag’s time as their head coach after a 2-1 defeat to West Ham, they bounced back with a 5-2 win over Leicester. Casemiro (x2), Bruno Fernandes (x2), and Alejandro Garnacho scored in the EFL Cup match, securing a quarter-final spot for United.
Despite a shaky start to the season, United managed to hold Liverpool to a 0-0 draw at Anfield. This marked only the second time in six seasons that they avoided defeat at this venue. Liverpool dominated the game, recording 34 shots to United’s six but failed to convert their possession into goals.
As the season progresses, United, currently 13th in the Premier League, will need to step up their game and turn their fortunes around. The team’s performance and potential transfers in the coming months will be key in determining their success in the league.
