The Promised Land | A Manchester United Podcast
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.
Episodes
Emery, Conte & Nagelsmann Assessed - And the HUGE Player Issue Man Utd Must Address
Manchester United are facing another crisis after their humiliating 4-1 defeat to Como, and Michael Carrick's time at Old Trafford looks to be running out.
But when he inevitably leaves, who should replace him? And what kind of manager do United actually need?
Unai Emery, Eddie Howe, Antonio Conte, Fabian Hürzeler and Julian Nagelsmann are all discussed on this episode of TPL, including why Cont
Como 4-1 Man Utd: An Embarrassment - And Is This the End of Carrick?
Manchester United have suffered one of their most humiliating European defeats in recent memory, dismantled 4-1 by Como in a Champions League performance that raises enormous questions about Michael Carrick's future.
United were comprehensively outplayed by Cesc Fàbregas' side, showing little intensity, organisation or attacking threat as their winless run extended to seven matches. With the team
Man Utd Have Gone Back to Square One Under Michael Carrick - Leeds 1-1 Man Utd Reaction
Manchester United's 1-1 draw at Leeds United leaves Michael Carrick's side with just seven points from their opening seven Premier League games, extending a winless run that stretches back to August.
Three consecutive 1-1 draws against bottom-half opposition have stopped the run of defeats, but have they actually changed anything? Despite an encouraging spell under Carrick towards the end of last
Lisandro Martinez Apologises - Should He Play at Leeds? HUGE Match for Carrick!
Lisandro Martínez has apologised following his explosive comments about Manchester United's leadership, but questions remain about his future at Old Trafford ahead of the visit to Leeds.
After meeting with the club's hierarchy and Michael Carrick, Martínez has issued a further statement acknowledging that his public criticism was made at the wrong time and place. But does the apology draw a line
Martinez Makes New Statement & Wants to Leave - Now What? Crisis Meeting w/ Adam Joseph
Manchester United are in crisis, and Adam Joseph returns to The Promised Land for an emergency discussion about the growing problems at Old Trafford.
Following Lisandro Martínez's explosive interview publicly questioning Jason Wilcox and United's football leadership, serious questions are being asked about the direction of the club, the standards being set behind the scenes and the growing pressu
Lisandro Martinez Drops a Pipebomb & Calls Out Jason Wilcox - REACTION
Lisandro Martínez has delivered an extraordinary interview following Manchester United's 2-0 Champions League defeat to Atlético Madrid, publicly questioning the club's ambition, summer recruitment and the decisions being made above Michael Carrick.
The Argentine defender singled out Jason Wilcox and United's football leadership, expressing frustration at the failure to sufficiently strengthen th
Man Utd's Lack of Intensity Is a Symptom of an EXISTENTIAL Problem
Manchester United's lack of intensity is becoming one of the defining problems of Michael Carrick's tenure — but is it actually a symptom of something much deeper at the football club?
The inability to consistently play with urgency, aggression and a desire to win is a recurring issue that has plagued United under multiple managers. It's also one of the fundamental qualities supporters expect fro
Man City's Win Over Liverpool Makes a Mockery of the Premier League - PL State of Play w/ Adam Joseph
Manchester City's 3-0 victory over Liverpool should have been one of the biggest spectacles of the Premier League season. Instead, in the aftermath of the independent Commission's extraordinary findings against City, it raised some deeply uncomfortable questions about the integrity of the competition.
Watching City dismantle Liverpool just days after being found guilty of serious financial rule b
Carrick's Future, Blame on Wilcox & Project 150 | Man Utd State of Play w/ Adam Joseph
Manchester United's disappointing 1-1 draw with Tottenham has intensified the scrutiny on Michael Carrick — but are the club's problems much bigger than the manager?
Adam Joseph returns for a State of Play discussion examining United's worrying start to the season, Carrick's position and whether the team's lack of intensity is primarily a conditioning problem or a reflection of the coaching.
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I've Already Lost Faith in Michael Carrick – This Is Why
Manchester United's disappointing start to the season has raised serious questions about Michael Carrick's future.
Following another frustrating performance against Tottenham Hotspur, there's a growing sense that Carrick isn't recognising, or adequately addressing, the fundamental problems holding United back.
