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Erik ten Hag's Manchester United squad has been bolstered by the signing of Antony, although our new recruit is unavailable for the Premier League match at ...

[admitted he can’t wait to play](https://www.manutd.com/en/news/detail/transcript-of-antony-signing-interview-after-transfer-from-ajax-to-man-utd) for United and in front of supporters who have already shown him so much love on social media. [victory over rivals Liverpool](https://www.manutd.com/en/matches/matchcenter?matchId=2292836) on television and was taken aback by the atmosphere that night. [happily reunited with his former boss Ten Hag](https://www.manutd.com/en/news/detail/antony-pays-tribute-to-erik-ten-hag-after-transfer-from-ajax-to-man-utd)and he [also knows three of our players](https://www.manutd.com/en/news/detail/antony-discusses-relationship-with-fred-casemiro-and-martinez)in ex-Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez, plus fellow countrymen Casemiro and Fred. [Leicester in our 20:00 BST kick-off at the King Power Stadium](https://www.manutd.com/en/matches/matchcenter?matchId=2292855), but he could be available for Sunday’s big game against Premier League pacesetters Arsenal at Old Trafford. [Brazil international has completed a permanent transfer from Ajax](https://www.manutd.com/en/news/detail/club-statement-antony-completes-transfer-from-ajax-to-man-utd)and he's already [spoken of his determination to make history as a Red](https://www.manutd.com/en/videos/detail/antony-signing-interview-about-transfer-from-ajax-to-man-utd). Antony’s participation in that blockbuster occasion at the Theatre of Dreams will of course depend on his fitness and whether the manager decides he is ready, based on training sessions at Carrington in the coming days.

Manchester United has completed the transfer of Antony from Ajax. He has signed a contract until 2027, with the option of an additional year.

[Sign up for the latest product updates](https://store.manutd.com/en/?_s=bm-FI-PSC-MUFC-EditorialTextArticle-ShopAll-BreakingNews-Antony-0109) and be the first to secure your printed Antony shirt. “Playing under Erik ten Hag at Ajax was perfect for me and my development. I’m thankful to everyone who has believed in me, especially my family, and all my coaches and team-mates, because I could not have got here without them.

Former Ajax winger Antony becomes Man Utds fifth summer signing, and third from Eredivisie; Brazilian signs five-year contract with the option of an ...

Time is running out for clubs to do business in the transfer window. "We at Ajax are always trying to strive for the top," added Ten Hag. "For sure, we hope he will be the next star of Ajax." He has won two Eredivisie titles, and a gold medal in the 2020 Summer Olympics. "Playing under Erik ten Hag at Ajax was perfect for me and my development. "Absolutely, he could be fined.

Antony has signed for Manchester United from Ajax on transfer deadline day and will be available for this weekend's Premier League clash against Arsenal at ...

[Have Your Say!](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/antony-man-united-first-game-27887037#comments-section) Has Man Utd’s transfer window been a success or failure ? There are no issues or concerns over Antony’s fitness, having already featured for Ajax this season and is thought to be in peak condition ahead of joining up with his new United teammates. The forward was not registered on time to face [Leicester](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/leicester-city-fc) City on Thursday night, but he will be available for selection in the next round of matches. He became the club’s fifth signing of the summer as [Erik ten Hag](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/erik-ten-hag) continues to overhaul his new squad following his appointment at the end of last season. Ronaldo netted three goals in his two Premier League appearances against Arsenal last season, but the 37-year-old is unlikely to start against the Gunners at Old Trafford this weekend. Despite the superstar declaring the intention over two months ago, he has not been able to secure an exit. [Liverpool](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc) and [Southampton](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/southampton-fc). Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho have both impressed in recent weeks, while Anthony Martial has returned from injury and Anthony Elanga is also in contention for a starting spot. [Newcastle](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/newcastle-united-fc) United. [Tell us what you think here.](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/antony-man-united-first-game-27887037#comments-section) [having agreed an £85million fee](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/breaking-antony-man-utd-transfer-27856763) with [Ajax](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/ajax-fc) earlier this week. [Manchester United](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/manchester-united-fc) debut for this weekend’s [Premier League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/premier-league) clash against [Arsenal](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/arsenal-fc).

