2009 football/soccer summer transfer rumors

[babam11218719]

Anyone out there pay the monthly fee for Setanta. I am thinking about switching to Directv if my complex will allow it and possibly getting this. I have FSCnow and it seems most of the Arsenal games always end up on Setanta and overall the biggest EPL games usually end up on there. Also other Champions Leaguegames as well which is nice because I usually don't want to watch the one that is shown on ESPN. Just trying to see if it is worth it.

 

[carlos tevez]

Man City are the front runners to sign Tevez

 

[craftsy21]

Originally Posted by Carlos Tevez

Man City are the front runners to sign Tevez

 

[Sinner]

^ You know he's talking to Citeh just to spite United...

 

[henri2310]

Originally Posted by Craftsy21

Originally Posted by Carlos Tevez

Man City are the front runners to sign Tevez

couldnt agree more

At the same time any chance we here about clubs other than Real Madrid, Chelsea, or Man City?

There isnt any news other than about those clubs. But man Ronaldo would look good in white.

 

[vic vega]

i just read that Chelsea deny putting a bid on Kaka

the report said
"Chelsea have moved to dismiss as "totally untrue" reports that they have tabled a world transfer record offer of £73.5million for Braziliansuperstar Kaka.
A statement on the club's official website read: "We have never made an offer to AC Milan for Kaka and therefore not one at this extraordinarylevel."

i got the report via Espn soccer.net

 

[airjordanseattle23]

BREAKING GOSSIP

2157 BST: Liverpool are interested in signing Middlesbrough striker Tuncay.

"Yes, I've heard something about that, but nothing official has arrived to me," Tuncay told the Daily Mirror. "Of course I would like toplay for a big club. (Full story: DailyMirror website)

1709 BST: Chelsea make £73.5m bid for AC Milan's Brazilian playmaker Kaka. (Sky Sports News)

1512 BST: Red Star Belgrade's Serbian midfielder Nenad Milijas is close to joining Premier League new boys Wolves, according to the player's agent.
(Full story: Sky Sports News)

1447 BST: Real Madrid striker Klass-Jan Huntelaar has played down rumours linking him with a move to Manchester United.
(Full story: Setanta Sports)

1441 BST: Tottenham defender Vedran Corluka says Harry Redknapp is lining up a swoop for his Croatia team-mate Darijo Srna, who currently plays for ShakhtarDonetsk.
(Full story: Sportske Novosti)

1148 BST: Brazilian midfielder Ze Roberto, 34, says Manchester City is "high on the list" of clubs he could join after deciding to leaveBayern Munich. (German newspaper TZ)

1132 BST: Real Madrid are set to launch a £30m bid to lure Manchester United defender Nemanja Vidic to the Bernabeu.
(Fullstory: The Independent)

1102 BST: AC Milan forward Alexandre Pato has ruled out a summer move to Chelsea.
(Full story: Gazzetta delloSport)

1025 BST: Bayern Munich say winger Franck Ribery will not be sold this summer despite interest from Chelsea and Real Madrid. (Press Association)

1011 BST: Manchester United midfielder Park Ji-Sung has denied rumours he is to quit the Premier League champions.
(Full story: Sky Sports News)

1009 BST: Hull are preparing a bid for Newcastle midfielder Kevin Nolan.
(Full story: The Shields Gazette)

1001 BST: Manchester United defender Nemanja Vidic is definitely staying with the club, ending talk of a move to Inter Milan, according to hisagent.
(Full story: Setanta Sports)

0956 BST: Hull City are set to reignite their interest in Manchester United striker Fraizer Campbell. (Hull Daily Mail)

0945 BST: Manchester City midfielder Elano has issued a come-and-get-me plea to Serie A champions Inter Milan. (Setanta Sports)

0916 BST: Brazilian club Santos are preparing a bid to bring Manchester City forward Robinho back to the club.
(Full story: DailyMail)

TRANSFER GOSSIP

Barcelona are preparing a £50m bid for Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas but could face competition from Chelsea and Real Madrid. (DailyStar)

Real Madrid have signed AC Milan's Brazilian playmaker Kaka for a world record fee of £62m.
(Full story: The Sun)

Chelsea had come into the bidding for Kaka but failed with a late bid for the AC Milan forward.
(Full story: The Times)

