Gary Lineker mocks Roy Keane and Gary Neville as he grabs popcorn for Man Utd analysis

Harry Maguire's former Hull City team-mate Ahmed Elmohamady has declared the £80million defender isn't fit to captain Manchester United. The Red Devils' interim manager Ralf Rangnick has stood by Maguire in recent weeks amid calls for him to be stripped of his duties following a poor run of form.

Out-of-sorts Marcus Rashford has been told copying Edinson Cavani and Cristiano Ronaldo could save his Manchester United career, according to Frank McAvennie.

Cristiano Ronaldo text Piers Morgan to explain what makes him the greatest footballer in history.Morgan has been a huge supporter of the iconic Portugal international in recent years as the debate between himself and Lionel Messi has raged on.Although PSG forward and Barcelona icon Messi has won seven Ballon d'Or trophies and two more than Ronaldo, his record across three major European leagues has split voters.Following the 37-year-old's stunning hat-trick against Tottenham and Messi's failure to help PSG past Real Madrid in the Champions League, Morgan has again spoken up with his thoughts. Morgan said in his column for The Sun that he had text Ronaldo on Sunday (March 11) to ask the man himself why he was the greatest of all time.Morgan said that Ronaldo, after saying that he needed more than three words, replied with two laughing emojis: "More than special one, I’m 'The Only One'."With the TV personality adding: "I could almost hear him chuckling – and winking - out of my phone.

Cristiano Ronaldo showed his anger towards Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick in his match-winning performance in the 3-2 win over Tottenham, according to Roy Keane. Ronaldo moved onto 807 career goals with a brilliant display at Old Trafford which included his 59th hat-trick.He opened the scoring with a thunderbolt into the top corner from 25 yards but an Alex Telles handball allowed Harry Kane to equalise from the penalty spot for Spurs.The 37-year-old gave United the lead once again with a tap-in from Jadon Sancho’s pass before an own goal from Harry Maguire made it 2-2.Ronaldo struck for a final time in the 81st minute, powering in a header from a corner to move United past Arsenal into fourth place in the Premier League.It was a classic performance from the Portuguese superstar – and Keane believes it was born out of frustration with his situation at the club."That’s where United are at, the quality of both teams wasn’t great,” he said on Sky Sports.“But it was entertaining and Ronaldo stepped up to the plate.

Barcelona are reportedly 'planning' a deal to sign Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford this summer.

Harry Maguire to silence the haters.The 29-year-old centre-back became the most expensive defender in history when he completed an £80 million move from Leicester to Manchester United in 2019.But he has faced stinging criticism for several below-par performances in recent weeks and has struggled to adapt to Ralf Rangnick's tactics.Ferdinand has warned that the England international now needs to dust himself down."The spotlight, pressure, interest and eyeballs - that's part of being a United player. The good, the bad, the ugly," he said."I'm more interested in seeing the response.

Cristiano Ronaldo headed straight down the tunnel while clapping Manchester United fans after scoring a hat-trick vs Tottenham - choosing not to claim the match ball himselfThe 37-year-old added to his first-half screamer and tap in with a booming second-half header to ensure Harry Kane's penalty and Harry Maguire's own goal meant nothing.Having been subbed off immediately after grabbing his third, there was no huge celebration from Ronaldo at full-time - and he headed inside while clapping Old Trafford fans.Although he didn't collect the match ball himself, Ronaldo is said to have asked a member of staff to do so as he turned his attentions to Atletico Madrid.One fan said in response: "Bro ain’t even stress for the match ball."With a second saying: "Ronaldo didn’t even bother to pick up the match ball. 59 hat tricks."A third added: "Ronaldo got too many match balls, didn't bother with his 59th today."With a fourth concluding: "Ronaldo ran down the tunnel without even going to get the match ball because jobs not finished."Is Ronaldo the greatest of all time? Give us your thoughts in the comments sectionRoy Keane was asked about the impact of Ronaldo on Sky Sports, and he noted that the five-time Ballon d'Or winner seemed angry.Keane said: "He was angry today.

Ralf Rangnick looked destined for another frustrating evening at Old Trafford, as Antonio Conte’s side twice came back from a goal behind to level the contest. Ronaldo spectacularly ended his recent goal drought, accepting a neat flick from Fred, before launching a majestic 30 yard effort past a helpless Hugo Lloris.

Roy Keane was left fuming over Manchester United pair Harry Maguire and Raphael Varane wearing gloves but would have let Gary Neville do so.The former United captain admitted ahead of his former side's meeting with Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday that he did not like "big strong centre halves" wearing gloves, even in the warm-up.However, he has no qualms with his full-backs choosing to keep their hands warm both before and during matches.As a result, his old Red Devils team-mate Neville would have got away with wearing gloves during his 11 years playing alongside the Irishman at Old Trafford.Both Maguire and Varane were spotted with gloves on as they warmed up ahead of Saturday night's clash with Spurs, leaving Keane unimpressed.Speaking on Sky Sports, he said: “Are they gloves? Are they wearing gloves? Am I seeing things? That's a great message, that."Presenter Kelly Cates responded by asking: "Maybe they've just got cold hands?"Keane then snapped back by saying: "Two big strong centre-halves.

