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31/07/2007 17:34:44
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We are delighted to announce that we have signed Kevin-Prince Boateng from Hertha Berlin.
A central midfielder, the 20-year-old arrives at the Lane having already played 42 games in Germany’s Bundesliga, scoring four goals. He has also made six appearances in the UEFA Cup.

Boateng progressed through the ranks at Hertha Berlin having initially played for the reserve team in the Regionalliga Nord, where he scored three goals in 18 games in the 2004-05 season aged just 17.

Capped by Germany at youth and Under-21 level, Boateng was awarded the prestigious Fritz Walter Gold Medal Award after being voted Best Young Player in Germany in July, 2006 and went on to contribute 14 assists towards Hertha's goal tally last season.

"For me it is amazing to be in England," reacted Kevin to his arrival. "To be in London and playing for Spurs will be great for me. It has been my ambition to play in England, I am 20 now and am about to quickly realise my dream.

"I know that Spurs are a team who like to play offensive football. The club want to climb higher next season and I want to be a part of it.

"I watched the Premier League regularly in Germany, it is the most famous league in the world and I have always enjoyed it."

Martin Jol added that Kevin will bring strength and variety to his midfield options.

"Kevin is a talented player who plays for the Under-21 side of his country," said the manager. "You could compare him with the likes of Aaron Lennon and Tom Huddlestone in that he is an exciting player for now and the future.

"He is an attacking midfield player, very strong and that is one of his main assets.

"In Germany he is regarded as one of the biggest talents, we recognised this and went in for him."

[[i] 本帖最后由 robur02 于 2007-8-1 10:03 AM 编辑 [/i]]

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Adieu, Adu - Ghana-born US prodigy leaves for Benfica

Freddy Adu, the 18-year-old Ghana-born US forward who joined Major League Soccer at age 14, has departed Real Salt Lake to play for Benfica of Portugal, the European club announced.

A posting on Benfica and #39;s web site said Adu took part on Tuesday in his first training session with the Portugese club after leaving MLS-worst Real for what the Salt Lake Tribune reported to be a five-year deal worth 550,000 dollars a season.

"This is certainly a scenario that does not surprise us and we would like to thank Freddy for his time here and wish him the best of luck," Real coach Jason Kreis said.

Adu, expected to command a two million-dollar transfer fee, played for DC United, his hometown squad, until a trade to Real for this season, which has seen the team stumble to 1-9 with six drawn, on pace for the worst mark in MLS history.

A stellar performance earlier this month at the under-20 World Cup in Canada helped the Americans reach the quarter-finals and boosted Adu and #39;s stock overseas, where he had hoped to play in the upcoming season.

Adu was born in Ghana but came to the United States and became a citizen, playing briefly in one international match to commit his future World Cup eligibility to the Americans, closing the door on overtures from his birthland.

Adu skipped a Real loss on Saturday to begin his trek to Portugal. The move opens a roster spot and money under the MLS salary cap, with an MLS website posting saying possible replacements include Nigeria and #39;s Uche Chinyere, Frenchman Tony Versailles or Argentina and #39;s Edgar Espinola and Javier Morales.

Hyped as much for his youth as for skills that rarely shined in MLS, Adu produced only one goal with two assists in 11 MLS games.

哎呀我们的大宝怎么办呢

不是说adu去inter吗?

Rossoneri Aim For Baptista Loan Deal

Milanese mover-and-shaker Adriano Galliani has formally confirmed AC Milan's intent to land Real Madrid misfit Julio Baptista on a loan deal...

Milan coach Carlo Ancelotti has identified Julio Baptista as an ideal summer signing - and Adriano Galliani has been charged with landing the Brazilian player.

The powerful attacking midfielder would be a useful addition to the Rossoneri squad, but Galliani has confirmed that Milan won't be rushing headlong into a deal.

He said, "The situation is very clear, if Real are willing to let him leave on a loan deal with a buy-out option we can strike a deal.

Otherwise we will make no changes and play with Clarence Seedorf, Kaka, Ronaldo, Pippo Inzaghi and Alberto Gilardino, which isn’t bad at all.”

While it is, indeed, not bad at all, the Milanese fans are hungry for new signings - which have been conspicuous by their absence this summer - and one wonders how the supporters would react if August came and went without a big-name arrival.

But hopes of Baptista being a new player may be dashed when one considers the alleged terms desired by Real Madrid.

As reported earlier, Madrid coach Bernd Schuster still has his eye on Kaka - and a big suitcase full of cash ready to be sent to Milan - and the club may eye a swap deal.

