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	Dong Fangzhuo
		Dong Fangzhuo (董方卓) (born January 23, 1985 in Dalian, China) is a Chinese football forward who currently plays for Manchester United and represents China at full international level.
		Dong first came to prominence in 2000 when he was named Player of the Tournament in a U-17 football competition.
		Dong signed for Manchester United from Dalian Shide in January 2004, for an initial fee of £500,000 which may eventually rise to £3,500,000 depending upon appearances.
	www.dongfangzhuo.azplayers.com (127 words)

	Dong Fangzhuo - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Dong Fangzhuo (董方卓) (born January 23, 1985) is a Chinese football player.
		Dong needs to play regularly for the Chinese national team if he is to obtain a work permit to play in England.
		Dong recently scored for the Chinese national team in a 4-1 loss to Switzerland.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Dong_Fangzhuo (184 words)

	Dong Fangzhuo can move to United for free: Dalian manager
		Dalian Shide team manager Lin Lefeng confirmed English Premiership champions Manchester United have made a firm bid for young starlet Dong Fangzhuo and while the offer is not quite up to scratch, Lin said there are plenty of other options to be uncovered.
		In fact, such is Dalian's confidence in Dong's ability that Lin has openly declared that the player will be allowed to go on a long term loan move for free, an option that quite simply, exuberates Dalian's conviction that a firm deal will be sealed eventually.
		We don't mind a three to five year loan deal and as part of the club's sincerity, we are willing to allow letting the player go for free on loan.
	www.chinadaily.com.cn /en/doc/2003-10/29/content_276669.htm (388 words)

	sport.iafrica.com \| soccer \| british \| manchester city Dong looks to emulate Sun
		Manchester United's new signing Dong Fangzhuo has described compatriot and Manchester City fullback Sun Jihai as China's greatest sporting export and the perfect role model for other aspiring exports.
		Dong will leave Chinese outfit Dalian Shide, the same club Sun Jihai played for, to join United's feeder club Royal Antwerp at the start of next season before his Old Trafford career can begin in earnest.
		When Dong eventually meets the work permit requirements and arrives in England, the 18-year-old hopes 'older brother' Sun Jihai, despite playing for United's bitter city rivals, will help him with the adaptation.
	sport.iafrica.com /soccer/british/mancity/296211.htm (217 words)

	RedCafe.net - Dong Fangzhou
		Fangzhuo could initially join United on loan, but the 18-year-old is tipped for a bright future in the game and would bring huge commercial benefits with him should he join Ferguson's men.
		Dong seems to be very quick and has an incredible jumping ability for his height.
		Dong just started his professional career in Chinese First Division A this year, and is still not yet a first team regular starter of his club.
	www.redcafe.net /printthread.php?t=35648 (2778 words)

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		Dong Fangzhuo, then of Antwerp, is pictured during the football first league match Germinal vs Antwerp February 22, 2004 in Antwerp.
		Fangzhuo will play his first game for Manchester United in Beijing next week, club boss Sir Alex Ferguson said after his team touched down in Hong Kong to begin their Asian tour.
		Dong was forced to begin his United career on loan to Belgian feeder club Royal Antwerp as he did not qualify immediately for a British work permit.
	www.wldcup.com /news/2005Jul/20050722_31236_world_soccer.html (616 words)

	news - UNITED: Dong To Make Reds History On Tour (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-27)
		Dong had emerged as the cream of a crop of youngsters sent by China’s top clubs to England for trials at the end of 2003, and his talent and skills caught the eye of Sir Alex Ferguson.
		The United boss now wants Dong to figure in his summer plans which will see United take in the sights of Hong Kong, Beijing and Tokyo during their highly-anticipated four-game tour.
		"Dong will be rubbing shoulders with the some of the best players in the Premiership such as Ryan Giggs, Wayne Rooney and Ruud van Nistelrooy.
	www.noticias.info /archivo/2005/200505/20050511/20050511_65211.shtm (387 words)

	BBC SPORT \| Football \| My Club \| Man Utd \| Man Utd sign Dong (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-27)
		If Dong is a success, United would benefit from an explosion of interest in the world's most populous country.
		Under the terms of the deal, United are reported to be sending two or three coaches to work with Dalian Shide's development squad.
		Dong, who was also linked with Real Madrid and Inter Milan, emerged as the cream of a crop of youngsters sent by China's top clubs to England for trials in August.
	news.bbc.co.uk /sport1/hi/football/teams/m/man_utd/3378641.stm (215 words)

	CNN.com - Chinese striker signs for Man U - Jan. 13, 2004
		Dong joins a growing line of Chinese players moving to English clubs.
		Chinese teenage striker Dong Fangzhuo has signed for Manchester United in a $6.48 million deal with Dalian Shide, the China club says.
		Dong, 18, emerged as the cream of a crop of youngsters sent by China's top clubs to England for trials in August and United manager Alex Ferguson said in November that the club was pursuing him.
	www.cnn.com /2004/SPORT/football/01/13/dong.manu.reut (188 words)

