Goal-getter Robin van Persie lifts lid on difficult directors who nearly blew ‘dream’ Manchester United move
Juventus and Manchester City also wanted forward
Danny Childs slams match officials after Mancunians RL slump to heavy defeat at hands of Ashton Bears
Stephen Budworth scored the visitors’ only try
Manchester City kick off summer spending with £17million deal for World Cup winner Jesus Navas
Deal could rise to £24million with add-ons
Tuesday Team Talk: Forget Europe, Wigan Athletic must concentrate on staying afloat in Championship
MM looks at what faces Wigan Athletic next season
Sir Alex Ferguson brands Rio Ferdinand one of Manchester United’s ‘best ever’ after testimonial granted
United will play Sevilla on August 9
‘It’s going to be some tournament’: Rio trip gives England World Cup boost, says Manchester City’s James Milner
Three Lions drew 2-2 at the Maracana
More prolific than Fernando Torres? Manchester United shot-stopper David De Gea dreamt of banging in the goals
Spaniard has impressive footwork
Olympian Sir Chris Hoy ‘perfect’ choice to be Manchester’s first ever city champion, says Diane Modahl
The 800m runner is launching the charity event
‘Not here to pussyfoot around’: Leigh MMA standout Mike Wilkinson claims he was ‘born to be’ UFC champion
Wilkinson is confident ahead of fight with Brazilian Rony Jason at UFC on Fuel TV 10
Manuel Pellegrini turned down Paris Saint Germain approach to join Manchester City’s ‘great project’
Chilean promised attractive football at the Etihad Stadium
Shot-stopper David De Gea saved Old Trafford career, claims Manchester United predecessor Edwin van der Sar
De Gea’s performances scrutinised by media