PICTURE: O’Shea and Brown in Sunderland Kits

July 7, 2011 240 Comments

Author: Scott Filed Under John O'Shea, Transfers/Rumours, Wes Brown

240 Comments

July 7, 2011 at 20:26
MUFCJord says:
doesnt look right seeing these two in any other than a united kit! makes me so sad.
hope these two boys do well in all they do and i wish them every sucess!
Fergie knows what he;s doing by letting these go and i just don’t think they were good enough anymore.
MUFC <3
July 7, 2011 at 20:27
willierednut says:
Right Scott, stop this bloody torture!
July 7, 2011 at 20:27
smartalex says:
These pictures really make it hit home. How very sad.
July 7, 2011 at 20:34
magicinthe6 says:
could be a shirt of any stature….barca,milan,chelski, juventas, notts county……….just seems weird
July 7, 2011 at 20:34
chicharito14 says:
seeing Wes in that kit, doesnt sit right with me
July 7, 2011 at 20:35
CedarsDevil says:
Bloody hell, that looks weird
July 7, 2011 at 20:35
drtanmaykj says:
is sad.
July 7, 2011 at 20:35
bbabyj says:
Sad… :/
July 7, 2011 at 20:36
Dave Malaysia says:
@Fred: To answer yr comment on the other thread. U may be right about Berba. Or he may stay and be given a final chance. Time will tell.

For management, the first is the new reserve team manager to succeed Ole. Scholes and his new position, plus where Edwin or Gary may fit in.
July 7, 2011 at 20:37
Mikael says:
Agree with willierednut, this f**king hurts…
July 7, 2011 at 20:37
theboogeyman says:
This is fucking unnatural. I miss JOS!
July 7, 2011 at 20:38
wayne says:
next it’ll be pictures of wes and o’shea as babies in utd gear,1st birthdays utd cake,
July 7, 2011 at 20:39
WHAT ??? says:
Good on ya lads, you know how it is at United… Everybody goes.
But the fact they still have it shows their class. Good on ya lads!
July 7, 2011 at 20:40
Stenis says:
Tell me this is just some bad dream haunting me. Edwin, Gary, Scholesey, Wes and now Sheasy as well! I can’t stomach much more of this!
July 7, 2011 at 20:40
Jordan Moore says:
You can tell O’Shea looks uneasy in the photo.
I’m really gutted to see the pair of them go :’(
July 7, 2011 at 20:40
magicinthe6 says:
Question…..John O’shea scores a screamer from outside the box (imagine that) to beat us in stoppage time….your feelings?
July 7, 2011 at 20:41
mikekelly12 says:
It looks like some sort of sick joke!
July 7, 2011 at 20:41
heatz says:
Devestated to loose Sheasy and Brown, but hopefully the signings of Nasri and Sneidjer will soften the blow!

Good luck lads and thanks for the memories!!!
July 7, 2011 at 20:42
Ben says:
VERY SURREAL
July 7, 2011 at 20:43
Simmo says:
Sad to see Wes & John in Sunderland kits but it’s time to move on. Big challenges ly ahead and I’m sure Fergie will be up to the task. A lot of new blood in the squad is just what’s needed! Chances are we’ll meet Barca again soon. We need to make sure we don’t get tanked again.
Cheers to Wes & John! Enjoyed your time at the club! Good luck!
July 7, 2011 at 20:44
JR says:
It’s a sad day, O’shea has contributed to united’s dominance. Brown was as loyal servant for many years. Will miss them both
July 7, 2011 at 20:45
yeah thats right, huh ? says:
gutted for oshea…hope he comes back to coach at utd !!!
July 7, 2011 at 20:45
FletchTHEMAN says:
Bloody hell.

Right. So to the good news. Jones, Young and de Gea now have personal pages on
ManUnited.com. Start dates for all are listed as 1 July. Welcome to the club lads.

Questions to ROM
Is Patricio Pato Rodriquez signed?
July 7, 2011 at 20:45
hsn_666 says:
I’m gonna miss them so much. It hurts seeing them in another shirt. All the very best lads and thank you for everything you done at United.
July 7, 2011 at 20:47
marky boy says:
If only he would hang up the irish jerssy now.Best news all day,except for brown.Treated badly last few seasons.Gibson next now to stoke.
July 7, 2011 at 20:52
ken says:
Get over it. Jesus, time moves on. People are dying and people are crying over two average players moving on. United are winners because we move on.
July 7, 2011 at 20:53
The Fly says:
Wesley looks happy enough
July 7, 2011 at 20:54
CedarsDevil says:
I am going totally bonkers, so many threads and so many posts…. STR is like tropical rain, can be dry for a few days yet when it rains it bloody pours!
July 7, 2011 at 20:55
Dave Malaysia says:
@ken : good to see ur practical dude but a piece of advice never push peoples emotions aside like that .

no ones goin overboard ,just the sadness being expressed.

@smartalex: fine here dude, aprreciating the changes thats taking place.

got to sleep now dude,take care.
July 7, 2011 at 20:56
Billy-G says:
can anyone tell me which jersey number ashley young is going to use?
July 7, 2011 at 20:56
Matt says:
Opposition full backs will miss em too….
July 7, 2011 at 20:57
jezz09 says:
1M fee for brown being reported, surely we could have done better than that?
July 7, 2011 at 20:58
smartalex says:
Take care Dave Malaysia!
July 7, 2011 at 20:59
TonyBee says:
stop whinging Cedars …… goodbye Wes and JOS …..and hello (maybe) you Gooner fuck-wit…….

so fucking sad…
July 7, 2011 at 20:59
shabadu84 says:
just looks…off. best of luck to them though.

hopefully wesley sneijder and o’schweinsteiger can take their place in our hearts
July 7, 2011 at 20:59
CedarsDevil says:
ken

Its called sentiments, something which football supporters usually feel towards their players.
July 7, 2011 at 21:00
keano99 says:
A bit gutted but I hope fergie has a couple of midfielders to cheer us up. Goodluck lads thanks for everything ur both red legends in my book.
July 7, 2011 at 21:02
TonyBee says:
Biily G ….Young aint going to have a number….just his own name in MUCH bigger lettering on the back…..
July 7, 2011 at 21:03
Stenis says:
heatz: Sneijder AND Nasri? Maybe one of them, but I am certain we won’t sign both.
July 7, 2011 at 21:06
CedarsDevil says:
@ TonyBee

I heard your application to join the ‘clique’ was turned down, any specific reason buddy?
July 7, 2011 at 21:08
FletchTHEMAN says:
Don’t know about numbers, but I would guess DdG will get #1.
Word around Jones was that he asked for #4, Hargo had it last. Bit strange but that was the talk a couple of weeks past. Hope no one gets the 18 for a couple of years.

@Dave Malaysia
Agree with ya mate. Important thing about this club is to honor those who played. From the academy to the senior bench. Those who just turn on former players are missing a huge part of what this club is about for me. Hey, its a free internet. But there is a core on ROM who will understand where you are coming from and I agree.
July 7, 2011 at 21:11
FletchTHEMAN says:
@shabadu84 From your pen to David Gill’s mate. Ha ha ha !
July 7, 2011 at 21:12
DeanStrauss says:
Smalling at #6?
July 7, 2011 at 21:13
prasan_UTDfan4life says:
I am absolutely devastated and really sad to see Brown & O’shea leave! After seeing my favourite Scholesy retire, this is yet another blow which will take some time to sink in! Brown’s departure was relatively imminent but never expected O’shea to be transferred too..thought the lad had a good year or two to give us! We’ve lost a lot of experience this summer and seeing lads like O’shea and Brown leave, who are United through & through causes a lot of pain. As Balaji puts it so often, it feels like a part of your family has gone! All the best to O’shea and Brown though and I hope they enjoy a lot of success with Sunderland!

