Manchester United thread

[bro]

Heinze ignores transfer talk

Reds defender Gabriel Heinze insists he's taking no notice of current media speculation linking him with an Old Trafford exit.
Instead, the 29-year-old has his sights firmly set on leading Argentina to the final of this year's prestigious Copa America tournament.
"Nobody at United has told me I'm not wanted next season," Heinze told the Sunday Mirror. "I have just enjoyed one of the best years in my career [and the team] played sensationally."
Heinze, who made 38 appearances for the Reds in the 2006/07 campaign, has allegedly attracted interest from some of Europe's premier clubs, including Real Madrid, Juventus and Barcelona.
"I know rumours of transfer offers have appeared, but that's not a problem for me. My head is with the Argentina team and the Copa America."
Argentina face the United States of America in their opening Group C clash on 28 June.

 

[biffo1]

i like him as a player he gets gets stuck in so good decision to stay , and is a good part of man u

 

[Nani121]

New setback for Saha

Manchester United striker Louis Saha is expected to be out until November after undergoing knee surgery.

Saha missed the close of last season with a knee complaint as his injury-hit Old Trafford career showed no signs of slowing up.

He has now had an operation on his knee in America and his agent Ranko Stojic has confirmed the France international's absence.

Stojic also revealed that there is now no chance of Saha leaving the Premiership champions before the start of next season.

"Louis has had surgery in America and he won't be on the field now for a few months," Stojic told the Manchester Evening News.

"There is no question that he will be changing clubs.

"He's been unlucky and it is very important now that he gets back to 100 per cent fitness.

"I don't know when he will be able to start training again, but he is looking at being back around November or December. But it is going to be a while."

Saha's injury will likely intensify United manager Sir Alex Ferguson's quest to bring a new striker to the club over the summer.

Reports had claimed that Saha could have been used as a makeweight in any deal, or sold to raise additional funds, but the former Fulham ace will now start on another road back to fitness.


All i can see now is Fergie going out and buying a striker as he is injured yet again!!!

We need a young striker so lets hope Fergie gets one as we will need one!

Currently we have these

Ole
Rooney
Rossi
Smith

With Ole being quite old can't expect him to play every game.

Smith future is unclear as he could leave with Keano interested!!

All in all there are 2 left only so we definitely need a new striker what do you lads think?

 

[Nani121]

Saha back for new season

Louis Saha 'fully expects' to be fit for the start of next season, contrary to earlier claims he would be out until November.

The Manchester United striker has undergone a knee operation in the United States and Ranko Stojic had revealed Saha would be sidelined until the autumn.

However, Stojic is no longer the France international's agent and his current representatives - Stellar Group - have issued a statement on the forward's fitness.

"Louis Saha is exclusively contracted to the Stellar Group who advise the player in all football and career-related matters," read a statement from Stellar Group.

"Louis Saha has absolutely no ties with Ranko Stojic, who has no authority whatsoever to speak on behalf of the player or his management group.

"Louis has successfully undergone knee surgery in America and is now undergoing rehabilitation in the South of France.

"He hopes and fully expects to be fit for the start of the new season and any claims to the contrary are completely false."

 

[Nani121]

look at this seams interesting not to sure as to how much truth there is to it though

 

[aftermath]

The start of the coming seasons fixtures

Fixtures


Tuesday, 17 July 2007
Friendly Match
Urawa Red Diamonds v Man Utd, 12:00

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Friday, 20 July 2007
Friendly Match
FC Seoul v Man Utd, 12:00

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Monday, 23 July 2007
Friendly Match
Shenzhen Jianlibao v Man Utd, 12:00

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Wednesday, 25 July 2007
Friendly Match
Port Vale v Man Utd, 19:30

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Wednesday, 01 August 2007
Friendly Match
Man Utd v Inter Milan, 19:45

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Friday, 03 August 2007
Friendly Match
Doncaster v Man Utd, 19:45

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Saturday, 11 August 2007
Barclays Premier League
Man Utd v Reading, 15:00

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Tuesday, 14 August 2007
Barclays Premier League
Portsmouth v Man Utd, 19:45

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Saturday, 18 August 2007
Barclays Premier League
Man City v Man Utd, 15:00

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Saturday, 25 August 2007
Barclays Premier League
Man Utd v Tottenham, 15:00

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Saturday, 01 September 2007
Barclays Premier League
Man Utd v Sunderland, 15:00

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Saturday, 15 September 2007
Barclays Premier League
Everton v Man Utd, 15:00

