Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson recently experienced a health scare.

Liverpool match

At the start of May, Manchester United defeated Liverpool 3-2 to consolidate Champions League football for next season.

Kobbie Mainoo celebrated the news of his new contract with a sweeping finish in front of the Stretford End to win the match.

The game was overshadowed at the start, however, when news filtered out around Old Trafford that Sir Alex Ferguson, who was in attendance at the game, had been taken to hospital.

Health scare

Ferguson began to feel unwell and was treated by medics. He was then taken to hospital, but it was stressed that this was as a precautionary measure and not an emergency.

The Sun reports that Ferguson is clearly not 100% back to full health as he “was forced to miss the LMA awards as he recovers from his hospital scare.”

The paper adds, “the iconic Manchester United manager was unable to attend the event after a recent illness.”

Ferguson did provide a statement in support of the LMA Manager of the Year award winner, Frank Lampard, for gaining promotion to the Premier League with Coventry City.

England manager Thomas Tuchel read the statement on behalf of the Scot and said at the event, “it is of course, not the same without Sir Alex himself and we wish him all the best and a speedy recovery so that he is hopefully with us next year on stage again.”

In the statement, Sir Alex confirmed that he enjoyed watching Lampard’s team in action and that his teams were full of confidence and self-belief.

He closed his statement with, “I’m sure winning this award will mean a great deal to you, Frank, and I wish you the best of luck in the Premier League next season.”

Manchester United will hope to welcome Ferguson back to Old Trafford next season, particularly with Champions League nights returning to the famous old stadium.

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Manchester United Women are closing in on their first summer signing.

Season

The Red Devils started the season well, reaching the League Cup final and the quarter-final of the Champions League.

Sadly, they could not convert either of these runs into a trophy and fell away at the end of the Women’s Super League season.

Just one win in their final ten matches highlighted how important it is for United to strengthen this summer as they missed out on European football by finishing fourth in the league.

Andrea Medina

Marc Skinner’s side were linked with the Spaniard Andrea Medina a few weeks ago and it was confirmed recently that she had left Atletico Madrid as a free agent.

United now seem to have taken their interest in Medina a step forward.

Journalist Sully has reported that United “have reached an agreement with free agent Andrea Medina to join the club.”

His post continues that, “the 22-year-old fullback left Atletico Madrid and has impressed the United scouts for a while. Medina is expected to have her medical tests soon as well as her contract signing.”

#MUWFC have reached an agreement with free agent Andrea Medina to join the club. The 22-year-old fullback left Atletico Madrid and has impressed the United scouts for a while. Medina is expected to have her medical tests soon as well as her contract signing | @ajabbaruk pic.twitter.com/zGKha8gX7z

— Sully (@sullyexcl) May 27, 2026

Medina played against United three times this season in the Champions League and she has represented Atletico 102 times, scoring one goal.

The youngster has also represented Spain at under-16, under-19, under-20 and under-23 level but is still waiting for her first senior cap.

Medina has been described as a player with “speed, stamina, and tenacity on the pitch. As a left-footed fullback, she is comfortable pushing up the flank to support the attack with overlapping runs and accurate crosses, while still maintaining defensive discipline and a competitive spirit.”

The Spaniard will compete with Swede Anna Sandberg as United now have two of the best young left-backs in Europe at their disposal.

United Women fans will hope this is the start of a rebuild this summer which allows the Red Devils to finish in the top three next season and perhaps land another trophy after the 2024 FA Cup triumph.

Andrea Medina 25/26 season stats

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One area where the Red Devils seem to be lacking a specialist is out on the left, with Michael Carrick forced to play Matheus Cunha there.

A forward by trade, the Brazilian has impressed when called upon, while the form of Patrick Dorgu has been a pleasant surprise.

Signed by Carrick’s predecessor as a wingback, the Dane has stolen the show when operating further forward, as evidenced by his three goals and two assists since Ruben Amorim’s departure.

Dorgu and Cunha have forced a change in plans

There were rumours that the 20-time English league champions would look to bring in a left-winger, especially with all the specialists — Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho, and Jadon Sancho — no longer at Old Trafford.

But The Athletic have revealed that due to the impressive form of Cunha and Dorgu, INEOS are contemplating strengthening at left-back instead.

“Matheus Cunha has grown into his role on the left wing, while Patrick Dorgu has offered plenty in that position since Carrick’s arrival.

“United are looking at the left side of their team during this window, but full-back seems the likeliest spot for an arrival.”

Luke Shaw needs backup

Despite Luke Shaw’s record-breaking season, the Englishman simply cannot be trusted to stay fit during a campaign in which United will be challenging on four fronts.

While Dorgu, Diogo Dalot, and Noussair Mazraoui can all deputise there, bringing in a long-term successor for Shaw makes a lot of sense.

