ESPN FC's Alexis Nunes discusses Alexandre Pato's recent comments that Manchester United reportedly contacted the Sao Paulo striker on deadline day. ESPN FC's Paul Mariner believes that although it is still too early to judge Manchester United's Anthony Martial,he has done brilliantly thus far considering the pressure placed upon him. Record teenage-signing Anthony Martial has netted three times in his first two Premier League games for Manchester United. Alexandre Pato is enjoying one of the best phases of his career.
Sao Paulo forward Alexandre Pato has revealed that Manchester United made him a "very kind" offer just two hours before the recent summer transfer window closed.
Pato had been linked to a number of clubs in Europe this summer, and the former AC Milan man had expressed his desire to once again play Champions League football. And while a deal never materialized, or it wasn't from a lack of interest. THE BEST OF ESPN FC - Darke: Brendan Rodgers needs more time| FC Debate
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