West Ham and Spurs after intelligent £3.5m man: But where will he go?
May 6, 2008
Alan Curbishley will be looking to invest in his squad but he will not want to splurge big money on players, he tried that last summer and due to injuries and poor form those signings failed. West Ham have now been linked with a clever player who has been in top form in the Championship this season. Tottenham are also believed to be considering a move for the talented youngster.
West Ham United are about to move for Wolves winger Michael Kightly.(The Mirror)
Tottenham are also interested in a move for Kightly (Daily Mail)
22 year old Kightly has had seen his career sky rocket in recent seasons. After being released by Southend he got stuck in at Grays and netted an incredible amount of goals from the midfield and the wing. He had a great season at Molinuex but now it appears he may be about to leave Wolves for a move back to London and into the Premier League. Do West Ham and Spurs fans like the look of Kightly?
Aston Villa and West Ham battle it out for £5m Premier League star
May 6, 2008
Gareth Southgate appears to have a big of a problem in the summer, a host of players seem to have made it clear they are on the lookout for a Riverside exit, and this latest target has attracted many suitors.
Aston Villa and West Ham are showing interest in £5m-rated midfielder Gary O’Neil, who is set to quit Middlesbrough just 10 months after signing. (The Sun)
The 25 year old’s career has stuttered somewhat in recent years and his move to Boro hasn’t been a fantastic one. Clearly both Curbs and Martin O’Neill have much to offer the former England Under 21 man but which club would win the race?
West Ham’s ex-Liverpool striker in Mr Nice Guy shocker
May 6, 2008
Say what you like about Craig Bellamy (feel free to sum it up in six words!), but the Welsh hot-head of a striker is not all bad. Yes, he might have beaten John-Arne Riise up with a golf club while at Liverpool and OK, he might have had a heated exchange of words with a young lady in a Cardiff nightclub. However, the BBC report that he’s also prepared to put his money firmly where his mouth is by building a football academy in Sierra Leone.
“Because of the war, children haven’t had any opportunity,” he said.
“They haven’t been thrown a football, they’ve been thrown a gun.
“Now we can give them a chance that their fathers or grandfathers never had. That’s the buzz for me.
“I’m not looking to find and sell players. I’m not an agent. I want to make it clear that if any player does make it, any fee goes straight back into the academy.”
The article reports that the ex-Liverpool striker has set up the Craig Bellamy Foundation, ploughing £650k into creating a better life for the children growing up in this war-torn region. It’s good to see a minted footballer doing something positive with his wealth, albeit an unlikely one. Whatever next, Ashley Cole helping with the relief operation in Burma! That would change our opinion of the Chelsea defender!
Is this West Ham midfielder really one of the flops of the season?
May 4, 2008
Everyones favourite red-top guttermongers The Sun have been “Top Ten” crazy these past few weeks, feverishly scribbling away in their tabloid caves - coming up with a cavalcade of Sporting Top Tens - this weekend they gifted the populace with their views on the Top Ten flop Premier League signings this season…and most were pretty predictable, but in at number ten came Freddie Ljungberg; isn’t that a bit harsh on the West Ham midfielder?
Martin O’Neill throws Rafa over his knee and spanks him (metaphorically)
May 3, 2008
The Sun are telling anyone that can read that Aston Villa boss Martin O’Neill is in a mouth frothing frenzy over Liverpool’s Gareth Barry bid. Apparently the Anfield club sent over a fax to their Aston Villa counterparts offering some dosh and several anonymous players in exchange for Gareth Barry - a veritable Pot Luck offer.
O’Neill wasn’t happy at all though saying:
“I am disappointed and that’s an understatement.
“I have spoken to the chairman and Randy Lerner is equally disappointed — and that’s an understatement.
“It’s a deliberate unsettling tactic and particularly disruptive the day before a game.
“It’s not how I would like to conduct business. I will be returning the call and maybe speak to Rafa and I will make the point to Liverpool.”
So all in all pretty shoddy stuff from Liverpool!
Chelsea reckon West Ham will roll over for an Old Trafford tummy tickling..
