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Haha as much as I love Ruud and all he has done that would not even begon to compare to the Owen move it would be hard for Liverpool to trump that, signing Giggs or Scholes would be the only way imo
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Quote:[size=7] Arsenal Offer €18m For Giampaolo Pazzini, Sampdoria Want €25m - Report[/size]
Reports in Italy suggest the Gunners are ready to pounce for the talented striker, but they are not prepared to stump up the money the Blucerchiati desire...
Sampdoria are bracing themselves for a transfer assault from Arsenal, who are aiming to sign Giampaolo Pazzini. According to La Gazzetta Dello Sport, the 25-year-old Italian international is wanted by Arsene Wenger. 'Pazzo' has scored seven goals in 12 Serie A matches this term, winning a recall to the Italian national team. Another call has come, this time from further afield as the Gunners plan a winter raid in Italy. The report claims Arsenal are willing to offer €18 million to procure the prolific hitman, but Sampdoria are looking for at least €25m, leading to speculation that he may stay in Italy. Samp are flying high this term and their aim is to secure a European place. Pazzini and Cassano have been the focal point of their attack this term, and it's unlikely the club will be willing to break that bond. In addition, Pazzini has ambitions to play for Italy at the World Cup. Voices suggest he is unlikely to risk that by moving into unknown territory midway through the season. Arsenal have also been linked with Inter starlet Mario Balotelli. Salvatore Landolina, Goal.comhttp://goal.com/en/news/10/italy/2009/11/21/1638177/arsenal-offer-18m-for-giampaolo-pazzini-sampdoria-want-25m Waste of money TBH considering the attacking players we have already.
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Arsenal will make a £17m summer move for Aston Villa striker Gabriel Agbonlahor if the 23-year-old has a strong finish to the season.
Full story: Daily Star
Nemanja Vidic will leave Manchester United in the summer and head for a club in southern Europe. The 28-year-old defender and his wife Ana have failed to settle in Manchester and will head for sunnier climes.
Full story: Daily Mail
However, Napoli midfielder Marek Hamsik could be a summer arrival at Old Trafford. The 22-year-old has been earmarked as a player who can breathe new life into a Manchester United squad that features several stars in their mid thirties.
Full story: Daily Telegraph
Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp is weighing up a swoop for Honduran striker Melvin Valladeres. The 25-year-old, recommended by Spurs midfielder Wilson Palacios, has been given a two-week trial by the club.
Full story: The Mirror
Alternatively, Pompey could chose former Peterborough boss Darren Ferguson and name him in time for Saturday's game against his father's team - Manchester United. (Daily Express)
Manchester United keeper Edwin van der Sar could come out of international retirement to play in the World Cup for The Netherlands next summer. Van der Sar will only be four months short of his 40th birthday when the tournament starts.
Full story: The Guardian
Sunderland striker Darren Bent is set to miss five matches because of a hamstring injury. The Black Cats are already without Kenwyne Jones, who is completing a three-match ban.
Full story: The Sun
Sam Allardyce's wife, Lynn, will ban him from using his mobile phone tonight to ensure he has no involvement in Blackburn's clash with Fulham. The Rovers manager, 55, is set to undergo heart surgery on Friday.
Full story: Daily Mail
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Hamsik to United, yes pleaseee. Disapointing about Vidic however
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Quote:[size=7]Napoli Will Not Consider Offers For Marek Hamsik
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Napoli sporting director Riccardo Bigon also opined on the Partenopei's Coppa Italia campaign, and insists that they will take the competition seriously...
Riccardo Bigon has dismissed rumours linking star midfielder Marek Hamsik with a transfer to the Premier League.
Both Manchester United and Chelsea have been linked with a move for the Slovakian, who has scored seven league goals so far this season, but the sporting director insists that there is no room for negotiating.
"Manchester United are after Hamsik? If we rejected the rumours regarding a friend like [Carlo] Ancelotti and his Chelsea, it's obvious we also reject these rumours," he explained to Radio Marte.
"There is no room for negotiations for Marek's transfer."
The Partenopei continue their Coppa Italia campaign on Thursday night with a fourth round match against Cittadella, having eased past Salernitana in round three.
