Thursday 31 May 2012

RVP to become Hiddink's MVP?


Robin in action for Holland

Anzhi Makhachkala Manager Guus Hiddink has been given a blank cheque to sign three world class players.

And Hiddink has put Arsenal striker Robin van Persie at the top of his shopping list.
It has been reported in some media outlets that Anzhi owner Suleyman Kerimov, one of the richest men in the world, has made it clear to Hiddink that the best players can be given contracts worth over £15m a year!
Arsenal insiders will be worried at this news as they know any offer from the Russian giants would certainly dwarf what's likely to be on the table from van Persie's current Club, and that Robin could be forced to choose.

Monday 28 May 2012

Mourinho is 'Real' deal..



Jose Mourinho has committed his future to Real Madrid after signing a new four year deal with the Club.
FWF Magazine had recently tipped the Portuguese manager for a return to Chelsea, but after guiding the Club to their first La Liga title since 2008, and having also recorded a memorable victory over Barcelona at the Nou Camp, the 'Special One has been rewarded with a new deal.
Mourinho has previously won the Premier League twice with Chelsea as well as League and Champions League titles with Porto and Inter Milan.
Madrid ended the season with 100 points, nine points clear of second place Barcelona, setting an all time points record for any top European League. Wow. 


 

Friday 25 May 2012

Manchester United still rule the roost in the brand department


According to figures recently published, Manchester United have a brand value for 2012 of USD$853m, a huge $67m ahead of second placed (and surprisingly to some) Bayern Munich. Manchester United remains the world’s most valuable football brand, despite ending the year without a trophy and watching rivals Manchester City snatch the Premier League title away on the final day of the English PL season.

The bulk of United's TV rights, gate receipts and merchandise remained as strong as ever, meaning they still have the financial edge over Man City in terms of brand value.
For Chelsea, winning Europe’s most coveted trophy, along with the FA Cup, was not enough to shift them from fifth position.
There’s some consolation for Germans Bayern, who are this year’s big winners in terms of brand value, overtaking Barcelona and Real Madrid after posting a value just short of $800m, despite losing out to Chelsea.
Their success in Germany and presence in the final of the Champions League has been bolstered by financial gains.
Not forgetting the two Spanish giants... Barcelona and Real Madrid have been afflicted by the state of their domestic economy, with unemployment hitting gate receipts and other revenue streams.
And the same can be said for the Italian Clubs.

Here's a look at the 2012 Brand Finance Football top 10.
1. Manchester United - USD$853m
2. Bayern Munich - $786m
3. Real Madrid - $600m
4. FC Barcelona - $580m
5. Chelsea - $398m
6. Arsenal - $388m
7. Liverpool - $367m
8. Manchester City - $302m
9. AC Milan - $292m
10. Schalke 04 - $266m

Monday 14 May 2012

Chelsea to be re-energised?



English Football Club Chelsea FC have announced they have submitted a bid to buy Battersea Power Station in Wandsworth, London with a view to building a new 60,000 capacity Stadium on the site.

The new Stadium would mean a move across the River Thames, with the proposed new location approximately three miles from their current home.

A Chelsea supporter enjoys the game at Stamford Bridge on Sunday

A statement on Chelsea’s official website said: “Chelsea Football Club can confirm to our fans that we have today submitted an offer, with our property development partner Almacantar, to acquire the 39-acre Battersea Power Station site.

“Battersea Power Station is one of London's most famous buildings and has the potential to become one of the most iconic Football Stadiums in the world.


“Our joint bid was submitted in accordance with the sales process established by the Joint Administrators for the site. The process could run for a number of months.  We are not the only interested parties and there is no certainty that we will be successful.”

Chelsea fans, what do you think about the plans for this big move?

Thursday 10 May 2012

Robben won't be fleeing the nest.



Robben's future with the Bundesliga Club was called into question after it was reported within the Germany press that he was involved in a dressing room contretemps with French star Franck Ribery.
Arjen recently spoke to the Club website saying...

"I've always emphasised that I feel very, very settled in Munich and at FC Bayern." 


"This is the reason I'm glad to extend my contract ahead of its expiry. FC Bayern is like a family to me. Two of my three children were born in Munich, and my family and I feel at home here."


"This contract extension is also the right decision for me from a sporting perspective. We have a magnificent team, and I'm certain we'll enjoy the maximum possible footballing success in the years to come."

Robben has enjoyed a very good return this Season scoring 17 goals in all competitions.



What effect do you think Arjen Robben will have at Euro 2012?

Tuesday 8 May 2012

Fletcher's no quitter...


28 year old Darren Fletcher says he has no plans to announce his retirement, contrary to rumors within the United Kingdom.

The Manchester United Midfielder has been absent since December after it was revealed he was suffering from a chronic bowel complaint that had been affecting him for some time.

Fletcher has spent his whole Footballing Career at Manchester United & has made a total of 197 appearances since 2002.

Rumors that Fletcher was planning to quit are wide of the mark according to the Press Association, and the Scottish International remains on course to begin his comeback this summer as planned.

Friday 4 May 2012

This is what it's like when worlds collide...



According to reports in the Spanish Press, Jose Mourinho may attempt to force out Real Madrid sporting director Zinedine Zidane at the end of the season.

The French legend returned to the Bernabeu as an advisor to incoming president Florentino Perez three years ago.

Months after his appointment, Mourinho requested that the former Juventus Midfielder be involved with first team affairs.

However, since then Zidane's appointment as sporting director has not worked out to Mourinho's liking and when Mourinho doesn't like something, we know what happens...

The self-proclaimed 'Special One' is reported to have the support of Real President, Perez.

The Spanish Team sacked general manager Jorge Valdano after the 56-year-old's relationship with Mourinho deteriorated - could Zidane be in line for a similar fate?




French Legend Zidane could be on his way our of Madrid

Thursday 3 May 2012

Is Roy Hodgson the man for the Job?



Roy Hodgson has been confirmed as England's new manager.

In a statement, the FA said: "The Football Association is delighted to announce the appointment of Roy Hodgson as England Manager."

Joining from West Bromwich Albion, Hodgson has agreed a four year deal to become the full-time Manager of the Three Lions. 

The new Manager will take charge of England at Wembley for the first time, when the Three Lions take on Belgium on Saturday 2 June at Wembley Stadium.
Hodgson will remain in charge for West Brom's final two Premier League games against Bolton and Arsenal.

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