Great bit of business by United, or a gamble destined to fail?

Football FanCast columnist Rob Facey wonders, now that the dust has settled on Michael Owen's remarkable move to Old Trafford, whether United fans see it as a great bit of business or a gamble destined to fail. Michael Owen sealed one of the most dramatic moves in recent transfer history this weekend by swapping Newcastle and the Championship for Man United the Champions League He will, most probably, fill the void left by Tevez in terms of selection. He will be used in the Champions League group stages, FA Cup and Carling Cup and in Premier League games if United need a goal. It is very unlikely that he will be start regularly in the league. Despite these likely limitations his presence will jar with Rooney who was hoping for a more central role this year. Rooney will undoubtedly remain the first choice striker at the club... [read full story]                    

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