Leicester vs Man Utd LIVE: Premier League latest score and updates after early Jadon Sancho goal · Leicester search for first win of season as United aim to make ...

Man Utd have been the weaker side since the restart, they’ve barely created a chance. He looks to cross into the middle byt Dalot leaps in front of the pass and blocks it. Ronaldo squares it to the open Eriksen but at the last moment Jonny Evans lunges in front of the pass and intercepts. Fernandes nutmegs Thomas and switches the play over to Rashford on the left side of the pitch. Eriksen is up with him once more and Ronaldo fizzes a pass across the area but can’t pick out his team-mate. Patson Daka comes on to take his spot up front. Leicester fly up the pitch with Daka receiving the ball. He gives it to Dewsbury-Hall who lays it off to Maddison and sets up a shot. Leicester 0-1 Man Utd Manchester United win their third game in a row. This is now their worst start to a season since 1994 and they remain bottom of the league with just one point out of an available 15. Sancho showed great composure to round Leicester goalkeeper Danny Ward and finish a fine Untied move on 23 minutes.

MANCHESTER UNITED will be eager to build on their winning run when they take on Leicester City TONIGHT at the King Power - and Jadon Sancho has fired.

Disappointing for the 25-year-old. 75, And here it is. He would have been better getting his head up and finding Eriksen. Leicester 0-1 Manchester United - Substitution Perhaps the referee was unhappy with his follow through. Leicester 0-1 Manchester United This time Fernandes slips him in, but his shot is neither here nor there. Leicester 0-1 Manchester United - substitution FULL-TIME - Leicester 0-1 Manchester United Leicester 0-1 Manchester United - yellow card (Vardy)

Antony has sent a classy message to Manchester United supporters after leaving Ajax for the Premier League - telling his followers that he has joined 'the ...

It was your call that brought me here!! "My family, my friends, my staff and every United fan, who filled my social media with messages!! "His style of football and coaching brings out the best in me, and I am excited by what he has told me about his plans and ambitions in Manchester." "Today I arrive at the biggest club in England, one of the biggest in the world and I just have to thank everyone who was part of this journey! [Premier League](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/latest/premier-league) bow this weekend three years after [turning down the chance](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/sport/football/man-utd-antony-man-city-27886422) to join [Manchester City](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/latest/manchester-city-fc). [Manchester United](https://www.dailystar.co.uk/latest/manchester-united-fc) supporters onside by sending a classy message - calling them 'the biggest club in England' and one of the biggest in the world.

MANCHESTER UNITED have officially made Antony their fifth summer signing, with the Brazil international joining from Ajax on transfer deadline day.

“I put my body on the line – blood, sweat and tears. I have the same personality he knows me well and knows what I'm like. “There are a lot of other players. “Erik got to know me and knows what I'm like. “What stands out about him for me is his intelligence. “Martinez has his Argentinian style, we know it well. “He's a great friend that I've made in football. I'm grateful for the faith and confidence from Erik, not just Erik but all the directors here at Manchester United. [Manchester United](/latest/manchester-united-fc) new signing Antony has opened up on his move to Old Trafford - revealing he thanked [Erik ten Hag](/latest/erik-ten-hag) for banking on him. “The way he competes, the way he plays he gives his heart and soul on the pitch. The 22-year-old has moved to the Premier League in a blockbuster £84million transfer deal. “His confidence in me grew as he got to know me better and I'm really happy and grateful to see his confidence in my game from my time at Ajax.

Minute-by-minute report: Will the Foxes escape the bottom of the table or can United continue their recent improvement? Join Rob Smyth.

