The Promised Land | A Manchester United Podcast

Scott Saunders
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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.

  1. 1d ago

    How Many More Signings Do Man Utd Need? Why Carlos Baleba Makes So Much Sense w/ Adam Joseph

    Manchester United have made progress this summer, but the squad still does not look complete. In this episode, Scott is joined by Adam Joseph to go position by position through the depth chart, looking at where United are now covered, where the squad still looks light, and what still needs to happen before the window can really be considered a success. There is discussion on the left-back situation, whether another addition is needed there, and why centre-midfield still feels like the one area that demands another major signing. The conversation turns into a passionate case for Carlos Baleba, why his profile makes so much sense, and why United still need a defensive, athletic, ground-covering midfielder who can win the ball back, carry it, and pass it. The episode also looks at how complete the squad really is, what the remaining priorities should be, and why one more big midfield move could make a huge difference to United’s ceiling this season. 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 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 And follow Adam's channels: X https://x.com/AdamJoseph IG https://www.instagram.com/adamjosephfootball/ TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@adamjosephfootball Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  2. 2d ago

    Tuchel Proves He Was Never Right for Man Utd & New Signings Reaction w/ Adam Joseph

    England’s World Cup exit has brought fresh scrutiny on Thomas Tuchel, and this episode argues that Manchester United were right not to go down that road. The first half of the show looks at England’s elimination, why Tuchel has to take the blame, and why his latest failure only reinforces the feeling that he was never the right fit for United in the first place. The second half then turns back to Manchester United, with reaction to the signings of Youri Tielemans and Andrey Santos, what both players bring to the squad, and why the club’s midfield rebuild is starting to take shape in a very different way. 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

  3. 3d ago

    OFFICIAL: Man Utd Sign Youri Tielemans (And Karl Darlow) - REACTION

    Manchester United have completed the signing of Youri Tielemans, adding an experienced Premier League midfielder to Michael Carrick’s squad for a great value £35m. This episode reacts to the deal, rusn through what Tielemans will bring to United, and why the club clearly felt his profile was worth adding in this summer’s rebuild. There is also discussion on how Tielemans fits into United’s midfield and whether this is a short-term solution, a smart value signing, or something more significant than that. 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

  4. 4d ago ·  Bonus

    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

  5. 4d ago

    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

  6. 6d ago

    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

  7. Jul 10

    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

  8. Jul 9

    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

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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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  • Creator
    Scott Saunders
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    588
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 134584

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