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      ‘He battered me’ – Wayne Rooney reveals worst ever rollicking from Sir Alex Ferguson and Man Utd legend snapped back

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      WAYNE Rooney has revealed one of the worst hairdryer treatments he ever received from Sir Alex Ferguson.Rooney, 39, was signed by the legendary Manchester United boss in 2004 and became the club’s all-time record scorer with 253 goals in 559 appearances.Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney opened up on one of the worst Hairdryer TreatmentsCredit: BBCFerguson would blast his Man Utd stars in the dressing room if he wasn’t happy with their performanceCredit: PA:Press AssociationRooney was ‘battered’ by Ferguson at half-time despite scoring at PortsmouthCredit: PA:Press AssociationRooney and Ferguson had a few confrontations during their time at Man UtdCredit: GettyHowever, the two Man Utd heroes butted heads a few times and one of their biggest confrontations took place during the 2009-10 season at Portsmouth.The Red Devils visited Fratton Park 16 years ago in the Premier League and endured a mediocre first half that saw Rooney’s opener getting cancelled out by Kevin-Prince Boateng’s penalty.Sir Alex wasn’t happy at all and was especially disappointed with his star striker.And so Fergie “battered” his player during his half-time team talk in the dressing room.Read More on Man UtdRooney, though, strongly believed this dressing down wasn’t deserved and hit back at his manager.Upon reflection, the England legend admits he went ” a bit too far” and was disrespectful.That led to a quick one-on-one chat between the two where Rooney was reminded of who rules the roost.The former centre-forward, though, insists that interaction had a positive effect on him as he went on to complete a hat-trick in the second half before Ryan Giggs made it 4-1.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSIt was obvious the two patched things up during the bus ride home as Ferguson confirmed all was forgotten.Rooney told the BBC: “I got it a lot, yeah. When he went of course he was scary and intimidating.EXCL Wayne Rooney spotted training his England teammate Kyle Walker’s six-year-old son at £5k a night Dubai hotel”At times deserved, at times not deserved. But I think he knew the right times to do it and he knew the effect it would have. Which normally for me was a positive effect on the pitch.”There was a game which always sticks out. It was Portsmouth away, we were winning 1-0.”I scored in the first half and he came in and he battered me. He just went at me and I felt it wasn’t deserved.”And I went back at him and probably went back a bit too far. It was a bit disrespectful.”And he spoke to me after that. And made it clear that I can’t speak to him like that.”And then I went out and scored another two. So I scored a hat-trick in the game.Patching things up”It was always after the game, it was on the bus. This is where he was always brilliant.”He’d be sat on the bus and he’d walk past you and get a tea or a coffee. “And he walks back past you, he’d give you a little slap on the head and that was his way of saying it’s forgot about.”So you were half waiting for it. I think you would be more worried if it didn’t come.READ MORE SUN STORIES”It was necessary as well at times. I think sometimes it gets blown a bit out of propotion.”Because he was really light-hearted as well. But when he went of course he was scary and intimidating.” More

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      Man Utd vs Ipswich live stream: How to watch huge Premier League clash TONIGHT

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      MANCHESTER UNITED host struggling Ipswich at Old Trafford as they desperately seek an upturn in form.Ruben Amorim has endured a torrid start to his Red Devils career, steering the club closer to the Championship than the Champions League.Manchester United are in the midst of a terrible Premier League seasonCredit: GettyKieran McKenna spent time on the books as a coach at Man UnitedCredit: GettyFor a man who has beaten Pep Guardiola TWICE with two separate teams this season, Amorim seems surprisingly devoid of ideas. The reverse fixture was Amorim’s first in charge of United, and for a moment, it looked as though he would turn things around at Old Trafford.Marcus Rashford scored early, but it all unravelled, with Omari Hutchinson levelling and United failing to do anything of note in the Premier League since.According to reports, Ipswich manager Kieran McKenna was in the running for a number of top jobs last summer, including United.Read more FootballMAN UTD VS IPSWICH LIVE – LATEST UPDATESMcKenna, a former coach at United, will be hoping to haunt his old side as he tries to guide Ipswich out of the relegation zone.His side are in need of a huge upturn in form if they are to stay in the Premier League.Ipswich have claimed just two points since the turn of the year and are five points from saftey.Most read in FootballHow to watch Man United vs Ipswich and is there a live stream?ALL of the Premier League games between Tuesday, February 25 and Thursday, February 27 are LIVE in the UK.Man United vs Ipswich will be live on TNT Sports 4.The game will also be available for stream on Discovery+.Alternatively, follow along with SunSport’s live blog.Man United vs Ipswich kick-off timeMan United vs Ipswich will kick off at 7:30pm GMTAction from Old Trafford is available LIVE on TNT Sports 4 or for streaming on Discovery+ More

