Transfer Window Thread

[King Gizzard]

he use to have the best hair ever

http://i.imgur.com/asASVHw.jpg

[bbfan1991]

You need a bit more impetus upfront to fill the void that RVP has left.

[Shaun]

idk why we don't use Podolski more often tbh... need to stop arsing around with Gervinho (just get rid of him tbh, he has his moments but preferably a striker's good for more than 3 matches a season) and get Walcott up front with him. Giroud's a good substitute.

[Drew.]

idk why we don't use Podolski more often tbh... need to stop arsing around with Gervinho (just get rid of him tbh, he has his moments but preferably a striker's good for more than 3 matches a season) and get Walcott up front with him. Giroud's a good substitute.

Gervinho is the most frustrating player iv ever seen, hopefully he moves on in the summer but cant see it happening.. Girouds suspended now so this should mean Poldi gets his chance up front, im quite looking forwards to seeing him playing as a striker

[bbfan1991]

Olivier Giroud is a Model disguised as a Footballer.

[bbfan1991]

Andrey Arshavin close to moving to Sevilla apparently?

I notice that Arsenal have been linked with Federico Fazio? Good CB and Sevilla need the money anyway because of their financial difficulties.

[bbfan1991]

Rumours are that Arjen Robben and Mario Gomez are going to leave Bayern Munich.

Bayern Munich are strongly denying the Robert Lewandowski stories. I do not believe them because I still reckon he will be joining them.

[Ryan57]

Mickey Thomas: "I have some good sources at Anfield and Suarez wants to leave Liverpool. He will be sold in the summer."

[King Gizzard]

No chance

If he is sold it will be against their will to someone like Barca or Madrid

[King Gizzard]

Lewandowski's agent says that he is ready for a move to a big club this summer...because getting to the semi finals of the CL isn't a sign of being a big club or anything

[King Gizzard]

de bruyne to BVB for 15m apparently...


Who BVB fans want

http://i.imgur.com/vQx2wDf.jpg

[King Gizzard]

Manchester City ready to spend €95m on Edinson Cavani and Marquinhos. <via Gazzetta>

:o

Marquinhos is great as well..only 18 and one of the best CB's in europe already

[Ryan57]

de bruyne to BVB for 15m apparently...


Who BVB fans want

http://i.imgur.com/vQx2wDf.jpg

Lol, Kagawa back. Seems he left a big impression on them.

Lewandowski's agent says that he is ready for a move to a big club this summer...because getting to the semi finals of the CL isn't a sign of being a big club or anything

Probably means 'bigger'. Dortmund still won't be a big club in a lot of people's eyes. Certainly not big in the same breath as Bayern, United and Real Madrid anyway.

[Drew.]

Manchester City ready to spend €95m on Edinson Cavani and Marquinhos. <via Gazzetta>

:o

Marquinhos is great as well..only 18 and one of the best CB's in europe already

no transfer rumors will surprise me about City this summer, got a feeling they will splash the cash, if they did get Cavani id be seriously jelly

[Ryan57]

Peter Spencer from MEN tweeted:

'fergie on trail of baines and bale'

Chances of latter probably 0. :(

[Drew.]

Peter Spencer from MEN tweeted:

'fergie on trail of baines and bale'

Chances of latter probably 0. :(

Bale would be a massive signing for them, besides from Madrid United is the only other place i could see him going

[Ryan57]

Bale would be a massive signing for them, besides from Madrid United is the only other place i could see him going

Bayern? Chopped full with options but Guardiola would love a Bale type player. Energy and tracking back.

[Drew.]

Bayern? Chopped full with options but Guardiola would love a Bale type player. Energy and tracking back.

not with Shaqiri, Ribery and Robben all in the side too.. have a slight feeling Robben might be moving on tho so you never know

[Brother Leon]

Not even fussed over Baines. Would be a rip off too. Central midfielder please ffs.

[Ryan57]

Not even fussed over Baines. Would be a rip off too. Central midfielder please ffs.

Central midfield is the priority but if possible, left back please also.

[Ryan57]

The United boss told reporters: "I don't think that we need to rebuild at all – possibly two players, if possible. It depends of course. If a player came along that we felt met our criteria, I think we'd push the boat out and get him irrespective of how many players we had.

Hoping for more than two.

[bbfan1991]

Arsenal interested in Rene Adler? He is a good GK tbh and it is not surprising they want competition for Szczesny...

Borussia Dortmund linked with Mario Gomez too. Now that is a deal I hope that happens;).

[bbfan1991]

Hoping for more than two.

He could be bluffing and there might be more than two players coming in because I reckon there will be a few departures.

[Ryan57]

He could be bluffing and there might be more than two players coming in because I reckon there will be a few departures.

Hopefully. Need more than two tbh.

Barcelona have already discussed personal terms with Borussia Dortmund centre back Mats Hummels. Asking price expected to be 20-25M. [marca]

Shat. :(

[bbfan1991]

Not surprised at that if it is true. It would be another blow for Borussia Dortmund because these vital players are not signing contracts and want to go elsewhere.

I think this Summer will be an interesting one for now.

[King Gizzard]

Can't see Hummels leaving

[Brother Leon]

German guy from Uni was telling me he had a pretty poor season compared to his reputation. He supports Bayern though, so there is bias there lol.

[bbfan1991]

Especially since Dortmund have done so much for him, although he may find Barcelona irresistible?

[Ryan57]

Especially since Dortmund have done so much for him, although he may find Barcelona irresistible?

Rather ply my trade at Yeovil Town. With that said, that's probably about my level.

[King Gizzard]

Gaff prone, but a great defender

[Ryan57]

Apparently, United have monitored him. Would have him in a heart beat. Doubt we'll go for him, though. Not hugely needed, yet.

