When a coach hailed as a "legend" in the football world repeatedly declines invitations from top clubs, what lies behind this? Is it a protection of his own status or disdain for the current state of certain teams? Zinedine Zidane's "indifferent attitude" towards Manchester United has once again sparked heated discussions. Why can't the "Red Devils" attract this "triple crown" coach? Zidane, who wrote history with three consecutive Champions League titles at Real Madrid, is considered one of the few "legendary coaches" in the football world. His brilliant record as both a player and a coach has made countless clubs eager to have him. However, since leaving Real Madrid in 2021, he has not accepted any coaching invitations. Manchester United, as a traditional powerhouse in the Premier League, has experienced frequent changes in managers in recent years. Whether it was Mourinho, Solskjaer, or Ten Hag, none of them were able to bring about a true revival for the team. Naturally, Zidane became a multiple-time target for Manchester United. As early as the Mourinho era, Manchester United extended an olive branch to Zidane, and in recent years, they have repeatedly hoped to invite him back to the coaching bench. However, each invitation was rejected by Zizou. Zidane's disinterest in coaching Manchester United has never changed. He once privately revealed that he places great importance on the triple crown legend he created at Real Madrid and is unwilling to risk coaching a team in chaos, which could potentially ruin his coaching reputation. The current state of Manchester United is obviously one of…

On December 27th, in the Premier League Boxing Day fixture, Manchester United faced off against Wolverhampton Wanderers away from home. Bruno Fernandes' red card changed the course of the game, leaving United with ten men after the 47th minute. They ultimately lost the match while playing a man down. Wolves player Cunha scored one goal and provided one assist, directly scoring from a corner kick and then assisting Hwang Hee-chan's goal. The defeat to Wolves, with a scoreline of 0-2, has made it clear to Amorim that the £55 million new star is lazier than Rashford, having played 15 games without scoring or assisting any goals. Last season, Manchester United finished 8th in the Premier League, and this season they are likely to rank even lower. Currently, United has only managed 6 wins, 4 draws, and 8 losses in 18 Premier League matches, accumulating 22 points and sitting in 14th place, which is the seventh from the bottom, with an 8-point lead over the relegation zone. Despite having a squad value of 790 million euros, placing them among the top in the league, their league position is disappointingly low. There are several high-priced but underperforming players in the United squad, whose individual abilities do not match their market value. These include Marcus Rashford and Joao Felix at 55 million euros, Garnacho at 50 million, and Menu among others. Menu, who shares the same valuation as Rashford, also seems overpriced. In the match against Wolves, Menu started and was substituted after 63 minutes. He had 3 key passes and 1 tackle,…

After Manchester United's 0-2 loss to Wolverhampton Wanderers, coach Ruben Amorim's actions at Molineux Stadium sparked transfer rumors. The 39-year-old Portuguese coach entered the field and embraced Matheus Cunha, the opposing team's core player who had one assist and one goal in the match, playing the role of a nemesis for the Red Devils. United's failure to neutralize Cunha was a key reason for their defeat; he scored directly from a corner kick to open the scoring and assisted Hwang Hee-chan in stoppage time to secure the win. Interestingly, Cunha has long been rumored as a potential target for United, with the 25-year-old former Atletico Madrid player previously linked with a move to Old Trafford. If Cunha were to transfer to United, he could play as a center forward or one of the two number 10 positions in Amorim's 3-4-3 formation, potentially replacing Bruno Fernandes, who has faced criticism over the past two years. The 30-year-old B Fee renewed his contract this summer for a weekly salary of 300,000 pounds, only to fall victim to the curse of United stars whose performance declines after a pay raise. In addition to Cunha, United has also been linked with Barcelona's Dani Olmo this week, who is facing registration issues in the new year. If Barcelona cannot register him, Olmo could be available for a free transfer. His agent, Andy Bara, is reportedly in Manchester and watched the City vs Everton game. Should this situation occur, United would consider signing Olmo, but there is one problem: the team's current poor form means the…

17:10 - Real Madrid has confirmed that there will be no new signings during the winter transfer window, and the club's recruitment efforts will take place during next summer's window. 17:00 - Dani Olmo's agent has been spotted in Manchester, with interest expressed by Manchester United, Manchester City, and Arsenal. If Barcelona fails to register Olmo during the winter window, he can leave as a free agent according to his contract. 16:55 - Frenkie de Jong's agent has inquired about the league situation with several Saudi Arabian teams. If De Jong does not renew his contract with Barcelona before next summer's window, the club will sell him. Deco has reached an agreement with Jonathan Tah's agent on contract terms, signing until 2030, with the player set to complete a free transfer on July 1st. 16:28 - Fabrizio Romano reveals that there have been no substantive negotiations between Manchester United and Victor Osimhen, with the only possible transfer being United directly activating the release clause. Additionally, United must meet Osimhen's salary demand of 11 million euros per year, making the transfer very challenging. Marcus Rashford is more likely to leave next summer, with no signs of United seeking to loan him out at present. 16:06 - Fenerbahçe is set to hold a meeting with José Mourinho to discuss the team's current performance and future recruitment plans. 15:50 - Leroy Sané is prioritizing a move to Barcelona and is not considering a return to the Premier League. He has also received attention from Serie A clubs. Alphonso Davies' agent is in contact…

