Robin Van Persie – The
chant “He scores when he wants” rings out across Old Trafford every time Van
Persie is on the pitch. The former Arsenal man has quickly become a cult figure
in Manchester. He has single-handedly won games for United and is largely
responsible for their rejuvenation this season. As long as he avoids a serious
injury, look for his great run to continue. Rating – 9.6
Wayne Rooney – It
has been a curious season for the United number 10. He struggled mightily out
of the gate as he clearly wasn’t fit and has been facing an uphill battle ever
since. The positives are that he has settle in nicely playing off of a main
striker and goals/assists are beginning to come. I don’t expect him to return
to the top of the scoring charts as his transition from being the featured
striker appears permanent. With all of the talk focusing on external
replacements to be the next Paul Scholes, I believe Rooney could one day fill
that void. His passing, vision, and work rate are superb and should continue to
improve. Rating – 7.2
Javier Hernandez – Admittedly,
the little Mexican is among one of my favourite players. He is a tireless
worker that moves excellently without the ball, and his enthusiasm for the game
is evident. Not an automatic pick this season given the depth up front, but
when called upon Hernandez has produced. His predatory instincts are top notch
and he is a born finisher. Look for him to permanently supplant Danny Welbeck
in the pecking order going forward (or at least until Welbeck regains his
form). Rating – 8.4
Danny Welbeck – Despite
his success on the international scene, Welbeck hasn’t replicated that form at
United. Physically, he is the most talented of all United’s forwards however
his finishing has been consistently poor. If Welbeck continues to disappoint,
expect Sir Alex to leave him off the team sheet in big games. Rating – 6.0
Nick Powell – He hasn’t
been on the pitch enough to make any drastic proclamations, but from his play
it looks as though Sir Alex did another great piece of business. Fearlessness
that defies his age (and experience), I think this youngster will be a pivotal
player in the next couple of seasons.
Federico Macheda – Remember
when he exploded onto the scene against Aston Villa? That now seems like eons
ago. Macheda has never seemed to fully fit into Sir Alex’s plans and it looks
as though he could be sold come summer time.
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