Manchester City defender Richards back on United list

032Devil · 12th May 2008, 07:07

DAILY MAIL:

Manchester United are set to step up their bid to sign Micah Richards from neighbours City, with the England defender's future at Eastlands looking increasingly uncertain.

Sir Alex Ferguson thought his immediate chances of landing Richards had been scuppered when the 19-year-old agreed a new five-year deal worth in the region of £2.3million-a-year.

But doubts over Sven Goran Eriksson's future and a belief that City may want to cash in on their £20m-rated asset to fund new signings have left Richards considering his options.

ALX8725 · 12th May 2008, 07:16

it's either Richards or Lahm.... no point in getting both

Trippin_Stoned · 12th May 2008, 09:40

I'd like to get Richards. With the turmoil at Man City at the moment it could be a possibility. As long as they don't ask for silly money, which they will do most likely.

Chris H · 12th May 2008, 10:20

After the way they capitulated at Boro today, and with Sven being booted out so that Shinawatra can score points with the Thai public, I won't be surprised if there are a lot of players wanting out. Dunne and Richards especially. Elano and Petrov would also be attractive targets for a lot of teams.

Drifter · 12th May 2008, 10:21

Go get him.Can play as Right Back,Central Defence and Midfield.Sort of utility player SAF loves.

Longsden_7 · 12th May 2008, 10:23

Would prefer Lahm, Richards is a better CB. But he is young and English which is much much better.

Vinay · 12th May 2008, 10:23

and one striker... That'll be sufficient.

Escobar · 12th May 2008, 10:28

Doubt City would sell to us or he would want to join us. And I'd prefer a proper RB anyways

gaffs · 12th May 2008, 10:35

Would be a great buy, for now and the future.

He was one of the best players i have seen play against us at Old Trafford this year - his performance in the derby was immense.

gulli_G · 12th May 2008, 10:50

ok i don't do rumours, but my brother's mate's, mate is a very good friend of Richards, and he said he wants to come to united.

Ekeke · 12th May 2008, 11:17

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Originally Posted by ALX8725

it's either Richards or Lahm.... no point in getting both

We'll get neither.

We'll sign a kid (who isnt anywhere near as high profile as Richards) to take over from Neville in a year or two, or we'll sign nobody.

Ekeke · 12th May 2008, 11:18

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Originally Posted by gaffs

Would be a great buy, for now and the future.

He was one of the best players i have seen play against us at Old Trafford this year - his performance in the derby was immense.

At CB... Yes he was amazing... But I quite like Ferdinand and Vidic, they are quite good...

Besides, I watched the match the next week and he made 2 awful mistakes leading to goals.

RedRover · 12th May 2008, 12:40

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Originally Posted by Escobar

Doubt City would sell to us or he would want to join us. And I'd prefer a proper RB anyways

I cant see why he wouldn't. Football is about success and given uniteds latest triumph and the Soap Opera that is Man city (which wil only continue as long as Thaksin remains teh woner) why not?

moving from City to United isn't as unlikley as moving from one of the top four and it would make snese for him not having to move very far.

RedRover · 12th May 2008, 12:44

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Originally Posted by Ekeke

We'll get neither.

We'll sign a kid (who isnt anywhere near as high profile as ichards) to take over from Neville in a year or two, or we'll sign nobody.

Why would Fwergie sign somone to take over from a player iin a year or two when said player hardly kicked a ball all season?

Its clear there's more than meets the eye to Neville's injury - he's been supposedly fit for weeks but wasn't even picked when Vidic was out and Brown had to move into the centre.

Even if he does come back he cant be relied on so its clear a good right back is a priority.

Domino · 12th May 2008, 12:59

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Originally Posted by RedRover

Why would Fwergie sign somone to take over from a player iin a year or two when said player hardly kicked a ball all season?

Its clear there's more than meets the eye to Neville's injury - he's been supposedly fit for weeks but wasn't even picked when Vidic was out and Brown had to move into the centre.

Even if he does come back he cant be relied on so its clear a good right back is a priority.

You're clearly thick. Why would Fergie throw Neville in at the deep-end when he has not even played a game for almost a year?

Ekeke · 12th May 2008, 13:03

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Originally Posted by RedRover

Why would Fwergie sign somone to take over from a player iin a year or two when said player hardly kicked a ball all season?

