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Antonio Conte Reportedly Contacted by Manchester United as Michael Carrick Faces Pressure

Admin — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 22:25:25 +0000

Manchester United have reportedly made first contact with Antonio Conte, according to Italian outlet Calciomercato. The report describes the 57-year-old as the club’s leading target should they part company with Michael Carrick. Why Is Michael Carrick Under Pressure at Manchester United? United have collected five points from their opening five Premier League fixtures. They lost 2-0 at newly promoted Hull City, fell 1-0 at Old Trafford to a ten-man Manchester City, then drew 1-1 with Fulham. A Carabao Cup exit at Brighton, after squandering a two-goal lead, added to the gloom. Some reports suggest the club will not act rashly during the international break, while others claim the axe could fall if results do not improve before November. Has Manchester United Really Contacted Antonio Conte? Calciomercato says initial approaches were made to gauge his availability, yet English reports citing sources close to the club insist no contact has taken place. Nothing is confirmed. Conte has been without a club since leaving Napoli in May. He won the Scudetto there in 2024/25 and the Supercoppa Italiana last December, having also claimed the Premier League title with Chelsea in 2016/17. Juventus have been linked with him too. Other Managers Linked With the [...]

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Man Utd Monitor Crystal Palace Left-Back Tyrick Mitchell as Luke Shaw Competition

Admin — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 22:16:48 +0000

Manchester United are reportedly tracking Crystal Palace defender Tyrick Mitchell, with a January approach a genuine possibility, according to Football Insider. Why Man Utd Need a Left-Back United strengthened in midfield this summer through Youri Tielemans, Carlos Baleba and Andrey Santos, yet no serious rival for Luke Shaw arrived on the left. Shaw started every Premier League game in 2025/26 without injury, but he has already missed three matches this term, reviving old concerns. Patrick Dorgu, meanwhile, looks more natural higher up the pitch and struggled at left-back against Manchester City this month. Tyrick Mitchell’s Contract Situation Mitchell’s deal at Selhurst Park expires next summer, although Palace are hopeful the academy graduate will extend. The Conference League holders are working hard to keep him. If talks stall, a January fee could undercut his £21.4million Transfermarkt valuation. Manchester City, for context, paid £20million for Marc Guehi last winter with his contract running down. Mitchell vs Shaw by the Numbers Last season Mitchell averaged nearly three tackles, five recoveries and 4.5 duels won per Premier League game. Shaw managed two tackles, three recoveries and 4.4 duels. Now 27, Mitchell has mostly played as a left wing-back, though he began his career as [...]

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Chelsea and Arsenal Eye January Move for Feyenoord’s Gjivai Zechiël

Admin — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 22:12:16 +0000

Chelsea and Arsenal are reportedly monitoring Feyenoord midfielder Gjivai Zechiël ahead of the January transfer window, according to Caught Offside. The Dutch club are said to value the 22-year-old at around £26m (€30m), which sets up a potential transfer battle. Why Chelsea Need Midfield Reinforcements Chelsea let Andrey Santos and Enzo Fernandez depart this summer, yet Jordan Henderson was their only midfield arrival. Dario Essugo, who battled fitness issues after arriving from Sporting CP, has since joined Strasbourg on loan. That leaves Xabi Alonso with Henderson, Moisés Caicedo, Romeo Lavia and Valentin Barco as recognised holding options. Caicedo has recently been sidelined, while Lavia has struggled with injuries since moving from Southampton. Alonso has even had to deploy right-backs Reece James and Malo Gusto in central areas, suggesting fresh reinforcements could be on the agenda. Arsenal Also Keeping Tabs Arsenal are reportedly tracking Zechiël too. Mikel Arteta’s side signed Bruno Guimaraes and sold Christian Norgaard to Everton in the summer, but the Gunners boss is thought to want additional depth in that area. Feyenoord Set Firm Price Lille tabled a formal offer for Zechiël this summer, but Feyenoord rejected it and retained him. With his contract running until 2028, the [...]

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Man Utd Make Contact for River Plate Goalkeeper Santiago Beltran, Who Is Also Wanted by Inter Milan

Admin — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 22:05:52 +0000

Manchester United have reportedly made an initial approach for River Plate goalkeeper Santiago Beltran, with Inter Milan also keen on the 21-year-old. The claim comes from ESPN Argentina journalist Gustavo Yarroch. Why Man Utd Want Another Goalkeeper Karl Darlow joined from Leeds United on a free transfer this summer and made his debut in the Carabao Cup third-round tie against Brighton & Hove Albion. The Welshman did not look convincing, and United may want a stronger option to challenge Senne Lammens in the Premier League and Champions League. Yarroch says United have enquired about Beltran, whose River contract expires in December next year. River are negotiating an extension, but a move to Europe is expected eventually, with Inter Milan waiting in the wings. Santiago Beltran’s Stats and Strengths Beltran broke through in 2026 and has already made 39 appearances in all competitions. He boasts a 70 per cent save success rate in the Argentine top flight and has completed 70 per cent of his passes. Reports highlight sharp reflexes, secure handling and a strong presence from set-pieces, although he still has room to improve. What It Means for Lammens, Darlow and Heaton Lammens has been the league’s undisputed number one [...]

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