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Manchester United continue their pre-season preparations on Friday as they take on Melbourne Victory at the MCG in their second friendly under Erik ten Hag.

I need to work and prepare to be ready.’ First of all, the body must be ready to compete because you want to give 100 per cent. There are a lot of things to do to prepare.

Live updates and analysis as Man Utd face Melbourne Victory in their second pre-season match under Erik ten Hag.

Ten Hag is already quite animated and it has nothing to do with the possibility of speaking to the media. The A-League side are getting a lot of men behind the ball and they are competing for every loose ball. United had a fitness advantage against Liverpool on Tuesday, but this is a big night for Melbourne Victory and United are struggling with their intensity at the moment in a game they probably expected to cruis through. Maguire is starting as the right centre-back, which is insignificant in essence but playing him on the left side was somehow cited as an excuse for his error-strewn performances last season. That was a magnificent team goal, started by the goalkeeper. Melbourne look well organised and are lively on the counter whereas United’s forwards have not settled into a rhythm just yet. Maguire is getting cheered whenever he gets the ball. United are being noticeably more patient with the ball in the final third. Ten Hag is still stood in the technical area as he observes. Tyrell Malacia is on the bench. United’s 10 half-time subs are currently warming up and it looks like a front three of Chong, Amad and Rashford, so you would think there’s a good chance that means Rashford through the middle. Sancho looks the most likely to create something.

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has named his team to take on Melbourne Victory in the second game of Tour 2022. The manager is without David De Gea so Tom ...

live on the Man Utd App and on ManUtd.com. Every pre-season game - including Melbourne Victory (11:05 BST kick-off) - will be shown live on the Man Utd App and on ManUtd.com. Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has named his team to take on Melbourne Victory in the second game of Tour 2022.

We'll bring you the latest Man United transfer news including updates on Frenkie de Jong and Lisandro Martinez all day long.

Club sources have confirmed discussions are progressing for United to sign the 24-year-old centre-back. United turned their attention to Martinez last month after his Ajax teammate Jurrien Timber opted to stay with the Dutch champions. Club sources have confirmed discussions are progressing for United to sign the 24-year-old centre-back. Ronaldo also didn't travel with the rest of the squad for their pre-season tour and is now in Lisbon. History has a case of repeating itself, and United fans will hope it does soon. But for 90 minutes at least against Liverpool, the saga was forgotten and United provided a glimpse of what life after Ronaldo (part two) might look like.

Manchester United finally reached an agreement with Barcelona for De Jong on Thursday. That development came after the Red Devils had sent Richard Arnold and ...

The Red Devils have agreed a £63million fee with Barcelona for the 25-year-old, who is set to be sold as the La Liga giants look to balance their finances. So, with that being the case, Express Sport has decided to get a little creative… If De Jong does move to United, he’ll become the latest player to turn out for both the Red Devils and Barcelona. But United remain confident they can get a deal over the line and that the 25-year-old is open to a new challenge in Manchester. They can’t offer De Jong that same bait, either, with the Red Devils due to be strutting their stuff in the Europa League. That development came after the Red Devils had sent Richard Arnold and John Murtough out to Catalonia in order to broker a deal.

Manchester United are trying to sign Frenkie de Jong from Barcelona but are struggling to persuade the Netherlands international to leave La Liga for the ...

"What I'm saying, there is absolutely nothing of an agreement [with United] or anything official," De Jong told reporters last month. De Jong and his partner Mikky Kiemeney have recently purchased a house in Catalonia, while the player still believes he can play an important role in Xavi's team. They have agreed an initial £63million transfer fee with Barcelona but are struggling to persuade the player to move to England. The Catalan giants can't register new signing Raphinha, who scored 11 Premier League goals for Leeds last term, until they trim their budget. How am I going to leave Barcelona?" Ten Hag is looking to rebuild the club's stuttering squad but has signed just one player so far, defender Tyrell Malacia.

Manchester United's transfer deal to sign Lisandro Martinez from Ajax is fully agreed, says Fabrizio Romano.

