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

Ian, Laurie, Andy & Carl pick the bones out of a terrible 3-1 defeat for United at Old Trafford and also look ahead to Bayern on Wednesday..

What on earth is going wrong for United on the pitch? The guys pick out the small tactical details that proved too much for Manchester Untied.

There are some positives to discuss including the full home debut of Rasmus Hojlund and a goal for Hannibal Mejbri

And there is a look ahead to the return to Champions League football with Wednesday game at Bayern Munich.

Producer & Exec Producer Adey Moorhead

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Ian, Carl, Andy & Laurie discuss the news that Jadon Sancho has been banished from the first team after refusing to apologise to Erik ten Hag about the events that followed the Arsenal game. 

They also discuss the treatment of Harry Maguire who looked to be set to leave United a few weeks ago but could well now start against Brighton at Old Trafford on Saturday. 

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Ian, Laurie, Andy & Carl reflect on that harrowing defeat at Arsenal last weekend.

They also discuss the future of Jadon Sancho after being dropped from the squad for the trip to The Emirates.

And there is a look inside United's summer window, how the deals were done and the ones that got away...

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Ian Irving hosts The Athletic's podcast dedicated to Manchester United with Andy Mitten and Carl Anka joining him and Laurie Whitwell providing a last-minute transfer update from Carrington.

It looks like four players could join the club today, with Turkish goalkeeper Altay Bayindir confirmed already, Sergio Reguilon & possibly Sofyan Amrabat joining on loan deals, plus Jonny Evans signing as a free agent. There could be outbound moves as well...

And, on a very busy day indeed, we reflect on an exciting Champions League draw, albeit with some tough trips, yet another home draw in the Carabao Cup, and the Premier League trip to Arsenal this weekend; a win in London is overdue.

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Ian Laurie & Andy look back look back on United coming back from two goals down to beat Forest - a good result or papering over the cracks? And is why are fans so divided on the performances of Antony?

We get their take on matters on the pitch and also the post match protests against the Glazers.

And they bring you right up to date with the latest transfer news coming out of Old Trafford with just a few days left before the window closes - with a left back now very much the priority 

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Packed pod with a full house with Andy, Carl, Laurie and Ian.

After the Spurs defeat and a wonky win against Wolves..Is United’s start to the season a cause for concern? We’ll hope for better as we look ahead to this weekend’s game Forest with a sit protest planned.

And bring you right up to date with the latest transfer news coming out of Old Trafford with just over a week of the window being open…

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Ian Irving, Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell & Andy Mitten discuss the news that United have abandoned their plan to bring back Mason Greenwood to the first team squad. The Athletic reported last week that CEO Richard Arnold had informed the club’s executive leadership team at the start of this month that the plan was for Greenwood to return.

They are also joined by a representative from Female Fans Against Greenwood's Return, for their reaction to the decision and the statements released by the club, the player & CEO Richard Arnold 

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Ian Irving, Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell & Andy Mitten meet up in Manchester to reflect on the sticky win against Wolves and look ahead to Spurs away.

We hear from one of the players that impressed on Monday - Aaron Wan-Bissaka - and they we hear how his game has improved going forward.

Also, reflections on the United career of Fred as he leaves Old Trafford - the good the bad and the hilarious moments.

We go deep on the threat that a new look Spurs offer and - ahead of next month's live shows - there is some cocktails sampling with a lad who supports a team from up the East Lancs Road.

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Ian Irving, Carl Anka, Andy Mitten & Laurie Whitwell discuss the news broke on the Athletic that Manchester United’s chief executive, Richard Arnold, had told the club’s executive leadership group in early August that United were planning to reintegrate Mason Greenwood into the first team.

Greenwood had sexual assault charges against him dropped in February - charges that he denied

As the story was published, Manchester United released a statement saying the investigation was done, but a final decision had not yet been made..

Coming up on this podcast they discuss what has happened, their own feelings and what they are hearing from those with a connection with United including fans of the club.

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Ian Irving, Carl Anka, Laurie Whitwell & Andy Mitten record instant reaction from Old Trafford where United somehow came away with three points against Wolves in the opening game of the season.

The guys discuss the performances, where United went wrong tactically and how they can improve going into Spurs.

We also look at issues off the pitch following protests from fans opposed to the prospect of Mason Greenwood's return to the team & also fans protest against the Glazers.

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