Arsenal target, the Brazilian Melo will stay in Italy and head to the Old Lady rather than come to London:
http://soccernet.espn.go.com/news/story?id=659996&sec=transfers&cc=5901
Hmmmm, not good for Wenger and Arsenal, while I will admit I have not seen much of the Brazilian holding midfielder, based on reports as well as Sam, it sounds as if he would have given Arsenal exactly what they needed - a tough, ball winning, holding midfielder. Unfortunately he now stays in Italy...and forces Arsenal to keep searching for that player. Looking out over the transfer market potentials, not sure who and where Arsenal can turn.
Yaya Toure - signed an extension
Mascherano - doubtful they can afford him
Toulalan - maybe a good option but not sure if Lyon want to sell another player
I fear that Arsenal will come into the season without a solid option at holding midfield. Alas, I fear that Arsenal will not be able to add the necessary metal to the club to really challenge for any silverware next season.
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Go Chelsea!!!
Ha...sigh. I have not much comment to make. I think ManU has come down a bit, Liverpool is in trouble due to Rafa's idiotic spending, and Arsenal refuse to open the purse strings.
Chelsea looks strong - Anelka, Malouda, Drogba, Lamps are all back and were clicking end of last year.
The key is the central defense and Cech if he comes back to his world class level
yeah i think Chelsea will win at least the premier league. They got really unlucky in the last 2 champions leagues so maybe 3rd time is a charm.
I also think Arsenal aren't in that bad of shape. Maybe they will win something this year i hope.
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