According to Andre Villas-Boas, his club's most prized asset at the moment is not for sale at any price. Despite being linked with an expensive move away to Real Madrid, Spurs reiterates that Bale will be at the club when next season starts. It is unclear whether the player himself wants to move but even if he does stay, he will almost certainly move after next season. Bale may feel that while he may be very good, it's still not enough for Spurs to qualify let alone do well in Europe since most of his team mates are as good as he is and so to have domestic and European success he may have to play elsewhere. We can expect this story to run until the player himself issues a statement on this.
Thursday, June 27, 2013
FIORENTINA SET SIGHTS ON MARIO GOMEZ
Apparently, Mario Gomez has said that he'd like to play in Serie A and Fiorentina may sell Stevan Jovetic to make that happen. Jovetic was rumoured to join Juventus but now things have changed after Juventus signed Carlos Tevez from Manchester City.
MICAH RICHARDS WANTED BY BAYERN MUNICH
Micah Richards is reportedly wanted by Bayern Munich. It is understood that the talented Englishman is also a target of Inter Milan but now it has emerged that the Bavarian club are also interested. This would be something the player may seriously consider as he tries to revive his career following his lack of playing time due to injuries and stiff competition at Manchester City.
SUAREZ IRKS LIVERPOOL ON MADRID ISSUE
Liverpool are not happy with Luis Suarez after reports suggested that the Anfield man has agreed personal terms with Real Madrid. Liverpool had said that Suarez would have to hand in a transfer request if he wanted to leave the club but until now he has not done so.Should the Uruguayan leave, Liverpool would expect a sizeable transfer fee as they look to purchase in-demand Henrikh Mkhitaryan. The latter failed to turn up for preseason training with his club after being frustrated about a possible failed move to Liverpool.
SPURS TO DISCUSS POSSIBLE MOVE WITH DAVID VILLA
Tottenham’s new technical director Franco Baldini will hold talks with Barcelona striker David Villa this week. The Barcelona ace who did well for Spain in recent major tournaments has spent less time on the pitch since returning to the side after injuring his tibia. Liverpool are also believed to be considering a move for Villa as replacement for Luis Suarez. Villa may feel he still has one more World Cup left in him and with Spain's abundance of riches, he may be willing to move away from the Nou Camp to ensure his place in the national side.
LIVERPOOL TRANSFER NEWS
28/6/13
IN
1.gerard deulofeu (barcelona)
OUT
1. luis suarez (real madrid)
IN
1.gerard deulofeu (barcelona)
2.henrikh mkhitaryan (shakhtar donetsk)
3.oussama assaidi (PSV)
3.oussama assaidi (PSV)
OUT
1. luis suarez (real madrid)
2. pepe reina (barcelona)
Wednesday, June 26, 2013
BENITEZ WANTS TO BRING CALLEJON TO NAPOLI
Corriere dello Sport reports that Rafael Benitez has specifically asked for the signing of Jose Callejon from Real Madrid. This may serve as a precaution in the event Napoli star, Edinson Cavani leaves the club. Napoli was also considering a move for Gonzalo Higuain but have resigned to losing the Argentine to Arsenal.
MKHITARYAN NOW A TRANSFER TARGET FOR DORTMUND
Borussia Dortmund have made a formal bid for the Shakhtar star who was reported missing few days ago. However, Dortmund's bid is believed to be below Shakhtar's asking price so Liverpool may still be able to get their man. Dortmund is moving swiftly to replace the talented Robert Lewandowski who is wanted by rivals Bayern and a host of other big clubs. It is unclear who Mkhitaryan himself fancies but a failed move to Liverpool has been cited as a reason for the player's absence from training few days ago.
INTER MAY SIGN MICAH RICHARDS
Micah Richards who is known to be talented but plagued by injuries in recent times, is reportedly wanted by Inter Milan. Manchester City have an embarassment of riches so Richards has had subtantial limited playing time. This affects his chances of playing for the national team so if this Inter rumour is true, he may actually fancy a move to Italy.