However, Kaka's signature may not yet be completed and Chelsea could yet land the AC Milan forward if they improve on Real's offer. (Daily Star)

If Chelsea do miss out on Kaka then they will prepare a £45m deal for AC Milan forward Alexandre Pato.
(Full story: TheTimes)

Chelsea will also look to sign Manchester City's highly rated 19-year-old striker Daniel Sturridge who is out of contract at Eastlands.
(Full story: TheTimes)

The Blues have also told striker Andriy Shevchenko, who is on loan at AC Milan, that he is needed back at Stamford Bridge next season.
(Full story: Daily Star)

Argentine striker Carlos Tevez is to reject the chance of staying at Manchester United, despite the Premier League champions looking set to meet the £32masking price.
(Full story: The Sun)

Manchester City appear to be the favourites to land Tevez, with the 25-year-old's representative Kia Joorabchian claiming his client feels"humiliated" by United.
(Full story: The Guardian)

City will also target Barcelona forward Samuel Eto'o, Everton defender Joleon Lescott and Arsenal centre-back Kolo Toure. (Daily Mirror)

Manchester City boss Mark Hughes will also prepare a £15m bid for Didier Drogba, if the Chelsea striker turns down the offer of a newcontract.
(Full story: Daily Express)

Liverpool midfielder Yossi Benayoun is ready to commit his long-term future to the club, having said in January he was ready to leave if he continuedplaying a bit part at the club. (The Sun)

However, Benayoun could yet turn his back on Anfield, with Manchester City, West Ham, Atletico Madrid and Villarreal believed to be interested inthe Israeli.
(Fullstory: Daily Mail)

Liverpool captain Steven Gerrard has pleaded with the club to bring Newcastle striker Michael Owen back to Anfield. (Daily Express)

However, Merseyside rivals Everton are weighing up a move for the former Liverpool and Real Madrid striker. (The Times)

But Owen would have to take a 50% pay cut if he joined the losing FA Cup finalists. (Daily Telegraph)

Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez has launched a £15m bid to sign Valencia forward David Silva. (Daily Mirror)

But the Anfield boss faces a fight to hang on to midfielder Javier Mascherano, who is wanted by Real Madrid. (Daily Mirror)

Despite appearing to have won the race to sign Kaka, Real Madrid will still go after Manchester United winger Cristiano Ronaldo and will pay £75mfor the Portugal star.
(Full story: The Sun)

Steve Bruce will sign Tottenham striker Darren Bent for £10m once he is confirmed as Sunderland manager. (Daily Mirror)

Bruce will be given £50m to spend on new players at the Stadium of Light.
(Full story: The Times)

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is tracking St Etienne midfielder Blaise Matuidi, who is valued at about £5m. (Daily Mirror)

Bolton are preparing a £6m bid for Tottenham midfielder Tom Huddlestone and are also keen on Portsmouth defender Sylvain Distin.
(Full story: The Sun)

Manchester United reserve goalkeeper Tomasz Kuszczak is attracting interest from Russian club Zenit St Petersburg. (Fullstory: Daily Mail)

Bolton hope to beat Blackburn to the signature of Portsmouth midfielder Sean Davis.
(Full story: DailyMail)

Portsmouth striker John Utaka is being tracked by French clubs Rennes and Bordeaux. (Daily Star)

Rangers midfielder Pedro Mendes is ready to finish his career at the double winners. (Daily Record)

Celtic star Shunsuke Nakamura is edging closer to a move to Spanish side Espanyol. (Scottish Sun)

Falkirk and St Johnstone are vying for midfielder Richie Foran, who has rejected the chance to stay at Inverness. (Daily Express)

Kilmarnock will move for Donovan Simmonds, who spent five months on loan at Rugby Park, now the striker has been released by Coventry. (Scottish Sun)

Middlesbrough captain Emanuel Pogatetz says he will quit the recently relegated club unless they go straight back up to the Premier League nextseason.
(Full story: Daily Mail)

Meanwhile, Middlesbrough forward Tuncay Sanli is being tracked by Fulham.
(Full story: The Times)

Peterborough are leading the chase to sign West Ham striker Freddie Sears on loan. (The Sun)

Sheffield United have joined the chase for transfer-listed striker Jermaine Beckford. (Daily Star)

However, Newcastle United are also keen on £2m-rated Beckford.
(Full story: The Sun)

