Overall, the former Denmark international made 29 appearances in goal for United and was a member of two league title winning squads before departing in 2015. However, Thornley is wary of the Seagulls after they defeated the Reds 4-0 at the Amex Stadium as recently as last month, in last seasons penultimate fixture. If you don't receive an email, please check your spam or Promotions Tab and "move us" to your primary inbox! He was quite successful at Manchester United and his ability to play as both right-back and left-back made him quite valuable to the club under Sir Alex, who even used him as a winger on a couple of occasions. After leaving United, Lindegaard stayed in England, taking on the reserve keeper role at West Brom, Preston and Burnley. Our 26 December fixture is going to be hotly anticipated by both sides involved. Finally, Phil Neville has been in charge of MLS side Inter Miami owned by fellow Class of 92 star David Beckham since January 2021, after previously managing England's women's team. Now in his mid-30s, Drenthe relocated to south-eastern Spain and has played for two sides in Murcia; Racing and Real. I dont think any team is going to be in their full stride within the first six games of the season. in 1902, and moved to Old Trafford in 1910. Its a good fixture, he said. He is currently enjoying a second spell with third tier American side Charlotte Independence, having returned to the club in June, six months after being released by the same outfit. The striker is going strong at 34-years-old, currently playing in America, and is still one of the mo Ten Hag wants to add a player with a strong ability to build up play from deep, a role De Jong can certainly fulfil - as proven in the Man Utd and Barcelona clash in the Europa League. Since leaving the Magpies he has had five clubs in five . Nani went on to spend eight seasons at United, one of which was spent in loan, back at Sporting CP. 7 former Man Utd players we can't believe are still playing in 2022 Quick Reads Michael Lee 8th September 2022 Plenty of players - the great and not-so-great - have turned out for Manchester United down the years - but you'll be surprised at some of those that are still active in 2022. He is currently playing for Turkish side Ankaragucu who he joined in July. And its the latter who have the privilege of witnessing the forward in action throughout 2022-23. He then moved to Shanghai Shenhua in December 2016, to play in the Chinese Super League, becoming the highest paid footballer in the world. The Brazilian was a fan favourite at the Theatre of Dreams alongside his twin brother Fabio during their seven-year stint at Red Devils. The five-cap Denmark international made 29 appearances and won received one Premier League winners' medal before leaving under Louis van Gaal's watch in 2015. This is what you want. Fortune believes that the visit of Graham Potters side is favourable for United. And eight years on since he left Man United, the forward is plying his trade with Spanish side Rayo Vallecano. Now aged 38, the shot-stopper is in Sweden playing for Helsingborgs. Like Obertan, Bebe was one of Ferguson's more peculiar signings, and he is infamous across the fanbase, commonly labelled the club's 'worst-ever player'. While the likes of Steve Bruce, Mark Hughes and Roy Keane are well-known examples, plenty of lesser-known names have also tried their hand in the dugout. Be the first one to comment on this story. In January 2018, Tevez returned to Argentina for his third spell at Boca Juniors is currently plays his football at Buenos Aires. The club was formed in Newton Heath in 1878 as Newton Heath LYR F.C., and played their first competitive match in October 1886, when they entered the First Round of the 188687 FA Cup. Whatever Liverpool have done in the last season is in the past. 7 former Man Utd players who fans cannot believe are still playing in 2022 The likes of Federico Macheda and Anders Lindegaard are amongst the former Manchester United stars who are surprisingly still playing professionally years after leaving the club Sport By Ciaran Wiseman 13:49, 11 SEP 2022 . More info. On their day they are a real handful. Find out which sides United are lined up to face in the league before and after this seasons Europa League outings. Ole Gunnar Solskjr made 366 appearances with United and managed the club from 2018 to 2021. But, at the age of 41, we should applaud Bravo for his sheer longevity; hes played competitive football alongside Fernando Hierro, David Beckham and Zinedine Zidane. Of course, players like Nani and Jonny Evans are still active but we wanted to dig a little deeper and find those whose continuing careers would raise an eyebrow or two. And while Fortune agrees that visiting Anfield is a daunting prospect, he believes that United should be positive going into this match - and the new season. How can you tell a player you absolutely want him and offer him nothing? Below is the updated Manchester United first-team roster. Macheda had a dream debut for Man United after he scored in his first match for the club against Aston Villa. Hes currently turning out for Rayo Vallecano alongside fellow former United man Radamel Falcao. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. Robin van Persie joined Manchester United from Arsenal in the summer of 2012 and was instrumental in winning the record 20th title for the Red Devils. Maybe I should have stayed and fought for my place. And there are more former United players still active than you might have thought. A former Man Utd player was "disappointed" by what he saw from Marcus Rashford against Leeds and it is "totally wrong" that he is labelled the "hero". They [our players] have got to change that mindset about whats happened in the past [and rediscover] the positivity of playing with each other, together; that family feeling of Manchester United., Box to Box, presented by HCL, looks at Ten Hags formations and tactics, with the help of three first-team players. But the Togo striker also spent half a season at Madrid in 2011, scoring eight goals in 22 appearances, and demolishing Spurs in a Champions League quarter-final. The 30-year-old is probably one of the best-holding midfield players in modern football and has been a key player for Real Madrid for several seasons. Former Manchester City and Manchester United forward Carlos Tevez finally retired from playing in 2022 after a successful third spell at Argentinian side Boca Juniors. The