Roy Keane has launched a scathing attack on Manchester United following their 4-1 collapse at the hands of Newcastle United, branding his former club a “weak team” and insisting that excuses can no longer mask the fundamental flaws in the side.

United fell to their 14th Premier League defeat of the season in alarming fashion at St James’ Park. Despite briefly levelling through Alejandro Garnacho after Sandro Tonali’s early strike, United were overrun in the second half. A clinical brace from Harvey Barnes and a late effort by Bruno Guimarães sealed a dominant victory for the hosts, leaving United’s Champions League hopes in tatters.

Speaking on Sky Sports, Keane pulled no punches in his assessment of Ruben Amorim’s team.

Manchester United are reportedly leading the race to sign Atalanta midfielder Ederson, with a bold attempt to snatch the Brazilian from under the noses of rivals Manchester City this summer.

While still hopeful of ending a disappointing season on a high with Europa League success, United are already laying the groundwork for a significant summer overhaul. New manager Ruben Amorim is expected to usher in a new era at Old Trafford, with sweeping changes planned as he shapes the squad in his own image.

Central to this transformation will be moving on a number of underperforming or surplus players. The likes of Marcus Rashford, Jadon Sancho, and Antony are among those expected to depart, generating crucial funds that will allow Amorim to pursue key targets without breaching the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSRs).

Tom Heaton and Jonny Evans look set to close the chapter on their Manchester United careers this summer, with both veterans expected to leave the club at the end of their current contracts.

According to Fabrizio Romano, United are not planning to extend the deals of either player as new head coach Ruben Amorim begins laying the groundwork for a broader rebuild at Old Trafford. While nothing has been officially confirmed by the club, it seems increasingly likely that both Heaton and Evans have already made their final contributions on the pitch for United.

Marcus Rashford’s future is generating considerable interest as he finds himself linked with a move to a surprise Premier League club this summer, amid reports suggesting they could be the subject of a high-profile takeover.

Rashford is currently enjoying a successful loan spell at Aston Villa, having joined Unai Emery’s side from Manchester United in January. The 27-year-old has made an immediate impact at Villa Park, contributing four assists in his first nine appearances. His impressive form earned him a call-up to the England squad under new manager Thomas Tuchel, with Rashford’s performances continuing to catch the eye.

Diogo Dalot believes Manchester United are on the right path, despite suffering a 1-0 defeat at Nottingham Forest, their 13th loss of a challenging Premier League season. Ruben Amorim’s side were unable to capitalize on moments of dominance during Tuesday's game, which was decided by a brilliant solo goal from former United academy player Anthony Elanga.

The defeat leaves United in 13th place in the Premier League standings, with eight matches remaining. The team is now just one loss away from matching their record of Premier League defeats in a single season, which was set under Erik ten Hag last year. However, Dalot remains optimistic, citing the side’s efforts to adapt to Amorim’s tactical approach. Despite the result, he believes the performance was a step in the right direction.

In a week where one Manchester club lost a key forward, another found an unlikely attacker. While Manchester City were dealt a blow with Erling Haaland’s injury, Manchester United’s manager Ruben Amorim turned to an unconventional solution, sending Harry Maguire into the attack during their 1-0 loss to Nottingham Forest.

Despite the bold move, which nearly paid off thanks to Murillo’s dramatic clearance off the line, the change appeared to be born more from desperation than inspiration.

Manchester United are reportedly weighing up the possibility of selling Kobbie Mainoo at the end of the season, with contract negotiations yet to reach a resolution. The 19-year-old midfielder is under contract until 2027, but despite ongoing talks over a new deal, no agreement has been found, leaving his future at Old Trafford uncertain.

Mainoo has endured a frustrating campaign, both due to injuries and his struggle to fit into Ruben Amorim’s system. A muscle injury has kept him sidelined, and even when available, he has been deployed in unfamiliar roles, including as a number ten and, in a failed experiment, as a false nine. With Amorim yet to find a clear role for the young midfielder, speculation over his long-term future at the club has intensified.

Boil it down to the raw numbers, and 13 goals in 54 Premier League games is a poor return on a £64 million investment, with another £8 million in potential add-ons. Nobody can currently argue that Rasmus Hojlund has been good value for Manchester United.

The 22-year-old remains an inconsistent striker, frustratingly unpredictable in his performances. After scoring against Leicester City and then netting for Denmark against Portugal, there was optimism that he had turned a corner. His goal earned him a start in the second leg of the Nations League quarter-final, but he was subbed off just after the 70-minute mark and criticised in the Danish media for an underwhelming display.

Rasmus Højlund’s goal against Leicester City on Sunday ended a challenging 21-game goal drought, a moment that was celebrated with a determined, straight-faced reaction.

The 22-year-old Danish striker admitted that the goal was a significant milestone, but it’s clear he understands the work that still lies ahead in his development.

Højlund, who is on his second permanent manager at Old Trafford, revealed that adapting to the team’s new system under Ruben Amorim, particularly the 3-4-2-1 formation, has been one of the key factors behind his goal-scoring struggles. “I think obviously I’ve not been on top of my game as I wanted to,” he acknowledged. “We’re still adapting to a new system and some new positions.”

Manchester United are reportedly planning a significant squad overhaul this summer in order to raise transfer funds, with Sunderland's Jobe Bellingham among the key targets lined up. The club is looking to offload several players, including Victor Lindelof, Casemiro, Christian Eriksen, and Kobbie Mainoo, as they seek to strengthen their squad under manager Ruben Amorim.

The Red Devils have a number of high-profile players they are willing to sell to fund new signings. Casemiro, whose £350,000-a-week contract has just one year remaining, could be one of the big names to leave.