I’m sure Sir Alex has a masterplan up his sleeve and I reckon our transfer business is far from over. We’ll see some new names in familiar shirts, but the United spirit will never die! GLORY GLORY MAN UNITED!
July 7, 2011 at 21:21
Alom says:
damn… wish them both well..
its sad to see them go.. and its weird to see them in another club kit..

Imagine how weird it will be if they play against us..
July 7, 2011 at 21:25
Justin10RvN says:
dammit Sheasy was the last respectable Irishman United had, and a real professional will be missed, and im having trouble coping with us keeping uber useless Michael Owen and getting rid of Mr. Versatile John O’Shea, super gutted feel like a friend died, love O’Shea……good luck at……Sunderland………
July 7, 2011 at 21:26
WHAT ??? says:
The Nasri rumours are bollocks lads. We never made an offer, we only asked if he was for sale once and they said BUGGER OFF, so the 20-25M figure doing the rounds is from a Journos imagination, its not Arsenal’s asking price. If Wenger sells to an English Club its gonna cost more than that, plus Nasri was photographed in their away kit. He’s not going anywhere. They’ve refused to let Cesc go home to Spain for years, you really think Wenger would sell United his best midfielder at the first time of asking? Wouldn’t be surprised if him AND Cesc are still at Arsenal this winter. Besides, they paid fuck all for Nasri, so its not the end of the world if he’s being difficult and leaves for free. 4M a Season for a talented yet ungrateful Cunt and 12 months to replace him is good business. IMO they’ll either keep him or sell him abroad but no way he’s coming to us this summer.
July 7, 2011 at 21:27
stew moore says:
Good to see all these good comments about our new signing and how highly you rate them, good luck for the coming season and another prem success for yous
July 7, 2011 at 21:28
berbatunday says:
where is MG and his we will never die speech, disappointed really
July 7, 2011 at 21:34
Cyril Sneer says:
Obviously it’s always sad to see loyal players go but Sir Alex doesn’t take these decisions lightly. We have to evolve or get left behind.

Wes & John have both been outstanding players who have done a lot for the club and given their all, even at times when they’ve had a lot of criticism. Best of luck to both of them at Sunderland. I’m sure they’ll be alright with Brucie.
July 7, 2011 at 21:34
RJ says:
That’s fucking vile lads, bit of a downer on the day really…..
July 7, 2011 at 21:41
CedarsDevil says:
Cyril

Evening buddy, I was sort of looking forward to hear how your call with King Kenny went after he snapped Adam from under our noses!
July 7, 2011 at 21:42
Clint-IamYourPapii says:
Dave Malaysia Cracking post at around 8 on the other thread

Feels really wierd seeing seeing them two in another teams colours.
FUCK only feels like a week ago that I first saw them two and thought who the hell is this ginger mixed race kid and this lanky irish fella.

Now both are 30+ and off to our B Team. I wish both good luck & hope they help take points off our rivals
July 7, 2011 at 21:42
willierednut says:
WHAT??? – Don’t have doubts now! Shark boy will be among us soon!
July 7, 2011 at 21:46
slim says:
pictures hurt tbh, got a tear in my eye.at least Brown looks happy
July 7, 2011 at 21:46
True Storoy says:
Gutted.
July 7, 2011 at 21:46
evershine says:
One of the saddest story have read this year seeing wes and johnny in another club, if it was brown but john also is so so sad. United have lost within a period of 2months 5 experience players hopefully our pedigree will still be high. All the same best of luck for you two but not when you play against usedigree will still be high. All the same best of luck for you two but not when you play against us
July 7, 2011 at 21:47
CedarsDevil says:
Trust your Willie, he knows best
July 7, 2011 at 21:47
CJ7 says:
Sad day. Wes and Sheasy leave a big void.
July 7, 2011 at 21:48
Clint-IamYourPapii says:
BREAKING NEWS: Manchester United Win Race for Arsenal Ace Samir Nasri

http://www.skysports.com/story/0,16568,11761_7029152,00.html

The Lord has done it again
July 7, 2011 at 21:51
oluwasanmi says:
What a wonderful players they are.A coolheaded defender Brown and hardworking utility Oshea.Afterall Becham left United for Madrid.Nothing is permanent in life.Just wishing them well.I see Sunderland as Man U team B because of domination of UNITED Players in that team..What a wonderful players they are.A coolheaded defender Brown and hardworking utility Oshea.Afterall Becham left United for Madrid.Nothing is permanent in life.Just wishing them well.I see Sunderland as Man U team B because of domination of UNITED Players in that team..
July 7, 2011 at 21:52
slim says:
This is so surreal, even talkshite is bigging up the JOS and W.Brown
July 7, 2011 at 21:54
slim says:
i’m missing the irish man already. suddenly remembered JOS playing in goal against spurs i think it was and thwarting robbie keane. Priceless. Good luck sheasy and brown.
July 7, 2011 at 21:55
Irish Red says:
That is heartbreaking!
July 7, 2011 at 21:58
fergie is the boss says:
WHAT ??? – he is defiantly a united target, he is basically has good has scneijder for an asking price lower. But it will be difficult for united to get nasri, if wenger does not to sell that will be a sticky situation. But fergie has this way of getting his targets, and it would not suprise me if nasri becomes a united player
July 7, 2011 at 22:00
dimitri says:
this lads gave their best 4 manunited, its so sad seein them in another colour rather dan red. I wish them wellthis lads gave their best 4 manunited, its so sad seein them in another colour rather dan red. I wish them well
July 7, 2011 at 22:04
captaink9 says:
Wes looks happier than John.
July 7, 2011 at 22:05
denton davey says:
prasan @ 21:13: “I’m sure Sir Alex has a masterplan up his sleeve and I reckon our transfer business is far from over. ”

I’d have to imagine that you’re right on both counts.

What a difference a year makes:

OUT: RedNev, Edwin, Paul Scholes, Owen Hargreaves, John O’Shea, Wesley Brown and – maybe – Dimmy and Nani.

That’s a HUGE slash to the weekly-wage budget.

Today’s conflagration in the scorched-earth campaign is all about clearing up wage-slots so that the NewUTD can still operate at under 50 % of turnover. This element is probably at least as important as the capital expenditures on transfer-fees.

So, it would seem that the scorched-earth campaign has freed SAF to bring in some serious wage-earners. We know that Wesley Sneijder makes about 180,000 weekly and that Samir Nasri is looking for 115,000 every pay-day; what about the wage-demands of, say, Alexis Sanchez ? Daniele De Rossi ? Schweini ? or Modric ? Bringing in two of these guys will likely require that the 20-24th places in the squad will be filled by relatively “low earners” like Danny Welbeck and Tom Cleverley, and a couple of others. It’s going to be interesting to see how SAF chops-and-changes his squad in order to keep the wage-structure under the magic level of 50 % of turnover.

