Fergie to Offload Up to Nine Players in Mass Squad Clear-Out

Reports in several english newspapers recently have suggested that Theo Walcott might not be willing to sign a new contract with the gunners this summer. After returning home with the England team after their exit from Euro 2012, the winger looks set for crunch talks with Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger over whether his place in the squad is still assured, due to the signings of Lukas Podolski and Olivier Giroud in the last few weeks.

After rumours of Robin Van Persie’s imminent exit from the club, Walcott is looking for re-assurance that himself and Van Persie will still both be held in high regard at the club. If these expectations are met by the club, it seems that the England goal hero against Sweden will be staying in North London at the Emirates stadium.

The apparent unrest of Arsenal’s number 14 has sparked interest from a host of big name clubs, including Manchester United and Juventus. With the gunners looking to revive a title challenge, not seen for some years now, they will hope to persuade Walcott to stay and see that the newly formed strike force can challenge the likes of Manchester City for major honours next season.

Tom Dunn

Seedorf announce Milan exit

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Jun 23, 2012

It has now become a fact. Seedorf will leave Milan.

A summary of Seedorfs words to Milan channel: “I am leaving after 10 wonderful years. I arrived here at a delicate moment in my career, after having thought long and hard, and now I will do the same. I have to consider many aspects.

I am looking for a project that convinces me. I am delighted about how my experience at Milan went. They were intense years, the seasons just flew by, as happens with all the beutiful things in life. I’d like to thank the club president and Adriano Galliani, all of the staff and everybody at Milanello.

As for the fans, I would like to have the chance to thank them in a dignified way when the right moment comes along. I thank Italy which has been my home for 13 years, and where I have brought two children into the world. There will always be a special bond, especially with the city of Milan.

Official: FC Sion sign Gattuso

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Jun 15, 2012

According to AC Milan’s official website Gennaro has joined Swiss club FC Sion.
Gattuso has signed a two-year contract with the club.

Galliani comments after T. Silva stay

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Jun 14, 2012

Galliani to Azzuri Italia, about Thiago stay and Z. Ibrahimovic: I feel much better now, after president Silvio Berlusconi’s decision. If the fans are happy? I am also a fan of this club.

We have to thank Berlusconi, this was an act of heroism. We will lose a lot of money by keeping Thiago Silva, but Berlusconi will pump that money into the club himself.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic? Of course that he will stay. We are fully covered in all areas.

Official: Thiago stays at Milan!

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Jun 14, 2012

The Brazilian was about to pack his bags when the club’s supremo decided to stall the transfer, and make an official say about the sale.

Two days ago Mr. President said: We have to sell Thiago, I cannot keep him because of the financial situation.

But something happened after Maldini and Cassanos critical comments about Thiago’s transfer and after the rossoneri fans expressed their dissatsfaction. The supremo maestro did the same thing he did when PSG was trying to sign the young Brazilian forward in january. He changed his mind, letting Galliani and co. know that the player is going nowhere!

Official pressrelease acmilan.com – President Silvio Berlusconi has decided that Thiago Silva will stay at Milan.

More will follow, since the agent of Thiago Silva has claimed a new contract with a higher salary. They want the doubble amount of what the player earns today witch means something around 7 million euros / annum. It sounds fair since PSG offered 9 million euro / annum.

Berlusconi Confirms

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Jun 12, 2012

According to corriere dello sport, Berlusconi confirms by saying something like: “You can not NOT sell T. Silva”..

Meaning they will not keep the Brazilian defender!

More will follow

Thiago – PSG almost a done deal!

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Jun 12, 2012

Monday 2012-06-11

According to Skysports, Thiago is on his way of signing with the French giants. Reports claim that Thiago is signing a 4-year contract worth 9.5 million euros, and his price will be close to 50 million euros.

Yesterday’s subject all over Italy was if Thiago’s departure was good for the club, and all experts made their analyses about the departure, both from an economic perspective and from the players’ perspective.

Tuesday 2012-06-12

Thiago Silva’s agent confirms Milan talks and Galliani was spotted in France this morning, here are some of his agent’s, Paulo Fernando Tonietto, statements to Tuttomercatoweb:

“There are negotiations between Milan and Paris Saint-Germain, but I do not know if the Rossoneri will sell him.”

“It is true that the biggest clubs in Europe have contacted Milan regarding Thiago. We are talking about one of the most important players of their squad.”

“I can only say that if Milan decides to sell Thiago, it would be the highlight of his career.”

Analysis:

From on economic point of view everyone agrees on one thing, the Pato-story. If Milan would have gone through with the Pato-deal we wouldn’t be in today’s ‘Thiago scenario’.

What does the player want? The latest interview from the Brazilian, shows that Thiago truly wants a Milan stay and he is all about how big he wants to become within the club and that he is waiting to be the team’s captain. Is this true? Is he really a future Milan icon? Or is he just doing like everyone else, saying that they will stay and then leave the very day after? You never know!

Football isn’t solely about passion anymore, money plays an increasing role in the decision making of players. A player can seriously not say that the French League 1 is better than the Serie A, but as we all know it the Brazilians have a weakness for money, so we’ll just have to wait and see…

To be continued……

Sam

France lineup against England

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Jun 11, 2012

Hugo Lloris, Philippe Mexes, Adil Rami, Patrice Evra, Mathieu Debuchy, Alou Diarra, Florent Malouda, Yohan Cabaye, Franck Ribéry, Karim Benzema, Samir Nasri

Englands lineup against France

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Jun 11, 2012

Joe Hart, Glen Johnson, John Terry, Joleon Lescott, Ashley Cole, James Milner, Steven Gerrard, Scott Parker, Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Ashley Young, Danny Welbeck

Lineups Spain – Italy

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Jun 10, 2012

Spain: Casillas – Arbeloa Ramos Pique Alba – X.Alonso Busquets – Silva Xavi Iniesta – Fàbregas.

Italy: Buffon – Bonucci, De Rossi, Chiellini – Maggio, Thiago Motta, Pirlo, Marchisio, Giaccherini – Cassano, Balotelli.

VIDEO: Highlights from Brazil – Argentina

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Jun 9, 2012

Argentina vs Brazil 4-3 – Highlights & Goals – 09 June 2012

Hattrick from Messi. Great volleygoal from Hulk. Lavezzi fighting with Marcelo… intense match.

Starting line-ups. Germany – Portugal

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Jun 9, 2012

Germany: Neuer – Boateng, Hummels, Badstuber, Lahm – Khedira, Schweinsteiger – Müller, Özil, Podolski – Gomez.

Portugal: Patrício – Joao Pereira, Alves, Pepe, Coentrao – Veloso, Moutinho, Meireles – Nani, Postiga, Ronaldo.

Brendan Rodgers is Liverpools new manager

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May 30, 2012

After a lot of back and forth, Liverpool at last got a new manager. Bredan Rogers will sign a three-year contract at Anfieldand and Liverpool will pay Swansea between £4m and £5m. Liverpool is a big step up for Rogers, he has only worked as a manager since 2008.

PREDICTION: Norway – England

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May 26, 2012