[King Gizzard]

Subotic will still end up at Arsenal somehow, guarenteed

[King Gizzard]

Scouts from Liverpool and Man United have been spotted at recent Frieburg games running the rule over Matthias Ginter. (Badische Zeitung)

Rated really highly, dortmund want him for when santana leaves, I've seen him a couple of times

[King Gizzard]

he's a tank

[Ryan57]

Subotic will still end up at Arsenal somehow, guarenteed

What a pairing Subotic and Vermaelen (in form) could be.

[King Gizzard]

Arsenal linked with him today, too

[bbfan1991]

Neven Subotic is a good player.

Bayern Munich are after Sebastien Rode and Julian Draxler?

[Ryan57]

Neven Subotic is a good player.

Bayern Munich are after Sebastien Rode and Julian Draxler?

Who aren't Bayern after? :p

[bbfan1991]

Indeed:D.

Luis Suarez might go there for a shoulder of Lahm.

[Ryan57]

Indeed:D.

Luis Suarez might go there for a shoulder of Lahm.

http://i0.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/original/000/000/681/what-you-did-there-i-see-it.thumbnail.jpg

[bbfan1991]

Mehdi Benatia saying in the press that he wants to move to United from Udinese if we were interested, we do not need another CB atm:p.

[King Gizzard]

Rode's already there I think, well, agreed to go. Could be a good Schweini replacement eventually

Some good players at Frankfurt, someone should go for jung, can play LB and RB

[bbfan1991]

Arsenal are linked with Maxime Gonalons too. I think Lyon would sell too if the Gunners were interested due to their financial situation.

[Drew.]

Arsenal are linked with Maxime Gonalons too. I think Lyon would sell too if the Gunners were interested due to their financial situation.

haven't seen him play but iv seen a lot of Arsenal fans saying they wouldn't mind him

[bbfan1991]

Spurs are apparently in talks again with Internacional to sign Leandro Damiao. I wonder if all sides can finally come to an agreement this time?

[Ryan57]

http://www.marca.com/2013/05/03/en/football/real_madrid/1367562107.html

Would take Coentrao and Di Maria in a heart beat.

[bbfan1991]

Gonzalo Higuain is leaving Real Madrid in the Summer according to their General Manager Jose Angel Sanchez.

Christian Eriksen: ''Borussia Dortmund would fit me very well and I know how they play. That would be a good choice.“

[Ryan57]

Gonzalo Higuain is leaving Real Madrid in the Summer according to their General Manager Jose Angel Sanchez.

Christian Eriksen: ''Borussia Dortmund would fit me very well and I know how they play. That would be a good choice.“

Hope we bid for Eriksen. Quality player and seemingly cheap.

[Drew.]

cant read a word but apparently the Fiorentina chairman confirms deal has been done for Jovetic to sign for Arsenal this summer

http://mercato.eurosport.fr/football/serie-a-1/2012-2013/fiorentina-jovetic-la-bonne-pioche-d-arsenal_sto3709452/story.shtml

[Ryan57]

Had a quick skim through it, doesn't mention that a deal has been done aside from in the sub heading lol.

Seems a bit dodgy. :suspect:

[Drew.]

all links and rumours will be dodgy in this thread unless they are from the official clubs :laugh:

[King Gizzard]

Wonder if Joel Campbell will get a look in

[Ryan57]

Get ready for numerous Sky Italia BS Twitter rumours. http://i.imgur.com/pOU9a9e.png

[Drew.]

we have loads of young wingers, Joel Campbell.. Wellington Silva.. Ryo Miyaich - doubt any will get a chance tbh

[King Gizzard]

probably been posted but, apparently Sunderland legit enquired to Napoli about Cavani today :joker:

[Drew.]

:laugh2:

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BJh7LnJCUAIFixH.jpg

[bbfan1991]

Fernandinho has said that he wants to join Manchester City from Shaktar Donetsk.

[Jesus.]

probably been posted but, apparently Sunderland legit enquired to Napoli about Cavani today :joker:

Season ticket time.

Everton are the masters of this cynical ploy.

[bbfan1991]

That is so funny if true RE Sunderland/Cavani:joker:.

[bbfan1991]

Andre Schurrle confirmed to be a Chelsea player soon, pre contract already agreed apparently.

[bbfan1991]

barcastuff ‏@barcastuff 2m
Barcelona centre back Carles Puyol (35) wants to leave Barcelona this summer. He will join AC Milan. [btv]

Surprised if that is true:o.

[Ryan57]

barcastuff ‏@barcastuff 2m
Barcelona centre back Carles Puyol (35) wants to leave Barcelona this summer. He will join AC Milan. [btv]

Surprised if that is true:o.

WTF is happening tonight. :joker:

Some media said previously to this he was considering retiring.

[bbfan1991]

Javier Zanetti will probably get linked to AC Milan or Juventus at this rate:joker:.

[King Gizzard]

gotta be bollocks, if anything he'll retire..guy gets an injury every other game these days

[Drew.]

but Puyol signed a new contract a few months ago.. dont believe that for a second

[Ryan57]

Whatever next?

Sheikh takes over at Wigan
Falcao to Wigan
Fergie to Wigan
Puyol to Wigan
Ronaldo to Wigan
Wigan to win the league next season

[Ryan57]

Suarez to Athletico Madrid reported by The Mirror. :joker:

[Ryan57]

David Moyes' first job as Manchester United's new boss will be to convince Everton chairman Bill Kenwright to accept a £40 million double bid for Marouane Fellaini and Leighton Baines.