Gary Neville’s infamous celebration in front of Liverpool supporters in 2006, would demonstrate his feelings towards the Merseysiders.The former Manchester United captain enjoyed many battles against the Reds over his years.He was a huge cog in the Sir Alex Ferguson machine which, in the Scot’s iconic words, knocked Liverpool off their perch. But even Neville, a Manchester United man through and through, could not ignore the fact that he believed Brighton and Hove Albion Robert Sanchez should have been given a red card for his challenge on Luis Diaz.Neville took to social media to clearly emphasise his thoughts on the controversial incident.“Got to be a red card” Neville posted on Twitter.Sanchez rushed out of his line to try and clear Joel Matip’s precise ball over the top for Diaz, who had drifted past the Seagulls’ defence.The former Porto man not only timed his run to perfection but his header too, bravely throwing himself forward to head pass the on-rushing Sanchez.Diaz beat the goalkeeper to the ball and headed the Reds into an early lead, but his persistence came at a very painful price.

Gary Neville has pinpointed three reasons why Marcus Rashford should stay at Manchester United and told the club to "sort it out". Rashford is understood to have be considering his future at Old Trafford after being frustrated not to start last Sunday's 4-1 loss to Manchester City.The 24-year-old has started just two of United's last 11 Premier League matches and is at risk of losing his place in the England squad ahead of the World Cup later this year.However, former United defender Neville has urged Rashford to stay and named three reasons why it is important he does for both player and club.Neville took to Twitter on Saturday morning to address Rashford's situation, writing: "Rashford.

Dimitar Berbatov is predicting a tight game between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League's late kick-off this evening.

Thomas Tuchel and Ralf Rangnick could reunite at Manchester United 25 years on from their first meeting. The Red Devils have been urged to poach Tuchel amid Chelsea's crisis and make him their next manager as Rangnick moves to a boardroom role at the end of the season.Although it looks an unlikely option, the pair are more than just Premier League counterparts.They share a relationship which stretches back to 1997, when Rangnick took charge of German side Ulm 1846.Amongst his squad was defender Tuchel, who one year later had to cut his playing career short aged 25 due to a chronic knee cartilage injury.Desperate for money, he had to ditch football for a change in careers.Tuchel told The Telegraph: "Overcoming my pride to go into a bar, because now we can talk and laugh about it, but taking the first step to admitting I needed to earn some extra money and to step out there and to, on one day, go into 10 or 12 cafes and bars to ask, ‘do you need some help, I would love to’.

Gary Neville has branded Marcus Rashford potentially leaving Manchester United a 'lose/lose' scenario for all involved.

Manchester United are considering appointing reportedly has a ‘mole’ in the dressing room informing him of issues.According to a report in EPSN, there is at least one coach in the frame for the position who has made use of his own contacts to ‘assess how committed key players are to remain at United in an effort to discover how big of a rebuild is required.’Manchester United chiefs - who have begun the process of searching for candidates - are growing worried that the recent furor around the club will be detrimental to bringing in their first choice boss. The same report states that the risk of missing out on Champions League football and the uncertainty of star players’ futures could also have a negative impact on the hiring process.

Gary Neville has likened in-demand Borussia Dortmund striker Erling Haaland to Manchester United icon Eric Cantona.

Manchester United boss Ralf Rangnick has called out Arsenal and Everton over their past links to Russia after Chelsea were sanctioned by the UK government. There is great uncertainty around Stamford Bridge after sanctions were placed on Blues owner Roman Abramovich on Thursday.A special licence has been granted to allow Chelsea to continue operating and to fulfil fixtures, despite the sanctions.

Gary Lineker, 61, has made a very public dig at Piers Morgan, 56, as he announced his new professional venture.

Manchester United star Dimitar Berbatov has admitted that 'something isn't right' at the Red Devils.Ralf Rangnick's side were played off the park by Manchester City last weekend, and United's performance was slammed as 'embarrassing' on Sky Sports. "It’s not going well, because for nine years now they haven’t won the Premier League," Berbatov, who is a Betfair Ambassador, told Daily Star Sport .

Antonio Conte insists he was never in contention to manage Manchester United this season and has played down claims he did not fit the profile of candidate they were looking to replace Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.

Mauricio Pochettino has a strict term for Manchester United if he is to agree to become their next manager.The PSG head coach has been one of the top candidates for the role since Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's sacking last November.And the possibility of him joining the Red Devils this summer looks more likely than ever after his side collapsed to a 3-2 defeat in the Champions League against Real Madrid. Pochettino is facing the sack which would mean Old Trafford chiefs could swoop and not have to pay the French club compensation.As per the Daily Mail, to get him on board they must first convince him he is their number one choice.They claim Pochettino wants assurances from United that he is top of the pile of their options.So far it has seemed finely balanced between him and Ajax boss Erik ten Hag, who has recently begun English lessons and appears keen on the role.The former Tottenham manager is said to searching for a return to England where his family have remained while he has lived in a Paris hotel since January last year. Where would United finish under Pochettino? 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.