Im an Oasis fan and have been following Noel for a while (his interviews and talk show appearances), and I can safely say the man is full of it at times. He clearly has a massive ego and is a real-life troll, even more so than his brother. I wouldn't take anything he says as granted, he might just be messing about with two nosy talkshow hosts.
But anyway, heres my theory:
The big departures are Stephen Ireland and Micah Richards to Man Utd, possibly a swap deal for someone (no idea who we would want from them though, maybe Nani? I sure hope its not Berbaflop).
Other than that im sure we'll sign Kolarov & Dzeko, possibly make a move for that young portuguese left back, if Kolarov falls trough. His name slips my mind though, he put in a nice performance for portugal at the WC, plays for Benfica I believe. Obviously we are also keen on Torres and Gerrard, both of which I personally wouldn't want to see at City. Torres has just suffered yet another set-back, a groin injury that should effectively bench him for 2 months. Gerrard is a led-legged horse that will soon be put down. After his WC shananigans I doubt Mancini himself even wants him. From what i've been reading, Mr. Cook already made a visit to Barcelona, meeting with the president, so theres some options there. Im thinking Robi & Tevez to Barca for part exchange Ibra + some other player (possibly Iniesta?). Or dare I say.. Messi? I know thats just wishful thinking (maybe not all that wishful, cause he would cost us a butt load of cash and could potentially flop in the prem + we have good enough wingers in Adam J and Silva).
Another thing I was thinking about was Bellers' departure. Cardiff city anyone? Loan for like 30% of his wages whilst we get first rights to some of their youngsters (that welsh kid is pretty prospectful, I believe his name is Adam Matthews). Our academy could turn them into the next Gareth Bale's and Craig Bellamy's.
Also, the re-signing of Taylor made me think they had an offer for Hart (or Given, but thats a long shot). Birmingham not happy with the Man Utd reject, maybe? Can see a loan move to Blackpool aswell, those boys need reinforcments if they have any ambition to stick in the prem. Rachubka is a pretty dire choice for a first team goalie.
Anyway, thats my 2 cents, not a very informed opinion as we dont get many transfer news here in Slovenia, just what BBC feeds us over the internet and what we care to find ourselves on various websites.