Also, don’t forget that there are already rumours that the Nike kit-deal is in the process of being re-worked and that will bring in lots more funds to boost the turnover. And, as well, UTD’s commercial income has risen very fast in the last few years. So, there may actually be more flexibility in accommodating several very-high earners. Interesting times.
July 7, 2011 at 22:09
willierednut says:
Mad rumors going around, Malaga have bid 35 million for Sneijder. Surely, he wouldn’t go there?
July 7, 2011 at 22:10
willierednut says:
denton davey – Nani’s going nowhere. I’m confident Berbatov will stay as well.
July 7, 2011 at 22:12
heinnlinn says:
I REFUSE TO BELIEVE THIS IS HAPPENING!
July 7, 2011 at 22:16
slim says:
Funny thought. I bet rooney’s giddy as a kid in a candy shop now that NOTW has been shut down.
July 7, 2011 at 22:16
fergie is the boss says:
denton davey – berbatov is defiantly a possibility he may leave if contract talks break down , nani no chance of him leaving what so ever. United’s model of letting players go, are either retired, and wanting more gaming time. Nani is 24 so there is years on the clock, but if united some how sign another wide player he maybe moved on.
July 7, 2011 at 22:17
bchilds says:
Doesn’t look right, take it down from the blog please Scott!
July 7, 2011 at 22:17
Fred says:
Looking sharp, fellas. All the best.
July 7, 2011 at 22:18
King Eric says:
Weird as fuck. All the best lads. United move on. Simple as that.

Slim. Yes mate it was robbie supports five clubs keane who he saved from. Thought it was hilarious to see at the time. Big john in goal.

Denton. I very much doubt nani will be going anywhere.
July 7, 2011 at 22:20
Balaji Sivaraman says:
@Papii, LOL, I see what you did there.

@prasan, Cheers for the mention mate.

As for on-topic, this about sums up general feeling to these two transfers.

http://nooooooooooooooo.com/

And, YES, I will never get tired of posting that link across multiple pages.
July 7, 2011 at 22:21
Zibbie says:
Boo who, sniff, sniff. Time comes for all good things to end. Fuck already, Big John as well.
July 7, 2011 at 22:23
WHAT ??? says:
@Willie, I’ve had my doubts mate, but you lot on here with your bloody clique got me caught up in the twinkled toed hype nah, despite my opinion I’d welcome him if he came, because I know how much care the Club take in introducing players. Not just skill but personality.

@FITB. I hear you but Wenger’s track record? Blood from a Stone mate. And 20-25M ain’t the asking price, thats speculation from the media. There is no asking price, cos Arsenal ain’t selling!

@Denton – thats a pretty big “maybe” mate! – Berbatov AND Nani? Top scorer and Top assists last Season? Nah, Berb next summer who knows, but the best Winger in Albion ain’t leaving.
July 7, 2011 at 22:23
willierednut says:
It just got interesting…
July 7, 2011 at 22:25
CedarsDevil says:
Interesting indeed, I am starting to have my doubts!
July 7, 2011 at 22:26
madmike91 says:
Thanks John for the last gasp winner at Anfield! Thanks Wes for the assist in the Champs League final. Really sad to see these two go, wish them all the best.
July 7, 2011 at 22:27
Balaji Sivaraman says:
@denton, Nani’s not leaving. The problems with accomodating players with high wages are two-fold: one we’ve got to be able to afford them which is not a huge problem now and two it mustn’t affect the internal wage structure.

No. 2 is a serious problem. I have no idea how much Vidic is earning right now but if we were to buy Sneijder and he is going to demand a wage that is second only to Rooney at United; when in terms of importance to the club Vidic is probably higher, then I am not sure how Nemanja will feel about that. That is the bigger concern with bringing in people on high wages.

Same goes for Nasri, if he is going to earn more than what, say, a Nani earns (I do not know the actual figures, just ballparking here), then that affects the entire structure of the club. It also affects the player morale if they know that somebody can suddenly come in and ask for huge wages when they’ve been patiently waiting for their chance for this much time.

And, that in turn, will affect our on-field performances. The reason an exception was made in Rooney’s case was that he himself had been here longer than our older servants and he was expected to take the club forward, so I’m sure not a lot of people would’ve made a huge noise about that. But if a new person comes in and affects our wage structure, I would imagine that would shake up a few pillars here and there.

I think that is why we never go for over-priced, over-payed footballers, no matter how good they may be.
July 7, 2011 at 22:27
fergie is the boss says:
WHAT ??? – 1 may leave but not both. But berbatov I could see leaving in the summer of 2012, the boss probably thinlks losing VDS PIG Gneville oshea brown hargreaves scholes gibson, that is a huge chunk of the side moved on, and losing anymore will be a huge gaping hole to fill.
July 7, 2011 at 22:28
WHAT ??? says:
Free Tommy Sheridan !
July 7, 2011 at 22:29
willierednut says:
WHAT??? – No Clique on here mate lol. The big problem, as you pointed out, is getting Arsenal to sell him to us. His nature pisses off a lot of people, but we’ve had our fair share of hated players down the years.
July 7, 2011 at 22:32
fergie is the boss says:
Balaji Sivaraman – I disagree, the irony of the rooney statement with his wages, he was demanding the club be more ambitious in his statement, that the club need to make more big signings which showed how awful of a decision from rooney to think of leaving. But players love to see quality brought in even if it means they get bigger wages. We do not want to sound like arsenal, lets not bring in big time players to rock the boat. If united want to stay on top, sometimes the quality brought in means united have to spend a little extra on wages, especially if these players are established has the real deal from other clubs
July 7, 2011 at 22:35
WHAT ??? says:
@FITB I said on another page, Berbatov, Hernandez and Rooney just about got us over the line and at times they looked knackered. Welbeck will freshen us up but to expect him to replace 20 odd goals is too much. The Mexican is class but a second season in England will be tough, so unless we replace Berb with an established Striker I can’t see us selling him this summer. I think he’s gonna hit the ground running in August I hope im right.
July 7, 2011 at 22:37
Balaji Sivaraman says:
@FITB, I am not saying we shouldn’t bring in quality mate. But, as I said, if Sneijder is going to come in and earn more than the club captain and pillar of our success, then I am sure it will not sit well within the players, not to mention Vidic himself. It is like any other workplace mate. If someone is more important than me, then sure he can earn more than me. But when I know that I am more important to my company’s success and I see someone who isn’t as much earning more than me, I am going to be a bit peeved to be honest.

That is why I feel we’re not going make these huge money signings. In fact, that is why we’ve never signed these marquee players, only made them ourselves so to speak. Of course, this is just my personal opinion here from what I’ve seen and observed over the years.
July 7, 2011 at 22:38
smartalex says:
‘It was the only place I was going to come,’ says defender
http://www.guardian.co.uk/football/2011/jul/07/john-oshea-manchester-united-sunderland
July 7, 2011 at 22:40
FletchTHEMAN says:
Gutted as I am, I still find it surprising that both Brown and JOS would land 4 year deals.
That is a big big plus that must have lured both our lads. Brown would best be year to year, JOS not likely to see more after his deal runs out. This is huge for both lads and probably tipped the balance for them. Fair play, plus they get to be with a strong contingent of former United men.