Bigon has declared that Walter Mazzarri's side are intending to take the cup very seriously, as they will face Juventus in the next round if they progress against the Granata.
"Regarding tomorrow's game, I can say that the Coppa Italia is an important tournament for us as, above all, it's a trophy that everyone wants to win.
"A victory tomorrow would bring a prestigious tie with Juventus. We must not forget, however, that these games can sometimes bring big surprises. The squad must be careful.
"I know Cittadella well because they are from my region, and I know that they are doing some really good work. [Leonardo] Pettinari is one such example - he is a player who is having a brilliant season."
Don't think he'll leave TBH.
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Quote:[size=7]Alex Song Signs New Contract At Arsenal
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Cameroon midfielder extends Emirates stay...
Arsenal have today confirmed that midfielder Alex Song has signed a new contract at the club. Although its length has not been specified, it is described on the club's website as "long term".
The Cameroon international has established himself in a defensive midfield role in Arsene Wenger's 4-3-3 formation this season.
Also able to fill in at centre-back when required, the 22-year-old has made 96 appearances for the Gunners and won 15 caps for Cameroon.
Song joins team-mates Eduardo and Sanchez Watt in inking new deals at the Emirates in the past week. Good news this. One of the most improved players in the league.
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I would love Hamsik and think he is just what we need atm but I cant see him leaving Italy, Inter and Juve are very keen on him too.
The Vidic stories are only rumours, they sai he was unsettled in England last offf season and he denied those calls
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If we sell Masch we lose another world class player following Alonso...
We still got Gerrard, Torres, Reina and Johnson :)
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Out-of-favour Real Madrid striker Ruud van Nistelrooy will reject Arsenal in favour of a move to Liverpool on loan.
Full story: Daily Mirror
Tottenham want to sign Manchester City defender Micah Richards in the January transfer window
Full story: Daily Mirror
Everton chairman Bill Kenwright's attempts to sell the club have suffered a major blow after planning permission for a new stadium was rejected.
Full story: The Independent
Former Inter Milan goalkeeper Walter Zenga is being lined up as Bolton's next manager.
Full story: Daily Mirror
Sunderland manager Steve Bruce has laughed off Wigan chairman Dave Whelan's suggestion that the Latics' 9-1 thrashing by Tottenham was partly down to some of Bruce's "dodgy" signings when he was in charge of the side.
Full story: The Times
Stamford Bridge looks likely to miss out on being one of the grounds included in England's 2018 World Cup bid as there is not enough room around the stadium but the London Olympic Stadium is likely to be included.
Full story: Daily Mail
Arsenal defender Armand Traore will have surgery in the summer to get rid of his tattoos, calling them "one of the biggest mistakes of my life".
Full story: Daily Mirror
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Quote:[size=7] Luca Toni Can Search For Another Team To Play For - Bayern Munich Coach Van Gaal[/size] The Italian is likely to look for greener pastures in the January transfer window...
Bayern Munich trainer Louis van Gaal has told the press that striker Luca Toni may leave the club this winter. The former Fiorentina star has made no secret of the fact he is unhappy at the club and wants to return to Serie A. "The player himself has said he wants to leave," admitted Van Gaal, according to forzaroma.info. "In this case I think he should search for another team. Certainly, the decision is up to the club, but I have some influence on this." Toni has already spent some time with the reserve team this season, falling behind in the pecking order at the club and the Dutch tactician hinted the reason for Toni's impending departure was his lack of professionalism. "All players have their chances, but they all need to meet the commitment required by Bayern to be considered a professional," he concluded. Van Gaal's position at the club is not necessarily safe either, as Bayern Munich must win their final Champions League match against Juventus in December to qualify for the knock-out stages. Roma, Milan, and Napoli are said to be interested in the striker, who was a 2006 World Cup winner. http://goal.com/en/news/15/germany/2009/11/26/1649646/luca-toni-can-search-for-another-team-to-play-for-bayern Not surprising since he can't keep his mouth shut long enough to get any game time. he'll be a good pick up for another team.
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Quote:[size=7] Nemanja Vidic: I'm Perfectly Happy At Manchester United[/size] Serb speaks out again to quash exit rumours…Manchester United centre-back Nemanja Vidic has reiterated that he has no intentions of leaving the Premier League champions. Reports have linked the Serb with a move away from the club as rumours have emerged that his wife is unhappy living in England. But the 28-year-old centre-back wants to stay at Old Trafford and help with the development of yet another generation of fine young talent at the club. "I am glad to have been part of this club for so many years and if I could be one of the bases on which a new team is built I would be very happy," he said, according to Sky Sports News. "I have never said I want to go and play in another country. Other people have spoken or written about it and I am not happy with that. "But I have said in the past what I think. I don't want to keep talking about it because I can't stop what people say. The fact is I am happy here." Barcelona are thought to be one of the clubs targeting Vidic as a potential recruit. http://goal.com/en/news/9/england/2009/11/26/1649845/nemanja-vidic-im-perfectly-happy-at-manchester-united Thought you Man Utd fans would like to hear this:lol:
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Barcelona midfielder Yaya Toure is seeking a move to Manchester United or Chelsea after being omitted from the line-up to face Real Madrid on Sunday. Full story: Daily Mirror
Tottenham are planning a £10m bid for Ivory Coast striker Seydou Doumbia. The 21-year-old is tipped to play alongside Chelsea's Didier Drogba at the 2010 World Cup finals. Full story: Daily Mirror
Birmingham manager Alex McLeish wants to spend his January transfer kitty on strikers, with Serbian duo Nikola Zigic and Milan Jovanovic his main targets. Full story: Daily Mirror
Roma are favourites to sign Tottenham striker Roman Pavlyuchenko in January. Full story: Daily Mirror
Chelsea target Sergio Aguero has admitted he is prepared to leave Atletico Madrid, but the forward would prefer to move in the summer.
Full story: Daily Star
Arsenal are lining up a move for Seville winger Diego Perotti. The 21-year-old has a £20m buy-out clause at the La Liga club.
Full story: Daily Mirror
Portsmouth want Steaua Bucharest goalkeeper Robinson Zapata as cover for David James, who is nursing a calf strain on top of a continuing knee problem.
Full story: Daily Mail
Fifa will decide on Wednesday how to punish France striker Thierry Henry over his controversial handball against the Republic of Ireland. Fifa's executive committee will consider sanctions.
Full story: The Guardian
Everton midfielder Tim Cahill has admitted the club is in "big trouble" but is backing the Merseysiders to pull clear of the relegation fight. (Various)
West Ham want to build a new training ground at Rush Green. They have applied to Havering Council for planning permission after buying the 29-acre site two miles from their Chadwell Heath complex. (Various)
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I would definitely take Yaya at Old Trafford he is a great player and he would add the steel to our midfield that we have been lacking since Keano left and Hargreaves has been too hampered by injury to ease it. He is right up Arsenal's alley though he would definitely suit them well
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Yaya Toure is ready to leave Barcelona after being left on the bench for Sunday's clasico against Real Madrid. (Mirror)
Ajax defender Gregory van der Wiel is wanted by Manchester City. (Various)
While Arsenal are to rival the Blues for the signing of Sevilla winger Diego Perotti. (Mirror)
Chelsea and Manchester United target Sergio Aguero says he would be willing to leave Spain next summer. (Star)
Portsmouth boss Avram Grant has identified Steaua Bucharest goalkeeper Robinson Zapata as his first target. (Mail)
Birmingham want to bolster their forward line by signing Nikola Zigic and Milan Jovanovic. (Mirror)
Wolves are keen to recruit Derby striker Rob Hulse for £3 million. (Mirror)
Spurs are to swoop for Ivory Coast forward Seydou Doumbia. (Mirror)
Barcelona are tracking Tottenham goal-machine Jermain Defoe. (Sunday Express)
Manchester United will rival Spurs for the signing of Manchester City defender Micah Richards. (Mirror)
The Red Devils are also considering a swoop for Catania striker Takayuki Morimoto. (The People)
Liverpool will offload Ryan Babel to Bayern Munich on loan in January. (News of the World)
Rafael Benitez wants to sign Atletico Madrid forward Diego Forlan in his place. (The People)
Manchester City's owners will sanction a £50 million bid for Fernando Torres. (Mail on Sunday)
The Blues are also lining up a £20 million bid for Sevilla winger Diego Perotti. (News of the World)
Everton are mulling a move for PSV Eindhoven striker Danko Lazovic. (Mirror)