	[imusa] Red China Devil
		Dong Fangzhuo, the quiet lad from Dalian, now finds himself under the media glare at Man United Red China Devil By Peh Shing Huei HIS feet have done enough talking to attract a £1-million (S$2.89-million) bid from Manchester United.
		Now, Dong Fangzhuo's mother hopes his mouth will do likewise.
		Dong - who had just earned promotion to Shide's first team - was one of the lucky ones.
	www.mail-archive.com /imusa@yahoogroups.com/msg00049.html (665 words)

	Guangdong FM - live via internet!
		July 23: Chinese signing Dong Fangzhuo had a dream debut for Manchester United, with his second half goal giving the Red Devils...
		HONG KONG (AFP) - Chinese signing Dong Fangzhuo had a dream debut for Manchester United, with his second half goa...
		HONG KONG (AP) - Chinese recruit Dong Fangzhuo scored in his Manchester United debut Saturday as the Premier League giant beat H...
	archive.wn.com /2005/07/25/1400/guangdongfm (873 words)

	sport.iafrica.com \| today's news Dong scores on United debut
		Dong Fangzhuo put away a gift from Hong Kong goalkeeper Fan Chun-yip to score in the 73rd minute at a packed Hong Kong Football Stadium, but the twice European champions were disappointing overall.
		Five minutes later and Dong, only two years older than the Italian, made it two, after the Hong Kong 'keeper who had pulled off a string of brave saves in the first half, kicked out straight to him.
		Dong dribbled past the surprised Hong Kong defence and chipped past Fan to score less than 30 minutes into his United playing career.
	sport.iafrica.com /news/464587.htm (672 words)

	Dong Fangzhuo upbeat about getting UK work permit soon - RedCafe.net
		Chinese international Dong Fangzhuo said on Thursday that he can get a work permit in Britain as soon as possible.
		Dong put up a brilliant performance in China's 2-0 victory over Palestine on Wednesday in an Asian Cup qualifier.
		He scored a goal in his debut as Alex Ferguson's side beat Chinese Hong Kong 2-0 on July 22 and was brought on the pitch at the second half in a game against Beijing Hyundai four days later.
	www.redcafe.net /showthread.php?t=105789 (1316 words)

	Man Utd's Neville and Scholes praise Fangzhuo - Fangzhuo - Dalian News
		Scholes was also impressed with Dong, saying both he and South Korean new boy Park Ji-Sung were a welcome addition to the squad.
		Dong¡¯s goal helped lift the two-time European champions to a 2-0 victory against Hong Kong, the first match in United¡¯s pre-season Asian tour.
		Dong is also expected to play in the Chinese capital today when United take on Beijing Hyundai.
	www.runsky.com /homepage/english/news/spor/userobject1ai580145.html (350 words)

	ESPNsoccernet - Global - On-target Dong still aiming for United role
		More performances like the one he gave in the 2-0 win over Palestine in an Asian Cup qualifier, however, should cement his position as a national team regular, a requirement of the British authorities before a permit is granted to a non-EU player.
		Dong constantly threatened the Palestine defence in Guangzhou on Wednesday and his mazy dribble set up China's second goal for defender Li Weifeng.
		Dong's signing by the Old Trafford club came as United looked to make inroads into China's lucrative market.
	soccernet.espn.go.com /news/story?id=359693&cc=5739 (317 words)

	Man United may sign Chinese teen
		Two weeks ago, state media quoted Lin as saying the club was willing to part with the lightning-fast forward for free for up to five years on condition that he went on loan.
		Rumours have swirled for weeks that Dong would move to Old Trafford during the Premier League transfer window in January, enabling one of club football's biggest names to broaden their presence in the world's largest country.
		Dong emerged as the cream of a crop of youngsters sent by China's top clubs to England for trials in August and Manchester United manager Alex Ferguson let slip on Wednesday that a "Chinese boy" would be joining the club soon.
	www.rediff.com /sports/2003/nov/14manu.htm (378 words)

	BreakingNews.ie - 2005/05/11: Dong set for Man Utd tour debut
		Manchester United have confirmed Chinese import Dong Fangzhuo will be part of the Red Devils’ squad for their four-match Asian tour this summer.
		Cynics may argue Dong’s presence on the trip is nothing more than a marketing ploy as United look to maximise their commercial interests in the Far East.
		However, director of marketing Peter Draper insists the trip will also provide Dong with vital experience as he bids to prove he is worthy of a place at United.
	archives.tcm.ie /breakingnews/2005/05/11/story202027.asp (268 words)

	EF Soccer News - Manchester United purchase Chinese kid
		Dong will be sent over to Royal Antwerp of the Belgian First Division and will remain there until he gains enough experience.
		"Although Dong Fangzhuo is very young, he's got a very strong mind.
		As good as Dong is, there are plenty of talented youngsters in Europe (and South America) whose signing would be much easier to handle.
	www.expertfootball.com /gossip/news_29_1_2004.php (272 words)

	PFDC : Internet's Best Hangout for Iranian Football Fans - Man U..have a 20 year old Chinese (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-27)
		Accroding to the BBC, Dong is not able to play for Manchester United in the UK due to work permit regulations.
		Dong Fangzhuo has been playing for China U-19 squad.
		They're hoping Dong gets a Belgian passport as he would then be allowed to play for Unted.
	www.persianfootball.com /forums/printthread.php?t=13045 (471 words)

