Britains Daily Mail are reporting that Alex Ferguson has agreed a deal to SIgn Argentinian Carlos Tevez, whilst the times report it may be a loan deal....
Carlos Tevez last night agreed to join Manchester United in a permanent deal worth more than £20million.
The move will be completed next week, subject to any challenge from West Ham, who still claim to own the registration of the player who saved them from relegation last season.
However, West Ham have no contract with Tevez and his owner, businessman Kia Joorabchian, which has left the player and his representative free to negotiate a transfer with other clubs.
The news, breaking in South America last night, means that United will take their summer buying past the £70m mark, confirming them as the biggest spenders in world football.
Tevez was once fined when playing for Brazil's Corinthians for turning up to an official press conference wearing a Manchester United shirt.
He will fly from Argentina's Copa America base here to join United's pre-season programme.
"He just cannot contain his excitement at the news," a source close to the Argentina camp confirmed. "Tevez has been concerned about his future, worried about where he may play next season and now he is joining the biggest club in the world! This is massive news."
Tevez is best friends with United's Argentine defender Gabriel Heinze and was a guest at their end-of-season title party in a London club.
Days later, Tevez scored at Old Trafford on the final day of the season to give West Ham the 1-0 win that kept them in the Premiership, but his controversial transfer has been the subject of a Premier League investigation, which was concluded on Tuesday.
United were hoping to keep the confirmation of the transfer quiet until the furore died down and the deal will not be officially declared until the middle of next week. The official transfer fee — and wages — are still to be confirmed.
United have already signed Portuguese winger Nani and Brazilian midfielder Anderson on expensive five-year contracts.
The pair join the Premier League champions from Sporting Lisbon and Porto respectively, while England midfielder Owen Hargreaves completed his move from Bayern Munich. The total cost of those deals is £50m.
United have also made Polish keeper Tomasz Kuszczak a full signing after he played last season on loan from second division West Bromwich.
With multi-million pound backing from their American investors, United have been flexing their financial muscle, but the signing of Tevez is their most ambitious.
The little striker has told friends that he is "very excited" about his future, though he has refused to confirm his next destination. Tevez has also been linked with Inter Milan and Arsenal, although West Ham had been hoping to keep him.
Tevez told Sportsmail in an exclusive interview last season: "If I can play at West Ham in such a difficult position, then it's easier to play for a bigger club, with players such as Rooney, Ronaldo or Drogba.
"I would be capable of playing at any English team, because the English game is no longer a problem for me." He then went on to save West Ham, following his controversial "loan" move from Corinthians, a club he joined in a South American transfer record of $22m.
As well as being fined for turning up in an official press conference wearing a United shirt, he was also punished for turning up for a game in Bermuda shorts — and for fighting with team-mates.
Then the goals started and he was branded a hero. The fans copied his braided hair cut, followed his celebration dance craze and bought the replica shirts.
It was claimed that 4,000 were sold at every home game. He was elected captain by his team-mates and he would lead out his team with his baby daughter, Florencia, in his arms, producing a dummy from his sock when he scored a goal.
Then, when a website opened in his name, it broke the previous record held by Ronaldinho by 4,000 hits.
Tevez received 16,000 hits and the local newspapers called it "the birth of Tevezmania". It sounds like a marketing dream for Manchester United.
West Ham last night confirmed the free transfer signing of former England goalkeeper Richard Wright, who left Everton at the end of last season.
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Wednesday, July 4, 2007
Tuesday, July 3, 2007
Video: Venezuala and Uruguay advance in Copa America
Venezuela and Uruguay played out the first goalless draw of this year's Copa America on Tuesday, a result that ensured both sides advanced to the quarter-finals from Group A.
With the hosts already through thanks to the previous night's results in Group C -- the first time in Copa America history they have made the last eight -- and Uruguay needing a point, neither team made much effort to win.
"We played intelligently, we knew this result was enough for us to finish top of the group," Venezuela striker Jose Torrealba told reporters.
It was by far the worst game of what has been a hugely entertaining tournament and a huge letdown for a 41,000 sellout crowd, many of whom had queued for hours for tickets.
Venezuela topped Group A with five points, followed by Peru and Uruguay on four apiece, Peru taking second spot on goal difference. Bolivia were last with two points.
Uruguay are certain qualify as one of the best two third-placed teams from the three groups.
Venezuela's top spot means they return to San Cristobal, where they enjoy passionate support, for their quarter-final on Saturday.