From the lack of intensity and organisation to recurring tactical issues and the inabi
United Drop Points to 10 Men Again! Not Good Enough | Man Utd 1-1 Spurs REACTION
Manchester United's difficult start to the season continues after a hugely disappointing 1-1 draw against Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford, raising further questions about Michael Carrick's future.
Despite taking the lead through Bryan Mbeumo and playing against ten men following Rodrigo Bentancur's dismissal, United conceded a late equaliser to Dominic Solanke and dropped another two points.
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Must Win for Carrick! Baleba to Start? Man Utd vs Spurs Preview
Manchester United return from the international break with a huge Premier League clash against Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford — and Michael Carrick desperately needs a result.
With United struggling for form, is this already a must-win game for Carrick? There's a look at the pressure surrounding the manager, the worrying start to the season and why the upcoming run of fixtures could prove so i
Back to Business: Carrick's Big Decisions & Man Utd's Crucial Run w/ Adam Joseph
Manchester United return from the international break with a demanding run of fixtures ahead — and Michael Carrick faces some major selection decisions as he looks to turn the team's form around.
Scott Saunders and Adam Joseph discuss if Leny Yoro should now be starting regularly, and what is United's strongest centre-back partnership? Does Carlos Baleba deserve to come straight into midfield alo
Is THIS Man Utd's Intended Path to Removing the Debt & The Glazers? w/ Jamie Bajwa
Jamie Bajwa from Sub Prime Goals returns to discuss Manchester United’s latest financial results, the future of Old Trafford and a potentially significant route towards finally removing the club’s historic leveraged buyout debt - which has been suggested as a path in the club's recent releases.
Could stadium financing eventually provide the opportunity for INEOS to take majority control, refinanc
SHAM CITY! Reacting to the Premier League's DAMNING Man City Statement w/ Harry Symeou
Manchester City have been found guilty of serious breaches of the Premier League's financial rules — so what should happen to them now?
Harry Symeou from the Chronicles of a Gooner joins the show to break down the Premier League's extraordinary statement and the findings of the independent commission, including the numbers behind City's "sham" sponsorship arrangements and the scale of the financi
State of Play...Man City: Guilty Verdict, Possible Sanctions & Legacy | w/ Adam Joseph
Manchester City have been found guilty on 114 Premier League charges — so it's time for a slightly different State of Play.
Adam Joseph joins to assess where City stand following the verdict, what it means for the club's future and whether the way their achievements are viewed has now changed permanently...as if they weren't already under question.
Attention also turns to the potential punishmen
Manchester City Found GUILTY on 114 Premier League Charges - REACTION
Manchester City have, per David Ornstein's report, been found guilty of the vast majority of the Premier League charges against them — a landmark moment in a case that has hung over English football for years.
This episode looks at what City have been found guilty of, what the findings actually mean and why the outcome feels like vindication after years of questioning the legitimacy and significa
Is Carrick Under Pressure Already? What's Going Wrong at Man Utd w/ Adam Joseph
Michael Carrick's Manchester United have five points from their opening five Premier League games and performances have fallen below expectations — so how much responsibility should fall on the coach considering all the other factors hanging over the club?
Adam Joseph joins for this episode and the guys take a closer look at Carrick's start to the season - focusing on the areas where United simpl
Man Utd's Bad Start, Carrick & Criticism for INEOS | State of Play w/ Adam Joseph
Manchester United's start to the season has fallen well below expectations — so where does that leave Michael Carrick and his team?
Adam Joseph joins for the latest Man Utd State of Play to take stock after the draw at Fulham and assess whether pre-season expectations for this team were too high or remain realistic despite performances and results.
There's a wider look at United's performances a
Joint Worst Start to a Season & the Pressure's on Carrick | Fulham 1-1 Man Utd Reaction
Man Utd drew 1-1 with Fulham on Sunday to confirm their poor start to the season and go into the international break with five points from five games.
Scott Saunders shares his reaction to the performance and the result and what's going wrong at United (again) and explains why the belief is stronger at the moment that things are on a negative path again than likely to turn around.
