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Gravesen's Celtic transfer complete



Celtic have completed the signing of Thomas Gravesen from Real Madrid on a three-year contract for a reported fee of around £2million.

The 30-year-old Denmark midfielder flew to Glasgow on Monday for talks and a medical before returning to the national team camp on Tuesday night without signing a contract as reports emerged there were concerns about an old knee injury.

However, the SPL champions and CIS Insurance Cup winners have now announced the former Everton player has joined them after they sold Stilian Petrov to Aston Villa.

Gravesen said: "I am delighted to have joined Celtic, one of the biggest clubs in the world."

Celtic also have the option of keeping the former Everton player for a further year.

The signing is a major coup for the Glasgow giants after losing Petrov to former boss, Martin O'Neill, who is now at Villa Park.

But the arrival of Gravesen, who is currently away on international duty, will enhance the Hoops' squad as they embark on a Champions League campaign, which sees them up against Manchester United, Benfica and FC Copenhagen.

Strachan and Celtic chief executive Peter Lawwell beat off interest from a number of English clubs, including Newcastle United.

Gravesen added: "When I was made aware of Celtic's interest, naturally I was very keen to talk to the club and now having spoken to the manager, the chief executive and other people at the club I am very excited about this move.

"I am eager now to get going and do all I can for Celtic."

OoOoOpS. Sorry for the double post.

Stilian Petrov is now officially with Aston Villa for something around 8 million pounds

6.5 million I think it was, interesting that Didier Agathe is training with the club too. Seems like they're being turnt into the Celtic team of 2 or 3 seasons ago.

In my opinion they are sending Gravesen away because of the whole "fight" incident with Robinho.Still Celtic gets a lot from this deal Gravesen is a great player,the only bad side is he gets pissed of fast.

Edit:What about saying sorry for triple posting dadamafia ?

there is a roumor that sorin is going to Hamburg

A sign of them close to signing a new striker? Who knows, I'm still more hopeful for Mascherano than Tevez.

Magpies in shock Rossi swoop



Newcastle United have agreed a shock loan swoop for Manchester United's young striker Giuseppe Rossi.

The Italian youth international is highly-rated at Old Trafford and had been expected to make an impact on the United first team during the coming campaign after the sale of Ruud van Nistelrooy to Real Madrid.

Indeed, Ferguson refused to allow the American-born Rossi to move to West Bromwich Albion as part of the deal that saw Tomasz Kuszczak join The Red Devils.

However, Glenn Roeder's Magpies have now managed to convince Ferguson that Rossi's interests will be best served at St James' Park in a loan move until January.

"It was a big decision for us, especially as we don't have the choice of strikers," Ferguson told United's official website.

"But this is something that Giuseppe wanted, as he needs regular first-team football.

"When he returns, he will be a more experienced player who will be able to offer us much more."

Despite signing Obafemi Martins from Internazionale, Newcastle were still keen to reinforce their attack after seeing Alan Shearer retire and Michael Owen pick up a serious injury during this summer's World Cup.

The capture of Rossi will be seen as another coup for the club who signed Damien Duff from Chelsea over the summer, and the Italian forward, who has been prolific in Ferguson's reserve ranks, will look to serve notice of his great potential at St James' Park over the coming four months.

This following one also gives some news on Tevez, Mascherano...

Exit Reyes as Arsenal close in on Baptista



By Oliver Kay and Gary Jacob
Argentina stars lead South American influx

ON A transfer deadline day that promises to leave managers, chairmen, agents and football supporters in a daze, the most frenzied activity may take place at Arsenal, who were close to agreeing a deal to sign Júlio Baptista last night on a season-long loan from Real Madrid, with José Antonio Reyes returning to Spain for a year.

However, that deal could be overshadowed by developments that may end with two of Argentina’s World Cup stars moving to one of the Barclays Premiership backwaters.

A meeting in London yesterday between the powerbrokers at Corinthians, the Brazilian club, ended with the likelihood of Javier Mascherano and Carlos Tévez, the finest young players in South America, joining an English club on loan. The club in question was unclear last night but, rather than Chelsea or Manchester United, who have monitored both players obsessively over the past 18 months, their destination was understood to be either Arsenal or an ambitious smaller club with more money to spend, such as Portsmouth.

Such news may prompt despondency among United supporters, given Sir Alex Ferguson’s obvious need for a top-class midfield general and centre forward, but it is understood that Corinthians’ masterplan is to loan the players to a Premiership club this season in the hope of attracting a mammoth bid from either United or Chelsea next summer.

Ferguson, the United manager, having cooled his enthusiasm about bidding for Mascherano this summer because of concerns about whether the Argentinian would settle in England, is understood to have been informed and welcomed the initiative. Belief that Tévez is no longer in Corinthians’ plans was strengthened last night when they signed Marcio Amoroso from AC Milan on a one-year deal.

With clubs having until midnight to register any new signings, there will be no shortage of activity elsewhere. Even though the proposed deal has been described as “dead”, there remains the possibility that Ashley Cole’s acrimonious move from Arsenal to Chelsea may be revived.

Chelsea maintain that they will not increase their offer, but they believe that the Arsenal board may be finally panicked into accepting their £17 million offer for a player who has made clear his displeasure with life in North London.

With or without a deal for Cole, though, Arsenal promise to be the biggest movers and shakers of the day, with Reyes hoping to complete a “dream” move to Real, albeit initially on a season-long loan, and Baptista potentially moving in the opposite direction.

That deal is not yet certain, with Atlético Madrid offering Reyes the option of a permanent £13 million transfer, but all parties were last night encouraged by a breakthrough in talks. Baptista, the Brazil forward, hopes to secure a Spanish passport today in order to overcome work- permit complications.

Should Reyes join Atlético rather than their Madrid rivals, there would be a knock-on effect for Tottenham Hotspur, who would be hopeful of signing Martin Petrov, the Bulgaria winger, on loan. Such a deal would end Tottenham’s long search for a top-class left winger, but other options were being explored, including Harry Kewell. Liverpool, who are said to have rejected an initial loan bid from Spurs, are also in talks with Blackburn Rovers about signing Lucas Neill, the Australia defender.

An exception to the frenzied last-minute activity may be Old Trafford, but the departure last night of Giuseppe Rossi on loan to Newcastle United until January 1 increased the likelihood of Ferguson bringing in a striker to replace the departed Ruud van Nistelrooy.

Other news:

-Huth and Woodgate are headed to Boro.
-Petrov signs with Villa.

Theres also this (which I got from another site but couldnt find source).

Ronaldo/Adriano swap deal reportedly agreed in principle
AFP
August 30, 2006

MADRID (AFP) - Real Madrid have reportedly agreed in principle a swap deal with Inter Milan with Ronaldo going back to his former Italian club and fellow striker Adriano going in the other direction.

According to Cadena Ser radio's internet site, "Real Madrid and Inter have already agreed terms."

Madrid coach Fabio Capello is known to be a big fan of Brazilian striker Adriano.

The 2002 World Cup winner Ronaldo, whose contract runs till June 2008 and has a net annual salary of 7.5 million euros, is set to be back in action in several weeks after having undergone an operation on his left tibia following the World Cup finals last month.

I wont comment much on this now until I get some more info.

In my opinion they are sending Gravesen away because of the whole "fight" incident with Robinho.

There was actually news they wanted to get rid of him even before the Robinho incident. You could say all his frustrations with his situation at the club may have been what lead to the incident. Oh well, I remember the last World Cup in 2002 I thought he was one of the better players in the tournament but things didnt go too well for him at Real over the years, hopefully his fortunes will turn for the better at Celtic.

Wow... the Reyes/Baptista thing is a smart move on both sides, I'll be interested to see how they use Baptista because he can play a few positions.

If Tevez/Mascherano want ambitious smaller clubs, they can both play for Aston Villa

Celtic got a bargain in Gravesen, and yeah as dada said, there were rumours they were trying to get rid of him way before the Robinho incident.

I hate the Ronaldo/Adriano swap, I hope that doesn't happen.

If Tevez/Mascherano want ambitious smaller clubs, they can both play for Aston Villa

That wouldnt be too bad but then again it would make it even tougher for United to steal the trophy this year. Chelsea, Liverpool and Arsenal are enough of a challenge already.

Sorry Jae but Tevez and Mascherano aren't going to Aston Villa Instead they have gone to West Ham I never thought they would go to West Ham but with them two there now West Ham look stronger than ever and I think might suprise a few people this year in how good they finish in the table.

West Ham United are set to pull off a major coup by the signing Argentine stars Carlos Tevez and Javier Mascherano.

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Arsenal, Chelsea and Manchester United were all thought to be competing for the duo, along with some of the continents elite including Bayern Munich and Milan.

However, The Hammers have struck a deal with Media Sports Investments (MSI) - who own the rights to the Corinthians pair.

South American sources claim Portsmouth were also in line to broker a move, but it seems MSI have decided that a move to West Ham will best serve their prize assets.

The deal is believed to be initially for a season-long loan for the duo - but it could become permanent if all parties are happy, although it remains to be seen whether West Ham could afford them with both players carrying price tags of over £15 million.

The pair are both currently already in England ahead of this weekend's Brazil versus Argentina clash at Arsenal's brand new Emirates Stadium and this has aided the move.

A statement on Tevez's website states a move to Upton Park for himself and Mascherano has been sealed.

