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20 Jul 2024 15:44:13
ED002 if you can please- think i saw mason mount mentioned as a player the club will be willing to part with. Is that a possibility and if so any interested parties?
thanks in advance.
{Ed002's Note - Mason Mount (AM) Aston Villa and Spurs consider Mount an alternative to Gallagher.}
1.) 21 Jul 2024 09:26:17
It would be a shame if things didn’t work out for Mason. He’s a very good player.
2.) 21 Jul 2024 09:56:12
I agree Wazza. He’s worth keeping for definite imo.
3.) 21 Jul 2024 10:32:45
I think a lot of people have written him off, that's partly due to him not playing, but also because I think there is still some confusion about how or where he fits into this United team.
The truth is he's a very good player, someone capable of playing several different roles/ positions to a high standard.
If he can stay fit this season then he'll get plenty of minutes and over time I think his best role/ position in our team will become apparent.
Personally I think he is best played as either a No.10 or as a wide playmaker. While he can play as a No.8, I think that he is better playing a No.8 in a three man midfield as one of two 8's rather than as a double pivot with an 8 and a 6.
He might have to wait until Bruno leaves to fully prove his worth.
Either way when we were struggling last season with creativity he'd have been a great option to have and would have helped us out considerably. With Greenwood gone, Sancho throwing his toys out the pram, Amad injured for over half the season, Rashford in terrible form and Antony confirming that he isn't good enough with a second poor season. We only had Garnacho who was in any sort of good form and available, leading to a 19 year old having to start nearly 40 games in a row.
Mount would have been an absolute blessing last season if he was fit. Which while it's a bit of a cliché he will be like a new signing this season.
4.) 21 Jul 2024 10:41:39
I wouldn't think he will be one to leave this summer.
5.) 21 Jul 2024 11:35:54
Many thanks ed002.
6.) 21 Jul 2024 11:56:33
Mount is an amazing player, I just pray he stays healthy and he will show it. Not only his skills can help us but also experience. He knows how it is to lift a big trophy and he was also the best player in that UCL winning campaign for Chelsea.
16 Jan 2024 08:36:20
Quick one for the eds if you would oblige-
vhalovic was a player allegedly on our list before going to juve is he someone still of interest? cheers.
{Ed002's Note - Not to Manchester United.}
1.) 16 Jan 2024 11:02:39
cheers ed002.
2.) 16 Jan 2024 11:02:39
cheers ed002.
3.) 16 Jan 2024 20:03:17
Thank god. He's very average but would cost a good whack from Juventus and would demand big wages.
United need to be much smarter in the transfer market. We need a striker as Højlund is the only option at the club. Yet finding players who are good enough but who won't cost a kings ransom is difficult.
One option I've been thinking about lately is Dominic Solanke, he was highly regarded as a young player, but probably didn't really kick on. A spell at Liverpool after leaving Chelsea seemed to stagnate his development somewhat. He probably needed to step down slightly to play more regular football and keep on developing rather than swapping the Chelsea bench for the Liverpool one.
At Bournemouth though he's really developed into a really good around player. He's a big strong unit who can lead the line and be an aerial threat, he's quick enough and he works really hard and presses excellently from the front. 29 goals in the Championship shows that when given regular service that he can be a clinical finisher. However, the thing I really like about him is how he's a player who brings other players into the game and creates really good opportunities for his teammates. While at 26 (27 in September) he'd be a good player to lead the line for 2-3 years while a 20 year old Rasmus Højlund develops without the pressure of playing every game on him.
It'd mean that in 2-3 years time we'd have a 23/ 24 year old Højlund ready to explode and prove himself with a 29 year old proven EPL striker to back him up.
He wouldn't be cheap, 45-50m most likely. But given what some strikers are going for, I think you'd have to go some way to find a more cost effective option.
I mean options like Santiago Gimenez from Feyenoord is reportedly going to cost 50-60m for a player who has never proven anything in one of Europe's top five leagues. Højlund cost 70m. Brentford want 80-100m for Ivan Toney.