Its clear there's more than meets the eye to Neville's injury - he's been supposedly fit for weeks but wasn't even picked when Vidic was out and Brown had to move into the centre.

Even if he does come back he cant be relied on so its clear a good right back is a priority.

Because Brown has earnt himself a new contract playing in that position all season, Hargreaves has had great performances in that position against Barcelona and SAF has said that Neville will be first choice next season.

We arent signing Lahm this year - as much as I'd love it. And Richards is a CB.

Anduin · 12th May 2008, 13:04

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Originally Posted by Ekeke

We'll sign a kid (who isnt anywhere near as high profile as Richards) to take over from Neville in a year or two, or we'll sign nobody.

We already got the Brazilian twins for that case.

Ekeke · 12th May 2008, 13:06

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Originally Posted by Anduin

We already got the Brazilian twins for that case.

They havent even kicked a ball in the reserves yet. Fabio has big potential , but thats like saying we dont need a striker because we have Welbeck.

Amir · 12th May 2008, 13:07

There was no way Fergie would throw a player who hasn't played for a year into the thick of the action unless he had to.

devilish · 12th May 2008, 13:10

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Originally Posted by Amir

There was no way Fergie would throw a player who hasn't played for a year into the thick of the action unless he had to.

Dont forget Wes BrownI think that we should bring in a right back. Stating that our first priority should be in bringing in a new striker.

Amir · 12th May 2008, 13:15

Agree there, devilish. A striker is the number one target. We can't struggle another season (not bad for a struggling team, mind you) with two strikers and leftovers of Saha. Like I said on another thread, if Gary has a good pre season, then we can actually go on another year with what we've got at the back. We can play Gary, Wes, even Hargo if needed at right back. Though if we can bring a younger specialist right back it would obviously be better.

Can't see City selling Richards to us, anyway.

devilish · 12th May 2008, 13:23

I agree Amir

Domino · 12th May 2008, 13:28

Anyway, I dont want no one who does the Soulja Boy

a_devil_inside · 12th May 2008, 13:42

hope we don't sign this big lump, he's average at right back
Plus he just uses his speed to tackle opponents not skill

giggsyflying · 12th May 2008, 13:52

richards will be a good smoke screen as i dont think shitty will sell him to us but i do think we will sign a fullback cox we do need to have one
wes did a great job but still no good enough

Sam#1 · 12th May 2008, 14:18

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Originally Posted by gulli_G

ok i don't do rumours, but my brother's mate's, mate is a very good friend of Richards, and he said he wants to come to united.

Only in the transfer forum.

Cold_Boy · 12th May 2008, 14:48

After what we spent last year,Believe me we won't be spending anything close this year.

The financial situation doesn't allow us really unless the Galzers give money from their own pocket.

Cold_Boy · 12th May 2008, 14:49

Quote:

Originally Posted by gulli_G

ok i don't do rumours, but my brother's mate's, mate is a very good friend of Richards, and he said he wants to come to united.

golden_blunder · 12th May 2008, 14:54

It take Petrov off them though

Scholesy_LEGEND · 12th May 2008, 15:00

he wont sign. simple.

UnofficialDevil · 12th May 2008, 15:10

Richards please. We need English players at the club.

MrMarcello · 12th May 2008, 15:11

12th May 2008, 07:07	#1 (permalink)
032Devil First Team Regular Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 12,624	Manchester City defender Richards back on United list DAILY MAIL: Manchester United are set to step up their bid to sign Micah Richards from neighbours City, with the England defender's future at Eastlands looking increasingly uncertain. Sir Alex Ferguson thought his immediate chances of landing Richards had been scuppered when the 19-year-old agreed a new five-year deal worth in the region of £2.3million-a-year. But doubts over Sven Goran Eriksson's future and a belief that City may want to cash in on their £20m-rated asset to fund new signings have left Richards considering his options.

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MrMarcello First Team Regular Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Saha's hospital room Posts: 18,330	Next

12th May 2008, 07:16	#2 (permalink)
ALX8725 reyalP maeT htuoY Join Date: May 2007 Location: Would rather walk alone. Posts: 2,133	it's either Richards or Lahm.... no point in getting both

12th May 2008, 09:40	#3 (permalink)
Trippin_Stoned Reserve Team Player Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 1,251	I'd like to get Richards. With the turmoil at Man City at the moment it could be a possibility. As long as they don't ask for silly money, which they will do most likely.

