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European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 3:53am On May 28, 2016

AdeLaNa1:
And i ve a friend who thinks he's another over rated English player. That he's amother Macheda. SMH!!

If the boy gets game time through out next season, he's gonna end up as one of the best strikers in the team

He is very good and a good ball playing striker. He is not an 'hyena'. But as a young player, awareness is a problem. Yesterday he ought to have passed to Herdenson on his right for a free goal, instead he passed to Sterling on his left which made the process longer. Fortunately, Sterling's attempt to pick Herdenson was blocked and that was how the ball fell on Rashford for his goal.

- Sterling is a different being while on national colours. Always their best creative player.

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 11:14pm On May 27, 2016

Sterling is a very good player for England.

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 10:59pm On May 27, 2016

In 93 days, Marcus Rashford has scored on his:

Manchester United debut
Premier League debut
Manchester Derby debut
Europa League debut
International debut

What a talent!

---COPIED AND PASTE

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European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 7:53pm On May 27, 2016

GBR1:
You are most likely right.
Bros i want the euros to end as soon as possible; can't wait for the new season to start. To think that few weeks ago i really wanted the season to end so fast. .

Abeg just enjoy Euros. Then pre-season before the EPL.

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 7:43pm On May 27, 2016

GBR1:
I think that has to do with some details in his Chelsea contract.

It's United management instruction, just as was don't to Moyes.

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 1:01pm On May 27, 2016

So until July 1st before Mourinho can begin to talk to press about Manchester United.

Why not June 1st?

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 2:48pm On May 26, 2016

Zlatan Ibrahimovic has just given a Press Conference and updates on his next club.

"There is interest from every country. England, Italy, other countries. There are concrete offers, many alternatives. I say there are concrete offers from the Premier League, so let's see. It's not important for me to have it done for me before the EUROs. I enjoy reading what you write. It's fun. I have made my decision. It has been made. It was done a long time ago.

“It’s a great move. You want action you bring Mourinho. I believe he is the man to bring them back to the top yes, so he knows what he is doing. If you want to win you bring Mourinho.

“If we will work together again? I don’t know; let's see how things play out. I have spoken with Mourinho every day since I left Inter. Though we have not spoken the last few weeks."

Zlatan was asked if there was an offer from Manchester United. He started laughing and said "let's see what happens."

[via aftonbladet.se]

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 11:38am On May 26, 2016

RONALDO: MANCHESTER UNITED LACK IDENTITY - I HOPE MOURINHO BRINGS IT BACK

“I think it’s good. If it's something United wanted, I think it’s good,” Ronaldo told La Sexta's 'Jugones' TV show.
“I hope Manchester United get back to being what they were because it’s an impressive club but in recent years they lacked an identity a bit.
“And it hurts me seeing United like that because it’s a club I carry in my heart.
"I wish Mourinho can restore them back to the top.”

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European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 5:40am On May 26, 2016

#BREAKING Manchester United have finalised a contract with Jose Mourinho and Chelsea no longer own the Trademark to his name. Tomorrow will finalise finer details of the deal. Announcment should be Friday.

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 7:52pm On May 25, 2016

United to pay for Jose's name?

Manchester United may have to pay Chelsea for the right to fully exploit Jose Mourinho's name when he is confirmed as their manager later this week.

Chelsea still own the rights to Mourinho's name and signature having registered it as a trademark with the Intellectual Property Office in 2005, during his first spell at Stamford Bridge.

As well as being registered in the UK, 'Jose Mourinho' is registered as a trademark of Chelsea FC on the European Union's Intellectual Property Database.

It means Chelsea can use his name on a huge variety of products, from eau de cologne to cotton wool, magnets, leather goods and pyjamas.

In practice Chelsea, who declined to comment, have used it on club merchandise including mugs, posters, smartphone cases and miniature figurines.

The trademark issue is not considered a barrier to Mourinho's deal, currently being negotiated by his agent Jorge Mendes and United's senior executive Ed Woodward.

United may however have to pay a fee to Chelsea if it wants to exploit the name on its merchandise. Alternatively it could not seek not to use the name on products.

Chelsea retained the trademark during Mourinho's spells at Internazionale and Real Madrid, but it is unclear whether they paid any fee to exploit the trademark.
The issue is among a number of image rights issues that lawyers for Mourinho and the club are working through as they finalise what is expected to be a three-year contract with a salary in excess of £10m a year.

Issues that have to be dealt with include conflicting commercial arrangements in certain sponsorship categories.
Mourinho is sponsored by Jaguar and was always pictured in one of their cars on arrival and departure at Chelsea. United however have a £380m, seven-year deal with General Motors.

Similarly Mourinho has a watch deal with Hublot while United's watch sponsor is Bulova.

Such clashes can be resolved either by either party adjusting the value of their respective deals to reflect the fact Mourinho may not be involved in promotion.

