LA Galaxy prepares for the New Year

According to portuguese press, Inter Milan midfielder Luis Figo has signed a contract for AEG, a group that owns three MLS clubs, Chicago Fire, Houston Dynamo and L.A. Galaxy. The 33 year old player will play for one of this clubs, earning 7 million US for two seasons.

According to News of the world, L.A. Galaxy are ready to join the auction for Celtic striker Maciej Zurawski. He is holding out for a move to LA despite interest from clubs in Europe.

Gazzetta dello Sport says Flamengo claims they have secured an agreement with Ronaldo while he takes his winter break in Rio de Janeiro.

After offering 20 million Euros to Inter Milan for fullback Maicon, Roman Abramovich is ready to bid up to 30 millions to bring to Chelsea the brazilian player, considered by the italian club the best in the world in his position and, consequently, not for sale.

It was considered very closed to Porto FC, but finally argentine midfielder Fernando Belluschi will play for Olympiakos. The greek club will pay 6 million dollars that will be divided between his actual club, River Plate, Rosario and the player's agent Pinhas Zahavi. Belluschi will arrive in Athens on January 3rd.

According to french and catalan medias, Jose Mourinho has already signed a pre-contract with AC Milan. The portuguese trainer would arrive together with one of his most faithful players, Didier Drogba.

Marv Levy to step down

According to NBC Sports' Peter King, Buffalo Bills GM Marv Levy will step down at the end of next week. More on thus story...

Gallardo to MLS???

According to Eurosport.fr, Marcelo Gallardo has been contacted by DC United regarding a potential transfer down to MLS. But the player who is out-of-favor at PSG with coach Paul Le Guen has declared that he wants to stay in Europe. More on this story later next week.

Anelka is a Blue

According to SKY Sports, Nicolas Anelka have agreed to terms on a contract to play for the London Blues known as Chelsea this upcoming January. Bolton and Chelsea have agreed to a 10m € deal. The deal will be official once the January tranfer market opens on Tuesday.

Ronaldo Most Wanted???

According to several media outlets in Brazil, AC Milan's Ronaldo is in talks with Brazilian outfit Flamengo. He is currently in Rio de Janeiro for an injury treatment but he was spotted having talks with the Rio team. Two other teams are interested in his services. The Los Angeles Gaalxy and Al-Ittihad are lining up contract offers for him.

Real Madrid are planning a bid for Everton midfielder Mikel Arteta.
El Mundo Deportivo says Real have already made contact with Arteta's representatives making him aware that they will make an offer for him at the end of this season.

Valencia striker David Villa is ready to quit the Mestalla and complete a dream move to the Premiership. The Mirror says Villa is targeting a £20m move to Chelsea or Tottenham after deciding to quit Spain. Spanish international Villa is unhappy at Valencia after a dressing room revolt against boss Ronald Koeman.
Villa said: "It is impossible for me to carry on."
Chelsea looked at Villa when Jose Mourinho was in charge.

Liverpool in Financial danger???

According to UK papers, American co-owners George Gillett junior and Tom Hicks are reportedly struggling to refinance the £220 million they borrowed from the Royal Bank of Scotland.
The club will not be allowed to go bust by the bank, but it could hasten the departure of Hicks and Gillett, with Dubai International Capital, the state-backed investment firm expected to buy out their shares.
Despite news last week that talks with RBS and American bank Wachovia over a new £350m loan had crashed, Kekst, the American owners' New York-based PR firm, continued with the belief that a deal would be done before Christmas.

Hicks and Gillett have until February to repay the £220 million, plus the interest accrued on £60 million worth of summer signings, including sizeable fees for Torres and Babel.

If a deal is not done before the deadline and an extension to the loan is not agreed with the RBS, then the bank will become de facto owners of the club.

Liverpool in a North American Tour???

According to french canadian television Radio-Canada Sports, Liverpool FC are having discussions about playing an exhibition game against the LA Galaxy at Toronto's Rogers Centre. In Toronto, they would also play in the MLS All Star Game. They would also play several games across North America notably in Montreal against Juventus at the Olympic Stadium.
Real Madrid and FC Barcelona are also looking at playing some games in USA and they would face each other on the American soil. Several cities and stadiums are looking at presenting the game. RFK Stadium, Qwest Field, Giants Stadium and Gillette Stadium are in the running.
And also a promoter is looking at the possibility of presenting the UEFA SuperCup in Canada, possibly in Montreal and Toronto.

