A Mixed Start For David Moyes At Manchester United

An opening weekend from heaven for David Moyes after a 4-1 away win at Swansea - who themselves have been full of pre-season optimism after dispatching of Malmo in the Europa League qualifying rounds. The new man in charge has also secured his first silverware, with a 2-0 win over Wigan in their Community Shield meeting.

Failed bids for Cesc Fabregas were very much in the public eye, but Barcelona simply wouldn’t let the ex-Arsenal midfielder go. Nevertheless, Manchester United are said to be chasing bothMarouane Fellaini and Leighton Baines from Everton. But From the response of Roberto Martinez, he isn’t so keen.

It’s clear that the likes of Anderson and Cleverley aren’t yet of the standard to be playing every week for the Reds - yet it can be argued, is an overrated Belgian with a disciplinary issue enough to settle any nerves at Old Trafford? Manhester City can offer James Milner, David Silva, Yaya Toure, Gareth Barry, Fernandinho, Javi Garcia, Samir Nasri – all the way down to Jack Rodwell.

We are sure to find out much more about this seasons reigning champions against Chelsea live on Monday Night Football. Jose’s men are going strong so far with 2 wins, and with the fickle nature of supporters associated with many clubs – a heavy defeat to their title rivals could cast premature doubts around Old Trafford even at this stage.

A season without a major trophy wouldn’t be a disaster for United, as they are looking at a long term plan with Moyes, though after so many years of glory with Sir Alex it will be hard to tell supporters that.

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