Edwin van der Sar pictured in May 2017
Edwin van der Sar in contention to replace Ed Woodward?
Manchester United will reportedly consider appointing Edwin van der Sar as their next executive vice-chairman when Ed Woodward steps down at the end of 2021.
Apr 21, 12:25
Barcelona's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring against Cadiz in La Liga on February 21, 2020
Lionel Messi's greatest ever games for Barcelona
Sports Mole counts down Lionel Messi's 20 greatest individual performances following his record-breaking 768th appearance for Barcelona.
Mar 22, 18:00
West Ham's Sebastien Haller in action with Liverpool's Jordan Henderson on October 31, 2020
Sebastien Haller added to Ajax's Europa League squad after admin error
The Eredivisie outfit announced on Thursday that the club's record signing had been left out of the 25-man squad by mistake.
Feb 5, 11:55
Manchester United's Donny van de Beek pictured on December 12, 2020
Edwin van der Sar: 'Manchester United confident of Donny van de Beek success'
Edwin van der Sar says that there "is no shame" in Donny van de Beek struggling for minutes at Manchester United due to the competition that he faces.
Jan 19, 18:16
Manchester United executive vice-president Ed Woodward pictured in September 2020
Manchester United 'draw up five-man shortlist for director of football'
Manchester United reportedly draw up a five-man shortlist in their search for a director of football, which includes the likes of Luis Campos and Marc Overmars.
Dec 18, 23:32
Edwin van der Sar pictured in May 2017
Manchester United 'to snub Edwin van der Sar in director of football search'
Manchester United identify Everton's Marcel Brands as their leading candidate for a new director of football instead of former goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar.
Nov 22, 12:36
Edwin van der Sar pictured in May 2017
Manchester United 'alerted to Marc Overmars, Edwin van der Sar availability'
Ajax director of football Marc Overmars hints that he and Edwin van der Sar are looking to move on from Ajax in the near future, reportedly putting Man Utd on red alert.
Nov 14, 23:33
Manchester United's Marcus Rashford celebrates scoring against RB Leipzig in the Champions League on October 28, 2020
Thursday's sporting social: Birthday greetings and memorable moments
Former Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin Van Der Sar and ex-England cricket captain Michael Vaughan were among those celebrating birthdays.
Oct 29, 20:00
Edwin van der Sar pictured in May 2017
Thursday's sporting social: Edwin's goodbye letter and Ox's shopping channel
Rory McIlroy welcomed a new arrival.
Sep 3, 17:23
Edwin van der Sar pictured in May 2017
Edwin van der Sar pens tribute to new Manchester United midfielder Donny van de Beek
The midfielder moved from Ajax to Old Trafford on Wednesday for £34.1million, which could rise to £38.5m, on an initial five-year deal.
Sep 3, 09:36
Donny van de Beek in Champions League action for Ajax in October 2019
Manchester United 'handed boost in Donny van de Beek pursuit'
Real Madrid reportedly pull out of the race to sign Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek, who has also been strongly linked with Manchester United.
Jul 9, 08:57
Manchester United's Andreas Pereira celebrates scoring their fifth goal on March 12, 2020
Manchester United 'prepared to sacrifice Andreas Pereira for Donny van de Beek'
Manchester United could sell Andreas Pereira this summer to 'make room' for Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek, according to a report.
Jun 13, 22:37
Donny van de Beek in Champions League action for Ajax in October 2019
Ronald de Boer hints at Manchester United move for Donny van de Beek
Ajax youth coach Ronald de Boer hints that Manchester United could beat Real Madrid to Donny van de Beek this summer.
Jun 13, 17:54
Donny van de Beek in Champions League action for Ajax in October 2019
Tuesday's Real Madrid transfer talk news roundup: Donny van de Beek, Dani Ceballos, James Rodriguez
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for Real Madrid on Tuesday, June 9.
Jun 9, 09:34
Lyon's Bruno Guimaraes in action with Lille's Renato Sanches in Ligue 1 on March 8, 2020
Monday's La Liga transfer talk news roundup: Bruno Guimaraes, Sergio Busquets, Saul Niguez
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for La Liga on Monday, June 8.
Jun 8, 11:34
RB Leipzig striker Timo Werner in action on May 16, 2020
Monday's Premier League transfer talk news roundup: Timo Werner, Hakim Ziyech, Saul Niguez
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for the Premier League on Monday, June 8.
Jun 8, 11:07
Donny van de Beek in Champions League action for Ajax in October 2019
Monday's Real Madrid transfer talk news roundup: Donny van de Beek, Dani Ceballos, Ismael Bennacer
Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for Real Madrid on Monday, June 8.
Jun 8, 09:22
Paris Saint-Germain's Neymar celebrates scoring their second goal from the penalty spot on January 26, 2020
Monday's Transfer Talk Update: Bruno Guimaraes, Sergio Busquets, Timo Werner
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
Jun 8, 06:57
Atletico Madrid midfielder Saul Niguez pictured in March 2020
Monday's Manchester United transfer talk news roundup: Saul Niguez, Kalidou Koulibaly, Donny van de Beek
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer talk for Manchester United on Monday, June 8.
Jun 8, 06:07
Donny van de Beek in Champions League action for Ajax in October 2019
Edwin van der Sar confirms Manchester United want Donny van de Beek
Ajax chief executive Edwin van der Sar confirms that Manchester United are interested in signing Donny van de Beek.
