Manchester United is delighted to announce that the Polish
international goalkeeper, Tomasz Kuszczak, has joined the
Club.
As part of the deal, West Bromwich Albion have signed Uniteds
former England Under-18 keeper Luke Steele and reserve centre-half
Paul McShane. Ben Foster will join Watford on a season-long
loan.
West Brom signed the 24-year old from Bundesliga club Hertha Berlin
in July 2004. He made his debut for West Brom in the Premiership
fixture against Fulham in September 2004. He was first choice
goalkeeper in 2005/06, making over 30 Premiership
appearances.
He made his international debut for Poland aged 21 against Malta in
December 2003. He was also part of Poland's 2006 World Cup squad,
but didn't play in the tournament.
Sir Alex Ferguson said: "Tomasz will add good quality to the squad.
He has plenty of ability and knows what challenges the Premiership
presents. I am sure he will benefit from working alongside a great
keeper like Edwin van der Sar. I am pleased that Ben Foster will be
able to play regular first team football at Watford and Im sure he
will continue to develop as a top flight goalkeeper. We are
building great strength in depth in that position at United.
Tomasz Kuszczak said: As soon as United came in for me, I wanted
to come to Old Trafford. The chance to play for the biggest club in
the world is not one you can pass up. Im looking forward to the
challenge the Premiership and Champions League brings. It's a
fantastic opportunity to be the best keeper I can be.
Fergie is a COMPLETE transfer nut.
Why buy Kuszczak when Steele is much younger? To warm the
substitute bench?
Stupid transfer, a total waste of money.
Cheers.
C.K
