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23 Jul 2015 21:29:53
ED's is M.E.N our Marca or can we give some credibility to the Ronaldo reports?
{Ed004's Note - there is no chance}
1.) 23 Jul 2015 22:22:13
Better to put it to bed early than have it partying all night. As always cheers Ed004.
2.) 24 Jul 2015 11:35:08
Be very interesting if Madrid were to sell Ronaldo back to us, can't see it myself. I think Perez would get shut of Benitez before they allowed Ronaldo to leave.
Think we all agree it's the silly season time again.
I'm sure one or two players will still come in for squad balance, be interesting to see how Van Gaal will keep everyone happy with the inevitable squad rotation. Again who knows what our owners,ceo,and manager have planned
15 Jul 2015 22:42:02
Valdes being sold Van Gaal just confirmed
04 Jul 2015 00:17:03
I feel somewhat buoyed that the more respectable outlets are reporting Ramos wanting to leave Madrid. Could any of the Eds tell us if we have made any progress or still at the same waypoint on price to be paid?
{Ed001's Note - if Man Utd make a ridiculous offer, Madrid will sell, but the stories in the paper are all from his brother stirring things up. You just can't tell anything from those, after all his mother said exactly the opposite when she was asked. Right now there is no deal, though contract negotiations are also not done, so nothing is certain. I wouldn't want to put money on it either way, as Ramos could so easily end up burning all his bridges at the club the way it is going.}
1.) 04 Jul 2015 09:06:50
Really appreciate that Ed001 thanks.
{Ed001's Note - you are welcome mate. It is like the Raheem Sterling situation in the beginning, if his brother, who is his agent, keeps pushing, then they will end up with a similar toxic player. So far he is staying the right side of being able to fix it, if Madrid offer an acceptable amount and is not publicly making any pronouncements so they can still backtrack. That is why the stories are coming out from 'sources' so Ramos can still distance himself from them if he ends up staying. There is absolutely no definite step towards him going or staying being taken at the moment, which makes it a horrible situation to judge. The only things for certain are that Man Utd have asked to negotiate a deal but the club are trying to sort out a new contract. Oh and Man City are looking on in the hope of swooping in.}
2.) 04 Jul 2015 10:29:55
Is say that he won't make any public announcement to toxic his relationship with the fans because if Real refuse to sell him then he would not be popular.
25 Jun 2015 09:32:04
Hi Eds,
Few outlets reporting a formal bid in the region of thirty million placed for Ramos. Is this just more hopeful reporting or is there substance? Thanks in advance.
{Ed001's Note - there has been no formal bid placed.}
1.) 25 Jun 2015 11:11:29
So has there been an informal one been placed? ;)
{Ed001's Note - no, all Man Utd bids are placed in a tuxedo since Edward Woodward took charge. He can't abide informality.}
2.) 25 Jun 2015 11:29:48
I like it ed :-)
{Ed001's Note - it shows a certain level of class befitting Manchester United I believe. The courier firms delivering paperwork have complained that it is difficult to do up the bowties though, which has led to the current hold up in transfers as the search is on for couriers who have employees able to do up their dickie bows.}
3.) 25 Jun 2015 11:39:52
Sounds like the sort of thing Woodward would pride himself on.
4.) 25 Jun 2015 11:46:41
Any idea where Ed stands on bids placed in smart casual?
{Ed001's Note - he frowns on it. Should have heard the howls when someone tried to do so with a jacket and jeans. It was an immediate dismissal.}
5.) 25 Jun 2015 12:08:11
So we have connections in DHL surely and still have couier issues? It shows the sorry state of this world
{Ed001's Note - scary isn't it? All that sponsorship money and they can't even find a courier who knows how to do up a bow tie? I blame the youth of today, if they spent less time texting, they would be able to use their thumbs for meaningful tasks.}
6.) 25 Jun 2015 14:12:48
Good on Ed, nothing wrong with a bit of class and refinement! I'm happy to wait a week or two longer, while the scruffs learn to do up their own dickie bows, I hope Ed will inspect for those hideous pre tied ones, and eject accordingly. Shoes must also be spotless as in a military inspection, clean underwear (wouldn't fancy checking that myself though), centre parting a must and teeth sparkling. We could be waiting a while for reinforcements, especially going by the delivery chaps I have encountered!
23 May 2015 18:01:18
Ed had a bash at the search bar and didn't really see any specific names mentioned. Do you know of any whispers on potential strikers or are we going to make do?
Cheers as always.
