Imagine what'd happen to United if they're just making bids as a PR tactic and Barcelona accept one of them.
Press Conference Thread 2013/2014
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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.
Bidding for Fabregas was a PR stunt? Get a fecking grip. The hatred for the club I see here is as bad as something I expect from RAWK.
Hard to fathom the way people are willing to think badly of their own club?
Well, that's not hatred is it. It might be a stupid comment, inspired by ignorance, but I'm pretty sure it isn't him hating Manchester United that led him to think bidding for Fabregas was a PR stunt.
Do you honestly think Messi and Fabregas are on the same level of availability?
Nonsense to suggest that Messi and Fabregas are in the same availability bracket.
Edit: Bah! Like Hectic said.
All this bidding for players as a PR stunt doesn't really work does it if everyone thinks its make us stupid?
I mean bidding for players as a stunt, ok then. If you don't ask you don't get.
I mean bidding for players as a stunt, ok then. If you don't ask you don't get.
I highly doubt the club cares how this whole thing makes us 'look', in terms of either 'PR stunts' or looking stupid if we miss out on him. They want the player, they clearly think there's a chance of getting him, however slight, and I'm very glad we're at least trying.
You would be saying that the club is cynical enough to bid for Fabregas while expecting to have zero chance of getting him, in the hopes of stringing along the fans? That is such a low view of the club. Come on. Maybe the club knows it's a long shot. But surely they should be aiming high for transfers? Who would say it is a bad thing to aim high? But to think they are bidding as a PR exercise really is a RAWK view of United.
Its a stupid view, yes, but clearly it's not because he hates United.
You can love United but hate the "club", i.e. the "front office" as they would say in the US.
Yeah but I'm pretty sure he doesn't hate the club.
'He has a shockingly low opinion of the club' might be a better way of putting it that 'hate', no?
"We'll only give you minimum wage Cesc."
Jesus, there are some right drama queens on this forum. To make it clear - i do hope we sign the fecker, however i don't see it by any stretch of imagination.
I don't blame Moyes nor Woodword for that, the midfield situation is a result of mistakes made for the last few years. I do believe that our club is able to attract big players- the RVP trasnfer says it all. I just don't get why we decided to make a formal bid for player who plays for club where he grew up as a plyer, who loves the club he is currently in, looks well settled both football and normal life wise, who spent the summer before last kicking for a transfer to Barcelona and who seems to have great affection and respect for our rival. all that for a laughable fee and a day after they lost a promising youngster. Sorry that doesnt add up.
yeah i hate Manchester United.
I don't blame Moyes nor Woodword for that, the midfield situation is a result of mistakes made for the last few years. I do believe that our club is able to attract big players- the RVP trasnfer says it all. I just don't get why we decided to make a formal bid for player who plays for club where he grew up as a plyer, who loves the club he is currently in, looks well settled both football and normal life wise, who spent the summer before last kicking for a transfer to Barcelona and who seems to have great affection and respect for our rival. all that for a laughable fee and a day after they lost a promising youngster. Sorry that doesnt add up.
yeah i hate Manchester United.
Woodward rings up Moyes, "You won't believe this, Dave... But, they've accepted a bid! What do I do now? Gill used to do this part?" "Jesus Christ, well at Everton we'd usually offer a contract next, say about £20 grand a week."
Presumably there is a pre match press conference today. Anyone know what time its at?
9:45 BST
Anyone watching? Is there a link of some sort?
Would appreciate a link as well, if there is one.
None of the journos covering it or the man utd.com site hasn't yet come up with an update.
Ah ok, well thank you nevertheless
Cesc Fabregas:
- Work in progress. We are still working with him.
- Work in progress. We are still working with him.
Hard work indeed
Moyes confirms RVP fit and will play tomorrow. Welbeck also. Vidic and Nani and AV practice match at home #mufc
Damage situation:
- Vidic, Nani and Valencia all played friendlies at home in Manchester on Wednesday night (2-2 against Barnsley). We took Robin van Persie off at halftime last game to be on the safe side.
- Carrick is probably not playing tomorrow, but should be ready shortly.
- Vidic, Nani and Valencia all played friendlies at home in Manchester on Wednesday night (2-2 against Barnsley). We took Robin van Persie off at halftime last game to be on the safe side.
- Carrick is probably not playing tomorrow, but should be ready shortly.
About the competition in the Premier League:
- Chelsea, Tottenham, Arsenal, City, Liverpool and possible Everton are top teams next season.
- Chelsea, Tottenham, Arsenal, City, Liverpool and possible Everton are top teams next season.
Insightful.
Moyes has given an update on Rooney's fitness:"Wayne is running & at the level we thought he'd be at. He'll step that up this week."
- Lingard and Januzaj have both done well and contributed. There is a tradition here in the club to bring up young players, but they must continue to perform in training and games.
does this mean that barca has given us the green signal, and now we just have to agree to things with Fab?
- Moyes said he will probably use all the players in the Osaka game because of the heat.
My first thought aswell. Hope its only the contract negotiation now.
But were those Moyes's exact words? And was he referring to Fab when he said 'him'?
The source is the norwegian supporters club. They were at the press conference and they dont wum.
Is anyone else thinking now that this is a real possibility that it could happen?
I think it will depend on what Barca's next response is. Another "feck off" and we can probably forget it, but maybe they'll throw us a bone.