Romano says Martinez has signed a five-year deal which will run to 2027. Manchester United’s deal to sign Lisandro Martinez from Ajax is fully agreed, says Fabrizio Romano. Lisandro Martinez to Manchester United 'here we go' says Fabrizio Romano

United headed into the match with momentum, having beaten rivals Liverpool 4-0 in their opening pre-season friendly in Thailand on Tuesday. But it was back to ...

Shaw was way out of position, and Lindelof couldn't decide whether to stay with his man or go, that left Maguire completely exposed," posted one fan. Shaw was way out of position, and Lindelof couldn't decide whether to stay with his man or go, that left Maguire completely exposed.— Mark.C.Riley8799 (@MRiley8799) July 15, 2022 We can't continue to be using both maguire and lindelof. Trying to make Maguire a proactive CB is the funniest thing ever cause he never will be. Much better on the ball and quick so can high press comfortably.— Ricci Guarnaccio (@RicciGuarnaccio) #united July 15, 2022 Much prefer [Eric] Bailly at the back.

Ten Hag's side have turned the game on its head in a matter of minutes. Dalot's cross is flicked on by Elanga to Martial and from six yards out, the Frenchman ...

It's a period of transition for the club with the Dutchman now at the helm and their supporters will have been encouraged to see a very different United performance in Thailand than they were used to seeing last season under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Ralf Rangnick. Today's match against Melbourne Victory will understandably be less of an indication as to what fans can expect for next season. Luke Shaw is once again preferred to new signing to Tyrell Malacia, with Aaron Wan-Bissaka, Donny van de Beek and Eric Bailly also notable names amongst the substitutes. The Portuguese was hugely popular during his eight years with Man United between 2007 and 2015, making 230 appearances and scoring 40 goals. McTominay sees another shot blocked by the Melbourne defender. A shock lead for Melbourne. Fernandes is played down the right, he pulls it back for McTominay and his shot is blocked behind for a corner. Probably a little harsh... The half-time whistle blows almost immediately after Martial's strike. This is Maguire's first appearance of the season after he missed the Liverpool game in Bangkok on Tuesday with a niggle but he was alarmingly slow to react the danger and watched Chris Ikonomidis breeze ahead of him to slot home Folami's cross. HERE HE IS! As time looked to be running out, Nani is introduced for Melbourne against his former club. So a 4-1 win for United and more for Erik ten Hag to chew over. He replaces goal-scorer Ikonomidis.

Lisandro Martinez's Manchester United move appears to have been confirmed, but not by the club - by his personal chef.Kabir Kohli posted on both Insta.

Man United originally had a £42million bid for the Ajax man rejected, but are now said to have met the Dutch club’s £46m asking price. He even reveals that he tried to convince the defender to stay in Holland but to no avail, and told the Man United supporters to ‘take care of him’ when he arrives at Old Trafford. Kabir Kohli posted on both Instagram and Twitter bidding farewell to the Ajax defender, which seemed to all but confirm the deal to Manchester.

Man Utd face Melbourne Victory in their second pre-season fixture and the team news has been confirmed.

"Liverpool is, of course, a name and a rival. "The opponent will be different, we don't know them, they will be compact and we are looking forward, and in these circumstances we need to take the next step." This is different," he told MUTV. "I know the Aussies, they are tough, so we have to be good, put in a good performance and of course we want to set the next step.

Despite winning 4-0 against Liverpool in his first game in charge, Erik ten Hag's line-up vs Melbourne Victory was scrutinised by fans on social media.

With so many games to come in a short time-frame, there will be opportunities for players on stand-by including new signing Tyrell Malacia. Diogo Dalot and Luke Shaw are the two full-backs. Jadon Sancho, Fred, Anthony Martial and Facundo Pellistri scored during a pulsating 4-0 victory at the Rajamangala Stadium.

Manchester United won 4-1 against Melbourne Victory with Anthony Martial impressing Erik ten Hag.

