Mr Kirchner has followed an unwavering course, not only defying the Fund at home but pleading his cause adroitly with the Fund's shareholders in Europe and the United States.
Raymond wrote that the appointment of Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho would be "a much safer appointment in the eyes of the United board and shareholders" while the appointment of Everton manager and bookmakers favorite, David Moyes, would "come with great risk" due to his lack of experience with big clubs.