I don't think we will be getting a new right winger for a couple of seasons at least. Antony cost us too much and we aren't getting much back from him in the market so we're stuck with him. Amad is returning from injury and will be given a chance there. Pellestri is also knocking on the door and I feel he could be useful with a prolonged run - he's certainly shown more than Antony and Bruno this season when he's featured on the right. ETH also seems to like toying with Rashford on the right when Garnacho is subbed on and goes on the left. I feel we will be prioritising other positions first, such as RB and CB and we also need another striker. If Hojlund is unavailable we have to revert to Martial/Rashford up top.
The right winger market…
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In the latest episode of the United Hour Podcast, Nik (@Rood) and Jamie (@Vault Dweller) are here to talk about United's dreadful home defeat at the hands of Big Ange's Tottenham Hotspur. Should this have been the end of Ten Hag? How long does he actually have left? And does Nik finally want ETH out?!
Marcus Edwards has developed well in Portugal and might deserve a shot. Looks like a tidy player who will end up at City and everyone will say why we didnt sign him.
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Edwards is quality United should have signed him in the summer. Amorim's system for the wingers resembles United with being inverted and creating chances with reliance on individuality. Edwards / Olise should be under consideration. I'd imagine Olise would also be fantastic for Hojlunds movement with his ability to distribute the ball.
The market for the wide areas is one that will change this teams fortunes. Barrenetxea (left wing) is also the next one to come through very talented player.
We’re screwed if we don’t sign another RW. Unless Antony improves massively, you can’t expect top 4 with Amad, Pellistri and him.
Completely agree, and I'd love another RW, but I just don't see us getting one for a quite a while.
Just recall Greenwood in January or end if season if can't do it earlier. Is a joke we still need to look for a winger when we still have one of the best young prospect at the position.
Yeah. I mean the biggest issue is that we are absolutely useless at selling players. And of course that ETH would want his player to come good. Even if he accepts the mistake, us selling Sancho and / or Antony is a huge task. We’d probably end up replacing him useless players as well.
We desperately need a competent DoF or similar.
Who, Amad? A young prospect typically doesn’t get you achieving much unless they’re absolutely incredible and well beyond their years. Plus a strong system and environment helps.
You know what a competent DOF or Manager would do attempt to integrate Amad into the fold before deciding what needs to be done in Summer rather than writing him off completely he might surprise Us , this holy grail of top 4 would be death of this Great Club .
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Was referring to Greenwood. I can't understand why there is no issue with Partey playing while we have to freeze out our player. Don't wish to comment anything regarding his personal case but we should just keep it to football and be objective/realistic.
Exactly. We are probably going to get peanuts for both Sancho and Antony. I can't see any top club yearning for either and can't see either wanting to drop their huge wages here. And whilst ETH is here Antony is going nowhere, he needs him to be a success for his own sake. There is a lot of hype about Amad so he'll probably get a decent run when he returns. For now, and I know it's not ideal but I'd give Pellestri a good run of games on the right over Bruno, Rashford, Mount, Antony, or whoever else ETH has available. He seems persistent and hungry in closing down at least, and who knows with a prolonged run may even start producing more goals/assists. But yes RW is an issue that needs fixing, as well as quite a few other positions.
Leaving aside my disgust for him, how can you look at his form at Getafe and think for a moment that he is anywhere near the level of the PL?
Can we just buy Saka and forget about RW for 10 years?
Pretty sure if he comes here he’ll also “break”. There’s more chance of our signings failing than being successful these days.
Kubo is the most obvious choice, considering the style of play Ten Hag wants to implement.
Let's say he's for now a better version of Antony.
Let's say he's for now a better version of Antony.
I'm surprised with Girona's start to the season and his performances last year, Viktor Tsyhankov hasn't got a lot more mentions. Versatile as well, can play both sides. Really good technically, takes a decent corner - not really sure on his pace, but seems fast enough in la liga and in the internationals I've seen of him,
I agree.
Should we just start raiding Real Sociedad? They seem to be the Brighton of Spain. Ødegaard, Isak and now Kubo in just a few short years.
Isn't Kubo link to Liverpool as Salah replacement next summer?
If that happens I'm gonna scream. Literally the worst possible outcome!
I might cry if this happens.
He's the most obvious signing to make alongside Zubimendi. These 2 solve a lot of our issues.
Zubimendi has been linked to Arsenal and Barcelona for a while, but no action from these 2 clubs so far. Now he is also linked to Bayern.
You already took Rice, leave Zubimendi alone.
i believe that depends on the future of Partey, but if Bayern is interested i doubt Arsenal can compete.
If Antony continues this form and ETH continues to play him then he deserves to be sack. ETH doesn't seems to be sentiment, I think he is pragmatic so if Antony continues to disappoint then he is likely going to be a expensive sub. I believe will be given a chance once he is back and if he is similar to Antony then he or Pellestri will likely to be sold. We need a RW regardless of other holes to be filled, just look at our goals difference and tell me that other position are more important. RW and RB will be our top priority next season.