To get any half-decent striker for less than 60m is a tough ask in the current market and only really possible if you take a gamble on a less proven player.
Considering we would still likely be spending 50m on a young player not proven in the EPL, personally I think a similar amount on a known quantity like Solanke would be the better option given the choices available.
4.) 17 Jan 2024 09:28:41
I'd be testing Newcastle and the recent reports about they may need to sell 1 or 2 of their top players and make an approach for Isak. You're right Shappy, to get any half decent striker in is going to cost money but i'd rather pay a bit more and get an Isak than let's say £50M for Solanke.
5.) 17 Jan 2024 12:36:28
Ports they bought Isak for more than 60m, they'd want more than that for him if they had to sell. Either way I highly doubt he'd be one of the players they'd consider selling to free up some funds.
I'd imagine the soon to be 32 year old Callum Wilson would more likely be the striker they would consider selling.
Personally I'm not enthusiastic about any of the potential options. They are either massively overpriced average players, or massively overpriced youngsters with potential.
There seems little point signing another young striker with potential after doing just that when we signed Rasmus Højlund.
Given that we don't really want to spend big on a long-term first choice option who would just restrict and hinder the development of the 70m long term striker we bought last summer. It means we need to buy at that next bracket down, someone who can lead the line and play regularly, but won't block the pathway for Højlund. Being the backup option for Højlund in a couple of years time.
In that case I think we are much better off signing a EPL proven player rather than take a gamble on a player with no previous experience in the EPL. Someone who'd be far more likely to flop, and who given the state of the market will only be marginally cheaper.
It's not sexy or exciting signing players like that, they are known quantities that we already know aren't likely to step up to being a star player for us. However, ultimately every team needs some players like that in their squad.
We've invested big on Højlund, now we need to make sure we do what we need to to to protect that investment. Bring in a player who'll help Højlund develop and not block his pathway while also giving the team what it needs on the pitch when they play.
These are often the hardest signings to find and sign.
6.) 17 Jan 2024 16:17:38
I know you are the oracle Shappy and your posts are said as facts rather than opinions but you’re telling me you’d rather sign Solanke for £50M due to a current purple patch he is in and say he is EPL proven yet he scored 6 in 33 last season and 3 in 32 the season before. Hardly prolific stats is it. If you want to go off purple patches though why not go for Hwang Hee-Chan who’s only 2 goals off Solanke and would be a lot cheaper but that’s not a signing you’d ever consider!
7.) 17 Jan 2024 19:02:48
If our number 1 anorak is suggesting we sign Dominic Solanke then we really have got problems…….
8.) 17 Jan 2024 20:38:21
Shappy have to say your off on a mad one there. ??.
19 Aug 2023 09:44:15
good morning eds- I asked this previously but didn't see the post or reply if there was one so I'll try reposting if ok? is there any interest from us in the young lad marco leandro from santos I think? cheers.
{Ed002's Note - Marcos Leandro (AM/F) With the books balanced after the sale of Deivid Washington and Angelo Gabriel Santos wish to keep hold of Leandro. West Ham had an offer rejected in January and Roma are pushing hard to secure a deal now for this coming January. He was discussed with Chelsea who are now comfortable with Washington. Manchester United and Arsenal attended the U23 World Cup and have both declared an interest, as have Lazio.}
1.) 19 Aug 2023 11:38:57
cheers once again ed 002
have a great weekend!
{Ed002's Note - And you.}
28 Apr 2023 08:40:33
Quick 1 for the eds if possible.
Several suggestions about cassemeiro and a link to bayern munich in the summer: can see the attraction, but asking if there has been any preliminary enquiries for him to any other club- thanks .
{Ed002's Note - Not that I am aware.}
1.) 28 Apr 2023 11:34:26
cheers ed002 for the reply- probably just been unlucky to catch more lazy journo stuff- enjoy the bank holiday weekend!
06 Oct 2022 08:46:49
Question for ed002 if possible-
there are a few, granted clickbait, rumours regarding rashford being linked as a departure soon: is there any substance or just lazy journalism, again . Thanks.