United’s director of football, Jason Wilcox, admires Lewis Hall of Newcastle but the Magpies might slap a ridiculous price tag on his head to avoid selling to a direct rival.

Then there is Arsenal’s Myles Lewis-Skelly, whom the Gunners are open to moving on. It remains to be seen how much of the budget is left over for strengthening at left-back and who ultimately ends up arriving.

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Manuel Ugarte was signed in 2024 for that express purpose, but the Uruguayan has been a major disappointment and INEOS are keen to cut their losses.

Elliot Anderson of Nottingham Forest was identified as the ideal replacement for the Brazilian, but the Englishman seems to prefer a move to Manchester City instead.

While the noisy neighbours are yet to match Forest’s asking price, the Red Devils have rightly moved on to alternative targets.

A deal for Ederson inches closer

Newcastle’s Sandro Tonali would be a blockbuster signing but his asking price and wage demands are proving to be major obstacles.

As per recent reports, the 20-time English league champions are inching closer to agreeing a deal for Atalanta’s Ederson.

It was initially expected that the Serie A ace would serve as Ugarte’s replacement, but The Times have a different story to tell.

“Manchester United close in on £38m deal for Brazil midfielder Ederson.

Ederson is Casemiro’s replacement

“Atalanta player viewed as long-term replacement for outgoing Casemiro as Carrick begins planning for Champions League return next season.”

Fans will be worried if that proves to be the case. While the Brazilian international is a solid buy, especially for the price, it would be a massive gamble to trust him to play at the base of United’s midfield.

The 26-year-old has a solid engine, and is exceptional without the ball but there are limitations with the ball at his feet. Also, adjusting to the pace and physicality of the Premier League from Serie A is no joke — just ask Rasmus Hojlund.

Massive gamble

Mateus Fernandes of West Ham, and Sporting CP captain Morten Hjulmand are some of the other backup targets on United’s radar.

It will be interesting to see how many midfielders INEOS end up buying in the end and what role they play under Carrick.

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The list includes first-team players currently out on loan. To date, only Napoli have triggered their buy option for Rasmus Hojlund.

Barcelona continue to dilly-dally over the future of Marcus Rashford, while Jadon Sancho is another topic that needs resolving.

One loanee who ended his temporary stint with a bang was Andre Onana, and so impressed are Trabzonspor with the Cameroonian that they intend to keep him at the Şenol Güneş Sports Complex.

The future of Andre Onana remains up in the air

The problem, however, is that the Turkish side cannot afford the Red Devils’ asking price and are keen on another loan deal.

While Andre Onana would love to resurrect his United career, INEOS are open to another loan agreement.

The only catch? The Claret-Blues need to pay his wages, which are set to increase following United’s Champions League qualification, in full.

The 20-time English league champions would prefer to sell outright, and i News have revealed that a new suitor has joined the race for the goalkeeper.

New suitor for Andre Onana

Trabzonspor’s rivals, Besiktas, are keen on the former United No.1 and while a price is not mentioned, their entry should make the Old Trafford side very happy.

“One who has not given up hope of resurrecting his United career is Andre Onana, but those dreams seem somewhat forlorn.

Two Turkish clubs, Trabzonspor and Besiktas, are interested. How much they would be willing to pay is unclear at this stage.”

The possibility of a bidding war could help United extract the highest possible price from a sale.

Complications with Altay Bayindir’s sale

Interestingly, Besiktas have also been linked with a move for Onana’s understudy at the Theatre of Dreams, Altay Bayindir, who is also expected to depart.

Both keepers are not good enough to wear the famous red shirt, and it will be interesting to see where they end up once the transfer window closes. Should both leave, a new deputy is likely to arrive as backup for Senne Lammens.

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Honours pour in

Fernandes played a crucial role for United in the just-concluded 2025/26 season, helping the club to a third-place finish and Champions League football after a two-year absence.

Leading from the front, he contributed nine goals and a mind-boggling 21 assists in the Premier League.

Fernandes notched his 21st assist in the final game of the campaign against Brighton & Hove Albion. He delivered a sublime corner-kick ball for Patrick Dorgu, who headed it home to break the deadlock at the Amex Stadium.

In doing so, Fernandes surpassed Thierry Henry and Kevin De Bruyne to become the player with the most assists in a single Premier League campaign.

After the final whistle at Brighton, he was presented with the Coca-Cola Playmaker of the Season award. Last weekend, he was also named the Premier League Player of the Season.

This is in addition to him picking up the Football Writers’ Association Player of the Year, the Sir Matt Busby Player of the Year and United’s Players’ Player of the Year awards.

It has been a magical season for the Portugal international, who is also considered the favourite to claim the PFA Player of the Year prize.

On Wednesday, the Premier League confirmed that Fernandes successfully warded off competition to land the Player of the Matchweek for Matchweek 38.

