The Transfer Thread

[Qb]

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This one doesn't make much sense, but Sky Sports News reports that Manchester City are in talks with Arsenal to sign Emmanuel Adebayor. They have Roque Santa Cruz, are expected to sign Tevez (could this mean it's gone off the rails?), yet they want to sign another striker? At this point I don't see how Adebayor can remain with the team without eating a heaping helping of humble pie -- which appears a tad far-fetched. So if Citeh wants to bring him to the [Middle] Eastlands and is willing to pay a (typical for them) exaggerated fee, so be it...

[BunnyHardaway]

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This one doesn't make much sense, but Sky Sports News reports that Manchester City are in talks with Arsenal to sign Emmanuel Adebayor. They have Roque Santa Cruz, are expected to sign Tevez (could this mean it's gone off the rails?), yet they want to sign another striker? At this point I don't see how Adebayor can remain with the team without eating a heaping helping of humble pie -- which appears a tad far-fetched. So if Citeh wants to bring him to the [Middle] Eastlands and is willing to pay a (typical for them) exaggerated fee, so be it...

Not really seeing the logic behind it either, but it certainly doesn't hurt to have talent like Adebayor on your roster.

[OSUFan_88]

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This one doesn't make much sense, but Sky Sports News reports that Manchester City are in talks with Arsenal to sign Emmanuel Adebayor. They have Roque Santa Cruz, are expected to sign Tevez (could this mean it's gone off the rails?), yet they want to sign another striker? At this point I don't see how Adebayor can remain with the team without eating a heaping helping of humble pie -- which appears a tad far-fetched. So if Citeh wants to bring him to the [Middle] Eastlands and is willing to pay a (typical for them) exaggerated fee, so be it...

It's Citeh, they'll sign everyone, even if it means they do not fit...I think that was quite obvious when they signed Barry.

[Leon]

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It's Citeh, they'll sign everyone, even if it means they do not fit...I think that was quite obvious when they signed Barry.

Like I told my friends a few months back regarding City, "They'll buy a cow if you tell them it can score 30 goals for you."

Also, Manchester United is done with the transfer market.

While I'm a bit disappointed (we could have at least gotten that Costa kid), I definitely see Ferguson's point. The market right now is over-inflated due to Real Madrid and City. United don't need to make knee-jerk moves and regret it later. Might as well save that money and see who's available in January. I just hope United are strong enough for a 4th consecutive title and a (long shot?) 3rd Champions League final.

[sportsdude]

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Jozy Altidore to join Olympiakos on loan.

Link

that's great news for Altidore, I would think. He'll get to play for a championship team (not to mention my favorite Greek team) that will get to play in the Champions League. I don't know if Altidore will see too much CL playing time, but the thought of that happening is great.

[chestnutz6]

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Ya don't get a true feeling for how ugly Tevez is until you see a close picture of him.

[Tomasperez9]

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Ya don't get a true feeling for how ugly Tevez is until you see a close picture of him.

First off, GO 'CUSE!
Now, that picture pales in comparison to some other ones I've found...

[chestnutz6]

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good........God....

Franck Ribery is up there too




GO ORANGE

[OSUFan_88]

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Instead of Tuncay and Downing, it sounds like Villa is going after Downing and Darren Bent.

[Qb]

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Looks like Acid's boy, Lorik Cana, is on the wishlist of a few teams. The article mentions Everton, Hamburg, and "some Italian sides". Acid, if you still have the direct number for Arsene's office (we all know you gave him the scoop on Vela), you may want to give him a ring...

[Matt10]

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Lol - Cana would be sent off in the first minute of the Premier League -he's better of in Italy (not that I wouldnt' want to see him play).

[Tomasperez9]

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Carlos Tevez has completed his move to Manchester City on a five-year contract after passing his medical at Eastlands.

Marseille have completed the signing of Stoke target Stephane Mbia from Rennes.

Off-topic: chestnutz, are you a student at SU?

[Qb]

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From Sky Sports transfer clockwatch (seen it elsewhere as well):

15.50 Manchester City boss Mark Hughes has confirmed the club are in talks with Arsenal over a deal for Emmanuel Adebayor.

I've read that the teams have agreed on a fee approaching £25M and Adebayor is in Manchester discussing contract/personal terms with a weekly wage of similar to Tevez's deal. Wow. And I'm sure the conversation over the fee was a long one...

If it goes through, can Arsene finally buy the elusive experienced/quality holding mid?

[ZM Punk]

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From Sky Sports transfer clockwatch (seen it elsewhere as well):



I've read that the teams have agreed on a fee approaching £25M and Adebayor is in Manchester discussing contract/personal terms with a weekly wage of similar to Tevez's deal. Wow. And I'm sure the conversation over the fee was a long one...

If it goes through, can Arsene finally buy the elusive experienced/quality holding mid?

He better.

The question is, who of any quality is out there at that position? Mamadou Diarra is the only one that comes to mind. I like Cana but I would rather have a guy like Diarra if we have the funds to acquire him. Which we should if we sale Ade.

[chestnutz6]

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Is it just me, or does 25 million seem low? Ade scored 40+ goals in 2 seasons, and other players have gone for a lottt more. Is Kaka really worth 45 million more than Ade?

That said, I'd be so happy if this is true. Just pleeeease don't buy any more 17 year olds.