More Star power to MLS???

According to several media outlets in Spain, frozen-out Valencia goalkeeper Santiago Canizares is eyeing a move to the USA's MLS.
Canizares has been told by new coach Ronald Koeman he has no future at Valencia and the veteran keeper is already weighing up a move to the 'States for the start of the new MLS season.

According to Italian sports daily Tuttosport, Milan are set to offer Chelsea 30 million Euros for the services of Didier Drogba.

Adriano Set For Sao Paulo Move

According to the Gazzetta dello Sport, news coming from Brazil confirms that Adriano is set to play for Sao Paulo until the end of the season, before returning to Italy, where Inter will be hoping see him in his old form.

Manchester City will reportedly be asked to pay £3.5million just to sign Mexican star Nery Castillo on a year's loan from Shakhtar Donetsk.

Liverpool are reported to be weighing up a January move for Portsmouth's Sulley Muntari if they are priced out of a move for Javier Mascherano.

England boss Fabio Capello hopes to convince Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes and Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher to reconsider their international retirement.

Breaking News in NCAA football

The Michigan Wolverines in NCAA Football have hired current head coach of West Virginia University Rich Rodriguez as their new head coach. This is according to FOXsports.com.

European Hockey League???

Last night, several media outlets were reporting that a Russian tycoon and a former NHLPA executive were preparing to launch a new European Hockey League that would start it's activities in September 2008. Several cities across Europe have expressed there interest in the adventure. Cities such as London (staged an NHL opening doubleheader), of course Moscow, Helsinki, Davos, Zurich and Paris would be in the league. It is unknown how much teams would be in that new league.

08 MLS AllStars could face an EPL side

According to the Daily Mail, Liverpool might face the MLS Stars in the All Star Game in Toronto. The match would also please club sponsor Carlsberg, which backs Toronto FC, the side who enjoyed a commercially successful first season in the MLS this year, selling out every home game at their 20,000-seat BMO Field.
But the most interesting developments may come in Montreal, where Liverpool co-owner George Gillett Jr. already owns the Canadiens ice hockey team.
In his recent 'state of the soccer union' address, MLS commissioner Don Garber said Montreal was a leading candidate to be the one of the league's next expansion franchises.
The word is that Liverpool are also being lined up for a prestige friendly in the city's Olympic Stadium, possibly against Juventus, an event which would test the locals' appetite.

Avram Grant will make £15 million-rated Nicolas Anelka his top target when the transfer window opens in January.

Veron says Thanks but No Thanks

Juan Sebastian Veron will finally stay at Estudiantes LP after rejecting the D.C. United offer of more than 4m$ over 3 years.

Inter Milan's signing of CSKA Moscow attacking midfielder Daniel Carvalho has stalled.

Barcelona coach Frank Rijkaard is a target for Bayern Munich.
Bild magazine says Bayern chiefs have Rijkaard and Marco van Basten on their shortlist to succeed Ottmar Hitzfeld next season.
Bayern are turning to the two Dutchman as the board cannot identify any suitable German candidates.

LA Galaxy is closing in at a contract for Maceij Zurawski.

Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich is set to be frustrated in his chase for Barcelona superstar Ronaldinho.
DiarioSport says Ronaldinho has already rejected an offer from Abramovich to move to Stamford Bridge as he favours joining the Brazilian contingent at AC Milan if he is to leave the Nou Camp.
Ronaldinho is a big-money target for both Chelsea and Milan.

Capello *The New manager of England*

From last night's breaking story on this blog it will confirmed on the weekend that Fabio Capello will be appointed manager of England. The appointment still requires the approval of the FA board today, but as officials, consulted managers and players all seem happy with the choice this should be little more than a formality. But both sides must still finalize the terms of the contract, which reportedly involves the appointment of four fellow Italians as part of Capello's staff.

Capello the new manager of England

I'm just watching SKY Sports News and they announced that Fabio Capello is expected back to England next week because he will be appointed manager in the next 48 hours....... Stay Tuned for this one.

3 way deal nixed

The major deal that DC United, FC Dallas and LA Galaxy was going to make happen, was nixed at the last minute because LA Galaxy would have 2 GF players and 1 DP player.

