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Post by Jayrannasaurus on Nov 9, 2012 5:07:56 GMT
The technically gifted part is more of a necessity than just our own opinions. Fergie won't buy a battering midfielder unless he contributes to the team in many aspects. Good to see him get on the score-sheet vs Barca though.
Ince and Wanyama are probably the most likely incoming players, though we've all learnt to not expect a midfielder. Depending on how Fletch has progressed we'll have a better idea, he's still not back to his old self and if he does reach those levels again then this will be less likely. Helps that he can play CB though, considering our annual meltdown. Ticks the boxes that's for sure.
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Post by Jayrannasaurus on Nov 9, 2012 7:32:55 GMT
www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-2230182/Manchester-United-keen-Celtics-Victor-Wanyama.htmlManchester United are stepping up their interest in Celtic midfielder Victor Wanyama. The imposing Kenyan was the Scottish side's hero in Wednesday night's epic 2-1 defeat of Barcelona, scoring his side's first goal and negating the threat of Xavi and Andres Iniesta. His performance was noted by United with chief European scout Martin Ferguson in attendance at Celtic Park to watch the 21-year-old impress once again. Sportsmail first revealed United's interest in July and they have kept a keen eye on his progress. QPR failed with a £10million offer for Wanyama in August while Manchester City, Arsenal and Sunderland have also shown interest. Celtic signed Wanyama from Germinal Beerschot in Belgium for just £900,000 last year and last week manager Neil Lennon said he was worth £25m. However, Premier League clubs are likely to offer around £12m in January with United weighing up their move. Manager Sir Alex Ferguson wants another midfielder and Wanyama's age will also appeal. Former United defender Gary Neville, talking of the player's performance against Barcelona, said: 'That display has put him right in the shop window and Celtic will do very well to hold on to him.' Wanyama, who made his debut for Kenya at just 15, is contracted to Celtic until 2014 and has already rejected an offer to improve his deal.
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Post by Jayrannasaurus on Nov 9, 2012 7:35:56 GMT
Ticks the boxes really, similar to the Kagawa deal.
The type of player we need, i.e. a player that can tackle and play a bit (from what I've read).
EDIT: Can play Centre Half
Will only have a year left on his contract in January.
Not too expensive
Young
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Post by Stew on Nov 9, 2012 8:14:56 GMT
The fact that he can also play Centre half might be a factor too. Given our annual injury crisis at the back it would make sense.
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Post by traffordbrown on Nov 9, 2012 9:51:27 GMT
Very interesting that Martin was at Parkhead watching him.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 9, 2012 12:37:01 GMT
Funny that now city have suddenly taken an interest. Anything to steal the spotlight.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 9, 2012 13:04:27 GMT
He reminds me of a Michael Essien in his hayday. I would still regard it as a calculated gamble worth taking a punt on for 12 mill or less. Wouldnt say he is a 20 mill player just yet.
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Post by traffordbrown on Nov 9, 2012 13:06:17 GMT
How often do Kenya qualify for the ACON? That would concern me.
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Post by karthy on Nov 9, 2012 13:25:28 GMT
He is a terrific player. I have been watching the celts play from the time he was mentioned as a target and i must say that he is good ( said it before the Barca game too).
He is not one to just Protect the back four , he has been used like that , as a box-to box and can surge forward and help in attack too. The one thing i have not seen him do often is probably hit long range shots.
Plus he is 21. Like i said before given our tight purse strings this kid would be ideal and best suited.
Now as far as Fergie saying that we won;t need a def Mid , i don;t buy that. Its just a ploy as we couldn't get one and he wanted to move of the topic. We have used Carrick, Fletcher and Giggs as a Def Mid covering the Back four in PL, CL and Capital One cup already.
Wanyama also said that he'd be delighted if he could play for United. Its quite similar to Kagawa.
City coming in place for Arsenal in this one as Spurs and Newcastle for Ince.
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Post by JamBritRed on Nov 9, 2012 15:32:48 GMT
not that this matters in the current context of the discussion, ie: do we need him? (which i think he would add much steel to our Midfield) but has anybody noticed that this guy comes from a decent footballing family. did some searching and noticed that this guy is McDonald Mariga's (inter's midfield enforcer) little brother. for those who recognise the name, Mariga was linked with us about 2 years ago, b4 he eventually chose to stay in Italy, and signed with Inter. so maybe we missed the McDonald boat but (might) get the better brother.  |
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Post by Bestie on Nov 9, 2012 16:19:46 GMT
Yeah, I mentioned Mariga a while back. He's a decent player too.
Couple of mates today were swearing that Wanyama is a centre-back who fills in at CM, not the other way around. I've avoided watching Celtic this season, can anyone clarify for us please gents?
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Post by traffordbrown on Nov 9, 2012 16:23:51 GMT
I've avoided watching Celtic this season Standard. |
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Post by Bestie on Nov 9, 2012 16:35:29 GMT
I've avoided watching Celtic this season Standard. It's Neil Lennon's face. I simply cannot handle it. Also, Scott Brown is just hateful. |
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Post by traffordbrown on Nov 9, 2012 16:37:07 GMT
It's Neil Lennon's face. I simply cannot handle it. Also, Scott Brown is just hateful. Neil Lennon's face. Ears. Fingernails. Eyelashes. Teeth. Just all of him. Vile. |
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Post by alt on Nov 9, 2012 17:53:23 GMT
Yeah, I mentioned Mariga a while back. He's a decent player too. Couple of mates today were swearing that Wanyama is a centre-back who fills in at CM, not the other way around. I've avoided watching Celtic this season, can anyone clarify for us please gents? Definitely a CM/DM who fills in at CB. |
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