United, Inc: Rumours, Rebuilds, and Reality Checks
#924 | Ed and Jamie dig into the latest finance news - from Saudi takeover chatter to shifting roles behind the scenes. With talk of high-level interest and whispers of a winter friendly in Riyadh, the hosts ask what’s real, what’s posturing, and what it all means for United’s financial direction?
They also break down the latest movements in the club’s infrastructure plans: academy investment, staffing from Brentford, and how Old Trafford’s future might finally take shape. Plus, the latest on Harry Maguire’s contract negotiations and the Women’s team’s Champions League campaign.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:54 Saudi Takeover Speculation
17:15 Academy and Infrastructure
24:38 Operational Changes at United
29:24 Stadium Financing Options
37:49 Potential Friendly in Saudi Arabia
39:23 Financial Realities and Player Contracts
48:18 Women’s Team and Financial Impact
52:36 Wrap-Up
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Champions League Nights
#923 | In this midweek episode Ed and Wayne celebrate United Women’s first-ever Champions League win - a statement performance against Valarenge and a sign of how far Mark Skinner’s side has come this season.
The conversation then pivots to changes off the pitch, as United continue the behind-the-scenes rebuild. The hosts unpack the arrival of Ameesh Malek from Brentford and what his appointment says about INEOS’ intent to modernise operations.
Naturally, the rumour mill never sleeps. Ed and Wayne assess the latest whispers of a club takeover - and why it’s unlikely to happen anytime soon. They also dig into Jim Ratcliffe’s recent Times interview, where he talked expectation management, academy economics, and what “sustainable success” might really mean at Old Trafford.
All that, plus a quick look ahead at United’s upcoming fixture against Liverpool.
Chapters:00:00 Introduction00:11 United Women’s Champions League Victory11:01 Ratcliffe’s Times Interview29:31 Ownership Speculation and Saudi Rumours39:47 What’s Next on the Pitch44:03 Closing Thoughts
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The Tactics Show: Calm, Control, Hoof It
#923 | Ed and Dharnish take the mic to dissect United’s composed weekend win. The pair dig into what’s changed tactically - from the defensive shape to a noticeable shift in pressing and long ball strategy. There’s praise for Mason Mount’s role in midfield and for Bruno Fernandes’ disciplined positioning, plus a look at how debutant Senne Lemmens brought a rare sense of calm between the posts.
The conversation turns toward Anfield - what tweaks could Amorim make, who keeps their place, and how United might carry this new-found control into the biggest test yet.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:18 Defensive Shape & Pressing Adjustments
05:55 Long Ball Strategy
07:28 Goalkeeper Performance: Lemmens’ Debut
09:54 Mason Mount & Midfield Dynamics
26:32 Game Management & Control
30:36 Looking Ahead to Anfield
31:33 Final Thoughts
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Air Sesko Takes Off
#922 | Ed and Dan dissect Manchester United’s 2–0 win over Sunderland - a performance that offered relief, if not revelation. There’s praise for Senne Lemmens’ clean sheet, but the discussion quickly turns to Amorim’s tactical rigidity, and the sustainability of the long-ball plan.
Amad Diallo’s case for more minutes grows louder, there’s competition for a place between Mason Mount and Matteus Cunha. The conversation also touches on Leny Yoro’s defensive integration, Kobbie Mainoo’s long-term role, and why even in victory, United’s football feels low-percentage.
Plus: the youth team keeps winning, United Women continue to impress, and there’s a preview of the trip to Anfield - where the real test of progress begins.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:00 United 2–0 Sunderland: Match Reaction
04:04 Tactical Tweaks & Formation Choices
07:27 Build-Up Play & Long Ball Debate
17:57 Can Amorim’s System Hold Up?
20:13 Liverpool Preview & Weaknesses to Target
23:47 Youth & Women’s Team Updates
25:07 International Call-Ups
31:25 Tactical Solutions & Formation Debates
36:49 Mainoo’s Future in Midfield
40:56 Amorim’s Management Style Under the Microscope
44:27 FIFA World Cup Pricing
46:20 Closing Thoughts
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To Sack or Not to Sack
#921 | Another week, another crisis. United collapse 3–1 at Brentford and the questions keep piling up. Ed and Adam pick through the wreckage - from fan fury to the manager’s failing system, and the uncomfortable truth that some of United’s best performers are currently thriving out on loan.
There’s a broader look at the club’s structure, coaching set-up, and whether the board has the courage (or competence) to act. Who would take the reins if Amorim goes? And what does it say about United’s trajectory that Europe’s top competition rolls on without them?
Finally, a glance towards Sunderland at Old Trafford, and whether the players - and the manager - can arrest the slide.
Chapters00:00 Introduction01:41 Brentford Defeat & Fan Reaction06:35 Manager/Club Structure Debate10:37 Squad, Youth, and Coaching Issues32:07 Interim Manager & Future Options40:44 Champions League & United's Absence46:38 Sunderland Preview & Closing Thoughts
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About No Question About That - a Manchester United podcast
No Question About That is the original independent fan-published podcast covering Manchester United. Hosted by Ed, with contributions from Dan, Tom, Wayne, Dharnish, Adam, Jamie, Dominic and Isabel. NQAT covers the latest games, news, business, politics and fan culture at the world’s best supported club. There are two main shows each week, a tactics show, and a football finance pod.
If you are interested in supporting the show and accessing the weekly exclusive bonus episode, check out our Patreon page or subscribe on Apple Podcasts. Supporter funded episodes are AD-FREE. NQAT is also available in video on YouTube. Hit that subscribe button, leave a rating and write a review on Apple or Spotify.
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