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Ten Hag on Mason Mount

Ten Hag has provided an injury update on Mason Mount.

Mount, 25, has been plagued by injury all season and thus has not featured since November.

On his return, Ten Hag said: "Mason Mount I think he is in a good spell now and he will return shortly, I think after the international break."

Man Utd receive triple injury boost ahead of Liverpool clash

Erik ten Hag has been handed a triple injury boost with the expected return of three first-team stars for the FA Cup clash against Liverpool.

Ten Hag said: "For next week, some players are planning to return, hopefully when the process will continue like it is now, Harry Maguire and Aaron Wan-Bissaka I expect them to be available for our game against Liverpool. Hojlund as well."

Potential XI v Everton

With news that both Marcus Rashford and Jonny Evans have recovered from the derby Man Utd, the two should make the XI against Everton tomorrow.

The XI should therefore be the same, with Kobbie Mainoo and Bruno Fernandes in midfield alongside Casemiro, Victor Lindelof and Diogo Dalot as the full-backs and Raphael Varane and Andre Onana completing the defence.

We reckon the front three would be Marcus Rashford, Alejandro Garnacho and Antony.

Ten Hag also revealed that Omari Forson will not be in the squad after picking up an injury.

Ten Hag provides positive update on two players

Ten Hag on team news: "The good news, they [Rashford and Evans] recovered after the derby, so they are available.

"The rest is the same squad apart from Omari Forson. He dropped out, he has an injury."

Solskjaer opens up on management return

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has opened up on his potential return to management.

He has been without a job since being sacked by Man Utd in 2021.

Solskjaer addressed rumours about his return to the dugout while appearing on The Overlap's Stick To Football podcast.

The Norwegian said: "I have a few offers but I'm not ready.

"It's got to be somewhere I can be myself not like anyone dictating 'you need to do this, you need to do that'.

"Because when you have been at United and managed them. You learn a few things and you want to do it your way the next time."

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Hojlund provides update on his injury

Rasmus Hojlund has provided an update on his injury status.

Though it appears he will not be back for tomorrow's clash against Everton.

After being asked about his return, he told Man Utd media: "That would be nice. Let’s see, but I’m going to be back as soon as possible.

“I don’t want to put a date on it, because it will just interfere or something, but I think we’re not far off.”

Man Utd Women's injury update

Marc Skinner has provided an update on the fitness of his Man Utd squad ahead of the Brighton game.

He said: "She has been training on the grass for the last few days, so Jayde [Riviere] is potentially available for the game.

"It obviously depends on minutes but she is available for the squad.

"Apart from that, baring the long-term injuries, everyone else is available."

Marc Skinner says team doesn't need motivating ahead of FA Cup tie

Man Utd Women's manager Marc Skinner has backed his team to overcome their Brighton test and secure a place in the FA Women's Cup semi-final.

He told Man Utd media: "If you watch the West Ham game, we take a draw from a counter-attack. We had done enough in the game to produce good chances and chances to score.

"More importantly, the great reaction from the team was that they want to take their performance from West Ham and get the result against Brighton in the knockout stages.

"It’s going to be difficult, we know they are a good team.

"They had a great result at the weekend. It’s sometimes great having a team that is self-driven in moments like this. I think there is a nice blend of that.

"I don’t feel at this moment that this team need motivating. They are ready to go, they have energy and want to progress in this competition."

Breaking: Rasmus Hojlund named Premier League Player of the Month

Rasmus Hojlund has been named the Premier League Player of the Month for February.

Hojlund came to life for Man Utd, scoring five goals and getting one assist in four games.

Man Utd Freedman links could help them and two stars

Man Utd's links to Dougie Freedman could see them land two Crystal Palace stars.

According to GiveMeSport journalist Dean Jones, their Freedman interest may help them land Michael Olise and Marc Guehi.

He said: "Interestingly, the Freedman pursuit is happening when United have their eye on a couple of key players from Palace. Olise and Guehi have been identified as players United could move for in the summer.

"While I do not believe this appointment would guarantee those players joining or that Freedman is behind it, it probably doesn’t do much harm.

"It will be interesting to see how the United first-team transfer search opens up from here because I was always told that the end of March and the start of April would be pivotal in identifying who would come in, and that is starting to fit well.”

"They already have a list of targets, but the new guys going into the club will get a chance to have their thoughts on those names and suggest ones of their own."

Onana lifts lid on friendship with Ngannou

Andre Onana has lifted the lid on his friendship with heavyweight crossover boxer Francis Ngannou - who is up against Anthony Joshua tonight.

Onana told Man Utd club media: "I have a good friend of mine, Francis Ngannou. He is a world champion. They [he and AJ] will fight in Riyadh. I hope Ngannou will win.

"Anthony is a strong one as well but, on another day, you just have to enjoy it. The best is going to win and we are going to support all of them.

"He [Francis] is a big United fan. I met him in Las Vegas, last time, and he was happy when he heard that I was coming to Manchester United. So, for me, it’s something great."

On Ngannou's previous fight with Tyson Fury, the Red Devils goalie added: "Two big guys, they have a fight and it was very nice to watch. I enjoyed it, it was, for me, great to watch.

"Like I said, two different people with different mentalities but it was good to watch them because, you see, life is different, some people are different.

"It was good to look at what Tyson was doing and what Ngannou was doing. It was a big lesson."