There's talk o
Alarm Bells Are Ringing LOUDLY Again | Man Utd 2-3 Brighton Reaction
Manchester United are out of the Carabao Cup after throwing away a two-goal lead in a damaging defeat to Brighton at Old Trafford.
United started well, with Shea Lacey enjoying his big moment and Mason Mount making it 2-0, but what followed was another alarming collapse as Brighton took control of the game and exposed familiar problems in Michael Carrick’s side.
This episode looks at where it we
JJ Gabriel Wants to LEAVE Man Utd: What's Gone Wrong?
JJ Gabriel wants to leave Manchester United with immediate effect, bringing his future at the club into serious doubt just weeks before his 16th birthday.
One of the most highly-rated young players in United's academy, Gabriel has already broken records at youth level and scored a UEFA Youth League hat-trick last week. He had also been in contention for a first-team opportunity on Wednesday night
How Damaging is the Derby Defeat? Man Utd State of Play w/ Adam Joseph
Manchester United have had a difficult start to the Premier League season — and the derby defeat to Manchester City has only added to the frustration.
A few days removed from the game, this episode takes a calmer look at what happened at Old Trafford. Was the defeat actually as bad as it felt at the time? How damaging is United’s start to the season, and how much responsibility should fall on Mic
Poor Performance & Terrible VAR Call Costs United the Derby | Man Utd 0-1 Man City Reaction
Manchester United have LOST the Manchester derby at Old Trafford.... with Enzo Fernandez not being punished for an offside in the lead up to Erling Haaland's winner!
Scott Saunders looks at the decision, the standard of refereeing and how they can keep getting things wrong.....but also at why United didn't actually do enough to win the game outside of the poor refereeing.
United didn't manage t
Is There a Blueprint to Beat Man City? Manchester Derby Preview, Lineup & Prediction
Manchester United face Manchester City at Old Trafford in the first derby of the season — but is there already a blueprint for how Michael Carrick's side can beat their neighbours?
After Carrick masterminded a 2-0 victory over City last season, this episode looks at how United should approach Sunday's game and where Enzo Maresca's new-look City side can be exploited.
What does United's game plan
Start Sesko More! Mainoo & Tielemans Star in UCL Return | Man Utd 4-0 Sabah Reaction
Manchester United are back in the Champions League — and back with a win after a comfortable 4-0 victory over Sabah at Old Trafford.
Matheus Cunha, Bruno Fernandes, Benjamin Šeško and Lisandro Martínez got the goals as Michael Carrick's side opened their European campaign with three points and a clean sheet.
This episode looks at the immediate reaction to United's performance, Patrick Dorgu's di
Your Comments: Expectations & Underwhelming Results, Left Back & Rashford | TPLQA
The latest Your Comments Answered episode has plenty to discuss after Manchester United's frustrating start to the season.
There's talk about negativity and balancing expectations with what you see on the pitch, questions on Michael Carrick and his coaching staff, whether previous United managers deserved more patience, and the importance of giving this latest project time to develop.
Plus, the
CHAMPIONS LEAGUE IS BACK! Man Utd vs Sabah Preview, Starting XI & Prediction
Champions League football is finally back at Old Trafford as Manchester United begin their European campaign against Azerbaijani champions Sabah.
Michael Carrick's side return to Europe's biggest competition after a three-season absence, with United looking to make the perfect start against a Sabah team preparing for the first Champions League league-phase match in their history.
This episode pr
Why Are Man Utd Conceding So Many Goals? A Look at the Defence w/ Adam Joseph
Scott Saunders and Adam Joseph look at a wholistic view of Man Utd's first three games of the season - in each of which they've conceded two goals - and discuss the reasons why they are shipping in so many.
Is it to do with the approach, the mentality, the confidence levels, instructions, or the transfer market? And how do they find solutions in the team to start improving?
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What Went Wrong at Everton? Man Utd State of Play w/ Adam Joseph
Manchester United were held to a 2-2 draw by Everton — but what did the performance tell us about Michael Carrick’s team and where they are at this early stage of the season?
Adam Joseph joins for the latest Man Utd State of Play to look back at the draw, why United failed to turn the game into three points and whether Carrick got his substitutions and response right as the match developed.
