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

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…***• Grab your EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal by going to https://nordvpn.com/devils get a Huge Discount off your NordVPN Plan + 4 months for free! It’s completely risk free with Nord’s 30 day money-back guarantee!  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.***This is a paid advertisement by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/devils and get on your way to being your best self. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 deniedAs 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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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.***This is a paid advertisement by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/devils and get on your way to being your best self. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ian, Carl, Laurie & Andy answer listeners' questions across a range of topics ahead of the start of the season - but mainly transfers!They reflect on the imminent departure of Harry Maguire and discuss who might replace him. And explain why Dean Henderson & Scott McTominay are not certain to depart.And as is traditional at this time of year Andy outlines what is the minimum requirement for Manchester United this season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ian Irving, Laurie Whitwell, Carl Anka & Andy Mitten take a look at possible outgoings from Old Trafford - stick around till end of pod for some developments on Harry Maguire + Scott McTominay.Carl shares his thoughts from Saturday's friendly at Old Trafford which saw a very strong United team beat Lens.. Meanwhile Andy & Laurie detail the frustrations of United fans who went to watch a much weaker team turn out in Dublin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ian Irving grills Laurie Whitwell & Andy Mitten on what they noticed first hand by watching new signings Mason Mount & Andre Onana on the US tour in pitch side at matches. Laurie noticed something especially interesting with the Onana in the warm-up, Andy details from inside training. Plus an update on the imminent arrival of striker Rasmus Hojlund and why he can be viewed as a better financial investment than Harry Kane.***• Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/reddevils• This is a paid advertisement by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/devils and get on your way to being your best self. Our listeners get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/devils Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Talk of the Devils is back for the 2023/24 season as Ian Irving is joined by Carl Anka - and belatedly Laurie Whitwell from Las Vegas!As United's pre-season US tour comes to a close Ian and Carl analyse the games with Wrexham, Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund before we hear from Laurie and Andy Mitten out in Las Vegas.Plus, Laurie checks in with the latest on the pursuit of Rasmus Hojlund before reflecting on speaking with Erik Ten Hag ahead of the new season getting underway.Enjoy!***• Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/reddevils.• This is a paid advertisement by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/devils and get on your way to being your best self. Our listeners get 10% off their first month at betterhelp.com/devils Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ian Irving is joined by Carl Anka - fresh from Oslo & Laurie Whitwell who is following United on tour in the USA.Plenty to discuss including reaction to another friendly win for United - with a surprise return for Jonny Evans - plus Wayne Rooney's thoughts on Marcus Rashford's new contract & what next for Harry Maguire after being stripped of the captaincy.In transfer news hear details on how United have agreed personal terms for Rasmus Hojlund and a fee has been agreed for Andre Onana.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.