mycarforum: Football transfers summer 2016: News, rumours and tip-offs part 5

I'll state the obvious.�

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A footballer's career is short. They have roughly 15 years. Vardy has about 5 years left, give or take a year or two.�

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Everybody has different desires in life -�

Some want to experience a different shirt, a "big club" atmosphere.�

Some like to be a cult hero at their home-town club.�

Some prefer even money, regardless of the millions they already make.�

Some dont mind sitting on the bench, to win a few trophies.

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What Vardy decides, is his prerogative. I can't say what I would do, because I have never had the good fortune of being in his position. I can only wish him all the best. He earned that right to have a choice to make, and thoroughly deserves it.�

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Just like Man U fans deserve Mou. Match made in heaven.� [laugh]

From a conversation with someone at Liverpool yesterday, they have no interest whatsoever in Higuain. Not bluffing. Just an absolute non-starter.
Klopp is happy with the 4 strikers he has. Rethink needed if get big offer for Benteke. But even then, a new striker won't be a top priority

Oliver Kay, The Times

Manchester United best buy is Zlatan Ibramhimovic, only 33 and damn loud attitude, like to see him scoring inside the 6 yards box�

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Who is next ? defender or Central D?

Vardy told Arsenal to wait

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� Jaime should stay In Leicester to indicate his goals are real stuff, ny jumping ship does not warrant the desire to win UCL, Lei with Claudio already in Champions League, what and who else to prove unless money matters.

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� If he does make the moves, it only show him pounds over mindset� [hur]

Oliver Kay, The Times

If what Oliver said is not convincing enough, how about this:

Napoli�s President, Aurelio De Laurentiis, has made it clear Higuain won't be allowed to leave for anything less than �94.7m.

Manchester United best buy is Zlatan Ibramhimovic, only 33 and damn loud attitude, like to see him scoring inside the 6 yards box

Who is next ? defender or Central D?

Zlatan unlikely to be announced before 30 Jun.

Closest is Bailly. If reports are accurate, just left medical to be done.

PSG made a bid of �23m for Coutinho. Laughed off and rejected.

Lets hope spurs signs vincent janseen. Dutch youngster to add more depth to their attack bah.

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Mourinho opens his account!

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Lets hope spurs signs vincent janseen. Dutch youngster to add more depth to their attack bah.

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VI reports talks between Spurs & Vincent Janssen are still in early stages. AZ haven't received a bid yet but formal approach has been made.

Welcome to Spurs' bench.

VI reports talks between Spurs & Vincent Janssen are still in early stages. AZ haven't received a bid yet but formal approach has been made.

Welcome to Spurs' bench.

Nice to have on bench coz err. Theres no backup or any other strikers liao

Sevilla right back Mariano is Barcelona's main option to replace Dani Alves, off to Juventus. [Mundo Deportivo]

In a not so funny news anymore, Everton is getting a manager. I suspect they copy from Liverpool, want anything just get from Southampton can already� :XD:

In a not so funny news anymore, Everton is getting a manager. I suspect they copy from Liverpool, want anything just get from Southampton can already�

Everton get from 1 source - Soton

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Pool get from 3 sources at least - Soton, Mainz05, Dortmund

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So Pool is 3 steps ahead. � [thumbsup] � [nod]

SportBILD: Henrikh Mkhitaryan has rejected a 4-year extension with BVB worth an annual salary of �7m. Wants to go to the Premier League.

BVB have to keep Aubameyang. Mkhitaryan should sell if he refuse to extend

Sevilla right back Mariano is Barcelona's main option to replace Dani Alves, off to Juventus. [Mundo Deportivo]

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poor Sevilla... their right backs kept kena poached

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last time they lost Dani Alves to Barca, now Barca raiding their right back again

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oh yah, 10 years back Real Madrid also kope their young right back... a certain Sergio Ramos

SportBILD: Henrikh Mkhitaryan has rejected a 4-year extension with BVB worth an annual salary of �7m. Wants to go to the Premier League.

BVB have to keep Aubameyang. Mkhitaryan should sell if he refuse to extend

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again they let him run down his contract� [thumbsdown]

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Dortmund fans must be damn sian, lost Hummels and possibly Mkhitaryan and Aubemeyang. Next season will be tough on them

This is why Koeman likely to go to Goodison instead of staying at St Mary's......

Everton set to hold on to Stones but he is keen to go!

Blues board determined unlike the Saints board!!

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I wonder how much is Stones release clause�

PSG made a bid of �23m for Coutinho. Laughed off and rejected.

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LoL

I know times are bad but this bid is a joke�

I wonder how much is Stones release clause�

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I don't think he has a release clause but Everton turned down 40mil+ last season for him.

They are quite adamant to hold on to him but if Stones insists to go then they may have no choice in this age of player power.

again they let him run down his contract�

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Dortmund fans must be damn sian, lost Hummels and possibly Mkhitaryan and Aubemeyang. Next season will be tough on them

their hr dept needs to be sacked. did they always forget to renew players contracts? such a big club with big name players shouldnt let them run out their contracts.

I don't think he has a release clause but Everton turned down 40mil+ last season for him.
They are quite adamant to hold on to him but if Stones insists to go then they may have no choice in this age of player power.

Yes, no release clause for Stones.

All depends whether they are OK to live with an unhappy player and missed out on the chance to cash in. Stones' contract will run till summer of 2019. By then, he would be eligible to walk away on a free and Everton would not even be compensated by a tribunal as Stones will be 25 by then.

Last summer they can play hardball as Stones need to perform to keep his England chance. This summer however, I think Stones will have an upper hand in negotiation.

Yes, no release clause for Stones.

All depends whether they are OK to live with an unhappy player and missed out on the chance to cash in. Stones' contract will run till summer of 2019. By then, he would be eligible to walk away on a free and Everton would not even be compensated by a tribunal as Stones will be 25 by then.

Last summer they can play hardball as Stones need to perform to keep his England chance. This summer however, I think Stones will have an upper hand in negotiation.

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Agreed bro and don't they end up like silly Dortmund who refuse to sell when they can and only sell at the last year or worse still let them go for free!!

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I respect Everton for wanting to make�a stand but they have to be realistic that if Stones wants out despite persuasion to stay then they shld just sell him at the highest price possible and move on. Pool also faced a similar situation with Sterling last season.

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Plenty of clubs wants Stones and they can easily get 40mil+ for him as most of the top EPL sides are in the market for a CB and there is even talk of Barca wanting him!

Agreed bro and don't they end up like silly Dortmund who refuse to sell when they can and only sell at the last year or worse still let them go for free!!

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I respect Everton for wanting to make�a stand but they have to be realistic that if Stones wants out despite persuasion to stay then they shld just sell him at the highest price possible and move on. Pool also faced a similar situation with Sterling last season.

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Plenty of clubs wants Stones and they can easily get 40mil+ for him as most of the top EPL sides are in the market for a CB and there is even talk of Barca wanting him!

My gut feel is that Stony will be sold to the highest bidder after Euro2016.

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Top young English players unfortunately command an extra premium over the open transfer market. With Man U, Man C, Chelsea and even Spanish clubs interested, it is a matter of when, not if. Money still talk loudest at the end of the day.

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Koeman can rebuild his team from the proceeds of sale of Stony and Lukaku. Make more sense instead of retaining an unwilling player.

PSG made a bid of �23m for Coutinho. Laughed off and rejected.

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Coutinho just showed his skills�and�scored a hattrick for Brazil (this morning), although it was against minnow Haiti, in Copa America

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price will jump by a few millions [laugh]

again they let him run down his contract�

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Dortmund fans must be damn sian, lost Hummels and possibly Mkhitaryan and Aubemeyang. Next season will be tough on them

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Don't worry. Not every team will suffer when their best player(s) leave(s), like how Pool did after Suarez left.

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Incredibly, some teams don't feel any significant loss. Just look at Southampton and where they are now, after losing their captain, best striker, Lovren, Chambers, Schneiderlin, Clyne, and even Pochettino...

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Another classic example is Atheltico Madrid.

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Somehow they go on to unearth more gems...

Coutinho just showed his skills�and�scored a hattrick for Brazil (this morning), although it was against minnow Haiti, in Copa America

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price will jump by a few millions

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Good good...�

Are there any other small teams at Copa? Hope he becomes top scorer. Then can ask for 50m pounds. He's not consistent, but should be worth more than sterling...

Smells like it's the owners being tight fisted which everyone here knows I particularly detest.

Perennial owners v fans clash looming at St Mary's I feel cos enough is enough.

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Must give credit to Saints academy though as their conveyor belt has produced gems, coupled with shrewd buys like Long, Pelle, Mane, Wanyama, Bertrand�and Foerster, all full fledged current Internationals bought at reasonable prices but I'm not sure how long this kind of policy will sustain them. Hope they get a good Manager in if Koeman does go. De Boer??

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On Monday, I speculated De Boer may join Saints and looks like a move has been made?

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Rumoured to be Eddie Howe from Bournemouth.

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By scoring a hatrick, i think Coutinho should now be worth USD100M at least. How bout that...� [:p] �

Liverpool target Jonathan Tah called up to Germany Euros squad in place of the injured Rudiger.

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By scoring a hatrick, i think Coutinho should now be worth USD100M at least. How bout that...

Nah. Not for sale.

Unlike Suarez and Sterling, Coutinho is not pushing for a move.

There is only one club that might cause him to rethink.

Don't worry. Not every team will suffer when their best player(s) leave(s), like how Pool did after Suarez left.

Incredibly, some teams don't feel any significant loss. Just look at Southampton and where they are now, after losing their captain, best striker, Lovren, Chambers, Schneiderlin, Clyne, and even Pochettino...

Another classic example is Atheltico Madrid.

Somehow they go on to unearth more gems...

Actually Liverpool suffer after Suarez left esp the goal input.

Saints would be in the TOP 6 if they can keep all their young stars

By scoring a hatrick, i think Coutinho should now be worth USD100M at least. How bout that...� �

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are you joking ???� [smash] � [smash] � [smash]

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no 200m no talk�

are you joking ???� � �

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no 200m no talk�

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Yes lah !

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Don't think any club able to afford

Actually Liverpool suffer after Suarez left esp the goal input.

Saints would be in the TOP 6 if they can keep all their young stars

Agree.

Replacing a world class player is never easy. Made worse when you don't have a top manager to attract a capable replacement. Pool are aware of Suarez' intention to leave at least 12 months in advance. Even with such a lead time, we couldnt secure a replacement. Amateurish

Agree.

Replacing a world class player is never easy. Made worse when you don't have a top manager to attract a capable replacement. Pool are aware of Suarez' intention to leave at least 12 months in advance. Even with such a lead time, we couldnt secure a replacement. Amateurish

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That 12 month is more of a gentleman commitment to the club..�

Actually Liverpool suffer after Suarez left esp the goal input.

Saints would be in the TOP 6 if they can keep all their young stars

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Sorry, i think my england not powderfully clear...

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i did say Liverpool suffered after LS left, and i used that to say that

not every team will suffer like Liverpool did, when star player(s) leave.

Agree.

Replacing a world class player is never easy. Made worse when you don't have a top manager to attract a capable replacement. Pool are aware of Suarez' intention to leave at least 12 months in advance. Even with such a lead time, we couldnt secure a replacement. Amateurish

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No argument on that.

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But some teams have depth, and can find capable replacement to minimise damage when it happens.

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Dortmund didn't blink when Gotze went BM. Athletico Madrid lost so many world class strikers over the years (Aguero, Falcao, Torres, Forlan, Costa to name a few) but never really struggled...

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Strange...

No argument on that.

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But some teams have depth, and can find capable replacement to minimise damage when it happens.

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Dortmund didn't blink when Gotze went BM. Athletico Madrid lost so many world class strikers over the years (Aguero, Falcao, Torres, Forlan, Costa to name a few) but never really struggled...

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Strange...

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their scouting system is awesome!!

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griezmann is the latest one to be targeted!!

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and nigell sauz?.. (spelling)

Nah. Not for sale.

Unlike Suarez and Sterling, Coutinho is not pushing for a move.

There is only one club that might cause him to rethink.

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we swap for his captain can?..

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brazlian 1 for 1 exchange... no need top up.. :relief:

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dont think we can afford his 200K wages or so though.. :gangs:

No argument on that.

But some teams have depth, and can find capable replacement to minimise damage when it happens.

Dortmund didn't blink when Gotze went BM. Athletico Madrid lost so many world class strikers over the years (Aguero, Falcao, Torres, Forlan, Costa to name a few) but never really struggled...

Strange...

Backroom continuity is the key. That's why I have been calling out for a DoF for Pool.

Dortmund has Zorc, Atletico has Berta.

The roles of these guys is to have succession planning for every positions ready. Planning in advance and making sure they won't be caught out by surprise. So when there is a playing indicating that he is considering leaving, recruitment process kicks in.

When all these is being done by the manager, it will firstly take away his time from coaching and the validity of the wanted players is only as long as the manager in job. Once manager change, entire wanted list change. Different players for the different ideas of the managers

Edited by Osprey23, 09 June 2016 - 03:35 PM.

Liverpool are not the only team raiding Bundesliga.

City want Aubameyang and San�.

Utd and Arsenal want Mkhitaryan

Backroom continuity is the key. That's why I have been calling out for a DoF for Pool.

Dortmund has Zorc, Atletico has Berta.

The roles of these guys is to have succession planning for every positions ready. Planning in advance and making sure they won't be caught out by surprise. So when there is a playing indicating that he is considering leaving, recruitment process kicks in.

When all these is being done by the manager, it will firstly take away his time from coaching and the validity of the wanted players is only as long as the manager in job. Once manager change, entire wanted list change. Different players for the different ideas of the managers

I do see the benefits of this method and obviously it works well as proven by Dortmund, AM, Sevilla etc but doesn't it work the other way round as well? ie when a manager leaves, his replacement must either have a similar idea or willing to work with the players at his disposal/provided for by the DoF.

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Problem is some Managers have their own ideas and will want their own kind of players and I believe most of the top Managers are like that sometimes due to ego I think.

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The younger Mgrs like De Boer,�Emery and even Klopp seems receptive to this DoF but I think JM for sure and maybe even Pep, Wenger(?) may not be so keen on this. One established Mgr I think who is adaptable is Ancelotti and that's why I personally feel he is one of the top Mgrs if not the top Mgr in the business.

Liverpool are not the only team raiding Bundesliga.

City want Aubameyang and San�.

Utd and Arsenal want Mkhitaryan

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my only question (to BPL clubs) will be...

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Why take soooo looong to find out now?.. GBL is one of the bestest league to find talent at cheap cheap since many seasons ago.. lol..

I do see the benefits of this method and obviously it works well as proven by Dortmund, AM, Sevilla etc but doesn't it work the other way round as well? ie when a manager leaves, his replacement must either have a similar idea or willing to work with the players at his disposal/provided for by the DoF.

Problem is some Managers have their own ideas and will want their own kind of players and I believe most of the top Managers are like that sometimes due to ego I think.

The younger Mgrs like De Boer, Emery and even Klopp seems receptive to this DoF but I think JM for sure and maybe even Pep, Wenger(?) may not be so keen on this. One established Mgr I think who is adaptable is Ancelotti and that's why I personally feel he is one of the top Mgrs if not the top Mgr in the business.

Yes, to make the transition easy, the incoming manager must have a similar tactical mindset as the outgoing. DoF will shortlist those similar managers. In fact, it is the DoF job to plan for the next head coach as well, in case the current one is poached.

This has to be driven top down, ie owner must put their feet down to push for this change. Those managers no matter how big the name they are, if they can't work with a DoF, will not be considered for the job.

If the club wants continuity, that's the only way to go.

Edited by Osprey23, 09 June 2016 - 04:11 PM.

Yes, to make the transition easy, the incoming manager must have a similar tactical mindset as the outgoing. DoF will shortlist those similar managers. In fact, it is the DoF job to plan for the next head coach as well, in case the current one is poached.

This has to be driven top down, ie owner must put their feet down to push for this change. Those managers no matter how big the name they are, if they can't work with a DoF, will not be considered for the job.

If the club wants continuity, that's the only way to go.

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Agreed on�continuity and also most cost efficient for sure.

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This is a revolutionary change�for EPL so may take awhile for it to catch on and to make matters worse, British are sticklers of tradition. It will take�a brave top EPL club to be the first to implement this cos the pool of replacement Mgrs will be restricted to similar mindset replacements and the one small drawback is that the power shifts from the Manager to the DoF which as I mentioned, the big ego Mgrs of today except possibly Ancelotti and Klopp may not be able to accept this.

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I see this taking off in the mid table teams but it will be tough for the top ones. Southampton actually sort of doing this currently with Pochettino, Koeman and now likely De Boer, all Mgrs with almost the same mindset and willing to work with DoF, my 2 cents....

Agreed on continuity and also most cost efficient for sure.

This is a revolutionary change for EPL so may take awhile for it to catch on and to make matters worse, British are sticklers of tradition. It will take a brave top EPL club to be the first to implement this cos the pool of replacement Mgrs will be restricted to similar mindset replacements and the one small drawback is that the power shifts from the Manager to the DoF which as I mentioned, the big ego Mgrs of today except possibly Ancelotti and Klopp may not be able to accept this.

I see this taking off in the mid table teams but it will be tough for the top ones. Southampton actually sort of doing this currently with Pochettino, Koeman and now likely De Boer, all Mgrs with almost the same mindset and willing to work with DoF, my 2 cents....

Yes bro, so far only Sotons have taken the leap. Beside the traditional mindset, the other main stumbling block is the difficulty of finding that DoF. Person holding that post seldom leaves and has strong tie to the club. Thats why when Monchi said that he wants to leave Sevilla, it causes a stir in the football fraternity.

Nani is on Manu radar now

Buzzsport (France) claim Liverpool want Sofiane Boufal from Lille for around �15.5M.

Not sure how true but apparently Spurs looking at him too. Nothing new.

Breel Embolo seemingly is attracting interest from Man Utd as well.

Real Madrid want Paul Pogba. There should be a couple of players on Real's books that could help the deal.

This will be the biggest transfer of this summer if it happen.

Real Madrid want Paul Pogba. There should be a couple of players on Real's books that could help the deal.

This will be the biggest transfer of this summer if it happen.

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to be honest, I haven't seen him play at all. Is he that good that ALL the clubs in the world want him ??� [;)]

Liverpool looking to extend Can's contract and demand at least �10m from Joe Allen

Just hope they sign him a midfield partner as well.

to be honest, I haven't seen him play at all. Is he that good that ALL the clubs in the world want him ??

Hehe, can watch him play for France in the Euro and judge for yourself.

But a central midfield of Matuidi and Pogba is really mouthwatering.

Barcelona turned down by John Stones with Spanish side believing England defender's mind is set on joining Manchester City

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Barcelona turned down by John Stones with Spanish side believing England defender's mind is set on joining Manchester City

http://www.dailymail...ester-City.html

He is such a homely boy.

He is such a homely boy.

Man C is a better bet with Pep the new coach in town. � [rolleyes]

He is such a homely boy.

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remembering Jack Rodwell....... good to be brought down to earth sometime....

to be honest, I haven't seen him play at all. Is he that good that ALL the clubs in the world want him ??�

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besides his long range shooting can be further improved..

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the rest of his skill sets are really established..

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and still got potential to go higher.. scary box to box mf who can be everywhere and win the tackle as well..

Serie A a bit weak lah, dats why Pogba look very good.

to be honest, I haven't seen him play at all. Is he that good that ALL the clubs in the world want him ??�

look at asn when they got Vieira,

talk is he is better then Vieira.

Liverpool looking to extend Can's contract and demand at least �10m from Joe Allen

Just hope they sign him a midfield partner as well.
Hehe, can watch him play for France in the Euro and judge for yourself.

