manutdnews.com

Manchester United take on Tottenham Hotspur on the road in Saturday’s Premier League clash.

The Red Devils are unbeaten in the last four league games with three wins and one draw.

They are only goal difference behind Spurs, while just one point separates them from the top four.

Ahead of tomorrow’s game in north London, Amorim was asked plenty of questions by the media. One of those was focused on the future of Casemiro, whose contract expires next summer.

The Red Devils have an option to prolong his stay. When asked about the 12-month extension clause, Amorim said that his goal is to continue with Casemiro and Harry Maguire next season.

The Portuguese tactician added that he is ‘really happy’ with Casemiro and Maguire, but has no idea what is going to happen. A decision could be made at the end of the ongoing campaign.

He said in the embargoed section of Thursday’s presser: “Yeah, we don’t know what is going to happen. My goal is to continue to count with Casemiro, with Harry Maguire.

“He has the same problem [Maguire]. I don’t know what is going to happen. Let’s focus on this season.

“I am really happy with Casemiro. He is really important. I am really happy with Harry.

“I know what you guys are asking [about possible renewals]. Let’s focus on this season and then we will see.”

Casemiro endured a tough time when Amorim first arrived in November last year. He was out of the picture for a starting role for several months due to his limited mobility.

However, the £70 million signing managed to regain the manager’s confidence during the final phase of last season and has been almost ever-present in the number six role this campaign.

United have picked up 16 points in Casemiro’s last six starts in the league. He has made four goal contributions from nine appearances in the English top-flight this season.

He has become an indispensable figure, and it is unsurprising that Amorim wants to keep him.

Similarly, Maguire has had a superb turnaround under Amorim’s tutelage. The manager has personally said that the £80 million signing is most effective in the middle of a back three.

With two centre-backs alongside him, the Englishman does not need to move out of position to make defensive contributions. The 32-year-old is thereby ‘more comfortable’ in his role.

Maguire is no longer in his prime but would be a good rotational player if he extends his stay beyond June 2026. He has the ability to step up in the big games and recently scored the winner at Liverpool.

We have predicted him to start against Tottenham tomorrow. He could be key to nullifying Micky van de Ven’s aerial presence from set pieces, and could also pose a scoring threat in the opposition box.

Stats from Transfermarkt.com

Manchester United take on Tottenham Hotspur on the road in Saturday’s early Premier League kick-off.

Ahead of the game, manager Ruben Amorim has an injury-free squad at his disposal.

Lisandro Martinez is the only player who won’t be in contention to face Spurs.

The Argentine has just returned from a lengthy knee injury lay-off. He could be given more time on the training ground and could make his comeback after the international break.

Looking at possible changes for Saturday, we anticipate Mason Mount and Patrick Dorgu will come into the starting line-up, with Benjamin Sesko and Diogo Dalot dropping to the bench.

We believe there could be one more change in the heart of the defence. Harry Maguire was back in the matchday squad last weekend after missing the Brighton & Hove Albion game due to injury.

The £11.4 million-rated star did not play a single minute against Nottingham Forest at City Ground, but could be reinstated into the starting XI against Spurs, having ‘trained this week‘ at Carrington.

Spurs have a good recent record against United, with five wins and two draws in their last seven outings. The Red Devils have lost four in a row, including the 2025 Europa League final in Bilbao.

Tottenham’s main goalscoring threat this season has come through centre-back Micky van de Ven, who has already netted six times. Three of those goals have come through headers in the box.

Matthijs de Ligt has done incredibly well in aerial challenges this campaign, but Amorim may want the extra assurance of Maguire, who tends to bring out his best during the big matches.

The experienced ace has won an impressive 70 percent of his aerial duels this campaign. He could nullify Van de Ven’s set-piece threat and also provide a scoring outlet, as he had against Liverpool at Anfield.

We anticipate Maguire to start in the middle of the back three on Saturday with Matthijs de Ligt and Luke Shaw on either side of him. Leny Yoro looks the likely candidate to drop to the bench.