12th May 2008, 10:20	#4 (permalink)
Chris H Reserve Team Player Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: If you say that you are mine...I'll be here til the end of time. Posts: 2,044	After the way they capitulated at Boro today, and with Sven being booted out so that Shinawatra can score points with the Thai public, I won't be surprised if there are a lot of players wanting out. Dunne and Richards especially. Elano and Petrov would also be attractive targets for a lot of teams.

12th May 2008, 10:21	#5 (permalink)
Drifter First Team Regular Join Date: Jan 2004 Posts: 16,013	Go get him.Can play as Right Back,Central Defence and Midfield.Sort of utility player SAF loves.

12th May 2008, 10:23	#6 (permalink)
Longsden_7 Reserve Team Player Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Didsbury, Manchester Posts: 696	Would prefer Lahm, Richards is a better CB. But he is young and English which is much much better.

12th May 2008, 10:23	#7 (permalink)
Vinay Muppet in Training Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: On a Rose-Hill Posts: 4,182	and one striker... That'll be sufficient.

12th May 2008, 10:28	#8 (permalink)
Escobar Poster originally known as Michel04 Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Federer-Land Posts: 11,624	Doubt City would sell to us or he would want to join us. And I'd prefer a proper RB anyways

12th May 2008, 10:35	#9 (permalink)
gaffs Reserve Team Player Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 2,193	Would be a great buy, for now and the future. He was one of the best players i have seen play against us at Old Trafford this year - his performance in the derby was immense.

12th May 2008, 10:50	#10 (permalink)
gulli_G Reserve Team Player Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: UK Posts: 1,353	ok i don't do rumours, but my brother's mate's, mate is a very good friend of Richards, and he said he wants to come to united.

12th May 2008, 13:07	#19 (permalink)
Amir First Team Sub Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Rehovot, Israel Posts: 9,949	There was no way Fergie would throw a player who hasn't played for a year into the thick of the action unless he had to.

12th May 2008, 13:15	#21 (permalink)
Amir First Team Sub Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Rehovot, Israel Posts: 9,949	Agree there, devilish. A striker is the number one target. We can't struggle another season (not bad for a struggling team, mind you) with two strikers and leftovers of Saha. Like I said on another thread, if Gary has a good pre season, then we can actually go on another year with what we've got at the back. We can play Gary, Wes, even Hargo if needed at right back. Though if we can bring a younger specialist right back it would obviously be better. Can't see City selling Richards to us, anyway.

12th May 2008, 13:23	#22 (permalink)
devilish Nationality: Italian-English, Maltese Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Cnut's home Posts: 17,351	I agree Amir

12th May 2008, 13:28	#23 (permalink)
Domino Reserve Team Player Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: London Posts: 889	Anyway, I dont want no one who does the Soulja Boy

12th May 2008, 13:42	#24 (permalink)
a_devil_inside Big footed hermaphrodite Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Little Britain Posts: 23,263	hope we don't sign this big lump, he's average at right back Plus he just uses his speed to tackle opponents not skill

12th May 2008, 13:52	#25 (permalink)
giggsyflying Reserve Team Player Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Football is not life. It is more than life. Posts: 1,428	richards will be a good smoke screen as i dont think shitty will sell him to us but i do think we will sign a fullback cox we do need to have one wes did a great job but still no good enough

12th May 2008, 14:48	#27 (permalink)
Cold_Boy Amit Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: somewhere i hate to live Posts: 9,379	After what we spent last year,Believe me we won't be spending anything close this year. The financial situation doesn't allow us really unless the Galzers give money from their own pocket.

12th May 2008, 14:54	#29 (permalink)
golden_blunder Admin Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Swimming against a tide of shite Posts: 42,921	It take Petrov off them though

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Scholesy_LEGEND Incorrigible pest Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: U.N.I.T.E.D, United are the team for me, with a nick-nack-paddy-whack, give the dog a bone, why don't Shitty fook off home! Posts: 2,176	he wont sign. simple.

12th May 2008, 15:10	#31 (permalink)
UnofficialDevil Reserve Team Player Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Love United. Posts: 1,364	Richards please. We need English players at the club.