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Goldbridge: 'He'd fit our system like a bloody glove'
Manchester United Transfer Update: Gyökeres Talks Spark Frenzy on The United Stand Fresh Pursuit of Gyökeres Raises Eyebrows On Sunday's edition of The United Stand, Mark Goldbridge opened with a bang: 'Manchester United are back in for Viktor Gyökeres and are very close to signing him.' A surprising revelation, not least because of recent reports linking the Swedish forward almost exclusively with Arsenal. Goldbridge made it clear that this wasn't a joke, quipping, 'It's not April Fools,' before launching into a detailed breakdown of the unfolding situation. According to Goldbridge, 'Manchester United made a supersonic approach to Sporting and presented figures slightly above those negotiated with Arsenal between 70 and 80 million euros.' The original report, as he explained, came via Portuguese outlet SIC Notícias and was corroborated by A Bola and Record, all of whom indicated that Manchester United had moved decisively in recent hours. Goldbridge Reacts: 'I'd Absolutely Love It' While Goldbridge admitted his scepticism, saying, 'I don't believe it,' he could not hide his excitement. 'If you think for one second I'm going to start to get excited about this, you'd be absolutely right,' he laughed, adding, 'I bloody love it. I'd absolutely love it.' Despite his doubts about United's ability to complete the deal, Goldbridge made it clear that Gyökeres would be a perfect fit. 'He'd fit our system like a bloody glove,' he said emphatically. The bigger obstacle appears to be the player's preference. 'He doesn't want to come to us, he wants to go to Arsenal.' Strategic Move or Tactical Bluff? Goldbridge suggested that United's sudden involvement may be a calculated attempt to force Arsenal's hand. 'If I was Man United, I would say there's 60, push the price up and make Arsenal have to go higher,' he said, referencing the ongoing stalemate between Arsenal and Sporting. Arsenal have reportedly offered €55 million, with Sporting holding out for more. In his view, the move could be part of a wider transfer strategy: 'Maybe now Rashford's wage is gone, maybe we've just walked in and gone there's 60 million.' He added, 'I think Yárez is worth 60 at minimum. So why don't we just give them 60? Why are we arguing for 55?' He even suggested Manchester United may be used in this saga similarly to how Newcastle once entered the race for a player United ultimately failed to land: 'We might just be being used here like Newcastle we used to get Emmo.' Still Waiting on Reliable Confirmation Goldbridge remained cautious, awaiting updates from trusted names in the transfer scene. 'We need an update from an Ornstein or a Romano and they will be 100 percent all over this trying to find out what's going on,' he said. Yet even amid the caution, the enthusiasm was evident. 'If you let this happen, footballing gods, I won't take the piss out of Arsenal,' Goldbridge joked. He ended the segment playfully, 'I'll have a glass of champas and I'll still run around the garden with my top off as well.' Whether Manchester United are seriously in for Viktor Gyökeres or simply stirring the pot in a transfer window full of strategic plays remains to be seen. But as far as Goldbridge and The United Stand community are concerned, the possibility has more than sparked imaginations.