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      Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal live stream: How to watch huge Premier League clash TONIGHT

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      ARSENAL and Nottingham Forest both look to keep the pressure on Premier League leaders Liverpool.Nuno Espirito Santo’s side are storming towards the Champions League, currently third in the Prem.Chris Wood has helped Forest in their quest for Champions League footballCredit: GettyMikel Arteta’s Arsenal have struggled to kick on from recent seasons this yearCredit: Ian Kington / IKIMAGES / AFPAfter narrowly avoiding relegation in recent seasons, many at the City Ground would never have believed the triumphant upturn in form 12 months ago.For the first time since they gained promotion to the Premier League, Forest are looking up – not down, and see Arsenal six points ahead of them in second.The Gunners are experiencing terrible luck with injuries – but their apparent refusal to reinforce in attack over the past two windows has come back to bite them.NOTTM FOREST VS ARSENAL LIVE – LATEST UPDATESRead more FootballForest are experiencing nothing of the kind, and Chris Wood will be hoping to make it a night to forget for Gabriel and William Saliba.The Kiwi striker is mixing it up with the likes of Erling Haaland and Alexander Isak in the Golden Boot race – but is still quite a way off Mo Salah.Wood and Co hold a narrow three-point advantage in the race for the Champions League.There are a handful of teams – including Manchester City and Newcastle – who are ready to pounce if Forest lose ground in their bid for the Champions League.Most read in FootballHow to watch Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal and is there a live stream?ALL of the Premier League games between Tuesday, February 25 and Thursday, February 27 are LIVE in the UK.Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal will be live on TNT Sports 2.The game will also be available for stream on Discovery+.Alternatively, follow along with SunSport’s live blog.Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal kick-off timeNottingham Forest vs Arsenal will kick off at 7:30pm GMTAction from The City Ground is available LIVE on TNT Sports 2 or for streaming on discovery+ More

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      Tottenham vs Man City live stream: How to watch huge Premier League clash TONIGHT

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      MANCHESTER CITY travel to Tottenham as they look to move back into the top four in the Premier League.Pep Guardiola will be hoping to put the woes of defeat to his great rivals Liverpool behind him as City travel to the capital.Pep Guardiola was beaten by Premier League leaders Liverpool last weekendCredit: GettyAnge Postecoglou is under pressure as Spurs sit in the bottom halfCredit: GettyThe Citizens are usually there or thereabouts when it comes to Premier League title races, but this season are nowhere to be found.For the quality of Guardiola’s side, they are having an “off season,” but they are still in the hunt for Champions League qualification, only nine points behind Arsenal in second.The Gunners will be hoping their north London rivals Tottenham can do them a favour and halt City from making any further ground on them.While Ange Postecoglou’s promise of delivering a trophy in his second season still bears fruit in the Europa League, their Premier League season has been one to forget.Read more FootballThe Lily Whites are way off where they want to be, closer to West Ham in 16th than Fulham in 10th.However, Spurs weirdly almost always manage to pull off a result against City, with their 4-0 win over Guardiola’s side in November being their only win in eight during that spell. How to watch Tottenham vs Man City and is there a live stream?ALL of the Premier League games between Tuesday, February 25 and Thursday, February 27 are LIVE in the UK.Tottenham vs Man City will be live on TNT Sports 3.The game will also be available for stream on Discovery+.Alternatively, follow along with SunSport’s live blog.Tottenham vs Man City kick-off timeTottenham vs Man City will kick off at 7:30pm GMTAction from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is available LIVE on TNT Sports 3 or for streaming on Discovery+Most read in Football More

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      Premier League LIVE RESULTS: Szoboszlai and Mac Allister goals send Reds THIRTEEN clear at top of Premier League

