Silva keeping his options open

September 13, 2009

Valencia midfielder David Silva has revealed that his club received a late bid from an English club during the last transfer window. Reports in the media also suggest that Manchester United could be ready to bid for the Spanish international in the January window. A bid believed to be in the region of £20million has be mooted.

It looked certain that the midfielder would move away from La Liga side Valencia with the club suffering financial difficulties but the clubs finances seem to have improved. Silva and teammate David Villa were linked with moves to Premier League sides Liverpool and Manchester United during the summer. Both have the stayed at the Mestalla.

The 23 year-old has also revealed that he is happy at Los Ches but has left the door open on a move in the future. He has also been linked with a move to Spanish giants Real Madrid and European Champions Barcelona.

“It is true that there was a bid from a big English club,” he told The News of the World.

“If it was only a question of money then I would have accepted the move.

“Things can change in the future but right now I am happy in Valencia and I did not have sufficient motive to leave.”

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Browns signs for Northampton

September 12, 2009

Northampton Town have completed the signing of goalkeeper Simon Brown on a short term contract till January. The 32 year-old opted to leave Brentford in July after his contract expired. The former Brentford keeper has also had stints at Colchester and Tottenham. He also won a Scottish League Cup winners medal while at Hibernian.

The Cobbler’s caretaker boss Ian Sampson is delighted to have signed the experienced keeper and is hoping it will help improve competition. He told the Northampton official website: “I think at this moment we need an experienced keeper at the club and we are pleased that Simon has agreed to join us,”

“I also think that Chris Dunn and the rest of the players will benefit from his arrival. Simon has a wealth of experience, having played both in England and Scotland and he is a good age for a keeper.

“We made contact earlier this week, Simon trained with us on Thursday and I am sure he will settle in quickly and can be a big help to us.

“The competition will be good for Chris Dunn and for his long term development he may well benefit from having a breather at this stage, although Simon knows Chris will be desperate to claim that shirt back and that is the way it should be.”

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Mexican could be moving to the Premier league

September 11, 2009

Mexican international striker Guillermo Franco could be heading for the Premier League with Stoke,Wigan and West Ham expressing an interest in the 32 year-old. Franco left Villarreal at the end of the season after his contract expired at the El Madrigal. Franco got on the scoresheet for his country in their 3-0 victory over Costa Rica in qualifying on Saturday. It was his sixth goal in 18 appearances for the Mexicans.

West Ham are believed to have already held talks with the player. His agent Barry McIntosh said: “We haven’t decided anything yet as several English clubs have been in touch about him.” The star came close to joining Copa Libertadores champions Estudiantes but the deal with the Argentineans collapsed at the last minute.

Franco told The Guardian: “Imagine how I feel after so much criticism for not having a team, but thank God my dream has come true to play in England.

“This is a new step, a new cycle with big challenges in a very strong league.”

He also has experience of playing in Argentina the place of his birth as well Spain and Mexico. He became a naturalized Mexican citizen in 2002 after moving to Mexican club side Monterrey and made his international debut three years later.

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Webber heading for Portsmouth

September 10, 2009

Portsmouth have completed the free transfer of former Sheffield United striker Danny Webber. The former Manchester United ace was training with the Premier League champions after being released by the Blades. He appeared 107 times for the Yorkshire club scoring 20 goals. The 27 year-old has signed a two-year contract at Fratton Park after impressing on trial at the club. The striker has also played for Watford and Crystal Palace since starting his career at Manchester United. He

He told the Portsmouth official website: “I’ve always enjoyed playing at Fratton Park. I like the old grounds where the fans are close to the pitch. I’m delighted to have the chance to get back to the Premier League at a hotbed of football”

His new boss Paul Hart revealed: ” When I found out Danny was available I asked him to come down and train with us-and I was delighted with what I saw.

“He plays off the shoulders of defenders and gives us another attacking option.

“I wanted to sign him when I was at Nottingham Forest but he went to Watford. Hes another one who’s hungry with something to prove”

The striker will fill the void left by striker David Nugent who joined Burnley on-loan on transfer deadline day.

