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In LaLiga, Real Madrid swapped flair for pragmatism to get a big win on the road against a strong Villarreal side, and Juventus showed their class in Serie A with a big victory over struggling Napoli that puts them back in touch with the top four. Plus there was more panic for Liverpool, as they lost at Bournemouth with a last-gasp goal that bumped them out of the top four.

The 22-year-old has emerged as one of several options being considered by United as they prepare for the departure of Casemiro, who will leave the club as a free agent at the end of the season. Midfield reinforcements have become the top priority for Man United this year. With Casemiro's exit confirmed and ongoing inconsistency in midfield, the club is determined to reshape the centre of the pitch with younger, more dynamic talent.

Jesse Lingard will leave Manchester United in the summer of 2022 after an unsatisfactory end to his eight seasons at Old Trafford - and he didn't enjoy the most memorable of debuts either. Lingard started the first game of the 2014-15 season as United welcomed the start of the Louis van Gaal era, but the future England international limped off injured as United fell to a shock home defeat against Garry Monk's Swansea.

I do think Manchester United were interested in him, Ruben Amorim was big-time interested in him. But I just don't think United could have done it there and then because they spent a lot of money in the summer bringing in Sesko, Mbeumo and Cunha. I think Mateta's options will be better in the summer. I don't think a lot of players get the clubs they want in January.

Yeah, look, he would be an interesting option for both Manchester United and Tottenham, obviously he has got a glittering CV from his time at Barcelona. Xavi during his time as Barcelona manager (Photo by Juan Manuel Serrano Arce/Getty Images) He obviously had a spell in charge at Barcelona where he did win the league, but he's been out of work since the summer of 2024.

Manchester United's trip to Elland Road to face Leeds United on Sunday carries more significance than just three points as both teams want to start 2026 on a high. United arrive in mixed form after finishing 2025 with a 1-1 draw at home to Wolves, a result that frustrated fans and exposed lingering defensive issues despite moments of attacking promise. With a total of three points against the 10 men of Everton