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The Promised Land | A Manchester United Podcast

The Promised Land | A Manchester United Podcast

Scott Saunders 561 episodes Latest Jun 2, 2026

The Promised Land is a Manchester United podcast hosted by football journalist Scott Saunders. It offers calm, measured analysis of the club's on- and off-pitch activities, avoiding sensationalism. Saunders brings his 30 years of fan experience and decade in football media to provide critical thinking and alternative perspectives on the latest news.

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7 Signs of Real Progress at Man Utd Next Season w/ Adam Joseph Jun 8, 2026 1817 Manchester United finished last season in a strong manner under Michael Carrick, getting back into the Champions League. But the time is now to kick on in the transfer market and on the pitch. Adam Joseph joins Scott Saunders to outline the things they want to see from Manchester United over the next year, on and off the pitch, to continue the good progress that's been made. Get your thoughts in
Keep, Sell or Loan? The Verdict on Every Man Utd Player's Future Jun 5, 2026 2393 Manchester United have a huge summer ahead, and major decisions need to be made across the squad. This episode goes through every player one by one, deciding who should be kept, who should be sold, and who would be better off going out on loan. There is discussion on the core players United should build around, the fringe players who have not done enough, the difficult decisions around big names,
Have Man Utd Lost Out on Elliot Anderson & What Comes Next? w/ Adam Joseph Jun 4, 2026 2012 Manchester United look increasingly likely to lose out on Elliot Anderson to Manchester City, with City now pushing ahead after having a bid lodged and rejected while talks continue. This episode of TPL with Scott Saunders and Adam Joseph reacts to the latest on Anderson’s future, why United appear to be falling behind in the race, and what it would mean if one of their key midfield targets ends u
EDERSON DEAL AGREED! How will he fit in at Man Utd? REACTION w/ Adam Joseph Jun 3, 2026 2581 Ederson’s move to Manchester United is now agreed, and this episode reacts to what we can expect from Man Utd's first signing of the summer. With Adam Joseph joining the show, there is discussion on how Ederson would fit into United’s midfield, what he would bring to the team, and why the profile makes sense in Michael Carrick’s setup. There's also talk on what to expect next, with Matheus Fernan
Could Matheus Fernandes & Lewis Hall to Man Utd Actually Happen? Jun 2, 2026 1864 Manchester United’s midfield plans are taking shape, with Mateus Fernandes and Alex Scott both emerging as serious names to watch this summer. This episode looks at why Fernandes may now be a major target, why a deal could land closer to £60m than £80m, and how United might be thinking about the overall balance of their midfield rebuild. There is also discussion on Alex Scott’s situation at Bourn
Arsenal LOSE CL Final, Liverpool Sack Slot & Go for Iraola | RIVALS WATCH Jun 1, 2026 1999 Scott Saunders is back for another instalment of Rivals Watch, offering his thoughts on the Champions League final between Arsenal and PSG, the way Arsenal played, the hatewatching habits and the big moments in the match - with Gabriel's missed penalty stealing the headlines. There's also talk on Liverpool deciding to sack Arne Slot on Saturday, with former United target and ex-Bournemouth manage
Barcelona? Arsenal? Man Utd Return? What Next for Marcus Rashford? May 30, 2026 2050 Marcus Rashford’s future is still unresolved, with Barcelona, Arsenal, Bayern and other clubs all part of the wider conversation — but what actually happens next? This episode of TPL breaks down Barcelona’s nonsense, why another loan should be off the table for Manchester United, and what realistic options Rashford may still have this summer. There is also discussion on whether Barcelona are real
The Verdict: Man Utd’s 2025/26 Season Review w/ Adam Joseph May 28, 2026 2996 Adam Joseph joins Scott Saunders to look back on the 2025/26 season on the whole. The guys give a rating for the season, reflect on the Ruben Amorim era and talk up what a job Michael Carrick has done. There's also talk on the difference made by signings and where United are now in comparison to a year ago - and what we can hope for moving forward. Subscribe to the podcast on all major platfo
Ederson Close to Joining, Trusting Transfer Reports & Keane vs Bruno w/ Adam Joseph May 27, 2026 2348 Adam Joseph rejoins TPL to discuss the latest around Man Utd following the season's conclusion. The guys look at the reporting around Ederson and whether to believe United will follow through with this deal, and discuss at length how to decipher what sources and reporting to trust ahead of the coming transfer window in an age of fake news and changing football news landscape. They also discuss R
Bruno Breaks the Record & United End in Style! Brighton 0-3 Man Utd REACTION! May 25, 2026 1944 Manchester United ended the season in style with a 3-0 win away at Brighton, with Bruno Fernandes breaking the Premier League season assist record in another huge moment in a remarkable campaign. This episode of TPL with Scott Saunders looks at the performance, the key moments from the win, and why the mood around United feels far more optimistic heading into next season. There is also discussion
Are Man Utd ACTUALLY Going to Sign Ederson? Bruno Wins PL POTY! May 23, 2026 1930 Manchester United are being linked with a move for Ederson, but is it really going to happen based on the reports? This episode looks at whether United are actually going to sign the Atalanta midfielder, how he would fit into the squad, and what the latest links might mean for the club’s summer plans. There is also discussion on Bruno Fernandes winning the Premier League Player of the Year award
Michael Carrick Signs New Man Utd Contract as Pep LEAVES City | REACTION May 22, 2026 2116 Michael Carrick has officially extended his Manchester United contract, while Pep Guardiola’s departure from Manchester City marks a huge shift in the balance of power in Manchester. This episode reacts to both developments, what they mean for United, and why this could be a defining moment if the club gets the next phase right. There is also discussion on Harry Maguire being left out of the Engl

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