Chelsea transfer news.

[shammy feen]

Asier del Horno, Athletico Bilbao's left back, is first signing of the summer for us and a good one I hope. We needed a left back as Bridgey is out until October..

I can just imagine the chant from the Mathew Harding lower....

"Im Horny...horny, horny, horny......"

Details below

Chelsea sign Spain’s Del Horno



LONDON: Chelsea have signed Athletic Bilbao left back Asier del Horno for 12 million euros on a three-year contract, the Premier League champions said on Tuesday.

“Asier is an outstanding international player who will add quality to the squad in a position we needed to strengthen,” said Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho in a statement.

A powerful attacking fullback who is strong in the air, the 24-year-old came through the youth ranks at Athletic.

Del Horno made his debut for Spain last September in a friendly against Scotland. Chelsea have been looking for a player to challenge Wayne Bridge at left back. – Reuters

[shammy feen]

From "Star" a very reliable source on the Chelsea Supporters Registry.

He's right 80% of the time as he has an insider source...He predicted the Del Horno deal back in January...even when we were not talking to Ashley Cole...hehe.

Shammy

"Got a call from Man in head Office at 6pm today. Chelsea despite reaching agreement with Betis on the transfer fee have NOT spoken directly with Joaquin.

It appears he wants to stay in Spain and his preferred destination is Real Madrid who have yet to match Chelsea's bid.

Subsequently Chelsea HAVE had a bid for Essien turned down by Lyon. Chelsea were furious that they leaked the news but apparently they have now backtracked as we are rumoured to be now looking at Schweinsteiger from Bayern Munich.

Crespo is holding up the striker bid and we definately have offered he and Veron in part exchange for Adriano but Hernon won't play ball. There has been NO offer for Shevchenko.

I'll make a prediction that we end up with Del Horno, Essien and Torres.
The Spanish connection with Del Horno and Joaquin settling over here was the first on the agenda - my gut feeling is we'll fail to get Adriano or any other striker from a top side in Europe.

No info about SWP or any other winger which makes the Essien bid strange."

[Jim Comic]

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/eng_prem/4121916.stm

[STEVIEG]

Philby will be pleased a guy with a name such as Del Horno is playing in the premiership!

[Jim Comic]

chelsea must be after the 'pink pound'

[shammy feen]

Philby will be pleased a guy with a name such as Del Horno is playing in the premiership!

Big fan of Justin Fashinou's rear guard action was our Philby...apparently. ..

[STEVIEG]

I know the feen is on holidays and was never really gonna join Chelsea after the recent case but i wonder will Ashley Cole remain at the Arsenal or what?

[jungle]

I guess this means that Gallas is on his way out. Pity.

[shammy feen]

I guess this means that Gallas is on his way out. Pity.

Nope. Gallas is staying. Del Horno is cover for bridge on the left and a direct replacement for Babayaro who left last January. Gallas will revert to his natural position of centre half but will have to contend with Terry, Carvalho and to a lesser degree Huth.

[jungle]

Nope. Gallas is staying. Del Horno is cover for bridge on the left and a direct replacement for Babayaro who left last January. Gallas will revert to his natural position of centre half but will have to contend with Terry, Carvalho and to a lesser degree Huth.
That's what I was thinking. He'll find it hard to get his game and he's not the kind of guy to tolerate a situation he doesn't like for long.

[Rebelred]

Shammy,whats the story,seems ye cant get yer hands on a striker anywhere,surely an unhappy Crespo wont be a solution will he?

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/teams/c/chelsea/4629163.stm

Chelsea may order on-loan striker Hernan Crespo to return to Stamford Bridge to solve their striker shortage.
Crespo, who turns 30 on 5 July, spent last season at AC Milan and scored twice in the Champions League final.

He was expected to stay, but Chelsea want him back, according to Milan deputy chief executive Ariedo Braida.

Braida said: "Milan and Chelsea have an agreement for the renewal of the loan, but Chelsea are trying to convince him to stay in London."

Chelsea, who are again being linked with Real Madrid's England striker Michael Owen, have had a £30m bid for Juventus' David Trezeguet turned down.

The bid was revealed by the Turin giants, although Chelsea have declined to comment.

And Atletico Madrid are reported to have rebuffed an inquiry for Spanish international striker Fernando Torres.

Chelsea have also been linked with Samuel Eto'o of Barcelona and Andriy Shevchenko of AC Milan, without coming close to signing either.

Jose Mourinho made it clear at the start of the summer he wanted to buy a left-back, a midfielder and a striker.

His top scorer last season was midfielder Frank Lampard, as the likes of Didier Drogba and Mateja Kezman struggled to find top form.

Crespo fears the breakdown of a possible exchange deal involving AC Milan defender Kakha Kaladze may have wrecked his hopes of a permanent deal.

"I'm not tranquil. I try not thinking and I wait to know what my future will be," Crespo told Italian newspaper Gazzetta dello Sport.

"I want to talk with Chelsea, I don't know when, maybe in these next days.

"I wait for my agent to define a meeting, he is trying to tell me to be calm.

"Surely Kaladze's negotiation has been involved in mine and something went in a bad way.

"But I'm absolutely confident in my agent Fernando Hidalgo who is working in a really good way to convince Chelsea."

[KolaKubes]

Do any of ye see the irony in following fucking Chelsea and being on a website called called the PeoplesRepublicofCor k? The biggest whore of a club in the world.

[Mr.Mister]

Up Cork City!!!

[shammy feen]

Shammy,whats the story,seems ye cant get yer hands on a striker anywhere,surely an unhappy Crespo wont be a solution will he?

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/teams/c/chelsea/4629163.stm

I cant see Mrs Crespo letting Hernan come back to london. Our only other options are Torres,Owen or Van Nistlerooy. Owen being the most realistic of those three.

[shammy feen]

Do any of ye see the irony in following fucking Chelsea and being on a website called called the PeoplesRepublicofCor k? The biggest whore of a club in the world.

No. Please explain the irony.

(Now it would be ironic if I followed Chelsea and the web site was called ....
http://www.IHateChelsea.com ,but its not.)

[TonyCochrane]

No. Please explain the irony.

(Now it would be ironic if I followed Chelsea and the web site was called ....
http://www.IHateChelsea.com ,but its not.)


That is the subtext to the activities of all in the sports forum though. I personally am trying to undermine Abramovichs gas interests under the guise of researching a thesis.

[shammy feen]

That is the subtext to the activities of all in the sports forum though. I personally am trying to undermine Abramovichs gas interests under the guise of researching a thesis.

M.A in the dissemination of the new oligarchys in modern russia.

Should be a good read.

[Rebelred]

I cant see Mrs Crespo letting Hernan come back to london. Our only other options are Torres,Owen or Van Nistlerooy. Owen being the most realistic of those three.
Atletico seem to be fairly confident of hanging on to Torres,mixed signals about Ruud though,apparently his marriage is on the rocks with a bit,which didnt help his form when he returned from injury apparently.Owen does look like he wants a move,but does Mourinho not want a taller,stronger centre forward?

[KolaKubes]

No. Please explain the irony.

(Now it would be ironic if I followed Chelsea and the web site was called ....
http://www.IHateChelsea.com ,but its not.)

Without getting into the Alanis Morrisette argument, I think it's ironic that someone with 6000+ posts on a website whose title has socialist/communist overtones following Abramovich's Chelsea. An oligarch who made his money off the back of an ill-advised privatisation of national resources when the neo-cons introduced the free-market to the formerly communist Russia with all the subtlety of a body cavity search. Money he's now wasted on yet another vanity project, a project which poses an implicit threat to the very fabric of an English game which is increasingly selling its soul to the almighty buck. The money wasted on that muppet Drogba was robbed straight from the hands of the Russian people.

Nope, don't like Chelsea at all, so I don't.

[TonyCochrane]

Without getting into the Alanis Morrisette argument, I think it's ironic that someone with 6000+ posts on a website whose title has socialist/communist overtones following Abramovich's Chelsea. An oligarch who made his money off the back of an ill-advised privatisation of national resources when the neo-cons introduced the free-market to the formerly communist Russia with all the subtlety of a body cavity search. Money he's now wasted on yet another vanity project, a project which poses an implicit threat to the very fabric of an English game which is increasingly selling its soul to the almighty buck. The money wasted on that muppet Drogba was robbed straight from the hands of the Russian people.

Nope, don't like Chelsea at all, so I don't.


Which bothers you more, the murky origins of the big As wealth or the fact he spent it on Drogba?

[Rebelred]

Without getting into the Alanis Morrisette argument, I think it's ironic that someone with 6000+ posts on a website whose title has socialist/communist overtones following Abramovich's Chelsea. An oligarch who made his money off the back of an ill-advised privatisation of national resources when the neo-cons introduced the free-market to the formerly communist Russia with all the subtlety of a body cavity search. Money he's now wasted on yet another vanity project, a project which poses an implicit threat to the very fabric of an English game which is increasingly selling its soul to the almighty buck. The money wasted on that muppet Drogba was robbed straight from the hands of the Russian people.

Nope, don't like Chelsea at all, so I don't.
fair enough,still not getting whats ironic?Shammy was a chelsea fan long before Roman made his first Rouble,and no doubt he will be long after Roman has decided to take up F1 as a hobby or something.

P.S: you do realise the whole PROC thing is good old fashion cork humour and not an acutal politically motivated website,dont ya?

[KolaKubes]

Which bothers you more, the murky origins of the big As wealth or the fact he spent it on Drogba?

The "big As"? One more s and you'd be half-right. The murky origins bit bothers me more.

[KolaKubes]

fair enough,still not getting whats ironic?Shammy was a chelsea fan long before Roman made his first Rouble,and no doubt he will be long after Roman has decided to take up F1 as a hobby or something.

P.S: you do realise the whole PROC thing is good old fashion cork humour and not an acutal politically motivated website,dont ya?

Can't he take a break from it for a while until then? That's what a lot of Utd fans are doing until Glazer fucks off? And God knows, Glazer is the lesser of those two particular evils.

[TonyCochrane]

Can't he take a break from it for a while until then? That's what a lot of Utd fans are doing until Glazer fucks off? And God knows, Glazer is the lesser of those two particular evils.
Football clubs have always been the private fiefdoms of powerful men. Their beef with Glazer is his view of ManYoo as nothing more than a franchise and a brand that can make him money and the way he has financed his takeover loading the club up with debt that he will no doubt service by screwing the fans for as much as he can. Whatever about his mehtods of making money and securing his position Abramovich has done nothing but ensure that Chelsea are in a position to succeed on the field, the only place it should matter to a fan. I wonder how many Utd fans would be willing to trade Glazer for Abramovich? Quite a few I would suspect. If Abramovich gets bored of footie and walks tomorrow then there will probably be someone willing to take his place, the fundamental character of the club will most likely not have been changed because they were in the hands of a Russian billionaire robber baron. I am not sure the same thing can be said of Glazer and Utd.

[shammy feen]

Can't he take a break from it for a while until then? That's what a lot of Utd fans are doing until Glazer fucks off? And God knows, Glazer is the lesser of those two particular evils.

Me, take a break from being a Chelsea fan???
I've heard it all now....
Thats funny shit........

Ah shure I'll stop supporting them there for 6 months...I'll come back after christmas...funny shit...heheh...

and BTW I dont see what my post count has to do with anything....you need to lighten up biy....

[STEVIEG]

I don't like Chelsea either but Shammy is a proper fan who doesn't have to justify his support for his club to anyone. In fact no-one does. There's people who follow other sports who are obsessed with this forum and sometimes come up with some tired remarks about football being a foreign sport etc (Its not-its a universal sport) but as i always say, each to their own. It wouldn't bother me if someone was a huge tiddlywinks fan (hi Philby), if there's a team or a sport or a thread that doesn't concern me i simply ignore it (and it works)!

[shammy feen]

KolaKubes....

Listen to drive Time on Red FM...it Rocks!

[shammy feen]

It wouldn't bother me if someone was a huge tiddlywinks fan (hi Philby)

Philby has a tiddly winky??

....apparently.

[STEVIEG]

nah, he just has an interest in them!



Allegedly

[KolaKubes]

Football clubs have always been the private fiefdoms of powerful men. Their beef with Glazer is his view of ManYoo as nothing more than a franchise and a brand that can make him money and the way he has financed his takeover loading the club up with debt that he will no doubt service by screwing the fans for as much as he can. Whatever about his mehtods of making money and securing his position Abramovich has done nothing but ensure that Chelsea are in a position to succeed on the field, the only place it should matter to a fan. I wonder how many Utd fans would be willing to trade Glazer for Abramovich? Quite a few I would suspect. If Abramovich gets bored of footie and walks tomorrow then there will probably be someone willing to take his place, the fundamental character of the club will most likely not have been changed because they were in the hands of a Russian billionaire robber baron. I am not sure the same thing can be said of Glazer and Utd.

Well, if it weren't half obvious, I'm Utd. I wouldn't take Abramovich for Glazer and have argued that case with the odd Utd fan who can't see that the ideal to be worked towards is the Barca model. Such muppets are a minority amongst the Utd fans I know but I'm sure there's plenty of them out there.

If Utd take a tumble and it opens the door to a fan-owned Utd, however far down the divisions, there's plenty would welcome that - I'm hoping such blood letting won't be required though.

Some of Wenger's utterances on Chelsea have been unusually on the mark. What Abramovich has done with Chelsea is financial doping and I'd argue that in the space of just two years Chelsea already bear no relation to the club they were before.

Fair enough, if the only tradition you have to protect is a mild association with the BNP, even the hardcore fans will be tempted to fall for this pastiche of a football club - Chelsea were after all the first side to field an entire team of mercenaries. I'm not particularly arsed if Chelsea go belly up which, considering I take no joy in what happened to Leeds, is saying something. I even found myself supporting the scousers in the CL semi this year, a pretty fucking bizarre experience I can tell you. I justify this because Chelsea's arrival into a football "industry" just about to hit a cathartic slump, with falling transfer fees and wages, has thrown the best-laid plans of well-run and respectable clubs like Spurs, Arsenal, Middlesbrough, Villa and Charlton in the shitter. Players' agents all of a sudden come to clubs looking for £80,000 a week because some fuckwit on the Chelsea bench is on twice his money, transfer fees start to spiral again and it all puts the very existence of such clubs at risk. And all because some gobshite from Russia is bored.

[Jim Comic]

in my opinion ALL clubs should operate the barca model. Only then would they be 'clubs' in what i understand the true meaning of the word

[Langer Dan]

Well, if it weren't half obvious, I'm Utd. I wouldn't take Abramovich for Glazer and have argued that case with the odd Utd fan who can't see that the ideal to be worked towards is the Barca model. Such muppets are a minority amongst the Utd fans I know but I'm sure there's plenty of them out there.

If Utd take a tumble and it opens the door to a fan-owned Utd, however far down the divisions, there's plenty would welcome that - I'm hoping such blood letting won't be required though.

