Too Many Right-Backs Spoil The Broth (what do you think)
Thursday, 18 December 08, 11:38 AM · Comments(0)
As far as the centre of defence is concerned, United have a world class pairing in Rio Ferdinand and Nemanja Vidic, with young Jonny Evans pushing behind them. It's the flanks that have Fergie
miffed.
In recent weeks, 18-year-old right-back Rafael da Silva has exploded onto the scene, producing form and composure that would have any manager drooling. So where does that leave veteran duo Gary Neville and Wes Brown? Ferguson himself has claimed that the Old Trafford lifers have a real problem in the shape of Rafael, despite them being England's most accomplished right-backs at present. Skipper Neville is unlikely to abandon ship at 33, despite being loosely tipped to join brother Phil at Everton, but Brown is younger and, when fit, would start at many other top flight clubs. Perhaps he'll move on, but not yet.
On the other side, Patrice Evra remains one of the world's most accomplished left-backs. However, his festive ban – a punishment for his part in the Stamford Bridge brawl of last season – leaves only John O'Shea as realistic cover. This may not be sustainable, as it's questionable whether the Irish utility man could fill in for a longer spell. Luckily, Fergie has another ready-made sensation in Fabio Pereira da Silva, who could make the breakthrough once he shrugs off his shoulder problems.
In recent weeks, 18-year-old right-back Rafael da Silva has exploded onto the scene, producing form and composure that would have any manager drooling. So where does that leave veteran duo Gary Neville and Wes Brown? Ferguson himself has claimed that the Old Trafford lifers have a real problem in the shape of Rafael, despite them being England's most accomplished right-backs at present. Skipper Neville is unlikely to abandon ship at 33, despite being loosely tipped to join brother Phil at Everton, but Brown is younger and, when fit, would start at many other top flight clubs. Perhaps he'll move on, but not yet.
On the other side, Patrice Evra remains one of the world's most accomplished left-backs. However, his festive ban – a punishment for his part in the Stamford Bridge brawl of last season – leaves only John O'Shea as realistic cover. This may not be sustainable, as it's questionable whether the Irish utility man could fill in for a longer spell. Luckily, Fergie has another ready-made sensation in Fabio Pereira da Silva, who could make the breakthrough once he shrugs off his shoulder problems.
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ragini said:OMG I seroiusly hope he does stay at Liverpool 4 a decade! dt wil b amazing!!!!...
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