Tuesday, 16th September, 2014
Bryan Robson believes that Manchester United’s new signings have added grit and determination to the squad.
The new look Manchester United, powered by the attacking talents of Angel di Maria, played some sumptuous football to beat Queens Park Rangers 4-0 at Old Trafford on Sunday.
The former Manchester United captain believes that the club sent out a strong message by spending big money on the likes of Di Maria and Radamel Falcao this summer.
"It was important that we bring some real star quality into the team", explained Robson in United Review, the official matchday programme.
"It sends out a message to everybody both inside and outside the club, reminding them who we are.”
relatedNewsStory
Robson feels that Manchester United’s listless performances during the start of the campaign was not down to the ability of the players but it was more to do with their mentality, which took a beating after last season’s struggles.
"You need the temperament and mentality to play for Manchester United when it really matters and, at times during our opening games, we've been without that mentality.
“You can see the ability there in the players, but people seemed to slip back into how they were last season.”
Robson reserved special praise for Daley Blind and Marcos Rojo and stressed that they have the temperament to succeed at Old Trafford.
"If you're going to be a Manchester United player, you need to be able to handle pressure. When you look at Blind and Rojo as players, they both have the grit and determination that you need in those situations."
The Red Devils will travel to the King Power Stadium to take on Leicester City next weekend.
Don't bet on football until you've visited Inside Bet! Interesting markets, top tips, betting facts – get all the info before you bet.