May 2, 2008
It looks like West Ham will be as effective as a chocolate teapot against Man Utd atOld Trafford after Hammers gaffer Alan Curbishley claimed that it would be ‘a great injustice’ if Sir Alex’s men didn’t win the title….Hmmm, methinks that West Ham will be crapper than an old sailor’s barnacled arse for this crunch title decider. According to the Daily Mail, Chelsea boss Avram Grant is peeved at Curbishley’s claim that:
‘It would be a great injustice if Manchester United were to lose the Premier League title. I would raise a glass if United win the title. It would be, of course, a toast to Alex Ferguson, the best there is and may ever be.’
So will West Ham drizzle the Champions elect in Champagne when they visit Old Trafford or will they actually put up some semblance of a fight.
Spurs £10m striker heading to West Ham as replacement for Newcastle bound star: Maybe?
April 29, 2008
It appears that recent speculation linking Kevin Keegan with any footballer known to man could have a knock on effect at White Hart Lane.
Newcastle United boss Kevin Keegan is chasing West Ham striker Dean Ashton. (The Sun)
SPURS record signing Darren Bent has urged manager Juande Ramos to make him a regular started next season. The £16.5million signing from Charlton, is one of the many names linked with the exit door at White Hart Lane this summer. West Ham and Newcastle are considered the most likely suitors for £10m rated Bent should he indeed leave in the summer (various)
So this could be very confusing. Dean Ashton does appear to be have a big fan in Keegan but then the Magpies boss also wants Bent, so could it turn into a three way junction? Clearly if Ashton goes then Bent could end up with his old Charlton boss at Upton Park? My head is spinning! Who do West Ham fans want to see spearheading their attack Deano or Bent? Do Spurs fans think that the former Charlton man has a future at White Hart Lane? And do the Geordies think another striker is even needed given the likes of Owen, Martins and Viduka at St James’ Park?
West Ham to take former Spurs man: Good idea?
April 28, 2008
Is Stephen Carr passed it? He hasn’t looked impressive for some time but yet it appears that Alan Curbishley is chasing the Newcastle fullback.
Newcastle United fullback Stephen Carr is a target for West Ham. (The People)
Carr 31, has turned down a contract extension at Newcastle and would fill the void left by Neill who is a victim of wage cuts.
After ten years at White Hart Lane Carr left for St James’ Park and it’s fair to say his career stagnated in the north-east but I really don’t see this as a good signing for the Hammers. How do West Ham fans feel about the potential signing?
Manchester United superstar wins player of the year, Arsenal midfielder is the best young gun
April 28, 2008
It must have come as no surprise to anyone to see Cristiano Ronaldo win PFA Player of the Year on Sunday evening. The Portuguese winger-cum-striker has been nothing short of sensational throughout the season, scoring 38 goals in all competitions to date and helping steer Manchester United towards another Premier League crown and a Champions League victory.
The Guardian report that Ronaldo picks up the award for a second successive season, what price a third next term, providing the Red Devils number seven stays free from injury, something he seems quite adept at doing. The player was suitably chuffed at receiving the recognition.
“I feel very happy,” he said. “When you work all season to play good, to do something for the team, to do your contribution for the team and then at the end of the season the PFA give you this award, it is a great moment, it is an honour, a pleasure. It is a great motivation to carry on like that, to work more and get better.”
It’s clear that no resting on laurels took place last term when Ronaldo won the award, although it’s scary to think that the boy might continue to improve! There was also joy for Cesc Fabregas as he won the young player’s award, which at least will go some way to compensating for Arsenal’s entertaining yet potless season.
“I’m very proud. It’s a very prestigious trophy,” said the midfielder. “Football is a collective game and you prefer to win trophies with team-mates but it’s always nice to have this type of award. I dedicate it to my team-mates because without them I would not have won.”
Fabregas’ Spanish team-mate Fernando Torres can consider himself unlucky not to have won the award, especially as he’s been so impressive during his first season in the Premier League. The Liverpool number nine is one of the reasons why the Reds might yet win the Champions League and will surely have his hands on one of these awards in seasons to come.
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Do you agree with PFA Team of the Season?
April 28, 2008
Especially the decision to not include a single Chelsea player in the line-up? After all, this is a team which could still quite feasibly win the Premier League title, while they are favourites to beat Liverpool and make it to the Champions League final.
