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Robinho could be in line for a shock return to the Premier League with Chelsea.

Blues boss Andre Villas-Boas has been alerted over the former Manchester City star who could leave Ac Milan if the Italians clinch a deal for City outcast Carlos Tevez.

Milan would exceed their quota of foreign players if they signed Tevez.

Top clubs across Europe have been advised that Robinho or fellow Brazilian Alexandre Pato, 22 – another Chelsea target – could be off-loaded to make room for the Argentinian star.

SOURCE: Sunday People

Robinho was of course reportedly very close to moving to Stamford Bridge back in the summer of 2008 but decided at the last minute to move to Man City, a move that didn’t work out too well for the former Real Madrid man. After a good opening season at the club the change of manager left the Brazilian looking for a new club and after a loan spell at Santos a move to the San Siro was secured.

The 27 year old has been consistent since his move to Ac Milan but has seen his first team starts reduced this term and has managed just three goals in 13 matches and a move to the West London club may well interest Robinho.

Andre Villas-Boas is apparently set to lose Nicolas Anelka and Didier Drogba is yet to sign a new deal and could leave in the summer. Fernando Torres is off form and therefore there may well be a need to bring in another attacking option, perhaps Robinho fits the bill?

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Leandro Damiao has been at the top of his game in the past month, accumulating 9 goals in his past 10 games in all competitions. Three of these goals helped lead his team to victory in the Recopa Sudamericana over Independiente. Further to this, he scored 17 goals in just 13 State Championship matches at the beginning of the year. Such a record is extremely impressive and not to be ignored.

Damiao has one particular ability that sets him apart from a typical Brazilian striker. That is the aptitude to score any type of goal, from acrobatics to headers. His competence in the air, giving the option for him to be deployed as a quality target man, is something that has been missing from previous Brazil squads.

Indeed his rich vein of form has not gone unnoticed, garnering interest and repeated bids from Tottenham Hotspur. He is seen by many as one of the fastest rising prospects in South American football and his club are awaiting a bid that will match that label. It is unlikely that he will move during this transfer window, as it coincides with the middle of the Brazilian domestic season.

Mano Menezes has also recognised the consistently first-rate performances of the young striker, rewarding him with a place in the Brazil squad to face Ghana on September the 5th.

After a disappointing Copa America, Menezes has drafted in new players to his squad as they begin to prepare for the World Cup. Damiao will provide Brazil with a different option up-front, a similar role played by Fred at the Copa America. However, Fred’s goal scoring ability is questionable and so the Internacional forward may well be the ideal replacement.

Brazil struggled in the Copa America as they did not have enough diversity among their attacking options. Whilst Pato, Neymar and Robinho are all extremely adept at taking on and committing players, there was no focal point to the attack. Damiao could take on that mantel. He offers the option to play the ball into someone who will hold the play and involve his team mates, as well as being a threat in the area.

However, some believe the faltering performances of late have been due to the pressure placed on young, inexperienced Brazilian players. Neymar and Ganso were both given key roles in the Copa America and arguably struggled with the responsibility placed upon them. So how will the introduction of Damiao, with only 2 previous international caps, be any different?

The answer coming in that Brazil have no competitive fixtures, despite the Confederations Cup in 2013, until the World Cup in 2014. This will enable Damiao to be integrated into the team comfortably, gaining more experience playing in the national colours.

This could begin against Ghana on Monday, if he is offered enough playing time. Performing in the majority of the country’s friendly games, as well as the Confederations Cup would provide part of a solid preparation for the World Cup.

When coupling this with the likelihood he will simultaneously be playing at the highest level in club competition, Damiao will be well equipped to lead the line for his country. A move to Europe will aid his ability to perform under great amounts of pressure, which will hold him in good stead for the World Cup.

The Internacional man will be almost 25 when the World Cup begins in Brazil and can turn himself into an integral part of his national team’s line up. With a bit of luck on the way he could become one of Brazil’s most accomplished players and a catalyst for a change in fortunes of the Brazilian national team.

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After a 7 minute delay in La Plata, the game between Brazil and Venezuela finally got underway. Neymar and Ganso both started for Brazil and it would be interesting to see how they dealt with not being favourites for the tournament. Perhaps it would enable them to play with that classic freedom and flair that are so often declared as traits of the Brazilian game. The excitement and anticipation of the crowd added to the buzz surrounding the game.

