Competition

Originally posted by Sinders:
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Yeah let's drop Scholes his form is way below Veron's <img src="graemlins/houllier.gif" border="0" alt="[Houllier]" /> :rolleyes: </strong><hr></blockquote>

I reckon Sir Alex will start Veron

I don't agree with it though
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Originally posted by An Extremely Boring Man:
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Ok, I'll have a word with Ole then..

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Oh alright then.

Barthez


Neville G Blanc Ferdinand Silvestre


Beckham Butt Keane Giggs


RVN OGS


That's my strongest team, but I doubt it will be the actual team, as I think Veron will play.
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Originally posted by DanishDevil:
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I could volunteer :) ;) </strong><hr></blockquote>

Promises...... ;)
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Originally posted by Davo:
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eh?

I think Rio's an excellent defender, and that you've paid too much for cash for him..

I'm far happier that you've spent 30m on him then say on Duff, Ayala and a full back...are you?</strong><hr></blockquote>

£30 million is a massive fee. Most pundits and posters here reckon Rio's worth £25 million max.

Thing is, Davo, with the Nike money (£300 million over the next 13 years) and the amount of money United generate a season, allied to the fact that Rio is still 23 years of age, it is a long term investement.

I agree that Hyppia and Riise are quality players. A number of other players Liverpool have purchased (relatively cheaply)have been less so.

United are in the position of being "top of the food chain". They don't have to take a risk and hope a player matures and develops into a class act. They can wait and come in for them with a big money offer once he is the proven finished article. It's expensive, yes. But it depends on your budget. Rio's purchase will not put a dent in Utd's finances. The PLC may take a prudent approach and choose not to spend big again this season, but they will be back into the transfer market if required.

As for Duff, if Utd really want him they will pursue him.

The whole economics of world football are undergoing radical change. In the Daily Mail today there was an article highlighting that Utd are now in a financial league of their own in Europe. Collectively Serie A teams made a loss of £450 million last season. Barca and Real have to reign in their spending because of huge debts and are looking to off load rather than purchase players.

In that respect, Utd's policy of not trying to compete with these teams over the last few years has shown to be wise. Utd have developed a broad and sustainable business structure that is not as dependent on TV revenue as other teams. The NY Yankies deal is yet to fully kick in but is conservatively estimated to be worth a potential £500 million over the years.

Utd are in the position where they can pursue any player they really want to now. Transfer fees will fall over the next few years. Utd's financial muscle will grow.

It may not be healthy for a lot of other teams in terms of competition, but the purchase of RVN, Veron and Rio signals that Utd are serious about pursuing the world's best and regaining the PL and CL crowns.
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Originally posted by giggzy:
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watch it mate..


as livvie's assistant, i say..nope she's not available. ;) </strong><hr></blockquote>


:confused: As my assistant, shouldn't you be doing what I say, not the other way round. :)
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------------------ Barthez -------------------

-- Wes ----- Larry -------- Rio ----- Micky --

-- Bex ----- Keano ----- Seba ----- Giggsy --

---------- Ole ----------- Ruud ---------------

Bench: Carroll, Phil, Scholesy, Nicky, Diego.
 
Originally posted by DanishDevil:
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<img src="graemlins/lol.gif" border="0" alt="[Laugh Out Loud]" /> - Are you just going to stand for this , liv?? ;) :p </strong><hr></blockquote>

It's OK DD. Give him enough of the strings, and he'll hang himself.

If delusions of grandeur help him to do the job successfully, I can turn a blind eye. ;)
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Originally posted by Livvie20:
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If delusions of grandeur help him to do the job successfully, I can turn a blind eye. ;) </strong><hr></blockquote>

i'll let you think that iam having 'delusions of grandeur'...but all the time i'll be the one who's pulling the strings :D


giggzy = the man that makes it all happen.... Livvie just takes the credit ;)
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Originally posted by giggzy:
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giggzy = the man that makes it all happen.... </strong><hr></blockquote>

As I said - delusional. :)
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Originally posted by giggzy:
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:D </strong><hr></blockquote>

The idea of fraud flower, is to cover your tracks so that no-one knows you've done it.