After a 2-0 victory over Manchester United, Wolves' new coach Victor Pereira could not contain his joy: In front of 31,407 home spectators, Pereira threw three punches and then roared in celebration with raised arms. Less than 50 meters away in the stands, Wolves fans waved flags and chanted Pereira's name. Such a scene is invigorating. It reminds you of former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp, who was equally passionate and fiery. For Wolves, the past four days have been like a long-awaited rain, refreshing and exhilarating. On December 22nd, in the 17th round of the Premier League, Pereira made his debut as Wolves' coach with a clean 3-0 win over Leicester City. After four consecutive defeats in the Premier League, Wolves stopped their slump with one victory. On December 26th, in the 18th round of the Premier League, facing compatriot Amorim's Manchester United, Pereira's 3-4-2-1 formation proved more efficient and cohesive. Cunha scored one goal and provided one assist, while Hwang Hee-chan sealed the deal with a late goal, securing another 2-0 victory and three points. In just four short days, with a 3-0 and a 2-0 victory, Wolves staged an "escape from death." Under Gary O'Neil's coaching, Wolves had two wins, three draws, and eleven losses in 16 matches, accumulating only nine points and ranking second to last, five points behind 17th-placed Leicester City. After two consecutive victories, Wolves surpassed Ipswich and Leicester City, rising to 17th place and escaping the relegation zone. It's still too early to say that Wolves are safe from relegation. However, Pereira's impact on…

After Christmas, the first matchday saw a series of upsets for the top four Premier League clubs. Among them, Manchester United, Chelsea, and Tottenham all suffered defeats, while reigning champions Manchester City surprisingly dropped points. The biggest winner was undoubtedly league leaders Liverpool, who have effectively eliminated any title race suspense. ‌[Manchester United 0-2 Wolves]‌ In the first half, neither team managed to score. However, shortly after the break, Bruno Fernandes received a second yellow card, reducing Manchester United to ten men. Soon after, Cunha scored from a corner kick to give Wolves a 1-0 lead. Despite manager Amorim making several substitutions and using all five available changes early on, United's attack remained ineffective. In the final minute, Cunha provided an assist for Hwang Hee-chan to seal the victory, securing a 2-0 win for Wolves at home. As a result, Manchester United has now lost three consecutive matches and four out of their last five, significantly impacting their chances of finishing in the top four. They only hold an eight-point lead over the relegation zone. ‌[Chelsea 1-2 Fulham]‌ Following a goalless draw with Everton in the previous round that ended their eight-match winning streak in all competitions, Chelsea's performance against Fulham was also lackluster. In the 16th minute of the first half, Palmer scored for Chelsea to take a 1-0 lead. However, in the second half, Colwill's goal was ruled offside. In the dying moments of the game, Chelsea's defense collapsed, with substitute Wilson heading in a goal in the 82nd minute to level the score for Fulham. Then, in…

Manchester United is set to face multiple reinforcement needs in 2025, with the club's management, including the Glazers and Ineos Group, preparing to clean house by offloading underperforming players. Ruben Amorim has been at the helm of Manchester United for over a month now and should have a clear understanding of the team's strengths and weaknesses. Clearly, Amorim is keen to bolster the left flank, with additional reinforcements in other positions also being welcomed. At the same time, the uncertainty surrounding Altay Bayindir's future means that Manchester United may need to bring in a new second-choice goalkeeper. Interestingly, United's problems could be solved by re-signing players who have previously left the club. Here are four players that Manchester United could potentially bring back to Old Trafford in the new year. Firstly, the most prominent name is undoubtedly Alvaro Fernandez, the young player who has excelled at Benfica. Manchester United sold Fernandez last summer for just £5 million, but cleverly included a buy-back option in the deal. Given Amorim's difficulties with the left wing-back position, United may activate this buy-back clause to bring Fernandez back for a fee of £16 million, putting them in pole position in the race to sign him. Next is another player who might not require a transfer fee - Angel Gomes. Gomes' contract with Lille expires in 2025, and Manchester United is one of the main contenders for his return to England. Reports suggest that Amorim is very interested in Gomes, and Gomes himself hopes to return to his old club rather than join Tottenham. This…