@DentonDavie, Agree with the points about the wages. Very interesting how this will play out. Feel this must mean that there is at least one major signing that is looking very likely. Bet we are paying De Gea a far cry less than VDS was pulling down. Funny how the PIG is starting to look like staying next year given all the assurances by ROMsters that he was out.
July 7, 2011 at 22:42
WHAT ??? says:
@Willirednut – and we’ll kill who ever says there is one haha, nah Nasri would look good in our midfield, can’t deny that. Malaga have money btw, they don’t win FA but they can afford top players. 35M is too much for him tbh, and then he’ll want ridiculous wages thats the only problem with Sneijder, or he’d be here now. True on the hatred, and any player who joins us, its the performances that change opinions, not names and reputations. I’d be fucking shocked if Wenger ever sold him tho, unless we send Keano round to dangle him outside a window by his ankle. Stranger things have happened in football!
July 7, 2011 at 22:43
fergie is the boss says:
Balaji Sivaraman – if the boss really does want to replace scholes, which is the second biggest task behind replacing the boss, then fergie and co are going to have to cough up, weather we like it or not unfortunetly, I do not think players think like that, but they know these players will help the club win more trophys, and players lke rooney and vidic are bigger than that. Fergie will not allow players to get so petty, that maybe someone else is on bigger wages, now if it was some unknown 20 year old on huge wages, I could see players having a problem. But not players like scneijder which the united players know they are playing with a fantastic player, even though he is not a natural CM
July 7, 2011 at 22:47
willierednut says:
WHAT??? That’s a good idea mate. Send Keano round to seal the deal lol.
July 7, 2011 at 22:47
RedMegleeker says:
I still don’t think they will go.
July 7, 2011 at 22:48
fergie is the boss says:
WHAT ??? – but the problem with nasri and scneijder, they are not natural CM players. that is why it does not make sense, to sign a nasri, or a wesley and keep berbatov. Because wesley and nasri rather play in a 3 man midfield, but berbatov would rather play in a 442, so there lies the problem. Is the boss going to really look to rebuild the midfield, and build the team around and rotate the team nasri nani young rooney and hernandez for the goals and assists, and sacrifice berbatov.
July 7, 2011 at 22:49
WHAT ??? says:
@Balaji – spot on mate 22:37.

Nasri is 24, he arrived at 20 and he’s had 3 seasons in the first team at Arsenal. Anderson has been in England one year longer, he’s but he’s one year younger, and he’s never been first team like Nasri has. Look at Cesc, he’s 24 and the only reason he’s considered “world class” is because he’s been playing week in week out for the past six years. Unless he was the new Pele Anderson at 19 was never gonna force out Scholes at 33, and even at 36 Anderson did not stand a chance at 22 without regular football. But now the Prince has left the midfield throne, I would much MUCH rather see Anderson given time at 23 to make the role his own. For me its Anderson > Sneijder > Nasri and if we don’t sign another player I’d still be delighted.
July 7, 2011 at 22:50
WHAT ??? says:
fookin sign!
July 7, 2011 at 22:50
Balaji Sivaraman says:
@FITB, Fair enough mate, I get your point. I guess maybe “I” just won’t like it if somebody like Sneijder comes in and earns more than Vidic who has been the epitome of our success in the past few seasons. I think maybe that is why I’m sort of against this whole idea of a insane wage player who knows.
July 7, 2011 at 22:50
Clint-IamYourPapii says:
Balaji- Its a genuine link buddy…its a conspiracy….fergie & whinger want to cause some transfer mayhem on 31st August because the rilvalries quietened down the last 6 years.

Expect trash talk from both like;

SAF: He’s mine wenger, im telling you, its over …the boy wants oot.
AW: Noo Way, Zis iz impozzible az long az im Manager of Arzenal
SAF; Wenger, I’ll send you Isreals finest wine laddie, just gimme the boy you snail sniffer
AW: If you do not meet £25M its iz a impozzible deal, tell me why do you want him?
SAF: He’s cheap and on the way down, legs are going and has lost a wee bita pace.
AW: You are ze Aweful Liar Aleex, Tell me ze Truth, why do yoo want ze petite prince !
SAF: You want the truth…YOU CAN HANDLE THE TRUTH !
July 7, 2011 at 22:51
smartalex says:
Samir Nasri has returned to training with Arsenal with the French midfielder currently content to play out the final year of his contract if the club do not receive a sizeable enough offer to tempt Arsène Wenger into selling him.

I’m linking it, but it’s all about arsenal.
http://www.guardian.co.uk/football/2011/jul/07/samir-nasri-arsenal-transfer-fee
July 7, 2011 at 22:53
Balaji Sivaraman says:
@Paul Parker, Yeah, that is kind of what I was trying to get at mate. Even Anderson and even Nani maybe (not a like for like) will personally feel they can carry the baton from Scholes and lead the team forward from mid-field. They’ve been biding their time long enough and now that all the oldies are gone, they finally get their time. But somebody like Nasri comes in and steals their place and wages, how are they going to feel about it. That is why I said it will affect the team morale.
July 7, 2011 at 22:54
Costas says:
Feels like bizarro world.

5 million pounds for both these guys. Great piece of business Brucey. Next year you’ll get Fletcher for 3 mil.
July 7, 2011 at 22:57
tolu united says:
best of luck to both of them
July 7, 2011 at 22:57
Red rob v says:
O’ and Wes were adequate and made some good displays, but they were paid a lot of money for doing a job – loyaly okay, but a job whatever and how you want to frame it after a beer or two.

They were never that great at all – they filled in nothing more and nothing less. Let’s hope they do well and score lots of goals against us, I.e for those who are getting a little too weepy about things. They are not going to starve! Let’s get things in perspective.
July 7, 2011 at 22:58
WHAT ??? says:
@FITB – Fuck Knows mate. Like I said Balaiji I’d be good with the three we’ve got, as far as attacking players go, people don’t even realise who we’ve signed in Young, so theres no point shouting about it. He’s scored and assisted more goals in the last three years than Nasri, he’s better on each foot, he’s faster, he’s got a better shot, and he can deliver a much better shot. If you asked me in May who I wanted out of Young and Nasri I would have snapped up Young. No Brainer, and at 25 he’s about to hit the prime of his footballing life. Its a fantastic signing as far as attacking options go. Him, Welbeck back and Anderson stepping up to the plate? We don’t NEED Snejider or Nasri per se, but if either arrived very few would complain.
July 7, 2011 at 22:59
fergie is the boss says:
Balaji Sivaraman – but where would wesley play? there is the ultimate problem. Obvious the 2 dream players to come into midfield that united should sign, would be a fabrigas or an alonzo. Because they have the discipline, teh cool heads and the great passing range to get the likes of young valencia nani rooney hernandez into the game.
July 7, 2011 at 22:59
Manuminati says:
Goodbye and Goodluck
July 7, 2011 at 22:59
CedarsDevil says:
Costas

Piss off and stop being a doom merchant!
July 7, 2011 at 22:59
GoatinaUnitedShirt says:
Nasri is not worth anywhere near 25million and its time people just gave that one a break. What has he acchieved. Had a half decent spell in Arsenal and as soon as Walcott was fit after his lay off he was axed by Arsenal and he sat on the bench. FFS he even got to sit when Rosicky had a spurt even as captain, lol.
Nasri is worth max 15million. With just a year on his contract max 7miliion. Thats his value, but what is more important is he isnt good enough to play for United. I’d rather pay Sunderland a couple of million and have JOS on the wing.
Nasri ha ha you bunch of deluded pricks
July 7, 2011 at 23:01
fergie is the boss says:
WHAT ??? – I still say we need a central player no question, would give my right arm for fabrigas, it would be brilliant of united could some how snap up xavi if barca want fabrigas that badly, but I think I am totally stoned for even mentioning xavi or fabrigas has a target
July 7, 2011 at 23:02
Balaji Sivaraman says:
Not a day goes by on ROM without someone mis-spelling my name.
July 7, 2011 at 23:03
willierednut says:
Blah!
July 7, 2011 at 23:05
GoatinaUnitedShirt says:
Balaji Sivaraman says:
Not a day goes by on ROM without someone mis-spelling my name.

