More times than not, Arsenal have messed up at a time when it mattered most. Whether it was dropping three points in November or attempting to purchase Luis Suarez for £40,000,001, the Gunners really know how to make a mess.
Manchester United are now making the biggest Arsenal mistake in recent memory by attempting to recycle players that have moved on from the club. Why? Arsene Wenger is cheap and miserly, that’s why.
Arsenal have brought back players like Thierry Henry and Mathieu Flamini in order to help out the side on various occasions. Henry was to help Wenger forget that Niklas Bendtner was on the team sheet and relive the glory days of yesteryear. Flamini is still a mystery. He managed to give the ball away cheaply in the defensive third more times than he actually completed passes.
Wenger is notorious for his lack of spending, but Jose Mourinho and Manchester United are not. The rumour mill has spit out the notion that Patrice Evra could be on his way back to Old Trafford.
Manchester United are not short on capital and that’s what makes this move that much more outlandish. The likes of Ricardo Rodriguez, David Alaba, and Fouzi Ghoulam should be more sought after than the 35-year-old Evra.
A move for a former club star would just bring heartbreak for United fans in the form of far too high of expectations. Patrice Evra was at the club when Sir Alex Ferguson ruled England and Europe and when he was young and spry. His imminent return would tarnish his legacy at the club, but also prove that he’s a step behind the rest.
Evra would be a liability for Manchester United in the Premier League as they attempt to claw their way into a top-four spot. Some would argue that the experience of Evra could benefit a young(ish) side like United, but some way or another Evra would feature with Luke Shaw being made of glass.
Mourinho can save himself from disappointment and a spot in the top-four and not follow in the footsteps of his great friend, Arsene Wenger.
Manchester United’s biggest underrated XI
Tim Howard
Everton fans may have turned on him eventually, but good old Timmy Howard has more often than not been a solid performer week in and week out. United were constantly searching for the next great 'keeper when the American was at the club, and he was never truly appreciated. Shame. Source: Twitter
Wes Brown
Whilst Wes Brown's career has taken a bit of a nose dive lately, you simply can't avoid the fact that Fergie once called him "the best natural defender this club has had for years". Definition of high praise. Source: Twitter
John O’Shea
Ignore EVERYTHING else that John did in his career, because at United there were times when the Irishman was one of the best defenders in the country. Fact. Source: Twitter
Mikael Silvestre
Poor old Mikael. Just because he wasn't the biggest or the flashiest, people tend to de-value his impact for United. We still love you. Source: Twitter
Denis Irwin
Classy, strong, solid as a rock. Denis Irwin's greatness speaks for itself. Source: Twitter
Park Ji-Sung
Bloody hell Park Ji-Sung played like he was charged on something. The midfielder never stopped running and gave 110% every single time he was out on that pitch for The Red Devils, which deserves some real recognition. Source: Twitter
Darren Fletcher
You can joke about the reasoning behind his lack of playing time over the years, but that would make you a bellend. A truly iconic midfielder that could've gone on to become a United hero. Source: Twitter
Nani
Yes, he's not Ronaldo, but the bloke was still a top player considering his ability and skillset. Get over yourselves. Source: Twitter
Javier Hernandez
Despite having an absolutely ridiculous nickname, Javier Hernandez lit up the Premier League during his time at Old Trafford. For a guy that small, the Mexican never gave up and my god did it make for some lovely finishes. Source: Twitter
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer
The baby-faced assassin that won the European Cup in one of the most dramatic finals in the history of football. I mean, yeah, Solskjaer is right up there when it comes to underrated stars of the past. Source: Twitter
Louis Saha
My god was Louis Saha a fantastic forward when he was on form. Whether it was a screamer or a tap in, the Frenchman knew how to get things done. Source: Twitter
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