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Saturday, 22 September 2007
Barclays Premier League
Man Utd v Chelsea, 15:00

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Saturday, 29 September 2007
Barclays Premier League
Birmingham v Man Utd, 15:00

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Saturday, 06 October 2007
Barclays Premier League
Man Utd v Wigan, 15:00

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Saturday, 20 October 2007
Barclays Premier League
Aston Villa v Man Utd, 15:00

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Saturday, 27 October 2007
Barclays Premier League
Man Utd v Middlesbro', 15:00

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Saturday, 03 November 2007
Barclays Premier League
Arsenal v Man Utd, 15:00

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Saturday, 10 November 2007
Barclays Premier League
Man Utd v Blackburn, 15:00

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Saturday, 24 November 2007
Barclays Premier League
Bolton v Man Utd, 15:00

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Saturday, 01 December 2007
Barclays Premier League
Man Utd v Fulham, 15:00

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Saturday, 08 December 2007
Barclays Premier League
Man Utd v Derby, 15:00

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Saturday, 15 December 2007
Barclays Premier League
Liverpool v Man Utd, 15:00

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Saturday, 22 December 2007
Barclays Premier League
Man Utd v Everton, 15:00

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Wednesday, 26 December 2007
Barclays Premier League
Sunderland v Man Utd, 15:00

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Saturday, 29 December 2007
Barclays Premier League
West Ham v Man Utd, 15:00

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Tuesday, 01 January 2008
Barclays Premier League
Man Utd v Birmingham, 15:00

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Saturday, 12 January 2008
Barclays Premier League
Man Utd v Newcastle, 15:00

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Saturday, 19 January 2008
Barclays Premier League
Reading v Man Utd, 15:00

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Wednesday, 30 January 2008
Barclays Premier League
Man Utd v Portsmouth, 19:45

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Saturday, 02 February 2008
Barclays Premier League
Tottenham v Man Utd, 15:00

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Saturday, 09 February 2008
Barclays Premier League
Man Utd v Man City, 15:00

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Saturday, 23 February 2008
Barclays Premier League
Newcastle v Man Utd, 15:00

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Saturday, 01 March 2008
Barclays Premier League
Fulham v Man Utd, 15:00

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Saturday, 08 March 2008
Barclays Premier League
Man Utd v Bolton, 15:00

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Saturday, 15 March 2008
Barclays Premier League
Derby v Man Utd, 15:00

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Saturday, 22 March 2008
Barclays Premier League
Man Utd v Liverpool, 15:00

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Saturday, 29 March 2008
Barclays Premier League
Man Utd v Aston Villa, 15:00

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Saturday, 05 April 2008
Barclays Premier League
Middlesbro' v Man Utd, 15:00

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Saturday, 12 April 2008
Barclays Premier League
Man Utd v Arsenal, 15:00

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Saturday, 19 April 2008
Barclays Premier League
Blackburn v Man Utd, 15:00

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Saturday, 26 April 2008
Barclays Premier League
Chelsea v Man Utd, 15:00

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Saturday, 03 May 2008
Barclays Premier League
Man Utd v West Ham, 15:00

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Sunday, 11 May 2008
Barclays Premier League
Wigan v Man Utd, 15:00

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[knh4]

Still think we need a forward before the prem kicks off. Not too high on Torres as i just think hes overrated. Would have preferred Klose above all but Saviola would do nicely on a free.
Have to keep hold of Heinze and Smith though as you need these sort of players to compliment the flair of Ronaldo, Nani etc but we should now sell Saha and give his position in the squad to Rossi.

 

[michael1]

i think smith is staying okay ,think he wants to prove that he can play at the top ,as never really had a chance . as for heniz think fergie is stupid to sell him .that is if he is ..?. as for saha dont know if i like him has not really done any thing .but u never know who could turn up before the start of the season.


michael

 

[aftermath]

Eidur Gudjohnsen has said he would love to play for man utd

 

[bro]

Ryan Giggs awarded OBE

United winger Ryan Giggs has been awarded an OBE for services to football in the Queen's Birthday Honours List.
Last season, the 33-year-old won a record ninth league title and became only the second player in United's history to pass the 700 appearance benchmark.
The first, Sir Bobby Charlton - himself a former recipient of the honour before receiving a knighthood - told ManUtd.com of his delight at Giggs' recognition.
"I couldn't have been more pleased if he was a close relative," he said. "Ryan is a fantastic member of Manchester United and the ultimate professional.
"Added to that his marvellous skills and his services to football make him a pleasure to watch. If only he'd have played for England!"
Ryan recently retired from international football after amassing 64 caps over 16 years for Wales.
The honour makes Giggs an Officer of the British Empire, a British order of chivalry. Other United players to receive the honour include Bryan Robson and David Beckham.

