Talking Devils - A Manchester United Podcast

More cosmetic movement in the Old Trafford regeneration project as Collette Roche has her job title amended. The U21s leave it late to get an impressive win at Burnley. Lee Lawrence is climbing Ben Nevis in memory of his cousin Simone who sadly passed away last year. Simone left three children and the family want to create a memorial so they can visit and remember their mum. You can donate here or share https://www.justgiving.com/page/maria-crosby?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=WA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United's U21's got a draw with Shea Lacey standing out again. With the transfer window coming to a close, some of the squad players are exploring late options. On this day 30 years ago, a legend's first team career at the club concluded.Lee Lawrence is climbing Ben Nevis in memory of his cousin Simone who sadly passed away last year. Simone left three children and the family want to create a memorial so they can visit and remember their mum. You can donate here or share https://www.justgiving.com/page/maria-crosby?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=WA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United legend Paul Parker joins Wayne Barton to discuss the performance and win over Arsenal.Wayne is giving away copies of my books Manchester United After Munich and The Man Who Kept The Red Flag FlyingSee here for further information (ends Weds Jan 28)https://x.com/WayneSBarton/status/2014623320252047860 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United prepare for their trip to Arsenal under their caretaker manager, but are linked to their primary target under the last manager who is still expecting to be signed by the next manager. Harry Amass goes to Norwich, and it's a rather significant day in United history. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whether or not United have the robust financial strength to carry out a stadium regeneration plan remains open to question but the club proceed with superficial plans to give the indication of progress nonetheless, with the announcement of the OTRMDC. What's that? Listen to the pod to find out.On this day in history, United make a habit of knocking Liverpool out of the FA Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United author Wayne Barton returns in this show with the late Patrick Barclay to discuss the period of history at Old Trafford that took in Dave Sexton and Ron Atkinson.This episode is taken from the original format aired on Love Sport Radio in 2020 and hosted by Matt Beadle.Order the book of the same name here https://www.amazon.co.uk/Que-Sera-Manchester-United-Sexton/dp/1785316265 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Casemiro has announced he will leave the club in the summer at the end of his contract this summer. Prompt, inevitably, for the links to intensity with United and midfielders, with the regular names mentioned this morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A red letter day for the women's team who qualify for the League Cup final, while the club plummet down to 8th the Deloitte Money league. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A few names being linked to the hotseat this morning, a few midfielders being linked to the club too. The u21s get a great result and the women's team prepare for a big semi-final. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Paul Scholes and Nicky Butt have decided to continue their 'war of words' with Lisandro Martinez after the Argentina defender played a great game at the weekend. Kobbie Mainoo is staying, and this is news! On this day in 1906, a milestone was reached. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United legend Paul Parker and Wayne Barton review Michael Carrick's first game in charge. Is this the start of great things? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to a complete history of Manchester United brought to you by Paddy Barclay and Wayne Barton. This episode concentrates on the Munich Air Disaster and the aftermath in the duration of the season.All the player statistics, the key games, the big stories and the tactics are covered by Paddy and Wayne. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Manchester United supporters are waking up in a good mood after one of the most dominant victories over Manchester City in years. A few regurgitated rumours, and on this day in history the Holy Trinity played together for the first time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United prepare to face Manchester City today, who have managed to bravely avoid the corruption of the Premier League's 115 charges just three years ago and spend close to £100m this window alone. Oliver Glasner's stock is falling by the week but he wants a new challenge and has been linked with United. So too is a mystery midfielder! Who could it be? Prepare to be overwhelmed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Phil Marsh and Keane Franey preview the Manchester derby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The late renowned sports journalist Patrick Barclay and United historian Wayne Barton are taking you through a post-war history of The Red Devils, right up to the present day.Episode Two looks at life after Sir Matt Busby. First Wilf McGuinness, then Frank O'Farrell and thirdly Tommy Docherty who, despite taking the club down to the Second Division in 1974, brought United back with a bang just one year later. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United's hierarchy met to discuss the events at the club, one outcome being that Luis Enrique will reportedly not be considered as the club would prefer a manager with Premier League experience to come in in the summer. May this humble podcast suggest someone who not only has experience of the league, he has experience of United and finished second with the club in recent years? Meanwhile, after a few days hiatus, the transfer rumours are back in full swing despite everyone knowing the club has no money and will probably not be spending this month. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It is being reported today that Ruben Amorim was ready to resign just before he was sacked, but was convinced by his agent to stay and get the payout. It warms the heart doesn't it? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Carrick was officially announced as United's head coach until the end of the 2025/26 season at 7.15pm last night. He brings with him Steve Holland and Jonathan Woodgate. Quotes and more on today's pod. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tony Bryson and Wayne Barton look back at the Ruben Amorim era, what went wrong, what went right, and what if anything can be taken forward. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Carrick will be appointed as caretaker manager today, and Jonathan Woodgate will be his assistant. Someone has put in a £30m offer for Marcos Llorente. Who? Well, apparently manager-less and money-less Manchester United. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Carrick will be named Manchester United's caretaker boss for the remainder of the season. It's a season that has much less prosperity than it did 4 hours ago with the club knocked out of the FA Cup. United legend Paul Parker discusses with Wayne Barton, and the pair preview next weekend's Manchester derby. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Michael Carrick will be named caretaker manager this morning after we revealed yesterday morning that he had become frontrunner for the role. Longer pod to follow this morning. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United need an extra midfielder now they play three men in there again, and one might think that means a pretty regular run of game-time for Manuel Ugarte considering he's one of three senior midfielders the club have, but he continues to be linked with a move away on loan. There is no news on who will be named as caretaker, aside from some slight whispers which could mean nothing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United are holding talks with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer today but may already have their eye on their permanent manager, with three national team managers linked to the club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 2020, Wayne Barton and Patrick Barclay recorded a radio series on Love Sport Radio which no longer operates. It was a 9 episode run looking at the history of United post-WW2, hosted by Matt Beadle with Paddy and Wayne in conversation.I found the shows and wanted to share them again as I'm really proud of the work I did with Paddy; I think these are entertaining and informative. This first episode looks at Sir Matt Busby and Jimmy Murphy, with Paddy and I having recently written books on the respective men. I'm uploading the show in original format to protect the integrity of it so it may include references to Love Sport Radio and broadcast times which are of course not applicable.**Do not adjust your audio! After the introduction it will level out. All other shows on Fridays will be broadcast without my introduction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

