English Premier League giants Manchester United have reportedly made the signing of Javi Garcia a major priority for the summer.
United’s pursuit of the talented Spaniard has been one of the major rumours going around in http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Alex-c4752 Ferguson as
the man to lead the historical club’s quest for supremacy.
The Red Devils’ rivals have grown considerably over the past few years, with http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Barcelona-c38604 reigning supreme in Europe, while Manchester City are threatening to snatch the Premier League trophy from Old Trafford.
While United boast an impressive array of talent at the helm, the age of midfield maestro http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Paul-Scholes-c29394 has caused a big dent in the centre of the park, a problem which the side have yet to fully answer.
http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Tom-Cleverley-c35218 is seen as a born and bred replacement for the Ginger Prince, but his injury woes haven’t allowed him to fully display his potential. That is where Javi Garcia is expected to step up.
Having been a pivotal part of the Benfica team for a number of years now, the Spanish International has experience in bundles to go along with his exceptional passing abilities. Moreover, he can influence proceedings without breaking a sweat and his physical
attributes could be perfectly suited to the English game as well.
Garcia’s age makes him a better acquisition than the likes of http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Wesley-Sneijder-c36799, while his €30 million buyout clause will be easier on United’s bank account than his teammate Nicolas Gaitan, whose €45 million price tag has balked potential suitors.
Although United can be credited as the front-runners in the race to acquire the midfielder, Italian giants AC Milan are ready to initiate a bidding war for his services.
The Rossoneri’s midfield, although world-class, has players who are well beyond their primes and look set to retire in the next season or two. The club hierarchy see Garcia as a major signing, who will not only help them maintain their attacking brand of
football but will also add youthful exuberance to their game.
With both European sides ready to splash the cash, it looks certain to be a very interesting summer for Javi Garcia and Benfica.
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