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Game Management Costs United! More Points Dropped | Everton 2-2 Man Utd Reaction
Man Utd dropped two points at Everton after a screamer from Ainsley Maitland-Niles with basically the last kick of the game - but did United bring it on themselves?
Scott Saunders reacts to Man Utd's 2-2 draw at Everton and what went wrong to leave United with four points from three games.
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Why Didn't Man Utd Spend More in the Transfer Window? w/ Jamie Bajwa
Manchester United improved their squad significantly over the summer — but after all the talk of further additions, why didn't the club spend more before the transfer window closed?
Jamie Bajwa joins TPL to look at the financial and strategic reasons behind United's summer spending, the budget available to the club and why there was ultimately a limit to how far the rebuild could go in one window
Carrick Speaks on Transfers, Dorgu to Left Back? | Everton Preview, Lineup & Prediction
The transfer window is closed and Man Utd have their squad for the season ahead - with Everton next up away from home.
Michael Carrick has been speaking ahead of the game and sharing his perspectives on the window - in this episode of TPL, Scott Saunders takes conclusions from what he's said and outlines what needs to happen next.
There's also a look ahead to the game with Everton, with a big we
Did Man Utd Let Carrick Down? Summer Transfer Window Review w/ Adam Joseph
Manchester United's summer transfer window is over — so did the club actually do enough?
Adam Joseph joins for a full review of United's summer business, looking back at what the squad needed when the window opened, how expectations changed and whether the club ultimately stopped short of completing the job they set out to do.
There's a major focus on the midfield overhaul and how much United ha
Zirkzee Stays, Ait-Nouri Approach: Late Drama on Deadline Day Assessed w/ Adam Joseph
The final hours of the transfer window saw Man Utd potentially make a signing and an offload, only for moves for Joshua Zirkzee to Everton and Rayan Ait-Nouri to Man Utd to be extinguished before they even started.
Adam Joseph joins Scott Saunders to reflect on the final hours of the transfer window, if those moves would have made sense, and deadline day on the whole - with feelings on how deadli
No New Left Back, No Deadline Day Signings | REACTION
Manchester United's transfer window is officially closed — and deadline day is passing without a single new arrival at Old Trafford.
Despite links with Louis Page and Jorge Salinas, United have opted against making a late addition, while Harry Amass and Joshua Zirkzee are both staying at the club. There is also no additional striker arriving to strengthen Michael Carrick's attacking options and l
Man Utd State of Play: The Response Against Ipswich & Final Hours of the Window w/ Adam Joseph
Manchester United responded to their opening-day defeat in emphatic fashion, beating Ipswich 5-2 at Old Trafford — but how much did the performance actually tell us about where Michael Carrick’s team are?
Adam Joseph joins for the latest Man Utd State of Play to assess the win, the confidence and resilience shown after falling behind, and another extraordinary performance from Bruno Fernandes aft
THAT'S MORE LIKE IT! Kobbie Is Class & Bruno Gets Hat-Trick! | Man Utd 5-2 Ipswich REACTION
Manchester United NEEDED a response....and eventually they gave us one!
33 shots and 5 goals against Ipswich put the season back on track after Hull last week, with Bruno getting a hat-trick and Kobbie Mainoo putting in an unbelieveable display.
Scott Saunders reacts to what he saw in the game with thoughts on Luke Shaw, Marcus Rashford and the feeling around the club after a much needed win.
Zirkzee Loan, Collyer Sold for Peanuts? | Ipswich Preview, Starting XI & Prediction
Scott Saunders runs through the latest on the outgoings front for Man Utd, with Joshua Zirkzee looking likely to leave the club on loan before the deadline and Toby Collyer on his way out for a few million and some....interesting clauses.
Scott looks at how bad United are at selling and what is the key to them improving on that front, and attention then turns back to the Premier League as United
Bayern, Atletico, a Good Draw & Bad Recent Memories | UCL DRAW REACTION
Manchester United's Champions League opponents are confirmed — and on first inspection, it's a draw United should be pretty happy with.
This episode is the full reaction to the UCL draw, including the biggest tests against Bayern Munich and Atletico Madrid, the games United should be expecting to win and what the schedule could mean for Michael Carrick's side.
