Tuesday, August 3, 2010

2010/11 Transfer news

Liverpool 1.8.10

Liverpool re-sign Fabio Aurelio

Liverpool have confirmed that the club have re-signed left-back Fabio Aurelio on a two year contract. The Brazilian had left the Merseyside club earlier this summer, after failing to agree a new contract on a pay-as-you- play basis. "I asked the club to find out whether Fabio had found a new club," manager Roy Hodgson said. "When we ascertained that he hadn't, we invited him back to Melwood so both myself and my staff, and the medical team could properly assess the player. We were both very impressed and I am delighted we were able to re-sign Fabio."

West Br. 31.7.10
West Bromwich sign goalkeeper Boaz Myhill

Goalkeeper Boaz Myhill has signed a three-year-deal with West Bromwich Albion. The 27-year-old has joined the Baggies after a successful seven year spell at Hull City and now faces competition with skipper Scott Carson for the No.1 spot. He will be included in the squad travelling to the Ricoh Arena for Saturday's pre-season friendly with Coventry City.

Newcast. 29.7.10
Sol Campbell joins Newcastle

Former England defender Sol Campbell completed his move to newly-promoted Premier League side Newcastle on a one-year deal. The 35-year-old has been a free agent since his short-term deal with Arsenal ran out earlier this summer. Campbell will bolster a defence that has been weakened by Steven Taylor's shoulder injury. Taylor is set to miss the start of the Premiership season, but there are fears he could be sidelined for several months.

Bolton 28.7.10
Bolton sign Real Madrid defender

Bolton Wanderers have signed Spanish defender Marcos Alonso from Real Madrid on a three-year contract for a reported fee of €2.4m. Having progressed through the ranks at Real Madrid, the 19-year-old left-back made his full debut in April in a 2-0 win over Racing Santander. Alonso is Bolton's third signing of the offseason after attacking midfielders Martin Petrov and Robbie Blake.

Sunderl. 25.7.10
Sunderland sign defender Marcos Angeleri

Sunderland have signed defender Marcos Angeleri from Estudiantes. Angeleri has signed a three-year deal with the Black Cats and made his debut for the club in their 4-2 friendly win over Hull City in Portugal, with the club waiting until after the match to officially confirm the transfer late on Saturday night. The 27-year-old has three senior caps for Argentina and becomes the third South American to join Sunderland, teaming up with Paraguay internationals Paulo da Silva and Cristian Riveros.

Man. City 24.7.10
Manchester City sign Kolarov

Manchester City have completed the signing of Lazio left-back Aleksandr Kolarov after agreeing an €14 million deal. Kolarov played twice for Serbia at the World Cup in South Africa and will join fellow new signings David Silva, Yaya Toure and Jerome Boateng. Manager Roberto Mancini became aware of Kolarov's ability when he managed Inter Milan in Seria A. "He was composed on the ball had an excellent delivery with his left foot and was technically very able. I have watched him a lot since then and so have the Manchester City scouts. His attacking capability is very good. He is fast and can shoot with power and accuracy," Mancini said. "He also has the ability to play in numerous positions and is very good in midfield. This is an additional benefit to the team. He has a fantastic international career ahead of him. I am looking forward to working with him."

Man. Utd. 24.7.10
Vidic agrees terms on new United deal

Nemanja Vidic has ended speculation about his future by agreeing a contract extension with Manchester United. Chief executive David Gill said: "I'm very pleased to confirm that we agreed terms with Nemanja three or four weeks ago on a new long-term deal. He's still away on holiday but the plan is that when he gets back the papers will be signed. It's great news for Manchester United and great news for Nemanja and the fans."

Wigan 24.7.10
Wigan sign midfielder James McArthur

Wigan Athletic have completed the signing of midfielder James McArthur from Hamilton. McArthur, 22, has signed a four-year deal at the DW Stadium and will link-up with old team-mate and fellow midfielder James McCarthy. Wigan manager Roberto Martinez said: "James is a really exciting prospect and we are all delighted that he has chosen to join Wigan Athletic. He is young, hungry, desperate to play for us in the Premier League and I believe he has all the attributes you need to be a success at this level."

Newcast. 23.7.10
Gosling joins Newcastle from Everton

Newcastle United have signed midfielder Dan Gosling on a four-year deal. Gosling was allowed to leave Everton on a technicality after they failed to make the offer of a new contract in writing prior to Gosling's old contract expiring. The 20-year-old was then able to leave on a free transfer. Gosling is currently recovering from a serious knee injury and is unlikely to be available to his new club for several months. He becomes Newcastle's second summer signing after Nottingham Forest defender James Perch.

Liverpool 22.7.10
Liverpool agree Wilson deal

Liverpool have completed their second transfer in as many days with the signing of 18-year-old Scottish Young Player of the Year Danny Wilson from Rangers. The centre-back follows Joe Cole to Anfield and has joined on a three-year contract for a reported €2.3m which could rise to €6m depending on appearances. Wilson had 12 months of his deal remaining and turned down an offer to stay at Rangers.

Liverpool 21.7.10
Cole's signed, Gerrard's staying

Steven Gerrard said he was looking forward to working with new manager Roy Hodgson, the clearest sign yet that the England midfielder will still be playing at Liverpool this coming season. Gerrard's comments come the day after Liverpool signed out-of-contract Chelsea midfielder Joe Cole, 28, on a four-year contract. "It's a great signing for us, it will be fantastic to play alongside him in a red shirt for Liverpool," said Gerrard after admitting he is impressed with Hodgson's plans for the future.

Liverpool 19.7.10
Liverpool's Insua to join Fiorentina

Liverpool have agreed to sell Argentinian defender Emiliano Insua to Fiorentina for an undisclosed fee. The 21-year-old played regularly at left back under Rafael Benitez last season, but it appears new manager Roy Hodgson is happy to allow Insua to move on as he reshapes his squad. Insua arrived at Liverpool in 2007 from Argentina's Boca Juniors, played 62 games for the English club and scored one goal.

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