But a central midfield of Matuidi and Pogba is really mouthwatering.

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headline misleading bro

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LOL i though liverpool wanna fine allen for $10m� [laugh] � [:p]

Barcelona turned down by John Stones with Spanish side believing England defender's mind is set on joining Manchester City

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John Stones is right up the La Masia academy ethos.

Ball playing defender is very rare and is what Barca always look out for.

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Whilst it would be every player's dream to play for Barca, I feel he is not ready yet and should polish his game first with a top EPL club and England National team before he goes one step further with Barca. Anyway, can't remember any English defender playing in Europe since Des Walker went to Italy!!

headline misleading bro

LOL i though liverpool wanna fine allen for $10m

Lol paiseh. Meant to say "for".

When I saw it can't edit liao. Thanks for pointing out.

besides his long range shooting can be further improved..

the rest of his skill sets are really established..

and still got potential to go higher.. scary box to box mf who can be everywhere and win the tackle as well..

Did you see the cross he put in for Giroud during the last friendly (can't remember against who)?

It is simply amazing. Who needs a full back to charge down the wing if you have a central mid who can whip in a deep field cross like that

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ok, i shall catch the game tmr morning and see how good Pogba is� [:)]

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ok, i shall catch the game tmr morning and see how good Pogba is�

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With a haircut like this, surely must be a good player!!

Go to the Euro thread to see the other side haha

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look at asn when they got Vieira,

talk is he is better then Vieira.

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viera is a pure destroyer.. no nonesense.. roy keane..

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pogba can be both.. but his passing range sb tok kong.. and can shoot from 30 yards out and score..

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he doesnt need to be destroyer at all.. just cover at the right time..

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i will cry if im SAF.. lol... IF IF IF he was at manure, probably covered the MF for 10 years no problems..

With a haircut like this, surely must be a good player!!

Go to the Euro thread to see the other side haha

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actually alot players also have the flaming type of haircut.. but mostly buay gan,,

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only good to see niah..

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like abel xavier, cisse, hehe

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pogba is the real deal and hope to see him lead his NT to a final at least..
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ok, i shall catch the game tmr morning and see how good Pogba is�

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He had one season with ManU and left due to misfit into the system. Just like current Memphis Depay... :slow:

Now JM want him back .. :slow:

John Stones is right up the La Masia academy ethos.
Ball playing defender is very rare and is what Barca always look out for.

Whilst it would be every player's dream to play for Barca, I feel he is not ready yet and should polish his game first with a top EPL club and England National team before he goes one step further with Barca. Anyway, can't remember any English defender playing in Europe since Des Walker went to Italy!!

Jonathan woodgate.

Solid player plagued by injuries unfortunatly

Jonathan woodgate.

Solid player plagued by injuries unfortunately

Wow good memory!!

Yes he played for Real Madrid and you are right, injuries�meant he couldn't display his true colours.�Also not a typical British style defender as he was more cultured.��

Wow good memory!!
Yes he played for Real Madrid and you are right, injuries meant he couldn't display his true colours. Also not a typical British style defender as he was more cultured.

Legend for spurs in 2008 where he scored the winner against chelsea in the league cup finals.

Unfortunately that was the last worthy trophy spurs won

Jonathan woodgate.

Solid player plagued by injuries unfortunately

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I remember his disastrous debut for RM

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scored an own goal and then got sent off [dead] � [dead]

According to real estate agency Proto Group Ltd, Zlatan has bought a house in Manchester.

I remember his disastrous debut for RM

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scored an own goal and then got sent off �

he shine when he is at leeds, should not have left

According to real estate agency Proto Group Ltd, Zlatan has bought a house in Manchester.

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got to admit he is good but I doubt he can take EPL pace now considering his age�

got to admit he is good but I doubt he can take EPL pace now considering his age�

he dun have the speed to go pass defender any more,

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but JM style always play tough strong solo striker , who can hold up ball well.

I saw the recent highlights between Portugal and Estonia (7-0) and this former wing wizard�Ricardo Quaresma really not bad (ok, Estonia defence is really cui)

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32 year old already, but still pretty good in his dribbling, pace and crossing

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can�be a good and cheap�option for any EPL teams

he dun have the speed to go pass defender any more,

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but JM style always play tough strong solo striker , who can hold up ball well.

�Then Marcus Rashford, Anthony Martial how?

�Then Marcus Rashford, Anthony Martial how?

unless JM change style, but all his club manage, I seldom see he play 2 striker.

Anthony properly will be play like hazard, rashford no hurry, still learning, can be super sub

the only problem is w.r .

if single striker system, where does he play??? if iba really go man� u .

I saw the recent highlights between Portugal and Estonia (7-0) and this former wing wizard�Ricardo Quaresma really not bad (ok, Estonia defence is really cui)

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32 year old already, but still pretty good in his dribbling, pace and crossing

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can�be a good and cheap�option for any EPL teams

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well, he did play at Chelsea on loan before. Forgettable.�

unless JM change style, but all his club manage, I seldom see he play 2 striker.

Anthony properly will be play like hazard, rashford no hurry, still learning, can be super sub

the only problem is w.r .

if single striker system, where does he play??? if iba really go man� u .

You are right, JM always play with one striker.

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Ibra signing if finalized typical of JM. Short term to get success but that means one year of less opportunities for Rashford and Martial shunted to the wing I suspect. JM never changes as its in his DNA but who am I to argue with one of the most successful Mgrs but all the talk of honoring United's tradition�of bringing in youth and playing adventurous football sounds hollow if u ask me.�

You are right, JM always play with one striker.

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Ibra signing if finalized typical of JM. Short term to get success but that means one year of less opportunities for Rashford and Martial shunted to the wing I suspect. JM never changes as its in his DNA but who am I to argue with one of the most successful Mgrs but all the talk of honoring United's tradition�of bringing in youth and playing adventurous football sounds hollow if u ask me.�

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well, it suits both parties...

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cos Man Utd bosses and fans desperately need some successes now

You are right, JM always play with one striker.

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Ibra signing if finalized typical of JM. Short term to get success but that means one year of less opportunities for Rashford and Martial shunted to the wing I suspect. JM never changes as its in his DNA but who am I to argue with one of the most successful Mgrs but all the talk of honoring United's tradition�of bringing in youth and playing adventurous football sounds hollow if u ask me.�

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well, it suits both parties...

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cos Man Utd bosses and fans desperately need some successes now

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True as well!

But he could put United backwards in their progression if he signs short term fixes like Ibra cos it will stifle the promising players they currently have on their books.

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Ideally for United, he gets them into the top 4 by giving the promising guys enough playing time and reap the rewards later but he is impatient! For all LvG's shortcomings, he did give youth a chance maybe cos of the injuries but that will surely take a back seat now.�

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Lukaku and De Bruyne never given chance at Chelsea under JM and look where they are now?

He dont need pace, his an upgrade version of ruud van Nistelrooy imo.

btw who finds that Makelele, Lassana�Diarra and Kante all like produced�from the same mold

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French, black, similar playing style (DM), around same height�and look alike too

OT:

BREAKING: David De Gea has been removed from the Spain squad following allegations of sexual assault. Adrian San Miguel to replace him

OT:

BREAKING: David De Gea has been removed from the Spain squad following allegations of sexual assault. Adrian San Miguel to replace him

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OT:

BREAKING: David De Gea has been removed from the Spain squad following allegations of sexual assault. Adrian San Miguel to replace him

He might be the first person to be out from JM team now!!
His Daughter need to stay away from the team.
The team have at least 2 wolves :)

The clearest report I can find on the case now.

http://en.as.com/en/...729_467280.html

Edited: another one from the English press.

http://www.dailymail...on-scandal.html

Edited by Osprey23, 10 June 2016 - 11:33 PM.

OT:

BREAKING: David De Gea has been removed from the Spain squad following allegations of sexual assault. Adrian San Miguel to replace him

De Gea remains with the Spanish national team at the Euro Championships As reported by Mail online.

De Gea remains with the Spanish national team at the Euro Championships As reported by Mail online.

Some reports seem to be jumping the gun when news of his involvement broke.

Yup, seems like he is staying on but not sure if his head is still in it.

Anyway, he denied his involvement.

http://mobile.reuter...e/idUSKCN0YW248

Edited by Osprey23, 11 June 2016 - 07:09 AM.

WhatsApp between De Gea and the protected witness made public.

http://en.as.com/en/...067_458613.html

Someone translated the original news and put on Reddit.

https://m.reddit.com...es_case/d43maed

Edited by Osprey23, 11 June 2016 - 07:29 AM.

High chance Vardy perform an u-turn on his transfer and stay at his current club

High chance Vardy perform an u-turn on his transfer and stay at his current club

That would be good for Leicester.

They will be finding it tough to keep hold of Kante. Man Utd, Arsenal and PSG are all waiting to pounce.

Napoli president, De Laurentiis says Zieli?ski rejected a move to Napoli. He wants to move to Anfield, Udinese and Liverpool talks continue.

De Laurentiis on why Zieli?ski prefers Liverpool to Napoli: "Maybe he's never been to Naples, or he just loves The Beatles. If I were Zieli?ski, I�d run here. I�d say, are you not interested in playing Champions League with Sarri as your teacher?"

No UCL but still want to join. This is the type of player Klopp wants.

Spurs to sign wayawaywa... nb. I dunno how to spell his name anyway..

The dm from southamton apparantly like to reunite with poch.

11m deal?? Sounds bull. So low meh.

Good cover for dier. Competition for dembele.

I say sign him.

Spurs to sign wayawaywa... nb. I dunno how to spell his name anyway..

The dm from southamton apparantly like to reunite with poch.

11m deal?? Sounds bull. So low meh.

Good cover for dier. Competition for dembele.

I say sign him.

If Spurs can get him for �11m, will be a steal.

They must act fast though. Leicester eyeing him as Kante replacement. First choice and UCL might be tempting.

Hoffenheim defender Niklas Sule has confirmed he's rejected an approach from Liverpool. Sule has resisted the approach, insisting Hoffeheim is the best place for his development.

Sule: "Here I have my usual environment, the proximity to my family in Frankfurt. To develop myself, I need playing time & a coach who trusts me. I have that. He knows me well & knows where & how to make me better."

Fair play to him.

2/3 of the targeted CBs ruled out. Left one.

True as well!

But he could put United backwards in their progression if he signs short term fixes like Ibra cos it will stifle the promising players they currently have on their books.

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Ideally for United, he gets them into the top 4 by giving the promising guys enough playing time and reap the rewards later but he is impatient! For all LvG's shortcomings, he did give youth a chance maybe cos of the injuries but that will surely take a back seat now.�

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Lukaku and De Bruyne never given chance at Chelsea under JM and look where they are now?

Initially I also have serious doubt regarding signing an oldie like Ibra who's even older than Rooney...

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However, JM could have his reason for this move... yes, Ibra will be a short term fix... from the report, likely be just given a 1 year contract... with his experience/skill, he should be able to pose more goal scoring threat that Rashford... which even though he has shown much promise, Man U shouldn't put too much pressure on him & make him the main lead striker if we don't sign another one.. so this 1 year will give him time to develop. He will still have some chance to play, likely in those cup competitions (League Cup, FA or even the Europa) & perhaps rotate on the wing with Lingard.

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Martial likely to con't on the left wing or can be the striker if Ibra got injured or rested... Rooney likely be moved to midfield or just behind Ibra... so this leave little opp for Mata which is why there's report of him being ship out...

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Depay... don't know where he can fit (at this point, he's behind Martial, Lingard in the pecking order for the winger role)... unless he can impress JM during pre-season... else another one likely out the door.

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Januzaj another one who at risk of being let go... hopefully don't come back to haunt us like Progba� :TT_TT:

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Man City have signed Leroy Sane, who will sign after the Euros, according to SPORT.

Pool wanted him but once City is in, no chance liao

Mane to Liverpool is the talk now. Looks like Southampton is still a favourite shopping ground

Mane to Liverpool is the talk now. Looks like Southampton is still a favourite shopping ground

My guess is he's going to cost at least 20mil-25mil if not more, so I'm not sure if Pool willing to part with this kind of sums??

My guess is he's going to cost at least 20mil-25mil if not more, so I'm not sure if Pool willing to part with this kind of sums??

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Why not considering the money Liverpool paid for Benteke and Balo.

Mane to Liverpool is the talk now. Looks like Southampton is still a favourite shopping ground

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Pool must have bought premium membership card from Soton, and will enjoy multi-signing discount (like SingTel's multi-line discount):

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sign 1: 10% (Lallana)

sign 2: 15% (Lambert)

sign 3: 20% (Lovren)

sign 4: 25% (Clyne)

sign 5: 30% (Mane?)

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But this fella quite good, when he is on form, can pressure, got burst of pace, good shooting...

Pool must have bought premium membership card from Soton, and will enjoy multi-signing discount (like SingTel's multi-line discount):

sign 1: 10% (Lallana)
sign 2: 15% (Lambert)
sign 3: 20% (Lovren)
sign 4: 25% (Clyne)
sign 5: 30% (Mane?)

But this fella quite good, when he is on form, can pressure, got burst of pace, good shooting...

Klopp identified wingers as key signings this summer. Dembele top target missed. Few others explored. Looks like Mane has gotten the nod from Klopp. Not surprising though. Klopp wanted him from RB Salzburg when he was in BVB.

My guess is he's going to cost at least 20mil-25mil if not more, so I'm not sure if Pool willing to part with this kind of sums??

We will. To sweeten the deal, we are even willing to
Include Ibe in it.

Not sure is Sotons are keen. They are looking at Redmond.

Why not considering the money Liverpool paid for Benteke and Balo.

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Think you should be asking the Pool board this question rather than me.

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I've always advocated paying the market price for a player the Mgr wants so if Klopp wants Mane and he wants to join Pool, they shld pay up but of course not carrot head prices. 20 -25mil is a fair price in my books but not more than that. Just my feeling on Pool being scarred by Benteke n Balo signings that they have a "once bitten, twice shy mentality".�I'll be more than happy to be proven wrong on this.

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To be fair, money is tight now due to Anfield redevelopment so time will tell if Pool pays up.

I have already been proven wrong by Wenger on his signing of Xhaka�this window.

Pool must have bought premium membership card from Soton, and will enjoy multi-signing discount (like SingTel's multi-line discount):

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sign 1: 10% (Lallana)

sign 2: 15% (Lambert)

sign 3: 20% (Lovren)

sign 4: 25% (Clyne)

sign 5: 30% (Mane?)

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But this fella quite good, when he is on form, can pressure, got burst of pace, good shooting...

more like the other way ard. 1st player pay 10%, 2nd pay 20% more n so on. thats y pool has been paying big bucks for those players.

Think you should be asking the Pool board this question rather than me.

I've always advocated paying the market price for a player the Mgr wants so if Klopp wants Mane and he wants to join Pool, they shld pay up but of course not carrot head prices. 20 -25mil is a fair price in my books but not more than that. Just my feeling on Pool being scarred by Benteke n Balo signings that they have a "once bitten, twice shy mentality". I'll be more than happy to be proven wrong on this.

To be fair, money is tight now due to Anfield redevelopment so time will tell if Pool pays up.
I have already been proven wrong by Wenger on his signing of Xhaka this window.

FSG has proven themselves to back manager with silly money. So this will not be new to them to be honest.

In gist, I trust Klopp. If he wants Mane, I will be happy that FSG just pay up. Main stand development won't affect. The naming right will cover the cost.

Also, I think RW is a priority signing, hence Klopp willing to pay more for him. Zielinski on the other hand, he insisted not to match Udinese asking price although the difference is only �3m

Edited by Osprey23, 14 June 2016 - 12:12 PM.

Man City have signed Leroy Sane, who will sign after the Euros, according to SPORT.

Pool wanted him but once City is in, no chance liao

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wah, Man Utd pays top money for another wonderkid

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kns what happens to its famous youth academy that once produced the likes of Giggs, Neville, Beckham, Butt?

wah, Man Utd pays top money for another wonderkid

kns what happens to its famous youth academy that once produced the likes of Giggs, Neville, Beckham, Butt?

I know of some good opticians

News of the day, southampton have declared war to merseyside for their stealing habits

wah, Man Utd pays top money for another wonderkid

kns what happens to its famous youth academy that once produced the likes of Giggs, Neville, Beckham, Butt?

Err... its the other manchester leh who never even develop any player

Err... its the other manchester leh who never even develop any player

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Got la..

Mich Richard and Wright-Philips...� :a-fun: � :a-fun: � :a-fun:

Both England International hor!!� :yuush: � :yuush:

btw who finds that Makelele, Lassana�Diarra and Kante all like produced�from the same mold

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French, black, similar playing style (DM), around same height�and look alike too

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They make all the short ones

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do the running around

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and win the ball back?

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wah, Man Utd pays top money for another wonderkid

kns what happens to its famous youth academy that once produced the likes of Giggs, Neville, Beckham, Butt?

Giggs was from man city youth academy.

West Ham confirmed the signing of Algeria winger Sofiane Feghouli. He will sign on 1 Jul on a free transfer

Koeman:"Even Barcelona could not lure me from Southampton

An interview from last summer. Didn't know Everton have greater appeal than Barcelona.

Koeman:"Even Barcelona could not lure me from Southampton

An interview from last summer. Didn't know Everton have greater appeal than Barcelona.

Of course Barcelona could not lure him. It's �� [laugh]

But seriously, it's because merseyside love to steal from Southampton keke.

Koeman:"Even Barcelona could not lure me from Southampton

An interview from last summer. Didn't know Everton have greater appeal than Barcelona.

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Every football manager wants to take a job that gets them

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closer to the greatest club in the world and you cannot

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manage a club closer to Liverpool than Everton.

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Every football manager wants to take a job that gets them

closer to the greatest club in the world and you cannot

manage a club closer to Liverpool than Everton.

Super like!

Man Utd, Chelsea and Arsenal are all eyeing a move for Mkhitaryan.

This transfer might have impact on Gotze, whose preference is to move back to BVB apparently.

If Mkhitaryan leaves, BVB would have the money to sign Gotze back. If Mkhitaryan sit out his contract, Gotze might have to consider a move to elsewhere.

Bayern is so determined to rid him that they even threaten not to register him for their UCL squad.

Man Utd, Chelsea and Arsenal are all eyeing a move for Mkhitaryan.

This transfer might have impact on Gotze, whose preference is to move back to BVB apparently.

If Mkhitaryan leaves, BVB would have the money to sign Gotze back. If Mkhitaryan sit out his contract, Gotze might have to consider a move to elsewhere.

Bayern is so determined to rid him that they even threaten not to register him for their UCL squad.

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looks like it is more than footballing reason for them to treat gotze this way..... would also logically assume that he is on very high wages due to free transfer

EPL 2016-17 fixtures released today!

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http://www.bbc.com/s...otball/36529567

looks like it is more than footballing reason for them to treat gotze this way..... would also logically assume that he is on very high wages due to free transfer

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You could be right cos I don't understand the logic of BM so keen on getting rid of Goetze. First choice for his country and cant even get into the BM squad is illogical to me.

Bayern is so determined to rid him that they even threaten not to register him for their UCL squad.

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Every football manager wants to take a job that gets them

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closer to the greatest club in the world and you cannot

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manage a club closer to Liverpool than Everton.

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best reply ever!� [thumbsup] � �

EPL 2016-17 fixtures released today!

http://www.bbc.com/s...otball/36529567

You could be right cos I don't understand the logic of BM so keen on getting rid of Goetze. First choice for his country and cant even get into the BM squad is illogical to me.

Different manager sees players differently I guess. Low might find him fitting his German team but Pep and Ancelotti might not see him as good a fit to their teams at Bayern.

