Only saw the first half, but he just seems to be several steps ahead in terms of his play.
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In the latest episode of the United Hour Podcast, Nik and Imran are here to talk about a frustrating 2 points dropped at Crystal Palace. They then discuss the regeneration of Old Trafford. Finally, Nik is joined by special guest Michael Statham from the Football Oranje podcast - who gives us a more in depth look at our EL opposition FC Twente, and then runs through the (many) Dutch connections currently at United.
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After watching that performance I will be needing a match comp ASAP.
Still would have been a terrible season. No amount of quality players can compensate for a sub par manager, at least not at our level.
Herrera - Mata combination is eye watering.
Hard to say, though maybe Moyes is asking the same question. Have to think under Moyes system where there was such little movement, he probably would not have had a chance to show his real ability. Played a full 90, so not expecting him to start against Roma - going to be eager to see him against supposed strong opposition. Last pre-season against maybe even lesser competition we were struggling.
Just imagine Vidal next to this guy.
I just came a little
I just came a little
I don't think he knows how to play zombie football. He was always looking for the quick forward pass and kept the tempo high. We haven't had someone that could create space for himself like that since Scholes left.
Noticed during the build up to James' second goal, as Herrera was sprinting forward about to pass it to Young, his head swiveled 90 degrees left and then 90 degrees right, while going at near enough top speed, before delivering that inch perfect through pass.
Incredible.
Incredible.
Hands off bitches. Ander is mine
Loved his game. Love him already.
His through balls are ok but they don't have that sting, that zap of Anderson's where the ball just cuts the grass and really goes!
Noticed that too. His awareness is top-notch. Can't wait to see more of him.
This guy was a breath of fresh air. Movement, looks to go forward, comfortable on the ball and happy to carry the ball forward when needed. He had a really good game, Man of the Match for me. Him coming in really shows what we have been lacking for quite a while. If we can get another mobile midfielder to go with him it would be great. Hopefully he can keep impressing like this consistently.
Herrera is going to make our strikers look good, he always seemed to release the ball early tonight.
Hell, if he manages to make Ashley Young be a standout in a game then I can't wait to see what he'll do with RVP.
Vidal's a terrific player, but I feel we'll be taking away a part of Ander's game if we were to get him. We need a proper defensive midfielder, who will allow Ander the freedom to go forward and create. Schneiderlin be my pick.
Or Gonalons, Neustadter, Kramer, or Badelj.
Seriously, just give Ander Herrera the freedom to play. His movement and attacking runs are so dangerous and bring an added dimension to the team. His close control, passing, and vision is very good. van Gaal just needs to develop Ander's discipline and defensive awareness, and he'd be good to go along with a disciplined, defensively capable midfield partner.
Agreed. I've not seen any of the players you mentioned, except Kramer, but if they're dynamic defensive midfielders, then sign em up LVG!
This guy can play that's for sure. Would reserve my judgement till I see him play in the PL but from whatever little I saw (and had seen at Bilbao), it looks very promising.
Agreed. I've not seen any of the players you mentioned, except Kramer, but if they're dynamic defensive midfielders, then sign em up LVG!
Badelj and Gonalons are more of deep-lying playmakers, but both do get around the pitch when defending rather than staying at one spot.
Badelj is a good shout.
I wonder what's moyes thinking right now.
. . . out for a goal kick.
He mightn't know how to use him.
Didn't he blame the players for the poor results or something?
Moyes claimed Fellaini was always Belgium's most impressive player when he watched them, in his World Cup Sunday Times column.
Based on that, I'm guessing Moyes will be wondering why Herrera tries so many cute through balls. Ball on deck don't play to the big man's strengths: get it wide, get it in. That's Moyes.
Vidal would compliment Herrera's game absolutely fine. Vidal is a brilliant all-round midfielder.
Here you go guys...
Missed the game but it sounded like Herrera had a brilliant game, imagine when we bring in another capable central midfielder
Not what I expected from him at all! He has the look of a shy boy, but he is full of character isn't he? Announcing his arrival with a godly shot early in the game and winking at teammates after passes and goals. Fantastic. I might just have a bit of a crush
I always maintained that not buying Herrera and opting for the safer, more predictable option in Fellaini really summed up why Moyes was never cut out for this job.
He looks the real deal.Excellent from him tonight.
Has anyone else formed a massive man crush on this guy?
It's becoming a bit of an issue now, we've got Goggs, Mata, Van Persie and now Herrera who are all complete man crush material.
A man crush is only made ok by it's rarity. This is becoming a bit gay. Sorta hoping we go for De Jong now rather than Vidal or I'm going to end up on annual marches in Brighton.
Please... let's not turn this into a Moyes bashing thread. I've looked a lot into this and there is no substantial proof to suggest Moyes didn't want Herrera.
Staying on topic: I can't believe someone on here said he is the spanish cleverly!
YES! A MIDFIELDER
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