Howdy all…!
My wallet is feeling alot lighter since yesterday, unfortunately I didn’t hit it big time at Royal Ascot – heartbreak.
Big reports today that we’re set to make an approach for Joey Barton. He’s a talented player no doubt and he has cleaned up his act, but I personally don’t see why we would go for him. Yes he’s experienced, but I agree with Ray Parlour who I just listened to on Talk Sport, we should go for Scott Parker. With Ramsey back to full fitness, he will provide us with much of the creativity that Joey Barton could. I remember last season at Newcastle, with Song suspended and Diaby being his usual useless self and getting sent off, we lacked a defensive general. We have for a long time. Scott Parker may not be the most talented but he will provide good competition for Song who was perhaps disappointing at times last season. Parker also fits into our formation well and can provide that holding role which would allow the likes of Cesc and Nasri (who hopefully stay) the freedom to attack.
‘The News of the World’ today reports that Mr Wenger has now been awarded a £60 million transfer kitty because the club has sold property on Queensland Road. I can imagine Arsenal fans choking on their Coco Pops reading that this morning and waving their arms in the air with excitement. However, fans have to remember that this is probably the usual ’News of the World’ nonsense that we read every week. Also, even if it is true, much of that will be invested into clearing debt I believe. Put it this way – I can’t see any BIG name signings resulting from this transfer kitty.
What made me laugh today was listening to Big Harry Redknapp banging on to BBC Sport that Spurs can match Modric’s ambition and that he wouldn’t be sold to Chelsea for any price. If you say so Harry, if you say so. Anyway, he’s clearly taken time out from his busy schedule to mention that Defoe like Modric won’t be leaving. Defoe is an interesting one, alot of Spurs fans seem content for him to leave. Like Ray Parlour I would be happy to see him at Arsenal, we create alot of chances and I think he could be that ‘Fox in the Box’ striker we so need. Only time will tell if we actually make a formal approach.
According to Skysports. Chris Samba is keen for a switch to North London. I reckon he could make a good partnership with the potential signing of Cahill. Question is, will we sign both?
Finally, according to our Chairman, Peter Hill-Wood, Barcelona have made a formal approach for Cesc Fabregas but the maximum they will offer is £35 million. That’s nice. Can’t see him being sold for that. Barce can keep dreaming I guess….