Everybody at Manchester United would like to offer Ryan their congratulations.

 

[gasman]

United winger Ryan Giggs has been awarded an OBE for services to football in the Queen's Birthday Honours List.
Last season, the 33-year-old won a record ninth league title and became only the second player in United's history to pass the 700 appearance benchmark.
The first, Sir Bobby Charlton - himself a former recipient of the honour before receiving a knighthood - told ManUtd.com of his delight at Giggs' recognition.
"I couldn't have been more pleased if he was a close relative," he said. "Ryan is a fantastic member of Manchester United and the ultimate professional.
"Added to that his marvellous skills and his services to football make him a pleasure to watch. If only he'd have played for England!"
Ryan recently retired from international football after amassing 64 caps over 16 years for Wales.
The honour makes Giggs an Officer of the British Empire, a British order of chivalry. Other United players to receive the honour include Bryan Robson and David Beckham.

Everybody at Manchester United would like to offer Ryan their congratulations.

A massive well done and many thanks to bro for this informative news, having watched giggs for many years i know his value. A superb player with a superb mentallity and a heart that is his football club a true proffesional.
Well done Ryan Giggs

 

[bro]

Rossi wants United chance

Giuseppe Rossi insists he wants to stay with United and prove he can make the grade at Old Trafford.
The young Italian striker caught the eye in his five month loan at Parma last season, playing a major role in preserving the Gialloblu's Serie A status.
Predictably, Parma have already outlined their desire to keep Rossi next term, either on loan or permanently, while Juventus head a queue of other alleged suitors.
"Joining Juventus is just talk," he said. "I've read about it once or twice but it's not on my mind. My goal is going back to United and being able to cut it."
United have been linked with moves for a host of Europe's top strikers, but Rossi is adamant that he can spare the Reds a further venture into the transfer market.
"My future is a bit confusing with United and I will have to evaluate the situation, but I want to play for them," he said. "When opportunities come along I hope to be there and impress."

 

[elniro]

Rossi's got talent but everytime hes played for United he hasnt been too good, always muscled out by the defenders...defenders in premier league are some of the most physical around.

But it looks like the half year he spent on loan at Parma has probably improved him a lot

 

[bro]

Reds get seeding boost

United have been named among the top eight seeds for next season's UEFA Champions League.
The Reds occupy the final berth in the elite octet, behind holders AC Milan, Barcelona, Liverpool, Internazionale, Arsenal, Real Madrid and Chelsea.
UEFA's seedings are based on clubs' European performances over the last five years as well as the ranking of their national association.
Thus United only occupy eighth spot due to relatively early exits in previous campaigns, barring last season's semi-final defeat at the hands of Milan.
This season's Champions League begins in earnest as the first of three qualifying rounds kick off on July 17, a full 10 months before the final in Moscow.
The diary date for United fans is August 30, when the draw for the group stages is made in Nyon.

 

[bro]

No United bid for Italian

United have not voiced an interest in Sampdoria striker Fabio Quagliarella, according to the player's agent.
The 23-year-old Italian international has been linked with Old Trafford in recent weeks but, although agent Silvio Pagliari claims United are interested, no move has materialised.
Pagliari told BBC Sport: "I know there's some interest from Manchester United. I'm very proud of it, as he is. But United have had no contact with me or with Sampdoria.
"He'd be keen on playing in England, for sure. We have many things to think of, as many big clubs in Italy too are interest in a player like Fabio.
"We can talk about Inter Milan, Juventus, Man Utd, Chelsea - this is no problem for the player as they are all massive clubs."
A host of strikers from across Europe have been linked with United ever since Chief Executive David Gill's admission that the Reds could be tempted into action if the right target became available.

 

[bro]

Rio covets a clean sweep

Having regained the Barclays Premier League title last term, Rio Ferdinand is adamant that United are intent on claiming all available silverware next season.
The England defender is eyeing a clean sweep as the Reds aim to build on last season's near misses in the Champions League and FA Cup and reclaim the Carling Cup.
"Next season we won't be talking about what happened last season," Ferdinand told Sky Sports News. "It's about what we want to win in the future.
"We want to win the league, the FA Cup, the Carling Cup and the Champions League. We know it's going to be difficult, but you've got to set your standards."
Integral to United's hopes of success are three close-season signings - Anderson, Nani and Owen Hargreaves - and Ferdinand is already excited about lining up with the trio.

