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Phresh, sorry to paraphrase and stuff, but I don't want to get in a quote "war", especially so close to kickoff.

Maybe I am wrong over Benzema, maybe we did genuinely bid.

Madrid only paid a fraction more though, didn't they? 39M Euro, of which 9 is dependent on success I think.

Why didn't we sign him before we sold Ronaldo? Why didn't we make a prerequisite to Madrid that they keep their hands off the lad if they wanted Ron? Why didn't we offer that bit more? Sure it may be more than he's worth, but what's new about us paying that bit more?

Apparently the £80M was on the table for ages, the manager woke up one day and said it's best for him to go. If so, why didn't we bid and buy before we sold? You talk of Edwards, what about the PLC that sanctioned epic deals for Veron, Rio and Rooney, that still made a decent profit for themselves and the club weren't fucked.

Apparently Real bid 41 and Barca the same as us. Just because they sactioned a few big deals doesn't mean they gave him the transfer funds he wanted and taking into account only one of those deals has proven it's worth (I expect Rooney will too given time) then it's not exactly a good reason to go out and pay massive transfer fees.

Maybe Sneijder isn't right. So he's the only player on the market is he? We'll wait and see what happens, I just think it's more than coincidence that a manager that has spent big and admitted to slightly overpaying to get targets is now suddenly incredibly prudent. His hypocrisy, changes of stance and out right lies about Tevez are another oddity. I'm glad he's gone- but do you not find it strange they only bid when the guy is so fucked off he's already decided to go, and lie about previous conversations? Seems like saving face to me, or shit slinging at least.

I don't think he is particularly prudent though, £17 million for Valencia is arguably paying over the odds. £10 million for Ljajic too. Maybe there are other targets that might be suitable but I personally believe the players we have will come good. The Tevez situation is strange and Tevez didn't exactly say anything to clear it up either.

Disgraceful. Seriously. I'm guessing you don't go to the match, or know people that do?

I personally won't pay a penny to the club, I know people that do. They pay 60% more now, in a time of record profits. They get told fuck off for Barca in the Semi at OT, but were forced to pay £40 for a reserves match against QPR in the pissing rain. For what? A debt that's increasing, that hasn't even started to be repaid.

It's OK though, the club spend the money and Fergie has freedom... freedom to spend less now net than he did under a PLC, which was the case before Ron was sold.

:) I couldn't afford to go watch a League 2 club play let alone United at the moment. I should stress that my point was in reference to the team not the club. If Ferguson has got more freedom with transfers then it will benefit the team. Like most, if not all, United fans I don't agree that the deal benefits the club.

Anyway, should have scored at least a couple in that first half but as has been the case in the first two games nobody can get the ball on target for shit.

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I think you'll find there's a much bigger problem than that.

Fatbob beat you to it :)

Well, that half was much better! Fletcher had a great game and dare I say it Nani was actually effective. Didn't run into too many dead ends, got the crosses in and it was some good play for Owen's goal (which was a lovely finish). Berbatov took his goal well too.

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I thought Fletcher was great, its a shame he has his limitations because he could be a great player.

Valencia also showed some potential.

Nani and Berbatov still need to do more IMO. I am glad that Owen got his goal, sweet left foot finish.

I think Berbatovs contributions are fantastic. Its testament to how effective he is that Fergie keeps mentioning his languid style (which I understand grates when things are not going our way) to remind fans of what he does bring to the table as his vision and touch are second to none. He created 4 clear chances yesterday with some moments of magic.

This was the perfect response to tuesday. Foster is looking more assured and all the strikers look like they are finding their feet with some lovely goals. Bring on Arsenal.

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