Talk of the Devils: The Athletic FC's Manchester United show

Rashford links, Mainoo/Garnacho panic and FA Cup defences begin

Jan 9, 2025

Charlotte Harper, a dedicated reporter for The Athletic covering Manchester United Women, joins the conversation to discuss Marcus Rashford's potential transfers, sparking debate among fans. They explore the future of youth talents Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho amid financial pressures. With the upcoming FA Cup defenses in focus, Harper sheds light on the current state of both the men's and women's teams, their contrasting challenges, and the importance of nurturing homegrown players in these turbulent times.

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Charlotte Harper

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Quick takeaways

Marcus Rashford's potential loan move to AC Milan has generated interest, reflecting a shift in his market value aspirations.

Manchester United is evaluating the sale of academy graduates like Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho to address financial pressures.

The upcoming FA Cup matches are crucial for both the men's and women's teams as they aim to defend their titles successfully.

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Intro

2min

FA Cup Preview and Transfer Rumors Heat Up

1min

Rashford's Future and United's Youth Dynamics

16min

Nurturing Talent vs. Commercialism

4min

Financial Pressures and Young Talent

5min

Manchester United and the FA Cup Withdrawal

13min

The State of Manchester United's Teams

16min

January Transfer Window Expectations and Team Performance Insights

3min

We were sceptical clubs would come in for Marcus Rashford, but just a few days after he stated his openness to a move there are already some significant suitors. Could this actually happen?

Much less likely is a transfer for either Kobbie Mainoo or Alejandro Garnacho: the two FA Youth Cup winners may not be certain starters for Amorim, but fans need not fear a fire sale... the price would have to be right.

...and with not one, but two FA Cup defences starting this weekend we catch up with the women's team, consider the merits of Arteta's Arsenal, and remember the season of no FA Cup football thanks to the inaugural FIFA club world cup.

(Laurie's article, as discussed in the show, lives here... https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/1498500/2020/01/02/fergies-calls-to-alastair-campbell-hang-gliding-in-brazil-and-trying-to-sign-rivaldo-the-year-manchester-united-pulled-out-of-the-fa-cup/?source=emp_shared_article)

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