News coming out yesterday suggests that Freddy Adu, the supposed wonderkid from the US of A will be joining us for a 2 week trial in November. I have heard many conflicting reports on the American sensation, some are suggesting he is the next Pele, whilst others say he is no way near good enough to play in the Premiership.
As always we try and give you the information to make your own mind up on this blog, so lets look at the pro’s and the cons of Freddy Adu. From what I have seen he is quick and loves to take players on. He has a great little shimmy on him which enables him to trick defenders and create space for himself. On more than one occasion I have seen defenders flat on their backside because they have been tricked by his quick thinking.
His crossing is also fairly spot on. He can put in a killer ball if needs be, although I wouldn’t say it was the best attribute of his game. Although I hate to say this I can guarantee that the board are also looking at his market value. If he makes it into the starting line-up he will help to raise awareness in America and therefore generate more revenue. Not a footballing reason I know, but I’m sure that it’s being taken into account at some level within the club.
Now the cons. He is small. I have heard conflicting reports on this one. Some say he is 5ft 7” whilst others say he is 5ft” 10. He gets muscled off the ball playing in MLS and so it is fair to assume he will get nailed in the premiership. Having said that Ronaldo was the same when he joined, several steak dinners later and he is very strong on the ball.
Diego (a regular commentator on this blog) also has his concerns about his ability to play within a team. We all know that United is all about the team and no individual, just look at Ruud as an example. I guess Freddy Adu has time on his side, meaning Ferguson can mould him into a player that will truly be great for the team.
Finally a big thankyou to all those people who keep posting in the forum with information and articles you find. I couldn’t do half of this without you, keep it coming in. Below are some videos and articles on Adu: Enjoy
Man Utd confirm interest in Adu
United Confirm Adu arrival
Freddy Adu Scouting report
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Maybe he can become the next Paul Scholes. I watched Scholesy when MAN U came down to South Africa and he aint a big lad, but he sure know how to hold his own in the midfield.
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thanks man utd agent for those images. i have to admit i don't watch mls regularly and maybe i just happened to have seen adu's bad days. those clips certainly show he's got a special talent and a nose for goal. similar to rooney in simplicity and directness don't you think?
let's see how he does on his trial. if SAL can get him early enough we've nothing to worry about as far as him being a team player - it's the only way you survive under the boss!
No probs Marlowe!
I always take youtube videos with a pinch of salt. They only show the best bits, not the bits when he scuffs it, blasts horrendously wide etc.
Having said that I guess it shows us what he is capable of.
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