Devils in the Box - A Manchester United Podcast

Amazon Documentary, Finances & Stadium Issues

35 min · 17 jun 2026
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Forget the transfer rumours for just a second, because the news coming out of the boardroom today will shape the future of Manchester United for the next decade. In this special episode, we step away from the transfer window to break down three massive off-pitch developments that have rocked the club. First, the cameras are coming to Old Trafford. United have signed a record-breaking deal with Amazon to document the entire 2026/27 season. But is this the ultimate masterclass from the decision makers, or a toxic distraction we don't need? We also dive into the dark arts of Glazernomics as United restructures its debt, freeing up a mysterious £100m. Finally, we look at the Old Trafford Regeneration project and how shifting political landscapes might ruin the "Wembley of the North." What we’re unpacking: * Hollywood at Old Trafford: Breaking down the Amazon documentary deal. Will the cameras attract marquee signings who want to be the "main character," or will this derail the dressing room? * Moving the Debt Mountain: United has kicked the debt can down the road again, but freed up £100 million in the process. Is this our new transfer war chest, or the Glazers polishing the balance sheet for a full sale? * The Stadium Standoff: Why Andy Burnham’s evolving political career could derail the crucial transport and infrastructure funding needed to build the INEOS masterplan. Get Involved:Are you excited for the Amazon documentary, or do you think it's going to be a massive reality TV distraction? And where do you think that spare £100m is actually going? Let us know in the comments! 🔴 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. 🔔 SUBSCRIBE, FOLLOW & RATE!Whether you're listening on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or one of our other many platforms, make sure to hit that follow/subscribe button and leave us a 5-star rating to help push the pod!

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BREAKING NEWS: Andrey Santos signs for the Reds!

Andrey Santos is officially a Manchester United player! In this rapid-fire, 5-minute reaction episode, Joe breaks down the massive breaking news as INEOS successfully raids Chelsea to secure the 22-year-old Brazilian powerhouse. We react to the official confirmation, the reported £50m fee, and what bringing the former Ligue 1 midfield engine to Old Trafford means for the rest of our summer rebuild. Get Involved:How are you feeling about this one, Reds? Is Andrey Santos the physical player our midfield has been begging for? Let us know in the comments! 🔴 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. 🔔 SUBSCRIBE, FOLLOW & RATE!Whether you're listening on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or any other platform, make sure to hit that follow/subscribe button and leave us a 5-star rating to help push the pod!

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EMERGENCY REACTION: United Target Andrey Santos!

Emergency reaction pod! After missing out on Matheus Fernandes, Manchester United have aggressively pivoted, and the new target is a Brazilian unknown. Will Unwin and The Guardian have dropped massive reports confirming United are targeting Chelsea’s 22-year-old midfielder, Andrey Santos, in a deal that could be valued below £50m. In this reaction episode, we break down exactly who Santos is and why United are looking at a rare opportunity from Chelsea's bloated squad. What we’re unpacking: * The Guardian Drop: Breaking down the reports, the £50m price tag, and why we will be fighting Newcastle for his signature. * Some Background: From the Vasco da Gama academy to dominating Ligue 1 on loan at Strasbourg. * The Stats: We look at his brilliant 2024/25 season where he scored 11 goals and became the highest-scoring central midfielder in France. * The Juninho Quote: Why Brazilian legend Juninho Pernambucano called Santos a physical "monster" and claimed the youngster is already better than he was. Get Involved: Would you pay £50 million to rescue Andrey Santos from Chelsea's midfield logjam? Let us know in the comments! 🔴 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. 🔔 SUBSCRIBE, FOLLOW & RATE! Whether you're listening on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or any other platform, make sure to hit that follow/subscribe button and leave us a 5-star rating!

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Fernandes goes to Spurs! What is United's Plan B?

Heartbreak in the transfer market! The dreaded "Here We Go" has dropped, and Matheus Fernandes has officially gone to Tottenham Hotspur over Manchester United. In this episode, we unpack exactly why the deal collapsed and why INEOS's refusal to enter a bidding war might actually be a signal of new discipline at the club. But with our primary midfield target gone, who is Plan B? What we’re unpacking: * The Post-Mortem: Why Fernandes chose Spurs (guaranteed minutes) and why United walked away from the negotiating table. * The Tchouaméni Pivot: Does the saved £60-85m mean United are about to launch a mega-bid for Real Madrid's Aurélien Tchouaméni? * Premier League Alternatives: We discuss other options such as Alex Scott or Sander Berge. * The Internal Solution: Could a fully-fit Mason Mount or academy breakout star Tyler Fletcher save INEOS millions in the transfer market? Get Involved: Who do you want United to sign now that Fernandes is gone? Are you throwing the budget at Tchouaméni, or buying Premier League proven talent? Let us know in the comments! 🔴 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. 🔔 SUBSCRIBE, FOLLOW & RATE! Whether you're listening on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or any other platform, make sure to hit that follow/subscribe button and leave us a 5-star rating to help push the pod!

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The transfer window is absolute chaos, and the midfield merry-go-round is spinning faster than ever. In this episode, we break down the incredibly confusing tug-of-war for Matheus Fernandes, as Matteo Moretto confirms United are pushing back hard against Tottenham's advances after a few days of spurs centric reports. But could United's slight hesitation be linked to Madrid? The Athletic reports that the doors are officially open for Aurélien Tchouaméni to leave the Bernabeu. We debate whether INEOS should drop everything to secure the French powerhouse. What we’re unpacking: * The Fernandes Tug-of-War: Spurs looked to be in the lead, but Matteo Moretto says United are aggressively back in the chase for the West Ham star. * The Tchouaméni Dream: The Athletic confirms he's no longer untouchable in Madrid. Do we throw a chunk of the budget at him? * Vivell's Vision: South American wonderkid Cristian Orozco joins the U21s in Germany, proving Christopher Vivell’s global youth recruitment strategy is in full effect. * The Left-Back Solution: Should United save £40m and trust academy standout Harry Amass to step up this season? * Outgoing Business: Breaking down Onana's loan move to Trabzonspor and what the €1.5m fee means for our wage bill. Get Involved:Who is your priority signing for the midfield: Matheus Fernandes or Aurélien Tchouaméni? And is Harry Amass ready to be our backup left-back? Let us know in the comments! 🔴 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. 🔔 SUBSCRIBE, FOLLOW & RATE!Whether you're listening on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or any other platform, make sure to hit that follow/subscribe button and leave us a 5-star rating to help push the pod!

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