Stats from Transfermarkt.com & Sofascore.com

Manchester United will travel to London to face Tottenham Hotspur in a high-stakes Premier League showdown on Saturday.

The Red Devils are unbeaten in their last four games and will be desperate to extend that run with another crucial three points to continue climbing the league table.

Tottenham bounced back from two consecutive league defeats with a ruthless 4–0 demolition of FC Copenhagen in midweek.

Both sides will view this encounter as a potential six-pointer and a golden opportunity to make a statement in the top-four race.

United head coach Ruben Amorim masterminded a clever tactical plan in the 2–1 win over Liverpool and will once again aim to outsmart his counterpart Thomas Frank.

We believe Amorim could freshen things up with two key changes to his starting XI.

Mason Mount for Benjamin Sesko

Benjamin Sesko has impressed with his displays and already has two goals and one assist in less than 600 minutes of league action.

His tall frame and sharp movement have added a new dimension to United’s attack.

Amorim is a great believer in horses for courses and this clash feels perfectly suited for Mason Mount’s inclusion.

The former Chelsea man is known for his superb work rate, both on and off the ball.

Chelsea have already shown how Tottenham can be smothered with an intense high press.

Mount is a tireless presser and his mobile presence may force Spurs to make mistakes in their own half.

The 26-year-old scored a goal against Sunderland before putting on a composed performance at Anfield.

He suffered a knock but still made it to the bench against Brighton & Hove Albion and Nottingham Forest.

Deploying Mount in a false-nine role could give United more fluidity up front, with Sesko providing a powerful option off the bench in the second half.

Patrick Dorgu for Diogo Dalot

Dalot has failed to impress in recent games and was culpable for Forest’s second goal last weekend.

When the ball fell invitingly inside the six-yard box, Dalot hesitated instead of clearing his lines, allowing Forest to pounce.

While his presence allows Amad Diallo to push higher up the right flank, it might be time for Amorim to hand Patrick Dorgu his chance.

The Danish full-back has impressed in limited minutes, showcasing his ability to surge up and down the left flank with energy and confidence.

If he can refine his final ball and improve his crossing consistency, Dorgu could become a genuine attacking weapon for United.

Stats from Fotmob.com

Manchester United could not extend their three-match winning run after a 2-2 Premier League draw at Nottingham Forest on Saturday.

The Red Devils went into the game with form and momentum on their side.

Casemiro opened the scoring with a towering header from a corner in the opening half, and United deserved their 1-0 lead at the break.

However, things went pear-shaped shortly after the interval. A couple of defensive mishaps allowed Forest to score twice in just 102 seconds.

A stunning long-range strike from Amad Diallo put United level in the 81st minute, but they could not find a late winner at City Ground.

Amad almost scored in the closing minutes, but Forest centre-back Murillo came up with a splendid goal-line clearance for Sean Dyche’s side.

The Ivorian was undoubtedly the man of the match for his crucial goal. He made amends for his defensive mishaps earlier in the encounter.

However, there were several underperformers. We were particularly disappointed with Diogo Dalot, who was caught asleep for both goals.

The Portuguese has been deployed as a left wing-back by manager Ruben Amorim in recent weeks, but his positioning was poor yesterday.

Dalot won just three out of eight duels contested and lost possession on 12 occasions.

The £25 million-rated star did make four recoveries and three clearances, but much of the hard work was outdone after Forest’s quick double after the half-time break.

Dalot, who received a 4/10 rating from Goal, was eventually replaced by Patrick Dorgu in the 68th minute. In our view, he must be dropped from the XI next weekend.

With Amad’s redemption at right wing-back, he should keep his starting role going forward.

Dalot is not a natural on the opposite end. Dorgu has the tendency to lose possession, but he has a better work rate and positional sense.

The Dane should be reinstated at left wing-back when the Red Devils take on Tottenham Hotspur on the road before the international break.

Stats from Transfermarkt.com & Sofascore.com

Bryan Mbeumo is certainly the biggest piece of transfer business done by Manchester United this summer, although there’s not much to choose from.

