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Former captain Gary Neville believes new Manchester United chief executive officer Richard Arnold needs to be granted time to put his own stamp on proceedings at Old Trafford.

Manchester United players want Old Trafford bosses to step up their pursuit of unsettled Paris Saint-Germain boss Mauricio Pochettino.The Express report several senior members of the United squad are understood to be keen on working under the former Tottenham manager. And while interim boss Ralf Rangnick remains a fan of Ajax’s Eric Ten Hag and will have the biggest say in the recruitment of the next manager, the players’ views have been noted.

Manchester City are looking to snatch Borussia Dortmund talisman Erling Haaland from beneath the noses of 'frontrunners' Real Madrid, according to reports.

Manchester United after recommending the club sign Joao Cancelo before his move to Manchester City.The Red Devils legend was in charge at Valencia when Cancelo was still plying his trade for the La Liga side.The Portugal full-back, who is now considered one of the finest in his position in the world, joined City back in 2019 from Juventus.But he could well have ended up at Old Trafford, had United not ignored Neville's recommendation, despite having insider knowledge.According to the Evening Standard, both Neville and his brother Phil, who worked as assistant manager at Valencia for a whole year, recommended Cancelo to former chief executive Ed Woodward.However, United chiefs opted not to make a move for the 27-year-old, instead bringing in Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Alex Telles in recent seasons.Neville opened up on his admiration for Cancelo in November, and even hinted that he called United to tell him to sign them."I had him as a very young player at Valencia but you could just see exceptional talent," Neville said to Sky Sports.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.

Ed Woodward has today officially stepped down from his role as executive vice-chairman of Manchester United.

Manchester United and the police over allegations of domestic violence made against him. United have been left stunned after Greenwood's girlfriend Harriet Robson posted photographs and videos on social media of serious injuries she claims the England star inflicted on her.Both United and Greater Manchester Police have launched separate investigations to establish the circumstances - leaving Greenwood's career and reputation in the balance.And the stunning development is the first crisis Richard Arnold will have to deal with as he gets poised to replace Ed Woodward as the club's new CEO this week.United issued a statement insisting they "did not condone violence of any kind" and said: "We are aware of images and allegations circulating on social media."We will not make any further comment until the facts have been established.

Richard Arnold has been offered one telling piece of advice by former Manchester United CEO Peter Kenyon as he prepares to step into the same role.

Manchester United fear losing Cristiano Ronaldo at the end of the season will leave the club's plans to tour America in chaos.United bosses have been drawing up plans for Ralf Rangnick's squad to go to the United States in July on a pre-season tour.It will be the first time United have toured since 2019 due to the impact of the Covid pandemic.United favour the States because of the warm climate, superior training facilities and the chance to fulfil commercial commitments.A pre-season tour is worth up to £20m to United from revenue streams including sponsors, merchandising and gate receipts.But United know travelling to the States without Ronaldo would lessen the club's appeal - and have a serious impact on the value of them going across the Atlantic.Ronaldo has become disillusioned with life at Old Trafford following his return to the club from Juventus last summer in a £12m deal.United sacked Ole Gunner Solskjaer in November and find themselves languishing in seventh place in the table, a staggering 21 points behind leaders Manchester City.Ronaldo, 36, has the option to extend his United deal by 12 months in the summer, but is waiting to see what the team achieves between now and then and who replaces interim boss Rangnick, before deciding what to do.Incoming CEO Richard Arnold, who will succeed Ed Woodward at the start of next month, faces a losing battle to keep the Portuguese icon.Ronaldo spoke last week of his disappointment at how his return to Manchester had panned out, and made it clear he didn't go back to be in a team so far off the pace in the title race.Arnold, who has been credited with much of the club's recent commercial success, is desperate to keep Ronaldo and is hoping to hold talks with the former Real

Incoming CEO Richard Arnold has been told that Manchester United face a monumental challenge to become one of the biggest revenue generators again after slipping behind Manchester City.

Ed Woodward earned £2.916million during his final full year at Manchester United, making him the highest-paid club chief in the Premier League.

Manchester United announced in April that Ed Woodward would leave the club at the end of the calendar year.

Antonio Conte agrees with Ed Woodward's judgement of Harry Winks after the Tottenham midfielder was the subject of summer interest from Manchester United.

Manchester United are set to announce Richard Arnold as their new chief executive to replace Ed Woodward.The change in the Red Devils hierarchy has been coming since Woodward announced he would step down following the collapse of the European Super League in April.Instead of looking to recruit a new man, the club are promoting Arnold, who has been a part of their backroom staff since 2007.The accountant joined as group commercial director before becoming group managing director in 2013.He will soon have the title of CEO, and not the executive vice-chairman label which Woodward has had, as per Sky News.They report that United could announce the move to the New York Stock Exchange in the coming days.It will take effect in the New Year, with

Ajax CEO and former Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin Van der Sar says he is "extremely happy" in the Eredivisie with Erik ten Hag's side, ruling out a move to Old Trafford — for now.

The January transfer window is now only a matter of weeks away and Manchester United are well aware of the task that needs to be carried out as soon as it opens.

Manchester United.The controversial board member will leave his job as chief executive at Old Trafford at the end of the year.That is set to have a major impact on how transfers will be held, while it remains to be seen who will fulfil the role that is being left behind.Many United fans are happy to see Woodward leave after he became the main source of blame for the lack of success on the pitch since Sir Alex Ferguson’s departure.Over half a billion pounds has been spent since the Scotsman left in 2013 but United have failed to win the Premier League since his reign.The announcement was made in April that Woodward would fall on his sword amid the European Super League debacle and one potential successor was named as Van der Sar.The former

Mino Raiola says he is 'ready to go to war' at the negotiation table for his players as the super-agent compared the hardest transfer dealings as playing against Cristiano Ronaldo.

Edwin van der Sar has hinted at a possible return to Manchester United as the club’s chief executive.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic hadn't even officially signed for Manchester United before he was already making controversy at the club.

The image of Ed Woodward in the terraces of Old Trafford has almost begun synonymous with Manchester United's problems over the past few years.

Manchester United are set to enter the start of a new era with the appointment of Ralf Rangnick, who will take charge of the club on an interim basis until the end of the season.