With Ten Hag planning of deploying a possession-based game, it will only encourage opponents to get bodies behind the ball. - Getty - Getty - Getty Most notable has been his attitude and work-rate. - Getty

Yet they know that selling Neves is the simplest way to give boss Bruno Lage the funds to make the changes he wants. However, new manager Erik ten Hag has made ...

Erik ten Hag is happy to wait until after the start of the 2022/23 season to secure de Jong The transfer window closes on September 1. However, Barcelona have made it clear that he needs to be sold to fund other transfers, and will even consider leaving him off their pre-season tour this weekend.

Their fans chanted in jest “you're getting sacked in the morning” at Ten Hag, but his side went into half-time ahead thanks to a deflected Scott McTominay ...

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Jadon Sancho seems to have a new role at Man Utd but what does this mean for Anthony Elanga?

But given that Elanga can also play on either wing and in the number nine position, it seems likely that he will still see a lot of minutes this campaign under Ten Hag in various roles. He is naturally right-footed and seeing how United also have Amad and Facundo Pellistri as right-wing options, he may act as a deputy to Rashford. We need to push everyone to a higher level."

Manchester United is pleased to confirm that Christian Eriksen has joined the club, signing a contract until June 2025. The midfielder has been capped 115 ...

“Christian has been one of the best attacking midfielders in Europe throughout his career. “Manchester United is a special club, and I cannot wait to get started. Eriksen has played 237 games in the Premier League, registering 52 goals and 71 assists.

Man Utd sign Denmark international Christian Eriksen; midfielder turns down offer from Brentford to sign three-year deal at Old Trafford; ...

You can also catch up with the ins, outs and analysis on Sky Sports News. Having spoken with him and learned more about his vision and the way he wants the team to play, I am even more excited for the future. John Murtough, Manchester United's football director, added: "Christian has been one of the best attacking midfielders in Europe throughout his career. On Friday evening, Ajax centre back Lisandro Martinez posted an image on his Instagram account of him and his agent on a plane with the caption "heading to Manchester", with a £45m switch nearing completion. "In addition to his outstanding technique, Christian will add valuable experience and leadership skills to the squad, and we are looking forward to seeing the benefits of these qualities on the pitch this coming season and beyond." "Manchester United is a special club, and I cannot wait to get started," said Eriksen. "I have had the privilege of playing at Old Trafford many times but to do it in the red shirt of United will be an amazing feeling.

Christian Eriksen has been confirmed as Erik ten Hag's second signing after Manchester United announced the playmaker's arrival on a free transfer.

Even if De Jong has not arrived by the start of the season on 7 August United will continue to pursue him but are prepared to walk away should the wage issue between the player and Barça prove insurmountable. John Murtough United’s football director, said: “Christian has been one of the best attacking midfielders in Europe throughout his career. Having spoken with him and learned more about his vision and the way he wants the team to play, I am even more excited for the future.

Manchester United beat Melbourne Victory 4-1 in their second game under Erik ten Hag, who did not mince his words about the early goal conceded.

“I think when he has the right focus and the right motivation and he works hard he will have production because he is a good player … It’s up to him.” I said [after Liverpool] our left side was really good and now the right side. “I think the whole right side played really well because there’s a good connection between Jadon Sancho and Diogo Dalot and Bruno [Fernandes], Martial and also McTominay,” he said. From the left side it was not that easy, from the right side I was quite satisfied and we created a lot off the right side: four or five really good chances. Raphaël Varane also training but it is something small and I expect him back on the training pitch.” “I don’t want to talk about the individual because I think it was from the start high up the pitch.

The 19-year-old played the second half of the Red Devils' match against Melbourne Victory in Australia and produced a fine piece of skill to keep control of ...

An additional user added to the light-heart comedy, posting: 'Zidane Iqbal is the best Zidane to play football. Zidane Iqbal impressed playing for Manchester United in their latest pre-season fixture Manchester United fans have been sent into ecstasy after youngster Zidane Iqbal's performance in their latest pre-season friendly.

Manchester United youngsters Anthony Elanga and Ethan Laird have stressed they are relishing the current opportunities given to them by new manager Erik ten ...