The Toffees value Fellaini at £25m and would ask for £15m for Baines.

£40 million, ROFL.

[King Gizzard]

Ross Barkley

[bbfan1991]

I would be sooo gutted if Cristiano Ronaldo was tempted to join Jose at Chelsea, but I think if he did leave Real Madrid a return to United could be tempted if a deal could be agreed because he was at his most happest when at United IMO and SAF would still be around in some capacity even though he will not be Manager next season...

It is looking likely he will probably remain at Real Madrid, but it does not harm to speculate:joker:.

[Ryan57]

I would be sooo gutted if Cristiano Ronaldo was tempted to join Jose at Chelsea, but I think if he did leave Real Madrid a return to United could be tempted if a deal could be agreed because he was at his most happest when at United IMO and SAF would still be around in some capacity even though he will not be Manager next season...

It is looking likely he will probably remain at Real Madrid, but it does not harm to speculate:joker:.

Highly doubt it now. Especially now Fergie's gone. Wouldn't expect any marquee signing.

[bbfan1991]

@sidlowe: La Sexta reporting that Falcao will play for Monaco next season. Surprise.

[Brother Leon]

Felliani is easily worth £25m and fills in a great hole to our squad. Not fussed over Baines though.

[bbfan1991]

Some people don't realise that Baines will be 29 this year, so there is not much in age difference between him and Evra.

[bbfan1991]

Falcao to Monaco is trending on Twitter now.

[Ryan57]

Lulz, would be like Hulk to Zenit. Simply for the cash.

Would prefer someone other than Fellaini. Don't like his antics. Dread to think how he'd do in Europe.

[King Gizzard]

http://i.imgur.com/LJsRJdz.gif

[King Gizzard]

Although I wouldn't mind living in Monaco, and they are going to spend some serious cash this summer, owner wants to challenge for the Ligue 1 title next season

[King Gizzard]

They played 16m for Lucas Ocampos from River last summer IIRC, and he hadn't even played in the top division with River

[bbfan1991]

PSG are going to be crapping themselves now. I do prefer Monaco over them though tbh.

[Ryan57]

Balague on Gill's supposed trip to Madrid:

The rumour mill concerning the future of Cristiano Ronaldo continues. The new revelations are based on the fact that United’s CEO, David Gill flew out to Madrid for a meeting with the player’s agent, Jorge Mendes. That is certainly true but it’s a long way from confirming that his charge will be heading for Manchester.

The message for the club is clear: they have no intention whatsoever of getting rid of Ronaldo. His buy out clause is 1b euros. And Madrid won’t negotiate it down, so… I say Ronaldo will wear the Madrid shirt next season

[Drew.]

theres a serious amount of people on twitter convinced Ronaldo will be joining United next season, i think its more out of hope than anything.

[Locke.]

Not going to happen

[Ryan57]

theres a serious amount of people on twitter convinced Ronaldo will be joining United next season, i think its more out of hope than anything.

Any of the, ITK accounts? :laugh:

[Drew.]

Any of the, ITK accounts? :laugh:

the mighty Aaron is one of the latest to have his say

Aaron Allard-Morgan ‏@Aaronspoppets 1h
To recap - Ronaldo on his way to United, Bale to Madrid and Ashley Young to Spurs. All will be done by end of June. #Iwillquittwiiterifwrong

[Brother Leon]

1bn Euros?


MAKE IT HAPPEN! :p

[King Gizzard]

Don't think I can see even Fellaini to Everton, maybe they'll agree to not sign anyone from Everton out of respect or something

I don't think Baines is worth it when you can have Evra for a couple more seasons

[Ryan57]

the mighty Aaron is one of the latest to have his say

Aaron Allard-Morgan ‏@Aaronspoppets 1h
To recap - Ronaldo on his way to United, Bale to Madrid and Ashley Young to Spurs. All will be done by end of June. #Iwillquittwiiterifwrong

If only the latter happened, I'd be chuffed.

[Novo]

If Martinez takes over at Everton then there will be a lot more chance of Baines going to United as he he'll just bring Figueroa over who would be a decent replacement

[Ryan57]

I'm a fan of Baines and had been a critic of Evra but thinking about it, Evra has improved on last season and there hasn't been that many times when he's been caught out. Would be very harsh to replace him after such a good season. And has also gotten even better going forward.

[bbfan1991]

David Villa getting linked to Spurs?

[Drew.]

Pahahahaha.

[Brother Leon]

Would keep Evra over bringing in Baines in a second. Proven winner and Cult hero and just had a great season. Baines is pretty useless if his delivery is off for the match. Only LB we need is a back up if anything and Baines won't be that.

[Ryan57]

David Moyes wants to make Marouane Fellaini his first signing for Manchester United - as Wayne Rooney’s replacement.

Wouldn't that be brilliant to watch... NOT!

[Shaun]

I'm not sure why every time a manager starts a new position the rumours kick in that he'll bring a player or two along

[Brother Leon]

David Moyes wants to make Marouane Fellaini his first signing for Manchester United - as Wayne Rooney’s replacement.

Wouldn't that be brilliant to watch... NOT!

He shouldn't be playing where Rooney plays if that is what they are implying. Put him next to Carrick and it's looking quality already.

[King Gizzard]

we want Dwight Gayle from Peterborough. Would be quite happy with that, looks quite good

[bbfan1991]

Just a rumour for now so could be a rubbish rumour, good signing if true...

Arsenal have reportedly agreed a €22m fee in principle with Real Madrid for Gonzalo Higuaín, transfer subject to personal terms/CL qualification.

[Drew.]

we've apparently been linked with Villa and Lewandowski and apparently agreed fees for Higuain and Jovetic.. We'll now go and sign Remy. This is just a usual summer at Arsenal

[bbfan1991]

Season ticket renewal time and all that;).

