Schalke confirm Manchester United interest in Neuer; Liverpool winning the race for French star

Schalke confirm Manchester United interest in Neuer

Schalke president Clemens Tonnies has confirmed he was informed of Manchester United’s interest in keeper Manuel Neuer.

Bayern Munich have been tracking the Germany international for quite a while and the Bavarians are already pondering a summer bid.

However, Schalke president has confirmed that Manchester United are also in the race.

“An international consultant has approached me and informed me that Manchester United are interested in Neuer,” Tonnies told Bild.

“If Manchester United present us with a written request, then we will deal with it.”

Sir Alex Ferguson is still looking for a new keeper after Edwin van der Sar confirmed he would retire at the end of the season.

The Scottish boss doesn’t think either Anders Lindegaard or Tomasz Kuszczak is able to make the number one jersey their own and is likely to buy a new keeper in the summer.

Manuel Neuer is just one of the targets, while others include Maarten Stekelenburg, Rene Adler and David De Gea.

Even though the German keeper seems to be leading the race at the moment, my opinion is that Maarten Stekelenburg would be a better choice as he already has a wealth of international experience unlike Neuer.

Liverpool winning the race for French star

Liverpool are leading the race to sign Toulouse midfielder Moussa Sissoko, according to Daily Mail.

The French international has already rejected Liverpool some four years ago to sign a professional contract at Toulouse, but he is now again on the Reds’ radar.

The 21-year-old has attracted attention from clubs like Tottenham and Manchester United with his scintillating performances over the last few seasons.

Nevertheless, Liverpool reignited the interest in the player following the arrival of Damien Comolli and they are now leading the race for the highly regarded youngster.

The player himself revealed last week that he had had contacts with Liverpool.

Schalke confirm Manchester United interest in Neuer; Liverpool winning the race for French star

Schalke confirm Manchester United interest in Neuer

Schalke president Clemens Tonnies has confirmed he was informed of Manchester United’s interest in keeper Manuel Neuer.

Bayern Munich have been tracking the Germany international for quite a while and the Bavarians are already pondering a summer bid.

However, Schalke president has confirmed that Manchester United are also in the race.

“An international consultant has approached me and informed me that Manchester United are interested in Neuer,” Tonnies told Bild.

“If Manchester United present us with a written request, then we will deal with it.”

Sir Alex Ferguson is still looking for a new keeper after Edwin van der Sar confirmed he would retire at the end of the season.

The Scottish boss doesn’t think either Anders Lindegaard or Tomasz Kuszczak is able to make the number one jersey their own and is likely to buy a new keeper in the summer.

Manuel Neuer is just one of the targets, while others include Maarten Stekelenburg, Rene Adler and David De Gea.

Even though the German keeper seems to be leading the race at the moment, my opinion is that Maarten Stekelenburg would be a better choice as he already has a wealth of international experience unlike Neuer.

Liverpool winning the race for French star

Liverpool are leading the race to sign Toulouse midfielder Moussa Sissoko, according to Daily Mail.

The French international has already rejected Liverpool some four years ago to sign a professional contract at Toulouse, but he is now again on the Reds’ radar.

The 21-year-old has attracted attention from clubs like Tottenham and Manchester United with his scintillating performances over the last few seasons.

Nevertheless, Liverpool reignited the interest in the player following the arrival of Damien Comolli and they are now leading the race for the highly regarded youngster.

The player himself revealed last week that he had had contacts with Liverpool.

Argentine wonderkid flattered by Atletico interest

River Plate youngster Erik Lamela admits he is flattered by interest from big European clubs.

Milan and Atletico Madrid are reportedly very keen on the highly rated youngster, with the two clubs likely to start a real bidding war in the summer.

Argentine wonderkid flattered by Atletico interest

River Plate youngster Erik Lamela admits he is flattered by interest from big European clubs.

Milan and Atletico Madrid are reportedly very keen on the highly rated youngster, with the two clubs likely to start a real bidding war in the summer.

Reina hints at United interest

Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina has not drawn a line through a potential move to rival club Manchester United next season.

The Spain international has kept four straight clean sheets in the English Premier League to help the Reds catapult up the table to sixth place, as part of the side’s rejuvenation under Kenny Dalglish.

The 28-year-old Reina – who defended the move of compatriot Fernando Torres to Chelsea on the final day of the January transfer window – acknowledged the forthcoming retirement of United shot-stopper Edwin Van der Sar at season’s end and did not guarantee his future at Anfield next season and beyond.