Already well aware of Hargreaves' virtues from international duty with England, Rio concedes the younger new arrivals are a little more of an unknown quantity - although United did sample Brazilian playmaker Anderson's trickery last summer.
"We all know about Owen," said Ferdinand. "He's a fantastic footballer and is someone who will add another dimension to our midfield that's already great to play behind.
"We played against Porto in pre-season and Anderson played for them. He was someone a few of the lads were talking about anyway.
"I've not seen the other fella (Nani) play. A lot of people say he is very similar to Cristiano Ronaldo. If he is similar to him and he comes half as good as him, we've got a fantastic player on our hands, so it's exciting."

 

[Welshboy Taffy]

Hargreaves ties up Utd move

Owen Hargreaves has signed a four-year contract to finalise his move to Manchester United.

The Premier League champions confirmed at the end of May that a deal had been agreed to capture the midfielder from Bayern Munich.

Reports have put the fee in the region of £17million, with Hargreaves joining Nani and Anderson as new additions to the Old Trafford ranks.

Hargreaves had been a long-term target for Sir Alex Ferguson, who had spent the best part of 12 months trying to persuade Bayern to sell.

With a four-year deal now secured, the England international is happy to have finally completed his move to the Premier League.

"It's been a long time coming," Hargreaves told the club's official website.

"It was probably the worst-kept secret in football, but it's great to be here.

"I think it's great to finally reach a positive conclusion, especially after all the time and energy that's been put in from everyone involved!"

Meanwhile, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is confident he will be fit for the start of the new season.

The Norwegian international underwent knee surgery earlier in the summer, but the veteran striker is hopeful he will be back in time for the big kick-off in August.

"I still have a lot to give for Manchester United, either on the bench, the pitch or on the sidelines," Solskjaer told NTB.

 

[gasman]

Tevez 'rejects' Inter Milan, what next?
Earlier in the week West Ham's Carlos Tevez gave a strong hint that he wanted to join Inter Milan, not least because they have eight Argentinean players in their squad.

However, his representative Kia Joorabchian has been speaking about the 'player's' decision to reject a move to the Italian champions saying:

"Inter put a deadline on the decision and Carlos' heart is really in the Premier League.

"He was not prepared to meet that cut-off point put on him."

Tevez has reccently said that he was keen to move away from Upton Park saying: "I want to join one of Europe's big clubs, that's what I've talked to my agents about."

So according to Kia Joorabchian the player is keen to remain in the Premier League, yet earlier in the week Tevez was talking in glowing terms about the prospect of joining Inter Milan. Something doesn't quite add up here.

Personally I can see three possible scenarios that could see the player remaining in England. Tevez could yet end up at Anfield if the Torres move breaks down, he could end up on loan at Manchester United or thirdly he could remain at West Ham, the latter two options are unlikely.

I seriously doubt the Red Devils will want to become embroiled in any future ownership wrangles over Tevez, that could well be a stumbling block for any loan move and the fee would be another stumbling block regarding a permanent transfer.

Don't rule out a move to Real Madrid.

 

[gasman]

The latest news off the bloggs cant beat a bit of speculation can you.

Michael Owen swap deal on?
Reports claim that Manchester United could be about to sign Michael Owen from Newcastle United. According to the media, Alan Smith will be moving in the opposite direction plus £4m. The Red Devils do need to sign a new striker and Owen has been linked for some time now.

Newcastle manager Sam Allardyce has confirmed that the former Liverpool striker has a release clause in his contract saying that Magpies are powerless stop the player from activating this exit clause.

Alan Smith has been the subject of much speculation about his future after it became clear that the Red Devils were not keen on extending his current contract. It remains to be seen if this latest story has any substance, but it would seem like a reasonable deal for all parties concerned, apart from the fact that Owen has an appalling injury record and United will therefore want to ensure that the player is 100% fit before agreeing to any deal. The medical report on Owen will be crucial.

I'd also add that I'm not convinced Owen is the right sort of player for United right now, yes Owen scores goals, but personally I'd much prefer Eidur Gudjohnsen who is also being strongly linked to the Reds. For me Owen doesn't bring players into the game enough and he doesn't hold up the ball in the same way that the Barcelona striker can.

 

[blackmail]

this thread sucks !