Joe Ryan

Joe Ryan

Sports Journalist · 275 articles

Joe is a writer at Dave.Sport with over one year of experience covering Manchester United and football history. Their work has been featured in the Football Writers’ Association and Football Park, specializing in personal insights and commentary on the game. Joe holds a journalism degree and was nominated for the Football Writers’ Association Hugh McIlvanney Young Sports Writer of the Year, and the Chartered Institute of Journalists Young Sports Writer of the Year. When not writing about football, they enjoy watching any sport, especially hurling, Gaelic football, cycling, and basketball. Follow Joe: https://x.com/JoeRyan1203, https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-ryan-228b1218b/, https://joeryan.journoportfolio.com/

Manchester United Battling Liverpool for Serie A ‘Prodigy’
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Manchester United Battling Liverpool for Serie A ‘Prodigy’

Manchester United are preparing for a busy summer transfer window, and they are reportedly now eyeing Francisco Conceicao, who is also on Liverpool’s radar. Though primarily deployed as a right-winger, Conceicao offers notable versatility. He can operate on either flank, drop into wide midfield roles, play as a second striker, and has even featured centrally […]

A New Club Enters Race for Manchester United Striker Joshua Zirkzee
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A New Club Enters Race for Manchester United Striker Joshua Zirkzee

Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee could be edging towards the exit, with a number of clubs circling the Dutchman ahead of the summer window. The past 21 months have been far from straightforward for Zirkzee. The early signs, in truth, felt encouraging. An 87th-minute winner against Fulham on debut—arriving off the bench—offered a euphoric introduction, […]

Manchester United Could Sign ‘Generational’ Sesko Backup
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Manchester United Could Sign ‘Generational’ Sesko Backup

Manchester United are honing in on their next summer shortlist, with Eli Junior Kroupi emerging as a target for the Red Devils. Signed by Bournemouth in a highly controversial deal—given their ownership group, Black Knight Football Club, also controls his former side Lorient—the French forward arrived for just £10 million and has since developed into […]

Manchester United Flop Manuel Ugarte Given Two Options
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Manchester United Flop Manuel Ugarte Given Two Options

Interest in Manchester United midfielder Manuel Ugarte continues to intensify as the summer transfer window draws closer, with two more clubs entering the race for his signature. Despite limited minutes and underwhelming performances, the Uruguayan remains a surprisingly in-demand profile ahead of the 2026/27 campaign. His stock has not risen in Manchester, but across Europe, […]

Manchester United now eyeing another left footed defender alongside Van de Ven
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Manchester United now eyeing another left footed defender alongside Van de Ven

Manchester United have reportedly added Nottingham Forest defender Murillo to their shortlist along with Tottenham Hotspur’s Micky van de Ven. While the centre-back position arguably stands as the strongest area within the squad, United have navigated a minor injury scare over the past week. Ayden Heaven earned plaudits after a commanding display helped United secure […]

Casemiro Made History in Manchester United’s 2-1 Win vs Brentford
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Casemiro Made History in Manchester United’s 2-1 Win vs Brentford

Casemiro has now scored eight headers in a single season, drawing level with legendary striker Dwight Yorke, who notched eight himself in the 1999/2000 campaign. The midfielder opened the scoring in the 11th minute and set Manchester United on their way as they maintained their grip on third place. The Brazilian midfielder has served as […]

Manchester United Look to Beat Arsenal to ‘incredible’ winger
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Manchester United Look to Beat Arsenal to ‘incredible’ winger

Manchester United have pinpointed their next attacking target for the summer transfer window, with the Red Devils now showing interest in Belgian winger Mika Godts. While United will prioritise midfield reinforcements this summer, clear scope remains to upgrade other areas of the pitch—most notably out wide. United sit just weeks away from a revolving-door summer. […]

Manchester United 2-1 Brentford showcased Casemiro Influence Beyond the Pitch
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Manchester United 2-1 Brentford showcased Casemiro Influence Beyond the Pitch

In the 93rd minute of Manchester United‘s 2-1 win against Brentford, Casemiro sprang forward to close down Reiss Nelson just as he shaped to cross, applying suffocating pressure that forced the winger into a sliced, wayward effort out for a goal kick. As the midfielder’s momentum carried him down the pitch-side slope, he caught sight […]

Manchester United Must Snub Barcelona’s Marcus Rashford Proposal
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Manchester United Must Snub Barcelona’s Marcus Rashford Proposal

Manchester United must push Barcelona to make a definitive decision on Marcus Rashford. This cannot drift into another summer of uncertainty. Barcelona want control; United must reclaim it. The Reds need to turn down Barca’s latest proposal as they try to find away around paying a buy option for the Englishman. The Catalan side is […]

Update on Andre Onana Leaving Manchester United
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Update on Andre Onana Leaving Manchester United

Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana looks increasingly likely to depart the club, with several Turkish sides monitoring the Cameroonian’s situation closely ahead of the summer window. After two turbulent seasons defined by inconsistency and high-profile errors, many supporters would not shed too many tears if his time at Old Trafford ends. Onana’s spell has oscillated […]

Harry Maguire Hails Manchester United Teammate Casemiro after Brentford win
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Harry Maguire Hails Manchester United Teammate Casemiro after Brentford win

Manchester United centre-back Harry Maguire reserved high praise for teammate Casemiro following United’s 2-1 victory over Brentford. The Brazilian midfielder opened the scoring in the 11th minute, rising to convert from Maguire’s assist. The move itself had been meticulously rehearsed, with Maguire revealing to Sky Sports that “It was something that Bruno spoke about, going […]