Arshavin closer to Spurs move?

Posted by Stevio in Transfers on August 15th, 2008

Spurs’ move for Russian international Andrei Arshavin could be finally be nearer agreement after the midfielder’s club Zenit St Petersburg lowered their asking price.

Zenit sporting director Konstantin Sarsaniya said: “Zenit have decided to reduce the asking price.

“Exactly how much I cannot say as the talks were with the president – but there are only small differences left.”

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Gardner makes Hull move permanent

Posted by Stevio in Transfers on August 15th, 2008

Defender Anthony Gardner has left Tottenham Hotspur permanently after joining Hull City in a £2.5m move.

The 27-year-old joined Spurs from Port Vale in January 2000 for £1m.

Hull manager Phil Brown said: “We had an option to make the deal permanent at any stage, so I spoke to him and asked him if he would be happy to stay.

“He has been at the club for four or five weeks now and he said he would, so he now becomes our record signing.”

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Cesar Sanchez on Spurs move

Posted by Stevio in Transfers on August 14th, 2008

Spurs’ new ‘keeper Cesar Sanchez has spoken further about making the move from Real Zaragoza to White Hart Lane.

The 36-year-old Spaniard told the club’s official website: “This is a very historic club and it’s a dream for me to be here working under a coach like Juande Ramos. It’s a great opportunity for me to be at a club like this.

“It has always been a dream of mine and my family for me to play in England. I come here to learn about the culture and how football is played here. It’s a dream for many players in Spain and I’m lucky to be here.

“English football is very special, not like in any other country. I had the opportunity to play with English players like Jonathan Woodgate, Michael Owen and David Beckham during my time at Real Madrid, and now I hope to adapt my life and my game to this country.

“I want to bring all my experience with me to this club and put it at the service of the team. I am looking forward to working with a very good goalkeeping group.”

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Spurs sign veteran ‘keeper

Posted by Stevio in Transfers on August 13th, 2008

Spurs have signed a back-up ‘keeper in Real Zaragoza’s Cesar Sanchez.

The 36-year-old Spaniard said: “It’s a very good team and a priceless opportunity.

“Tottenham is the best move that I could expect in the situation, given my age.

“I’m going with the willingness to help and to contribute my experience, then we will see if I play more or less.”

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Kaboul departs to Portsmouth

Posted by Stevio in Transfers on August 12th, 2008

Central defender Younes Kaboul has completed his move from Spurs to Portsmouth.

The Frenchman explained his move to his new club’s website, he said: “It wasn’t a difficult choice to make coming here. Everyone in the papers was saying I was going to Sunderland or Aston Villa but I wanted to come here straight away.

“As soon as I knew they were interested I said: ‘I want to come to Pompey’.

“I came here because the manager has wanted me for two years. I met him two years ago when I was at Auxerre and I like the man because he gives you confidence.

“It’s a good opportunity for me because the club has a lot of ambition.

“I think Pompey are a top-five Premier League side and I believe I can achieve what I want to achieve at this club. Hopefully we can get off to a good start.”

He added: “I enjoyed my year at Tottenham and it taught me many things. I’m still young and I made progress but now I hope to make more progress here.

“The players at the club have everything needed to do well this year. Players like Defoe, Distin and Campbell make up a really good side.

“I played with Defoe at Spurs and it’s good to meet up with him again. He always talked to me at Tottenham and helped me to adapt. He told me Portsmouth is a good club to play for.

“There are experienced players like Sol and Sylvain who I can watch and learn from. It can only help me to play alongside them.

“It does mean that there is a lot of competition for places but that’s good – it keeps everyone focused.

“Also, I can play in midfield or at the back – I don’t mind really. The important thing is that I’m here and ready to play.

“I really want to do a good job here.”

Including Kaboul, Portsmouth now have seven former Spurs players in their squad with Noe Pamarot, Sol Campbell, Sean Davis, Pedro Mendes, Peter Crouch and of course, Jermain Defoe.

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Spurs manager happy for Berbatov to stay

Posted by Stevio in Transfers on August 11th, 2008

Tottenham Hotspur manager Juande Ramos says he’d be happy for striker Dimitar Berbatov to stay at White Hart Lane.

