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The Promised Land | A Manchester United Podcast

Scott Saunders

The Promised Land is a Manchester United podcast brought to you by football journalist, editor and presenter Scott Saunders talking all the latest on the biggest club in England. Taking an approach of "never too high, never too low", a phrase coined by TPL's former co-host, the late Rob Blanchette, the show aims to bring an element of calmness and measured analysis on what we see on and off the pitch in relation to United. Scott has the unique insight of being a fan of the club for 30 years and working in the football media scene for over a decade, and will often endeavour to bring an alternative eye and critical thinking to what's being reported. There's no shouting or over the top reactions, but instead level-headed conversation on all the latest topics for every United fan to enjoy.

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  • July 13 · 24 min

    ANDREY SANTOS OFFICIALLY JOINS MAN UTD! Is he the Casemiro Replacement?

    Andrey Santos has been officially unveiled as a new Manchester United player. Scott Saunders reacts to the news on a big Monday in a bonus episode of TPL, and looks into some clues around how Man Utd might use him going forward given the quotes the Brazilian has given to club channels. Is he United's new number 6? With Youri Tielemans on the way too, it's now easier to see how that could happen...and Scott explains why. Subscribe to the podcast on all major platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThePromisedLandMUFC?sub_confirmation=1 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-promised-land-a-manchester-united-podcast/id1582616846 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0hS1UG1wGf52m2hcQcEZbH And follow Scott & the show on social media: X https://twitter.com/__scottsaunders IG https://www.instagram.com/__scottsaunders TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@__scottsaunders/ TPL X https://x.com/tplmufc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • July 13 · 36 min

    Man Utd to Sign YOURI TIELEMANS for BARGAIN £35m! REACTION

    OUT OF NOWHERE! Manchester United are signing Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa for a fee in the region of £35m - which meets a release clause in his contract. Scott Saunders reacts to the huge breaking news, what it means for United, whether it's good value and why it's super important to let the transfer window play out and give INEOS a chance to cook. Subscribe to the podcast on all major platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThePromisedLandMUFC?sub_confirmation=1 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-promised-land-a-manchester-united-podcast/id1582616846 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0hS1UG1wGf52m2hcQcEZbH And follow Scott & the show on social media: X https://twitter.com/__scottsaunders IG https://www.instagram.com/__scottsaunders TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@__scottsaunders/ TPL X https://x.com/tplmufc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • July 11 · 26 min

    EDERSON DEAL OFF?! Will Man Utd Go for Manu Kone Next?

    Ederson’s move to Manchester United is off (WE THINK?!) after the midfielder failed his medical, forcing the club back into the market at a key stage of the summer. This episode reacts to the collapse of the deal, the odd reporting around it, what it means for United’s midfield plans, and whether Manu Kone could now emerge as the next serious option. There is also discussion on how significant a setback this is, whether United’s recruitment team will have to move quickly again, and what the situation says about the wider shape of the club’s midfield rebuild. Subscribe to the podcast on all major platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThePromisedLandMUFC?sub_confirmation=1 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-promised-land-a-manchester-united-podcast/id1582616846 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0hS1UG1wGf52m2hcQcEZbH And follow Scott & the show on social media: X https://twitter.com/__scottsaunders IG https://www.instagram.com/__scottsaunders TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@__scottsaunders/ TPL X https://x.com/tplmufc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • July 10 · 45 min

    Man Utd’s New Stadium: Good Debt, Bad Debt & How Will They Pay for It? w/ Sub-Prime Goals

    Manchester United have now confirmed the proposed location of a new 100,000-seat stadium as part of a huge wider regeneration project around Old Trafford. But beyond the headlines, the biggest question is the obvious one: how exactly is this going to be paid for? In this episode, Scott is joined by Jamie Bajwa of Sub Prime Goals to break down the latest stadium announcement, the wider Trafford Wharfside masterplan, and the financial reality behind a project of this scale. There is discussion on the difference between bad debt and good debt, the revenue potential of a new stadium complex, and the funding options available to United as the club looks to build for the long term. The episode also looks at whether United can realistically finance a new stadium and still remain competitive on the pitch, why naming rights and other revenue streams matter so much, and how all of this connects back to INEOS’ current transfer strategy and financial restraint. Topics include the confirmed location of the new stadium, the scale of the wider regeneration plans, how the project could be financed, what the earning potential might be, and what it all means for Manchester United’s football future. Follow Jamie on X and Sub Prime Goals on Substack: X https://x.com/thePoS_007 https://spgoals.substack.com/ Subscribe to the podcast on all major platforms: YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@ThePromisedLandMUFC?sub_confirmation=1⁠ Apple: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-promised-land-a-manchester-united-podcast/id1582616846⁠ Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0hS1UG1wGf52m2hcQcEZbH⁠ And follow Scott & the show on social media: X ⁠https://twitter.com/__scottsaunders⁠ IG ⁠https://www.instagram.com/__scottsaunders⁠ TikTok ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@__scottsaunders/⁠ TPL X ⁠https://x.com/tplmufc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • July 9 · 31 min

    Man Utd Agree £50m Andrey Santos Deal! Tchouameni Signs New Madrid Deal ❌ REACTION

    Andrey Santos’ move to Manchester United is agreed, with a £48m fee plus £2m in achievable add-ons, and the deal now moving quickly towards completion. This episode reacts to the signing, why it could be a smart piece of business, how Santos may fit into United’s midfield, and why there is real upside in one of the more buyable high-potential players on the market. There is also discussion on what Santos adds to a young core that already includes Kobbie Mainoo, Leny Yoro, Ayden Heaven, Patrick Dorgu, Benjamin Sesko, Amad and Senne Lammens, and whether that group can realistically mature into a title-winning side by 2028. The episode also covers Aurelien Tchouameni signing a new contract at Real Madrid, why that deal was never truly workable once the wage demands became clear, and what that means for Manchester United’s need for senior midfield experience. There is also an update on Ederson, with questions around the timing and language surrounding his medical, and whether United’s midfield plans may now be shifting again after missing out on both Santos and Tchouameni alternatives. Subscribe to the podcast on all major platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ThePromisedLandMUFC?sub_confirmation=1 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-promised-land-a-manchester-united-podcast/id1582616846 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0hS1UG1wGf52m2hcQcEZbH And follow Scott & the show on social media: X https://twitter.com/__scottsaunders IG https://www.instagram.com/__scottsaunders TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@__scottsaunders/ TPL X https://x.com/tplmufc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices