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Quote:[size=6] Liverpool Agree £2.5m Fee With Aston Villa For Full-Back Luke Young - Report[/size] Liverpool have agreed a deal worth £2.5 million with Aston Villa for defender Luke Young, according to the Guardian. Young, 31, has become surplus to requirements following the repositioning of Carlos Cuellar to right-back at Villa, and Liverpool are keen to strengthen their full-back positions due to the release of Fabio Aurelio and the impending sales of Philipp Degen and Emiliano Insuaand. It is unknown whether Young, known for his versatility, is intended to be used by Hodgson as a backup to right-back Glen Johnson or as a first choice left-back to replace Emiliano Insua. Young was used by Martin O’Neill as a left-back in 2009 following an injury to then first choice Wilfred Bouma, but fell out of favour with the Villa coach last season, starting just 14 Premier League games throughout the whole of the domestic campaign. Young will also help Liverpool’s homegrown players quota, a ruling newly introduced to the Premier League, should the sale go through. http://www.goal.com/en/news/9/england/2010/07/27/2044845/liverpool-agree-25m-fee-with-aston-villa-for-full-back-luke
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Benfica have slapped a £33m price tag on Brazilian central defender David Luiz, who is wanted by Chelsea, Manchester City and Real Madrid. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-1298178/Chelsea-told-pay-33m-Benfica-defender-David-Luiz.htmlArsenal boss Arsene Wenger will turn his attentions to German international central defender Per Mertesacker after being beaten to Sol Campbell's signature by Newcastle. The Gunners confident a £10m offer can persuade Werder Bremen to part with the 25-year-old. http://www.mirrorfootball.co.uk/news/Arsenal-transfer-news-Gunners-turn-to-10m-Germany-star-Per-Mertsacker-to-solve-defensive-crisis-after-Sol-Campbell-opts-to-join-Newcastle-article538459.htmlWest Bromwich Albion have had a £3m bid for midfielder Cheick Tiote rejected by the Ivorian international's Dutch club FC Twente http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-1298188/FC-Twente-reject-West-Broms-3m-bid-Cheick-Tiote.htmlArsenal are poised to move for Italy's first-choice goalkeeper Federico Marchetti after his club, Cagliari, put the 27-year-old stopper up for sale. http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/sport/football/3071183/Gunners-eye-Marchetti-swoop.htmlQueens Park Rangers are set to make a bid for Reading winger Jobi McAnuff, with the Royals hoping to get £1.45m for the 28-year-old. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-1298165/QPR-set-swoop-wantaway-Reading-midfielder-Jobi-McAnuff.htmlLeeds striker Luciano Becchio could be on his way out of Elland Road after the Championship club opted not to offer the Argentine an extension to his deal, which runs out next summer. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-1298183/Luciano-Becchio-set-Elland-Road-exit-Leeds-pull-contract-negotiations.htmlWest Ham have offered midfielder Scott Parker new contract worth £20m over five years in a bid to keep their prize asset at the club. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-1298169/West-Ham-offer-Scott-Parker-20m-deal.html
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Young would be good if he was backup for Johnson and a new LB. Wouldn't particularly want him to be our starting LB though.
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mertesacker would be great
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Quote:[size=6] Borussia Dortmund Boss Jurgen Klopp Confirms Sunderland Target Nelson Valdez Will Be Leaving This Summer[/size] Borussia Dortmund manager Juergen Klopp has admitted that Sunderland target Nelson Valdez will leave the club this summer. Speaking after his team's 2-1 victory over Dynamo Dresden, the Dortmund coach confirmed that the Paraguayan striker will leave this summer. "He’s been back in training for four days," Klopp said. "He trained very, very well but he’ll leave us." After impressing for Paraguay at this summer’s World Cup in South Africa, Valdez has been heavily linked with a move to Sunderland, with the club reported to have had two bids rejected already. The player himself is keen to secure a move away from Dortmund and has confirmed that he has received a number of offers from club’s in Holland, Russia and Portugal as well as the Premier League. http://www.goal.com/en/news/11/transfer-zone/2010/07/28/2046423/borussia-dortmund-boss-jurgen-klopp-confirms-sunderland
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Quote:[size=6] Bruce - James is an option[/size] Steve Bruce has admitted to holding an interest in David James, with Sunderland short on keeping options. The Black Cats have been left exposed between the sticks after seeing first-choice shot-stopper Craig Gordon suffer a broken arm. The Scotland international is set to be sidelined for the foreseeable future, meaning he will miss the all important opening weeks of the new season. Sunderland do still have Marton Fulop on their books, who would provide able cover, but he is pushing for a move elsewhere after finding himself resigned to back-up duties over recent years. Bruce, therefore, has an important issue to address with the Premier League season edging ever closer and has revealed that veteran keeper James could fit the bill. The 39-year-old is currently available as a free agent after parting company with Portsmouth, and has been strongly linked with Celtic of late. Hopeful However, Sunderland could be about to make their move, with Bruce ready to offer the former Liverpool and West Ham man a short-term deal. "James could be somebody that we're interested in because of the problem with Gordon," said the Black Cats boss. "We had had a conversation with David's representatives and I'll make my mind up in the next week or so. "It's something I didn't want to happen because I was very happy with Craig Gordon and how he did last year. "David James has talked to Celtic, which we always knew he was going to do. "I don't think he is trying to play one off against the other. He is just keeping his options open at the moment, but we're still hopeful something will happen." http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,12874_6284256,00.html
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Quote:[size=6] Tasci agent fuels Gunners talk[/size] Serdar Tasci's agent has hinted the Stuttgart defender could still make a move to Arsenal. The Gunners have held discussions with the Bundesliga giants but are yet to make an offer for the Germany international, who has also reportedly attracted interest from Tottenham and Juventus. However, Tasci's agent Uli Ferber has indicated an Arsenal move could still be on the cards by stressing the 23-year-old's admiration for the Emirates club. Ferber said in The Sun: "Serdar admires English football and has huge respect for Arsenal." Tasci is currently contracted with Stuttgart until June 2014, with a buy-out clause in the region of £18.5million understood to be included in his deal. http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,12876_6284356,00.html
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Quote:[size=6] Becks makes Hammers promise[/size] David Beckham has promised West Ham he will make a decision soon over whether to spend his remaining playing days at Upton Park. The 35-year-old former England captain, who was born in East London, is currently contracted with MLS club LA Galaxy. The midfielder is set to return from an Achilles injury in the coming weeks before coming back to Europe in January. Beckham has long been linked with a return to his roots at West Ham, and co-owner David Gold is keen to see the veteran wind up his career at the Premier League club. "We had some discussions with David's agents a few months ago and it was a possibility," Gold said in The Sun. "He's preoccupied with a few projects but he's promised he will give every consideration to the possibility of joining us." http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,12876_6284480,00.html
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Quote:[size=6] Lindegaard in United link[/size] Norwegian side Aalesund have confirmed that Manchester United are interested in goalkeeper Anders Lindegaard. The 26-year-old is regarded as one of the finest young goalkeepers around and is tipped to follow in the footsteps of United legend Peter Schmeichel as one of Denmark's best. Lindegaard has impressed greatly since moving to Norway from Odense but did not manage to earn a place in the national squad for the World Cup. Aalesund director Henrik Hoff talked up the player, stating however that if Sir Alex Ferguson was planning a bid, he would not come cheap. "Manchester United have not been in contact with us directly, but I can confirm that there is an interest," said Hoff. "There is no smoke without fire. "In case a big club like Manchester United show interest in our players, we are ready to negotiate. "But Anders Lindegaard is in my eyes the best keeper in the Tippeliga and if he should be sold, a big sum will be required." http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,12876_6284904,00.html
