Source: Team_Talk
Nani targets 'next level'
Manchester United winger Nani has vowed to up his game and feature regularly in Sir Alex Ferguson's plans this season. [LNB] The return of Antonio Valencia from injury last term meant Nani took a backseat for some encounters, most notably the Champions League final against Barcelona in May. [LNB]The Portuguese ace had to settle for a late cameo from the bench in that clash as the Spanish giants eased to a 3-1 victory. [LNB]The arrival of England winger Ashley Young at Old Trafford this summer could mean Nani will face an even tougher task holding onto his spot in Ferguson's first team. [LNB]But the 24-year-old is certain he can do just that when the new campaign gets underway. [LNB]He said: "I am always very confident. I didn't lose my place to Valencia. The last two or three games the manager made his decisions and, of course, you have to respect this. [LNB]"But now I am feeling confident for the new season and I hope to do my best and help the team win trophies. [LNB]"I will try to take my game to the next level. I will try to do my best. I want to do much better than last season and now we must wait to see how that happens."[LNB]The winger played a starring role in United's 2-1 friendly win over Barca in Washington on Saturday, scoring the opening goal. [LNB]Pep Guardiola fielded a side missing several key players such as Lionel Messi and Dani Alves, but Nani was nevertheless buoyed by both his individual display and the end result. [LNB]He said: "It's a different game, but I'm obviously very happy because I did well and the team is playing very good football in pre-season. [LNB]"Our fitness is getting better and it's good to feel this way."
