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Keane claims Hughes made mistake in joining Man City

Ipswich boss Roy Keane believes Mark Hughes should not have gone to Manchester City because of his playing history at Manchester United.<!--break-->The former Wales and Blackburn boss joined City in 2008 having developed an impressive CV with his previous employers.He was sacked by City last...

McLeish: Birmingham success in Premiership 'no fluke'

Birmingham boss Alex McLeish insisted his side's nine game unbeaten run is 'no fluke' and is a testament to the character of the team.<!--break-->They face a massive challenge to extend that run into double figures with the visit of leaders Chelsea to St Andrew's on Boxing Day.He said: "We have...

England coach seeks assurances from Man Utd crock Ferdinand

Fabio Capello has been speaking with Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand and is confident the Red Devils ace will be fit by next month.<!--break-->The England coach has been in touch with the 31-year-old stopper and has been given a upbeat bulletin in his recent progress."I spoke with Rio...

Diouf granted Man Utd work permit

Mame Biram Diouf will be able to join Manchester United in January after finally being granted a work permit.<!--break-->The Reds agreed a deal with Molde in July for the 22-year-old but he has stayed with the Norwegian side on a loan basis in the meantime.But the Senegal international has now...

Man Utd turned down in bid for Benfica's Di Maria

According to reports in Portugal, Benfica have rejected a bid for prized asset Angel Di Maria from Manchester United.<!--break-->The bid from United was said to be in the region of £8million, with out-of-favour winger Nani also offered in exchange.However, Portuguese radio station TSF have...

Man Utd's Diouf given work permit

Manchester United's Senegal striker Mame Biram Diouf will be available to make his debut in January after being granted a work permit.

Patrice Evra demands Christmas cheer for Manchester United with 100 per cent winning record over festive period

Patrice Evra is demanding Manchester United secure maximum points from their Christmas fixtures as they look to make up lost ground in the Premier League title race. Two defeats in three games has left United four points adrift of leaders Chelsea, who have hardly been in the best of form themselves.

Fergie could be set to mentor Guardiola as Barca boss is linked with Man United

Barcelona boss Pep Guardiola has been linked with Sir Alex Ferguson's job at Manchester United. The rookie Catalan coach is out of contract at the end of the season.