Brazil came out the blocks quickly and the game was stretched from the beginning. Early attempts never really troubled Vega in the Venezuela goal but both Alexandre Pato and Neymar looked in good form with such delicate control. The front four of Ganso, Robinho, Neymar and Pato were linking up well but could not seem to create that clear cut opportunity to get a goal.

The Brazilian defence did not look solid and Rondon looked like he had the power to make something of nothing up top for the Venezuelans, but the first real chance fell to Brazil. Dani Alves undertook one of his customary surges down the right wing before squaring the ball into the box to Pato. The Milan striker rolled the ball out of his feet and slammed it goalwards. His shot rattled the crossbar and the Brazilians could not maintain the pressure despite some moments of flair from Neymar.

Pato had another opportunity after a long ball from Ramires which he controlled sublimely, plucking it out of the air with one touch as he peeled off a defender. His shot could match the majesty of his touch and was straight into the keepers body, who despite spilling the ball briefly, had enough time to re-gather it. Brazil were playing some great football but just seemed to be trying to do too much and pass the ball in to the net. While their play was pleasing on the eye, they needed something more clinical in and around the box as they struggled to work Vega.

There was a penalty claim in the 39th minute when Neymar played a perfectly weighted ball into the path of Robinho in a 3-on-2 situation. The Brazilian tried to roll the ball back across the goal towards the far post. He beat the keeper but Vizcarrondo got back to block the shot with what looked to be his arm. The referee did not give the decision and the replays showed that he had made the correct choice as it hit the Venezuelans shoulder.

For all their possession, at the end of the first half Brazil had not scored and they went into the break still goalless. They started and finished strongly but the majority of the game lacked chances, and of the few there were, the finishing was poor.

The second half began just as stretched as the first but Brazil again struggled to create anything. Ganso was ineffectual and Neymar was pleasing to watch but not producing anything worthwhile.

Venezuela were by know means holding out for a draw and had their own chances as the match drew on. Arango caught the Brazilian defence napping and won the ball back in the opposing half. He clipped a lovely ball in towards Rondon but there was too much power and Julio Cesar caught the cross. They followed this up with a swift counter attack that saw a number of passes move the ball across the pitch from right to left where it reached Arango. His shot was not up to par and he snatched at it, dragging it across the goal without troubling Julio Cesar.

Lucas Moura, Elano and Fred all came on but did not have the desired impact. The game ended 0-0 which was a fantastic result for Venezuela. They will be extremely pleased with their result but the Brazilians will be wondering were it all went wrong. They struggled to create chances and were not clinical enough. Perhaps they paid the price for a fairly inexperienced forward line and needed something to give them another dimension, which I am unsure as to whether Fred has the quality for.

They need to be more clinical and could do with a player like Leandro Damiao or Hulk leading the line but Menezes has left them out of the squad. There are times when a different approach may be needed to help open up a defence and create chances, a more direct one perhaps. However Menezes squad selection will make this difficult to achieve. Questions will be asked back in Brazil as to whether this squad has enough experience to succeed after this display.

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25. Joe Cole (West Ham, Chelsea, Liverpool)