Brazil President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has pledged his support to England's 2018 World Cup bid. (Various)
15-year-old Plymouth starlet Daniel Hart is on Arsene Wenger's radar. (Mirror)
Wolves want Aston Villa midfielder Craig Gardner. (Mirror)
Liverpool will attempt to sign Tottenham Hotspur target Patrick Vieira in January. (Telegraph)
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Quote:[size=7] Arsenal Eyeing £15m Swoop For Wolfsburg Star Edin Dzeko - Report
[/size] Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is pondering over a £15 million bid for highly rated Wolfsburg striker Edin Dzeko, according to The Sun. The tabloid claims that the Gunners boss has developed a keen interest in the Bosnia international since the extent of Robin van Persie's injury came to light. Apart from adding some aerial ability following the summer departure of Emmanuel Adebayor, Dzeko would bring with him a sensational goal-scoring record. He bagged 36 goals for his club last season, and has already scored 13 this time around. The 23-year-old recently signed a fresh four-year contract with the German champions, but it is said that he will look to greener pastures if his club crash out of the Champions League in the group stage. Meanwhile, Arsenal have reportedly agreed to a £1.7m deal with Juventude for the signature of 17-year-old Brazilian hotshot Zezinho. http://goal.com/en/news/9/england/2009/12/03/1662803/arsenal-eyeing-15m-swoop-for-wolfsburg-star-edin-dzeko YES PLEASE[-o< [-o< [-o< [-o<
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:lol: Goal. :lol: Quoted from The Sun. You have No chance of getting him.
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imnofreak wrote::lol: Goal. :lol: Quoted from The Sun. You have No chance of getting him. :lol: :lol: I'm clutching at straws I know:lol: But I just want him too spend some sort of significant amount of money on a player that will help the team not fucking kids:( :(
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I would LOVE it if we got him. Though I think there is a 0.00000000000001% chance of their being any credit to that story:( :(
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Arsene will buy anyone he can make a fair profit on... If he get a fair deal he would go for it
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United have pulled out of signing Adem Ljajic which is not a rumour and I am very pissed off.
Rumours say that United are willing to off load Nani and/or Tosic to finance a bid for Edin Dzeko which is part of the reason behing pulling out of the Ljajic bid as Glazer is tightening up on budgets.
West Ham are in advanced talks with out of favour Bayern Striker Luca Toni.
Manchester United will loan out Foster in January so he can improve chances of making the World Cup, they are also apparently looking into Schlake keeper Manuel Neurer which is a move I like the sound of
Philip Senderos is poised to quit Arsenal and join Atletico Madrid in January
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Quote:as Glazer is tightening up on budgets. Thats a nice way to put 'Having trouble refinancing 700million pounds of debt'
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This is an absolutely rediculous idea from Rafa, he has no clue to what hes doing... Enoguh is enough, go back to Valencia or Real Madrid for all I care...
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bad news. Suarez has come out and said he'd not going to Chelsea in January.
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Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has warned supporters not to expect any big-name signings in the near future, despite having £60m at his disposal, because he does not see any value in the transfer market.
Full story: The Times
Read: The club is in crippling debt and I have no money
Real Madrid have offered their 23-year-old Argentine centre back Ezequiel Garay to Manchester United to help solve their defensive injury crisis. However, he would cost around £6m as the Spanish side are reluctant to do a loan deal.
Full story: Daily Mirror
Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp has admitted he would be keen to sign Ruud van Nistelrooy, 33, if the Real Madrid striker became available in the January transfer window. Liverpool and Arsenal are also reportedly tracking the former Manchester United forward.
Full story: Daily Mirror
Redknapp is also chasing Lazio's Macedonia striker Goran Pandev, 26, who is available for between £3-4m despite being told by Spurs chairman Daniel Levy that there is no money for new players.
Full story: Daily Mirror
Sunderland, Hull and Blackburn are keeping tabs on Colin Kazim-Richards, 23, after the winger was transfer-listed by Turkish side Fenerbahce.
Full story: Daily Mirror
I remember him from his Sheff Utd days .