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Goldbridge: 'He'd fit our system like a bloody glove'
Manchester United Transfer Update: Gyökeres Talks Spark Frenzy on The United Stand Fresh Pursuit of Gyökeres Raises Eyebrows On Sunday's edition of The United Stand, Mark Goldbridge opened with a bang: 'Manchester United are back in for Viktor Gyökeres and are very close to signing him.' A surprising revelation, not least because of recent reports linking the Swedish forward almost exclusively with Arsenal. Goldbridge made it clear that this wasn't a joke, quipping, 'It's not April Fools,' before launching into a detailed breakdown of the unfolding situation. According to Goldbridge, 'Manchester United made a supersonic approach to Sporting and presented figures slightly above those negotiated with Arsenal between 70 and 80 million euros.' The original report, as he explained, came via Portuguese outlet SIC Notícias and was corroborated by A Bola and Record, all of whom indicated that Manchester United had moved decisively in recent hours. Goldbridge Reacts: 'I'd Absolutely Love It' While Goldbridge admitted his scepticism, saying, 'I don't believe it,' he could not hide his excitement. 'If you think for one second I'm going to start to get excited about this, you'd be absolutely right,' he laughed, adding, 'I bloody love it. I'd absolutely love it.' Despite his doubts about United's ability to complete the deal, Goldbridge made it clear that Gyökeres would be a perfect fit. 'He'd fit our system like a bloody glove,' he said emphatically. The bigger obstacle appears to be the player's preference. 'He doesn't want to come to us, he wants to go to Arsenal.' Strategic Move or Tactical Bluff? Goldbridge suggested that United's sudden involvement may be a calculated attempt to force Arsenal's hand. 'If I was Man United, I would say there's 60, push the price up and make Arsenal have to go higher,' he said, referencing the ongoing stalemate between Arsenal and Sporting. Arsenal have reportedly offered €55 million, with Sporting holding out for more. In his view, the move could be part of a wider transfer strategy: 'Maybe now Rashford's wage is gone, maybe we've just walked in and gone there's 60 million.' He added, 'I think Yárez is worth 60 at minimum. So why don't we just give them 60? Why are we arguing for 55?' He even suggested Manchester United may be used in this saga similarly to how Newcastle once entered the race for a player United ultimately failed to land: 'We might just be being used here like Newcastle we used to get Emmo.' Still Waiting on Reliable Confirmation Goldbridge remained cautious, awaiting updates from trusted names in the transfer scene. 'We need an update from an Ornstein or a Romano and they will be 100 percent all over this trying to find out what's going on,' he said. Yet even amid the caution, the enthusiasm was evident. 'If you let this happen, footballing gods, I won't take the piss out of Arsenal,' Goldbridge joked. He ended the segment playfully, 'I'll have a glass of champas and I'll still run around the garden with my top off as well.' Whether Manchester United are seriously in for Viktor Gyökeres or simply stirring the pot in a transfer window full of strategic plays remains to be seen. But as far as Goldbridge and The United Stand community are concerned, the possibility has more than sparked imaginations.
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16-07-2025
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Goldbridge On United's Goalkeeping Future as Amorim Eyes Emi Martinez
Why Emi Martinez Could Be Key to Man United's Revival Under Ruben Amorim As Manchester United continue to limp through another turbulent summer window, fans are clinging to shreds of hope. One such hope, discussed in detail by The United Stand's Mark Goldbridge in a recent podcast, revolves around a bold move for Emi Martinez, with Ruben Amorim seen as the man to lead that change. With transfers stalling and optimism draining, the idea of bringing in the Aston Villa goalkeeper has sparked rare positivity. Martinez, Amorim and the Future of Man United Goldbridge was clear in his frustrations about the state of the rebuild and what it would take to give him belief again. 'From this point, if we could get Ollie Watkins, Emi Martinez and Mbeumo, and we've got Cunha, I'll take that. At least it gives me something to go into the new season with,' he said. For a fanbase used to hearing transfer promises fall apart, this was more than a wishlist, it was a cry for hope. Advertisement Crucially, the idea of signing Emi Martinez is not idle speculation. 'It's a very credible source. It says we're in discussions with Aston Villa and we're making a move for him,' Goldbridge confirmed. That would align with the managerial plans of Ruben Amorim, who, according to The United Stand, is keen to replace Andre Onana. 'Amorim wants to replace Onana and he should be replacing Onana,' Goldbridge added, referencing the club's internal stance during the March international break. Timing, Mentality and Experience Goldbridge believes now is the time to strike. 'Now's the perfect time because Onana's injured,' he noted. 'Any genuine ambitious football club would replace Onana.' The issue, as always with Man United, lies in execution. 'I just can't see us dropping the money for Martinez without moving Onana on. I just can't see it,' he admitted. And yet, Goldbridge sees Martinez as a potential game-changer. 'He has the aura. He has the mentality. He has the experience and he has the ability. I think it's a very, very intelligent move if we make it.' Reflecting on United's history of failed keepers post-Schmeichel, he called Martinez's potential signing 'a big, big move.' Advertisement This wouldn't be United's first attempt at replacing an underperforming goalkeeper, but in Goldbridge's eyes, it would be one of their smartest if pulled off. 