One of the primary disappointments of Manchester United’s season was their inability to conjure any meaningful threat from down the flanks. Antonio Valencia, Ashley Young, Shinji Kagawa and Nani were all found wanting at one point or another. All of the club’s options seem to have lost the flair, verve and passion that made them so effective in the first place.
It’s time for a change. It’s time to bring somebody in. Luckily, The Mirror continue to link The Red Devils to Atletico Madrid’s Turkish wing-wizard, Arda Turan. The fleet-footed forward has been whipping up quite a storm in Spain this season. What’s more, his agent hasn’t been shy when it comes to speaking about his client’s future. Check out these quotes:
“Arda is currently playing at a big club with big ambitions. He wants to be part of that success, but we must wait and see what happens. An offer from an English club has arrived. As in every transfer, two parties, the player and the club, they must make a decision.”
That’s typical agent talk isn’t it? ‘My client loves his current club, but if a better offer comes along, he may be interested in a move away. Oh and by the way, other clubs are interested so you better act quick’.
Still, it’s not like Arda Turan is any old player. This Atletico Madrid winger is the real deal. He’s been a key part of a team that has taken La Liga by storm this season all whilst managing to make it to the Champions League final.
The Madrid team is thoroughly impressive, as is Turan, who’s lightening quick, works hard and loves to take defenders on. He can often prove to be a full-back’s worst nightmare.
Whilst he’s only scored 3 goals and made 4 assists his season, it’s his build-up play that’s been so important this season. He’s one of those players who tend to deliver the pass before the assist, rather than the assists itself. There’s a reason why Diego Simeone has played him on such a regular basis.
Here’s hoping that Manchester United are the club mentioned by Turan’s agent. Let’s also hope that Louis Van Gaal is able to close the deal.
What’s your take? Would Arda Turan be a good option for Manchester United?
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