It’s something we have to deal with and we prepared well, we delivered well on the stuff we worked on. "It’s always nice to be on the pitch as we’re footballers and we love playing football. We conceded early on and it’s was important to get the two goals and settle the game. "It’s important to have competition like that in training because, if someone starts ahead of you in games, then it will motivate you to work even harder in training to try to take their position in a game. "It’s healthy competition," added the forward, who started on the wing. In the second half [after 10 substitutions], the second team did amazing and controlled the game.

Manchester United have confirmed the signing of free agent Christian Eriksen on a ...

Frenkie de Jong is the club's number one midfield target, while a deal for Ajax utility star Lisandro Martinez is close to completion. Having spoken with him and learned more about his vision and the way he wants the team to play, I am even more excited for the future. John Murtough, United's football director, added “Christian has been one of the best attacking midfielders in Europe throughout his career.

Eriksen, 30, has signed a deal until 2025 and becomes their second summer signing after Tyrell Malacia. Denmark international Eriksen was a free agent after ...

"Glory glory Man United" has been heard at full-time two games running now. Ten Hag is in no mood to wax lyrical about United's progress. Read the full story here.

MAN UTD have signed Christian Eriksen and are reportedly close to acquiring Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez.

I still have major ambitions in the game, there is a huge amount that I know I can achieve, and this is the perfect place to continue my journey.” “I have seen Erik’s work at Ajax and know the level of detail and preparation that he and his staff put into every day. There also remains doubt over the future of United forward Cristiano Ronaldo. Manchester United have told Christian Eriksen and Lisandro Martinez not to bother joining their pre-season tour of Australia despite still having two further matches scheduled in the country, according to reports. Eriksen said upon signing: “Manchester United is a special club, and I cannot wait to get started. He will become the club’s third capture after Eriksen and left-back Tyrell Malacia.

And now it looks like a reunion may be imminent. On Friday, Martinez's agent, Christian Bragarnik, posted a photo of himself and Martinez on his Instagram story ...

The Manchester Evening New s previously reported that United were in advanced talks with the defender ahead of an expected summer move. And now it looks like a reunion may be imminent. Lisandro Martinez has dropped a massive hint that he could be on his way to Manchester United after re-sharing a social media post from his agent.

Manchester United made it two wins from two games on Tour 22, as Erik ten Hag's side came from behind to defeat Melbourne Victory by four goals to one.

Former Reds winger Nani was then introduced with just a few minutes to go, making his debut for the hosts seven years after his departure from Old Trafford. Fred's goal was the only difference when the two sides met at Old Trafford last December, and attention now turns to next week's pre-season showdown. Then, just moments before the break, the Reds went ahead. The scoring was then completed with just minutes remaining, when Edmond Lupancu diverted a Tahith Chong cross into his own net to make it 4-1, ensuring a second pre-season win for our new Dutch boss. With 15 minutes to go, United had a third, as Eric Bailly burst forward to feed Rashford. The England international nudged his effort beyond Izzo, and opened his Tour 22 account in the process. Zidane Iqbal showcased his talents with a superb piece of skill, as the Reds continued to dominate possession.

After falling behind inside five minutes, they fought back and won comfortably thanks to strikes by Scott McTominay, Anthony Martial, Marcus Rashford and an ...

His finish for the third goal was unerring after showing a burst of pace to break through. A couple of sharp forward bursts but not as eye-catching as others in the attack. Liked to bustle forward with the ball and will surely feature again in pre-season as Ten Hag decides what to do with him. Showed his natural composure with an ice-cool clearance under pressure right in front of his own goal and he mopped up Bailly's mistakes on a couple of occasions. His development will be interesting to watch in the season ahead. Will hope to return to his regular left-back position before the end of pre-season. Basically assumed a wing-back role with Victory camped in their own penalty box more and more as their legs tired after he break. We witnessed a few of his trademark 'low percentage' passes that came off and he linked the play neatly as normal but hardly a vintage display. Looked a liability at the back as he twice surrendered possession in dangerous positions with loose touches or slack passing. Two long-range efforts went high and wide, with several team-mates barracking him for choosing to shoot with the first of them. Serious doubts remain and Ten Hag will be anxious to get a deal for Lisandro Martinez over the line soon. Unable to replicate his delightful chip in the Liverpool game but wasn't for the want of trying.

