http://www.caughtoffside.com English Premier League Football News Blog Sun, 19 May 2013 10:42:52 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.5 http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/19/transfer-rumour-gossip-arsenal-plot-70m-spending-spree-chelsea-make-rooney-enquiry-radamel-falcao-fee-agreed/ http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/19/transfer-rumour-gossip-arsenal-plot-70m-spending-spree-chelsea-make-rooney-enquiry-radamel-falcao-fee-agreed/#comments Sun, 19 May 2013 10:41:22 +0000 Mark Brus http://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=145642 A round-up of Sunday's biggest transfer stories and gossip.

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Chelsea have approached Manchester United for Wayne Rooney, telling the Red Devils to name their price for the want-away England striker.

Full story: Sunday Mirror.

Manchester City look set to win the race for Atletico Madrid star Radamel Falcao after agreeing a £54million fee with the club.

Full story: Sunday Mirror.

Arsenal plot £70m spending spree regardless of whether the Gunners secure Champions League qualification.

Full story: Sunday Mirror

Tottenham are unlikely to be able to keep Real Madrid target Gareth Bale if they fail to secure Champions League qualification today.

Full story: Mail on Sunday.



Liverpool target Christian Eriksen will sign a new contract with current club Ajax if the Reds do not make an offer for him within the next month.

Full story: Sunday Mirror.

Big-spending French outfit Monaco have been linked with a surprise move for Andy Carroll when he returns to Liverpool from West Ham this summer.

Full story: Sunday Telegraph.

However, West Ham manager Sam Allardyce is determined to keep Carroll on a permanent deal for next season.

Full story: The Metro.

West Ham also look set to bring in Shakhtar Donetsk left-back Razvan Rat on a free transfer this summer.

Full story: Sky Sports.

Chelsea are prepared to sell Spanish striker Fernando Torres this summer after a difficult few years at the club. He has previously been linked with a return to his old club Atletico Madrid.

Full story: The Sun.

However, Torres himself says he finally feels happy and important at the club, and that he won't be forced out by big-name signings this summer.

Full story: Sunday Mirror.



Fulham have been linked again with out-of-favour Aston Villa striker Darren Bent, but are keen to lower Villa's asking price of £12million.

Full story: Daily Star.

Manchester City left-back Gael Clichy has signed a new four-year contract with the club.

Full story: Mail on Sunday.

Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio has his eye on two defenders, Lazio's Modibo Diakite, and Maritimo defender Valentin Roberge.

Full story: Daily Star.

Phil Neville has met with Everton chairman Bill Kenwright and could be a surprise appointment to replace David Moyes as manager next season.

Full story: Daily Star.

Arsenal star Santi Cazorla has praised incoming Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini, with whom he worked at Malaga and Villareal.

Full story: The Sun.

Jose Mourinho's departure as Real Madrid manager is expected to be confirmed next week, as he nears a return to Chelsea.

Full story: Mail on Sunday.

Former Manchester City and Queens Park Rangers boss Mark Hughes could return to management with Championship side Leicester City.

Full story: Mail on Sunday.



Manchester City are apparently fast-tracking former Arsenal captain Patrick Vieira to be their manager in the long term.

Full story: Sunday Mirror.



Stoke City striker Kenwyne Jones has apologised for smashing up team-mate Glen Whelan's car after finding a pig's head in his locker!

Full story: Mail on Sunday.

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Chelsea have approached Manchester United for Wayne Rooney, telling the Red Devils to name their price for the want-away England striker.

Full story: Sunday Mirror.

Manchester City look set to win the race for Atletico Madrid star Radamel Falcao after agreeing a £54million fee with the club.

Full story: Sunday Mirror.

Arsenal plot £70m spending spree regardless of whether the Gunners secure Champions League qualification.

Full story: Sunday Mirror

Tottenham are unlikely to be able to keep Real Madrid target Gareth Bale if they fail to secure Champions League qualification today.

Full story: Mail on Sunday.



Liverpool target Christian Eriksen will sign a new contract with current club Ajax if the Reds do not make an offer for him within the next month.

Full story: Sunday Mirror.

