Here are your Thursday morning Manchester United headlines.
24.03.2023 - 19:53 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Manchester United have already enjoyed a great campaign but it won't count for much if they slip at the end.
Erik ten Hag has transformed the club from the toxic, disorganised rabble he inherited by bringing discipline, optimism and excitement back to Old Trafford. The manager has already exceeded the expectations placed upon him by ending United's long wait for a trophy with the Carabao Cup and there could be more to come in the FA Cup and Europa League.
The most important objective he was tasked with was securing a top-four finish and ensuring a return to the Champions League. It's crucial for the next stage in Ten Hag's project in order to be able to be in the race for the highest calibre of players, such as Harry Kane, Victor Osimhen and Jude Bellingham, so they can finally launch a genuine title challenge.
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United are certainly on course to return to Europe's top competition and actually have two routes of getting there should they win the Europa League. But Ten Hag will undoubtedly be wanting to have it all sewn up before any potential final in Budapest.
United currently sit in third on 50 points and are in better form than the teams immediately below them. Tottenham, who have been thrown into turmoil thanks to Antonio Conte's recent outburst, are fourth on 49 points but have played two games more than United.
Newcastle United have dropped off in 2023 after their great start to the season but seem to be getting a second wind and pushing hard on Spurs. They are only two points behind and also have a couple of games in hand.
The rest of the chasing pack makes for interesting reading and three teams will still be hopeful of a string of
Here are your Thursday morning Manchester United headlines.
Manchester United are one of three Premier League clubs keeping tabs on Ryan Gravenberch with the Dutch midfielder considering his future at Bayern Munich, according to reports
Wes Brown believes adding Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham to the squad this summer would make Manchester United title challengers in the next few years.
Manchester United fans are eager to see Jude Bellingham make Old Trafford his new home this summer, although some are concerned how much the takeover process will impact a pursuit.
Manchester City travel to the south coast and can temporarily reduce Arsenal's lead at the top of the Premier League table to five points with a game-in-hand when Pep Guardiola's side face bottom-of-the-table Southampton. Saints are winless in four matches and sit four points from safety while City have picked up are on a seven-match winning run in all competitions.
Tottenham Hotspur leapfrogged Manchester United in the Premier League table on Monday night, despite being held to a 1-1 draw by relegation-threatened Everton at Goodison Park.
Bayern Munich are said to be readying a €50m (£44m) bid for Atalanta striker Rasmus Hojlund, who is being tracked by Manchester United.
England captain Harry Kane is revered as one of the best goal-getters on the planet and yet there are still a select few who seemingly need to be convinced he is the right fit for Manchester United. But not so Erik ten Hag as he gets ready to pursue the England captain this summer.
Erik ten Hag has hinted Wout Weghorst will continue to lead the line for Manchester United despite the return of Anthony Martial.
Manchester United are preparing to make their move for Harry Kane in the hope of agreeing an £80million deal, according to reports.
Denmark striker Rasmus Højlund is the leading scorer after the opening set of qualifying matches for Euro 2024.
Manchester United have been "dealt a blow" in their tentative attempt to sign Mason Mount - according to reports - as new Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel eyes up a reunion with the Chelsea player.
Pep Guardiola has warned Manchester United over their proposed transfer pursuit for Harry Kane - although the Manchester City manager has also told Erik ten Hag in glowing terms exactly what he would be getting if United are able to sign the England captain this summer.
Charlie Savage has been hailed as a “fantastic” asset by Forest Green Rovers boss Duncan Ferguson after covering more than 12 kilometres in Sunday’s shock 1-0 win over League One high-fliers Sheffield Wednesday.
Borussia Monchengladbach midfielder Manu Kone has admitted that he is trying to block out ongoing speculation about his future amid reports linking him with a move to Manchester United.
Former Manchester United captain and previous holder of England's all-time top goalscorer record Wayne Rooney reportedly had to turn down the opportunity to present Harry Kane with the Golden Boot due to MLS commitments.
Jude Bellingham produced another polished performance for England on Sunday, helping them beat Ukraine 2-0 at Wembley to maintain their winning start to their European Championship qualifying campaign.
Steven Gerrard has compared questions he asked himself about his future to those likely going through Harry Kane's mind amid interest from Manchester United.
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Former Manchester United forward Louis Saha has suggested that Harry Kane "will want to play with Marcus Rashford" as the Tottenham striker continues to be linked with a move to Old Trafford.