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Sunday 27 July 2014

Remy's Move To Liverpool Collapses

Loic Remy's dream of playing in the champions League as suffered a set back as his imminent move to Liverpool has collapsed.

Arsenal have signed Colombia goalkeeper David Ospina from Nice on a long-term contract for about £3m.

Drogba Returns To Chelsea For Second Stint

Cote d'Ivore international, Didier Drogba has completed his move to Chelsea for a second stint at the club after leaving them two years ago.

NFF board impeach Maigari

The President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Aminu Maigari has been impeached by the members of the executive committee of the Football Federation for alleged misconduct.

The Spanish Football Association (RFEF) has announce the fixtures for the 2014/2015 La Liga Season with the most anticipated fixture in the Spanish League, El-Clasico scheduled for October and March.

Felipe Luis Completes Chelsea's Move

Atletico Madrid left-back, Felipe Luis has completed his £15.8m move to Chelsea signing on a three-year contract.

Germany captain, Philipp Lahm has retired from international football after leading his side to victory at the World Cup in Brazil.

The football governing body, FIFA has lifted the suspension that was placed on the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) which prevents the country from participating in any footballing competition.

Napoli have signed Spanish international striker Michu on a season long loan from Swansea City, club president Aurelio De Laurentiis revealed on Thursday.

"Welcome, Michu!" film magnate De Laurentiis said in an announcement on Twitter, re-used by the club in a rolling feed on their website (www.sscnapoli.it) together with a photograph.

Italian media reported that Michu, 28, will sign a year-long loan deal.
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After the payment of an initial fee of around €1.75 million, Napoli will have the chance to buy the Spaniard for €7.5 million at the end of next season, the reports added.

Michu joined Premier League side Swansea from Spanish club Rayo Vallecano in 2012 and scored 22 goals in his first season as the Welsh club claimed their first major honour by winning the English League Cup.

He struggled with knee and ankle injuries last season, making only 19 league appearances, scoring twice.

Napoli finished third in Serie A last season and are seeking to strengthen their squad for a Champions League campaign and fresh title bid under head coach Rafael Benitez, former manager at Valencia, Liverpool, Inter Milan and Chelsea.

UEFA Hand Alonso, Simeone One Match Ban

Xabi Alonso has been banned from Real Madrid's next European match for his touchline celebration towards the end of last season's Champions League final win against Atletico.

The Spanish midfielder was banned for his team's final match against Atletico Madrid and as such could not be on the bench but, when Gareth Bale scored what proved to be the winning goal, he ran down the touchline to join his team-mates in celebration.

Atletico coach, Diego Simeone has also been handed a one-match ban for his conduct towards Real defender, Raphael Varane.

Simeone went on to the pitch twice during extra time of his team's 4-1 loss in May, and confronted Varane, who had kicked a ball toward the Atletico dugout after the last goal.

During an often physical match, seven Atletico players and five from Real were booked.

For improper conduct by their players and for fans setting off fireworks, Atletico have been fined £16,500 and Real £14,250.

Lyon Complete Signing Of Rose

French Ligue 1 club, Lyon on Thursday confirmed the signing of under-21 international defender Lindsay Rose from Valenciennes on a four-year deal.

Lyon did not confirm the transfer fee paid for the defender, but it is thought to be under €2 million.

Rose, who spent just 18 months at Valenciennes and was out injured for much of last season as the northern club were relegated to the second tier, signed on at the Stade de Gerland until the summer of 2018.

He is Lyon's first recruit of the summer but coach Hubert Fournier denied that the arrival of Rose will definitely see fellow defender Samuel Umtiti depart.

"We don't want him or Clement Grenier to leave but they have asked to be allowed to depart if another club offers them the chance to progress in their careers," said Fournier.

The 23-year-old midfielder Grenier was named in France's World Cup squad before withdrawing due to injury.

