Manchester United
A long time coming? – Here’s why Man Utd offloading this 29-year-old flop is the right move for all parties
Why Man United parting ways with Matteo Darmian looks ideal for all parties
According to The Sun, Italian right-back Matteo Darmian looks set to end his lacklustre spell at Man United, with the report suggesting that the 29-year-old is the subject of widespread interest from a lot of clubs in his homeland.
The Sun understands that Roma are amongst the favourites to land the defender, while AC Milan and Fiorentina are also interested in securing his services.
Darmian, though, is not the only defender at Old Trafford who seems to be on the move this summer, with the same report claiming that centre-back Chris Smalling is also poised to complete a switch to Roma on a season-long loan deal.
The 29-year-old Italian international, who joined the Red Devils from Torino for a fee of £12.7 million back in 2015, played regularly in the Premier League in his first couple of seasons at Old Trafford before slipping down the pecking order since the start of the 2017-18 campaign.
Darmian has featured on only 13 occasions for United since December 2017, which is a clear reflection of the fact that his dream move to Man United hasn’t gone according to the script.
Along with Phil Jones, Smalling and Fred, the 36-cap Italian international has yet to feature in any of the matchday squads in the Premier League thus far this term, with several of last season’s players lost in the cold after a summer of heavy investment at Old Trafford.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer spent splashed the cash to bring in the likes of Harry Maguire and Aaron Wan-Bissaka from Leicester City and Crystal Palace respectively to shore up his porous backline and Darmian is apparently not a part of the Norwegian’s plans moving forward.
The 29-year-old, who is in the last year of his contract at Old Trafford, could be stuck in limbo if a move elsewhere fails to materialize before Monday’s deadline, whilst United are also expected to be open to getting him off their books.
While Darmian desperately needs a switch this summer in a bid to resurrect his faltering career and regain his place in Italy’s international setup, the Red Devils face the risk of losing him for absolutely nothing next summer.
United are likely to be aware of that and with interest in the full-back high before the deadline, it won’t be a surprise to see them parting ways with the 29-year-old very soon.
To put things into perspective, this is United’s last chance to cut their losses on the 29-year-old and recoup a portion of the money that they had previously spent to bring him to the club.
Truth be told, not many would lament his departure from Old Trafford after a rather frustrating spell in which he has clearly failed to live up to the expectations.
United lost Antonio Valencia this summer but with Wan-Bissaka impressing in the opening few weeks and Diogo Dalot already at the club as a useful back-up, it is easy to see that Darmian is surplus to requirements.
Moreover, United have the experience of Ashley Young, who is capable of providing valuable cover on either side of the backline.
Still only 29, a move back to his homeland could potentially work in favour of Darmian’s career, as he looks to rediscover his old mojo after a rather lean spell in England.
He had reached great heights at Torino earlier in his career and a return to familiar surroundings might just prove to be the opening that he needs to find his feet back.
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All in all, this move seemingly suits the interests of all parties involved and Man United need to cash in on their underperforming star at the earliest.
Aston Villa
Bruno Fernandes Reveals What He Admires About Jess Park’s Game as Man United Captain Praises Fellow Number Eight’s Smashing Season
Bruno Fernandes is a big fan of Manchester United Women midfielder Jess Park. The Portugal international shares the number eight shirt with Park and has been impressed by her debut campaign following her summer move from Manchester City.
Park has registered nine goals and five assists since joining from crosstown rivals in an impressive first season. The England international has won United’s Player of the Month award a team high four times, which demonstrates her consistent quality.
Not as Easy as It Looks
Fernandes watched back some of Park’s best moments for United, including her Goal of the Month winner against the London City Lionesses. The midfielder came in off the left flank to beat her marker before driving into space and picking out the far bottom corner.
“It all starts with the first touch. She gets the control there away from the player, she gets a lot of space to then run. Then the speed to run quick like that and then to be very accurate with the shot, it’s a very good thing. It’s not as easy as it looks,” Fernandes explained, which is an absolutely spot on analysis.
