Im going to be unpopular saying this but i think as i have a soft side for man u that they should sign downing for the future but 5 million should be alright. Okay hes not international standard especially with the choices england have but players like richardson and downing can only get better and are very young. I believe that if the worst comes to the worst they have lost 5 mil plus wages but u know Glazers a rich man dont u think? Its a gamble like with most young players but i think he may pay off. Also comments about carrick and hargreaves - they couldnt play well together as they are both defensive midfielders. Also u can hardly kick scholes out on the form hes on lately