The Bulgarian international has recently been repeatedly linked with moves to Manchester United.

The Spaniard said: “I can’t say whether Dimitar is happy or not – I just know that I would be very happy to keep him here.

“I would be absolutely delighted if Berbatov was still at the club after the end of the transfer window and I really hope that is the case.

“He is a magnificent player and we want to enjoy another season of him at this club.”

On possible new signings, he added: “The window closes on August 31 so anything can happen before then.

“Players might come in and players might leave, it is all possible.”

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Manchester United end interest in Berbatov?

Posted by Stevio in Transfers on August 11th, 2008

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson says he’s now looking elsewhere for a striker after failing to agree a fee with Spurs for Dimitar Berbatov.

Ferguson said: “There is nothing at all to say about Berbatov. We’re looking at options elsewhere.

“We’d like to add to our squad and we’re making moves in that direction. We’re trying.

“There’s an issue with scoring goals at the moment but if you’re making as many chances as we are, we shouldn’t worry about it because players will come back and we will eventually add to the squad.”

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Bentley completes Spurs move

Posted by Stevio in Transfers on July 30th, 2008

Spurs have announced the signing of Blackburn Rovers winger David Bentley.

A statement on the club’s official website said: “We are delighted to announce that we have reached agreement with Blackburn Rovers for the transfer of David Bentley.”

A press conference is scheduled for 10.00am BST tomorrow.

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Malbranque completes Sunderland move

Posted by Stevio in Transfers on July 30th, 2008

Spurs midfielder Steed Malbranque is the third player to leave Tottenham Hotspur for Sunderland.

The Frenchman, who has moved for an undisclosed fee, was signed from Fulham in August 2006.

Sunderland manager Roy Keane said of his latest capture: “Steed is another signing which will excite our supporters and we’re delighted to have him here.

“He’s played in the Premier League for six or seven years now and has been a consistent performer for both Tottenham and Fulham – he creates a lot for the team and can chip in with a goal or two.

“Steed is a very tricky player and is always looking for the ball and looking to open teams up. He’ll certainly offer something different to our team and will further increase competition for places in the midfield area.”

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Keane on Liverpool move

Posted by Stevio in Transfers on July 30th, 2008

Robbie Keane has spoken following his £18m move from Tottenham Hotspur to Liverpool.

Keane said: “My heroes when I was growing up were Barnes, Aldridge and Rush.

“Now it’s my ambition to be up there with them. And hopefully, with the top players we have around here, I can achieve that as well.

“But Liverpool didn’t have to sell itself to Robbie Keane. It had already done that when I was a kid.

“It was simply too good an opportunity to let it pass. If I hadn’t come now I would have regretted it for life.”

He continued: “As a young lad I didn’t think coming to such a massive club as this was my best move.

“I thought if I went to Wolves there would be a better chance of first-team football straight away. I’m not saying it wouldn’t have happened if I’d come to Anfield then, but I always held out hope that I’d come back and this is a real dream come true for me.”

He added: “As a striker there is always a lot expected of you and that’s understandable. I think I will bring goals, create goals and always work hard for the team.

“The responsibility isn’t something that bothers me. Being captain of the Republic of Ireland, and also at Spurs when Ledley King was out, wasn’t a problem.

“But I’m not coming as an individual who will win the Premier League, it’s about the team and hopefully I will be part of one that does it.

“I certainly do think we can challenge United and Chelsea. If you look at the squad here, along with the addition of a few more, there’s no reason why we should not be challenging for the title.

“Liverpool is a massive, massive club and people expect this of us. The fans expect it and I have come here to win things.

“I certainly have faith in myself and believe I can help the team. That’s why the manager bought me – I want to push on and win more.

“I know I have to earn the right to play for Liverpool but I’m looking forward to doing that. I don’t shy away from challenges and this is a big one.”

On his exit from Spurs, he said: “I don’t think I let Tottenham down. I gave them everything, since day one. The Spurs fans were always magnificent to me and I will always have a place in my heart for them.

“I had six great years at Spurs. There are players leaving but there are also good players coming in.

“I can only focus on Robbie Keane and what is good for me.”

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