Topic: Harry Maguire considering his options thread

[Durlmints]

As bad as they were under Moyes, Aloysius Paulus Maria "Louis" van Gaal and Jose, they were still winning enough games to comfortably clock up 65+ points a season

Aloysius Paulus Maria "Louis" van Gaal got them 70 points and Jose (to the fuckers credit) managed to get them an 81 point finish

As of now they're on 45 points with only 9 games remaining and will probably finish on their lowest points tally in 30+ years

And they're talking about giving Solksjaer a contract extension? Sometimes I wonder if I'm actually dreaming all this

I for one, am very worried about what Ole will do with them. As a Liverpool fan, I dread them giving him a 5+ year contract and Unlimited budget. If any United officials may be reading I would say, please don't give him a 5+ Year contract and unlimited spending money. That would be the last thing I, a rival fan would want for them. Very scary times. If they were, theoretically to give Ole a 5+ year contract, and say, unlimited spending power and authority, I am worried they might close the gap on Liverpool.

[tonysleft]

ole has done a good job cleaning up Mourinho's mess, whether he stays or goes fans will be grateful for that

[Crosby Nick]

ole has done a good job cleaning up Mourinho's mess, whether he stays or goes fans will be grateful for that

Indeed. Only 10 points fewer in his first 50 games for Ole compared to Mourinho’s time at Old Trafford.

[tonysleft]

Indeed. Only 10 points fewer in his first 50 games for Ole compared to Mourinho’s time at Old Trafford.

Definitely not an even playing field in those first 50 games for the two of them. Mourinho arrived to huge fanfare and board support in getting him his 4 signings that he promised would result in a title challenge, then came 6th

[4pool]

Definitely not an even playing field in those first 50 games for the two of them. Mourinho arrived to huge fanfare and board support in getting him his 4 signings that he promised would result in a title challenge, then came 6th

You mean he came 2nd.

Had the board continue to back him, chances are you'd have stayed top 4 at a minimum.

And this is from someone who'd rather contract coronavirus than have him as our manager.

[tonysleft]

You mean he came 2nd.

Had the board continue to back him, chances are you'd have stayed top 4 at a minimum.

And this is from someone who'd rather contract coronavirus than have him as our manager.

quite possibly, though continuing to back him would've involved selling Martial and making Rashford a permanent impact sub option, while purchasing Perisic and Willian. I agree that Mourinho got completely fucked over in his 3rd summer and they should've just sacked him if they were going to pull that nonsense

also no he promised a title challenge if backed in that first summer then came 6th. coming the most distant second ever the following season is somewhat of an achievement I guess

[redgriffin73]

quite possibly, though continuing to back him would've involved selling Martial and making Rashford a permanent impact sub option, while purchasing Perisic and Willian. I agree that Mourinho got completely fucked over in his 3rd summer and they should've just sacked him if they were going to pull that nonsense

also no he promised a title challenge if backed in that first summer then came 6th. coming the most distant second ever the following season is somewhat of an achievement I guess

Don't worry, you'll probably lose that title to City this season.

[Ghost Town]

As I said before, Man Utd are as close as we come in England to an establishment club, the Real Madrid for the PL. I think many journos and commentators just feel safer and more settled lavishing praise on them. It makes them feel grounded and relaxed and that all is well in old England. It has been that way for decades, regardless of how well, or otherwise, they were doing.

[kaesarsosei]

Trying to decide if Man City's euro ban is better or worse for us. In terms of City, i don't think it makes a massive difference in terms of their spending power, and if its for only 1 season then it shouldn't hurt recruitment.

However for United or Spurs, getting into the CL makes a colossal difference to them for next season. Yes you can argue that in the long run it might hurt United to stick with Ole should they get CL, but in terms of the short-term I think it's better if both clubs miss out.

[wampa1]

There was one point where he did a right/left foot flick to get into the box then just crossed it to the nearest City defender - fucking clueless.

LOL That was something else.  I did think he had a good game defensively though.

[Skeeve]

I know exactly where the ball is going to go at all times when Maguire has it. Out of play, every time.

That's unfair, he's bound to manage to give away the ball while keeping it in play sometimes.

[Phil M]

Wait 'til they get #Pogba fit, then we're all in trouble.

