Evans can fill Rio’s boots: Paddy

31st October 2008, 08:45

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Paddy Crerand is the latest Manchester United legend to sing the praises of Belfast starlet Jonny Evans.

Old Trafford boss Sir Alex Ferguson has been impressed with the Northern Ireland international’s progress and has tipped the 20-year-old to captain his country in the future.

Evans made his league debut for United against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, filling in for Nemanja Vidic who was suspended, and he produced an assured performance in the 1-1 draw.

The centre-back was also cool and composed against Celtic at Old Trafford in the Champions League.

Ferguson has been reminded that the youngster who came through the United Academy can be relied upon when Rio Ferdinand or Vidic are not available for selection.

Crerand, who helped United to league championship glory in 1965 and 1967 and won winners' medals in the 1963 FA Cup and 1968 European Cup finals, said: “Young Jonny was outstanding against Celtic, said Crerand.

“Some fans may have been a little nervous when they heard Rio Ferdinand was injured, but I’ve seen Evans play a lot for the Reserves over the years and he’s always looked a terrific prospect.

“He’s not fazed by the big occasions and hasn’t once looked out of place. Everybody at Old Trafford has high hopes for him and he has a bright future at United.”

http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/sp...-14020181.html

Epic · 31st October 2008, 09:08

So very true. I've been impressed with him everytime he's played this season. Very mature for a young player. He's got a hell of a job ahead of him, getting into the team in front of Rio or Vidic, who are in best footballing age and will play at the top level for quite a few more seasons. Hope he's got the patience.

Crustanoid · 31st October 2008, 09:16

Surely the 3 into 2 rule SAF is advocating for the strikers can apply here

Smash-E · 31st October 2008, 09:20

was hoping he'd start agaisnt West Ham... but Fergie opted to play Rafael instead - Different positions I know, but I mean in the one inexperinced defender

noodlehair · 31st October 2008, 09:21

He looked more than a bit dodgy against Chelsea, and had nowt to do against Celtic. Though to be fair to him, you'd kind of expect that of any player being thrown in suddenly for arguably the toughest fixture of the season.

He's also still to fully develop physically, which will make a big difference as a centreback

Colly · 31st October 2008, 10:04

He had a corker of a game against Celtic, but wasn't really tested to be fair. Still - it's rare to see a 20 year-old centreback with so much composure and intelligence. I think he has a great chance of making it. Always rated him way above Pique

Red Indian Chief Torn Rubber · 31st October 2008, 10:08

I agree with most of what has been said in this thread so far, states the chief.

redspoony · 31st October 2008, 10:13

I honestly think that in 5 years people will be rating him as one of the best centre backs in the Premier League.

What I like about him the most is his composure, he always seems to have time on the ball, and as such he doesn't panic.

Will be a quality player for us in years to come.

Ballache · 31st October 2008, 17:05

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Originally Posted by redspoony

I honestly think that in 5 years people will be rating him as one of the best centre backs in the Premier League.

What I like about him the most is his composure, he always seems to have time on the ball, and as such he doesn't panic.

Will be a quality player for us in years to come.

hope so...he has the talent thats for sure!

Red Pavan · 31st October 2008, 17:12

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Originally Posted by Colly

He had a corker of a game against Celtic, but wasn't really tested to be fair. Still - it's rare to see a 20 year-old centreback with so much composure and intelligence. I think he has a great chance of making it. Always rated him way above Pique

He has already made it and only remaning thing to see is if he can step it up and be recognised like Rio around europe.

Raven_Blade · 31st October 2008, 18:33

We have put our full trust in him and rightly so. Evans is beginning to establish himself as a trusted and capable centre back here. He will need to be patient because of the quality ahead of him in the pecking order, but many more chances will come this season. He just needs to ensure he is ready for every opportunity and doesnt let himself down. I have confidence in seeing him play for us now.

Colly · 31st October 2008, 18:37

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Originally Posted by Red Pavan

He has already made it and only remaning thing to see is if he can step it up and be recognised like Rio around europe.

Stepping up and being recognised like Rio around Europe IS making it in my book. Great young talent - long way to go

Dresilved · 31st October 2008, 18:53

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Originally Posted by Epic

So very true. I've been impressed with him everytime he's played this season. Very mature for a young player. He's got a hell of a job ahead of him, getting into the team in front of Rio or Vidic, who are in best footballing age and will play at the top level for quite a few more seasons. Hope he's got the patience.

