United target Liverpool and City youngsters as Santos shines in Norway

United chasing Liverpool and City academy talent

Your club is in talks to sign two of the brightest teenagers in English football. Tynan Thompson from Liverpool and a Manchester City rising star are both on United's radar, according to Mick Brown (1). Tottenham's Djed Spence is also a target, with Newcastle interested too. The strategy is clear: Carrick wants young, hungry players who can grow into the first team.

Five past Rosenborg, Santos shines

Friday's friendly in Norway ended Rosenborg 0–5 Manchester United. Andrey Santos caught the eye, and Mason Mount did not hold back afterwards. "Really good player who reads the game very well," Mount said (2). A pre-season runout, yes, but the midfield balance looked sharp.

Zirkzee staying for now

Italian clubs are circling, but Manchester United are not letting Joshua Zirkzee go imminently (3). Interest is there, no formal offer has arrived, and the club are keeping him in the squad while the window plays out.

Fan reactions

The Bruno Fernandes to Al Nassr rumour has fans on edge, with the 31-year-old's contract running until 2027. Over on the United subreddit, attention is on Andrey Santos, a detailed scouting breakdown with clips has supporters genuinely excited about what he brings. Read the full thread.

Sources

  • 1. footballinsider247.com — Sources: Man United in talks to sign Liverpool rising star
  • 2. utdreport.co.uk — Champions League winner says Man Utd have secured a ‘really good player’ who ‘reads the game very well’
  • 3. voetbalprimeur.nl — 'Man United houdt Zirkzee voorlopig binnenboord ondanks interesse in spits'
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