BRENDAN RODGERS INTERESTED IN PSG WINGER
According to Liverpool Echo, talented PSG winger, Jeremy Menez, who used to play for Roma is now prepared to leave PSG following Carlo Ancelotti's departure from the club. Although Brendan Rodgers has already made some notable signings this transfer window, he may feel that having a winger like Menez makes Liverpool's attack more potent. Stewart Downing has not had the impact Brendan would have hoped for and Raheem Sterling is still very young and had problems off the pitch recently.
ARSENAL TO BID FOR REINA
Arsene Wenger is looking to replace the inexperienced Wojciech Szczesny with Pepe Reina. It is believed that now that Liverpool have signed Simon Mignolet from Sunderland, Pepe Reina will almost certainly leave Anfield. Reina is nearing his 30s and will feel that if he's going to push Iker Casillas for the number 1 spot for Spain for the coming World Cup, the time would be now. Mignolet's arrival would mean limited playing time for Reina as Mignolet had an outstanding season with Sunderland.
MOYES TO CONVINCE ROONEY TO REMAIN AT OLD TRAFFORD
The Daily Mirror report that David Moyes will try to convince Wayne Rooney to stay at Old Trafford. The Scot will 'try to make peace' when Rooney reports back for training at the start of July in the hope of switching the focus to his pre-season plans. The unsettled Rooney is wanted by Real Madrid, Manchester City, Chelsea and now Barcelona.
CHELSEA UNWILLING TO MEET CAVANI'S RELEASE CLAUSE
Initially Chelsea had agreed to purchase Napoli star, Edinson Cavani based on his release clause but according to the Daily Star, Roman Abramovich wants a cheaper Cavani. It is still unclear which club Cavani fancies, with his new manager Benitez wanting the star to remain at Napoli as part of his long term plan to revitalise Napoli.
LIVERPOOL TRANSFER NEWS
27/6/13
IN
1.gerard deulofeu (barcelona)
OUT
1. luis suarez (real madrid)
IN
1.gerard deulofeu (barcelona)
2.henrikh mkhitaryan (shakhtar donetsk)
OUT
1. luis suarez (real madrid)
2. pepe reina (barcelona)
Tuesday, June 25, 2013
THE NEGATIVE EFFECT OF ANCELOTTI'S APPOINTMENT ON PREMIER LEAGUE TEAMS
Apart from someone like Jose Mourinho, few managers have the pulling power to attract talented players to their club.When Real Madrid announced that Carlo Ancelotti had joined them, the fears of many clubs, in particular English clubs, came true. Ancelotti's desire to revitalise Real Madrid after Mourinho's disastrous spell at the Bernabeu may have a negative effect on certain possible big name transfers.
Isco, who some thought may join Manchester City from Malaga, is now believed to welcome a move to Real Madrid. Chelsea who are also looking to strengthen with a new man at the helm, is interested in Cavani but may now resigned to losing the Napoli star to Real Madrid. The same with Tottenham who are looking to replace Emmanuel Adebayor with Paulinho who may now lose the latter to Real Madrid. It is not yet known whether Wayne Rooney may consider moving to the Bernabeu if Madrid came calling rather than the Nou Camp but given what could happen with the other big name transfers, it could be a possibility.
While Mourinho's time at Real Madrid is regarded at a failure by many, one suspects the same is unlikely to happen to Ancelotti. This could be what La Liga needs to revitalise itself after Iniesta claimed Mourinho did more harm than good for Spanish football during his time in Spain.
Isco, who some thought may join Manchester City from Malaga, is now believed to welcome a move to Real Madrid. Chelsea who are also looking to strengthen with a new man at the helm, is interested in Cavani but may now resigned to losing the Napoli star to Real Madrid. The same with Tottenham who are looking to replace Emmanuel Adebayor with Paulinho who may now lose the latter to Real Madrid. It is not yet known whether Wayne Rooney may consider moving to the Bernabeu if Madrid came calling rather than the Nou Camp but given what could happen with the other big name transfers, it could be a possibility.
