Man United head coach Ruben Amorim has repeatedly highlighted the importance of time on the training ground - and that wish could soon come true.

Like one of those home renovation disasters, Manchester United are finding themselves rebuilding on top of the rebuild. Or at the very least, they're tearing down that new extension they put on the structure last summer.

A prolific striker in Europe's top leagues has been served to United on a silver platter, according to reports.

Cardiff City forward Cian Ashford's 19th-minute striker was enough to earn his side a 1-0 win over Sheffield United in their FA Cup third round match at Bramall Lane.

Sheffield United is targeting a quick return to the Premier League next season but crashed out of the FA Cup with a 1-0 loss to Cardiff in the third round on Thursday. Cian Ashford’s 19th minute goal at Bramall Lane was the difference between the second-division teams.

The third round of the FA Cup kicked off on Thursday with a handful of matches across England. Here is what went down. Everton grind out victory as new era begins Scorer: Beto 42', Ndiaye 90+8'

Key clause puts the Bees in stronger position with Arsenal, Manchester United, Liverpool and Newcastle all said to be keen on in-form forward

Arsenal will not be the only ones in the market for Mbeumo come next summer, though, particularly if his impressive scoring run continues until the end of the campaign. Manchester