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Fabregas tempted by United
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Just three days after Arsene Wenger told the press that Cesc Fabregas was not for sale, Fabregas has indicated that he is tempted by a move to Old Trafford.
Fabregas, 22, has been at Arsenal for seven seasons since his signing from Barcelona in 2003. The Spaniard has played 166 games for Arsenal, scoring 16 times along the way.
He told reporters that he was split between loyalty and playing for a bigger club. "I cannot deny that I am interested in moving to Manchester United. They are a massive club, bigger than most in the world. We have not been playing too well, whereas they are playing superbly. I love Arsenal Football Club, and it would be very hard to leave, but I cannot rule out the possibility of a move."
Over the next few days it will become clear whether Manchester United are interested in the midfielder, and how much they would be willing to pay for him.
It may have to be a record breaking signing for Arsene Wenger to let Fabregas leave, but if Sir Alex Ferguson wants Fabregas, there will no doubt be enough funds to get him.
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Fabregas tempted by United
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Just three days after Arsene Wenger told the press that Cesc Fabregas was not for sale, Fabregas has indicated that he is tempted by a move to Old Trafford.
Fabregas, 22, has been at Arsenal for seven seasons since his signing from Barcelona in 2003. The Spaniard has played 166 games for Arsenal, scoring 16 times along the way.
He told reporters that he was split between loyalty and playing for a bigger club. "I cannot deny that I am interested in moving to Manchester United. They are a massive club, bigger than most in the world. We have not been playing too well, whereas they are playing superbly. I love Arsenal Football Club, and it would be very hard to leave, but I cannot rule out the possibility of a move."
Over the next few days it will become clear whether Manchester United are interested in the midfielder, and how much they would be willing to pay for him.
It may have to be a record breaking signing for Arsene Wenger to let Fabregas leave, but if Sir Alex Ferguson wants Fabregas, there will no doubt be enough funds to get him.
Dr. Pepper
Chairman of Selectors
This will definitely change everything. I think Wenger will be looking around for some more players now because when Fergie wants someone, he gets it. Whether he will pay £60 million is the question though. I'm not too sure about it. Wenger will definitely be looking to get as much as possible for him though.
m_vaughan
Chairman of Selectors
I have lost all respect for Cesc Fabregas. Go anywhere but there. Go to Milan, Madrid, Bayern!
shantanu_rooney
Chairman of Selectors
Wow come on Fabregas you could be much better at Man Utd. Any deal near buy 50m would be great but still feel is very much for Fabregas.
Great update Treva
Great update Treva
Jaztheman
Chairman of Selectors
I doubt Fabregas will go, Wenger will argue his case for him to stay and he will no doubt end up staying. Haven't commented in a while(I think) but have still been reading and it's great to see high quality updates everytime.
Keep it up, Jack.
Keep it up, Jack.
treva
ICC Chairman
---------------------------------- Vela 1 ------ Karan 10
--------------------------------Merida 46
--------------------------------Sagna 83
--------------------------------Sagna 86
EURO Vase 3rd Round, 2nd Leg --- 25 Jul 2009 --- KO 15:00 --- Ground: Emirates --- Att: 55,281
Arsenal make it through
Arsenal progress into the UEFA Cup
Last updated: 25th July 2009
Arsenal have made it through to the Second Qualifying Round of the UEFA Cup, after a 7-2 aggregate win over Galatasaray. Goals from Carlos Vela, Francisco Merida and Bakary Sagna gave the London club a comfortable win.
It was just a few seconds in before Carlos Vela gave Arsenal an early lead. A long ball out of defence by Felipe was picked up by Vela, who used his pace and control to knock it around the keeper and slot it into an open net.
Galatasaray pulled one back on ten minutes through Umit Karan. The Turkish striker managed to find space on the edge of the area, and with one touch to his right foot he drilled a low shot past Jens Lehmann.
There were no more goals until just past the hour mark. Good link up play between Cesc Fabregas and Eduardo gave Francisco Merida space to run into the heart of the penalty area and receive a through ball from Fabregas. Merida made no mistake with the finish, putting the ball through the keeper's legs.
In the last 10 minutes Bakary Sagna made sure of the victory, netting twice. Sagna's first came from a Fabregas corner, Sagna rising well to head the ball into the roof of the net. The second was also a header, this time from a free kick from 30 yards out.
The game had it's fair share of injuries, most notably Aliaksandr Hleb breaking his jaw after a flailing arm smashed into his face. Gilberto Silva also went off with a rib injury, although not serious.
Ak Orhan and Karadeniz Gokdeniz both picked up facial injuries in the second half.
The draw for the UEFA Cup Second Qualifying Round will take place on 31 July.
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m_vaughan
Chairman of Selectors
Fran Merida is a big prospect, and another of the youngsters stolen by Arsenal from Spain (albeit Barcelona). Good to see him score and another convincing display by Arsenal against a pretty decent opposition.
shantanu_rooney
Chairman of Selectors
Merida and Vela are great youngsters Arsenal have. Very surprised to see Sagna score not once but twice. Wow!! Easy win for the Gunners. Well shame Arsenal had to qualify for UEFA Cup instead of Champions league.
