Youth IS The Way Forward ! 03/08/2010
 Nearly all United fans have expressed that Sir Alex won't be able to move on to greater things next season, unless he splashes-out on a new striker or midfielder (or both). But if you take a look at players like Kiko and Chicharito - who needs to spend when you have the most valuable asset of all: Youth... Report By: Abir Ahmed Chowdhury, 8:35pm Chief executive David Gill reiterated this week that Sir Alex Ferguson has cash for new signings if he needs it. However, most fans fear the money needed to service the huge debt heaped on the club by The Glazer Family means their manager has no choice but to build from within. With fans hoping that United will buy at least one more 'quality' player before the end of the transfer window, Fergie insists there is no value in the transfer market for the second summer in a row. For the likes of Giggs, Scholes, Van Der Sar and Neville, this season may be their last. Hargreaves has been out for two years and he will never be the same player again. In this present situation, there are many who feel United will fail to win a trophy this year. However, Sir Alex Ferguson has staked Manchester United's future on his new generation of players and promised that they will be his legacy when he quits Old Trafford. He is adamant they will reward his faith by becoming United's new 'golden generation'. No one knows the youngsters as well as him and it would not be wise to back against the kids. He isn't one of the best managers in the world for no reason ! Although Cleverley and Welbeck are poised to go on loan to Newcastle and Sunderland respectively, there is enough young blood in the United ranks to clinch their historic 19th league title. Here, we took a look at some of the names who could play a 'major' part for United next season...  Federico Macheda: The Italian striker burst onto United's first team scene in April 2009 with a sensational debut goal against Aston Villa, but he has seen his career stall after suffering from a series of niggling injuries. A perfectly legitimate goal against Chelsea - unlike the previous goal in that game - is all Macheda has got to show for his efforts last season but it is still at least something. A brace against the MLS All-Stars last week showed how deadly he can be. At the age of 18, time is well and truly on his side. Sir Alex has already ruled out a loan move for Macheda showing how much faith he has on him.  Jonny Evans: It seems a bit strange labelling Evans a youngster as he has been a semi-regular fixture in United’s defence for two seasons now. At 22 he is still fairly young and has arguably been United’s best youth product of the past decade. Evans has been immense for United in many games and although he can occasionally be guilty of the odd lapse, he is looking more and more like a magnificent defender. The Northern Ireland centre-back is an intelligent defender who combines an uncompromising physical approach with the ability to pass the ball out from the back. With Rio Ferdinand suffering another injury setback, Evans will have a key role to play next season.  Darren Gibson: The same age as Evans, the Republic of Ireland midfielder has found himself in the starting line up for some big games lately - in both Europe and the Premiership. Gibson’s game has developed noticeably as he has gained more top-level experience, to the extent that he’s no longer an understudy but a genuine contender to start in midfield. With a fierce shot and the confidence to use it, ‘Gibbo’ has a decent goal return and does seem to be going in the right direction. His 20-yard free kick goal against the MLS All-Stars was just a sign of great things to come from him...  Javier ‘Chicharito’ Hernandez: The Mexican sensation is a complete genius. He was the fastest player in the World Cup (32.15 km/h) and his pace could give defenders a nightmare. An out-and-out striker, Chicharito is quick, two-footed and strong in the air, qualities that have already seen him likened to Reds' legend Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. His performances in South Africa and pre-season so far have been very impressive. He has settled quite well in his club and is surely the player to watch out for next season.  