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Wonderkid, 18, could replace Mbomo during AFCON with EFL Loney, primed to star in problem position. One player has found a new love for another sport. Manager Ruben Amirim has already said United are going to struggle when Ahmad Diallo, Brian Mbomo and Nusair Mazraoui head off to AFCON in December. Lacey shines best as a right-attacking midfielder and is training with Amirim's first team on a regular basis, making his debut during the postseason tour of Asia. The 18-year-old made headlines again this week after scoring an excellent opener in a 2-0 win at Knotts County in the EFL Trophy. The Liverpool-born teen seems fully over the injury problems that have blighted his development over the last two years, with first-team football on the horizon. United won't rush him into Premier League minutes, but Lacey might play a role in the squad during AFCON, which runs between December 21 to January 18. First-team minutes for the academy are limited this season, as United are only competing in the FA Cup, which begins with the third-round draw in January. Last month, Lacey was one of a number of young players invited to train with Thomas Tuchel's squad ahead of England's friendly victory over Wales. Sleep out The Manchester United Foundation will host its fourth Stadium Sleep Out on Friday, encouraging fans to help support vulnerable young people this winter. The poignant event gives supporters the opportunity to swap their bed for a sleeping bag for the night and sleep under the Mancunian night sky. Over the past three years, more than £100,000 has been raised, making a huge difference to young people in need. At least one member of the United press group is taking part. Although Ahmed encountered more social media mither, you would be forgiven for not noticing it at Carrington. The 23-year-old took umbrage with an AI-generated post that suggested he had a pregnant wife. Ahmed quote tweeted the post, long since deleted, and wrote, ''Spreading false information will not help you promote your page. A bit of respect for my privacy, Carrington sources say Ahmed has been as happy as ever at United's training base this week and have noticed that his social media persona is the polar opposite from his everyday behaviour.'' The posting comes after Man City ace Phil Foden was cruelly targeted by false posts claiming his son had died and his daughter had cancer. Ruben Amirim's Manchester United revolution is gathering real momentum. After a turbulent start to life at Old Trafford, the Portuguese tactician has now guided his side to three consecutive Premier League wins, lifting the Red Devils and restoring belief to a squad that had been teetering on the edge of uncertainty. But beyond the results, Amirim's greatest achievement so far might be how he's breathed new life into players once thought to be on their way out. Three senior stars, all approaching the final stretches of their contracts, have turned their fortunes around, forcing the club's hierarchy to rethink their long-term future. Just a few months ago, Harry Maguire looked destined for the Old Trafford exit door. Stripped of the captaincy, often ridiculed online, and relegated to the bench under previous regimes, many assumed this season would be his farewell tour. Instead, Maguire has staged one of the most unlikely comebacks of recent memory. If Maguire's story is one of redemption, Casemiro's is one of defiance. At 33, the Brazilian midfielder appeared to be nearing the twilight of his Manchester United career. Injuries, form dips, and rumours of a move to Saudi Arabia had all contributed to speculation that his time at Old Trafford was nearly up. But under Amirim, Casemiro has looked revitalised. The third player whose career trajectory has shifted is Altaïr Bainder. Once viewed as a temporary backup goalkeeper, Bainder's maturity and professionalism behind the scenes have impressed Amirim. Although Sena Lamins has recently taken the number one spot and shown brilliantly in recent games, Bainder's reliability and calmness in training have made him a trusted squad member. When Sir Jim Ratcliffe took charge of football operations earlier this year, the expectation was that several ageing or inconsistent players would be phased out by 2026, making room for a younger, more dynamic squad. But the last month has forced a dramatic rethink. While Amirim's squad appears to be stabilising, the January transfer window looms, and the rumours around Old Trafford are as relentless as ever. Kobe Mainou and Joshua Xerxe remain the subject of growing interest across Europe. Napoli are reportedly preparing a move for Mainou, even offering to cover his full wages to lure him to Italy on loan. However, United are expected to block any potential exit, with Amirim viewing both players as crucial to his long-term system. Meanwhile, in Spain, reports claim Barcelona goalkeeper Marc-Andre Ter Stegen could be available in January, due to financial restructuring, and United are among the clubs showing serious interest. Amirim, though, is said to be happy with his current