Rumour has it that the Merengues are weighing up the possibility of a 55 million euro deal, plus Baptista and Cassano, in exchange for Kaka.

For now, however, Galliani denies that this is the case.

Kaka? No Real official asked for him or included Baptista in an offer for him, they know that he cannot be bought and that we will keep him for at least four more years,” insisted the vice-president.

Cicinho Bows To Wife Over Roma Move

Cicinho has reiterated his desire to stay at Real Madrid after his wife put paid to any thoughts of him making a move to AS Roma this summer.


The Brazilian full-back has revealed that after receiving an offer from the Italian outfit, he was told that he would be going solo if he accepted.

"I spoke to my wife about the possibility and in a very serious tone she replied, 'You'll be going alone'," he joked. "She likes it here (in Madrid)."

After being fielded in Madrid's opening pre-season friendly on the left, Cicinho has gone public with his preference for playing on the right.

His comments saw speculation increase that he was looking for a way out of the club, but has he been quick to state that it was not his intention.

Madrid signed me for how I had been playing as a right-back, but if the coach asks me to play as goalkeeper, I'll do it. I know I am part of a team," he continued.

Roma have made their interest official and Cicinho admits to knowing all about the club as he spoke to his friend Doni, as well as receiving a call from Francesco Totti.

"I have a great friend there, the keeper Doni," he explained. "When we speak he sometimes hands the phone over to Totti.

He asked me how I was and I told him I am happy. That said, if Madrid don't need me, there wouldn't be a problem if I left."

Cicinho was keen to stake his claim for a place on the right, because he believes that it would give added competition to Bernd Schuster's squad.

"It's not like playing is a live or die situation," he said. "I want to fight for a spot, as long as it's on the right. That's where I am strongest. The competition will be good for Madrid."

Sergio Ramos is expected to compete for the right-back spot with Michel Salgado this term, leav ing Cicinho's options limited.

Winger Arjen Robben has been told to sign a new Chelsea contract this week or be sold to Real Madrid. (Various)

Real have increased their offer for Robben by £6m to £20m. (Daily Mail)

Manchester City have agreed a £7.4m deal for Brazil midfielder Elano and he will complete his move from Shakhtar Donetsk on Tuesday. (Daily Star)

Valencia are ready to pay £13m for Bolton striker Nicolas Anelka, who could be tempted by the lure of Champions League football. (Daily Star)

Newcastle have made a surprise £6m bid for Manchester United striker Alan Smith. (Daily Mail)

Manchester City boss Sven-Goran Eriksson is considering a £7m move for Smith. (Telegraph)

Sheffield United's bid for Everton's James Beattie is likely to collapse over the striker's £40,000 a week wages. (Daily Star)

West Ham have told Carlos Tevez's agent he can have him for £6m - the minimum the Premier League will allow the club to be paid for his registration. But Joorabchian looks set to go ahead with his High Court action. That could wreck Manchester United's chances of signing the striker before the transfer window shuts on 31 August. (The Sun)

Joorabchian has offered only £100,000 to West Ham because he is so confident of winning a court case. (Daily Star)

Reading want to sign Sheffield Wednesday midfielder Glenn Whelan in a £1.4m deal. (Various)

Bolton could move for Hull goalkeeper Boaz Myhill with uncertainty over Jussi Jaaskelainen's future. (Telegraph)

Arsenal's £8m-rated midfielder Jose Antonio Reyes is set to sign for Atletico Madrid. Real Madrid, where the Spaniard spent last season on loan, are unwilling to pay more than £5m. (Daily Mirror)

Sunderland boss Roy Keane has admitted he is interested in Cork City striker Roy O'Donovan. (Independent)

Everton and Manchester City will battle it out for the signature of Leighton Baines after Wigan indicated their willingness to sell. (Daily Mirror)

But they could face competition from Manchester United, if they sell Gabriel Heinze. (Telegraph)

Portsmouth striker Lomana Lua Lua is being targeted by Sevilla and Espanyol. (Daily Mirror)

Derby are close to securing a £500,000 deal for Portsmouth defender Andy Griffin. (Telegraph)

Celtic have offered Jim O'Brien as part of their bid for Kilmarnock striker Steven Naismith. (Daily Record)

Rangers will sign Hibernian right-back Steven Whittaker for £1.75m this week. (Various)

Lens striker Daniel Cousin says he could be a Rangers player within 48 hours. (Daily Record)

But Rangers value Gabon international Daniel Cousin at less than the £1.5m being demanded by Lens. (Daily Express)

[quote]Real have increased their offer for Robben by £6m to £20m[/quote]
走吧 既然心不在这儿 机不可失

Nesta bids Azzurri farewell

Alessandro Nesta has followed in Francesco Totti’s footsteps and announced his retirement from international football.

