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Real to sign £10m Dutchman: Chase for Manchester United superstar over?

by jakepjohnson on August 4th, 2008 | 342 words | 2 comments

Bundesliga club Hamburg SV have confirmed that their Dutch midfield star is moving closer to joining some of his countrymen by signing for Real Madrid. Is this the end of their chase for a certain Man United player - at least for a few months?

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Former Arsenal midfielder says Hleb and Flamini made a huge mistake: Will they be regretting their summer moves?

by offsidetrap on July 30th, 2008 | 311 words | 11 comments

With the departure of midfielder Gilberto to Panathinaikos this month, Arsenal supporters have come to the realisation that they stand to lose at least four top-class midfielders. While Gilberto claims he left because he wasn’t guaranteed first-team football next year, the former Arsenal stalwart claims he’s still befuddled as to why Mathieu Flamini and Alexander […]

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Ramos to miss out on Sevilla starlet: Is a move for Bentley back on?

by jakepjohnson on July 29th, 2008 | 246 words | 1 comment

One of the jewels of Sevilla’s crown has played down rumours linking him with ex-boss and current Tottenham manager Juande Ramos, insisting he is happy in La Liga.

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Spurs chasing TWO fantastic strikers to fill the hole left by former Irish ace: Which is the better option?

by offsidetrap on July 29th, 2008 | 240 words | 35 comments

Well Juande Ramos isn’t wasting any time getting back into the transfer race after watching Robbie Keane leave the club yesterday for Liverpool. Apparently Spurs are already hot on the heels of two fantastic strike options to pair with Berbatov and Bent this season.

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Bolton bag striker, but might have to wait…

by Dexter on July 29th, 2008 | 137 words | no comments

The Daily Mail reports that Bolton Wanderers have bagged Levante striker Mustapha Riga, but might have to partake in some legal malarkey in order to push the signing through.
According to the Mail’s press hounds:
“Riga is in dispute with his Spanish club after they failed to pay his wages for nine months.
“He has penned a two-year […]

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Arsenal midfielder hints at move to Real Madrid - should Gooners be worried?

by stresster on July 28th, 2008 | 295 words | 10 comments

Cesc Fabregas has the world at his feet. The 21-year-old has just played an important role in ensuring Spain are the champions of Europe, and it’s clear that the Arsenal midfielder has had a taste for success. But can he win lots of silverware with his current club, who have gone without a trophy for […]

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Newcastle take a second look at £8m Argentine ace: Is this the defender King Kev has been looking for?

by offsidetrap on July 25th, 2008 | 265 words | 3 comments

Kevin Keegan might not realise it, but his dream of adding four quality players to his squad seems to look less of a reality. With that in mind, the Newcastle boss is trying to prove the naysayers wrong and demonstrate that there are four potential targets out there that want to play at St James’ […]

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Barca stars: “Wenger is everything to Arsenal”

by jakepjohnson on July 24th, 2008 | 260 words | 2 comments

Ex-Arsenal and current Barcelona stars were recently talking up the ability of their ex-boss, but also revealed an air of uncertainty about the clubs future after the Frenchman’s reign.

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Spain midfield maestro rejects Aragones

by jakepjohnson on July 24th, 2008 | 143 words | no comments

Newly-appointed Fenerbahce coach Luis Aragones wasted no time in trying to lure one of the key members of Spain’s Euro 2008-winning squad to Turkey. Sadly, the plan has not worked as the player declared his love for native Spain.

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Ex-Arsenal striker backs former club to land silverware next season

by stresster on July 23rd, 2008 | 282 words | 4 comments

The Gunners thrilled everyone with their liquid football last season, and it’s clear that Arsene Wenger will insist on a similar style of play for the next campaign. Neat passing triangles and plenty of movement make them a joy to behold, but can they actually win anything playing this way? Their former captain thinks that […]

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