Some of Wenger's utterances on Chelsea have been unusually on the mark. What Abramovich has done with Chelsea is financial doping and I'd argue that in the space of just two years Chelsea already bear no relation to the club they were before.

Fair enough, if the only tradition you have to protect is a mild association with the BNP, even the hardcore fans will be tempted to fall for this pastiche of a football club - Chelsea were after all the first side to field an entire team of mercenaries. I'm not particularly arsed if Chelsea go belly up which, considering I take no joy in what happened to Leeds, is saying something. I even found myself supporting the scousers in the CL semi this year, a pretty fucking bizarre experience I can tell you. I justify this because Chelsea's arrival into a football "industry" just about to hit a cathartic slump, with falling transfer fees and wages, has thrown the best-laid plans of well-run and respectable clubs like Spurs, Arsenal, Middlesbrough, Villa and Charlton in the shitter. Players' agents all of a sudden come to clubs looking for £80,000 a week because some fuckwit on the Chelsea bench is on twice his money, transfer fees start to spiral again and it all puts the very existence of such clubs at risk. And all because some gobshite from Russia is bored.

well said.
Except for the bit about Abramovich buying Chelsea because he was bored. It was just part of the process of moving his assets from Russia.

[KolaKubes]

in my opinion ALL clubs should operate the barca model. Only then would they be 'clubs' in what i understand the true meaning of the word

Point taken. The pity is that the PLC DID afford us a chance via the trust to build up a sufficient stake in the club to stop something like this happening. By the time it started though, it was too late, the club was too valuable for a loose collection of ordinary fans to build up our holding sufficiently. It's not too late for the likes of Celtic though and there's no reason that the Irish clubs shouldn't equally ensure that control of the clubs lies at least partly in the hands of the fans.

I don't know how many people are aware of this story but Wrexham had a guy basically steal the club out from under them and sell the ground as a property development. Your man thinks he's fierce clever, lulling his "competitors" into a false sense of security via promises that he had the clubs best interests at heart then, when they handed control of the club over to him, he sold it down the river. Disgraceful stuff.

[KolaKubes]

well said.
Except for the bit about Abramovich buying Chelsea because he was bored. It was just part of the process of moving his assets from Russia.

Allegedly! :D Corinthians, Maccabi Tel Aviv and CSKA Moscow are also just three random clubs which in no way are connected with Abramovich or unusual methods of laundering money.

[Langer Dan]

Allegedly! :D Corinthians, Maccabi Tel Aviv and CSKA Moscow are also just three random clubs which in no way are connected with Abramovich or unusual methods of laundering money.


heh heh heh

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/business/3135356.stm

if only they kneW !!

[KolaKubes]

heh heh heh

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/business/3135356.stm

if only they kneW !!

Interesting. By the way, apparently, the Glazers are at Old Trafford as we speak/post. Some protesting fans have attempted to barricade them in!!

[Rebelred]

has langer dan finally found someone who agrees with him?


btw,Kolapubes,thats point that Shammy should "take a break" from supporting a club he's followed for over 20 years,is without question,the most ridiculous comment ever posted in the sports forum,and that took some effort!

[shammy feen]

Nothing against the man utd fans on here, but I would make this point about Glazer v Abramovich. They are polar opposites.

Glazer took a financially healthy club and crippled it with debt in order to make personal financial gain.He also has no interest in football, only the dollar.

Abramovich took a club 90 million pounds in debt, wiped the debt out and is in it for the football as anybody who has seen him at a game will testify.He gets passionate during a match. It may only be his hobby, but he saved Chelsea from bancrupcy for which I will be forever greatful.

I'll take Abramovich over Glazer any day of the week.

[shammy feen]

Chelsea's Amish striker leaves after disapointing season....



Latest News

Mateja Kezman leaves for Spain

Wednesday, Jun 29, 2005 http://www.chelseafc.com/Images/-STOCK/stock_kezman5.jpg
Mateja Kezman has been sold to Atlético Madrid for a fee of eight million euros.



Kezman joins the Primera Liga club on a three year deal and will be introduced at the Vicente Calderòn Stadium in Madrid this afternoon, Wednesday.



The Serbian international has spent one year at Chelsea during which time he won Premier League champion and Carling Cup winner medals. But after a bright pre-season he was unable to establish himself in the side and started only 14 games while being a substitute in 27 others.



He scored seven goals including the third in the Carling Cup Final. Despite his lack of goals his determined spirit resulted in loud support from the fans whenever he took to the pitch, and a much enjoyed moment in the last minute at home to Newcastle when he converted a penalty with an audacious chip at the Matthew Harding end.



His finest 90 minutes was undoubtedly the home UEFA Champions League game with Barcelona when he led the line in the suspended absence of Didier Drogba and with Eidur Gudjohnsen being used as an attacking midfielder. Although he didn’t score he was crucial in the build-up to the first and third goals.



Partly because of the form of his colleagues he never managed to start more than two games in a row and was unable to build a level of form to compete for a place in the starting line-up, but his involvement in Chelsea’s double trophy season is much respected by everyone at the club and he leaves with thanks and best wishes for his future.



At Atlético Madrid he will join the former Chelsea winger Jesper Grønkjær.

[AmadeusDC]

I'm putting Kezman forward straight away as a potential top scorer in Spain next season. Quality will come through eventually!!!

Who will Chelsea replace him with though?

-AmadeusDC-

[Rebelred]

I'm putting Kezman forward straight away as a potential top scorer in Spain next season. Quality will come through eventually!!!

Who will Chelsea replace him with though?

-AmadeusDC-
if forlan can do it,Kezmans gotta be worth a few yoyo for golden boot next season?

[Philby]

Abramovich took a club 90 million pounds in debt, wiped the debt out and is in it for the football as anybody who has seen him at a game will testify.He gets passionate during a match. It may only be his hobby, but he saved Chelsea from bancrupcy for which I will be forever greatful

Will you still be of the same opinion when he eventually cashes in his investment & moves on leaving a shell of a club behind?

[shammy feen]

Will you still be of the same opinion when he eventually cashes in his investment & moves on leaving a shell of a club behind?

Wishfull thinking on your part.
Chelsea will be self sufficient within 5 years.
Red Ken will see to that.

[KolaKubes]

has langer dan finally found someone who agrees with him?


btw,Kolapubes,thats point that Shammy should "take a break" from supporting a club he's followed for over 20 years,is without question,the most ridiculous comment ever posted in the sports forum,and that took some effort!

Came out wrong, fair enough, but ya, quite a lot of United fans who've cancelled season tickets and the like. They're SAYING they won't be back til Glazer's gone but who knows. I wouldn't expect Chelsea fans to be too bothered about such things though. God knows, if you're following Chelsea with 20 years, ShammyFeen, you're obviously not even bothered by the BNP and anti-Irish overtones in the club's history?

[KolaKubes]

look langer tom, just cos everyone, including you're fellow mancs, have disowned you it doesn't mean you should resort to an alter ego. its just not cool

Hmm, checklist. Sleeping well. Don't enjoy visiting cancer support groups. Apartment has never mysteriously been blown up. Am not living in rundown townhouse with urban terrorist. Nope, I'm me and me alone and Langer Dan's someone else.

Honest.

[TonyCochrane]

Will you still be of the same opinion when he eventually cashes in his investment & moves on leaving a shell of a club behind?


I am not sure whether I read something recently about Abramovich setting a deadline for the club to be in a position to support itself, x number of years or whatever. Shammy feen??? If I did it will largely invalidate what follows, however, the business model he has pursued as we all know is to throw as much money around as he feels necessary, without thought for much else. This is obviously unsustainable if the club is ever to reach any kind of stable footing. Unless he is in the process of building a brand to rival Utds then I don't see how it can be regarded as any kind of investment, bad or good. The argument seems to be that he bought Chelsea to raise his profile, both out of vanity and also a desire to establish himself in the public psyche as a kind of a defence mechanism against the rough handling currently being meted out to his fellow oligarchs, Berezovsky Khodorkovsky and the rest .It is one thing to pursue and screw over an anonymous Russian businessman but something else to drag Uncle Roman, possessor of a special place in most Chelsea hearts and possessor of almost universal name recognition in most other Brits minds.
The investment consideration seems to be secondary although I cannot see how a businessman as smart as RA, ethical vacuum or not, could keep plunging money into a black hole. I think his children attend British schools and this is his way of establishing himself in society and legitimising his ill-gotten gains.
If he left tomorrow Chelsea would be free of debt, in a far far better position than he found them.
I ran off on a few tangents there but I think it's clear enough what I'm saying.

[shammy feen]

. God knows, if you're following Chelsea with 20 years, ShammyFeen, you're obviously not even bothered by the BNP and anti-Irish overtones in the club's history?

Firstly,Im actually following Chelsea since I was 9 years old. Im 33 now so thats 24 years.

Secondly, Your right,im not bothered about the history.
Every club has an idiotic minority element, and the club has come on leaps and bounds in this area since the 80's.I dont care about BNP and anti-irish overtones from my clubs history. In fact I've seen it first at first hand from a few morons in the Shed end and these guys are left well alone by the real chelsea fans who are passionate about the football and not just there under the guise of being a fan, but actually thugs just in it for a ruck.In fact I couldnt give a rats ass about Sinn Fein/IRA, Northern Ireland, home rule,the plantation of Ulster, Red Hugh O'Neill, the potato famine, the guilford four, crop rotation, the spinning jenny or Daniel O'Connell either.I couldnt care less. End of discussion.

Im in it for the football, plain and simple.
Im a full member of Chelsea FC and proud of it.

Your also assuming im Irish.

It always amazes me how some people cant just concentrate on supporting their own club rather than have a go at Chelsea. If we were not a threat to Man Utds or any other clubs domination of the premier league, I doubt they would be so interested in us. I can understand a fan of another clubs frustration at not being able to compete on the transfer front with the blues because of Abramovich, but hey! Thats life, he's here for the foreseable future.You dont have to like it, but you do have to live with it.

Concentrating on your own battle with Glazier dissemination of Man utd would be a much more productive area to concentrate on. But hey! im not telling you as a man utd fan what to do. I dont have any right to do so.


Shammy

[shammy feen]

I am not sure whether I read something recently about Abramovich setting a deadline for the club to be in a position to support itself, x number of years or whatever. Shammy feen??? If I did it will largely invalidate what follows, however, the business model he has pursued as we all know is to throw as much money around as he feels necessary, without thought for much else. This is obviously unsustainable if the club is ever to reach any kind of stable footing. Unless he is in the process of building a brand to rival Utds then I don't see how it can be regarded as any kind of investment, bad or good. The argument seems to be that he bought Chelsea to raise his profile, both out of vanity and also a desire to establish himself in the public psyche as a kind of a defence mechanism against the rough handling currently being meted out to his fellow oligarchs, Berezovsky Khodorkovsky and the rest .It is one thing to pursue and screw over an anonymous Russian businessman but something else to drag Uncle Roman, possessor of a special place in most Chelsea hearts and possessor of almost universal name recognition in most other Brits minds.
The investment consideration seems to be secondary although I cannot see how a businessman as smart as RA, ethical vacuum or not, could keep plunging money into a black hole. I think his children attend British schools and this is his way of establishing himself in society and legitimising his ill-gotten gains.
If he left tomorrow Chelsea would be free of debt, in a far far better position than he found them.
I ran off on a few tangents there but I think it's clear enough what I'm saying.

Tony,

There is a plan in place to make Chelsea self sufficient within 5 years. Peter Kenyon is in charge of this side of things and will be concentrating on this alone from next year as Arnesen will be in charge of transfers (I believe).Our transfer spending will be decreased and our profits increased through media exposure, sales and more diverse buisiness activities as a result (hopefully) of increased brand recognition through success on the field. I dont know the exact figures but I think Chelsea's turnover last year increased to about £140 million from about £90 million sterling. The plan is to keep increasing the turn over and profit margin accordingly. We are presently debt free as well.

Shammy

[shammy feen]

back on topic....Id rate this rumour about 30% true...

Abramovich Preparing 51 Million Euro Offer For Gilardino

Chelsea are waiting for Parma to change owners before launching the final attack on the Italian international.
After failing to secure Shevchenko, Adriano and Eto`o, Roman Abramovich is preparing an offer which Parma will unlikely refuse: 51 million Euros for Alberto Gilardino.

The English Premier League champions want a high-profile striker to partner Drogba in attack, and Gilardino is now the first candidate. However, Roman Abramovich first wants to wait for the Italian club to change ownership to the rumoured Swiss group before sending an official offer.

[KolaKubes]

Shammy feen, no club is an island. I'm repeating myself now but Abramovich and Kenyon are destabilising the finances of the whole of British football and for what reason? As the story goes, Abramovich only took a shine to British football after our 4-3 game against Madrid and, initially, looked into buying Utd and then Spurs before settling on debt ridden Chelsea with its weak and unpopular chairman of the time. If it were anyone other than Chelsea he'd picked, the problem would remain the same. Furthermore, Chelsea's plans clearly involve actively disrupting their Premiership rivals by whatever means necessary. Your owners seem to have no understanding of the term sportsmanship, this to them is some sort of fucked up game.

As for his plans for Chelsea, don't be so smugh, Abramovich has NOT paid off any debts - he's merely guaranteed them. The club still owe that money. More to the point, if he removed his propping up of the club, Chelsea would be an instantaneous Leeds due to the massive wage commitments. It's curious that Drogba last year and Del Horno this year, despite large transfer fees being involved, signed merely three year contracts? What are the club worried about to say they wouldn't sign them to a longer contract?

[KolaKubes]

"Your owners seem to have no understanding of the term sportsmanship, this to them is some sort of fucked up game."

youve just described every club in the world since the start of the 90's

Lerra, I give up. General consensus on here seems to be that there's nothing untoward about Chelsea at all so? They haven't taken unprecedented steps to fuck over everyone else in the Prem on their route to the top? Heads up yer collective arses. :roll:

[Sound]

Lerra, I give up. General consensus on here seems to be that there's nothing untoward about Chelsea at all so? They haven't taken unprecedented steps to fuck over everyone else in the Prem on their route to the top? Heads up yer collective arses. :roll:

Keep yer toys in the pram a while. Chelsea have undoubtedly created a false economy for teams and, most especially, themselves. Roman has cleaned up in a highly questionable way that would make Liam Lawlor blush. But Utd fans cant carp now that others are throwing about the wonga with gay abandon- we're not long removed from the days of people spunking 30M on forgetful English defenders. Granted Kenyon seems to be explicitly to de-stabilise Utd's transfer plans but, in fairness, tough shit. Suck it up! Arsenal have been majorly limited in the transfer market and have come up with gems. Fergie needs to put his managerial skills to better use. All this worrying about the state of English footie and clubs like Charlton, Villa etc has only come up when Utd fans saw the downside of being a plc- where was all this angst 3 seasons ago?

[shammy feen]

As for his plans for Chelsea, don't be so smugh, Abramovich has NOT paid off any debts - he's merely guaranteed them. The club still owe that money.


