Jacob Bentley York and Luke Madeira have the latest football news from across Greater Manchester… and beyond

Speaking after their Europa League defeat to Astana, the United boss hinted at his possible return within the next week, defending any claims that the Frenchman has taken liberty of the situation.

Streaming services have started a new trend of footballing documentaries. Netflix’s latest instalment differs from the rest because its focus, at first, is centered on the manager and not the club.

The former Wales international hasn’t played since 2011 when he decided to hang up his boots after a career which spanned 15 years.

When Manchester City lined up against Crystal Palace the other week, it looked as though 11 ice lollies had taken to the field, in their bright yellow and pink kits.

You may have already heard the news that our collective spiritual home, Manchester’s Old Trafford, looks set to receive a serious technological upgrade.

We preview the film Busby – about the past great Manchester United manager Sir Matt Busby.

Bury Football Club, the 134-year-old Football League outfit, is facing a winding-up petition in the High Court, launched by Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC), due to unpaid debts. The case was adjourned on October 16 and is due to re-commence this Wednesday (October 30).

Manchester United meet Liverpool on Sunday, and going into the game a staggering 15 points separate Liverpool at the top and United in 12th just two months into the season.

With just a handful of games played in the 2019/20 season, it already looks like Manchester United are destined to finish their seventh season without a Premier League title win.

Salford City might not be giving their neighbours over in Manchester a run for their money yet, but things are certainly looking promising for the club as it makes its Football League debut.