[bbfan1991]

Galatasaray prepare bid for Chelsea's John Terry.

Isco set to join his Malaga Manager Manuel Pellegrini at Manchester City?

[Brother Leon]

Galatasaray prepare bid for Chelsea's John Terry.

Isco set to join his Malaga Manager Manuel Pellegrini at Manchester City?

If two clubs were ever meant for each other...

[bbfan1991]

The amount of egos and arse licking that will go in the Chelsea changing rooms next year with Jose back as Manager:joker:.

[King Gizzard]

I was gonna say. Match made in heaven :joker: They'd treat him like a God there.

Last I saw though they're close to bankruptcy. Wouldn't be surprised to see Sneijder leave

[King Gizzard]

Bild report Brazilian wonderkid Bernard is on his way to Dortmund for €12 million

be a great replacement from what I have seen of him

[Ryan57]

Hope that ***** Terry does clear off out the country.

[bbfan1991]

Bild report Brazilian wonderkid Bernard is on his way to Dortmund for €12 million

be a great replacement from what I have seen of him

Cool. I think even with Edin Dzeko coming to replace Robert Lewandowski they still look short up front!

[Ryan57]

Wonder if Moyes will go for Moutinho. He was a big fan whilst at Everton and he could well leave this summer. Would love him at United.

[bbfan1991]

Wonder if Moyes will go for Moutinho. He was a big fan whilst at Everton and he could well leave this summer. Would love him at United.

I hope so, but if Spurs are interested again I can see him wanting to work with his old boss AVB again. Hopefully the lure of United would be hard for him to resist!

[King Gizzard]

Dzeko won't suit them at all. Still see them possibly holding on to him till his contract runs out

Not sure Moutinho is United standard either

[Ryan57]

Dzeko won't suit them at all. Still see them possibly holding on to him till his contract runs out

Not sure Moutinho is United standard either

When you look at the tripe in our current midfield, practically anyone is United standard. Seriously though, I really rate him. And he can play long balls to Fellaini.

[bbfan1991]

David Moyes will be aware that the MF is the weakest area which will need improving and he will also have the transfer target list being given to him, with some deals probably agreed during the season in secrecy.

[Ryan57]

David Moyes will be aware that the MF is the weakest area which will need improving and he will also have the transfer target list being given to him, with some deals probably agreed during the season in secrecy.

Its been the weakest area for about five seasons. Wouldn't take for granted it'll be improved. I certainly expect it to, however.

[bbfan1991]

Its been the weakest area for about five seasons. Wouldn't take for granted it'll be improved. I certainly expect it to, however.

I think it will, as Everton Manager he probably knew that it was our weakness and when they play against us they exploited it e.g. Fellaini getting physical and flooding the middle of the park.

It will be different now he is United manager because he will need to make us stronger and improve on those weaknesses.

I still hope Fabio will be coming back. Nani will probably be off, but I wonder if a new manager could change his mind if he spoke to David Moyes to see if he is in his plans?

[bbfan1991]

Some rumours that Borussia Dortmund have officially contacted Ajax over Christian Eriksen, he would be a great signing for them to replace Mario Gotze.

[Ryan57]

Some rumours that Borussia Dortmund have officially contacted Ajax over Christian Eriksen, he would be a great signing for them to replace Mario Gotze.

If he does go there, and we haven't even contacted Ajax, that's ridiculous. A quality player like that, going for a bargain price.

[Ryan57]

Svein T. Hansen ‏@storeha 28m
Kevin Strootman to Manchester United a done deal. Will be announced before June 3. #MUFC will pay $17,5m He will replace Scholes.

Has a friend who works close to PSV.

Yes, don't take it for granted.

Edit: That fee is just under £12 mil in our money. Doubt the amount said but the Strootman to United done deal has gathered pace a lot of late.

[bbfan1991]

If he does go there, and we haven't even contacted Ajax, that's ridiculous. A quality player like that, going for a bargain price.

BVB were linked before the Gotze to Bayern news broke, he has said that he likes the way BVB play too.

[Ryan57]

BVB were linked before the Gotze to Bayern news broke, he has said that he likes the way BVB play too.

Has mentioned the Premier League interests him also. Rumoured City and Liverpool in for him. If we're not then, laughable. Another year of hope in Tom Cleverley maybe...*shivers*

[bbfan1991]

Have faith;). I am excited with all these young talents we have e.g. DDG, Rafael, Smalling, Jones, Cleverley, Welbeck, Buttner etc and they will be even more driven to succeed because they had the opportunity to play for SAF and now he is sadly going, they will want to to continue their development and make him proud.

[Ryan57]

Have faith;). I am excited with all these young talents we have e.g. DDG, Rafael, Smalling, Jones, Cleverley, Welbeck, Buttner etc and they will be even more driven to succeed because they had the opportunity to play for SAF and now he is sadly going, they will want to to continue their development and make him proud.

I lost all faith in Cleverley. The guy, when playing alongside Wilshere for England, is made to look even more average. At times, crap.

Offers nothing. Passing it sideways, or short forward, really isn't helping anything unless he became a defensive midfielder.

[Ryan57]

Speaking to French newspaper Le Monde, Neymar said: "I won't leave Santos before the 2014 World Cup in Brazil is over.

"I haven't decided my destination in Europe, I have many options but I won't talk about this."

Everyone knows that destination is Barcelona.

[bbfan1991]

I lost all faith in Cleverley. The guy, when playing alongside Wilshere for England, is made to look even more average. At times, crap.