A high-profile win against an improving but still eminently beatable Manchester United would reduce the noise and lift Leicester off the bottom of the table. At his best, he’s fine – I thought he was player of the match in the Europa League final, for example. They have had vile luck with injuries over the last couple of years, and their net spend since Rodgers took over in 2019 is among the lowest in the league. A year ago, Brendan Rodgers was the same odds as Erik ten Hag to succeed Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as Manchester United manager. I know he’s not the best player in the world, I know he occasionally behaves like a 25-year-old, but I bloody love James Maddison. Eventually the ball was fed into Eriksen, who dummied to go across goal and then dragged a shot past the near post. 13 min “Rob,” says Rod Wooden, “never mind about Ronaldo being on the bench against Norwich, he would probably be only a substitute for Norwich at the moment. A transfer request when he was left out at home to Norwich? “I imagine he was a bit surprised that Champions League clubs were not lining up to get him.” Dalot collected a Leicester goalkick and flipped the ball down the right to Fernandes. 18 min Maddison is starting to impose his personality on the game. I’m sorry but it is really getting on my nerves and not so much the decisions but time which just shows incompetence.”

A second 1-0 win on the road in the space of five days elevated Manchester United to fifth in the Premier League table, after five games.

It’s now three wins in a row in the league for the Reds: the first time since December 2021 that’s happened and the first time in a year that we’ve managed back-to-back top-flight away victories. After a soporific first 45 minutes in the home terraces, that one certainly helped perk up Foxes fans and the home side then grew into the game. Our no.14 is a constant option in possession and a career playing as a no.10 means he has the ability to receive the ball on the half-turn and pick out a wide range of passes. The Leicester no.9 may be 35 years old now, but he can still cause problems with his pace and had scored in this fixture four times previously. An early contender for our next Goal of the Month prize? Unfortunately, they weren’t registered in time to face the Foxes but shortly after kick-off they shared posts on social media watching BT Sport’s coverage of the game from home.

Soccer Football - Premier League - Leicester City v Manchester United - King Power Stadium, Jadon Sancho scored what proved to be the winner for Man Utd (Photo: ...

6/10. Cristiano Ronaldo 7/10. Jadon Sancho: Did brilliantly to hover in an offside position until getting onside just in time to receive Rashford’s through ball for the opening goal. Picked up a booking when stopping Dewsbury-Hall from continuing a dangerous attack, but that was the only blot on his performance. Goalbound free-kick forced De Gea into a quality save. James Maddison: Back from injury, was involved in majority of Leicester’s attacks but often lacked a cutting edge. We spoke to some players over the summer, hoping we could bring in new faces because this group needs it. We’ve been unable to do any work [in the transfer market] and it’s been very frustrating, but from tonight onwards our goal is to win games. 7/10 6/10 And then came the dirty work. United – and De Gea in particular – have often shunned that short passing in favour of the safer, more direct approach.

MANCHESTER UNITED fans have slammed the "horrendous" decision to sell James Garner to Everton with NO buy-back clause.The 21-year-old is on the brink.

Dumb board can't learn from the mistake again and again." [Everton](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/team/1196662/everton/) for just £9million with no buy-back clause!! [Garner](https://www.thesun.co.uk/who/james-garner/) - born on Merseyside - joined the Red Devils at U8s way back in 2009. [talented midfielder](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/18891518/man-utd-james-garner-erik-ten-hag-forest/) back should he succeed at Goodison. [United](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/football/team/1196656/manchester-united/) will get an initial £9million for the Englishman - with a possible £6.5m in add-ons. [transfer to Merseyside](https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/19663648/man-united-accept-everton-garner-transfer-bid/).

James Garner spent the last season and a half on loan at Nottingham Forest; the 21-year-old has now completed a £15m move to Everton; transfer window closes ...