"Carlitos Tevez along with his former Corinthians team-mate, Javier Mascherano, has signed a contract to play with West Ham United of England," read the statement.

MSI - based in London - have also added to their stable by signing River Plate striker Gonzalo Higuain - who is set to be taken to England next year.

As part of the deal MSI have bought half of the player and he will now stay with River until next summer before then being moved on, with South American sources insisting The Premiership will be his next stop.

"Having the chance to spend more time at River and then go to Europe is a nice," he said.

"I try not to think too much in my transfer. River has been the team that helped me be known in Europe so now I have to do things correctly in Argentina before I go to Europe."

Rossi away on loan isn't a bad move for Man U as hes more likey to get first team football at Newcastle than Man U but what I still want to see is Fergie getting a striker before the deadline today.

west ham is in uefa cup so that's not very big suprise, but it still funny

I read about that earlier, I wouldn't be surprised if West Ham finishes 4th or 5th. I saw them play against Liverpool and they look really good in attack, but are just missing a piece or two, especially in that central midfield area. Reo-Coker or whatever and Mascherano will be a pretty awesome combination.

In my opinion they are sending Gravesen away because of the whole "fight" incident with Robinho.

There was actually news they wanted to get rid of him even before the Robinho incident. You could say all his frustrations with his situation at the club may have been what lead to the incident. Oh well, I remember the last World Cup in 2002 I thought he was one of the better players in the tournament but things didnt go too well for him at Real over the years, hopefully his fortunes will turn for the better at Celtic.[/quote]

I think Gravesen is better of being away from Real.He just didn't fit in.A few months ago I read an article that the Madrid fans said that he isn't a big enough star to play in Real.But I'm not sure if the article is true or not.Well hope he plays well at his new club.

Forums finally working. Had to go to sleep and wake up before I could post anything.

Heres news on Ronaldo/Adriano swap again (a whole article instead of a snippet).

Adriano linked with Ron swap



Speculation is Spain suggests Ronaldo could be set for return to Internazionale from Real Madrid, with his countryman Adriano going in the opposite direction.

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According to Spanish radio, Inter have tabled a swap deal involving the two Brazilian strikers.

The major sticking point with the deal would be Real Madrid requiring to free up a place for a non-EU player to join.

However, the possible arrival of Jose Antonio Reyes, with Julio Baptista going to Arsenal, would free the way for Adriano to join Real.

Ronaldo's future in Spain has been a major talking point over the summer, with Inter's rivals Milan also keen to bring the striker to Italy.

After negotiations ended last week the 29-year-old was expected to remain at the Bernabeu but the latest reports will again increase speculation about the hit-man's possible exit from Spain.

Meanwhile, Inter are thought to be close to agreeing a deal with Palermo for winger Mariano Gonzalez.

The Argentina international is expected to seal his switch to the Serie A giants before the transfer window closes.

edit: So the forum is fucking up for me again. Oh well

Wow I wasn't expecting this move,but it looks like a great deal.
Ronaldo would return to Inter and start again where he left .Those were his best years as a soccer player in my opinion.And of course the place where he got a big injury,but he returned and he is playing great again.Adriano he would probably fit in Madrid's attack,but I don't know if he will get playing time.Only time will tell.

Wow I wasn't expecting this move,but it looks like a great deal.
Ronaldo would return to Inter and start again where he left .Those were his best years as a soccer player in my opinion.And of course the place where he got a big injury,but he returned and he is playing great again.Adriano he would probably fit in Madrid's attack,but I don't know if he will get playing time.Only time will tell.

I thought his best years were at Barca, I think you may be mixing them up. He didnt play much at Inter.

Dutch duo join PSV

PSV Eindhoven have signed Jan Kromkamp from Liverpool and Patrick Kluivert from Valencia.

Kromkamp failed to settle at Anfield following his move from Villarreal in January, a transfer which saw Josemi move in the opposite direction.

He made only 18 appearances and Reds boss Rafa Benitez has now decided he no longer needs the defender.

Kluivert has been given a season-long contract and will be hoping to get his career back on track after an injury-ravaged year at Valencia.

The striker scored just one goal in 10 appearances at Valencia as a persistent knee problem restricted him to a minor role.

Kluivert was then told to look for another club after being left out of the squad for Valencia's pre-season training camp.

With Fernando Morientes and Francesco Tavano arriving at the Estadio Mestalla the 29-year-old was left surplus to requirements, and PSV have leapt in to sign him before the close of the transfer window.