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Fabregas admits to uncertain future

September 9, 2009

Cesc Fabregas has put Real Madrid and Barcelona on the alert about his availability for next season.The Arsenal captain has admitted that he is unclear about his future.

However he has denied reports suggesting that he already has an agreement to join Barcelona next summer if Sandro Rosell gets elected as the President of the Catalan club.

“I haven’t spoken to anyone,” Fabregas told Radio Marca. “Whatever happens, happens, but at the moment there is nothing.”

“I don’t know if I’ll leave the Premier League next year. I’m happy there and it is an important year for the club.”

But the Spanish international confirmed that he was a subject of interest for the Galacticos in the recently concluded summer transfer window and before that as well.

“Two or three years ago there was some interest (from Real Madrid), but there has never been anything serious with another team since I joined Arsenal.”

Barcelona, however lead the race to sign their former youth team player. Real Madrid recently signed Alonso from Liverpool but are still keen to add another midfielder to their squad.Reports in Spain last month suggested that Barca had an agreement with Arsenal to sign Fabregas in the 2010 summer window.But Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has strongly denied any such claims since then.

Fabregas has made 162 appearances for Arsenal scoring 19 times, but is yet to win any medals with the London based club. With Wenger sticking to his youth policy, if Arsenal fail to collect any silverware this season as well, the Spaniard may seriously consider a move to any of the two clubs to achieve his first piece of silverware.

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Fabiano still looking for Serie A move

September 9, 2009

Sevilla and Brazilian striker Luis Fabiano would still like to move to Serie A next season. The 28 year-old came close to joining Serie A giants AC Milan this summer and is now being linked with a move to Juventus. Juventus will lose striker David Trezeguet next summer, as the Frenchman is planning to retire.

The former Flamengo striker finished as top goalscorer in this summer’s Confederations Cup and a move to Milan giants AC collapsed despite long and hard negotiations over a transfer fee. Fabiano was also linked with Premier League champions Manchester United.

Fabiano’s agent told Corriere dello Sport: “The market closed last week and it seems absurd to talk about transfers now,”

“However, if there is an interest from an Italian club then we will sit down and listen.

“We have not had any direct contact with Juventus so far, but it is an honour that such an important club is interested in Luis.

“Fabiano was disappointed when the Milan move collapsed. For now he will not be speaking about the transfer market unless there is something concrete.

“He wants to do well with Sevilla and with the national team. Whoever wants him will have to get in contact with Sevilla first and then speak to me.”

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Beckham eyes European return

September 8, 2009

In his bid to become the first Englishman to play in four World Cups, David Beckham has hinted that he would move back to England or more likely to Italy.

The former Real Madrid and Manchester United midfielder, has played in the last three World Cups, leading the national team in the last two. He would enter the history books if he plays in South Africa next year, surpassing England and Manchester United legend Sir Bobby Robson who made it to four World Cup squads but did not play in the 1958 edition.

Beckham is already England’s most-capped outfield player with 113 appearances.

Beckham said: “My career has been incredible. I’ve played in three World Cups, been captain of my country, played for some of the biggest clubs and I’ve enjoyed that.

If we reach another World Cup and I play some part in that, it will be up there with all the other achievements.”

Fabio Capello has consistently stressed on the need for Beckham to play in a major European league to improve his chances of making it to South Africa.

A most likely move for Beckham would be a repeat of last season wherein he could return to AC Milan on loan, once the football season in the US ends in November.

However he insists that he has received offers from three or four big clubs other than AC Milan.

He said: “It’s always good to have options. Milan have made me aware that they want me to go back there, and I’m more than happy with that. But I have other options. Once I have time to decide, I will.”

Beckham was taunted as a ‘part-timer’ by some Galaxy fans after he missed 17 league games at the start of the new MLS season this year completing his loan spell at Milan.

But, with the World Cup due next year, Beckham is intent on playing in a European league and has hinted that he would part his ways with Galaxy if they tried to block his move.