Ethan Laird came off the bench for Manchester United against Melbourne Victory to make his first appearance for the senior side since 2019.

Speaking to MUTV after the game, manager Erik ten Hag said he wanted to learn more about his young players, adding: “That’s why we took them [Chong and Laird] with us. He completely shut down Melbourne Victory from an attacking perspective down his side, staying untroubled as United dominated the second half. He linked up well with teammates Tahith Chong and Zidane Iqbal, and was frequently trying to offer an attacking outlet and give an option on the overlap.

The former Ajax, Tottenham, Inter Milan and Brentford player has signed a three-year contract at Old Trafford. "I still have major ambitions in the ...

"I still have major ambitions in the game. "Having spoken with him and learned more about his vision and the way he wants the team to play, I am even more excited for the future." "Manchester United is a special club, and I cannot wait to get started."

Erik ten Hag's Manchester United secured a second win of pre-season, by beating Melbourne Victory 4-1 at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, in front of around ...

Still, it shows we have plenty of options for rotation in the forward positions, with Erik commenting in his Thursday press conference that he feels Donny van de Beek could also occupy an attacking midfield – and perhaps even a false no.9 – role. The Ivorian stood out when fielded there in the Liverpool clash, as he set up Facundo Pellistri’s goal – our fourth of the game – but Marcus soon swapped with him, latching on to Eric Bailly's through ball to score our third. The signing of the 35-year-old former United winger has been headline news in Australia all week and even though he’d only travelled Down Under earlier this week and trained twice with his new team-mates, Nani – who stopped to grab a quick word with MUTV before kick-off – was named on the Victory bench. Eight of the 10 replacements had also played in Bangkok, but for Ethan Laird and Tahith Chong, it was a chance to get some minutes in the legs and time on the pitch for United after spending much of the recent time out on loan. For the second friendly in a row, Erik opted to change his entire outfield line-up at the break, with Rashford captaining a younger and more inexperienced side in the second half. The Reds were behind for much of the first half, following a shock early Victory opener, but a couple of goals before half-time from Scott McTominay and Anthony Martial put us in the driving seat.

Eriksen, 30, has joined United on a three-year contract. Eriksen is Erik ten Hag's second signing of the summer transfer window after the Dutchman signed ...

Fernandes certainly wasn't at his best last season and Eriksen has the quality to take advantage of him struggling for form. Although Bruno Fernandes has been an almost guaranteed starter during his time at the club, the arrival of Eriksen should ensure that he's now got genuine competition for his place. The 30-year-old averaged more ball recoveries, interceptions and fewer ball losses than Fernandes in the top flight last term.

Manchester United's purchase of Ajax's Lisandro Martinez could show that Erik ten Hag is starting to change the approach towards buying players.

This can, in turn, improve the team's long term success on the pitch. In previous years, we've seen United pry the likes of Alexis Sanchez away from a Manchester City move by offering ridiculous wages. "I have seen Erik’s work at Ajax and know the level of detail and preparation that he and his staff put into every day.

Erik ten Hag's side were again victorious on Friday, sweeping aside A-League outfit Melbourne Victory by four goals to one. Scott McTominay, Anthony Martial and ...

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Manchester United have confirmed the signing of Denmark international Christian Eriksen on a three-year deal. The Athletic had reported that Eriksen...

I still have major ambitions in the game, there is a huge amount that I know I can achieve, and this is the perfect place to continue my journey.” Eriksen said of his move to United: “Manchester United is a special club, and I cannot wait to get started. “I have seen Erik’s work at Ajax and know the level of detail and preparation that he and his staff put into every day.

Juventus hero Alessandro Del Piero has called for communication clarity between Frenkie de Jong, Barcelona and Manchester United amid the ongoing transfer ...