Another day, another award

The 31-year-old has won the award for the sixth time this season, which is four more than any other player in the division.

On top of his assist for Dorgu vs. Brighton, Fernandes also got on the scoresheet with a stunninf finish past Bart Verbruggen.

A new record holder

Bruno Fernandes is your Player of the Matchweek

— Premier League (@premierleague) May 27, 2026

It’s understood that the United skipper received 60 per cent of the fan vote for Matchweek 38.

The other nominees were Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Joao Palhinha (12 per cent), Arsenal winger Noni Madueke (nine per cent), Aston Villa forward Ollie Watkins and Man Utd’s Dorgu (both six per cent), West Ham United’s Jarrod Bowen (four per cent), and Sunderland’s Trai Hume (three per cent).

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Brilliant season

Sesko joined United last summer from RB Leipzig in a deal worth around £74m. He was a man in demand, with the likes of Arsenal and Newcastle all after his signature. However, when United declared their interest, Sesko made it clear he was keen on completing a switch to Old Trafford.

The Slovenian initially took time to get going under Ruben Amorim. However, the arrival of Michael Carrick breathed new life into him and he exploded.

Despite enduring injuries at certain spells of the just-concluded 2025/26 campaign, Sesko managed an impressive tally of 11 goals in the Premier League.

Whether starting games or coming off the bench, he demonstrated that he can make an impact. There is a strong sense that he can hold down a long-term role on the team for the foreseeable future.

Sesko spoke to GIVEMESPORT and Carrington and addressed a number of topics including life under Carrick and his title ambitions.

He also revealed that his adaptation to the speed and intensity of the Premier League was the most difficult part about joining United.

Sesko’s remarks

He told GMS that once he set foot into the club, he instantly knew that he had made the right decision.

“I remember when I came… as soon as I stepped out on the pitch and looked around, I wanted to start clapping, seeing all the people.”

“It’s hard to describe, but I just really love it. From that point I knew it was going to be wonderful.”

Sesko said of the positive dynamic in the dressing room, “I think everyone has different kinds of skills, which is really important. We don’t have everyone with the same similarities and that’s important for the club.”

“We work great as friends too. We go for dinner together when we can really get to know someone even better. I love those guys.”

On adapting to the demands of English football, he remarked, “The hardest challenge here was adapting to the league. It’s the best league and the speed of everything; each game helped me think faster and move faster.”

“I enjoy pressure. If you have pressure, it means you are doing something good. As the striker of Manchester United, obviously people want goals and that’s why I’m here. I came here to score goals and win titles with this club.”

He added, “I look at this badge and I really feel it. I really love this club now. It was very emotional for me.”

The 22-year-old hailed the impact of Carrick and his coaching staff.

“Not just him, but the team he has with him can help us improve every single bit. I’m really thankful.”

“This club should always be here. We brought it back and everyone is excited for next season to play those nights again. This club is such a big story and such a big name that it deserves to be there.”

On his ambitions with the club, he divulged, “There were new signings and everything needs time to come together. I’m happy it came together because the strong unit is the most important thing in the end. We wanted to come back to this level.”

“We have big potential because of the teammates, the players and the staff. We are one big unit.”

“We have big potential for it – I think we showed this season that we can play against the biggest teams.”

Sesko admitted that he looked up to ex-United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic while growing up and tried to copy whatever he did in the garden or on the street.

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Financial results

This represents a huge turnaround for United, compared to the £3.2m operating loss they posted for the nine months to the same date last year.

United note that their significantly improved performance is down to the brutal cost-cutting measures that were implemented by Sir Jim Ratcliffe upon his resumption of operational control, as well as improved Premier League performances that have helped stimulate revenue growth.

United’s EBITDA for those nine months rose to £187.5m, up from £145.3m a year earlier.

But the Red Devils remain burdened by $650m of debt from the Glazer era, and short-term borrowing now stands at £262.5m. This is around £50m higher than the same quarter last year.

Cash and cash equivalents are at £60.9m, down from £73.2m a year earlier, with £30m paid out in the quarter toward a revolving credit facility.

Meanwhile, matchday revenue for the quarter was £42.2m, down 5.2% (£2.3m) from the same quarter last year, with United playing three fewer home matches than in the prior-year quarter.

United also note that the cost of sacking Ruben Amorim and his coaching staff cost £16.7m.

Berrada’s statement

United CEO Omar Berrada said in a statement, “We feel very positive about the club’s progress this season and the continuing positive impact of our business transformation initiatives.”

“Finishing third in the Premier League and securing qualification to next season’s UEFA Champions League is testament to our men’s team’s improved form on the pitch.”

“Michael Carrick has done an excellent job in the 17 games he has overseen and we are delighted that he will continue as head coach.”