Offers nothing. Passing it sideways, or short forward, really isn't helping anything unless he became a defensive midfielder.

I forgot about Fabio too, looking forward to seeing him back next season.

[King Gizzard]

Neymar Messi Deulofeu, big front 3

[Ryan57]

Neymar Messi Deulofeu, big front 3

And a top quality centre back... *cries*

Edit: Oh, and a good keeper perhaps.

[King Gizzard]

think they'll get Marquinhos, 18 y/o cb from Roma

[King Gizzard]

Oh jesus....Falcao is actually going to Monaco

[Ryan57]

Oh jesus....Falcao is actually going to Monaco

Just looked it up. Sky Italia the source I've seen. Wouldn't take it for granted yet.

Hope he does go there rather than Chelsea. That said, they'll probably go an get 'effin Cavani now.

[bbfan1991]

Interesting if true.

[Ryan57]

Balague:

Despite the payment made by Manchester United for Falcao (which guaranteed them a first option and keep them up to date with any offer that was arriving for the Colombian), Monaco is going to offer both Atletico de Madrid and the player a financial package that, they think, will not be able to be matched by United. They will pay 55 million euros to Atletico, and Manchester United have already said they will not get more involved in the auction.

Nice effort to cover your back...


Hmm, Rooney to Monaco also maybe?

[Drew.]

where did Monaco get all this money from suddenly?

[Ryan57]

where did Monaco get all this money from suddenly?

Russian billionaire took them over back in 2011. No idea why he didn't spend the cash back then.

Balague also says he wants Victor Valdes, rofl. And other big European names.

[Ryan57]

Ian Abrahams ‏@BroadcastMoose 1h
Bit of transfer gossip (from MY sources) Cesc Fabregas is going to leave Barcelona this summer and move to Manchester United.

Arsenal do have first option on Fabregas, but do the Gunners need him, or players in other positions - just telling you what I've heard.

I wish!

[Drew.]

Ian Abrahams ‏@BroadcastMoose 1h
Bit of transfer gossip (from MY sources) Cesc Fabregas is going to leave Barcelona this summer and move to Manchester United.

Arsenal do have first option on Fabregas, but do the Gunners need him, or players in other positions - just telling you what I've heard.

I wish!

the amount of rumours going around about this are worrying

[Ryan57]

the amount of rumours going around about this are worrying

About him going to United? Haven't seen it much myself. Hope it happens though.

[MTVN]

Russian billionaire took them over back in 2011. No idea why he didn't spend the cash back then.

Balague also says he wants Victor Valdes, rofl. And other big European names.

Probably because theyre only just now getting back to the top flight, they were right down the bottom of Ligue 2 for a while last season so couldn't tempt any really major players

Monaco has really low taxes as well which'll help them attract more players now

[Ryan57]

Probably because theyre only just now getting back to the top flight, they were right down the bottom of Ligue 2 for a while last season so couldn't tempt any really major players

Monaco has really low taxes as well which'll help them attract more players now

Yeah, I know they got relegated but wasn't sure of the year exactly.

[GiRTh]

If Fabregas goes to United then I want Wengers head on a platter.

[Ryan57]

If Fabregas goes to United then I want Wengers head on a platter.

Highly doubt we'll get him, unfortunately. Probably rely on Tom Cleverley again, rofl.

[bbfan1991]

Kevin De Bruyne to Borrusia Dortmund is a done deal apparently.

Darren Randolph has joined Birmingham City from Motherwell FC.

[bbfan1991]

Norwich City have signed Lazio defender Javier Garrido on a permanent deal after a successful loan spell.

[bbfan1991]

Neymar being linked to Bayern Munich now. I thought his move to Barcelona after the World Cup next year was agreed?

[King Gizzard]

Those big money moves in the summer heating up, Villa linked with James Chester from Hull :joker:

Ex-United I believe

[bbfan1991]

Villa need to aim a bit higher:joker:.

Yeah James Chester used to play for United.

[bbfan1991]

Ipswich Town have agreed a three-year deal to sign Bristol City midfielder Cole Skuse on July 1.

Portsmouth have agreed a deal to sign Swindon defender Joe Devera on a contract until the end of the 2014/15 season.

Portsmouth have signed striker Tom Craddock on a two-year deal from Oxford United.

[bbfan1991]

Catania president Antonino Pulvirenti has revealed the club are in talks to sell Alejandro Gomez to Atletico Madrid.

Sampdoria have revealed that Inter Milan have won the race for Mauro Icardi, with a summer transfer put in place.

Manchester City goalkeeper Costel Pantilimon has admitted he is flattered to be linked with a move to Fiorentina

Bayer Leverkusen are closing in on the signing of Greece defender Sokratis Papastathopoulos from Bundesliga rivals Werder Bremen.

[Locke.]

Villa should buy Spearing

Or loan Suso

[King Gizzard]

i see Liverpool want Henrik Mikdifdiofdhfdihfdryan, 24 goals in 27 league games from midfield

[bbfan1991]

Christian Benteke linked with Borussia Dortmund?

BVB are also linked with Wilfried Bony, interesting.

[Brother Leon]

i see Liverpool want Henrik Mikdifdiofdhfdihfdryan, 24 goals in 27 league games from midfield

Great for Shirt Sales I bet.

[King Gizzard]

he won't leave this summer

quote me

[bbfan1991]

United keep being linked with Angel Di Maria for some reason and it is annoying me.

[Brother Leon]

he won't leave this summer

quote me

Quoted for the possible lolz :p

[Drew.]

'Gonzo the great: Arsenal told Gonzalo Higuain's all theirs if they give Real Madrid £22m'

http://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/arsenal-transfers-gonzalo-higuain-offered-1889499

[bbfan1991]

Monaco or PSG will probably swoop.