Following talks between Mendes and Woodward United may be in a position to formally announce Mourinho's appointment on Thursday. It is unclear whether a press conference would then be held this week.
Mourinho may choose to hold a full media briefing, or it may be delayed until July, closer to when the players return to pre-season training.

www.skysports.com/football/news/11667/10294347/man-utd-may-have-to-pay-chelsea-to-use-jose-mourinho-name

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 7:15pm On May 25, 2016

Jose Mourinho update:

Jose Mourinho was supposed to be announced as Manchester United manager yesterday, but negotiations are still ongoing and resolution isn't expected until at least tomorrow. One of the major issues apparently holding up the proceedings are Mourinho's "image rights", namely the control of the name "Jose Mourinho" in commercial applications.

For Mourinho, image rights are worth millions. They are Potentially complicated by the fact that Chelsea owns trademark to his name.

That trademark 'Jose Mourinho' currently belongs to Chelsea Football Club, registered with both the UK and the EU Intellectual Property Offices until 2025.

NONE of this actually prevents Mourinho from becoming manager, it does sour the deal for Manchester United a bit since right now, they cannot use their new manager's name in marketing or just about any other commercial applications.

The regulations are very specific, and allow only Chelsea to use Jose Mourinho's name on things such as mugs and cups and other "domestic utensils and containers".

The EU trademark extends even further and includes toiletries, jewelry, clothing, and a whole host of other things far too numerous to mention. You might think this is laughable, but we're talking millions and millions in potential revenue and not just for Manchester United but for Manchester United's sponsors as well.

See here for Mourinho trademark file: https://euipo.europa.eu/eSearch/#details/trademarks/004365755

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 7:09pm On May 25, 2016

#BREAKING Manchester Unite have made a bid for Roma and Greek CB Kostas Monolas. He is valued at €40m.

[via Sky Italia]

Christianity Etc › Re: Pope Francis: Church Will Study Appointing Female Deacons by elampiro(m): 4:43pm On May 25, 2016

Ubenedictus:
i think this is it it is frm the theological commision it was accepted by ratzinger. www.vatican.va/roman_curia/congregations/cfaith/cti_documents/rc_con_cfaith_pro_05072004_diaconate_en.html

Thanks, I will study it.

Christianity Etc › Re: Pope Francis: Church Will Study Appointing Female Deacons by elampiro(m): 2:50pm On May 25, 2016

Ubenedictus:
There is a question on a gray area of what is posible, pope benedict raised d issue in one of his writtings as cardinal, i expect it will be clarified and people can stop speculating.

Good.

Can you help me with Cardinal Ratzinger writing on the issue?

Some of my Catholic friends following Maria Divine Mercy have a way of blowing some things out of proportion. I no longer agree with them.

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 3:26pm On May 24, 2016

dubylhover:
Sources close to the deal have told Sky Sports News HQ the negotiations were "easy", mainly due to Mourinho's overwhelming desire to become Manchester United manager, and they expect a deal to be signed in the next 48 hours. An official presentation confirming Mourinho's appointment could be scheduled for later this week.

SSNHQ has been told Mourinho is not too concerned with the financial elements of the deal and that his motivation is the challenge of restoring Manchester United to the top of European football.

skysports

a man after my own heart

Mourinho has a natural zeal for winning. But Gaal has a zeal for playing pattern.

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 9:54am On May 24, 2016

Elxandre:
I don't get where all this James hate is coming from.

That guy was spectacular in his first season at Madrid na....

He is too soft for my liking. He will need at least two years to adapt to EPL, just like Ozil.

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 10:41pm On May 23, 2016

I don't like James Rodriquez. I might like Ibrahimovic for his height. We are lacking in that department.

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 10:40pm On May 23, 2016

Rio gives his verdict on Van Gaal's legacy.

"After few hours to let the dust settle.. I thought I would write a few words on Louis Van Gaal.

"His unwavering belief in his methods is something to respect in many ways but it was also part of his undoing too.

"Success (winning the league or CL) is what Manchester United demands & added to that an attacking, quick, aggressive & imaginative style of football.

"Unfortunately LVG failed to bring either of those elements to the club.

He is huge personality who won an FA cup, keeping up his habit of winning trophies everywhere he has been but his #MUFC legacy will be the introduction of the players from the academy like Rashford, Lingard, Fosu-Mensah etc which WAS in keeping with the history of the club - giving kids an opportunity to play."

[Source: M.E.N] #MUFC #LVG

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Ryan Giggs has been made an offer. The Club want him to stay and he has gone on holiday and will consider it.

...........

Some hours ago

#UPDATE:

* Woodward went to see LVG last night at his home in Bowdon to deliver news.

* LVG agreed to the termination of the contract. "Mutual Consent"

*LVG now on flight to Portugal - asked for club to delay news, described as difficult decision as LVG was well liked at club.

* Mourinho along with agent Jorge Mendes, will meet again with Ed Woodward in next 48 hours to finalise his contract.

* Ryan Giggs has been offered a reduced role at the club. Rumoured to be U21s job.

...................

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 5:01pm On May 23, 2016

Dadehmola:
Nope. .
He now uses the "EastBay" Moniker instead

That means I am the only one who wasn't aware. Kai!