He spent the second half of the 2020/21 season on loan at Forest. He made his first-team debut in February 2019 at the age of 17, coming on as a substitute against Crystal Palace. I like to support with goals and assists but can do the hard work, too, which is equally important. "The manager [Frank Lampard] has got a real plan for the club and for me. I know what the fans are like so I think I'll be a good fit. It's a huge step in my career and I want to help the team get better while progressing as a player.

Slovakia international goalkeeper Martin Dubravka has joined Manchester United for the rest of the 2022/23 season.

Together, they will create a high-performance environment, with each of them ready to step up and play when called upon.” My focus is now on helping Manchester United, and we’ll see what the future holds after I have given my all this season. The chance to work with David De Gea, alongside Tom Heaton, is one that I am relishing.

Martin Dubravka has fallen down the pecking order at Newcastle after the arrival of Nick Pope; Man Utd have been in the market for goalkeeper to provide ...

You can also catch up with the ins, outs and analysis on Sky Sports News. He has also earned six caps for Germany. "It is correct that I have a written offer.

Great play between Diogo Dalot, Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford resulted in the ball being threaded through to Sancho and the England international rounded ...

Maddison's curling 25-yard free-kick was tipped away by De Gea to prevent it from nestling in the top corner. Despite a relatively even opening 10 minutes, it was United who quickly put our stamp on the game. Our forward line continued to pick up great positions between the lines and Rashford played in Sancho once again but his effort was well blocked by James Justin, while Harvey Barnes whipped a shot just over the bar. A couple of touches between Dalot, Fernandes and Rashford were all that was required for Sancho to find himself in space and slot home with complete composure, for his second goal of the season. It was a confident and self-assured first-half from the Reds, but Leicester quickly grew into the game, rousing their home fans. David De Gea saved well from James Maddison's free-kick after the break, but United had the better opportunities to double our lead and were comfortable in closing out the win, which takes us up to fifth in the top-flight table.

Manchester United made it three consecutive wins as they beat Leicester City on Thursday.

Was good after coming on and linked well with Rashford down the left wing. Did well for the goal and had some good dribbles, but had spells where he flitted out of the match. A slick showing from the former Brentford man who was good on the ball and looked composed throughout. Looked good defensively and rarey misplaced a pass down the left flank. Rashford and Cristiano Ronaldo had strikes late on which went close, as the visitors ended the game as the better side. United were the better side in the first half and grabbed the only goal of the match after 22 minutes when they took advantage of some disorganised Leicester defending.

MANCHESTER UNITED take on Leicester in the Premier League on Thursday night.

And the ace bagged 18 goals in his maiden campaign back at Old Trafford. And he appears to now be planning for life without Ronaldo, with the veteran having just one more year remaining on his current United contract. And he was unable to find the back of the net or provide any assists in that time. Ronaldo has only started one match this campaign, with his apparent desire to leave and lack of match fitness seemingly getting in the way of a regular place in Erik ten Hag’s line-up. The 37-year-old then returned to pre-season training late and missed his side’s summer tour as he pushed for a move away amid links with the likes of Chelsea, Napoli, Sporting Lisbon, Marseille and AC Milan. The Red Devils signed Ronaldo for a second time last August as he returned to the Premier League following nine years with Real Madrid and three years with Juventus.

New Manchester United signing Antony will be followed to Manchester by his gorgeous girlfriend Rosilene Silva - who has been by his side at every step in ...

I’m thankful to everyone who has believed in me, especially my family, and all my coaches and team-mates, because I could not have got here without them. Rosilene has shared snaps from premier locations around Amsterdam: including fancy cocktail bars and steakhouses as well as the Johan Cruyff Arena. She from the stands as he replaced Helinho in a 1-1 draw with Gremio. It is believed they met at school in Sao Paulo - Antony rose through the ranks of Sao Paulo's youth sides. However, Rosilene now boasts just over 33,000 followers on the social media platform. Rosilene Silva has stood by the Red Devils' new boy throughout his career, having first met as teenagers.