'I remember Schmeichel being replaced by Bosnich, Villa goalkeeper. It was a nightmare… Then Van der Sar came along,' he recalled. The implication is clear: Emi Martinez could be the next Van der Sar, not the next Bosnich. Amorim's Role and United's Uncertain Direction The mention of Ruben Amorim is more than incidental. The Portuguese coach, viewed by many fans as a beacon of tactical evolution, is said to be behind the push for a new goalkeeper. 'We had the exclusive on that in the international break. Amorim wants to replace Onana,' said Goldbridge. This ambition from Amorim appears to be clashing with the current limitations of the club's transfer policy. 'You can't be dictated to by the staff. You can't say, 'we'd like to replace you', and then that player goes 'well I'm not going anywhere' and you go 'OK, he can stay',' Goldbridge argued. The frustrations with how United operates under the Ineos-led structure run deep. Advertisement Yet, despite his scepticism, Goldbridge is not completely without belief. 'I'm not going to write it off… even though the source is good, even though it's the right thing to do,' he said. Like many fans, he wants United to act decisively, for once. Final Thoughts There is no mistaking the scale of the task at Manchester United, or the limited patience left among supporters. But in Emi Martinez and Ruben Amorim, Goldbridge sees glimmers of a new identity. 'Maybe there's a chance of a scraping fifth,' he mused, hardly the ambition of years past but perhaps the reality of the club's current state.
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22-06-2025
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Goldbridge Raises Alarms Over Manchester United Transfer Planning
Manchester United Transfers: Goldbridge Blasts Club's Summer Inertia Amarim's Frustrating Wait In a typically fiery episode of The United Stand, Mark Goldbridge laid bare his frustrations with Manchester United's transfer inactivity this summer. Speaking on the podcast, he painted a vivid picture of managerial limbo, referencing the stark contrast between United's presumed new manager Ruben Amorim and Liverpool's Arne Slot. 'Let's contrast the holidays of Slot and Amarim,' Goldbridge began. 'Slot is the champion of England and is sat on holiday relaxing looking at his board get player after player after player.' Advertisement By comparison, Amorim is cast as a figure stranded in uncertainty. 'He can't be sat there in his shorts… with his little sangria going, I'm going to do this, this and this. He doesn't know what he's going to do because he doesn't know who he's got,' Goldbridge asserted. The implication is that Manchester United's failure to act decisively in the transfer window is stifling any meaningful preparation for the new season. Barriers to Progress Goldbridge didn't hold back in highlighting who he believes should shoulder some responsibility, including new CEO Omar Berrada. 'You've got Omar Berrada going, yeah, you know, it's fine. It's fine. It's one month.' With the club now in the crucial middle phase between the end of last season and the start of pre-season, fans and pundits alike are growing increasingly anxious. Advertisement 'We're smack in the middle of that period between losing the Europa League final and preseason proper kicking off. And we're not doing anything,' he stressed. Goldbridge also took aim at the club's transfer dealings, calling the situation with Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo emblematic of the dysfunction: 'We've been talking to them for three bloody weeks and we're talking in different languages. They're in London, not in bloody Lisbon.' Waiting on July The possibility that United are deliberately waiting until July 1 to engage in transfer business due to financial year considerations was also addressed. 'Do we think there's a possibility that United aren't doing any business until July the 1st because then it's a new financial year?' Goldbridge mused. However, he warned against this being used as a justification for delay: 'If that is the plan, it's just another financial thing. And if we start negotiating on July the 1st, we take three, four, five weeks to do a deal. So none of these players would be coming in until after the tour.' This delay could seriously compromise Ruben Amorim's ability to prepare for the upcoming season. 'That's one of the most frustrating things as a coach that you can have — I've got all these plans, but I don't know who I'm doing them with. Who's my striker? Who's my defender? Who's my goalkeeper?' Fans Left in the Dark Perhaps most concerning is the complete communication blackout from inside Old Trafford. 'It is very quiet at the moment because none of the players are at Carrington. None of the training staff are at Carrington. So, none of the people that can feed stuff out are there,' Goldbridge explained. Advertisement As fans scour Fabrizio Romano's updates only to see rivals pulling off deals, disillusionment grows. 'City and Liverpool have bought half their bloody transfers already and it's only June the 20th,' read one comment that Goldbridge echoed. Meanwhile, supporters like Dari tried to offer hope: 'If by July the 1st we still haven't done anything, then I'll start getting concerned.' Goldbridge was already there: 'I'm concerned already, mate.' If Manchester United are to salvage this transfer window and give Ruben Amorim a fair shot at building a competitive side, the time for action is now. Otherwise, Goldbridge's frustration could soon become the defining mood of the fanbase.
