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Hans India
12 hours ago
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- Hans India
Toby Collyer ready to give 100% for Man Utd next season
Manchester: Manchester United midfielder Toby Collyer believes he is in a good place physically and ready to embrace the challenges that will come in 2025/26. The 21-year-old enjoyed a breakthrough campaign at Manchester United, after making his senior debut in the Community Shield against Manchester City at Wembley. In total, he made 13 appearances in all competitions but his last involvement came in the mid-March win at Leicester City, even if he did feature in the post-season tour of Asia. This was due to injury but Collyer feels he has learned from a spell on the sidelines and is taking that knowledge into what promises to be a demanding close season training under head coach Ruben Amorim. "I think, nowadays, especially with the double gameweeks (we had). Even, sometimes, you have three games in just over a week. So you need to be doing the right things off the pitch, to make sure that, when you're on it, you can give 100 per cent. "There is nothing like the Premier League. The demands it puts on your body, going from the Under-21s, is a big step. But I feel like I've adapted well and I think that is the main thing as I've had a few injuries this year. But I think it's an opportunity for me to learn how my body works. What I can do and what I can't do. What things work for me. "Obviously, nobody wants to be injured but you can see the positives in it. You can always analyse things and see how this happened, like what can you do to prevent it and you learn stuff about your body. So, now, going into next season, I know 100 per cent what I need to do," said Collyer to United's media team. Collyer says he is feeling strong, as he looks to force his way into Amorim's plans for the season ahead, with the pre-season opener against Leeds United, in Stockholm, already under a month away. "It's more of a mental challenge, I'd say," he said about his stint on the sidelines. Especially at the start, when you're not allowed to do many things and maybe not be on the pitch. But it's about getting through it and showing that resilience because, obviously, you have to show the resilience on the pitch. "If you can't show it in the physio room, you've got no chance on the pitch, have you?"
Yahoo
2 days ago
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- Yahoo
Bayer Leverkusen loan could be key to unlocking the N'golo Kante in Man United's Toby Collyer
Bayer Leverkusen loan could be key to unlocking the N'golo Kante in Man United's Toby Collyer Heading into the 2024-25 season, one Manchester United academy star tipped for a breakout campaign was Toby Collyer. Back in 2023, just after United lifted the Carabao Cup, then-head coach Erik ten Hag was seen deep in conversation with Kobbie Mainoo. Advertisement Enter 2023–24: Mainoo, despite an early-season injury, went on to fight his way into becoming a dependable first-team regular. His resurgence culminated in a Man of the Match display in United's 2-1 FA Cup final win over Manchester City, earning him FA Cup Player of the Season honours. And so, following that success, it felt like déjà vu when, after that FA Cup final, Ten Hag was again seen chatting with Toby Collyer. Social media buzzed with speculation. Was Ten Hag ready to unearth another gem? Was Collyer about to enjoy his own 'Mainoo season' in 2024-25? Unfortunately, things did not go as planned for the young Red Devil. Collyer's 2024-25 did not go to plan: Ten Hag sacking and injuries United's early struggles in 2024–25 held back his progression. Ten Hag's dismissal also didn't help his case. Advertisement With the Dutch tactician gone, any progression plan laid out for the midfielder seemed to evaporate. Although new head coach Ruben Amorim was expected to implement the midfielder's progression plan, that did not happen immediately. Amorim's task was to steady a faltering United side, and understandably, taking a chance on an unproven player was not a top priority. To complicate matters further, Collyer then endured two separate injuries (a leg injury followed by a knock) that sidelined him for most of the second half of the season. He did manage 12 senior appearances, including a headline-grabbing debut against Liverpool and a goal-saving late cameo against Fulham, but there's little doubt: 2024–25 was not his season. So what now for Collyer? United are set for a squad rebuild this summer. New signings are expected, and several names could make way. Advertisement Collyer may not be one of those to be moved on as he remains highly regarded at Carrington — but is he truly in Amorim's plans? He could be if the former Sporting Lisbon boss is seeking his own N'Golo Kanté. 'He could do two jobs in one, and his ball retention was different class. You don't get midfielders like him anymore,' former Liverpool Women's manager Matt Beard told the MEN when asked about a team that might benefit from Collyer's services. 'He was sort of like (N'Golo) Kanté for Leicester. You need balance in a team. If you had three Kobbie Mainoos, you can't play them all. You need a combination, and Toby will do stuff Mainoo won't. He will break the play up and get the ball to Mainoo.' Advertisement But it's hard to see Amorim viewing it the same way. With pressure mounting for United to return to their best, team selections are bound to be critical. Reports linking Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney with a move only reinforce the sense that Collyer may find it difficult to break into the first team in the short term. And with Amorim admitting recently that, without European football, he doesn't need a large squad, proven talents will likely be favoured over promising prospects. Another season on the bench will not do for Collyer For regular game time, a season-long loan with no obligation to buy could be the best way forward. Advertisement One can only hope Ten Hag is quick to take him to Bayer Leverkusen. The Dutchman saw potential in Collyer and might know just how to unlock it. The familiarity, combined with a move to a side that still employs a 3-4-2-1 system (if Ten Hag persists with it), could be perfect for the 21-year-old. Collyer could thrive in the Bundesliga. Jadon Sancho and Jude Bellingham have already shown how well English talents adapt to German football. A full season in a familiar system could help Collyer rediscover rhythm, develop further, and return ready to take on the Premier League. If not, he could still be sold for a premium (like Bellingham and Sancho were), funds that INEOS could reinvest to help Amorim build his ideal United squad. Feature image Shaun Botterill via Getty Images Follow us on Bluesky: @