While Mourinho's time at Real Madrid is regarded at a failure by many, one suspects the same is unlikely to happen to Ancelotti. This could be what La Liga needs to revitalise itself after Iniesta claimed Mourinho did more harm than good for Spanish football during his time in Spain.
MANCHESTER UNITED TO LAUNCH MASSIVE CAVANI BID
In a desperate attempt to cover for Wayne Rooney's possible departure from the club, Manchester United have launched massive bid for Napoli's Edinson Cavani. While new manager Rafa Benitez would like to hold on to Cavani, his hands may be tied if the price is right. Barcelona are also believed to have joined the chase for Rooney's signature.
ARSENE MAY JOIN PSG NEXT SUMMER
In a story which I find bizarre, some reports in France are suggesting that Arsene Wenger, who's been at Arsenal for as long as I can remember, may leave the club to manage Paris St-Germain (PSG) at the end of next season.
I guess maybe some feel that if he's not allowed to spend big money on improving the squad, he may want to leave. Arsenal are a well run club but for some reason, the management is reluctant to spend even when the club look like they need reinforcements to seriousy challenge other top clubs.Some Arsenal fans may start to feel nervous.
EVERTON EYE HONDA
Keisuke Honda from CSKA Moscow is wanted by Everton's new manager, Roberto Martinez who is looking for someone to replace Marouane Fellaini. However, the English club have to fend off competition from Milan for the Japanese star's services.
LIVERPOOL TRANSFER TARGET MKHITARYAN GOES MISSING
Shakhtar Donetsk claim that Henrikh Mkhitaryan has gone AWOL (absent without leave) after failing to turn up for a pre season training camp in Austria. Some reports in Ukraine are suggesting that the player is aggrieved that his purported move to Liverpool has not materialised. The club is now considering taking action against their player should they find his behaviour inexcusable and without justification.
LIVERPOOL TRANSFER NEWS
26/6/13
IN
1.christian tello (barcelona)
OUT
1. luis suarez (real madrid)
IN
1.christian tello (barcelona)
2.lucas piazon (chelsea)
3.henrikh mkhitaryan (shakhtar donetsk)
3.henrikh mkhitaryan (shakhtar donetsk)
OUT
1. luis suarez (real madrid)
2. pepe reina (barcelona)
MILAN TARGETS JAPANESE STAR HONDA
Milan target Keisuke Honda believes a move to a bigger club will bring out the best in him. Honda, 27, is contracted to Russian Premier League's CSKA Moscow until December this year but after starring for club and country, a move seems likely.“I don’t know where I’ll be taking the next step yet, but I know I’ve got a chance to play for a big club. I have until August so I’ll wait and see,” Honda told The Japan Times.“If I go to a big club, I’ll become an infinitely better player. The improvement I’ll make then will be anything but minor.“I’m the type to soak up everything and anything in my surroundings, and if I play with better players, I’ll get better. It’s how I’ve been able to get this far in my career.” If Honda does move to the Serie A, he will follow in the footsteps of a certain Japanese legend, Hidetoshi Nakata who played for Roma as well as Yuto Nagatomo at Inter.
MILAN OWNER BERLUSCONI GIVEN JAIL SENTENCE
Former Italian prime minister and Milan owner Silvio Berlusconi has been sentenced to seven years in prison.Berlusconi – who is also the honorary president of the Serie A club – was found guilty of paying for sex with an underage prostitute and was banned from holding a position of public office, pending appeal. Berlusconi's lawyers will now prepare an appeal. Berlusconi will not serve his sentence pending the outcome of the appeal which can take years.
LIVERPOOL TARGET WILLIAMS PREFERS ARSENAL
It's no secret that Liverpool and Brendan Rodgers in particular are targetting Swansea's Ashley Williams because of Jamie Carragher's retirement last season. Unfortunately for Liverpool, according to the Daily Telegraph, Williams will inform manager Michael Laudrup that he prefers to move to Arsenal. The only stumbling block for Williams, assuming Daily Telegraph is right, is Swansea's valuation of the player, which Arsenal feels is too high.