And after Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford continued to fuel this min-revival, can the United duo now earn a place on the plane to Qatar in November?

And Fernandes was here, there and everywhere, dictating the match as he used to in his early days as a United player. Antony was not signed in time to feature here, while Casemiro started on the bench but there had been a feeling that Ten Hag was getting to grips with his task in those victories over Liverpool and Southampton. Rashford enjoyed a bright first half here but struggled after the break and may still have a lot more convincing to do but he is a favourite of Southgate, who needs more goalscoring options. And after Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford continued to fuel this min-revival, can the United duo now earn a place on the plane to Qatar in November? Sancho netted for the second time in United’s three-match winning run, after a classy assist from Rashford, as United deepened the air of despair around Leicester and piled further pressure on Foxes boss Brendan Rodgers. FROM the depths of crisis to fifth in the Premier League in the space of ten days, Erik Ten Hag’s Manchester United’s have lift-off.

THE hottest transfer saga of the summer has finally ended - Cristiano Ronaldo is staying put at Manchester United, at least until January.The Portugal.

I absolutely watched the game, every minute of it and was really happy with the win and celebrated a lot.Antony Chelsea are said to have already made a bid. Started and completed three full games in a row now, his fitness looks like it has turned a corner. I watched the game closely and attentively, what stood out was the desire, the unity of the team, the fire in their bellies, the desire to play. Equal to absolutely everything that gets thrown at him, been a standout in every single game he has played this season. It was always a matter of when and not if with regards to him finding form. Looked sluggish later in the second half though, really needs to start getting some more rest. United have options to rest him and should use them. Scored his second goal of the season, only one off his tally from last season already. Led the team well once again. The first goal, I don't think they score that if Ronaldo is on the pitch, the way that they're pressing, the intensity, the signings all making an impact as well. Yeah, you know when you talk about creating an identity - the reason they've won these last two games is the energy in the front four.Danny Higginbotham

The Reds put the work in to beat Leicester 1-0 thanks to a Jadon Sancho goal, earning a second consecutive clean sheet on the road. Ten Hag was particularly ...

"We have to see. Today he did his first training, individual, and then we have two team sessions and we will see for Sunday." When our 11 are on the pitch, we defend together and attack together." "Once Casemiro and Ronnie [Cristiano Ronaldo] get fitter and fitter, we will [have] more contributions to give to the team," he said. Ten Hag: We defended and attacked with 11 Ten Hag: We defended and attacked with 11 Video

Jadon Sancho lifted Man United past Leicester City and the Red Devils look more confident than they have in a while. But attacking concerns persist.

Once we have Cristiano Ronaldo and Casemiro getting fitter it will get better still -- we need not only a team we need a squad." Manager United manager Erik Ten Hag on the win: "It is another step forward so I am happy with that. Replacing him will be impossible, but Leicester need to find a younger striker with the ability to score as regularly as Vardy used to. [Leicester City-Man United report](/soccer/matchstats?gameId=638243) [Best/worst performers](#bestworst) [Manchester United](/soccer/team/_/id/360)'s resurrection from last season's pit of despair continues. [Highlights and notable moments](#highlights) Against Leicester, the Although Man United are now on a three-game winning streak, they have scored just five goals in their last five games. [Casemiro](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/173666/Casemiro) 7, Ronaldo 7, [Fred](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/161559/Fred) 6. For Leicester, though, the outlook is bleak. Here is ESPN's Mark Ogden with reaction and analysis:

Free highlights and match report as Jadon Sancho scores his second of the season to give Manchester United their third consecutive victory in 1-0 win over ...

