Summer mercato 2009

Originally Posted by fLame

the thing is, once you drive 100 km in the wrong direction, there is nothing that can be done, unless some of you invent a time machine.

b1tching on the whole 100km long way back - doesn't help anyone

Yes you are quite true about that.... Atleast there is some acknowledgemnt that MGT. screwed it up with a cheap GPS (old has-been players.).

Originally Posted by Saliwonczyk

I am "getting tired" of you always responding so agressively to people's posts as soon as their ideas conflct with your own. You seem to have a strong belief in our MGT., and that is fair enough.... It can't be denied though, that the majority of us have a feeling of doubt over MGT. recently, and that can hardly be blamed. Perhaps we can make a friendly bet? What do you believe MGT. is plotting behind the scenes (the purchase of Fabino doesn't count) that may be so great? If management can, by the start of the new season, solve our defensive problems and acquire a much needed winger, I will be prepared to praise your judgment. However, until that happens, I feel you should just accept others' reasonable thoughts. If you cannot feel critical after recent events involving Milan, than you are definently minority.....

No offence intended however.... We both feel passionate about Milan I am sure, but we just have different ideas on the team's progress..... By no means do I want this to begin some kind of fight on this forum.

I agree absolutely that the past few years we were basically stalled, and the CL win gave us a false sense of achievement that delayed the inevitable overhaul. We are obviously undertaking this change starting this summer.

What I am tired of is people assuming that the management will not do anything because nothing has happened yet. They are playing a game of chicken, are waiting to see which team is bluffing, and approaching the end of the market, whoever blinks first will sell their players. We're lining up as many options as possible now, and we will see by the end which would be of greatest value.

The best hint we have that this is what's happening is that we were in serious negotiations for Vidic. That should give you an idea that the management is serious about moving forward. They're not idiots. Just let them do their job and them judge them after its completed.

more bad news.... this player troubled Milan in the club world cup final.....

Report: Genoa & Palermo Tussle Over Boca Juniors Ace Rodrigo Palacio
The Rosanero are trying to pip Genoa to the signature of the want-away striker.
12 Jul 2009 11:42:59

Contrary to reports suggesting that Genoa were on the verge of completing the signing of hitman Rodrigo Palacio from Argentine club Boca Juniors, it has now emerged that Palermo have stepped to the head of the queue to secure his services.

According to Sky Sport 24, the Rosanero are continuing their shopping spree in South America after landing Huracan starlet Javier Pastore, and director of sport Walter Sabatini is in negotiations with Boca over Palacio, whose agent has insisted his client is finally ready to try his hand in Europe.

Palacio has been at Boca since 2005 and is tied to the club until 2010. He is reportedly valued at €4million and holds a Spanish passport, which will allow him to be registered as an EU-player.

Palermo completed the signing of Pastore yesterday for a reported fee of €6.5m, while Genoa have already bolstered their attack so far with Argentine Hernan Crespo and Sergio Floccari, who made waves at Atalanta last term.

Vince Masiello, Goal.com

How is that bad news? They play Milan twice a year, but they also play Juve and Inter.

Originally Posted by brk

I agree absolutely that the past few years we were basically stalled, and the CL win gave us a false sense of achievement that delayed the inevitable overhaul. We are obviously undertaking this change starting this summer.

What I am tired of is people assuming that the management will not do anything because nothing has happened yet. They are playing a game of chicken, are waiting to see which team is bluffing, and approaching the end of the market, whoever blinks first will sell their players. We're lining up as many options as possible now, and we will see by the end which would be of greatest value.

The best hint we have that this is what's happening is that we were in serious negotiations for Vidic. That should give you an idea that the management is serious about moving forward. They're not idiots. Just let them do their job and them judge them after its completed.

Now you said it like that, I totally understand you. After all, how can they compete with teams like Madrid, who are currently scouring the market and thus inflating the general price of most players?

It's like you go to a foreign country, and a shop-owner, seeing that you are a tourist, doubles the price of his product.... Milan must be vigilant however, because deals are not struck in the space of a week. Times is running out...

