Bruno Fernandes named Man Utd captain ahead of Harry Maguire in Champions League mix-up

Manchester United have been priced out of a summer move for Napoli striker Victor Osimhen.United have been keeping close tabs on the Nigerian international, with a view to signing him in the next transfer window. Interim boss Ralf Rangnick has been told to provide CEO Richard Arnold with a shortlist of potential replacements for Cristiano Ronaldo and Edinson Cavani, who are both expected to leave Old Trafford in the summer.

Ralf Rangnick is doubting whether Cristiano Ronaldo is capable of spearheading Manchester United ’s attack next season when his successor arrives in the Old Trafford dugout. The German has kept his faith in the Portuguese forward throughout this season when many have questioned whether Ronaldo still has the quality.However, Rangnick is starting to give up on the 37-year-old and has ‘major reservations’ about whether he is capable enough to play a crucial role in the team next season, according to The Manchester Evening News.Ronaldo has been one of the first names on the team sheet for United of late, but namely, due to how Edinson Cavani has been ruled out with injury, Mason Greenwood is unavailable and Marcus Rashford is also struggling in front of goal.Although Rangnick’s doubts about Ronaldo appear to be behind closed doors, the former RB Leipzig boss has been vocal in how he expects more from the five-time Ballon d’Or winner.

During Sir Alex Ferguson’s time in charge of Manchester United, there can be no doubt the legendary manager had his favourites when it came to his players.

Incoming Leeds boss Jesse Marsch hasn’t been shy about his admiration for Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick over the years.

Manchester United chiefs are looking for someone to unblock the loos or fix the leaking taps for stars like Cristiano Ronaldo. And the player care supremo at Old Trafford will also be required to project manage building works for their millionaire players so they can concentrate on kicking a football about on a Saturday.The mollycoddling maestro will also vet tradespeople and make sure they sign non-disclosure agreements to prevent them from gossiping about their high-profile clients.And they will be tasked with helping players move house too.They’ll head a team of junior player care technicians.Would-be applicants are told the role will be to: “Manage all aspects of house moves and international relocation for Players and Directors.“Offer technical guidance and support in lease negotiation and relationships with landlords/agents.“Develop systems and policies to increase the effectiveness of department service delivery.

Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick gave a hilarious response when quizzed by a fan over three potential summer transfer targets.Rangnick’s side were held to a disappointing 0-0 draw at home to relegation-battling Watford on Saturday, where the German stopped to sign autographs after the match.In a video that emerged following the Premier League clash, the interim boss appeared in surprisingly good spirits as a Red Devils fan behind the camera asked him about three players linked closely with an Old Trafford move.The supporter said: “There’s three big names to come in the summer [Jules] Kounde, [Declan] Rice and [Erling] Haaland.”Rangnick asked “Who?”, before cheekily adding “What are you dreaming at night?”The United fans present appreciated their manager’s honest response, bursting into laughter as the video cut.United are expected to have an extremely busy summer despite Rangnick playing down the big names mentioned.They will firstly have to appoint a permanent successor to the sacked Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as Rangnick takes a consultancy role at the club at the end of the season.Do you think Man United will sign any of the three transfer targets mentioned? Let us know in the comments section.West Ham superstar Rice, 23,has been eyed by United for several seasons now, but the Red Devils are expected to face competition from Manchester City and Chelsea in their pursuit.Meanwhile, Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland has attracted attention from the biggest clubs in Europe as he picks his next destination.The 21-year-old phenomenon could have joined Man United in 2019 but chose Dortmund as the destination to make more of an immediate impact.Meanwhile, central-defender Kounde, 23, has been more closely linked to a

Cristiano Ronaldo prevented a Manchester United goal in bizarre fashion as his rough patch of form continued against Watford.The Red Devils club legend has found the back of the net just once in his last 10 games.Prior to bagging against Brighton earlier this month, he was on his longest goal drought of his club career since 2009.In fairness, in wasn't for a lack of trying at Old Trafford on Saturday afternoon, as he had a goal ruled out for offside, a shot hit the post and would've scored had Bruno Fernandes played him in for an open goal.However, Fernandes may have been getting his own back on his fellow Portugal international.Earlier in the match Ronaldo had inadvertently blocked one of his shots which may have gone in otherwise.Despite all of those chances, United were unable to find a goal as Premier League strugglers Watford secured a valuable point on their travels. Should Man Utd sell Ronaldo in the summer? Let us know in the comments section.Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news?Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter!From the latest transfer news to the agenda-setting stories, get it all in your email inbox - don't miss a thing.It only takes a matter of seconds.Simply type your email address into the box at the top of this article and hit 'subscribe'.And that's it, job done.