{Ed002's Note - Marcus Rashford (F) has an uncertain future at Manchester United although there has been no final decision. PSG have previously enquired although their interest has drifted away. He may provide an option for Arsenal still. Newcastle and Spurs may well provide options. Right now he would be difficult to sell given he is out of contract in the summer - although the club has a one year option they could invoke - then they potentially end up with another hostage situation. The club is certainly considering options, one of which will of course be a new contract.}
1.) 06 Oct 2022 12:13:54
thanks ed 002 - personally think he may thrive at another club as he seems to have lost his way from the raw exciting prospect we had a few seasons back. Prefer to see him in a different league to the epl as he could come back to haunt usin an arsenal or spurs team.
2.) 06 Oct 2022 13:48:08
It's time to let him go, along with a few others.
3.) 06 Oct 2022 14:56:43
We have several players who are out of contract next summer which we have to deal with. Some have one year options, others don't and would need a new contract offer to stay.
We all have our own opinions on what the club should do.
Personally I'd activate the one year option in both of DDG and Rashford's deals. In Rashford's case it gives EtH another season with him to see if he can tap into that potential.
With DDG I'd expect us to sign a new keeper next summer, but we can't sell everyone. Henderson I'd expect to go and Dubravka might not be signed on a permanent deal. Having DDG for one final year means if the new keeper struggles we have a solid option to play in DDG (even if his skillset isn't ideally suited) .
Dalot I'd give a new deal to, he's one of the few that is on a low wage, we could give him a pay rise and a longer term deal and still find a buyer in a couple of season's time if he doesn't reach the level we require.
Ronaldo, Tuanzebe, Jones etc will leave and that's probably best for their careers.
Fred should probably leave as well, with Casemiro, McTominay and Eriksen ahead of him and the likelihood that we will sing another midfielder. Along with academy players like Iqbal and Savage needing game time it just makes sense to let Fred leave.
Shaw is the one I'm stuck on. He isn't good enough, but if he goes someone will have to cover LB. If Alvaro Fernandez is ready then let Shaw go next summer. If Alvaro needs another loan then keep Shaw for one more year.
As much as we'd all like to boot 10 or more players out the door, the reality is we won't be able to sign enough players to come in and cover.
Some need to stay if only for one more year just as squad players until we are ready to bring in better players in their positions.
4.) 06 Oct 2022 18:42:35
I'd give him a new contract. If in a year we sell him then we would get decent fee.
5.) 06 Oct 2022 19:56:44
Apart from the obvious players like Tuanzebe or Jones etc I think the club should wait till December end and see the performances over time before dishing out contracts.
If he stays and plays like today, happy to keep him.
But 40-50m with 1 year left on his contract is an absolute steal. (That's what PSG were rumoured to offer)
6.) 07 Oct 2022 08:51:59
Backpass
40-50 is cheap imo given what players are going for in the market. If he continuous on current form this year for the full season and under contract to united, think much higher.
The guy at psv is 23 and people talking about 50 mill, honestly nothing better than rash if you watch him. Might go to Italy or even Germany and bulk up his stats but in the pl he will find it a lot more difficult and physically hard to cope with.
Is Anthony twice the player rash is from what you have seen so far. I even think Bellingham at the numbers they are talking about is overvalued and will find the PL a much different animal.
I like Sesko who I think has a huge ceiling and think he is the one if the club was going to make a move.
7.) 08 Oct 2022 13:14:22
Sesko is the one i would go for too!
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03 Jul 2024 09:35:11
Ed002 if you wouldn't mind a little clarity/ opinion
Read a few reports of chords being of interest over a few weeks and is it a possibility with Sancho or greenwood?
I know swaps are top trumps, and video games but could something be done like the militarism/ Sanchez deal?
Thanks in advance.
{Ed002's Note - I have absolutely no idea what you are talking about.}
1.) 03 Jul 2024 10:51:09
I've got a headache from trying to understand what this question meant.