Dr. Pepper
Chairman of Selectors
That Merida looks really impressive. He looks like he has brilliant accuracy, Fabregas esque. Quite a convincing win for the Gunners as I expected. Sagna had a great game.
treva
ICC Chairman
Cheers guys 
Just to let you know, I will only be doing major transfers to get this thing really going. At the start of the season and then end of the transfer market I will post updated lists of all ins and outs.
Expect another few updates tonight
Just to let you know, I will only be doing major transfers to get this thing really going. At the start of the season and then end of the transfer market I will post updated lists of all ins and outs.
Expect another few updates tonight
m_vaughan
Chairman of Selectors
Fair enough. Most probably I'll see your updates tomorrow, as I'll be coming back home really late tonight, and most probably too drunk to even read.
treva
ICC Chairman
Aliadi?re returns to the Premiership
Published: 25/07/2009
J?r?mie Aliadi?re has made the move from Middlesbrough to Derby for ?6.25million. Aliadi?re had a fantastic season at the Riverside last season, but has decided to move his career forward and help UEFA Cup hopefuls Derby County.
The French striker has played all around Britain, but was yet to get his career going until he was signed by Middlesbrough in 2007. Last season Aliadi?re netted 21 goals in 39 matches, netting 15 in the Championship.
It seems Aliadi?re's big motive for moving was due to the fact that Middlesbrough were unable to gain promotion back to the Premier League. With Derby securing European football after their surprising League Cup victory over Newcastle last season.
Derby County manager Billy Davies told reporters that he was delighted to have Aliadi?re at the club, and that he felt he added much more depth to an already very strong strike force.
"J?r?mie is a quality player. He has pace, technique, awareness and great finishing abilities. Those are fantastic qualities to have as a striker. He was brilliant for Middlesbrough last season and we hope he can continue that sort of form for us. Our attack really is looking strong this season, and I really think we can hold our own in Europe."
Aliadi?re is also delighted at joining Derby, and hopes that he can help take the club to greater things. "I am very happy at the moment. I enjoyed my time at Middlesbrough and Gareth Southgate was a massive help. But now I need to move on, and Derby are a great club on the rise. I am looking forward to playing in Europe, something I've not done before. There are some great strikers at the club. Blas P?rez, Robert Earnshaw, Maxi L?pez. I look forward to challenging for places with them. I can't wait for the new season to start!"
Aliadi?re's ?6.25million move knocks the club's overall expenditure to ?15.25million after the signings of Wisbell Isea and Mark Wilson. Derby really are trying to build a solid base from which they can mount a charge for the top half this season.
Published: 25/07/2009
J?r?mie Aliadi?re has made the move from Middlesbrough to Derby for ?6.25million. Aliadi?re had a fantastic season at the Riverside last season, but has decided to move his career forward and help UEFA Cup hopefuls Derby County.
The French striker has played all around Britain, but was yet to get his career going until he was signed by Middlesbrough in 2007. Last season Aliadi?re netted 21 goals in 39 matches, netting 15 in the Championship.
It seems Aliadi?re's big motive for moving was due to the fact that Middlesbrough were unable to gain promotion back to the Premier League. With Derby securing European football after their surprising League Cup victory over Newcastle last season.
Derby County manager Billy Davies told reporters that he was delighted to have Aliadi?re at the club, and that he felt he added much more depth to an already very strong strike force.
"J?r?mie is a quality player. He has pace, technique, awareness and great finishing abilities. Those are fantastic qualities to have as a striker. He was brilliant for Middlesbrough last season and we hope he can continue that sort of form for us. Our attack really is looking strong this season, and I really think we can hold our own in Europe."
Aliadi?re is also delighted at joining Derby, and hopes that he can help take the club to greater things. "I am very happy at the moment. I enjoyed my time at Middlesbrough and Gareth Southgate was a massive help. But now I need to move on, and Derby are a great club on the rise. I am looking forward to playing in Europe, something I've not done before. There are some great strikers at the club. Blas P?rez, Robert Earnshaw, Maxi L?pez. I look forward to challenging for places with them. I can't wait for the new season to start!"
Aliadi?re's ?6.25million move knocks the club's overall expenditure to ?15.25million after the signings of Wisbell Isea and Mark Wilson. Derby really are trying to build a solid base from which they can mount a charge for the top half this season.
shantanu_rooney
Chairman of Selectors
Aliadiere 6.25m 
wow thats good price for Boro. He was good at Arsenal but inexperience and so he must have now got all the experience needed and thats why Derby have paid so much for him. Would be a good buy for the Derbyshire club.
Good update Treva.
wow thats good price for Boro. He was good at Arsenal but inexperience and so he must have now got all the experience needed and thats why Derby have paid so much for him. Would be a good buy for the Derbyshire club.Good update Treva.
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treva
ICC Chairman
Aliadiere 6.25m
Good update Treva.
Huh Shan? Derby bought him from Boro, not the other away around!