Wrong. Chelsea are debt free.

More to the point, if he removed his propping up of the club, Chelsea would be an instantaneous Leeds due to the massive wage commitments. It's curious that Drogba last year and Del Horno this year, despite large transfer fees being involved, signed merely three year contracts? What are the club worried about to say they wouldn't sign them to a longer contract?

If Abramovich left the club tomorrow and we were faced with a huge wage bill, we would naturally have to sell players to reduce the wage bill.We wouldnt self implode.Your beloved manchester united became a couple of hundred thousand pounds in debt instantaneously when Glazer took over. No sign of them pulling down the shutters now is there?? And please dont harp on about the injustice of transfer fees. Man utd still hold the record for the three most costly transfers in English football history with Ferdinand (£30 million) Juan Sebastian Veron (£28.1 Million) and Rooney (£27 million). Get your own house in order before you scrutinise the neighbours.

[shammy feen]

Back on topic.


Chelsea after Serie A duohttp://www.setanta.com/images/setanta/website/spacer.gifhttp://www.setanta.com/images/setanta/website/spacer.gif http://www.setanta.com/content/setanta/cms.nsf/articleslookup/ec703f5e5a345e648025 70330060111e/$file/DavidTrezeguet.jpg http://www.setanta.com/images/setanta/website/spacer.gifHernan Crespo could still be in Milan next season, according to two reports that give different reasons for the Argentine's happy outcome.

One current school of thought suggests Chelsea will hand Crespo over to Milan on another loan deal if the Italian side allow Parma striker Alberto Gilardino to move to Stamford Bridge.

Gilardino has been heavily linked with Milan, but they have yet to meet Parma's valuation of the player - something Chelsea could be willing to do.

The other report from Italy itself claims Jose Mourinho has increased his offer for David Trezeguet to Stg37million - a sum even Juventus are likely to consider seriously.

This ample cash-bag would permit Juventus to land their main summer target, angry young Roma striker Antonio Cassano. Juventus have told Roma they cannot afford the Stg17million price tag - but that would change if Trez went to the Bridge.

[shammy feen]

I dont think Duff is going anywhere....
Shammy

Liverpool wait on new Gerrard bid

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Liverpool are waiting on a new offer from Chelsea before giving Steven Gerrard the green light to make a British record move to Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea's opening £32m bid was rejected by Liverpool, but talks are understood to have resumed between the clubs after Gerrard, 25, demanded to quit Anfield.

The Blues are likely to land Gerrard with an offer of £35m, which could rise to almost £40m with additions.

Liverpool may ask for Chelsea's Damien Duff in exchange, according to reports.

Real Madrid have also declared an interest, but it is understood Gerrard has no desire to play in Spain and is only interested in a move to Chelsea.

The Bernabeu giants are also unable to match Roman Abramovich's financial muscle.

A deal is likely to be struck quickly, with Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez keen to start bringing in re-inforcements now as Gerrard has finally ended the saga of his future.

Chelsea are in no mood to let Gerrard escape now after missing out when he had a last-minute change of heart in summer 2004.

Liverpool boss Benitez is understood to have drawn up a list of transfer targets in the event of Gerrard's departure some time ago, when speculation still raged that he might leave Anfield.

Southampton striker Peter Crouch is expected to be an early arrival, with the striker setting his heart on a move to Liverpool, who have had a £6m bid turned down.

Liverpool are already tracking Real Zaragoza central defender Gabriel Milito, and would now have no trouble landing the Argentine after initially hesitating over a £7m deal.

And Benitez is certain to ponder moves for two of his former Valencia players, midfield duo Pablo Aimar and Riubens Baraja. Liverpool want to add attacking re-inforcements as well, and talks have been held over a deal for Feyenoord's Dirk Kuyt. Gerrard's arrival at Stamford Bridge may lead to speculation about the future of Joe Cole, but many of Chelsea's stars will be reluctant to quit after boss Jose Mourinho lands the most-prized midfield player in Europe.

[shammy feen]

Best news I've heard so far this off-season....

CRESPO COMING BACK TO BLUES


Hernan Crespo is set to return to Chelsea and play in England next season, according to the Argentinian striker's agent.

After an indifferent first season with the Blues, Crespo was loaned to AC Milan last year where he performed admirably, helping them to the Champions League final.

Chelsea's search for a new striker this summer has been futile so far and though both Milan and Crespo admitted their desire to make the unification permanent, the Rossoneri's signing of Christian Vieri on a free transfer from rivals Inter yesterday is bad news for Crespo.

His agent, Fernando Hidalgo, told the Daily Mail: "Hernan will play the next season with Chelsea and he wants to have as good a season as he had last year at Milan."

[Rebelred]

do you think he'll settle in London this time?

[shammy feen]

do you think he'll settle in London this time?

Different manager this time. I have a good feeling about him playing under Mourinho. Crespo is quality, no doubt.

[Mr. Monty]

He's quality alright but I think the Italian game suits him better than the English one!!!

[11 league titles]

i was lying in bed last night couldnt sleep.
started thinking about chelsea because thats all sky sports news were showing.

Then i started thinking of if they landed gerrard how would the fit him in.

sad i know, as i said it was 3am and i couldnt sleep.
then i saw this in me head........


czech
carvalho-terry-gallas
duff-gerrard-makele-lampard-robben
*striker*


thats the only way it could work

I would hope that would be strikerS, as playing a 10 man formation could prove difficult

[The Muffin Man]

i was lying in bed last night couldnt sleep.
started thinking about chelsea because thats all sky sports news were showing.

Then i started thinking of if they landed gerrard how would the fit him in.

sad i know, as i said it was 3am and i couldnt sleep.
then i saw this in me head........


czech
carvalho-terry-gallas
duff-gerrard-makele-lampard-robben
gudjohnson *striker*


thats the only way it could work

Wouldnt Work. Defence Not Fast Enough

[dotty]

i was lying in bed last night couldnt sleep.
started thinking about chelsea because thats all sky sports news were showing.

Then i started thinking of if they landed gerrard how would the fit him in.

sad i know, as i said it was 3am and i couldnt sleep.
then i saw this in me head........


czech
carvalho-terry-gallas
duff-gerrard-makele-lampard-robben
gudjohnson *striker*


thats the only way it could work

yeah think your right it would have to be either gerrard or lampard,dunno how jose would accomodate them both.
dont like playing 3-5-2 from my football manager experience but if i did i would play full/wing backs,certainly not out-and-out wingers

[Rebelred]

Wouldnt Work. Defence Not Fast Enough
are you serious?
if stevie had gone to the russians,i had visions of an awesome chelsea defence and midfield,with one striker supported by the twin(but never fit together) terrors of Duff and Robben on the wings.

Cech

Ferriera Carvalho Terry Del Horno

Duff Gerrard Makelele Lampard Robben

Crespo


incidentally,Mascher ano is now moving to Corinthians(chelseas secret new feeder club) as River have been knocked out of the Copa Libertadores

[dotty]

are you serious?
if stevie had gone to the russians,i had visions of an awesome chelsea defence and midfield,with one striker supported by the twin(but never fit together) terrors of Duff and Robben on the wings.

Cech

Ferriera Carvalho Terry Del Horno

Duff Gerrard Makelele Lampard Robben

Crespo


incidentally,Mascher ano is now moving to Corinthians(chelseas secret new feeder club) as River have been knocked out of the Copa Libertadores

thats a better setup than naffs,solid back 4 brilliantly protected by makelele,lamps and stevie pulling the strings in midfield,duff and robben running riot and crespo scoring 30+....

from what ive seen of Mascherano he looks quality

[Philby]

Wrong. Chelsea are debt free.

If Abramovich left the club tomorrow and we were faced with a huge wage bill, we would naturally have to sell players to reduce the wage bill.We wouldnt self implode.

Who knows how this circus will end up but if Roman decided to pack up & leave chelsea (through lack of interest or due to legal issues) do you think he'll simply walk away leaving the assets that he personally bought?

I think there's a fair chance that he'll systematically strip chelsea of their key assets (i.e. players) to raise funds and then sell the shell of the club (which i presume would include Chelsea Village) to the highest bidder.

Chelsea's fan base is miniscule compared to United (and liverpool's for that matter) and they have little track record for capitalising on their current fan base as it is. They will not be self-sufficient within 5 years and even it they do end up being self-sufficient it will be as a result of a ridiculous financial outlay (over half a billion) which is a false economy. Steady, controlled growth is the way forward, not chelsea's flawed big-bang plan.

I advise to enjoy it while it lasts but be aware that with the current Chelsea boom will come the inevitable bust.

[shammy feen]

They will not be self-sufficient within 5 years......

Thats your definate opinion. ok.


...and even it they do end up being self-sufficient .....

Way to contradict yourself within the same sentance.


I think your wrong and we will be self sufficient within 5 years as stated by Peter Kenyon recently.Further succcess on and off the field is a far more likely scenario than the highly unlikely scenario you would so dearly like to see.That must really annoy you.

[shammy feen]

Who knows how this circus will end up ...

Gerrard decided to stay at Liverpool...didnt you hear?

[shammy feen]

Anyway ...

after all the "If my aunt had balls she'd be my uncle" type scenario's

....Back on topic.




Chelsea link to Ronaldino denied

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Ronaldinho denies Blues link (http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/4113991.stm)

Ronaldinho's agent has denied Spanish radio reports that have claimed Chelsea are set to make a £54.5m swoop for the Barcelona forward.

Spanish football show El Tirachinas, which is broadcast on Radio Cope, insisted that the Premiership champions have agreed a deal with the Brazilian.

But the 25-year-old's agent and brother Roberto de Assis said: "I do not know anything of this offer.

"Nothing has arrived yet, although in football you can never be surprised." Ronaldinho was rumoured to be unsettled at the Nou Camp following the resignation of former Barca vice-president Sandro Rosell, who quit after a long-running dispute with president Joan Laporta. However, the player insisted he was happy at the Nou Camp when reports of a move to Chelsea surfaced in December - when he was named as Fifa's World Player of the Year.

[shammy feen]

Chelsea set to launch big bucks bid





Chelsea are set to make a massive bid for Shaun Wright-Phillips.



The Premiership champions are reportedly interested in signing the England international after failing in a £32m bid for Liverpool’s Steven Gerrard.



The Manchester City ace is one of the hottest properties in the Premiership and Chelsea will have to pay big bucks if they are to persuade Manchester City to let him go.



Chelsea are apparently set to make an initial offer of £18m but City reportedly want £22m.

[wat_boy]

I got this from skysport gossip.
Luke Davis
My brother is a very close friend of Shaun Wright-Phillips' agent and he told him that he won't be going to Chelsea but will be joining Liverpool on a four-year deal sometime next week with Salif Diao going to Man City.

[shammy feen]

I got this from skysport gossip.
Luke Davis
My brother is a very close friend of Shaun Wright-Phillips' agent and he told him that he won't be going to Chelsea but will be joining Liverpool on a four-year deal sometime next week with Salif Diao going to Man City.

Interesting....

I dont think we need him anyway...but thats very interesting.

SWP is 1/4 this morning with bluesquare to transfer to Chelsea ....
He was 10/11 yesterday...somethin g is imminent I would think....
Mourinho cancelled a press conference yesterday as well due to the bombings...


Cheers.

[shammy feen]

I have it on good authority from an club insider on the CSR that Lyon have accepted a bid from Chelsea for Michael Essien this afternoon for an undesclosed fee....

happy days!

Shammy

[STEVIEG]

Yup, Essien said this morn he wants to join em

[Rebelred]

Chelsea bid €45 million for Essien,and if thats not crazy enough,Lyon reject it

[Captain Planet]

these fees are just gettin too ridiculous. i've said it before and i dont care if the likes of shammy etc lash back, chelsea are ruining the game. theres a price for chelsea and a price for everyone else. but i do like it when they steal players from utd and piss arsenal off.

[shammy feen]

Crazy....


Lyon DID accept an offer yesterday...but changed their minds because of the chairmans influence....

Shammy

p.s Captain Planet, your entitled to your opinion on the transfer issue just like everyone else mate. Im not going to be lambasting anyone over an opinion unless its hypocritical.

[STEVIEG]

Chelsea have made more money than spent so far this summer and are a lot more sensible now in the market than when Roman first took over. It's weird though, i presume they will land Essien and a few more but the more big players they miss the more i'm thinking is Peter Kenyon worth the millions they are paying for him.

[wing-miller]

Chelsea bid €45 million for Essien,and if thats not crazy enough,Lyon reject it
for €45 million they'd get who essien is ment to become.

"hes the next pv4"

[shammy feen]

for €45 million they'd get who essien is ment to become.

"hes the next pv4"

Sorry I dont follow...PV4???

[shammy feen]

Chelsea have made more money than spent so far this summer and are a lot more sensible now in the market than when Roman first took over. It's weird though, i presume they will land Essien and a few more but the more big players they miss the more i'm thinking is Peter Kenyon worth the millions they are paying for him.

You've got to wonder all right....

Kenyon should stick to running the financial end of things. thats why they have brought in Arnesen to deal with transfers

Most clubs just hold Chelsea to ransom over transfers now..but Chelsea are making a stand and saying no more and are looking for more value...hence the lack of movement IN (Del Horno)this summer...plenty going OUT though...(Parker, Forrsell, Smertin etc)

.

[wing-miller]

You've got to wonder all right....

Kenyon should stick to running the financial end of things. thats why they have brought in Arnesen to deal with transfers

Most clubs just hold Chelsea to ransom over transfers now..but Chelsea are making a stand and saying no more and are looking for more value...hence the lack of movement IN (Del Horno)this summer...plenty going OUT though...(Parker, Forrsell, Smertin etc)

.
Making a stand? willing to pay that much money for essien isnt making a stand. The reason they arent active is because they arent looking for players, and thats down to mourinho. Anyone they did go after they failed to get. Trez, shev, eto, ronaldh, gerrard, essien. I mean they cant even get wright philips to join. I dont mind transfer fee's but the wages chelsea are paying players is nuts. Spending 500million on a team is good buisness, in 5 years time people will want to join chelsea because their a good team not a high paying club. But it will be very hard to curb wages. I mean how can you sign frank lampards replacement and tell him he's only getting half?
I also like what their doing with their youth teams. Soon theyll be like Arsenal or Aston Villa.

[shammy feen]

Making a stand? willing to pay that much money for essien isnt making a stand. The reason they arent active is because they arent looking for players, and thats down to mourinho. Anyone they did go after they failed to get. Trez, shev, eto, ronaldh, gerrard, essien. I mean they cant even get wright philips to join. I dont mind transfer fee's but the wages chelsea are paying players is nuts. Spending 500million on a team is good buisness, in 5 years time people will want to join chelsea because their a good team not a high paying club. But it will be very hard to curb wages. I mean how can you sign frank lampards replacement and tell him he's only getting half?
I also like what their doing with their youth teams. Soon theyll be like Arsenal or Aston Villa.