No news on the managerial front for United other than Eddie Howe ruling himself out. He was never in, but you know. The 1958 are planning a protest for the game against Fulham on February 1st, and four women have their contracts extended by Mard Skinner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

With the dust setting on the aftermath of Ruben Amorim's sacking, Keane Franey is joined by Lee Lawrence to discuss what comes next - is it Ole? And how should Darren Fletcher line up against Brighton? That and more are discussed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Manchester United drew 2-2 at Burnley last night thansk to a brace from Benjamin Sesko. Darren Fletcher took charge and will apparebtly be in charge on Sunday against Brighton too. Meanwhile, on this day, brothers played for United for the first time... well. Newton Heath. Who were they? Listen to find out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Football is cruel, said Darren Fletcher in his pre-match conference, and it does indeed move swiftly on as United play Burnley tonight with the Ruben Amorim chapter of their history already closed. Fletcher becomes the latest former player to manage a game for the club, while the former player who did it longer than any other is now the favourite to return as caretaker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whether it's accurate or mischief making to create some conflict, the Athletic are running with the story that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is under consideration to return to United as caretaker manager. In the aftermath of Ruben Amorim's sacking, there's a lot of speculation, and some players feeling they have a reprieve. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ruben Amorim has been sacked as manager of Manchester United. United legend Paul Parker and Wayne Barton discuss the news. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ruben Amorim admitted there are no conversations ongoing for incoming transfers at United after saying he would need them in order to suit his chosen formation; in a difficult press conference for the manager, he refused to answer Jamie Jackson's point on the topic.Not the best build-up for United to play Leeds then with Kobbie Mainoo linked with a move away. But on this day in United history, the club have played some fantastic away games, so hopefully this is one to follow. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United are linked with a January move for Brighton's Carlos Baleba and may be open to selling Bruno Fernandes this month to raise some money. They're also linked with Jean-Philippe Mateta. No, we can't see it either. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ruben Amorim had a tough day at the office watching his side pick up a sole point against one of the worst teams in Premier League history. Scott McTominay has been linked with a return to Old Trafford, while we commemorate the birthday and the passing of two great managers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Manchester United got an important win over Newcastle on Friday; United legend Paul Parker and Wayne Barton discuss the victory and preview the games against Wolves and Leeds. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to a complete history of Manchester United brought to you by Paddy Barclay and Wayne Barton. This episode looks at the 1957/8 season, up to February 1958.The Busby Babes, fresh from Cup disappointment, are set for a renewed assault on all fronts. All the player statistics, the key games, the big stories and the tactics are covered by Paddy and Wayne.Interested in even more detail?Check out every reserve team game from 1950 onwards https://talkofthedevils.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sportsmole have made a definitive statement on one player who is joining United in the summer. There are staff changes afoot, and on this day in history, the first Manchester United 'manager' was appointed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United slug out a difficult Boxing Day victory over Newcastle, and the morning comes with fresh midfield links for your enjoyment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Harry Maguire and Casemiro will be waiting for news of their future at Old Trafford following Ruben Amorim's admission that no decision has been taken on their contracts. Marcus Rashford and Andre Onana are enjoying life away from Manchester, and United prepare to face Newcastle tonight. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Atletico Madrid prefer to sell rather than loan Conor Gallagher, while Antoine Semenyo decides to move to Manchester, but not the red side. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tony Bryson and Wayne Barton pick the bones out of United's weekend defeat at Villa Park and preview the Boxing Day game against Newcastle. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Antoine Semenyo is said to have made a decision on his future, and while United hope to raise £60m for his release clause through £30m from the sale of Joshua Zirkzee, nobody quite knows how they'll fund their move for one of seven midfielders on their shortlist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wayne Barton is joined by Manchester United legend Paul Parker to discuss the club's defeat at Villa Park. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United prepare for their trip to Aston Villa with Ruben Amorim hinting that he might move for Semenyo at the exact time that the player himself is putting out hints that he prefers a move to Liverpool; on this day in history, one of the great men of the club made his debut. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The future of Kobbie Mainoo is in the press, and Ruben Amorim has attempted to firefight the speculation around it all ahead of this weekend's trip to Aston Villa. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Antoine Semenyo is now heavily linked with a move to United, who are looking to offload players to fund the deal. One of those players might not, suprisingly, be Kobbie Mainoo, even if Ruben Amorim is looking to strengthen the midfield with other cut-price pragmatic options. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JJ Gabriel's stunning season continues as he scores a memorably decisive goal in the Youth Cup, while on this day, some other memorable moments in United's past this century. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

United prepare to face Wolves tonight after a good weekend for the women and the U18s - the midfield continues to be a matter of strong speculation with 12 clubs interested in Kobbie Mainoo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Nottingham Forest midfielder has been identified as United's top target, though whether that's for January or the summer remains unclear. The U21s suffer a chastening defeat in Europe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.