Rio and Vidic have both suffered from battle fatigue for past 2 seasons towards the end, especially year before last when both had injuries around the AC Milan semis time, I would imagine having to carry an entire season from start to finish in 3 different cups can be a bit of a burden, wouldn't be surprised to see Evans feature in games like stoke or in FA cup and CL, aalborg etc, lessen the workload for those 2

Brwned · 31st October 2008, 19:02

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Originally Posted by Colly

Stepping up and being recognised like Rio around Europe IS making it in my book. Great young talent - long way to go

Being recognized as the best defender in the world is what you call making it?

Jesus christ that's some high standards. That must mean people like Brown and VDS still haven't made it, even at their age?

Instant Karma · 31st October 2008, 19:10

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Originally Posted by Brwned

Being recognized as the best defender in the world is what you call making it?

He hasn't been recognized as the best defender in the world though.

Evans is a great talent. Hope he gets to start a few more games.

Brwned · 31st October 2008, 19:11

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Originally Posted by Instant Karma

He hasn't been recognized as the best defender in the world though.

Fine, recognized by most as the best defender in the world over the past two seasons.

Better?

31st October 2008, 19:13

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Originally Posted by Instant Karma

I don't want to recognize him as the best defender in the world though.

Evans is a great talent. Hope he gets to start a few more games.

Fixed

Name Changed · 31st October 2008, 19:21

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Originally Posted by redspoony

I honestly think that in 5 years people will be rating him as one of the best centre backs in the Premier League.

What I like about him the most is his composure, he always seems to have time on the ball, and as such he doesn't panic.

Will be a quality player for us in years to come.

I think he will be even better. I think he has the ability to become one of the best in Europe. He just needs to develop more physically. He will definately be a quality player for us in years to come.

Gazza · 31st October 2008, 19:24

I'd like to see Evans start all our remaining Champions League games. Playing at Villarreal and Celtic would be great for him. And it gives Rio time to rest his back.

Colly · 31st October 2008, 19:28

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Originally Posted by Brwned

Being recognized as the best defender in the world is what you call making it?

Jesus christ that's some high standards. That must mean people like Brown and VDS still haven't made it, even at their age?

Well no, I was just using the previous posters words, but I disagree that he has "already made it" as was suggested...what's "making it" ? a handful of appearances - impressive or not - and you've "made it" ? I know Roy Keane certainly wouldn't agree with that

Brwned · 31st October 2008, 19:29

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Originally Posted by Gazza

I'd like to see Evans start all our remaining Champions League games. Playing at Villarreal and Celtic would be great for him. And it gives Rio time to rest his back.

I second that idea, but I can't see him starting against Celtic. If we win that game though I can see him starting thee other two.

Gazza · 31st October 2008, 19:31

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Originally Posted by Brwned

I second that idea, but I can't see him starting against Celtic. If we win that game though I can see him starting thee other two.

Probably right. After what happened last time at Celtic Fergie probably won't take any chances.

Brwned · 31st October 2008, 19:32

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Originally Posted by Colly

Well no, I was just using the previous posters words, but I disagree that he has "already made it" as was suggested...what's "making it" ? a handful of appearances - impressive or not - and you've "made it" ? I know Roy Keane certainly wouldn't agree with that

I'd agree that he hasn't made it yet. But the fact that SAF's already said "in a few years' time, he will be the first-choice centre half, there is no question about that." so he's not far off it.

Colly · 31st October 2008, 19:34

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Originally Posted by Brwned

I'd agree that he hasn't made it yet. But the fact that SAF's already said "in a few years' time, he will be the first-choice centre half, there is no question about that." so he's not far off it.

I don't disagree with that and I never did. The title of the the thread is Evans can fill Rio's boots. I said he had a great chance, which I firmly believe, to which someone replied back to me suggesting he'd already made it ! That's all.....

gaffs · 31st October 2008, 19:36

Have another drink Paddy.

Crustanoid · 22nd December 2008, 11:12

SAF is going to have to start integrating him more over the next few weeks so that he will be ready for a demanding two-legger against Inter, and to get him and Rio used to each other.

Do we think Vidic may have done himself more harm than merely missing the rest of the World final?

Escobar · 22nd December 2008, 11:19

Rio's boots are huge though. Big task for any other defender. Hope Evans can make it and yes, wouldnt be surprised if he gets more games to ease him in as Vidic will miss some CL games most likely

Crustanoid · 22nd December 2008, 11:21

He may not have to fill Rio's but if he does a good job filling Vidic's....

Pogue Mahone · 22nd December 2008, 11:22

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Originally Posted by Crustanoid

SAF is going to have to start integrating him more over the next few weeks so that he will be ready for a demanding two-legger against Inter, and to get him and Rio used to each other.

Rio can make anyone look good, playing alongside him, even Mikael Silvestre. And judging by how well Evans has already slotted in, whenever he's had the chance, I don't think SAF needs to do any kind of preparation for the game against Inter. Vidic and Rio can play every game together, right up until Vida's ban.