When I say making a stand I mean that they dont want to be seen as a soft touch for high transfer fees for other clubs. They are still paying way too much for players, but to get the prices down will be difficult because other clubs know they have money. There definately is a shift towards a more hardline transfer policy this summer so far though....

Saying that they could sign Shevchenko next week for 60 million and blow my theory out of the water....


So whats PV4???

Shammy

[AmadeusDC]

PV4 is surely Paddy Vieira or am i wrong? It was a guess like.

-AmadeusDC-

[Paddy Wagon]

Wheres Smertin Gone?
Whatever Happned to that Nigerian Dude Jon Obi Mikel (or something like that) did Utd or Chelski get him in the end?

[Rebelred]

Wheres Smertin Gone?
Whatever Happned to that Nigerian Dude Jon Obi Mikel (or something like that) did Utd or Chelski get him in the end?
fifa looking into it but united are resigned to losing him,even though they have a contract with his signature on it.type john obi mikel into google,some good articles to be found on the matter from norweigan newspapers

[Captain Planet]

Crazy....


Lyon DID accept an offer yesterday...but changed their minds because of the chairmans influence....

Shammy

p.s Captain Planet, your entitled to your opinion on the transfer issue just like everyone else mate. Im not going to be lambasting anyone over an opinion unless its hypocritical.
i only mentioned you cos your the first and only chelsea fan that i can think of on this forum.ah well

[shammy feen]

i only mentioned you cos your the first and only chelsea fan that i can think of on this forum.ah well

Thanks for thinking of me.

Group hug...

no...no..no....not you Philby...you stay over there where I can see you....

:-)

[shammy feen]

Wheres Smertin Gone?
Whatever Happned to that Nigerian Dude Jon Obi Mikel (or something like that) did Utd or Chelski get him in the end?

Smertins gone to Charlton on a 1 year loan deal...which will probably become permanent. He's a pretty solid player as well IMO.

[Paddy Wagon]

Did any of ye see yesterday that Houllier said that Essien would probably join Chelski at the end of the coming season.. He wants him to develop a bit more and help in the transition from the previous manager!

[Rebelred]

Chelski sign Diarra!

youngster from le Harve,not from Lyon,but he's a midfielder

[shammy feen]

Latest from STAR on CSR....a usually reliable source...


Hold on to your seats it's all about to kick off !

If SWP goes anywhere it will be to ARSENAL.

Chelsea have no interest in him and have confirmed this to Man City.

Given Vieira is off to Juve' and Fabregas and Flamini were able deputies last season i'd them to use the cash to go for SWP.

As for Essien, fear not, he'll soon be a Chelsea player, USA here he comes.

Heard something though and it concerns Liverpool in a big way. When Chelsea first bid for Essien they were told he was happy at Lyon and the Club had no intentions to sell. In the meantime Chelsea like Everton made tentative enquiries about Sissoko from Valencia. Whilst Everton carried their interest further the news leaked that Gerrard's contract talks were in trouble, subsequently we turned our attentions to him whilst Liverpool muscled in on Sissoko !

As for Essien, Kenyon definately agreed in principle a deal with Lyon on Tuesday - but it appears either Chelsea offered LESS than the agreed amount or Lyon then played hardball and demanded more cash. This is all about money, player, agent and Chelsea are 100% certain the deal will go through.

Yep he was on the plane, Kenyon though last night WAS STILL in Lyon.

IF it all goes pear-shaped it will be down to Kenyon make no mistake about it, but I don't think it will http://www.dogsy.com/fm/images/smiles/icon_wink.gif

SWP is available at 5/1 to transfer to Arsenal with ...

http://www.bluesq.com

might be worth a tenner.

Shammy

[TonyCochrane]

Chelski sign Diarra!

youngster from le Harve,not from Lyon,but he's a midfielder
I thought that this Diarra was only there on loan, from Liverpool no? Or am I thinking of the wrong dude?

[storysham]

Chelski just bid 18 mil.

[Superior]

The wire says Chelsea have just bid 18m pounds for SWP

[shammy feen]

How wrong was I???


Star is usually pretty reliable....

Could it be a ruse to ensure Arsenal dont pick SWP up???

I'd say its on the level though....

Hard to fit SWP,Duff, Joe Cole and Robben in the same team though!

[Captain Planet]

How wrong was I???


Star is usually pretty reliable....

Could it be a ruse to ensure Arsenal dont pick SWP up???

I'd say its on the level though....

Hard to fit SWP,Duff, Joe Cole and Robben in the same team though!
someones gotta go, and i predict it'll be joe cole cos he'll be pissed off with sub appearances. they were moaning about it last season.

[Stuck in Dumpland]

I thought that this Diarra was only there on loan, from Liverpool no? Or am I thinking of the wrong dude?
Wrong dude. Different Diarra's. The guy 'Pool had, Alliou Diarra, has signed with Lens i think now. He was on loan with Le Harve at one stage alright but spent last 2 with Lens and now signed full time for them

[shammy feen]

Chelsea have reportedly targeted Roma's Italian international Antonio Cassano as Jose Mourinho looks to bolster his attacking options.

Roma are awaiting news from the Court of Arbitration for Sport, who are deliberating on the Italian club's transfer embargo, so any talks on a possible transfer would have to wait until next week.

However, reports in the Italian press suggest that Chelsea chief executive Peter Kenyon will fly to Rome within the next two weeks and is prepared to offer around £8.5 million to sign the talented but temperamental front man.

The Stamford Bridge side will have been encouraged by the former Bari player's reported unrest with the Giallorossi and the fact the player's contract expires in 2006.

Roma have attempted to agree a contract extension with Cassano but the player's financial demands have scuppered any attempts at brokering a deal.

In contrast, Chelsea would appear only too happy to accommodate Cassano's requests and are reported to be willing to offer the player a five-year deal worth £4.5 million a season.

(http://www.skysportsdvdshop .co.uk/catalog/product_info.php?cPa th=25_50&products_id=375)

[shammy feen]

Spurs and Chelsea to scrap it out for Dutch star?





By European Football - August 21 2005

The news that Feyenoord striker Dirk Kuyt wants to move to the Premiership has been met with speculation that Chelsea will table a bid very soon.


Spurs boss Martin Jol has spoken of his admiration for the player and indeed Kuyt speaking to the News of the World reciprocated the praise Stating:

"Spurs are a very big club and the most important thing for me is that Martin Jol is their coach. I respect him very much."

But they are yet to offer even close to what Feyenoord would expect to get from the sale of their prize asset, with an earlier bid from Liverpool also falling well short of their estimation.

Chelsea (http://www.sportnetwork.net/#) of course are not frightened to pay the big fees involved in getting their players, and are rumoured to be lining up a bid.

[shammy feen]

There are suggestions in Spain that Chelsea are still interested in Atletico Madrid metrosexual striker Fernando Torres. That’s an interest to the tune of £25 million. To this has to be added a certain ambiguity about Torres’ future from his agent.




Fernando Torres is a lucky bloke: blessed with handsome good looks, and an enviable skill on the ball, including some magnificent first touches. He’s a predatory striker. As a local lad, also, he’s been made the captain of Atlético Madrid, despite being barely 20 years old.




But playing for his boyhood club is also a source of bad luck for the player, as despite Torres’ best efforts, Atléti haven’t managed to climb out of the middle of the table and into genuine contention. Still, it’s not all bad: Torres’ potential has been noticed by other clubs, many of whom are in the Premiership. We remember that Newcastle were interested (until they settled on Michael Owen). Other clubs said to be monitoring him are Arsenal and Manchester United. And Chelsea, who have been coveting the player for a number of seasons now.




The latest indications in the Spanish press are that Chelsea have tabled an offer of €37,5 million – some £25 million. We’d like to give more details, but we don’t have any.




The breakthrough, however, is a certain change in attitude from the player’s entourage. Until now Torres, his agent, and the club’s management have been firm in rejecting any bids, throwing them straight into the waste paper basket, and pointing to a buy-out clause of €90 million (in a contract until 2008). But now Torres’ agent, José Antonio Martín, suggests that he and his client are thinking of leaving the Vicente Calderon.




Asked on a radio programme whether Torres would be staying at Atlético next year, about José Antonio Martín answered with a rather pregnant pause. Then he suggested that it really would be up to his club.




The programme’s presenter jumped on the agent to ask again what that meant, as everyone is used to solid professions of loyalty when it comes to Torres. “Torres’ future depends on Altético. It’s they who will decide”, said the agent. Not helping things at all, he added that “if we were to rely on Atlético, it wouldn’t happen. But let’s see whether the club thinks the same at the end of the season”. The deafening silence was only broken by the sound of a can of worms being opened and poured onto the floor of the studio.




Asked about this, the Atlético President, Enrico Cerezo said that ‘I don’t know what Martín meant by that, but we understand things very clearly: we’re counting on Fernando. He’s very important for Atlético and taking all this out of context would create doubts. I relieve that we won’t have problmes with him’. That’s the least he could say.




Now Torres’ agent already suggested, last summer, that he wanted to see Atlético’s ambition before deciding whether Torres would stay. Signing players such as, er, Mateja Kezman apparently convinced the boy wonder to stay. But it has to be said that Atlético really aren’t setting the world on fire. This might be one reason why the striker considers that it’s time to play at a higher level.




In addition, one can point out that this is World Cup year and Torres wants to go with his team. Will the Spanish national manager notice Torres in a team that seems to epitomise mediocrity?




On top of this, there are the offers from the Premiership. Which is why we mention Chelsea’s offer of a cool £25 million. Torres (and Atlético) have always resisted the siren calls from overseas.




The indications that this might be changing are taken seriously in Spain. If Atlético don’t want to sell, there is little that any suitor could do. If they do, obviously, Chelsea would be in a good position (to the tune of £25 million), and Chelsea’s inability to put a lid on Crespo’s future would obviously open a new chapter, particularly since Chelsea have been interested in the youngster for some time.

[AmadeusDC]

[QUOTE=shammy feen]
If Atlético don’t want to sell, there is little that any suitor could do. QUOTE]

Whoever wrote this is mad!! In the modern age the player has almost all the power. If Torres decides he wants he'll get his way. It'd be different if he was going for 4 or 5 million, they might just let a sulker sit out but no way for 25 million. Look at Anelka with Arsenal, Essien with Lyon and a load of other examples.........if the player decides he wants to go then there is very little the club can do except play hard ball over a fee.

-AmadeusDC-

[shammy feen]

Time to ressurect this thread...



Ballack agrees deal with Chelsea - reports
20/04/2006 - 07:25:48

Bayern Munich midfielder Michael Ballack has agreed a four-year deal with Chelsea, according to media reports in Germany.

The German public broadcaster ZDF said all that was left was for Ballack, 29, and Chelsea to sign the contract.

“According to information from ZDF, Michael Ballack and the English champions have agreed a four-year contract,” the broadcaster said.

“The captain of Germany and the London club must only sign the contract now.”

There has been no official confirmation from either Chelsea or Bayern.

Ballack, who is out of contract at Bayern this summer, is refusing to sign a new deal with the Bundesliga giants and has admitted being in “serious negotiations” with the Stamford Bridge club.

[jungle]

From the English papers today, Chelsea are planning a clear-out this summer.

Wayne Bridge will make his loan move to Fulham permanent.

Other players who may leave are

Damien Duff
Arjen Robben
Ricardo Carvalho
Asier Del Horno
Paulo Ferreira
Geremi

Although if that's true, we'd be left with a defence of Gallas, Terry and Huth and not much else. Stories of Ashley Cole coming to Chelsea have been resurfacing recently.

[Philby]

My views on potential chelsea summer departures...

Wayne Bridge - I can def. see Bridge leaving the club in the summer if the right offer is made. When on-form is a very useful player.
Damien Duff - no way will he leave this summer
Arjen Robben - well publicised that Mourinho & him don't have a great manager-player relationship
Ricardo Carvalho - dirty f*cker but effective, he'll be kept on
Asier Del Horno - hasn't lived up to his form in spain & his early promise, could well be shipped out if a better option can be tempted down south of the river
Paulo Ferreira - functional. Solid(ish) but not spectacular. Can't see him being shipped out
Geremi - a shadow of the player we saw at boro. has lost his cutting edge & has put in some horrible tackles at times this season (despite his limited first-team action)

[Langer Dan]

From the English papers today, Chelsea are planning a clear-out this summer.

Wayne Bridge will make his loan move to Fulham permanent.

Other players who may leave are

Damien Duff
Arjen Robben
Ricardo Carvalho
.

wonder if they'll make back the 19million they spashed on him?

[Langer Dan]

CHELSKI BACK FOR SHEVA?
Andrei Shevchenko could finally be ready to give in to the lure of roubles at Stamford Bridge, with The Independent suggesting that Chelski's fourth move for the Ukrainian will be successful. Shevchenko himself is said to be warming to the idea of the massive wages on offer, while Milan would struggle to turn down a record fee.

Michael Ballack is already on his way, while Ashley Cole (available for £16m) could form the final piece of the jigsaw - though Bayern left-back Philipp Lahm is another name mentioned.

The club have said that there will be three players in and three out this summer, but William Gallas' desire to leave could see Chelski chase Tottenham's Ledley King as well as his teammate Jermain Defoe. Spurs could be offered Wayne Bridge and Glen Johnson as makeweights in any deal. Eidur Gudjohnsen also looks set to leave.

[shammy feen]

wonder if they'll make back the 19million they spashed on him?

Couldnt care less...plenty more where that came from...;)

:mrgreen: yourself.........

[KolaKubes]

Couldnt care less...plenty more where that came from...;)

:mrgreen: yourself.........

There are Russians shivering in the cold every night because of that money. Fact. For shame.

[shammy feen]

There are Russians shivering in the cold every night because of that money. Fact. For shame.

ZZZZZZZZZ....:sleepi ng:

[homer jay]

There are Russians shivering in the cold every night because of that money. Fact. For shame.

think about that the next time you pass/ignore a homeless guy on the street without even looking at him.

[KolaKubes]

think about that the next time you pass/ignore a homeless guy on the street without even looking at him.

I always give them money.
I have a social conscience.
Anyone, even older Chelsea fans, whose stomach doesn't churn at what's gone on there since the Russian arrived is a cunt.

[shammy feen]

I always give them money.
I have a social conscience.
Anyone, even older Chelsea fans, whose stomach doesn't churn at what's gone on there since the Russian arrived is a cunt.

Kola Kubes hates Chelsea and thinks im a cunt. How upsetting.

ZZZZZZZ....:sleeping :

[KolaKubes]

Kola Kubes hates Chelsea and thinks im a cunt. How upsetting.

ZZZZZZZ....:sleeping :

You can avoid my chagrin if you repent of your strange affiliation and go follow Liverpool or whoever the fuck.

I'm sure it's an ammendment in the constitution, no Irishman worthy of the name should follow Rangers, Linfield or Chelsea.

Unless you're a fuckwit radio DJ like Tony Fenton or Ian Dempsey.

Come away from the darkside Anakin.

