Talking Devils - A Manchester United Podcast

United are linked with young stars from Forest and Ajax while more about Andre Onana's future is revealed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United have been linked with a move for Amorim's old defender Zeno Debast which could well just be lazy reporting. So too might the news that United hope Onana will do well enough to be sold, and that Kobbie may look for a move in January if he doesn't play. It's one of those days! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wayne Barton is joined by football analyst Tony Bryson and coach Mike Pieri to discuss Manchester United's tactics under Ruben Amorim. United face Manchester City in a compelling match at the weekend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United apparently failed in a bid for Angelo Stiller. And that's really all there is. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Manchester United survives and maintains their identity through the behind-closed-doors of the likes of Dave Bushell. Dave has just released his autobiograohy, ghostwritten with Roy Cavanagh MBE. Wayne chats with Roy to discuss Dave's story.Order the book here https://www.amazon.co.uk/Dave-Bushell-Dreams-Come-True/dp/B0FN81JWP5/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Express reveal a huge blow to Manchester United, a shattering blow, from the Antony deal... until you actually read it and it seems like it's a pretty good deal. Elsewhere, Bruno is open to leaving if a Saudi Arabian club come back for him, and Andre Onana expects to leave on loan today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to a complete history of Manchester United brought to you by Paddy Barclay and Wayne Barton. This episode looks at the 1950/51 season.United finish runners-up again - there are some notable first appearances, and a world record signing you've probably never heard of. All the player statistics, the key games, the big stories and the tactics are covered by Paddy and Wayne.----Welcome to A Complete History of Manchester United — the podcast where football writers Wayne Barton and the late great Paddy Barclay dive headfirst into every single United season, one episode at a time.In each episode, we look back at the team line-ups, the standout players, the key matches, and the biggest talking points from that year. Whether it's title wins, near-misses, new signings, or unforgettable goals, Wayne and Paddy bring all the drama, insight, and nostalgia from every corner of United's long and legendary history.If you're a lifelong Red or just football-obsessed, this is the ultimate season-by-season journey through Manchester United's past now in audio form. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andre Onana could be making a swift loan move to Turkey. Michael Owen, meanwhile, has bizarrely declared he was better than Wayne Rooney as a teenager. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The football world has been reminded of Manchester United identifying Carlos Baleba as their primary target - just in case you needed it.On this day in history, Manchester United's story began with a late winner from a debutant who was the de facto number seven. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The transfer window has closed, and Keane Franey is here with Phil Marsh and Lee Lawrence to give their thoughts on how United fared throughout it.The trio discuss United's start to the season and talk about some of our unexpected good performers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Continued rumbles about a goalkeeper departure with windows in Turkey and Saudi Arabia still open, while the women's transfer window closed yesterday with a little activity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After the storm... a quiet day, as Shea Lacey does Shae Lacey things at Carrington and Andre Onana could still leave. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The transfer window may be closed but United's ability to register the clicks is an unremitting business so new names are linked to the club today. There is a summary of what happened in the summer, and on this day, Newton Heath Football Club play their first Football League game - but you might not know the story of how they got there. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The transfer deadline has finally passed. United brought in a goalkeeper at the last, and managed to move almost all of the bomb squad on, even though one is still there and two are still contracted to the club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave Murphy and Paul Parker review Saturday's win over Burnley and react to the breaking news on Deadline Day morning Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Manchester United secured their first win of the season while the women and U18s continue their promising starts. Alejandro Garnacho has officially gone, Rasmus Hojlund is all but, and a new enquiry has been put in to Aston Villa about the availability of Emiliano Martinez. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a tumultuous time. Ruben Amorim says he one day wants to leave then stay, which is not the sort of stability we need, but sums up the mood as Real Betis have a bid accepted, agree terms with Antony, then pull out.On this day in 1930, Pongo causes a stench at Old Trafford that lasts the full season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Busy old day at United. Kobbie Mainoo has asked to leave on loan to get first team football. A deal has finally been agreed for Alejandro Garnacho to join Chelsea. And Ruben Amorim may well walk after the Burnley game.I've also written about the events of the week here : https://waynesbarton.substack.com/p/who-will-save-manchester-united Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Keane Franey and Phil Marsh react to United's League Cup shocker and also to the breaking news that United and Chelsea have agreed a deal to transfer Alejandro Garnacho, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hours after water was poured on the Kobbie rumours by all sources connected, the Athletic have run a feature saying Kobbie could entertain talk of a move after all. I run through, at length, why I feel that is a nightmare scenario.Real Betis issued an ultimatum, Antwerp try and raise the praise, and United play at Grimsby tonight, leading to a great story from 1946, if you'll indulge. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wayne Barton is joined by Tony Bryson and Mike Pieri to run the rule over the draw with Fulham last week and preview the forthcoming game against Burnley. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After being told he is battling for his place in the team with Bruno Fernandes, who is already shoehorned into an ill-fitting position just to get him in, Kobbie Mainoo is apparently open to offers of a departure. Which would break the heart of this humble podcaster.Garnacho, Sancho and Antony, meanwhile, seem quite happy to drag their own departures out until the last minute. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wayne Barton and Dave Murphy discuss United's draw at Fulham, the issues with Ruben Amorim's system, and the impending arrival of a new goalkeeper. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Bruno Fernandes to Saudi Arabia links have resurfaced, United could well have another sell-on clause benefit coming soon, and the U18s have a great day. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United push on with talks to sign Senne Lammens, while Ruben Amorim suggests there may be a way back for the so-called bomb squad - though that might be what you would expect him to say.On this day, we have one player who narrowly escaped serious injury and one who came back from serious injury. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No news is... not exactly good news, with United working to get some bodies out of the door before the deadline closes. There are some staff changes, and on this day, in 1999, the shortest Manchester United Premier League career in history happened. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Manchester United youngsters Lee Lawrence and Phil Marsh are joined by Keane Franey to preview United's first away game in the league this Sunday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mike Keegan is reporting that Manchester United are back on the market! At least that's what the headline says. So here's what it really means.Elsewhere, the exits are still not materialising. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wayne Barton is joined by football analyst Tony Bryson and coach Mike Pieri to discuss Manchester United's tactics under Ruben Amorim. United lost against Arsenal but can take plenty of positives about the way they dominated the game. #ManUtd #ManUtdTactics #FootballTactics #RubenAmorim Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United are linked with a move for a new midfielder, Chelsea play a game of how low can you go, and on this day United played a home game at their most hated ground, leading to some good trivia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Busby made a statement with the sale of Johnny Morris but struggled to replace him - this was another season of transition which at one stage promised more than it delivered.All the player statistics, the key games, the big stories and the tactics are covered by Paddy and Wayne.--Welcome to A Complete History of Manchester United — the podcast where football writers Wayne Barton and the late great Paddy Barclay dive headfirst into every single United season, one episode at a time.In each episode, we look back at the team line-ups, the standout players, the key matches, and the biggest talking points from that year. Whether it's title wins, near-misses, new signings, or unforgettable goals, Wayne and Paddy bring all the drama, insight, and nostalgia from every corner of United's long and legendary history.If you're a lifelong Red or just football-obsessed, this is the ultimate season-by-season journey through Manchester United's past now in audio form. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Slow day at the rumour mill today. United's Under 21s won at 'Boro and on this day was one of the most famous days in the club's history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wayne Barton and Dave Murphy discuss the opening defeat to the season against Arsenal and what it means for Ruben Amorim.#MUNARS #RubenAmorim #ManUtdvArsenal#ManchesterUnited#MUFC#PremierLeague#OldTrafford#ManUtdPodcast#Arsenal#MikelArteta#Gyokores#AltayBayindir#MatheusCunha#BryanMbeumo#ManUtdLive Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Predictably, in the wake of a goalkeeper howler, every single goalkeeper who has been linked to United over the summer finds themselves back in the rumour mill this morning. United are linked with a move for Adam Wharton but are likely to hold off on a midfielder now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wayne Barton gives his thoughts on the match day and his match ratings. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United's Premier League campaign kicks off today against Arsenal. You might be expecting Michael Knighton juggling a ball before kick off like he did in 1989, but the day has brought something equally ludicrous with it with the rumoured return of David De Gea. Surely not. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A week ago it seemed as though United might get both Carlos Baleba and Gianluigi Donnarumma. Now it looks as though they'll get neither. United's Women's team make a smart signing and the season begins today for Darren Fletcher's Under 18s. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A little excitement yesterday as a Cameroonian outlet announced the completion of Carlos Baleba's transfer to Manchester United... it was the same source which broke confirmation of Baleba's compatriot, Andre Onana, making the same move two years ago... however, not all was as it seems.Roma have made an offer for Jadon Sancho. We'll wait and see if all is as it seems there.On our Thursday night pod, former United youngsters Lee Lawrence and Phil Marsh were hevaily critical of Alejandro Garnacho's antics. You can listen on our audio feed or watch here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XwCH2QzQ2nE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Former Manchester United youngsters Lee Lawrence and Phil Marsh are joined by Keane Franey to preview the opening Premier League fixture of the season, at home to Arsenal this Sunday. Lee and Phil have some tough words for Alejandro Garnacho following his social media antics this week.#MUNARS #RubenAmorim #ManUtdvArsenal#ManchesterUnited#MUFC#PremierLeague#OldTrafford#ManUtdPodcast#Arsenal#MikelArteta#RubenAmorim#Gyokores#LeeLawrence#Phil Marsh Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The major news is that youngster Sekou Kone was taken to hospital after the U21 game at Tamworth last night.In transfer news, United start talks with Brighton and are predictably miles apart in their valuation of Carlos Baleba. Jadon Sancho, meanwhile, may well sit out the remainder of his contract. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wayne Barton is joined by football analyst Tony Bryson and coach Mike Pieri to discuss Manchester United's tactics under Ruben Amorim. In this first episode, we look at the system, how the new players can help create new combinations, and give our thoughts on the potential success moving forward.#ManUtd #ManUtdTactics #FootballTactics #RubenAmorim Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donnarumma says goodbye to PSG, but after weeks with United being linked as his preferred destination, Manchester City have emerged as a contender. Meanwhile, Antony is being told where to go, and Romano has started telling us what people say. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Donnarumma has reportedly been dropped by Paris Saint Germain for their Super Cup clash with Spurs, sparking rumours that he may be close to a move to Old Trafford. Meanwhile, a listener asks how close Ronaldinho came to moving to United from the same club back in 2003. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ahead of the first game of the season, Manchester United are planning their boldest transfer move yet.United legend Paul Parker is joined by Wayne Barton and Dave Murphy to preview the season opener against Arsenal.#RubenAmorim #ManUtd #CarlosBaleba #ManUtdArsenal #OldTrafford #PremierLeague Paul's autobiohgraphy is available to pre-order. You can order signed copies here https://talkofthedevils.co.uk/2025/08/02/paul-parker-autobiography-signed-copies-now-available/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United are set to make their first move for Baleba, it's time for the raft of outgoings to commence, and I have a new 'explain it to me' feature where I share what really happened in United's history Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After winning the FA Cup, United get to the semi finals as holders, and face heartbreak in the league, too.In this episode, Wayne Barton and the late Paddy Barclay take an in-depth look at Matt Busby's first serious push for the league title - but there are growing tensions within the squad.Watch on YouTube here : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ENdH4G4OAoE#ManchesterUnited#MUFC#SirMattBusby#ManUtdHistory#BusbyBabesBeginnings#OldTrafford#FootballHistory#RedDevils#WayneBarton#PaddyBarclay#ACompleteHistoryOfMUFC#1946Football#ManUtdPodcast-Welcome to A Complete History of Manchester United — the podcast where football writers Wayne Barton and the late great Paddy Barclay dive headfirst into every single United season, one episode at a time.In each episode, we look back at the team line-ups, the standout players, the key matches, and the biggest talking points from that year. Whether it's title wins, near-misses, new signings, or unforgettable goals, Wayne and Paddy bring all the drama, insight, and nostalgia from every corner of United's long and legendary history.If you're a lifelong Red or just football-obsessed, this is the ultimate season-by-season journey through Manchester United's past now in audio form. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United concluded their pre-season with a 1-1 draw against Fiorentina... but the Snapdragon Cup came (stayed?) home! Kobbie Mainoo smashed home the winning penalty and United have silverware. That came after Benjamin Sesko's transfer was officially announced and the player was unveiled. With the club ready to make their next move, there are those conflicting rumours on whether they will move for Donnarumma or Baleba next. It may depend on outgoings. Nothing is happening there, yet... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Benjamin Sesko will sign today as Manchester United take on Fiorentina and present their new signings to Old Trafford. Mixed reports on the next priority transfer - though it seems United are far from done in the market. Meanwhile, a shiny new Carrington is unveiled to the public, and on this day 30 years ago one of the most fateful meetings in United history occurred. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Benjamin Sesko flies in for his Manchester United medical and will be unveiled tomorrow. Rasmus Hojlund may move on, Garnacho seems to be in talks with Chelsea, and we pay tribute to a bonafide legend of the club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wayne Barton is joined by Keane Franey and former United youngsters Lee Lawrence and Phil Marsh to discuss the breaking news that Benjamin Sesko is imminently joining the club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Benjamic Sesko is training alone as United and Leipzig officials meet to conclude his transfer, while a blockbuster of an enquiry is made for the midfielder everyone wants United to sign. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.