Instead, it is three wins in a row and three games in which his players have been committed to the cause. I have to do the very best with the resources I have. That will please Ten Hag - the fact that it is easy to envisage Antony and Casemiro, brought on here, being slotted into this side now. Scott McTominay provided that in midfield, a dominant presence for the 45 minutes, and ahead of him there are promising signs too. Immediately, he was up and slapping the chest of the Manchester United centre-backs. I would have loved to have added five, six players to add to the quality of the group but if you can't do it I respect that. "Maybe it's too quick to say [we have turned a corner], we're happy with it, we're building a team and a squad who are sticking together, fighting for each other, they co-operate and if you do that, you get the right results. On whether new signing Antony will be involved this weekend, Ten Hag said: "We have to see [if he'll be in the squad]. "I think it's clear to see [that the squad is weaker than last year]. Players want to compete; this group has shown they can compete but we needed help and unfortunately we haven't been able to get that. "Maybe it's too quick to say [we have turned a corner]," he said. "I'm happy with the clean sheet.

JADON SANCHO flourished against Leicester on the day Man United forked out £85m for a winger.

Following his vital contribution against the Foxes, Sancho credited a full pre-season as a key factor in his improved understanding with his United team-mates. Sancho in particular continued to impress for United, following up his recent strike against Liverpool with another at the King Power. New Manchester United signing Antony has been sent a strong message by Jadon Sancho after the England international scored his second goal of the season to inspire the Red Devils to a 1-0 win over Leicester on Thursday night.

MANCHESTER UNITED signed six players for Erik ten Hag during the summer transfer window.

[Manchester United](/latest/manchester-united-fc), after a slow start, enjoyed a positive transfer window in the end. However, [Erik ten Hag](/latest/erik-ten-hag)’s rebuild is far from complete… But with the 37-year-old likely to depart on a free transfer in 12 months’ time, the Red Devils need a young striker to lead the line. [What Ten Hag has told his players about the Glazers](/sport/football/1660614/Manchester-United-transfer-news-Erik-ten-Hag-the-Glazers) [The Glazers have five reasons to sell Man Utd](/sport/football/1653855/Manchester-United-news-the-Glazers-Michael-Knighton-takeover-sell) [Fernandes sends strong message after Ten Hag destroyed him](/sport/football/1658780/Manchester-United-news-Bruno-Fernandes-Erik-ten-Hag-Liverpool-Premier-League) [Glazers ready to back Ten Hag with biggest call of all](/sport/football/1661438/Manchester-United-transfer-news-the-Glazers-Erik-ten-Hag-Cristiano-Ronaldo) While United had a good transfer window, however, more signings are required if they’re to challenge the likes of Manchester City and Liverpool for the Premier League title.

ERLING HAALAND has lit up the Premier League since joining Manchester City this summer.

The now 22-year-old went on to bag an incredible 86 goals and 23 assists in 89 games for Dortmund as he developed into one of the best strikers in the world. Haaland has started his City career in emphatic fashion and notched his second consecutive hat-trick on Wednesday night as the Citizens put Nottingham Forest to the sword. Haaland’s representatives wanted to secure a share from future sales of the player as part of a transfer deal. By the time Haaland had played his last game for the Austrian club, he had accumulated a staggering 29 goals in 27 appearances. And their failure to get their hands on the blockbuster Norway striker could be their greatest transfer mistake ever. Haaland came through the ranks at Bryne in his homeland before joining Molde in 2017.

Sancho struggled to adapt to the demands of Premier League football, however, and appeared to be starved of the confidence and bravery on the ball that marked ...

Jadon wants to come and link and play little one-twos and play decisive passes. ‘I think with the personnel United had it didn’t really suit him. ‘There’s a fantastic player there, there really is I think he’s got so much. You want to come into a new team, you want to come into one that’s really settled. Jadon looks better of the left-hand side. ‘I think it’s been difficult for him because he came into a team that was really struggling.

Owen Hargreaves has hailed new Manchester United transfer signing Antony and revealed who he will replace in the Old Trafford team.

Winning the ball back is a big thing in Ten Hag’s system and he will fit in like a glove with that.’ ‘That [Arsenal] is the real test for us, we are looking forward to it. ‘It is another step forward for us. They’ve paid a lot of money for him but I think he will be a fantastic signing. I think Man United fans are going to love him. ‘He did today his first training and then we have two more team sessions and then we will have to see for Sunday.

