United would be foolish to sell Chicharito
Poor Javier Hernandez. In a game overshadowed by a questionable sending off and racist allegations against Mark Clattenburg, the Mexican enjoyed his 25 minute cameo during Manchester United’s 3-2 win over Chelsea.
Granted, his goal, upon replay, should’ve been ruled out for offside, but such was the speed and agility of Chicharito, the linesman was blissfully unaware that he leapt back onside to tap in from Rafael’s drilled ball across the six yard box.
Prior the encounter, Hernandez had netted twice during the 3-2 Champions League win over FC Braga, coming from 2-0 down after a poor defensive showing in the first half. Again, the striker’s input was overlooked by those, who instead focused on the United backline.
The three goals in two games from the Mexico international should’ve seen him lauded, as he was when he first arrived, but instead, antics of his peers have cost him the praise he richly deserved. His three strikes, two headers and a poacher’s effort, coupled with his goal against the Blues on Wednesday night, were the epitome of Chicharito.
In a strike force consisting of Wayne Rooney, Robin van Persie and Danny Welbeck, none offer a similar threat to that of Hernandez. While the trio bring their own individual strength to United, it is the 24-year-old will always have the knack of the being in the right place at the right time.
While there have been talks that Chicharito could be sold, especially with the signing of Angelo Henriquez, United manager Sir Alex Ferguson would be foolhardy to release his ‘Little Pea’, be in it January or the summer.
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