[Wazza1989]

Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson is planning a £21 million bid for Olympique Lyon striker Karim Benzema.

The People says the French striker, 19, is seen as the next Thierry Henry and Ferguson has told the Manchester United moneymen to do whatever it takes to secure the deal.

United were at Lyon's Champions League clash with Rangers last week to iron out details and after Benzema scored twice in a man-of-the-match performance at Ibrox, the price rocketed.

Ferguson had hoped to land him in a player swap deal only with Louis Saha and Mikael Silvestre on the table, but after Wednesday's dazzling display he's had to add £6m.

A source close to United said: "United have had to offer more than they would have wanted for Benzema, but after his display the other night Ferguson is even more convinced he's grabbing a massive star."

 

[chiboygeorge]

This would be a good move both in reality and Virtually (for gameers

 

[reddwarf]

Yeah, he's brilliant on Football Manager. lol

I haven't seen him play but he got rave reviews in the game at Ibrox. I'm sure United will be keeping tabs on him but I'd be surprised if we made a big money signing in January - particularly for someone who would be cup tied in the Champions League.

 

[Nachito Coronel]

he is an awesome player, i really hope united sign him. he is just carrying lyon on his back atm.

 

[artaxerks]

watched him against glasgow rangers,he really demolished them.

 

[NateR]

I really hope this is true. Overall so far, 15 goals in 20 games. Top scorer in Ligue 1. I hope this deal happens, quality player.

 

[eoininho]

ya i reckon if we're gonna sign a striker it'll be a young up and comer like benzema or jovetic, rather than anelka etc.. so hope we get this guy, he's quality

 

[Brock]

I havent seen this kid play but lookin him up on youtube he looks special. (you can make anyone on youtube look special though lol)

And he is only 19! Get em fergie.

 

[The_Red_Prince]

out of all the speculation about berbatov and anelka,benzema is the one i want to sign for us.He's a clinical finisher,amazing skill and a wicked eye for goal.But if we do sign him,are we going to play with a 4-4-3 with wayne and carlos supporting him?

 

[chiboygeorge]

4-4-3?

4-3-3 Probably -

with

VDS

Brwon - Vidic - Rio - Evra

Ronaldo - Hagreaves - Anderson

Rooney ----- Tevez
Berbatov

 

[Nirk]

i really want him

 

[Wazza1989]

he's a realy good and talented player ...here's a clip with him..if nobody saw what he can do.... http://youtube.com/watch?v=tRpOehVZOk8

 

[akash_reds]

he wud be a gr8 signing.......he wud give us a lot more striking options.......................not that we cant score goals
we already hav rooney and tevez but this guy can score!!!!!!!
i hope he signs...........

 

[Keano4taoiseach]

i really want him

for yourself or for MUFC..........

 

[Justice]

i really want him

Come on man, this is a football forum, not the place for THAT kind of talk.

 

[Keano4taoiseach]

Come on man, this is a football forum, not the place for THAT kind of talk.

sorry your honour.............I forgot where I was for a moment......... ........


Anyway from what I have heard and seen on youtube this guy seems the real deal.....

 

[Jazz 16]

Ive seen this kid play a fair few times and he is a huge talent. Not sure about the huge prices been thrown around but this guy will make it big someday, very big.

 

[Solsk]

Only really seen this guy in the match against rangers and a few youtube vids, he looks awsome!

 

[red_devils4life]

This guy's simply awesome'! He scored 24 goals in 40 games for Olympique Lyon last season! And coming into this season,he has already netted 15 times in 20 appearances! plus another 3 goals for France in 3 games! Grab him b4 it's all too late,SAF!

Hey guys,correct me if I'm wrong......but do u think he's a better finisher than Rooney & Tevez?

 

[Anderson's God]

Lets see if he can stand the pressure and pace of the premiership. French league is easy in comparison!