They Got My Attention: Fletcher, Powell, Usain Bolt, Moyes, Alcantara, Nani + Zam Persie

By: @Zamaradi_M

1. Darren Fletcher

Everybody at Manchester misses Fletcher. I mean for most of us who are not fortunate enough to see him walk down the corridors of AON Training Complex.

Good news is he has undergone the last of his three operations. This one will decide whether we will get to see him play again in a red shirt or not. And if so he will be ready by the time we start the 2013/2014 season.

Regardless of what happens, Fletcher is already a Legend to us and we appreciate all he has done for the Red Army. We join Moyes, players, SAF and everybody else to wish Fletch a very quick and painless recovery.

"It’s been a big battle but if I come through the last operation OK at the end of June then that will be the breakthrough I’ve been waiting for and I should be OK to resume playing again."

Moyes, who is also said to be a big fan of Fletcher (and even tried to sign him when he was at Everton) has spoken with the player to wish him a quick recovery as did Sir Alex in his Farewell Speech;

"I also want to wish Darren Fletcher a speedy recovery and return to the club."

Get Well Soon Fletcher!

Source: The Mirror.

2. Nick Powell

The eye candy midfielder is believed to be on his way to either Wigan or Norwich on a season long loan. Nick has started only two games and played a total of 6 from last season. The loan will ensure more playtime for the 19 years old, which is exactly what he needs now.

Me: Whatever happens, we wish you the best of everything.

Source: The Sun.

3. Usain Bolt

One of those famous soldiers of the Red Army. Bolt has always expressed his desire to play for Manchester United and said that if Sir Alex called him to the team he would definitely come running.

Well, it is not Sir Alex who called but rather Rio. But then, it does not matter who calls you, when a chance to play for Manchester United presents itself you suit up and play.

He will be playing for Manchester United on Rio's testimonial match against Sevilla on August 9th. Oh, the drama in this match! What number will he choose? Will he make Sir Alex regret not giving him that trial he so desperately asked for? Can you imagine him score, how will he celebrate?

This news is not confirmed by club.

Bolt with EVERYBODY.

Source: The Daily Mail.

4. David Moyes

Moyes keeps surprising me, in an extraordinary way. While I am here (just like many other Red soldiers) making excuses for him that he might not be able to win anything for a couple of seasons, the manager said that he is going after EVERY trophy that will be put in United's way.

"When you are at Manchester United my thinking is you have to go for everything, you attempt to win everything."

 Me: How did we get so lucky?

Source: goal.com 

5. Thiago Alcantara

From his father selling his restaurant to the I Love Barcelona photo, another addition to this is that a 5 years contract has already been signed and what is left is some small details which will be completed this week and Manchester United can announce Thiago as our new player.

Bayern Munich were also after the midfielder but apparently he fancies the English Premier League.

Source: The Sun

 

6. Luis Nani

I really don't like seeing players leave. If I had it my way, once a player wears that red shirt they would not wear any other for the rest of their career. And that proves why some of us should just stay as far away from the coaching bench as possible.

Well, bad news this one is. Nani's agent says that the winger might be on his way out as he has not been guaranteed regular playtime with Moyes. The decision has not been made yet as they are waiting to have an official meeting with Manchester United reps this week.

There are also reports that a £8.5m bid from Galatasaray was denied by United. He might be off to AS Roma but Juventus, Real Madrid and Arsenal (seriously?) have all shown interest.

But let us not forget his agent previously admitted that they (him and Nani) always talk about Nani leaving Manchester United but somehow it never happens.

Me: I think Nani deserves at least one season with Moyes. We could end up regretting selling him which will be such a shame because he seems like he wants and has always wanted to play for Manchester United.

Source: Metro and Headquarter.

Here is a player that will definitely be with us next season. Of course it is Zam Persie, who else did you expect?

Introduced to Gunners back in 2004. How could Wenger let him out dressed like that?

Arriving for his medical at OT, August 16th 2012.