Casemiro has already shown the mentality that Manchester United's midfield badly needs

Manchester United. The French striker, who missed yesterday’s trip to Southampton with an Achilles injury, made his first league appearance in more than a year as a second-half sub in the United's unexpected 2-1 victory over Liverpool.Martial, 26, is the penultimate year of his existing £270,000-a-week contract at Old Trafford meaning he could become a cut-price target next summer should he enjoy a successful season. READ MORE: Amir Khan meets Sir Alex Ferguson - but has to copy and paste Wikipedia to say who he is That’s why the United hierarchy want to protect their investment by handing the ex-Monaco hitman, who cost £55million in September 2015, an additional two years.That was not an issue before Erik ten Hag took over the managerial reins with Martial having failed to nail down a first-team place under a succession of bosses.The former Lyon forward has often started the season well at Old Trafford only to hit a barren patch or suffer an injury and then find himself dumped on the bench.Does Martial deserve a new deal? Let us know in the comments sectionUnited will be wary of any repeat of that occurring this term but, by all accounts Martial, at times labelled moody in England, is a rejuvenated figure under Dutchman ten Hag.One source said: “The player has a spring in his step step and genuinely seems pleased to be at United.” That is great news for the new head coach and club as they attempt to end their reliance for goals on ageing hitman Cristiano Ronaldo.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s full-time reaction against Southampton was strikingly different to his behaviour after Manchester United’s defeat to Brentford earlier this month.The Portuguese forward’s desire to leave the Red Devils this summer has been no secret. His lack of a transfer away and United’s lacklustre form to begin the campaign painted the picture of a frustrated man who had simply had enough.But the iconic no.7’s body language was far more promising after United secured their second win on the trot with a 1-0 victory over Southampton at Saint Mary’s on Saturday, which came courtesy of a 55th minute Bruno Fernandes volley.READ MORE: Three things Erik ten Hag got right as Man Utd inch past SouthamptonRonaldo started on the bench again but was brought on in the 68th minute for Jadon Sancho.

Cristiano Ronaldo's days at the top are officially over after watching him get bested in a footrace with Southampton's Mohammed Salisu. With Manchester United holding on to a narrow 1-0 lead at St Mary's, Ronaldo was introduced with a quarter-of-an-hour left to play, with Erik ten Hag hoping to take advantage of his ruthless, (supposedly) unwavering athleticism.But something shocking happened just a few minutes into his cameo.

Cristiano Ronaldo gatecrashing live broadcasts ahead of a game.Last week, when the superstar was dropped by Erik ten Hag for Manchester United's encounter against Liverpool, he came up, while the Sky Sports cameras were rolling, and gave hugs to Gary Neville, Dean Jones, and Roy Keane (though Jamie Carragher, the former Reds man, was left hanging.)And ahead of the Red Devils' match with Southampton at St Mary’s Stadium today, Ronaldo, who was benched again by the Dutch manager, was at it again - only this time he crashed the BT Sports broadcast when former team-mate Rio Ferdinand was on screen, knocking the back of his legs with a ball so he would turn around, before giving a celebratory gesture.READ MORE: Antony slams Ajax in incredible interview demanding they let him join Man UtdBut some have blasted Ronaldo’s behaviour as ‘weird’ and even said that he could be doing it for ulterior motives.One poised: “So weird this - Ronaldo constantly interacting with TV crews in pre-match - last week and now today. Everyone else is warming up & going though drills but he is just dicking about.