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Manchester United Sacks Louis Van Gaal ? by elampiro(m): 4:59pm On May 23, 2016

Stanleywaxy:
You seriously don't know what you're talking about , we had one of the best defensive records this season , correct me if am wrong , we were just behind Tottenham on the best defense this season .
All thanks to Smalling and blind .
I'll pick a fairly fit blind over a fully fit Jones anyday any time .
Jones is wack .

That defensive record is due to the fact that we play close to the goalkeeper principally due to the slow pace of Blind and his inability to chase back. That has affected out attacking ability because it takes a long process to carry the ball from defence to attack. We are also playing Fellaini as a third central defender when defending set plays. This playing deep invites pressure.

On the other hand, when we play Jones and Smalling we play high up to pitch which helps our attack. Both are fast and able to recover/track back. When we have played Valencia, Jones and Smalling in defence when they are fit, we mostly record high scoreline while restricting the number of attempt at DeGea.

Statistic shows Jones and Smalling partnership have given us some of our best results and win ratio since 2011/2012 season.

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European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Manchester United Sacks Louis Van Gaal ? by elampiro(m): 4:07pm On May 23, 2016

Stanleywaxy:
Are you ok at all ? Didn't you see Blind at against Man city , he just kept Aguero to himself , same thing he did to Lukaku against Everton .
Daley is 200x better than Jones biko , and he's formed a good partnership with smalling too .

You have to resort to insult? You don't know football.

Blind was our weak link against West Ham. How can you compare short man Argero to those giants and good header of the ball in West Ham? Blind looks good defending when we play Fellaini to assist in defending set pieces. Blind and Rojo are liabilities against teams that play long box into the box.

Did you not see in when Jones won every aerial ball against even taller defenders? Jones and Smalling partnership in central defence didnt lose any match last season. Blind is a good passer of the ball nothing more.

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 4:00pm On May 23, 2016

Jose Mourinho seen moving out of his home.

Skysports show removal men helping Mourinho to pack his property. No time to waste. Work starts immediately.

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 3:57pm On May 23, 2016

MOURINHO UPDATE:

He will sign a 5 year contract on Tuesday and will be handed a £200m transfer budget.
................

#BREAKING Lawyer Paul Gilroy QC who was working with Manchester United on LvG's severance has left Carrington.

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 3:52pm On May 23, 2016

#BREAKING De Telegraaf who have connections with agent Mino Raiola reports that Zlatan Ibrahimovic will sign for Manchester United.

Announcement could be in the next 48 hours [Mirror]

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 3:44pm On May 23, 2016

Nihilist:
Another Coogar scam exposed.

Damn Coogar and Starboard told us LVG would show Rooney his LVBalls before shipping him out of Manyoo

Are you sure LVG is actually gone? He could be sipping mojitos with Coogar and Arif somewhere in Salford o..

Starboard has actually been away since Coogar saga started.

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Manchester United Sacks Louis Van Gaal ? by elampiro(m): 2:51pm On May 23, 2016

Van Gaal greatest mistake was playing Blind in Centre Back against physical oppositions like West Ham when he had Jones on the bench, and Mensah in the squad who could head the ball better. United lost the aerial battle against West Ham and that was the end of top four.

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Manchester United Sacks Louis Van Gaal ? by elampiro(m): 2:27pm On May 23, 2016

bettercreature:
They are actually getting scared of Guardiola,they dont want Man City to overtake them but seriously i hate the way they treated van gaal it was so inhuman,Brittish media never allowed him to do his job

The media was kind to Gaal compared to Moyes. Moyes was attacked by Media right from his second month in charge. Gaal had more than a year grace period because he was believed to be a world class coach who knew what he was doing.

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European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 9:03am On May 23, 2016

GBR1:
PietroRico
Important article, I wanted to post it here too.

Link below
https://www.theguardian.com/football/blog/2016/may/22/louis-van-gaal-manchester-united-players-near-mutiny

There's so many things to discuss regards the past few days.
Obviously a lot of folks especially our rivals/adversaries are gutted by the Mourinho news; tells a lot really...

I saw it and wanted to also post it here. If what is written is true, Gaal is really old school. He really didn't care about results, but was interested mostly in his philosophy. He sold players like Nani who could have brought creativity from the right wing.

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 10:38pm On May 22, 2016

Bervatov dream XI

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European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 2:45pm On May 22, 2016

sinizia:
Kudos to Elampiro for wasting his epistles over Kagawa that would never agree with him. Keep wasting your time.

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 2:40pm On May 22, 2016

If Mourinho is hired, we would have a very interesting summer.

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga) › Re: Official Manchester United Fan Thread:''20 Times EPL Champion by elampiro(m): 1:59pm On May 22, 2016

SIRcumalot:
one thing we can say about LvG is that he was never boring off the field unlike Moyes who was boring on and off the field.
hopefully the man go just retire.
winning the fa cup for Utd isn't a bad way to end your career.

Gaal has past achievment that boosted his confidence even when things were tough. He bullied the press. Moyes had nothing and had nothing to defend himself when press wrote he was not a world class coach.

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