Evra set to sign for United

Sir Alex Ferguson has confirmed Monaco defender Patrice Evra will undergo a medical on Monday prior to joining Manchester United. Patrice Evra has been capped by France 5 times and is set to sign for £5 million. He will join Nemanja Vidic as the second signing United have made in January. Ferguson said: "The deal is done, he will come in Monday."We have been looking at him for some time since Gabriel Heinze was injured in September." Evra was also wanted by Inter Milan but decided to go to Manchester United.


I think Patrice Evra is a quality player who has pace, power and alot of skill. He has proven himself on many levels including international level. He was a part of the Monaco team that almost won the champions league in 2004. I think he will be a great signing for United.

Newcastle linked with Joaquin

Spainish international Joaquin has declared that Newcastle have expressed an intrest in bringing him to St James' Park. Joaquin has been linked with moves to Chelsea, Liverpool and Manchester United in previous years and he has said "I'm flattered by the constant attention he is receiving from various European clubs but I'm not prepared to discuss my future at this stage of the season". He also added "These stories do appear every year though".



However in Spain the media suggest that Real Betis will have to sell their best player in order to buy big players in January. It does appear that it will cost any club at least 15 million euro. I have pointed it out before and I will point it out again Joaquin is one of the best right wingers in the world and I think it would be great to see him in the Premiership. However I don't think he should move to Newcastle but I think he should move to Liverpool or Manchester United.

Mandaric eyes manager

Portsmouth's chairman Milan Mandaric has drawn up a list of possible of successor's to Alain Perrain. The list includes Neil Warnock of Sheffield United, Former Hearts boss George Burley and 72 year-old Sir Bobby Robson. But another contender, Ruud Gullit, has reportedly rejected initial approaches from Mandaric to take over from Perrin. Warnock looks like the favourite to succeed Perrian but Yorkshire club's plc chairman Kevin McCabe has expressed his concern at the increasing speculation that Warnock could move to Pompey.



There are also a couple of outside bet that people should look out for including Iain Dowie of Crystal Palace and Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane. I think it is highly unlike that Keane would go to Portsmouth unless they offered him a role as player/manager.



Overall I believe Neil Warnock may be tempted into leaving Sheffield United and go to the Premiership even thought he will probably be in the Premiership next year. I think they should go for George Burley, he worked wonders at Hearts and Portsmouth need a manager that can work wonders or else they could face the drop come the end of the season.

Chimbonda signs new four year deal

Wigan defender Pascal Chimbonda has signed a new four year deal with Wigan. Chimbonda signed from Bastia for £500,000 in the summer and was given a three year deal with a buy out clause."I'm surprised how well it's gone so far, but when you are offered new terms so soon it means people have confidence in you," he told the club website. The former Bastia player has scored the winning goal in Wigan's last two matches, in a run of six straight wins which has taken them to second in the Premiership. Chimbonda however is not surprised at how well Wigan are currently doing, Chimbonda said "I saw what good players we had here, how hard everyone works, and how much everyone respects the manager."


Chimbonda is a great player and one of the signings of the summer according to me. He has become a hero among the Wigan fans and most of the other premiership supporters. He plays right back for Wigan but has already scored a couple of goals for high-flying Wigan. He plays in a solid defence with De Zeeuw, Hencoz and Baines which has been one of Wigan's strong points this season.

Ireland's Dream Ends

The Republic of Ireland's World Cup dream ended last night ended when Ireland drew 0-0 against Switzerland. Ireland had many chances but Robbie Keane, John O'Shea and Clintion Morrison all missed chances. The draw saw the Switz through to the world cup play-offs where they should get an easy draw. The game also saw the end of Kenny Cunningham's international caraer and may see Brian Kerr end his regime as Ireland manager.


I was at the match and I thought Ireland were crap. Robbie Keane and Clintion Morrison had countless chances but ruined each by trying to do every thing with to much flair. As for Brian Kerr I think the man should just step down and maybe look for a club job. I would love to see either David O' Leary or Martin O' Neill take over as Ireland manager and hopefully bring back the glory days for Irish Fotball

England Squad Annouced

England squad for the World Cup qualifiers against Austria (8 October) and Poland (12 October):

Goalkeepers: Paul Robinson (Tottenham), Robert Green (Norwich), Chris Kirkland (Liverpool/West Brom)

Defenders: Ashley Cole (Arsenal), Phil Neville (Everton), Luke Young (Charlton), Jamie Carragher (Liverpool), Rio Ferdinand (Man Utd), John Terry (Chelsea), Sol Campbell (Arsenal), Ledley King (Tottenham)

Midfielders: David Beckham (Real Madrid), Steven Gerrard (Liverpool), Frank Lampard (Chelsea), Joe Cole (Chelsea), Shaun Wright-Phillips (Chelsea), Jermaine Jenas (Tottenham), Alan Smith (Man Utd), Kieran Richardson (Man Utd)

Strikers: Michael Owen (Newcastle), Wayne Rooney (Man Utd), Jermain Defoe (Tottenham), Darren Bent (Charlton), Peter Crouch (Liverpool).

This is the squad for the two world cup qualifier. Alan Smith has been called up after his impressive display for Manchester United. Sol Campbell returns to the squad after his injury. I think the main surprise is that both Scott Parker and Danny Murphy haven't been called up. It looks like a strong squad for two vital games.

Carragher rules out title bid

Jamie Carragher has today ruled out Liverpool's chances of winning the premiership but has told press that Liverpool aim to break into the top 3. "It's going to be very difficult for us to win the league this time when you look at Chelsea's start and the signings they have made," said Carragher. He also believes that Liverpool do have a good chance of retaining the Champions League due to the signing of some quality players during the summer.


I don't think Liverpool have a chance of winning the premiership this season or in any other season for that matter. However I do believe that with one or two good signings in January then Liverpool could break into the top 3 and with names like Joaquin floating around as a possible signing then the future may look bright for Liverpool.

Joaquin wants Liverpool move

Real Betis and Spain right winger Joaquin has stated his desire to play for the Europen Champions Liverpool. Joaquin was a transfer target for Chelsea last summer and is regarged as one of the best right wingers in the world. Liverpool are currently looking for a new right winger due to Luis Garcia poor form."I know Liverpool are looking for a right winger and I'd love to play there if they want me," the Spaniard told the News of the World. Joaquin is set to play against Liverpool on Tuesday in the champions league.


I personally think Joaquin is the best right winger in the world and believe he would fit in great at Liverpool. Joaquin has pace,skills,brains and a eye for goals. At 24 years of age I think he has the poteinal to become one of the greatest right wingers ever but I think he needs to move to a bigger club to show his talents. Wheater Liverpool is the right move remains to be seen.