Summer transfer thread 2012

[Darkon]

Great signing for them. When was the last time they've spent so much money in one window?

If they can keep Van Persie then they should do well next season.

Looks like they have a team able to compete for CL again next season, just their defense that needs some working now. Seem's like most clubs are aware of how competitive the next season will be in the top.

[Phoenix07]

They've got quite a bit stored up in reserve for transfers, and they don't even need to sell Van Persie to fund it.

[Gingawaria]

Less than £15m apparently...looks a proper bargain.

[Bender]

Sao Paulo have confirmed that Paris Saint Germain have made contact over in-demand forward Lucas Moura.

Manchester United have already bid for the teenager this summer, whilst Inter Milan have also spoken to the 19-year-old.

However, neither United nor Inter have been able to meet Sao Paulo's demands - which are reportedly around £45million (£35.7million).

Inter chief Massimo Moratti said on Tuesday that PSG had indeed made a bid which matched Sao Paulo's valuation.

Now speaking to France-based newspaper Le 10 Sport, Sao Paulo vice-president Joao Paulo de Jesus Lopes has confirmed PSG have made contact.

Interest

"We have been probed by PSG about Lucas," he admitted.

The Brazilian club's official also confirmed that former Sao Paulo star and current PSG sporting director Leonardo was in regular contact.

"Leonardo has a very good relationship with Sao Paulo. But for now nothing is definite," he added.

It is believed that PSG's offer would see Moura remain in Brazil until January, but Lopes says the player will make the final decision on his future.

"The possibility exists but it is down to the player's interests. The policy of Sao Paulo is to follow the desires of the player. If the player wishes to leave, Sao Paulo will not create any obstacle. But we must receive a proposal that is appropriate," he said.

"It's a financial issue. Paris Saint-Germain is a big club in European football and if the player's interests and also the club's are met, I do not see why it would not happen."

[Imy]

Arsenal have officially signed Cazorla. Good buy for them unfortunatly. Seem's like they are getting some good business done this summer.

I remember a time not so long ago where we could attract players like this

[Pablo]

Under £15m too apparently. Scandalous that we weren't in for him at that price

[Nick77]

Under £15m too apparently. Scandalous that we weren't in for him at that price

[Gingawaria]

I want us to get Allen but if we pay more for him than Arsenal did for Cazorla, there's something seriously wrong!

[Shaggy]

Big time. Not our fault though, ****in British prices.

[Imy]

Big time. Not our fault though, ****in British prices.

Begs the question, why are we going for British?
Allegedly we're skint and are implementing sell to buy, we have enough players to fill the home grown quota, so why?
Better players and value can be found abroad, so wtf is going on?

[Fivex]

Allen's a one off though isn't he due to him being so crucial to the system. It's not like we're being linked with Defoe/Cole/Zamora any more is it?

If we do end up with 5 average British players and Sahin on loan though, then the point is more than valid.

Big few weeks coming up!

[Imy]

Allen's a one off though isn't he due to him being so crucial to the system. It's not like we're being linked with Defoe/Cole/Zamora any more is it?

If we do end up with 5 average British players and Sahin on loan though, then the point is more than valid.

Big few weeks coming up!

Surely there are players of equal if not better technical ability that don't cost £15m?

The only reason i see that Allen is key is that Rogers knows him, nothing to do with how good he is.

[baitman]

if we get sahin on loan then maybe it isnt so critical if we miss out on allen and we refuse to get bitched on transfer fees for a change.

[Chazza]

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[Shaggy]

Jesus. Sadly out of our range.