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Tottenham, Bournemouth, and Manchester United scouted Elfsborg after their victory over Roma. Coach Oscar Hiljemark, who has led the team to success, is gaining attention from bigger clubs. Players like Besfort Zeneli and Michael Baidoo are also being monitored, indicating significant interest from Premier League clubs.

Mathijs de Ligt is unlikely to fulfill his early promise, partly due to Erik ten Hag’s influence, according to Dutch pundits René van der Gijp and Johan Derksen. Following unsuccessful stints at Juventus and Bayern Munich, his rocky start at Manchester United has led to increasing criticism and fading hopes for his revival.

Portugal manager Roberto Martinez defended Bruno Fernandes following his second red card in a week, stating both decisions were unfair. Fernandes was sent off against Porto after a second yellow, having previously seen red against Tottenham, which was later overturned. Martinez acknowledged the midfielder’s experience in handling such situations.

Former Porto midfielder Maniche praised Paul Scholes as the best midfielder globally during their careers, a sentiment echoed by manager Luiz Felipe Scolari. During an interview, Maniche reflected on their playing days, emphasizing the distinct qualities of midfielders like Scholes, Lampard, Gerrard, Iniesta, and Pirlo in that era.

Manchester United faces scrutiny as they let midfielder Maxi Oyedele go for a minimal fee this summer. Oyedele, 19, has thrived at Legia Warszawa, earning a Poland national team call-up after just 100 minutes of play. His success raises questions about United’s transfer decisions and potential regrets.

Manchester United is reportedly interested in Benfica winger Kerem Aktürkoğlu, following his strong start with four goals and two assists since joining from Galatasaray for €12m. While linked with a potential €40m offer, skepticism surrounds this pursuit, considering United’s recent squad investments and existing winger options.

Manchester United’s Mathijs de Ligt acknowledged a lack of self-confidence within the squad after a disappointing start to the season, including a recent 3-0 loss to Tottenham. Despite a busy summer transfer window, the team struggles, winning only two of six Premier League matches. De Ligt believes confidence will return quickly.

Arsenal reportedly made a significant summer offer for RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Šeško, who signed a contract extension until 2029. Arsenal, Manchester City, and Manchester United are keen on the 23-year-old, especially following his impressive start to the season with six goals. His future likely lies in the Premier League.

Álvaro Fernández Carreras transferred from Manchester United to Benfica in January 2024, initially on loan. Benfica eventually activated a €6m purchase clause. Although his start was challenging, he recently excelled in a match against Atlético Madrid. Some believe the transfer was a mistake for Manchester United, while others see his potential.

Douglas Luiz’s struggles at Juventus since his €50m transfer from Aston Villa have led to praise for Scott McTominay, whom Manchester United sold for €30m. McTominay, now thriving at Napoli, contrasts sharply with Luiz, who has failed to secure a starting position and recently gave away a penalty in a Champions League match.