Former midfielder Owen Hargreaves has praised Man Utd for the "fantastic signing" of Antony from Ajax for £86m this summer.

Looking at the total picture, that frustrates you as a trainer, but also how you stand in the world. Winning the ball back is a big thing in Ten Hag’s system and he will fit in like a glove with that.” But my personal feeling is that it’s just bad.” They’ve paid a lot of money for him but I think he will be a fantastic signing. If you’re disappointed for a day or two, I understand, but at some point you’re a professional. I think Man United fans are going to love him.

Daniel Storey reviews the ins and outs, what the manager still needs to work on and hopes for the season ahead as part of his transfer window reviews for ...

Sign up [here](https://inews.co.uk/my-account) to receive the newsletter every Monday morning If that all makes United seem a little fragile, that was always going to be the case. Ten Hag has been allowed to purchase players he knows from the Eredivisie: [Antony](https://inews.co.uk/sport/football/deadline-day-transfers-premier-league-deals-transfer-window-close-today-1826814?ico=in-line_link), Tyrell Malacia, Lisandro Martinez. The exception to that transfer policy is Casemiro. Whether he still will be in two years’ time is a more awkward question. Whether that is proof of a new United age or their own organisational weaknesses probably depends on how you squint at it.

Cristiano Ronaldo was left out of the Manchester United starting XI for the third consecutive game as Erik ten Hag opted to use Marcus Rashford as the ...

[Cristiano Ronaldo](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/cristiano-ronaldo) score this season? However, with the window now closed, Ronaldo will be staying at the club and competing in the Europa League this season after United finished sixth in the [Premier League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/premier-league). He has great capabilities, so he will fit in every system or in every style." So he will fit in because he's – I don't have to explain – a great player. "Otherwise he [wouldn't be] here." Ten Hag has opted to play Marcus Rashford as the lone striker with Jadon Sancho and Anthony Elanga out wide. He has come off the bench in each of their last three matches, including the win over Leicester on Thursday night. "[We have spoken] several times, yeah. After a disastrous start to the season, United have now won their last three matches against [Liverpool](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/liverpool-fc), [Southampton](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/southampton-fc) and [Leicester](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/leicester-city-fc), moving themselves up to fifth in the meantime. [Champions League](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/champions-league). [Brighton](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/brighton-and-hove-albion-fc).

Christian Eriksen has warned his Manchester United teammates they must display a ruthless streak against Arsenal on Sunday after they nearly let Leicester ...

[Brendan Rodgers](https://metro.co.uk/tag/brendan-rodgers/?ico=auto_link_sport_P3_LNK1)’ struggling side improved after the break and United were indebted to goalkeeper David de Gea for preserving the lead as the Red Devils clung on to record their third straight win. ‘I think we should have [killed the game], it was similar to Southampton. [Erik ten Hag teases Antony debut against Arsenal after Manchester United beat Leicester](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/01/leicester-vs-man-utd-erik-ten-hag-teases-antony-debut-vs-arsenal-17286439/?ico=more_text_links) [Owen Hargreaves heaps praise on ‘fantastic’ Antony and tips £86m signing to go straight into Manchester United team](https://metro.co.uk/2022/09/02/man-utd-news-owen-hargreaves-reveals-who-antony-will-replace-ajax-transfer-17287076/?ico=more_text_links) [Privacy Policy](https://metro.co.uk/privacypolicy/) [Manchester United](https://metro.co.uk/tag/manchester-united-fc/?ico=auto_link_sport_P1_LNK1) teammates they must display a ruthless streak against Arsenal on Sunday after they nearly let [Leicester City](https://metro.co.uk/tag/leicester-city-fc/?ico=auto_link_sport_P1_LNK2) off the hook last night.