Are you any relation to Sarah Silvaman
July 7, 2011 at 23:07
Costas says:
@Cedars

Remember where you heard it first.
July 7, 2011 at 23:07
Red rob v says:
Fergie is the boss – some people don’t have a right arm to give, but I suppose there’s no arm in saying it but untd would never want fab – too clever by half.
July 7, 2011 at 23:08
fergie is the boss says:
Balaji Sivaraman – hahaha. Yea true on you have a grudge with players having more wages than the established. The midfield needs that one extra body, even though cleverly and welbeck have returned, it is still a worry.

But we do currently have allot of goalscorers, and potential ones
in young nani valencia rooney hernandez berbatov owen and the potential in welbeck and cleverly
July 7, 2011 at 23:08
sikh-red says:
Good servants ,

.loyal to the end ..

sad to see them both go ..

like they say it is wierd to see them both in another kit but ours

sad day

In fergie we trust

T
July 7, 2011 at 23:14
The team that wouldn't die says:
Sad to see John O’Shea go.
Maby we need to be less selfish? He’s earned the right to play every game. I don’t blame SAF for letting him go on the cheap. His contribution over the years have been ever present and with a true red heart.
I still don’t get why Jenas was voted Young player of the year in 2003. John O’shea was best by a mile!

Off topic: City are naming the Council house after the Abu Dhabai airline. Don’t remeber the name. Will give them £100m if Platini don’t stop them. Hope we never get there. Selling your stadium name is like changing your last name when you marry a girl…
July 7, 2011 at 23:15
CedarsDevil says:
Willie

Turns out that the guy in question is a fucking weirdo, I for one was fooled for sure….

Costas

Again piss off! Had enough gloomy pictures for one day!
July 7, 2011 at 23:18
Cyril Sneer says:
@ Cedars – Hi mate, Kenny has indeed been in touch and I expect the Boss to clear a report very soon. In case you missed it, we recently found out that the Bitters are running some unusual training courses:

http://agentoffergie.blogspot.com/2011/07/lower-education.html
July 7, 2011 at 23:19
mickjk says:
sad sad times. We’re in the midst of the biggest change of them all. How many players do we have now that truly are of the united mould. What a season. It’s thrown me in to disarray. It’s just a business. Passion and loyalty is all i want. O’Shea and Brown i’m sorry to see you go. You’re loyalty, commitment and passion knew no bounds.
July 7, 2011 at 23:20
willierednut says:
Cedars – A screw loose?
July 7, 2011 at 23:22
smartalex says:
Hargreaves, 30, was given his England debut by Eriksson in 2001 and would be the most high-profile recruit in a bonanza of spending never before seen in the Championship.
“I saw his videos and if he wants to come here I will open the door and stand and wait for him in the door,”
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/teams/leicester-city/8624390/Manager-Sven-Goran-Eriksson-wants-Manchester-United-reject-Owen-Hargreaves-at-Leicester-City.html

I know it’s not nearly United news, I’m just really happy that Owen Hargreaves has suitors,
even if it is Sven!
July 7, 2011 at 23:22
Warwick says:
Shit this is wrong to see them in defferent shirts
July 7, 2011 at 23:23
CedarsDevil says:
I URGE everyone to read that link provided by Cyril, his blog is a fucking piss take of the highest order…

Cheers buddy
July 7, 2011 at 23:24
catotraa says:
As always, in SAF we trust. But that doesn’t make this hurt any less.. Whats next, are we gonna sell Park as well now?.. Or is he gonna fill in at right back, lol! Did ok against Werder Bremen i recall x)

But seriously, just looks wrong!
July 7, 2011 at 23:26
CedarsDevil says:
Willie

Having read though the posts and tried my bit, its more like no screws at all
July 7, 2011 at 23:27
Costas says:
@Cedars

Trust me mate. On days like this, only sarcasm and moaning gets me through. You lot are in for plenty of it over the next few days.

@catotraa

Ah yes. I was wondering who we were going to sell to Sunderland along with Fletcher next summer. Park it is! For a combined total of 4 million.
July 7, 2011 at 23:30
smartalex says:
if indeed our two ex-defenders have received 4 year deals, that is a big enough financial commitment for Sunderland without adding in fancy prices. It’s their silk parachute!
July 7, 2011 at 23:34
The truth says:
Nasri is too pricey, imo. He is on the Last year of his contract and the numbers being thrown around are a lot more than he is actually worth.

Nani > Nasri any day.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Toa3NVv4OIY

Having seen this video, I still cant believe some people genuinely think that this team is the worst man united team ever.
July 7, 2011 at 23:35
captaink9 says:
Bruce seems to have a good wee clique of players. Shame all cliques weren’t as good.
July 7, 2011 at 23:40
willierednut says:
What a boring prick.
July 7, 2011 at 23:41
Costas says:
Shame when you have nothing to contribute you bitch about the clique.
July 7, 2011 at 23:41
DeanStrauss says:
Harry Redknapp on Sky:
“John O’Shea is a top, top lad. I tried to sign him myself, you know!”
July 7, 2011 at 23:43
MUFC-STRONG says:
WHY OH WHY OH WHY
guess fergie is definatley rebuilding this squad
July 7, 2011 at 23:43
Balaji Sivaraman says:
So, uh, guys, I sent my application over a few months ago and still haven’t heard back yet. Am I inducted into the clique or not? What the fuck is going on?

If I leak all the stuff that happens in one of these clique induction programs, your operation would get shut down, you do know that, don’t you. So better get me in before it’s too late.
July 7, 2011 at 23:44
CedarsDevil says:
K9, bitch, must be in heat
July 7, 2011 at 23:45
Balaji Sivaraman says:
@DeanStrauss, I nearly choked on my soft drink here.
July 7, 2011 at 23:48
CedarsDevil says:
Balaji

Soft drink? Whats that diet coke? Never took you for a pussy!
July 7, 2011 at 23:48
Legends says:
as said legends
July 7, 2011 at 23:49
Costas says:
@Balaji

I thought we already inducted you. It’s pretty simple. You just have to reassure us that you post comments only under one username and that you won’t act like a prick.
July 7, 2011 at 23:52
Fred says:
Too late. I’ve seen him post as Sivaraman, Silvaraman, Silvarman, etc…
July 7, 2011 at 23:55
Balaji Sivaraman says:
@Costas, Ah ok, my bad then. I guess I never got that memo.

@Fred, You forgot Bajali, Balaiji, Bolaji, Bilaji and so on. I guess I’ve just been fired then.

