Henry Winter talks to 'When the Seagulls...'

I recently contacted the Telegraph’s chief football correspondent Henry Winter asking him to have a look at my blog, and to my complete amazement and honour he ACTUALLY did! So I thought, as I’ve gotten this far, I’ll be push my cheekiness to the limit and ask him for a bite-size interview…and again, the country’s leading football writer was fantastic enough to oblige. So here it is:





What's your verdict on this season so far?

So far it has been very exciting. The big 4 teams have all been losing and each have looked weak in certain games. It's unpredictable.



Can the top 4 be broken?

Yes, I believe so. City will of course pose a threat now and Tottenham have been impressive.



Who has been your player of the season so far?

Definitely Drogba.



Is there any player across the continent who has caught your eye?

Maicon (Inter Milan’s Brazilian, United-linked, full-back).



How well do you think Real will do this season?

They’re obviously a stronger side but I still think only second to Barca.



And due to Barca’s success last season, as well as Real’s domination of the transfer market, would you agree that La Liga has now taken over the Premier League as the best in the world?

Yes, it inevitable has.



How do you think United have done so far this season without Ronaldo?

Ok, but of course they are bound to struggle and miss a talent like that. Their current position though shows that it has not been a detremental loss.



What have you made of our 3 signings: Obertan, Owen and Valencia?

I like Valencia and he is definitely growing in confidence the more games he plays. Owen does need games though and I've been impressd with Obertan's appearances lately. He's full of promise.



And finally, who do you think will win the League?

I originally went for Manchester United at the start, but I think now I have to go for Chelsea.





Henry Winter is the head football correspondent for The Daily Telegraph. His views and match reviews are also featured on the newspapers website: www.Telegraph.co.uk and he writes a column for Haymarket’s football magazine Four Four Two. 

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