OTHER GOSSIP

Former Portsmouth manager Tony Adams has claimed that Celtic are lining him up to become their new boss following Gordon Strachan'sdeparture.
(Full story: The Independent)

However, Celtic officials have reacted with astonishment to claims by Adams that he'll become their new boss. (Daily Record)

Wim Jansen has firmly denied recommending Tony Adams for the post of Celtic manager, as the former England captain claimed. (Various)

In-demand Swansea manager Roberto Martinez is set to chose Wigan over Celtic. (Scottish Sun)

Steve Bruce will insist that his assistants at Wigan, Eric Black and Nigel Spink, are offered contracts at the Stadium of Light, before he agrees tobecome Sunderland manager.
(Full story: Daily Express)

Swansea will ask for £3m compensation if manager Roberto Martinez leaves the club. Celtic and Wigan are reportedly interested in the Spaniard. (DailyMirror)

Port Vale look set to name Micky Adams as their new manager. (Daily Mirror)

Chelsea striker Didier Drogba looks set to commit his future to the Blues and sign a new three-year contract at Chelsea. (Daily Mirror)

Anxious SPL clubs will hold crisis talks about their TV deal with Setanta, with growing fears the plug will be pulled on their £31m-a-year deal.(Daily Record)

Shamrock Rovers boss Michael O'Neill is a serious candidate to take over at his former club Hibernian. (Scotsman)

AND FINALLY

Former Aston Villa captain Gareth Barry has written an open letter to the club's supporters apologising for his departure to Manchester City.(Daily Mirror)

 

[airjordanseattle23]

yea i want setanta too. not a big fan of satelite though.

 

[carlos tevez]

Kaka will make his decision of whether or not to leave AC Milan next Monday.

 

[5dividedby4]

I heard Barry is getting paid 90,000 pounds a week at City.

I don't have a problem with him going for the money but he didn't have to lie about it. He whined about going somewhere that competes in CL footballand then he goes to Man City. I hope the Villa fans eat him alive.

 

[curious24]

really weird that barry goes to man city but i dont think he would be playing first team liverpool

 

[xblaze23]

I found this interesting article on another forum.. It basically explains how Real Madrid can afford certain players..

http://www.timesonline.co.uk/tol/sport/football/european_football/article6426983.ece

 

[carlos tevez]

I dont see whats so weird about Barry going to Man City...

$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

Also, if Man City keep spending money like they've done over the past year, they'll probably find themselves playing in the UCL or Europa League in the2010/11 season.

 

[ruthe1]

Yeah, I check the site sometimes. Usually what I post here, I gather from direct sources like Cadena SER, AS, Marca. Allows me to practice my Spanish and Italian. I remain optimistic. I'm just reminded of when we practically had Patrick Vieira and the deal fell apart because of personal terms. Side Lowe on BBC radio seems to believe its a done deal. Remember, Jose Ramon de la Morena predicted Thursday was the presentation day.


Oh just wanted to know since its a great forum to discuss everything on Real Madrid with fellow Madridistas. Yeah Jose Ramon de la Morena seems very reliableas he predicted that Pelligrini would be announced Tuesday followed by Kaka Thursday, but he didn't see Chelsea intervention and Bosco's greedinessgetting in the way. Various reports indicate that Monday will be the official confirmation as European Elections will be over. Berlusconi seems to beprotecting his reputation and doesn't want this transfer to lose him votes, so its a matter of time now.

 

[airjordanseattle23]

BREAKING GOSSIP

1745 BST: Emmanuel Adebayor's agent Stephane Courbis says he has received offers for the 25-year-old Arsenal striker but insists he has had nocontact with AC Milan over a possible move to the San Siro. (Italian website Calciomercato.it)

1730 BST: Croatian international midfielder Danijel Pranjic, who has been linked with a move to Liverpool, is set to join German side Bayern Munich fromDutch club SC Heerenveen for around £8.8m. (German newspaper Bild)

1150 BST: West Ham are favourites to sign Middlesbrough defender Matthew Bates. (Evening Gazette)

1142 BST: AC Milan midfielder Andrea Pirlo has ruled out a summer move to Chelsea to link up with his old manager Carlo Ancelotti.
(Full story: Setanta Sports)

