Winter Mercato 2011

The chair, training cone and water bottle placed on the goal line to block shots

One of them should be a beach ball

Not sure already posted but this is interesting about our co-owned Astrori ...the next nesta

http://www.football-italia.net/scouting/astori.html

Originally Posted by mrki

Brasiliero, I've heard there is a defender called Rodrigo Ely, a brasilian, who's manager is Raiola ( and Raiola is one of the best scouts in the world ). Somesay he is a great potential. He is now at Milan primavera but has some problems getting the italian passoprt or something. Do you know anything about him? When at such age and coming from Brasil, Raiola is your agent, then you're worth something.

I don't know, mrki... Never heard of this boy. Imo it's strange a Brazilian club let a pearl get out for nothing. The majority of the young guys leave Brazil so young(without a proper payment), don't turn into great players. I hope this Rodrigo Ely becomes a great player for us, but the odds aren't good...

Also, have you seen Hernanes in LAzio? I've seen him vs Viola! The man plays such beautifull, beautifull football its simply joy to watch! He played behind 2 CF's, and did very well. He has room for improvement for sure, as soon as he makes the team his own. Hut the passing, DRIBBLING, phisical power, its all there. And he moves very well and smart, unlike Pirlo, Seedorf etc.

Yep, I'm glad you saw him and I agree with you. Hernanes game is a joy to watch!

Like I wrote here years ago, very small chance Hernanes turn into a flop in Europe(talent, personality, used to pressure, hard-worker...) or not adapt to Serie A. Btw, this Serie A thing is really overrated if you do your homework, and not only look for the talent of the player... and keep in mind he's playing out of position at Lazio(behind the CF).

Plus, how many times Leo asked for him to Berlusconi? I'm sure Lazio right now don't think 13/15 millions is too much for a player coming from Brazilian league.

Neymar, Pato, Ganso, Robinho, Hernanes, Jucilei, Ramires, Coutinho, Lucas... Brasil is getting ready for the WC?

The base is being shaped:
GK is undecided right now
RB: D. Alves, Maicon, Rafael...
LB:Marcelo, A. Santos, Fabio, Dodô...
Cb's: Alex, T. Silva, David Luiz, Mario Fernandes, R. Toloi, Sidnei...
DM/MD: Jucilei, Ramires, Sandro, Hernanes, Arouca, Lucas, Elias...
AMD: Ganso, Giuliano, Coutinho and there's a promising 17yo starting to shine in São Paulo first team at Brasileirão, called Lucas.
FW: Pato, Robinho, Neymar, Nilmar, Andre, Marquinhos(Inter). We lacked a big CF here, but I hope the Leandro Damião guy at Inter develop into this player.

I hope Mano don't pull a Dunga. He needs to keep the list opened, because I have no doubt some amazing talents will show up until 2014.

I almost feel like I must send a PM to Brasileiro. You are making him start a post with 'ABOUT BRAZILIANS PLAYERS so, the ones don like it, don't waste your time.'

Like it or not we have good relations and good contacts in the Brazilian market, yes more Italians would be nice but first and foremost we must buy players that can and will help our team.

Originally Posted by Reza

I almost feel like I must send a PM to Brasileiro. You are making him start a post with 'ABOUT BRAZILIANS PLAYERS so, the ones don like it, don't waste your time.'

Like it or not we have good relations and good contacts in the Brazilian market, yes more Italians would be nice but first and foremost we must buy players that can and will help our team.

There's one thing that bothers me about a part(small) of our fan base, is the way some people want to appear more Italian than the real Italians.

Any one with a open mind knows we always keep a core of Italian players. When I became a fan of Milan, it was Italian/Dutch mix and I had no problem with that.

Funny the Italians I talk here in Brazil, have the same way to see the things like you, Reza. They want to keep a core of Italians, but not at expense of a strong team. Thats why imo, our management spent tons of money in our youth squads this season. Like in England, the price of a Italian players is ridiculous. And the great ones aren't on the market.

But don't need to send me a PM, I will keep answering about Brazilians here(if asked), or talking about players we are linked even if it bothers the wannabe

I want a new coach in the winter mercato.

Originally Posted by Brasileiro

But don't need to send me a PM, I will keep answering about Brazilians here(if asked), or talking about players we are linked even if it bothers the wannabe

How's about Alessandra Ambrosio

Thank for your works, mate

Originally Posted by OCmilano

I want a new coach in the winter mercato.

Well, not that there are many quality coaches available now mate. I shudder at the thought of having Lippi (the only experienced coach available that I can recall) at our club because that means we'll be seeing Pirlo+Rino partnership in midfield until God knows when.

Originally Posted by Aficio

How's about Alessandra Ambrosio

Thank for your works, mate

She's amazing

But I can show you some places here where you can find 100 like(and better) than her. Thats a "product" Brazil has in abundance...

BTW, promise of a great game at 22:00hs(Brazil's time):
#6 Santos X #1Corinthians.
Neymar, Arouca, Para vs Jucilei, Elias, Bruno Cesar...

The hour is hard for most of you guys, but the game has all the tools to be a great one.

Originally Posted by Brasileiro

She's amazing

But I can show you some places here where you can find 100 like(and better) than her. Thats a "product" Brazil has in abundance...

Name the place, I am jumping on the next flight

Originally Posted by Reza

Name the place, I am jumping on the next flight

A bit curious about this place myself to be honost.

Please no PMs guys, sharing is caring and that place we are all curious about... Brazilians are just off the charts... football-wise ofcourse

Originally Posted by OCmilano

I want a new coach in the winter mercato.

I second that...... this guy's awful...

I am not a big fan of Brazillian players, I prefer Dutch, Argentinian and German players.