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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.
Pigeonho
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Tolmie, can you see us buying someone who will make us and pretty much the entire footballing community go, 'wow!'? Not talking about Neymar, as this is Barca we are competing with here and I can only see one winner when we're talking about us v them for a world star Brazilian, and of course there's no shame in missing out on a player to Barca.
johnmc
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tolmie's hairdoo said:We've had a bloody good go already, much to Barca's annoyance. Not sure even Txiki can balance it back in our favour.
Is Reus realistic? Given that Dortmund have lost Goetze and likely to lose Lewandowski? They are Champions League finalists but the way people are talking they won't have many of the current team left when the next season starts
George Hannah
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Transfermarket reckons he's a double footer - so maybe Yaya won't be tripping him up after alltolmie's hairdoo said: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.
<a class="postlink" href="http://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/en/fernandinho/profil/spieler_26267.html" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;">http://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/en/ferna ... 26267.html</a>
crystal_mais
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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.
Duracell Batteries (apart from Maicon)
If he plays right side - does that mean Milner maybe moving into the middle??
NipHolmes
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Why are we buying thsi great player. Marvin was telling me and others that Garcia would be a top player and one of our best players :/
Buzzing that we're pushing this through. Chelsea were bang in for him and I mean bollock deep. Apperently they are going to go for one of Khedira, Fellaini or Paulinho and that's 100% (so I'm told), we'll see in the summer.
This guy is a few levels aabove Barry and Garcia and I actually wonder if the performances of Barry dropped when he knew this lad was signing. His comment of 'theres been changes upstairs and we will have to see what happens' (to paraphrase) is starting to make me question things now. I wonder if his heads dropped seeing team-mates signing new deals and he's not been offered and he knows this lads been signed up. I reckon he will be offered a 3 year deal on 70k or something a week. I'd rather pay him it than Garcia I know that much.
As for Tolmies left winger comment, I would not put it past the club to finally get a Barca player. Pedro or most likely Sanchez?
Buzzing that we're pushing this through. Chelsea were bang in for him and I mean bollock deep. Apperently they are going to go for one of Khedira, Fellaini or Paulinho and that's 100% (so I'm told), we'll see in the summer.
This guy is a few levels aabove Barry and Garcia and I actually wonder if the performances of Barry dropped when he knew this lad was signing. His comment of 'theres been changes upstairs and we will have to see what happens' (to paraphrase) is starting to make me question things now. I wonder if his heads dropped seeing team-mates signing new deals and he's not been offered and he knows this lads been signed up. I reckon he will be offered a 3 year deal on 70k or something a week. I'd rather pay him it than Garcia I know that much.
As for Tolmies left winger comment, I would not put it past the club to finally get a Barca player. Pedro or most likely Sanchez?
NipHolmes said:Why are we buying thsi great player. Marvin was telling me and others that Garcia would be a top player and one of our best players :/
Buzzing that we're pushing this through. Chelsea were bang in for him and I mean bollock deep. Apperently they are going to go for one of Khedira, Fellaini or Paulinho and that's 100% (so I'm told), we'll see in the summer.
This guy is a few levels aabove Barry and Garcia and I actually wonder if the performances of Barry dropped when he knew this lad was signing. His comment of 'theres been changes upstairs and we will have to see what happens' (to paraphrase) is starting to make me question things now. I wonder if his heads dropped seeing team-mates signing new deals and he's not been offered and he knows this lads been signed up. I reckon he will be offered a 3 year deal on 70k or something a week. I'd rather pay him it than Garcia I know that much.
As for Tolmies left winger comment, I would not put it past the club to finally get a Barca player. Pedro or most likely Sanchez?
Pedro is an excellent player I'd love us to get him
NipHolmes said:Why are we buying thsi great player. Marvin was telling me and others that Garcia would be a top player and one of our best players :/
Buzzing that we're pushing this through. Chelsea were bang in for him and I mean bollock deep. Apperently they are going to go for one of Khedira, Fellaini or Paulinho and that's 100% (so I'm told), we'll see in the summer.
This guy is a few levels aabove Barry and Garcia and I actually wonder if the performances of Barry dropped when he knew this lad was signing. His comment of 'theres been changes upstairs and we will have to see what happens' (to paraphrase) is starting to make me question things now. I wonder if his heads dropped seeing team-mates signing new deals and he's not been offered and he knows this lads been signed up. I reckon he will be offered a 3 year deal on 70k or something a week. I'd rather pay him it than Garcia I know that much.
As for Tolmies left winger comment, I would not put it past the club to finally get a Barca player. Pedro or most likely Sanchez?
I wouldn't say Barry's performances have dipped, still very consistent and professional, i would look at it differently that perhaps he is playing for an extended contract
waspish 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.
Can't see Neymar or Reus coming be more like Isco
Bollocks...RICK HOLDEN IS BACK....HURRAH!<br /><br />-- Wed May 01, 2013 8:51 am --<br /><br />
George Hannah said: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?
He's not pack of Wall's Sausages, my man!
johnmc
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Pigeonho said:Tolmie, can you see us buying someone who will make us and pretty much the entire footballing community go, 'wow!'? Not talking about Neymar, as this is Barca we are competing with here and I can only see one winner when we're talking about us v them for a world star Brazilian, and of course there's no shame in missing out on a player to Barca.
How many of them are there about though Pidge. Messi, Neymar and Ronaldo are the worlds poster boys and the "wow" buys. Iniesta too. But not realistic. Bale is possibly one that 99% would be ecstatic about, Cavani another but are they "wow"? They are close I suppose. After that Ibra would devide opinion, Falcao possibly.
Theres probably less than 5 playes that could be acheiveable (Not Messi etc) that would really be in that bracket
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