So Bobby Boswell, who was rumored to be going to Dallas was sent to Dynamo Houston for Zach Wells.

The agent for D.C. United keeper Troy Perkins has admitted to holding talks with five-time Norwegian champs Valarenga over a move for his client.

The signing of Juan Sebastian Veron will be completed as soon as next Wednesday as D.C. United will officially present Veron to the Washington press and fans. He is coming in as a free agent acquisition. So the January tranfer window is not required.

The signing of Ronaldo and Maceij Zurawski will completed in time at the January window market. Ronaldo is in talks with NY Red Bulls and New England Revolution.

AC Milan are ready to table a two-year contract offer to want-away Bayern Munich fullback Willy Sagnol.
The 30 year-old France international would arrive next month as a long-term replacement for Cafu, with Milan prepared to sign the right-back to a2yr deal worth £3.5 million, says Corriere dello Sport.

Micah Richards has signed a 4yr/10m € deal with Manchester City.

Don Fabio as manager of England???

According to several media outlets in the U.K. the former Real Madrid manager will hold talks with the FA in the next few hours to discuss the possibility of becoming manager of the English National Team.

AC Milan's striker Ronaldo is lining up a move to MLS. LA, NY and New England are interested in his services.

Carlos Ruiz from FC Dallas has been traded to LA in a major 3 way deal that also includes DC United. I will have futur detail about that deal in the next couple hours. The deal is not official yet.

Mourinho rules out England but what NEXT???

Jose Mourinho will not be coaching the English National Football Team after he ruled himself out of the running because he has accepted (it has been confirmed by sources in Italy) that he will take over as manager of AC Milan in the summer of 08.

Carlo Ancelloti will step down as manager in the summer and might take over as Italy Football Team if Roberto Donadoni fails to impress in EURO 08.

Timo Hildebrand is a step closer to quitting Valencia in January.
The Germany international is desperate for first team action to strengthen his Euro2008 claims and knows he is on the outer of new coach Ronald Koeman's plans.

American sports broadcaster ESPN is "absolutely interested" in the UK rights to broadcast English Premier League football matches, according to ESPN president George Bodenheimer.

England offer Mourinho £27M contract

According to several media outlets, England FA chief Brian Barwick is set to offer the national team job to Jose Mourinho. The Mail on Sunday says Mourinho will be offered the job of England head coach this week on £6million a year - but the Portuguese manager was last night considering his options after a counter-bid from a major European club. Barwick was on the verge of finalising a four-and a- half-year deal worth more than £27m last night, with the former Chelsea boss in Lisbon waiting to take a private jet to London.

A Polish striker to L.A.

According to BBC sports, Zurawski is considering a move to LA Galaxy, according to his agent.
The player's Polish representative Jerzy Kopiec expects to hold talks with the Californian club next week.
"The offer from Galaxy is very serious," Kopiec told the Daily Mail. "They are really determined to sign Maciej and treat him as a big star."

Marcello Lippi has now being linked with the FA as a possible replacement to Steve McLaren.

A Blockbuster Deal in MLB

According to ESPN, The Florida Marlins and Detroit Tigers have agreed in principle on a trade that will send Miguel Cabrera and Dontrelle Willis to Detroit for key prospects, sources told ESPN's Peter Gammons.
The Tigers would send outfielder Cameron Maybin, pitcher Andrew Miller, catcher Mike Rabelo and three other minor league pitchers to the Marlins.
The deal is expected to be announced Tuesday night when the physicals and paperwork are completed.

Shevchenko set for U.S. move

According to several media outlets in the England are reporting that Andriy Shevchenko has set his heart on following David Beckham to the US - if he is forced to leave Chelsea.
Shevchenko, 31, is desperate to stay at Chelsea but fears he could be sold as he struggles to win a first team place at Stamford Bridge.
And the Ukrainian superstar, who is on £130,000-a-week, would fancy a move to a Major League Soccer club as his final career step.
Shevchenko is married to American model Kristen Pazik who would welcome a move to the States after moving to London from Milan for the good of their two children. The US could be the next step for the player and Shevchenko would be welcomed with open arms in the MLS, where he would be seen as another major crowd-puller for the league.
Beckham caused a huge sensation when he arrived and Shevchenko would have the potential to do the same. New York Redbulls and New England Revolution are two of the teams that are keen on him.

