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Chelsea have formally opened talks with Mason Mount’s representatives over a new long-term contract, reports The Guardian. The England international’s current deal at Stamford Bridge expires in 2024, but he wants to remain at his boyhood club for the long term. Chelsea Open Contract Talks With Mason Mount Chelsea Willing to Reward Mount With Long-Term […] READ MORE
Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand recently opened up on what former manager Sir Alex Ferguson called their arch-rivals Arsenal and Liverpool in team meetings Arsenal and Liverpool have a storied rivalry with The Red Devils. During Ferguson’s time at Old Trafford, the rivalry took a heated turn as United surpassed the Merseyside club’s tally of […] READ MORE
Welcome to Last Word on Football’s ‘Families in Football’ series. Over the next few weeks, we take a look at siblings, cousins and even parents and children that have played the beautiful game. Some have played cup finals together while others have been on opposing sides. Today we look at Anton and Rio Ferdinand. Families […] READ MORE
Manchester United have made the decision to stop their bid to sign a new director of football, according to Laurie Whitwell of the Athletic. Here are the details and what it could mean for current transfer targets. Manchester United Stop Bid for New Director of Football and What It Means for Current Targets The U-Turn […] READ MORE
It’s one thing to diss a rival on the pitch by beating them. It’s a completely different thing to say another club has replaced a rival. In just a few short sentences, Tottenham Hotspur’s Dele Alli did just that, saying Spurs’ main rivalry is with Chelsea, not Arsenal. “Rivalry With Chelsea Bigger Than Arsenal” – […] READ MORE
Manchester United defender Victor Lindelof is training with another team, according to Tyrone Marshall of the Manchester Evening News. Manchester United Defender Victor Lindelof Training With Another Team Who is Victor Lindelof Training With, and Why? Having obtained permission from Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Lindelof has joined in training with former side Vasteras SK in Sweden. […] READ MORE
With Manchester United’s academy, as ever, currently bursting with first-class potential, Teden Mengi looks like one of the best of the bunch. As a centre-back with a knack for leadership, the Englishman could be the future of United’s defence. Why Teden Mengi is the Future of Manchester United’s Defence Not Looking Good Since Sir Alex […] READ MORE
In the latest of Last Word on Football’s new series, we look at the players and manager who have made it into the Manchester United Team of the Decade. READ MORE
Louis van Gaal is not a popular figure at Manchester United. The Dutchman took over after a dire season under David Moyes, with the expectation that he could emulate the success they had under Sir Alex Ferguson. Despite this, he became infamous around Old Trafford for a number of things, from his playing style to […] READ MORE
Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk has become renowned as one of, if not the, best defender in the world. He has proven to be a crucial asset for the Reds since joining from Southampton in January 2018, becoming instrumental to their success both offensively and defensively. Some have even said that he is the best in […] READ MORE
Joseph has been with Last Word on Football since 2019 and is currently the managing editor. A Manchester United and Bournemouth fan, he provides news coverage and analysis on both, as well as on a variety of other clubs.