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      LIVERPOOL go a whopping 13 points clear at the top of the Premier League table with the Reds dismantling Champions League-chasing Newcastle.Dominik Szoboszlai and Alexis Mac Allister struck for the flying Reds.Newcastle were without Alexander Isak – who missed the Anfield clash with a groin injury.Elsewhere, Arsenal dropped yet more points in a drab goalless draw at Nottingham Forest and Man City won at Spurs.Also, Brentford were pegged back by Everton’s Jake O’Brien on the 77th minute following Yoane Wissa’s opener.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…That’s all from us at SunSportProbably safe to say Liverpool are close to winning the Premier League title after beating Newcastle 2-0 with 10 games left to play.The Reds are now 13 points ahead of second-placed Arsenal after Mikel Arteta’s men drew 0-0 with third-placed Nottingham Forest, who continue to make a strong case for a surprise top-four finish.Manchester City are still fourth after beating Tottenham 1-0 thanks to the returning Erling Haaland’s winner.Manchester United avoided even more misery with a dramatic 3-2 win over relegation strugglers Ipswich Town, despite losing Patrick Dorgu to a straight red card in the first half.Brentford and Everton drew 1-1 in a match that could have easily had a winner.That’s all from us here at SunSport, have a wonderful night!Copy linkCopiedThomas Frank reactsBrentford boss Thomas Frank had mixed feelings after his team took a deserved lead but ultimately relied on goalkeeper Mark Flekken, who made his third save of the night from Everton striker Beto in the dying minutes.I felt it was a game we could have, should have won. But on the overall performance it was probably a fair result.If we make it 2-0, we win. On the flipside, Mark Flekken was outstanding, probably the man of the match in a game where he was not too busy but made three crucial saves.He’s extremely good in those one on ones, one of the best in the league.Thomas FrankCopy linkCopiedLiverpool vs Newcastle statsLiverpool controlled 62 per cent of possession against Newcastle.The Reds produced 12 shots, three of which were on target at Anfield.The Magpies, on the other hand, only managed three shots off target.More below:Copy linkCopiedLiverpool vs Newcastle analysisArne Slot has been looking nice and relaxed in his seat in the stands at Anfield but little wonder.At no stage when he arrived in England would have expected Liverpool to be 13 points clear with 10 games to go.They should just hand the title to Liverpool now.Copy linkCopiedFT: Liverpool 2-0 NewcastlePeep!And that’s the final whistle at Anfield!!!Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 2-0 NewcastleSeven minutes of stoppage time to go.Liverpool are about to seal a comfortable distance between them and second-placed Arsenal, who dropped more points at Nottingham Forest.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 2-0 NewcastleNO GOALLiverpool get the ball behind Newcastle’s net after a corner-kick but the referee deems Ibrahima Konate fouled goalkeeper Nick Pope in the build-up.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 2-0 NewcastleNewcastle are pushing forward with a series of crosses looking to make it a nervy finale.But the Magpies have less than five minutes available, plus stoppage time.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 2-0 Newcastle Just 10 more minutes to go at Anfield, plus stoppage time.Liverpool continue to dominate and could have scored more goals against Newcastle.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 2-0 NewcastleLiverpool miss two major chances to put the match away.Mohamed Salah first dinks the ball to Trent Alexander-Arnold but he cannot get the necessary touch on 71 minutes.Salah then produces another beautiful ball just two minutes later for Luis Diaz but his shot goes wide.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool statLiverpool have scored at least twice in each of their last 18 home matches across all competitions. The last top-flight side to have a longer run in that department were Sunderland.The Black Cats’ run lasted 19 consecutive matches between February and December 1935.Copy linkCopiedWord from Old TraffordHarry maguire was the toast of Old Trafford again as he headed in a second-half winner for a second straight game. United did their best to lose at home for an eighth time this season as Patrick Dorgu gifted the visitors an early goal and later got a red card on his first home appearance in the Prem.But credit to Ruben Amorim’s men for showing the spirit needed to recover from a calamitous end to the first half and steady the ship before claiming the points.