In this order: Name TO FROM Fee


Robert Huth Middlesbrough Chelsea £6 million

Graham Kavanagh Sunderland Wigan Athletic £500,000

Andy Cole Portsmouth Manchester City £500,000

Tommy Smith Watford Derby £500,000

Jason Euell Middlesbrough Charlton Athletic £300,000

Dwight Yorke Sunderland Sydney FC £200,000

Colin Kazim-Richards Sheffield United Brighton £150,000

Adam Murray Torquay Carlisle £10,000

Kevin Kilbane Wigan Athletic Everton Undisclosed

Niko Kranjcar Portsmouth Hajduk Split Undisclosed

Carlos Tevez West Ham United Corinthians Undisclosed

Javier Mascherano West Ham United Corinthians Undisclosed

Steed Malbranque Tottenham Fulham Undisclosed

Jon Douglas Leeds Blackburn Undisclosed

Marko Stech West Ham Sparta Prague Undisclosed

Artur Krysiak Birmingham Lodz Undisclosed

Ricardo Fuller Stoke Southampton Undisclosed

Hannes Sigurdsson Stoke Brondby Undisclosed

Ricky Ravenhill Grimsby Town Doncaster Rovers Free

Ville Vaisanen Darlington FF Jaro Free

Sylvain Legwinski Ipswich Fulham Free

Iain Campbell Kilmarnock Dunfermline Free

Morike Sako Rochdale Unattached Free

Michael Symes Shrewsbury Bradford Free

Jerome Watt Northampton Blackpool Free

Lee Matthews Crewe Unattached Free

Danny Senda Millwall Wycombe Free

Paul Ince Swindon Unattached Free

Omar Pouso Charlton Athletic Penarol Loan

Chris Eagles NEC Nijmegen Manchester United Loan

Wayne Routledge Fulham Tottenham Loan

Giuseppe Rossi Newcastle Man United Loan

Jonathan Woodgate Middlesbrough Real Madrid Loan

Rodrigo Defendi Roma Tottenham Loan

Liam Trotter Millwall Ipswich Loan

Nicky Eaden Lincoln N.Forest Loan

Matthew Tipton Macclesfield Bury Loan

Keith Barker Blackburn Rochdale Loan

Iyseden Christie Rochdale Kidderminster Loan

Chelsea got Ashley

I can only sit here and hope that the Ronaldo/Adriano deal does not go through.

About that Niko Krancar and Portsmouth deal.Portsmouth will pay 5 milion euros to Hajduk for Niko Kranjcar.

Wow I wasn't expecting this move,but it looks like a great deal.
Ronaldo would return to Inter and start again where he left .Those were his best years as a soccer player in my opinion.And of course the place where he got a big injury,but he returned and he is playing great again.Adriano he would probably fit in Madrid's attack,but I don't know if he will get playing time.Only time will tell.

I thought his best years were at Barca, I think you may be mixing them up. He didnt play much at Inter

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My bad I wasn't completly sure if it was Barcelona or Inter.Thanks for clearing that up.

Chelsea got Ashley

Yup but its almost retarded seeing they sold Huth to Borro(?). If either Carvalho or John Terry got injured for extended periods their backline will struggle this season.

About that Niko Krancar and Portsmouth deal.Portsmouth will pay 5 milion euros to Hajduk for Niko Kranjcar.

Wow I wasn't expecting this move,but it looks like a great deal.
Ronaldo would return to Inter and start again where he left .Those were his best years as a soccer player in my opinion.And of course the place where he got a big injury,but he returned and he is playing great again.Adriano he would probably fit in Madrid's attack,but I don't know if he will get playing time.Only time will tell.

I thought his best years were at Barca, I think you may be mixing them up. He didnt play much at Inter

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My bad I wasn't completly sure if it was Barcelona or Inter.Thanks for clearing that up.[/quote]

Actually I decided to look it up a few seconds ago and I must correct myself by saying his best "year" or so was at Barcelona. He was at Inter for longer and had a decent first year but was injured for extended periods afterwards. PSV days werent tooo shabby either.

Yeah I'd say Barca and PSV would rank above his Inter days, although he had 14 goals in 10 games or something ridiculous before he was sold to Real Madrid.

You guys have an advantage .Your older and you probably got a chance to watch him in action.My post was based on clips I saw and what I read.

Still I don't know whats with everybody going to Real Madrid.I mean most guys that are there want to get out of it as soon as possible.Its probably the money and childhood dreams or something. Nevermind I hate Real for some reason

What I always wonder is why everyone wants to go to Chelsea. Seems like the prospect of wasting away a career on their bench is one no player can turn down.

^^Its the Russian money .. just kidding.

Yeah I'm thinking the same thing so many young players are going to big clubs and sit on their bench wasting their whole carrer.They proove them selfs in one club and expect to be in the starting 11 at a big club.Like Maribor who beated Villareal in the Cup Uefa (sorry I just had to mention that )with young players and one or two expirienced players.And now all of thoose young guns want to get away from Maribor.All they think is the money.And in the end not even one club wants them and they end their carrer.One Maribor's young guns is going to Turkey,like he will get playing time there.