“Yes, well Van der Sar will hang up his gloves in the summer so of course they (United) are looking,” Reina told Spanish radio station Ondo Sera.

“I can’t do anything. I can’t say anything logically as I have a contract with Liverpool.”

“Of course one likes to fight for titles and be in a team that does that. We always fought to be in the Champions League and try to win the title. But unfortunately it hasn’t been the case in the last couple of years.”

Reina hinted that his future playing on Merseyside is reliant upon Liverpool finishing in the top four. The Reds sit six points shy of that spot, though their return to form has revived hopes they can sneak into a Champions League spot.

“I won’t lie, I want to play in the Champions League and challenge for titles,” he said.

Tue 8 February, 2011

Reina hints at United interest

Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina has not drawn a line through a potential move to rival club Manchester United next season.

The Spain international has kept four straight clean sheets in the English Premier League to help the Reds catapult up the table to sixth place, as part of the side’s rejuvenation under Kenny Dalglish.

The 28-year-old Reina – who defended the move of compatriot Fernando Torres to Chelsea on the final day of the January transfer window – acknowledged the forthcoming retirement of United shot-stopper Edwin Van der Sar at season’s end and did not guarantee his future at Anfield next season and beyond.

“Yes, well Van der Sar will hang up his gloves in the summer so of course they (United) are looking,” Reina told Spanish radio station Ondo Sera.

“I can’t do anything. I can’t say anything logically as I have a contract with Liverpool.”

“Of course one likes to fight for titles and be in a team that does that. We always fought to be in the Champions League and try to win the title. But unfortunately it hasn’t been the case in the last couple of years.”

Reina hinted that his future playing on Merseyside is reliant upon Liverpool finishing in the top four. The Reds sit six points shy of that spot, though their return to form has revived hopes they can sneak into a Champions League spot.

“I won’t lie, I want to play in the Champions League and challenge for titles,” he said.

Tue 8 February, 2011

Atletico Madrid deny Real interest in Aguero

Atletico Madrid president, Enrique Cerezo has moved to deny speculations linking Kun Aguero with a move to Santiago Bernabeu.

Cerezo is adamant Kun Aguero will not be sold in January, especially not to Real Madrid.

Atletico Madrid deny Real interest in Aguero

Atletico Madrid president, Enrique Cerezo has moved to deny speculations linking Kun Aguero with a move to Santiago Bernabeu.

Cerezo is adamant Kun Aguero will not be sold in January, especially not to Real Madrid.

Ruud surprised by Real interest

Ruud van Nistelrooy admits he would consider a return to Real Madrid if the Spanish giants made a bid to bring him back to the Bernabeu.

Real boss Jose Mourinho revealed his admiration for the Hamburg striker on Saturday, saying he would be ‘very happy’ to have him as cover for injured forward Gonzalo Higuain, who is out for several months following back surgery.

A prolific goalscorer at former clubs PSV Eindhoven, Manchester United and Real, Van Nistelrooy netted 46 goals in 68 games during his three-and-a-half-year stay in the Spanish capital.

He made the switch from Real to Hamburg in January 2010, scoring 11 goals in 25 Bundesliga appearances, but his contract runs out at the end of this season.

Van Nistelrooy admitted to being shocked by interest from his former employers, adding that he will ’seriously’ consider a return if a bid materialises.

“It is crazy what is happening,” he told Liga Total after scoring the only goal in Hamburg’s 1-0 win at Schalke on Saturday.

“I mean for such a club to come calling at this stage of my career – that is something which has got to be considered seriously.”

“It has been a strange week. I had to focus all of my efforts on today’s game and that was not easy.”

“I think we are going to clear this up in the next few days.”

While confirming Real’s interest in Van Nistelrooy, Hamburg director of sport Bastian Reinhardt says the club are yet to receive an offer.

“We have spoken to Ruud and we know about Real’s interest in signing him this winter,” he said.

“But they have not made an offer and, therefore, we don’t even need to discuss it.”

“Of course Ruud is staying with us.”

Hamburg manager Armin Veh highlighted the importance of the club keeping their star after watching Van Nistelrooy’s heroics against Schalke.

“Ruud is fitter now than he has ever been,” he told ZDF television.

“To lose him would be a bitter blow. Therefore we will do all that we can to keep him here, even though I can understand him.”

Sun 16 January, 2011

Porto admit interest in River Plate wonderkid

Porto boss Andre Villas Boas has admitted interest in River Plate forward Rogelio Funes Mori.

The talented coach voiced his opinion one of the hottest prospects in Europe.