[Ryan57]

United keep being linked with Angel Di Maria for some reason and it is annoying me.

Don't see why. On his game he's immense. Judging by our **** wingers this campaign, anyone is better than them.

[bbfan1991]

Representatives of Barcelona are rumoured to be in Brazil to meet Santos to discuss a deal for Neymar.

Thiago Alcantara is being linked with United, they could be tempted to sell him with a buy back clause.

Barcelona have said it will be a busy Summer for them with ins and outs. I expect they will buy a GK and strengthen the defence.

[Ryan57]

Representatives of Barcelona are rumoured to be in Brazil to meet Santos to discuss a deal for Neymar.

Thiago Alcantara is being linked with United, they could be tempted to sell him with a buy back clause.

Barcelona have said it will be a busy Summer for them with ins and outs. I expect they will buy a GK and strengthen the defence.

Doubt they'd sell Thiago. He loves the club, although would prefer more football. However, if I'm not mistaken, he's seen as Xavi's heir.

[bbfan1991]

Tottenham close in on €6m deal for 19-year-old Croatian striker Ante Rebic.

[bbfan1991]

David Villa to Spurs is gathering pace according to the Sky La Liga pundits.

[bbfan1991]

Gonzalo Higuain linked to Spurs too.

[bbfan1991]

West Ham show 'real interest' in signing AC Milan captain Massimo Ambrosini. The Hammers have been linked with Romelu Lukaku too.

[King Gizzard]

Neymar to Barca, announcement next week

[Drew.]

Neymar to Barca, announcement next week

the sooner this is announced the better

[MTVN]

He will flop, you heard it here first

[King Gizzard]

:joker:

[Ryan57]

Hope he does flop. :suspect:

[King Gizzard]

La Masia ‏@Youngcules 1m

The group that owns part (40%) of Neymar's rights (DIS) revealed earlier that an agreement has been reached with FCB for 50M (20M to DIS).

[Ryan57]

La Masia ‏@Youngcules 1m

The group that owns part (40%) of Neymar's rights (DIS) revealed earlier that an agreement has been reached with FCB for 50M (20M to DIS).

So this could well be their budget gone if it's paid in full. Hoping so anyway. :joker:

[King Gizzard]

Well not really when they would get ****tons of revenue from it, sponsorships would pay a bit, kit sales...and you just don't turn a player down like Neymar even if you don't have the money

[Drew.]

So this could well be their budget gone if it's paid in full. Hoping so anyway. :joker:

they'll be busy this summer, they've got a few players leaving i think and they want to bring in some others.

[Ryan57]

they'll be busy this summer, they've got a few players leaving i think and they want to bring in some others.

Depends who they'll sell though. Perhaps Alexis Sanchez. Really hope they don't buy Neymar and a defender (seems Valdes will go on a free next summer).

Edit: David Villa also it appears will depart.

[Drew.]

Depends who they'll sell though. Perhaps Alexis Sanchez. Really hope they don't buy Neymar and a defender (seems Valdes will go on a free next summer).

havent heard of any certain players to leave but wouldnt be surprised if Sanchez left.. Valdes and Isaac Cuenca are off the top of my head

[Drew.]

ah yes and Villa

[King Gizzard]

Hate Alexis

[Drew.]

quite excited about seeing Neymar playing over here

[Ryan57]

Hate Alexis

He's a little, moaning, twat. That said, good player although he hasn't been great at Barca. Bet he'd do well at another club.

[Drew.]

could see him going to Juve

[King Gizzard]

I prefer Barca to Madrid but I don't really have a Spanish team, enjoyed Villarreal, Bilbao but never had a *team*

That being said I've been to Nou Camp though, amazing

[Drew.]

always wanted to visit the Nou Camp

out of the Spanish teams my favourites are Valencia and Barca

[King Gizzard]

valencia are pretty much screwed if they don't get CL

well, definitely screwed

[Drew.]

indeed, real shame, Soldado will be on the move

[King Gizzard]

arsenal sign Yaya Sanogo from Auxerre (always amazing on FM)

[Ryan57]

Okay, so, this guy is supposedly legit.

https://twitter.com/KingJonno12

Got the RVP deal spot on. Also about Nani to Zenit, Pogba, Morrison and more.

He says...

David Johnson ‏@KingJonno12 34m
Ronaldo is coming back to the premiership

David Johnson ‏@KingJonno12 4m
“@Matt_Lister21: @KingJonno12 Did you hear him say Chelsea yourself or is that the rumour?”

Seem it from him himself, going with Jose

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BKdD_nDCcAAcgfW.png:large

Not sure about 'hearing it from his own mouth' xD. Could be a bull****ter.

[Ryan57]

Didn't want to post incase it was me being dumb but it doesn't even say on the slip Ronaldo's next destination. :p

[Ryan57]

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/BKdPjrZCAAAqM6M.jpg:large

[GiRTh]

Arsenal close in on Yaya Sanogo signing (http://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/arsenal-close-yaya-sanogo-signing-1894205)

WTF a 20 year old striker from a French 2nd division club on a free transfer who's never played a full season?

So when I rip into Wenger people on here tell me that they'd love to have him as they're manager. You can have him and watch him sign player after player after player and watch them all fail. He's gone after this type of player too often for this to be a sure thing ie Chamack yet he'll turn his nose up at players from the championship or from other Premiership clubs.

He lost it a while ago when he signed Santos, Mertesacker and Gervinho. This looks like yet another dud.

[Brother Leon]

He also said there was no way Moyes would be our new Manager and that it would be Jose......

