Author: Shaun Connolly

  • Manchester United targeting Championship for midfield alternative

    Manchester United targeting Championship for midfield alternative

    Following the suggestion that Manchester United will turn their attention away from Manuel Ugarte, the Championship has become a viable option for an alternative. Sir Jim Ratcliffe has targeted an ambitious rebuild, with multiple positions under consideration during the summer window. A dynamic defensive midfielder remains a top priority, but the injury to Leny…

  • Harry Amass | The latest Manchester United teenage sensation

    Harry Amass | The latest Manchester United teenage sensation

    With the perennial pre-season festivities in the history books, Manchester United are preparing for a Community Shield outing and Harry Amass has played himself into consideration. The teenager featured across all five summer outings, providing a small sample of his undeniable skillset. While Erik ten Hag has publicly acknowledged a necessity for improvement, his…

  • The perplexities of a Manchester United pre-season

    The perplexities of a Manchester United pre-season

    After a mandatory pre-season venture that brought a youthful Manchester United squad to America, the naysayers have emerged in droves. It shouldn’t surprise anybody, considering many were lying in wait following a disappointing FA Cup final victory against Manchester City. But, while a whos-who list of European greats falters at various summer hurdles, the…

  • Defeat for Manchester United in final pre-season outing against Liverpool

    Defeat for Manchester United in final pre-season outing against Liverpool

    Manchester United ended their pre-season American tour with a 3-0 defeat at the hands of Liverpool. Erik ten Hag and Arne Slot reignited their rivalry ahead of the Premier League season at the magnificent Williams-Brice Stadium. Despite an unfavourable result, United enjoyed plenty of possession and created multiple opportunities – frustratingly failing to find…

  • Manchester United to face Liverpool in final pre-season fixture

    Manchester United to face Liverpool in final pre-season fixture

    The pre-season schedule has been eventful for Manchester United, with Erik ten Hag’s side aiming to see off Liverpool in their final outing. Two of the Premier League’s top sides will meet in South Carolina, with an entertaining evening in store for those at the Williams-Brice Stadium. It will be the first encounter between…

  • Manchester United targeting highly-rated Real Madrid defender

    Manchester United targeting highly-rated Real Madrid defender

    During a summer window where Manchester United beat Real Madrid to the signing of Leny Yoro, the Premier League side has set their sights on the Spanish giants academy. Madrid are cultivating a formidable first team with an array of talent in their ranks. When focusing on the academy, 16-year-old defender Joan Martinez has…

  • Manchester United reportedly considering a move for Ivan Toney

    Manchester United reportedly considering a move for Ivan Toney

    Following a frustrating injury to Rasmus Hojlund, Manchester United chiefs are reportedly considering a move for Ivan Toney. The Brentford man has a year left on his deal, with ample suggestion he has opted to test himself in different waters. A lack of suitors has presented an unwanted predicament for The Bees, with senior…

  • Manchester United open to the sale of Scott McTominay

    Manchester United open to the sale of Scott McTominay

    Sir Jim Ratcliffe is completing a calculated facelift of Manchester United, with senior officials open to the sale of Scott McTominay. Having acquired Joshua Zirkzee and Leny Yoro, the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules dictate the necessity for outgoings for further business. With moves for Noussair Mazraoui and Matthijs de Ligt dependent on…

  • Theatre of Red official podcast | Episode 13 | Daniel Nardiello

    Theatre of Red official podcast | Episode 13 | Daniel Nardiello

    The Theatre of Red Podcast The Theatre of Red official podcast is a Manchester United supporter-based platform providing exclusive content. Shaun Connolly delivers a weekly segment touching on fixtures, results, players and managers, coaches and ownership, and more. In episode 13, Shaun speaks with former Manchester United player Daniel Nardiello about Old Trafford, injuries, signings,…

  • Betis, boots and business | A standard Wednesday for Manchester United

    Betis, boots and business | A standard Wednesday for Manchester United

    With images surfacing of Leny Yoro’s protective boot, it is business as usual for Manchester United ahead of a fourth pre-season fixture against Real Betis. While supporters await confirmation about the significance of the Frenchman’s issue, the nature of Rasmus Hojlund’s condition is also unclear. Both stars sustained injuries during the 2-1 LA defeat…