Manchester City duo Emmanuel Adebayor and Kolo Toure will miss the Carling Cup semi-final against Manchester United as they will be on international duty with Ivory Coast and Togo respectively at the African Cup of Nations.
Full story: Daily Telegraph
Professional Footballer' Association chief Gordon Taylor has urged Dean Ashton not to take legal action against Shaun Wright-Phillips and his then employers Chelsea for the challenge in 2006 that he will claim ended his career.
Full story: Daily Telegraph
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger believes this season's title will be won by a team with one of the lowest points tallies in Premier League history.
Full story: The Times
Tomas Rosicky is set to sign a new three-year contract at Arsenal despite his appalling injury record. The Czech midfielder, 29, missed 18 months with a tendon injury and is currently sidelined with a groin injury.
Full story: Daily Mirror
Cardiff's players have paid to fly to Sunday's game at Middlesbrough and stay in a hotel after hard-up chairman Peter Ridsdale said they would have to make the 560-mile round trip by coach, on the same day.
Full story: Daily Mirror
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Quote:Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has warned supporters not to expect any big-name signings in the near future, despite having £60m at his disposal, because he does not see any value in the transfer market.
Full story: The Times
Read: The club is in crippling debt and I have no money :lol::lol: Love this. 600m in debt will do that to you. I can't see SAF making any signings this jan. Quote:Real Madrid have offered their 23-year-old Argentine centre back Ezequiel Garay to Manchester United to help solve their defensive injury crisis. However, he would cost around £6m as the Spanish side are reluctant to do a loan deal.
Full story: Daily Mirror 6m for Garay? Done deal. He's better than Skrtel is atm, that's for sure. Quote:
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger believes this season's title will be won by a team with one of the lowest points tallies in Premier League history.
Full story: The Times
That's a very real possibility. We're not even half way into the season and the top two teams have lost three games a piece. Chelsea will surely drop more points come ANC. It's going to be very interesting.
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Quote:Tomas Rosicky is set to sign a new three-year contract at Arsenal despite his appalling injury record. The Czech midfielder, 29, missed 18 months with a tendon injury and is currently sidelined with a groin injury.
Full story: Daily Mirror
Honestly I love Tomas and all and he's a class player but a 3 year contract for someone who's so injury prone. I would have offered 2 years max TBH.
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afromanGT wrote:Quote:Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has warned supporters not to expect any big-name signings in the near future, despite having £60m at his disposal, because he does not see any value in the transfer market.
Full story: The Times
Read: The club is in crippling debt and I have no money :lol::lol: Love this. 600m in debt will do that to you. I can't see SAF making any signings this jan. I disagree, yes we are in huge debt but SAF does have a fair portion of the Ronaldo money to spend despite our financial situation. I also cant see SAF signing anyone in Jan as he rarely does unless it is an investment on youth ala Tosic last Jan. In the off season though I do think we will see some changes made to the squad EDIT 6 mil for Garay in these injury riddled times is a fucking steal Edited by fredsta: 17/12/2009 01:02:17 PM
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Quote:[size=7] Manchester United Linked With Move For Fiorentina's Sebastien Frey - Report[/size] The Red Devils are tracking one of Serie A's best goalkeepers...Fiorentina are bracing themselves for a winter raid by Manchester United who are eager to land highly-rated goalkeeper Sebastien Frey. Sportmediaset.it reports that the Old Trafford-based club have been following the Frenchman, who has been outstanding for the Viola this season. It is said Frey would be the future heir to Edwin van der Sar between the sticks. The Dutchman's contract expires in the summer and Sir Alex Ferguson is keen to ensure he lands the right replacement. Capturing Frey will be difficult though as his contract expires in 2013 and he signed an €18 million release clause two years ago amid interest from Milan. Furthermore, with a place in the Champions League last 16, the Viola are unlikely to sell one of their prized assets mid-season. La Gazzetta Dello Sport are also reporting an interest from United in Frey. The pink sports paper claims the Viola are looking at Bologna goalkeeper Emiliani Viviano in case the Frenchman moves to Manchester. http://goal.com/en/news/10/italy/2009/12/21/1701018/manchester-united-linked-with-move-for-fiorentinas-sebastien
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We should be after Frey. He's French and an awesome keeper. We need a top class keeper.
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