By the way, sorry if I offended you in anyway

Sunderland Chase £7 Million Philippe Senderos - Report
The Swiss defender looks to be headed north, according to a report in a British tabloid.
12 Jul 2009 11:18:22


Sunderland are reportedly ready to make a move for Arsenal defender Philippe Senderos, according to the Sunday People.

The British tabloid claims that manager Steve Bruce will offer the Gunners £7 million for the Swiss international as he seeks to strengthen his squad this summer.

The Black Cats had been in the hunt to sign Richard Dunne from Manchester City but after he reportedly rejected a move to the Stadium of Light, they have now turned their attentions to Senderos.

The 24-year-old’s future in north London looks unclear, after he spent last season on loan in Italy with AC Milan.

However, the Serie A side declined to sign the player on a long term basis and he has now returned to the Emirates.

Yet despite having joined Arsenal in 2003, Senderos has failed to claim a regular place in the starting XI, and with Thomas Vermaelen having arrived from Ajax his chances of becoming a regular again look slim.

All of which appears to have alerted Sunderland who may face competition from his signature from the likes of Aston Villa, Fiorentina, Roma and Villarreal.

Gill Clark, Goal.com

Thank God we didn't waste our cash in buying this clown.... Hopefully, we chose not to buy him because his form wasn't great. if Galli was considering his purchase seriously, but was just scared away from his 7 million euro price tag......

Originally Posted by brk

How is that bad news? They play Milan twice a year, but they also play Juve and Inter.

yes mate, but considering we struggle against some lesser teams (Chievo, Palermo etc.)......

It's no good that they add further quality to thier squads and level the playing field more.

Sure, some may argue that clubs being closer in Serie A is good, compared that of the EPL. But, when it means that Milan's top four placing comes under more threat.....

Originally Posted by Saliwonczyk

yes mate, but considering we struggle against some lesser teams (Chievo, Palermo etc.)......

It's no good that they add further quality to thier squads and level the playing field more.

Well, a stronger Serie A is good for domestic championship and for raising our ranks in Europe.

Besides if the top 4 gets pressured hard by the other teams, they will be motivated to reinforce themselves as well.

Originally Posted by Saliwonczyk

Those who deny that that MGT. have failed this mercato are cheating themselves of the truth.... Still, there is 50 days left to wrap up Fabiano, sell Storari and Kalac and purchase a young keeper (hopefully able to challenge Abbiatti and Marchetti if he comes next season), and IF Berlu is willing to invest a small portion of his own fortune, perhaps buy a decent CB to seal up our defense.....
Not enough, but the absoloute bare minimum to be competing for a top three spot this season....

If the mercato ends like it is today, then yeah, bad transfer summer. But as you said, still a long way to go

Originally Posted by brk

I agree absolutely that the past few years we were basically stalled, and the CL win gave us a false sense of achievement that delayed the inevitable overhaul. We are obviously undertaking this change starting this summer.

What I am tired of is people assuming that the management will not do anything because nothing has happened yet. They are playing a game of chicken, are waiting to see which team is bluffing, and approaching the end of the market, whoever blinks first will sell their players. We're lining up as many options as possible now, and we will see by the end which would be of greatest value.

The best hint we have that this is what's happening is that we were in serious negotiations for Vidic. That should give you an idea that the management is serious about moving forward. They're not idiots. Just let them do their job and them judge them after its completed.

That report about Vidic was denied by the player himself, if I remember correctly.

Can anyone give me some transfernews PLEASE,like a english translation of the mission of Braida in Brazil on tuttomercato,i am in the car on my phone so i cant do it myself....THANX!!!!

http://www.tuttomercatoweb.com/juven...idnotizia=6737

Grosso, according to this, will be Juve player next week and Cissokho will be signed by Lyon for 12mln. Lets see what heppanes and in the end will Galliani miss a great young player or maybe not becouse of 3 mln. Lyon has 12mln deal done.

Braida is in Brasil for Hernanes, then we'll sell Pirlo to finance Hernanes deal.

thanx mrki for the update

According to AS, Huntelaar has rejected Stuttgart.

mrki Does The Word Positive Exists In Your Vocab!?