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You could be right cos I don't understand the logic of BM so keen on getting rid of Goetze. First choice for his country and cant even get into the BM squad is illogical to me.

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hmmm, something wrong with his attitude?

Different manager sees players differently I guess. Low might find him fitting his German team but Pep and Ancelotti might not see him as good a fit to their teams at Bayern.

I can accept different Mgrs disagreeing on which players fit their plans but to discard him totally I find it strange and makes me believe it could be more than meets the eye. Personally I think�it's a club decision rather than the individual Mgr's.

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Bro Othello feels maybe it's�his attitude which we won't know but so far reports and publicly he doesn't seem to have an attitude issue but guess we will nvr know!�

hmmm, something wrong with his attitude?

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Nevertheless, his GF is hot though, dis gotze.� [:p]

EPL 2016-17 fixtures released today!

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http://www.bbc.com/s...otball/36529567

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You could be right cos I don't understand the logic of BM so keen on getting rid of Goetze. First choice for his country and cant even get into the BM squad is illogical to me.

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maybe he really is gay� [laugh]

maybe he really is gay

Cannot be lah. At most is bi

Henrikh Mkhitaryan�s agent Mino Raiola has revealed the Borussia Dortmund man is keen on a move to Manchester United.

Got la..
Mich Richard and Wright-Philips...
Both England International hor!!

Wah lan... haha. They england rejects in the end

Henrikh Mkhitaryan�s agent Mino Raiola has revealed the Borussia Dortmund man is keen on a move to Manchester United.

Hmm... better not.. come spurs better....

Hodgson: "Whichever team is going to win is going to have to do it on field and they'll have to do it by scoring more goals than opposition"

What. A. Clown.

Can't help it

Henrikh Mkhitaryan�s agent Mino Raiola has revealed the Borussia Dortmund man is keen on a move to Manchester United.

Borussia Dortmund reject Man United's �19m bid for Henrikh Mkhitaryan as per Mirror.

Henrikh Mkhitaryan�s agent Mino Raiola has revealed the Borussia Dortmund man is keen on a move to Manchester United.

Borussia Dortmund reject Man United's �19m bid for Henrikh Mkhitaryan as per Mirror.

Hodgson should add on and tell those reporters. In order to play this football game you will need to fill 11 players per team. And by the way you need two teams.

This is interesting

http://www.independe...m-a7083836.html

Offer apparently is real but FSG reluctant to sell.

Borussia Dortmund reject Man United's £19m bid for Henrikh Mkhitaryan as per Mirror.

Borussia Dortmund reject Man United's £19m bid for Henrikh Mkhitaryan as per Mirror.

�19m is too low. They want �30m if I am not wrong

Borussia Dortmund reject Man United's �19m bid for Henrikh Mkhitaryan as per Mirror.

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they going to force him run down on his contract and let him�leave on a free transfer?

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tot Dortmund has learnt their lesson from the Lewandoski saga

they going to force him run down on his contract and let him leave on a free transfer?

tot Dortmund has learnt their lesson from the Lewandoski saga

This time round they can hold a bit. Still early and Man Utd not the only team interested.

Edited by Osprey23, 16 June 2016 - 08:48 AM.

Bye bye Skrtel.

http://www.express.c...pp-Anfield-News

Mino Raiola is confident Balotelli will sign for Besiktas, after offering the striker to the Turkish club. [Calciomercato]

Mino Raiola is confident Balotelli will sign for Besiktas, after offering the striker to the Turkish club. [Calciomercato]

Beskitas Sporting director Erdal Torunogullari says Besiktas would rather keep Mario Gomez than sign Mario Balotelli.

Erdal �We know Raiola well. He�s even said Balotelli will go to Besiktas, but it�s not like that. We�re not interested, our priority is to hold on to Mario Gomez. This month will be decisive, everything depends on him (Gomez). Only then will we decide what to do."

Edited by Osprey23, 17 June 2016 - 10:56 AM.

SportBild reported that both Chelsea and Liverpool are interested in Jonathan Tah.

SportBild reported that both Chelsea and Liverpool are interested in Jonathan Tah.

Is he another Emre Can type?

Is he another Emre Can type?

No bro. Tah is a CB. Only 20.

I like him a lot. Similar to Can, I think he is one huge prospect.

No bro. Tah is a CB. Only 20.

I like him a lot. Similar to Can, I think he is one huge prospect.

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Hopefully he won't be lured by the glittering life in London ...

No bro. Tah is a CB. Only 20.

I like him a lot. Similar to Can, I think he is one huge prospect.

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Pool need to sign someone called Han ... :yuush:

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So the midfield comprised of "Can Tah Han" , sure solid ... :XD:

Pool need to sign someone called Han ...

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So the midfield comprised of "Can Tah Han" , sure solid ...

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who is the AE KIA ?�

who is the AE KIA ?�

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if i'm not wrong, he is worth 50m now..

Pool need to sign someone called Han ...

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So the midfield comprised of "Can Tah Han" , sure solid ...

tats a damn gd one bro!

Pool need to sign someone called Han ...

So the midfield comprised of "Can Tah Han" , sure solid ...

Let's not jump the gun. Let's look for Han after we sign Tah.

Only plus point we have is Klopp. He apparently has a release clause, so at least won't be out bid by Chelsea.

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Milner not even a striker leh. The snake also not coming back.

Hearing City considering lodging a report for robbery against Pool over that snake.

Milner not even a striker leh. The snake also not coming back.

Hearing City considering lodging a report for robbery against Pool over that snake.

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That pic was from last year before that snake swim over to the blue river...

Edited by L23, 17 June 2016 - 02:16 PM.

No bro. Tah is a CB. Only 20.

I like him a lot. Similar to Can, I think he is one huge prospect.

Seem bro you don't like tah calling him a ....hahahhah

Seem bro you don't like tah calling him a ....hahahhah

LOL, in footballing term.

If I mean that, I will use c**t. :P

if i'm not wrong, he is worth 50m now..

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WAS� [grin]

Real Madrid midfielder�Mateo Kovacic, linked with Liverpool, could be on his way to Roma instead

Real Madrid midfielder Mateo Kovacic, linked with Liverpool, could be on his way to Roma instead

We linked with him before he went Real Madrid. No longer interested liao.

Lille forward Sofiane Boufal is set to make a decision on his future in coming days. Liverpool and Barcelona among those interested for �15m

I think Spurs in the mix too. This guy much more worth it than Mane imo

Lille forward Sofiane Boufal is set to make a decision on his future in coming days. Liverpool and Barcelona among those interested for �15m

I think Spurs in the mix too. This guy much more worth it than Mane imo

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If barcelona comes in, no offense but i doubt other club stand a chance�

We linked with him before he went Real Madrid. No longer interested liao.

Looks like reports in Italy are suggesting otherwise. We shall see then.

http://www.thesportr...id-star-report/

Edited by Osprey23, 17 June 2016 - 11:14 PM.

If barcelona comes in, no offense but i doubt other club stand a chance

Barcelona can't offer him first team chance. Who between MSN is he going to dislodge?

So is really up to him

Looks like reports in Italy are suggesting otherwise. We shall see then.

http://www.thesportr...id-star-report/

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Hope this will come true.�

Barcelona can't offer him first team chance. Who between MSN is he going to dislodge?

So is really up to him

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Thats true also.�

this will then have to depend on the player decision�

Looks like reports in Italy are suggesting otherwise. We shall see then.

http://www.thesportr...id-star-report/

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last season, he was supposed to be "confirmed chopped and stamped"� [laugh] Now he cost twice the price !!�

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Really all these young players should have their brains checked when RM come calling ....... so many have caused their own career to stutter

maybe he really is gay

See girl still got Mari Kita.

Don't think he's gay.

Interesting updates and some info on offers made to FSG to buy over Liverpool.

Article reported that only an offer of �1.5b would tempt FSG to listen.

http://www.forbes.co...ted-in-selling/

last season, he was supposed to be "confirmed chopped and stamped" Now he cost twice the price !!

Really all these young players should have their brains checked when RM come calling ....... so many have caused their own career to stutter

I remember clearly that time also Italian papers saying done deal to Pool but local journos reported nothing. Ended up, he went RM.

Let's see whether the Italian press get it right this time

Why Spurs can get good deals from Sotons but we can't huh?

http://www.express.c...outhampton-deal

Why Spurs can get good deals from Sotons but we can't huh?

http://www.express.c...outhampton-deal

That's really cheap! I had lobbied for Arsenal to get him but instead Spurs got him n surprisingly Arsenal went for a 3 times more expensive player in Xhaka!!

That's really cheap! I had lobbied for Arsenal to get him but instead Spurs got him n surprisingly Arsenal went for a 3 times more expensive player in Xhaka!!

to be fair, Xhaka is a better player, and better suited for Arsenal's possession based play as well.

Why Spurs can get good deals from Sotons but we can't huh?

http://www.express.c...outhampton-deal

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Southampton considers merseyside clubs as thieves� [grin]

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Now just waiting for Tranmere to steal something from them� [laugh]

Chelsea have reportedly held talks with Alvaro Morata�s agent & have told him they'll double his wages. (Source - Gazzetta Dello Sport)

Troy Deeney has agreed personal terms with Leicester. Fee still being discussed. Would be around �25M. (Sky Sports)

Very strange move. Vardy leaving?

25m?!?! Thats quite a lot!

25m?!?! Thats quite a lot!

Best thing is, Watford rejected it.

Liverpool have held talks over signing Real Madrid midfielder Mateo Kovacic. Real want �25m for Kovacic. (Sky Italia)

Liverpool not after Kovacic

Here we go again. Italian and English press reporting different thing

Raiola has confirmed to Marca that they are in the early stage of negotiations with Real Madrid for Pogba. [Sky]

Looks like it is happening. The biggest deal for this summer is happening

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See girl still got Mari Kita.

Don't think he's gay.

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you do realise he is not looking at the girl right?� [sly]

25m?!?! Thats quite a lot!

Pay lah.

become another arse ah?

Keep so much cash for fark

Edited by Little_prince, 20 June 2016 - 10:15 AM.

Pay lah.

become another arse ah?

Keep so much cash for fark

Leicester want to pay. Watford do not want to accept.

Leicester want to pay. Watford do not want to accept.

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they can always up the value more ~ :p�

Troy Deeney has agreed personal terms with Leicester. Fee still being discussed. Would be around �25M. (Sky Sports)

Very strange move. Vardy leaving?

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ah seng say vardy don't wanna go arse leh.

This article explains why Xhaka is a good buy at 32mil:

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http://www.dailymail...nst-France.html

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But Neil Lennon, ex Celtic boss has a vastly different opinion on Xhaka n compares him with Charlie Adam!! Goes to show, we all have our opinions and it can differ by quite abit!!

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http://www.football3...to-charlie-adam

Breel Embolo asked what song he'd like played at his funeral:

My favorite song perhaps, "You'll never walk alone"

http://www.schweizer...alt-auto-euro16

Dunno what kind of interview is this. Who on earth would ask a 18 year old such question? But his answer is class. Good choice

Breel Embolo asked what song he'd like played at his funeral:

My favorite song perhaps, "You'll never walk alone"

http://www.schweizer...alt-auto-euro16

Dunno what kind of interview is this. Who on earth would ask a 18 year old such question? But his answer is class. Good choice

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He was right you know.... [sly]

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In the possession, there a groups of relatives, friends and working colleagues walking together to the burial....

Edited by Picnic06-Biante15, 20 June 2016 - 08:40 PM.

Ryan Giggs is on the brink of becoming the new Nottingham Forest manager. (Source: Mirror)

Breel Embolo asked what song he'd like played at his funeral:

My favorite song perhaps, "You'll never walk alone"

http://www.schweizer...alt-auto-euro16

Dunno what kind of interview is this. Who on earth would ask a 18 year old such question? But his answer is class. Good choice

"You'll never walk alone" is definitely an iconic song which makes goose pimples and your hairs stand on ends especially when sung in an enclosed stadium. A quick check tells you an amazing story.

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The Gerry and the Pacemakers song version was first adopted by Liverpool FC fans as their theme football song.

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The song was later adopted by Scottish team�Celtic�and is now sung by their fans prior to every home�European tie.

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The song has also been adopted by Dutch teams�Feyenoord,�FC Twente�and�SC Cambuur,�Germany's�Borussia Dortmund,�FSV Mainz 05,�1. FC Kaiserslautern,�SV Darmstadt 98,�Eintracht Braunschweig,�Borussia M�nchengladbach,�VfL Osnabr�ck,�Alemannia Aachen,�FC St Pauli,�TSV 1860 Munich,�Belgium's�Club Brugge, Japan's�F.C. Tokyo,�Spain'sCD Lugo.�and the Marist St. Pats MSP 80/80 Blues. In�Ice Hockey, the song has been adopted by German�Deutsche Eishockey Liga�side�Krefeld Pinguine�and Croatian Medve�?ak Zagreb.

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[Source:�https://en.wikipedia...ever_Walk_Alone]

"You'll never walk alone" is definitely an iconic song which makes goose pimples and your hairs stand on ends especially when sung in an enclosed stadium. A quick check tells you an amazing story.

The Gerry and the Pacemakers song version was first adopted by Liverpool FC fans as their theme football song.

The song was later adopted by Scottish team Celtic and is now sung by their fans prior to every home European tie.

The song has also been adopted by Dutch teams Feyenoord, FC Twente and SC Cambuur, Germany's Borussia Dortmund, FSV Mainz 05, 1. FC Kaiserslautern, SV Darmstadt 98, Eintracht Braunschweig, Borussia M�nchengladbach, VfL Osnabr�ck, Alemannia Aachen, FC St Pauli, TSV 1860 Munich, Belgium's Club Brugge, Japan's F.C. Tokyo, Spain'sCD Lugo.and the Marist St. Pats MSP 80/80 Blues. In Ice Hockey, the song has been adopted by German Deutsche Eishockey Liga side Krefeld Pinguine and Croatian Medve�?ak Zagreb.

[Source: https://en.wikipedia...ever_Walk_Alone]

What you are trying to say is Liverpool football club is the greatest club in the world

What you are trying to say is Liverpool football club is the greatest club in the world

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You summarized the best !

What you are trying to say is Liverpool football club is the greatest club in the ~~world~~ universe�

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There, change a bit.... -_-

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Is there another Liverpool club somewhere ? ... :XD:

What you are trying to say is Liverpool football club is the greatest club in the world

Aso desu neh !!!

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We are first to adopt and others are quick to copy. We are FIRST, remember.

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Whenever YNWA is played on Youtube, fans all over the world will post statements like "I am a Liverpool fan. I am from Kenya, S. Africa, Vietnam, Papua New Guinea, Canada or even Timbaktu."

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Double confirm. We are the greatest club in the world, nothing less.

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Always the saying goes, "Form is temporary but class is permanent." � [thumbsup]

Aso desu neh !!!

We are first to adopt and others are quick to copy. We are FIRST, remember.

Whenever YNWA is played on Youtube, fans all over the world will post statements like "I am a Liverpool fan. I am from Kenya, S. Africa, Vietnam, Papua New Guinea, Canada or even Timbaktu."

Double confirm. We are the greatest club in the world, nothing less.

Always the saying goes, "Form is temporary but class is permanent."

Tats why solid foundations and rich history is made and earned not bought...

Chelsea n man city will never be in that level yet.... it takes years and years to to that

There, change a bit....

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Is there another Liverpool club somewhere ? ...

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In Uruguay� [laugh]

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Tats why solid foundations and rich history is made and earned not bought...

Chelsea n man city will never be in that level yet.... it takes years and years to to that

well u always need to start some where.

Spurs confirming first signing of the season. That wayawama. From saints. Good signing. Add depth the compete dier. Dembele

Nottingham Forest's owners say they want former Olympiakos boss Michel as their next manager, and not Ryan Giggs. (Source: Nottingham Post)

Spurs confirming first signing of the season. That wayawama. From saints. Good signing. Add depth the compete dier. Dembele

Very good deal. Considering Pool always get chop carrot head by them

New Liverpool captain next season.

Hendo likely sold if true.

U guys know rite... that "YNWA" song was first sung by Manchester United Fans before pools even started singing it....

Spurs confirming first signing of the season. That wayawama. From saints. Good signing. Add depth the compete dier. Dembele

Good signing for Spurs. If he didn't play well you can nickname him wayang [laugh]

U guys know rite... that "YNWA" song was first sung by Manchester United Fans before pools even started singing it....

Yeah, many Man U fans like to sing YNWA because in their hearts, they know what it means. Remember Liverpool is first to do so. It's a fact, no dispute.

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Even Van Persie of Arsenal like to sing this song so much that he regrets playing for whatever football club he represented.

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New Liverpool captain next season.

Hendo likely sold if true.

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Which club wants to buy him, bro?
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Which club wants to buy him, bro?

Definately not spurs..... hehe.

Which club wants to buy him, bro?

No idea bro. Just heard rumour that there will be a change of captain. Hence I guess he would have to be sold for that to happen.

Any precedence whereby a club captain stayed on after being stripped off captaincy?

No idea bro. Just heard rumour that there will be a change of captain. Hence I guess he would have to be sold for that to happen.

Any precedence whereby a club captain stayed on after being stripped off captaincy?

Sami hyypia

though not exactly being striped of captaincy.

Sami hyypia though not exactly being striped of captaincy.

Ya hor.

That time CB passed to midfielder. Now is midfielder passing to CB, if the rumour is correct

Edited by Osprey23, 21 June 2016 - 11:15 PM.

Ya hor.

That time CB passed to midfielder. Now is midfielder passing to CB, if the rumour is correct

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CB? Let me guess who is the new captain .. is it Sakho! :ph34r:
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Pogba to Real Madrid might not be the biggest transfer after all.

Another mega one is brewing. Neymar to PSG.

CB? Let me guess who is the new captain .. is it Sakho!

Sadly, not him

Manchester City have activated Nolito's release clause and hope to complete signing from Celta Vigo after Euros.

Separately, Brazilian club Palmeiras have received bids from Man Utd, Man City and Barcelona for 19 yr old forward Gabriel Jesus. Brazilian media report the bids are Man Utd �19.5 mill, Man City �21.5 mill and Barcelona �19 mill plus �5 mill in bonuses

Edited by Osprey23, 22 June 2016 - 07:11 AM.

Sadly, not him

Huh.... Centre Back not many and cannot be new comer Matip which is difficult to convince. Sketel on way out. Who else, Loveren? Not likely. I will be surprise if this is true.

Sadly, not him

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it's down to matip or lovren rite?�

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i wont be surprised it is matip... Klopp is looking for a leader on the pitch...�

I also hope the source is wrong.

Between Sakho and Lovren, Sakho will be my choice all day.

But if really Lovren gets it, I just have to accept and support him.

Raiola has confirmed to Marca that they are in the early stage of negotiations with Real Madrid for Pogba. [Sky]

Looks like it is happening. The biggest deal for this summer is happening

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read that they are looking to buy Kante from Leicester too

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will be a very good buy

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Zidane has always appreciated the sai gang warriors, like his teammate Makelele previously, so he could roam freely upfront

read that they are looking to buy Kante from Leicester too

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will be a very good buy

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Zidane has always appreciated the sai gang warriors, like his teammate Makelele previously, so he could roam freely upfront

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And also his french national team mate who is now the national team coach. Cuntona called him water carrier� [laugh]

Klopp remains keen to sign Southampton's Sadio Mane, 24, for a �30m fee. (Paul Joyce)

This is what I mean. Spurs get Wanyama for cheap and we are paying "carrot head" price for Mane.

Overpaid for Lovren, Lallana and now Mane. Only Clyne is at reasonable price.

Klopp remains keen to sign Southampton's Sadio Mane, 24, for a �30m fee. (Paul Joyce)

This is what I mean. Spurs get Wanyama for cheap and we are paying "carrot head" price for Mane.

