Michel Sakr

Michel is a football journalist based in Beirut who has been passionately following Man United for over 20 years. He is a Law graduate and a member of the Beirut Bar Association. In addition to writing for Stretty News, he is also the Head Writer for The Laziali and a Featured Writer on other websites including Juve FC, and The Cult of Calcio.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Man United CEO Omar Berrada looking dejected
Anxious Man Utd risk losing the man who orchestrated their ‘best signing in years’
Manchester United Chief Goalkeeper Scout Tony Coton is a wanted man, with many suitors reportedly trying to prise him away from Carrington....
Michael Carrick raising his fist in celebration
“A dream to work with” – Carrick raves about Man Utd star who remains ‘massive’ despite bench role
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick almost ran out of superlatives when praising Amad Diallo and his great impact on the club. The...
Michael Carrick looking on
Carrick gives injury updates on two Man Utd stars who ‘weren’t feeling too good’
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick revealed the latest on Luke Shaw and Harry Maguire ahead of the Newcastle clash. The in-form...
Adam Wharton looking on
Forget Wharton – Man Utd can save £100m by promoting Pedri-like teenager
Manchester United have been linked with big-money midfield reinforcements ahead of the summer, but Jim Thwaites represents a cost-free internal solution. The...
Jason Wilcox in the stands
Exclusive: Man Utd told to sign ‘phenomenal’ £200m Premier League duo
Former Manchester United winger Lee Sharpe explained why the club should go after Adam Wharton and Elliot Anderson this summer. The Red...
Luke Shaw leaving the pitch injured
Man Utd have a ready-made Luke Shaw replacement who’s ‘too good’ for academy level
Manchester United have been told they have a natural replacement for Luke Shaw in the shape of Godwill Kukonki. Shaw has had...
Kobbie Mainoo in action for Man Utd
Saturday night update: Man Utd insider reveals what he heard on Mainoo injury
On Saturday afternoon, circulating rumours claimed that Manchester United midfielder Kobbie Mainoo may have suffered an injury. This untimely news ensued less...
Michael Carrick looking on
Another Maguire? Ten Hag signing with ‘rare’ gifts backed for Man Utd revival under Carrick
Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana has been tipped to revitalise his Old Trafford stint under the tutelage of Michael Carrick. The Cameroonian...
Benjamin Sesko celebrates his winner against Everton
Man Utd predicted XI vs Crystal Palace: ‘Unstoppable’ star to make way for Sesko
Benjamin Sesko is finally expected to earn a starting role when Manchester United entertain Crystal Palace at Old Trafford. The Premier League...
Michael Carrick giving the thumbs-up
Man Utd Observers ‘blown away’ by key change Carrick introduced; Amorim’s authoritarian approach revealed
Manchester United have returned to winning ways under Michael Carrick, and close observers would attribute the noticeable improvements to the new training...
Benjamin Sesko and Bryan Mbeumo
Sesko or Mbeumo: Which Man Utd star pulled off the fastest sprint this season?
Manchester United forwards Benjamin Sesko and Bryan Mbeumo both went viral for their astonishing sprints in recent weeks. But who did it...
Michael Carrick on the sidelines
Not only Mainoo – ‘Terrific’ Man Utd star liked by Carrick destined to stay after major U-turn
While many felt that the departure of Manuel Ugarte was a foregone conclusion, several signs now point towards an extended stay at...