Big-spending French outfit Monaco have been linked with a surprise move for Andy Carroll when he returns to Liverpool from West Ham this summer.

Full story: Sunday Telegraph.

However, West Ham manager Sam Allardyce is determined to keep Carroll on a permanent deal for next season.

Full story: The Metro.

West Ham also look set to bring in Shakhtar Donetsk left-back Razvan Rat on a free transfer this summer.

Full story: Sky Sports.

Chelsea are prepared to sell Spanish striker Fernando Torres this summer after a difficult few years at the club. He has previously been linked with a return to his old club Atletico Madrid.

Full story: The Sun.

However, Torres himself says he finally feels happy and important at the club, and that he won't be forced out by big-name signings this summer.

Full story: Sunday Mirror.



Fulham have been linked again with out-of-favour Aston Villa striker Darren Bent, but are keen to lower Villa's asking price of £12million.

Full story: Daily Star.

Manchester City left-back Gael Clichy has signed a new four-year contract with the club.

Full story: Mail on Sunday.

Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio has his eye on two defenders, Lazio's Modibo Diakite, and Maritimo defender Valentin Roberge.

Full story: Daily Star.

Phil Neville has met with Everton chairman Bill Kenwright and could be a surprise appointment to replace David Moyes as manager next season.

Full story: Daily Star.

Arsenal star Santi Cazorla has praised incoming Manchester City manager Manuel Pellegrini, with whom he worked at Malaga and Villareal.

Full story: The Sun.

Jose Mourinho's departure as Real Madrid manager is expected to be confirmed next week, as he nears a return to Chelsea.

Full story: Mail on Sunday.

Former Manchester City and Queens Park Rangers boss Mark Hughes could return to management with Championship side Leicester City.

Full story: Mail on Sunday.



Manchester City are apparently fast-tracking former Arsenal captain Patrick Vieira to be their manager in the long term.

Full story: Sunday Mirror.



Stoke City striker Kenwyne Jones has apologised for smashing up team-mate Glen Whelan's car after finding a pig's head in his locker!

Full story: Mail on Sunday.

]]> http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/19/transfer-rumour-gossip-arsenal-plot-70m-spending-spree-chelsea-make-rooney-enquiry-radamel-falcao-fee-agreed/feed/ 0 Mark BrusSun, 19 May 13 11:41:22 +0000A round-up of Sunday's biggest transfer stories and gossip. http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/19/images-david-beckhams-emotional-paris-farewell-hugs-tears-trophy-lifts/ http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/19/images-david-beckhams-emotional-paris-farewell-hugs-tears-trophy-lifts/#comments Sun, 19 May 2013 10:20:53 +0000 Mad Dog and Glory http://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=145653 England midfielder brings the curtain down on a glittering career.



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]]> England midfielder brings the curtain down on a glittering career.



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]]> http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/19/images-david-beckhams-emotional-paris-farewell-hugs-tears-trophy-lifts/feed/ 0 Mad Dog and GlorySun, 19 May 13 11:20:53 +0000England midfielder brings the curtain down on a glittering career. http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/19/man-city-agree-british-record-54m-deal-to-sign-atletico-madrid-goal-machine-radamel-falcao/ http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/19/man-city-agree-british-record-54m-deal-to-sign-atletico-madrid-goal-machine-radamel-falcao/#comments Sun, 19 May 2013 10:00:13 +0000 Mark Brus http://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=145646 Manchester City look to have won the race for Radamel Falcao.

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Manchester City look to have won the race for in-demand Atletico Madrid striker Radamel Falcao after the Sunday Mirror claims that the two clubs have agreed on a £54million fee.

The Colombian striker has been in lethal form for Diego Simeone's side this season, establishing himself as one of the world's best strikers, and attracting interest from top clubs all around Europe.

Manchester United, Chelsea, Real Madrid and Monaco have all been in for the 27-year-old at points, but City have nipped ahead of them now to ensure they strengthen their forward options.

The club have been chasing the likes of Edinson Cavani and Marco Reus to improve on the likes of Edin Dzeko and Carlos Tevez upfront, as they will also hope to offload these players in the transfer window this summer.