[soxfan]

Trying to decide if Man City's euro ban is better or worse for us. In terms of City, i don't think it makes a massive difference in terms of their spending power, and if its for only 1 season then it shouldn't hurt recruitment.

However for United or Spurs, getting into the CL makes a colossal difference to them for next season. Yes you can argue that in the long run it might hurt United to stick with Ole should they get CL, but in terms of the short-term I think it's better if both clubs miss out.

As much as we want our great rival United to suffer, they are an organically-grown, legitimate club like ourselves. City is a fraud, an oil club, a cheat. They need to be punished harshly, no matter if it allows United or any other "real" club to take advantage.

[Johann Gambolputty]

Has "Bruno" officially dropped his surname by deed poll or something.

[Mighty_Red]

Indeed. Only 10 points fewer in his first 50 games for Ole compared to Mourinho’s time at Old Trafford.

Actually, Ole's points total gets them right into a title race with us. Maybe that's how Utd will challenge us next season - by adding together multiple season's worth of points!

[Billy The Kid]

quite possibly, though continuing to back him would've involved selling Martial

Mourinho would have done you a big favour in selling Martial.

He turns 25 this year. It's his 5th season at United. And yet he still hasn't managed to cement himself as a starter, has he? At least that's what his appearance figures suggest to me

Goal wise his average has been 10 a season since joining you, which again makes me wonder why so many of you rate him as highly as you do

I mean, if he really had the potential that so many claim he has, then why have we yet to see him display it consistently enough to become an automatic starter?

Unless of course you're waiting until he turns 26 or 27? Which is kind of hoping for hoping sake really, isn't it?

I'm not saying the lad is a bad player, but I honestly don't think he's ever going to become the player that some of you think he will

[vivabobbygraham]

Mourinho would have done you a big favour in selling Martial.

He turns 25 this year. It's his 5th season at United. And yet he still hasn't managed to cement himself as a starter, has he? At least that's what his appearance figures suggest to me

Goal wise his average has been 10 a season since joining you, which again makes me wonder why so many of you rate him as highly as you do

I mean, if he really had the potential that so many claim he has, then why have we yet to see him display it consistently enough to become an automatic starter?

Unless of course you're waiting until he turns 26 or 27? Which is kind of hoping for hoping sake really, isn't it?

I'm not saying the lad is a bad player, but I honestly don't think he's ever going to become the player that some of you think he will

Rubbish! What would Liverpool fans know about top drawer strikers...

[elbow]

As I said before, Man Utd are as close as we come in England to an establishment club, the Real Madrid for the PL. I think many journos and commentators just feel safer and more settled lavishing praise on them. It makes them feel grounded and relaxed and that all is well in old England. It has been that way for decades, regardless of how well, or otherwise, they were doing.

On a related note, here’s Jamie Jackson with a beautiful think piece.

https://www.theguardian.com/football/2020/mar/09/moral-of-ole-gunnar-solskjrs-fairytale-is-patience-is-a-virtue?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other

[Hazell]

On a related note, here’s Jamie Jackson with a beautiful think piece.

https://www.theguardian.com/football/2020/mar/09/moral-of-ole-gunnar-solskjrs-fairytale-is-patience-is-a-virtue?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other

Bless, they're getting giddy again after turning their umpteenth corner.

[vivabobbygraham]

On a related note, here’s Jamie Jackson with a beautiful think piece.

https://www.theguardian.com/football/2020/mar/09/moral-of-ole-gunnar-solskjrs-fairytale-is-patience-is-a-virtue?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other

Ed Woodward couldn't have penned it better. I nearly choked on the sick it brought up...

[Hazell]

Ed Woodward couldn't have penned it better. I nearly choked on the sick it brought up...

I think Jamie Jackson is on the BBC radar after that piece.

[Gili Gulu]

I think Jamie Jackson is on the BBC radar after that piece.

I think Jame Jackson is on the shrooms after that piece.

[Lynndenberries]

On a related note, here’s Jamie Jackson with a beautiful think piece.

https://www.theguardian.com/football/2020/mar/09/moral-of-ole-gunnar-solskjrs-fairytale-is-patience-is-a-virtue?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other

Corner turned.

