Will Schofield

Former Manchester United midfielder Nicky Butt said he was banned from his local recycling centre after staff classified his blacked-out Range Rover as a commercial vehicle and refused him entry. Butt described driving into the facility, leaving his rubbish and being chased by a staff member. Recycle for Greater Manchester said it was sorry about his experience and confirmed that he remains welcome at any of its 19 recycling centres. The report also reviews Butt's successful Manchester United career and later roles in football.

Manchester United are still seeking midfield and left-back reinforcements before the Premier League transfer deadline, despite signing Andrey Santos and Youri Tielemans. Barcelona’s reported interest in Manchester City midfielder Rodri could prevent Real Madrid from pursuing Aurelien Tchouameni, reducing United’s chances of signing him. The report also says Marcus Rashford remains on about £300,000 per week and is entitled to a 25% Champions League-related salary increase under an older Manchester United contract clause, a provision that was abolished for newer deals in 2024.