Overpaid for Lovren, Lallana and now Mane. Only Clyne is at reasonable price.

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Sane is good on his day but his form can be inconsistent and erractic. 30m is really steep...�

Klopp remains keen to sign Southampton's Sadio Mane, 24, for a �30m fee. (Paul Joyce)

This is what I mean. Spurs get Wanyama for cheap and we are paying "carrot head" price for Mane.

Overpaid for Lovren, Lallana and now Mane. Only Clyne is at reasonable price.

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Could be a number of reasons. Maybe both Wanyama and Clyne have been good boys, didnt caused Southampton any trouble, thats why Southampton asked for reasonable transfer fees. Even Lambert's fee also reasonable coz Lambert is not only a good boy but contributed a lot to Southampton's success.�

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Lallana and Mane are more like Southampton doesnt want to sell them. So it will only take a huge fee to entice Southampton to sell.�

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Lorven offended Southampton. So Southampton play hard ball with Liverpool� [:p]

P.S

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I am glad Everton offended Southampton� [:p]

Ryan Giggs is on the brink of becoming the new Nottingham Forest manager. (Source: Mirror)

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That's a great club. 2 time European Cup winners.

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More European Cups�than Man city, Arsenal, Spurs all put together.

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"You'll never walk alone" is definitely an iconic song which makes goose pimples and your hairs stand on ends especially when sung in an enclosed stadium. A quick check tells you an amazing story.

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The Gerry and the Pacemakers song version was first adopted by Liverpool FC fans as their theme football song.

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The song was later adopted by Scottish team�Celtic�and is now sung by their fans prior to every home�European tie.

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The song has also been adopted by Dutch teams�Feyenoord,�FC Twente�and�SC Cambuur,�Germany's�Borussia Dortmund,�FSV Mainz 05,�1. FC Kaiserslautern,�SV Darmstadt 98,�Eintracht Braunschweig,�Borussia M�nchengladbach,�VfL Osnabr�ck,�Alemannia Aachen,�FC St Pauli,�TSV 1860 Munich,�Belgium's�Club Brugge, Japan's�F.C. Tokyo,�Spain'sCD Lugo.�and the Marist St. Pats MSP 80/80 Blues. In�Ice Hockey, the song has been adopted by German�Deutsche Eishockey Liga�side�Krefeld Pinguine�and Croatian Medve�?ak Zagreb.

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[Source:�https://en.wikipedia...ever_Walk_Alone]

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So many clubs copy Liverpool.

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Klopp remains keen to sign Southampton's Sadio Mane, 24, for a �30m fee. (Paul Joyce)

This is what I mean. Spurs get Wanyama for cheap and we are paying "carrot head" price for Mane.

Overpaid for Lovren, Lallana and now Mane. Only Clyne is at reasonable price.

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Spurs manager must have very good connections with Soton.

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All his old back room staff. Maybe ex employee discount card

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Tats why solid foundations and rich history is made and earned not bought...

Chelsea n man city will never be in that level yet.... it takes years and years to to that

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When Chelsea came to Malaysia - lots of empty seats.

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When Liverpool came - full house.

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And when Man C play in their home ground, they use the banner cover the empty seat

So many clubs copy Liverpool.

YNWA is not just a nice song, it is an iconic song, it is a song that many supporters can identify with, not just in success but in struggles too, sticking together rain or shine. So of course lots of clubs want to copy Liverpool or want to claim credit over the song. Cannot possibly copy "glory glory gay united' right? [laugh]

Breel Embolo asked what song he'd like played at his funeral:

My favorite song perhaps, "You'll never walk alone"

http://www.schweizer...alt-auto-euro16

Dunno what kind of interview is this. Who on earth would ask a 18 year old such question? But his answer is class. Good choice

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Its obvious, he wants to play for the best club in the world.

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Liverpool should just sign him.

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YNWA is not just a nice song, it is an iconic song, it is a song that many supporters can identify with, not just in success but in struggles too, sticking together rain or shine. So of course lots of clubs want to copy Liverpool or want to claim credit over the song. Cannot possibly copy "glory glory gay united' right?

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No wonder its not suitable for Utd.

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When Chelsea came to Malaysia - lots of empty seats.

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When Liverpool came - full house.

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wow, i thought that was anfield

something doesnt quite add up... no club interested in the captain of liverpool? he is supposed to be reaching the prime of his career soon leh

Bild: Embolo to Schalke a done deal for �20m.

Schalke moved fast to secure replacement for San� it seems.

Another potential "chop carrot" fee to be paid

http://www.liverpool...cester-11507300

Hopes are fading at Anfield Monchengladbach�s Mahmoud Dahoud will be available this summer, despite the club�s efforts. (Chris Bascombe)

Said before, once Xakha is sold, very difficult for Pool to get Dahoud

Once agn pool looks to b missing out on their main targets, n will end up paying stupid money for 2nd n 3rd choices.

Liverpool have expressed an interest in Atl�tico Mineiros Brazilian left-back Douglas Santos, says Globo Esporte. No official proposal, yet. Douglas Santos was reserve to Filipe Lu�s during Copa Am�rica. He's an established member of Atl�tico's XI and first-choice for Brazil U23

Globo is very reliable when Brazilian players are involved. They broke the interest on Pool's Internet in Firmino before anyone knows about it

Once agn pool looks to b missing out on their main targets, n will end up paying stupid money for 2nd n 3rd choices.

Mane definitely the case. As long as Klopp thinks that he is worth �30m, so be it then.

YNWA is not just a nice song, it is an iconic song, it is a song that many supporters can identify with, not just in success but in struggles too, sticking together rain or shine. So of course lots of clubs want to copy Liverpool or want to claim credit over the song. Cannot possibly copy "glory glory gay united' right?

ManU fellas cannot be gay, why even LVG says that then team is horny and everytime I hear this song at OT, I mari-kita, don't believe you can go ask Ryan Giggs :)

ManU fellas cannot be gay, why even LVG says that then team is horny and everytime I hear this song at OT, I mari-kita, don't believe you can go ask Ryan Giggs :)

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No wonder the special one doesnt want Giggs around, too dangerous :XD:

Anyway I put gay in it to match Jamesc les talk� [laugh]

Shared before that Courtois and Lollichon aren't getting along.

Seems like one of longest serving staff at Chelsea is heading out

http://www.telegraph...rs-exit-as-clu/

So far nothing from anfield....haiz
:we-all-gonna-die:

Edited by Hamburger, 22 June 2016 - 11:49 PM.

So far nothing from anfield....haiz

U have the best and most copied anthem there.

So far nothing from anfield....haiz

Hehe, 3 signings prior to Euros, consider good liao.

Actually there are couple of links which I didn't share as they are probably rubbish.

Roma reject Kuzan's bid for Antonio Sanabria.

Spurs are reportedly chasing him as well.

Edited by Osprey23, 23 June 2016 - 07:49 AM.

Just for Bro HB.

Something coming out from Anfield.

Joe Allen leaving for Swansea after Euro, according to Telegraph.

Nothing much going into Anfield apparently.

Burnley agreed to switch fixture. Pool having 3 away games at the start of season

According to Daily Mirror, Man Utd have upped their offer for Mkhitaryan to �28m after seeing their initial �19m bid rejected.

Its obvious, he wants to play for the best club in the world.

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You are indeed a funny guy...� :XD:

So far nothing from anfield....haiz

u have a nice museum though... [:p]

YNWA is not just a nice song, it is an iconic song, it is a song that many supporters can identify with, not just in success but in struggles too, sticking together rain or shine. So of course lots of clubs want to copy Liverpool or want to claim credit over the song. Cannot possibly copy "glory glory gay united' right?

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Yup, am sure brenda would always love this song as well.... [laugh]

According to Daily Mirror, Man Utd have upped their offer for Mkhitaryan to �28m after seeing their initial �19m bid rejected.

this club really got a lot of money to throw. one time up straight away 9m increase. very good!

Just for Bro HB.

Something coming out from Anfield.

Joe Allen leaving for Swansea after Euro, according to Telegraph.

Nothing much going into Anfield apparently.

Burnley agreed to switch fixture. Pool having 3 away games at the start of season

aft his good showings towards the end of the season n also in the euros, i might b gd if pool keep him. in this form, i rate him higher than hendo. will b a useful squad player.

this club really got a lot of money to throw. one time up straight away 9m increase. very good!

aft his good showings towards the end of the season n also in the euros, i might b gd if pool keep him. in this form, i rate him higher than hendo. will b a useful squad player.

I agree, but that again Hendo was injured for quite a while

aft his good showings towards the end of the season n also in the euros, i might b gd if pool keep him. in this form, i rate him higher than hendo. will b a useful squad player.

I believe all Pool fans feel the same but Allen doesn't want to be a squad player. At Swansea, he probably will be a regular starter. Also hearing his missus wants to return to be closer to her family as well.

Too bad then. He is turning out to b a much better player under klopp.

I believe all Pool fans feel the same but Allen doesn't want to be a squad player. At Swansea, he probably will be a regular starter. Also hearing his missus wants to return to be closer to her family as well.

I like Joe Allen. Cool character who works hard.

Hope the rumours are fake and he stays in Liverpool.

Which club wants to buy him, bro?

Don't really like Henderson. Not a great leader and not inspirational.

Milner/Emre Can/Joe Allen...much better...

wow, very good deal if true

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Ah Seng will surely sell

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Jose Mourinho has targeted Aaron Ramsey as a contingency plan should Manchester United not be able to persuade Borussia Dortmund to part with Henrikh Mkhitaryan.

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The Sun reports that the former Chelsea boss is interested in the Wales international and would need to pay �50 million to persuade the Gunners to sell.

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Ramsey, 25, almost joined the Red Devils after leaving Cardiff, but he opted to join the Londoners instead. Now Mourinho has earmarked the Welshman as his new Frank Lampard as he begins life at Old Trafford.

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aft his good showings towards the end of the season n also in the euros, i might b gd if pool keep him. in this form, i rate him higher than hendo. will b a useful squad player.

Some players need a run of games to show their worth. Starting n stopping upsets rhythm n sometimes confidence as well. Joe Allen is one of these kind of players n that's why some of them prefer to leave even for a lower placed team so as to play more regularly n prove themselves. Think Benteke is another one but the stakes are high in EPL so can't afford this kind of luxury I'm afraid.

Reports from Italy claim Piotr Zielinski will have a medical with Liverpool after Euro2016� is over.

Liverpool reportedly closing in on a �25m deal for Southampton winger, Sadio Mane

Sotong again....how exciting :that-dood-is-up-to-something:

Reports from Italy claim Piotr Zielinski will have a medical with Liverpool after Euro2016� is over.

Liverpool reportedly closing in on a �25m deal for Southampton winger, Sadio Mane

A pole and a sotong = potong. ��

vardy rejected arsenal n staying at leicester.

Duplicated. Bro Shorty faster :)

Edited by Osprey23, 23 June 2016 - 06:25 PM.

vardy rejected arsenal n staying at leicester.

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happy we are not paying 20m pound for a 29yr old, sad that we cannot even attract someone like vardy

happy we are not paying 20m pound for a 29yr old, sad that we cannot even attract someone like vardy

Hehe. True. Happy n sad at the same time.

vardy rejected arsenal n staying at leicester.

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Also good... else Leicester will chui next season ...

Croutones president Raffaele Vienna on Balotelli: "How did it come about? We have revived many players who went back to the highest levels. Just look at the the Euros where there are six players who use to play for Crotone. We could be a sort of clinic for help."

Yes please. Help Balo

happy we are not paying 20m pound for a 29yr old, sad that we cannot even attract someone like vardy

I think we can all be happy to see loyalty in football. Don't think is Arsenal not attractive enough but rather, he prefers to stay loyal.

Pool failed in their bid for Dahoud. MG determined not to sell at any price after losing Xakha and Notdtveit.

Told to come back again next summer.

I think we can all be happy to see loyalty in football. Don't think is Arsenal not attractive enough but rather, he prefers to stay loyal.

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Better chance of winning the league

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with Leicester than Arsenal

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so why leave? It will just be a step down.

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vardy rejected arsenal n staying at leicester.

Respect for Vardy just went up a notch [thumbsup]

Laurent Blanc has been sacked as PSG manager and will receive a �22 million in severance according to L'Equipe

Wow. Super big golden handshake.

Emery to take over apparently

No loss for blanc. I will b glad to b sacked if my severance package is that big.

Respect for Vardy just went up a notch

I don see it as much of a loyalty. More likely cos leicester upped his salary to match ars offer. If lei hadnt done that, i tink he would hv gone. Its like, my company offering me a big salary, n im already comfortable in the current plc, y move?

No loss for blanc. I will b glad to b sacked if my severance package is that big.

For these guys, it's not a matter of pay but more of professional pride cos being sacked is a black mark in your resume but admittedly almost all football managers have been sacked at least once even JM n of course the big severance pay helps to cushion this blow.

I don see it as much of a loyalty. More likely cos leicester upped his salary to match ars offer. If lei hadnt done that, i tink he would hv gone. Its like, my company offering me a big salary, n im already comfortable in the current plc, y move?

This is the main point here, not loyalty, not stepdown, not whateva, it all boils down to money. there will be no smoke without fire.

I don see it as much of a loyalty. More likely cos leicester upped his salary to match ars offer. If lei hadnt done that, i tink he would hv gone. Its like, my company offering me a big salary, n im already comfortable in the current plc, y move?

To a certain extent I do agree with u that the upping of pay has more say than his loyalty but then again not really wrong to say he has stayed loyal to Leicester.

Besides loyalty n money, other factors which helped Vardy decide on staying could be more playing time, team style suited to his strengths, familiarity, being a big fish at Leicester compared to being amongst similar or bigger fishes at Arsenal etc. Like anyone deciding on a new job, I'm sure he weighed the pros n cons before deciding n I won't fault him either way he chooses.

Should he continue to prosper at Leicester, he would look back later to say he made the right choice but on the flip side, if Arsenal go on to bigger things as expected next season, he could rue not being part of the Gunners set up but aren't we all wiser on hindsight?

This is the main point here, not loyalty, not stepdown, not whateva, it all boils down to money. there will be no smoke without fire.

Nothing wrong to move for money as afterall he is a professional n more so for Vardy who has only reap his rewards at such a late stage of his career. What pisses off most fans is the way some players go about it like forcing a move, publicly denouncing his club etc. Vardy has done none of this so hypothetically, I'm sure if he had chosen to move to Arsenal, the Leicester fans whilst admittedly disappointed, would not have begrudge him his move to a bigger club after all.

I don see it as much of a loyalty. More likely cos leicester upped his salary to match ars offer. If lei hadnt done that, i tink he would hv gone. Its like, my company offering me a big salary, n im already comfortable in the current plc, y move?

For sure, Leicester upped his salary. But he would gotten a similar wage increase anyway, if not more, if he goes to another club.

For these guys, it's not a matter of pay but more of professional pride cos being sacked is a black mark in your resume but admittedly almost all football managers have been sacked at least once even JM n of course the big severance pay helps to cushion this blow.

i dont tink it affects much for their reputation if they get fired. so many good managers hv gotten the sack, n yet they still received offers fm big clubs. cos for managers, being sacked has many reasons, not only bcos they r not good. so while not affecting his reputation n at the same time getting the huge payout, its really no big loss for blanc.

For sure, Leicester upped his salary. But he would gotten a similar wage increase anyway, if not more, if he goes to another club.

thats y i say...due to leicester increasing his salary that he decided to stay. sure he will get more or less the same at arsenal. but y move to uncertainty when he is secured at current place.�

thats y i say...due to leicester increasing his salary that he decided to stay. sure he will get more or less the same at arsenal. but y move to uncertainty when he is secured at current place.�

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of course, certainty and stability are compelling factors and that is on the assumption Vardy is not a risk-taker and rather be assured of a place in the starting line-up.

The Brits had voted to leave the EU, so what will happen to those players from the EU in EPL? They will need work permit to play in Uk?

Will English clubs suffers if Britain put out of Euro ?

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If they pull out, no more European countries and thereby, UCL & UEL affected.... :scared: �

I think we can all be happy to see loyalty in football. Don't think is Arsenal not attractive enough but rather, he prefers to stay loyal.

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not sure about loyalty if leicester did not match the pay arsenal is offering

Will English clubs suffers if Britain put out of Euro ?

If they pull out, no more European countries and thereby, UCL & UEL affected....

I think it is not an issue for EPL teams to participate in UCL& UEL, as teams from Russia and those non EU country had been competing in UCL & UEL. These 2 tournaments are for all European countries and not just countries from EUROPEAN UNION.

Will English clubs suffers if Britain put out of Euro ?

If they pull out, no more European countries and thereby, UCL & UEL affected....

There will be no effect to EPL clubs as far as UCL n UEL is concerned. Some European countries who are not in EU also take part so status quo.

As far as players r concerned, no more free pass for players from EU countries to ply their trade in EPL. Instead they will follow players coming from rest of the world like South America where they have a criteria to assess whether work permit will be granted.

Eg Kante n Payet will need a work permit this summer unlike last and they might not even get it based on their lack of International caps last Year. But of course those already plying their trade here with contracts will not be told to leave but they may need to get a work permit when their contract expires.

The Brits had voted to leave the EU, so what will happen to those players from the EU in EPL? They will need work permit to play in Uk?

possible transfers may have to be put on hold

applications for work permits and appeals will cost clubs more money.

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british players in other EU countries, like gareth bale, will require work permits.

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applications for work permits and appeals will cost clubs more money.

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british players in other EU countries, like gareth bale, will require work permits.

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In that sense, maybe can promote the English clubs to promote more of their youths ...

So, in the long run, may bode well for 3Lions ..

In that sense, maybe can promote the English clubs to promote more of their youths ...
So, in the long run, may bode well for 3Lions ..

Well said bro, agreed! The positive out of this Brexit is that likely English youths will get more chances n this def bodes well for the England National Team but less EU players will get a chance to ply their trade in EPL n we will unlikely see unknowns like Payet n Kante being unearthed.

Well said bro, agreed! The positive out of this Brexit is that likely English youths will get more chances n this def bodes well for the England National Team but less EU players will get a chance to ply their trade in EPL n we will unlikely see unknowns like Payet n Kante being unearthed.

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it may promote more youths but not necessarily improve the 3 lions... the reason of having foreign players was actually so they could pass some skills to the players thus improving them

it may promote more youths but not necessarily improve the 3 lions... the reason of having foreign players was actually so they could pass some skills to the players thus improving them

Like how having more foreigners in SG is good the SG PMET?

one immediate impact of Brexit is the devaluation of the pound - this is will affect EPL's club's spending power. �

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Each player that a EPL club wants to buy from an EU club just got more expensive by around 7% �this morning alone.�

one immediate impact of Brexit is the devaluation of the pound - this is will affect EPL's club's spending power. �

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Each player that a EPL club wants to buy from an EU club just got more expensive by around 7% �this morning alone.�

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It also means EPL player are now cheaper and more affordable to the vultures in La Liga, Ligue, etc.

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Plus clubs will be cheaper to buy... Quick, where's the next sugar daddy??

it may promote more youths but not necessarily improve the 3 lions... the reason of having foreign players was actually so they could pass some skills to the players thus improving them

More English youths given a chance would likely mean some gems being uncovered as they will have more playing time unlike the present situation. The foreign players improving the English I don't quite agree cos the foreign players are blocking the English players route so how to improve them? Abit like how the China players blocking our locals in TT!

not sure about loyalty if leicester did not match the pay arsenal is offering

Leicester rewarding him for what he is worth and deserved and he repaid the club with his loyalty by staying.