“If it upsets a few people, I can’t do anything about that. I keep saying how much I enjoy playing over there and how committed I am to the Galaxy, but I want to give myself every chance to be involved in the squad.

“I think I’ll be back there after the World Cup. There is a possibility that the contract might break in the autumn, but I’m committed there.”

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Roberto Carlos to Notts County as United bid for Akinfeev

September 8, 2009

Roberto Carlos is considering a move to Notthingam County according to his agent.The former ‘Galactico’,now 36,would be available for free from Turkish side Fenerbahce where he has spent the last two seasons. Notts county,bankrolled by millions from Middle Eastern investors,can meet the Brazilian’s wage demands and their influential Director hopes to bring more big names to Meadow Lane.

A Meadow Lane source said: “Sol Campbell was the first big-name signing – but he won’t be the last.”In the next couple of weeks the club hopes to bring in four or five other top names, either on free transfers or on loan.”Roberto Carlos is top of the list. There have already been talks and he wants big, big wages but that’s OK – money is not an issue here.”

23-year old CSKA Moscow goalkeeper Igor Akinfeev is the prime transfer target for Sir Alex Ferguson. With injury problems preventing him to play this season,Edwin Van Der Sar,38,is to make a decision about retiring. Ben Foster will probably succeed Van Der Sar as United’s no.1. But with Thomas Kuzack likely to depart,United will have concerns in their goalkeeping department. Akinfeev is a likely replacement after impressing at club and country level since his international debut in 2004 at 18.The UEFA cup winner has made 156 appearances for CSKA Moscow starting in 2003 and has 33 international caps.

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Everton told to pay Garbutt fee

September 8, 2009

Everton been told they must pay £600,000 rising to a potential £1.5million for young full-back Luke Garbutt. The youngster was previously with League One Leeds and the 16 year-old is a bright prospect. The Toffee’s originally offered just £200,000 for the youngster, a fee described as paltry by Leeds chairman Ken Bates after he turned downed a scholarship at Leeds to move to Merseyside.

The fee was set by a tribunal of the Professional Football Negiotiating and Consultative Committee, which is made of people from the Premier League, Football League and PFA. The tribunal took place on Monday and ruled that the fee should be £600,000 rising to £1.5million depending on appearances. There will also be an initial £200,000 if the youngster goes on to become an international. With Leeds also receiving 20 per cent of any future transfer fee.

Everton academy boss Ray Hall has revealed that he believes Garbutt is a star of the future. Hall told the clubs official website: “This is very much a transfer for the future for Everton. It’s not an uncommon move to make – many Premier League clubs invest in young talent with a view to nurturing and developing them.

“We are all delighted to have Luke at the club. He is an excellent prospect and he will be allowed to mature and learn his trade with our Academy staff and players.

“I know the manager (David Moyes) will be keeping an eye on his progress, as he does with all our boys, and if he looks ready to make the next step up then he may get his chance.

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Alves completes Al Sadd move

September 7, 2009

Al Sadd of Qatar have completed the signing of Middlesbrough striker Afonso Alves for an undisclosed fee. He was unveiled at his new side on Sunday. The Brazilian international has signed at three-year deal.

Alves was Boro’s record signing when he signed for the Teesiders for £12.5million from Heerenveen 18 months ago. However he struggled to make an impact in his time in the Premier League, scoring just 10 goals in 42 games at the Riverside Stadium. Alves will be hoping to rediscover the form which saw the 28 year-old score 34 for the Eredivisie side.

“It’s a great honour for me to join a good team like Al Sadd who are one of the best clubs in Asia,” said Alves.

“I have heard a lot about football in Qatar from my compatriot Felipe Jorge who is playing also with Al Sadd.

“I’m looking to be the top scorer of the Qatari league next season. I’m happy to have two other Brazilians in the team and hopefully we will be a successful trio in the league.

“I want to have great success with Al Sadd just like I did with Heerenveen in Holland in 2007 where I scored a lot of goals and I hope that I can do the same with Al Sadd.”

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