An FA Cup and fifth place in the Premier League was not enough salvation for Louis van Gaal and after three days of tantalising talks, Jose Mourinho has finally been confirmed as his successor.

The level of ‘vulnerability’ that Old Trafford’s bomb hoax debacle highlighted has been described as ‘surprising’ by a senior security expert.

Manchester football historian Dr Gary James believes Manchester City’s success in the Champions League will negatively impact their rivals Manchester United.

Team GB taekwondo athlete and avid Manchester United fan Lutalo Muhammad believes the club should stand by under pressure manager Louis van Gaal.

Manchester United’s new head of academy and former midfielder Nicky Butt wants to take a leaf out of his old mentor Sir Alex Ferguson’s book by bringing in one-club stalwarts.

Fernandinho says with the same heart displayed in the League Cup on Wednesday Manchester City can reach the FA Cup last 16 this weekend.

Chris Smalling says he understands the Manchester United fans frustrations after his team were booed off following their 1-0 defeat to Southampton at Old Trafford on Saturday.

Louis van Gaal claims that Manchester United’s upturn in form during 2016 is largely down to the improved performances from captain Wayne Rooney.

Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini is happy with his current squad and is not looking to add to his options or move anyone on in January.

Juan Mata produced his best performance to date in a Manchester United shirt in the crucial 2-1 win away to Liverpool last March, a result which sparked United’s push for a top four place.

Manuel Pellegrini praised the depths of his squad as he looked ahead to the rest of the season after his sides 4-0 victory over Crystal Palace.