After months of homework and then placing two bids for the former Arsenal midfielder Cesc Fabregas, United is finally empty handed. Its long running affords to secure 26-year-old looks to be going in a vein as Barcelona has finally refused to listen to any offer from the EPL champions. This is rather a shock for the new United’s manager who was sure to secure the midfielder for upcoming English premier league season. This is probably the first time United fails to lure a club despite bidding twice within a month, but it looks uncertainty at Barcelona has gone by after the arrival of Gerardo Martino as the replacement of Tito Vilanova. Fabregas has been a key contributor for Barcelona ever since he joined them back in 2011, he has since played 96 matches for the Spanish giant though he was seen mostly following other key players like Xavi and Andres Iniesta, and still he has ever been a worthy asset for La Liga champions. Barcelona vice-president Josep Maria Bartomeu said during the … [Read more...]
Ronaldinho retorts his critics, helps Atletico win Copa Libertadores
Former world star and winner of the world player of the year title for two times, Ronaldinho finally answered his critics who have been long saying that forward’s days are gone. He helped Atletico Mineiro win the prestigious Copa Libertadores in the penalty shootout. This is the first time Libertadores could manage to triumph the title; they defeated Paraguayan opponents Olimpia in the penalty shootout. Actually, they were behind by 2-0 after the first leg in Asuncion and in this game they first equalized the lead during allotted time and then won by a 4-3 edge on penalty. The first goal of the match came within the second minute of second half when Ronaldinho’s cross brilliantly capitalized by Jo. It was Jo’s seventh one of the tournament making him among the top scorers of the tourney. With this achievement, Ronaldinho has joined the elite club of stars like Cafu, Roque Junior, Dida, Carlos Tevez, Walter Samuel, and Pablo Sorin after winning both Champions League and Copa … [Read more...]
Manchester United raises bid for Cesc Fabregas
Manchester United is known for not letting its desired players go away so easily, and that is why whenever a club refuses its deal request, it keeps adding more cherries to its offer until it gets what it wants. This is something that is happening with Spanish footballer Cesc Fabregas who is playing with Barcelona and reportedly they want to get rid of him. Earlier, United made a $25 million offer for the midfielder but when Barca asked for something more, United agreed to hike its paycheck to $30 million along with add-ons. Club executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward is reportedly leading the negotiations and club manager Moyes only wants the end result in his favor. Notably, Moyes has become quite eager for more depth in his team ever since he joined the EPL champions; perhaps he has a long list of shortlisted players he wants into his army for the next EPL season. When asked about the status on Fabregas deal, the Scot said, “As I understand it, Ed had a response, We have made a second … [Read more...]
Thiago Alcantara thanks Barca fans for support
While on the one side, Barcelona is known for snatching big players from any club in the world, it is also a fact that other clubs also don’t let any opportunity go away to hire Barca’s players. Thiago Alcantara is one such defender who has been an important part for Barcelona’s defense and after his makeshift to Bayern Munich, he recalled his cheering memories playing at Spanish giant, in fact, he remembers fans the most. Alcantara let everyone know about his feelings leaving Barcelona he talked to the world via his twitter account and said, “I didn’t want to end my time at Barca without saying goodbye to you, those who have always been there. Leaving the club that took me under its wings as a 14-year-old… it was a difficult decision that I gave a lot of thought to. Barca and everyone involved with the club have given me everything. They have helped me grow, mature and learn from the good and bad times. Team-mates, coaching staff, employees, fans, especially the fans… who make this … [Read more...]
Paris St-Germain signs Edinson Cavani for £55m
French club Paris St-Germain is always known for throwing exaggerating figures for players of its liking, we have seen in the past how it snatched some of the best talents in the business from others. This time, it was the turn of Napoli’s striker Edinson Cavani, who has reportedly signed a five-year deal for French champions at £55m figure. This is perhaps the biggest in French history and PSG doesn’t mind losing their pocket to hire players like Cavani who has been the top scorer in Serie A last season. He has scored 78 goals in total playing for Napoli which made him an eye candy for top notch clubs like Manchester United and Chelsea, but he chose a French side to face even tougher challenges. His forward line in France will have Ligue 1 player of the year Zlatan Ibrahimovic who has scored 30 goals for Parisians. His strike rate at Napoli was magnificent where he scored 102 goals in 136 games making him one of the finest strikers in the business. Earlier, he has been associated with … [Read more...]
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