November 7th 2024.
David Moyes had high hopes for his time as the Manchester United boss. He wanted to bring in some big names to the club, but unfortunately, his time there was cut short. He only had less than 10 months to make a mark in the transfer market, but he did try his best to sign three top players at Old Trafford.
Taking over from the legendary Alex Ferguson, Moyes knew he had big shoes to fill. His six-year contract with Manchester United was a dream come true, but it quickly turned into a nightmare. Despite his efforts, things didn't go as planned, and he ended up with only one big signing - Marouane Fellaini.
In an interview with Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet, Moyes revealed his plans for Manchester United. He wanted to continue the legacy of Sir Alex Ferguson and not change the club's philosophy. He also shared his attempts to sign Cesc Fabregas, Gareth Bale, and Leighton Baines in the summer of 2013. However, they ended up with Fellaini as their only major signing.
Moyes explained that he had high hopes for Fabregas, but the player's loyalty to Barcelona prevented the deal from happening. Similarly, Bale's heart was set on joining Real Madrid, and despite Manchester United's efforts, they were unable to secure his signature. As for Baines, he was meant to be a backup for Patrice Evra, but the deal fell through.
Despite these challenges, Moyes was able to make one significant signing in January 2014 - Juan Mata from Chelsea. However, he was sacked before the end of the season, leaving his transfer plans unfinished. He also shared that he believed the team needed a significant overhaul, despite winning the Premier League in the previous season.
The players had a strong loyalty to Sir Alex Ferguson, making it difficult for Moyes to bring in new players and change things around. He knew it would take time, but unfortunately, he was not given that time. Despite his struggles, Moyes still believes that he could have made a difference at Manchester United if he was given more time.
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