14 Jul 2016 17:21:22
Hi Eds, just wondering if you believe JM about just the 4 signings this summer. If a deal was struck for Pogba would that be it? Or could you see some squad players being added. Thanks.

{Ed004's Note - I think that he will make more than 4 signings tbh}

1.) 14 Jul 2016
14 Jul 2016 18:01:56
He never said only 4 signings I think he identified 4 areas where we needed to strengthen. Then others could possibly come due to others leaving.

2.) 14 Jul 2016
14 Jul 2016 18:16:19
I think Jose is referring to the 'fundamental market' ie Zlatan, Micki, Bailly and Pogba to be first teamers. If that displaces say Mata, Blind, Rojo, Schweinsteiger then we may look to replace them but in essence with squad players. Don't think anyone really seen Bailly so we are still short at CB though I'm curious as to whether Fosu-Mensah could play there. He could be RB, CB or DM from what I've seen but think RB not his best position and likely competition for midfield would be too great even without Pogba.

Jose does like to work with a smaller squad so we could see as many as 9/ 10 players going with say 6 brought in?

Interesting times regardless.

I share most people's view of Fellaini but possibility he may actually suit Jose's high pressing style when adopted. Maybe more so than a very injury prone and frankly very average (in a United shirt) Schweinsteiger?

Think Jose will trim the age of the squad too. Need some natural older leaders in there who've served the club a long time hence Carrick and Rooney safe though neither guaranteed first teamers 100%. Zlatan obviously adds to that though expect likes of Young and Valencia to go (at least one if not both) .

Players moving out for me are:

Mata - will be a great asset to any other side but not a Jose player
Blind - versatility badge may hinder him and not the physical presence Jose needs
Rojos - not good enough
Schweinsteiger - £200k a week not justified on one so injury prone who just hasn't shown his obvious talent in a United shirt
Valencia - 31 now and better options at RB
McNair - not United grade at CB or his preferred midfield.
Jones - must go on his injury record but if we don't sign another CB (which we must surely) then he will be given a chance.
Varela - already gone
Blackett - already gone.

{Ed041's Note - Fellani and high pressing?

3.) 14 Jul 2016
14 Jul 2016 19:38:37
He said he identified four signings and wanted them done early, finished with saying and after they're signed the transfer window will still be open. So say Bale or some other player that will improve the squad becomes available they may be signed also.

4.) 15 Jul 2016
15 Jul 2016 00:05:12
High Pressing - that's what Fellaini does with his elbows no? 😜😜😜.