Barcelona's star striker Samuel Eto'o has been given a 'stratospheric offer' by Manchester City, the Barcelona president Joan Laporta has revealed
The 28 year old superstar from Cameroon has just one year left on his contract
And it has been rumoured that Eto'o will leave the European Champions this summer
Manchester City, the richest club in the world have been linked with every player going since the season ended
And they recently signed Roque Santa Cruz from Blackburn Rovers
However, City manager Mark Hughes appears to be far from finished with his summer spending spree
It appears that he is more determined than ever to add Eto'o to his squad
Laporta claims that City's offer would make him the highest paid player in the world
A deal that may even eclipse the recent one penned by Cristiano Ronaldo with Real Madrid
The Barcelona president claims that Eto'o wants to stay with the club
But he concedes that the offer may be too good for them to refuse
He also confirmed that if they lost Eto'o, they would have to seek a replacement for him
Interviewed on Catalan radio station iCat FM
He said ' Samuel Eto'o has received a stratospheric offer from City'
That would convert him into the highest paid player in the world'
It has started to become clear that he has this monster offer' he continued
Although he wants to stay, an offer like this is very hard to refuse'
He concluded by saying 'If Eto'o accepts this offer, we will have to bring someone else in'
Monday 29 June 2009
Bafana Bafana
Late Brazil goal breaks Bafana Bafana hearts, Samba stars progress to final to face giant-killers USA, the Host Nation were defeated by a goal from a Daniel Alves set piece
Despite being clear underdogs, South Africa showed no signs of tension or intimidation in facing Brazil, blowing on their vuvuzelas throughout, the crowd's confidence equalled the team's.
South Africa's defence battled throughout and contained Brazil's attacks for far longer than anticipated, Steven Pienaar in particular shone as he constantly put his body on the line in defence and often joined South Africa's attacking moves although Kaka and Maicon constantly tested the defence they were frustrated by a series of astute tackles and well-timed interceptions.
Although Pienaar played brilliantly, Kaka put on too strong a performance, Kaka was growing into the game slowly with bursts from midfield and series of shots on goal, but his chances were foiled either by goalkeeper Itumuleng Khune or the defence, a brilliant save by Cesar denied The Boys a great chance during the second half.
Brazilian manager Dunga seemed confident his side would make a breakthrough, it wasn't until ten minutes remained in the game before he made a change to the line-up, he appeared to be relying on the brilliance of Robinho, Luis Fabiano and Kaka to make the difference.
One substitue that came on in those last ten minutes was Barcelona fullback Daniel Alves and it was that substitution that made all the difference in the game, he broke Bafana hearts by curling a sweetly-struck free-kick into the net, with only four minutes remaining, the dream of a shock result was broken.
Despite being clear underdogs, South Africa showed no signs of tension or intimidation in facing Brazil, blowing on their vuvuzelas throughout, the crowd's confidence equalled the team's.
South Africa's defence battled throughout and contained Brazil's attacks for far longer than anticipated, Steven Pienaar in particular shone as he constantly put his body on the line in defence and often joined South Africa's attacking moves although Kaka and Maicon constantly tested the defence they were frustrated by a series of astute tackles and well-timed interceptions.
Although Pienaar played brilliantly, Kaka put on too strong a performance, Kaka was growing into the game slowly with bursts from midfield and series of shots on goal, but his chances were foiled either by goalkeeper Itumuleng Khune or the defence, a brilliant save by Cesar denied The Boys a great chance during the second half.
Brazilian manager Dunga seemed confident his side would make a breakthrough, it wasn't until ten minutes remained in the game before he made a change to the line-up, he appeared to be relying on the brilliance of Robinho, Luis Fabiano and Kaka to make the difference.
One substitue that came on in those last ten minutes was Barcelona fullback Daniel Alves and it was that substitution that made all the difference in the game, he broke Bafana hearts by curling a sweetly-struck free-kick into the net, with only four minutes remaining, the dream of a shock result was broken.