Landing Falcao will be a big boost for incoming manager Manuel Pellegrini, who will hope to bring in other targets from La Liga, such as Isco from current club Malaga, as he looks to make his mark at the Etihad Stadium.

Atletico Madrid may now move for the likes of Alvaro Negredo, Javier Hernandez or Fernando Torres to replace the goals of the departing Falcao.

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Manchester City look to have won the race for in-demand Atletico Madrid striker Radamel Falcao after the Sunday Mirror claims that the two clubs have agreed on a £54million fee.

The Colombian striker has been in lethal form for Diego Simeone's side this season, establishing himself as one of the world's best strikers, and attracting interest from top clubs all around Europe.

Manchester United, Chelsea, Real Madrid and Monaco have all been in for the 27-year-old at points, but City have nipped ahead of them now to ensure they strengthen their forward options.

The club have been chasing the likes of Edinson Cavani and Marco Reus to improve on the likes of Edin Dzeko and Carlos Tevez upfront, as they will also hope to offload these players in the transfer window this summer.

Landing Falcao will be a big boost for incoming manager Manuel Pellegrini, who will hope to bring in other targets from La Liga, such as Isco from current club Malaga, as he looks to make his mark at the Etihad Stadium.

Atletico Madrid may now move for the likes of Alvaro Negredo, Javier Hernandez or Fernando Torres to replace the goals of the departing Falcao.

]]> http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/19/man-city-agree-british-record-54m-deal-to-sign-atletico-madrid-goal-machine-radamel-falcao/feed/ 0 Mark BrusSun, 19 May 13 11:00:13 +0000Manchester City look to have won the race for Radamel Falcao. http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/19/video-david-beckham-in-tearful-farewell-psg-3-1-brest-ligue-1-highlights/ http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/19/video-david-beckham-in-tearful-farewell-psg-3-1-brest-ligue-1-highlights/#comments Sun, 19 May 2013 09:57:49 +0000 Mad Dog and Glory http://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=145651 PSG celebrate clinching the Ligue 1 title with an easy win over Brest.



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]]> PSG celebrate clinching the Ligue 1 title with an easy win over Brest.



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]]> http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/19/video-david-beckham-in-tearful-farewell-psg-3-1-brest-ligue-1-highlights/feed/ 0 Mad Dog and GlorySun, 19 May 13 10:57:49 +0000PSG celebrate clinching the Ligue 1 title with an easy win over Brest. http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/18/monaco-could-hijack-tottenham-move-for-joao-moutinho/ http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/18/monaco-could-hijack-tottenham-move-for-joao-moutinho/#comments Sat, 18 May 2013 22:39:08 +0000 Mark Brus http://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=145587 Spurs target could be set for a move to France.

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Big-spending French outfit Monaco could hijack Tottenham's move for Porto midfielder Joao Moutinho, according to Le 10 Sport.

The Portuguese playmaker was a target for Spurs last summer and could be again this year as they continue to seek a long-term replacement for Luka Modric, who was sold to Real Madrid at the start of the season.

Andre Villas-Boas is a fan of the 26-year-old, and worked with him for one season when he was Porto manager, as the two enjoyed great success, winning the treble.

However, Monaco are keen to spend a lot on some big name players in this transfer window as they prepare for life in Ligue 1 next term. They have already been linked with the likes of Carlos Tevez, Radamel Falcao and Dani Alves.

They could also move for Spurs striker Emmanuel Adebayor, and it is understood that the Togolese forward is surplus to requirements after an indifferent season at White Hart Lane.

Spurs may also not be able to afford the £33million asking price for Moutinho, unless they sell star player Gareth Bale to Real Madrid or Manchester United this summer.

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Big-spending French outfit Monaco could hijack Tottenham's move for Porto midfielder Joao Moutinho, according to Le 10 Sport.

The Portuguese playmaker was a target for Spurs last summer and could be again this year as they continue to seek a long-term replacement for Luka Modric, who was sold to Real Madrid at the start of the season.

Andre Villas-Boas is a fan of the 26-year-old, and worked with him for one season when he was Porto manager, as the two enjoyed great success, winning the treble.