Unfortunately, as can't change my original post, people can see you for the conman you are. ;)
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Originally posted by Livvie20:
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The idea of fraud flower, is to cover your tracks so that no-one knows you've done it.

Unfortunately, as can't change my original post, people can see you for the conman you are. ;) </strong><hr></blockquote>


oh yeah??


more like you went back and changed your post...


you fraud merchant ;)
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Originally posted by Davo:
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You sound like Rod sometimes thesedays Livvie...</strong><hr></blockquote>


I think she was more "petal".
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Originally posted by giggzy:
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Actually, if truth be told, I am happy to work for Livvie, as she is a wonderful human being, a great boss, and quite simply, the best.

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Thanks Giggzy.
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Originally posted by Davo:
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Yes

I've seen you use that of late an all..</strong><hr></blockquote>


Yes, I think that one may have rubbed off. But I've used "flower" since spending time in Yorkshire in 1990. Flower/Petal - not a lot to choose really.
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Originally posted by Livvie20:
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Thanks Giggzy, for your great service, without you, i wouldn't be able to do my job.. You are a diamond and a shining example of assitants that 'run the show'

thanks again, flower :) </strong><hr></blockquote>

no probs, liv :cool:
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OK, well that's the mutual admiration stuff sorted. Now down to the business of winning the treble. :)
 
Originally posted by Davo:
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a team that was third best in the league..

Depending on how you look at it.. ;) </strong><hr></blockquote>

also the 3rd/4th best in Europe! where was pool??
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Originally posted by Davo:
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Above you in the league..</strong><hr></blockquote>

yet again another classic post

how many times have you posted this since the end of the season?
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Originally posted by RUDDY:
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yet again another classic post

how many times have you posted this since the end of the season?</strong><hr></blockquote>

The above poster seemed to have forgot it

You're in a bit of a mood this morning Ruddy....
Have your contacts at OT given you some bad news?
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Originally posted by Davo:
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The above poster seemed to have forgot it

You're in a bit of a mood this morning Ruddy....
Have your contacts at OT given you some bad news?</strong><hr></blockquote>

no just want some footballing banter mate

cant wait for the start of the season
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Originally posted by RUDDY:
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no just want some footballing banter mate

cant wait for the start of the season</strong><hr></blockquote>

Well stop whining then..

'kin Manc ponce.. ;)
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Originally posted by Davo:
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Well stop whining then..

'kin Manc ponce.. ;) </strong><hr></blockquote>

<img src="graemlins/lol.gif" border="0" alt="[Laugh Out Loud]" />

so will you be having another wild celebration if you retain your charity shield?

bindipping cnut
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Originally posted by RUDDY:
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<img src="graemlins/lol.gif" border="0" alt="[Laugh Out Loud]" />

so will you be having another wild celebration if you retain your charity shield?

bindipping cnut</strong><hr></blockquote>

I'd prefer us to win it than lose it..

I really enjoyed us winning it last year...and the banter in the boozer after with the Mancs..

Or "Manc Losers" as they were known.. ;)
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Originally posted by Davo:
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I'd prefer us to win it than lose it..

I really enjoyed us winning it last year...and the banter in the boozer after with the Mancs..

Or "Manc Losers" as they were known.. ;) </strong><hr></blockquote>

yea good game that one

another packed pool 18 yard box

must say i liked the fa cup game better after ole scored and that scouse pussy was on the big screen in the pub crying his eyes out

good banter after that one
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Originally posted by RUDDY:
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yea good game that one

another packed pool 18 yard box

must say i liked the fa cup game better after ole scored and that scouse pussy was on the big screen in the pub crying his eyes out

good banter after that one</strong><hr></blockquote>

I bet

Long time ago that one..

Things are different thesedays
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Originally posted by Davo:
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I bet

Long time ago that one..

Things are different thesedays</strong><hr></blockquote>

not this season dipper

nov 30th

just one more game,remember when we won the title at your place,bet that hurt
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Originally posted by RUDDY:
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not this season dipper

nov 30th

just one more game,remember when we won the title at your place,bet that hurt</strong><hr></blockquote>

Doesn't he sound like a young lchk?
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