His connection to the Club is that he knows Danny Welbeck. Hence why he broke the RVP story early and Welbeck's new contract. Doubt Welbeck has a clue where Ronaldo is off to though.

[Ryan57]

He also said there was no way Moyes would be our new Manager and that it would be Jose......

His connection to the Club is that he knows Danny Welbeck. Hence why he broke the RVP story early and Welbeck's new contract. Doubt Welbeck has a clue where Ronaldo is off to though.

Never knew that. Wasn't totally sure if he even knew anybody at the club.

[MTVN]

Razvan Rat looks set to complete a free transfer move to West Ham, according to the player's agent.

The Romania international's contract at Shakhtar Donetsk is expiring and the left-back is believed to have been a target for the Hammers since the January transfer window.

Agent Florin Manea claims that a deal could be concluded as soon as Monday with Sam Allardyce a big fan of the 31-year-old defender.

"I am with Razvan in England, we are negotiating with the West Ham officials," Marin told Sport in Romania.

"We will probably sign the contract on Monday. The trainer has put him on the top of the wishlist and the owner has approved the move."

West Ham have reportedly fought off interest from Marseille by bettering the deal that the French club could offer the player.

http://www1.skysports.com/football/news/11685/8721147/West-Ham-look-to-have-won-the-race-to-sign-Razvan-Rat-on-a-free-transfer

Good stuff, don't know much about him but we needed a left back

[King Gizzard]

what a name

[Drew.]

Manchester City have agreed a €60m fee with Atlético Madrid for star striker Radamel Falcao. (Source: Mirror)

these Falcao rumours will go on for most of the summer i think

[Brother Leon]

RVP>Falcao.

Not worried in the slightest. Just keep Ronaldo away from Chelsea for the love of Allah.

[King Gizzard]

RVP>Falcao.

Not worried in the slightest. Just keep Ronaldo away from Chelsea for the love of Allah.

behave boi

[Ryan57]

RVP>Falcao.

Not worried in the slightest. Just keep Ronaldo away from Chelsea for the love of Allah.

Not worried? :joker:

[bbfan1991]

Atletico Madrid have confirmed that Falcao is leaving them.

I would feel sick if Cristiano Ronaldo joins Chelsea, don't think he will and reckon if he ever comes back to the PL it will be with United but you never know in Football and plus he/Mourinho are rumoured not to get on anymore either.

[King Gizzard]

AS English ‏@English_AS 1m

Report just coming in that Real Madrid are holding talks with Málaga for Isco

[Brother Leon]

Better than him coming England. Although I never really got the hype over him.

[King Gizzard]

course you didn't

[Drew.]

Liverpool looking at signing Kolo Toure on a free

[Locke.]

Not a bad signing if he'll take a large paycut

[King Gizzard]

Hasn't he been quite bad for a couple of years

and overweight

[Brother Leon]

course you didn't

To me, people saw the juggling vid and started gettign excited over him. He wasn't linked to all these clubs before that.

[King Gizzard]

...yes he was

[Drew.]

Francisco Román Alarcón Suárez

what a name

[King Gizzard]

Been linked with the big clubs ever since the first couple months of his Malaga career after being a really big prospect at Valencia before they had to sell him cause they were in financial ruin :laugh:

[Brother Leon]

I stand corrected if so, but that video made people get all giddy.

[MTVN]

Ambrosini in London for West Ham talks, hope we sign him, getting on a bit but still a big player

[Drew.]

"Arsenal Agree £25.4m Deal to Sign Striker: Stevan Jovetic’s Agent In London to Complete Deal"

i fail to see how anyone would recognize his agent but if true then its good news..

[Drew.]

"Edinson Cavani could be part of swap deal with Manchester City's Edin Dzeko, says Napoli president:"

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/teams/manchester-city/10070627/Edinson-Cavani-could-be-part-of-swap-deal-with-Manchester-Citys-Edin-Dzeko-says-Napoli-president.html

[bbfan1991]

Joao Moutinho and James Rodriguez from Porto to AS Monaco for £70 million apparently.

Juventus still interested in Stevan Jovetic too and Fiorentina are waiting to see if they will match Arsenal's offer or not.

[Ryan57]

"Edinson Cavani could be part of swap deal with Manchester City's Edin Dzeko, says Napoli president:"

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/football/teams/manchester-city/10070627/Edinson-Cavani-could-be-part-of-swap-deal-with-Manchester-Citys-Edin-Dzeko-says-Napoli-president.html

Advantage City in the race then. Would be great from their perspective, provided they don't want a ridiculous fee also.

[Drew.]

Advantage City in the race then. Would be great from their perspective, provided they don't want a ridiculous fee also.

i have seen both 30 million and 50 million Euros mentioned :laugh: i think 50 million is his clause so possibly 30 million + Dzeko

[Ryan57]

i have seen both 30 million and 50 million Euros mentioned :laugh: i think 50 million is his clause so possibly 30 million + Dzeko

Make that 52 million POUNDS! :p

Apparently it's a 100 million euro buy out clause. Remarkable.

[King Gizzard]

@BenSmithBBC 2m

#LFC & West Ham agree fee in region of £15m for Andy Carroll. Player yet to decide if he wants the move. More on @BBCSport

[Locke.]

Kinda gutted, but ignoring how much we paid for him I suppose £15m is good enough.