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Quote:[size=6] Krul commits to Magpies[/size] Newcastle goalkeeper Tim Krul has signed a new long-term deal to keep him at the club until 2014. The Dutchman has been at St James' Park since 2005, making his debut the next year against Palermo in the Uefa Cup. He has spent time out on loan with Falkirk and Carlisle, but Newcastle have always regarded him as an excellent prospect for the future. The 22-year-old has impressed on the occasions that he has played for the Magpies and speculation had suggested that a number of clubs were keen to sign him. However, Krul has now penned a new four-year contract with Newcastle and he is thrilled to be staying. Dream "I am delighted to commit my future to Newcastle United, hopefully I can fulfill my dream by becoming the future number one goalkeeper as well as getting into the Dutch national team squad," he told the club's official website. "I have been at the club five years and it feels like home. "I would like to thank Harps (Steve Harper) and Paul Barron for the guidance that they have shown me too date." Manager Chris Hughton added: "We are delighted to have secured a four-year contract with Tim. "He showed last season what an outstanding young goalkeeper he is and he can only get better." http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,12875_6284951,00.html
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1147: Stuttgart managing director Fredi Bobic says Germany midfielder Sami Khedira, 23, wants a move to Real Madrid. "He's told us that he wants to go - now we have to find a solution," Bobic told Bild newspaper. 1045: Manchester City are set to confirm the £24m signing of Inter Milan striker Mario Balotelli on Thursday after he agreed a contract worth about £65,000 a week. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-1298620/Mario-Balotelli-set-unveiled-Manchester-City.html#ixzz0v3qg0gNJ
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Quote:[size=6] Insua exit edges closer[/size] Skysports.com understands Liverpool defender Emiliano Insua's move to Fiorentina is edging ever closer. Reports earlier this week claimed the deal was in danger of falling through because of Insua's personal demands. Fiorentina have agreed an undisclosed fee with Liverpool for the Argentina international as they look to bolster their defensive options. Liverpool are willing to sell Insua despite their lack of left-back options as Roy Hodgson looks to raise funds for his own signings. Fiorentina are determined to push through the move and it is believed both parties are now close to completing the transfer. Insua is expected seal his switch to Italy next week to end his three-year spell at Anfield. http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,12874_6285287,00.html
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Quote:[size=6] Fulham lead Young chase[/size] Skysports.com understands Fulham are leading the race to sign Aston Villa defender Luke Young. Liverpool appeared to be favourites to land the versatile defender after agreeing a deal with Villa, but it understood the move has collapsed as the player does not want to move his family north. The former Tottenham and Charlton man is believed to be holding out for a move back to the capital as he seeks a switch away from Villa. Villa are ready to offload Young after he dropped well down the pecking order in Martin O'Neill's plans. A number of clubs including Sunderland and Fulham are believed to have expressed an interest in the 31-year-old, but Fulham are favourites for his signature. Fulham have held a long-term interest in Young and incoming boss Mark Hughes is believed to be ready to push through a deal for the former England international as he looks to bolster the squad at Craven Cottage. http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,12876_6285515,00.html
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Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas has hinted he is still tempted by a return to Barcelona, saying his last conversation over his future with Arsene Wenger was "one of the most difficult moments of my life." http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/premier-league/fabregas-speaks-out-about-barcelona-move-2038711.htmlLiverpool boss Roy Hodgson says striker David Ngog, who scored twice against Rabotnick in a Europa League qualifier on Thursday, will stay at Anfield despite rumours that he could leave the club http://www.mirrorfootball.co.uk/news/Liverpool-boss-Roy-Hodgson-David-Ngog-s-going-nowhere-after-that-performance-article541713.htmlManchester City remain "a substantial distance" from agreeing either a fee or terms for Inter Milan striker Mario Balotelli. (Independent) Bolton are set to bring back Croatia striker Ivan Klasnic for a second spell at the club - but this time on a permanent rather than loan deal from Nantes. http://www.mirrorfootball.co.uk/news/Bolton-set-to-tie-up-deal-for-Nantes-striker-Ivan-Klasnic-after-moves-for-Chelsea-starlet-Franco-Di-Santo-and-David-Nugent-fail-Exclusive-article541355.htmlQueens Park Rangers have joined Coventry in the race to sign striker Marlon King, who was released from prison on Thursday after serving nine months for sexual