There's also a look back at some ra
Bruno Fernandes Wins PFA POTY - And Spends All Week Getting Criticised | Thoughts & Reaction
Bruno Fernandes has been named PFA Players' Player of the Year after an extraordinary season for Manchester United — completing a clean sweep of the major individual awards after being voted the Premier League's best player by his fellow professionals.
And yet, just days earlier, Bruno found himself at the centre of criticism following United's opening defeat at Hull, with Paul Scholes even sugge
Transfer Latest: Barcelona's Balde on Loan? Hall Latest & How to Replace Luke Shaw
Manchester United's left-back search continues — but what is the plan for the position before the transfer window closes?
This episode looks at the latest options being discussed, including the possibility of Alejandro Balde arriving on loan from Barcelona and continued interest in Jorge Salinas. If Lewis Hall remains United's preferred long-term target, could a short-term solution this summer al
Carlos Baleba OFFICIALLY Joins Man Utd! | REACTION
Carlos Baleba is officially a Manchester United player!
United have completed another major piece of their midfield rebuild, adding Baleba to a group already transformed by the arrivals of Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans this summer.
This episode with Scott Saunders is the immediate reaction to the deal: what Baleba brings to Michael Carrick's midfield, where he fits, whether he can operate as
Santos, Tielemans & Baleba: Rating Man Utd's Midfield Rebuild w/ Adam Joseph
Manchester United's midfield has undergone a major rebuild — but how good is it?
Adam Joseph joins the podcast to assess United's midfield transformation, the impact Youri Tielemans, Andrey Santos and Carlos Baleba can have on Michael Carrick's team, and how the different pieces could fit together across the season.
There's also discussion of where the rebuild leaves Kobbie Mainoo, Bruno Fernand
Losing at Hull: A One-Off or a Sign of Bigger Problems? | Man Utd State of Play w/ Adam Joseph
Manchester United's 2-0 defeat at Hull was a dreadful start to the new season — but was it simply one bad performance, or did it expose deeper problems that could follow United throughout the campaign?
Adam Joseph joins the podcast for another Man Utd State of Play as we revisit the opening day defeat with a little more distance and assess what we actually learned from Michael Carrick's side.
We
Too Soft, Too Easy, Huge Reality Check: Hull 2-0 Man Utd Reaction
Manchester United's new Premier League season began with a dreadful 2-0 defeat away at Hull City.
A hugely disappointing opening performance from Michael Carrick's side leaves plenty to discuss. What went wrong? Why did United struggle so badly, what were the biggest tactical and individual problems, and how concerning should this performance be after the optimism surrounding the start of the new
NEW SEASON BEGINS! Hull vs Man Utd | Preview, Starting XI & Prediction
The new Premier League season is here!Manchester United begin their 2026/27 campaign away at Hull City, with Michael Carrick looking to build on last season and make the perfect start to a hugely important year.
In this episode, Scott Saunders previews the opening game of the season, look at the big selection decisions facing Carrick and pick the starting XI he'd like to see at Hull.
Plus, what
Premier League Season 1-20 Predictions: Analysing Man Utd's Rivals w/ Adam Joseph
Adam Joseph joins the podcast to predict the 2026/27 Premier League season — but with a Manchester United twist.
Rather than simply working through the table, we take a closer look at the teams likely to be competing with United this season. How strong are Arsenal after finally winning the title? What happens to Manchester City in the post-Guardiola era? How dangerous will Chelsea and Liverpool b
MAN UTD CLOSE TO SIGNING CARLOS BALEBA! REACTION
So what do you know.... Man Utd were actually doing something!
Carlos Baleba is close to joining Manchester United a year after their interest was initially made known..... for what looks to be a FAR cheaper price than quoted.
Scott Saunders reacts to the news as Man Utd look to COMPLETE their midfield rebuild with a player who has all of the attributes they've needed after the Tielemans and San
Transfer Latest: Maguire Wants More Signings & Man Utd Enter Bruno Contract Talks
Manchester United's transfer window remains quiet — but there is still work to be done before the deadline.
This episode looks at the lack of movement in the market, reports that Michael Carrick is pushing for at least one more signing and why left-back remains the obvious priority. Could United still add another midfielder? How long can they wait before making a decision on Lewis Hall and the al
Man Utd 26/27 Season Preview: Expectations & Predictions w/ Adam Joseph
The new season is here — so what should Manchester United realistically be expected to achieve in 2026/27?