Of course, if Leicester refused to match, there might not even be a question of him not being loyal. Many agreed here that he should move as it is his last chance to join a big club.

Nathan Redmond will have a medical at Southampton tomorrow. Fee of around �10m agreed with Norwich. [John Percy, Telegraph]

Next week expecting news on Mane to Liverpool then

Edited by Osprey23, 25 June 2016 - 08:47 AM.

Nathan Redmond will have a medical at Southampton tomorrow. Fee of around �10m agreed with Norwich. [John Percy, Telegraph]

Next week expecting news on Mane to Liverpool then

Finally Bro Osprey :))

Finally Bro Osprey :))

Rumoured �25m plus �5m add on.

Overpaying for sure but if he is the best alternative to Dembele that Klopp has decided on, I am glad that FSG has backed him.

Once Balo and Benteke shipped, expect us to move for a striker as well. Klopp wants an established one

Rumoured �25m plus �5m add on.

Overpaying for sure but if he is the best alternative to Dembele that Klopp has decided on, I am glad that FSG has backed him.

Once Balo and Benteke shipped, expect us to move for a striker as well. Klopp wants an established one

I had posted earlier that i thought �25mil would be the top end to pay for Mane so I'm surprised Pool willing to add on �5mil more but u r right that FSG should back Klopp up n I suppose disproves this article in the Mirror:

http://www.mirror.co...ruggles-8259069

I had posted earlier that i thought �25mil would be the top end to pay for Mane so I'm surprised Pool willing to add on �5mil more but u r right that FSG should back Klopp up n I suppose disproves this article in the Mirror:

http://www.mirror.co...ruggles-8259069

Many didn't realise that even though the personnel within the transfer committee are around, the way they operate is different now. BR was part of the committee with veto rights but Klopp has the transfer committee working for him.

Frankly, the only one whom the TC has strong recommendation in is Karius. Hunter and Fallows know Karius since Man City days. Other than that, Buvac recommended Grujic, Klopp personally wanted Matip and Zielinski, Wagner recommended Chilwell.

Mane when he was in RB Salzburg was already wanted by Klopp when he was BVB. Though not first choice, it is no surprise that Klopp targeting him after losing Dembele.

Thus, no idea why some sections of Pool fans are abusing the TC over the targets. If they are unhappy, why not just call for Klopp to be sacked then.

Personally, I do not believe in condemning a player before he even started kicking the ball for his new club.

Many didn't realise that even though the personnel within the transfer committee are around, the way they operate is different now. BR was part of the committee with veto rights but Klopp has the transfer committee working for him.

Frankly, the only one whom the TC has strong recommendation in is Karius. Hunter and Fallows know Karius since Man City days. Other than that, Buvac recommended Grujic, Klopp personally wanted Matip and Zielinski, Wagner recommended Chilwell.

Mane when he was in RB Salzburg was already wanted by Klopp when he was BVB. Though not first choice, it is no surprise that Klopp targeting him after losing Dembele.

Thus, no idea why some sections of Pool fans are abusing the TC over the targets. If they are unhappy, why not just call for Klopp to be sacked then.

Personally, I do not believe in condemning a player before he even started kicking the ball for his new club.

I like Mane. Skilful, quick n dares to take on defenders. Last year Man U were rumoured to want him n the United fans were up in arms cos they had bigger targets lined up, they were also questioning Martial when he joined. Must admit I also scratching my head on Martial but I always believe to give players a chance esp since the Mgr wants him so totally agree with u.

As i always say, back the Mgr up but it's also a fact of buying players that some won't turn out right for various reasons but that should not deter a club as even the best Mgrs get it wrong sometimes. Fergie with Bebe, JM selling de Bruyne n Lukaku n many more.

The Polish Zielinski doesn't seem impressive so far at Euros but will Hv to trust Klopp on this. One more chance to see him Tonite!

Real Madrid C.F. give Manchester United green light to sign �50m -rated James Rodriguez.

Like how having more foreigners in SG is good the SG PMET?

Yes absolutely...lol

Yes absolutely...lol

I do subscribe to having talented foreigners but not unfettered access though.

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Sometimes watching EPL match but the entire team only 1 English player.� [dead]

Southampton have signed Nathan Redmond on a five year deal.

I do subscribe to having talented foreigners but not unfettered access though.

Sometimes watching EPL match but the entire team only 1 English player.

Then it depends what you want, quality or quantity.... except for English clubs, you don't see other euro clubs having the same issue... there must be a reason why... and it seems to correlate to tv rights too lol

DONE DEAL: Breel Embolo is a Schalke player!

Watched him briefly last night. Still quite raw. Bundesliga for now will be better for his development.

With his joining, likely we will see San� coming to BPL then

Sadio Mane to have medical at Liverpool on Monday. �30m deal. [Paul Joyce]

As promised.

Sadio Mane to have medical at Liverpool on Monday. �30m deal. [Paul Joyce]

As promised.

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Think the pound just got a lot cheaper versus the USD. �Better buy the player now to realise the potential savings :)�

J�rgen Klopp has called wonderkid Ante Coric to try and convince him to move to Liverpool. (Daily Mail)

Man City and some other big clubs are after him too. Will be tough.

West Ham closing in on the transfer of Gokhan Tore from Besiktas

Must say hammers are very active this window as well. Pushing on to better last season I believe

Man u on the move already ,

Mkhitaryan and Ibra should be signing soon .

Messi retiring from international football ... at such a young age of 29 ...

Man u on the move already ,
Mkhitaryan and Ibra should be signing soon .

Yup. Should have more to follow.

Jose want to return with a bang.

Messi retiring from international football ... at such a young age of 29 ...

Javier Masherano (age 32) �also retiring together with Messi.

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Pool should re-sign Macherano back on free transfer, should Barca release him.

Javier Masherano (age 32) also retiring together with Messi.

Pool should re-sign Macherano back on free transfer, should Barca release him.

Aguero also right?

Messi retiring from international football ... at such a young age of 29 ...

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Serious? He still has it leh. Should give it another shot in world cup 2018 at least.

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Or is it the criticism? Maradona said don't go home unless they win copa...

Javier Masherano (age 32) �also retiring together with Messi.

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Pool should re-sign Macherano back on free transfer, should Barca release him.

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Many teams will want him if Barca doesn't. If Barca didn't play him as a CD, he should be the best DM around, or at least one of the top few.

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But think Barca will keep him...

Messi retiring from international football ... at such a young age of 29 ...

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while he is no doubt the best (or perhaps 2nd best) player of his generation, his international career will forever cast a shadow on his achievements. It is a shame he couldn't lead argentina to at least one world cup. Same goes for C. Ronaldo

while he is no doubt the best (or perhaps 2nd best) player of his generation, his international career will forever cast a shadow on his achievements. It is a shame he couldn't lead argentina to at least one world cup. Same goes for C. Ronaldo

Can't even win Copa, dun talk about WC where its considerably tougher

while he is no doubt the best (or perhaps 2nd best) player of his generation, his international career will forever cast a shadow on his achievements. It is a shame he couldn't lead argentina to at least one world cup. Same goes for C. Ronaldo

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CR7 still have able to explain why the country didn't win the WC.

The whole team basically is relying on him..

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For Messi, it is totally a different story...

Argentina is full of world class stars yet their result is lousy.

Can't even win a copa with all its stars at the peak! :a-bang:

Man u on the move already ,
Mkhitaryan and Ibra should be signing soon .

I do hope that mikhitaryan.. wow. Hard to spell his name. I shall call him mik hat trick.

I hope he join spurs leh. Haha. Hope spurs put a serious bid.

Last season dortmund went to play spurs at whl abeit against spurs 2nd team thus not seen the best of his potential new team mates mah. Haha

CR7 still have able to explain why the country didn't win the WC.

The whole team basically is relying on him..

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For Messi, it is totally a different story...

Argentina is full of world class stars yet their result is lousy.

Can't even win a copa with all its stars at the peak!

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true, i can also think of a few legends like zidane and maradona who led their teams that were average or relatively average to the world cup. Such moments are those that will stick with the player forever.

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scoring 40-50 goals per season (and every season) for barca or RM is very impressive, but after a while, it loses some shine

Aguero also right?

Yeah. Messi, Mascherano and Aguero.

Edited by cashcow, 27 June 2016 - 03:23 PM.

Yup. Should have more to follow.

Jose want to return with a bang.

man u� midfielder very congested liao,

suspect will have some clear out

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def is the area they need to shore up.

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( not a man u fan, but J.M fan)

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hope he prove all his critcis wrong [laugh]

true, i can also think of a few legends like zidane and maradona who led their teams that were average or relatively average to the world cup. Such moments are those that will stick with the player forever.

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scoring 40-50 goals per season (and every season) for barca or RM is very impressive, but after a while, it loses some shine

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scoring very regularly in the la liga is quite common. I doubt they can do likewise in the EPL where even the smaller clubs are pretty competitive and can cause an upset any day with a bigger club. �

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hard to see clubs like Utd, Chelsea. City, Arsenal put away 4-5 goals week in week out in the EPL.�

I just hope to see fighting and confrontation on and off the pitch this season. If Ibra joins scum I hope he tries to punch Pep during the Manchester derby and hit si gin na instead� [laugh]

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I dont think the special one dares to touch merseyside's double K coz they are of bigger size, more likely he will bully the tinkerman, his voyeur and pep� :XD:

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I just hope to see fighting and confrontation on and off the pitch this season. If Ibra joins scum I hope he tries to punch Pep during the Manchester derby and hit si gin na instead�

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I dont think the special one dares to touch merseyside's double K coz they are of bigger size, more likely he will bully the tinkerman, his voyeur and pep�

I love to see him score at least 1 or 2 taekwondo goals in EPL.

CR7 still have able to explain why the country didn't win the WC.

The whole team basically is relying on him..

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For Messi, it is totally a different story...

Argentina is full of world class stars yet their result is lousy.

Can't even win a copa with all its stars at the peak!

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South American team to win WC is not so easy, basically their defense is not that good. When Brazil last won, in fact whenever they won, it was the attack/midfield that stood out. Same with Argentina too.

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With a good attack, they could hope to beat/outscore opponents, especially European ones.

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Now that some European countries are quite good at attack, it is easier for the South American defense to be breached. With a goalie that is a reserve at Man U plus defenders like Rojo, Funes Mori, Otemendi (all of whom did not look top tier in EPL), it will not be easy for Argentina to win WC.

I do hope that mikhitaryan.. wow. Hard to spell his name. I shall call him mik hat trick.

I hope he join spurs leh. Haha. Hope spurs put a serious bid.

Last season dortmund went to play spurs at whl abeit against spurs 2nd team thus not seen the best of his potential new team mates mah. Haha

No chance bro. Mkhitaryan confirmed Man Utd. His agent made it very clear.

No chance bro. Mkhitaryan confirmed Man Utd. His agent made it very clear.

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Quite sad with the numbers being talked about to sign someone in the last year of contract :/

EPL next season will be the most exciting to watch ever

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EPL next season will be the most exciting to watch ever

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Leicester may be relegated. I will consider loading up the bets if the odds is 5000:1. hahaha �

Leicester may be relegated. I will consider loading up the bets if the odds is 5000:1. hahaha �

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They are going to win the European Cup. Thats why Vardy stays rather than just want to qualify for Champions League year in year out �Dont know if you saw my post on their cup final against Barcelona or not?� :XD:

They are going to win the European Cup. Thats why Vardy stays rather than just want to qualify for Champions League year in year out �Dont know if you saw my post on their cup final against Barcelona or not?�

with the odds, really can buy abit lol,

their type of soccer is very suitable to play barc , ( u want procession, give u all the procession loh)

and if they can keep their player , like kante [;)]

with the odds, really can buy abit lol,
their type of soccer is very suitable to play barc , ( u want procession, give u all the procession loh)
and if they can keep their player , like kante

Yah. I want to see how good Barcelona is when they face a team like Leicester in a real competitive match.

They are going to win the European Cup. Thats why Vardy stays rather than just want to qualify for Champions League year in year out �Dont know if you saw my post on their cup final against Barcelona or not?�

No conflict at all.

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Leicester can win the European championship and yet be relegated domestically to play championship the following season woh. ��

No conflict at all.

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Leicester can win the European championship and yet be relegated domestically to play championship the following season woh. ��

:XD: �buy 100 buks, and keep the ticket.

who know u might just won a car coe , end of season :secret-laugh:

Since I posted Pool fans questioning their transfer committee, only fair I post the other side of the story and highlight some of the good work done by this committee:

http://www.mirror.co...io-mane-8292261

Looks like it is �30m rising to �34.5m for Mane.

Hmm....good $$$ paid and hopefully good. Recent pool high price transfer all ended no where.

man u� midfielder very congested liao,

suspect will have some clear out

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def is the area they need to shore up.

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( not a man u fan, but J.M fan)

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hope he prove all his critcis wrong

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Speaking of MFs... this Arsene still obsessed with buying more

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Now chasing Kante... sure he can run all day... but just how many MFs are needed in this team?

Looks like it is �30m rising to �34.5m for Mane.

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actually if we pay 34.5, means he's doing good !!!�

actually if we pay 34.5, means he's doing good !!!

Wah piangz!! Figure getting higher and higher

Liverpool could end up paying �38.5m for Sadio Man� depending on appearances & success. (Sam Wallace Telegraph)

Wah piangz!! Figure getting higher and higher

Liverpool could end up paying �38.5m for Sadio Man� depending on appearances & success. (Sam Wallace Telegraph)

It would be justified if Pool finish at least top 4.

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If he scores 20 goal or more per season why not.

Gunner gunning for FM wonder kid Barbosa

Wah piangz!! Figure getting higher and higher

Liverpool could end up paying �38.5m for Sadio Man� depending on appearances & success. (Sam Wallace Telegraph)

I had encouraged FSG to pay the going rate n even abit more to buy the players the Mgr wants but this one sounds over the top n I'm surprised at their stance which has proved me wrong. Added to Wenger's purchase of Xhaka for �32m n looks like this window, I have to eat my words!

Who should be the New England manager? [idea]

Must be English coz if it is not their work permit might be rejected [laugh]

What a list of joke :a-fun:

Mane shd cost more than 38M imho...� [:p] �... if couthinio score lesser than mane and pools asking for more than 50M, i dun see why not ya...� :yeah-im-not-drunk:

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I remembered Stuart pearce was coach for u21 for so long, why he not in list?

I remembered Stuart pearce was coach for u21 for so long, why he not in list?

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U21 never won anything yet�and he reports�to Roy ... :a-m1524:

Edited by Picnic06-Biante15, 28 June 2016 - 10:11 AM.

I remembered Stuart pearce was coach for u21 for so long, why he not in list?

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He wouldn't there be long if he is the senior team coach.

And i doubt he will wanna end his coaching time with England by moving upward(senior team) now.. :grin: � :grin:

is any club after G.pelle??

I remembered Stuart pearce was coach for u21 for so long, why he not in list?

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I think he is no longer in the England set up already, so not consider by the press and bookies�

is any club after G.pelle??

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Yes. Liverpool� [laugh]

is any club after G.pelle??

he plays for southampton, right? so bismarck is correct...must b pool after him.

Gunner gunning for FM wonder kid Barbosa

This one seems to have leg

Mane shd cost more than 38M imho... ... if couthinio score lesser than mane and pools asking for more than 50M, i dun see why not ya...

You got a point put apparently that little chip against DDG is worth �20m alone. Mane I don't think is capable of that.

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BR is a good bet at 16/1

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He has managed the biggest club

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in the world just like Woy.

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He also have a 500 page document

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on tactics.

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Pool have until July 1 to trump Man Utd and Everton to Euro 2016 star LIVERPOOL have until July 1 to activate Nani�s �8.5million (�7.05m) release clause, according to reports

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is any club after G.pelle??

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Which club is he from?

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Soton?

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Then its Pool.

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I remembered Stuart pearce was coach for u21 for so long, why he not in list?

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He is a psycho.

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Wah piangz!! Figure getting higher and higher

Liverpool could end up paying �38.5m for Sadio Man� depending on appearances & success. (Sam Wallace Telegraph)

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We should have done that deal for Benteke

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5m for signing

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1 million for every goal.

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BR is a good bet at 16/1

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He has managed the biggest club

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in the world just like Woy.

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He also have a 500 page document

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on tactics.

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Then he can take over Woy as the best england manager ever have, and lead England losing to Singapore 1-0� :XD:

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Put Si Gin Na and Lallana as wingback, Put Smalling as defensive midfield, get allen to change nationality and play for England� :XD:

Respected�Echo�journalist Ian Doyle has revealed that Brendan Rodgers rejected the chance to bring Sadio Mane to the club two years ago.

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Doyle writes that Mane was heavily scouted by the club, but Rodgers choose to ignore the staffs� advice and was thus left with little wriggle room when the transfer committee decided to take a �16 million gamble on Italian misfit Mario Balotelli.

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Doyle also reports that Mane is a player whom Klopp was extremely interested in during his time at Dortmund.

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Klopp watched the player developed at Red Bull�Salzburg and wanted to bring him to Germany, but the deal never materialised.

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We could have had Mane for 12m but got Bolotelli for 16 instead.

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Him again.

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This one seems to have leg
You got a point put apparently that little chip against DDG is worth £20m alone. Mane I don't think is capable of that.

And what a chip that was!

We could have had Mane for 12m but got Bolotelli for 16 instead.

Him again.

Balotelli was bought to showcase best man's coaching ability
And to confirm his status as the best man-manager in world football

We could have had Mane for 12m but got Bolotelli for 16 instead.

Him again.

Do you know who did BR go for in favour of Mane who was recommended by the committee?

Lallana.

Ended up, Southampton signed Mane as the replacement and now we sign the replacement as well.

Do you know who did BR go for in favour of Mane who was recommended by the committee?

Lallana.

Ended up, Southampton signed Mane as the replacement and now we sign the replacement as well.

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So we will be signing Nathan Redmen

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next year then.

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So we will be signing Nathan Redmen

next year then.

Unlikely. I believe right now Klopp and the recruitment team are more or less in sync.

England is the only country to get out of Europe twice in 4 days!!� :a-fun:

Official: Sadio Mane, the new Liverpool No.19

Finally unveiled. The team Batshuayi will be joining is Chelsea. �40 million euros. 5-year contract.

Bad news for Spurs. Good news for Everton

Finally unveiled. The team Batshuayi will be joining is Chelsea. �40 million euros. 5-year contract.

Bad news for Spurs. Good news for Everton

Huh? Out of the blue this one cos I thought Palace had their bid accepted but Spurs set to gate crash?
Chelsea not mentioned at all previously. Thought the Blues were targeting Morata n possibly Lukaku?

Dietmar Hamann posts that EPL is a fraud just cos England fared miserably at the Euros.
Don't think this is a fair comment. He says EPL is a Skoda being packaged as a Lambo

You picked my mind on why the 3 behind, they are offering different attacking dimension that will create more scoring opportunity. More importantly on Mane, he provides the speed on transition that is agonisingly lacking from last season.

Origi and Ings can step in for Sturridge when needed. Firmino and Mane are other options. We might move for another striker if both Benteke and Balotelli are off the books. But I don't think it is a priority.

I know the limitation on Moreno but I have a feeling Klopp likes him. Not as a person of course but what he offers offensively. Coutinho is always cutting in, that's why Klopp want a LB that will push up to provide width. Heard many times, people keep complaining Moreno is out of position when we are defending a counter. But my question is, how are we going to expect him to be supporting the attack and be back to defend? Unless he is Flash or he has a twin. So whoever Klopp sign as LB, if he is to support on the wing, the system must be in place for a DM or the LCB to cover the hole left behind due to tactical requirement of the LB.

As for the partner for Can, as mentioned in my reply to bro Spring, that's the final key position for Klopp to address. He wants Dahoud.

