Devils in the Box - A Manchester United Podcast

How do we survive a 24-day gap between Premier League fixtures? By packing our bags and heading to Ireland!In this weeks of Devils in the Box, host Joe breaks down Michael Carrick's decision to take a 25-man squad over to Dublin for an intensive four-day training camp. We look at who made the flight—including academy prospects Jim Thwaites and Ayden Heaven—and who was forced to stay behind in Manchester.Then, we look ahead to the highly anticipated return to Premier League action. Under the Monday night lights at Old Trafford, it's a historic rivalry renewed as we welcome Leeds United. We preview the clash and discuss why a win is absolutely crucial to keeping our grip on 3rd place. Finally, we look at the ridiculous statistical output of our captain. With 16 assists and 24 total goal contributions in the league, we ask the big question: Is Bruno Fernandes the undisputed Premier League Player of the Season?Get Involved:Check out the Spotify Q&A feature below this episode and let us know: Does Bruno Fernandes have your vote for Premier League Player of the Season? And what is your score prediction for the Leeds game?🔴 About Devils in the Box:Hosted by Joe—a former amateur journalist whose impact on the world of Man Utd reporting was roughly as significant as Antony's right foot. Expect honest, banter-heavy, and fiercely optimistic takes on all things Manchester United as we finally start to believe again.🔔 Make sure to hit 'Follow' on Spotify and leave us a starred rating if you're enjoying the pod!

The 2026 summer transfer window is already shaping up to be an absolute rollercoaster for Manchester United with new links popping off daily. In this weeks episode of Devils in the Box, host Joe dives straight into the massive £100m links tying Newcastle United's Sandro Tonali to Old Trafford, breaking down Fabrizio Romano's latest confirmations and Newcastle's potential forced fire-sale.We also take a look around the league to assess the state of our rivals—including Newcastle's Champions League struggles, Liverpool's attacking project, and a wild rumor linking Chelsea's Cole Palmer with a move up North. Then, we break down exactly what Michael Carrick needs to take this squad to the next level, a left-sided attacker, two central midfielders, and a brand new left-back.Finally, we say our goodbyes. Joe runs through the confirmed list of players packing their bags and leaving Old Trafford on free transfers this June, including Casemiro, Jadon Sancho, and Tyrell Malacia.Get Involved:Check out the Spotify Q&A feature below this episode and let us know: Would you spend £100m on Sandro Tonali, or should INEOS look for cheaper alternatives to fix the midfield?🔴 About Devils in the Box:Hosted by Joe—a former amateur journalist whose impact on the world of Man Utd reporting was roughly as significant as Antony's right foot. Expect honest, banter-heavy, and fiercely optimistic takes on all things Manchester United as we finally start to believe again.🔔 Make sure to hit 'Follow' on Spotify and leave us a star rating if you're enjoying the pod!Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/airstream/glam-party

The international break is here, but the news coming out of Manchester United certainly hasn't stopped!In this episode of Devils in the Box, host Joe dives into the massive updates surrounding the future of Old Trafford. We break down the latest from Collette Roche on the £2 billion, 100,000-seater 'Wembley of the North' project, including the crucial Freightliner land negotiations and why we won't have to temporarily relocate while it's being built.Then, we turn our attention to the summer rebuild. With Casemiro departing, who will INEOS bring in to anchor the midfield? We debate the blockbuster £100m links to Sandro Tonali versus younger, data-driven targets like Adam Wharton and Elliot Anderson. Plus, we do a proper deep dive into the tactical tweaks Michael Carrick has made to completely revitalize the squad, before wrapping up with some tentative fringe transfer links.Get Involved:Check out the Spotify Q&A feature below this episode and let us know: Are you in favour of a new stadium being built?🔴 About Devils in the Box: Hosted by Joe—a former amateur journalist whose impact on the world of Man Utd reporting was roughly as significant as Antony's right foot. Expect honest, banter-heavy, and fiercely optimistic takes on all things Manchester United as we finally start to believe again.🔔 Make sure to hit 'Follow' on Spotify and leave us a 5-star rating if you're enjoying the pod!