Southampton wasn't nearly as emphatic or impressive as their win over Liverpool five days ago, but getting three points is all Manchester United will care about, and rightly so.Bruno Fernandes' sumptuous volley opened the scoring for the Red Devils, crucially breaking the deadlock after a lacklustre first half display. Just like against Liverpool, United were under the cosh for much of the second period, though managed to hold onto their lead.Here, Daily Star Sport runs through the three things Erik ten Hag got right at St Mary's as United climb back into the top half of the Premier League.READ MORE: Antony slams Ajax in incredible interview demanding they let him join Man UtdHe'd have been mad not to! After the scintillating performance his players produced against Liverpool, every single one of them deserved to start this afternoon.Ten Hag made some big calls on Monday, namely dropping Cristiano Ronaldo and captain Harry Maguire, and he stuck to his guns again today, opting for the same youthful exuberance that so fluidly opened up Jurgen Klopp's side up on Monday.It wasn't the best of team performances, but the likes of Jadon Sancho, Marcus Rashford, Anthony Elanga and Lisandro Martinez are all looking fitter, sharper and happier - and they've got Ten Hag's faith in them to thank for that.Sum up Manchester United's performance today in one word in the comments section below.United didn't splash £60million on Casemiro just to leave him on the bench! Ten Hag might have been wise to keep an unchanged side, but he was wiser still to realise when the game needed the Brazilian's energetic tenacity and defensive astuteness.With the visitors holding on to a narrow 1-0 lead, Casemiro was introduced.

Rio Ferdinand has claimed that Cristiano Ronaldo will be fuming with his current role at Manchester United.

Former Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar is reportedly the 'main negotiator' between Ajax and the Reds as they look to agree a fee for Antony.

Manchester United could field the smallest possible centre-back partnership out of all 20 Premier League sides should they pair Lisandro Martinez with a fringe star. Martinez stands as the smallest central defender in the division at 175cm (5ft 7in) - but has already proved his quality as United climbed off the foot of the table with a 2-1 win over Liverpool.

Premier League official Mike Dean has revealed Marcus Rashford benefitted from a change in VAR for his strike against Liverpool. Rashford netted his first goal since January 2022 to push Manchester United's clash with Liverpool out of reach of the Reds.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s antics. The former Red Devils midfielder has called out the superstar after reports emerged that he is pushing for an exit out of Old Trafford.

Patrice Evra has named Luke Shaw, Harry Maguire and Cristiano Ronaldo as players Manchester United should consider offloading before the transfer window closes.

Cristiano Ronaldo has been criticised by a former Liverpool player after the Manchester United forward appeared to ignore Jamie Carragher at Old Trafford on Monday night.

A week can be a long time in football.

Manchester United striker Cristiano Ronaldo for snubbing J amie Carragher on live TV.The former Liverpool defender has blasted the superstar after he interrupted the broadcast at pitchside on Monday night but only embraced former team-mates Gary Neville and Roy Keane, snubbing Carragher. On social media, Enrique wrote: “The disrespect here from Cristiano Ronaldo to Carra isn't right.

Manchester City and Liverpool could land themselves a Champions League 'group of death' when the draw takes place on Thursday. The draw for the group stage of Europe's premier club competition takes place in Istanbul, Turkey, at 5pm BST on Thursday evening.

Manchester United posted their first win of the Erik ten Hag era at Old Trafford on Monday evening, beating arch rivals Liverpool 2-1.

Bruno Fernandes has admitted he "may know a thing or two" about team-mate Cristiano Ronaldo, but he's not going to tell Manchester United fans.Speaking to their native Portuguese media after United's 2-1 win over Liverpool on Monday (August 22), Fernandes addressed the saga which had left a black cloud hanging over the club at the start of the season.Ronaldo has promised the "truth" will soon come out about the "media lies" surrounding his situation at the club. And his fellow countryman Fernandes is making fans wait for the revelation, even though he has information about it.READ MORE: Frustrated Jurgen Klopp grabs Bruno Fernandes around the neck after defeat"There is a lot of speculation, but there is no one better than Cristiano to talk about it," he told Eleven Sports Portugal. "I may know a thing or two, but I won't be the one to say it."Red Devils boss Erik ten Hag made the decision to drop Ronaldo from his side to face Jurgen Klopp's Reds, and he made only a five-minute cameo as a late substitute.

These are your Manchester United morning headlines for Wednesday, August 24.

Manchester United's players were back in training on Tuesday following their first victory of the season over Liverpool on Monday.