Monday, June 24, 2013
ANCELLOTTI AND ISCO INCH CLOSER TO REAL MADRID MOVE
Real Madrid is close to getting their preferred replacement for Jose Mourinho. Their preference for Carlo Ancellotti is hardly surprising as the PSG man has also done well at Juventus, Milan and Chelsea, both domestically and in Europe. Real Madrid hopes that by having a reputable manager like Ancellotti at the helm, bright young prospects like Isco of Malaga would consider moving to the Bernabeu. An agreement has been reached between Laurent Blanc and PSG which now paves the way for Ancellotti to go to Spain.
LEWANDOWSKI BAYERN MOVE IN DOUBT
Manchester United's possible bid for Borussia Dortmund's Lewandowski have been given a major boost after new Bayern Munich manager, Pep Guardiola hinted that he may be prepared to walk away from the Dortmund man. United is looking for a replacement for Wayne Rooney who has hinted he may be prepared to leave his club unless new manager David Moyes refutes Sir Alex Ferguson’s claim that he handed in a transfer request last season. Guardiola's statement may come as a shock to many who felt sure that the Dortmund star would join Bayern. Lewandowski is also wanted by Chelsea as Mourinho rates him highly, even when he was still at Real Madrid.
TOTTENHAM MAY BID FOR BENTEKE
Spurs have expressed interest in Liverpool target Christian Benteke. The Aston Villa man has not openly expressed his desire to leave his current club but may consider a move away from Villa if he feels he has a better chance of winning silverware elsewhere. Spurs are interested in David Villa as are Liverpool but Villa is expected to join Fiorentina instead. Andre Villas-Boas is looking to replace Emmanuel Adebayor who is widely rumoured to leave Spurs before the start of next season.
BALE EXPECTING TO MOVE TO REAL MADRID
Last season's PFA Player of Year winner, Gareth Bale is expected to demand a move to Real Madrid in the coming weeks when he meets Spurs' chairman, Daniel Levy. It is believed that Real Madrid are willing to spend big before the start of next season by bringing in highly rated Bale from Spurs and Edinson Cavani from Napoli. Since Spurs will miss out on Champions league football next season Bale may want to move to a club with good prospects for major silverware. If Bale does move to the Bernabeu, he may be joined by Cavani from Napoli to bolster Real Madrid's attacking force that already includes the likes of Christiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema.
LIVERPOOL TRANSFER NEWS
25/6/13
IN
1.christian tello (barcelona)
OUT
1. luis suarez (manchester city)
IN
1.christian tello (barcelona)
2. lucas piazon (chelsea)
OUT
1. luis suarez (manchester city)
2.jordan henderson (unknown)
SHOULD LUIS SUAREZ STAY OR GO?
Ill treatment of Suarez and his
family
I
recall watching a press conference on Fox Sports Asia where Luis Suarez spoke
candidly about how he and his family have been treated by the media and the
public. He recalled this one time when he and his
family were in Manchester "....... I was walking in a shopping Centre near
Manchester and three or four guys asked me for a photo. While we were posing
for it my wife said to me: 'Luis, get out of the photo.' She noticed they were
making biting gestures. I was with my wife and my daughter. Things like that
get on your nerves. My wife was on the brink of tears and the blokes ran off
laughing. You get tired of stuff like that." He has also said that he is
followed everywhere by media, in Shopping Centre’s and even his back garden.
Unfair
treatment by FA
I
was actually surprised when John Terry received what I thought was less severe
punishment than Suarez for racially abusing another player. There was solid
evidence of Terry’s wrongdoing but he only got banned for 4 games while Suarez
got banned for 8 games even though the evidence against him was sketchy (Patrice Evra’s
word against his). In Terry’s case they had lip readers confirming what Terry
had said to Anton Ferdinand but Terry still
only ‘escaped’ with a 4 match ban. I think because Suarez feels the FA was too
harsh on him and the club did not support him fully during this ordeal and
during the Ivanovic ordeal, he may not give 100% on the pitch and at a time
when the club’s closest rivals are strengthening and there’s a lot at stake in
the game now, Liverpool cannot afford this.