The Brazilian was one of two deadline-day additions to the Dutchman's squad, joining alongside loan signing Martin Dubravka from Newcastle United. Antony ...

“So, this is a good test and I’m really looking forward [to it]. Here's your chance to see every minute of the match... Our no.9 has missed the last two outings with an injury that he sustained during a positive second-half cameo in the recent victory over Liverpool.

Hear from the boss as he chats about team news, the transfer window and the trip to Old Trafford.

That is the only reason why we are here, and we have to continue to do that. We have obviously tried to get everything done that we can, and sometimes you have to get the right balance. Yesterday it was a real possibility and we tried, but then we kept the decision to say that it has to be the right player for the team and for the club. I think we have learned a lot from that and there's still the players that we have to get out. We have gone through things like that when we hadn’t won at Stamford Bridge for 20 or something years, but you need to believe that you will do that. We have to go into the market and the other teams and coaches are going to tell you how good you are, what your value is and what you’ve done. The attitude of the player is there and he’s really disappointed to be out again as you can imagine, and the team needs him when he’s back. He called me really late last night and it was more of a conversation that we used to have when we were teammates and really good friends. There is nothing else we can do, we have an academy as well that we have to use, and we’ll try to utilise the players in the best possible way. Then we had to react in the market and we tried, but at the end of the day we have to bring in the player that we feel is right for the team and for the club and we didn’t manage to do that. I think that there have been moments when the history and the media were talking about it, and the special rivalry between certain players built a certain momentum into it. No, we had a lot of things still to do in the squad, you see the amount of departures, compared to the number we have recruited.

Read a full transcript - and watch the video - after Erik ten Hag briefed the media for Manchester United's home game against Arsenal.

We will pick the right XI to start but as you see, it’s not only a team, we have a squad and also, today, the subs who came on did really well so I’m happy with that. “No, it is an option but also, I have to think, I have seen Arsenal, a tough opponent, they have started really well as we all know in the season and you can see there is a team who are [a] long [time] together, with a coach who brings his philosophy in the team. “I think it’s about formation, about getting and creating lines and then making the right decisions.

TV info, the latest team news, a form guide and more is included in our preview to Sunday's Premier League showdown.

Wolves v Southampton (15:00) Tottenham v Fulham (15:00) Here is the full schedule... Last weekend also marked the 11-year anniversary of our historic 8-2 victory in the fixture. United triumphed 3-2 in a memorable game against Arsenal when this fixture was last played at Old Trafford, back in December 2021. Arsenal's tone-setting 2-0 win over Crystal Palace on the opening day was followed by 4-2 and 3-0 victories over Leicester and Bournemouth, respectively. Despite losing our opening game 2-1 to Brighton, followed by a heavy 4-0 defeat on the road to Brentford, the Reds bounced back against Merseyside rivals Liverpool. The Swede was part of our matchday squad in the Midlands and could be again on Sunday. Victor Lindelof returned to training before the Leicester game, but did not feature at the King Power Stadium. United fans are eagerly awaiting the debut of new signing Antony, whose arrival was announced on Thursday’s transfer deadline day. Pre-match coverage will start at 15:25 BST on Sunday and will be followed by live radio commentary during the 90 minutes. Jadon Sancho scored the only goal in Thursday evening's clash with Leicester as we registered a second successive clean sheet on the road.

Manchester United summer signings Antony and Casemiro could be included from the start when the Red Devils play host to Arsenal on Sunday.

But after being backed in the market with the signings of Antony and Casemiro, in particular, he will be expected to stamp his impression on the club going forward. Arsenal could be the first time the Dutchman gets to play all of his outfield signings at once this season. The Brazil forward has been given clearance to play - but Ten Hag will assess his fitness, along with [fellow countryman Casemiro](https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/kleberson-fred-eight-brazilians-man-utd-antony-transfer-talk/bltde128cbe042a84fb), before making any selection decisions.