Mourinho prepares for England job

Manchester City may make a move for Peter Crouch after the club's chairman, Thaksin Shinawatra, confirmed that manager Sven-Goran Eriksson was an admirer of the striker.

Jose Mourinho has prepared a blueprint for the future of English football in the hope that the Football Association will contact him this week to discuss the vacant England manager's position.

Diarra unhappy at Arsenal

Chelsea is ready to sell striker Andriy Shevchenko in January. The News of the World says Blues boss Avram Grant is willing to let Roman Abramovich's favorite player quit Stamford Bridge. The club signed him in May 2006. Shevchenko looks sure to return to Italy, most likely with Inter Milan. Juventus are also monitoring the situation. Shevchenko would take a pay cut to help secure a move back to Serie A.

Spanish sports daily El Mundo Deportivo claims that Netherlands boss Marco van Basten has ruled out taking over at AC Milan or FC Barcelona next summer.

Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur are believed to be weighing up a bid for Bayern Munich striker Luca Toni. The Italian International is struggling with life in Germany since his move from Fiorentina in the summer and according to the Daily Mail, the striker is looking for an exit from the club this January with Serie A his preferred destination. However that will not stop both Arsenal and Spurs making a move for the Bundesliga joint top scorer.

The creation of the Pan Pacific Cup???

A major announcement will occur on Thursday in Honolulu, Hawaii where representatives from Major League Soccer, Japan's J-League, and Australia’s Hyundai A-League will meet to introduce a new international tournament involving clubs from the three different countries. The tournament, set to take place solely in Honolulu, will be named, format introduced and have the dates it will take place revealed during Thursday's announcement.

MLS officials said that Oscar De La Hoya wants to buy the Dynamo Houston from AEG.

Dallas midfielder Arturo Alvarez has been in France on trial at Bordeaux.

Houston forward Joseph Ngwenya is in Germany on trial at Alemannia Aachen.

Beginning in 2009, Ireland, Northern Ireland, Wales & Scotland will play a tournament every other year called The Celtic Cup. The plan is to play it every other year.

MLS has to change

Major League Soccer has finished their current season with the Dynamo Houston as the back-to-back champions and the current season in Europe is in full swing except in Russia. We saw different players come around the globe as David Beckham, Cuahtemoc Blanco, Juan Pablo Angel and Luciano Emilio came and took the league by storm, except David Beckham who was injured most of the time. But their is a problem though, the MLS has to change some of their approach if they want to be respected across the world.

Like Pelé said in a previous interview, the teams got to have full control on who they are buying and selling, not the league. The Salary Cap have to be somewhere between 15 and 25 m$ US, if they want to compete with the top leagues across the world. That would give the opportunity to the several teams across the league to sign their American satr players. That's the case in NY Red Bull land with sensational teenage star Jozy Altidore. They have to sign him to a blockbuster deal.

They also have to create rivalries like LA-Chivas USA across the league. In England they call that derbies. Like the Manchester Derby, The North London Derby and many more. Top teams and/or top markets across the US or the league have to buy several high profile players to be ranked with the English, Spanish and Italian leagues if they want to be their one day.

In my opinion they got to have their seasons like in Europe, from the autumn through the winter and spring. It would be exciting to see.

They also have to increase the number of teams to go to a single-table championship. They need to create trophies like the American SuperCup, they have a greate thing with the SuperLiga.

So, this is my opinion and I hope that it will inspire some in the league.

Olli Jokinen on the verge of being traded

The Florida Panthers are discussing with several teams around the NHL about trading their captain in the near future. When he learned about the fact of being shopped around the league he was furious at GM/Coach Jacques Martin. The Leafs, Canadiens, Ducks, Avalanche and Canucks are involved in the discussion. A trade could happen sooner rather than later.

A rumor surfaced on TSN, that the Flyers and Canucks were discussing a deal that would Ryan Kesler to Philly and Jeff Carter to Vancouver.

Kenny Rogers is close to sign a contract with the Detroit Tigers.

AC Milan and Chelsea are in the running to sign Ronaldinho.

The MLS are talking about expansion these days. Montreal, Vancouver, Portland, NYC, Miami, Las Vegas and Atlanta are mentioned but the final spot for expansion in 2009 will go to either Philadelphia, St. Louis or Montreal.

MLS Star to La Liga???