Sinar Daily
27-05-2025
- Sport
- Sinar Daily
Red Devils touch down in KL for Asean All-Stars friendly
Midfielders in the squad are Casemiro, Toby Collyer, Bruno Fernandes, Tyler Fletcher, Sekou Kone, Kobbie Mainoo, Jack Moorhouse, Mason Mount, Jim Thwaites and Manuel Ugarte. 27 May 2025 08:53am Midfielders in the squad are Casemiro, Toby Collyer, Bruno Fernandes, Tyler Fletcher, Sekou Kone, Kobbie Mainoo, Jack Moorhouse, Mason Mount, Jim Thwaites and Manuel Ugarte. - Bernama photo KUALA LUMPUR - English Premier League (EPL) club Manchester United arrived here yesterday ahead of their post-season friendly match against the ASEAN All-Stars at the National Stadium Bukit Jalil (SNBJ) this Wednesday. The arrival of the Red Devils, led by their manager Rubén Amorim with a 32-player entourage on their post-season tour, was warmly welcomed by enthusiastic fans who gathered at the hotel where the team is staying since 5pm. The 13-time EPL champions will also head to Hong Kong. There, they will face the Hong Kong national team on May 30. - Bernama photo Among the goalkeepers on the tour are Andre Onana, Altay Bayindir and Tom Heaton. The defenders include Harry Amass, Dan Armer, Diogo Dalot, Matthijs de Ligt, Patrick Dorgu, Jonny Evans, Tyler Fredricson, Ayden Heaven, Jaydan Kamason, Godwill Kukonki, Harry Maguire, Reece Munro and Luke Shaw. Midfielders in the squad are Casemiro, Toby Collyer, Bruno Fernandes, Tyler Fletcher, Sekou Kone, Kobbie Mainoo, Jack Moorhouse, Mason Mount, Jim Thwaites and Manuel Ugarte. Meanwhile, the forwards include Alejandro Garnacho, Amad, Rasmus Hojlund, Shea Lacey, Chido Obi and Joshua Zirkzee. Manchester United last played in Malaysia in their 2009 pre-season tour. During that tour, they beat Malaysia XI twice - 3-2 and 2-0 - on July 18 and 20 at the SNBJ. The team landed at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) at about 6.30 pm following their final match of the 2024/2025 EPL season, which ended with a 2-0 victory over Aston Villa yesterday. The team landed at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) at about 6.30 pm following their final match of the 2024/2025 EPL season, which ended with a 2-0 victory over Aston Villa yesterday. - Bernama photo The 13-time EPL champions will also head to Hong Kong. There, they will face the Hong Kong national team on May 30. Previously, five national players were announced to join the ASEAN All-Stars squad for the upcoming clash against United. They are Muhammad Azam Azmi Murad (Terengganu FC), Muhammad Adib Abdul Ra'op (Penang FC), Muhammad Haziq Nadzli (Perak FC), Declan Lambert (Kuala Lumpur City FC), and Sergio Aguero (Sri Pahang FC). All ASEAN All-Stars players will be under the guidance of South Korean coach Kim Sang Sik, who led Vietnam to victory in the 2024 ASEAN Championship. - BERNAMA More Like This Newly appointed Real Madrid's coach Xabi Alonso gives a press conference during his official presentation at Real Madrid Sports City in Valdebebas, near Madrid, on May 26, 2025. Real Madrid announced in a statement on May 25, 2025, that Xabi Alonso has been appointed the new coach of Real Madrid with the 43-year-old Spaniard to take over from June 1, and lead the team at the Club World Cup. "Xabi Alonso will be the Real Madrid coach for the next three seasons, from June 1, 2025 until June 30, 2028,". (Photo by Thomas COEX / AFP)
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Extended HLs: Chelsea v. Man United Matchweek 37
Evans and Collyer back as Man United train ahead of Chelsea and Europa League final Take a look at Manchester United's training session ahead of the league game against Chelsea and the upcoming Europa League final, with Jonny Evans and Toby Collyer returning from injury. 1:23 Now Playing Paused Ad Playing
BBC News
07-05-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Ruben Amorim press conference: Manchester United vs Athletic Bilbao preview
Matthijs de Ligt does not have a "big issue" but the defender will still be unavailable for this match and they will check "day by day" for when he will be ready again. Ayden Heaven and Toby Collyer will also not be in the squad. Despite holding a 3-0 lead, Amorim still feels "anything is possible" in the tie and United are only "thinking about winning the game". He added: "It is hard to say [which United will turn up]. We do not know what team we will be tomorrow. Even sometimes during the game we are one team, then something happens and we lose our minds a little bit. But we are improving way we play and we are more confident and ready to face this challenge." On if the quarter-final against Lyon showed they are the only danger to themselves: "It is everything together. If you look at our team, you cannot say today what is going to happen. There are some teams in any league that can understand what a game is going to be like and can control the narrative of the game. We cannot do that. So we have to face the game as one more game. I feel we need to score to go to the next round." On if he still feels this is the worst United team in the club's history: "You have to see the quote in the moment, so things can change. For me, and if you look to the Premier League, I think we are the worst team in terms of results in the league. At the end of the season we can be the worst team in Premier League history with a European title. It will not change anything." Having played in the Europa League as a player, Amorim feels losing the final would "hurt even more" as a manager and they "need to win it", but added: "It is different from coach to player, but we need to focus first on the semi-final."