assault. http://www.mirrorfootball.co.uk/news/QPR-transfer-news-Rangers-join-Coventry-in-the-race-for-jailbird-striker-Marlon-King-article541345.htmlWest Brom have joined Blackburn and Sheffield United in the chase for Stoke striker James Beattie by offering £1.5m for the 32-year-old striker. http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/sport/football/3074504/West-Brom-lead-James-Beattie-chase.htmlLuke Young's proposed move from Aston Villa to Liverpool is off because he would have had to take a £10,000-a-week pay cut. http://www.dailystar.co.uk/football/view/146854/Luke-Young-won-t-take-Liverpool-pay-cut/New Fulham manager Mark Hughes could return to former club Manchester City to buy Stephen Ireland, Craig Bellamy and Roque Santa Cruz. http://www.mirrorfootball.co.uk/news/New-Fulham-boss-Mark-Hughes-targets-Manchester-City-trio-Stephen-Ireland-Craig-Bellamy-and-Roque-Santa-Cruz-in-squad-shake-up-article541207.htmlHughes could also make a move for West Ham's England keeper Robert Green if Arsenal make a move for Mark Schwarzer. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-1298754/Fulham-target-Robert-Green-Mark-Schwarzer-wants-join-Arsenal.htmlChampions League side Spartak Moscow are refusing to abandon their interest in Celtic winger Aiden McGeady, who was left out of the Bhoys' side beaten by Braga in the Champions League qualifying round this week. http://www.guardian.co.uk/football/2010/jul/29/celtic-aiden-mcgeady-spartak-moscowBrazil striker Robinho is heading back to Manchester City after talks between the Eastlands outfit and Brazilian club Santos about extending his loan deal broke down. http://www.guardian.co.uk/football/2010/jul/29/robinho-manchester-city-santos
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Quote:[size=6] Lazio land Garrido[/size] Lazio have completed the signing of left-back Javier Garrido from Manchester City. Garrido is a ready-made replacement for Aleksandar Kolarov who moved in the opposite direction to Eastlands earlier this month. The signing of Kolarov pushed Garrido further down the pecking order at City with the Serbian and Wayne Bridge ahead of him in Roberto Mancini's plans. Spaniard Garrido struggled to establish himself at City since arriving from Real Sociedad in 2007 and Mancini is willing to let him move as he looks to trim his huge squad. "Garrido is a Lazio player. He was our first choice to replace Kolarov," said Lazio president Claudio Lotito. http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,12875_6286176,00.html
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Quote:[size=6] Liverpool interest in Poulsen[/size] Juventus general director Giuseppe Marotta claims that Liverpool are considering a move for Christian Poulsen. The versatile defensive midfielder played all three of Denmark's matches at this summer's World Cup, but he has struggled to feature regularly at club level. Poulsen was not involved in Juventus' 2-0 win over Shamrock Rovers in Europa League qualifying on Thursday night and his omission has added to rumours that he is set to leave the Italian club. The 30-year-old has long been linked with English clubs and Marotta has said that Liverpool, who could be looking for a replacement for Inter Milan target Javier Mascherano, have been in touch. "Liverpool have shown interest in Poulsen," Marotta told Mediaset after the victory against Shamrock. Illogical "But the fact that he did not play in this game is only due to a technical decision." Meanwhile, Marotta is still looking at transfer targets, but he has played down Juventus' reported interest in Wolfsburg striker Edin Dzeko, CSKA Moscow winger Milos Krasic and Inter Milan defender Nicolas Burdisso. "Dzeko has been taken out of the market and I think that is a closed chapter," said Marotta. "Krasic? We could talk about this in the future. "Burdisso? He's a good player, but we have never presented a similar offer (to €7.5million). It would be illogical." http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,12876_6286012,00.html
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Quote:[size=6] Alonso advice for Pacheco[/size] Liverpool striker Daniel Pacheco is being advised by Xabi Alonso as he considers joining La Liga new boys Real Sociedad. The Spain Under 19 international only signed a new three-year contract last August, but it would seem that his opportunities are limited at Anfield. Sociedad president Jokin Aperribay has recently confirmed that Pacheco is a target and the former Barcelona teenager is tempted by a return to his homeland. "Playing for Sociedad appeals to me," Pacheco is quoted as saying in the Daily Mail. "I have heard good things about the club, the city and the people." Pacheco has been taking advice from Real Madrid star Alonso, who joined Liverpool in 2004 after five years with Sociedad. "He (Alonso) has been helping and advising me," he added. "I've been told good things about the coach. They say he bets on youngsters who have character." http://www.skysports.com/story/0,19528,12874_6285957,00.html