Thursday 25 June 2009
25,000 expected for Ronaldo's presentation
The Bernabeau prepares for world record signing at Real Madrid
Despite no update whether or not Ronaldo has agreed personal terms
When that deal is assured it would complete his move from Manchester United
The Spanish and global media are already preparing for the pomp and circumstance of his formal presentation
It has been widely reported that Real's latest Ballon d'Or winner will be paraded on July 6th
At the Santiago Bernabeau where 25,000 fans are expected to witness Ronaldo wear the famous white shirt for the first time
It is believed that the 'White House' have already begun ironing out details for the event
The sports paper has speculated that the presentation will begin at 2000 CET
Thus allowing fans who work during the day to attend the presentation
TV Channels would also be able to show the presentation at 2100 on their late news shows
The current record attendance for the presentation of a new player is held by Robinho
When 11,000 fans showed up at the Bernabeau on August 26th, 2005 to see the Brazilian in the flesh for the first time
Zinedine Zidane, the former World Cup winner with France
Currently has the media attendance record for the presentation of a new player
400 journalists were in attendance during his unveiling
Ronaldo's unveiling is expected to surpass that number with ease
The world record signing is expected to attract 500 or more journalists on his day
With reporters from over 25 countries expected
Despite no update whether or not Ronaldo has agreed personal terms
When that deal is assured it would complete his move from Manchester United
The Spanish and global media are already preparing for the pomp and circumstance of his formal presentation
It has been widely reported that Real's latest Ballon d'Or winner will be paraded on July 6th
At the Santiago Bernabeau where 25,000 fans are expected to witness Ronaldo wear the famous white shirt for the first time
It is believed that the 'White House' have already begun ironing out details for the event
The sports paper has speculated that the presentation will begin at 2000 CET
Thus allowing fans who work during the day to attend the presentation
TV Channels would also be able to show the presentation at 2100 on their late news shows
The current record attendance for the presentation of a new player is held by Robinho
When 11,000 fans showed up at the Bernabeau on August 26th, 2005 to see the Brazilian in the flesh for the first time
Zinedine Zidane, the former World Cup winner with France
Currently has the media attendance record for the presentation of a new player
400 journalists were in attendance during his unveiling
Ronaldo's unveiling is expected to surpass that number with ease
The world record signing is expected to attract 500 or more journalists on his day
With reporters from over 25 countries expected
Wednesday 24 June 2009
Confederations Cup Final
Former Manchester United defender Gerard Pique wants the prestige of playing Brazil
Spain won all three of their group matches, concluding with a 2-0 win over South Africa which puts them into a semi-final clash with the USA on Wednesday, the other semi final will be played Thursday evening between Brazil and South Africa, which sets up a potential final between two of the biggest footballing nations in the world and Pique who as part of Barcelona's treble winning squad this season and he has said that defeating the South American stars would give the match more precedence
But that Spain must not think about the final yet as they have a semi final to play first, it is clear' he continued ' that a win over Brazil in the final would hold more value and prestige' he continued ' We know the level of Brazil and that it is one of the best in the world'
Qualifying for the semi final stage Brazil scored three times in beating World Champions Italy
Spains three Group A victories meant that the European Champions have won fifteen straight games, the winning streak stretches back to the first game of Euro 2008 against Russia
Beating the USA in the semi final would stretch their unbeaten run to 36 games, an astonishing run for Vincente del Bosque's team
Gerard Pique did warn the rest of the side about the United States, the American side did beat African Champions Egypt 3-0 to reach this far, Pique concluded the press conference by saying 'The US played a superb match yesterday' they managed to beat Egypt, that proves they high -level players'
Spain won all three of their group matches, concluding with a 2-0 win over South Africa which puts them into a semi-final clash with the USA on Wednesday, the other semi final will be played Thursday evening between Brazil and South Africa, which sets up a potential final between two of the biggest footballing nations in the world and Pique who as part of Barcelona's treble winning squad this season and he has said that defeating the South American stars would give the match more precedence
But that Spain must not think about the final yet as they have a semi final to play first, it is clear' he continued ' that a win over Brazil in the final would hold more value and prestige' he continued ' We know the level of Brazil and that it is one of the best in the world'
Qualifying for the semi final stage Brazil scored three times in beating World Champions Italy
Spains three Group A victories meant that the European Champions have won fifteen straight games, the winning streak stretches back to the first game of Euro 2008 against Russia
Beating the USA in the semi final would stretch their unbeaten run to 36 games, an astonishing run for Vincente del Bosque's team
Gerard Pique did warn the rest of the side about the United States, the American side did beat African Champions Egypt 3-0 to reach this far, Pique concluded the press conference by saying 'The US played a superb match yesterday' they managed to beat Egypt, that proves they high -level players'
Monday 22 June 2009
Fulham join race for young striker
The young Italian has attracted many offers from around the continent
Currently playing for the Italian team in the under 21 European Championships. Inter have said that they would let Robert Acquafresca go despite his good season on loan with Cagliari last year
It has been reported that he would like to move to a club where he would be guaranteed a first team place but Robert denies this, he has said recently that he will not be making any decisions until the European Championships in Sweden have finished
And that a guaranteed first team place with a new club is not that important he said that he would just like the possibility to play
A move to Genoa was on the cards after he left Treviso, after that deal broke down, Fulham joined the chase for his signature
Fulham called me personally on the phone' he claims
Each offer must be considered and I may move abroad' he has also stated
Fulham are looking to strengthen their side for the upcoming season and the forthcoming 'Europa League'
Currently playing for the Italian team in the under 21 European Championships. Inter have said that they would let Robert Acquafresca go despite his good season on loan with Cagliari last year
It has been reported that he would like to move to a club where he would be guaranteed a first team place but Robert denies this, he has said recently that he will not be making any decisions until the European Championships in Sweden have finished
And that a guaranteed first team place with a new club is not that important he said that he would just like the possibility to play
A move to Genoa was on the cards after he left Treviso, after that deal broke down, Fulham joined the chase for his signature
Fulham called me personally on the phone' he claims
Each offer must be considered and I may move abroad' he has also stated
Fulham are looking to strengthen their side for the upcoming season and the forthcoming 'Europa League'
Sunday 21 June 2009
Lee Bowyer transfer to Bolton or Birmingham?