1120 BST: Portsmouth's new owner Sulaiman Al Fahim has ruled out former England manager Sven-Goran Eriksson becoming the new boss at Pompey.(The Portsmouth News)

1053 BST: Real Madrid president Florentino Perez has revealed he will "work to bring Kaka and Cristiano Ronaldo" to the Bernabeu. (PressAssociation)

1032 BST: Aston Villa are targeting Tottenham midfielder Tom Huddlestone as a replacement for Gareth Barry who joined Manchester City on Tuesday.(Birmingham Post)

0912 BST: German side Bayern Munich are preparing a bid for Chelsea right-back Jose Bosingwa. (German newspaper Bild)

TRANSFER GOSSIP

Manchester City believe they are close to the £20m signing of Barcelona striker Samuel Eto'o.
(Full story: Daily Mail)

City are also battling it out with rivals Manchester United for the signature of Argentine forward Carlos Tevez, who has been on a loan deal at OldTrafford.
(Full story: Daily Express)

Tevez will decide in the next seven days where his future lies, after United made a final take-it-or-leave-it offer to the 25-year-old.
(Full story: Daily Star)

Chelsea have made a last-ditch £70m offer for AC Milan forward Kaka.
(Full story: Daily Star)

The Blues are hopeful that Kaka's personal demands may also price Real Madrid out of the market.
(Full story: Daily Mirror)

However, Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich has admitted that Madrid are favourites to land the Brazil star.
(Full story: TheIndependent)

But new Chelsea manager and former AC Milan boss Carlo Ancelotti has not given up on signing Kaka and even phoned the Brazilian and begged him notto join Real.
(Full story: The Sun)

However, Chelsea have denied making a world record £73.5m bid for the Brazilian but say they still expect to make a major signing this summer.
(Fullstory: Daily Telegraph)

If Chelsea miss out on Kaka then that acquisition could be his AC Milan team-mate Alexandre Pato and will offer £38m for the 19-year-oldstriker.
(Full story: Daily Express)

However, Chelsea could also go after Samuel Eto'o after he was made available by Barcelona president Joan Laporta.
(Full story: TheIndependent)

The Blues are also targeting Bayern Munich winger Franck Ribery and Valencia forward David Villa.
(Full story: The Guardian)

Chelsea have opened talks with Portsmouth to re-sign right-back Glen Johnson in a deal that could be worth £17m.
(Fullstory: Daily Mail)

Blues midfielder Deco is on the verge of a move to Inter Milan on a free transfer.
(Full story: DailyMail)

Arsenal are closing in on the £10m signing of Ajax centre-half Thomas Vermaelen.
(Full story: The Sun)

The Gunners are keen on Juventus and Italy central defender Giorgio Chiellini. (The Times)

But Arsenal striker Emmanuel Adebayor could be on his way to AC Milan with the Italian side set to bid £15m for the Togo international.
(Full story: The Sun)

AC Milan and Barcelona are lining up Manchester United defender Nemanja Vidic in a £25m deal.
(Full story: DailyMail)

Real Madrid have tabled a £20m bid for unsettled Liverpool midfielder Xabi Alonso.
(Full storyaily Mail)

Liverpool, meanwhile, are interested in Middlesbrough forward Tuncay.
(Full story: TheMirror)

Reds boss Rafael Benitez has also met with Valencia forward David Silva this week and is keen to bring the Spaniard to Anfield.
(Full story: TheMirror)

The Merseyside club have also offered Portsmouth £2m for defender Sylvain Distin.
(Full story: The Times)

Aston Villa have bid £7m for Atletico Madrid midfielder Jose Manuel Jurado.
(Full story: The Times)

Villa are also interested in bringing former Arsenal midfielder Alexander Hleb back to the Premier League from Barcelona in a £10m deal.
(Full story: Daily Star)

Newcastle midfielder Kevin Nolan is attracting interest from Bolton, Blackburn and Hull. (The Guardian)

Tottenham defender Chris Gunter is wanted by Newcastle, Middlesbrough and West Brom. (The Guardian)

Manchester United trio, striker Fraizer Campbell, full-back Danny Simpson and midfielder Darron Gibson have been placed on the transfer list at OldTrafford.
(Full story: Daily Mirror)

Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp is to make a fresh £5m bid for Manchester City centre-back Richard Dunne.
(Full storyaily Mail)