“Our women’s team reached the quarter final in the UEFA Women’s Champions League and also reached the final of the League Cup for the first time and will be participating once again in the World Sevens Series.”

“On the academy side, reaching the FA Youth Cup and PL2 play-off finals is also an indication of our continued commitment to youth development.”

United also explain that “work continues behind the scenes on our ambition to build a new 100,000 seater stadium.”

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Advanced talks

Earlier this month, The Peoples Person covered a report which stated that United were in advanced talks with Betway over a deal to sponsor the club’s training kit from next season.

It was stated that the arrangement would see Betway’s logo feature across the sportswear United use when training at Carrington.

United have been in talks for more than a year after their agreement with Tezos, a blockchain firm, officially came to an end in June 2025. The Red Devils’ agreement with Tezos is believed to have been worth around £24million annually.

The report claimed that United’s deal with Betway would be among the highest of its kind in football. The club considered several other brands but ultimately felt that the British gambling company offered the best value for money.

Now, Mike Keegan of the Daily Mail has revealed that discussions between United and Betway have reached a breakthrough, with everything in place for the sponsorship to commence.

Financial windfall

Keegan writes, “Manchester United have agreed a training kit deal with Betway – which Daily Mail Sport understands is worth a staggering £20million a year.”

“The Premier League giants had been without a partner for a season but have now shaken hands on a multi-year deal which is thought to be the most lucrative training kit-only sponsorship in football.”

“From next season, gambling companies are banned from sponsoring the front of shirts of clubs in the Premier League. That has led many to seek alternative opportunities and United appear to have cashed in.”

This news is a major boost for both United and Michael Carrick as they gear up for a big summer spending spree, having clinched Champions League football.

With the expected increased workload as a result of being back in multiple competitions, United require a much deeper squad than they presently have. Bolstering the midfield is said to be the priority, with the likes of Elliot Anderson (Nottingham Forest), Adam Wharton (Crystal Palace), Carlos Baleba (Brighton & Hove Albion) and Ederson (Atalanta) all on their radar.

Other positions could also come into play, including left-back, left-wing and a striker, if Joshua Zirkzee leaves. The Dutchman continues to be strongly linked with a return to Italy amidst his struggle for regular minutes at Old Trafford.

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Gordon interest

While United are prioritising midfield reinforcements ahead of the upcoming window, a left-wing signing is also believed to be on the agenda.

Loanees Marcus Rashford and Jadon Sancho are set to leave this summer. There is a desire for Rashford to join Barcelona permanently and Sancho is expected to depart as a free agent, with his contract expiring.

Gordon is a target that United lined up as they prepare to play in the Champions League next season. In the recently concluded 2025/26 season, the England international made 46 appearances across all competitions for Newcastle, scoring 17 goals, 10 of which came in just 12 Champions League games,  and adding five assists, while rotating between the wing and centre forward.

He was called up to Thomas Tuchel’s March squad and made his 17th England appearance in a friendly against Japan. He was then named in Tuchel’s 26-man World Cup selection earlier this month.

Gordon’s stint at St James’ Park appears to have come to an end, with Eddie Howe excluding him from the squad for the final few fixtures of the campaign as a result of the intense speculation regarding his future. In addition to United, he was also strongly linked to Barcelona, Arsenal, Chelsea and Bayern Munich.

Bayern were thought to be the frontrunners to snap him up but a recent report covered by The Peoples Person relayed that Barcelona had ramped up efforts to land him.

Now, David Ornstein of The Athletic has dropped a bombshell update, revealing that an agreement is in place between Newcastle and Barcelona for Gordon to move to the Camp Nou.

Gordon update

Ornstein has written on X about the United target, “Barcelona reach agreement with Newcastle United to sign Anthony Gordon.”

“FC Barcelona deal for 25yo winger €80m + future sale % to Newcastle – personal terms fine.”

“Bayern Munich pursued England int’l but #FCBayern unwilling to hit asking price.”

Barcelona reach agreement with Newcastle United to sign Anthony Gordon. #FCBarcelona deal for 25yo winger €80m + future sale % to #NUFC – personal terms fine. Bayern Munich pursed England int’l but #FCBayern unwilling to hit asking price @TheAthleticFC https://t.co/MvUHXko2r0

— David Ornstein (@David_Ornstein) May 27, 2026

Barring something drastic, it now looks almost impossible for United to get Gordon.

Implications for Rashford

Even more consequential is what the outcome of Gordon’s signing will have on Rashford’s bid to remain with the Blaugrana.

Gordon is much younger and plays the same position as Rashford. Barcelona’s significant outlay on him indicates he is central to Hansi Flick’s plans, making it doubtful they would also spend £26m on Rashford.

The La Liga champions have proposed another season-long loan deal but United have made it clear there is no room for fresh discussions.

All indications are that Gordon’s move to Barcelona bodes ill for Rashford’s chances.

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