Just a reminder that they have 45 points after 29 games, the equivalent of a 59 point season, after spending ~£150m in the summer.

It's also entertaining to see journalists quote the wins over City and Chelsea, as well as the draw against us. It's almost they have a team built for counter attacking. Crazy how they manage to get results against possession oriented teams.

[Hazell]

Corner turned.

Just a reminder that they have 45 points after 29 games, the equivalent of a 59 point season, after spending ~£150m in the summer.

It's also entertaining to see journalists quote the wins over City and Chelsea, as well as the draw against us. It's almost they have a team built for counter attacking. Crazy how they manage to get results against possession oriented teams.

Funnily enough they were shit in their two wins in the league against Chelsea and were pretty abject at Old Trafford against us (we weren't much better mind). They were awful at the Emirates this season too. Their best performances have come in the two league games against Man City (and they were much better at The Etihad this season, like you say, their counter attacking threat is their best offensive weapon). But in general they've been pretty dire in the big games too, regardless of their results.

[vivabobbygraham]

I think Jamie Jackson is on the BBC radar after that piece.

He does bits and pieces for them already mate. Manchester Guardian faced scruff. Was at the Lowry theatre over the road
from BBC Salford Quays today. Matchstalk men and sparking clogs every fucking where

[beardsleyismessimk1]

Luke Shaw's coming in to form........ Getting ready for a pie eating competition

[slaphead]

Luke Shaw's coming in to form........ Getting ready for a pie eating competition

That's 1 title he will definitely win in the career

[redgriffin73]

Has "Bruno" officially dropped his surname by deed poll or something.

Bizarre isn't it. He has Fernandes on his shirt but suddenly everyone is calling him Bruno all the time. Really fucking annoying.

[Ghost Town]

Maybe because Brunoh and Rooneh sound similar so fewer new phonemes for the skanks to learn

[SP]

Bizarre isn't it. He has Fernandes on his shirt but suddenly everyone is calling him Bruno all the time. Really fucking annoying.

He is a big Sacha Baron Cohen fan.

[Medellin]

Really? 



Ole at the wheel! 

8 PL I reckon & only City of note?
The rest fodder methinks.

Defo turned another corner. 

[lamonti]

Really? 



Ole at the wheel! 

8 PL I reckon & only City of note?
The rest fodder methinks.

Defo turned another corner. 

6/8 clean sheets in the Europa League against AZ, Astana, Partizan and Club Brugge - hence the qualification of this stat: none of these teams play in the same selection of competitions.

[lamonti]

Fucking hell the Neil Ashton boo boys have gone quiet, and the Manchester Guardian's editors also seem to believe you qualify as "England's most successful club" by winning the most Charity Shields. Jamie Jackson's got books to sell lads, ignore the facts.

[rob1966]

Really? 



Ole at the wheel! 

8 PL I reckon & only City of note?
The rest fodder methinks.

Defo turned another corner. 

4th lowest goals against in the PL, behind us, Leicester and Sheff Utd. 5th best attack, 4th best GD - they're a striker away from winning the league.

[beardsleyismessimk1]

<a href="https://www.youtube.com/v/s0OiDkxj4KI" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="bbc_link bbc_flash_disabled new_win">https://www.youtube.com/v/s0OiDkxj4KI</a>

Sterling is his new bitch apparently

[Kekule]

I notice “Glazers out” hasn’t been sung or mentioned for a couple of weeks nor have any banners been displayed. All quiet on the “green and gold” front too.

It’s almost as if they only care about losing rather than the ownership.

[Sir Capon of Debaser]

Ed Woodward couldn't have penned it better. I nearly choked on the sick it brought up...

haha

[Agent99]

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/51805933

Bellingham takes training ground tour.

[Hazell]

https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/51805933

Bellingham takes training ground tour.

Really living up to their self anointed Disneyland tag.

[#RedDawn2020]

Honest question: Is he performing really that much worse than Klopp did in his first 1 3/4 seasons at Liverpool? I remember us being better against good teams and bad against worse teams as well for a while. They are five to six very good signings sHort of having a more than decent team/ squad. Something that can be rectified in the next 1-2 transfer windows. They are definitely capable enough to win the Europa League.