When I first heard of Manchester United’s interest in FC Porto’s wing-wizard, James Rodriguez, it didn’t seem to make much sense.
He’s a player who has been linked to Manchester United for some time now and yet the Red Devils always seem to be spoiled for choice when it comes to wingers.
Sir Alex loves to bolster his forward ranks and always insists on having two on form wingers, cutting in, firing balls into the box and causing havoc.
Not so long ago, there was a good argument for declaring Antonio Valencia the best winger in the League. The former Wigan star seemed to have it all: a great change of pace, the confidence to take people on and the ability to deliver a killer ball. This season, however, Valencia looks like an altogether different player.
The same is true of Luis Nani, who two seasons ago was United’s best winger. His drop in form and Fergie’s lack of faith may even bring about the end of his stay at Old Trafford.
And with Ryan Giggs getting older and Ashley Young wildly inconsistent, perhaps Manchester United do need to take a look at bringing in a new wide-man. After all, there’s no guarantee that United new boy, Wilfried Zaha, will be able to have an immediate impact at the club.
What better way of reducing the pressure on Zaha’s shoulders than brining in somebody to share that burden? Especially if the player in question is capable of delivering the goods.
In this regard, James Rodriguez would be a good addition for Manchester United. The Telegraph notes that Sir Alex Ferguson is a long term admirer of the Colombian ace and could attempt to offload Anderson to FC Porto in an attempt to receive Rodriguez in return.
If Sir Alex could pull that one off, it would be quite something. Anderson hasn’t ever really managed to fit in at Manchester United. Beyond the odd flash of brilliance, he has looked lethargic, unmotivated and unable to play the role granted him.
On the other hand, you get the feeling that Rodriguez would jump at any opportunity to impress. He’s been compared to Cristiano Ronaldo and whilst comparisons like these can be big burdens for young players to bear, I’m sure Rodriguez will make something of himself.
He would help to keep Manchester United competitive and would probably the Red Devils with all the confidence they need to prevent City stealing their crown next season.
What’s your take? Should Manchester United try and seal a deal for James Rodriguez?
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james will b a gr8 addition 4 manchester united i really luv dat guy.
I will be happy to see such a deal happen n valancia shuld be shown da exit door at da theatre of dreams this summer
James is a better play for united and I support the deal.
James is a better player for united. I think the deal is a good one.
i would like to see the guy @ man u becos is gud playmaker
yes, Ferguson should do everything possible to get him…………pls pls!
yeah it will be a great addition to the squad
PLS SIR ALEX GET DIS BOY BY ALL MEANS,EVEN IF D MONEY WILL B 4ROM UR POCKET
Thats a good ideal,united fans will be very happy to see james Rodriquez in united shirt next season.SIR ALEX should sign mario gotez for us
yea that’s going to be a good move also with mario n james in our attacking role da strikers r going to have a good forward passers cause they all have an eye for that killa pass
i agree whit you, if only SAF will make it happen.Because next season will be a diffcult one when the likes of spectial one manage chelsea with more top class players.so it will be a big development i see such player joning us
i agree whit you, if only SAF will make it happen.Because next season will be a diffcult one when the likes of spectial one manage chelsea with more top class players.so it will be a big development if i see such player joning us
Sir sign james ,strootman, lowandoski and Isco , mario gotez for us :: please we need him::offload bebe, nani, anderson, possibly retire giggsy, schosy and flecha:::::::::::
I will love to see him play at OT next season and AF should please sign a central midfielder.
SIR ALEX should sign james Rodriguez , i hope he will fill the gap left by CR7.
Pls sir force this deal to happen
it better u try and seal a deal for james,offload nani,anderson, and young bring players that can create impact for us,we need wingers that can force play.
Dat great.pls beg ferguson to sign him fast
Pls we need him
James Rodriguis will be a gud addition to the squad. Pls help say to Sir Alex, he should make Kagawa a part of the new manchester united squad.
james Rodriguez is great talent and even better under Sir Alex. A swap with one time Anderson is a good deal.i will love to see J. Rodriguez in the red season,bringing some much needed power to the sleepy wings.