Manchester United Dugout: cr7

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Victor Moses is an ideal replacement for Ryan Giggs, CR7

Victor Moses, a 19-year-old sensation is an ideal replacement for Ryan Giggs, when he hangs his boots. Moses is a Nigerian born English footballer, who currently plays for Crystal Palace and can become the next Ronaldo at Manchester United.

Ryan Giggs is already a legend at Manchester United. He has won all sorts of medals, trophies and cups which an individual can win at the club level. His form has been great this season, and Giggs extended his United stay by committing to the club until June 2011. But realistically speaking, age will take its toll on 36 year old Giggs who was recently voted BBC Sports Personality of the Year.

Sir Alex Ferguson would be a worried man since there's nobody to fill that gap on the left flank after Giggs departs. Nani was expected to take over from CR7 after Ronaldo joined Real Madrid, but he hasn't lived up to the expectations. His poor performances and frustration led to his limited appearances and forced him to take his manager head-on. Nani is almost expected to be shown the exit doors at Old Trafford.

Gabriel Obertan has impressed with his limited appearances since his return from injury but he is not a prolific winger. He does have good pace and has plenty of tricks in his pocket, but I don't think Oberton can really fit into the shoes of Ryan Giggs.

Zoran Tosic, the Serbian sensation whom Manchester United had signed has had very limited appearances in the red shirt. So far, he has played only two league games and three cup run-outs and there are reports suggesting that Zoran Tosic is out of Manchester United.

So who can become the next Cristiano Ronaldo?

I think Victor Moses. He is an awesome talent and has shown consistent improvement in his game since he his arrived at Palace. He is quick, passes ball nicely and his crosses are pin-point, something which is expected from every United winger. I am sure Fergie has his scouts monitoring Moses. I believe this teen sensation definitely deserves to play in the Premier League and that too for Manchester United. What do you think?

Manchester United missing Ronaldo. Really?

He came.

He played magnificent football.

He scored awesome goals.

He was loved by the fans.

He became the world's best footballer.

and then...

He left Manchester United.

This is the simple story of Cristiano Ronaldo who moved to Real Madrid this summer and leaving his United teammates who still miss him.

One of his teammates (not a buddy) Wayne Rooney recently said that Ronaldo is irreplaceable. He went on to say that he is missing the influence of Cristiano Ronaldo on the Old Trafford outfit.

"I'd prefer him to still be in the team if I'm being honest."

"He's a brilliant player, irreplaceable, the best player in the world - so no one's happy he left."

I do not agree with Rooney's views. I appreciate what Ronaldo did for United and also understand the impact he had during his six-year spell in Manchester. The talented Portugal international bagged a staggering 118 goals in just 292 appearances for the Red Devils and went on to help United win the Champions League and the league title thrice.

Let's be practical. CR7 is a closed chapter now for Man Utd. He's gone. So let's stop cribbing about it and give the new guys more authority and freedom so that they can deliver the same goods. After all nobody's departure has ever hurt United.

Do you think Manchester United misses Cristiano Ronaldo?

Ronaldo wins Ballon d'Or

Cristiano Ronaldo has been won the 2008 Ballon d'Or, beating Lionel Messi and Fernando Torres. The prestigious award was confirmed by France Football magazine, who present the trophy based on a poll of 96 top journalists.

The Manchester United winger came second in last year's poll, behind Brazil star Kaka, but his outstanding form last season, scoring 42 goals in all competitions for United, ensured he took the award this time. Ronaldo scored 42 goals last season to propel United to glory in both the Barclays Premier League and Champions League. Having already won the FIFPro World Player of the Year and the top domestic prizes from the Professional Footballers' Association and the Football Writers last season, this award was unachieved by Ron.

Ronaldo's was the only name to appear on each of the 96 ballots, polling 446 points out of a maximum 480. Messi and Torres bagged a respective 267 and 165 points. This award makes him the first United player to claim the Ballon d'Or since George Best in 1968. What an honour for Manchester United.

Congrats Cristiano. I hope you continue last years sparkling form and help ManU retain last years trophies.

Ronaldo is destined to leave Old Trafford.

Sir Alex Ferguson droped a bombshell by claiming that one day Cristiano Ronaldo has to leave Man Utd to join his dream club: Real Madrid.

He said that every professional footballer dreams of playing for Real or Barcelona. And given the talent and the form CR7 has displayed over the years, Real were tempting him to leave Manchester. This transfer sage stretched the whole summer with the Portugese star deceiding to stay for another year, after the advice from his manager.

Sir Alex said, "I pointed out to him how much better it would be to leave like Eric Cantona, with the fans loving and appreciating him. " The crowd still chant Cantona's name and I told Cristiano "Leave a hero like Eric" and one day he will. But not yet.

CR7 to stay with the champs!

Finally, Cristiano Ronaldo made it clear that he will remain with Manchester United this season.

Real Madrid have been trying to lure Ronaldo to Spain since the summer. Real Madrid coach Bernd Schuster believes it is a "shame" that Ronaldo has decided to stay in England.

Ronaldo wanted some new challenges after he had won all major trophies and individual awards. He was planning for a move to Spain, Real to be precise; close to his home to look after his mother.

Ronaldo has said that Sir Alex's human touch was what made him stay at Old Trafford. This is the reason why Fergie has been one of the best managers in the football world. He understands the needs of the player at the right time and makes them into reality.

Van der Sar wants Ronaldo to stay.

Manchester United's golie Edwin Van der Sar has added his name to the list of Manchester United players who have pleaded for Ronaldo to stay.

The veteran has appreciated that the squad is tightly and stronger than ever to win more trophies. He said there is no reason why Ronaldo should quit Old Trafford. United has got everything that a player dreams for, be it money, players, manager or trophies. Also now United can compete in more competitions like the Super Cup and International Cup. Even Michael Carrick has said that he is loving life being a red devil and has urged his team-mate to stay.

After over a month of the drama on Ronaldo's future, everyone seems to make their points and express their desire of wanting the Portugese winger to stay.