I heard the Real want him for 20million although we could use the money I think theres a better passing midfielder than Alonso in the world right now so why sell him?

Shame how people feel the need to beat down on United I’d return the favor, but it’s Villa for cryin out loud. I don’t even know enough other than the fact that they bought Djemba-Djemba after he had flopped (At least Veron had a good history…)…

We’ve all been had in the net on the odd occasion, but Fergie has bought more turkeys than Sainsbury’s in recent years. Michael Carrick is the latest addition to a list that includes Kleberson, Forlan, Veron and my personal favourite, the Djemba brothers. After blowing an incredible £18.6m on the talented but ultimately limited midfielder, Sir Alex has once again been tucked up like a sleeping baby.

Liverpool will probably bid closer to 8m, but after that it’s up to the haggling between the two clubs. If Barry wants to go though, that’s the main question.

I’m in two minds on this one. I’d like him to stay as he’s a good player, but if the reported £12m fee is anywhere close to the truth, i’d have to take it. He’s good, but not £12m good.