{Ed004's Note - I have only seen links with Kane, Berahino and Cavani in the press but they all seem very unlikely.}
1.) 24 May 2015 10:06:22
Benzema, Cavani, Ings and Kenedy I think Ed said a while back tho.
2.) 24 May 2015 12:21:30
Thanks lads starting to get somewhat concerned on lack of attention the media has paid to our potential dealings on goal scorers. I hope this is due to Ed Woodward being cloak and dagger.
3.) 24 May 2015 14:38:22
Rooney will be the starting striker. Berahino would be an interesting signing.
4.) 25 May 2015 13:25:46
Throw a spanner in the works? Rooney îs the nearly 30 and on £300k a week? Especially after his performance against Hull? We need a new striker? 8-10 years younger and put him on half of Rooneys wage? OK, he's done a lot for our club, we thank him, move on! Berahino, Ings, Kane? Personally, I'd like Lacazette at Utd next season, but we can all but hope? Also, Inigo Martinez would be an ideal Defender to bring in? Still hoping for Laporte though?
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31 Aug 2015 16:49:02
Ed's or anyone with an opinion. What is the thinking with the Januzaj loan move? I am honestly struggling to see any positive from our point of view. Yes, he was rash and inexperienced but at least he was a catalyst for thinking differently when he played. Grasping at a silver lining Herrera may see more game time. If Adnan can't get a game what chance does youth really have?
1.) 31 Aug 2015 17:24:39
I really wanted it to work out for Adnan but i don't think he has taken his opportunity, even his goal was a bit lucky. I think he needs to find his best position and he won't be given chance to at utd at the moment. Hopefully his loan will make him into a better player, he will grow up and also find his position. As you stated it might mean more game time for Herrera and i would rather keep him.
2.) 31 Aug 2015 17:28:07
You would hope it meant we were doing a deal for Reus but that's very doubtful, maybe lvg just doesn't see him fit in his plans for the season but wants him to go to a good club where he may play more regularly. Also it could mean Reus to Madrid and we get a new no 11 tomorrow (bale) Wishful thinking but stranger things have happened.
23 Aug 2015 17:31:29
As many posters on the site I have given the striker situation a lot of thought. I think the reason we need a new striker so badly apart from the obvious lack of goals is the lack of doubt Rooney has that he will play every week. Take for example Herrera who has numerous competitors in his role, who in my opinion has done nothing wrong but this competition has given us one of the best midfields in the league along with raising the game of each midfielder. This is not reflected in Rooneys game as Wilson doesn't have a hope of game and Chica barely gets a half. Why would anyone raise their performance if they are ensured their wages? This brings us to the possible solution which will have to be a top flight striker and with at least five other clubs in the market for the same the choices are slim. We should pay for the like of the ibrahimovic's and see how we stand at the next transfer window.
1.) 23 Aug 2015 17:47:53
Exactly, RVP nearly made Rooney leave last season and it would be fair to that any decent striker would've done better than he has.
It's easy to judge that when chicha plays we look better and with rooney we look worse. And chicha is a west ham level first choice striker. Rooney needs to up his game, sometimes even a rash yellow card if what one needs to fire himself up.
2.) 23 Aug 2015 17:51:47
And we said that even before the season started. Rooney looks disinterested. He needs a kick up the arse.
3.) 23 Aug 2015 18:30:08
Maybe we should try and buy Suarez purely for the wind up factor
4.) 24 Aug 2015 11:26:59
Van Gaal is going to start Hernandez up top on Wednesday with Rooney playing 60 minutes in the #10 role.
03 Aug 2015 21:24:44
Just wondering what the general opinion is on the £80 Adi Zero home shirt on sale. Would you pay the extra to wear the exact shirt the players wear?
1.) 03 Aug 2015 22:02:35
Whats the difference, maybe skin tight, better quality materials? Can't see it been worth 33 quid more
2.) 03 Aug 2015 22:05:32
What's the difference?
3.) 03 Aug 2015 22:21:08
In the past the club shop sold some of the actual worn players shirts, someone I knew got one of the Neville's. Yes they cost more but great to buy and worth forking out for.
The quality on these may be better so probably worth it but be careful what name goes on the back
4.) 03 Aug 2015 22:49:21
Yea it's down to the materials used. I have never been a believer that the measure of a fan is down to the money you spend supporting the team. I wouldn't mind seeing the two in comparison as I have never touched a "player" grade shirt.