Exceptional talent
Racism and biting aside, Suarez is an exceptional talent. Kenny Dalglish
had good reasons to sign him and make him wear the famous number 7 shirt. For
some, if not for the racism and biting controversy, Suarez would have beaten
Bale to the PFA Player of the Year award. Suarez gives Liverpool something
different, which, should he stay, may enable them to seriously challenge for a
top 4 finish. With Suarez upfront, the Liverpool midfielders always know they
have options as he is a game changer while opposing defenders always have to be
on their guard with Suarez on the pitch.
Verdict
He should leave but only for a good price and for a genuine top
club. Liverpool can use proceeds from the sale of Suarez (if he leaves) to buy
3-4 reasonably good players. His reputation in England is already ruined, not
just as a footballer but as a person so remaining at Anfield in the longer term
is unwise. If you look at players who stayed at the club for a long time like
Hypia, Dudek and even Hamann, none of them got into trouble as much as Suarez
has in such a short period. We can only hope that wherever he goes, he stays
out of trouble and just allow his football to do the talking.
Sunday, June 23, 2013
HOW SHOULD LIVERPOOL REPLACE JAMIE CARRAGHER?
The
man
When Jamie Carragher
announced his retirement from the game, I was sad but not entirely surprised.
As he was reaching his mid 30s, I felt that his game was slipping a little. He
could no longer catch forwards like he used to and sometimes his tackling was
reckless. Although he grew up supporting Everton, he ended up playing for
Liverpool and even retired as a Liverpool player. He could’ve joined other
bigger clubs in Europe but decided to only play for Liverpool. He showed what
it meant to be a “one man club” and the true meaning of loyalty.
Liverpool legend Carragher |
Possible
Carragher long term replacements
When I heard Kolo Toure
was being considered for Carragher’s position, I was not happy because for me
although Toure is experienced, he is not the long term solution. I also never
rated him in the same bracket as people like Carlos Puyol, Ricardo Carvalho and Paolo Maldini. The only things I like about us signing him is
the fact that he was available on a free. So if Brendan doesn’t sign some more
defenders before the start of next season, then I hope he’d seriously consider
bringing in some more defenders in the next window. Below are just some players
I’d consider buying if I were him to give Liverpool’s defence an added boost.
- Kyriakos
Papadoupolos (Schalke)
He
has said he wants to remain at his current club but I’ve been a football fan
long enough to know that that’s not always the case when a players comes out
and says that.
Why
he’s a good buy?
He’s
still only 21 and yet he’s done really well at a good club in a respectable
league (remember how well German teams have been in recent Champions League
outings). However, even if he doesn’t mind leaving Schalke, Liverpool face
strong competition from the likes of Milan, Chelsea and Zenit St Petersburg and
because of his good performance last season, he’d costs around £19 million and
we’re not sure whether FSG would be willing to spend so much on a defender.
Kyriakos |
- Toby
Alderweireld (Ajax)
Unlike
most players linked with Liverpool, Toby has indicated that he’d be open to
join the club after declaring “Liverpool meets my criteria”.
Why
he’s a good buy?
Same
reason as the Kyriakos. He’s only 23 and also won titles at Ajax. My only
concern is Liverpool’s absence from Europe next season which may deter a young
ambitious player like him from coming to Anfield and the prospect of playing
under little known Brendan Rodgers. Let’s be honest, the current manager is no
Mourinho or Guardiola and apart from money, players also look at who’s managing
the club before deciding whether to join a particular club.
Alderweireld |
3. Ashley
Williams (Swansea)
This
player will always be linked with Liverpool for so long as Brendan Rodgers
remain manager of the club as both Ashley and Brendan have Swansea links.
Why
he’s a good buy?