Debuchy Completes Arsenal Move

Arsenal have completed the signing of France international, Mathieu Debuchy from Newcastle United, for an undisclosed fee.

Ferdinad Joins QPR

Former Manchester United defender, Rio Ferdinand has signed for Premier League returnee, QPR on a free transfer on Thursday.

Ferdinand agreed a one-year deal with the Hoops, ending his search for a new club following his release by United when his contract expired last month.

The 35-year-old was keen to move back to London, where he was born, and he has decided to rejoin QPR boss Harry Redknapp, who handed him his professional debut when the pair worked together at West Ham.

Ferdinand revealed the prospect of turning out for a club he admired as a boy also persuaded him to move to Loftus Road, where his brother Anton and cousin Les both played with distinction.

"I used to sit in the stands, my dad use to bring me here as a young boy. There are great memories for me here and for my family," Ferdinand told QPR's website.

"Anton had nothing but good things to say about QPR and I watched Les (Ferdinand) here as a boy, with the likes of Ray Wilkins, Clive Wilson, David Bardsley and Alan McDonald."

Ferdinand, who won six Premier League titles and the 2008 Champions League during his 12-year spell with United, is Redknapp's first close-season signing after guiding QPR back to the Premier League via the Championship play-offs.

The former England centre-back admitted he had turned down several more lucrative offers from across the world to sign for QPR.

"I spoke to Harry and (owner) Tony Fernandes at length. I think they both looked me in the eye and knew that I still have something to offer --that I had a genuine desire to come here and play football," Ferdinand added.

"I had a lot of offers from all over the world, some in places with a better climate than here. But the draw for me was to play in the Premier League and back here where it all started.

"It's not about money. I had loads of more lucrative offers available to me.

"I still feel I've got something to offer and I'm excited about helping this club cement its place in the Premier League."

Redknapp has no doubts Ferdinand can still be an effective performer at the highest level despite some underwhelming displays for United last season.

"Rio's a fantastic player and a great professional. I'm delighted we've been able to bring him here," Redknapp said.

"I signed Rio as a 14 year-old. He was class on the field and off the field then, and he's continued in that manner throughout his career.

"During his time at Manchester United, he was the best defender in Europe, if not the world.

"To bring him to QPR, when he's still got so much to offer in terms of his quality, class, experience and know-how, is a remarkable coup for the club."

Germany Tops FIFA Ranking, NIgeria Moves To 34th

Germany has moved to the summit of the FIFA ranking displacing Spain after their victorious outing at the just concluded World Cup in Brazil.

Bayern Munich have announced thatToni Kroos has completed his proposed move to Real Madrid for an undisclosed fee.

Demba Ba has been given the No 9 shirt by his new club Besiktas after completing a move from Chelsea for a fee of around £8million.

The striker flew to Istanbul on Wednesday morning, before being unveiled by the Turkish giants in the afternoon.

The 29-year-old tweeted a message in Turkish saying, 'I'm here @Besiktas!', and shortly after he was unveiled with the club's No 9 shirt.

"The interest shown by the fans and the new stadium project won me over," said the Senegalese striker.

"I'm very happy to be here, all that is left is a few formalities, I will undergo a medical and sign the contract.

"I am excited to be here and can't wait to start playing.

"I want to showcase my talent to the fans as soon as possible, this is a huge club and I want to become a part of it.

"I want to thank the fans for their warm welcome and I am sure we are going to establish a great relationship."

Besiktas President Fikret Orman gave Ba a tour of Besiktas' new stadium project.

"Ba is a player we all believe in, we put in a lot of time and effort to complete the transfer to the best of our interests," Orman said.

"The transfer is within our budget and we are delighted to have completed the move."

Orman confirmed on Monday that the club had negotiated a deal for Ba for slightly lower than Chelsea's £10million asking price.

Ba left Stamford Bridge after a season spent as third-choice striker behind Samuel Eto'o and Fernando Torres, and with Diego Costa's £32million recent arrival.

