The Big Week. Kroosing and Matas with Stoke City.

The signing of Juan Mata from Chelsea has turned out to be a boon for the Reds as he assisted one goal and had a passing percentage of 85% against Cardiff. But,even though he started the fixture along with Van Persie this was far from a vintage display that Man Utd were known for. The problem of lack of world class central midfielders has been a problem. With Michael Carrick out for a month it looks quite difficult for the gaffer to field players in that position.
Man Utd have been linked with Ilkay Gundogan and Tony Kroos for the past few days. Yesterday things became in favour of Man Utd as Kroos was clearly dissapointed after being subbed off in Bayern Munich's 2-1 win at Sttutgart. With just 18 months remaining in his contract he was given a contract extension yesterday which he rejected. This is a good sign for a team like United who want midfielders in their squad for a top 4 finish. Many reporters closed sources have said that Kroos wants to play for a team like United. No wonder David Moyes was present to watch him play at Mönchengladbach. Lets hope we have good news at the end of the transfer deadline date. Even Guardiola didin't rule out a possibility of him moving to Man Utd , he was quoted as saying "He is an important player but things can move fast in football. Here today, gone tomorrow."
United play Stoke at The Britannia Stadium on Saturday and going by this seasons record united should win the game. They won against them in the first half of the season and also in the capital one cup.
Red devils should we get Kroos or not?? Air your views..

Juan Mata- The Answer to Manchester United's woes??

Is it another rumour? Another shitty Mourinho tactics or a face saver for Mr. Moyes and Ed Woodward after crashing out of the Capital One Cup courtesy missed penalty kicks and a rare goalkeeping blunder by David De Gea?

No fellow readers it is not those things which people are thinking. The deal is almost complete with both the parties accepting the terms and as you read news may get flashed all over the news channels stating Mata is no longer a Chelsea player. Will it be a pro decision for United or turn out to be a con decision? Let us have a look at all the aspects one by one.

With only one addition to the squad during the summer transfer window things looked very bleak for the Red Devils. Even Sir Alex knew that he didn't have a very strong team. Barring Antonio Valencia the other two wingers didn't have the same potentials to match a world class line up. So was the case in the Central Midfield where only Micheal Carrick played for probably both the CM'S alone and in process covering ground , Passing and shooting at the same time. Thus big reinforcements were needed no doubt. But Moyes could only land Fellaini and that till now has backfired. Last season the reality was the fact that RvP and Rooney alone in most cases took the game away from the opponents. They were the mainstays of the team but with both of them out injured this season the loophole has been exposed and thus the statement "Man Utd a One Man Team" was proved to be right. In such a situation the January transfer window started and Man Utd fans were eagerly waiting for a signing. Indeed a signing of a STAR and not someone like Fellaini. Unlike Fellaini Juan Mata is a versatile player who can play in the wings and indeed as an Attacking Midfielder and also at times can be deployed as a striker. Thus making him perfect for signing at a stage where United are stuttering to find form and win games.
This automatically would be a morale booster for the players who look forward to big name signings each season. Something similar to what RvP did the last season. MATA definitely can be a face saver for United.
This automatically can be something good indeed with Kagawa being released for a swap deal with IILKAY GUNDOGAN . No wonder Klopp rates him highly and this deal would definitely be worth before 1st of February. Thus this deal can also signal the start of MOYES ERA.

At 25 Juan Mata is definitely going to be a good buy for United given he already has played 2 and a half season for Chelsea and named Player Of The Year on two occasions.
All I can say for now!
Welcome to Manchester United Juan Mata.
Reds what do you think of this signing? Share your views.

The Big Day-Can we rewrite history?

Jose Mourinho and Stamford Bridge have a great understanding between them , why do I say this?
The only reason is the fact that Mr. Jose Mourinho hasn't yet lost a game at Stamford Bridge with Chelsea, a run of 70 unbeaten games. To go there and get three points is definitely going to be a herculean task for the reds. Not to forget that our talisman striker Robin Van Persie who notched up a record 30 goals in all competitions last season is out injured and the saviour this season so far has been Wayne Rooney in van Persie's absence won't be fit for tonight's fixture. In this scenario the only limited options that David Moyes has is of either playing Welbeck or Chicharito upfront. Both of them definitely have the talent in them but lack consistency.

Mourinho's tactics against top teams has been interesting. He is going for draws and it was evident when Chelsea drew at Old Trafford and also against Arsenal. Both being goalless. So this fixture might prove to be dull , but without RvP and Rooney Mourinho will fancy his chances.

It will be interesting to see how the gaffer selects his playing XI for this immense fixture against the blues. Manchester United go into the fixture standing a lowly 7th in the premier league standings which makes the game a must win for the Reds. The fans do seem optimistic before the start of the game as they think they have what it takes to topple Chelsea at Stamford Bridge and rewrite history. In order to get the 3 points at The Bridge United will have to be at their best. Moyes needs to think twice on whom he should send in as a striker. Welbeck or Javier Hernandez?
In my opinion it should be Chicharito without any second thoughts. He has scored 7 times against the blues which is the most by a red against them. This stat might prove to be a boost for the team as they will have confidence going into the game.
The biggest news that can be said is the fact that both RvP and Rooney have traveled to London with the team. Thus this can be something that will be great for the Reds in case they start. The blues will be caught offside for sure and Mourinho finally finding his competition in Moyes in mind games!

It definitely will be a very big day for both the teams for sure. United are looking to close in on the Top-4 whereas Chelsea is looking to close the gap with league leaders and pace setters Arsenal. Hence it looks an exciting day in offer for the neutral as well as the supporters but definitely a mouth watering contest is waiting.
Somewhere or the other the pressure is relatively less on United because they know that without the likes of Rooney,Persie and Jones getting a win is difficult so they may go for a kill and rewrite history at THE STAMFORD BRIDGE.
Well Mourinho, be scared cause we have a baby assassin in Adnan Januzaj who can kill you off single-handedly. Only time will tell.

Red Devils, what do you think? Do we stand a chance today?
Express your thoughts.