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 2-0 NewcastleLiverpool are sealing the three points and possibly the Premier League title.Mohamed Salah tees up Alexis Mac Allister, who beats Nick Pope for the Reds’ second.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 2-0 NewcastleGoal!Liverpool double their lead with Alexis Mac Allister on 63 minutes!!!Copy linkCopiedMan Utd 3-2 IpswichManchester United pick up a stressful win over relegation strugglers Ipswich.Man Utd are now 14th in the Premier League table, while the Tractor Boys are deep in relegation trouble with five points separating them from safety.Copy linkCopiedWord from TottenhamFull-time at Spurs – what a dramatic finale that was.Haaland thought he made it 2-0 in the fourth minute of injury time when the ball bounced around in the box and he was suddenly one-on-one with Vicario and finished expertly – he ran off to celebrate and it took him a long time to realise ref Gillett had blown his whistle for handball.Speaking of a long time, VAR Graham Scott had a detailed look to see if a) it hit Haaland or Danso’s arm and b) if it did hit Haaland, was it a handball or above the so-called t-shirt line – before eventually agreeing with the on-field decision. Then somehow Spurs still had a glorious chance to equalise – Son flicked on Porro’s cross but Sarr headed well over in the 98th minute. Earlier on, sub Sarr had skewed wide then Son thought he had the leveller on 84 minutes.Johnson burned past Kovacic and slid a low ball across which the South Korean took first time and kept it low but Ederson saved brilliantly – not quite as good as Stefan Ortega’s stop to deny Son at the end of last season which effectively won City the title here last term, mind. Some boos around the ground when it was announced Maddison was going off to be replaced by Timo Werner – seems very few people, myself included, thought he was going to provide that magic moment for Tottenham… we were right. Triple “ole” for Spurs fans to cheer about when Danso made a last-ditch tackle to deny Savinho, then won the free-kick – and ref Gillett took a tumble as he blew his whistle. Wahey! The Aussie tried to save face by looking down at the turf and checking his studs – the classic, we’ve all been there.City and their travelling fans have the last laugh, though, as they hold on for a narrow 1-0 victory. That sees them leapfrog Chelsea back into fourth while that is Spurs’ 14th defeat of the season – only the bottom four have more.Copy linkCopiedWord from BrentfordA fair result, overall. Brentford still can’t win at home, and Everton keep on not losing. Beto really should have given them a win but missed his third good chance of the evening with less than three minutes to go. If Brentford can put a run of form together they can still be in that top-half mix and even challenge for Europe. But they won’t do it with limp second-half displays like this. As the song by Hard-Fi that is currently playing at the Gtech says, Everton under David Moyes are “Hard To Beat”.Copy linkCopiedFT: Tottenham 0-1 Man CityManchester City pick up a huge win at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and are fourth with seven points separating them from second place.Tottenham, on the other hand, are down in 13th place.Copy linkCopiedFT: Brentford 1-1 EvertonIt’s a draw at the Gtech Community Stadium between Brentford and Everton.The Toffees now comfortably above the relegation zone with 15 points separating them from the bottom three.Copy linkCopiedFT: Nottingham Forest 0-0 ArsenalArsenal drop even more points and are now 13 points behind Liverpool, who are 1-0 up against Newcastle.Nottingham Forest, on the other hand, are in third place with Manchester City fourth.Copy linkCopiedLiverpool 1-0 NewcastlePeep!We are back underway at Anfield!Copy linkCopiedStoppage timeWe’re past the 90-minute mark at Tottenham vs Manchester City and Nottingham Forest vs Arsenal.Man City are 1-0 ahead thanks to Erling Haaland’s opener, while the Gunners and Forest are still goalless.But news for Arsenal as Liverpool lead against Newcastle.Copy linkCopiedAlmost full-timeJust about 10 minutes to go across the board, with the exception of Liverpool vs Newcastle.Waiting to find out how much stoppage time will be added.Copy linkCopiedBrentford 1-1 EvertonGoal!Everton equalise with Jake O’Brien on 77 minutes!!!Copy linkCopiedPremier League tableAs it stands, Liverpool are still top of the league, but with THIRTEEN points ahead of second place:Copy linkCopied More