Gabriel Obertan: United secured the signature of French starlet Gabriel Obertan last year, with the highly-rated winger joining the Reds from Bordeaux. Obertan has made a decent start to his United career and looks very promising. Obertan’s cracker against Liverpool last season for the reserve team earned him praise from the coach, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. Gabby has shown that he has skill in abundance and an energy that could well be utilised next season. The pacy winger has had a good pre-season so far and will be looking for more first-team action next season.  Chris Smalling: A quick, clever central defender, Smalling played cameo roles for Roy Hodgson’s Fulham in both domestic and European competitions during 2010. Those fleeting performances were enough to catch the eye of United scouts who identified him as a talent too good to miss out on. The 20-year old has had a mixed pre-season tour so far, conceding a penalty in his first game but scoring a great header three games later. He has been tipped as the future replacement for Rio Ferdinand and will have his fair share of chances next season to prove himself. Players like Kleberson, Kieran Richardson, Eric Djemba-Djemba and David Bellion all had their chance to shine at United, but ultimately did not make the grade at a club where to succeed being good is not enough. You have to be exceptional, with an attitude to match your remarkable ability. Just as Giggs, Scholes, Neville and co did in the 1990's, the current crop of young players must seize their chance when it arrives. Only time will tell if Ferguson's young players grow into the stars he thinks they will be. Commentsbrian 03/08/2010 8:42pm
Hey guys. Ozil has posted on his twitter "The road to success is BELIEVE" Does "BELIEVE" hint that's he going to Man utd? Here's the link www.twitter.com/officialoezil Ozil hater 03/08/2010 10:00pm
1. That isn't really Ozil. Muhammed 03/08/2010 10:07pm
Oh yes he is. In Fergie WE TRUST.! Darren 03/08/2010 10:10pm
Fuck you Ozil hater. Ozil hater 03/08/2010 11:00pm
Very intelligent response, Darren. Now would you care to address any of the points I made in my original post? Darren 03/08/2010 11:13pm
No because I meant it in general, why and how can you hate Ozil? He is only 21 and played a lot better than most at the World Cup, he is very quick, a great passer and he is a very intelligent player. Also, he seems like a fairly down to earth, likeable guy, who would be a great addition to the squad. So sorry but fuck you. Lol Lets talk about OUR players, not Ozil. Fredster 04/08/2010 12:32am
Obertan isn't good enough to get picked over Cleverley, let alone Nani or Valencia. I can't believe Tom is going on loan to Newcastle. Crazy idea. 04/08/2010 12:37am
What is wrong with the Abir's assessments of Gibson and Smalling - he is purely stating [true] facts ! Fredster 04/08/2010 1:06am
I was replying to Isti, not Abir. This may be a lil off topic. CJ 04/08/2010 3:29am
Hi guys, I agree with the article! Please look back and think, which is our most successful squard of players? Its Nevilles, Scholes, Giggs, Beckham...and they are the products of our youth system. Look at Arsenal, they are never in there to sign big players! SAF is actually not wrong to say that there is no value in the market..well... spending millions of dollar on a player on transfer fee is kinda rediculous actually. SAF truly know where needs improvement..which is why he mentioned he's looking at a thing or 2, hopefully he's looking at central midfield. But...to spend $12 Million on Ozil now, when he can be free in 12 months time... I think that isn't any good business too. Hence SAF will rather wait for the right opportunity. As for Defensive Midfielder, is there anyone in the market that really caught you attention? Well..looking at Macheda, Henandez, Obertan, Nani, Da Silvas, Smiling, Gibson..I think we have a good team of young players who can achieve big things in time to come... Fingers Crossed. GMX 04/08/2010 3:40am
======================================== Tushr23 04/08/2010 6:29am
Fergie is right . There are some real talent on these youngstars .... I like Gibson , And I believe he will be just like P.Scholes................ Fredster 04/08/2010 12:04pm
@seodevils - Pique was homesick and wanted to go back to Spain. What was Fergie supposed to do, keep an unhappy player against his will? CJ 04/08/2010 5:29pm
Our forward are okay, backline too in safe hands. Weakest link is there..ar the Centre of Midfield.. And Fletcher is not and never will be a Keano..who was the Heart of attack and defense. With Owen Hargreaves out, I really hope SAF can buy a replacement. With so many players linked to Man Utd, if there's one I hope we buy, its gonna be Lassana Diarra! Comments are closed. |  
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