I hair stood on ends when I saw in a game before he got injured where Danny Ings almost scored, and immediately ran almost the whole field to make a beautiful last ditch tackle on an opponent who counterattack very quickly!

He will be a great potential if he stays away from injury.

Coutinho, Firmino, Mane, the hardworking and multi-talented Milner and Lallana can rotate behind any of them. (Not sure if any of these guys have departed).

My choice of the 2 behind is firmly Emre Can and Joe Allen.

no morata please

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I agree it may not be the best league..... but it is confirm the most exciting.........

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almost 40m... and you consider pool as not one of the rich clubs?

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I think he meant world class club for world class players ba..

Right now there is only a few... Baca, RM, BM, Manu....

i agree that 4-2-3-1 suits pool much better too. Pool played their best football last season using this formation. If sturridge is fit, then we are looking at quite a formidable front line that can match almost any other team in the EPL. Coutinho with the technical passes and long shots, Firmino with the guile and goals, Sane with raw pace, dribbles...

The problem is once Sturridge is injured which more likely than not, we are then looking at Origi or moving Firmino into the front striker role. The likes of lallana and milner will then fill the forward position.

Emre Can looks the confirmed central midfielder role. so, Klopp will make a choice between henderson, Gruijic, Zelinski or even Allen to play besides Can. I am not sure whether we need another CM/DM unless we start offloading at least 2 midfielders.. which could well be Klopp's plan.

we still need a LB for sure. Moreno can't defend and always a liability during tight games..

Otherwise, the rest of the squad looks like settled, especially that we wont need a big squad since no euro football... toppings on the cake would be a WC striker, another CB (esp if Sakho's situation remains unclear)...

Fooblack

Agree on your comments.

I like Moreno. DMs should help to cover, like what Joe Allen and Emre Can always does!

Btw, FooBlack and Osprey, your comments would be great if posted in Liverpool with Kopp thread.

FYI, my son supports Liverpool. I'm a Chelsea man.
Doesn't seem to have a Chelsea thread..

If I am to be brutally honest, there is the reason why we are always looking at the same targets as Saints and Spurs. we are targeting at the same tier players that is within reach. World class players will be snapped up by rich clubs. We can only aim for those who are about to break into that world class status. Suarez is the successful example. So, naturally, if the scouts at those clubs are doing their job well and not frauds, the assessments and recommendation will more or less be the same.

As for Mane, I am assuming that Klopp will be going for his pet formation 4-2-3-1. Striker sorted. I will have Coutinho, Firmino and Mane as the 3 behind. That's how I will use him primarily. 2nd better option, is to play him as a 2nd striker in a 4-4-2 (flat or diamond).

Klopp's priority positions are mainly sorted barring one. The midfield controller.

Grujic and Zielinski are both not in that mould. Only Dahoud.

Gone are the days where signings like klinsmann. Zola. Bergkamp liao...

Nowadays true world class stars cost more than many bombs plus with the champions league lure. No more such transfers liao.

Unless that world class star actually openly declares its pool or nothing. I dun play for the money

a Lukaku type will complement Giroud. Sometimes you really need a battering ram�

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http://metro.co.uk/2...aguero-5939167/

i am really wondering if there is really an available striker that is better than giroud

Lukaku? Sturridge?

yah lor, I still dun understand the fuss about him. Good meh ? Giroud offers more movement then him.

Klopp wants him. But can't compete.

Harry Redknapp has put his name forward to be considered as the next England manager.

That's nice. From Dino Woy to Mammoth Arry.

Back to transfer. Nolito is edging close to a move to Man City

Also, Steve Mandanda is attracting interest from BPL clubs. Everton and Palace have both held talks with the player's agent.

Edited by Osprey23, 29 June 2016 - 04:52 PM.

Man Utd got their man.

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**The reports said Dortmund are set to accept the offer -- which would be the biggest transfer fee ever paid for a player entering the final year of his contract in Europe -- and the deal will be completed in the coming days.

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http://www.espnfcasi...itaryan-reports

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Really is jin rich lor ~�

Man Utd got their man.

**The reports said Dortmund are set to accept the offer -- which would be the biggest transfer fee ever paid for a player entering the final year of his contract in Europe -- and the deal will be completed in the coming days.

http://www.espnfcasi...itaryan-reports

Really is jin rich lor ~

Frankly, they will only fail to land their target when the player doesn't want to join. Asking price from selling club is never going to be an issue.

Harry Redknapp has put his name forward to be considered as the next England manager.

That's nice. From Dino Woy to Mammoth Arry.

Back to transfer. Nolito is edging close to a move to Man City

Also, Steve Mandanda is attracting interest from BPL clubs. Everton and Palace have both held talks with the player's agent.

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i am really wondering if there is really an available striker that is better than giroud

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IMO it's not about getting a better striker than Giroud but more a complimentary one who gives another option from Giroud. This striker could also replace Giroud when he is out injured, suspended etc. Problem of course is to keep both happy.

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The signing of Xhaka is a good example, is he better than Coquelin? I'm not sure but he gives another option which I've posted many times�previously was required (I suggested Wanyama) but Wenger was adamant that Coq alone suffice but now he has changed stance which will only benefit Arsenal I feel.

Liverpool have an agreement with Fenerbahce for around �5m & it is believed it is just personal terms which remain to be thrashed out. (Echo)

Bye bye Skrtel.

Liverpool have an agreement with Fenerbahce for around �5m & it is believed it is just personal terms which remain to be thrashed out. (Echo)

Bye bye Skrtel.

Was thinking he should get a dignified exit but not too sure now.

Skrtel insulted Klopp on Instagram

Dwight Gayle is undergoing a medical at Newcastle United. (Source: Sky Sports)

Klopp values Moreno's speed, control & continuous attacking width & at 23 sees development potential. [Neil Jones, Echo]

Very coincidental.

Full article: http://www.liverpool...closer-11542709

Edited by Osprey23, 29 June 2016 - 11:22 PM.

Bro GS' concern is heard by the English FA.

http://www.squawka.c...016-exit/711115

Crystal Palace joined race to sign Benteke. West Ham might be switching their attention back to Big Ben as Lacazette is not in favour of the move.

Crystal Palace joined race to sign Benteke. West Ham might be switching their attention back to Big Ben as Lacazette is not in favour of the move.

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wonder if their transfer kitty big enough for pool's indicative valuation.. i think minimum price is 25M and up...�

Chelsea sign batshuayi,

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the position they need reinforcement the most,

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lucky not moreta,

Liverpool have an agreement with Fenerbahce for around �5m & it is believed it is just personal terms which remain to be thrashed out. (Echo)

Bye bye Skrtel.

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with the exit of turtle, our CB list has dwindled to Lovren, Matip, Sakho and potentially Gomez. Sakho still awaiting outcome of his drug jury issue..�

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i think Pool might have to splash the cash for another defender during this summer... �unless they keep lucas as the backup too...�

with the exit of turtle, our CB list has dwindled to Lovren, Matip, Sakho and potentially Gomez. Sakho still awaiting outcome of his drug jury issue..

i think Pool might have to splash the cash for another defender during this summer... unless they keep lucas as the backup too...

Lucas likely next one out of exit door.

For Sakho's case, if they are to ban him once season start, or worse when transfer window closed, my conclusion will be someone in UEFA is trying to do us in.

Lucas likely next one out of exit door.

For Sakho's case, if they are to ban him once season start, or worse when transfer window closed, my conclusion will be someone in UEFA is trying to do us in.

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Its usual the case when UEFA screw up some clubs.

I will prefer to play it safe and buy another defender, also add to the competition�

Frankly, they will only fail to land their target when the player doesn't want to join. Asking price from selling club is never going to be an issue.

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Thats true.

They are consider 1 of the richest club and have a big war chest

wonder if their transfer kitty big enough for pool's indicative valuation.. i think minimum price is 25M and up...�

Benteke may fit into Palace style of play under Alan Pardew.

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Pool is just posturing on price negotiation just to see if CP is just testing water. I also suspect Pool would want to minimise their losses by selling at around 25m pnds.

Chelsea sign batshuayi,

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the position they need reinforcement the most,

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lucky not moreta,

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Why lucky not Morata?

Benteke may fit into Palace style of play under Alan Pardew.

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Pool is just posturing on price negotiation just to see if CP is just testing water. I also suspect Pool would want to minimise their losses by selling at around 25m pnds.

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I also feel 25mil pounds is a fair price for both parties. he is still relatively young and is a current�international�striker�after all.�He is not a bad player, just that his style doesn't suit Pool.�

Why lucky not Morata?

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I also feel 25mil pounds is a fair price for both parties. he is still relatively young and is a current�international�striker�after all.�He is not a bad player, just that his style doesn't suit Pool.�

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Thought Pool asking for 30mil pounds ... still cheap considering how much pound has depreciated ...

Thought Pool asking for 30mil pounds ... still cheap considering how much pound has depreciated ...

Unless Man City or one of the bigger teams want him, I don't see how Pool can get 30mil for him.

Of course can try to hold out for that price and hope an auction happens esp if few clubs go after him.

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Not every club like City willing to pay 49mil for Sterling which is carrot head price haha but who knows? Last season I said sell Sterling for 40mil was a good�price but Pool proved me wrong!!

Man Utd got their man.

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**The reports said Dortmund are set to accept the offer -- which would be the biggest transfer fee ever paid for a player entering the final year of his contract in Europe -- and the deal will be completed in the coming days.

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http://www.espnfcasi...itaryan-reports

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Really is jin rich lor ~�

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Why ManU need to many expensive midfielders ... :slow:

Lucas likely next one out of exit door.

For Sakho's case, if they are to ban him once season start, or worse when transfer window closed, my conclusion will be someone in UEFA is trying to do us in.

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i wouldnt rule that out isn't it... looking at how unfair UEFA has been treating Pool in this year's europa competition.�

i wouldnt rule that out isn't it... looking at how unfair UEFA has been treating Pool in this year's europa competition.�

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UEFA against all English clubs, they only favour Barca, Real and to a lesser extent Bayern.

Always been the case esp when Platini was in charge.

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Luckily got FIFA to hand down the transfer ban to Barca cos if it were to be left to UEFA, Barca would have gotten away with only a slap on the wrist. Not to say�FIFA is good cos they also have their favourites as well which is not European clubs.��

Your son is smarter than you

Joking aside, you must have supported Chelsea during Dixon/Speckman/Speedie/Nevin time or even earlier like Osgood?

Lol

MY son is 10 yo.

I'm not so old...yet.

Zola time.

Don't really like the current batch of players except Oscar, Cahill and a couple of hardworking guys.

Unfortunately, don't like Hazard's attitude.

You can try starting one or you are most welcome to join us in the BPL general thread, usually start with the new season. :)

Conte seems to be doing well juggling with the Italian team and Chelsea signing. Batshuayi apparently is his preferred choice.

Sure. Looking forward to new season.

Yup. To beat Spain is no mean feat! Hope he brings this mentality to Chelsea!

Edited by Fitforfun, 30 June 2016 - 11:51 AM.

Lol

MY son is 10 yo.

I'm not so old...yet.

Zola time.

Don't really like the current batch of players except Oscar, Cahill and a couple of hardworking guys.

Unfortunately, don't like Hazard's attitude.
Sure. Looking forward to new season.

Yup. To beat Spain is no mean feat! Hope he brings this mentality to Chelsea!

Conte will surely bring in a new dimension to the Epl competition.

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More intensity, passion and guile to the way curently Chelski is performing on the pitch. Good for fans and viewers.

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But I still think Klopp is better. �

Conte will surely bring in a new dimension to the Epl competition.

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More intensity, passion and guile to the way curently Chelski is performing on the pitch. Good for fans and viewers.

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But I still think Klopp is better. �

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better in terms of entertainment? haha.. looking at him and reactions during matches can be quite funny :)�

better in terms of entertainment? haha.. looking at him and reactions during matches can be quite funny :)�

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For kicking the ball away before it has gone out of play, I feel that he should have gotten yellow card.

For kicking the ball away before it has gone out of play, I feel that he should have gotten yellow card.

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Think the ball went out of play before he kicked it away but he was verbally warned cos the opponent couldn't take the throw in quickly.�

This YouTube video explains why Klopp wants Dahoud as his midfield controller.

Pogba prefers to join Real Madrid than joining Manchester United despite his agent Raiola advise to join the Red Devils. Pogba has intimated he would rather stay at Juve than joining United if a Real transfer does not materialize. Pogba's agent advised him to work under Mourinho for 3 yrs ahead of possible move to RM but he's eager to move to Bernabeu sooner than 2019.

[Manchester evening news]

Pogba prefers to join Real Madrid than joining Manchester United despite his agent Raiola advise to join the Red Devils. Pogba has intimated he would rather stay at Juve than joining United if a Real transfer does not materialize. Pogba's agent advised him to work under Mourinho for 3 yrs ahead of possible move to RM but he's eager to move to Bernabeu sooner than 2019.

[Manchester evening news]

Joining real, or barc have become the pinnacle of all footballers.

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before the call come, he can be like a saint, swearing all the loyalty to the club� fans,

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but once the calling come, not many can resists to keep their horns inside their head

Pogba prefers to join Real Madrid than joining Manchester United despite his agent Raiola advise to join the Red Devils. Pogba has intimated he would rather stay at Juve than joining United if a Real transfer does not materialize. Pogba's agent advised him to work under Mourinho for 3 yrs ahead of possible move to RM but he's eager to move to Bernabeu sooner than 2019.

[Manchester evening news]

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can certainly understand why.�

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despite utd securing a famous (infamous) manager, there are much uncertainities how the future holds at OT. Furthermore, Utd not in UCL next season and no future guarantees they can achieve top 4 next season too.�

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besides, it seems that is is the ultimate dream of every mother son footballer to play for either RM or barca.. �

OFFICIAL: Watford have signed Jerome Sinclair from Liverpool for �4m.

Save the trouble of going to tribunal. Should have some positive impact on the Zielinski deal

This YouTube video explains why Klopp wants Dahoud as his midfield controller.

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kind of confused....so is this Dahoud still available?

kind of confused....so is this Dahoud still available?

MG issued hands off warning. Many feel money talks. If we throw silly money at them, they might deal.

Player is keen though as far as I know.

Joining real, or barc have become the pinnacle of all footballers.

before the call come, he can be like a saint, swearing all the loyalty to the club fans,

but once the calling come, not many can resists to keep their horns inside their head

Not me. If I am a footballer my pinnacle is playing for Liverpool [laugh]

Barcelona and Real Madrid come for me I pui! [laugh]

I am willing to play for free too [laugh]

Ktglfc is willing to pay Liverpool to play for them [laugh]

Pogba prefers to join Real Madrid than joining Manchester United despite his agent Raiola advise to join the Red Devils. Pogba has intimated he would rather stay at Juve than joining United if a Real transfer does not materialize. Pogba's agent advised him to work under Mourinho for 3 yrs ahead of possible move to RM but he's eager to move to Bernabeu sooner than 2019.

[Manchester evening news]

Silly pogba. Shld return back to Man U
Who doesn't want more money for less work

Not me. If I am a footballer my pinnacle is playing for Liverpool Barcelona and Real Madrid come for me I pui! I am willing to play for free too Ktglfc is willing to pay Liverpool to play for them

I think ktglfc will pay the club money to be the groundskeeper !

Silly pogba. Shld return back to Man U
Who doesn't want more money for less work
I think ktglfc will pay the club money to be the groundskeeper !

Yes yes! He is a sucker for Liverpool! [laugh]

Silly pogba. Shld return back to Man U
Who doesn't want more money for less work
I think ktglfc will pay the club money to be the groundskeeper !

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Once bitten , twice shy...

Silly pogba. Shld return back to Man U
Who doesn't want more money for less work
I think ktglfc will pay the club money to be the groundskeeper !

I hope to have a chance to step into Melwood or go for a stadium tour at Anfield :))

Leverkusen are willing to pay �10m for Dynamo Kiev's Aleksandar Dragovic. Ukrainians want �20m. [Kicker]

Interesting. Hopefully he is a replacement for someone I like

Bro HB,

This latest article from Guardian is the common understanding on Dahoud's situation.

https://www.theguard...monchengladbach

Sevilla�s President all but confirms Krychowiak is leaving. Says it will be for LESS than the �45m clause too. It is reported that PSG are in talks and likely to agree a price of �25m.

Kante not going there then.

BREAKING: Former Nice boss Claude Puel has been appointed as the new manager of Southampton

DEAL DONE: Bournemouth have signed Le Havre striker Lys Mousset on a four-year deal.

Edited by Osprey23, 30 June 2016 - 09:50 PM.

21 Sep 2013 - Lovren scored for Southampton at Anfield.
Summer 2014 - Lovren signed for Liverpool.

17 Aug 2014 - Clyne scored for Southampton at Anfield.
Summer 2015 - Clyne signed for Liverpool

26 Oct 2015 - Mane scored for Southampton at Anfield
Summer 2016 - Mane signed for Liverpool.

Mystery solved. Watch out for Liverpool vs Southampton next season

BREAKING: Former Nice boss Claude Puel has been appointed as the new manager of Southampton

DEAL DONE: Bournemouth have signed Le Havre striker Lys Mousset on a four-year deal.

Another "good" football chef from abroad trying to whip up their special dish in this hotly contested english cookfest.

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Now we add Puel to Soton - you got added fuel.....ie jia you.

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Wondering which of the epl coaches will be left standing after end of season? � [sly]

Zlatan announced he is joining Man Utd.

Zlatan will never let Man Utd announce he is joining.

Manchester City have won the race to sign Colombian forward Marlos Moreno from Atl�tico Nacional. (Source: Manchester Evening News)
Andros Townsend is to have medical at Crystal Palace this afternoon. (Source: Sky Sports)

Newcastle have agreed a �10m deal with Bournemouth for Matt Ritchie. Medical tonight. Could rise to �12m.

[John Percy, Telegraph]

It's now official. Manchester Color will be blue for the next 5 years.. Or maybe shorter when Bus Parker and Swiss kelong giraffe are sacked..

Zlatan announced he is joining Man Utd.

Zlatan will never let Man Utd announce he is joining.

To my non blue Manchester bros.. the appointment of JM,Giggs leaving and now this chap will see the Manchester being true Blue for many years to come.. Not something I want to see of this great club... But then why I care. I belong to the red side of of Mersey..

Edited by BenTong, 01 July 2016 - 07:22 AM.

[sleeping] � � i tot i was in the poo thread with all the the nonsense i'm reading..... let the bitterness stay in the poo thread yah... cheers... muahahahaha

i tot i was in the poo thread with all the the nonsense i'm reading..... let the bitterness stay in the poo thread yah... cheers... muahahahaha

Where got bitterness? Man Utd can afford sky high salary so they get a WC striker. Nothing to be bitter about.

Money talks.

Zlatan announced he is joining Man Utd.

Zlatan will never let Man Utd announce he is joining.

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steady, the ego has really landed in Manchester.�

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this deal makes sense completely... from the commercial perspectives. � Any monies spent on Zlatan will be quite easily recouped thru his shirts' sales.�

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at least, Utd will have a proper striker.. �the only issue is when this old striker's useful life will fall off the cliff due to this grand age..�

steady, the ego has really landed in Manchester.�

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this deal makes sense completely... from the commercial perspectives. � Any monies spent on Zlatan will be quite easily recouped thru his shirts' sales.�

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at least, Utd will have a proper striker.. �the only issue is when this old striker's useful life will fall off the cliff due to this grand age..�

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Just hope that he won't�be another flop in ManU set-up ...... [lipsrsealed]

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What I heard rumours were�that already the strikers bunch already not happy and also the midfielders ... [sweatdrop] ��

Arsenal have rejected an approach from Juventus for Alexis Sanchez. (Source - Daily Mail)

JM will be officially taking office today (01/07/2016) and rumours already flying fast that some players are not happy and future unsure if they are playing or warming the benches... � :wacko: � :wacko:

Arsenal have rejected an approach from Juventus for Alexis Sanchez. (Source - Daily Mail)

Must have put $0.50 above is get out clause.. Shud have $1.10 above..