The Milan stopper hasn’t featured in the Azzurri’s recent qualifiers and it has now been confirmed that the 31-year-old has played his last game for Italy.

“I’ve always been so attached to the national jersey and playing for my country has been the best thing in my career,” he stated at a Press conference at Milanello.

“I’m very sorry, but I can’t keep playing in all these games. If I want to keep myself at the top level I need to rest a bit."

Although the decision has only been announced today, it appears that Nesta had been preparing his exit for months.

“I missed a national game when I got married which I only allowed to happen because I knew my Azzurri adventure was over,” he admitted.

“Perhaps I could have gone on longer, but my greatest regret is the last World Cup as it wasn’t easy to watch my teammates triumph while I was sidelined with an injury.”

nesta也退出国家队了 不知道明年欧锦赛意大利怎么踢了.

Bojinov Not A Man City Player Just Yet - Agent

Valeri Bojinov's agent has shed light on the player's impending move to Manchester City.


There have been widespread reports that a deal has already been struck beetween City and Fiorentina, and that it is only a matter of hours before Bojinov travels to England.

The player himself confirmed the same to a Bugarian news agency earlier today, but his agent, Gerry Palomba, remains cautious.

While confirming that a deal is close, he warned that there are a few issues that must still be sorted out.

At this moment in time he is still a Fiorentina player and there are some small details to be whittled down with the English club," said Palomba.

We are negotiating and it is possible that everything will be sorted out within minutes or hours.

I am working to clarify every aspect of the deal and there is a lot to look at for the good of Valeri."

Reports earlier today suggested that an 8.5 million euro offer had been accepted in principle.

Pato D-Day: August 15

It's most likely going to be a face-off between Real Madrid and AC Milan to land the Brazilian starlet, with the Rossoneri currently in the lead. We'll know by August 15th who'll win the highly-rated youngster's signature...

The world will know by August 15th who is to land Pato: AC Milan or Real Madrid.

Although other clubs have shown an interest, the player himself has all but confirmed it's a two horse race. Speaking to globoesporte, he said, "My father [was] in Europe to hear the offers of Milan and Real Madrid."

He's now guatanteed to leave Internacional, and will do so by the 15th of this month.

His father - who acts as something of an agent for the player - claimed, "Pato will decide in the next few days. Things surely can’t continue in this unsure manner so we have to decide one way and end this saga.

"We will resolve this before August 15 once and for all as there is no point in renewing his contract at Internacional."

Heinze Expects Transfer Resolution This Week

Argentine defender Gabriel Heinze says he believes his future will be resolved by the end of this week


Manchester United's unsettled full-back, Gabriel Heinze, expects his future to be sorted out very soon.

Heinze, who is looking to leave Old Trafford, is caught up in a bitter transfer wranhle between United and their arch-rivals Liverpool.

United have said Heinze can leave for any club that meet their £6.8million asking price - the value of a release clause in the Argentine's contract - as long as that club is not Liverpool (or Chelsea or Arsenal, neither of whom have shown any interest).

Liverpool have agreed to pay the £6.8 million trigger price, but United are refusing to sell the player to the Anfield club.

The dispute has now been taken up by lawyers to resolve.

United claim they have the right to turn down any offer, so Heinze is not sure where he will begin the new season.

Newly promoted Italian giants Juventus are said to be monitoring the situation closely, and Heinze himself is hoping that his immediate future can by clarified very quickly.

"Sometimes the player is the last one to find out where he will play," Heinze was quoted as saying in The Sun.

"I know there are several teams interested in me and that makes me feel really proud.

"I'll know precisely in what team I'm going to play at the end of the week. In a few days, we'll see what will happen."

from goal.com

Heinze好象最终还是会去juventus.据个人了解.


