by offsidetrap on August 7th, 2008
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Arsene Wenger had to fight like hell to keep striker Emmanuel Adebayor at the club this summer. After beating Barcelona and AC Milan back numerous times, the club ended up shelling out the cash to keep him at the Emirates until 2012. While Adebayor surely made things difficult for the Arsenal brass, a certain Dutch […]
by offsidetrap on August 7th, 2008
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Any chance of Tottenham signing Russian striker Andrei Arshavin might be dead in the water — especially after their potential transfer target decided to go on strike in protest of Zenit’s £27m valuation. Well that’s not that’s not the best way to endear himself to his current employer!
by offsidetrap on August 7th, 2008
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Blackburn striker Roque Santa Cruz has been a name that’s been on Arsenal and Manchester United’s radar for much of the summer as a transfer target that could surely make a difference. After hearing this bit of news, every team tracking the Paraguayan ace might want to cross his name off their wish list.
by offsidetrap on August 7th, 2008
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Oh, this bit of news is sure to have West Ham manager Alan Curbishley blowing steam out of his ears. After spending over £13m on often-injured winger, Freddie Ljungberg, the club has finally given into the realisation that their once promising player is nothing more than a waste of football space. They’re ready to give […]
by offsidetrap on August 6th, 2008
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Now THIS is the type of news that should have Liverpool supporters dancing in the streets! After fighting with the reality of losing Ryan Babel and Javie Mascherano for the start of the season to Olympic football, it now appears the Anfield club could be in for some great news. Both players could be heading […]
by offsidetrap on August 6th, 2008
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After picking up a groin injury two weeks ago before Liverpool’s pre-season match against Wisla Krakow, Steven Gerrard looks to be on the mend once again after aggravating the groin strain — or thigh strain depending on how you talk to — 27 minutes into the match yesterday.
by offsidetrap on August 6th, 2008
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After watching and waiting for the whole Andy Johnson saga to end, Everton look to be on the verge of putting to rest the whole ordeal with Fulham and their soon-to-be ex-striker. With Johnson out of the way, Everton chairman Bill Kenwright is making it crystal clear that the club is now prepared to go […]
by offsidetrap on August 5th, 2008
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Tottenham transfer target, Andrei Arshavin, has been on Juande Ramos’ list for some time now. Ever since the Russian striker made a splash at Euro 2008, the current Zenit man has been in a furious battle with his current club to let him leave for the Premier League this summer. After going at it in […]
by offsidetrap on August 5th, 2008
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Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez isn’t wasting any time letting Aston Villa supporters know that their skipper is nearing the conclusion of a deal that will see him leave the club. The goateed-one is so sure that Barry will be at the club in fact, that he’s making plans to show off his new midfielder to […]
by offsidetrap on August 4th, 2008
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Mark Hughes has a striker crisis on his hands at the Eastlands. With Jo playing for Brazil this summer in the Olympics and Benjani currently on the mend, Hughes has a serious striker shortage. Could a certain ex-Liverpool striker be a short-term answer to the club’s biggest issue?