Lot of Futsal in That Goal
The United captain also praised Park’s winner against Juventus at the Allianz Stadium. Park helped start the move with a dribble from deep before getting into the box and finishing by picking out the far top corner.
“We spoke about the number eight shirt, and she was in the middle, creating and dictating the tempo. Then she follows up and she ends up in the box with the opportunity to finish. I think the finish is fantastic. There’s a lot of futsal in that goal there,” Fernandes said.
Very Quick With Her Feet
Fernandes watched Park’s solo effort at Aston Villa, which won another Goal of the Month prize. “She’s very quick with her feet and goes onto her left foot, which the defender was probably not expecting,” he acknowledged.
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Chelsea Dragon
Manchester United Women Star Pinpoints Unique Reason for Success as Red Devils Prepare for First Ever League Cup Final
Manchester United Women will face Chelsea in their first ever League Cup final on Sunday. The Red Devils will be aiming to win their second trophy in their history after their FA Cup victory in 2024 with summer signing Fridolina Rolfo one of the reasons behind United’s success this season.
In an interview with FourFourTwo, the Swede was asked how she felt about reaching a final in her first season at the club. “It feels great. We’ve been having a great season so far, and now reaching a final, it feels absolutely amazing. We are super excited because it’s these games you want to play, so we’re really looking forward to it,” Rolfo retorted.
Team Spirit Something Unique
One of the factors behind United’s success, which is frequently brought up, is that of the team spirit in the camp. Rolfo was also keen to address this and elaborated, “I would say that the team spirit is something unique and something we bring out with us on the pitch as well. We always work hard for each other, we push ourselves in training and in games, and we want to win together.”
She added, “Having such a good team spirit is what makes us more successful. We’re having fun together, and we enjoy being together.” Rolfo explained that she wants to help the team in any way she can, whether that is scoring, assisting, or just working hard, as they aspire to win a trophy.
Better Way to Go Into Game
Chelsea have already knocked United out of the FA Cup this season and boast a far superior record over Marc Skinner’s side. Rolfo chose to focus on the positives, though, and asserted confidently, “Not being a favourite, I think that’s almost the better way to go into a game. I prefer being an underdog than a favourite because if you’re a favourite, you have all the pressure on you.”
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Manchester City
Jess Park Opens Up: Lionesses Star on Joining Man Utd From Man City and Message of Freedom That Has Her Thriving Ahead of League Cup Final
There was less than an hour remaining in the Women’s Super League summer transfer window when the most stunning business of all was completed. Jess Park and Grace Clinton had been stalwarts at Manchester City and Manchester United, respectively, during the previous season, and yet at the eleventh hour, both were sent to opposite sides of the city.
It prompted criticism of United, with many questioning whether they had done enough summer business. That feeling intensified in the first half of the season when the club’s lack of depth played a part in their inability to mount a serious WSL title challenge. But no criticism can be levelled at the club for what they have done with Park.
Given Freedom to Find Spaces
Revitalised by the freedom handed to her by United boss Marc Skinner, who has crafted out a unique role for her on the pitch, the England international has helped this team reach the Champions League quarter finals and Sunday’s League Cup final. “Of course you’re going to be a little bit sceptical. But as soon as I hit the field, I heard the fans straight away, and that’s much appreciated. I’ve loved every minute of it,” Park tells GOAL.
Park plays like she is loving it, too. With six goals and four assists, it is already her best ever WSL season in terms of goal contributions, and there are still six games to play. That is on top of three goals in other competitions, including the crucial equaliser in the League Cup quarter final win over Tottenham.
Position is Just Where You Start
The position Skinner has put Park in has helped to bring that form out of her. At City, she was deployed in a more orthodox central midfield role, but at United, she has most often started on the right and been allowed to float into whatever spaces appear. Asked what the message has been in that role, Park says, “Have freedom, find the ball, find the spaces, find the pockets.”
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