Following the squad rebuilding post Luis Suarez departure, Liverpool FC went on transfer signing spree that started with the surprise purchase of Rickie Lambert. They were instantly compared to the Post Bale Tottenham. The differences between Tottenham and Liverpool were that Rodgers' was simply not just going to spend for the sake of it. He knew that the return to the Champions League together with the defensive frailties that ultimately cost Liverpool the title, that there needed to be changes and strengthening. Some players departed on loan, some players departed as expected and then Daniel Agger found himself returning home to Brondby. That was a transfer not quite expected, but he thought that with recent incomings, his lack of playing time. Divick Origi who had signed returned back to his home club for a season long loan as part of the deal. Tottenham of course had money to spend and didnt they spend it.
Then of course there is Manchester United. They didnt sell anyone to give themselves a whole sum of money, but given the disasterous Moyes reign and several key departures meant that new boss Louis Van Gaal had to make changes. Kagawa, Welbeck found themselves surplus to requirements and permanently out of the club. Other players such as Hernandez, Nani and Nick Powell all found themselves finding clubs on loan. Into Old Trafford were several key signings. Daley Blind, Ander Herrer. Angel Di Maria, Marcus Roja and Falcao on loan. Given the nature of the positioning of some of the players, it will be interesting to see who will fit in where and who will miss out. Will these players gel straight away, will the attacking options leave the United defence struggling. Also will Van Gaal find the right formation for the club to gel for his team to be successful. Will his favoured three at the back turn out to be successful or will it be another problem for the Dutchman to fix. Man Utd fans will be hoping that the road to recovery starts sooner rather than later as a new kit deal comes closer, top four qualification will become ever more important especially with financial clauses affecting the deal.
