Al-Ittihad have decided against pursuing a move for Manchester United winger Jadon Sancho, despite previously considering him as a potential transfer option.
The Saudi Pro League club had assessed Sancho as a possible attacking reinforcement. However, after further consideration, Al-Ittihad believe other player profiles would be better suited to their needs.
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Jamie Carragher described Manchester United’s 5-2 victory over Ipswich Town as a “throwback” to the club’s best days after Bruno Fernandes’ hat-trick secured their first win of the season.
Manchester United fell behind at Old Trafford when Leif Davis opened the scoring. Bruno Fernandes equalised before half-time, and Ruben Amorim’s side took complete control after the break.
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Gary Neville has warned that Manchester United’s defensive weaknesses could undermine Michael Carrick unless the club strengthens its squad before the transfer window closes.
The Sky Sports pundit believes Manchester United should sign both a centre-back and a full-back before Tuesday’s transfer deadline.
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Juventus have submitted an offer to Manchester United for Joshua Zirkzee, according to Gianluca Di Marzio, with talks between the two clubs now progressing.
The Italian side have proposed an initial loan fee of around €2.
Match of the Day pundits Ellen White and Shay Given discuss the refereeing controversy at Old Trafford after Harry Maguire’s handball was deemed accidental, allowing Jacob Greaves’ own goal to stand.
Match report: Manchester United 5-2 Ipswich Town
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Match of the Day pundit Ellen White described Manchester United midfielder Bruno Fernandes as “unbelievable” after his hat-trick helped the club complete a 5-2 comeback win against Ipswich Town.
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Bruno Fernandes endured a difficult start to the season, featuring among several Manchester United players who performed well below their usual standards in a shock 2-0 defeat at Hull City.
His fortunes changed significantly on Tuesday, when Fernandes was named the PFA Players’ Player of the Year for his outstanding contribution to United’s return to the Champions League after a two-year absence. The midfielder also set a Premier League record with 21 assists last season.
Before United’s match against Ipswich, Fernandes walked onto the pitch alongside the sons of PC Matthew Blades, who was tragically killed in a recent head-on collision on the A66 near Middlesbrough.
Fernandes had little influence during the early stages of the game as the home side fell behind to Gary O’Neil’s team. However, he made the most of his opportunities when they arrived.
The 31-year-old first produced a powerful finish to equalise after Marcelino Nunez slipped under no pressure, allowing Matheus Cunha a clear run at the Ipswich goal and the chance to set up his captain.
Fernandes then held his nerve to convert a penalty in front of the Stretford End and put United 3-1 ahead after an hour. Given that he had missed two penalties during pre-season, the spot-kick carried significant personal pressure.
Seven minutes later, Fernandes completed his third hat-trick for United. His goals might all have been overshadowed, however, if he had found the net with an audacious 55-yard effort immediately after Ipswich lost possession following the restart.
Goalkeeper Kjell Scherpen was forced to backpedal rapidly and was relieved to see the ball land on top of his net rather than in it.
“He means a lot,” said Carrick, when asked to sum up Fernandes’ contribution.
“I mean, he’s the captain. He’s been here for a good number of years now and experienced a whole load of different emotions.
“Times like today, when you’re looking towards certain players to give us that little bit of something else, he did particularly well.”
Ipswich Town manager Gary O’Neil has questioned the handball rule after a loophole allowed Harry Maguire’s handling offence to stand as a Jacob Greaves own goal.
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Manchester United manager Michael Carrick said he was “really pleased” with his team after Bruno Fernandes’ hat-trick inspired a 5-2 comeback win over Ipswich Town.
The victory came after Manchester United’s defeat on the opening day of the season last weekend.
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Bruno Fernandes scored a hat-trick as Manchester United recovered from an early scare to beat Ipswich Town 5-2 at Old Trafford.
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