Team: James (Portsmouth); Sagna (Arsenal), Ferdinand, Vidic (Man U), Clichy (Arsenal); Ronaldo (Man U), Gerrard (Liverpool), Fabregas (Arsenal), Young (Villa); Adebayor (Arsenal), Torres (Liverpool).
Are there any glaring omissions from the XI selected? Naturally, these things are always subjective, although it’s difficult to argue that any of the above haven’t stood out for their teams this season. Chelsea’s Frank Lampard and John Terry might have had more of a look-in if they hadn’t been injured for chunks of the season, while the likes of Joleon Lescott, Gareth Barry and Glen Johnson have all performed extremely well for their respective clubs.
Who would feature in your team of the season?
Spurs line up £8m solution to long-running problem
April 27, 2008
Yes, another keeper linked with a move to White Hart Lane!
Tottenham boss Juande Ramos will bid for West Ham goalkeeper Robert Green. (News of the World)
Now that Luka Modric has signed for Spurs, expect many others to be linked with the club. Clearly Tottenham need a keeper - is £8m rated Green the right man for the job?
Newcastle, Man City and West Ham battle for £10m top-quality finisher: Well worth chasing!
April 27, 2008
Andy Johnson appears to be on his way out at Everton and there is a big queue forming for his services.
£10m rated Everton striker Andy Johnson is set to leave Goodison Park and West Ham, Manchester City and Newcastle could be interested. (News of the World)
The 27-year-old England international hasn’t exactly been prolific on Merseyside but he has shown in the past that he can score goals for fun. The question is where will he be doing the goal-scoring next season?
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Spurs star heading for £10m exit: Will he choose Newcastle, Manchester City or West Ham?
April 23, 2008
Spurs striker Darren Bent has made a plea to Juande Ramos to give him more of a chance to prove himself at White Hart Lane.
The England international said: “If you play a number of games consecutively, any striker will score goals.” (various)
But given the fact that JR has been linked with a raft of strikers, it seems more likely that Bent will have even less of a chance next season than he did in this one. Which has led to speculation that the fight for the former Charlton man will begin in the summer with Newcastle and West Ham apparently the most likely suitors.
Tottenham striker Darren Bent could re-sign with former Charlton manager Alan Curbishley after failing to impress at White Hart Lane. (Telegraph)
Darren Bent will be leaving the club in the summer for an estimated £10Million. Newcastle United, West Ham and Manchester City have all been linked with a swoop for the 24 year old. (various)
So do Spurs fans want Bent to stay? And do fans of the three clubs chasing him feel that he can re-ignite his career at their club?
Everton and West Ham battle it out in £6m double swoop for fine young talents!
April 20, 2008
Ipswich Town have a host of young bright stars that Premier League sides are taking a fancy too.
Everton are lining up a £3million swoop for Ipswich star Owen Garvan. (Sunday Mirror) and David Moyes is also still in the chase for Garvan’s teammate Danny Haynes (various)
However both players are also targets for Alan Curbishley as he attempts to add some young talents to West Ham’s squad (various)
Tommy Miller’s last gasp equaliser at Wolves has given Jim Magilton’s side a faint hope of reaching the play-offs but should they fail then the East Anglia club may find itself the subject to many more aggressive bids for their best players and then it will come down to whether the club can afford to turn down large offers as they once again prepare for another shot back into the big time. Do Everton and West Ham like the look of either of these 20 year olds? And do Ipswich fans hope they can keep hold of them?
Newcastle line up a £10m perfect partner for Owen: Surely Keegan would just love it!
April 18, 2008
Since Kevin Keegan has returned to St James’ Park, he has been linked with just about every footballer on the planet - but the latest supposed target could actually make a lot of sense.
West Ham United are considering the sale of £10m rated England star Dean Ashton (The Mirror). Former Norwich hit-man Ashton is on the wanted lists of Newcastle United and Manchester City.
Ashton is a great forward of the old-fashioned style and would work very well with Michael Owen. Of course this all ignores the fact that Martins and Viduka are also on the squad list, but I feel that Ashton and Owen would be the classiest pairing at King Kev’s disposal. Do Geordie fans agree with me?
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