24. John Salako (Crystal Palace, Bolton Wanderers, Fulham, Charlton)

23. John Barnes (Liverpool, Newcastle United, Charlton)

22. Gordon Strachan (Leeds United, Coventry City)

21. Stewart Downing (Middlesbrough, Aston Villa)

25. Tomas Brolin, Parma to Leeds United, £4.5m, 1995

24. Edin Dzeko, Wolfsburg to Manchester City, £27m, 2011

23. Ade Akinbiyi, Wolves to Leicester, £5.5m, 2000

22. Eric Djemba-Djemba, Nantes to Manchester United, £3.5m, 2003

21. Michael Owen. Real Madrid to Newcastle United, £16m, 2005

20. Alberto Aquilani, Roma to Liverpool, £20m, 2009

19. Stephane Guivarc’h, Auxerre to Newcastle United, £3.5m, 1998

18. Sean Dundee, Karlsruhe to Liverpool, £2m, 1998

17. Bebe, Vitoria de Guimaraes to Manchester United, £7m, 2010

16. Chris Sutton, Blackburn Rovers to Chelsea, £10m, 1999

15. Kleberson, Atletico Paranaense to Manchester United, £6.5m, 2003

14. Per Kroldrup, Udinese to Everton, £5m, 2005

13. Francis Jeffers, Everton to Arsenal, £8m, 2001

12. Juan Sebastian Veron, Lazio to Manchester United, £28.1m, 2001

11. Juan Sebastian Veron, Manchester United to Chelsea, £15m, 2003

10. Ramon Vega, Cagliari to Tottenham Hotspur, £3.5m, 1997

9. Marco Boogers, Sparta Rotterdam to West Ham United, £1m, 1995

8. Sergei Rebrov, Dynamo Kiev to Tottenham Hotspur, £11.5m, 2000

7. Bosko Balaban, Dynamo Zagreb to Aston Villa, £6m, 2001

6. Winston Bogarde, Barcelona to Chelsea, free, 2000

5. Robinho, Real Madrid to Manchester City, £32.5m, 2008

4. Afonso Alves, Heerenveen to Middlesbrough, £12.7m, 2007

3. Massimo Taibi, Venezia to Manchester United, £4.5m 1999

2. Fernando Torres, Liverpool to Chelsea, £50m, 2011

1. Andriy Shevchenko, Milan to Chelsea, £30m, 2006

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AC Milan striker Robinho believes his side will beat Tottenham on Wednesday and progress to the quarter-finals of the Champions League.

The Serie A leaders arrive in North London 1-0 down after the first-leg of the last 16 clash.

But the 27-year-old Brazilian is convinced his side will emerge victorious if they keep their focus and cope better with Tottenham’s attacking powers.

“I honestly believe we can win in England,” he told UEFA.com. “Our goal is to comeback from England having qualified for the next round of the Champions League.”

“We will have to change our attitude and be even more focused. If we concede a goal things will become even more difficult, but anything can happen in football.

“Unfortunately, we lost the home leg in a difficult match. And we conceded a goal when we were playing better. But that does not mean we cannot win there.

“They play in a different way, focusing on physical strength, plenty of crosses into the box. I think they will play exactly the same way again.”

Robinho joined Milan from Manchester City late in the summer transfer window and he has eyes on winning the greatest prize in European club football.

“It is a great competition and unfortunately I haven’t had the opportunity to win it,” he added.

“So I hope to become a European champion here with Milan. It is a competition I love playing in, a difficult one, the toughest in European football. We hope to win it this season.”

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Carlos Tevez will rejoin Brazilian club Corinthians, according to the Manchester City’s striker agent Kia Joorabchian despite the Argentine having three years left on his Eastlands contract.

Venky’s, the chicken farming chain who own Blackburn Rovers, are attempting to lure Brazilian superstars Kaka and Robinho to Ewood Park this summer after failing to land Ronaldinho.

Sheffield Wednesday boss will bring West Ham duo Benni McCarthy and Herita Ilunga to Hillsborough on-loan with the East London club willing to pay 80% of their wages.

Controversial midfielder Joey Barton may sign for German team Hamburg after stalling on contract negotiations with Newcastle United.

Liverpool will not sell Alberto Aquilani for £5million and are holding out for £11m. The Italian midfielder returned to Serie A after a disappointing first season at Anfield and has subsequently impressed.

Galatasaray have joined the growing list of clubs interested in the services of Arsenal striker Andrey Arshavin. The Turkish giants are also keeping a close eye on Danish international Nicklas Bendtner who is reportedly losing patience as he continues to see his first team chances wither away.

West Ham will sign Inter Milan striker Victor Obinna when he will be a free agent, regardless whether the club survive relegation.

Kenny Dalglish and Sir Alex Ferguson will recommence battle in the transfer market as both clubs are chasing Celtic’s Honduran defender Emilio Izaguirre.

Sir Alex Ferguson is lining up a £40m bid for Palermo playmaker Javier Pastore after sending scouts to watch him star against Napoli.

Manchester United are considering a move for Feyenoord striker Luc Castaignos despite the teenager reported to be close to sealing a £6m summer transfer to Inter Milan.

Tottenham Hotspur manager Harry Redknapp says he may make another bid for Blackpool’s Charlie Adam, having narrowly missed out on the striker on transfer deadline day.

Carlos Tevez to re-join Corinthians says agent.

Source: Daily Express

Blackburn to lure Kaka and Robinho to Ewood Park

Source: Setanta

League One side Sheffield Wednesday want West Ham duo.

Source: Daily Mirror

Newcastle midfielder set for surprise £6m Bundesliga move

Source: caughtoffside.com

Liverpool not budging on £11m fee for Aquilani as Juventus prepare bid for Kop flop

Source: Daily Mail

Arsenal Pair linked with £20m move to Turkish giants Galatasaray.