Wolves re-ignite Sidwell interest

Steve Sidwell could be on his way to Wolverhampton Wanderers after West Ham United stalled in their discussions with the Aston Villa man.

Sidwell, 28, had agreed terms with Wolves in December before an offer from West Ham provided the former Reading and Chelsea man a chance to be closer to his family.

But with the east London club unable to agree a deal with Sidwell, the transfer to Wolves is now set to be resurrected.

Sidwell was in the stands during Wolves’ 1-0 win over Chelsea at Molineux on Wednesday, with prospective new manager Mick McCarthy after the game revealing the player’s allegiance to the West Midlands club.

“He’s a Wolves fan – didn’t you know?” McCarthy said.

“I haven’t spoken to him, so there’s nothing much I can say. A fee had been agreed with the clubs beforehand. His family were closer to West Ham and I had no gripe with that at all.”

“But if he’s available and we can agree a fee and terms I’d take him in a heartbeat.”

Wolves chief executive Jez Moxey confirmed that the club had renewed their discussions with Villa.

“We’d been in discussions with Villa way before Christmas over signing Steve before West Ham became involved,” Moxey said.

“We’re currently talking to them some more about the possibility of signing him permanently.”

Thu 6 January, 2011

Porto admit interest in River Plate wonderkid

Porto boss Andre Villas Boas has admitted interest in River Plate forward Rogelio Funes Mori.

The talented coach voiced his opinion one of the hottest prospects in Europe.

Newcastle boss confirms Beckham interest

Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew has confirmed that he would be keen to bring in former England captain David Beckham in the January transfer window.

The Los Angeles Galaxy star has recently been strongly linked with a loan move to Tottenham.

“I’ve made it clear to the chiefs that I need an offensive player,” said Pardew after their win at Wigan.

“Beckham is a player that could wear a Newcastle shirt – whether we can make that happen is another thing.”

He added: “The transfer window is not about who you would like but about what could happen. This would be a complicated deal.

“I think I’ll ask the club chiefs questions about all the players on my list.”

Kaka set for a summer move to Chelsea; Juventus admit interest in Pazzini and Gilardino

Agent: Kaka will join Chelsea in January

Football agent Ernesto Bronzetti believes Real Madrid star Kaka is close to agreeing a summer move to Chelsea.

The Brazilian has been strongly linked to Inter ever since Leonardo replaced Rafa Benitez, but Bronzetti believes Kaka will not be moving clubs in January.

Kaka set for a summer move to Chelsea; Juventus admit interest in Pazzini and Gilardino

Agent: Kaka will join Chelsea in January

Football agent Ernesto Bronzetti believes Real Madrid star Kaka is close to agreeing a summer move to Chelsea.

The Brazilian has been strongly linked to Inter ever since Leonardo replaced Rafa Benitez, but Bronzetti believes Kaka will not be moving clubs in January.

Man City confirms interest in Wolfsburg star

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has confirmed that they are keen on signing Wolfsburg striker Edin Dzeko.

The Bosnian striker has long been linked with a

Man City confirms interest in Wolfsburg star

Manchester City manager Roberto Mancini has confirmed that they are keen on signing Wolfsburg striker Edin Dzeko.

The Bosnian striker has long been linked with a

New Blackburn boss confirms Beckham interest

New Blackburn Rovers manager Steve Kean has revealed that he would be keen on signing LA Galaxy midfielder David Beckham.

Kean replaced Sam Allardyce as manager at Ewood Park earlier this month and will be keen to strengthen his squad in the January transfer window.

Kean told talkSPORT, when asked if he would be interested to bring in Beckham:

New Blackburn boss confirms Beckham interest

New Blackburn Rovers manager Steve Kean has revealed that he would be keen on signing LA Galaxy midfielder David Beckham.

Kean replaced Sam Allardyce as manager at Ewood Park earlier this month and will be keen to strengthen his squad in the January transfer window.

Kean told talkSPORT, when asked if he would be interested to bring in Beckham:

Agent confirms interest in Genoa star

important clubs’ are interested in signing the 23-year-old defender.

Criscito has recently been linked with the likes of Manchester United, Inter Milan and Bayern Munich.

“It’s always hard to predict what will happen in the market,” the agent told Sky Sport Italia.

“There is important interest in the player and we will evaluate what the best offer is with president Enrico Preziosi.

“Napoli? I spoke with them and they have never shown an interest and so I can exclude this as far as I am concerned.

“But, in the market you can never exclude anything until the clock stops

“I am open to any important solution for the player as is the president both technically and economically.”