Friday, 3 August 2012
Man United to Spend Money
United prepare to spend againSir Alex Ferguson
could be about to spend up to a further £40million in the transfer
market this summer, according to Manchester United's chief operating
officer. Speaking in a 36-minute video presentation that is being shown
to investors on the club's global marketing roadshow ahead of a proposed
flotation on the New York Stock Exchange, Michael Bolingbroke has given
the firmest indication yet that there will be more significant spending
at Old Trafford before the close of the transfer window at the end of
this month. Bolingbroke told investors that while United believe their
average net spend of between £20m and £25m per year over the last 10 to
15 years was "sufficient going forward as a guide", the club was "giving
guidance at the moment that the current transfer period could result in
net expenditure nearer £40m".Although United have already paid down
about £15m to sign Shinji Kagawa and Nick Powell from Borussia Dortmund
and Crewe Alexandra respectively, the club are on course to largely
offset that sum through sales, meaning more big-money arrivals are
anticipated.
Sahin Linked with United.
Marca reckons United have joined the chase to sign Real Madrid midfielder Nuri Sahin.
The Turk doesn't fit into Jose Mourinho's plans but the Spanish
champions will only a sanction a loan move. This interests Arsenal and
Spurs but Sir Alex would reportedly only countenance a permanent deal
for obvious reasons.
Rio hails Scholes influence
Scholes has featured in all three games and his presence in training will have benefitted the likes of Ryan Tunnicliffe, Davide Petrucci and new signing Nick Powell enormously.
The 37-year-old reversed his decision to retire in January and, having signed a new deal in May, he’ll continue to impart his experience on the side for at least another season.Ferdinand told DHLTour2012.com: "'Sat Nav' Scholes has it all – it's a great opportunity for the young players to learn from someone who has honed his craft for years and can still do it at the top level.
"To think he had a period out and can still come back and play is phenomenal. He's a shining light for all the players to look up to. Long may he continue playing!"
Sir Alex is also thrilled still to be able to count on the midfield maestro’s services, but knows he can’t go on for ever.
"A year ago, he was coaching my Reserves team," the Reds boss said. "Now he's back playing and everybody attached to United is absolutely delighted because he's such a fantastic player.
"In the long term, trying to replace Paul is a different issue all together. It's going to be very, very difficult. To replace a great player like that would be hard for anyone."
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Anders Sign a New Deal At United
The Denmark international, 28, signed for the Reds in January 2011
after agreeing a deal the previous month. His debut arrived soon after,
in an FA Cup fourth round tie against Southampton at St Mary's.
Lindegaard has since played 13 times for United and looked sharp on each outing. A string of confident performances even helped him displace David De Gea from the number one spot in January 2012. But his status as Sir Alex's first choice was unfortunately brief; a knee injury sustained in training ended his season prematurely.
Fully fit again and, judging by his performances on the DHL Tour, in fine form, Lindegaard says he's delighted to put pen to paper on a new four-year deal.
"I'm very pleased to have signed a new contract," he said. "I'm glad and proud that the manager has shown the confidence he has in me by giving me a new deal.
"There is nowhere in the world I would rather be than right here. The competition for places is tough, as it should be in a club like this. It only makes us better as individuals and, more importantly, stronger as a team.
"It's what I have dreamt of all my life and nothing makes me more proud than wearing the Manchester United badge.”
Sir Alex acknowledged Lindegaard's development and admitted the Dane has the potential to pose him a
number of selection dilemmas in the forthcoming campaign.
"Anders is still relatively young for a goalkeeper but he has come on leaps and bounds since joining us last year," the manager said.
"There is healthy competition in the goalkeeping department, which is always good for the team, albeit a headache for me!
"I am delighted he has signed a new contract and also delighted to see that he has clearly returned from the summer break in good shape after the disappointment of suffering an injury last season.”
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Lindegaard has since played 13 times for United and looked sharp on each outing. A string of confident performances even helped him displace David De Gea from the number one spot in January 2012. But his status as Sir Alex's first choice was unfortunately brief; a knee injury sustained in training ended his season prematurely.
Fully fit again and, judging by his performances on the DHL Tour, in fine form, Lindegaard says he's delighted to put pen to paper on a new four-year deal.