Unlike
some of the other players linked with replacing Carragher, Williams has the
experience of playing in the Barclays Premier League and thus doesn’t need time
to adjust to life here. The only stumbling block would be his price tag as he’s
highly rated not just by his current club but even Liverpool legend Ian Rush.
Williams |
4. Raul
Albiol (Real Madrid)
Another
good player but with limited playing time due to competition from Sergio Ramos
and Raphael Varane. Already 27 and with the array of talent in the SApinish
squad, he may have to seek his fortune elsewhere if he is to make the Spanish
squad for the coming World Cup.
Why
he’s a good buy?
Anyone
who’s even good enough to sit on the bench of a club like Real Madrid must be
considered ‘good’. I know at other clubs, he’d probably be in the first team.
He’s not a lousy player but gets limited playing time because he’s playing for
the wrong club and is of the wrong nationality.
Albiol |
My
pick
I’d
sign Albiol rather than Williams but given that Toby is younger and has won titles
at Ajax, I’d sign him even if I’d have to spend more than £25million. Plus,
it’ll send a strong message to critics who argue that Liverpool lacks ambition
and cannot challenge for the top 4.It would also help raise Brendan’s profile
as a manager. After all, signing lesser known players from low tier clubs won’t
endear you to fans.
LIVERPOOL TRANSFER NEWS
24/6/13
IN
1.nacer chadli (fc twente)
OUT
1. luis suarez (napoli/real madrid)
IN
1.nacer chadli (fc twente)
2. victor wanyama (celtic)
3. danny rose (spurs)
OUT
1. luis suarez (napoli/real madrid)
Saturday, June 22, 2013
LIVERPOOL TRANSFER NEWS
23/6/13
IN
1.christian tello (barcelona)
OUT
1. luis suarez (napoli/real madrid)
IN
1.christian tello (barcelona)
2. ashley williams (swansea)
OUT
1. luis suarez (napoli/real madrid)
Friday, June 21, 2013
MIGNOLET TO JOIN LIVERPOOL NEXT WEEK
It'll be official when he arrives next week for his medical and signs the relevant papers.It's been a long wait but Liverpool finally have their man.There's a lot uncertainty surrounding Reina who in the last few weeks hinted he'd be willing to leave Liverpool for a bigger club, prompting speculation he could return to Barcelona where he had started his career.
Thursday, June 20, 2013
SHAKHTAR DENY MKHITARYAN LIVERPOOL LINK
Rumoured
to be on Liverpool’s radar, Mkhitaryan created history in the Ukrainan league
by scoring 25 goals. His current club however denies that there has been any
kind of communication between Shakhtar and Liverpool. Shakhtar would like to
hold on to their best players but would be willing to let go of their prized
asset should there be a reasonably good offer for the player. If the £22
million man does leave, he wouldn’t be the first to leave the Ukrainan league
for a better league. Remember Shevchenko?
The
Ukrainian league is not as popular as some of the other leagues in Europe so
unless you live in Ukraine, you may not get to watch Mkhitaryan on television that
often. If that’s the case, watch the video below for an idea of what we can
expect from this talented Armenian if he does join Liverpool.
video credit: Serge Production/SMcomps
LIVERPOOL TRANSFER NEWS
21/6/13
IN
1.oscar cardozo (benfica)
OUT
1. pepe reina (barcelona)
IN
1.oscar cardozo (benfica)
2.diego capel (sporting lisbon)
3.luis alberto (sevilla)
4.balazs dzsudzsak (dinamo moscow)
OUT
1. pepe reina (barcelona)
WHO I’D REPLACE SUAREZ WITH?
As
much as we all love ‘world class’ players, they costs a lot of money and
because they’re ambitious, they wouldn’t want to join a club that’s not going
to be playing in the Champions League next season. The following list takes
into account these things:
1. CHRISTIAN BENTEKE
This Belgian has had an arguably
better season than fellow countrymen Eden Hazard. Not only did he do well at
Genk prior to this but he also scored a lot of goals in his debut season in the
Barclays Premier League and also saved Aston Villa from relegation. The only
stumbling block would be Villa’s asking price as they’d want 30-40 million for
their prized asset and FSG (Liverpool’s current owners) are probably unwilling
to spend all that money on just one player.