Owen Hargreaves has underlined the decline in Manchester United over the years after insisting they would have beaten Watford four or five years ago.

Former Chelsea defender Frank Leboeuf has encouraged Cristiano Ronaldo to think about retirement.

Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher has admitted that while it was hard to leave former Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes out of his all-time Premier League XI, 'it was always going to be' two other players in midfield.

Manchester United defender has dropped way down the pecking order since Ralf Rangnick became interim manager, and is struggling to get any first-team action.And that situation has alerted Spanish outfit Barcelona as they continue to scour Europe for unsettled players.Since Xavi assumed the Nou Camp managerial reins, the cash-strapped Catalans, with debts of more than a billion pounds, have secured a number of high-profile names who had become outcasts at their clubs.Spain striker Ferran Torres arrived from Manchester City for £50million, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was a free from Arsenal while Wolves winger Adama Traore is on loan with a view to a permanent £30m switch.Now they are aiming to make it a quadruple of Premier League misfits on the books with a move for Bailly.The Ivory Coast international, 27, joined United from Spanish side Villarreal back in 2017 for a £30m fee.Barcelona may have to pay something similar in June to persuade United to do business with two years remaining on the player’s current contract.The Reds’ bargaining position is further strengthened by their option to extend his stay by a further year.Should Man Utd sell Eric Bailly this summer? Join the debate in the comments section.Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news?Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter!From the latest transfer news to the agenda-setting stories, get it all in your email inbox - don't miss a thing.It only takes a matter of seconds.Simply type your email address into the box at the top of this article and hit 'subscribe'.And that's it, job done.

An inspirational young boy receiving treatment for cancer in Manchester was given the chance to meet some of his favourite footballers ahead of today's match.

Daily Star Sport looks at three things Rangnick got wrong on a frustrating afternoon at Old Trafford.Rangnick would have had some bittersweet emotions heading to into the dressing room at the interval. In one aspect, his team had performed superbly and played the fluid, fast-paced football he has demanded from day one.And yet, they were unable to find a way past Ben Foster in the first half, doing everything but score.Ronaldo was more unlucky rather wasteful, hitting the post and seeing a goal chalked off for a marginal offside.

Manchester United diva Cristiano Ronaldo was spotted going absolutely mental at Bruno Fernandes against Watford on Saturday.

Manchester United and Watford players spontaneously joined together for a photo with a sign for peace ahead of their Premier League clash on Saturday. After the two sides took to the pitch at Old Trafford, Ralf Rangnick posed with the sign alongside his players.However, the Red Devils were soon joined by the Watford side in a heart-warming gesture ahead of kick-off.Watford joining them did not appear to be planned, as some United stars waved for them to come over.The gesture was said to be Rangnick's idea, and it was the German who held the card with peace written on it for the cameras to see.On social media, fans said the action was sports at its 'unifying' best.After Russian leader Vladimir Putin ordered an invasion of Ukraine this week, United dropped sponsor Aeroflot on Thursday.A club statement said: "In light of events in Ukraine, we have withdrawn Aeroflot's sponsorship rights.

Manchester United will be looking to avenge their sobering defeat to Watford earlier this season when they welcome the Hornets to Old Trafford on Saturday.

Daily Star Sport reveals that the English top flight is responsible for bringing in the highest number of fans through the stadium gates in the 2021-22 season so far — and by some margin too. Unsurprisingly, Manchester United are perched at the summit despite a difficult season so far for the Red Devils, with Ralf Rangnick ’s side locked in the battle for the top four.

Manchester United are reportedly keen on signing Antonio Rudiger as a free agent this summer amid doubts over Harry Maguire.

Manchester United striker Rashford is going through one of the worst slumps of his career so far. The England star has scored just five goals all season and found the back of the net just twice since October.Rashford was hauled off following another woeful performance in United's 1-1 draw at Atletico Madrid in the Champions League this week, with some fans now calling for him to be axed from the side altogether.Rashford missed the start of the season following a shoulder operation in the wake of England's Euro 2020 campaign.But Rangnick insists Rashford is not injured and that there is no obvious reason why he is struggling so badly to perform.United's interim boss said: "He is definitely not injured.

Portsmouth’s CEO Andrew Cullen is keen to bring goalkeeper Gavin Bazunu back to Fratton Park next season.

Ralf Rangnick has confirmed Manchester United will be without Scott McTominay and Edinson Cavani against Watford.