The NY Red Bulls teenage star Jozy Altidore is being courted by Real Madrid and Atletico Madrid. According to several media outlet, teams have been following Altidore during the recent MLS playoffs.

Chelsea assistant manager Henk Ten Cate has denied attempting to entice Ronaldinho to Stamford Bridge.

Sources in the European media speculate that Tiago Mendes of Juventus and Barcelona's Rafael Marquez could pass each other as their respective clubs plot a swap move.

Several teams in England are lining up a bid to sign a loan deal for Inter Milan's striker Adriano. West Ham, Arsenal, Man City and Chelsea have comfirmed their interest.

Now that Ruud Gullit have been named coach of LA Galaxy, he is looking at the possibility of signing 2 0r 3 dutch players. Several names are swirling about seeing Edgar Davids, Roy Makaay and maybe Ruud Van Nistelrooy

A New Coach in LA???

According to several reports, Ruud Gullit would be named manager of LA Galaxy in a few days.
Days after L.A. Galaxy president Alexi Lalas described his ideal candidate to replace Frank Yallop as a “sexy type of candidate,” reports out of England claim Dutch legend Ruud Gullit, coiner of the phrase “sexy football,” has shockingly become odds-on favorite to take reins at the struggling MLS club.

Big Time Coaches to MLS?

The Galaxy expect to have a new coach in place before the end of this month and probably before the team leaves on a two-game trip to Australia and New Zealand. Big Names are swirling about seeing Steve McLaren, Fabio Capello, Jurgen Klinsmann, Carlos Quieroz and Jose Mourihno ending up in LaLa Land....

Brad Guzan is looking at a possible transfer at Arsenal from Chivas USA.

Michael Parkhurst from New England is looking at Fulham in January.

Real Madrid is hoping that LA Galaxy will accept their challenge to face them in the Santiago Bernabeu Cup December 5th.

According to David Beckham, the LA Galaxy would have no problem of accepting a loan deal to Europe to gain back his fitness. The Galaxy have at least 4 exhibition matches in Canada, USA and Australia and possibly in Spain - Real Madrid ???

A-Rod a Red Sox???

The Angels, Mets, Tigers, Phillies, Jays, Cardinals, White Sox, Giants, Dodgers, Astros, Red Sox, Rangers, Marlins, Orioles and Mariners are likely to pursue him, but Jon Heyman says the Angels, Red Sox, Mets, Giants and Dodgers are the only true contenders.

Curt Schilling, RHSP--Boston Red Sox: He is set to sign a 1-year, $6M to remain with the Red Sox. He could earn another $7M in bonuses. A physical and the structure of the bonuses are holding up a deal. He had announced he will pitch in 2008 and wanted a 1-year, $13M extension from the Red Sox. However, he had stated he would test his value on the open market for the first time in his career before resuming talks with the Red Sox. But, he decided to go ahead and re-sign early anyway. He was also interested in pitching for Cleveland, Detroit, LA of A, New York Mets, Philadelphia, Atlanta, LA, San Diego., Arizona, Chicago Cubs, St. Louis and Milwaukee. The Diamondbacks, Cardinals, Cubs, Phillies and Astros were among several teams targeting him.

A Trade is Brewing in The Premier League

According to The Sun in London, Chelsea and Tottenham are discussing a trade that would send Shaun Wright-Phillips to Tottenham and Jermain Defoe to Chelsea.

Juan Roman Riquelme has finally signed a 2yr contract with Atletico Madrid.

Andriy Shevchenko has received offers from AC Milan and Inter Milan also from MLS side D.C. United.

Brazilian Star Adriano is close to the exit door in Milan. Man City, Man United, Arsenal, Lyon and West Ham are interested in his services.

Julio Baptista is looking for the exit door after Liverpool and Lille have made inquiries about him in Real Madrid.

In Los Angeles, where the Galaxy will face Pachuca in the Superliga Final tonight, there has been reports that the LA Galaxy will fire Frank Yallop and bring in Jurgen Klinsmann.

MLS Talent Pool Improving?

Chivas USA is close to sign colombian foward Oscar Echeverry to a contract on a free transfer from Atletico Nacional.

D.C. United is interested in signing Juan Sebastian Veron to a contract on the January transfer window.

Wayne Rooney is injured following the game against Reading today. He will miss the exhibition game against Germany at Wembley on August 22nd and also the next 3 Euro qualifiers.


