Talking Devils - A Manchester United Podcast

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.

Manchester United have officially entered the Benjamin Sesko race - and this one may be further down the line than is being reported. So far in fact, that some outlets are speculating on what comes next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Benjamin Sesko saga took a significant step last night as Newcastle made an improved offer for the striker. Leipzig seem happy with it. Manchester United are holding out hope of Sesko rejecting - but it's a little more complicated than that. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is the first Talking Devils podcast of the season. United legend Paul Parker is joined by Wayne Barton and Dave Murphy to look back on the pre-season and if the state of affairs has left them more or less confident about Ruben Amorim's chances of success.Paul's new autobiography is available to pre-order now. Amazon : https://www.amazon.co.uk/Tackling-Game-Paul-Parker-Football/dp/1836801882/Signed copies are available at https://talkofthedevils.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United win the Premier League summer series! Bruno Fernandes and Mason Mount scored in a 2-2 draw with Everton. Meanwhile, the club ready their first official bid for Benjamin Sesko. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt Busby delivers the first trophy of a glittering era, with a stunning FA Cup Final performance that inspires a generation.In this episode, Wayne Barton and the late Paddy Barclay take an in-depth look at Busby's first trophy win and the players who inspired it.Watch on YouTube here : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIrhhfsPZ-c#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.

The Benjamin Sesko saga takes more twists as Newcastle's bid is rejected and Rasmus Hojlund is put up for sale. United are, meanwhile, linked to a couple of new youngsters. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Quite a 36 hours for Benjamin Sesko, who said he wanted Manchester United, then said he wants to think about it, and now, according to reports from the striker's homeland of Slovenia, the financial package put forward by Newcastle has turned his head. Without question, the North East-based reporters will frame this as a victory for the project against money.Spare a thought for Jadon Sancho, who himself has suffered accusations of being mercenary... now he is willing to take a pay cut to just under a paltry £200,000 a week, Dortmund have reservations about taking him back. Is there nobody there who can offer a background check? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Benjamin Sesko has reportedly decided he wants to move to Manchester United, a decision sue to instigate swift revisionist pieces on Tyneside, and Jadon Sancho may be willing to take a pay cut in order to finally leave Old Trafford. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United picked up another win on their pre-season last night, scoring four goals and featuring no new signings, while Benjamin Sesko has emerged as the primary target for the striker position and noises persist about Donnarumma. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United's striker search has narrowed down to two options - Ollie Watkins or Benjamin Sesko. Radek Vitek goes on loan, and Toby Collyer hopes to follow. All that and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The new and improved (exactly the same, with a name change to reflect ongoing channel uniformity) United Daily podcast, giving you all the news around Manchester United.The club got their first win of pre-season and have been linked with a few names as they look to bolster their goalkeeper and striker positions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The war is over, football is back — and so is Manchester United, with a brand-new manager at the helm: Matt Busby.In this episode, Wayne Barton and the late Paddy Barclay kick off the post-war era with a deep dive into the 1946/47 season, the very first under the legendary Busby. We break down how he began reshaping the club, the key players who helped him finish second in the league, and what made this team so different from what came before.Watch on YouTube here : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bQltAEAKL2o#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.

