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Fernandinho
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Manchester City "nearly there" on transfer of Brazil midfielder Fernandinho. #MCFC #SHAKHTAR #MUFC #CFC #BRA
Manchester City are working on a deal to bring Brazil international Fernandinho to the Premier League. The move is part of director of football Txiki Begiristain's strategy to reshape his new club's squad around a core of five or six elite players capable of recovering the English title and competing seriously for the Champions League.
According to a well-placed source, the transfer is “nearly there”. Contacted on Tuesday night, Fernandinho said he would not comment on the proposed move to City.
Regarded within the game as one of the most complete midfielders in Europe football, Fernandinho has been central to Shakhtar Donetsk's strong Champions League performances in recent seasons. Brought to the Ukraine from Atletico Paranaense in 2005 as part of Shakhtar's policy of recruiting some of the best young Brazilian talent, a more general appreciation of his quality has been hampered by spending eight seasons Eastern Europe
In 2011, Chelsea attempted to sign Fernandinho on the recommendation of then-manager Andre Villas-Boas. Last summer Shakhtar's billionaire owner Rinat Akhmetov quoted another Premier League club a price of €50million for his most valued player, then proceeded to offer the Brazilian an improved contract worth a minimum of €4m a year after-tax.
That Fernandinho elected not to extend his deal beyond 2016 reflects the midfielder's desire to move to one of Europe's grander leagues and his aim of establishing himself in Brazil's national team. The 27-year-old has made just five Selecao appearances and has so far been ignored by Luiz Felipe Scolari, the coach charged with reinvigorating the host team for next summer's World Cup.
“I've always had that desire,” said Fernandinho in an interview earlier this year. “I cannot say that I am never going to leave Shakhtar. If an offer arrives that is good for me and the club, I'll sit down and talk with the director and we will try to reach an agreement so I can try to broaden my career in Europe. The goal remains - to play in the Confederations Cup and the World Cup.”
At City, he would allow Yaya Toure – recently granted a lucrative contract extension by the club's new executive team – to take on a more attacking role. Begiristain and chief executive Ferran Soriano are prepared to sell Gareth Barry and have not been greatly impressed by the contribution of Javi Garcia, an August deadline-day signing from Benfica
Manchester City "nearly there" on transfer of Brazil midfielder Fernandinho. #MCFC #SHAKHTAR #MUFC #CFC #BRA
Manchester City are working on a deal to bring Brazil international Fernandinho to the Premier League. The move is part of director of football Txiki Begiristain's strategy to reshape his new club's squad around a core of five or six elite players capable of recovering the English title and competing seriously for the Champions League.
According to a well-placed source, the transfer is “nearly there”. Contacted on Tuesday night, Fernandinho said he would not comment on the proposed move to City.
Regarded within the game as one of the most complete midfielders in Europe football, Fernandinho has been central to Shakhtar Donetsk's strong Champions League performances in recent seasons. Brought to the Ukraine from Atletico Paranaense in 2005 as part of Shakhtar's policy of recruiting some of the best young Brazilian talent, a more general appreciation of his quality has been hampered by spending eight seasons Eastern Europe
In 2011, Chelsea attempted to sign Fernandinho on the recommendation of then-manager Andre Villas-Boas. Last summer Shakhtar's billionaire owner Rinat Akhmetov quoted another Premier League club a price of €50million for his most valued player, then proceeded to offer the Brazilian an improved contract worth a minimum of €4m a year after-tax.
That Fernandinho elected not to extend his deal beyond 2016 reflects the midfielder's desire to move to one of Europe's grander leagues and his aim of establishing himself in Brazil's national team. The 27-year-old has made just five Selecao appearances and has so far been ignored by Luiz Felipe Scolari, the coach charged with reinvigorating the host team for next summer's World Cup.
“I've always had that desire,” said Fernandinho in an interview earlier this year. “I cannot say that I am never going to leave Shakhtar. If an offer arrives that is good for me and the club, I'll sit down and talk with the director and we will try to reach an agreement so I can try to broaden my career in Europe. The goal remains - to play in the Confederations Cup and the World Cup.”
