MARCUS RASHFORD is facing the axe from the Manchester United line-up after a poor run of form, SunSport can EXCLUSIVELY reveal.
Rashford was hauled off early in the last two and could now lose out to Alejandro Garnacho or Anthony Martial for the clash against Brentford.
Elsewhere former United star Paul Pogba's positive testosterone test has been confirmed and he could face a four-year ban.
The World Cup winner was provisionally suspended after failing a drugs test last month and current club Juventus will decide how to proceed with Pogba's contract.
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- By Joshua Hall
Rashford could be dropped
Marcus Rashford could face the axe ahead of this afternoon’s clash between Man United and Brentford.
The England star is yet to reach his usual standards this season after scoring just one goal so far this term.
And Erik ten Hag could leave him out after saying that he has “struggled” this campaign.
RASH DECISION Rashford faces Man Utd axe amid poor form as Ten Hag admits he's 'struggling'
- By Joshua Hall
It’s matchday!
Manchester United are back in action today after their midweek heartbreak at the hands of Galatasaray.
The Red Devils host Brentford at Old Trafford at 3pm this afternoon in another crucial game for Erik ten Hag.
After their worst start to a league season since 1989, ten Hag and his players need to try and retrack their off-the-rails season.
- By Nyle Smith
So Savage
Charlie Savage has been backed to copy his dad Robbie and get back to the top after leaving Manchester United.
Wales boss Robert Page has called Savage Jr, 20, into his senior squad for the first time for next Wednesday's friendly against Gibraltar in Wrexham.
Page said: "Look at what Rob went through when he left Manchester United years ago to get a career for himself by going to Crewe.
"It's no different for Charlie. I've been in contact with him over the last few months.
"I said that he needs to go out now and play competitive football if he wants to get a career and to play international football.
"He's taken that advice on board. He's gone out to Reading, he's playing and scoring goals.
- By Emillia Hawkins
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- By Cosmo Teare
Manchester United's tribute to Lady Cathy Ferguson
Manchester United have paid tribute to Lady Cathy Ferguson, who died at the age of 84 yesterday.
Mrs Ferguson was a pillar of Sir Alex's life and a huge part of the manager's success.
The club said in a tweet: “Everyone at Manchester United sends our heartfelt condolences to Sir Alex Ferguson and his family on the passing of Lady Cathy.
“Lady Cathy was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother, and a tower of strength for Sir Alex throughout his career.”
- By Cosmo Teare
Ten Hag backs Marcus Rashford to find his form
Erik Ten Hag has backed forward Marcus Rashford to find his best form for the club again.
Speaking ahead of today's clash with Brentford, he said: "Everyone at Manchester United backs him, the whole team is supportive of him and believes in him, so I'm sure with that confidence, with that belief, this will change and pass.
United host Brentford at 3pm today.
- By Emillia Hawkins
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- By Cosmo Teare
Manchester United tribute to Lady Cathy Ferguson
Manchester United have tweeted a tribute to Sir Alex Ferguson's wife, Lady Cathy Ferguson, who died today at the age of 84.
The tweet reads: "Everyone at Manchester United sends our heartfelt condolences to Sir Alex Ferguson and his family on the passing of Lady Cathy.
"Lady Cathy was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother, and a tower of strength for Sir Alex throughout his career."
- By Cosmo Teare
Flags to be flown at half mast
Manchester United will fly flags around their training ground and at Old Trafford at half-mast to respect the tragic passing of Cathy Ferguson.
Cathy Ferguson died today at the age of 84 and is survived by her husband Sir Alex.
Both the men's and women's teams will wear black armbands to markMrs.Ferguson's passing.
- By Emillia Hawkins
Ferguson family statement following Cathy's passing
Cathy Ferguson's family shared a statement confirming her death today.
The statement said: "We are deeply saddened to confirm the death yesterday of Lady Cathy Ferguson, who leaves behind her husband, three sons, two sisters, 12 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
"The family requests that we respect their privacy during this period."
- By Emillia Hawkins
Man Utd fans pay tribute to Cathy Ferguson
Manchester United fans have taken to social media to pay tribute to the late Cathy Ferguson.
One X user said: "Lady Cathy Ferguson, wife of Sir Alex Ferguson has passed away.
"My thoughts and prayers go out to Sir Alex and all of their family."
While another added: "The backbone of the Greatest manager in sports history. RIP Cathy Ferguson."
- By Emillia Hawkins
Ibrahimovic defends Glazers
Zlatan Ibrahimovic has enraged Manchester United fans by appearing to defend the Glazers.
Speaking on Piers Morgan Uncensored, he said: “I think now in Man Utd, I don’t know, there are some kind of demonstrations about the owners to sell it and that, but just a reminder, the owners are investing.
“It is not like they are not investing because they brought in many players for a high amount of money.
“So I think it’s a little bit wrong saying that they are not doing what the fans expect them to do, then I don’t know what the real reason is behind everything.”
His comments have upset United supporters, though, with one commenting: “Zlatan just lost my respect.”
- By Emillia Hawkins
Berbatov gives Ten Hag verdict
Dimitar Berbatov has insisted Erik ten Hag is safe in the Old Trafford dugout despite a dip in results.
He told Betfair: "When the team isn't doing well, most of the time the manager will get the sack or the blame.
"I don't think the finger-pointing at Erik ten Hag has started yet but he will be taking responsibility for how things are going right now.