options, and any move would only happen if Lamins or Bainder were to depart unexpectedly. Elsewhere, Real Madrid's young star Endric has once again been linked with a move to Old Trafford. The 19-year-old Brazilian could be available for loan in January, but United face competition from Aston Villa, who are also monitoring his situation closely. And in the Premier League, Antoine Semenyo has finally spoken out about United's interest after their £65m bid for Brian Mbumo led them to walk away from a deal for the Bournemouth forward. Semenyo admitted that it was flattering to be linked, but insists his focus remains on Bournemouth, for now. Ruben Amirim's first full season in charge of Manchester United is fast becoming a story of transformation. His tactical structure, combined with a renewed sense of unity in the dressing room, has given United something they've lacked for years – balance. He's not just rebuilding a squad, he's rebuilding reputations. Maguire's leadership, Casimiro's authority, and Baindir's reliability all speak to a And while transfer rumours continue to swirl, from Mainou and Xerxes' uncertain futures to whispers of Endrik and Ter Stegen, the foundation being laid at Carrington feels solid at last. The players once written off for 2026 might just become the ones who carry United back to glory. Ruben Amirim sends Lissandro Martinez warning ahead of Manchester United return, nodding him forrest in the Premier League this weekend, and Ruben Amirim has given a team news update Lissandro Martinez is back in full training but won't be available for Manchester United this weekend. Martinez joined in with the main group this week and has entered the final stage of his recovery from a knee injury. Martinez's knee buckled when he fell to the ground against Crystal Palace at the beginning of February, and it was confirmed he had suffered an injury to his anterior cruciate ligament. The Manchester Evening News reported earlier this month that Tottenham, on November 8, was seen as a realistic return date for the defender to target after returning to training. Amirim explained, He wants to go to this one, Forrest. He isn't going to this one. He's going to need time. He has started training with us, but we had to change some things in his exercises, so slowly he is going to get better. It's really good. He gives use that edge in every training session, that is also really good for us. The rest of the guys we have one day. I don't know about Harry Maguire, the rest are fit. Luke Shaw has started every Premier League game this season on the left side of the back three and Martinez is expected to compete with Shaw for a starting role when he returns. Maguire picked up a knock in training after the victory against Liverpool at Anfield. He was subsequently absent against Brighton and is in injury doubt again to face Nottingham Forrest. Amirim is approaching the one-year anniversary of his appointment from Sporting Lisbon. It was a journey. It was a big journey, he said. It was tough. It was really tough. I learned a lot. Yesterday, the answer is different from three weeks ago, so it's important to understand that. It was the biggest honour of my life to be here. United have moved up to sixth in the Premier League after three successive wins. With Martinez edging closer to a full return and Maguire's situation being monitored, Amirim faces crucial decisions in the coming weeks as United enter a busy fixture schedule. Games against Forrest, Tottenham and Atalanta in Europe will test the squad's depth and consistency. But the manager remains firm in his belief that rushing key players back would undo the progress built over the last three months. If all goes according to plan, Martinez's comeback could coincide perfectly with United's late-autumn push, adding leadership, composure and that unmistakable bite to a defence that's rediscovering its confidence. For now, though, Amirim's message is clear. Lissandro Martinez will return when he's truly ready, not a moment sooner. Manchester United's long-term striker plans may have just taken an unexpected twist, and it's one that could favour Barcelona. Reports suggest the Catalan giants are leading the race for Eta Aong, one of Europe's most promising attacking talents, while United's ownership structure has complicated their own pursuit. To make matters worse, the Red Devils have also seen their faint hopes of a Robert Lewandowski swoop dashed by none other than Sir Jim Ratcliffe himself. Barcelona are understood to be positioning themselves for a major attacking refresh in 2025, with club officials already eyeing Eta Aong as the natural heir to Lewandowski. The Polish striker, now in his mid-thirties, faces an uncertain future at Camp Nou amid contract questions and declining form. Sources in Spain suggest Barca's recruitment team, led by Deco, view Aong as the perfect profile to carry the attacking line into the next generation. Dynamic, powerful, technically gifted, and tactically flexible enough to operate across multiple roles in the front line. While financial issues have previously restricted Barcelona's movements in the transfer market, the club are reportedly exploring structured payment deals and player swaps to remain competitive for high-value targets. Their long-standing reputation for developing attacking stars also gives them a persuasive edge in the player's mind. Manchester United, too, have been monitoring Aong for several months, with Ruben Amirim understood to be an admirer of the young forward's pace, work rate, and adaptability. Aong's pressing intensity and ability to link play mirror the traits Amirim values in his system, making him a natural fit for United's project. However, sources claim that despite the coaching staff's enthusiasm, Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos' leadership have blocked an early move, citing both budgetary priorities and a desire to avoid over-committing before outgoing transfers are settled. Ratcliffe, who has taken a more hands-on approach to football operations since securing sporting control of United, is reportedly keen to focus on defensive reinforcements and midfield balance in the next window before sanctioning another high-cost forward. While Amirim is said to have pushed for at least preliminary talks with Aong's camp, the ownership group's financial discipline has temporarily shut the door, allowing Barcelona to step in and establish an early lead. Adding to the intrigue is United's fleeting internal discussion about the possibility of signing Robert Lewandowski himself, a move that would have provided short-term experience while giving younger attackers time to develop. According to internal whispers, Amirim was open to exploring the idea earlier this year, seeing Lewandowski as a potential bridge option should United fail to secure a marquee forward before next summer. However, Sir Jim Ratcliffe immediately vetoed the idea. The Ineos chairman is said to have viewed the signing as short-termist and contradictory to his vision of building a young, athletic and sustainable squad with resale value. Ratcliffe's stance was clear. Manchester United will not be a retirement stop for ageing stars. The club must invest in its future, not its past. That decision effectively closed the door on any pursuit of Lewandowski, even on a reduced fee or short-term loan basis. While Ratcliffe's approach may frustrate some supporters who crave elite name signings, it's part of a larger strategic reset at Old Trafford. The billionaire's philosophy emphasises squad evolution over revolution, targeting players aged 20 to 25 who fit into a data-driven recruitment model. That's why the club have been linked to younger developmental names like Angelo Stiller, Joao Neves, rather than marquee veterans. This shift aligns with Amirim's long-term vision, though it occasionally creates tension when immediate squad needs collide with financial caution. Aong's case is one example. The manager sees him as a future star who could be shaped into a Premier League weapon. But the board sees a bidding war with Barcelona as financially imprudent at this stage. For now, Ratcliffe's veto means Barcelona hold the advantage. They've already begun informal contact with Aong's representatives, framing the Camp Nou project as an ideal developmental environment under their modern rebuild. With the January window approaching, both clubs are expected to continue monitoring the situation quietly. United could still re-enter the race if financial conditions improve, or if current forwards struggle in the coming months. However, insiders at Carrington admit that Sir Jim Ratcliffe's involvement has fundamentally changed United's transfer dynamics. Gone are the days of emotional, headline-driven deals. Every move now passes through a rigorous financial and sporting filter. And while that promises sustainability, it also means potential opportunities like Aong may slip away. Manchester United's momentum under Ruben Amorim continues to build. But a small cloud of concern has drifted over Carrington as preparations intensify for the trip to Nottingham Forest. Fresh from their thrilling 4-2 victory over Brighton, the Reds returned to the training pitch less than 24 hours later, determined to extend their winning run to four games. The mood around the camp was positive, filled with laughter and focus. But as always, Amorim's attention to detail meant every drill carried purpose. Still, amid the energy and intensity of the session, three key observations stood out, including one potential injury worry that has left the manager sweating ahead of the weekend. The best sight of the day for United fans was Mason Mount back in full training. The England international who had been a late doubt before the Brighton match, looked sharp and comfortable as he completed the session without any visible discomfort. Mount had been left out of the Seagulls' clash as a precaution, but his movement in training suggested he is close to regaining full-match fitness. Amorim watched closely as Mount participated in passing drills, small-sided games, and transition exercises, the kind of intense tactical routines the Portuguese manager is famous for.