Manchester City midfielder Elano has issued a come and get me plea to Serie A champions Inter Milan.
(Full story: The Sun)

Defender Lucas Neill has severed his ties with West Ham and is set to link up with old Blackburn boss Mark Hughes at Manchester City. (DailyExpress)

Tottenham defender Vedran Corluka expects Croatia and Shakhtar Donetsk winger Darijo Srna to join him at Spurs.
(Full story: The Sun)

Newcastle's former Manchester United striker Alan Smith is set to sign for Blackburn in a £2.5m deal.
(Full story: Daily Star)

Arsenal utility player Emmanuel Eboue says he is unsure whether he will be at the club next season. (Daily Express)

Birmingham hope to sign Ecuador centre-back Giovanny Espinoza after landing compatriot Christian Benitez for a club record fee.
(Full story: Daily Mirror)

Ipswich are lining up Sunderland trio, defender Paul McShane, winger Carlos Edwards and striker Daryl Murphy in a £3m deal.
(Full story: The Sun)

Wolves are preparing a £2.6m deal for Red Star Belgrade midfielder Nenad Milijas.
(Full story: The Sun)

However, Aston Villa are also interested in Serbian star Milijas.
(Full story: The Times)

Cardiff City are set to bid for Southampton midfielder Andrew Surman.
(Full story: The Sun)

West Brom are interested in Espanyol midfielder Jordi Gomez, who is valued at £2m. (Daily Star)

Crystal Palace striker Shefki Kuqi has rejected a one-year deal in favour of a move to German side TuS Koblenz.
(Full story: The Mirror)

Rangers midfielder Barry Ferguson's move to West Brom has been delayed by uncertainty over manager Tony Mowbray's future. (The Herald)

Shunsuke Nakamura will seal his departure from Celtic in a few days and will re-join Japanese club Yokohama F Marinos. (Daily Express)

Barnsley and Reading have joined Blackpool in the chase for Rangers midfielder Charlie Adam but have failed to meet the £500,000 asking price. (TheHerald)

United States winger DaMarcus Beasley is considering options in the Netherlands after being told he is not in Rangers' long-term plans. (TheHerald)

Falkirk have told manager John Hughes he can only keep six of his 14 out-of-contract players. (The Sun)

OTHER GOSSIP

Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick has risked his England future after his late withdrawal through injury ahead of the World Cup qualifierin Kazakhstan.
(Full story: The Mirror)

Wigan chairman Dave Whelan says Swansea boss Roberto Martinez is his first choice to replace former manager Steve Bruce.
(Full story: The Sun)

Stoke manager Tony Pulis hopes to appoint Sheffield United number two Sam Ellis as his deputy at the Britannia Stadium.
(Full story: Daily Mirror)

Watford manager Brendan Rodgers is on the verge of being named as the new boss at Reading.
(Full story: The Sun)

West Brom are targeting Preston boss Alan Irvine as their new manager if Tony Mowbray takes over at Celtic.
(Full story: The Mirror)

However, West Brom have denied that Celtic have made an approach for Mowbray.
(Fullstory: Daily Telegraph)

Burnley's Owen Coyle and West Brom's Tony Mowbray are in a straight fight for the Celtic manager's job. (The Herald)

Celtic have launched a last-ditch attempt to secure Roberto Martinez, but the Swansea boss is 90% certain to go to Wigan. (Daily Mail)

Irish billionaire Dermot Desmond will today be urged to finance compensation for Tony Mowbray or Roberto Martinez as manager. (The Sun)

Goalkeeper Lukasz Zaluska would like Dundee United manager Craig Levein to follow him to Celtic. (Daily Record)

Former Celtic defender Steven Pressley wants to be the club's new manager. (Daily Record)

Former Iceland coach Atli Edvaldsson is a surprise contender for the Hibernian manager's job. (Daily Express)

Shamrock Rovers chairman Jonathan Roche says there has been no approach from Hibernian for manager Michael O'Neill. (The Scotsman)

The Scottish Premier League will take Setanta to court if the broadcaster fails to pay the final £3m instalment of last season's television money onFriday. (The Herald)

And three of Scotland's top clubs could fold if Setanta goes bankrupt in the summer. (Daily Record)

Setanta will find a solution to paying SPL clubs by Friday a late payment of £3m. (The Sun)

AND FINALLY
Meanwhile Manchester United midfielder Owen Hargreaves has vowed that he will play again, despite rumours that he will be forced to retirefollowing a succession of knee injuries.