2. DAVID VILLA
This guy did really well for club
and country before he injured his tibia. After returning from injury, his
playing time has been substantially limited and at 31, he’s willing to go somewhere
else if it would mean more playing time. I don’t think at this stage in his
career, he’d be thinking too much about money. I believe, he’d want more
silverware and this would require more playing time so leaving Barcelona may be
his only option. The only problem for Liverpool is that clubs like Arsenal and Tottenham
are also interested and can also offer Champions League football, a competition
perceived to be more prestigious than Europa League (not that that would matter
since Liverpool won’t be in Europe at all next season).
I rate this player highly because
he’s proven himself at the highest level for both club and country and is unlucky
to find himself on his way out at Real Madrid since the whole club and not just
he did miserably last season. My only concern would be Liverpool trying to fend
off competition from the likes of Arsenal and Juventus, who unlike Liverpool
will feature in next season’s Champions League. However, if Liverpool somehow manage
to convince Higuain that his future lies with them, it may help attract other
big names to the club. This is especially crucial because of the club’s absence
from Europe next season and the lack of appeal of manager Brendan Rodgers. You only need to look at the certain Mourinho
to understand the latter.
4. LOIC REMY
How he ended up at a club like
QPR is anyone’s guess. After Marseille, many thought he’d join a ‘big’ club but
were shocked when he chose QPR. Now that the club’s relegated and he’s scored
enough in his debut season to suggests he can do better at a bigger club, Anfield
is a possible destination. Unlike most names tipped to replace Suarez should he
leave (with the exception of Benteke), Remy has the experience of playing in
the Barclays Premier League so needs no time to adjust to life here. However, just
like most players tipped to replace Suarez, Remy may fancy Champions League football
rather than an absence of European football
altogether. With Mourinho back at Chelsea, Bale staying at Tottenham and
Pellegrini managing City, it would take a miracle for Liverpool to qualify for
Europe and at 26, Remy may feel it’s Arsenal or Tottenham is a safer bet when it
comes to qualifying for Europe should those clubs be interested in his
services.
5. EDINSON CAVANI
There’s no doubting Suarez’s
quality and Cavani’s a readymade replacement, having done well in Italy.
Ironically though, they’d have to negotiate with a certain former Liverpool
manager for the sale of Cavani. Having made a huge loss on Andy Carroll, it’ll
be interesting to see whether FSG would be willing to risk paying more than 45
million again on a player. Personally, I’d still pay a huge sum for someone
like Cavani because the situation with Carroll was different. Cavani’s had
success with a good club in a tough league and has done reasonably well for his
country. The only concern would be the lack of Champions League football and
the prospect of playing under a manager who has yet to prove himself at his
level.
I’m no football expert but there
is every chance Suarez will leave and even if he doesn’t, who’d want to keep an
unhappy player? Liverpool needs to find a replacement fast and FSG may have to
rethink their transfer policy. Quality doesn’t come cheap and the situation is
made worse nowadays by clubs like Chelsea, PSG and Manchester City who buy
players at inflated prices which then affects everyone else. It’s good to leave
pricing to market forces but I think the current situation warrants some
intervention by FIFA or it’ll damage the game in the long term. What’s Financial
Fair Play rules for again?
Wednesday, June 19, 2013
LIVERPOOL TRANSFER NEWS
20/6/13
IN
1.matheus biteco (gremio)
IN
1.matheus biteco (gremio)
2.henrikh mithikharyan (shakhtar donetsk)
3.kyriakos papadoupolos (schalke)
4.christian atsu (porto)
5. simon mignolet (sunderland)
5. simon mignolet (sunderland)
OUT
1. luis suarez (napoli)
2. pepe reina (barcelona)
3. martin skrtel (unknown just yet)
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