Adam Joseph joins the podcast for a full Manchester United season preview, looking at the state of the squad, the remaining transfer window, Michael Carrick's expectations and what genuine progress should look like this season.
How good is this United squad? What are its biggest strengths a
Pre-Season Review & Transfer Window Predictions | Man Utd State of Play w/ Adam Joseph
Adam Joseph joins the podcast for another Manchester United State of Play as pre-season comes to an end and attention turns towards the start of the new campaign.
We review what we've learned from United's pre-season performances, the positives and concerns heading into the competitive action, and what Michael Carrick's team is beginning to look like.
There's also a look at the remainder of the
Pre-Season Reality Check: Amorim's Milan Beat Man Utd 4-2 | REACTION
Ruben Amorim came back to haunt Manchester United as his AC Milan side won 4-2 in United's final pre-season match before next week's big kick off.
Scott Saunders reacts to the defeats and look at how Amorim's tactical approach exposed got the better of United - and why simply calls for new signings might not have fixed the issues we saw on the pitch in this game (THIS IS NOT TO SAY UNITED DON'T N
Calm & Ambitious: What Carrick's Comments About Transfers & Titles Tell Us
Michael Carrick has confirmed Manchester United would still like to strengthen the squad, admitting there are "one or two areas" where improvements could be made before the transfer window closes.
There's discussion on this episode of TPL of what that means for United's ambitions for the season, and a look into Carrick's own talk about dealing with ambition for trophies and the expectations that
Man Utd Transfer Planning: Raum, Salinas, Louis Page & the Emerging Talent Strategy
Manchester United continue to assess their options at left-back as uncertainty remains over a potential move for Lewis Hall.
David Raum has emerged as an experienced alternative, with the Germany international entering the final year of his contract, while Racing Santander teenager Jorge Salinas represents a younger and potentially cheaper option. But would signing another developing left-back ma
Mbeumo Is Sharp! What We Learned From Man Utd vs Leeds - Reaction
Manchester United continued their pre-season preparations with a friendly against Leeds United.
In this episode of TPL, Scott Saunders reacts to the result and performance, assesses the biggest positives from the game, and looks at what we're learning about Michael Carrick's team as the new Premier League season gets closer.
There's talk on Bryan Mbeumo and his sharpness, Zirkzee's future and wh
Would Arsenal Actually Sell Lewis-Skelly to Man Utd? Analysing His Fit w/ Harry Symeou
Harry Symeou from the Chronicles of a Gooner podcast joins TPL to discuss Myles Lewis-Skelly's future after reports that the Arsenal youngster has been offered to Manchester United.
Arsenal don't actively want to sell Lewis-Skelly and the player reportedly wants to stay — so why has his name entered the market? Harry gives the Arsenal perspective on what's happening, how highly Lewis-Skelly is ra
BONUS: Myles Lewis-Skelly Offered to Man Utd - Reaction
Myles Lewis-Skelly has been offered to Manchester United — and it could represent a fascinating opportunity as the club considers its remaining options at left-back.
In this bonus episode, Scott Saunders reacts to the Lewis-Skelly links, takes a look at why the Arsenal youngster could make sense for United, where he could fit into the squad and whether this is an opportunity the club should serio
Marcus Rashford Returns & Gets No. 14 - Responding to Your Comments
Marcus Rashford is officially back in the Manchester United squad and has been handed the No.14 shirt ahead of the new season.
But after discussing why Rashford deserves another opportunity at United, the reaction has been... mixed.
This episode is largely about that debate. The biggest comments and arguments from TPL listeners are addressed, including concerns over Rashford's attitude, work rat
Rashford's Return: What It Means for Man Utd's Budget & Serious Attacking Depth w/ Adam Joseph
Adam Joseph rejoins TPL to look back on the pre-season friendly against PSG, the lessons to take from it and what kind of team Man Utd are developing into under Michael Carrick.
