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#7 Number Seven
One of the first things the club needs is an inspirational, world-class footballer to carry the expectations of jersey number 7. The jersey has an illustrious story, written by legends who wore it with pride and distinction. It is aching for a worthy successor since Cristiano Ronaldo. The scouts and coaches have not found a number 7.
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There has been no wow signing at Manchester United since Robin van Persie. Nothing genuinely inspiring. Juventus was canny with United with the then world record transfer. It was a desperate move, which is already showing signs of diminishing returns.
The success of Ajax, run by Manchester United legend Edwin van der Sar shows what a well-run academy can do. It can instil club values and be the fountain of talent. United needs to probably brand themselves as underdogs and bring in new blood and fight the good fight as Ajax do. Or a generation will fly by without them ever being relevant. The footballing world needs a strong Manchester United and their next great number 7.