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Originally Posted by Crustanoid

Do we think Vidic may have done himself more harm than merely missing the rest of the World final?

Not sure you're looking for here. Unless a simple "yes" is an acceptable answer to your question?

moses · 22nd December 2008, 11:26

If you need a bit of objectivity regarding united ask Paddy Crerand!

(although he might be right)

Brwned · 22nd December 2008, 11:28

Rio and Evans have already played a few games together and they did well in those games so they should be alright.

He's definitely got the potential to be as good as Rio.

Name Changed · 22nd December 2008, 11:35

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Originally Posted by Brwned

Rio and Evans have already played a few games together and they did well in those games so they should be alright.

He's definitely got the potential to be as good as Rio.

Agreed.

Ekeke · 22nd December 2008, 11:42

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Originally Posted by Crustanoid

SAF is going to have to start integrating him more over the next few weeks so that he will be ready for a demanding two-legger against Inter, and to get him and Rio used to each other.

Do we think Vidic may have done himself more harm than merely missing the rest of the World final?

No chance. Especially if Evans plays like he did in the world club cup semi. Even if he plays as he did against Chelsea, Vidic will be back as soon as possible.

Pogue Mahone · 22nd December 2008, 11:46

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Originally Posted by Ekeke

No chance. Especially if Evans plays like he did in the world club cup semi. Even if he plays as he did against Chelsea, Vidic will be back as soon as possible.

Vidic isn't injured, you know, he's banned. How can he come back "as soon as possible"? He serves his ban, he returns. Simple really. Meanwhile, Evans has shown that he is plenty good enough to take his place, on a short term basis. Which we saw against Chelsea and every other time he's played this season.

Did you watch Pique last night? Shite, wasn't he?

el eric · 22nd December 2008, 12:02

Evans can do a job in beside Rio. I'm just hoping Rio doesnt get injured before the Inter game as we'd really be struggeling then. As Pogue said above its easy to look good playing beside Rio. Rio reminds me of Paul Mcgrath in that respect.

Striker10 · 22nd December 2008, 12:05

I was thinking yesterday about it and realised the thing had happned to me too. We've still wes brown! Evans can do the job but let's not forget wesley

Xander45 · 22nd December 2008, 12:21

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Originally Posted by Pogue Mahone

Vidic isn't injured, you know, he's banned. How can he come back "as soon as possible"? He serves his ban, he returns. Simple really. Meanwhile, Evans has shown that he is plenty good enough to take his place, on a short term basis. Which we saw against Chelsea and every other time he's played this season.

Did you watch Pique last night? Shite, wasn't he?

I watched the last 15 mins of that match and was laughing my arse off. Pique sent off for a laughable second yellow. Danny Alves rolling around is if pushed down a hill and Villareal having the finishing ability of a herd of yak!
Bloody hell the diving in that league is ridiculous, if anyone can find a video of Franco's tackle on Alves and the subsequent rolling it's quite a sight, rivals Eboue.

EZee · 22nd December 2008, 12:35

rafael evans and fabio...

that seems to be most of our defence sorted out for 10+ years

ehsanul · 22nd December 2008, 13:42

You have to remember vidic and rio will last for atleast 4 yrs as a partnership,and i don't think evans is as good as vidic,so can't really see how come he will be in the utd team permanently..

Danish Voice · 22nd December 2008, 14:22

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Originally Posted by EZee

rafael evans and fabio...

that seems to be most of our defence sorted out for 10+ years

I can't Rafael and Fabio play their whole carrer here.

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31st October 2008, 09:08	#2 (permalink)
Epic First Team Sub Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 7,000	So very true. I've been impressed with him everytime he's played this season. Very mature for a young player. He's got a hell of a job ahead of him, getting into the team in front of Rio or Vidic, who are in best footballing age and will play at the top level for quite a few more seasons. Hope he's got the patience.

31st October 2008, 09:16	#3 (permalink)
Crustanoid First Team Sub Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: SpoSpa revolution Posts: 6,557	Surely the 3 into 2 rule SAF is advocating for the strikers can apply here

31st October 2008, 09:20	#4 (permalink)
Smash-E Reserve Team Player Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Adelaide Posts: 2,599	was hoping he'd start agaisnt West Ham... but Fergie opted to play Rafael instead - Different positions I know, but I mean in the one inexperinced defender

31st October 2008, 09:21	#5 (permalink)
noodlehair Flexile Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: "What's that?" "It's the midi interface" "I know, but what is it?" Posts: 33,940	He looked more than a bit dodgy against Chelsea, and had nowt to do against Celtic. Though to be fair to him, you'd kind of expect that of any player being thrown in suddenly for arguably the toughest fixture of the season. He's also still to fully develop physically, which will make a big difference as a centreback

31st October 2008, 10:04	#6 (permalink)
Colly Reserve Team Player Join Date: Sep 2006 Posts: 1,839	He had a corker of a game against Celtic, but wasn't really tested to be fair. Still - it's rare to see a 20 year-old centreback with so much composure and intelligence. I think he has a great chance of making it. Always rated him way above Pique

31st October 2008, 10:08	#7 (permalink)
Red Indian Chief Torn Rubber Thus says Kemo Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: IhateMakeleles.Org Posts: 28,206	I agree with most of what has been said in this thread so far, states the chief.