At City, he would allow Yaya Toure – recently granted a lucrative contract extension by the club's new executive team – to take on a more attacking role. Begiristain and chief executive Ferran Soriano are prepared to sell Gareth Barry and have not been greatly impressed by the contribution of Javi Garcia, an August deadline-day signing from Benfica
Pigeonho
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A good start to what I hope is a summer of eye-popping business, the complete opposite to last summer. I hope Tolmie is alluding to Bale with his 'left winger' description, too.
The sun is shining, patio open and City are commencing business. It's all good.
The sun is shining, patio open and City are commencing business. It's all good.
George Hannah
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He's been in a Russian deep freezer for 5 years - thaw him out properly and we'll have a 23 year oldClaytop said:Turns 28 in a few days, how many years do you reckon he has in him at the top level?
tolmie's hairdoo
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alky313 said:tolmie's hairdoo said:Brazilians are like Duracell bunnies, so his age won't be a factor whatsoever.
This guy is fecking brilliant and does all the right stuff.
A little concerned he predominantly drives through the right side of midfield, same as Yaya, and it is Barry's side which needs replacing.
This is where I see our new left winger being someone who can run all day, score goals and also not be scared to stick his foot in.
Any word on Bale?
Much as I would love it, mate, I think Madrid have the boy completely boxed off at present.
I have been told to expect a major surprise from left field, but would wager that would be more akin to a Neymar or Reus, than Bale.
Were you aware of this transfer?tolmie's hairdoo said:Brazilians are like Duracell bunnies, so his age won't be a factor whatsoever.
This guy is fecking brilliant and does all the right stuff.
A little concerned he predominantly drives through the right side of midfield, same as Yaya, and it is Barry's side which needs replacing.
Maybe this is the end of Yaya playing as a holding midfielder for us.
citytill1die84
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tolmie's hairdoo said:alky313 said:tolmie's hairdoo said:Brazilians are like Duracell bunnies, so his age won't be a factor whatsoever.
This guy is fecking brilliant and does all the right stuff.
A little concerned he predominantly drives through the right side of midfield, same as Yaya, and it is Barry's side which needs replacing.
This is where I see our new left winger being someone who can run all day, score goals and also not be scared to stick his foot in.
Any word on Bale?
Much as I would love it, mate, I think Madrid have the boy completely boxed off at present.
I have been told to expect a major surprise from left field, but would wager that would be more akin to a Neymar or Reus, than Bale.
Neymar really? You think we can beat Barcelona to Neymar?
tolmie's hairdoo
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Edwaardz said:Were you aware of this transfer?tolmie's hairdoo said:Brazilians are like Duracell bunnies, so his age won't be a factor whatsoever.
This guy is fecking brilliant and does all the right stuff.
A little concerned he predominantly drives through the right side of midfield, same as Yaya, and it is Barry's side which needs replacing.
Maybe this is the end of Yaya playing as a holding midfielder for us.
Nope, not a dickie.
Only thing I heard was the enquiry in January from both us and United in the lad.
One thing which can't be overlooked is what we could be getting.
This lad has been overlooked by Brazil because of where he plays.
Going into a World Cup, every Brazilian is going to find an extra ten per cent to play in their homeland next year.
tolmie's hairdoo said:alky313 said:tolmie's hairdoo said:Brazilians are like Duracell bunnies, so his age won't be a factor whatsoever.
This guy is fecking brilliant and does all the right stuff.
A little concerned he predominantly drives through the right side of midfield, same as Yaya, and it is Barry's side which needs replacing.
This is where I see our new left winger being someone who can run all day, score goals and also not be scared to stick his foot in.
Any word on Bale?
Much as I would love it, mate, I think Madrid have the boy completely boxed off at present.
I have been told to expect a major surprise from left field, but would wager that would be more akin to a Neymar or Reus, than Bale.
Can't see Neymar or Reus coming be more like Isco
tolmie's hairdoo
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citytill1die84 said:tolmie's hairdoo said:alky313 said:Any word on Bale?
Much as I would love it, mate, I think Madrid have the boy completely boxed off at present.
I have been told to expect a major surprise from left field, but would wager that would be more akin to a Neymar or Reus, than Bale.
Neymar really? You think we can beat Barcelona to Neymar?
We've had a bloody good go already, much to Barca's annoyance. Not sure even Txiki can balance it back in our favour.
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