After a tedious process that involved multiple rejected bids, the Red Devils finally landed their man in a whopping £71 million deal.

United will pay an initial £65m plus an additional £6m in bonuses.

Mbeumo is a statement signing for United, coming off their worst season in more than half a century, but getting the deal over the line was the furthest thing from simple.

Negotiations dragged on for 44 days. There were twists, tension, rumours, and attempted hijacks, with Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United entering the fray later on.

There were even whispers that Arsenal were looking to join the party, but Mbeumo had his priorities straight since the transfer saga began.

From the moment United made their first offer, the Cameroon international had his heart set on a move to Old Trafford.

The back-and-forth between Brentford and United tested patience on all sides, with reports claiming that the Bees were trying to steer Mbeumo towards signing for Spurs or Newcastle instead.

However, he remained focused, calm, confident, and professional throughout the process.

“No [I never feared it would not happen],” he told The National. “I always trust the people around me, and I was convinced that it was going to happen.”

While on holiday, Mbeumo tried to switch off, knowing that any deal would take some time. His future was still up in the air when he returned for pre-season at Brentford, but he never doubted the outcome.

“The transfer windows can be long, they can be short. So you have to be patient, and just try to keep thinking positively about things,” he added.

“I just wanted to rest mentally and physically. If it was going to happen, it was going to happen.”

Mbeumo was always clear that he wanted to join United, but he still kept an open mind.

He spoke with Tottenham boss Thomas Frank, who was keen to reunite with him in North London after bringing him to England and turning him into a goalscoring machine.

He also spoke to Newcastle head coach Eddie Howe. Both clubs could offer him Champions League football, but he only wanted United.

“Of course, I spoke to some other managers because I wanted to hear their projects, but the Manchester United one was very good for me,” he said.

“I think I’m someone who likes a challenge. There is a very good project in Manchester and I wanted to be part of it. Manchester is a big club. I think it’s a great opportunity.”

Manchester United winger Alejandro Garnacho could move to Chelsea or Tottenham Hotspur this summer amid his preference to play Champions League football with a Premier League club.

The Argentina international has fallen out of favour under manager Ruben Amorim and has been told to find a new club during the ongoing transfer window. He won’t be part of the US pre-season tour.

ESPN now report that Aston Villa manager Unai Emery considers Garnacho as a useful player to add to his squad, but the 21-year-old has the desire to play Champions League football next campaign.

Furthermore, he is also keen on staying in the Premier League. Chelsea have been keeping tabs on him, but may need to offload a couple of players first – Christopher Nkunku and Nicolas Jackson.

In our view, the Blues could go head-to-head with Spurs to sign the United graduate this summer.

Chelsea & Spurs could compete for Garnacho’s services

The Blues were first linked with Garnacho at the start of the year. His representative was spotted at Stamford Bridge during a Premier League game against Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Nothing materialised in the end due to United’s high valuation. The Red Devils were seeking at least £70 million for the attacker, but they have now lowered the price tag to just £40m, according to ESPN.

With Chelsea back in the Champions League, Garnacho should be tempted to join them. The prospect of playing in the elite European club competition while staying in London could be his aim.

Spurs are also monitoring the highly-rated winger, as per The Telegraph. The north London giants reportedly made a shock enquiry for Garnacho towards the transfer deadline last winter.

The club were not a lucrative destination for him at the time, but their Europa League final triumph against the Red Devils has guaranteed their spot in next season’s Champions League campaign.

This could turn the tables in their favour if they are prepared to compete with the Blues. Spurs manager Thomas Frank could lure Garnacho with the assurance of a regular starting role on the left wing.

Garnacho could get the nod ahead of Mathys Tel and Richarlison. Captain Heung-min Son is no longer in his prime, and there is a possibility that he could head for the exit door in the coming weeks.

At Chelsea, he may not be guaranteed a starting position with competition from Jamie Gittens, Pedro Neto among others. Gittens was only recently signed from Borussia Dortmund.