However, Monaco are keen to spend a lot on some big name players in this transfer window as they prepare for life in Ligue 1 next term. They have already been linked with the likes of Carlos Tevez, Radamel Falcao and Dani Alves.

They could also move for Spurs striker Emmanuel Adebayor, and it is understood that the Togolese forward is surplus to requirements after an indifferent season at White Hart Lane.

Spurs may also not be able to afford the £33million asking price for Moutinho, unless they sell star player Gareth Bale to Real Madrid or Manchester United this summer.

]]> http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/18/monaco-could-hijack-tottenham-move-for-joao-moutinho/feed/ 0 Mark BrusSat, 18 May 13 23:39:08 +0000Spurs target could be set for a move to France. http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/18/video-david-beckham-in-tears-as-he-is-subbed-in-last-match-before-retirement-psg-team-mates-console-veteran-during-brest-encounter/ http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/18/video-david-beckham-in-tears-as-he-is-subbed-in-last-match-before-retirement-psg-team-mates-console-veteran-during-brest-encounter/#comments Sat, 18 May 2013 22:12:49 +0000 Mad Dog and Glory http://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=145616 Parc des Princes send off was an emotional one for the 38 year old England midfielder.



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David Beckham en larmes pour son dernier match avec le PSG au Parc des Princes by Gentside

]]> Parc des Princes send off was an emotional one for the 38 year old England midfielder.



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David Beckham en larmes pour son dernier match avec le PSG au Parc des Princes by Gentside

]]> http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/18/video-david-beckham-in-tears-as-he-is-subbed-in-last-match-before-retirement-psg-team-mates-console-veteran-during-brest-encounter/feed/ 0 Mad Dog and GlorySat, 18 May 13 23:12:49 +0000Parc des Princes send off was an emotional one for the 38 year old England midfielder. http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/18/juventus-consider-move-for-man-city-striker-carlos-tevez/ http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/18/juventus-consider-move-for-man-city-striker-carlos-tevez/#comments Sat, 18 May 2013 21:23:53 +0000 Mark Brus http://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=145588 Serie A champions chase City striker.

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After being linked with Edin Dzeko, Juventus are consdering a move for another Manchester City striker in Carlos Tevez, according to Gazetta Dello Sport.

The Italian champions look likely to miss out on a number of their other targets, with Dzeko set to join either Napoli or Fiorentina, and Real Madrid's Gonzalo Higuain heading for the Premier League with either Arsenal or Tottenham.

Tevez, however, should be available after telling City he does not wish to renew his contract with the club. The Argentine was close to leaving the club last season though a move to AC Milan never materialised and he stayed on to fight for his place at the Etihad Stadium, playing his part in City's Premier League title triumph at the end of the season.

Juventus may now see him as the ideal solution to their striker problems, as they look to strengthen to mount a better Champions League challenge next year. However, the 29-year-old's wages of around £8million a year could be too much for Juve, and may see them miss out to big-spending Monaco for his signature.

Tevez is one of many big names being linked with the newly-promoted Ligue 1 side, as well as Radamel Falcao and Dani Alves.

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After being linked with Edin Dzeko, Juventus are consdering a move for another Manchester City striker in Carlos Tevez, according to Gazetta Dello Sport.

The Italian champions look likely to miss out on a number of their other targets, with Dzeko set to join either Napoli or Fiorentina, and Real Madrid's Gonzalo Higuain heading for the Premier League with either Arsenal or Tottenham.

Tevez, however, should be available after telling City he does not wish to renew his contract with the club. The Argentine was close to leaving the club last season though a move to AC Milan never materialised and he stayed on to fight for his place at the Etihad Stadium, playing his part in City's Premier League title triumph at the end of the season.

Juventus may now see him as the ideal solution to their striker problems, as they look to strengthen to mount a better Champions League challenge next year. However, the 29-year-old's wages of around £8million a year could be too much for Juve, and may see them miss out to big-spending Monaco for his signature.

Tevez is one of many big names being linked with the newly-promoted Ligue 1 side, as well as Radamel Falcao and Dani Alves.