"At the moment, I think Erik ten Hag is fine, but if he doesn't correct results then it won't be long before everyone around Man United starts to become angry and asks for change."
- By Emillia Hawkins
Reguillon returns to training
Man Utd fans are buzzing as Sergio Reguillon has returned to training.
The left-back has missed the last three games through injury.
United fans have been desperate to have a natural left-back available, with summer arrival Sofyan Amrabat forced to cover in the absence of Reguillon, Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia – a role he is unfamiliar with.
Reguillon, who is on loan from Tottenham, started in the home defeat to Brighton but helped the Red Devils keep a clean sheet against Burnley.
However Erik ten Hag revealed the game against Brentford could come too soon for the Spaniard.
- By Emillia Hawkins
Thomas Frank on facing Man Utd
"The flipside is that they need to bounce back and come flying out to do everything they can to beat us.
"There will be pressure to beat Brentford but Man United is a massive club, the pressure is there to win every game.
"I don't think it makes a difference that they haven't played that well. I am always in doubt when you meet a team with great form and momentum, whether it's bad or will that run end?
"It's a great club, great team, great manager and fantastic players. A big challenge but we look forward to it and we’ll go there believing we can get something out of it."
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- By Emillia Hawkins
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Ten Hag on Brentford clash
"In this moment, we are in a very difficult period, But we are behind each other – me, the directors and the team. We will fight. We know we have to do better and together we will come out.
"There are no excuses. Maybe we have a bit of an unbalanced left side, but still we can't make the errors we are making. We have to do better. A simple fact, we have to win our games.
"I have seen a team that was really connected, with a great spirit. They played in stages fantastic and scored good goals, twice in total control of the game.
"All of a sudden, we make a mistake. I know football is a game of mistakes, but I have to give instructions of how we deal with these situations."
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Man Utd vs Brentford ones to watch
All eyes will be on Rasmus Hojlund after his brilliant double in the defeat to Galatasaray, but it's Bruno Fernandes who has been United's most consistent performer this term.
Brentford have firepower of their own though, and will be hoping to strike through Bryan Mbeumo.
- By Emillia Hawkins
Man Utd vs Brentford team news
Rasmus Hojlund will spearhead United's attack once again after scoring twice in midweek against Galatasaray.
Casemiro will also be eligible to play, as his red card against the Turkish side came in European competition.
Luke Shaw and Lisandro Martinez are out injured for the foreseeable future but Mason Mount is back and fit to start once again.
Sergio Reguilon could also be rushed back from injury to deal with United's left-back crisis.
And Kobbie Mainoo may make the bench after returning to first-team training.
As for Brentford, they are without seven stars including banned striker Ivan Toney.
Rico Henry is out for the season with an ACL injury, with Kevin Schade also a long-term casualty.
And Ben Mee remains sidelined with a muscle problem.
Mikel Damsgaard, Josh Dasilva and Shandon Baptiste will also be missing.
- By Emillia Hawkins
Man Utd 'join race' for Juventus star
Man Utd have reportedly joined the race to sign Federico Chiesa from Juventus.
The Italian winger has been strongly linked with a move once the January transfer window opens.
He is a long-term United target and could now be on his way to Old Trafford.
According to Calciomercato, the Red Devils are one of four clubs chasing a deal to sign Chiesa.
Newcastle, Aston Villa and Bayern Munich are also interested in the 25-year-old, who is valued at £43million by Juventus.
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Prem to make major VAR change
The Premier League have announced a major change to their VAR protocol in light of the fiasco involving Liverpool and Spurs last week.
VAR bosses will now have to confirm their decisions with their VAR assistants before a decision is made from now on.
The change comes after the PGMOL apologised for the wrongful application of VAR to rule out Luis Diaz's first half goal against Tottenham Hotspur last week.
NEW RULES Premier League make major change to VAR THIS WEEKEND after Liverpool shambles
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Man Utd pay tribute to Cathy Ferguson
Man Utd have paid tribute to Sir Alex Ferguson's wife Cathy on social media.
The club tweeted: "Everyone at Manchester United sends our heartfelt condolences to Sir Alex Ferguson and his family on the passing of Lady Cathy.
"Lady Cathy was a beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother and great-grandmother, and a tower of strength for Sir Alex throughout his career."
Credit: Rex - By Emillia Hawkins
BREAKING: Sir Alex Ferguson's wife Cathy passes away
Sir Alex Ferguson's wife Cathy has passed away aged 84.
The wife of the former Manchester United manager died yesterday morning in Cheshire.
A statement on behalf of the Ferguson family said: "We are deeply saddened to confirm the passing yesterday of Lady Cathy Ferguson, survived by her husband, three sons, two sisters, 12 grandchildren and one great-grandchild. The family asks for privacy at this time."
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- By Jack Figg
What the ref
Prem referees are earning way less than their European counterparts, with some forced to travel abroad to earn more dosh.
English officials are under the spotlight after last weekend’s VAR disaster during Liverpool’s defeat to Tottenham.
Top-flight names like England, Anthony Taylor and Michael Oliver receive a base salary of around £42,000.
For each individual game as the main ref, officials will also pocket £1,500.
This drops to £850 while working as an assistant or on VAR.
If a referee takes charge of 20 games each season, that works out at £30k.
Another 20 matches on VAR comes to £17k.
And that makes for a grand annual total salary of £89k.
CASHING IN Prem refs earning way less than European counterparts as they're forced abroad
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