Transfer News

Just because the season has ended abroad does not mean that things are cooling down in the football world. There have been several major changes to rosters in the Premier League and even more speculations of potential moves.

Recently, Manchester City has announced that they have successfully completed a transfer of Aston Villa’s Gareth Barry. Barry has been with Aston Villa for the last 12 seasons, however, he was interested in a move last summer, but the transfer window closed before anything concrete could happen. Man City has also confirmed their interest in one of the hottest strikers on the market, former Manchester United striker Carlos Tevez. If Manchester City can capture Tevez, then this club may be able to crack the top 4 next season.

At Liverpool, both Gerrard and Torres have signed new contracts and have confirmed their future with the Reds.

The Premier League Champions, Manchester United, have not made any changes to their roster with the exception of Carlos Tevez. However, the club has announced a new shirt deal with Aon Corporation for the 2010/11 season.

The big news has come out of Stamford Bridge. Roman Abramovich has attracted AC Milan’s manager, Carlo Ancelotti to England. With this move, hopefully Chelsea can build a championship team around Ancelotti. In addition to just acquiring Ancelotti, the AC Milan manager has many ties to other superstar players like Beckham and Kaka. Chelsea and Real Madrid are very interested in Kaka, and are currently in a bidding war for this midfielder. Also, Roman Abramovich’s appeal in Russia has attracted the likes of CSAK star Yuri Zhirkov. Although this is all speculation, Michael Ballack has penned a new contract with the club. I don’t understand why Chelsea would offer him another chance, but maybe they actually have a plan for him. When he signed in 2006, he had problems cracking into the starting line up. He was fairly unproductive with only 1 goal in 29 games. It is not that he is too old or outmatched in England; he just doesn’t seem to fit Chelsea’s style of play. Ricardo Carvalho has request a transfer from the London club after a unsuccessful personal year with his injury.

I’ll keep you guys updated. Until then, US Men’s National Team plays tonight…Go Red, White, and Blue!!!!!!!