Portuguese-born football star hit the headlines in 2010 after Sir Alex Ferguson signed him for Man United. Below is the Man Utd first-team squad for the 2022/2023 season ranked by position from goalkeeper to strikers. Unfortunately, his career was hit hard with ulcerative colitis from the end of the 2010-11 season and during his time at United, he never quite recovered from the illness properly. It should be the same every season. Martin moved on soon after, starting a slow journey down the EFL, first at Ipswich, then Milwall, Gillingham, Exeter and into Non-League with Ebbsfleet Untied. #MUFC It also didn't work out for him at Benfica, but now 31, he has established himself in La Liga since joining Eibar in 2016, and he currently regularly features for Rayo Vallecano. Following the release of the 2022/23 Premier League fixtures, former Manchester United players Ben Thornley and Quinton Fortune shared their thoughts on the Reds' schedule and key clashes. Join our brand new Facebook group by clickinghere. Man Utd star Bruno Fernandes takes thinly-veiled dig at Solskjaer, Man Utd star Bruno Fernandes mocks 'big head' Harry Maguire. This page was last edited on 27 February 2023, at 16:14. The name Gabriel Obertan leaves a sour taste on the mouths of United supporters after his 2009 arrival was parallel to Cristiano Ronaldo's exit for Real Madrid. Copa Del Rey live streaming: how to watch Copa Del Rey live stream free online! Well have to be really on our guard because Brighton have got players that can spring surprises and they certainly did when we played them there in May.. Steve Bruce has racked up over 1,000 games in management since retiring as a player in the mid-1990s. Fletcher is 34 years old now and is currently playing with Stoke in the Championship. Mark Robins has been in situ at Coventry City since 2017, overseeing two promotions and guiding the Sky Blues to the second tier for the first time in nine seasons last summer. He did, however, win four Premier Leagues, two FA Community Shields, one League Cup, one Champions League and one FIFA Club World Cup during his time at Old Trafford. However, he could not shine for the club either. The Portuguese was blessed with the same set of skills and speed and had a venomous shot in him. He eventually won two Premier League titles at Old Trafford, despite playing just 27 times for the club. Others have chosen to ply their trade elsewhere when chances became harder to come by at Old Trafford. MORE: Manchester United's EPL fixtures: Full schedule, dates, times, predictions for the 2022/23 season. players (124 appearances), Manchester United F.C. Jules Kounde , 60m Rooney has widely been credited with doing a great job in difficult circumstances this term and Derby would be safely ensconced in mid-table without the deductions. The Red Devils have the financial power to consistently produce a turnover of players coming in and out of Old Trafford each year. The Class of 92 all went on to have extraordinary careers at Man Utd Credit: Getty Images - Getty. Happy 31st birthday to Federico Macheda, who tore the f**king roof off Old Trafford back in 2009#MUFC pic.twitter.com/dpfVcKjBZ4, Planet Football (@planetfutebol) August 22, 2022. In February 2015, Fletcher joined West Bromwich Albion on a free transfer. He played key roles in the run to the semi-final in World Cup 2018 and Euro 2021 final. Since playing their first competitive match, 955 players have made a competitive first-team appearance for the club, of whom 221 players have made at least 100 appearances (including substitute appearances). He also won the Community Shield in 2013, however, even though he was a goal machine for United in his first season, scoring 30 goals in 48 games, the goals and his performances waned with time and after three years at Old Trafford, van Persie finally moved on. Before Ten Hag arrived, decisions had already been reached on the futures of certain players, and the new man in charge appears happy with the removal of out-of-contract stars. Copyright 2019 Manchesterunitedlatestnews.com. He stayed there for two years, impressing Fabio Capello enough which isnt the easiest task in football to be called up to the senior squad for a few Copa del Rey games. It looks unlikely that our all-time leading scorer Wayne Rooney will be able to save Derby County from the drop, although thats perhaps no surprise as the Rams have been docked 21 points for a combination of going into administration and financial irregularities. The former Italian youth international went on to have spells with Cardiff City, Nottingham Forest and Novara before settling at Panathinaikos in 2018. Yet lack of consistency meant that he never fulfilled his potential. Squad size: 32. Negredo came through the ranks at Rayo Vallecano before moving across the Spanish capital to join Real Madrid Castilla in 2005. Ad. But Negredo never got on the pitch and moved to Almeria in 2007. Wednesday, 1st March 2023See today's front and back pages, download the newspaper, order back issues and use the historic Daily Express newspaper archive. That gave them a shot at Champions League qualifying, but they were easily dispatched by Ferencvaros. He held the mark for 45 years, until Charlton's mark was overtaken by Wayne Rooney scoring his 250th goal during the 201617 season; Rooney finished his 13-year tenure with Manchester United with 253 goals in 559 appearances. Still only 28 years old, Rafael currently is still with Lyon. United have always relied on a healthy mix of homegrown and foreign player, both youngsters and experienced campaigners, who lit up Old Trafford and never let the Trophy cabinet dry up. Wed not put it quite so harshly as that, but the big Dane was very much second choice for most of his injury-interrupted time at United, first behind Edwin van der Sar then David de Gea. It was the decision to persist with Lopez that eventually saw Mourinho booted out of the Bernabeu but Carlo Ancelotti also kept faith with the goalkeeper during the following La Liga campaign. Using our unique search, comparison and . It will be the earliest league meeting between the two teams since 1972, and Thornley believes playing the Merseysiders at the beginning of the season is beneficial. Now, aged 35, hes turning out for the mighty FC Tobol, with whom he won the Kazakhstan Premier League in 2021. Tosic played just twice, both times off the bench, before getting impatient and deciding to leave. 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