The player has also reiterated that his preference is to stay at the club. The problem is if they don’t want you, you need to think about your future because sometimes clubs do weird things to make you leave. The Old Trafford hierarchy are still hopeful of a deal with De Jong being Erik ten Hag’s top summer target.

Manchester United have released a teaser clip of their new 2022/23 Adidas away kit ahead of the club's upcoming clash with Aston Villa in Melbourne.

Fans will be able to get their hands on the new kit on Saturday at 9am when it is officially released to the public. Manchester United have released a teaser clip of their new 2022/23 Adidas away kit ahead of the club’s upcoming clash with Aston Villa in Melbourne. (Video) Manchester United tease 2022/23 away kit ahead of Saturday release

MANCHESTER UNITED are set to deal Manchester City a blow in the transfer market. · Ten Hag: Martial can shine for Man Utd if he has the right focus · Related ...

The players love him, Graham [Potter] and the coaches, love him, I love him, the fans love him. Manchester United’s signing of Lisandro Martinez is set to not only improve the Red Devils’ defensive options, but also deal rivals Manchester City a blow in the transfer market at the same time. Former Rangers striker Kris Boyd believes a potential Brighton move for Bassey would signal a domino effect at the top Premier League clubs.

Erik ten Hag's rebuild is beginning to pick up pace, with Christian Eriksen arriving on Friday.

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The Old Trafford giants have not won any silverware since 2017 but new boss Ten Hag has been charged with turning the club's fortunes around.

“I’m excited to see where it leads us in the future. “For us as a group we just need to keep pushing and keep learning from the new coach because… That’s part and parcel of it as well.” “That’s probably most important in terms of coming towards the start of the season, that we’ve got a team that’s fit and flying, and a young team as well may I say. “But it’s accumulation, it’s getting miles in the legs and it’s getting everybody accustomed to the volume of work that we’re wanting to do. “Maybe you need to have a little look in the mirror because that’s just part and parcel of the game.

Two Barcelona chiefs have spoken about Man United target De Jong and they've completely contradicted each other.

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The report claims Eric Bailly, Phil Jones and Axel Tuanzebe will all be moved on, with Harry Maguire, Raphael Varane and Victor Lindelof all likely to be ahead ...

- United training drills pay off in Melbourne victory - All the latest United news, views and transfer updates Reports from the Daily Mirror suggest United will offload three defenders if they sign Martinez, with the Argentina international edging closer to a move to Old Trafford from Dutch side Ajax.

The Ajax defender has jetted into the UK after boarding a plane last night, and is expected to seal the formalities before completing his Old Trafford move.

Martinez was pictured on social media with his representative Cristian Bragarnik on a flight out to the home of his new club, with the caption: 'Rumbo a Manchester @lisandromartinez.' Translated in English, it reads as 'Heading to Manchester.' Martinez was pictured jetting out to the UK last night with his representative to seal the deal United supporters have struggled to hide their excitement over the looming arrival, and Ferdinand has also been left with a positive impression of the 24-year-old.

Manchester United confirmed the signing of Christian Eriksen on a free transfer on Friday, with the Dane agreeing a three-year contract. The midfielder's short- ...