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      ‘I can see him going into that job’ – Ashley Cole tipped for first role in management by former Chelsea team-mate

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      CHELSEA and Arsenal legend Ashley Cole has been tipped for a huge managerial role, despite having no experience.Ashley, 44, is considered by many as the greatest left-back in Premier League history following a stunning career with the Gunners, the Blues and England.Chelsea and Arsenal legend Ashley Cole has been touted as the next Rangers managerCredit: GettyJoe Cole strongly recommends ex-Chelsea team-mate Ashley for the top job at RangersCredit: GettyThe former defender retired in 2019 and crossed over to coaching as he mainly worked as assistant manager for Chelsea and Everton under Frank Lampard as well as Birmingham under Wayne Rooney.The ex-Roma star currently works as assistant boss at England under manager Thomas Tuchel.Ashley has never worked as head coach, but former Chelsea team-mate Joe Cole insists his namesake has what it takes for that role.So much so that Joe, 43, strongly recommended him for the vacant Rangers job following Philippe Clement’s dismissal on Monday.Read More on ChelseaThe pundit believes Ashley would be ideal for the Gers’ top job due to his undying dedication to the game.The ex-Liverpool ace also suggested the legendary full-back would be as successful as Steven Gerrard, who also had no head coach experience before moving to Ibrox.Joe told The Dressing Room Podcast: “Where do they go, Rangers? I’m going to throw a name in there. “He’s our guy, Ashley Cole. I’m going to throw him in. I know he’s got a great job working with the England Under-21s…Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”Rangers had such a great spell with Stevie G, another ex-England legend, and I can see Coley going into that job.”I worked with him doing a bit of media in a foreign country. We had the afternoon off and we were sitting on the sunbeds, ordered a couple of drinks, and I’m thinking, ‘This is a good job, Coley, I’m enjoying myself!’Ashley Cole picks his all-time team-mates XI… but does it boast more Arsenal or Chelsea stars?”I’m watching the world go by, 90 degrees, and he just gets his laptop out and he’s showing me throw-ins! “The dedication… his dedication to football. We love him. But that would be perfect for him.”Rangers hired club legend Barry Ferguson as interim manager until the end of the season following Clement’s dismissal.The likes of Gerrard, Russell Martin, Lampard, Neil Warnock, Sam Allardyce and David Wagner have all been linked with the top job. More

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      ‘I just want them to remember’ – Mo Salah gives biggest hint yet he will LEAVE Liverpool with contract running down

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      MOHAMED SALAH has dropped his biggest hint yet that his Liverpool reign will end this season.As things currently stand, the Egyptian phenomenon is set to depart the Reds on a free when his contract expires this summer.Mohamed Salah had dropped a massive hint that his time at Liverpool could be overCredit: TNT SportsSalah is enjoying a record breaking seasonCredit: PASalah wants to add a second Premier League title to his trophy collectionCredit: Getty Images – GettySalah admitted that he has produced the best individual season of his career as Liverpool sit 11 points clear of Arsenal at the top of the Prem.His astonishing 41 goal contributions in the league, via 25 goals and 16 assists, has left manager Arne Slot with one hand on the title.Remarkably, it seems that won’t be enough to keep him at Anfield beyond the summer.Salah spoke with club legend Steve McManaman about his time at Liverpool ahead of Newcastle’s Merseyside trip on Wednesday.READ MORE LIVERPOOL NEWSThe 32-year-old – who is currently Liverpool’s third highest-ever goal scorer – shared his adoration for the historic club.But Salah was speaking in past tense and all but told fans that his days in Red are numbered as things stand.On his legacy, the winger told TNT Sports: “I just want fans to remember that I gave it all to the fans, I gave it all to the city. “I was here, I wasn’t lazy, I just enjoyed my football and gave it my all.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”I think that’s what the city is about, they give you love, you have a connection with them.”I just want them to remember that I was here for eight years…or whatever.”Mo Salah and Dominik Szoboszlai react to a BIG win for Liverpool at Manchester CitySalah broke SIX records when Liverpool dismantled Manchester City with ease on Sunday.McManaman then stressed the obvious fact that Liverpool fans want Salah to stay beyond eight years.The legendary Real Madrid midfielder – who works as a TNT commentator now – asked Salah if there’s been any developments with his contract.Salah smiled as he shook his head and added: “No, in a very polite way.”It’s not exactly a comforting update from the main man but of course Anfield chiefs Fenway Sports Group could offer him a new deal.Salah has been free to negotiate a pre-contract agreement with foreign clubs since January and Saudi Arabia remain in the hunt.This is the fifth time Salah has dropped a subtle hint about leaving Liverpool this season.After beating Man City in December, he admitted: “Honestly that’s what’s in my head — this is in all probability the last City game I will play for Liverpool so I am just going to enjoy it.”Salah’s potential contract headache first made headlines after Liverpool smashed Manchester United 3-0 in September.He continued: “Nobody has talked to me yet about a contract so I am just like ‘I will play my last season and we will see in the summer.”The Egyptian scored his 241st goal on Sunday, which moved him joint-third on Liverpool’s all-time goalscoring list Gordon Hodgson.Ian Rush leads the way with 346 goals, Roger Hunt has 285.Asked if he’s planning to chase the goal-scoring records of Wayne Rooney, Harry Kane or Alan Shearer, Salah said: “Yeah if I stay in this country, I will think about it.”But so far I’m just thinking about winning the Premier League and we will see at the end of the season.”Mo Salah broke another six remarkable records on Sunday afternoonArsene Wenger advised Salah that great players can always be called upon to produce a match-winning moment, even if they’ve had underwhelming game.He said: “I try to be stable and understand that you won’t be at your best every single game. “But if you stay focused, maybe you’ll have one chance. I don’t engage in trash talking. I just need one chance and you will play for it.”If Salah does leave this summer, no other player would have left a Prem club on a bigger high.Salah added: “I think this season is my best season because I make the other players around me better as well.”If you look at all the numbers for my team-mates, they’re going to be higher than my previous seasons. My assists are higher.”If you look at that direction, I think that Cody Gakpo and others players are enjoying a good season.”READ MORE SUN STORIESOn the Ballon d’Or talk, Salah said: “Lets win the league and Champions League first.”Because with the Ballon d’Or, there’s sometimes other stuff involved there. I just want to win the Premier League.” More