Venezuela had two good efforts in the first half as a rocketing Juan Arango free kick forced Fabian Carini into action and the Uruguay goalkeeper then dived bravely at Giancarlo Maldonado's feet.
Uruguay's only shot on goal came in the 52nd minute when Diego Forlan's 25-metre effort dipped over the bar.
For long periods, the teams played the ball sideways and backwards as their opponents sat back and watched.
Venezuela quickened the pace in the last 20 minutes and Jose Torrealba shots over from 20 metres, then Cesar Gonzalez was close with a curling free kick.
With the hosts already through thanks to the previous night's results in Group C -- the first time in Copa America history they have made the last eight -- and Uruguay needing a point, neither team made much effort to win.
"We played intelligently, we knew this result was enough for us to finish top of the group," Venezuela striker Jose Torrealba told reporters.
It was by far the worst game of what has been a hugely entertaining tournament and a huge letdown for a 41,000 sellout crowd, many of whom had queued for hours for tickets.
Venezuela topped Group A with five points, followed by Peru and Uruguay on four apiece, Peru taking second spot on goal difference. Bolivia were last with two points.
Uruguay are certain qualify as one of the best two third-placed teams from the three groups.
Venezuela's top spot means they return to San Cristobal, where they enjoy passionate support, for their quarter-final on Saturday.
Venezuela had two good efforts in the first half as a rocketing Juan Arango free kick forced Fabian Carini into action and the Uruguay goalkeeper then dived bravely at Giancarlo Maldonado's feet.
Uruguay's only shot on goal came in the 52nd minute when Diego Forlan's 25-metre effort dipped over the bar.
For long periods, the teams played the ball sideways and backwards as their opponents sat back and watched.
Venezuela quickened the pace in the last 20 minutes and Jose Torrealba shots over from 20 metres, then Cesar Gonzalez was close with a curling free kick.
Video: Crespo inspires Argentina win
Former Chelsea striker Hernan Crespo surpassed Diego Maradona's tally of 34 to move into second place in Argentina's all-time goalscoring charts as Colombia were beaten 4-2 in the Copa America.
His first-half penalty, Juan Roman Riquelme`s brace and a late goal from Diego Milito ensured victory in Maracaibo for the Argentinians, although Liverpool midfielder Javier Mascherano was concerned by several defensive mistakes.
"We won an important match and played well," he said. "But we have to defend better after a corner-kick. We didn`t expect their first goal.
"It is very difficult to maintain the pace as the temperature makes it very tough. It is hot and we are always trying to attack and have the ball."
Crespo is still 21 goals behind the record of 56 held by Gabriel Batistuta.
Paraguay, who beat the United States 3-1 earlier, top Group C by virtue of goal difference.
His first-half penalty, Juan Roman Riquelme`s brace and a late goal from Diego Milito ensured victory in Maracaibo for the Argentinians, although Liverpool midfielder Javier Mascherano was concerned by several defensive mistakes.
"We won an important match and played well," he said. "But we have to defend better after a corner-kick. We didn`t expect their first goal.
"It is very difficult to maintain the pace as the temperature makes it very tough. It is hot and we are always trying to attack and have the ball."
Crespo is still 21 goals behind the record of 56 held by Gabriel Batistuta.
Paraguay, who beat the United States 3-1 earlier, top Group C by virtue of goal difference.
Saturday, June 30, 2007
Video; Venezuela beat Peru in the Copa America 2007
Venezuela have beaten Peru 2-0 in their second Group A match in the Copa América 2007. Second-half goals from Alejandro Cichero and substitute Daniel Arismendi sealed Venezuela’s second win ever in the South American tournament
Venezuela had a goal ruled-out in the 5th minute after Maldonado was rightly flagged offside after leaping on a rebound, much to the dismay of the home-fans who, to date had only seen their team record one win in their long Copa América history.
Peru then went down to 10-men after Venezuelan striker Giancarlo Maldonado was elbowed by Pedro Garcia, who was shown a straight red-card by the referee in the 15th minute.
This meant that for most of the half Peru were content with defending, except for a brief spell in the middle of the half, when Sanntiago Acasiete had Peru’s only attempt on-target in the first-half, with José Paolo Guerrero shooting wide.
Ricardo David Páez and Fernando de Ornellas both had shots off-target for the hosts, with José Manuel Rey and Juan Fernando Arango both forcing Peru goalkeeper Leao Butrón into saves, but nothing to seriously worry the Peruvians during the first period.
The first-half finished 0-0, with the 10-men of Peru still very much in the game, and with the hosts struggling to find a way through the sturdy Peruvian defence.
