Liverpool duo Steve Finnan and Scott Carson could be making exits from Anfield this Summer in order to make way for Gareth Barry and Diego Cavalierei.
Gareth Barry's move to Liverpool is looking ever likelier as the England international was fined and asked to sit out of preseason because of his poor media relations over the past few weeks. Steve Finnan may be used in a player plus cash deal with Aston Villa in order to secure the signature of the 27 year old.
Diego Cavalieri is another player who may be brought in this Summer, as back up for Pepe Reina. With the introduction of the £3 million Brazilian shot stopper that will almost certainly see the end of Scott Carson's time at Anfield. Premier League new boys Stoke City are thought to have an interest in signing the previously £10 million rated keeper.
Sunday, July 6, 2008
Friday, July 4, 2008
Liverpool; 3 in 3 out !
Liverpool have finalised the move of Philip Degen from Borussia Dortmund but have lost Harry Kewell to Turkish outfit Galatasary. Long time reserve member Anthony Le Tallec has also completed a move away from Anfield to Le Mans while The Reds look to snatch up Gareth Barry and Andrea Dossena over the next few days.
Known for being an attacking minded defender, Degen joins Liverpool on a free transfer from the German side. He will be looking to cement a place in the right back position where he is competing for places with Steve Finnan and Alvaro Arbeloa.
Harry Kewell has left Liverpool also on a free transfer for Galatasaray where he has agreed a three year deal. Despite his previously stunning form for Leeds prior to his Anfield move, Kewell failed to make a big impact at the Merseyside club mostly down to an injury riddled five seasons.
Gareth Barry was fined and told to sit out of pre-season training by Martin O'Neill, so his move to Liverpool looks to be a certainty at this stage. After having a £15 million bid rejected for the England international, with their next bid they plan on putting in extra clauses to convince Villa to take the offer.
Barry's move may finally put an end to Xabi Alonso's transfer saga with Juve as the Spaniard could find it difficult to secure a regular place in the Liverpool eleven with Barry, Lucas and Mascherano competing for the holding midfield roles.
As a replacement for John Arne Riise who joined Roma last week, Liverpool's hunt for Udinese left back Andrea Dossena looks set to be complete in the next few days in a deal thought to be worth about £8 million.
Known for being an attacking minded defender, Degen joins Liverpool on a free transfer from the German side. He will be looking to cement a place in the right back position where he is competing for places with Steve Finnan and Alvaro Arbeloa.
Harry Kewell has left Liverpool also on a free transfer for Galatasaray where he has agreed a three year deal. Despite his previously stunning form for Leeds prior to his Anfield move, Kewell failed to make a big impact at the Merseyside club mostly down to an injury riddled five seasons.
Gareth Barry was fined and told to sit out of pre-season training by Martin O'Neill, so his move to Liverpool looks to be a certainty at this stage. After having a £15 million bid rejected for the England international, with their next bid they plan on putting in extra clauses to convince Villa to take the offer.
Barry's move may finally put an end to Xabi Alonso's transfer saga with Juve as the Spaniard could find it difficult to secure a regular place in the Liverpool eleven with Barry, Lucas and Mascherano competing for the holding midfield roles.
As a replacement for John Arne Riise who joined Roma last week, Liverpool's hunt for Udinese left back Andrea Dossena looks set to be complete in the next few days in a deal thought to be worth about £8 million.
Chelsea trio set for exit !
Chelsea trio Didier Drogba, Frank Lampard and Claude Makelele all look as though they could complete moves away from Stamford Bridge in the next few weeks.
Drogba is thought to be a top target of Real Madrid manager Bernt Schuster this transfer window with the La Liga Champions looking to splash out up to £20 million on the striker. Despite Drogba saying he wants to stay at Chelsea his agent has been quoted in saying the he would consider a move to Real Madrid.
Frank Lampard is another Chelsea player whose future remains in doubt. The Blues supposedly offered the midfielder a £140,000 a week contract to stay in London but the draw of former Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho to Inter Milan may just tempt the England international to the Serie A side.
