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Guehi Flight Drama as Man City Move Nears, Glasner Anger Continu

Marc Guehi
January 2026

Reports say Guehi’s private jet aborted a Manchester landing before touching down safely as he travelled to complete a £20 million move, with the timing adding to Glasner’s public frustration. The aborted landing was attributed to runway disruption, and the transfer was framed as Palace avoiding losing Guehi for free in summer; Glasner said he learned of the sale shortly before a match and criticised the club’s handling.

Lisandro Martinez Challenges Scholes and Butt to Say It Face-to-Face

Lisandro Martinez
January 2026

Martinez invited Scholes and Butt to confront him directly after they questioned his ability to handle Haaland, with Martinez responding that criticism is easy on television but different in person. Pre-match comments suggested Haaland would overpower Martinez, but United’s defence held firm in a derby win; Martinez used the outcome as leverage to dismiss the talk and emphasise focusing on performances.

Palace Decide Glasner Stays Until Summer Despite Boardroom Friction

Oliver Glasner
January 2026

Palace leadership moved to calm sack talk and keep Glasner through the end of his contract, despite his public criticism of the club after losing key players and enduring a long winless run. Glasner described the squad as abandoned after Guehi’s sale and transfer noise around Mateta, and the chairman held talks before deciding continuity was preferred; Palace still involved Glasner in January business and expect a turnaround.

Glasner Blasts Palace Board as Guehi City Deal Sparks Fury

Oliver Glasner
January 2026

Glasner publicly attacked Palace’s board after news of a deal to sell captain Guehi to City emerged just before a match, describing the squad as abandoned and hinting at deeper frustration ahead of his own exit at season end. With limited squad availability and ongoing uncertainty, the timing of the Guehi sale became the flashpoint, and Glasner used post-match comments to defend players and condemn the lack of support, with further departures also being discussed around the club.

Keane Plays Down Carrick Full-Time Talk After Derby Win

Roy Keane
January 2026

Keane dismissed suggestions Carrick should get the job permanently, echoing Neville’s view that United must hire an experienced long-term manager in the summer even if results improve under the interim spell. The debate was reignited by the derby win and Sturridge floating Carrick as a candidate, but Keane and Neville framed it as a short-term uplift that should not override a planned summer search, while Carrick focused on simplified prep and emotional control as reasons the performance clicked.

Manchester United Shock Manchester City 2-0 in Carrick Home Return

Michael Carrick
January 2026

United beat City 2-0, with Mbeumo and Dorgu scoring after two first-half goals were disallowed for offside and a third was later ruled out by VAR. It was United’s first home win over City since January 2023. United pressed aggressively and controlled midfield through Casemiro, disrupting City’s build-up and limiting their rhythm. Fernandes carried transitions, setting up Mbeumo for the opener, then Cunha’s cross was turned in by Dorgu after weak defending, with United staying compact to close it out.


Carrick Tries to Reignite Old Trafford Identity Before Manchester City Test

Michael Carrick
January 2026

Carrick insists Old Trafford still has “magic” despite results, unrest and the club’s managerial churn since 2013. He frames his job as rebuilding performance and culture together, stressing standards, behaviour and unity inside the building while trying to lift the mood from the outside noise and recent decline.

Man City Step Up Marc Guehi Talks With Contract Offer as Palace Fee Talks Loom

Marc Guehi
January 2026

City have made a major move for Guehi, presenting personal terms and preparing to negotiate a transfer fee with Palace as his contract runs down. With defensive injuries mounting, City have moved ahead of other suitors and are expected to test Palace with an offer around £30m while trying to close the deal before the window shuts.

Semenyo Impresses on City Debut as Exeter Thrashed 10-1, Teammates Praise Fit

Antoine Semenyo
January 2026

Semenyo delivered a goal and an assist in City’s 10-1 win, earning strong reviews for adapting quickly to Guardiola’s system. He assisted Lewis with a cross and then scored himself, capping a rapid week that included a final Bournemouth appearance. With Guardiola serving a touchline ban, Lijnders highlighted Semenyo’s pressing, direct running, and ability to slot into City’s style.

Guardiola Defends Donnarumma’s Passing, Admits Long-Range Not Like Ederson

Gianluigi Donnarumma
January 2026

Guardiola said Donnarumma’s short passing and composure are better than his reputation, while conceding he cannot match Ederson’s long passing. Guardiola highlighted first touch, decision-making, and tempo in short build-up as key strengths, framing Ederson’s range as an outlier few keepers can replicate.

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