When I first read about this italian ban I thought it was FIFA and their national team as FIFA don't permit appeals to 'outside bodies'. Quick google search suggests it is FIFA led.... Here
So Dirk its either the team that were champions of Europe last year or one that last won something when your Grandad was still in short trousers......... But remember the Geordies do have a bigger stadium
Well that article should help him to galvinise the troups. He loves the "us v the rest of the world" mentality. United WILL finish in the top four this season and if we write them off now we are being very stupid IMO.
I think only time will tell if they have overpaid. If they win the league he was worth it!! (and I think he is a better player than some on here are giving him credit for).