NFL News

Larry Johnson was close to being traded to the Dallas Cowboys on draft day. In exchange the deal would have seen Julius Jones to Kansas City.

Beckham will play

David Beckham will make his debut against D.C. United as a substitut.

Chivas USA is looking at signing Richard Wicky from Czech Republic. He is currently playing at Hamburg SV.

Antonio Cassano is looking at a deal with Manchester City, but Sampdoria are offering more money then City.

Julio Baptista might be sold to Villarreal but they are backing from the asking price form Real Madrid.

Arjen Robben and Royston Drenthe are sold to Real Madrid. They both signed a 5 yr deal.

Adriano might be sold to Real Madrid or Arsenal, because he's looking for some playing time. Cruz, Ibrahimovic, Crespo and Suazo are in front of him right now.

Steve McLaren is in Washington to witness the playing level of the MLS and to check on David Beckham.

Brazil might face Canada in Canada is September in Toronto or Montreal.

Juan Roman Riquelme will not return to Boca Juniors and Villarreal. Right now he's available and he is looking at some teams in Germany, Italy and USA.

By the way the MLS and FMF's Superliga is a great success!!!!!!

Capello to the MLS?

According to Goal.com, Fabio Capello is interested in a move to Major League Soccer, following the arrival of David Beckham.

FC Dallas is close to finalize the signing of Ricardinho the 19 year old striker of Brazil.

Real Salt Lake is close to sign Jay Jay Okocha.

LA Galaxy is very interested in signing both Juan Sebastian Veron and Ronaldo if they can trade Landon Donovan to clear some cap space.

Atletico Madrid is very close in signing Juan Roman Riquelme to a 5yr contract.

NHL News

The Habs are interested in signing Darren McCarty to a contract.

The Devils and Canucks are discussing a blockbuster trade that would probably see Patrik Elias and picks go to Vancouver for Mathias Ohlund and Ryan Kesler.

The Oilers are close to sign Zach Parise to an offer sheet.

Montreal will sign Briere

Daniel Briere will sign with the Montreal Canadiens.

NHL Free Agency tomoroow

Be Ready for the exiting action has the door will be open for the FREE AGENT market.

Some Rumours:
Montreal is still interested in signing Briere, but they have Nylander and Marleau on their radar.

Toronto is interested in Paul Kariya and Todd Bertuzzi.

Barça is looking to add more

FC Barcelona has open talks about sending Deco and Thiago Motta to Inter Milan, so then follow that by signing London Blues midfielder Frank Lampard.

Speaking about Inter Milan, Carlos Tevez is keen on moving to Inter.

Bayern Munich has sign Miroslav Klose to a new contract away from Werder Bremen. It means that Roque Santa Cruz can be transfer to a new team. Several teams including FC Dallas, Manchester City and Celtic FC are showing interest. Roy Makaay said that he would like to move on.

The Habs have something brewing

The Habs are close to make a trade with the Sharks about Patrick Marleau. I've also heard a rumour about the fact that the Habs would send Kovalev to the Flames for Alex Tanguay. The trade with Sharks might happen anytime right now. Stay Tuned.

Thierry Henry to Barça

He signed a 4yr/24m€ deal. More details to follow.

The Leafs made a trade

The Toronto Maple Leafs have acquired goaltender Vesa Toskala and winger Mark Bell from the San Jose Sharks in exchange for first and second-round picks in 2007 and a 2009 fourth-round pick. The Sharks are clearing cap space to acquire the rights to Chris Drury, and to trade Patrick Marleau to the Montreal Canadiens.

Aucoin waives no-trade to go to Calgary.

Kovalev on his way out???

According to several sources, Alex Kovalev has been offered to the Washington Capitals for a 1st round pick. And also the Habs are trying hard as they can to put their hands on Patrick Marleau of the San Jose Sharks. Michael Ryder and Jaroslav Halak are offered in the other way.

The Philadelphia Flyers are discussing a deal that would send Joni Pitkanen to Oilers for Smith and Horcuff.

The Wild and Maple Leafs are discussing a serious trade right now.

MLS NBA News

MLS News

LA Galaxy have signed Gold Cup Honduras player Carlos Pavon. They currently negotiating a deal with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Joaozinho.