There’s a lad in Brazil, Mek I think is his surname. He’s a left winger I think but only 15 and looks incredible for his age. Definitely one to keep an eye on.
As for the right, we definitely need to sign someone unfortunately.
I like Kubo too from what I’ve seen. Bowen and Olise too. Can’t think of any others but I’m sure there are options out there.
As for the right, we definitely need to sign someone unfortunately.
I like Kubo too from what I’ve seen. Bowen and Olise too. Can’t think of any others but I’m sure there are options out there.
Should we be looking at players for ETH and his style in play?
Feels like we are in limbo atm as his job is safe, but also no idea if he's going to be here long term. Ownership issue needs finalising so we can crack on.
Given the greater pressing needs I don't see us going into the market for a RW anytime soon. If nothing else, surely ETH has to see that Garnacho is a perfect fit for us at LW and that Rashford should be given a run at RW. Antony need not bother lacing his boots.
What are our greater needs?
A CB for sure. Yes one could argue Maguire has regained some trust, but I don't see it for the long run.
A CDM without any question whatsoever. Casemiro may recover form, but we need a second CDM.
A backup striker. Martial is the embodiment of a mummified footballer and must be replaced as Hojlund's cover.
We could use some depth in various positions but I don't have a good handle on who's contract expires when.
What are our greater needs?
A CB for sure. Yes one could argue Maguire has regained some trust, but I don't see it for the long run.
A CDM without any question whatsoever. Casemiro may recover form, but we need a second CDM.
A backup striker. Martial is the embodiment of a mummified footballer and must be replaced as Hojlund's cover.
We could use some depth in various positions but I don't have a good handle on who's contract expires when.
Whoever this player is better be rapid and strong. Also need this player to be able to face up a defender and beat him with pace or trickery. I know that's really hard to find but Jesus we need this player.
If we want a more direct approach, then I would go for Kingsley Coman. He maybe tempted by a new experience a subsequent pay rise.
Edwards at Sporting
Kubo at Sociedad
Williams at Bilbao
Olise at Palace
That’s just off the top of my head then there’s the options we already have in recalling Greenwood or giving Diallo a proper run, how’s Raphinha getting on at Barca ? With their financial problems and him being proven in the league could he be an option ? Of the two Raphinha was the one to go with in a choice between him and Antony and also cheaper.
Kubo at Sociedad
Williams at Bilbao
Olise at Palace
That’s just off the top of my head then there’s the options we already have in recalling Greenwood or giving Diallo a proper run, how’s Raphinha getting on at Barca ? With their financial problems and him being proven in the league could he be an option ? Of the two Raphinha was the one to go with in a choice between him and Antony and also cheaper.
Nico Williams being the most obvious for me. I'd pick Pedro Neto ahead of him, but we don't need more injury prone players. Williams is a star in the making, so will probably end up elsewhere as we don't like quick wingers who are good dribblers.
I was watching some old matches yesterday and saw some footage of sharpe and kanchelskis. Proper United wingers, fast and not afraid to take players on. 
Eh? He's a right back isn't he? Maybe he's had the odd game on the wing but we need a specialist in that position. I'm all for signing him to replace Dalot though.
He is a winger. He was Bilbao's right winger last season, but started mainly from the left this season and has done really well.
I'm talking about Nicholas Williams btw, not Neco Williams
AhHe is a winger. He was Bilbao's right winger last season, but started mainly from the left this season and has done really well.
I'm talking about Nicholas Williams btw, not Neco Williams
I blame the almost identical name and similar age for the confusion. Was wondering why you were waxing lyrical about Forest's right back.He is a winger. He was Bilbao's right winger last season, but started mainly from the left this season and has done really well.
I'm talking about Nicholas Williams btw, not Neco Williams
Seen him reservedly he's in his last year of his contract I believe, so there will be a few clubs monitoring him including Barcelona.
I think he's a good shout but Edwards should be too with Kubo near about. Kubo would be fantastic in a team that creates overloads in the midfield (which United don't do). Edwards would likely walk into this side and thrive because of how similar his responsibilities are with with Amorim with what is expected of Antony under Eth.
Also, if his brother is anything to go by, his availability will be Bruno-esque.
Indeed. He's a decent player, but I think his younger brother has much more potential, and Iñaki will be 30 next summer. I think he would be a good addition despite his age, because of his versatility and Højlund shouldn't be playing every match for us at 20.
How much he would cost , what's his release clause because If I am not wrong don't think Athletic actually negotiate for transfer fees .
He has a termination clause at €50m so it's significantly cheaper than what Antony cost us, for example, and he has much potential. He is also versatile in how he can play both left and right wing.