I never heard about him before but when people touted him as the new Thierry Henry, he must be a really exciting young player. He is wearing No.7 for France U-21 team and scored against England in the U21 friendly at the City ground on 31 March 2009.

Manchester United have confirmed the signing of winger Gabriel Obertan from Bordeaux on a four-year contract that cost the Red Devils around £3million.

The Frenchman primarily plays as a striker but can also play in the midfield on either wing with his biggest threat his searing speed. He can do a really good step over as well. What do you think about that?? Remind you of someone??

Another Cristiano Ronaldo in the making by Sir Alex?? Maybe….

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This is what Sir Alex said about him..

Sir Alex Ferguson said: “Gabriel is a player we have tracked for a few years now, but because of his educational programme our efforts to get him here have always been delayed.

“We are delighted to get him now as he is an exciting prospect. We like to get young players and develop them, and we will see that in Gabriel over the next two years.”

This is what Gabriel Obertan said about the signing..

“I am very happy to join Manchester United,” the player added.

“This is a big opportunity for me to play at such a great club. I am very excited to be here and I look forward to proving what I can do.”

With the arrival of Obertan and Valencia… I don’t think there are still future for Nani at Manutd…
Sir Alex normally gives 2 years for young players to improve..if they failed to improve in 2 years..then..you’re out..

Watch this video of him…with this skills and flair..no wonder the defensive Laurent Blanc don’t like him and loaned him to Lorient.