This rumor excites me! It is being reported that Newcastle United have a new competitor in the race to sign Middlesbrough striker Mark Viduka. Viduka’s contact expires next month, and thus far ‘boro have not been able ink a new deal with the Australian national. It is said the current offer is in the £40,000 per week range!
Manchester has a lot to offer Viduka, including the European football he desires. The sticking point will be playing time - and rightfully so. With youngsters Rossi and Eagles trying to push their way into the starting lineup, and the likes of Rooney, Saha, Smith, Solksjaer, et al, already playing forward, will Viduka really get enough playing time to entice him to come to Manu?
On the flip side, Newcastle are promising to use Viduka as a core member of the team and build around him.
I suppose it really boils down to what it is Viduka wants… Playing time? Or Silverware?