 

[keepie uppie]

Originally Posted by AirJordanSeattle23


Meanwhile Manchester United midfielder Owen Hargreaves has vowed that he will play again, despite rumours that he will be forced to retire following a succession of knee injuries.

he'd better...United paid a lot of money for him...

 

[blaxoid]

Originally Posted by Keepie Uppie

Originally Posted by AirJordanSeattle23


Meanwhile Manchester United midfielder Owen Hargreaves has vowed that he will play again, despite rumours that he will be forced to retire following a succession of knee injuries.

he'd better...United paid a lot of money for him...

Money which we used for Ribery

Thanks again

 

[keepie uppie]

Originally Posted by blaxoid

Money which we used for Ribery...

the only bright spark in your team last season unfortunately...and y'all probably be resigned to losing him soon too...
can't front though,the money y'all make from selling him gonna be

 

[blaxoid]

I pray to god we can keep him.. His creativity is incredible

If we get the right offer then he will go, unfortunately Spanish & English leagues are a big pull to any emerging star

 

[airjordanseattle23]

BREAKING GOSSIP

Motherwell boss Mark McGhee is the new favourite to take over Celtic boss, with the odds tumbling on him succeeding Gordon Strachan. (Various, 1830BST)

West Brom defender Jonas Olsson has denied reports he said he wants to leave the club, saying he was misquoted in an interview with a Swedish newspaper.
Full story: Express and Star, 1503 BST)

Rennes midfielder Stephane M'Bia has agreed to join Everton, according to reports in France.
(Full story: Setanta Sports, (1419BST)

Liverpool defender Andrea Dossena seems set for a return to Italy after asking manager Rafael Benitez for a move away from Anfield. (Tuttosport, 1352BST)

Valencia winger David Silva says he is flattered by reported interest from Real Madrid, but says he knows nothing about a proposed move to theBernabeu. (Press Association, 1349 BST)

Udinese's 22-year-old defender Cristian Zapata has claimed Arsenal are among the clubs interested in acquiring his services this summer (PressAssociation, 1111 BST)

Real Madrid want to sign Bayern Munich's French winger Franck Ribery and will begin talks with the German giants. (Reuters, 1106BST)

Inter Milan striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic would welcome a move to Barcelona, his agent said on Friday following reports the clubs were discussing a deal.(Press Association 0847 BST)

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TRANSFER GOSSIP

Manchester United will sell Cristiano Ronaldo to Real Madrid if the Spanish giants stump up a stunning £75m.
(Full storyaily Mirror)

If Real do not sign the Portugal international winger by the end of the month they will have to pay him £26m as a result of a promise made to him by theclub's former president Ramon Calderon.
(Full story: Daily Star)

Real's vice-president Fernando Tapias appeared to confirm on Spanish radio that the club does indeed have such a penalty clause written into analleged pre-contract agreement made between Calderon and Ronaldo's agent Jorge Mendes.
(Full story:The Independent)

Meanwhile, new Real Madrid president Florentino Perez said he believes Ronaldo has a £75m get-out clause in his United contract and said he is "workingto bring Ronaldo to Real Madrid". Perez also all but confirmed that AC Milan's Brazilian superstar Kaka will join the club for £62m.
(Full story: The Sun)

Yet another seemingly Madrid-bound star is Valencia's David Silva. Liverpool are also keen on the midfielder but look as though they will missout on him after he had talks at the Bernabeu.
(Full story: The Times)

Chelsea are set to offer Ashley Cole a £27m four-year deal in order to fend off interest in him from Barcelona, who are believed to be ready to bid £20m forthe left-back.
(Full story: The Sun)

As well as hanging on to their best players, Blues midfielder Frank Lampard has urged the club to sign "someone to do something special",identifying a need for a creative midfielder or a striker.
(Full story: TheIndependent)

The players Lampard has in mind are Bayern Munich's Franck Ribery and Valencia's David Villa.
(Full story: The Guardian)

Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger is keen to bring Barcelona midfielder Yaya Toure, brother of Gunners defender Kolo, to the club and is set to bid £12mfor him.
(Full story: The Sun)

