Charlton hails opponents` Nem-esis

19 May 2009 10:57
Sir Bobby Charlton believes Manchester United are looked on with "envy" because Nemanja Vidic wears their colours. Vidic's team-mates have named him their player of the year after a string of impressive performances as a third successive title was secured. The Serbian defender's next goal is to help United retain the Champions League crown on May 27 when they face Barcelona in Rome. "He has been such an influence. He is the envy of the whole league and he has been a brilliant player for us," said United director Charlton. "Nemanja is unbelievable in the air. He wins absolutely everything. He is so powerful and brave. He has a fantastic leap to get above the strikers. He also comes up for set-pieces and scores goals. "As a defender he makes the full-backs, the goalkeeper and the midfielders in front of him all feel secure. He is a player you can depend on and put your trust in, and that is important. I like that he doesn't try to do too much, he sticks to his task of defending, and does that job very well."

Source: Eurosport