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Milan close to signing Ibrahimovic and linked with Robinho

by Andreas Vassiliades on August 24, 2010

Gennaro Gattuso AC Milan 2010/11 Maxime Gonalons Olympique Lyonnais AC Milan V Olympique Lyonnais 01/08/10 The Emirates Cup 2010 Photo Robin Parker Fotosports International Photo via NewscomAC Milan have confirmed that they are in negotiations with Zlatan Ibrahimovic and there are also rumours suggesting the club is pursuing an interest in Robinho. Zlatan Ibrahimovic, formerly of Internazionale Milan, is available for a fee purported to be £25 million. Considering he cost, effectively, more than double that just twelve months ago indicates just what type of a good deal AC Milan believe they would be getting.

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Ibrahimovic Does Not Deserve All This Attention

by Philip Mboya on August 23, 2010

After stating categorically that Milan will not be spending any more on new players in this transfer window, Milan Vice President seems to have gone back on his word. The Rossoneri executive was quoted earlier this month as saying that the club will not be landing any new players unless, they offload some of their current players.

Now, for the first time, Galliani has broken his silence on the Ibrahimovic saga. Speaking to Sky Sports 24, Galliani was quoted as saying that they will try and sign Ibra, despite the obvious challenges.

“It will be very difficult to sign Ibrahimovic, but we will try.”

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Maicon To Stay With Inter Milan

by Philip Mboya on August 9, 2010

Inter Milan‘s Brazilian defender Maicon won’t be leaving the Nerazzurri after all. The 29 year old has been the subject of intense interest this summer after impressing towards the latter stages of last season and during the world cup.

Inter Milan president Massimo Moratti confirmed this while speaking to Italian daily Corrie Dello Sport. This is definitely good news for all Inter fans as Maicon was and still remains one of the club’s most lethal players. His attacking abilities sets him apart from many conventional defenders.

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Kaka Faces Another Lengthy Lay Off

by Philip Mboya on August 5, 2010

It seems like things are going from bad to worse for Real Madrid‘s Brazilian play maker Kaka as he is in danger of missing at least two months of the new season after a series of tests confirmed some damage to his meniscus cartilage.

It is not known when or how Kaka sustained this injury, however, it is almost certain to have  occurred during the World Cup. This raises grave concerns for both the CBF and Real Madrid. If the injury did occur during the World Cup, then Madrid will want to know why immediate action was not taken to rectify the problem.

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We Don’t Need You!

by Philip Mboya on August 2, 2010

Manchester City‘s Togolese striker Emmanuel Adebayor might be forced to leave Eastlands after only one season. With Balotelli and Robinho expected to be joining the Citizens this week and Carlos Tevez’s impending transfer hitting a snag, it is very likely that Ade will fall down the pecking order once the season starts.

City have also said that if a permanent deal can be arrived at with either AC Milan or Juventus, then they are willing to allow their 25 million Pound signing to leave this despite assurance from coach Roberto Mancini that he will play if he stays with City.

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Arsenal and Milan Draw In Emirates Cup

by Philip Mboya on July 31, 2010

After losing 2-0 to lowly Varese last week, AC Milan laboured to a 1-1 draw with Arsenal in the Emirates Cup earlier on Saturday. Arsenal fielded their two new signings Marouane  Chamakh and Lorient Kosceinly while Milan‘s squad was without a number of its star players including Ronaldinho, Pirlo and Ambrossini.

Today’s draw gives Milan coach Massimiliano Allegri his first positive result since he took over from Leonardo a month ago. Chamakh opened the scoring for the Gunners just before half time after Arshavin’s pin point pass left  Chamakh with an easy finish.

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Inter’s New Revelation

by Philip Mboya on July 28, 2010

There is no doubt that Mario Balotelli is a talented player and that Manchester city might be on the verge of signing a future star. However, his transfer from European champions Inter Milan seems to be taking a different direction every single day.

A deal with the EPL club has not been agreed on despite his agent stating that everything would be complete by Tuesday this week.  Inter president Massimo Moratti also revealed yesterday that his club has received a number of offers  for the 19 year old.

“Balotelli remains a great talent, but for us it’s almost an obligation to let him go,” Moratti told Sky in an interview.

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Ronaldinho’s Agent Rubbishes Transfer Rumours

by Philip Mboya on July 14, 2010

I never once believed that Ronaldinho would leave the San Siro so confirmation from his brother and agent Roberto de Assis  that the Milan star is staying put, has definitely put a smile back on my face. Yeah, i know your probably asking yourself why there is so much talk surrounding Dinho’s transfer and you might have even read my post here http://www.serieaticketsonline.com/ronaldinho-reaches-agreement-with-flamengo/ and are wondering why i am writing so much content on this one player.

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Serie A Bad Boy Balotelli Likely To Move To The EPL

by Philip Mboya on July 13, 2010

Inter Milan and Italy international Mario Balotelli will no longer wear the Nerazzurri’s famous blue and black strip next season if talks between his agent Mino Raiola and either of Manchester based clubs city or United bear fruit.

Super Mario has long been linked with a move away from Inter with many expecting him to join their fierce rivals Milan-the club he has adored and supported ever since his childhood, however, interest from City and United is set to turn this transfer into a battle of financial prowess as Raiola has stated that whichever club meets or surpasses Balotelli’s 40 million Euros asking price, will inevitably land the 19 year old’s signature.

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The Special One On Vacation In Mombasa

by Philip Mboya on July 6, 2010

For those of you who have never heard of Mombasa, let me give you a little background information on this ageless city. Mombasa is Kenya’s second largest city after the capital Nairobi and it is located in the Southern region of Kenya in the Coast Province along the sandy beaches of the Indian Ocean.

Mombasa is a famous tourist destination and it is not uncommon to hear about famous Hollywood stars, billionaires and top celebrities visiting the island city. However, i was taken aback when i heard that Jose Mourinho was in the country. Immediately my mind went into overdrive trying to devise ways that i could get to meet one of the game’s most successful coaches.

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