According to the Manchester Evening News Bolton wanderers are interested in joining the battle for West Ham midfielder Lee Bowyer.
The midfielder has been on loan at Birmingham since January, he has been in talks with Birmingham but has yet to make a decision.
Bowyer helped Birmingham regain their premiership status last season so they are keen to maintain his services continue.
No resolution to talks with Birmingham has been made, and now Bolton are showing interest in the midfielder.
Lee Bowyer player profile
Age: 32
Le was born 3/1/1977
Birth place: Canning Town, London, England
Height 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)
Player position: Midfielder
Clubs played for:
Charlton Athletic 1993–1996
Leeds United 1996–2003
West Ham United 2003
Newcastle United 2003–2006
West Ham United 2006–2009
Birmingham city (on loan) 2009
Bowyer also played nationally for England in 2002.
The midfielder has been on loan at Birmingham since January, he has been in talks with Birmingham but has yet to make a decision.
Bowyer helped Birmingham regain their premiership status last season so they are keen to maintain his services continue.
No resolution to talks with Birmingham has been made, and now Bolton are showing interest in the midfielder.
Lee Bowyer player profile
Age: 32
Le was born 3/1/1977
Birth place: Canning Town, London, England
Height 1.75 m (5 ft 9 in)
Player position: Midfielder
Clubs played for:
Charlton Athletic 1993–1996
Leeds United 1996–2003
West Ham United 2003
Newcastle United 2003–2006
West Ham United 2006–2009
Birmingham city (on loan) 2009
Bowyer also played nationally for England in 2002.
Thursday 18 June 2009
Valencia striker David Villa
David has made a decision regarding his future, he has stated that he already knows where he wants to be.
Barcelona and Real Madrid are leading the chase for the in-demand striker, who is also reportedly wanted by giants Manchester United, Liverpool and Chelsea.
David Villa earlier stated his wishes to stay in Spain and after scoring the winner in his country's 1-0 Confederations Cup win over Iraq he said he knew where his future lies.
Valencia do not want to sell, but their financial position means a transfer seems inevitable.
"I have made my decision," Villa told the press after the game in Bloemfontein when he was yet again quizzed about his future.
"My agent knows my wishes, and he is now working on that - so I am relaxed.
"There is no deadline on the subject, and I really do not have any more details as this whole thing is not totally dependent on me."
All About David Villa
Age: 27 D.O.B 3 December 1981
Club: Valencia
Position played: Striker
Squad No: 7
Born: Tuilla, Spain
Players height: 1.75m
Villa is a Spanish international. He first made his debut for the team in 2005.
David has since participated in two major tournaments, the 2006 FIFA World Cup and UEFA Euro 2008.
He was a high achiever scoring three goals at the 2006 World Cup and proceeded to be a top scorer at Euro 2008 with four goals.
From the summer of 2008, there is now a David Villa Camp being held every first week of July in the Centro Regional de Deportes de La Morgal.
Barcelona and Real Madrid are leading the chase for the in-demand striker, who is also reportedly wanted by giants Manchester United, Liverpool and Chelsea.
David Villa earlier stated his wishes to stay in Spain and after scoring the winner in his country's 1-0 Confederations Cup win over Iraq he said he knew where his future lies.
Valencia do not want to sell, but their financial position means a transfer seems inevitable.
"I have made my decision," Villa told the press after the game in Bloemfontein when he was yet again quizzed about his future.
"My agent knows my wishes, and he is now working on that - so I am relaxed.
"There is no deadline on the subject, and I really do not have any more details as this whole thing is not totally dependent on me."
All About David Villa
Age: 27 D.O.B 3 December 1981
Club: Valencia
Position played: Striker
Squad No: 7
Born: Tuilla, Spain
Players height: 1.75m
Villa is a Spanish international. He first made his debut for the team in 2005.
David has since participated in two major tournaments, the 2006 FIFA World Cup and UEFA Euro 2008.
He was a high achiever scoring three goals at the 2006 World Cup and proceeded to be a top scorer at Euro 2008 with four goals.
From the summer of 2008, there is now a David Villa Camp being held every first week of July in the Centro Regional de Deportes de La Morgal.
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