04 Nov 2013 17:51:35
Who do you guys think is a realistic target for replacing Evra

Dont think Baines is on the radar anymore.

Banter please. {Ed002's Note - I would not rule out Coentrao.}

1.) 05 Nov 2013
I think MU will have one more push for Baines and if that fails again, then I suspect a loan move for Coentrao with a view to a permanent deal in the summer. I think Baines is still very much first choice, but his cost, age and his reluctance to push for a move are obvious sticking points. {Ed002's Note - Real Madrid are interested in cash or part exchange right now Syd - I doubt they will be interested in a loan.}

2.) 05 Nov 2013
Ed002, fair do's, but am I right in saying they wanted cash or part-ex in the summer too but settled for a loan? I think they will want to get rid permanently, but if he wants MU move and MU only want to loan him, with time running out in the window could we see a loan move? It's just i'd be surprised if MU took him on a permanent deal. I know you do not like discussing money, but would he be a cheaper option to Baines? Thanks. {Ed002's Note - In the summer the issue was separating a deal for Coentrau from a deal for Bale. Coentrao will be offered to clubs as part of part exchange deals or will be sold. Manchester United, Monaco and Juventus have already spoken with Madrid about Coentrao as you know, and Spurs still have an interest. He will likely be cheaper than Baines.}

3.) 05 Nov 2013
Would take Coentrao over Baines every day of the week. Whilst Baines has been fantastic for Everton, due to the age and price difference, Coentrao would make a lot more sense.

Ed, you mentioned Konoplyanka as a potential wild card and that we still have interest in Gaitan so it's obvious we are targeting a left sided midfielder, do you know of any interest in any other LW players? {Ed002's Note - Not right now.}