2.) 03 Jul 2024 11:11:06
Oh yeah, I love a challenge.
I believe our feathered friend might be referring to Chiesa at Juve and the Mkhitaryan/ Sanchez swap deal.
{Ed002's Note - Ok.}
3.) 03 Jul 2024 11:12:36
funkypigeon1, have you been on the sauce this early?
4.) 03 Jul 2024 16:54:21
I agree it will be reports of the chiesa/ Sancho swap.
5.) 04 Jul 2024 11:13:37
I did enjoy Militarism playing for us, great player.
6.) 04 Jul 2024 13:37:56
trying to type on iphone, lol
read reports of juve showing an interest in both jadon sancho and greenwood.
Probably lazy journalism, but also mentions us being interested in chiesa. Was trying (lol) to ask if there was anything to it?
The latter sentence should have said that basically swaps are not common and quoted the time when miki went to arsenal and we got sanchez. Apologies for the garble, bloody technology.
02 Jul 2024 22:23:14
Ed002 if you wouldn't mind a little clarity/ opinion
Read a few reports of chords being of interest over a few weeks and is it a possibility with Sancho or greenwood?
I know swaps are top trumps, and video games but could something be done like the militarism/ Sanchez deal?
Thanks in advance.
{Ed002's Note - I have no idea what you are talking about, sorry.}
1.) 03 Jul 2024 08:22:30
Top post funky!
01 Dec 2023 11:05:15
Cl done can't change result and on to the game on saturday- would take a draw now as it is going to be a tough fixture but would like to see ETH switch keepers to give onana a break (his Confidence must be rock bottom) and also see the young turkish lad in action: he will probably be called in when afcon starts anyway.
1.) 01 Dec 2023 13:13:34
Newcastle like us are riddled with injuries. We normally don't get much joy against teams that work hard off the ball but I'm quietly optimistic about Saturday.
I think we're getting a bit of our groove back. All depends which keeper shows up. Having Shaw back is huge for the back 4 too. Hopefully a first league goal for Hojlund.
2.) 01 Dec 2023 13:19:36
Hoping Antony kicks on as well, thought he looked a lot better on Wednesday. Long way to go for him but definite improvement and could cause Dan Burn some problems.
3.) 01 Dec 2023 17:35:32
think burn is out ports-
hope so mumbles agree with shaw comment as well
hope mainoo has a good game and we don't pick up any more injuries because joelinton, guimares are not shy about putting in some harsh fouls. Personally worried more about gordon up against our defenders .
4.) 02 Dec 2023 00:30:33
Hope the ref calls fouls against them, they literally charge into the back of players from minute 1 to 100. don't know how the refs let them get away with it.
I don't know why people think dan burn is a weakness for them, he is always excellent against us, and his size and pace causes problems.
Not many give us a chance, I hope we can prove a few wrong. It will be very tough, but we need to get a result against a genuine team.
5.) 02 Dec 2023 06:51:07
Agree dodgy not many give us a chance snd it is one of toughest away games in the calendar especially under the lights it’ll be lively, but despite result Wednesday we are showing signs of improvement for me, few players returning, few finding a bit of form, few more goals scored we are getting there! We’ll see! Fingers crossed.
6.) 02 Dec 2023 15:01:14
dodgy spot on. one of the most physical teams and dirty teams around, gumarez=s and linton foul all game whilst winning fair battles.
28 Sep 2023 08:48:45
Being from north east I was unfortunate to be surrounded by wannabe mags watching the game last nite. The talk before the goal was about how strong a team to put out in the cup games . Until they won they mainly were accepting of a "weaker team" but then after the draw against us, it changed .
Always thought that a team should play a strong side with minmal changes - just interested in the thoughts of folk on here re- the 4th round against the mags?
1.) 28 Sep 2023 10:12:03
I can see the need to rotate, especially in today's era of playing potentially 60+ games. I know it's always been the case (for the top sides who are in Europe anyway), but the game have never been as physical or intense. I don't think it's sustainable - look at the injuries at not just Utd, but many of the top clubs. You can argue either way, that something needs to change, or that a squad is there to be utilised.
