Agent of Man Utd 'target' spotted at Old Trafford as Rio Ferdinand issues advice

Manchester United are now facing an uphill battle to secure a top six finish, likely relying on the FA Cup to secure Europa League football, and that will be no easy task with Manchester City awaiting in the final. Erik ten Hag’s men were narrowly beaten by Arsenal over the weekend, and they now sit in eighth place and three points behind both Chelsea and Newcastle United in sixth and seventh spot.

With only two games to go, Ten Hag’s men have given themselves a lot to do, although the FA Cup will provide a lifeline. In the meantime, we have rounded up all the latest news surrounding Old Trafford.

Ferdinand on United ‘atmosphere’

Rio Ferdinand has pinpointed one particular area that needs examining at Old Trafford, with United having put together a hugely underwhelming season.

He said on his podcast: “That's one of the things I think the club has got to look at, what's going on behind the scenes: the training, the way the players are around the place [and] what's the atmosphere like in the changing rooms and [around] the training ground? Because there's a lot to be said for that. If it ain't right around the training ground, invariably it ain't gonna be right on the pitch."

Sesko’s agent spotted at Old Trafford

United have been linked with a move for RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko ahead of this summer, and the player’s agent has made a curious appearance at Old Trafford. The Red Devils could be in the market for another forward this summer, although they only recently spent more than £70million on Rasmus Hojlund.

More goals are required, and rumour has it Sesko could be an option. In the meantime, the man behind Sesko’s agency, Pro Transfer Agency, Elvis Basanovic, has appeared at Old Trafford, watching United’s defeat to Arsenal. Basanovic posted a photo from the stadium, sparking more talk of a Sesko deal.