Tag: Louis van Gaal

  • Owen: England should have replaced ‘keeper like Dutch

    Owen: England should have replaced ‘keeper like Dutch

    Former England striker Michael Owen claims the Three Lions would have enjoyed more success in penalty shoot-outs if they had substituted their goalkeeper before the spot kicks started. Holland secured safe passage to the World Cup semi-finals last night after holding their nerve from 12 yards out against Costa Rica, who managed to keep the…

  • French giants eye Blues defender

    French giants eye Blues defender

    Manchester City defender Karim Rekik has emerged as a transfer target for Ligue 1 heavyweights Marseille, according to fresh reports in the French media. L’Equipe claims the Holland international, who was included in head coach Louis van Gaal’s provisional squad for the World Cup before being cut, could be the subject of a bid in…

  • United face fight for Dutch defender

    United face fight for Dutch defender

    Lazio are reportedly beating Manchester United in the race to land Feyenoord defender Stefan de Vrij. According to Il Tempo the Serie A outfit have already agreed terms with the highly-rated 22-year-old, although they are yet to agree a fee with his club. The report reveals that the Red Devils remain in the hunt for…

  • United striker dismisses rift report

    United striker dismisses rift report

    Manchester United striker Javier Hernandez has dismissed reports that he has discussed the future of Mexico head coach Miguel Herrera with the press. The 26-year-old has reacted angrily to suggestions that he entered into a conversation on or off the record about his national side’s boss, who guided them to the first knock-out stage of…

  • United set to bid £34m for midfielder

    United set to bid £34m for midfielder

    Manchester United are reportedly lining up a £34million bid for Juventus midfielder Arturo Vidal. According to Italian source QS, the Red Devils are keen to pair the highly-rated Chile international with Spanish youngster Ander Herrera, who joined from La Liga outfit Athletic Bilbao last week. Holland head coach Louis van Gaal, who officially takes charge…

  • Shaw to be followed by German World Cup defender

    Shaw to be followed by German World Cup defender

    Football Express News understands that Manchester United will follow up their recent transfer activity with a bid for Borussia Dortmund’s Mats Hummels, following the World Cup in Brazil. A dismal season under the guidance of David Moyes saw Manchester United fail to qualify for the Champions League and sack the Scottish boss, resulting in the…

  • United legend: Shaw can justify fee

    United legend: Shaw can justify fee

    Former Manchester United captain Rio Ferdinand believes the potential longevity of Luke Shaw’s career at Old Trafford justifies a hefty price tag. The England left-back is widely-expected to complete a mega-money move from Southampton to the three-time European Cup winners following today’s medical. While the logic of paying a fee of around £30million for an…

  • United plot move for Inter midfielder

    United plot move for Inter midfielder

    Manchester United could make a move for Inter Milan midfielder Fredy Guarin, according to fresh reports in the Italian media. Tutto Mercato Web claims the Serie A outfit are considering the possibility of cashing in on the highly-rated Colombia international, with plans to demand around £14million. The report reveals the San Siro giants will not…

  • Opening fixtures ‘favour United boss’

    Opening fixtures ‘favour United boss’

    The early set of Premier League fixtures suits new Manchester United head coach Louis van Gaal, according to former Red Devils striker Michael Owen. Swansea City visit Old Trafford on the opening day of the 2014-15 campaign on August 16, followed by trips to Sunderland and newly-promoted Burnley later in the month. Another side to…

  • United close in on Benfica winger

    United close in on Benfica winger

    Manchester United have moved a step closer to the signature of Benfica winger Nicolas Gaitan, according to fresh reports in the Porugese media. A Bola claims a deal could be close as Red Devils representatives continue to negotiate with the 26-year-old’s club. United’s lack of creativity was pinpointed as a major problem in their torrid…