My blood pressure is finally returning to normal! Manchester United drop points on the south coast after an absolute masterclass in inconsistency from the officials.In this weeks episode of Devils in the Box, host Joe breaks down the chaotic 2-2 draw against Andoni Iraola's Bournemouth. We cover Bruno Fernandes' opening penalty, Ryan Christie's equalizer, and Harry Maguire's absolute meltdown resulting in a costly red card just 24 hours after his England recall.Then, we dedicate an entire segment to the VAR controversy on Amad Diallo. We break down Stuart Attwell's baffling inconsistency, Michael Carrick's furious post-match press conference, and the fallout from former a PGMOL chief. Finally, we cool off with some massive transfer news as Fabrizio Romano drops a bombshell confirming that INEOS have held meetings regarding Newcastle's Bruno Guimaraes.Get Involved:Check out the Spotify Q&A feature below this episode and let us know: Was it a clear penalty on Amad? 🔴 About Devils in the Box:Hosted by Joe—a former amateur journalist whose impact on the world of Man Utd reporting was roughly as significant as Antony's right foot. Expect honest, banter-heavy, and fiercely optimistic takes on all things Manchester United as we finally start to believe again.🔔 Make sure to hit 'Follow' on Spotify and leave us a rating if you're enjoying the pod!Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/airstream/glam-partyLicense code: HZLS8A7GIXSOGRBV

The good news just keeps rolling in for Manchester United! We’re sitting pretty in 3rd place, and to top it off, Kobbie Mainoo and Harry Maguire are officially back in the England squad.In this episode of Devils in the Box, host Joe breaks down Thomas Tuchel's latest 35-man squad and how Michael Carrick has worked absolute miracles to get our boys back in the Three Lions setup just months before the World Cup.Plus, grab your popcorn because the summer transfer rumours are getting wild. With Casemiro departing, United need a new midfield general. We break down the reported transfer battle between Newcastle's Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali. Who should INEOS drop the bag on? Or should the data team look at younger alternatives like Adam Wharton, Carlos Baleba, or Elliot Anderson? Finally, we wrap up with a quick, punchy preview of our Friday night test down on the south coast against Andoni Iraola's stubbornly tough Bournemouth.Get Involved:Check out the Spotify Q&A feature below this episode and let us know: Are you Team Bruno G, Team Tonali, or Team Someone Else for the midfield rebuild this summer?🔴 About Devils in the Box:Hosted by Joe—a former amateur journalist whose impact on the world of Man Utd reporting was roughly as significant as Antony's right foot. Expect honest, banter-heavy, and fiercely optimistic takes on all things Manchester United as we finally start to believe again.🔔 Make sure to hit 'Follow' on Spotify and leave us a rating if you're enjoying the pod!

Welcome back to Devils in the Box! Joe is here, and the vibes are absolutely immaculate. We just brushed aside Unai Emery's Aston Villa 3-1 at Old Trafford, and the Champions League spots are looking very, very real!In this episode, we break down an incredibly vital win that puts us three points clear of Villa in third place. After a pretty sterile, goalless first half, the game absolutely exploded into life. We're discussing Casemiro opening the scoring with a brilliant header, Ross Barkley giving us a brief scare with an equalizer, and Matheus Cunha immediately restoring order.Plus, we HAVE to talk about our captain. Bruno Fernandes dropped an absolute masterclass today, providing two assists and officially breaking the club record for the most assists in a single Premier League season with 16! And of course, we wrap up by praising Benjamin "Super Sub" Sesko for coming off the bench and doing what he does best to seal the 3-1 win. Michael Carrick now has five wins out of five at home in the league, and Old Trafford is a fortress again!🔴 About Devils in the Box:Hosted by Joe—a former amateur journalist whose impact on the world of Man Utd reporting was roughly as significant as Antony's right foot. After a brief stint churning out soul-crushing clickbait for some online sites, Joe is taking to the mic to bring you honest, banter-heavy, and fiercely optimistic takes on all things Manchester United. Audio-only for now, but fully-fledged video content is coming soon!

