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Fifa says it may not have the authority to intervene in the Carlos Tevez saga.

Man Utd chief executive David Gill says they are yet to open contract talks with Ryan Giggs, who is out of contract next summer.

The British Government and the FA join forces to press Fifa to investigate third-party ownership of players in British football.

West Ham deny making “inconsistent” statements about the status of Carlos Tevez, who is wanted by Manchester United.

Man Utd keeper Edwin van der Sar reveals that he does not know how much longer he will play for the club.

Carlos Tevez’s adviser Kia Joorabchian criticises West Ham’s conduct over the striker’s transfer to Man Utd.

Manchester United donates some of its Old Trafford floodlights to a non-league club in County Durham.

Sunderland have completed the signing of Kieran Richardson from Man Utd for an undisclosed fee.

Man Utd boss Sir Alex Ferguson reveals defender Gabriel Heinze wants to leave Old Trafford.

Manchester United chief executive David Gill says the club’s attempt to sign Carlos Tevez is “over-complicated”.

Manchester United midfielder Park Ji-Sung may be sidelined until January because of a knee injury.

BBC Sport editor Mihir Bose on the lessons of the Carlos Tevez saga

BBC Sport editor Mihir Bose on the lessons of the Carlos Tevez saga

Man Utd are being taken to court over by a supporter over the club’s automatic cup ticket scheme.

West Ham deny reports that striker Carlos Tevez is set to complete his move to Man Utd.

Jose Mourinho insists the pressure is on Man Utd rather than Chelsea after their big-spending in the transfer market.

Man Utd may be further frustrated in their attempts to unravel the Carlos Tevez transfer saga, BBC Sport understands.

Man Utd may have to be patient in their bid to sign striker Carlos Tevez from West Ham, BBC Sport understands.

New Manchester United signing Owen Hargreaves plans to win plenty of silverware at Old Trafford.

The Premier League insists Man Utd’s deal for Carlos Tevez must be done with West Ham and not his agent.

West Ham striker Carlos Tevez is set to join Man Utd, according to BBC Radio Five Live Sport.

New Man Utd captures Nani and Anderson both sign five-year deals, while Tomasz Kuszczak maeks his loan deal permanent.

Man Utd’s new Brazilian signing Anderson faces work permit problems and may have to wait a year before he can play for the club.

Co Antrim brothers in Old Trafford dream

Fabio Quagliarella’s agent says Man Utd are interested in signing the Italy and Sampdoria striker.

Chelsea are named among the Champions League’s top seeds along with Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester United.

Manchester United remain tight-lipped over claims by Sampdoria’s Fabio Quagliarella that they have made an increased bid for him.

Giuseppe Rossi pleads with Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson to allow the striker to stake a first-team claim next season.

Barcelona star Eidur Gudjohnsen admits he would be tempted by a transfer to Man Utd.

Teddy Sheringham, 41, says he is honoured to receive an MBE and wants to play on for as long as possible.

Ian Botham, Ryan Giggs and Teddy Sheringham are among the sports stars on the Queen’s Birthday Honours List.

Manchester United striker Louis Saha could be out of action until December after undergoing knee surgery.

Man Utd striker Alan Smith warns he may leave if he fails to receive assurances from boss Sir Alex Ferguson.

Man Utd defend their automatic cup ticket scheme which forces seaso- ticket holders to buy ticket for all cup matches.

Portuguese football legend Paulo Sousa says Man Utd newcomer Nani can become one of the best footballers in the world.

Man Utd defender Jonny Evans tells Sunderland he will not return on loan next season and will fight for a place at Old Trafford.

Man Utd goalkeeper Ben Foster needs surgery on a cruciate knee ligament injury and will miss the start of the season.

Man Utd boss Sir Alex Ferguson says he has no idea when he might retire.

Man Utd striker Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has had surgery to eradicate a problem with his knee.

Man Utd’s England striker Alan Smith wants a new contract at Old Trafford.

BBC Sport gets the lowdown on Man Utd’s expected new arrivals

Manchester United confirm Owen Hargreaves will join them from Bayern Munich on 1 July.

Man Utd agree “in principle” deals to sign FC Porto’s Anderson and Sporting Lisbon’s Nani.

Pictures from the winger’s time playing for Wales

Wales captain Ryan Giggs will announce his international retirement on Wednesday.

Owen Hargreaves is expected to complete his transfer to Manchester United next week, BBC Sport understands.

A spokesman for the Glazer family denies reports that they are considering selling Manchester United.

The FA considers legal action against anyone who sold FA Cup final tickets illegally.

Man Utd midfielder Michael Carrick says he would welcome Owen Hargreaves’ arrival at Old Trafford.