Although Manchester United's journey in this year's UEFA Cup ended in the last 8, the Red Devils' unruly atmosphere could still be felt on the stage of the final. Both teams have "United blood" in their veins, with Sivir having former United player Alex Dinis in their ranks. Roma, on the other hand, is more like a "Red Devils' alumni association", from coach Molenu to midfielder Nemanja Mardi to defender Keith Smolen, all of them have played for Manchester United.
Alexis Dinis was loaned out to Westville by Manchester United last summer and has appeared in 36 games this season, including four appearances in the Europa League. The 30-year-old Brazilian international will face the question of where he will go at the end of his loan spell this summer. United do not appear to be in any hurry to recall him and with his future uncertain, he will need to take his chance to show what he can do in the Europa League final in the hope that Xavier will decide to buy out his contract.
