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Anybody else you suggest as we need two CH's by the look of it now.

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Tough one as it's probably the most difficult position to fill. There aren't many decent centre-haves around. I don't really agree with the way Rodgers sets the team out to defend so my idea of a good one wouldn't really fit-in with our current style of play but hey he's the one being paid to manage the team.

Shawcross is one of the best around at the moment and I've always liked Brede Hangeland and Jonas Olsson. In terms of recent, mooted targets don't really like Ashley Williams as he's a gobby blert and I don't think Toby Alderweireld is good enough although he's miles better than Coates!

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http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/foo...-McCarthy.html

So heres an article saying Newcastle and Everton are offering £8million for James McCarthy who Wigan value at £15million.

How long ago was it Everton called Uniteds bid for two of their players "derisory and insulting" because it was less than what they valued the players at? Strange how the media haven't picked up on this...

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Probably the best news Newcastle fans will hear all summer, you have no idea what this guy can do to a team. He can single handedly revive Newcastle and I believe the key to Newcastle's success the season before last was all on Demba Ba.

Get a replacement for Cabaye and try out Demba Ba and Cisse again and let's start firing.

Wouldn't be too quick to believe this though as Newcastle officials have flown out to France to speak with Gomis again.

Edit: Broken Link replaced http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/f...n-8787435.html

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Erik Lamela to sign for Tottenham, say Roma

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/23868923

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Considering Chelsea are getting stick for stockpiling attacking midfielders, Spurs seem to be doing the same with Lamela and possibly Eriksen from Ajax as well. I never noticed there was a football section here. I support Chelsea, but don't hold that against me...

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l won't hold it against your sir.

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20 odd million quid for Lamela??? Surely the basic transfer fee can't be that high.

And Willian? 30 million quid for a forward who hasn't scored many goals in one of the worst leagues in Europe? has someone been on the blower to Damien Comolli?

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I've read its nearer 30 million for Lamela! Madness

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I will, but then my hatred of Chelsea comes from a deep hatred of my step father who supports Chelsea. Sorry.

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Inflation but looking at his stats Roma have probably sold him beliving he can step up. averages here.. 11/12 he was performing against the lower Serie A teams. 12/13 he started stepping up performing against mid side team. now 13/14 you'd think he could step up again.. possibly but moving and all may stall his development.

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did Kolo leave Anfield on crutches last night?

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Arsenal FC...

Highest paid manager in the league. Highest paid CEO in this league. Highest ticket prices in the league. More cash reserves than the other 19 clubs combined.

0 senior signings Aug 28.

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No need for sorry, that's football. As a kid all I'd get was Man Utd forced on me by my old man and uncle, so I supported Chelsea instead. Cheers denphone. I'm just an old school Chelsea fan who's seen it all at the Bridge. And whilst I might not be totally happy about the way we've done things the last 10 years, I'll happily enjoy it. You've been good bar the Villa game thenry. It still amazes me that Arsene hasn't strengthened yet, especially when you see what Spurs are trying to do.

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Kolo is out for 6 to 8 weeks from what l hear and yes Spurs are now going to sign another player on top of Lamela from listening to SSN while Arsenal the mighty North London giants continue to play tiddlywinks while the other big clubs go into Harrods to purchase their goods.

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Yes, there are starting to become limited options, as selling clubs won't be able to spend the dosh they get. some will want just the money (Real?) but others might baulk at doing business so late and not having a replacement.
That sounds like Real is their area of purchase, si signor? :D

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There aren't anymore excuses for Arsene to use. This summer was all set for him to sign players, kick on, win something and earn a new contract in the process but everythings just falling apart for him. Just a continual decline. That said I'm still optimistic we'll get business done.

btw Chelsea didn't ruin the league or Arsenals chances of winning anything. Its greedy Wenger wanting everything his way. :)

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Arsenal have re-signed Flamini. Soon to be official, tomorrow or whatever. The club is soo damn slow they might announce it September 2nd :sleep: