Wednesday 10 July 2013

Russia, Usain Bolt and Accusation of Betrayal against Manchester United?



Last week Manchester United Football Club (MUFC) announced a five-year sponsorship deal with Aeroflot, a Moscow-based international airline. Aeroflot is to become MUFC official carrier. It is believed to be a first of such deal involving Russian company. Aeroflot is one of the airlines with the youngest fleets (average of five to six years). While not much is known about Aeroflot in this part of the world, ManUtd.com reported close to 18 million followers in Russia. With Manchester United such a recognized brand globally, fans can take great pride with the club’s commercial achievement, with the hopes that eventually this will translate to reduction in the cub’s debt.
 

Leighton Baines for Patrice Evra?


The news reported that if Manchester United succeeded in their improve bid for Leighton Baines, Patrice Evra could be heading out of Old Trafford with Monaco, Evra’s former club highly likely to get his signature. For most Manchester United fans Patrice Evra has been of the unsung heroes of the title-winning squad including the league-champions league winning year.  His affection, his loyalty to Manchester United was almost second to none.

Monday 8 July 2013

Wayne Rooney to Barcelona?

One of the rather interesting transfer news lately concerning Manchester United involve the players swapping with Barcelona, Thiago Alcantara and David Villa going to Old Trafford with Wayne Rooney heading the opposite direction. Former red devil  Gerard Pique has openly suggested that Rooney would be most welcome and even has the chance to improve as a player.