Redknapp denies Ferdinand rumours
October 31, 2009
Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp has moved quickly to deny rumours that he is preparing a bid for Manchester United and England defender Rio Ferdinand. The former Pompey boss did however concede that he thinks Ferdinand is the best defender in the world.
Ferdinand has suffered some criticism in recent weeks for a drop in form. He hasn’t experienced such criticism since the start of his career and these rumours linking him with a move away from Old Trafford continue to rumble on. Since moving to the champions Ferdinand has shed his casual manner and became one of the best centre-backs in the world.
Redknapp said: “There’s no chance of him leaving there if he has any sense. Unless someone knows something I don’t know, he won’t be coming here. I speak to him and send him messages. For me he’s still the best centre-half in the world, he’s that good. Everyone has a blip.”
Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has came out in defence of his player saying:
“I’m not going into that because I read the stuff in the newspapers and I hear he is going to be dropped and all this but I don’t think you have access to my mind,”
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Brum interested in Austrian striker
October 29, 2009
Birmingham manager Alex McLeish has revealed they are interested in signing Red Bull Salzburg striker Marc Janko in January. The club have received a big financial boost with new chairman Carson Young promising a £40million transfer kitty in the transfer window.
The Scot told the Birmingham Mail: “Janko is on a real hot goalscoring streak, he has a big presence. He’s maybe not yet the same kind of level as Peter Crouch, he’s trying to be that kind of player. These players like him are out there, but can we get them to come to the club? That’s the question.”
City have also been linked with Wolfsburg pair Grafite and Edin Dezko as well as Hoffenheim strikers Vedad Ibisevic and Chinedu Obasi. However the City boss believes it will take a few years before the club are at that level to sign players in their bracket.
He added: “If we get to an Everton status in years to come then we could entice the Dzeko’s of this world.
“There are some hidden gems out there who won’t cost lots of pennies, but you’re probably looking at £15million for Dzeko, Grafite £10million. The Hoffenheim strikers would probably cost £10million plus as well.”
Subscribe to Football Transfers by EmailValencia set to sell star pair
October 28, 2009
Spanish La Liga side Valencia have admitted they could be forced into selling top stars David Villa and David Silva to ease their major financial difficulties. Los Ches managed to keep hold of their two top players in the summer despite their well documented money troubles but have now confirmed that the pair could leave to ease debts.
The Spanish internationals have been linked with big money moves to the Premier League. Silva claimed in September that he was subject of a big offer from the Premier League in the summer. He didn’t reveal which club the bid was from but there has been rumours that both Liverpool and Manchester United are interested in signing the midfielder.
In fact Premier League champions United are expected to launch a bid for both Silva and Villa in January. Sir Alex Ferguson’s side still have money to spend from the summer sale of Cristiano Ronaldo. They will face stiff competition from their north west rivals Liverpool though.
Valencia sporting director Fernando Gomez revealed on Las Provoncias TV: “If there was a moment that arrived that we cannot stand it any more, then of course we must sell and they [Villa & Silva] would be sold.
“We made a great effort in the summer to keep them, but if the economic situation continues, then things could become very serious.
“Still it was a success for us to keep them, because there was some large money offered to us.”
Gomez denied they have received any fresh bids saying “We have not received an official offer for either Villa or Silva. I only know what has been said in the papers.”
Subscribe to Football Transfers by EmailSpurs show interest in Brazilian
October 27, 2009
Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp has revealed he is interested in signing Brazilian midfielder Sandro. The former Pompey chief is expecting to visit South America to scout the star before the transfer window opens next January.
The club have been linked with the starlet for along time and could make a move for him if Redknapp is impressed by what he sees on his scouting trip. The 20 year-old currently plies his trade with Brazilian side Internacional and a fee of £14million move has already been mooted.
Redknapp is short in central midfield with only Tom Huddlestone, Wilson Palacios and Jermaine Jenas equip to play in the position. Redknapp revealed: “We’ve only got three central midfield players.”
“Jamie O’Hara went, Kevin-Prince Boateng went, Didier Zokora went. Suddenly we’re very, very short in there. Jermaine Jenas is on four bookings, Palacios on three.
“So I’m looking for someone else who can play in midfield here. We’ve been looking at Sandro. He’s just breaking into the Brazilian team from the Under 21s. He can play - he’s a modern day midfield player.
“I’d like to go and have a look myself as well and, if we do decide to do anything, it’ll be up to the chairman to push it on from there.”
Subscribe to Football Transfers by EmailMiddlesbrough appoint Strachan as new boss
October 26, 2009
Championship side Middlesbrough have appointed Gordon Strachan as their new boss. The Scot was only out of work for six months after leaving Scottish side Celtic in the summer. He revealed he didn’t miss football during his time out of the game but admitted his love for the game will return once he has started his new position. Strachan is has also brought in his trusted right-hand man Garry Pendry but will also retain a lot of the current Boro staff.
“I don’t need to be here and I don’t have to be here, I’m here because I want to be here. When I left Celtic I said that it would be very difficult for me to retrace my steps in terms of jobs and enjoyment. He said.
“I felt it had to be something different. I never said to anyone that it had to be bigger or better, just something different.
“I will also have a chance here, I know who the chairman is, I know where the money comes from and I know you get time. The stability of the club is one of the reasons I thought I had the chance to develop things the way you would like, developing younger players and making better players better. So these things attracted me to the job.”