5.) 03 Aug 2015 22:40:09
"Would you pay the extra to wear the exact shirt the players wear?"
But how will you both fit?
6.) 04 Aug 2015 08:09:56
No good for me if the shirts are tight to the skin. Don't think it would do anything for my moobs and beer gut
7.) 04 Aug 2015 12:52:48
Monkeyballs you tyke! I thoroughly enjoy that!
02 Aug 2015 04:03:51
ED004 you have a solid opinion on our transfers what do you think of Ibra signing? Is it just unwrapping the last present and hoping it was that bike you wanted all year?
{Ed004's Note - I think unless we could get Lewandowski or Kane he would be the next best thing. He is probably currently better than both but the other two are a lot younger and offer more pace.}
1.) 02 Aug 2015 11:28:41
I think Ibra could be a smokescreen.
ED, a couple of different sites are reporting that we could be looking at Lucas Moura(RW) instead of Ibra, have you heard anything about this?
Also what do you think of Lucas as a player?
{Ed004's Note - haven't heard anything about this but Lucas is a very good player with a lot of potential}
2.) 02 Aug 2015 11:36:17
He's also only 22yr old, I think he would make a great signing but it seems Pedro will come in for the right side.
3.) 02 Aug 2015 14:35:14
Lewi or kane for me. All others not good enough. And Moura is not good enough.
4.) 02 Aug 2015 15:37:40
He hasn't set the world alight at PSG but he is a very capable player. He is fast, very fast and he has a few tricks up his sleeve, I think if used correctly he could be a great player for us.
5.) 02 Aug 2015 17:53:05
Schmidfield, do you really rate Kane higher than the likes of Ibra or Benzema for instance? What's he done to even be mentioned in the same sentence as Lewandowski?
16 Jul 2015 23:42:10
Ed's many thanks for the info so far (you should be making a fortune at the red tops). The Ramos deal has dragged on too long and the goalkeeper situation is like a Greek tragedy. In relation to the Striker conundrum is it a case of price needs to be right or will we be signing even if it's a kings ransom.
{Ed007's Note - I can't see Utd baulking at the price of any player they really want.}
1.) 17 Jul 2015 08:59:08
Cheers Ed007,
There seems to be a real shortage of proven strikers on the world stage. The exciting European names are there but they aren't 30 goals a season strikers.
07 Aug 2015 23:56:41
Fair play Steve. It's information all the same.
29 Jul 2015 20:53:31
Agree with WAAD on this as he did start his post with "rumour has it". City have sold a few decent players over the years I think people are missing out on Boateng, Negredo and Garcia. All big names who commanded decent fees. Stating something is rubbish is counterproductive and attention seeking hence the disagree button.
23 Jul 2015 22:22:13
Better to put it to bed early than have it partying all night. As always cheers Ed004.
04 Jul 2015 09:06:50
Really appreciate that Ed001 thanks.
{Ed001's Note - you are welcome mate. It is like the Raheem Sterling situation in the beginning, if his brother, who is his agent, keeps pushing, then they will end up with a similar toxic player. So far he is staying the right side of being able to fix it, if Madrid offer an acceptable amount and is not publicly making any pronouncements so they can still backtrack. That is why the stories are coming out from 'sources' so Ramos can still distance himself from them if he ends up staying. There is absolutely no definite step towards him going or staying being taken at the moment, which makes it a horrible situation to judge. The only things for certain are that Man Utd have asked to negotiate a deal but the club are trying to sort out a new contract. Oh and Man City are looking on in the hope of swooping in.}
29 Jun 2015 20:16:39
I'm thinking of applying to be a sly source. What's the criteria? Love it to be true but I can't see Madrid accepting first offer.
12 Aug 2015 13:45:33
Moon big thanks for the post. Greatly insightful on "The system" and the man himself. Top lunch time read.
03 Aug 2015 22:49:21
Yea it's down to the materials used. I have never been a believer that the measure of a fan is down to the money you spend supporting the team. I wouldn't mind seeing the two in comparison as I have never touched a "player" grade shirt.
17 Jul 2015 23:27:58
The reported twenty million is not bad money for a proven player but the current surplus in this position would put me off. I've said it before though we more than have the money to make mistakes.
17 Jul 2015 08:59:08
Cheers Ed007,
There seems to be a real shortage of proven strikers on the world stage. The exciting European names are there but they aren't 30 goals a season strikers.
29 Jun 2015 22:15:11
Totally agree MPez. There's a reason we have an official Diesel engine partner. Time to start spreading the love.