Tag: fallout

Man Utd boss Michael Carrick says squad not affected by Lisandro Martinez fallout
16 October 2026 Off

Man Utd boss Michael Carrick says squad not affected by Lisandro Martinez fallout

By Total Football News

Martinez singled out the ‘technical director’ for criticism in Madrid.

There was no mention of Wilcox in his statement, although the former Leeds and Blackburn player, who was made United’s director of football in the aftermath of Dan Ashworth’s sacking in December 2024, was part of the discussions with Martinez that led to his latest statement on his conduct.

Wilcox is back in the spotlight, after also being targeted by

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Lisandro Martinez interview: Jason Wilcox again the target in latest Man Utd fallout
14 October 2026 Off

Lisandro Martinez interview: Jason Wilcox again the target in latest Man Utd fallout

By Total Football News

Firstly, it must be pointed out Wilcox is going nowhere.

United sources say the 55-year-old is not in any danger of losing his job.

The club’s recruitment department is working on potential targets for January given it is accepted the strategy of not signing left-back competition for Luke Shaw and striking support for Benjamin Sesko was flawed.

Both players have missed matches already this term, with Sesko sidelined for an

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Enzo Fernandez: Video fallout brought me closer to Chelsea team-mates
1 December 2025 Off

Enzo Fernandez: Video fallout brought me closer to Chelsea team-mates

By Total Football News

Fernandez, who became Chelsea’s vice-captain that summer under manager Enzo Maresca, explained how he cut short his post-tournament holiday to apologise in person during their pre-season tour of the United States, when he also released a written statement saying he was “truly sorry”.

When asked if the episode strengthened his relationship with his team-mates, he replied: “Yes, absolutely.” He added: “It was a tough time, but my team-mates understood

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