[Sound]

You can avoid my chagrin if you repent of your strange affiliation and go follow Liverpool or whoever the fuck.

I'm sure it's an ammendment in the constitution, no Irishman worthy of the name should follow Rangers, Linfield or Chelsea.

Unless you're a fuckwit radio DJ like Tony Fenton or Ian Dempsey.

Come away from the darkside Anakin.

To be fair to Shammy he was there when they were shit. The Russian is no fault of his so what is he supposed to do? Change team?

[shammy feen]

To be fair to Shammy he was there when they were shit. The Russian is no fault of his so what is he supposed to do? Change team?

To be fair Sound, everyones entitled to an opinion, but I couldnt care less what that guy thinks of me or my club. I couldnt give a flying fuck and all the petty name calling in the world wont change that.

[KolaKubes]

To be fair to Shammy he was there when they were shit. The Russian is no fault of his so what is he supposed to do? Change team?

There was something ridiculous like 6,500 at an FC Utd game there recently. Large numbers of those simply walked away from the big Utd as best they could in response to the Glazers taking over. Not a course of action I could easily have done myself and I'm 50% wumming Sham obviously but the Glazers have done nothing so far to actually change the character of the club.

Fact remains, Abramovich could have bought Norwich 3 years ago, poached Kenyon (and hence a ready-made template), spent a lot of money, brought in Mourinho, spent a lot more money and most likely a very similar team, playing similar football would have won the league the past two seasons running. The only difference would be the yellow ribbons on the trophy.

Point is, a "revolution" in this mode essentially robs this "Chelsea" of anything but the merest links with the Chelsea even playing 10 years ago. Witness, the scraping of the bottom of the barrel going on trying to manufacture a glorious history, "legendary" players like Kerry Dixon and Tony Cas. I give Chelsea no credit as a club for anything "they've" achieved over the past 3 seasons, the club is dead.

Nothing good can be done this quickly. If Utd opened the pandora's box, then the emergence of the Chelsea/Russki "franchise" is the nadir - or so we hope.

It's extreme, maybe, but I've heard of Chelsea fans who've become entirely disillusioned with "their" club despite all the success and there's some part of me that's gratified by that.

Success as a club shouldn't just be measured by the trophy cabinet. Even in this day and age, it should be about having some semblance of a connection with your locality and with your own history.

To be honest, I'd throw the same accusation at Arsenal given the preposterous number of foreigners at the club but in every other respect they're a well run club with some continuity with the past at boardroom level at least so they're exempt from my pedantry.

[Roman Abramovich]

To be honest, I'd throw the same accusation at Arsenal given the preposterous number of foreigners at the club but in every other respect they're a well run club with some continuity with the past at boardroom level at least so they're exempt from my pedantry.

isnt it just amazing though that most of uniteds greatest players under fergie were foreign.

keane, schemichal, irwin, cantona, ruud, giggs, solksjaker,
fuckit even forlan was a foreigner.....

its not arsenals fault that english players arent good enough.

[de mange]

There was something ridiculous like 6,500 at an FC Utd game there recently. Large numbers of those simply walked away from the big Utd as best they could in response to the Glazers taking over. Not a course of action I could easily have done myself and I'm 50% wumming Sham obviously but the Glazers have done nothing so far to actually change the character of the club.

Fact remains, Abramovich could have bought Norwich 3 years ago, poached Kenyon (and hence a ready-made template), spent a lot of money, brought in Mourinho, spent a lot more money and most likely a very similar team, playing similar football would have won the league the past two seasons running. The only difference would be the yellow ribbons on the trophy.

Point is, a "revolution" in this mode essentially robs this "Chelsea" of anything but the merest links with the Chelsea even playing 10 years ago. Witness, the scraping of the bottom of the barrel going on trying to manufacture a glorious history, "legendary" players like Kerry Dixon and Tony Cas. I give Chelsea no credit as a club for anything "they've" achieved over the past 3 seasons, the club is dead.

Nothing good can be done this quickly. If Utd opened the pandora's box, then the emergence of the Chelsea/Russki "franchise" is the nadir - or so we hope.

It's extreme, maybe, but I've heard of Chelsea fans who've become entirely disillusioned with "their" club despite all the success and there's some part of me that's gratified by that.

Success as a club shouldn't just be measured by the trophy cabinet. Even in this day and age, it should be about having some semblance of a connection with your locality and with your own history.

To be honest, I'd throw the same accusation at Arsenal given the preposterous number of foreigners at the club but in every other respect they're a well run club with some continuity with the past at boardroom level at least so they're exempt from my pedantry.

nice stuff until you got to here... how can you support a foreign team, defend 'my club' etc to the end, citing every excuse in the book to convince yourself that you are actually connected to utd in some way from abroad and then state that a clubs connection with its locality is critical?

face it.. youre just a paddy filling a more deserving mancs seat every time you visit old trafford.. all the real fans know it and now you have just realised it for yourself

[Roman Abramovich]

nice stuff until you got to here... how can you support a foreign team, defend 'my club' etc to the end, citing every excuse in the book to convince yourself that you are actually connected to utd in some way from abroad and then state that a clubs connection with its locality is critical?

face it.. youre just a paddy filling a more deserving mancs seat every time you visit old trafford.. all the real fans know it and now you have just realised it for yourself
heh heh heh

[KolaKubes]

isnt it just amazing though that most of uniteds greatest players under fergie were foreign.

keane, schemichal, irwin, cantona, ruud, giggs, solksjaker,
fuckit even forlan was a foreigner.....

its not arsenals fault that english players arent good enough.

That's crap. England are probably taking one of the strongest squads of the lot to the World Cup. Arsenal go for all the cheap, young foreign imports because Arsene has virtually no links within English football but plenty without and lots of young lads with some ambitions to improve themselves fancy the idea of being coached by him.

I'm not having a pop at foreign players per se, would be a dull(er?) Premiership without them but it's all about balance and, to be honest, there's been some serious drawbacks of having the likes of Mourinho and Benitez show up in terms of increased cynicism such as diving, time wasting etc. which I don't like to see.

Incidentally, Keane, Irwin and Giggs are not "foreign" the way a continental player is now are they really, come off it.

[miahp]

De mange,you're a man ( or maybe a woman ) after my own heart ! Chequ-book sport is no sport and I feel really sorry for all the deluded Paddies claiming some affinity with a foreign team.Gas thing is that many claim to hate the English national side as well.As for the Celtic crowd,they seem to see their role as the sporting wing of the Provo's / Continuity /Real (take your pick! ).

[KolaKubes]

nice stuff until you got to here... how can you support a foreign team, defend 'my club' etc to the end, citing every excuse in the book to convince yourself that you are actually connected to utd in some way from abroad and then state that a clubs connection with its locality is critical?

face it.. youre just a paddy filling a more deserving mancs seat every time you visit old trafford.. all the real fans know it and now you have just realised it for yourself

The real Utd fans are the local lads. I've always said it. The rest of us are just "auxiliaries".

But, let's face it, The Premiership is the de facto top tier of football for the Scots, Welsh, N. Irish and S. Irish. All our best players end up there, many from a very young age. We wouldn't even have an international side to proudly shake our oh so green shamrocks at if it weren't for English clubs training them up.

The game here and in England is intrinsically linked and no amount of wishing it otherwise will change that.

I'm from a GAA family and soccer for me has been playing and helping run my local club and following Utd. Not bothered about Cork City or Cobh Ramblers but like to see them both doing well for themselves. They're not my local sides.

[Forsberg]

There seems to be some weird sense of think on here that what Chelsea have acheived in the last two years is , in some way fundamentally different to what Manchester United have acheived in their period of domination through the 90's and early part of this Century.

The simple fact is both clubs are only successful because of the financial clout that is backing the respective clubs. The only difference is , it has taken Man U longer .

the fact is that since 1990 manchester United have consistantly payed top money and top wages. Ok, this hasn't been as dranmatic or as condensed in terms of time as Chelsea but fundamentally it's the same thing.

I find it funny that Man U fans disregarding Chelseas success when they have been guilty ( although not to as much as an extent) of the same thing.

The underlying truth is that every team that has one a league title in recent years has bought it in some way.. Man U and Chelsea moreso than anyone else. Why ? Because they can afford to.

The simple underlying truth is that both Chelsea and Man U would not have had the sucess they have had without the millions that they have spent on the players and coaches that have acheived this for them. How they have raised this money is neither here nor there really

[KolaKubes]

There seems to be some weird sense of think on here that what Chelsea have acheived in the last two years is , in some way fundamentally different to what Manchester United have acheived in their period of domination through the 90's and early part of this Century.

The simple fact is both clubs are only successful because of the financial clout that is backing the respective clubs. The only difference is , it has taken Man U longer .

the fact is that since 1990 manchester United have consistantly payed top money and top wages. Ok, this hasn't been as dranmatic or as condensed in terms of time as Chelsea but fundamentally it's the same thing.

I find it funny that Man U fans disregarding Chelseas success when they have been guilty ( although not to as much as an extent) of the same thing.

The underlying truth is that every team that has one a league title in recent years has bought it in some way.. Man U and Chelsea moreso than anyone else. Why ? Because they can afford to.

The simple underlying truth is that both Chelsea and Man U would not have had the sucess they have had without the millions that they have spent on the players and coaches that have acheived this for them. How they have raised this money is neither here nor there really

Well, yes, professional sport is funny that way, all success is "bought".

Fact is, all the success Utd "bought" was done while operating with wages at the lowest % of turnover in the league and all that money came straight out of fans pockets. Over the period, Utd also produced more professional players plying their trade in the various divisions than any other club by the proverbial country mile. In fact, you could hardly argue that the success from 95 to 99 was "bought" when we had a smaller net outlay than many of our competitors of the day. By any stretch of the imagination, Utd have been the model for other clubs in Europe for over a decade.

In stark contrast, Chelsea have used an obscene amount of money to bludgeon their way to success with all the style and class that typifies someone of Abramovich's ilk. I give them absolutely zero credit for it. All they have proved is that you can buy (almost) all the success you want if you have the sheer financial muscle to pack out your squad with £20 million+ players when most of your competitors at a domestic and European level are tightening their belts.

Gratifyingly, either Abramovich's interest will wane in time and/or a 3rd or 4th title will finally see the Premiership pull its thumb out of its ass, realise that the Abramovich gravy train that's helped fund the likes of West Ham and Man City is actually bad for the competitiveness of the league as a whole and act to limit his ability to "financially dope" his team.

[Langer Dan]

Well, yes, professional sport is funny that way, all success is "bought".

Fact is, all the success Utd "bought" was done while operating with wages at the lowest % of turnover in the league and all that money came straight out of fans pockets. Over the period, Utd also produced more professional players plying their trade in the various divisions than any other club by the proverbial country mile. In fact, you could hardly argue that the success from 95 to 99 was "bought" when we had a smaller net outlay than many of our competitors of the day. By any stretch of the imagination, Utd have been the model for other clubs in Europe for over a decade.

In stark contrast, Chelsea have used an obscene amount of money to bludgeon their way to success with all the style and class that typifies someone of Abramovich's ilk. I give them absolutely zero credit for it. All they have proved is that you can buy (almost) all the success you want if you have the sheer financial muscle to pack out your squad with £20 million+ players when most of your competitors at a domestic and European level are tightening their belts.
Gratifyingly, either Abramovich's interest will wane in time and/or a 3rd or 4th title will finally see the Premiership pull its thumb out of its ass, realise that the Abramovich gravy train that's helped fund the likes of West Ham and Man City is actually bad for the competitiveness of the league as a whole and act to limit his ability to "financially dope" his team.

Inter being the exception to that rule.

[Roman Abramovich]

dont see what the big fuckin problem with chelsea is.
since the premiership has been formed all those many years ago chelsea have amassed more points in it than any other club except arsenal and man utd....

so since the start of the premiership you could argue they have been the third most consistant club....

youll always have knockers, just like the cunts who knocked arsenal for failing in europe when they went a whole season unbeaten and played awesome football....yet this season they play well in europe and they get no credit either...

most football fans are morons. the true fan can shake a chelsea fans hand and say well done ye deserved the league ye were the better team.

[KolaKubes]

youll always have knockers, just like the cunts who knocked arsenal for failing in europe when they went a whole season unbeaten and played awesome football....yet this season they play well in europe and they get no credit either...

most football fans are morons. the true fan can shake a chelsea fans hand and say well done ye deserved the league ye were the better team.

a) Arsenal are getting no credit for playing well in Europe this year??!!!

b) Thankfully, I don't know any Chelsea fans. I move in fairly well educated circles, maybe that's it. So the question of shaking their hand doesn't come into it. I give Chelsea zero credit for winning anything. It's all a sham (no pun intended) and, unlike Leeds, I'll not be bothered in the slightest if this new monstrosity goes belly up. But, then, neither will most of the scrubbed up chavs you see at Chelsea every week, they'll have found some new fad to follow.

[shammy feen]

b) Thankfully, I don't know any Chelsea fans. I move in fairly well educated circles, maybe that's it. .

Feckin WUM...

I have a B.Sc Honours degree in Geology and a Masters degree in Analytical Chemistry...I think that qualifies as educated .....would you not agree...?

[Actin The Sham]

Thankfully, I don't know any Chelsea fans. I move in fairly well educated circles, maybe that's it.


So all of this is beneath you then.


That comes across as very patronising.

[Actin The Sham]

Feckin WUM...

I have a B.Sc Honours degree in Geology and a Masters degree in Analytical Chemistry...I think that qualifys as educated .....would you not agree...?




Heh heh heh.


;)

[shammy feen]

Heh heh heh.


;)

Spellin woz never my stong point...;)
Just de maths...

[KolaKubes]

So all of this is beneath you then.
That comes across as very patronising.

Lerra, I just have a running theory that an Irish lad who opts for Chelsea simply can't have the slightest clue. It's a bit like my younger brother briefly following Rangers for a spell as a kid before he was gently persuaded that maybe they didn't particularly appreciate his support.

Chelsea were an awful little chav of a club back in the day, a right little boil on the arse of London football with a charming line in anti-Irish bigotry. Now they're re-invented as nouveau riche Eurotrash. What on Earth would attract anyone to that particular bandwagon when you're from this neck of the woods?

I know lads following all sorts of clubs and (believe it or not) I don't come over all "thought police" about any other club.

[shammy feen]

Lerra, I just have a running theory that an Irish lad who opts for Chelsea simply can't have the slightest clue. It's a bit like my younger brother briefly following Rangers for a spell as a kid before he was gently persuaded that maybe they didn't particularly appreciate his support.

Chelsea were an awful little chav of a club back in the day, a right little boil on the arse of London football with a charming line in anti-Irish bigotry. Now they're re-invented as nouveau riche Eurotrash. What on Earth would attract anyone to that particular bandwagon when you're from this neck of the woods?

I know lads following all sorts of clubs and (believe it or not) I don't come over all "thought police" about any other club.

