Rebuilding a Giant | Manchester United | EASFC 25

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Hojlund's £200M Move to West Ham Headlines Mass Exodus of Non-Academy Talent


Rasmus Hojlund leaves the club for a British sale record of £199.8M.

Manchester United’s commitment to an academy-only model has triggered a dramatic clear-out of established stars, marking one of the most radical squad overhauls in modern football. Headlining the exodus is Rasmus Højlund, sold to West Ham for a staggering £200m. The striker was keen to remain in England, but United refused to strengthen a direct title rival, making the Hammers the acceptable destination.

Elsewhere, Aston Villa emerged as major beneficiaries. Goalkeeper Lucas Perri joined for £83m, while captain Bremer followed for £116m, instantly transforming Villa’s defensive spine. Adam Wharton moved to Newcastle for £52m, Reo Hatate departed for Union Berlin in a £15m deal, and Evan Ferguson joined Arsenal for £30m. Palace were also active, securing Tyler Dibling for £25m and later adding Rodrigo Mora for £42m.

Further departures saw Ezri Konsa sold to Leeds for £38m, Takefusa Kubo leave for Nottingham Forest in a £156m blockbuster, and Diogo Dalot head to Spurs for £84m. Danilo joined Arsenal for £21m, while Jarrad Branthwaite completed a £70m move to Barcelona.

In total, United have sacrificed elite talent for principle, fully committing to a youth-led identity rooted in the club’s past and its future.

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United Announce 2027-28 Squad Ahead of Transfer Deadline


A fully revamped team of only former academy graduates.

Manchester United enter the new season with a radically reshaped squad that fully embodies the club’s return to its academy-first identity. After last year’s historic success, the focus has shifted from star power to continuity, development, and leadership from within. At the heart of it all is Marcus Rashford, who has signed a new contract and been handed the number nine shirt along with the captaincy. As one of the most prominent graduates of the modern academy, Rashford is now the standard-bearer for a young, homegrown group.

One of the most notable tactical evolutions within the squad sees Kobbie Mainoo move out of central midfield and into a more advanced left attacking role, where his composure, ball-carrying, and final-third intelligence can have greater impact. His vacated spot in midfield is filled by Hannibal Mejbri, whose intensity and edge bring a different dimension to the engine room.

Around them is a collection of developing talent across the pitch. From defenders like Mengi, Kambwala, and Carreras, to attackers such as Greenwood, Garnacho, Woolley, and Marsden, opportunities will be plentiful for young players to grow into responsibility. With experience blended carefully into youth, United are clearly prioritizing long-term identity over short-term comfort, trusting the academy to define the club’s next era.

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Garnacho, Mainoo Lead the Way as New-Look United Defeat Arch-Rivals Liverpool in Community Shield

Saturday, August 7th, 2027
FA Community Shield
Wembley Stadium
Manchester United vs. Liverpool

2 - 0


Rashford raises his first trophy as United captain flanked by his fellow academy graduates.

Lineup (3-4-2-1)
Rashford (C)
Mainoo --- Greenwood
Leon --- McNeil --- Hannibal --- Garnacho
Carreras --- Kambwala --- Mengi
Henderson

Match Facts
58% - Possession - 42%
9 - Shots - 9
116 - Passes Attempted - 146
87% - Pass Accuracy - 86%
8 - Tackles - 13

Match Events
11' A. Mac Allister (LIV)
18' A. Garnacho (MUN)
35' A. Garnacho (MUN)
65' Kim Min Jae (LIV)
89' K. Mainoo (MUN)

Man of the Match
Dean Henderson (MUN): 8.2 rating, 5 saves, clean sheet

[Soapy]

Mason Greenwood Returns to Manchester United for £85M

why lmao

[Caesar]

Bringing back a rapist is a choice

[Xixak]

Greenwood Strikes in the Final Seconds to Defeat Man City in UEFA Super Cup

Wednesday, August 11th, 2027
UEFA Super Cup
Santiago Bernabeu
Manchester United vs. Manchester City

2 - 0


Greenwood soaks in the adoration of the United fans after his winner, they have welcomed him back with open arms despite his past.

Lineup (3-4-2-1)
Rashford (C)
Mainoo --- Greenwood
Amass --- McNeil --- Hannibal --- Garnacho
Carreras --- Tuanzebe --- Mengi
Henderson

Match Facts
50% - Possession - 50%
15 - Shots - 7
111 - Passes Attempted - 190
88% - Pass Accuracy - 91%
11 - Tackles - 5

Match Events
38' M. Rashford (MUN)
79' O. Sancet (MCI)
90' M. Greenwood (MUN)

Man of the Match
Mason Greenwood (MUN): 8.6 rating, 1 goal

[Xixak]

Mason Greenwood Returns to Manchester United for £85M

why lmao

Bringing back a rapist is a choice

Redemption era. (Also there are like no good left footed players from our academy besides him )

[Xixak]

United Settle for Draw at Stamford Bridge in PL Season Opener

Saturday, August 14th, 2027
Premier League | Matchday #1
Stamford Bridge
Chelsea (8th) vs. Manchester United (14th)

2 - 2


Kambwala struggled at CCB today, allowing Nico Jackson to slip in behind him several times including for this goal here.

Lineup (3-4-2-1)
Brereton Diaz
Mainoo --- Greenwood
Amass --- McNeil --- Hannibal --- Garnacho
Carreras --- Kambwala --- Tuanzebe
Henderson

Match Facts
37% - Possession - 63%
10 - Shots - 8
127 - Passes Attempted - 142
92% - Pass Accuracy - 91%
9 - Tackles - 11

Match Events
41' A. Carreras (MUN)
61' ;goal: C. Palmer (CHE)
66' L. Barry (MUN)
75' N. Jackson (CHE)

Man of the Match
Alvaro Carreras (MUN): 8.6 rating, 1 goal, 4 tackles

[ShireNiner]

You just made United officially a hated team again by bringing him back.

[Xixak]

You just made United officially a hated team again by bringing him back.

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