The humble Nuneaton man brought in talent from his hometown to the star Brazillan fullbacks . He was a selfless, meticulous and knowledgeable scout and was held in the highest esteem by colleagues, players and their families alike."The best thing I can tell you about Geoff is, it doesn't matter where he was, what he aspired to, he never forgot his roots, he'd never try to lord it in front of anyone."It was his eye for talent that led to a then schoolboy John Curtis being signed by United as well as Andy Rammell from Atherstone. Their recovery will take time. So, by 11 August, there’s a hungry, fit and smiley squad coming out on that pitch.The Premier League giants depart Manchester on Sunday 7 July and arrive in Perth a day later, leaving four full days for Solskjaer and his charges to acclimatise before the clash against the Hyundai A-League Premiers on Saturday 13 July.Glory will open their 2019/20 pre-season campaign on Tuesday night in a friendly against Bayswater City, giving Tony Popovic’s men a slight head start on their opponents.The Red Devils return to Optus Stadium four days later for a match against rivals Leeds United, before their pre-season tour continues into Singapore and China to contest the International Champions Cup.“It’s all about trying to get fit and play as many minutes as possible so you can be ready for the season.
Our thoughts are with his family at this sad time.”"He did so much, he carried on supporting local football, he got so many signed things for local clubs, he always did his bit to help," Mr Wilson said.Manchester United is mourning the death of a humble Nuneaton man who it hailed a 'magnificent servant' during the legendary Alex Ferguson era.As a result of this, so many players owe their careers to the 74-year-old, who sadly passed away on May 26.The humble Nuneaton man brought in talent from his hometown to the star Brazillan fullbacksWant the best Coventry and Warwickshire news delivered straight to your inbox? "I can categorically state that, if it hadn't been for coronavirus, there would have been a large number of people from Old Trafford at his funeral and I would bet money that Fergie himself would have been there," he said."When United won the treble in 1998/99, he and his wife Josie were there at Wembley and at Barcelona, they were at all of the dinner, he was part and parcel of the set up there - it was a huge job at United.His death is being mourned at Old Trafford according to a spokesperson for the club, who said: “Geoff was a magnificent servant of Manchester United who loved working for the club. He was approached by Brian Whitehouse, he was the Midands scout for United, it was at a Boro game versus Paget Rangers"He was such a genuine man, he had this job that put him into the stratosphere but he never forgot his local roots," he said."He had one of the longest throws in local football, it was phenomenal really, he would almost reach the back post," he said.Mr Wilson was keen to pay tribute to Geoff, who he said did not forget his roots but also forged a strong link between United and his hometown.This sent the humble Hartshill man around the globe for an incredible 25 years looking for young talent to pull on the shirt for the Red Devils.Geoff Watson's legacy at the club will live long for fans and staff alike, including celebrated ex manager Fergie, who personally promoted him from Midlands scout to the club's chief recruitment scout."His smile and warm sense of humour would light up the room. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer admits he cannot wait to see his Manchester United side run out to face Perth Glory as the Red Devils prepare to fly to Western Australia. Snehadri Sarkar ; Feb 12, 2020, 10:05 PM IST; Manchester United’s fall from grace has been one of the biggest in recent years. It was written by Frank Renshaw, who was a member of Herman's Hermits in the 1970s and 1980s. United have now become an average side. Former Bermuda player Laurie Millerchip was another to sign because of Geoff.Geoff's family have decided to continue to support the club he loved by asking for donations to be made in his memory to the Manchester United Foundation - a charity close to his heart."He was a credit to the club and a credit to himself."They have also welcomed people to line the streets when his funeral cortege passes on Thursday, June 11."He was never braggy about his job, he just got on with it, he was ever such a nice man.""I remember how it all started with United.