"I'm very pleased to have signed a new contract," he said. "I'm glad and proud that the manager has shown the confidence he has in me by giving me a new deal.
"There is nowhere in the world I would rather be than right here. The competition for places is tough, as it should be in a club like this. It only makes us better as individuals and, more importantly, stronger as a team.
"It's what I have dreamt of all my life and nothing makes me more proud than wearing the Manchester United badge.”
Sir Alex acknowledged Lindegaard's development and admitted the Dane has the potential to pose him a
number of selection dilemmas in the forthcoming campaign.
"Anders is still relatively young for a goalkeeper but he has come on leaps and bounds since joining us last year," the manager said.
"There is healthy competition in the goalkeeping department, which is always good for the team, albeit a headache for me!
"I am delighted he has signed a new contract and also delighted to see that he has clearly returned from the summer break in good shape after the disappointment of suffering an injury last season.”
Taken at www.manutd.com
Thursday, 2 August 2012
Juventus agreed a deal For RVP?
Manchester United's
pursuit of Robin van Persie has taken a bizarre twist with an Italian
agent claiming that the Arsenal forward has already agreed a deal with
Juventus.
Sir Alex Ferguson has confirmed that a bid has been made for the Dutchman, but Manchester City and Juventus have also registered their interest. I think that Manchester City is out of the race to sign RVP and i think that Only United and Juventus is Left...
Sir Alex Ferguson has confirmed that a bid has been made for the Dutchman, but Manchester City and Juventus have also registered their interest. I think that Manchester City is out of the race to sign RVP and i think that Only United and Juventus is Left...
Wednesday, 1 August 2012
United Close in on Victor Wanyama
Manchester United are to send scouts to watch Celtic defensive midfielder Victor Wanyama
this evening. The SPL champions take on HJK Helsinki in a Champions
League qualifier at Parkhead and scouts from Old Trafford are expected
to be at the game.
United have had Wanyama watched in Celtic’s recent games with Norwich City and Inter Milan.
Wanyama is keen on a move to the Premier League after spending the end of last season playing in the back four instead of in his preferred role of defensive midfield.
Celtic signed Wanyama last summer from Belgian side Beerschot for £900,000 but after a successful first season in Scotland he is now valued at £7million.
Arsenal and QPR have also shown some interest in the Kenya international and the Gunners are expected to have a scout at tonight’s game.
United have had Wanyama watched in Celtic’s recent games with Norwich City and Inter Milan.
Wanyama is keen on a move to the Premier League after spending the end of last season playing in the back four instead of in his preferred role of defensive midfield.
Celtic signed Wanyama last summer from Belgian side Beerschot for £900,000 but after a successful first season in Scotland he is now valued at £7million.
Arsenal and QPR have also shown some interest in the Kenya international and the Gunners are expected to have a scout at tonight’s game.
Sao Paulo are ready to end Moura Talk
Sao Paulo are ready to end Manchester United’s pursuit of Lucas Moura by offering the Brazilian starlet a bumper new deal.
Sir Alex Ferguson is hoping to complete the signing of the 19-year-old midfielder before the start of the season.
But Sao Paulo have already rejected two bids for their prize asset and now hope to extend his current contract.
The Brazilian club’s director of football Adalberto Baptista said: "It's possible we change his contract.
"He has four more years of contract. We may call him to extend, renegotiate his contract, maybe for 18 more months.”
Moura’s complicated contract alters as of Wednesday, meaning he is entitled to 30 percent of any transfer fee if he leaves Sao Paulo.
United are understood to have already had a bid of £29m rejected.
Sir Alex Ferguson is hoping to complete the signing of the 19-year-old midfielder before the start of the season.
But Sao Paulo have already rejected two bids for their prize asset and now hope to extend his current contract.
The Brazilian club’s director of football Adalberto Baptista said: "It's possible we change his contract.
"He has four more years of contract. We may call him to extend, renegotiate his contract, maybe for 18 more months.”
Moura’s complicated contract alters as of Wednesday, meaning he is entitled to 30 percent of any transfer fee if he leaves Sao Paulo.
United are understood to have already had a bid of £29m rejected.
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