@Cedars, Pepsi actually. Strictly a soft-drinker mate.
July 7, 2011 at 23:57
CedarsDevil says:
Fred is the official ‘clique’ PI
July 7, 2011 at 23:59
smartalex says:
Balaji Sivaraman and Fred bringing the house down!
July 8, 2011 at 00:00
slim says:
Fuck. i’m sick of hearing about nasri and Sneijder.
July 8, 2011 at 00:00
smartalex says:
I liked the comments earlier about their smiles, well Wes’ anyway!
July 8, 2011 at 00:01
smartalex says:
John’s mouth looks as if it was drawn on.
July 8, 2011 at 00:02
Balaji Sivaraman says:
@smartalex, That Wes Brown photo is ripe with opportunity to become an Internet Meme if someone took the time.
July 8, 2011 at 00:02
CedarsDevil says:
Balaji

Go to bed, must be close to 3 AM at your place…. Worry not though, the elite members of the ‘clique; will look into your application in due course…. Sir Kings and Sir King Eric are busy at the moment, we do need their signatures on any new applicants
July 8, 2011 at 00:05
Sheasy Baby says:
pics just arent right…those lads need to be in manhester red
July 8, 2011 at 00:09
smartalex says:
Balaji Sivaraman, I was picturing the Sunderland supporters looking at their 2 players in red and white holding up the Premiership trophy. They are rocking right now!
July 8, 2011 at 00:11
MG says:
Oh boy this blog just goes all over the place!

Well Cedars my good man you missed my brief cameo – and I couldn’t help it – but their you go – I wonder where crooney fucked off too

Anyways it’s time to go – I think I’m officially handing over the comedy routine to Cyril – I’ll have to deal with the serious stuff

Berbatunday said where is MG.

Well my good friends Reds

The world doesn’t hear until you say something. It cannot see until you show something. It cannot feel until you give it a reason to…

Right here amongst the many of us we can share something that is truly unique – win lose or draw we are

United

And we are lucky that we can share our club together…

19 and goodnight MG bows to his Red family – time to write on…
July 8, 2011 at 00:13
willierednut says:
Happy birthday to me

Happy birthday to me

Happy birthday, WillieRedNut

Happy birthday to me!

Thank you thank you!! I love you all! I’ve come to spread peace!

I’m going to bed now. It’s not easy hitting 34! Oh my back!
July 8, 2011 at 00:16
MG says:
Wait I saw that

Happy Birthday to my good friend willierednut

Just a tad younger than me my good man…

19 Reds and now I’m gone!
July 8, 2011 at 00:17
united.george says:
Sheasy does not look right in the red stripes……

Anyway, congratulations to both of them for joining Olympiakos.

In 6 days we play our first pre season game!! Rejoice!
July 8, 2011 at 00:17
Balaji Sivaraman says:
WTF. You guys are seriously old.

I’m probably one of the younger lads here.

Happy B’Day Willie. Don’t forget those cupcakes from Nigella.
July 8, 2011 at 00:18
bobbycharlie1968 says:
So fucking gutted to see two truly loyal servants leave. Especially Sheasy, what a player he was for us. On the plus side, yet another hilarious bitter idea!

http://www.metro.co.uk/sport/oddballs/868598-manchester-city-pimped-up-tribute-car-is-a-50-000-bit-of-blue-bling

Jesus, they have Tevez on the car for fucks sake, how small time can you get.
July 8, 2011 at 00:19
CedarsDevil says:
Happy FUCKING birthday Willie ………… Chuffed to bits for you, and what on earth are you doing going to bed on your big night?

Starting to talk about back pains already are you? hahaha

Best wishes buddy
July 8, 2011 at 00:20
smartalex says:
Happy Birthday willierednut!

Tremendous! We must party! Happy Birthday!

Yeah! Let’s rock this site’s socks right off!
July 8, 2011 at 00:21
CedarsDevil says:
Balaji

If you think Willie is old then you seriously do not want to know my age!

MG

Missed you my friend, we need you here
July 8, 2011 at 00:21
slim says:
Happy Birthday willierednut. And it falls on a Friday too. Awesome. I bet TGIF never sounded so appropriate.Many happy returns
July 8, 2011 at 00:22
Costas says:
Happy Birthday willie! All the breast…I mean best.

@united.george

Lol, no kidding. With these ridiculous transfer fees, they might as well have joined Olympiakos.
July 8, 2011 at 00:23
Balaji Sivaraman says:
@Cedars, Ha, I was including you in that list buddy. You already let slip your age somewhere in one of our discussion when you were talking about visiting OT. That is why I said I am “almost” half your age.
July 8, 2011 at 00:24
Rai says:
Willie – Happy birthday mate!!!

Zibbie – Boo Hoo indeed…go fuck yourslelf uou glory hunting cunt
July 8, 2011 at 00:27
jk47 says:
best of luck at Man Utd B team….
July 8, 2011 at 00:29
smartalex says:
willierednut, yes, you too.

You’re the real thing
Yeah the real thing
You’re the real thing
Even better than the real thing
Child…

We’re free to fly the crimson sky
The sun won’t melt our wings tonight

Even better than the real thing
July 8, 2011 at 00:30
CedarsDevil says:
Balaji

As I said on another thread you must be 12 then, you see i am still only 24!! hahaha
July 8, 2011 at 00:39
Cyril Sneer says:
Willie – in the words of Kenny Dalglish: Happy fuckin’ Birthday! Where’s mah fuckin’ whiskey?

MG – Please don’t make me have to deal with Arry too, I have enough problems with ‘the king of anfield’
July 8, 2011 at 00:50
Rai says:
Willie as an honest Irishman where will the birthdy drinks be held?
July 8, 2011 at 01:10
Fred says:
Happy Birthday, Willerednut!! Have a great day, good man!
July 8, 2011 at 01:31
Clint-IamYourPapii says:
Happy Birthday WileyBrazilNut …You are an imposter !

Im gonna miss O’Shea as much as i still Miss seeing lads like Ruud,Ole Gunnar,Keano. But not as much as Cantona,Scholes,Nev,Robson, brucey and Hughes.
July 8, 2011 at 01:43
Clint-IamYourPapii says:
Can anyone tell me if the following reserves are in the same bracket as Tunnicliffe,Morrison &Pogba.
It would be helpful if someone could fill me on these lads, havent seen reserve football in 2 years.
Disgraceful in my own opinion

Reece Brown*
Oliver Gill*
Scott Wootton
Danny Drinkwater*
Norwood
Joshua King*
Will Keane

I get a feeling that the guys with stars will be the only ones to get opportunities.
July 8, 2011 at 02:03
berbatunday says:
Happy bday willie
July 8, 2011 at 02:07
Lovin' United says:
Just one thing.

Bruce has one hell of a defense next season!
July 8, 2011 at 02:32
KingOfStretfordEnd says:
Oh how I hate this so much, it just feels so wrong. All the best to Sheasy and Wes, and i’ll be supporting them and loving them all the same cos whatever they’ve given to us all these years are priceless. They’ll get wonderful reception whenever we meet. Ah i hate this, but well, sometimes moving forward could mean experiencing pain in the present.
July 8, 2011 at 02:48
Mannisareddevil says:
sad to see the pair go i wish they stayed. i would have love to see Jonny Evans & Darron Gibson go instead.
July 8, 2011 at 02:59
Btmcmul1 says:
This is a very sad day indeed. Hopefully the money acquired will be invested into a solid CM player. But still, nothing can ever beat a loyal player, not all the money in the world can buy that.
July 8, 2011 at 03:48
T4M says:
Looks photoshopped.their sales hasn’t registered with me yet.
July 8, 2011 at 03:51
K-Man says:
not cool man!

best of luck to you both
July 8, 2011 at 03:55
Samuel - united WE stand says:
Money acquired? it was 1million for big bad wesley so you’ve lost me with the gathering money part.
July 8, 2011 at 04:06
United4ever says:
This picture is just wrong
First edwin,gary,and scholes now Wes and o’shea I don’t know how much more I can take best of luck to them
July 8, 2011 at 04:31
S18 says:
Awkward, weird, different..and its just not right seeing them in other kit than United…they wish them retired istead of moving away…However, we know they knew the club’s history and expectation..its in grind in both of them…they just sacrifice themself for the sake of their love to MUFC continual success…

Wish both of em success in taking off points over all our rivals…Good luck Wesley, Good luck Sheasy!!!