31st October 2008, 10:13	#8 (permalink)
redspoony Reserve Team Player Join Date: May 2004 Location: "When Manchester United are at their best I am close to orgasm." Gianluca Vialli Posts: 2,524	I honestly think that in 5 years people will be rating him as one of the best centre backs in the Premier League. What I like about him the most is his composure, he always seems to have time on the ball, and as such he doesn't panic. Will be a quality player for us in years to come.

31st October 2008, 18:33	#11 (permalink)
Raven_Blade Attention Whoring Common Crow Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: You cant reason with stupidity. Posts: 25,080	We have put our full trust in him and rightly so. Evans is beginning to establish himself as a trusted and capable centre back here. He will need to be patient because of the quality ahead of him in the pecking order, but many more chances will come this season. He just needs to ensure he is ready for every opportunity and doesnt let himself down. I have confidence in seeing him play for us now.

31st October 2008, 19:24	#19 (permalink)
Gazza Magic Carpet Pilot Join Date: Jul 2000 Location: "The great thing about United, as a result of Matt Busby, is that they have a philosophy of a club that is very discernable. You know what Manchester United stand for." Posts: 26,019	I'd like to see Evans start all our remaining Champions League games. Playing at Villarreal and Celtic would be great for him. And it gives Rio time to rest his back.

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gaffs First Team Sub Join Date: May 2007 Location: K Stand / Curva Nord Posts: 7,997	Have another drink Paddy.

22nd December 2008, 11:12	#26 (permalink)
Crustanoid First Team Sub Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: SpoSpa revolution Posts: 6,557	SAF is going to have to start integrating him more over the next few weeks so that he will be ready for a demanding two-legger against Inter, and to get him and Rio used to each other. Do we think Vidic may have done himself more harm than merely missing the rest of the World final?

22nd December 2008, 11:19	#27 (permalink)
Escobar Poster originally known as Michel04 Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Federer-Land Posts: 13,672	Rio's boots are huge though. Big task for any other defender. Hope Evans can make it and yes, wouldnt be surprised if he gets more games to ease him in as Vidic will miss some CL games most likely

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Crustanoid First Team Sub Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: SpoSpa revolution Posts: 6,557	He may not have to fill Rio's but if he does a good job filling Vidic's....

22nd December 2008, 11:26	#30 (permalink)
moses thinking about mount olive Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Out the back having a crafty toke. Posts: 10,759	If you need a bit of objectivity regarding united ask Paddy Crerand! (although he might be right)

22nd December 2008, 11:28	#31 (permalink)
Brwned Even with a deformed penis, talks more sense than ILF Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Jairzinho: "When the ball is at Ronaldo’s feet it’s like the team has already scored half a goal." Zidane: "Scholes is undoubtedly the best midfielder of his generation." Posts: 23,586	Rio and Evans have already played a few games together and they did well in those games so they should be alright. He's definitely got the potential to be as good as Rio.

22nd December 2008, 12:02	#35 (permalink)
el eric Reserve Team Player Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Sunny Dublin Posts: 4,106	Evans can do a job in beside Rio. I'm just hoping Rio doesnt get injured before the Inter game as we'd really be struggeling then. As Pogue said above its easy to look good playing beside Rio. Rio reminds me of Paul Mcgrath in that respect.

22nd December 2008, 12:05	#36 (permalink)
Striker10 "Ronaldo and trophies > Manchester United football club" Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 9,532	I was thinking yesterday about it and realised the thing had happned to me too. We've still wes brown! Evans can do the job but let's not forget wesley

22nd December 2008, 12:35	#38 (permalink)
EZee First Team Sub Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Where Angels Play Posts: 9,510	rafael evans and fabio... that seems to be most of our defence sorted out for 10+ years

22nd December 2008, 13:42	#39 (permalink)
ehsanul Bestower of favours Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Man utd till i die Posts: 4,447	You have to remember vidic and rio will last for atleast 4 yrs as a partnership,and i don't think evans is as good as vidic,so can't really see how come he will be in the utd team permanently..