You make a personal insult on me and my education due to the club I follow and this is the best response you can come up with when challenged? You dont know anything about me or my my circumstances apart from the fact that I support Chelsea. You asume im an Irish catholic and a lot of other stuff about my backround to make your ignorant judgemental posts about me. If you dont like Chelsea thats your business, but I resent having my character called in to question based on your prejudices.

I never ever insult people on this forum and try and treat each and every one of my fellow posters with a bit of respect even though sometimes its hard to bite my lip. I think its not too much to ask the same respect in return.

Shammy

[Roman Abramovich]

You make a personal insult on me and my education due to the club I follow and this is the best response you can come up with when challenged? You dont know anything about me or my my circumstances apart from the fact that I support Chelsea. You asume im an Irish catholic and a lot of other stuff about my backround to make your ignorant judgemental posts about me. If you dont like Chelsea thats your business, but I resent having my character called in to question based on your prejudices.

I never ever insult people on this forum and try and treat each and every one of my fellow posters with a bit of respect even though sometimes its hard to bite my lip. I think its not too much to ask the same respect in return.

Shammy

ya shammy, ya fuckin limey basterd

[shammy feen]

ya shammy, ya fuckin limey basterd

We are all London.

[STEVIEG]

Let it be noted, that a good few United fans, including many who post here, have repeatedly maintained that is NOT money which has been the prime rason why Chelsea have suddenly become the best team
The manager and the players deserve credit and have generally got it

[shammy feen]

Let it be noted, that a good few United fans, including many who post here, have repeatedly maintained that is NOT money which has been the prime rason why Chelsea have suddenly become the best team
The manager and the players deserve credit and have generally got it

I know that Stevie and appreciate it.

My point is that everyone is entitled to their opinion on the matter, including KK, without getting personal and insulting.

[the puerto rican feen]

Feckin WUM...

I have a B.Sc Honours degree in Geology and a Masters degree in Analytical Chemistry...I think that qualifies as educated .....would you not agree...?


you still don't know your urs from your elbow though

[shammy feen]

you still don't know your urs from your elbow though

and im getting very FAT....

p.s Validation Engineer contractor rates are starting to hot up in Cork....PM me for details...

[KolaKubes]

I know that Stevie and appreciate it.

My point is that everyone is entitled to their opinion on the matter, including KK, without getting personal and insulting.

You fobbed off my opening gambits with ZZZZZZZZzzzz and :sleeping: which was pretty childish and dismissive, thought I'd just respond in kind, maybe open your eyes to what "your" club is all about these days.

Fair enough, if you're an Anglo living here I presume Chelsea's past doesn't really come into it.

[shammy feen]

You fobbed off my opening gambits with ZZZZZZZZzzzz and :sleeping: which was pretty childish and dismissive, thought I'd just respond in kind, maybe open your eyes to what "your" club is all about these days.

Fair enough, if you're an Anglo living here I presume Chelsea's past doesn't really come into it.

Hardly the same thing.

I have never once insulted your character or called you uneducated, though elsewhere in this forum you said something about not wanting your papers marked by someone, so I take it your a student and are probably educated to lesser degree than I am at the moment if you are studying a postgraduate course or graduate degree. How do you like that, Do you find that insulting? Not very nice is it.Being an education snob is nothing to be proud of.

Being bored of you saying the same thing over and over again isnt an insult. Its a statement of fact. You might think its childish, but once you hear the same old song for the 1000th time you get very bored with the tune.

[shammy feen]

Mourinho flees for life from angry Brazilian rioters

DAN BRENNAN
JOSE Mourinho, in Sao Paulo to scout Corinthians' Argentine midfielder Carlos Tevez, had to flee for his life from angry home fans and spent two hours barricaded in a dressing room before being rescued by Brazilian police.
Mourinho was the guest of honour of Corinthians owner, Kia Joorabchian. Sitting on the other side of him was Boris Berezovsky, the Russian billionaire who was once Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich's mentor and business partner. But the VIPs had to abandon their seats as angry home supporters tried to storm the Corinthians' box to confront officials and their guests seven minutes before the end as the Brazilian team headed for defeat.

Mourinho was lucky to escape with his life, said River Plate president, Jose Maria Aguilar. "I don't know what Jose Mourinho can be thinking right now. The guy had to run away before the end of the match, with his life in danger. The situation was out of control."
Aguilar added that the cause of the riot was the anger of fans at the presence of Mourinho in the VIP box following speculation linking Chelsea with Tevez.
"It was like being in the middle of a war zone - police were throwing gas bombs, the supporters were running all over the place and everything was in total chaos."
Mourinho had to take refuge with the Corinthians directors in a dressing room for two hours until a police escort was able to guide them out of the stadium to safety.
Corinthians fans went on the rampage when River Plate went 3-1 up and 6-3 ahead on aggregate.
River were awarded the game and go through to the Copa Libertadores quarter-finals.
This article: http://sport.scotsman.com/football.cfm?id=6843 22006

[shammy feen]

Abromovich makes fresh approach to Schevchenko
By Matt Hughes
ROMAN ABRAMOVICH has taken personal charge of Chelsea’s latest attempt to sign Andriy Shevchenko, the AC Milan forward, as he plans his biggest spending spree since his outlay on buying the club three years ago. It is understood that Chelsea hope to sign five players during the summer rather than the three-in three-out policy publicly described by José Mourinho, with two strikers, a central midfield player, centre back and left back featuring on the wanted list.

Chelsea have attempted to curtail their spending since splashing out £111 million on ten new players in the immediate aftermath of Abramovich’s takeover in 2003, but such restraint has been abandoned as Mourinho seeks to build a squad capable of dominating the Barclays Premiership and the Champions League.

With Michael Ballack close to completing his move from Bayern Munich on a free transfer, Shevchenko will be the centrepiece of this summer’s transfer activity, with Abramovich masterminding the recruitment of a player he counts as a personal friend. It is understood that the Russian billionaire phoned Shevchenko last weekend to sound him out and will fly to Milan for a face-to-face meeting after the club’s final Serie A match of the season on May 14. As Abramovich is also close to Adriano Galliani, AC Milan’s vice-president, all talks will take place with the blessing of the Italian club.

Abramovich undertook a similar trip to Milan with the intention of signing Shevchenko two years ago only for the Ukrainian to sign a new five-year contract the day after he left, but is increasingly confident of landing his man. Although Shevchenko’s commitment to a club he joined seven years ago has not wavered, his representatives are expecting another bid, with sources at Milan indicating that an offer of £30 million may be too big to turn down for a player who will be 30 in September. Milan’s financial situation is by no means perilous but their ageing squad needs rebuilding, particularly if Carlo Ancelotti, the manager, leaves to join Real Madrid.

With Abramovich taking care of Shevchenko, Chelsea’s other executives are looking elsewhere in case their primary target turns them down for a fourth time. Peter Kenyon, the chief executive, is championing the cause of Ruud van Nistelrooy, but although the Holland striker appears to be on his way out of Old Trafford, it is doubtful that Sir Alex Ferguson would sanction a move to Chelsea.

Mourinho has also requested a secondary striker, capable of playing just behind or alongside the main goalscorer in a 4-4-2 formation. The Portuguese wants a small, quick man with a good touch who can give Chelsea options going forward, but who will not necessarily come to the club expecting to be first choice. It is this sort of role that has been earmarked for Jermain Defoe, who Mourinho continues to admire despite a difficult season at Tottenham Hotspur, while he also went to watch Salomon Kalou, Feyenoord’s Ivory Coast striker, last month. With a hefty transfer fee round his neck, Carlos Tévez, the Corinthians forward, would be bought only for a leading role, but his style of play fits the bill.

Chelsea’s defensive recruitment is more dependent on who leaves, with Ricardo Carvalho and William Gallas seeking a way out, but a left back and centre back are being sought. Mourinho is having second thoughts about signing Ashley Cole, dispatching scouts to watch Taye Taiwo at Marseilles and Younes Kaboul at Auxerre in the past week.

Ledley King’s decision to sign a new four-year contract at Tottenham does not rule him out, but Mourinho is looking at other options, including Rafael Márquez, of Barcelona, and Joseph Yobo, of Everton.

[Captain Planet]

is duffer on his way to liverpool...read it in the paper yesterday...handy signing if he could stay fit.

[shammy feen]

is duffer on his way to liverpool...read it in the paper yesterday...handy signing if he could stay fit.

Rumour has it Duff is keen on a move to Liverpool. Duffer hasnt been in the best of form since Christmas, but he would be a fantastic signing for Benitez I would think as Chelsea and Liverpool play similar systems.

Gudjhonnsen is in serious talks with the Red Devils. I dont want him to leave, hes far superior even as a midfielder to the likes of Maniche and Geremi. People also forget he is a striker who scored buckets of goals when paired with Jimmy Flyodd Hasselbaink back at the turn of the century.

[KolaKubes]

Hardly the same thing.

I have never once insulted your character or called you uneducated, though elsewhere in this forum you said something about not wanting your papers marked by someone, so I take it your a student and are probably educated to lesser degree than I am at the moment if you are studying a postgraduate course or graduate degree. How do you like that, Do you find that insulting? Not very nice is it.Being an education snob is nothing to be proud of.

Hmm, if you were quite so well educated you might be aware there's other sorts of papers than the dog eared ones with coffee stains that get handed in to lecturers?

In any case, I wouldn't be an "education snob" by any means, an intellectual snob perhaps.

[shammy feen]

Hmm, if you were quite so well educated you might be aware there's other sorts of papers than the dog eared ones with coffee stains that get handed in to lecturers?

In any case, I wouldn't be an "education snob" by any means, an intellectual snob perhaps.

That reply took you a few days...
Listen this is getting very old.
Just drop it and I will.

p.s What sort of papers were you talking about getting marked so?...just interested.

[shammy feen]

If Chelsea sign Shevchenko, Ballack and Tevez..mouthwatering prospect for a fan...

[Actin The Sham]

once you hear the same old song for the 1000th time you get very bored with the tune.


Unless of course if it is Stop! by Erasure.

[Captain Planet]

If Chelsea sign Shevchenko, Ballack and Tevez..mouthwatering prospect for a fan...
that would be one frightening strike force....

[shammy feen]

Unless of course if it is Stop! by Erasure.

True!

Thats a great tune.

Blue day by Suggs is good too...

[KolaKubes]

That reply took you a few days...
Listen this is getting very old.
Just drop it and I will.

p.s What sort of papers were you talking about getting marked so?...just interested.

Scientific Publications/Papers.

Tell you what, I'll drop the personal stuff, agreed, no need for that.

[Philby]

If Chelsea sign Shevchenko, Ballack and Tevez..mouthwatering prospect for a fan...

..of watching an over-confident, classless muppet make 11 top quality players look decidedly average. ;-)

[shammy feen]

Scientific Publications/Papers.

Tell you what, I'll drop the personal stuff, agreed, no need for that.

Agreed. Chelsea are still better than United though....;)

[shammy feen]

..of watching an over-confident, classless muppet make 11 top quality players look decidedly average. ;-)

Heh heh heh....leave Benitez out of this...

[Actin The Sham]

Heh heh heh....leave Benitez out of this...

Tee hee.


You never lost it.


;)

[shammy feen]

Lyon lining up a huge Chelsea bid
May, 12, 2006
Lyon are prepared to pay Chelsea Football Club £28million for Didier Drogba.

http://www.dzzt.com/nph-info.cgi/010110A/http/www.fansfc.com/images/spacer.gif
It is a staggering amount for a player who cost the Blues £24million almost two years ago, particularly as the jury remains very much out on the impact he has made since moving to England.

Drogba made his name for Marseille, and now Lyon chairman Jean-Michel Aulas has revealed he is willing to pay ‘between €40 to €45 million', to bring him back to France.

Jose Mourinho has always backed the Ivory Coast international, and although he would be reluctant to sell, he may well be tempted given the amount the French champions could offer.

[Sound]

Lyon lining up a huge Chelsea bid
May, 12, 2006
Lyon are prepared to pay Chelsea Football Club £28million for Didier Drogba.

http://www.dzzt.com/nph-info.cgi/010110A/http/www.fansfc.com/images/spacer.gif
It is a staggering amount for a player who cost the Blues £24million almost two years ago, particularly as the jury remains very much out on the impact he has made since moving to England.

Drogba made his name for Marseille, and now Lyon chairman Jean-Michel Aulas has revealed he is willing to pay ‘between €40 to €45 million', to bring him back to France.

Jose Mourinho has always backed the Ivory Coast international, and although he would be reluctant to sell, he may well be tempted given the amount the French champions could offer.

That'd be a real Houllier special. Any chance of 14M for Cisse while you're at it Ged?

Thought not. :(

[homer jay]

Brazilian giants Corinthians admit they have received a significant bid for Chelsea target Carlos Tevez, but are not keen to sell him just yet.

The 22-year-old Argentina international has constantly been linked with a move to Stamford Bridge in recent weeks.

Friday's papers suggest the Blues have tabled a £22million bid for Tevez but incoming Corinthians coach Geninho, while admitting an offer had been made, says he does not know which club had made it.

Referring to Kia Joorabchian, who is president of the MSI group that runs the club, Geninho said: "Kia told me he has a very important offer for Tevez but he will do everything to keep him until June of next year.

"He is part of our project to win the Copa Libertadores next year."

Geninho admitted he did not know which club had made the offer, saying: "Kia hasn't told me the team."

[shammy feen]

Interesting stance from Chelsea on Gallas...looks like they dont care about the money and want to get another year out of Gallas.

"Chelsea said: "William Gallas has made a great contribution to Chelsea since he has been here and he has been offered a very good new contract in recognition of that. That contract is still on offer and we would like him to be at Chelsea for the next four years. [/B]
[COLOR=black]
"If it is not accepted, then William is still under contract for one more year and we will not be encouraging offers for players that we want to keep. Under Premier League rules he would be able to leave at the end of next season (2006/7) on a free transfer."

[Langer Dan]

football365.com
AC Milan superstar Andriy Shevchenko's agent has revealed for the first time the striker may leave Italy for English champions Chelsea.

The Ukraine international has insisted for much of this year he would remain with the Rossoneri but now it appears he is willing to consider a move to the Blues. Shevchenko, his club's top scorer with 19 goals in 28 league appearances and another nine Champions League strikes, will not play again in Serie A this season after picking up a knee injury at Parma last week.

When asked if Shevchenko would move to Chelsea in the summer, his agent Oscar Damiani told PA Sport: "Everything has yet to be decided. We don't know yet. Everything has to be discussed. It could be that he stays at Milan or that he goes."

[Sound]

football365.com
AC Milan superstar Andriy Shevchenko's agent has revealed for the first time the striker may leave Italy for English champions Chelsea.

The Ukraine international has insisted for much of this year he would remain with the Rossoneri but now it appears he is willing to consider a move to the Blues. Shevchenko, his club's top scorer with 19 goals in 28 league appearances and another nine Champions League strikes, will not play again in Serie A this season after picking up a knee injury at Parma last week.