Damn!! Both of ‘em av the BEST chants ever!!! We’re gonna MISS em SO MUCH!!

WES, JOHNNY U R OUR UNSONG LEGEND!!!
July 8, 2011 at 04:48
Ash says:
Willie-Happy birthday you true red.
@Clint
Will keane is also a good player.Frankly speaking the lad is a natural goal scorer.would be disappointed if he is not given a chance.He maybe lightweight but he will gain weight.
July 8, 2011 at 05:02
Ash says:
Its never great to see our players in other teams shirt especially those players who have been wearing them for almost a decade,
All the best to them.
I believe we will be signing a defender.Remember we were after varane so I won’t be surprised if we buy one defender.But honestly i would like to see our academy defenders given chance.Oliver gill,reece brown,Tom thorpe and fornaiser.Lets give chance to these players instead of buying one.
As far as midfielder goes I agree with Many that anderson will finally show his worth.I have full faith on the lad and hope he is our solution for the midfield problems.But i still feel we will buy atleast one mid fielder.Maybe sneijder.
July 8, 2011 at 05:22
Anon Devil says:
Sad? Devastated?
SUMO. Shut Up and Move On.
this coming season, da silvas will make sure those 2 will be well and truly forgotten.
July 8, 2011 at 05:24
wiuru says:
Can only wish them both well ,they have claimed a place in my memory and a well deserved place in the history of our great club .
July 8, 2011 at 05:39
ManchestHairUnited says:
well let’s sell berba then! man…and get a damn decent holding fielder
July 8, 2011 at 05:41
sandeep1878 says:
Happy bday Willie..

may god bless you with all your wishes..

keep rocking u ROM babe..

have a wonderful day…

###########

good luck wes and JOS
July 8, 2011 at 06:59
dazbomber says:
@willierednut-Happy birthday mate
July 8, 2011 at 07:17
catotraa says:
Happy birthday Willie:)

(It’s not like you know me, but I see you posting here all the time)
July 8, 2011 at 07:18
catotraa says:
Posted this on the JOS “farewell”-comments from SAF, reposting it here.

Shit.. did you know guys, that since RedNev retiered this season, and with all the players that have left since then up to now, we’ve lost 2299 games of experience?

Paul Scholes, 676. Gary Neville, 602. John O’Shea, 393. Wes Brown, 362. Edwin van der Sar, 266.
2299 games! (And that is not counting Bebe, who played a couple of times)

Now I’m absolutely horrified for next season! What the fuck Sir Alex?
YOU CAN’T WIN ANYTHING WITH KIDS!!
July 8, 2011 at 07:38
Paul H says:
Time for some comedy to lighten the mood.

http://www.metro.co.uk/sport/oddballs/868598-manchester-city-pimped-up-tribute-car-is-a-50-000-bit-of-blue-bling

Has anyone done anything similar on here? I think not. Scarves our the window is one thing, but this?
July 8, 2011 at 07:46
Notey90 says:
@Willierednut…..Happy birthday on this beautiful day, We wish you the best without any delay, Hope you enjoy it from beginning till end. Here’s a hug and kiss, we’re ready to send!

@Babatunde & Sanmi, how u dey now? Good people-Great Nation!

Rise up Ando, this is your year.

Wishing all u Red a super weekend.
Cheers.
July 8, 2011 at 08:01
King Eric says:
Paul H – Morning mate. Saw those fucking clowns on sky last nigjht. Even had a pop about Manchester being blue. The sheik’s face is all over the back. They called Tevez a legend and said its “typical mad city”. Oh yeah craaaazy City. Fucking idiots.

Anon Devil – You may forget them pal, I certainly wont. Two top lads.

Willie – Happy Birthday me old mucker. Have a good one pal.
July 8, 2011 at 08:16
RedManWalking says:
‘Ello everyone – Long time no see…

So, what’s new? Been pretty out of touch with RoM for some time now…
July 8, 2011 at 08:17
Paul H says:
Morning King Eric. I can picture then now in a traffic jam on Chester Rd on derby day. Better get the hood up boys.

Right, I’m off to recreate the United Chippy artwork on my ride, complete with Uncle Malc winking on the back
July 8, 2011 at 08:19
RedManWalking says:
Happy (if I am too late, Belated) B’day Willie!
July 8, 2011 at 08:21
RedPharoe says:
Gonna miss JOS the most. The best utility man in th world.
Its also sad to see Wes go, top class player.
I wish them all the best in Sunderland.
July 8, 2011 at 08:22
RedManWalking says:
When is the first match of pre-season? No Football is killing me!
July 8, 2011 at 08:28
Corea says:
Sunderland games next season now must watch more than ever.
Hope Frazer also comes back from his bad bad injury.
Viva United. Via Wes, Viva John.
July 8, 2011 at 08:31
Corea says:
Happy birthday, WillieRedNut! Good man ? Most of the time i guess lol.
Have a great one fella.
July 8, 2011 at 08:39
jim says:
Happy birthday, Willierednut, enjoy!!! never seen a redder nut in my life!!
July 8, 2011 at 08:49
Mykidscalledcantona says:
You no its funny as we were all in agreement that they wernt good enough yet now they’ve gone it feels so wrong..I mean of it was Gibson and carrick it wouldn’t b that bad but these r 2 of r most loyal servants and it just feels that something has been ripped from the team and with the ginga ninja, big Nev, van the man gone it feels like much..I just hope we get the big central midfielder we r lookin for as I think we need both nasri and sneijder..my opinion..good luck sheasy and browner wish u all the best and can’t wait to here the fans give u a huge cheer on ur return to old Trafford as u deserve it..fergie sign them back.lol
July 8, 2011 at 08:56
paulj20 says:
All the best John and Wes, united legends!
July 8, 2011 at 09:04
Costas says:
@Mykidscalledcantona

Actually mate I don’t think we all agreed that they weren’t good enough. They had to be good enough to be with this club for 13 years and play close to 400 games for us. Brown, O’Shea and Fletch were this team’s heart in a way.
July 8, 2011 at 09:08
Devil310 says:
@willie

Happy Birthday!!….mine is tomorrow so I’ll make sure to have a drink for you mate.

If anyone is in Los Angeles, CA, we’ll be celebrating my 32′s at the Villains in downtown. Come on by, cool little joint with nice live music. you’ll have a good time
July 8, 2011 at 09:19
mikekelly12 says:
Costas – Well said mate, I was thinking the exact same thing. Anybody who has spent the length of time they have, playing pretty regularly for the greatest club side in the worl can’t be all bad. Perfect pro’s and an example of how to conduct yourself. Good look boys.