There's also a focus on Marcus Rashford's impending return - looking at the incredible depth United have in attack compared to their rivals if he stays, and what a relatively unplanned reintegration for Rashford means for
Tielemans Debut, Amad Shines, Mount Injured (Of Course) - Man Utd 1-1 PSG REACTION
Man Utd drew 1-1 with PSG in their fourth pre-season game with another encouraging performance for the most part!
Scott Saunders breaks down why pre-season is making him excited for the new Premier League campaign, and also speaks on Youri Tielemans' debut, Amad's form and of course....the injury scare to Mason Mount that everyone was expecting.
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I'm Giving Marcus Rashford Another Chance at Man Utd - Here's Why
Having revisited Marcus Rashford's interview from last year, I came away with a different perspective.
Rather than focusing on individual moments or performances, this episode looks at what Rashford had to say about Manchester United's lack of long-term direction, constant managerial changes and the absence of a clear footballing identity.
Many of the frustrations he described were shared by sup
Hall Transfer Not Expected, Baleba Injured & Tchouameni Set to Stay | What Now for Man Utd?
Setbacks all around for Man Utd in the transfer market in the last 24 hours??
Rodri's decision to join Barcelona over Real Madrid was unexpected and Scott Saunders explains how that directly impacts any hope Man Utd will have had of signing Aurelien Tchouameni - is the deal now completely dead?
Carlos Baleba - a midfield alternative - has picked up an injury, and the thoughts on Lewis Hall joini
Transfer Latest: Vitek & Bayindir Sold, Zirkzee to Juventus? Man Utd Start Selling
Manchester United's transfer window continues to gather pace, with major developments around Joshua Zirkzee, Radek Vítek and Altay Bayındır leaving.
In this episode, Scott Saunders reacts to reports that Juventus are stepping up their pursuit of Zirkzee and discusses why his departure could be the key to United signing another striker before the transfer window closes.
There's also a look at Un
Mason Mount as the 'Third Midfielder' & the Lewis Hall Briefings - What's Going On?
So, what if Man Utd don't do anything else this summer?
What if they actually do keep Mason Mount as the third midfielder and not sign another one? What if Lewis Hall is too expensive and they don't sign a left back? Scott Saunders addresses the latest doomerisms around Man Utd's transfer window and lack of recent activity.
Also discussed is why it's important to control the media narrative - or
8 Long-Term Problems That Held Man Utd Back - And the Progress in Fixing Them | w/ Adam Joseph
For over a decade, Manchester United haven't just been missing one or two players – they've been battling deeper structural problems that have repeatedly held the club back.
In this episode, Adam Joseph joins the podcast to assess the biggest long-term issues that have defined United since Sir Alex Ferguson retired, and whether INEOS and the current football leadership are finally fixing them.
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Transfer Window Predictions & Pre-Season Learnings: Man Utd State of Play w/ Adam Joseph
Adam Joseph is back on the pod for a new Man Utd state of play episode with Scott Saunders - discussing what the guys expect to happen in the remaining month of the transfer window and what we've learned so far from United's pre-season fixtures.
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Finding Man Utd's Perfect Back-Up Striker: 10 Potential Signings Analysed
Who should Manchester United sign as their back-up striker before the transfer window closes?
With the Danny Welbeck option now off the table, attention turns to the remaining centre-forward options available on the market. This episode breaks down 10 realistic names, assessing their cost, playing style, likelihood of a move and how well they would complement Benjamin Šeško.
Players discussed in
Man Utd 2-1 Atletico: Lacey & Santos Shine in Strong Pre-Season Win - REACTION
Manchester United continued pre-season with an encouraging 2-1 victory over Atlético Madrid, and there was plenty to take away from the performance beyond the result.
This episode looks at the biggest positives from the game, including another impressive display from Andrey Santos, Bryan Mbeumo getting on the scoresheet, Mason Mount's growing importance if he can stay fit and Shea Lacey's emergin
Lewis Hall to Man Utd? Analysing United's Chances After Eddie Howe Quits Newcastle
Eddie Howe's departure from Newcastle United could have significant implications for Manchester United's pursuit of Lewis Hall.
This episode explores whether Hall is now a more realistic transfer target, why United's interest has remained consistent throughout the summer, and how Newcastle's changing situation could alter the equation.
Topics include:
Eddie Howe's exit and what it means for
The Rodri to Real Madrid Domino: A New Chance for Man Utd & Tchouameni?