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Quote:[size=6] Sami Khedira poised to leave Stuttgart for Real Madrid [/size] Stuttgart say their German international midfielder Sami Khedira is poised to join Real Madrid. A statement from the German team said the clubs had agreed a transfer and his move would go ahead once the 23-year-old had undergone a medical. Stuttgart managing director Fredi Bobic said they were reluctant to let him go "but we can understand Sami's wish to further his career at Real. "We wish him great success with his new challenge in Madrid." When the deal goes through, Khedira will become new Real boss Jose Mourinho's second major signing, following the arrival of winger Angel di Maria from Benfica. Two club stalwarts, Raul and Guti, have left Madrid this week as they begin rebuilding the team for the Mourinho era. Khedira, who also had been linked with a move to Chelsea, has won 12 caps, having only made his debut for Germany less than a year ago. But he was thrust into the spotlight at the World Cup because of the injury which ruled captain Michael Ballack out of the tournament. He teamed up well with Bastian Schweinsteiger as a young Germany side finished in a surprise place, and he rounded off a impressive tournament display with his first goal for his country in the third place play-off win over Uruguay. http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/football/europe/8871555.stm
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Quote:Khedira Seals Madrid MoveReal Madrid CF can count on the services of midfielder Sami Khedira after the German international moved to the Spanish capital from VfB Stuttgart for an undisclosed fee thought to be about €12m. The 23-year-old anchorman has accepted a five-year contract at the Santiago Bernabéu to become Madrid's third summer signing – Ángel di María and Pedro León already having joined new coach José Mourinho at the club. Khedira caught the eye during Germany's run to the FIFA World Cup semi-finals in South Africa, as an ever-present in Joachim Löw's team and the scorer of the winning goal in the third-place play-off against Uruguay. Those exploits followed on from his success in captaining his country to glory in the 2009 UEFA European Under-21 Championship in Sweden. Stuttgart sporting director Fredi Bobic admitted that the Stuttgart academy product would be missed at the VfB Arena: "It's never great to lose a key player and someone who was close to the fans. But on the other hand we accept his wish to continue developing his career in Madrid. We wish him success for this new challenge." Khedira had picked a fine time to break into the Stuttgart side – scoring four goals in 22 Bundesliga appearances during the club's 2006/07 German title-winning campaign. He now leaves Die Schwaben with career figures of 98 league games and 14 goals. The Madrid-bound player missed Stuttgart's 3-2 victory at FK Molde in the first leg of their UEFA Europa League third qualifying round tie on Thursday. His new team will compete in the UEFA Champions League group stage as runners-up in last season's Spanish Liga. http://www.uefa.com/uefachampionsleague/news/newsid=1509415.html
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Posted something that had already been posted
Edited by buddha69: 31/7/2010 10:46:33 AM
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buddha69 wrote:Bristol City capture England keeper David James Bristol City have signed England goalkeeper David James following his release from Portsmouth. James, who turns 40 on Sunday and lives in Exeter, has signed a one-year deal at Ashton Gate, but has the option of staying with the club for another year. "I've had offers to stay in the Premier League but it is more important that I play football for the right club and be a family man," said James. He will be introduced to City fans at Saturday's friendly with Blackpool. The former Liverpool man, who has played 53 times for his country, left Portsmouth on a free transfer this summer and had been linked with Fulham and Sunderland. James, who played in three of England's matches in this summer's World Cup, pulled out of transfer talks with Scottish Premier League side Celtic on Monday. He added: "I had a long conversation with the chairman, Steve Lansdown, yesterday and I liked what he said about the club and his ambition. "I know all about the plans for a new stadium and desire to win promotion to the Premier League. "The club is ambitious and that's what I am. The south west has not had a club in the Premier League and that needs to change." Lansdown added: "My ambition is for this football club to play at the highest level - the Premier League - and in the best surroundings, hence the work on the training ground and new stadium. "We need good quality players to make that happen and that's why I'm thrilled that David has agreed to come on board." Having started his career at Watford, he went on to make 216 league appearances for Liverpool in a seven-year stint at the club. In 1999, James moved to Aston Villa before spells at West Ham, Manchester City and Portsmouth. He arrived at Fratton Park in 2006 but was let go at the end of last season after 158 appearances and an FA Cup winners' medal in 2008, following their relegation to the Championship. http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/football/teams/b/bristol_city/8866521.stm
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interesting transfer that david james one
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Gooner4life_8 wrote:interesting transfer that david james one It is. Devastated that he has been let go. Will be hard to watch him play against us this season
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Think Bristol are gearing up for a promotion tilt. Should be a good season in the Champo...
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scouse_roar wrote:Think Bristol are gearing up for a promotion tilt. Should be a good season in the Champo... If Nicky Maynard stays on the pitch they will go a long way. Them, Forest and Ipswich will be up their.