The Gunners are favourites to beat Manchester City to the signature of £8m-rated Wolfsburg striker Edin Dzeko, who they see as a replacement for EmmanuelAdebayor.
(Full story: Daily Mirror)

But Arsenal face competition for the Bosnian from Manchester City, who are also looking at Blackburn's Roque Santa Cruz, Portsmouth's PeterCrouch and Barcelona's Samuel Eto'o.
(Full story: The Guardian)

Adebayor's future, meanwhile, could be in Italy as AC Milan are believed to be poised to make a £15m bid for the Togo striker.
(Full story: The Sun)

Aston Villa are bracing themselves for a battle to hold on to Ashley Young, with Chelsea and Real Madrid set to be interested in the £20m-ratedwinger.
(Full story: Daily Mirror)

Villa have targeted Tottenham midfielder Tom Huddlestone as a replacement for Gareth Barry and will bid £6m for him. (Mirror)
(Full story: Daily Mirror)

David Bentley could also make the switch from White Hart Lane to Villa Park, but only if Spurs are prepared to accept £5m less than the £15m theypaid Blackburn for him.
(Full story: Daily Star)

The clear-out at Spurs could also see Didier Zokora join Sevilla - but the Spaniards are thought to want to pay £2m less than the Londoners' £8mvaluation of their man.
(Full story: Daily Mirror)

Meanwhile, Manchester City want to sign Liverpool's Xabi Alonso as they want him to form a midfield partnership with their new £12m signingBarry.
(Fullstory: Daily Mirror)

Sunderland want to sign 6ft 8in Serbian striker Nikola Zigic. New boss Steve Bruce is set to sanction a club record £10m bid for the Valencia player.
(Full story: Daily Mirror)

Bruce also wants to raid former club Wigan to sign midfielder Lee Cattermole. (The Sun)

Bolton and Birmingham are competing to sign Anderlecht's Argentine playmaker Lucas Biglia, who would cost about £6m. The pair are also battling to snapup ex-Portsmouth midfielder Sean Davies.
(Full story: Daily Mirror)

Birmingham are also eager to capture Cardiff defender Roger Johnson and are set to increase their offer for him from £3.5m to £5m. (TheSun)

Everton have warned Manchester City that defender Joleon Lescott is not for sale. (Daily Mirror)

West Ham want to hijack Everton's £6m swoop for Rennes full-back Rod Fanni. (Various)

The Hammers are set to send teenage striker Freddie Sears out on a season-long loan to Sheffield Wednesday. (The Sun)

Blackburn striker Matt Derbyshire could be priced out of a move to Greek side Olympiakos as Rovers are holding out for £2m more than the £3m bidthey have received.
(Full story: DailyMail)

Stoke boss Tony Pulis is lining up a bid for Marseille striker Djibril Cisse, who spent last season on loan at Sunderland. But the Frenchman is believed toprefer a move to Tottenham.
(Fullstory: Daily Mail)

Roberto Martinez's first step as Wigan manager could be to sign Hamilton's teenage midfielder James McCarthy. (The Herald)

New Wigan boss Roberto Martinez could also make a move for Hibernian striker Steven Fletcher. (Daily Mail)

Red Bull Salzburg defender Ronald Gercaliu says PAOK Salonika are vying with Celtic for his signature. (Daily Express)

Celtic, Bolton and Genoa are interested in Manchester City midfielder Gelson Fernandes. (Daily Express)

Wellington Phoenix want to take out-of-favour Celtic striker Chris Killen back to New Zealand. (Various)

Dundee United are poised to make a summer approach for Rangers defender Andy Webster. (Daily Record)

Newcastle's controversial midfielder Joey Barton has insisted he will not be forced out of the club and does not want a transfer despite hisbust-up with interim boss Alan Shearer.
(Full story: Daily Mirror)

Sheffield United will pay Watford £400,000 for versatile defender Leigh Bromby. (Daily Star)

New QPR boss Jim Magilton is set to raid former club Ipswich for striker Jon Walters and midfielder David Norris. (Daily Star)

Shrewsbury want to sign striker Jake Robinson, who has been released by Brighton. (Daily Star)

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OTHER GOSSIP

Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney has been demanding a central striker's role for next season, as he is fed up of being played out on theleft flank.
(Full story: Daily Express)