Source: caughtoffside.com

West Ham will sign Inter Milan striker Victor Obinna in the summer.

Source: talkSPORT

Liverpool and Manchester United to battle over £10m defender

Source: Sportingo

Manchester United want £40m Javier Pastore as Paul Scholes successor.

Source: tribalfootball.com

Manchester United will battle Inter Milan for £6m Feyenoord striker Luc Castaignos.

Source: caughtoffside.com

Tottenham to make summer move for £10m nemesis.

Source: Sportingo

In other news. The following players are linked with the following clubs.

Blackpool: Charlie Adam to Tottenham

Tottenham: Luka Modric to Man United

Arsenal: Andrei Arshavin to Galatasaray, Samir Nasri and Cesc Fabregas to Barcelona

Liverpool: Martin Skrtel and Daniel Agger to Wolfsburg

Sunderland: Asamoah Gyan to Man United,

Celtic: Biram Kayal to Man United

Everton: Jack Rodwell to Man United, Leighton Baines to Man United, Marouane Fellaini to Tottenham

West Ham: Carlton Cole to Newcastle United, Scott Parker to Tottenham, Benni McCarthy to QPR

Chelsea: Nicolas Anelka to PSG, Didier Drogba to Galatasaray, Florent Malouda to Fluminese, Gael Kakuta to Marseille

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Robinho is due to arrive in Italy on Tuesday morning to complete a move on loan from Manchester City to Ac Milan.
The Serie A giants are confident of tying up a deal that would see the Brazilian join on a season-long loan, with the option to complete a permanent move next summer.
It seems increasingly likely that England has seen the last of the sublimely talented forward who show his game in the Premier League after becoming a British record £32.5million signing from Real Madrid two years ago.
Reports in Italy suggest he will have to halve his £160,000 a week wages to secure an exit from Eastlands but has boarded a private plane to Milan happy that a fresh start is imminent.
There is still some work to do before the clubs agree the details, but it is claimed he could eventually end up a permanent fixture at Milan for a fee of just £15m – rising to £16.5m with add-ons – on a four-year deal. (Daily Mail)

It seems that Ac Milan are willing to make their move for the Brazilian and perhaps see him as a natural partner for newly arrived Zlatan Ibrahimovic, which would of course beg the question, “Where does Alexandre Pato go”. Marco Borriello could be on his way out of the San Siro which would leave room for the Man City man, but could he end up sitting on the bench at the Serie A club?

Roberto Mancini seemed unwilling to give the former Real Madrid man much of a look in since he arrived to replace Mark Hughes and a loan move to Santos last season seemed to confirm that the 26 year old had no future at Eastlands.

This move will apparently start out as a loan deal but if the Premier League side are lucky they may end up getting back around 50% of the big fee they paid for the talented striker back in 2008.

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Manchester City forward Robinho has emerged as a transfer target for Ac Milan should they fail to land Zlatan Ibrahimovic.

The Brazil international is facing an uncertain future at Eastlands having spent the second half of last season on loan in his homeland with Santos.

City boss Roberto Mancini has a wealth of attacking options at his disposal and it is believed the club are ready to let their record signing move on.

Robinho joined the ambitious Premier League outfit as their first big-money arrival following the takeover by Sheikh Mansour when he was purchased in a £32.5million deal from Real Madrid in 2008. (Sky Sports)

So are Ac Milan taking a big risk by considering a move for the Brazilian? Or is there a chance of scoring something of a bargain by looking into brining the former Real Madrid man to the San Siro? There are reports suggesting that so keen is Roberto Mancini to rid the club of the 26 year old that he is willing to take around £14-16m to cut their losses.

Clearly there are issues behind the scenes and in the dressing room that have made the chances of Robinho ever representing Man City an impossibility, however that doesn’t mean that on pure footballing terms he would walk into the team, wouldn’t he?

The talented attacked had a great first season at Eastlands but then the sacking of Mark Hughes pretty much seemed a death knell for the player who then went out on loan to Santos in order to keep himself match fit ahead of a World Cup that he did fairly well in.

The idea he may go to AC has a lot to with whether the new boss Massimiliano Allegri can find the funds to land Barcelona forward Zlatan Ibrahimovic, which seems unlikely as Barcelona want silly money for the Swede, making a move for second choice Robinho a distinct possibility.

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