Well, the sight of Stamford Bridge might warm some of our hearts, but it apparently doesn’t hold quite the same appeal for others – even where financial incentives might be involved. Because following recent reports of Frank Arnesen’s interest in signing 23 year old Ezequiel Lavezzi, quickly countered by a “hands off” warning from Napoli, [...]
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John Obi Mikel arrived at Stamford Bridge in June 2006 following a much publicised battle with Manchester United and FC Lyn Oslo over his rights. Both Chelsea and United claimed to have signed him and after initially appearing more than happy in a red shirt, Mikel eventually became a Chelsea player after a year of [...]
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Oh dear, oh dear. It appears the England manager is a little naive when it comes to the concept of ‘support’ in this country.
Fabio Capello has said he’s not exactly overwhelmed when it comes to the outpourings of love from England fans during his short reign so far. And despite the lavish 90,000-seater stadium [...]
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The role of director of football isn’t a particularly popular one and the recent, very public resignations of Keegan from Newcastle and Curbishley from West Ham has only served to highlight how managers feel when it comes to their lack of say over transfers. This practice doesn’t seem to have done Ramos any favours at [...]
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Michael Ballack has won his first award this season.
The Chelsea midfielder has looked pretty decent so far this term and this has not gone unrecognised, with him being voted Germany’s ‘sexiest player’. Not the worst honour a player can earn I guess although maybe a little less flattering that it was voted for by [...]
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