Season 2004/2005 (transfers/rumours/news)

i dont think we should risk it when u have better players like pizzaro on the market... by the way quaresma now play for porto.. he joined them this season in a deal which saw deco go the other way.. porto got some money as well offcourse

Viana had some good games for Newcastle, but as previously said, he didn't take to it to well and didn't perform near his best. I've seen him play a couple of times for Sporting Lisbon and he was good, some nice touches, good skill, etc,etc. Although he could play more central midfield, he's still mainly a wide left winger, like Quaresma and Ronaldo (although they do swap sides). So if anything, he might be seen as a replacement/alternative to Serginho rather than any of our other midfielders. Someone to offer width, pace when/if we need it. Rui could help him overcome his home-sickness, but i would still rather see us go for Esposito.

i dont think we need any of them... i think we should get jankulovski, gilardino and pizarro

Milan Tracking The 'Next Maldini'
3/27/2005 8:43:00 PM
AC Milan are reportedly eyeing who many consider to be the great Paolo Maldini’s heir, Marco Motta.
The Serie A champs are thinking of already siging the young Atalanta prospect this July, but might end up waiting another year before snapping up his services.

The more they wait, the more the Rossoneri will probably have to fight off the challenge of other suitors, but they are pretty confident the player is already in their hands given the great relationship they have with the Atalanta management.

Motta greatly impressed in Friday night’s match that pitched off the Italian Under 21 team against their Scottish counterparts.
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Anybody know anything about this kid, Bonera was supposed to be the new Baresi too

i want robinho

Milan's greatest strength in my opinion has been the continuity of the team.

I have always thought that Inter's greatest problem has been the 6,7 or even eight new players they have to try and intergrate into the side.

I also think that you do need to change personnel every year to keep it fresh.

We do have several 'golden oldies' in the side and made need a few younger legs bringing into the club.

Obviously we are going to try and get Crespo to stay, but Moriniho may get his own way!!

Gilardino looks like a done deal so the forwards are well taken care of.

Tommason would go for me as I dont think he is Milan class,

I would like us to perhaps try to get these players who I think match the profile and add some vitality where we need it.

Defence - Chivu (Roma)

Midfield - Van Der Vaart (Ajax), Essien (Lyon), Ze Roberto (Bayern Munich)

I also think that if Steven Gerrard decides to leave Liverpool (I'm praying he doesn't) then a team of Milan's stature must be trying to get his signature!!!

Remember Barbosa, that young GK from Banfield, Argentina? Well, it looks like Inter watched him during his team latest games and were, somewhat, impressed. But Barbosa's agent doesnt want him to go there because there are too many argentineans (Dont know why this is a negative aspect, really) and he would rather see Barbosa signing with Juventus or Milan.

Maybe van Der Meyde???

Originally Posted by mk18

i dont think we need any of them... i think we should get jankulovski, gilardino and pizarro

IMO we need theese 3 players +Solari!

First of all: Grant, welcome to the forum! Hope you enjoy it here Your first posts have been great, so keep up the good work.

On your post: I agree with you that part of Inter's problem is lack of squad consistancy (and coach consistancy). Squad size is another one. Milan's strength is like Juve, consistancy and team spirit.

Winning teams do not need a revolution in the changing room every year, they need an evolution. I believe Milan will buy one player for each department this summer; a GK (Abbiati replacemtent), a defender (Jankulowski), a midfielder (Pirlo back-up) and a striker (Gilardino?). I am not sure Milan will get both Gilardino and Crespo, but if we do, then I agree that JDT is on his way out.

I think we will buy a Goalkeeper, left-back, right-back, 1 or 2 midfielders of varying skill and 2 strikers.

I think the right-back is the most difficult to call. We definately need another one to (a) help out Cafu and (b) replace Simic. Simic has been good for us, but i don't think he offers what we need now, which is a shame as he doesn't moan about not playing that often. So here's a list, Mesto, Cassetti, Oddo, Bonera ... who do you pick ? It's a tough tough call, all have their qualities. Bonera is solid, but i don't think attacking enough, would probably make a much better CB. Oddo is almost identical to Cafu but he's 30 already, the other 2 don't have the experience.

It's exciting to imagine, roll on the summer

I think when Cafu leaves we should get Mancini from Roma, he has already replaced him in the Roma team and will do so in the Brazil side. Lets face it neither are known for their defencive qualities. Cafu is better in this respect, but Mancini is young and has plenty of time to improve.

A major contribution from Cafu is is his running and the options he provides on the right. Pirlo can always rely on him to be on the right wing in counter attacks. The likes of Bonera would be a disaster. With Mancini his crossing and shooting are better than Cafu, while Cafu is better at defending.

Originally Posted by K77SH C

I think when Cafu leaves we should get Mancini from Roma, he has already replaced him in the Roma team and will do so in the Brazil side. Lets face it neither are known for their defencive qualities. Cafu is better in this respect, but Mancini is young and has plenty of time to improve.

well i also thought he would be a great replacement but in an italian forum a milanista posted it and all the roman fans said he is horrible as right back.

Yeah, but the Romans dont have gatusso covering him when he goes forward. Roma's team is all about the front 3 and the DM tackleing and spraying the ball around. While Milan are heavily reliant on its fullbacks who are well covered by Seedorf and Gatusso. Ancelotti has proven him self to be a tactical genious, im sure he could accomadate Mancini.

Originally Posted by K77SH C

Yeah, but the Romans dont have gatusso covering him when he goes forward. Roma's team is all about the front 3 and the DM tackleing and spraying the ball around. While Milan are heavily reliant on its fullbacks who are well covered by Seedorf and Gatusso. Ancelotti has proven him self to be a tactical genious, im sure he could accomadate Mancini.

well that would be great. his offensive skills are impressive.