When asked if Shevchenko would move to Chelsea in the summer, his agent Oscar Damiani told PA Sport: "Everything has yet to be decided. We don't know yet. Everything has to be discussed. It could be that he stays at Milan or that he goes."

If this happens then it just goes to show that you cant trust a word out of players' mouths.

Ever.

[Lamps]

If this happens then it just goes to show that you cant trust a word out of players' mouths.

Ever.

this gives me an idea.

[diamond_dog]

Looks like Gallas has finally had enough of Chelsea. How could any self respecting player stay at a club that leaves it pitch in shit because it is playing a superior opisition (Barca) and then claim thay are one of the best teams in the world. Looks like Joses anti-football has finaly got too much for Gallas and he is even willing to buy himself out of his contract. I can't remember too many Man Utd of Liverpool players tying that when they were the top teams in the league.

[KolaKubes]

Looks like Gallas has finally had enough of Chelsea. How could any self respecting player stay at a club that leaves it pitch in shit because it is playing a superior opisition (Barca) and then claim thay are one of the best teams in the world. Looks like Joses anti-football has finaly got too much for Gallas and he is even willing to buy himself out of his contract. I can't remember too many Man Utd of Liverpool players tying that when they were the top teams in the league.

Chelsea are still in the second tier of clubs (at best) in European terms as yet. If this little windfall continues for another couple of seasons, I wouldn't be surprised to see a few more top players go there for 2/3 seasons for a little nest egg. If the money keeps flowing for another few years, Chelsea will have bought themselves a history of sorts but I wonder whether they'll really have these legions of fans that Kenyon is hoping for. That's what they really need if they're to fulfill the dream of being the "Manchester United of the South".

If every other moneybags club is anything to go by, it won't last but, then, we've never had a guy who's arse raped a country the size of Russia take an interest in football before either so all bets are off.

It goes without saying I'm desperate for the day the wheels fall off the bandwagon though.

[homer jay]

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has confirmed that they are talking to Benfica about the possibility of signing winger Simao Sabrosa.

Confirming his interest, Mourinho said: "Simao has the quality to play for Chelsea.

"We have four fantastic players in that position, but one will leave this summer.

"Simao could arrive but we are still in negotiations with Benfica."

anyone from robben, duff or swp on the way out then

[Langer Dan]

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho has confirmed that they are talking to Benfica about the possibility of signing winger Simao Sabrosa.

Confirming his interest, Mourinho said: "Simao has the quality to play for Chelsea.

"We have four fantastic players in that position, but one will leave this summer.

"Simao could arrive but we are still in negotiations with Benfica."

anyone from robben, duff or swp on the way out then

SWP id say,

Cut price move to Spurs or city apparently.

[homer jay]

SWP id say,

Cut price move to Spurs or city apparently.
city are trying to get him back on loan. robben has been unhappy this season tho, and duff has played in fuck all matches compared to the previous season.

[Langer Dan]

city are trying to get him back on loan. robben has been unhappy this season tho, and duff has played in fuck all matches compared to the previous season.

Earra SWP was ridiculously overhyped and chelsea payed well over the odds for an average winger. On form Robben and Duff would run rings around him.

But Chelsea have a ridiculous surplus in the midfield area at the mo' everything points to a serious summer clearout.

[homer jay]

But Chelsea have a ridiculous surplus in the midfield area at the mo' everything points to a serious summer clearout.

they do have a lot of midfielders, but the abramovich/mourinho axis of evil :lol: would rather have them rotting away in the reserves than go to a rival team. their one aim now is to win the champs league, and if that means buying every player on the continent to do it, i wouldn't be surprised

[roryk]

If this happens then it just goes to show that you cant trust a word out of players' mouths.

Ever.



Hows that shevas fault, he said all season that he wanted to stay. Then recently he asked for an extension to his 1 year contract and AC told him they didn't know if they'd be renewing it. They're leaving him in the balance as theres a good chance that they wanna sell him while hes still capable of commanding a epic transfer fee thus enabling AC to repair their aging defense.

[KolaKubes]

they do have a lot of midfielders, but the abramovich/mourinho axis of evil :lol: would rather have them rotting away in the reserves than go to a rival team. their one aim now is to win the champs league, and if that means buying every player on the continent to do it, i wouldn't be surprised

well then let's all get together and let them win an "extra special" Champion's League next year starting in August where Chelsea get to play Milan, Barcelona, Bayern Munich and anyone else Roman has heard of. The tournament is re-run over a fortnight until Chelsea win. Then he can fuck off and stick to normal Billionaire pursuits like riding models young enough to be his daughter.

[STEVIEG]

http://home.skysports.com/list.asp?hlid=387932&CPID=23&clid=186&lid=4161&title=Carlos+confirm s+Blues+talks

[STEVIEG]

http://home.skysports.com/list.asp?hlid=387954&CPID=8&clid=8&lid=3&title=Chelsea+'consi der'+Sheva+swap

[STEVIEG]

Link doesnt seem to be working but basically Chelsea and Milan are considering a Sheva and Gallas swap deal type arrangement

[homer jay]

Didier Drogba wants to quit Chelsea and leave the Premiership behind because he is sick of being labelled a cheat.

The Ivory Coast striker, who is going to the World Cup this summer, has been involved in a number of incidents in the last couple of seasons which has led to him earning a reputation as a diver.

Now the 28-year-old, a £24million signing from Marseille two seasons ago, has had enough.

"It's not a joke. I want to move on and avoid all the pressure and scandals here," he told The Sun.

"Those things hurt my feelings. I want a place I can play freely without any drawbacks.

"You should know what a player goes through with so much pressure."

Drogba said he will only move to a club in the Champions League and is eyeing up a move to Italy.

"I admire AC Milan. But anywhere I go, the Champions League will be there waiting for me," added Drogba.

a bit ironic telling this to the sun ffs.

[shammy feen]

Just back from my 2 week holiday in Russia and Scandanavia.

Just for KK,

Contrary to the your arse raping report,

Everything seems to be in order in Russia.

Lots of Russian dolls and Vodka.

Lots of silly folk dancing.

Lots of good times had.

Shammy

;)

[shammy feen]

Chelsea sensationally linked to Arsenal defender 30th May 2006 By Staff Writer

Chelsea are being linked with a shock move for Arsenal defender Kolo Toure.
Toure is one of the lowest paid players at Arsenal on only £15,000 per week and blues boss Jose Mourinho is a known admirer.
Chelsea are thought to be considering a move for Toure with the promise of at least £50k per week for the player.
Chelsea's interest stems from the fact that William Gallas is likely to leave the club as part of the deal with AC Milan that will see Andriy Shevchenko move to Chelsea. Talk of a Chelsea move for Toure has prompted Arsenal into emergency talks with the player to put a new deal in place that recognises Toure's importance to the club.

[Roman Abramovich]

Chelsea sensationally linked to Arsenal defender 30th May 2006 By Staff Writer

Chelsea are being linked with a shock move for Arsenal defender Kolo Toure.
Toure is one of the lowest paid players at Arsenal on only £15,000 per week and blues boss Jose Mourinho is a known admirer.
Chelsea are thought to be considering a move for Toure with the promise of at least £50k per week for the player.
Chelsea's interest stems from the fact that William Gallas is likely to leave the club as part of the deal with AC Milan that will see Andriy Shevchenko move to Chelsea. Talk of a Chelsea move for Toure has prompted Arsenal into emergency talks with the player to put a new deal in place that recognises Toure's importance to the club.

the 40m it would cost to buy him off arsenal is the stumbling block there...not the wages.

[BlueSkies]

toure's on £15,000 a week? that's a disgrace!
He's one of the premiership's better centre-halves.

[MonTheHoops]

toure's on £15,000 a week? that's a disgrace!
He's one of the premiership's better centre-halves.


Why is that a disgrace? He wasn't forced into signing it and has two good seasons behind him. Christ, no-one in the whole world is worth 15k per week.

[Carmona]

Why is that a disgrace? He wasn't forced into signing it and has two good seasons behind him. Christ, no-one in the whole world is worth 15k per week.I'm sure he means relative to others' earnings. Say Rio.

[STEVIEG]

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/football/teams/c/chelsea/5023196.stm

[the puerto rican feen]

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/football/teams/c/chelsea/5023196.stm


Benchwarmer or the signal for that hideous cunt drogba to leave ?

[STEVIEG]

Benchwarmer or the signal for that hideous cunt drogba to leave ?


Two strikers coming in (assuming Sheva joins) looks like Drogba could be on the way alright
It's interesting cause they can't really do much better than they have in the league-21 points off United, Arsenal, Liverpool and Spurs and Drogba was involved in most of them games
They are under savage pressure to win the champions league though, if they don't win it next May i'd say some hard questions will be asked

[shammy feen]

They are under savage pressure to win the champions league though, if they don't win it next May i'd say some hard questions will be asked

José: "Didier, Whats the capital of Mongolia?"

Drogba: "Addis Abbaba?"

José; "Incorrect. your dropped."

[the puerto rican feen]

Two strikers coming in (assuming Sheva joins) looks like Drogba could be on the way alright
It's interesting cause they can't really do much better than they have in the league-21 points off United, Arsenal, Liverpool and Spurs and Drogba was involved in most of them games
They are under savage pressure to win the champions league though, if they don't win it next May i'd say some hard questions will be asked


yeah Jose will be getting a P45

[shammy feen]

yeah Jose will be getting a P45

Does José pay in to the Irish taxation system?
Fair fucks to him.

heh heh heh

[the puerto rican feen]

Does José pay in to the Irish taxation system?
Fair fucks to him.

heh heh heh


yeah he does, tax breaks for actors !!!

[shammy feen]

yeah he does, tax breaks for actors !!!

Did ya not spot my deliberate Fitz?

he he heh

BTW whats taxation?

[the puerto rican feen]

Did ya not spot my deliberate Fitz?

he he heh

BTW whats taxation?


deliberate fitz, still don't get it


yeah ya fuckin tax dodger

[MonTheHoops]

I'm sure he means relative to others' earnings. Say Rio.

Yeah it is relatively low compared to others, say Sol, but the guy is a kid still. Why put him on 60k a week? When John Hartson leaves for West Brom the highest earner will be Bobo Balde on 28k p/w and I'd let him go on a free this minute if I thought we could take that down again. Last thing I'd want is a bunch of 60k+ per week prima donnas who've done nothing in their career filling up the Celtic squad and then moaning to the press when someone else is on 65k and they're not.

[ho chi feen]

deliberate fitz, still don't get it


And you never will, Marcella.

Back to Langers Forum, Chubster. The SFI have you marked.

[the puerto rican feen]

And you never will, Marcella.

Back to Langers Forum, Chubster. The SFI have you marked.


oooooooooooooooooooo ooh

I am soooooooooooooooo scared


fuck you, you lanky string of rag and bone misery, the pain in spain is what you are there for.

[ho chi feen]

oooooooooooooooooooo ooh

I am soooooooooooooooo scared


fuck you, you lanky string of rag and bone misery, the pain in spain is what you are there for.


When you back in Cork next anyway lad?

So I can snap your neck like a fucking twig

[the puerto rican feen]

When you back in Cork next anyway lad?

So I can snap your neck like a fucking twig


maybe the end of august

not sure yet ya twig

[shammy feen]

Philby will love this one...

AC Milan linked with Gerrard deal http://www.organicchewinggu m.com/cgi-bin/nph-kdfa.cgi/VALKWRA/qbmk/jsy.hjvlah.yqv/ozhiycwin/ozhiycwinpnel.ffl=3f wgfaby=3d153326#
11:40 May, 30, 2006
Liverpool skipper Steven Gerrard is once again being linked with a big-money move abroad

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Reports in Italy on Tuesday claim that AC Milan are set to use the £35m they will receive from Chelsea for Andriy Shevchenko to try and tempt Liverpool into selling their prize asset.

Boss Carlo Ancelotti wants two new central midfielders this summer and is also being linked with Juventus's Brazilian star Emerson.

[ho chi feen]

Philby will love this one...

AC Milan linked with Gerrard deal http://www.organicchewinggu m.com/cgi-bin/nph-kdfa.cgi/VALKWRA/qbmk/jsy.hjvlah.yqv/ozhiycwin/ozhiycwinpnel.ffl=3f wgfaby=3d153326#
11:40 May, 30, 2006
Liverpool skipper Steven Gerrard is once again being linked with a big-money move abroad

http://www.organicchewinggu m.com/cgi-bin/nph-kdfa.cgi/VALKWRA/qbmk/jsy.hjvlah.yqv/ozhiycwin/ozhiycwinpnel.ffl=3f wgfaby=3d153326#
Reports in Italy on Tuesday claim that AC Milan are set to use the £35m they will receive from Chelsea for Andriy Shevchenko to try and tempt Liverpool into selling their prize asset.

Boss Carlo Ancelotti wants two new central midfielders this summer and is also being linked with Juventus's Brazilian star Emerson.


Now if only Gallas was somehow involved!

[shammy feen]

Now if only Gallas was somehow involved!

In his Y-Fronts....

[shammy feen]

This is Hilario-us!


Mourinho reveals Hilario interest




Hilario played under Jose Mourinho at Porto

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has expressed his interest in signing Portuguese goalkeeper Hilario.
The 30-year-old's contract with Nacional de Madeira expires this summer and Mourinho is keen to bring in Hilario as back-up to Petr Cech.
Mourinho said: "He has the ideal profile in view of our requirements.
"I already worked with him and I know he is intelligent. It's necessary to be intelligent in order be a substitute to the best goalkeeper in the world."
Hilario played under Mourinho while they were both at Porto in the 2002/03 season.
Mourinho added: "I need a goalkeeper who is experienced, tranquil, and a team player.
"It is possible that I will find someone with this profile in Portuguese football. "Hilario is not only bright but he also has common sense." Italian Carlo Cudicini is currently Chelsea's second-choice keeper.

[ho chi feen]

This is Hilario-us!


Mourinho reveals Hilario interest




Hilario played under Jose Mourinho at Porto

Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho has expressed his interest in signing Portuguese goalkeeper Hilario.
The 30-year-old's contract with Nacional de Madeira expires this summer and Mourinho is keen to bring in Hilario as back-up to Petr Cech.
Mourinho said: "He has the ideal profile in view of our requirements.
"I already worked with him and I know he is intelligent. It's necessary to be intelligent in order be a substitute to the best goalkeeper in the world."
Hilario played under Mourinho while they were both at Porto in the 2002/03 season.
Mourinho added: "I need a goalkeeper who is experienced, tranquil, and a team player.
"It is possible that I will find someone with this profile in Portuguese football. "Hilario is not only bright but he also has common sense." Italian Carlo Cudicini is currently Chelsea's second-choice keeper.


Is this the same clown who was at fault for two of the goals when we humped them 4-0 in 1997?

Because if so.....