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      Man Utd have splurged £1.6BILLION on transfers since Sir Alex Ferguson left as Big Six’s eye-watering spends revealed

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have splurged a staggering £1.6BILLION on transfers since Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement.And despite their enormous outlay, they have never felt so far away from competing for the Premier League title.Mason Mount has played just 237 minutes of Prem football this seasonCredit: GettyRasmus Hojlund has scored two goals this termCredit: GettyCasemiro remains under contract until June 2026Credit: GettyRuben Amorim’s lowly flops are 15th in the Prem table, with the Portuguese boss even suggesting that his players are partially to blame for mass job cuts behind the scenes at Old Trafford.Throughout the post-Ferguson era, the Red Devils have attempted to throw money at their problems – forking out huge transfer fees and wages every summer.But having never previously addressed their football structure behind the scenes, United’s scatter-gun strategy has consistently yielded disastrous results.Amorim’s current crop includes £60m Casemiro, £64m Rasmus Hojlund, £55m Mason Mount and £85m Harry Maguire, to name just a few.READ MORE ON MAN UTDFollowing a decent first season, Casemiro’s form has dropped off a cliff, yet United remain liable for his eye-watering £350,000 a week salary until June 2026.Hojlund, meanwhile, has managed just two Premier League goals this season, and Mount just 237 minutes of game time amid constant injury woes.Maguire’s form has also fluctuated wildly, with the Red Devils having previously tried to flog him to West Ham.United misfits Antony and Jadon Sancho are both out on loan, having cost nearly £160m in transfer fees and £450,000 per week in wages between them.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSAntony struggled throughout his Old Trafford stayCredit: ReutersJadon Sancho never delivered on his price tagCredit: GettyLiverpool and Arsenal, the Premier League’s top two, have spent £1.12bn and £1.26bn on transfer fees since Ferguson’s retirement – significantly less than Man Utd.Yet they find themselves streets ahead, despite also having smaller wage bills than the Red Devils, per FBref.Erik ten Hag reveals he HAS returned to work and may never go back to management after Man Utd sackingOnly Manchester City, winners of six of the last seven Prem titles, have a higher wage bill than United.Pep Guardiola’s men have spent £1.74bn since Fergie’s United departure, but have the silverware to show for it.In the same period Chelsea, who judging by last night’s fan protests have problems of their own, have spent £2.37bn on transfers, while Tottenham have forked out £1.21bn.United’s current crop includes plenty of high-profile flops, but such a phenomenon is nothing new.A then-world record £89m was spent on Paul Pogba, £35m on Donny van de Beek, £75m on Romelu Lukaku, £59.7m on Angel Di Maria…The list could go on and on.In the first post-Ferguson season, United chiefs handed David Moyes £65m to spend on Marouane Fellaini and Juan Mata.Since that campaign, the Red Devils have only spent less than £119m in a season twice – forking out an average of £140m on new players per year.READ MORE SUN STORIESSince his arrival 12 months ago, Sir Jim Ratcliffe has been on a controversial cost-cutting drive that has seen hundreds lose their jobs – but the football side of the business continues to cost fortunes without the returns to show for it.It has been 12 years since Man Utd’s last Premier League title and if they do not improve their recruitment, it is hard to see when their next one will come.Paul Pogba cost a then-world record £89million from JuventusCredit: Rex FeaturesDonny van de Beek never hit the heights at Old TraffordCredit: PA More