What's gone wrong at Manchester United FC these 3 seasons?
First and foremost, you have to remember, that Manchester United was going through a transition!Sir Alex Fergusion, one of the most successful managers of all time, was retiring, after over two decades of service with this club. When someone has been at the club for so long, and won so much, the club is used to his way of thinking, his demands, and functions accordingly. His absence was bound to create a vacuum at the top, as the manager for a club like United is very important. Getting the results, managing egos, succeeding Sir Alex, it was going to be very tough for the next manager.Further, there were many players who simply joined United because they admired Fergie. He could get the best out of them. So many players would have lost their motivation to play somewhat, when he left the club.He left in 2012. That time, our squad needed to be bolstered up. David Moyes came in, and we really did not add any good players to the squad, except Juan Mata towards the end of season. Further, our highly reliable back four, especially the partnership of Vidic-Ferdinand, ended, and Patrice Evra was sold off too. These players had been here for a long time, and it was a mistake selling them so fast.Thus, our defence became wobbly, our attack was jaded, as RvP was aging, injury prone, and Rooney was off Colour.To correct this, we brought in Louis Van Gaal. Ideally, it was too much to ask of Moyes to succeed Alex Fergusion, with the same expectations. He should’ve been given either more funds, or more time.Move on to LvG, and he tried to correct things. Firstly, he solidified defense, brought in some great squad players like Blind. Our defense improved, but the our attack failed to deceive. Di Maria wasn’t used properly, and he anyways didn’t wish to be in England. Falcao too did not really work out. Our defense though became better, as De Gea started showing his true potential, and back 4 was somewhat settled.Last season, it was mostly the injuries to key players. Luke Shaw the most critical of all. We could not use our first choice full backs throughout the season. LvG, though tactically sound, at times didn’t play players in their preferred position, as he tried to find out the best combination.Now, our back and mid are relatively settled. One or more pacy midfield/wingers and we will surely be better off. Hoping for better days with Jose, though I hope our academy players get chances to impress him and playing time on the field!GGMU!
Who should Manchester United pick up/ drop in transfer January?
I think United need a left-back and at least one central midfielder. Evra's contract is coming to an end and he could well off to France next summer. Moyes might well pursue Baines but he is far too expensive. Luke Shaw and Alberto Moreno are really good younger alternatives, the former might be out of reach though.As for a central midfielder, United could do with someone who has good ball retention and passing range. Fellaini certainly doesn't have any of those qualities. The player that comes to my mind is Ever Banega. His passing is fantastic and could really shine in United's midfield and Valencia would be willing to sell. His off-field antics are concerning though. I don't think United will pursue Herrera again. It is quite difficult to get top-bracket players in January. If Dortmund don't qualify for the knockout stages, Gundogan might be worth a try with his contract running down.And Rooney's contract has to be sorted ASAP.