Ba who spent much of last season as Chelsea's third choice option up front had a decent end to the season, scoring game-winning goals against Paris St Germain, Swansea and Liverpool.

Chelsea signed Ba from Newcastle for £7million in January 2013. He has also played for West Ham and Hoffenheim before moving to Stamford Bridge.

Wednesday 16 July 2014

Roma Completes Iturbe Signing

AS Roma has announced they have signed Juan Iturbe from Hellas Verona, for a fee of €22 million.

Former AC Milan Coach , Massimiliano allegri has been appointed the new Coach at Juventus after Antonio Conte surprisingly resigned Tuesday.

Antonio Conte Leaves Post As Juvetus Coach

Juventus Coach, Antonio Conte has resigned from his post depite signing a one-year contract extension in May, the club have confirmed.

Brazil coach, Luiz Felipe Scolari has officially resigned, the country's football federation has confirmed.

Arsenal Looking To Sign Columbia International

Arsenal are hoping to complete the signing of David Ospina this week, according to the most recent transfer speculation.

Sevilla have confirmed the club has agreed a deal with Liverpool to sign Iago Aspas on a season-long loan.

The Spanish club also have an option to buy the forward, while the move is subject to a medical and the relevant paperwork being completed.

Messi Handed The Golden Ball Award

Despite Argentina's loss to Germany at the final of the just concluded FIFA World Cup, four time Ballon d'OR holder, Lionel Messi was awarded the best player of the tournament when he received the Golden Ball award at the award ceremony.

Germany has been crowned the World Champion after defeating Argentina one goal to nil in a thrilling final played Sunday night at the Maracana stadium in Rio de Janeiro.

Brazil 2014: FIFA appoints Italian Referee for final

Italian referee, Nicola Rizzoli, has been chosen by FIFA as the man to handle the 2014 World Cup final between Germany and Argentina.

Brazil 0 v 3 Netherlands: Dutch thump Brazil, clinch 3rd place

Netherlands ended their World Cup Campaign on a high by defeating host, Brazil three goals to nil and earn themselves the Bronze medal at the ongoing FIFA World Cup.

Barcelona 'convinced' of reduction in Suarez ban

Barcelona has handed their new signing, Luis Suarez the No.9 shirt after his €88 million summer transfer from Liverpool was confirmed on Friday.

Three time Ballon d'Or holder Lionel Messi, Real Madrid winger, Angel Di Maria and injured Brazil golden boy, Neymar Jr lead the list of ten nominees for the 2014 Golden Ball award.

As the 19th edition of the FIFA World Cup taking place in Brazil concludes, it is now time to look how the two finalist has journeyed so far and see if the trophy will remain in Europe for the second successive campaign or return to South America where the Europeans snatched it from in 2006 when Italy defeated France at the Final.

Argentina Shoots Into Final, Egdes Out Netherland

Argentina has qualified for the finals of the ongoing FIFA World Cup in Brazil by defeating Netherlands 2-4 on penalties and will now face Germany.

Neymar Ruled Out Of World Cup

Brazil forward Neymar has been ruled out of the remainder of the World Cup after suffering a broken vertebra in his side's win over Colombia.

Yes all African representatives to the ongoing World Cup in Brazil have crashed out, however, it is necessary to evaluate their performance at the tournament and see what they have done right and deduce where they could have done better.

Valencia Appoints Former Porto goalkeeper As Coach

Valencia have appointed former Deportivo La Coruna and Porto goalkeeper Nuno to take over from Juan Antonio Pizzi, who was sacked on Wednesday.

Former Manchester United, Rio Ferdinand has agreed to join newly promoted Queens Park Rangers next season, manager Harry Redknapp has said.

Samir Nasri is expected to sign a new long-term contract with Manchester City when he returns to pre-season training next week.

Colombian pop star, Shakira will perform at the closing ceremony of this year's World Cup, which takes place before the final match in Rio de Janeiro on 13 July.