Real Madrid are FINALLY moving for Rodri - but what does this mean for Manchester United?Could the deal for Aurelien Tchouameni have life in it yet? Or is his (as yet unsigned?) new contract confirming that the race is over?
How will he react to the signing of Rodri is a key question - and one that Scott Saunders explores in this episode of TPL.
Scott looks at the wages in the Frenchman's new d
The £6m Harry Amass Valuation & Why Letting Welbeck Join Chelsea Is a Mistake
Scott Saunders returns to outline that what Manchester United need to do in the remaining 5 weeks of the transfer window and digs into the reports from the last 24 hours around United's transfer business.
There's an extended talk about the future of Harry Amass, who could leave the club on a permanent deal, and look into the incredibly low potential fee they could receive in exchange - a measly £
Transfer Latest: Baleba, Kone, Tchouameni, Scott, Camavinga - What's Going On With Midfield?
Scott Saunders rounds up the latest Manchester United transfer news regarding the third midfielder the club want to sign this summer.
Theres summaries of what's being reported where, why nobody in the press seems to have any faint idea of what United are doing, why United might be muddying the waters, and then there's some talk on targets - why Alex Scott ISN'T right for United, why Baleba might
'An Absolute Gem for £35m!' - The Villa Perspective on Tielemans to Man Utd w/ Ty Bracey
Youri Tielemans' shock transfer from Aston Villa to Manchester United is done and dusted.
Scott Saunders is joined by content creator and Aston Villa fan Ty Bracey to talk about the Belgian's time at Aston Villa, what he excelled at during his time at Villa Park, what his weak points might be and why he feels United are getting a gem for a £35m fee.
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Lisandro Martinez Injured AGAIN? Can & Should Man Utd Sign a New Centre Back?
Lisandro Martinez has suffered another injury in the World Cup Final, raising fresh questions about his long-term availability and whether Manchester United can continue planning around him.
This episode reacts to the latest setback, what it means for Michael Carrick's squad, and whether the club now has to seriously consider replacing him - and whether they CAN and SHOULD spend big on a centre
Andrey Santos First Impressions, Mainoo's (Lack of) Minutes & Wrexham Reaction
Manchester United have kicked off their pre-season! ... with a 0-1 defeat to Wrexham.
Scott Saunders provides his first impressions of Andrey Santos from the game, what went well, what didn't, why it all doesn't really matter and what United might need to do next with some players on the fringes of their squad.
There's talk on Radek Vitek's future and also some World Cup reaction - where Kobbie
How Many More Signings Do Man Utd Need? Why Carlos Baleba Makes So Much Sense w/ Adam Joseph
Manchester United have made progress this summer, but the squad still does not look complete. In this episode, Scott is joined by Adam Joseph to go position by position through the depth chart, looking at where United are now covered, where the squad still looks light, and what still needs to happen before the window can really be considered a success.
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Tuchel Proves He Was Never Right for Man Utd & New Signings Reaction w/ Adam Joseph
England’s World Cup exit has brought fresh scrutiny on Thomas Tuchel, and this episode argues that Manchester United were right not to go down that road. The first half of the show looks at England’s elimination, why Tuchel has to take the blame, and why his latest failure only reinforces the feeling that he was never the right fit for United in the first place.
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OFFICIAL: Man Utd Sign Youri Tielemans (And Karl Darlow) - REACTION
Manchester United have completed the signing of Youri Tielemans, adding an experienced Premier League midfielder to Michael Carrick’s squad for a great value £35m. This episode reacts to the deal, rusn through what Tielemans will bring to United, and why the club clearly felt his profile was worth adding in this summer’s rebuild.
There is also discussion on how Tielemans fits into United’s midfie
ANDREY SANTOS OFFICIALLY JOINS MAN UTD! Is he the Casemiro Replacement?
Andrey Santos has been officially unveiled as a new Manchester United player.
Scott Saunders reacts to the news on a big Monday in a bonus episode of TPL, and looks into some clues around how Man Utd might use him going forward given the quotes the Brazilian has given to club channels.
Is he United's new number 6? With Youri Tielemans on the way too, it's now easier to see how that could happen.
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