Nobby Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 Darren Fletcher has revealed a host of clubs were in for him before he signed for Manchester United. He said: "When I had a few clubs after me someone said you should always sign for the best. Liverpool, Newcastle, Celtic and Rangers all wanted me and some of the London clubs were interested too. "But I decided not even to go and train with any of them. It was bad enough leaving home but to leave to live in London? In the end I just couldn't see past Manchester United. "It was giving me the chance to work under the best manager you can find at one of the biggest clubs on the planet. And I certainly haven't been disappointed with Sir Alex. "He's simply a world-class coach, different class when it comes to tactics and the gaffer is also great at motivation and man-management. The boss looked after me when I was younger. If I needed to go home he always made sure there was a flight available and I could go up the road to see my family. "Sir Alex knew I sacrificed a lot when I left home and made sure I never regretted it or became too homesick in my early days. "He's been a father figure to me and many of the other boys. But he is an intimidating man to talk to. "People often ask me if I have spoken to my manager and I'll say 'no' - he's not the type of person you approach and speak to. "You have respect for the man and what he's done. "He still has that certain presence when he walks into the room." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 Well fancy that. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElDiablo Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 Ouch. We missed out there. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CPL Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 Would be good in our team but his passing and touch isn't good enough at Man Utd will get found out soon i'll give him 2 more seasons Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest DazzaNufc1892 Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 know the guy, really really nice fella, still cant drive though lol. Would be a good player for us, works hard, battles, uses the ball well, everythings simple. Problem is hes a centre midfielder, whenever hes played there, hes played well, simple. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Dermot Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 Big loss there lads(!) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dinho lad Posted November 17, 2006 Share Posted November 17, 2006 nothing new. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparks Posted November 18, 2006 Share Posted November 18, 2006 Another Nicky Butt for me, most of the players carry him in games, his career will nose dive when he leaves Man Utd. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dokko Posted November 18, 2006 Share Posted November 18, 2006 Another Nicky Butt for me, most of the players carry him in games, his career will nose dive when he leaves Man Utd. Think so, but i'd still have him here for free to back-up the 1st team. Shame were not bringing that kind of quality through as they'd help when injuries strike this cursed club, and you'd make some pennies off them when the time is right to sell. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cajun Posted November 18, 2006 Share Posted November 18, 2006 Don't think he is anything special. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted November 18, 2006 Share Posted November 18, 2006 He's awful. However, he is the future of Scottish football (courtesy Mr. Vogts). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nobody Posted November 18, 2006 Share Posted November 18, 2006 Don't think he is anything special. agree Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest optimistic nit Posted November 19, 2006 Share Posted November 19, 2006 first Peter Schmeichel and now this bluecry.gif Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
toontownman Posted November 19, 2006 Share Posted November 19, 2006 Sorry i dont even think he is that good. Certainly not shedding tears over it. Hardly I nearly joined the Toon either. We were interested "Supposedly", even so, he would have picked either of the two scottish teams then liverpool before us if he hadnt gone to Manchester. If Pattison was playing week in and out at Manure im sure he would be just as good, he is one of the worst players at Manure. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keefaz Posted November 19, 2006 Share Posted November 19, 2006 Who gives a toss? He's average as fuck. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Incognito Posted November 19, 2006 Share Posted November 19, 2006 Had we lost to Arsenal,this post would have been the perfect pick-me-up.I'd rather have Norman Stanley Fletcher playing for the Toon! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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