Subscribe to Football Transfers by EmailWalsall sign young keeper
October 25, 2009
League One Walsall have sign Hull City keeper Matt Oxley on a month’s loan deal. Walsall boss Chris Hutchings is in need of goalkeeping reinforcements after first choice keeper Rene Gilmartin picked up a hamstring injury which is expected to keep him out for at least a month.
The young keeper joined the Tigers from Rotherham last season for £150,000. Hull will see a loan move as useful for the 19 year-old to gain first team experience. Hes way down the pecking order at the KC Stadium, so a loan move could prove beneficial. The youngster however is likely to start his Saddlers career on the substitute bench.
The Saddlers boss Hutchings told the clubs official website: “He is a young, emerging lad of real quality and potential,”
“It’s unfortunate for Rene but these things happen in football. He’s been playing well and growing in confidence and I have been pleased with the progress he has made this season.”
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Atletico appoint Flores
October 24, 2009
Spanish La Liga side Atletico Madrid have appointed Quique Sanchez Flores as their new boss. He replaces Abel Resino who was sacked on Friday after a dreadful start to the season. Former Getafe boss Michael Laudrup turned down the opportunity, but Atletico have now found their new boss.
Flores has previously worked at Getafe and Valencia and has been appointed for the rest of the season with a view to a longer deal if he is successful. The club have won only one of their last ten games and suffered a 4-0 hammering against Chelsea in the Champions League.
Atletico are now bottom of their Champions League group. Former boss Abel Resino who only arrived at the Vicente Calderon in February insisted he did all he could to turn the clubs fortunes around. He said: “I gave it everything I have, but football is capricious and we are not getting the results we want. However, I am leaving with a clear conscience because I tried”
Flores will have to act quickly to change the doom and gloom around the club at the moment. They finished fourth in La Liga last season but he will face a challenge to get Atletico anywhere near the top of the table this season after that poor start to the season.
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October 23, 2009
Championship side Derby County have completed the loan signing of Hull midfielder Bryan Hughes with a view to a permanent transfer. The experienced midfielder has joined on a month’s loan to begin with and will be in their squad for the game against QPR this weekend. The former Charlton ace has made over 450 appearances at senior level.
The 33 year-old has been frozen out at the KC Stadium and hasn’t played for the Tigers since March. The Rams boss Nigel Clough has revealed his delight at adding the former Birmingham star to his squad. He told the clubs official website: “I’m delighted we have been able to secure Bryan’s services, he is player who brings vast experience to our squad. Everyone knows about our injury situation and when we looked at the list of available players Bryan’s name stood out.
“I would like to thank (Hull chairman) Paul Duffen and (manager) Phil Brown for agreeing to loan Bryan to us and I am sure he will settle in with no problems at all.”
He will bring a wealth of experience to a side who have struggled with form and injuries. The Rams are currently struggling in 19th place in the Championship and are desperately in need of a change of fortunes. Hughes has a happy knack of popping up with vital goals and Clough and Co. will be hoping he can get vital goals for their club.
Subscribe to Football Transfers by EmailSheffield United sign Camara
October 22, 2009
Championship Sheffield United have signed former Wigan striker Henri Camara till the end of the season. The Senegal international spent four years with the Latics but left the club in the summer after his contract expired. He has struggled to find a new club and failed to earn a contract at Hull during a trial in the summer.
The Blades boss Kevin Blackwell has expressed his delight at Camara’s capture. He told the clubs official website: “At a time when we have got so many players out through injury, he will bring plenty of experience and a bit of quality to the squad. He is a proven goalscorer and although he will take a bit of time to get fit, he will be able to give us cameo roles from the bench to begin with.”
The player himself revealed: “I am keen to play and score goals and although I am lacking a bit of match fitness I am confident that I can make a difference.
“I wanted to stay in England, I have played a lot of my football over here and I like it. This is a good move for me and I am desperate to get playing and be involved again. I have signed until the end of the season and if all goes well I’d hope that can be made longer.”
Subscribe to Football Transfers by EmailLeicester in the hunt for Davids
October 21, 2009
Championship side Leicester City are in talks with former Ajax midfielder Edgar Davids. The 36 year-old is available on a free transfer after his contract with the Dutch side expired. He has a wealth of experience at club and international level. He has played for Juventus, Ajax and AC Milan and also had a two-year spell in England with Tottenham.
Leicester manager Nigel Pearson told the media: “When players become available, if they are the right players for us then we investigate it. There has been interest but after that I am not in a position to comment further. There is nothing to elaborate on at the moment. There has been interest in both directions, but whether it comes to anything is another story.”
The Foxes Chairman Milan Mandaric has revealed that the club are in negotiations with Davids representatives. He told Sky Sports News: “We are in conversation with Edgar and his agent at this point and that is all I can say,”
“We are progressing and it is exciting and that’s what our manager wants and our supporters want. We are not there yet. If we couldn’t afford him we wouldn’t be talking to him. We are a very ambitious club our supporters are very ambitious.
“We already have a competitive and talented squad and team but there is always room for improvement and our goal is to try and give it a go this year and try and get out (of the Championship) and people with that kind of profile like Edgar will probably help us.”
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