Welcome back to a tough episode of Devils in the Box following a period of illness to our host! After the sheer trauma of that 10-man Newcastle defeat, I think we all need a little bit of escapism. So today, we are doing what Manchester United fans do best: blindly ignoring the present and obsessing over the future!In this episode, Joe dives into the massive summer transfer rumours swirling around INEOS's war chest, including an €80m pursuit of Yan Diomande and a cheeky £??m swoop for Barca's Balde. Then, we talk about the kid who might save us millions: 15-year-old academy sensation JJ Gabriel. He’s already training with the first team, and the quotes from his teammates and coaches are absolutely mind-blowing. Finally, we break down the pressing need for a marquee centre-back and why Forest's Murillo is becoming a mainstay on the hitlist.👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments! Is 15 too young, or should JJ Gabriel get some first-team minutes next season? And who is your dream CB signing?🔴 About Devils in the Box: Hosted by Joe—a former amateur journalist whose impact on the world of Man Utd reporting was roughly as significant as Antony's right foot. After a brief stint churning out soul-crushing clickbait for some online sites, Joe is taking to the mic to bring you honest, banter-heavy, and fiercely optimistic takes on all things Manchester United. Audio-only for now, but fully-fledged video content is coming soon!Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/airstream/glam-partyLicense code: NPAJNLGC4XQ5JMWJ

Welcome back to an unfortunate episode of Devils in the Box! Well, it was fun while it lasted. Michael Carrick’s unbeaten run has come to a screeching halt after a seriously frustrating 2-1 defeat to a 10-man Newcastle United at St James' Park.In this episode, Joe tries to process the Newcastle reality check without hitting the panic button (we are still THIRD, people!). We also take aim at the exhausting negativity coming from the Class of '92—specifically Paul Scholes' hastily deleted Instagram story calling out Carrick. Finally, we push the noise aside to look at the massive decision facing INEOS this summer: Who should be the permanent manager of Manchester United? We dive into the stats and achievements of Michael Carrick, Julian Nagelsmann, Carlo Ancelotti, Luis Enrique, and Roberto De Zerbi.👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments! Are you backing Carrick for the permanent job, or should INEOS bring in a heavyweight like Ancelotti or Enrique?⏱️ Episode Topics:- Intro: The Unbeaten Run is Over (But We're Still 3rd!)- The Newcastle Dissection: How Did We Lose to 10 Men?- Ex-Player Negativity: The Harsh Reality of Ex Players- The Permanent Manager Debate: Does Carrick Deserve the Job?- The Shortlist Stats: Nagelsmann, Ancelotti, Enrique & De Zerbi🔴 About Devils in the Box:Hosted by Joe—a former amateur journalist whose impact on the world of Man Utd reporting was roughly as significant as Antony's right foot. After a brief stint churning out soul-crushing clickbait for some online sites, Joe is taking to the mic to bring you honest, banter-ish, and fiercely optimistic takes on all things Manchester United. Audio-only for now, but fully-fledged video content is coming soon!

We actually did it! Manchester United are officially sitting in THIRD place after a massive 2-1 comeback victory over Crystal Palace. Because why make it easy when you can give the fans a collective heart attack first?In Episode 4 of Devils in the Box, Joe breaks down the resilience of Michael Carrick's squad, Bruno Fernandes stepping up with a captain's goal, and Benjamin Sesko continuing his lethal goalscoring form.Then, we look ahead to the quick midweek turnaround as United travel to St James' Park to face a battered, bruised, and exhausted Newcastle United side. Can we exploit their massive injury list and extend our Premier League unbeaten run to 12 games? We cover all the latest Carrington injury news—including updates on Luke Shaw and Harry Maguire—and preview exactly how to tame the Magpies.👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments! What are your score predictions for Wednesday night against Newcastle? Will Sesko score AGAIN?🔴 About Devils in the Box:Hosted by Joe—a former amateur journalist whose impact on the world of Man Utd reporting was roughly as significant as Antony's right foot. After a brief stint churning out soul-crushing clickbait for some online sites, Joe is taking to the mic to bring you honest, banter-ish, and suddenly very optimistic takes on all things Manchester United. Audio-only for now, but fully-fledged video content is coming soon!

