Manucho, Who?

Back in December, Sir Alex Ferguson signed a relatively unknown stricker from Angola. His name; Mateus Alberto Contreiras Gonçalves or better known as Manucho. The Angolan frontman impressed Ferguson during a three week trial to secure himself a 3-year contract.

As we are still not sure whether he will make the grade at United, his performances at the African Cup of Nations showed that the Devils have a pretty decent player on their hands. Even though he may lack the experience of playing in Europe, he may well prove to be a real threat for Premiership defenders if he secures a work permit, which i think he will based on his appreances for Angola so far.

With all the talk surrounding Berbatov, not much attention has been placed on Manucho. I consider Manucho to spring a few suprises when starts playing and gets used to United's style.

Manucho has already stated his determination to do well at the club and his time spent in Greece playing for Panathinaikos will have helped him to adapt to European football. He did well for the Greek outfit, bagging 4 goals in 7 apperances. He will also want to prove himself at Manchester and make a name for himself.

Sir Alex Ferguson would not have signed a player he did not feel was worth the bother and I will be axiously waiting for Manucho's league debut and how he fairs for the club. For now I just hope he gets the work permit as United only have Rooney and Tevez available for action, however Danny Welbeck is an intresting player to lookout for.