]]> http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/18/juventus-consider-move-for-man-city-striker-carlos-tevez/feed/ 0 Mark BrusSat, 18 May 13 22:23:53 +0000Serie A champions chase City striker. http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/18/rafael-benitez-lined-up-as-manuel-pellegrini-replacement-at-malaga/ http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/18/rafael-benitez-lined-up-as-manuel-pellegrini-replacement-at-malaga/#comments Sat, 18 May 2013 20:01:53 +0000 Mark Brus http://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=145593 Interim Chelsea manager could be set for La Liga return to fill Malaga vacancy.



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Malaga could make a move for Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez, as they seek to replace the Manchester City-bound Manuel Pellegrini for next season.

The La Liga outfit look set to undergo a number of changes this summer, following the news that their manager is likely to take up the vacant position at Manchester City.

Roberto Mancini was recently sacked following City's FA Cup final defeat to underdogs Wigan Athletic, but talks had already reportedly taken place between Pellegrini and the club's owners. The departing Chilean could also take star player Isco with him to the Etihad Stadium - a real blow for the club that also lost key duo Santi Cazorla and Nacho Monreal to Arsenal this season.

However, Malaga remain an attractive project due to their displays this season in La Liga and the Champions League, and with a top four place still a possibility for the club, who currently sit in sixth place in the table.

With Pellegrini leaving, they have been linked with several names, including Wigan's Roberto Martinez, but it has now emerged that they will look to persuade Benitez to take the reins next season after his fine work in a short spell with Chelsea.

The Spaniard delivered the Blues the Europa League trophy as well as a top four place, despite a hostile reception from the club's fans when he first joined, due to his previous time in the Premier League with rivals Liverpool.

However, he has won over the Stamford Bridge crowd now, and remains highly rated in his native Spain due to his previous success with Valencia, with whom he won two titles before a decade of dominance from Barcelona and Real Madrid.

Benitez could be the man to break their dominance again, and could be a perfect fit at Malaga, who have built a strong team in the last few seasons, though he is understood to be keen on a stay in English football.

PSG and Schalke have also been linked with Benitez, as have Serie A side Napoli, who are also chasing his predecessor at Chelsea, Roberto Di Matteo.

Benitez will certainly be in-demand this summer, but there has been no suggestion that he would land the Chelsea job permanently, with Roman Abramovich seemingly having his heart set on a return for the popular Jose Mourinho, who will be leaving Real Madrid at the end of the season to be replaced by another former Chelsea boss Carlo Ancelotti.

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Malaga could make a move for Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez, as they seek to replace the Manchester City-bound Manuel Pellegrini for next season.

The La Liga outfit look set to undergo a number of changes this summer, following the news that their manager is likely to take up the vacant position at Manchester City.

Roberto Mancini was recently sacked following City's FA Cup final defeat to underdogs Wigan Athletic, but talks had already reportedly taken place between Pellegrini and the club's owners. The departing Chilean could also take star player Isco with him to the Etihad Stadium - a real blow for the club that also lost key duo Santi Cazorla and Nacho Monreal to Arsenal this season.

However, Malaga remain an attractive project due to their displays this season in La Liga and the Champions League, and with a top four place still a possibility for the club, who currently sit in sixth place in the table.

With Pellegrini leaving, they have been linked with several names, including Wigan's Roberto Martinez, but it has now emerged that they will look to persuade Benitez to take the reins next season after his fine work in a short spell with Chelsea.

The Spaniard delivered the Blues the Europa League trophy as well as a top four place, despite a hostile reception from the club's fans when he first joined, due to his previous time in the Premier League with rivals Liverpool.

However, he has won over the Stamford Bridge crowd now, and remains highly rated in his native Spain due to his previous success with Valencia, with whom he won two titles before a decade of dominance from Barcelona and Real Madrid.

Benitez could be the man to break their dominance again, and could be a perfect fit at Malaga, who have built a strong team in the last few seasons, though he is understood to be keen on a stay in English football.

PSG and Schalke have also been linked with Benitez, as have Serie A side Napoli, who are also chasing his predecessor at Chelsea, Roberto Di Matteo.