Much debate was had about his future but Sir Alex made a decisive move for a player who had grown up with the enemy at Liverpool. The fact he took on Cristiano Ronaldo's no.7 jersey showed the manager was not worried about any of that, saying: "He'll give us experience in the penalty box. The decision disappointed Bhoys boss Martin O'Neill but Sir Alex had been impressed with somebody who caught his eye when he was believed to be scouting Vincent Kompany during a Champions League tie with Anderlecht at Parkhead. "Our relationship with Celtic has always been a good one," stressed Ferguson. "We took Brian McClair in exactly the same end-of-contract circumstances before the Bosman ruling came in. We tried to get Karim Benzema but, as soon as that dropped through, we went for Michael." That was evident early in his Reds career, when he scored a memorable injury-time winner in the Manchester derby, and he finished with 17 goals in 52 outings, including a strike in the League Cup final against Aston Villa. He also helped United win the league in 2010/11, something he had failed to manage at Anfield. However, he was later allowed to join Middlesbrough on a free transfer.Every pre-season game, including Tuesday's match against Crystal Palace, will be shown Fortunately, his output matched his ego and his signing proved a masterstroke, as he led the line superbly under Jose Mourinho. Like Cavani, he had left PSG and wanted to taste English football for the first time. "We were desperate to get him when Peter left because he was here when he was a lad but couldn't get a work permit," said the boss. The late Irish midfielder, who sadly passed away in 2018, failed to renew his contract with Celtic and signed a pre-agreement instead with United in January 2004, as was permitted under the Bosman ruling. However, injuries hampered his second campaign and he left this summer, with 19 goals in 59 matches to his name. The Dane's were big shoes to fill but Ferguson was convinced in the new man after agreeing a four-year contract. With Dean Henderson loaned to Nottingham Forest for the 2022/23 campaign, he could be hoping for more first-team exposure this term. Blanc played 75 times for the Reds and helped the team win the Premier League title in 2002/03. The stylish France international had been on United's radar for so long, even after appearing against Alex Ferguson's team for Montpellier during our successful European Cup Winners' Cup run in 1991.

Our 2022/23 away shirt, inspired by the club's philosophy of youth, courage and success, is here.

Perfect for any occasion, the away shirt is constructed with a subtle helix pattern, which is engineered into the fabric of the jersey. Available now from United Direct here, as well as at adidas, the Manchester United 22/23 away shirt will be worn for the first time against Crystal Palace on the Tuesday 19 July in Melbourne as a part of Tour 2022. Our new kit also draws inspiration from our strips of the past, with a white jersey becoming synonymous with Manchester United on the road.

Luke Shaw, Marcus Rashford, Bruno Fernandes, Jadon Sancho and Scott McTominay were all in attendance at the event in Australia to promote their new kit during ...

As reported by the BBC, Rashford said: 'It's a classic kit. Scores of fans turned up to see United stars showcase the new jersey during the event in Melbourne on Saturday afternoon. Manchester United have unveiled their new white away kit for the 2022-23 season with players taking over Federation Square in Melbourne to showcase their new strip.

Manchester United have now confirmed the signing of Danish playmaker Christian Eriksen on a free transfer.

“I have seen Erik’s work at Ajax and know the level of detail and preparation that he and his staff put into every day. As per the club website, Eriksen said: “Manchester United is a special club, and I cannot wait to get started. “I still have major ambitions in the game, there is a huge amount that I know I can achieve, and this is the perfect place to continue my journey.”

The 30-year-old has signed a three-year deal at Old Trafford to become Erik ten Hag's second signing of the summer. He arrives as a free agent after his ...

Eriksen went on to outline his ethos of biding his time and waiting for the right opportunity when it comes to transfers. Speaking to the Mirror, he explained his career vow to never become merely a squad player at any club he was at. The 30-year-old has signed a three-year deal at Old Trafford to become Erik ten Hag’s second signing of the summer.

MANCHESTER UNITED are hellbent on signing Frenkie de Jong from Barcelona in this summer's transfer window.

€85m is a large price, but at the same time it wasn’t so long ago that he was seen as one of the hottest prospects in European football. “Ten Hag needs to be able to get the players he wants. And whether United are able to bring in a midfielder, as the clock starts to tick, is something only time will tell. It will be fascinating to see if the Red Devils can get a deal over the line, with the saga starting to resemble the failed pursuit of Cesc Fabregas back in 2013. And De Jong has now dropped a hint he’ll be with his Barcelona team-mates for their upcoming pre-season tour of the United States. Manchester United agreed a fee with Barcelona for De Jong earlier in the week, with the Red Devils prepared to pay an initial £63million to land their No 1 target.

Eriksen became our second signing under new manager Erik ten Hag on Friday, following the transfer of Tyrell Malacia from Feyenoord at the beginning of July.