FC Dallas have announced a transfer for Ricardinho the 19 year old.

NBA News

Kobe Bryant said that he would remain interested in a trade just to get out of the Laker Organization. The Knicks and Raptors are interested in his services.

Samsonov gone!!!!

The Montreal Canadiens have traded Sergei Samsonov to Chicago for Jassen Cullimore and Tony Salmelainen. It means that Bob Gainey is preparing something big during the next few days. A draft major deal is in the works between the Habs and Sharks.

Yashin to be a Hab indeed

Alexei Yashin has reported, that he was interested in playing in Montreal. And the Habs have already made an offer for Yashin since he became an unrestricted free agent. Sergei Samsonov will be out of the Canadiens organization.

Soccer News
Carlos Tevez in interested in playing in Italy.

Sunderland is close of signing Paul Scholes.

Toronto FC have made an offer for Sylvain Wiltord.

Thierry Henry going to Barcelona

Henry has found a common ground with FC Barcelona on a 3yr contract. The final hurdle is to convince Arsenal of the transfer fee.

NHL News
Bryan Murray of the Ottawa Senators is interested in a GM job in Columbus.

Bob Gainey is definitely interested in Alexei Yashin. He will also buy-out the contract of Sergei Samsonov in the coming few days.

Chris Drury is 50/50 about staying in Buffalo because he's also interested in going to Philadelphia and San Jose.

United has Tevez on his radar

Manchester United are reportedly planning a swoop for Carlos Tevez, but could lose out to Inter Milan in the race for the West Ham striker.
According to several of Sunday's newspapers, United boss Sir Alex Ferguson has asked chief executive David Gill to explore a move for the Argentina striker, who seems certain to leave Upton Park this summer.

Manchester United defender Gabriel Heinze has admitted he would seriously consider leaving Old Trafford for Barcelona this summer.

Monaco is interested in a trade that would bring Ludovic Giuly from Barça for Yaya Touré.

Real Madrid president Ramon Calderon is interested at keeping David Beckham away from Los Angeles.

NBA News
Denver Nuggets' JR Smith injured in car crash.

NHL News
It looks like the Oilers are offering a 1st rd pick and a prospect for San Jose's Patrick Marleau

FC Dallas woul love to do something

The young Ricardinho , of 19 years, will be loaned to the FC Dallas. The information was divulged by the Radio Band B (AM 550), in this tuesday.
There has been discussions about selling Carlos Ruiz to an European team. Newcastle and Villarreal are interested.

Celtic boss would welcome a British League

Aston Villa is looking at several players right now. They want to sign Nigel Reo-Coker and Nigel De Jong.

NHL News
Alexei Yashin is looking at the possibility of signing in Europe or signing for less in the NHL.
Several teams would like to sign for less money for one year. Teams like Montreal, Philadelphia, Los Angeles and Washington are all interested.

The Gazette is reporting that the HABS wolud love to sign JS Giguere the Stanley Cup winner.
They are also looking at making a huge splash in the free agency pool this summer. Several names are on their list: Daniel Briere, Chris Drury, Bill Guerin, Scott Hannan, Kimmo Timonen and Brendan Shanahan. Sheldon Souray might not be back in Montreal after all. He's looking at the possibility of signing in Hollywood.

The Sharks are looking at trading Patrick Marleau. The Oilers are interested.

The Scott Gomez sweepstakes are underway and Philadelphia is the team that has shown the most interest.

NBA News
The Toronto Raptors are interested in Sarunas Jasikevisus of Indiana and also at Ray Allen of the SuperSonics.

The Knicks are looking at Rashard Lewis.

Lalas reveals Galaxy interest in free-agent Figo and more

According to ESPNsoccernet, the Galaxy are interested in him.

Lyon's Malouda admits Liverpool admiration.

Arjen Robben might sign with Real Madrid this upcoming season.

Arsenal and Everton face a battle with Inter Milan, Barcelona, Roma and Lyon if they are to win the race to sign Monaco midfielder Yaya Toure.

I told you guys that Sylvain Wiltord was heading probably to Saudi Arabia, but he would consider a move to Real Salt Lake or DC United.

Klose sets sites on Bayern move.

NFL News
According to Foxsports.com, Daunte Culpepper could be released by the Dolphins and he could play in the CFL's Blue Bombers if he's career is wining down.