[King Gizzard]

15m is great considering, surely west ham could have got that price down because he probably wouldn't be sold if they didn't take him

[MTVN]

Mmm not gonna get my hopes up, sorta get the impression he's not that keen to come here permanently, keeps going on about his time here in the past tense. Think he is worth 15m, been dominant for us last few games and can tell he's still got loads of ability

Least we have definitely signed the Rat now though

http://www.whufc.com/javaImages/3f/69/0,,12562~11954495,00.jpg

[Locke.]

http://24.media.tumblr.com/bd37439c64fde02e8162be3799a337f0/tumblr_mmzu3zd9n61qc7pmso1_500.png

[King Gizzard]

I'm surprised they'll give him up so easily, but butland is a good replacement

Barca have just about signed Ter Stegen though so where does this leave Reina ?

[Locke.]

"I have three more years with Liverpool. I'm satisfied, comfortable and my family are very happy.

"Rumors are difficult to control but it's flattering when a club like Barca are interested in you.

"I don't know if there has been contact between the clubs or with my agent. At the moment I don't think there's anything serious."

"I don't know how long I've got left in football, what I do know is I want to enjoy what remains and feel appreciated and at Liverpool I have that."

"The years I was in Barcelona were very good. I don't have any bad feelings about not succeeding there. I played more than 50 games, when I was less than 20, it helped me grow a lot," he said.

"I would've liked to have played there more, of course, but there's no need to over-dramatize things."

First few make it sound promising that he'll stay, if Barca did have an offer accepted he'd definitely leave though

[the truth]

man utd should sell rooney and recruit bale.....rooney is on an absurd £250,000 a week....spurs have offered bale £150,000 a week .....so if man utd get bale they save £100,000 a week and get a world class player at his peak, crucially they get a creative midfielder who can beat men and score lots of goals...something theyve lacked for years

[Brother Leon]

man utd should sell rooney and recruit bale.....rooney is on an absurd £250,000 a week....spurs have offered bale £150,000 a week .....so if man utd get bale they save £100,000 a week and get a world class player at his peak, crucially they get a creative midfielder who can beat men and score lots of goals...something theyve lacked for years

Rooney is on the same wages as Bale pretty much. He is on 180k along with RVP.

[Ryan57]

man utd should sell rooney and recruit bale.....rooney is on an absurd £250,000 a week....spurs have offered bale £150,000 a week .....so if man utd get bale they save £100,000 a week and get a world class player at his peak, crucially they get a creative midfielder who can beat men and score lots of goals...something theyve lacked for years

Bale is a total pipe dream.

[Alf]

Hull City's rumored targets

Jordan Rhodes
Charlie Austin
Kasper Schmeichel
Kevin Davies
Peter Odemwingie
Danny Simpson
Alex Baptiste

[King Gizzard]

you can have given, ireland, bent, hutton if you want

[bbfan1991]

Andy Carroll for £15 million on a permanent deal would be a good signing for West Ham.

The signing of Razvan Rat did make me chuckle:D.

[bbfan1991]

Fulham have completed the free signing of Fernando Amorebieta on a four-year deal.

Good signing for them:).

[Drew.]

"Fulham Football Club is delighted to announce the free transfer signing of Ghana international Derek Boateng on a one-year deal with an option for a further year."

Fulham getting stuck in with the free transfers

[bbfan1991]

Isco is rumoured to be off to Real Madrid? I think that will turn out to be a good move for him rather than going to Manchester City:p.

[Drew.]

they already have Ozil, Kaka and Modric.. ah well that means Kaka is off then

[MTVN]

West Ham United are reportedly lining up a move for Liverpool midfielder Jonjo Shelvey this summer, according to talkSPORT.

The east London club are already negotiating with the Reds over the transfer of England striker Andy Carroll and it is thought that Shelvey could follow him down to the capital.

http://www.caughtoffside.com/2013/05/24/west-ham-set-sights-on-liverpool-youngster-jonjo-shelvey/

How great would it be if we took both of Locke's favourite players from them, bet Jonjo is desperate to come home to his boyhood club

[Locke.]

**** sake Brendan you can't let Jonjo go

[Drew.]

reports in Brazil are that Neymar is now or on the verge of being a Barca player

[King Gizzard]

and there might be something in Rooney to Arsenal

[King Gizzard]

Paulo Freitas ‏@Cynegeticus 5m

Globo Esporte reporting that #Santos communication department arrived at the club's stadium, could mean they'll announce sale of #Neymar.

[Drew.]

i bloody hope its announced this weekend.. cant be dealing with Neymar rumours all summer, Falcao will be enough

[King Gizzard]

it is apparently being done within the next hour

[Drew.]

i wont lie, im really excited about seeing him on Sky every weekend.. this is if he becomes a success

[King Gizzard]

can see it not going very well

[Drew.]

i have high hopes for him but it wouldnt surprise me if it didnt go as planned

[King Gizzard]

Messi vs Neymar feud halfway through the season, quote me

[Drew.]

quoted and sealed

[Locke.]

Just as long as he never comes to the Premier League, possibly the most annoying player there is

[Drew.]

my twitters just gone a bit mental.. they're all saying Santos have 2 bids to decide on, one from Barca and the other from Arsenal

[Drew.]

this guy is pretty much 100% spot on and reliable with info but im not sure if hes being serious or not

Renato ‏@th14Renato 1m
Brazilian-English journalists have spoken If Neymar don't sign for Arsenal I will delete my account.

[Chuck]

Real Madrid's bid for Neymar: 35 million euros
Barcelona's bid : 28 million euros

[Drew.]

Real Madrid's bid for Neymar: 35 million euros
Barcelona's bid : 28 million euros

this sounds more believable

[MTVN]

Tim Vickery just been talking about this on 5 Live, doesn't reckon Neymar will make any decision till at least after the Confederations Cup and is quite keen to play out the last year of his contract at Santos still, suppose if they have definitely accepted two bids he will move this summer though

[King Gizzard]

waiting till after the WC makes sense, need their poster boy to stay in Brazil