	Dong to make United bow - soccer24-7.com Forums
		Dong Fangzhuo is set to don the Manchester United shirt for the first time this summer after being included in the club's squad to the Far East.
		Work permit regulations prevent Dong from featuring in The Premiership, however he is free to participate in United's four-match Asian tour.
		United's director of marketing Peter Draper has denied Dong's participation is not just a publicity stunt to boost attendances on the trip.
	www.soccer24-7.com /forum/showthread.php?t=75094 (1126 words)

	Chinese teen all set to join Man Utd - Sify.com
		Beijing: Chinese teenage striker Dong Fangzhuo is set to agree a deal this week to join Manchester United from Dalian Shide, Dalian's general manager said on Thursday.
		Speculation has swirled for months that 18-year-old Dong would move during January's transfer window, enabling one of club soccer's biggest names to broaden their presence in China.
		Dong emerged as the cream of a crop of youngsters sent by China's top clubs to England for trials in August and United manager Alex Ferguson let slip last month that the club was pursuing him.
	sify.com /sports/football/fullstory.php?id=13339886 (300 words)

	PLAYERS AND STAFF - First Team: Fangzhuo Dong - Manchester United Official Web Site
		Dong Fangzhuo had to be patient to become the first ever Chinese player at Old Trafford.
		His surname is Dong, first name Fangzhuo, which is often spelt incorrectly as Fangzhou.
		Dong pulled on the red shirt for the first time in a friendly against Hong Kong XI in July 2005 and scored in the 2-0 win.
	www.manutd.com /default.sps?pagegid={FE60904B-C2A8-4E60-9B05-700DBBC29BBC}§ion=playerProfile&teamid=458&bioid=92589 (223 words)

	Fangzhuo Dong
		In January 2004 Manchester United completed the signing of Chinese prodigy Fangzhuo Dong.
		But because Dong does not qualify for a UK work permit, he began his United career at Belgian feeder club Royal Antwerp, and he linked up with them in February 2004.
		The same month, he signed a new contract at Old Trafford until 2010, while he got his first competitive start in a 0-0 draw against Chelsea in May as United coasted towards the end of the season.
	www.4thegame.com /club/manchester-united-fc/player-profile/4652/fangzhuodong.html (379 words)

	CNN.com - Dong landmark as United win in HK - Jul 23, 2005
		Dong landmark as United win in HK HONG KONG -- Chinese recruit Dong Fangzhuo made a dream debut for Manchester United as he scored in the 2-0 win over Hong Kong on the first leg of their Asian tour on Saturday.
		Coming off the bench in the second half, Dong intercepted a pass by Hong Kong goalkeeper Fan Chun-yip and found the net in the 73rd minute.
		But it was Dong's goal that will impact in the region, the 20-year-old's goal made especially sweet because it came on Chinese soil.
	cnn.com /2005/SPORT/football/07/23/hongkong.united?section=cnn_latest (440 words)

	Chinese Dong Fangzhuo to sign with Man United (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-27)
		Chinese striker Dong Fangzhuo, a teenager from Dalian Shide will officially sign with Manchester United.
		In August, 18-year-old Dong Fangzhuo emerged as the cream of a crop of youngsters sent by China's top clubs to England for trials.
		Dong Fangzhuo can move to Man Utd for free: Dalian manager
	english1.peopledaily.com.cn /200312/03/eng20031203_129611.shtml (297 words)

	dong has chance - soccer24-7.com Forums
		But Ferguson said it's up to Dong himself to get a place and there is no specific timeline for the club to bring him from Belgian club Royal Antwerp, which he was loaned to after joining Ferguson's club.
		"Dong is wonderful as a sticker," he said.
		The last i heard of Dong,he was struggling get into the team of a second division Belgian club,so i think we can safely say that Dong was bought for commercial reasons and that he's got no chance of ever playing a Premiership game for United.
	www.soccer24-7.com /forum/showthread.php?t=82009 (1012 words)

	SOC-Shorts fangzhuo (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-27)
		Chinese striker Dong Fangzhuo has been named to the English club's lineup for its exhibition matches in Hong Kong and Beijing this summer, organizers said in a statement Tuesday.
		It will be a proud moment to play in China as a Manchester United player," Dong was quoted in the statement.
		Manchester United signed the 20-year-old Dong in 2004, but then lent him to Belgian club Royal Antwerp.
	www.cp.org /premium/ONLINE/member/Rugby/050510/R051025AU.html (173 words)

	Focus on Chinese Players Abroad -- People's Daily Online (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-27)
		According to the contract, Manchster still has the right to summon Dong Fangzhou back once he is needed by the Red Devils team.
		Dong Fangzhuo will be the first Chinese soccer player to play in Belgium.
		Premier League champions Manchester United have now entered the final stages of negotiations in their bid to lure Chinese star Dong Fangzhuo to Old Trafford.
	english1.peopledaily.com.cn /zhuanti/Zhuanti_239.shtml (376 words)

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