'Your stock does go down a little' - Andy Cole on De Zerbi links

Roberto De Zerbi's Brighton suffered a humiliating 4-0 defeat to Roma in the first leg of their Europa League last-16 tie last night.

It was a disastrous display following the weekend's 3-0 mauling by Fulham, and Man Utd icon Andy Cole believes De Zerbi's stock may be damaged amid links to the Red Devils.

He told Betfred: "Managers get judged on results. It’s that simple.

"Last season was fantastic for Brighton, playing really attractive football, getting themselves into Europe and Graham Potter was a thing of the past.

"This season’s been totally different and it’s been a lot tougher for them.

"Their form in the Premier League has been very inconsistent and I’ve seen that Pep Guardiola has said that Barcelona should be looking at him as well, but everybody’s going to be looking at you when you’re winning football matches and when you’re not winning often, then people are going to ask questions.

“Your stock does go down a little bit when you’re not winning football matches, but that’s football.

"If Brighton go on a good run between now and the end of the season, then his stock will rise again.

"Playing on Thursday and Sunday is very difficult and it may have taken a bit of a toll on Brighton this season.”

Man Utd in talks with data firm which led Liverpool to glory

Man Utd have held talks with data consultancy firm Ludonautics, who were the brains behind Liverpool signings such as Mohamed Salah, Sadio Mane and Andy Robertson.

The company is run by former Liverpool Director of Research Dr Ian Graham, but is not exclusively employed by the Reds.

Dr Graham set up to the firm last year offer the data and analytical services he provided in 11 years at Anfield, and this has seen the Red Devils make an approach, according to the Daily Mail.

It is unclear, however, whether this was a formal offer, though as it stands Ludonautics - who also have ex-Reds chief Michael Edwards on board - do not work for Man Utd.

This being said, Man Utd are said to have an ongoing dialogue with several data companies to ensure they have a full scope of the market.

Keane aims brutal dig at Solskjaer

Roy Keane aimed a brutal dig at Ole Gunnar Solskjaer while appearing on The Overlap together.

The pair also recently shared an Instagram snap together, illustrating how close their bond is.

Check out the video below.

Amad praises team leaders

Amad Diallo heaped praise on Lisandro Martinez and Casemiro for helping him back from injury and also for their leadership qualities.

Speaking to Man Utd club media, he said: "Lisandro Martinez helped me a lot because he was injured also.

“Every time, when we are at training, he spoke with me and said: 'It's nothing, Amad. Keep training hard'.

"Lisandro Martinez and Casemiro also. They are good leaders.”

Amad Diallo reveals who toughest opponent in training is

Amad Diallo has named Lisandro Martinez as his toughest opponent in training.

Speaking to Man Utd club media, he said: "Licha [is the most difficult player to face in training].

“He’s very strong in the training. For him, the training is like the Champions League final.

“He never trains easy, he goes stronger, so it’s harder to train against him.”

Fernandes facing two-match ban

Bruno Fernandes could face a two-match ban if he picks up two more yellow cards.

Fernandes is currently on eight yellow cards for the season.

Receiving 10 yellows means a player will receive a two-match ban.

Man Utd have Premier League clashes against Everton and Brentford this month, and picking up a yellow in each would mean Fernandes would miss a pair of blockbuster clashes against Chelsea and Liverpool in April.

Man Utd friends

Manchester United legend Roy Keane made a long-awaited return to Instagram to share a photo of himself alongside former team-mate Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.

Solskjaer took a selfie as the pair beamed from ear to ear, seemingly on board a boat.

Keane shared the snap on Instagram with the following caption: "DM us if you’re looking to hire a manager."

Fans enjoyed the Sky Sports pundit's post as it racked up 230,000 likes within an hour.

It also attracted plenty of comments with the ex-United captain's followers delighted to see him back, while one comparing the photo to a scene from famous British sitcom The Inbetweeners.

The fan was recalling the memorable episode where Simon, Jay, Will and Neil go on a school trip that ends with them killing a fish.

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Keane makes shock Insta return but pic with Solskjaer likened to Inbetweeners scene

Potential Ten Hag replacements

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag's position is becoming increasingly uncertain.

Reports suggest new United investor Sir Jim Ratcliffe will look for a replacement in June.

Brentford boss Thomas Frank and Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi have been touted as candidates for the job.

SunSport also exclusively revealed ex-Chelsea boss Graham Potter is in the frame.

More from Southgate

Gareth Soutgate for the time being seems confident and comfortable in the England hotseat but didn't rule out any kind of exit when asked late last year.

I’m confident in this role. I’m confident in whatever might be in the future.

Of course, I’m not going to be here for 20-30 years.

I don’t know what the future will be. I’m very calm about that.

Gareth Southgate

Gareth Southgate hint

England boss Gareth Southgate previously dropped a huge hint that he would be open and able to take on any role in the Premier League.

Earlier this week ESPN claimed Southgate is one of three managers that Manchester United have placed on their wishlist.

And while nothing has been decided about the future of under-pressure manager Erik ten Hag, minority owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe may be buoyed by an interview the Three Lions did back in December.

Everybody would talk about Middlesbrough. ‘Oh, he got Middlesbrough relegated’.

Well, yeah, in the third year, we got relegated. But I had three years of Premier League management.

There isn't a job in world football that would intimidate or daunt you, having lived this one [England], frankly.

You're not going to have any higher profile, you're not going to have any greater pressure, you're not going to have any more complex issues.

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