Its 1 July ... let the new (pre) season begins :))

Its 1 July ... let the new (pre) season begins :))

Can't wait to see Balotelli back. Triple sessions. LOL

Can sense how eager Man Utd are to get fans to buy the new jerseys with Mkhitaryan printed.

http://www.foxsports...ine-shop-063016

Player yet to confirm but shirts can order liao

Can sense how eager Man Utd are to get fans to buy the new jerseys with Mkhitaryan printed.

http://www.foxsports...ine-shop-063016

Player yet to confirm but shirts can order liao

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my colleague bought me arsenal away jersey from bangkok last week

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http://www.footyhead...7-away-kit.html

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only 1 issue....... it is supposed to be launched this month only� [laugh]

my colleague bought me arsenal away jersey from bangkok last week

http://www.footyhead...7-away-kit.html

only 1 issue....... it is supposed to be launched this month only

This is what we call OEM version

This is what we call OEM version

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if wear now... sure picha lobang is oem� [blush]

if wear now... sure picha lobang is oem�

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Later they last min change design how?

Just like that German captain that gone to ManU last season.

After the jersey start to sell with his name and number on, his jersey number changed to another number :omg:

JM will be officially taking office today (01/07/2016) and rumours already flying fast that some players are not happy and future unsure if they are playing or warming the benches... � �

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With Mkhitaryan coming in, Juan Mata will be [sweatdrop]

With Mkhitaryan coming in, Juan Mata will be

Actually, he already started packing his bags together with Ryan Giggs when Jose is confirmed.

Manchester City have confirmed the signing of Spanish international Nolito from Celta Vigo

Later they last min change design how?

Just like that German captain that gone to ManU last season.

After the jersey start to sell with his name and number on, his jersey number changed to another number

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free gift so never mind... if change design... it becomes limited addition� [laugh]

if wear now... sure picha lobang is oem�

picha lobang oem nvm. last season i saw a guy wearing the "new" man u jersey, based on the rumours that were circulating ard. it was ugly n impossible to b the actual jersey. n he wore it when the actual new jersey was already out. so everyone will know he wear fake jersey� :XD: � [smash]

Manchester City have confirmed the signing of Spanish international Nolito from Celta Vigo

14mil pounds I understand which is cheap for a current Spanish International winger.

I'm finding it hard to understand the pricing of the transfer market recently. Some players going for exorbitant amounts whilst others are going for peanuts!

14mil pounds I understand which is cheap for a current Spanish International winger.

I'm finding it hard to understand the pricing of the transfer market recently. Some players going for exorbitant amounts whilst others are going for peanuts!

Baca get themselves a solid defender with only 25m too..�

Edited by L23, 01 July 2016 - 03:50 PM.

Baca get themselves a solid defender with only 25m too..�

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Ya that Umtiti right?

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I accept that EPL clubs have to pay more but don't u think Barca, Real and Bayern should be in the same bracket? Lyon President Aulas is another Daniel Levy, damn difficult to negotiate with so I'm surprised he allows a player who has been capped at all levels though not yet full international but in the French Euro's squad, to go at a pittance. He held Chelsea at ransom previously to sign Essien!!

Edited by Spring, 01 July 2016 - 04:03 PM.

Chelsea have confirmed that they have let Radamel Falcao, Alexandre Pato & Marco Amelia leave the club.

14mil pounds I understand which is cheap for a current Spanish International winger.
I'm finding it hard to understand the pricing of the transfer market recently. Some players going for exorbitant amounts whilst others are going for peanuts!

�13.8m is his release clause apparently.

�13.8m is his release clause apparently.

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Barca president still want to be sarcastic saying�financial prudence meant they couldn't sign Nolito, talk cxxk!! Either they don't want him or he turned them down I guess.

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http://www.express.c...transfer-latest

Barca president still want to be sarcastic saying financial prudence meant they couldn't sign Nolito, talk cxxk!! Either they don't want him or he turned them down I guess.

http://www.express.c...transfer-latest

Neymar extending. So actually might not need to buy another attacker.

Seems like Conte wants Diego Lopez as No.2 keeper. Begovic expected to be shipped

Neymar extending. So actually might not need to buy another attacker.

Confirmed: Neymar signed a 5 year extension to stay at Barcelona till 2021. Release clause at �200m, rising to �250m in the third year.

Crystal Palace have signed Andros Townsend for �13m and Steve Mandanda on a free transfer.

Just need Benteke to complete the window

Manchester City have confirmed the signing of Spanish international Nolito from Celta Vigo

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so now they have 2 useless wingers in Nolito & Navas ........... or maybe Pep can do wonders�

Confirmed: Neymar signed a 5 year extension to stay at Barcelona till 2021. Release clause at �200m, rising to �250m in the third year.

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At this kind of release clause, nobody will be able to buy him liao ...

Ok, maybe in championship manager game�

King Eric applying for England job

there is only one king and he is not a hooligan or scum.

Crystal Palace have made a formal offer for Benteke today but have already been told that it is not acceptable. (Echo)

Believed to be �25m. Pool wants �30m.

Good news for Everton - bidding �30m for Axel Witsel.

Bad news for Everton - John Stones wants to leave, holding for �50m from ManCity

Good news for Everton - bidding �30m for Axel Witsel.

Bad news for Everton - John Stones wants to leave, holding for �50m from ManCity

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every off season, this Witsel name sure to come up, but good meh ? saw him during this Euro, nothing special. Don't know what his role was.�

every off season, this Witsel name sure to come up, but good meh ? saw him during this Euro, nothing special. Don't know what his role was.

Eye catching B2B when he was in Benfica partnering Matic. Then took a chance and moved to Zenit. I think this move didn't really work well for him and hence you hear his name mentioned during windows as his agent is working hard :)

Good player but for one entering last year of contract, �30m seems a little high

Eye catching B2B when he was in Benfica partnering Matic. Then took a chance and moved to Zenit. I think this move didn't really work well for him and hence you hear his name mentioned during windows as his agent is working hard :)

Good player but for one entering last year of contract, £30m seems a little high

Well...if a club willing to pay 42m for a player with 1 yr left, y not 30m?

there is only one king and he is not a hooligan or scum.

And he doesn't know karate kick too [laugh]

From mirror online:

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Something in life are certain: Death, Tax and Ah Seng not signing a decent strker.

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Gunner fans agreed and took it to social media:

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Chelsea - Batschuayi
Man Utd - Ibrahimovic
Liverpool - Mane
ManCity - Nolito
Arsenal - Japaneese guy

8:08 PM - 1 Jul 2016

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every off season, this Witsel name sure to come up, but good meh ? saw him during this Euro, nothing special. Don't know what his role was.

I can't comment much on him cos I've not seen enough but from what I read n hear, he is being told to play alongside Naingolaan as the 2 players shielding the back 4 for the National team though he is more comfortable playing further up. An all round midfielder I'm reading so maybe we not seeing his true Colours at the Euros.

Mahmoud Dahoud has rejected Borussia M�nchengladbach's contract extension as Liverpool are willing to pay �30m.

Juan Mata has been spotted on Merseyside ahead of finalising �30M move to Everton from Man Utd

Great signing !!

Juan Mata has been spotted on Merseyside ahead of finalising £30M move to Everton from Man Utd

Great signing !!

A reunion with his old manager about a decade back. Good for him.

Mkhitaryan is almost done....

Just lacking the official news...

Leicester City have signed Nampalys Mendy from Ligue 1 club Nice on a 4 year deal.

Strengthening for UCL. Insisting Mendy is not a replacement for Kante

Juan Mata has been spotted on Merseyside ahead of finalising �30M move to Everton from Man Utd

Great signing !!

Bro, u joking or serious? Didn't see this coming if true.
BTW, what's the latest on Kante? Seems so many teams after him. Reading it's Chelsea but some other sources quoting other clubs?

Leicester City have signed Nampalys Mendy from Ligue 1 club Nice on a 4 year deal.

Strengthening for UCL. Insisting Mendy is not a replacement for Kante

Ahmed Musa is set for a medical at Leicester City next week. Will cost around �16m.

Bro, u joking or serious? Didn't see this coming if true.
BTW, what's the latest on Kante? Seems so many teams after him. Reading it's Chelsea but some other sources quoting other clubs?

Everton really want him. But whether the transfer is really that close, I am not sure.

Kante only heard back then PSG eyeing him but seems no longer the case. Let's see if any of the rumoured interested clubs make any move then.

From mirror online:

Something in life are certain: Death, Tax and Ah Seng not signing a decent strker.

Gunner fans agreed and took it to social media:

Chelsea - Batschuayi
Man Utd - Ibrahimovic
Liverpool - Mane
ManCity - Nolito
Arsenal - Japaneese guy
8:08 PM - 1 Jul 2016

Hehe finally I know who you are referring to

OFFICIAL: Arsenal have agreed a deal with Sanfrecce Hiroshima for the signing of Takuma Asano.

Hehe finally I know who you are referring to

OFFICIAL: Arsenal have agreed a deal with Sanfrecce Hiroshima for the signing of Takuma Asano.

The manager finally realised the league he came from have many gems !! :)

Dahoud is still ON!!

Apparently Klopp has not given up and his rejection of contract extension might have soften BMG's stance

Dahoud is still ON!!

Apparently Klopp has not given up and his rejection of contract extension might have soften BMG's stance

Hope Mahmoud Dahoud signs for Pool. Really good catch if he agree to join.

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Liverpool please do so, chop chop.

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http://www.90min.com...dbach-extension

how come no teams looking at�Wales striker�Robson-Kanu?

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he's not bad, and definitely afforable�considering he's a free agent

there is only one king and he is not a hooligan or scum.

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Can be a racist dumb scum then... lol

So EPL awaits the arrival of Antonio Conte whose reputation has been enhanced at the Euros.

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His preferred 3-5-2 formation is interesting. Years back Glenn Hoddle introduced this to the English League and the English couldn't except this as they were too ingrained into a back 4. Hoddle was too revolutionary for his own good though he proved himself to be a good coach and went on to manage the National team.

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Provided you get the right personnel, there are merits in this system. you get a front 2 which keeps the opposing defenders busy and most strikers prefer working with a partner anyway. You still get 5 in MF so won't be overrun and your back 3 will likely be busy with only the opposing 1 striker anyway so seems a good system.

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Surprisingly, Wales uses this system as well and what was even more interesting, the Germans changed to this system for the match vs Italy to match like for like! Will it work in EPL? I don't know but I await to see what Conte does at Chelsea cos I'm not sure if Terry and Cahill are the types of back 3 CBs Conte would require. Anyway, always nice to see different ideas being tried out.

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If you guys got any comments, pls feel free to contribute.

Can be a racist dumb scum then... lol

You might want to reflect on how SAF supported Cantona after that incident.

KD merely given support to his player whom we all know of the "love" he received from the English media.

Don't think I want to go into that incident again but I fully understand why KD did it. Right or wrong, up to individual. He is definitely not racist nor dumb.

So EPL awaits the arrival of Antonio Conte whose reputation has been enhanced at the Euros.

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His preferred 3-5-2 formation is interesting. Years back Glenn Hoddle introduced this to the English League and the English couldn't except this as they were too ingrained into a back 4. Hoddle was too revolutionary for his own good though he proved himself to be a good coach and went on to manage the National team.

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Provided you get the right personnel, there are merits in this system. you get a front 2 which keeps the opposing defenders busy and most strikers prefer working with a partner anyway. You still get 5 in MF so won't be overrun and your back 3 will likely be busy with only the opposing 1 striker anyway so seems a good system.

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Surprisingly, Wales uses this system as well and what was even more interesting, the Germans changed to this system for the match vs Italy to match like for like! Will it work in EPL? I don't know but I await to see what Conte does at Chelsea cos I'm not sure if Terry and Cahill are the types of back 3 CBs Conte would require. Anyway, always nice to see different ideas being tried out.

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Roy Evans also used 3-5-2 formation in the mid 90s

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The success of this formation is one of the 3 centre backs

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wingbacks must track back to defend.

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Roy Evans also used 3-5-2 formation in the mid 90s

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wingbacks must track back to defend.

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For Italy, Bonucci is very comfortable on the ball and is a good passer as well but I don't think any of the Wales back 3 is comfortable on the ball though. WIngbacks always need to work their socks off in most modern formations but agreed maybe more so in a 3-5-2 formation.

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The English are resistant to change so it will take a brave coach to get a club side to adopt this formation which is not new but not used universally.

So EPL awaits the arrival of Antonio Conte whose reputation has been enhanced at the Euros.

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His preferred 3-5-2 formation is interesting. Years back Glenn Hoddle introduced this to the English League and the English couldn't except this as they were too ingrained into a back 4. Hoddle was too revolutionary for his own good though he proved himself to be a good coach and went on to manage the National team.

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Provided you get the right personnel, there are merits in this system. you get a front 2 which keeps the opposing defenders busy and most strikers prefer working with a partner anyway. You still get 5 in MF so won't be overrun and your back 3 will likely be busy with only the opposing 1 striker anyway so seems a good system.

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Surprisingly, Wales uses this system as well and what was even more interesting, the Germans changed to this system for the match vs Italy to match like for like! Will it work in EPL? I don't know but I await to see what Conte does at Chelsea cos I'm not sure if Terry and Cahill are the types of back 3 CBs Conte would require. Anyway, always nice to see different ideas being tried out.

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If you guys got any comments, pls feel free to contribute.

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It can work because of the super strong and tight Juve defenders ..............�

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lets see if he can replicate in BPL .... i hope it won't work� [laugh]

So EPL awaits the arrival of Antonio Conte whose reputation has been enhanced at the Euros.

His preferred 3-5-2 formation is interesting. Years back Glenn Hoddle introduced this to the English League and the English couldn't except this as they were too ingrained into a back 4. Hoddle was too revolutionary for his own good though he proved himself to be a good coach and went on to manage the National team.

Provided you get the right personnel, there are merits in this system. you get a front 2 which keeps the opposing defenders busy and most strikers prefer working with a partner anyway. You still get 5 in MF so won't be overrun and your back 3 will likely be busy with only the opposing 1 striker anyway so seems a good system.

Surprisingly, Wales uses this system as well and what was even more interesting, the Germans changed to this system for the match vs Italy to match like for like! Will it work in EPL? I don't know but I await to see what Conte does at Chelsea cos I'm not sure if Terry and Cahill are the types of back 3 CBs Conte would require. Anyway, always nice to see different ideas being tried out.

If you guys got any comments, pls feel free to contribute.

My view on why this system is no longer popular is due to the lost art of sweeper. In the most ideal set up, the back 3 should comprise a sweeper and 2 stoppers. The sweeper not just the last man but also expected to bring the ball forward in an offensive transition from the back. Else, the only way is to go long or utilise the wing backs. Also, with 3 at the back, it will always be tough to break down the opponents unless you can transit very fast in counters.

3 v 1 no doubt will offer defensive solidarity but most opponents will try to exploit with pace on the wings or using of false 9. The CBs are usually not fast and will hate being taken on 1 v 1 with a winger when being dragged wide. Playing a false 9 against such a system is better as you leave the 3 CBs virtually no one to mark

The central CB will have to be experience enough to make the call on when to track the F9 and when to just let him roam.

Conte rumoured to wanting Bonucci. If he wants to implement a 3-CB system, he probably will need to have the central one at least who knows how to operate in it. To get a defensive central pair working together as a unit is already tough. So imagine you are trying to have 3 working together.

Like I always said, there is no perfect formation or system. What you need to assess is how suited are your players and how easy your opponents can exploit the weakness in that system.

Anyway, there are slight difference in how Germany setup to counter Italy. Same back 3 but they use a 3-4-2-1 with Ozil as a False 9 with Muller and Gomez in support. Italy using 3-5-2

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For Italy, Bonucci is very comfortable on the ball and is a good passer as well but I don't think any of the Wales back 3 is comfortable on the ball though. WIngbacks always need to work their socks off in most modern formations but agreed maybe more so in a 3-5-2 formation.

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The English are resistant to change so it will take a brave coach to get a club side to adopt this formation which is not new but not used universally.

This 3-5-2 fromation is nothing new. They key to success of this fomation is whether the back 3 are reliable and able to react against fast breaks from the opposite side.

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I remember Rafa Benitez and later BR use this system on-off with mixed results at Anfield. The most memorable event of this 3-5-2 thingy was that under BR where Stevie G slip and resulted in the painful loss against Chelsea in April 2014.

This system will be great if used intelligently but sometimes it can be a exploitable weakness.

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Van Gaal also used this playing system with Netherlands during the 2014 world cup in Brazil with reasonable success.

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I can foresee that Chelsea under Conte will be using this sytem with great regularity.

This 3-5-2 fromation is nothing new. They key to success of this fomation is whether the back 3 are reliable and able to react against fast breaks from the opposite side.

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I remember Rafa Benitez and later BR use this system on-off with mixed results at Anfield. The most memorable event of this 3-5-2 thingy was that under BR where Stevie G slip and resulted in the painful loss against Chelsea in April 2014.

This system will be great if used intelligently but sometimes it can be a exploitable weakness.

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Van Gaal also used this playing system with Netherlands during the 2014 world cup in Brazil with reasonable success.

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I can foresee that Chelsea under Conte will be using this sytem with great regularity.

The best thing about 3.5.2 is u can switch attack to def mode easily�

without tweaking and changeing player much.

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3.5.2 is more attack mode then 5.3.2

I remember Rafa Benitez and later BR use this system on-off with mixed results at Anfield. The most memorable event of this 3-5-2 thingy was that under BR where Stevie G slip and resulted in the painful loss against Chelsea in April 2014.

I think that game was Gerrard playing as the registra. It was a flat back 4 iirc. Skrtel and Sakho the two CBs

Juan Mata has been spotted on Merseyside ahead of finalising �30M move to Everton from Man Utd

Great signing !!

Was excited from the earlier part of the sentence....but...

Why Everton? Why not Liverpool??!!

My view on why this system is no longer popular is due to the lost art of sweeper. In the most ideal set up, the back 3 should comprise a sweeper and 2 stoppers. The sweeper not just the last man but also expected to bring the ball forward in an offensive transition from the back. Else, the only way is to go long or utilise the wing backs. Also, with 3 at the back, it will always be tough to break down the opponents unless you can transit very fast in counters.

3 v 1 no doubt will offer defensive solidarity but most opponents will try to exploit with pace on the wings or using of false 9. The CBs are usually not fast and will hate being taken on 1 v 1 with a winger when being dragged wide. Playing a false 9 against such a system is better as you leave the 3 CBs virtually no one to mark The central CB will have to be experience enough to make the call on when to track the F9 and when to just let him roam.

Conte rumoured to wanting Bonucci. If he wants to implement a 3-CB system, he probably will need to have the central one at least who knows how to operate in it. To get a defensive central pair working together as a unit is already tough. So imagine you are trying to have 3 working together.

Like I always said, there is no perfect formation or system. What you need to assess is how suited are your players and how easy your opponents can exploit the weakness in that system.

Anyway, there are slight difference in how Germany setup to counter Italy. Same back 3 but they use a 3-4-2-1 with Ozil as a False 9 with Muller and Gomez in support. Italy using 3-5-2

Quite detailed info.

Yes. 352 is not new in BPL. Liverpool used it to very good effect under Bendan Rodgers. However, at that time they had Suarez, healthy Sturridge and good attitude Sterling in Attack.