And finally, Claude Makelele is being offered a route back home to France as PSG are looking to snatch up the 35 year old. Former Rangers manager Paul Le Guen has already secured the signature of Lilian Thuram this Summer and is looking to add Chelsea star to his squad as well.
Drogba is thought to be a top target of Real Madrid manager Bernt Schuster this transfer window with the La Liga Champions looking to splash out up to £20 million on the striker. Despite Drogba saying he wants to stay at Chelsea his agent has been quoted in saying the he would consider a move to Real Madrid.
Frank Lampard is another Chelsea player whose future remains in doubt. The Blues supposedly offered the midfielder a £140,000 a week contract to stay in London but the draw of former Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho to Inter Milan may just tempt the England international to the Serie A side.
And finally, Claude Makelele is being offered a route back home to France as PSG are looking to snatch up the 35 year old. Former Rangers manager Paul Le Guen has already secured the signature of Lilian Thuram this Summer and is looking to add Chelsea star to his squad as well.
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Thursday, July 3, 2008
Liverpool Hungary to sign trio !
Liverpool have taken Hungarian trio David Kelemen, Norbert Ode and Zsolt Poloskei,16,16 and 17 respectively, on loan according to MTK Bucharest.
The Merseysider's scouts spotted them when watching the Hungarian U17 side in a friendly. The three youngsters are thought to be on a three week trial with the Reds reserves where a decision will be made on their future at the club. Keleman and Ode are defenders while Poloskei plays in midfield
The Merseysider's scouts spotted them when watching the Hungarian U17 side in a friendly. The three youngsters are thought to be on a three week trial with the Reds reserves where a decision will be made on their future at the club. Keleman and Ode are defenders while Poloskei plays in midfield
Spurs closing in on £15 million Keane replacement !
Tottenham are still in contention to sign Bayern Munich star Lukas Podolski according to reports in the Daily Telegraph today. If the German international was to link up with Juande Ramos' side that could see Robbie Keane's rumoured move to Liverpool go through.
The 23 year old who is currently playing in the Bundesliga is thought to be one of Juande Ramos top Summer transfer targets, especially after his eye catching performances for Germany in Euro 2008.
Although Podolski has struggled to cement a starting place in the Bayern side whilst competing with Luca Toni and Miroslav Klose for a place in the strike force, he has clearly shown his capabilities with his national side.
Podolski's move to White Hart Lane could open the door for Republic of Ireland star Robbie Keane who is thought to be interested in a switch to Rafa Benitez' Liverpool. Peter Crouch may be offered to the Londoners in exchange for Keane in a player plus cash deal.
The 23 year old who is currently playing in the Bundesliga is thought to be one of Juande Ramos top Summer transfer targets, especially after his eye catching performances for Germany in Euro 2008.
Although Podolski has struggled to cement a starting place in the Bayern side whilst competing with Luca Toni and Miroslav Klose for a place in the strike force, he has clearly shown his capabilities with his national side.
Podolski's move to White Hart Lane could open the door for Republic of Ireland star Robbie Keane who is thought to be interested in a switch to Rafa Benitez' Liverpool. Peter Crouch may be offered to the Londoners in exchange for Keane in a player plus cash deal.
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Gunners close in on Portuguese star !
Amaury Bischoff's move from Werder Bremen to Arsenal is imminent according to the player.
Bischoff is yet to break into the first team at the Bundesliga club but has greatly impressed in the U 23 squad where he has made over 60 appearances. He is yet to decide whether to play for France or Portugal on an international level as he has trained with both squads at youth level.
Arsene Wenger has reportedly been tracking the 21 year old since he was a youngster at Strasbourg and the Arsenal manager is obviously pleased with the progress he has made as his move to the Gunners is expected to be completed in the next few days.
Bischoff is yet to break into the first team at the Bundesliga club but has greatly impressed in the U 23 squad where he has made over 60 appearances. He is yet to decide whether to play for France or Portugal on an international level as he has trained with both squads at youth level.
Arsene Wenger has reportedly been tracking the 21 year old since he was a youngster at Strasbourg and the Arsenal manager is obviously pleased with the progress he has made as his move to the Gunners is expected to be completed in the next few days.
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