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Liverpool manager Roy Hodgson is considering a £10m bid for Standard Liege's Belgium international midfielder Steven Defour, who the former Fulham boss sees as a natural replacement for want-away Argentine Javier Mascherano. That's about the 3rd natural replacement I've seen mentioned:lol: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-1299064/Roy-Hodgson-steal-Steven-Defour-Sir-Alex-Ferguson.htmlAnd Mascherano is set to be the subject of a £20m bid from Italy's European champions Inter Milan, who are managed by former Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez. http://www.express.co.uk/posts/view/190273/Inter-Milan-set-for-20m-Javier-Mascherano-bidManchester City are still struggling to agree a fee with Aston Villa to buy their midfielder James Milner. Villa want £30m for the 24-year-old, but City are only prepared to pay £24m. (The Sun) West Ham have snubbed Stoke's £9m bid for 26-year-old striker Carlton Cole. http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/sport/football/3076037/Hammers-reject-9m-Cole-bid.htmlNew Fulham manager Mark Hughes is close to persuading 31-year-old striker Craig Bellamy to join him at Craven Cottage, rather than leave Manchester City for Tottenham. http://www.thesun.co.uk/sol/homepage/sport/football/3075912/Fuham-can-pip-spurs-to-Bellamy-signing.htmlBirmingham are lining up an improved £10m offer for Wigan winger Charles N'Zogbia after seeing their initial £8m bid turned down by the Latics. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-1299065/Birmingham-poised-make-N-Zogbia-Wigan-tell-winger-go.htmlManchester United and Arsenal target Mesut Ozil has hinted that a move to Spanish side Real Madrid could be on the cards. The 21-year-old German midfielder has one year left on his contract with Werder Bremen who are ready to listen to offers. http://www.imscouting.com/global-news-article/Manchester-United-and-Arsenal-target-Mesut-Ozil-hints-at-Real-Madrid-move-/9104/Barcelona's former Arsenal midfielder Aleksandr Hleb could be on his way out of the Nou Camp. The 29-year-old Belarusian is attracting interest from Tottenham, Liverpool, Aston Villa, Sunderland and West Ham. http://www.imscouting.com/global-news-article/Former-Arsenal-midfielder-Aleksandr-Hleb-linked-with-Premiership-return/9105/Blackburn have invited Roma midfielder Ricardo Faty for a trial with a view to a £1m deal for the 23-year-old, who has spent the last two seasons on loan - first, at Bayer Leverkusen and, later, at Nantes. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-1299054/Blackburn-offer-trial-Roma-midfielder-Ricardo-Faty.htmlArsenal youngsters Emmanuel Frimpong and Mark Randall, who both play in midfield, are loan targets for Southampton and Hull respectively. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-1299052/Saints-Hull-target-Arsenal-youngsters-Preston-talk-Russell.htmlIpswich striker Jon Stead's proposed £250,000 move to Blackpool has fallen through after the former England Under-21 international failed to agree personal terms at Bloomfield Road. http://www.mirrorfootball.co.uk/news/Transfer-news-Jon-Stead-has-turned-down-a-move-to-Blackpool-after-failing-to-agree-terms-article542031.htmlNottingham Forest have placed their 30-year-old reserve goalkeeper, Paul Smith, on the transfer list. http://www.mirrorfootball.co.uk/news/Paul-Smith-has-been-transfer-listed-by-Nottingham-Forest-article542115.htmlMido is so angry that Middlesbrough are holding out for a £1m fee over his proposed move to Ajax that the striker is threatening to sit out the last year of his contract in protest. http://www.mirrorfootball.co.uk/news/Transfer-news-Mido-is-threatening-to-sit-out-the-last-year-of-his-Boro-contract-if-he-is-not-allowed-a-move-to-Ajax-article542045.htmlCeltic may try to hijack Rangers' bid to land 23-year-old St Etienne defender Yohan Benalouane. (Sun/Daily Record) Rangers hope to sign Rapid Vienna striker Nikica Jelavic next week and will take Honduran forward Georgie Welcome on trial. (Daily Express) Fulham and West Ham are tracking Dundee United goalkeeper Dusan Pernis. (Various)
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Quote:Everton boss David Moyes rules out a move to bring LA Galaxy star Landon Donovan to Goodison Park. why not? too expensive?
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Gooner4life_8 wrote:Quote:Everton boss David Moyes rules out a move to bring LA Galaxy star Landon Donovan to Goodison Park. why not? too expensive? Probably more a case of LA not wanting to sell.
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