So opponents were so busy defending, that they couldn't attack.

Also, the wingbacks were wonderful!

Hope Conte can bring some players who are effective in these areas.

Then we'll really have a scary looking team!

Go Conte! Go Chelsea!

Was excited from the earlier part of the sentence....but...

Why Everton? Why not Liverpool??!!

Man U player coming directly to Liverpool? Unlikely.

Also don't think he suits Klopp's style.

This is exciting news ............ [smash]

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�158m on Luis Suarez and Toni Kroos

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Yahoo : Hot Football Transfer Gossip: Man City��target Suarez and Kroos�, Man Utd��make �100m Pogba swoop�

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After five months of reading his name and seeing his face and thinking about his medals, the day has finally arrived when Manchester City fans can reach out and touch Pep Guardiola. The stubbly Spanish genius will be officially unveiled by the club today, and if the Sunday Mirror is to be believed he is planning on making quite the entrance.

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Having already sanctioning the relatively low-key signings of Nolito and Ilkay Gundogan, the tabloid reports that Pep is poised to ramp things up in a rather big way by spending a combined total of �158m on Luis Suarez and Toni Kroos.

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Barcelona forward Suarez is apparently �open to the �85m move� on the condition that he can �persuade his wife and family to leave Spain�. For Manchester. Could be a tough sell. He�d probably also prefer it if City were anywhere near as good at football as Barcelona are.

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Kroos, meanwhile, has another four years left to run on his Real Madrid contract and has just won the Champions League and reached the Euro 2016 semi-finals, so he�s probably quite happy for things to stay exactly as they are. But City are apparently going to offer Real his �63m release clause anyway, just to see what happens.

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Not to be outdone, Manchester United are prepared to complete the worst piece of business in football history by spending a world record fee of �100m on Paul Pogba, four years after they let him go for nothing.

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The Mail on Sunday says the Red Devils are willing to pay Pog a �250,000 a week wage that would give him the means to have everything he�s ever wanted in life, apart from Champions League football.

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There is also a big-money battle heating up on Merseyside, where Liverpool have reportedly joined Everton in the race to sign Zenit St Petersburg midfielder Axel Witsel, reports the Mirror.

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The Toffees� hopes of having a free run at the �30-rated Belgian have apparently been scuppered by Paris Saint-Germain�s �22m signing of Sevilla�s Gregorz Krychowiak, who was the Reds� number one midfield target (Marca).

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There is a similar tussle going on in north London, with the Sun reporting that Tottenham are attempting to �thrash out� a �38m deal for Inter striker Mauro Icardi, who is also wanted by Arsenal.

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The bad news for Spurs fans is that this bid could be almost entirely funded by the sale of goalkeeper Hugo Lloris, who the Sunday Mirror says is a �35m target for Real Madrid and he �could well be tempted� to go.�

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The Sun on Sunday adds that others who could leave White Hart Lane include Ryan Mason, who is linked with a �10m move to Hull, and Nacer Chadli, for whom Borussia Dortmund are said to be �preparing a �12m swoop�.

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Elsewhere, Middlesbrough a set to seal the �11.5m transfer of Atalanta�s Dutch midfielder Marten de Roon (Gazette), Chelsea have �won the race� to sign �30m Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly (Mirror) and Robin van Persie has been put up for sale by Fenerbahce and offered to Crystal Palace and West Ham (Sun). Which might sound fun until you see what he earns.

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Not sure about the other but I think I can confidently say that Suarez won't happen.

Also, Witsel is not on Pool's wanted list as far as I know.

Also, Witsel is not on Pool's wanted list as far as I know.

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Not surprise at all.

Torres worth 50m many many year back.. :a-fun: � :a-fun:

With all the inflation, bigger transfer fee and his goal rate, 85m is way way too cheap liao lo

Was excited from the earlier part of the sentence....but...

Why Everton? Why not Liverpool??!!

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Udinese is making it difficult for Klopp to get Zielinski.

After the initial bid was rejected, Pool have now matched Napoli's bid of �14m but still get rejected.

Few speculations:

1) Udinese looking at higher upfront payment;

2) Napoli offered a player, Zuniga as part of the deal. He will be loan to Watford once sign by Undinese;

3) Napoli unhappy about Klopp's public courting of the player and Zielinski public display of disrespect by wearing the Liverpool jersey.

This one is turning into a bigger soap opera than Gotze's

Pachuca forward Hirving Lozano will join Manchester United after the Olympics. (MEN)

4th signing for Jose

Udinese is making it difficult for Klopp to get Zielinski.

After the initial bid was rejected, Pool have now matched Napoli's bid of �14m but still get rejected.

Few speculations:

1) Udinese looking at higher upfront payment;

2) Napoli offered a player, Zuniga as part of the deal. He will be loan to Watford once sign by Undinese;

3) Napoli unhappy about Klopp's public courting of the player and Zielinski public display of disrespect by wearing the Liverpool jersey.

This one is turning into a bigger soap opera than Gotze's

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Zielinski should just say he loves Udinese

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kiss the badge, say he never wants to ever leave

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and then sign for Liverpool.

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Pep: "I have to know my players. Hug them - kick their a***! One of my dreams was to play here as a footballer. Now my dream has come true."

I wonder is the script prepared for him regardless of which club he joins. Playing for Man City? Ok Pep.

Pachuca forward Hirving Lozano will join Manchester United after the Olympics. (MEN)

4th signing for Jose

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This is a good buy..

Hopefully he wont turn out to be another Depay

Luis Suarez is worth £85m ............

If there's a transfer, i think Liverpool might get some of this.

This is a good buy..

Hopefully he wont turn out to be another Depay

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I hope he is more like an

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Angel Di Maria or Radamel Falcao

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AZ Alkmaar striker Vincent Janssen has apparently rejected a move to West Ham as he prefers to join Spurs

Wondering why the media reports that 29 years old Argentinian Gabriel Mercado is being targetted by Liverpool's Klopp?

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Is he that good as a CB or RB?

Piotr Zielinski will officially be a Napoli player either today or tomorrow - (Tele Club Italia)

That's good if true. End the drama

Wondering why the media reports that 29 years old Argentinian Gabriel Mercado is being targetted by Liverpool's Klopp?

Is he that good as a CB or RB?

Not sure whether there is a truth in this. Don't think he can get a work permit though.

Oleksandr Zinchenko joins Manchester City from FC Ufa

Never heard of the player nor the club.

Oleksandr Zinchenko joins Manchester City from FC Ufa

Never heard of the player nor the club.

Yah me too, never heard of Manchester city before [laugh]

Mata's agent has met with Everton, player prefers move home to spain to join Valencia.

This is interesting. PSG's Blaise Matuidi reportedly authorised by France NT to fly to England earlier today for transfer talks.

The timing is strange even if true

Crystal Palace saw their initial bid of �25m for Benteke rejected last week but they're upping that to �31.5m.
[James Pearce]

Hopefully this one can resolve fast.

According to Guardian, base bid only �27m. Addons rising to �31.5m

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Crystal Palace to raise bid for Liverpool�s Christian Benteke to record �31.5m.

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Crystal Palace to raise bid for Liverpool�s Christian Benteke to record �31.5m.

https://www.theguard...nteke-liverpool

�60m spent on a Belgium sub over 2 summers.

Pool spent �1m to relegate Villa.

Pep: "I have to know my players. Hug them - kick their a***! One of my dreams was to play here as a footballer. Now my dream has come true."

I wonder is the script prepared for him regardless of which club he joins. Playing for Man City? Ok Pep.

He mixed up the teams in the city, maybe?

�60m spent on a Belgium sub over 2 summers.

Pool spent �1m to relegate Villa.

Ha ha... that's the price to pay for beating pool at anfield twice in recent years...

Klopp's personal plea secured Grujic's work permit

Didn't realise he might have issue with WP. Also confirmed Grujic will wear No.16

Crystal Palace to raise bid for Liverpool�s Christian Benteke to record �31.5m.

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Hopefully to accept and Let's Move On :)

Hopefully to accept and Let's Move On :)

Can see him scoring a hattrick against us next season when we lose 3-1 to Palace

Can see him scoring a hattrick against us next season when we lose 3-1 to Palace

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[mad] �Please use this to wash your mouth every half an hour� :yeah-im-not-drunk:

Can see him scoring a hattrick against us next season when we lose 3-1 to Palace

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that's a given !!� [:p]

Can see him scoring a hattrick against us next season when we lose 3-1 to Palace

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:a-t2622:
Hopefully it's only happening in the reserve team.

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But if palace wants Ben, can propose special deal, like 20 m plus that Bolasie, who always made life difficult for us? That guy like got 4 lungs, always running opp ragged whenever i see him play. Should be good for Klopp's game... just that his skills so-so only...

This season will be a exciting one.

I forsee quite a number of upset results as teams are quite balance throughout in spending and having some superstars even in the lesser known clubs.

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Just hope Klopp can do magic and propel Pool back in top flight soccer and win that EPL in this few yrs

So rich already still want to take advantage of State!!

Damn this Barca, Real and other Spanish teams........

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BRUSSELS: The EU on Monday (Jul 4) ordered seven Spanish football clubs including Barcelona and Real Madrid to pay back millions of euros (dollars) in illegal state aid.

The European Commission said Spanish government support, including tax breaks and overpriced land transfers, gave the clubs an "unfair advantage" over others.

The other clubs were Valencia, Athletic Bilbao in the Spanish top flight and Atletico Osasuna, Elche and Hercules in the second division.

The decision followed a two-and-a-half year investigation.

"Using taxpayers' money to finance professional football clubs can create unfair competition," EU Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager said in a statement.

"Professional football is a commercial activity with significant money involved and public money must comply with fair competition rules. The subsidies we investigated in these cases did not."

Barcelona vowed to fight the ruling on Monday, saying they had broken no laws.

"We have applied Spanish legal norms exhaustively. In this way Barcelona has nothing to answer for," club spokesperson Josep Vives told a press conference.

"The club will defend itself and its fans against this abusive interpretation and application of the law."

Under European Union anti-trust rules, governments are not allowed to provide state aid to commercial enterprises if it distorts market competition.

The EU ordered Spain to recover unpaid tax of up to �5 million (US$7 million) from each of Barcelona, Real, Athletic Bilbao and Atletico Osasuna.

The exact sums would be determined by Spanish authorities, it said.

It said the four clubs were treated as non-profit organisations, which pay a lower tax rate than other professional clubs registered as limited liability companies.

Real Madrid was meanwhile ordered to repay �18.4 million after the Commission found that the City of Madrid overvalued a land transfer from the club to the city by that amount.

Meanwhile, the Commission said that Valencia, Hercules and Elche were given access to overly favourable loan terms when they were in financial difficulties.

Valencia has to repay �20.4 million, Hercules �6.1 million and Elche �3.7 million.

Separately, the European Commission cleared support given to five Netherlands clubs - FC Den Bosch, MVV Maastricht, NEC Nijmegen, Willem II Tilburg, and PSV Eindhoven - saying it did not involve illegal state aid.

- AFP/de

Everton boss Ronald Koeman eyes reunion with Graziano Pelle and is considering move for Wales hero Hal Robson-Kanu

Yah me too, never heard of Manchester city before

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I think they were famous for a few years

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when God played there. Then he rejoined

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Liverpool and no one knows what happened

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to them since.�

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Crystal Palace to raise bid for Liverpool�s Christian Benteke to record �31.5m.

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That means he lost us 1,000,000.00 pounds.

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Jose Mourinho launches charm offensive as Manchester United aim to beat Real Madrid to France and Juventus star Paul Pogba

With Neymar staying put. This will be the biggest transfer of this window if it happens.

Jose Mourinho launches charm offensive as Manchester United aim to beat Real Madrid to France and Juventus star Paul Pogba

With Neymar staying put. This will be the biggest transfer of this window if it happens.

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Think RM will clinch it if both go for it (With the same amount of $$)

Think RM will clinch it if both go for it (With the same amount of $$)

Agree on that. It will be interesting to see what happen if Man Utd bid but RM don't. Will Pogba move or stay at Juventus

JM to be unveiled as Man United Mgr this morning at OT.

This article sums up what he brings to United, pros and cons.

He is the type of Mgr that u will either love or hate, no in between.

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Jose Mourinho unveiling: Get set for the man who can banish the ghosts of Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United

Portuguese will bring drama, waste, gambles - and trophies to Old Trafford

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It was what Sir Alex Ferguson didn�t say about Jose Mourinho in his autobiography which was most significant.�

�Not a word on why he hadn�t encouraged Manchester United to make him his successor in 2014; just references which indicated he always felt there was more to Mourinho�s success at Stamford Bridge than man-management. �He is a greater leader and spectacular manager but it did not hurt that he spent �100m during his first season at Chelsea,� Ferguson wrote. Mourinho�s way certainly doesn�t equate with his own.

The events of the past four days, with United committing �200,000-a-week to 34-year-old Zlatan Ibrahimovich, then allowing Ryan Giggs to walk away, represent what Ferguson would always have feared Mourinho might bring.�

The current pursuit of Juventus� Paul Pogba, in what may prove to be an �80m transfer, would also be anathema to the former manager, and embarrassing, since it was his distaste for the boy�s demands for money which persuaded him to let him leave for nothing, only four years ago.

But for all that, the man who will step through a side door shortly before 11am in Old Trafford�s Europa Suite on Tuesday � the third new manager to be presented in that room in as many years � has the capacity to extinguish the ghost of Ferguson. That alone makes his arrival deeply necessary. As Ferguson�s successors have fallen by the wayside, the collective memory of his achievements has grown to such a level that it haunts the club. A nuclear option is required to allow United to leave the past behind.

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Mourinho is not good news for the career prospects of United�s academy players. The potential of a chance discovery � which Marcus Rashford and Tim Fosu Mensah were last season � immediately recedes. But so will the shadow of Ferguson on the wall. ��

Expect Ferguson to feature today, as he has generally tended to do on these introductory occasions in the Europa Suite � a room which really needs to be renamed or else not used for managerial unveilings at all. David Moyes� first mention of Ferguson came 16 words into his own first press conference. It was 18 minutes before Louis van Gaal referenced �Sir Alec� in his. With his keen ear for choreography, Mourinho will lean closer towards the Moyes method.

Wayne Rooney has been central to the discussion on the two previous such occasions. It was two summers ago that Mourinho attempted to sign him from United after returning as Chelsea manager. He has already made the right noises � last week declaring Rooney to be England�s best �for over a decade�.�But the balance of dependency between player and club has shifted since Moyes�fended off Mourinho and Rooney signed a new contract which felt like a new signing for United in February 2014. Still new to the midfield goal Van Gaal eventually found for him, his future is more uncertain now.

The challenge for Rooney will be greater if Pogba does arrive, with the view from France on Monday being that the appeal of playing for Mourinho makes that a growing prospect. United�s past two years have been far more about demonstrating they are still a world power as actually becoming one and the statement of intent Pogba would represent heightens the appeal of securing him.�

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Ibrahimovich appeals for the same reason. He brings razzle-dazzle into a side which had begun to look grey under van Gaal, and a level of attraction that will help the club to expand the range of commercial partners which allow them to fund those players who might actually provide a greater guarantee of success.

The prospect of Ibrahimovich matching the 38 goals he brought in 51 PSG appearances last season�is more remote amid the far greater competition of the Premier League. Not in the remotest circumstance would Ferguson have sanctioned breaking the club�s transfer record for a 34-yer-old. He only paid out heavy to deprive other clubs of players they wanted to keep.�

This is what Mourinho brings though: spending, churn, gambles, waste, suffering for those who fail to deliver quickly. And trophies. And box office stories. It helps that he will find far fewer impediments to shaping United�s spending to his will than at Chelsea or Real Madrid, with no technical director standing in his way.�

Not since his four years as a Barcelona�s assistant manager, in the last century, has Mourinho lasted more than 72 months in one place and no one will be betting the house on this being anything other than a whirlwind ripping through Old Trafford. By 2020, United will probably be starting again, though the achievements of Ferguson will probably have been laid to rest. �For me the challenge is always first and not fourth,� van Gaal said at his introductory press conference, which was ironic in retrospect. For Mourinho, fourth does not even enter the conversation.

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JM to be unveiled as Man United Mgr this morning at OT.

This article sums up what he brings to United, pros and cons.

He is the type of Mgr that u will either love or hate, no in between.

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Hope he can do what is expected of him to do. :yuush:

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At least 3rd in standing. Anything below is a poor result for him after spending�so much .. :pissed-off:

Crystal Palace are close to finalising a �12m move for James Tomkins. (Source - Evening Standard)

Palace is on a shopping spree

This is interesting. PSG's Blaise Matuidi reportedly authorised by France NT to fly to England earlier today for transfer talks.

The timing is strange even if true

Apparently he is going Man Utd

Agree on that. It will be interesting to see what happen if Man Utd bid but RM don't. Will Pogba move or stay at Juventus

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I think i read before that he is not interested to go to Man Utd.

His target move is to either RM, Barce or BM�

Jose Mourinho launches charm offensive as Manchester United aim to beat Real Madrid to France and Juventus star Paul Pogba

With Neymar staying put. This will be the biggest transfer of this window if it happens.

If Pogba indeed do join Man U, it would be the biggest irony in footballing history. It goes one full circle.

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A comedy of human error in evaluation of players with potential �undergoing development who may bloom later than expected.

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After all Man U is a rich club with lots of $$$ to burn.

Another article on 3-5-2 but the author feels it will not catch on at club level:

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DEAL DONE: Swansea have signed Leroy from Queens Park Rangers. 3-year deal. (Source: )

New Southampton kits for 16/17.

Not a bad job by UA I must say.

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Quite nice. Virgin logo very swee.

Valencia have signed Portuguese international Nani on a three- year deal.

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Two latest rumours:

Kante close to a move to Real Madrid.

Man City is close to complete the signing of Leroy San� for �40m

RVP is linked with the EPL champion

RVP is linked with the EPL champion

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5 years late?

wah, the special one just SUANED fat looney big time sia� [laugh]

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"Yes, his passing is amazing but mine is also amazing without pressure"

Klopp's axe is wielding. Possible outgoing with bids on table.

Benteke -> Palace �27m (�31.5m)
Skrtel -> Fenerbahce �5.5m
Canos -> Norwich �2.5m
Alberto -> Sevilla �5m

�40m to recoup.

wah, the special one just SUANED fat looney big time sia

"Yes, his passing is amazing but mine is also amazing without pressure"

Actually if you read his whole msg it was more on promoting Rooney to be a no. 8 or no. 10 ie support striker rather than having him in MF. It will be Zlatan n Rooney upfront with Rashford backing up. That said, I don't remember JM playing with 2 upfront during his second Chelsea stint??

Ha ha... that's the price to pay for beating pool at anfield twice in recent years...

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To many MU fans, it's (sorry to steal from Visa) priceless as the defeats keeps LFC at sweet young 18.
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Klopp's axe is wielding. Possible outgoing with bids on table.

Benteke -> Palace �27m (�31.5m)
Skrtel -> Fenerbahce �5.5m
Canos -> Norwich �2.5m
Alberto -> Sevilla �5m

�40m to recoup.

Can use to buy which players?

Looks like Conte facing competition for Bonucci.

Reports in Italy said that Juventus has rejected a �45m bid for Bonucci from Man City

Looks like Conte facing competition for Bonucci.

Reports in Italy said that Juventus has rejected a �45m bid for Bonucci from Man City

Wha so ex ah? Think he's 29yrs old already n for a defender it's expensive but he's a good one!
Real defender, comfortable on the ball n good passer as well. Amazing how the Italians always produce this kind of defenders over the years

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Thứ Bảy, 17 tháng 9, 2016

Football transfers summer 2016: News, rumours and tip-offs part 5

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