Jun 7, 22:23
Argentina's Nicolas Tagliafico challenges Paraguay's Gustavo Gomez for the ball in the Copa America on June 19, 2019
Arsenal, Barcelona 'learn Nicolas Tagliafico asking price'
Ajax inform Arsenal and Barcelona that the price for Nicolas Tagliafico is £22.4m, according to a report.
May 24, 11:49
Paris Saint-Germain's Neymar in action with AS Monaco's Guillermo Maripan in January 2020
Sunday's Transfer Talk Update: Ainsley Maitland-Niles, Neymar, Lautaro Martinez
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
May 24, 06:57
Nicolas Tagliafico in action for Ajax on September 19, 2018
Paris Saint-Germain 'to battle Arsenal, Barcelona for Nicolas Tagliafico'
Ajax defender Nicolas Tagliafico emerges as a transfer target for Paris Saint-Germain, according to a report.
May 23, 18:06
Argentina's Nicolas Tagliafico challenges Paraguay's Gustavo Gomez for the ball in the Copa America on June 19, 2019
Arsenal 'eye Nicolas Tagliafico in £20m deal'
Ajax defender Nicolas Tagliafico emerges as a transfer target for Arsenal, according to a report.
May 22, 19:37
Man Utd celebrate winning the Champions League in 2008
On this day: Manchester United beat Chelsea to win third European Cup
The match ended in the tensest of penalty shootouts.
May 21, 08:45
Argentina's Nicolas Tagliafico challenges Paraguay's Gustavo Gomez for the ball in the Copa America on June 19, 2019
Nicolas Tagliafico responds to Barcelona rumours
Ajax defender Nicolas Tagliafico suggests that he would be interested in joining Barcelona this summer.
May 14, 12:56
General view of Borussia Dortmund fans at Signal Iduna Park on April 12, 2017
Sunday's Transfer Talk Update: Charlie Webster, Odion Ighalo, Kieran Trippier
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
May 10, 06:57
Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek celebrates scoring against AEK Athens in a Champions League match in September 2018
How Manchester United could line up with Donny van de Beek
Sports Mole looks at how Manchester United could line up next season if they sign Ajax midfielder Donny van de Beek.
May 9, 10:57
Donny van de Beek in Champions League action for Ajax in October 2019
Shirt numbers available to Donny van de Beek at Manchester United
Sports Mole looks at the shirt numbers available for Ajax's Donny van de Beek at Manchester United.
May 9, 10:27
Newcastle United striker Salomon Rondon celebrates scoring against Liverpool on May 4, 2019
Saturday's Transfer Talk Update: Salomon Rondon, Eduardo Camavinga, Dennis Gyamfi
Sports Mole rounds up the latest confirmed transfer news and speculation from across the footballing world.
May 9, 06:57
Donny van de Beek in Champions League action for Ajax in October 2019
Edwin van der Sar opens door to Manchester United Donny van de Beek move
Ajax chief executive Edwin van der Sar opens the door for Manchester United to sign Donny van de Beek this summer.
May 8, 17:57
Marcus Rashford scores for Manchester United on January 11, 2020
Marcus Rashford names all-time Manchester United six-a-side team
Marcus Rashford names his all-time Manchester United six-a-side team, opting to leave himself out of the lineup.
Apr 3, 09:33
Edwin van der Sar pictured in May 2017
Edwin van der Sar eyes Manchester United return
Edwin van der Sar suggests that he would be open to returning to Manchester United in a director role.
Oct 13, 08:33
Edwin van der Sar pictured in May 2017
Edwin van der Sar confirms interest in Manchester United return
Former goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar suggests that he is open to a return to Manchester United in the role of director of football.
Oct 11, 22:37
David de Gea warms up for Spain on September 8, 2019
Edwin van der Sar: 'Manchester United's David de Gea is not irreplaceable'
Former goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar claims that Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea is not irreplaceable at Old Trafford.
Sep 13, 12:34
Edwin van der Sar pictured in May 2017
Edwin van der Sar plays down talk of Manchester United return
The former goalkeeper is the chief executive at the Dutch club.
Sep 11, 22:53
Edwin van der Sar pictured in May 2017
Manchester United 'want Edwin van der Sar as director of football'
Manchester United identify Edwin van der Sar as a leading candidate to become the club's new director of football, according to a report.
Sep 8, 07:39
Ed Woodward watches on during the Premier League game between Huddersfield Town and Manchester United on May 5, 2019
Ed Woodward 'to remain in charge of Manchester United transfers'
Manchester United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward will reportedly remain in charge of the club's transfer plans after deciding against appointing a sporting director.
Jun 13, 07:36
Frank Lampard celebrates Derby County reaching the Championship playoff final on May 15, 2019
Chelsea v Man Utd - a look back at the first all-English Champions League final
Liverpool and Tottenham will do battle in Madrid this weekend, 11 years after Chelsea and United fought for the Champions League title.
May 31, 11:02
Stoke City midfielder Darren Fletcher pictured before a Premier League match in January 2018
Darren Fletcher leading candidate for backroom role at Manchester United?
Former Manchester United midfielder Darren Fletcher emerges as the rumoured leading candidate to take over as technical director at Old Trafford.
May 14, 22:18
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