[Langer Dan]

Two strikers coming in (assuming Sheva joins) looks like Drogba could be on the way alright
It's interesting cause they can't really do much better than they have in the league-21 points off United, Arsenal, Liverpool and Spurs and Drogba was involved in most of them games
They are under savage pressure to win the champions league though, if they don't win it next May i'd say some hard questions will be asked

Hes off to Lyon id say. Theyll probably wait till after the WC and use the proceeds of the diarra sale to get drogba for around the 9million mark.

[shammy feen]

Is this the same clown who was at fault for two of the goals when we humped them 4-0 in 1997?

Because if so.....


Bet they enjoyed that!

[ho chi feen]

Bet they enjoyed that!

Stop, you should have seen the state of Philby's living room after..!

[shammy feen]

In the last hour it has been released that Andry Shevchenko has signed for Chelsea and has put pen to paper on a 4-year deal with wages looking set to be over £110,000 per week.

The believed fee is in the region of £34m with AC Milan now set to chase Manchester United's Ruud Van Nistelrooy as the perfect replacement.

[STEVIEG]

Stop, you should have seen the state of Philby's living room after..!


Where the fawk is Philby
Holidays?

[ho chi feen]

Where the fawk is Philby
Holidays?

Ayia Napa

[Jim Comic]

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/teams/c/chelsea/5035604.stm

[KolaKubes]

Good one, should add a few million to Ruud's selling price at any rate.

[STEVIEG]

Eider (sp) is goin to Barca, just more or less confirmed

[dotty]

Eider (sp) is goin to Barca, just more or less confirmed

prob as a direct replacement for larsson.

[STEVIEG]

Yes indeed good buy for them

[dotty]

think he'll do well in spain,technically good,chelsea are definitely not resting on their laurels,been quite busy in the transfer market and its only the 2nd week in june.

[shammy feen]

One of my favourite players at the bridge.

He has adapted well to playing in midfield over the last few seasons..Im sad to see Eidur go...would rather have sold Carlton Cole and re-instated Eidur in to the 3rd striker slot..

Hes a lovely elegant footballer, albet a tad on the lazy side from time to time.

6 years good service to CFC, he goes with my best wishes for the future.

Shammy

[shammy feen]

Check this out..My favourite Eidur goal of all time...and people say Fat Frank cant cross????;)

http://youtube.com/watch?v=7-_Y7ueKISo&search=eidur

[shammy feen]

Eidurs image consultant...

http://youtube.com/watch?v=wPhCQPv0Teo&search=eidur

[shammy feen]

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Cannavaro, 32, has apparently agreed to a three year deal with the Premiership Champions but will finalise the details once Italy have completed their World Cup journey.

[Sound]

Shammy, as an aside, having seen Frank and Stevie Me playing together- and I use the word advisedly. Do you think Jose could have made it work at Chelsea?

[shammy feen]

Chelsea are being linked with swoops for Alessandro Nesta and Fabio Cannavaro as Jose Mourinho looks to bolster his defence.
The rumour mill in the Italian press has gone into overdrive as Mourinho bids to strengthen his back-line and international team-mates Nesta and Cannavaro have been mentioned as possibilities.

AC Milan star Nesta was the first player to be linked with a move to Chelsea with William Gallas tipped to move in the other direction as part of the deal.

The 30-year-old would also cost in the region of £12.5million. Cannavaro is also a possibility with reports in Italy claiming Juventus have agreed a £15million deal with the Blues.

[shammy feen]

Shammy, as an aside, having seen Frank and Stevie Me playing together- and I use the word advisedly. Do you think Jose could have made it work at Chelsea?

To be quite honest I dont know...it is possible that they would play better in a Chelsea team with Makalele behind them to offset any defensive mistakes...it would have ment José changing formation though...

However they dont appear to have a ntural understanding that you need in a good partnership...Lampar d hasnt played well for 6 months...and Stevie G, while the best player in the premiership last season does go missing at times in the England team...

[jungle]

To be quite honest I dont know...it is possible that they would play better in a Chelsea team with Makalele behind them to offset any defensive mistakes...it would have ment José changing formation though...

Exactly.

The only way I could see it working is as central attacking players in a 3-5-2 formation (using a sort of M in the middle). I could never see Jose moving to a formation like that. He might try to accommodate them in a 4-5-1, but that would have trouble penetrating opposing defences.

[STEVIEG]

New Hamburg signing Vincent Kompany has explained why he rejected Chelsea, claiming the Premiership champions are 'a factory'.

Chelsea had been long-term admirers of the Belgium international and had made a concerted effort to sign the defender.

Kompany settled his future last month by joining Hamburg in a £5 million deal from Anderlecht and he is delighted with his choice.

Though he has not ruled out joining The Blues later in his career, Kompany feels the current regime made it easy for him to reject a switch to Stamford Bridge.

"Chelsea came in for me a year-and-a-half ago, but I refused, although I could have doubled what I had at Anderlecht," said Kompany.

"But I am not crazy, I saw enough examples of others.

"Chelsea are a factory. I do not doubt my qualities to make it at Chelsea, it is possible to still go there later.

"But I would rather never go to Chelsea, than go at a bad moment."

A string of leading European clubs, such as Manchester United, Arsenal, Barcelona and Real Madrid, have held an interest in the young stopper.

Kompany confirmed the list of his admirers, but outlined the reasons why he joined Hamburg, who are aiming to displace Bayern Munich as Bundesliga champions.

He added: "This club has drive. The infrastructure is almost futuristic. I thought the gym at Anderlecht stuck out, but it is nothing compared to what they have here.

"And look at the players. They are young and quick - Wicky, Boulahrouz, Mahdavikia - this team is young and ambitious.

"I have taken this decision concerning my future and no one else. People wanted to push me in all kinds of directions - to Chelsea, Manchester United, Barcelona, Real Madrid.

"But I wanted, especially, a championship in which I could take a large step forward. On a sport and financial level Hamburg, for me, was the most interesting."

Kompany also hit out at Lyon for the way the French champions conducted their interest and he feels moving to Stade Gerland would have been a mistake.

"It was a question of philosophy. A club which has been champions five times in a row stands, for me, on a decreasing, rather than rising, line.

"The players who are there have become used to being champions.

"I also felt a certain arrogance in the conversations with Lyon. The small Vincent from small Belgium who had to be content that he could come to play at Lyon.

"That also became clear from the financial proposal."

[shammy feen]

Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich is ready to offer a staggering $70 million for AC Milan midfield ace Kaka.

[Sound]

Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich is ready to offer a staggering $70 million for AC Milan midfield ace Kaka.

Going for the 3-6-1 formation?

[shammy feen]

Going for the 3-6-1 formation?

heh heh heh...sounded like a load of crap to me too....

[KolaKubes]

I have discovered the mere mention of Roman Abramovich brings out homicidal thoughts.

I will have to speak to my shrink about it.

[homer jay]

I have discovered the mere mention of Roman Abramovich brings out homicidal thoughts.

I will have to speak to my shrink about it.

well your prayers may be answered...

Exiled Russian tycoon Boris Berezovsky, who currently lives in London, has threatened to seize Chelsea Football Club if he wins $7.5 billion in a legal battle against the club’s owner, another Russian tycoon and regional governor Roman Abramovich.

Berezovsky was quoted by The Independent as saying that he would accept Chelsea as part payment of damages if his planned UK lawsuit against his former business associate is successful. He added he is a fan of the club. “Roman Abramovich has a lot of assets abroad,” Berezovsky said. “He has Millhouse Capital, Chelsea club ... I am a fan of Chelsea. I will not insist. But if he has no other way to compensate me, it will be Chelsea.”

The fugitive oligarch said Abramovich pressured him to sell his stakes in Russia’s ORT television company (currently First Channel) and in the Sibneft oil company and the Rusal aluminium company, for a fraction of the real value. Berezovsky blamed Abramovich of having acted on the orders of Russian President Vladimir Putin. Berezovsky acquired the disputed shares at bargain prices after the companies were privatised in the 1990s. Abramovich’s spokesman declined to comment.

The lawsuit against Abramovich could be filed in September.

http://www.mosnews.com/news/2005/07/11/berezovskychelsea.sh tml

i dunno how reliable that website is, so perhaps you should take it with a grain of salt.

[jungle]

Today's rumour is Zambrotta.

I'd regard this one as more likely than Cannavaro or Nesta because full back is still one of our weaknesses.

[shammy feen]

Today's rumour is Zambrotta.

I'd regard this one as more likely than Cannavaro or Nesta because full back is still one of our weaknesses.

I'd love to see Zambrotta at the bridge...would beat the hell out of Carlos anyway...

[Langer Dan]

Zambrotta is off to Milan apparently and Whats the story with Chelsea trying to sign every full back in europe?

[jungle]

Zambrotta is off to Milan apparently and Whats the story with Chelsea trying to sign every full back in europe?
If we sign every full back, we're bound to get the best one.

All others can be sent on loan to Fulham who will put out a team consisting of nothing but full backs.

[ho chi feen]

If we sign every full back, we're bound to get the best one.

All others can be sent on loan to Fulham who will put out a team consisting of nothing but full backs.

Who will then proceed to beat you.

Heh heh heh

[STEVIEG]

http://home.skysports.com/list.asp?hlid=407143&CPID=8&clid=8&lid=2&title=Gallas+no-show+angers+Blues

[jungle]

http://home.skysports.com/list.asp?hlid=407143&CPID=8&clid=8&lid=2&title=Gallas+no-show+angers+Blues
Yet another person to add to the list of those who log on to the site from work...

Or is it pre-recorded?

[STEVIEG]

Yet another person to add to the list of those who log on to the site from work...

Or is it pre-recorded?


Nah i was there, i dip in and out but rarely post at work

[STEVIEG]

Not transfer news but i couldn't be arsed starting a new thread

He really hates Chelsea's owners




http://home.skysports.com/list.asp?hlid=407256&CPID=10&clid=2&lid=2&title=Bates+reports+ former+club+Chelsea

[Forsberg]

http://home.skysports.com/list.asp?HLID=407392&CPID=21&title=Inter+confirm+ Crespo+interest&lid=&channel=Football_Hom e&f=rss&clid=127

serie A giants Internazionale have for the first time declared an interest in Chelsea striker Hernan Crespo.

Crespo has made no secret of his desire to return to Italy, but remains with the Premiership champions.

The Argentina international enjoyed a successful spell on loan with Milan in the 2004/05 season and his exploits clearly left an imprint on their neighbours Inter.

Chelsea have stated Crespo can leave for the right price and now Inter could be mulling over adding another player to their squad following the capture of Juventus' Patrick Vieira.

"At this time I can't say anything," said Inter director Branca. "However, there is still plenty of time left in the market and there is also Hernan Crespo."

Meanwhile, The Blues are sweating over Arjen Robben's fitness after he hobbled out of pre-season training with an ankle injury.

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho does not believe the Dutch ace sustained a serious knock, but he is unhappy the winger sustained the blow.

"We are not happy with it - but it doesn't look much," said Mourinho.

Mourinho will be keeping his fingers crossed that Robben has not damaged ligaments with the club lacking cover following Damien Duff's switch to Newcastle

[STEVIEG]

Crespo just signed for them (Inter)

[xvis]

Crespo just signed for them (Inter)

this is good news for bad referee's assistants.

"The 31-year-old has moved on a free transfer, but Chelsea have the option to take him back to Stamford Bridge after a season.

However, the departure of Crespo leaves Didier Drogba and Shevchenko as the only front-line strikers at Chelsea, which might lead manager Jose Mourinho into another foray into the transfer market."

..or perhaps Lampard can start a new career as a striker, once he recalibrates his shooting boots.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport1/hi/football/teams/c/chelsea/5252788.stm

[STEVIEG]

Presume a bid for Tevez/Torres is in the blender

[xvis]

Presume a bid for Tevez/Torres is in the blender

depends if either of those guys are satisfied with being a secondary striker for the sake of mountains upon mountains of cash.

..Tevez would certainly see it as better than his present situation

[STEVIEG]

depends if either of those guys are satisfied with being a secondary striker for the sake of mountains upon mountains of cash.

..Tevez would certainly see it as better than his present situation


Yup

[Philby]

The 31-year-old has moved on a free transfer, but Chelsea have the option to take him back to Stamford Bridge after a season.



This sounds very very odd. If Chelsea indeed have the option to take him back after 1 year then

1. He must only be signing a 1 year deal at Inter &
2. He'd surely have to re-sign a new deal at Chelsea should he return.

I think it's far more likely that he has gone on a season long loan with a view to making a spectacular, mutu-esque loss on the £16.8m man when his contract runs out next summer.

Chelsea to break even by 2009/10?? Well maybe, but only if they make sure that they get all of these awful mistakes out of the way first.

[STEVIEG]

http://home.skysports.com/list.asp?hlid=408311&CPID=8&clid=8&lid=4161&title=Crespo+signs+f or+Inter

[Philby]

What exactly was Fat Frank up to in the states?

http://img50.imageshack.us/img50/9193/lampardssummerjobrl0 .jpg

[storysham]

What exactly was Fat Frank up to in the states?

http://img50.imageshack.us/img50/9193/lampardssummerjobrl0 .jpg

that looks shopped.

[shammy feen]

Mourinho wants Valencia striker (http://thesoccerblog.org/la-liga/mourinho-wants-valencia-striker/)

Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho is chasing Valencia ace David Villa - as a direct replacement for Andriy Shevchenko.

The Sun says Mourinho has run out of patience with Sheva and will try to land £22m Valencia ace Villa in the January transfer window.



Mourinho has had Villa watched 10 TIMES this season. A source at the Spanish club said: “We’ve got to know Chelsea scout Juan Sol well as he has been to Valencia regularly to watch David Villa.
“But Chelsea have already been warned we don’t want to sell.”
Mourinho knows he has to act now after Shevchenko’s inept display in the 1-1 draw at Manchester United on Saturday.
Chelsea chief scout Frank Arnesen saw Villa in Champions League action last week, accompanied by the club’s Spanish scout, Sol.
Villa, 25 this Saturday, would be ineligible for Chelsea’s Champions League campaign.
But Mourinho is still desperate to land him to take the pressure off Didier Drogba and boost the club’s chances of landing a hat-trick of Premiership titles.
He tried to sign Villa last summer - but Valencia rejected a £15m offer.
The Valencia hero exploded out of nowhere last season to bag 25 goals in 35 La Liga appearances.
Villa - nicknamed El Guaje ‘The Kid’ - is now one of the most feared strikers in European football.

[Actin The Sham]

Villa - nicknamed El Guaje ‘The Kid’ - is now one of the most feared strikers in European football.

Yeah, right: my mate Nimic is shittin himself over him, and so is Rio


:)

[STEVIEG]

Interesting thoughts by Sheva

http://news.bbc.co.uk/sport2/hi/football/teams/c/chelsea/6216638.stm

[boshea]

What exactly was Fat Frank up to in the states?

http://img50.imageshack.us/img50/9193/lampardssummerjobrl0 .jpg


Wasn't the one on the bottom right in that band Six?...and from Cobh?