Benitez will certainly be in-demand this summer, but there has been no suggestion that he would land the Chelsea job permanently, with Roman Abramovich seemingly having his heart set on a return for the popular Jose Mourinho, who will be leaving Real Madrid at the end of the season to be replaced by another former Chelsea boss Carlo Ancelotti.

]]> http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/18/rafael-benitez-lined-up-as-manuel-pellegrini-replacement-at-malaga/feed/ 0 Mark BrusSat, 18 May 13 21:01:53 +0000Interim Chelsea manager could be set for La Liga return to fill Malaga vacancy. http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/18/arsenal-youngster-jack-wilshere-praises-retiring-role-model-david-beckham/ http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/18/arsenal-youngster-jack-wilshere-praises-retiring-role-model-david-beckham/#comments Sat, 18 May 2013 17:28:38 +0000 Mark Brus http://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=145592 Arsenal youngster heaps praise on England legend.

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Arsenal youngster Jack Wilshere has praised former England midfielder David Beckham, following the news of the 38-year-old's retirement from football.

Beckham, now at PSG, will play his final game as a professional this weekend and call time on a glittering career in which he has represented some of the biggest clubs in the world.

The midfielder started his career at Manchester United, before enjoying even more success at the likes of Real Madrid, AC Milan and LA Galaxy, before moving to France's Ligue 1 this January.

Wilshere has spent some time with Beckham, as he has recently trained with Arsenal to keep up his fitness, and he has been described on Arsenal.com as a 'perfect role model' by the 21-year-old.

"For me, he is the biggest English footballer there has ever been - both on and off the pitch," he said.

"Sometimes people forget what he did on the pitch, he was a great player and he showed that for many years.

"For any young English midfielder, and for me growing up, he was the perfect role model. You can just watch him and learn - not just the way he plays but from his attitude as well, his professionalism and his love for the game. That rubs off on everyone."

Wilshere is thought to be one of the next big things in English football, after making his breakthrough for Arsenal two seasons ago as an 18-year-old.

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Arsenal youngster Jack Wilshere has praised former England midfielder David Beckham, following the news of the 38-year-old's retirement from football.

Beckham, now at PSG, will play his final game as a professional this weekend and call time on a glittering career in which he has represented some of the biggest clubs in the world.

The midfielder started his career at Manchester United, before enjoying even more success at the likes of Real Madrid, AC Milan and LA Galaxy, before moving to France's Ligue 1 this January.

Wilshere has spent some time with Beckham, as he has recently trained with Arsenal to keep up his fitness, and he has been described on Arsenal.com as a 'perfect role model' by the 21-year-old.

"For me, he is the biggest English footballer there has ever been - both on and off the pitch," he said.

"Sometimes people forget what he did on the pitch, he was a great player and he showed that for many years.

"For any young English midfielder, and for me growing up, he was the perfect role model. You can just watch him and learn - not just the way he plays but from his attitude as well, his professionalism and his love for the game. That rubs off on everyone."

Wilshere is thought to be one of the next big things in English football, after making his breakthrough for Arsenal two seasons ago as an 18-year-old.

]]> http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/18/arsenal-youngster-jack-wilshere-praises-retiring-role-model-david-beckham/feed/ 0 Mark BrusSat, 18 May 13 18:28:38 +0000Arsenal youngster heaps praise on England legend. http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/18/video-every-one-of-david-beckhams-65-free-kick-goals-in-one-glorious-video-clip/ http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/18/video-every-one-of-david-beckhams-65-free-kick-goals-in-one-glorious-video-clip/#comments Sat, 18 May 2013 17:26:00 +0000 Mad Dog and Glory http://www.caughtoffside.com/?p=145549 To celebrate the retirement of a true icon of the game here's a collection of every one of his set-piece goals. Spotted on the always excellent EPL Talk.



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]]> To celebrate the retirement of a true icon of the game here's a collection of every one of his set-piece goals. Spotted on the always excellent EPL Talk.



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]]> http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/18/video-every-one-of-david-beckhams-65-free-kick-goals-in-one-glorious-video-clip/feed/ 0 Mad Dog and GlorySat, 18 May 13 18:26:00 +0000To celebrate the retirement of a true icon of the game here's a collection of every one of his set-piece goals. Spotted on the always excellent EPL Talk.