There are increasing issues with fixture congestion and scenarios like the farcical situation where the real Liverpool were playing on the other side of the world at the same time that a team made up of cooks, ballboys and fanzine competition winners were playing back home in one of the domestic cups. A one-off I guess.
As for Newcastle, I imagine we'll drop a few. We play City two days before which you fancy will be our strongest team, then Fulham away four days after. Seems a good call to start with the likes of Martial up front and the youngsters like Pellistri and Hannibal.
28 Jun 2023 12:48:53
With reports of rice 100m, belligham 115m, and caicedo expectedly 80m is there more sense in going for talented younguns in the current budgetry constrained window at united- snippets on taylor booth, tyler adams and ramsey from villa (who had a good season) being mooted. Wonder on the people on heres thought as they could be the next crop?
1.) 28 Jun 2023 13:10:41
You mean trying to sign a young and talented midfielder like Moises Caicedo for £4.5m?
2.) 28 Jun 2023 14:03:50
That's the trick, isn't it. Having a team firstly able to spot these next superstars, then being able to convince the money people to fork out on them as opposed to the more ready-made players we usually go for.
Our scouting network is often mocked but they did recommend Bellingham, Haaland, Caicedo. but the club went for other targets in every case. Seems like these departments are often at odds with each other.
I want whoever Brighton want.
3.) 28 Jun 2023 14:54:50
Bellingham chose Dortmund over us because they had a route to the first team, United didn't offer that apparently.
Never sure Haaland was realistic, no matter what age we went for him, the links to City and what Keane did to his dad would always have been an issue I believe.
Caicedo is one where you don't know how they will adapt, he could have easily crashed and burned on moving to Europe, he could still fail when he moves to a top club with all the extra pressure that brings, just look at Sancho.
{Ed077's Note - people seem to not know that Caicedo had a loan spell away from Brighton, in Belgium iirc, and still took time to get into the Brighton first XI.
Would he have had the same support and patience, not only from the club but also the fans, had he joined us back then? I highly doubt it.
4.) 28 Jun 2023 16:48:13
Your right Ed, is it better for these young players to develop out of the limelight than have the added pressure of playing for a top club.
How many players experienced players rock up up at Old Trafford and struggle. I think we woefully underestimate what it takes to succeed at the big European clubs.
{Ed077's Note - not just the limelight, it's the weight of the expectation and also for some you may just have a better player ahead of you already at the club, and as such never get enough chances to cut your teeth.
Look at Kelleher at Liverpool, or Julian Alvarez at City. They're both good players but have a World class player ahead of them in their position, limiting their chances. Sometimes it can be about timing as well.
And yes it must be beneficial for youngsters to be involved in matches week in week out, train with the first team players and coaches regularly; than to get lost in the shuffle and never get a real look in. Ultimately game-time out on the field is the most important way to improve, IMO
5.) 28 Jun 2023 18:04:05
That’s why a multi club ownership has so many benefits. Not to mention scouting networks and growth of young players. Ed’s are there any rules around sale of players between clubs - pricing to avoid FFP etc.?
{Ed002's Note - I have no idea what you mean. I am sorry.}
6.) 29 Jun 2023 18:48:21
@FP1
I think you’re spot on we have Case and need someone who’ll be happy being 2nd but has the potential to takeover and fill in. £80M is way too much for that role.
The kid at Antwerp would be my choice tbh.
7.) 29 Jun 2023 19:13:27
There are issues for aspiring top teams buying future prospects. Firstly, they need their transfers to yield immediate results if they're going to challenge the teams above them.
Secondly, they have limited squad openings. Thirdly, there are many prospects who simply end up not making it. And, fourthly, the players themselves may be lured by the prospect of immediate 1st team football rather than waiting in the wings. especially if the wings are at a club which has not been well run, like United. The top contenders may be developing up and comers, but they are also out there jockeying for proven top players who can help them fulfill their immediate objectives, like winning trophies. The prospects who actually develop into top players are a bonus.