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18-06-2025
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Goldbridge: Onana Staying Shows Man Utd Have Learned Nothing
Onana Staying at Man Utd: Goldbridge Blasts Club's Incompetence Mark Goldbridge, host of The United Stand podcast, has delivered another trademark rant, this time in response to reports that André Onana will remain at Manchester United. Citing a piece from The Athletic, Goldbridge didn't hold back in criticising the club's handling of transfers, leadership and communication with fans. 'It's June the 17th and we're getting briefs that we're keeping Onana,' Goldbridge scoffed, questioning the competence of the Manchester United leadership, particularly CEO Omar Barada. 'This club ain't fit for purpose. They cannot sell players.' Player Power Still Dominates at Old Trafford At the heart of the podcast episode was Goldbridge's frustration with what he described as 'PR FC.' Despite reports that manager Rúben Amorim and his team do not see Onana as part of their plans, United appear unable to move him on. 'United want him gone, but they can't get rid of him,' Goldbridge said. 'So we've got to put up with another season of a goalkeeper who basically plays volleyball, palming it back into danger.' Advertisement This blunt assessment reflects growing dissatisfaction among fans with both player performance and boardroom ineptitude. Goldbridge underlined that Onana's apparent staying power is emblematic of a club unable to assert control over its own squad strategy. 'We're still a football club where if a player wants to stay, they stay,' he continued. 'We're still Player Power FC because Amorim and Willcox do not want him.' No Faith in Barada's Vision Much of Goldbridge's criticism centred around Omar Barada's recent statement on Project 150, the club's aim to win the Premier League by 2028. Interviewed by Andy Mitten, Barada expressed optimism about achieving this lofty goal in 'two or three transfer windows.' Goldbridge was unimpressed. 'I'm tired of this. I actually just want realism,' he insisted. 'This is the CEO that's presided over the worst period in our recent history… and you're talking about winning a Premier League.' Advertisement Goldbridge's scepticism wasn't rooted in cynicism, but a demand for honesty. He drew a scathing comparison between Barada and previous executives, calling them all 'the same.' 'You may as well replace Omar Barada with Richard Arnold or Richard Arnold with Ed Woodward.' Fans Want Transparency, Not PR Spin One of the podcast's strongest moments came as Goldbridge questioned why United keep spinning positive narratives when the reality is so stark. 'You're right at the bottom of the mountain and you're already putting the flag on the top,' he said, calling for leadership that acknowledges the club's true state. Rather than discussing Premier League titles in three years, Goldbridge suggested a more grounded target. 'We've got to talk about in the next 12 months, can we get back into Europe?' Goldbridge called for what many fans are demanding: transparency, accountability and realism. 'We've got to reflect. We've got to look at ourselves,' he urged, before slamming the club for misleading supporters. 'There is no point putting projections out there about winning titles and lying to fans because all that's going to lead to is more mistrust and more anger.' Another Season, Same Mistakes? As the club seemingly braces for another year with Onana between the posts, fans are asking serious questions. The podcast pulled no punches in criticising the broader systemic issues, not just isolated player decisions. 'This is not what we want. You're talking about the biggest prize when we're at the lowest point.' Advertisement In classic United Stand fashion, Goldbridge mixed passionate critique with a deep sense of care for the club's direction. His conclusion was simple yet powerful: 'We have to accept our mistakes. We have to hold our hands up and apologise for that and we have to say we've got to be better.' Whether or not Onana stays, what's clear is that the club must change its approach to communication, transfers and leadership if it hopes to rebuild both trust and trophies.
