Premier League 2024-25 Betting Guide: Manchester United

Manchester United endured a difficult second campaign under Erik Ten Hag but the Dutchman remains in charge ahead of the 2024/25 season. 

Odds Now have taken a close look at the betting markets ahead of a crucial term at Old Trafford. 

How did Manchester United perform in 2023-24?

A 2-1 win over Manchester City in last season's FA Cup final not only salvaged Manchester United's season but possibly Ten Hag's job, too. The Red Devils meandered to a disappointing eighth-place finish and bowed out of the Champions League at the group stage. 

One bright spark was the emergence of young midfielder Kobbie Mainoo. Captain Bruno Fernandes also stepped up to the plate in the second half of the season, finishing with 15 goals and a club high 13 assists. Young striker Rasmus Hojlund also found his feet after a slow start - his 16 goals across all competitions was more than any other player managed at the club.  

Manchester United odds ahead of 2024-25

Manchester United to win the Premier League - 25/1 (General)

Manchester United to finish in the top four - 21/10 (General)

Manchester United to finish outside the top six - 6/5 (William Hill)

Manchester United to win the FA Cup - 12/1 (General)

Manchester United to win the League Cup - 14/1 (General)

Winning the FA Cup last season likely saved Erik Ten Hag's job at Old Trafford. (Photo credit: Alamy Images)

Manchester United key summer transfer business

Incomings

Joshua Zirkzee (Bologna, £36.5m)

Leny Yoro (Nice, £52m)

Outgoings

Raphael Varane (Released)

Alvaro Fernandez (Benfica, £5.1m)

Anthony Martial (Released)

Tom Huddlestone (Released)

Brandon Williams (Released)

Omari Forson (Released)

Charlie McNeill (Released)

Donny van de Beek (Girona, £500,000)

Willy Kambwala (Villarreal, £9.6m)

Mason Greenwood (Marseille, £26.6m)

Shola Shoretire (PAOK, free)

United's new centre-back signing Leny Yoro has been ruled out for the first three months of the season through injury. (Photo credit: Alamy Images)

What to expect from Manchester United in 2024-25

Don't let Erik Ten Hag's new contract fool you into thinking the Dutchman isn't under huge pressure heading into the new season. It's likely United would have shown him the exit door but for their thrilling 2-1 victory in the FA Cup final back in May. 

In fairness, the Red Devils did have a plethora of injuries to contend with in 2023-24 but nevertheless, their approach (or lack of) was far from convincing for the majority of the campaign.

United have been active in the transfer market, bringing in youngsters Joshua Zirkzee and Leny Yoro for a combined £88.5m. However, the latter is already ruled out for the next three months after picking up a foot injury in a pre-season friendly against Arsenal. Ten Hag will be hoping the bad luck isn't a sign of things to come given the injury woes they suffered through last season.

Hitting the ground running will be vital for the former Ajax manager if he is to remain in the job beyond Christmas. United have already proven themselves an adequate cup team during his tenure, but a return to next season's Champions League is paramount and really, the bare minimum for a club of United's stature. 

Providing they have better luck with injuries and can tighten up in midfield areas, there's no reason why this squad isn't capable of mustering a top four finish in 2024-25.

Captain Bruno Fernandes was one of a few United players who stepped up in the second half of the campaign. Seven of his 10 Premier League goals came in the final 10 matches of the season. Combined with him being United's first choice penalty taker, backing him to finish as their top goalscorer at 5/2 is more than worth a punt. 

Odds Now's Best Bets for Manchester United in 2024-25

Manchester United to finish in the top four @ 21/10 (General)

Bruno Fernandes to be Manchester United top goalscorer @ 5/2 (General)