Eriksen collapses but recovering after pacemaker kicks in
Christian Eriksen collapsed on the pitch during Denmark's friendly against Ukraine on Sunday. The match was abandoned. Denmark team doctor Morten Boesen said afterward: "Christian is doing well and walked off the pitch by himself. As I see it, the pacemaker responded as it should." (10) (11)
Denmark were leading 2–1 when the incident occurred. United released a statement sending "strength and love to Christian and the Eriksen family." (12)
It is a frightening moment for a player who spent three seasons at Old Trafford before moving on last summer, and who famously suffered a cardiac arrest at Euro 2020. The early signs are reassuring.
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Tuchel clears path for United medical at World Cup
Thomas Tuchel has given United the green light to conduct a medical on an England target during the World Cup campaign. Elliot Anderson and Morgan Rogers are the names in the frame. (1)
The England manager's confirmation removes a major logistical hurdle. United can now push ahead without waiting for England's tournament to end.
Ederson called up, but transfer could stall
United-bound midfielder Ederson has been called into Brazil's World Cup squad after Wesley pulled out injured. (4) (5) Good news for the player, but it complicates things for you, his move to Old Trafford could now face delays while he is away with the Seleção. (2)
£212,900 per player heading your way from FIFA
United will pocket up to £212,900 for every player called up to the World Cup through FIFA's club benefit programme. (6) With Casemiro, Bruno Fernandes, Lisandro Martinez, Diogo Dalot, Noussair Mazraoui, Altay Bayindir, and several others all likely to feature, that is a meaningful boost to the summer transfer kitty.
Maguire could still leave despite new deal
Harry Maguire's future is not settled. United are reportedly ready to accept a new offer for the centre-back, months after he agreed a contract extension. (3) Mick Brown said: "Harry Maguire's future isn't guaranteed." With Leny Yoro and Ayden Heaven already in the squad, the club may decide to cash in. (3) (9)
Tonali battle with Arsenal; cheap re-signing eyed
United are determined to beat Arsenal to Sandro Tonali. The Newcastle midfielder is a key target for the summer rebuild. (8)
Separately, the club are exploring a shock cut-price move to bring back a former player as a replacement for an outgoing £39m star. (7) The identity of both the departing player and the returnee remains under wraps.
Real Madrid join Fernandes chase
Real Madrid have entered the race for Mateus Fernandes, the Brighton midfielder United have been tracking. Tottenham are also interested. That is a fight you do not want, Madrid rarely lose when they are serious. (9)
Fan reactions
The mood across the United fanbase is one of relief and affection. Supporters on Reddit have been sharing the club's official statement widely, with many posting their own well-wishes for Eriksen. There was also buzz around Patrick Dorgu's goal earlier in the Denmark match before the incident, with fans celebrating the current United left-back's strike. See the full discussion here.