As good as Brighton are, and as enviable their ability to find younger talent is, Man United is not aspiring to be Brighton.
8.) 30 Jun 2023 08:12:07
100 million if true for Calcedo is a crazy valuation and never worth the investment imo and we should stay away.
We need to get a striker on board and sort out a replacement for maguire and DDG. Move DVB, Maguire, fred, Williams, henderson, telles, bally on as a minimum. We get that done I think its a good window. A 5th signing would be a bonus in terms of someone to provide cover/ rest for cas. can't play a guy who is 31 over 50 games.
Most important announcement imo is to get the glazers out of running the club and start a new chapter.
Other noteworthy news Marcus seems to be making up for the time spent being in a relationship and getting a leg over on everything that moves :)
24 Jul 2024 14:50:08
shappy reading your comments whilst agreeing that selling awb would benefit as he will very likely play limited minutes, you mention that funds for a replacement should equate to the sale price. They simply don't as by shifting other players we could apportion funds from their sales. eg shift sancho 40m awb 15m and 55 m in the pot to cover the costs of important areas recruitment wise and meet regulations etc. The money is of very little or no consequence to fans as the club have personnel to deal with that aspect. you're a bright enough fella to not buy into the journos values of players or the costs, surely! don't believe any figure given by any media outlet at any club and the players probably don't know the true costs.
21 Jul 2024 11:35:54
Many thanks ed002.
08 Jun 2024 08:20:17
He screwed up the opportunity to become a club legend but we will never truly know all the facts to be fair. Best for him to move, hopefully a decent fee for us and a sell on clause just to be wise.
30 Apr 2024 12:09:25
heres another 1 shappy- for quite some time we always parked in akp grounds rear of the ticket office and canal. Earlier this year got told off the attendants that "man utd had taken keys back " and stopped it and the depot from being used . Large plot in very prominent position.
16 Jan 2024 11:02:39
cheers ed002.
23 Dec 2024 13:53:41
no ken you're wrong as I believe they would actually put the effort in- not like some of the current players who I think have ability but not the will to work!
I travel a canny distance to each and every home game and like countless others sacrifice other events to watch utd play. I don't think its a big expectation to want effort. Amorim has a monster job on his hands and as with every other manager will back him and it is indeed early days but like many, I didn't or have ignored the monumental task he has and to the depths we have sunk with the current situation both accumulated over time and recently by our clubs mis management.
23 Dec 2024 10:12:01
yesterday was woeful performance and walked out after 3rd goal went in. There are a few players to stick with but we are no farther forward than we were with any of the other post saf managers. Amorim is new and deserves time but the structure and constraints on transfers etc make it a near impossible task to bring back any kind of glory. City result papered over gorges, not cracks and sjr has not covered himself in the glitter we all hoped with the STILL cack handed running of the club. Football has changed from an enjoyable passtime/ hobby to a vicious mercenary money making game and our club is definately in the top 4 of that. Bring in the younguns, we have prospects and let them fight for the right to be united heroes of the fans rather than the rashfords, sanchos, onanas etc who are overated, over payed and should be overlooked.
13 Dec 2024 12:11:02
biggest concern for me is the keeper.
he has made some good saves but when he's bad its attrocious tbh. Distribution is pretty poor also.
23 Nov 2024 09:03:50
living 20 mins away i know a lot of s'land fans and they rate above all others in last few years maybe apart from their love for amad who is still a hero in s'land. Resigned to him going but would be upset - they also have a high regard for jobe.
27 Sep 2024 17:51:53
I now think its time to part company with eth. Probably a good opportunity would be the upcoming international break but its who we get that is also concerning if it happens.
My personnal feeling is southgate- never
Potter - same
tuchel - no based on potentially upsetting the club even more and neither Zidaine as i still struggle to accept his managerial qualities- a lot will point to Rm stint but gary neville could get them winning!
The guy I would like to see is allegri- I think he could have the mindset to cope well and his record is pretty impressive.