Venezuela head coach Richard Páez made his half-time team-talk pay-off shortly after half-time, with his team coming out with far more intent and causing problems for Peru.
Alejandro Cichero opened for the home-side just minutes into the second-half, with a header past the helpless Butrón, with the crowd going wild at the prospect of a win.
Peru's Chelsea striker Claudio Pizarro was brought down by Hector Gonzalez in the 61st minute, for what seemed a clear-cut penalty, but the referee waved it away, increasing the tension in the Peru team.
Ricardo Paéz, son of the Venezuelan head coach Richard, was sent-off with only twelve minutes to play, bringing both teams down to 10-men and giving hope to Peru, but their hopes were smashed when, just minutes after coming onto the pitch, striker Daniel Arismendi sealed Venezuela’s win with a brilliant solo goal, only the second win that Venezuela have ever registered in their history in the tournament.
Venezuela now have a great chance to qualify from Group A, as they currently lead Group A on 4 points, ahead of Peru and Uruguay who have 3 points.
Venezuela had a goal ruled-out in the 5th minute after Maldonado was rightly flagged offside after leaping on a rebound, much to the dismay of the home-fans who, to date had only seen their team record one win in their long Copa América history.
Peru then went down to 10-men after Venezuelan striker Giancarlo Maldonado was elbowed by Pedro Garcia, who was shown a straight red-card by the referee in the 15th minute.
This meant that for most of the half Peru were content with defending, except for a brief spell in the middle of the half, when Sanntiago Acasiete had Peru’s only attempt on-target in the first-half, with José Paolo Guerrero shooting wide.
Ricardo David Páez and Fernando de Ornellas both had shots off-target for the hosts, with José Manuel Rey and Juan Fernando Arango both forcing Peru goalkeeper Leao Butrón into saves, but nothing to seriously worry the Peruvians during the first period.
The first-half finished 0-0, with the 10-men of Peru still very much in the game, and with the hosts struggling to find a way through the sturdy Peruvian defence.
Venezuela head coach Richard Páez made his half-time team-talk pay-off shortly after half-time, with his team coming out with far more intent and causing problems for Peru.
Alejandro Cichero opened for the home-side just minutes into the second-half, with a header past the helpless Butrón, with the crowd going wild at the prospect of a win.
Peru's Chelsea striker Claudio Pizarro was brought down by Hector Gonzalez in the 61st minute, for what seemed a clear-cut penalty, but the referee waved it away, increasing the tension in the Peru team.
Ricardo Paéz, son of the Venezuelan head coach Richard, was sent-off with only twelve minutes to play, bringing both teams down to 10-men and giving hope to Peru, but their hopes were smashed when, just minutes after coming onto the pitch, striker Daniel Arismendi sealed Venezuela’s win with a brilliant solo goal, only the second win that Venezuela have ever registered in their history in the tournament.
Venezuela now have a great chance to qualify from Group A, as they currently lead Group A on 4 points, ahead of Peru and Uruguay who have 3 points.
Thursday, June 28, 2007
Argentina batter USA 4-1
In a game where USA held off Argentina brilliantly, this Copa America match ended up as the others have done, with an abundance of goals.
4-1 was the end scoreline with Manchester Uniteds Heinze getting an assist and West Hams Carlos Tevez scoring a fine goal, Juan Veron formally of Manchester United and Chelsea had a great game running the midfield.
4-1 was the end scoreline with Manchester Uniteds Heinze getting an assist and West Hams Carlos Tevez scoring a fine goal, Juan Veron formally of Manchester United and Chelsea had a great game running the midfield.
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
Man Uniteds Anderson Brazil match review
Quick review of Anderson in tonights Copa America match:
Mexico went 2 goals ahead with a great goal from man of the match Castillo and a fantastic free kick.
Anderson on for the 2nd half, playing in centre right midfield as an attacking midfielder shirt number 20, first effort ran at players but gave ball away on 47 minutes.
A minute later he turned his man and ran again at the defence with good balance before giving a foul away to the diving marquez, on 50 received a great crossfield pass on the edge of the penalty area before shooting wide, cacho almost added a 3rd for mexico on 56 with a bullet header saved by the keeper, before robinho was also denied by the mexican keeper from close range, anderson floated a perfect pass over to Alves who volleyed brilliantly but was again denied by the keeper.
Andersons movement was very good but Brazil look a disjointed team.
Anderson was denied by a deflection from Marquez on 58 when he was unlucky not to score but then faded quite a bit in the game and showed no energy and little movement towards the end, this reflected the whole Brazil performance.
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