Manchester United Dugout

Barcelona striker Samuel Eto has been linked with a move to Manchester United. The News of World reported that he is considering a move to England and is ready to accept a lower pay.

The Barcelona striker who was thought to be discussing terms with Manchester City, and a move to Eastlands has suddenly turned towards the red part of Manchester. And the biggest surprise is that the Cameroon international is now willing to take a substantial pay cut in order to continue playing his football at the very highest level.

Eto believes playing only for the best teams, be it in Spain, England or anywhere. And therefore he is avoiding a move to a mid-table side in the Premier League and opting for United as he is confident that he will win more silverware at The Theater of Dreams. The fact that a world class player like Eto is ready to play on lower wages only to ensure that he plays football at the highest level must be taken as a positive factor by Sir Alex.

It is thought that United are set to offer Eto'o a deal worth some £150,000-a-week. And I hope Eto signs on the dotted lines ASAP. His addition will not only strengthen the squad but will also add some pressure on the otherwise lazy Berbatov, and may be he might play better football this season due to the risk of losing his first team place.