Antony and Luke Shaw interest the Saudi league, while Villa reject a Martinez loan offer. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marcus Rashford completes his move to Barcelona, on loan, while United might not have been able to afford a striker but it hasn't stopped outlets from suggesting one rejected them to sign for Arsenal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bryan Mbeumo finally completes his move, and the striker search is now on. Meanwhile, the bomb squad are looking to move on... still. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bryan Mbeumo completes his medical and spends the weekend at Carrington, while Ruben Amorim wants just two new players before the end of August. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United get their pre-season up and limping. Marcus Rashford is finally close to getting the move he wants. Jadon Sancho has apparently realised the best move he can get. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Drum roll, please, for the grand reveal of the Bryan Mbeumo deal finally getting agreed! Drum roll, please for the impressive continuation of rumours that have no way of being true. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bryan Mbeumo finally seems to be on his way to Old Trafford. Sesko finally has his name linked to Old Trafford for the first time this summer. What's been keeping you, Benjamin? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Chelsea look to United to cast off another squad reject, Juventus do the same, and United continue to struggle to do the same with theirs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Finally, an update in the Bryan Mbeumo saga, though not the one you were hoping for. Darren Fletcher is given a new role at United. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United are linked with a move for John Victor in the wake of Andre Onana's injury, Garnacho only wants to stay in England, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Barcelona give an indication that they're going to give United headaches for the rest of the window, while United have it in their power to not give Real Madrid a headache. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mbeumo is getting frustrated - aren't we all? And the bid that definitely was made yesterday was also definitely rejected. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wayne Barton and Dave Murphy preview the new season, looking at what is required of Ruben Amorim and INEOS if they are to be seen as successful. Changes for the upcoming season to the podcast are also discussed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Garnacho is the subject of a bid from Napoli, who want double the player for half the price, the Mbeumo move could have a new spanner in the works, while United might be skint but it hasn't stopped them whacking a £78m offer in for a Real Madrid midfielder. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jadon Sancho has never been so close to leaving, and Tyler Dibling's name makes a first appearance in the summer links. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There could be light at the end of the tunnels that are the Mbeumo and Sancho sagas while three midfielders who won't be moving to United, probably anyway, are all linked to Old Trafford. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It is now officially pre-season. United have one new name to add to the pool, and a new name has joined the rumour mill, though it will not excite too many. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wayne Barton and Dave Murphy discuss United's squad options and how likely the current players are to return the club to their former glories. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ollie Watkins has gone from a surprise mention in a loan move to the subject of a rumour that suggests Villa are demanding £60m that United don't have. Meanwhile, promising signs that the Sancho saga could be nearing the end. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Marcus Rashford could be going to Bayern, as his preferred destination has a preferred alternative to him. Brentford are getting in their alternative to Mbuemo so United can hopefully wrap that one up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

OIlie Watkins has emerged as a credible contender to succeed Rasmus Hojlund, who has not yet gone. Ivan Toney has emerged as a less credible link. Jonny Evans is still a red and has a new role. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United hope to wrap up the Mbuemo deal and will then need to sell to buy, but that hasn't stopped the press linking a lot of players to United with money they just don't have. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bryan Mbuemo has his medical planned, Gyokores suddenly likes the ideas of reunions after all, and Luke Edwards declares that United are ruining the transfer market for everyone. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jadon Sancho really could go to Turkey, and Wilfried Ndidi appears on the gossip columns for the first time with an attractive looking release clause. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United submit a new offer for Bryan Mbeumo and are apparently working on swap deals with Juventus and Chelsea. One of these stories seems more legitimate than the others! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alejandro Garnacho wears an Aston Villa shirt, Mason Mount might too, and some new names feature in today's potential incoming rumours. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There is a new name in the rumour section! And some new names added to the catalogue of those chasing Marcus Rashford. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Heaton signs a new deal, Jadon Sancho discovers it's a long way down from United, the fixtures are out, Nick Cox is in talks with Everton, and Omar Berrada has excellent taste in his summer reading (!)...If like Omar you want to read Football, Taught By Matt Busby, you can order it on Amazon here : https://www.amazon.co.uk/Football-Taught-Busby-Wayne-Barton/dp/1916811248/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nothing new this morning, as the rumour mill ticks along. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gyokeres says he wants to go to Arsenal, while Brentford and United have a stand-off over the conclusion of the Mbeumo deal which could see him choosing to go elsewhere. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cunha signs, and there is a link to a Frankfurt player, but it's a quiet morning on the rumour mill. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jadon Sancho is wanted on loan, Donnarumma doesn't want to leave PSG, and Sporting are refusing to play ball with Gyokeres. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A busy day in gossip land, but nothing significantly new to report. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sky Sports are trying to jump in the United rumour mill by saying they've started talks with Gyokores. But how true is it when they're still locked in talks to conclude the Mbeumo deal? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.