Off topic, more evidence of City’s small time mentality…

http://sport.uk.msn.com/football/news/adebayor-launches-attack-on-city
July 8, 2011 at 09:20
SirAlex'sSon says:
Happy birthday willie, and best of wishes my friend. Happy birthday willie, and best of wishes my friend.
July 8, 2011 at 09:21
Mykidscalledcantona says:
@costas

Ok maybe not every1 but nearly.lol..I see wat ur sayin mate and in actual fact I was always a big fan of brown but how many people com on here slaggin oshea sayin he’s not good enough wen we get beat!!do u really think he was good enough?I think he has went down hill a bit so it was the rite choice and as for brown if it wasn’t for his injuries to would b 1st choice but it’s only fair to let him go..as for fletch i agree completely..
July 8, 2011 at 09:24
Mykidscalledcantona says:
@mikekelly12

Look mate I’m bot slaggin these guys of or sayin they were poor for us and o never once flagged them on here all I’m sayin r they good enough now!!I don’t think so but it’s just an opinion.would I be happy if they stayed..absolutly.
July 8, 2011 at 09:28
Rai says:
Devil310 – You seem like a good fella, how about you pay for our flights
July 8, 2011 at 09:31
Rezza says:
Sad…2 wonderful ,honest player of Man U…wish them best of luck…will miss them but that’s life.
July 8, 2011 at 09:46
Costas says:
@Mykidscalledcantona

Ah, you mean in recent seasons? I don’t believe that Brown and O’Shea’s form declined a great deal in recent seasons. You change as a player when you get past 30, but they were still good enough imo. Brown wasn’t selected as often due to the emergence of Smalling, but he could still do the job when he was called upon. For example, Marseille at home. I feel that O’Shea went through a bad patch at the start of the season (who doesn’t at some point in their career?), but he rebounded nicely in the 2nd half. So to sum up, I think both were good enough to continue at OT. In Brown’s case though, it would have been hard to to break into the 1st team due to Smalling and Jones’ presence. So selling him made sense. In contrast, I still don’t find a lot of logic in O’Shea’s sale since he offered a lot of options in defence, particulary at the full back berths.
July 8, 2011 at 09:54
Mykidscalledcantona says:
@costas

I suppose that’s a fair reflection..I would have been more than happy for both to stay but like u said the emergence of smalling and the signing of jones would have made it difficult for both to break into the team..I must admit I was shocked that oshea was sold as his experience if anything was good enough never the less sad to c both go..it’s strange now because it’s like the real united we all love ie the scholes, nevilles etc have pritty much gone it’s actually pritty sad..let’s just hope it’s the start of something great.
July 8, 2011 at 09:59
RedManWalking says:
@Costas – Well aren’t all of Sir Alex’s decisions like that? They don’t make a lot of sense at first. But, as the season starts, everything just unfolds and you don’t understand how come you never got it before when the logic was so simple!
July 8, 2011 at 10:02
RedManWalking says:
By the way – IF Berbatov is not in Sir Alex’s plans for next season and he is sold to another club, what would be your stance on the issue if he was used in a swap deal – say for Modric/Sjneider/(Any top midfielder we are after)?
July 8, 2011 at 10:03
Northstander says:
I’m not too bothered about losing Wes but gutted about O’Shea. I loved it when he knicked a goal he always had that look of disbelif and pleasure on his face. Here’s hoping he won’t be knicking any against us next season. Good luck boys.
July 8, 2011 at 10:29
BerbaGod says:
@ Costas – Thats why it seems a strange decision imo to send De Laet on loan, he can play at left and right back respectively.
July 8, 2011 at 10:35
WHAT ??? says:
@Willierednut

Happy Birthday Mate
July 8, 2011 at 10:56
Kings says:
Willie – Happy birthday mate. Hope you have a great day pal.
July 8, 2011 at 11:08
BerbaGod says:
Happy Birthday to you! Happy Birthday to you! Happy Birthday Mr Willie the Red Nut!
July 8, 2011 at 11:08
Giggs with the shot...Sheringham says:
Wes looks delighted. Johnny, not so much…
July 8, 2011 at 11:11
willierednut says:
Big thank you to everyone! I will drop in later lads. Again thank you!
July 8, 2011 at 13:00
Hillie says:
Well its a good move having lacked much playing time @ old trafford. I wish dem gud luck bt not against man utd. ‘ki lo fe gba mo’.
July 8, 2011 at 15:23
Alan T Hedley says:
So many positive and loyal endorsements from appreciative fans but it is sadness for all the good days you had with them in in your side in the past. They have been great servants to your club and have reached a stage in their lives when each of you will recognise they deserve more than spending much of their time on a bench.

You are blessed with a phenomenally successful team and a manager who has built more successful sides than most clubs have had in their entire history. He is starting yet again and I don’t put it beyond his ability to do so again despite his age.

Your lads are joining a club managed by a former Manu player who has yet to prove himself to our club but if his purchases this season are anything to go by he means to make a serious attempt on getting into Europe and a top six finish. Your old boys will appear before fans who are as passionate as any in the game, they have superb match and training facilities and any player that gives his all for Sunderland will become a firm favourite with the crowd who will roar them on.

Be glad for them that they are likely to get a lot of fun out of the game despite having suffered withdrawal symptoms from the heady success they have known at your club.

For us it will be a solid base on which to create a cohesive defence for the future, now bloody send Welbeck back (please)
July 8, 2011 at 15:30
JayDee says:
Oh man how sad this picture makes me feel
July 8, 2011 at 15:58
Burgz says:
Clearly both needed to move on if they wanted any real game time. O’shea was just an average defender. Brown was great back in that fantastic Season of 2008 so was Hargreaves, but looked what happened to him.
July 8, 2011 at 16:08
smartalex says:
Alan T Hedley

Thank you! It is a relief to know well-loved ex-players are going to be happy.
They bring with them the intention to win trophies, and to qualify for Europe.
Support them, they will not let you down.
July 8, 2011 at 16:29
Che's Red Reaction says:
willierednut – Belated Happy birthday mate, hope you have a good one!!!
July 8, 2011 at 17:15
Ais says:
John o’shea is the most underrated player but I wish them every bit of joy!
July 8, 2011 at 18:49
scan74 says:
Real shame 2 see O’shea has gone still felt he had a place at united great servant to the club always come in and done a good job for us

always remember that last minute winner against the scouse u beauty

all the best john
July 8, 2011 at 19:10
richierich says:
Seriously cant believe it !!!!!!
Frustrating to watch 2 of the best servants at the club leave ….
Remember wes brown in 2008 season , he was just awesome !!!
Just wish good luck to these fellas
July 8, 2011 at 19:31
TIME says:
I think people have had a lot more respect for phil neville since he left us because he has shown by playing regulary what a quality player he is. Im not sad about these two if they go. I think they deserve to be playing week in and week out in the best league in the world. Its a great move for them, where they will be seen as the top players in that club that have won everything. they will bring that experience to a nice club like sunderland. fair plat man.
July 8, 2011 at 19:32
TIME says:
fair play (not plat)
July 8, 2011 at 20:17
RED says:
Best of luck to john & wes football can be cruel, time to move on some players play for the football not the money ye did good @ utd for years tanks.
July 8, 2011 at 23:53
Red Devil says:
Happy Birthday willie

have a great day mate! Cheers
July 9, 2011 at 03:32
Devil310 says:
@Rai – Do you think I own City, mate? lol
July 9, 2011 at 13:09
willierednut says:
Red Devil and Che’s Red Reaction

Cheers lads!

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