The drama of Fabinho brutally snubbing Manchester United in the transfer window continues. We’re also told about Harry Maguire’s misery, the knockout of Cristiano Ronaldo by Bruno Fernandes, and Christian Eriksen’s possible move to Old Trafford. This is all news worth knowing, but what should you do?
Fabinho brutally snubs Man Utd’s transfer business
The Liverpool midfielder has admitted that he would be tempted by a move to Manchester United in the transfer window. Manchester United have been linked with Fabinho in the past, but failed to sign him. Fabinho has previously been linked with Arsenal. However, reports in Sky Sports suggest that they had failed to sign the player before his move to Liverpool.
Fabinho is likely to be available in January, but it’s unlikely that Manchester United will be able to justify paying that much for a bit-part player. Inter Milan and Juventus are both in the running to sign the Brazilian, and Chinese clubs are also interested in signing him. Meanwhile, Manchester City are reportedly plotting to sign Fabinho from AS Monaco. They were very close to signing the Brazilian last summer, but couldn’t do it due to the lack of a corresponding offload for Matteo Darmian.
Harry Maguire’s misery
After a torrid season for Manchester United, Harry Maguire may be in line to lose his captaincy and start in the top flight next season. The English defender has made more errors than any other player at the club since returning from Juventus last summer. However, despite his erratic performances, Manchester United have not backed away from their wasteful investment in the young defender.
The England centre-back has played more minutes for Manchester United since joining the Premier League in January, more than any other player. He has played 2,400 minutes in all competitions and is on the verge of being out for the season. Ajax long-term target Donny van de Beek could offer Fernandes a break, but he is unlikely to be available until the end of the season.
Maguire’s lacklustre form has blighted his time at Manchester United, as he was booed by supporters at Wembley and his family had to flee after a bomb threat threatened their home. Although he has publicly stated that he is happy at Barca, his lacklustre form prompted many to question his future at the club. If Maguire had been unhappy at Manchester United, he would have communicated his displeasure to Ten Hag. However, the booing only occurred in the first half, which suggests he was playing well enough to avoid such a reaction.
Bruno Fernandes’ knocking out Cristiano Ronaldo
Brazil midfielder Bruno Fernandes has given us the inside track on his penalty and free-kick pedigree. The former Barcelona and Real Madrid man has made a big impact at Manchester United and is now a key part of the Red Devils’ midfield. Ronaldo, who was a key player in the club’s recent treble, is a proven goal-scorer, but his impact has been limited to his own personal efforts.
There are several questions that must be answered before Manchester United can achieve a comeback in the Champions League. The team’s tactical structure is being questioned, and so are the individual performances. But the performance of Bruno Fernandes may well have sparked more questions than answers. In this article, we will look at the Brazilian’s impact on the Manchester United side after the defeat.
Despite his frustrating afternoon at Old Trafford, Ronaldo still managed to score a brace. In the first half, Cristiano Ronaldo had been a constant threat, but Fernandes’ tame effort was a crucial miss for the Portuguese. As he was poised to head the ball home, he must have spotted Ronaldo waiting to tap the ball home. Fortunately, Ben Foster had made a fine save to deny the Portuguese striker.
Christian Eriksen joining Manchester United
The decision to sign Christian Eriksen from Brentford is a surprise to many, but the Danish playmaker is one of Europe’s best creators and could be just what the Red Devils need. Eriksen’s stats so far are impressive, with 52 goals and 71 assists in the Premier League. At Brentford, he played just 11 games, scoring one goal and providing four assists. Nevertheless, his performances there won him universal acclaim.
The Danish international is a free agent following the expiry of his contract with Brentford. Eriksen had a cardioverter defibrillator fitted after Euro 2020 and is now fighting with the London club to keep him. The Danish international signed a contract with Brentford last summer and was free to leave the club the following summer, though the club are keen to keep him. Having undergone a successful heart transplant, Eriksen’s health has become an issue, but he is eager to play for Manchester United.
Eriksen’s arrival has caused quite a stir among fans. It seems that most of United fans have reacted well to the news, but some have voiced doubts. The Danish international did not seem like a nostalgic player, and some have questioned whether or not he can link up with Cristiano Ronaldo at Manchester United. However, Eriksen’s qualities will only be fully expressed when there are other talented players around him. He and Ronaldo have excellent football brains, which is a key factor in their ability to link up well.
Harry Maguire’s captaincy
There are a number of reasons why Maguire could be under threat as United’s captain. The England international has not played well for Manchester United in recent months and has even been jeered while playing for his country. He also had his home evacuated after a bomb threat was made, and now he is playing for Barca. In response to the crisis, incoming manager Erik ten Hag could face a difficult decision as he attempts to fix the dysfunctional dressing room. However, he could simply try to get the players to decide on their captain, a method which Pep Guardiola used at Manchester City.
One solution is for Maguire to abdicate his captaincy and focus on his own form. As the United captain, Maguire needs to focus on improving his game and his form, which is vital to the club’s future. Then, he can hand the armband to a teammate who craves it. However, passing the armband to a teammate is not a sign of weakness.
David de Gea
David de Gea has had a poor season for Manchester United, finishing sixth in the Premier League and being relegated to the Europa League. His team lost twelve of their 38 top-flight games, including 4-0 defeats to Liverpool and Brighton. However, the Spaniard was never really trusted in goal by Sir Alex Ferguson, and the suggestion that his poor performances are contributing to the troubles is unfounded.
The former England defender was the centre of a defensive miscue against Liverpool. Maguire was unable to clear his lines as he collided with Luke Shaw for Liverpool’s opener. His performances have been mixed since his return to Old Trafford, with the club claiming to have bought him from Hull City and Sheffield United. Although he has scored a couple of goals in the Premier League, he has failed to impress the Red Devils in a big way.
In the meantime, David de Gea must be a major concern. The keeper has failed to deliver as expected this season, with a number of lapses in concentration causing him to miss three or four games. The Spaniard is in a crisis but should be able to remain calm. Until he is ready for the next step, the keeper will have to do without a rest.
Bruno Fernandes
After a 4-0 defeat to Liverpool, Manchester United were forced to restructure their squad to address the problems in the midfield. The Portuguese winger joined the club from Barcelona in January 2020, bringing quality and urgency to a side that was lacking in both. However, fans have grown impatient with Fernandes’ tactical approach. They believe that the Brazilian is too risky, preferring to play hopeless passes into the box. The best players know when to switch between these two approaches, and Fernandes needs to be given a chance to prove that he is capable of switching from one to the other.
During Manchester United’s recent Champions League loss, Bruno Fernandes had a clear understanding of what he had to deliver, but also had to defend the players. He was not a happy camper, and his performance in the match was so mediocre that it was unsurprising for fans. Fernandes, who had just signed a new long-term deal worth PS250,000 a week, was questioned by some in the press after the match, but he still managed to maintain a polite face. In a post-match interview, he admitted that Manchester United were not up to scratch, saying that fans deserve better. He also said that the team he had brought to Manchester United had left nothing on the pitch.
Paddy Pimblett
The Irishman’s love for Liverpool is reflected in his love of MMA and he has reportedly fought one of the best fighters in the world, UFC superstar Paddy Pimblett. Earlier this month, Pimblett made his UFC debut, knocking out Luigi Vendramini in the first round in Las Vegas. He claimed that he would fight one Premier League player in his lifetime, and was not disappointed.
