HE PLAYS LIKE Fabregas. He acts like Fabregas. And he looks like Fabregas (okay, that last bit’s a stretch).
So with all that in mind, is Samir Nasri attempting to break Fabregas’ world record for longest-running transfer saga ever? News that he may feature in Arsenal’s match against Liverpool has prompted fears that this may be the case.
On the other hand, Roberto Mancini claims Nasri’s transfer to City is very close.
Another disaffected millionaire who wants to move club, Carlos Tevez, is likely to play for City against Bolton on Monday.
In other news, everyone’s favourite Canadian-born footballer, Owen Hargreaves, will sign for West Brom, provided he doesn’t sprain his wrist too severely when attempting to sign his name on the dotted line.
Tottenham will sign Emmanuel ‘I don’t want to leave Real Madrid’ Adebayor over the weekend, so long as the player doesn’t throw a hissy fit and refuse to leave.
Willian, Shakhtar Donetsk’s skillful striker, could be on his way to Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham. Perhaps he is attracting their attention on the ostensible rule of thumb that all Brazilian players with one name – Rivaldo, Ronaldo, Pele – are incredibly talented.
In manager-related transfer news, Jose Mourinho may soon be in the market. Real president Florentino Perez is – like the rest of us – beginning to get sick of his attention-seeking behaviour.
And finally, in the news you’ve all been waiting to hear, Bolton’s new signing Tuncay Sanli will be available for the club’s game with Man City.
Ill-advised prospective deal of the day: Milan’s attempts to capture Mario Balotelli seem misjudged. The player, though talented, is clearly more trouble than he’s worth.
Advised prospective deal of the day: Chelsea supporters would not turn their noses down at the double signing of Modric and Mata. Even if it does cost the club £60million.
