Summer Ins and Outs

Per request I give you my thoughts on Manchester United’s moves in and out this summer.

Outs

Dimitar Berbatov – It’s been an awful two years together, a massive waste of thirty million pounds and it would be best for both parties if Berbatov left. Unfortunately I don’t think he will, because Sir Alex seems determined to get something out of him. He is undeniably a great player, he just is a poor fit at Manchester United. Technically gifted, smart player who just doesn’t work with the United system and has had too much pressure put on his shoulders. Berbatov’s time at Old Trafford needs to come to an end.

Zoran Tosic – Another massive waste of money from Sir Alex. He scored a goal against Liverpool for the reserves, but apart from that hasn’t even done well playing for Ole’s team. He’s doing well on loan in Germany though, so let him make the move permanent. Again this would be in the interest of both parties.

In

David Silva – A left sided midfielder. It’s the most important piece missing from the United puzzle, a player with a bit of flair who can consistently play on the left hand side of midfield. People say Nani can fill the spot, but he’s naturally a right midfielder. United always play a massive number of games in the season and depth is key just look at Chelsea. If Nani can be stuck out on the right that leaves Valencia and Nani fighting for that spot all season, and both of them need to competition to bring out the best parts of their game. That leaves Giggs on the left who won’t be able to play week in and week out on the left so bring in a guy to allow Sir Alex to play Giggs more selectively. Silva would also take some of the creative workload off of Rooney’s shoulders. He is another guy who will score and create goals in the absence of Rooney.

Any Centre Forward – This doesn’t need to be a Drogba or another Rooney just someone to give United a little more depth up there. Macheda, and Owen will provide depth as well as newcomer Javier Hernandez, all United need is one more player who can score 10 goals in the Premier League. Not asking for another superstar like most are, just someone who will fill a role.

Other Possiblities

Luka Modric – If Silva is too much or unavailable, try Modric for all the same reasons or Hamsik.

Michael Carrick Out – If money really is as much of an issue I fear it is then let Carrick go. We have enough wuality central midfielders if everyone’s healthy in Fletcher, Scholes, Anderson, Hargreaves and Gibson (plus Park’s done a good job in that position as well) so Carrick isn’t a real must-have player. If Carrick performs anything like he did this season losing him wouldn’t be a hit to United at all

Let the transfer circus begin