West Ham will complete the £6m signing of Newcastle midfielder Kieron Dyer on Thursday. (Various)

Barcelona have insisted midfielder Deco will be staying with them, dealing a blow to Chelsea's hopes of capturing the Portugal star. (The Sun)

But one player determined to join the Blues is Seville's Brazilian defender Daniel Alves, who is ready to lose £3m in wages to seal the deal. (The Sun)

Sunderland will make another bid for Hearts keeper Craig Gordon. (The Sun)

Reading manager Steve Coppell is preparing a £2m bid for Fulham defender Liam Rosenior. (The Sun)

Coppell also seems set to sign Nantes midfielder Emerse Fae. (Daily Mirror)

Middlesbrough hope to beat Fulham to the signature of Portsmouth's Sean Davis, after offering £2m for the midfielder. (The Sun)

However, Boro face competition from Premier league rivals Fulham, whose manager Lawrie Sanchez is also keen on the player. (Daily Mirror)

Arjen Robben has told Chelsea to pay him what he is worth if they are to have a chance of preventing him from joining Real Madrid. (Daily Star)

Sunderland have signed Tottenham striker Mido for £6m. (Daily Mirror)

Barcelona are keen on luring Chelsea midfielder Claude Makelele to the Nou Camp. (Daily Mirror)

Newcastle manager Sam Allardyce is prepared to splash out £3m to sign Fulham's midfield powerhouse Papa Bouba Diop. (Daily Mirror)

Manchester City boss Sven-Goran Eriksson will continue spending to sign Valeri Bojinov, Elano, Javier Garrido and Vedran Corluka. (Various)

Wigan want to sign West Brom skipper Paul Robinson on pay-as-you-play contract. (Daily Mirror)

Middlesbrough centre-back Chris Riggott is on his way to Hull in a £1m transfer. (Daily Mirror)

And Boro are considering Portsmouth's offer of £10m plus Sean Davis for striker Yakubu. (Daily Mirror)

Wigan and Newcastle are hoping to tempt defender Abdoulaye Faye away from Bolton. (Daily Mail)

Derby boss Billy Davies has slapped a £5m price tag on Giles Barnes, who is attracting interest from West Ham and Tottenham. (Various)

Everton boss David Moyes is close to agreeing a £5m deal for Wigan defender Leighton Baines.

Moyes will also move for Manchester United's Alan Smith if James Beattie joins Sheffield United. (Daily Mail)

Fulham manager Lawrie Sanchez will offer £1m for Liverpool defender Sami Hyypia. (Daily Express)

Meanwhile, Liverpool will move for Celta Vigo defender Diego Placente if they fail to sign Manchester United's Gabriel Heinze. (Daily Express)

[[i] 本帖最后由 calvinzhang 于 2007-8-2 05:12 AM 编辑 [/i]]

[quote]原帖由 [i]calvinzhang[/i] 于 2007-8-2 06:09 PM 发表
Meanwhile, Liverpool will move for Celta Vigo defender Diego Placente if they fail to sign Manchester United's Gabriel Heinze [/quote]
0=024 placente谁能介绍多点

Diego Placente

[quote]原帖由 [i]Tim.Gerrard[/i] 于 2007-8-2 05:16 发表

0=024 placente谁能介绍多点 [/quote]

Diego Rodolfo Placente (born 24 April 1977 in Buenos Aires) is an Argentine footballer who plays at left-back for Celta de Vigo of the Spanish league.

Placente started playing professionally in 1996 with Argentinos Juniors, before moving to Argentine giant River Plate in 1997. He transferred to Bayer Leverkusen in 2001, where he played until 2005 when his contract expired, he turned down an offer from English club Everton to join Celta de Vigo. He played his first match with the Argentina national football team in 2000, and was capped 22 times (as of January 2005). According to the Greek press, Olympiacos are trying to persuade the player to move to Greece and play for them. Speculation in the Scottish press recently suggested the player was a target for Rangers FC.

Honors and awards

[color=Red]FIFA World Youth Championship: 1997

Bundesliga_(football) runner-up: 2002

UEFA Champions League finalist: 2002

German Cup finalist: 2002 [/color]

[quote]原帖由 [i]calvinzhang[/i] 于 2007-8-2 06:22 PM 发表


Diego Rodolfo Placente (born 24 April 1977 in Buenos Aires) is an Argentine footballer who plays at left-back for Celta de Vigo of the Spanish league.

Placente started playing professional ... [/quote]
0=024 30岁了啊

[quote]原帖由 [i]Tim.Gerrard[/i] 于 2007-8-2 07:20 发表

0=024 30岁了啊 [/quote]
恩.to be fair,他以前在德甲t得还是不错的.

Blues get Alex clearance

Alex has been granted a work permit by the Home Office and is now set to hold talks with Chelsea.



Chelsea have been looking to secure Alex from PSV Eindhoven for some time and can now attempt to push through a deal.


The Brazil international has yet to agree terms or take a medical.


A statement on the official Chelsea website said: "At a hearing today, Alex was granted a work permit.


"He still has to agree personal terms with Chelsea Football Club and have a medical."