Eriksen is the player that has the quality to make others do that.” Our panel also reacts to the big news that United have signed Christian Eriksen on a three-year contract. He can keep the ball and he’s not scared of the ball as well. He came back into the Premier League and has done really well.” Can he play somewhere else? A quality player.

MANCHESTER UNITED boss Erik ten Hag would love to sign a right-back in this summer's transfer window.

Manchester United want to land a new right-back this summer. “Aarons is exactly the sort of player they need to be looking at this summer.” “They may not be straight starters immediately but they go and they stay there for 10 years and have a really good career and they impact the club at different levels.” Erik ten Hag is unconvinced by Aaron Wan-Bissaka, while Diogo Dalot continues to struggle for consistency. Manchester United are looking to sign a new right-back as they look to challenge for the biggest trophies under Ten Hag. But there’s nothing at present to suggest the Red Devils are in for the Netherlands international.

With Lisandro Martinez set to become Erik ten Hag's second signing, we take a look at Manchester United's previous Eredivisie signings.

Blind was signed by Van Gaal on deadline day in the summer of 2014 from Ajax, and he proved to be a decent option given his ability to play at left-back, centre-back and in centre-midfield. After arriving from PSV in 1998, Stam won three consecutive Premier League titles and was a key part of the Manchester United side that won the Treble in his first season at the club. A former Ajax youth player, Fosu-Mensah joined Manchester United as a 16-year-old in 2014 and made his first-team breakthrough at the club under his compatriot Van Gaal in 2015-16. Park quickly established himself as a cult hero in Manchester and he was a nailed on starter for Fergie in the big games due to his selfless running and qualities with and without the ball. What a piece of business this was from Sir Alex. After catching United’s attention with his performances for PSV, the South Korean legend was brought to Old Trafford in 2005. After making his debut in the crushing 4-0 defeat to MK Dons in the League Cup under Louis van Gaal, the midfielder went on to make 75 appearances for the United first team.

The defender is set to finalise his transfer from Ajax and become Erik ten Hag's third signing of the summer.

Man Utd are close to completing a third signing of the summer but they are still yet to secure either of their top targets for priority positions.

It had been expected a move for a central defender might only happen once one or two had left the club, but Arsenal wanted Martinez and that forced United to show their hand. With United now around halfway through their pre-season tour they are committed to ending their time in Bangkok, Melbourne and Perth with the only new face on board. It will naturally be frustrating to Ten Hag that he is now three weeks into pre-season training and the club still haven't signed players in the two key areas prioritised at the start of the window.

Manchester United target Frenkie de Jong has been included in the Barcelona squad for their pre-season tour.

I’m really excited about that for the Premier League.” Manchester United target Frenkie de Jong has been included in the Barcelona squad for their pre-season tour. Manchester United target Frenkie de Jong included in Barcelona's tour squad

MANCHESTER UNITED aren't abandoning their transfer pursuit of Barcelona midfield maestro Frenkie de Jong.

Yet while they’ve agreed a fee with their La Liga counterparts, it’s still unclear if the 25-year-old will make the move to Old Trafford. "I will return to say goodbye to all the workers after the tour with Barca. Christensen has chosen to leave Chelsea to join Barcelona, with the Denmark international arriving on a free transfer. De Jong has travelled with the rest of the Barcelona squad for their pre-season tour of the United States, despite the club’s desire to jettison him. Barcelona need to register a host of new players and selling De Jong, really, is the only way they’re able to do that due to their financial situation. They agreed a fee with Barcelona just a couple of days ago, with the fallen Premier League giants prepared to pay £63million in order to bring the Netherlands international to the club.

Frenkie de Jong remains a Barcelona player for now, with Manchester United desperate to sign him, and he could remain there if things don't hurry up soon.

The club are hoping to announce the signing of Lisandro Martinez in the coming days, having reportedly agreed a fee with Ajax for the centre back. Jules Kounde and Bernardo Silva have also been linked with the club, and all that comes despite Kessi and Christiansen not being able to register for the club in the league. De Jong is desperate to stay at the Nou Camp, despite his club seemingly being open to let the player go, with Chelsea also reportedly interested.