NHL News
Congratulations, to the ANAHEIM DUCKS by winning the Stanley Cup.

Roberto Carlos bound for Turkey and more WorldSports News

Real Madrid star Roberto Carlos has agreed to play for Turkish champions Fenerbahce next season, a move the Istanbul club said would help it reach international success. Many of the people thought that he would consider a move to America but he said that he would rather win more championship in Europe than join the MLS.

The LA Galaxy, Bechkam's new team at the end the month, might sign Dado Prso without the Designated Player rule. They will also play at the LA Coliseum against Chivas of Mexico for the Superliga.

Inter Milan's veteran Portuguese winger Luis Figo has ruled out the possibility of a move to Tottenham or any other Premiership club. The speculations about him going to America are higher than ever.

Striker Frederic Kanoute will miss Sevilla's final Spanish league game to play for Mali in African Cup of Nations qualifying.

According to Radio-Canada.ca/Sports, the Montreal Impact are in negociation with the Under-20 Argentina team to play an exhibition game at the Olympic Stadium in late June

In the NHL, the New York Islanders has bought the remainder of the contract of 30+ plus year old russian center Alexei Yashin. He might be an interesting pick up for a team this summer for a lower price than his former contract.

Shev to snub Inter to stay with Blues

According to RDS.ca/soccer, AC Milan are looking at the possibility of making Samuel Eto'o their top striker for next season.

Liverpool are making a big push for Florent Malouda from Lyon. Olympique Lyon president Jean-Michel Aulas said that the price of Malouda is 25m$€

Andriy Shevchenko has insisted he wants to stay at Chelsea next season, despite reports Inter Milan want to swap him for Adriano.
The front page of Italian newspaper Il Corriere dello Sport claims Inter president Massimo Moratti is planning a move for the Ukrainian hitman, with Brazilian striker Adriano heading in the other direction

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According to Radio-Canada Sports, Alex kovalev wants to come back with the Montreal Canadiens. He apologized to GM Bob Gainey in the last few weeks.

The new or i should say the former Orlando Magic Coach Billy Donovan wants to come back to the NCAA to coach the Florida Gators.

AC Milan are interested in the services of Thierry Henry.

Inter Milan are interested in the services of Andriy Shevchenko of Chelsea.

Gabriel Heinze could decide between Real Madrid or FC Barcelona for next season.

Ludovic Giuly has been in contact with Newcastle about a possible transfer.

Roque Santa Cruz could be part of a the deal for Frank Ribery (Bayern Munich - Marseille)

Ribery to Bayern Munich

Frank Ribery has agreed to a deal with Bayern Munich and they will pay 26m$ euros to Marseille for his services.

Speaking about Marseille, they are looking to re-sign Djibril Cissé to a long term deal.

Zé Roberto has agreed to re-join Bayern Munich from F.C. Santos.

Ryan Smyth to T.O.?

Ryan Smyth is looking at the Toronto Maple Leafs at the moment.

The Habs are interested in Daniel Briere and Dainius Zubrus. They also made a 3yr/12.75m$ offer to Sheldon Souray to stay in Montreal. If he doesn't re-sign, look for Montreal to take a shot at Kimmo Timonen and Scott Hannan.

Peter Forsberg is looking at MODO and the Colorado Avalanche.

Henry to Barcelona

Thierry Henry has been in contact with FC Barcelona's representives in the last few hours.

Adriano of Inter Milan is been courted by Man U and Real Madrid.

Carlos Tevez is interested in a move with Chelsea, but he's also interested in a move back to Brazil and a possible move to the MLS.

Sylvain Wiltord has been in contact with a Saudi Arabia club.

Philip Cocu and Robbie Fowler has been in contact with some MLS clubs.

Sunderland is preparing bids to Paul Scholes and Diego Forlan.

Anelka linked to Manchester United

Nicolas Anelka of Bolton is going to Manchester United in the next few days without no doubt.

Samuel Eto'o might sign on with Liverpool or a trade with Arsenal for Thierry Henry might happen.

Luis Figo is looking at a possible move to the MLS. Several clubs are interested in his services. Clubs like Toronto FC, Chicago and New England are willing to offer him the multi million check book

Claude Makélélé is interested in a move to America. He said on a french TV show called Téléfoot that he was looking at a move their if Chelsea doesn't resolve his contract situation.