Falkirk's John Hughes has emerged as a candidate to replace Roberto Martinez as Swansea manager. (Daily Record)

West Brom are resigned to losing Tony Mowbray, who is poised to become Celtic manager. (The Sun)

Motherwell's Mark McGhee expects to be informed today whether his application to be Celtic manager has been successful. (The Herald)

If Mark McGhee is not given the Celtic job, the Motherwell manager is likely to become Aberdeen boss. (Various)

Former Nottingham Forest boss Colin Calderwood has emerged as a candidate for the vacancies at both Aberdeen and Hibernian. (Daily Record)

Former Aberdeen striker Noel Whelan has urged the club not to ignore his application to be manager. (Various)

New Sunderland boss Steve Bruce says he is 50 times better as a boss now than in his early days when he was a "hothead" and used to sulk.
(Full story: Daily Mirror)

Bury manager Alan Knill is in talks with the club about a contract extension as he enters the final year of his current deal. (DailyStar)

New Reading manager Brendan Rodgers has revealed he was advised to take the job by former Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho.
(Full story: The Sun)

Former England boss Sven-Goran Eriksson is on his way to Sporting Lisbon after being snubbed by Portsmouth. (The Sun)

Former Cowdenbeath chairman Gordon McDougall has been in talks with Livingston owner Angelo Massone about taking over the First Division club. (DailyRecord)

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Chris Waddle and fellow commentator Jon Champion will be fined £100 for each football cliche they come out with during England's game againstKazakhstan, with the money being donated by Setanta to the Bobby Moore fund. (Daily Star)

 

[xblaze23]

Yesterday, the Madrid press focused on David Silva and his potential signing. Tomorrow, Marca has Franck Ribery as the covery story lol.. Also on the cover..Madrid place a 25 million Euro limit on Villa and 20 million Euro limit on Silva..I don't know what they base those figures on but I'd say 35m (Villa)and 23-25 (Silva) are safer bets. I'm sure foreign clubs can and will offer more but the players have admitted their preference to stay in Spain. Inaddition, Vicente Soriano resigned as Valencia Chairman. The will ease negotiations in the media's eyes.

 

[curious24]

Originally Posted by xblaze23

Yesterday, the Madrid press focused on David Silva and his potential signing. Tomorrow, Marca has Franck Ribery as the covery story lol.. Also on the cover.. Madrid place a 25 million Euro limit on Villa and 20 million Euro limit on Silva..I don't know what they base those figures on but I'd say 35m (Villa) and 23-25 (Silva) are safer bets. I'm sure foreign clubs can and will offer more but the players have admitted their preference to stay in Spain. In addition, Vicente Soriano resigned as Valencia Chairman. The will ease negotiations in the media's eyes.

what is hunttelar worth if united gives u ronaldo

 

[xblaze23]

If hes sold, Huntelaar would fetch 20m Euro (at least 17m) or so. A price similiar to the one Madrid paid for him. He has done well enough but he was a lastditch Calderon/Mijatovic signing. He may not be in Florentino's plans.


I don't mind Huntelaar but I think David Villa or even Karim Benzema would suit our style moreso than the Dutchman.

AJSeattle, hit me up when you want to play Fifa. I receive and reply to your messages on Live but for some reason they might be delayed. For example, It saidyou sent me a message, I reply, and then it says you were last online "Yesterday" lol.

 

[airjordanseattle23]

Originally Posted by xblaze23

If hes sold, Huntelaar would fetch 20m Euro (at least 17m) or so. A price similiar to the one Madrid paid for him. He has done well enough but he was a last ditch Calderon/Mijatovic signing. He may not be in Florentino's plans.


I don't mind Huntelaar but I think David Villa or even Karim Benzema would suit our style moreso than the Dutchman.

AJSeattle, hit me up when you want to play Fifa. I receive and reply to your messages on Live but for some reason they might be delayed. For example, It said you sent me a message, I reply, and then it says you were last online "Yesterday" lol.

i was haha. i sent you that message from my pc on xbox.com

 

[nychiphophippo]

i didn't really follow the premiership this season but in the one game i saw aston villa play, ashley young was definitely a standout player. i know it wasjust one game that i saw, but dude was nice and convinced me that he would play for a big club some day and now chelsea and real are interested in him.