This ^. Is he a significant improvement to what we currently have, don't think so. Though on the positive side, he has plenty of experience playing in big stages. But I expect some one better for our 1st choice left back. Maybe ok for back-up/2nd choice.

I watched the match between Spain n England this morning. You know just to see how our newly signed player n those who are linked to us perform.

Henderson - He played ok in a deeper role. Was guilty of losing possession I think maybe twice. Always demands the ball and make himself available for pass. I would say he is a raw version of Gerrard. I don't think he should be in our first 11 yet. I hope Kenny knows what is needed for him to improve his game.

Potential signing/Rumour
Mata - Very good playing in an advanced role in midfield. More of a team player n very comfortable playing with team with stressing on possession and passing football. Had a few chances to score. Good skills.

Jeffren - Just ok. Played on the right flank. Did not have significant contribution.

Special mention
Javi Martinez (Bilbao) - I know we are not linked to him. But I'm very impressed with his display. Played in the same role as Xabi and very much reminded me of him. Calm n composed on the ball and controlled the midfield well. Linked up between defenders and forwards.

Walker (Spurs) - He was among the few threats from England team. He is fast n caused problem to Spanish defense. His run on the right created the equaliser for England. Good assist too.

Jones - Not very impressed with him. Look slow and sometimes struggle to turn around.

Yes I noticed some of the fans mentioned his name in Soccernet. Quickly search for him in YouTube. Yup he is talented alright. But I guess based on YouTube standard everyone can appear talented

Well other premier league used to hate MU for raiding their stars likes Rooney, Berba, Ferdinand, Carrick the list goes on. So if we are taking that role now then it must be a good sign.

Yay Nemeth scored twice. Have we sold him...?

Yes hopefully KD knows how to nurture him. I think he needs a good DM partner that can complement his game.

I thought Glenno was already an England international when we signed him. Maybe that explained his ridiculous price.

I see Henderson more like Carrick when MU signed him. Although maybe the latter was a bit better in term of technical ability but I don't think they are really far off in term of talent. And Henderson has age on his side.

Yes like him too, he is competitive. Also jope we can get Adams. Based on my instinct he's gonna be brilliant next season

wonder how the 4 clubs from England were selected? based on what

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Added on June 22, 2011, 3:23 pmI used to monitor him 2 seasons back cause I thought he's the kind player that we needed then. I have to admit that I'm not that excited that we are linked to him now. Given that out financial situation and purchasing power have improved I expect us to go for a more quality player.

But one think I'm sure he'll bring into the team (if we sign him) is maturity and experience.

This post has been edited by farisq: Jun 22 2011, 03:23 PM

Well Maradona had publicly declared Liverpool as his team after Istanbul 2005. So Kun being a good son-in-law will do the right thing, no?

They are doing FOC postage promotion now world wide.

whoa! who is that lad so competitive! sliding tackles in opposition penalty box to win back the ball