21 Apr 2015 14:40:36
Afternoon ed's. A couple of rumours in the last couple of days. Albeit slightly suspect publications but a couple say that we have made a formal approach to bayern for lewandowski. And a couple of others saying we are looking at Jackson Martinez too. Remember reading somewhere regarding martinez that an agent or someone else frim Porto suggested martinez would be moving this summer. I've tried searching but couldn't find much on these 2 and can't remember them being in ed002's overall update.
{Ed002's Note - I am not aware of any bid from MU for Lewandowski and it makes little sense as he is not looking to move. Porto are prepared to cash in on Jackson Martinez with varying degrees of recent interest from Valencia, Inter, Arsenal, Roma, Napoli, Atletico Madrid and Juventus. However, whilst Porto will seek his full release clause of 40M euro but would likely need to settle for less (€36M for want of a number). Two bids from Juventus were turned down and Milan baulked at the asking price. This has left Valencia who are looking to make improvements again this summer, Napoli who have spoken with Porto and the player and have "broadly" struck a deal twice - but have struggled to get the detail finalised - and Arsenal who would need to match the Napoli deal. Spurs and Roma are still a possibility but the price will not be attractive. Atletico and Juventus have certainly moved on. His agent has sounded out Manchester United to see if they are interested.}
21 Apr 2015 16:59:48
For me we need a big, powerful forward at the club. Look at the influence Fellaini has had. I'd be happy with any of Lewandowski, Martinez or Cavani.
21 Apr 2015 18:30:09
Thanks ed.
21 Apr 2015 19:28:28
Also apologies for my drunken rant at you the other day. About a week ago and probably too insignificant for you to know which post. I can't Remember exactly what was in it but I know it wasn't very affectionate. Quite rightly the post didn't see the light of day.
{Ed002's Note - No problem.}