Welcome back to another episode of Devils in the Box, the podcast where we are actually, finally, starting to believe again!This week, host Joe is putting away the tactical whiteboards and whipping out Omar Berrada’s credit card because it’s time to talk about the Manchester United Summer transfer window. With Carrick steadying the ship, we break down the transfer-linked targets who could take us to the next level.In this episode, we discuss:The Midfield Engine: Why Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson is exactly what we need in the middle of the park.The 36km/h Winger: Scouting Yan Diomande, the lightning-fast youngster tearing up the Bundesliga.The Arctic Wonderkid: Why United are suddenly looking at 19-year-old Gambian defender Sedi Kinteh in the freezing Norwegian league.The Marquee Pipe Dream: Could we actually pull off a Chelsea heist and bring in Cole Palmer as the ultimate Bruno Fernandes successor?The INEOS Masterplan: Why getting recruitment right this summer is the ultimate test for the new regime (and why the days of spending £80m on wingers who just spin in circles have to be over).Plus, before we sign off, we deliver a passionate defence of our ever-brilliant captain, Bruno Fernandes.Make sure to hit the Follow button so you never miss an episode, and share the podcast with your fellow Reds!

Welcome back to another episode of Devils in the Box! Joe is in a brilliantly upbeat mood after surviving the absolute cure for insomnia that was our 1-0 win against Everton. Three points is three points, and with Aston Villa dropping points, Manchester United can actually go THIRD if we beat Crystal Palace at Old Trafford!In this episode, we preview Sunday's massive clash. We're talking about the buzzing atmosphere under Michael Carrick (unbeaten in six!), running through the latest Carrington injury updates on Mason Mount and Matthijs de Ligt, and analysing exactly how Oliver Glasner’s dangerous Palace side could hurt us on the counter. Finally, Joe puts his neck on the line to predict the starting XI—is it time for Benjamin Sesko to start?👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments! What is your predicted scoreline for Sunday, and does Sesko make your starting XI?🔴 About Devils in the Box:Hosted by Joe—a former amateur journalist whose impact on the world of Man Utd reporting was roughly as significant as Antony's right foot. After a brief stint churning out soul-crushing clickbait for some blogs, Joe is taking to the mic to bring you honest, banter-ish, and fiercely optimistic takes on all things Manchester United. Audio-only for now, but fully-fledged video content is coming soon!

Welcome to the very first episode of Devils in the Box! Because if there's one thing the internet was screaming out for, it's another bloke with a microphone talking about Manchester United.In Episode 1, Joe dives headfirst into the chaotic 2025/26 season. We're talking Michael Carrick's incredible unbeaten run, Benjamin Sesko breaking local speed limits against Everton, Sir Jim Ratcliffe's penny-pinching leading to a £44m commercial black hole, and the latest wild transfer rumours linking Marcus Rashford to Hansi Flick's Barcelona. Plus, we celebrate the glorious sight of Tottenham in a relegation battle.👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments! Should we sell Rashford to Barca? Can Carrick keep this run going?⏱️ Episode Chapters:0:00 - Intro: Why another Man Utd podcast? & 25/26 Season Overview (Spurs in the mud!)02:19 - Monday Night Smash-and-Grab: Sesko's 35.3 km/h Sprint vs Everton04:32 - Boardroom Banter: INEOS Profits & The £44m Commercial Black Hole06:36 - The Injury Curse Strikes Again: Patrick Dorgu's Hamstring Heartbreak09:58 - Transfer Rumour Mill: Marcus Rashford to Barcelona for Spotify Subs?14:57 - Outro & What's Next for Devils in the Box🔴 About Devils in the Box:Hosted by Joe—a former amateur journalist whose impact on the world of Man Utd reporting was roughly as significant as Antony's right foot. After a brief stint churning out soul-crushing clickbait some online football sites, Joe is taking to the mic to bring you honest, banter-ish, and slightly cynical takes on all things Manchester United. Audio-only for now, but fully-fledged video content (complete with dramatic thumbnails) is coming soon!Music:Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/jeff-kaale/sunrise