Will Real still let Robinho go?

In light of Cristiano Ronaldo’s decision to remain at Manchester United, Real Madrid have found themselves in a very interesting situation. With the signing of Rafael Van Der Vaart, Real Madrid now have a replacement for the Brazilian winger and bearing in mind that Robinho has told Real to let him join Chelsea; Will Real Madrid let him go?

Incidentally, Robinho’s reasons for wanting to leave the Santiago Bernabeu are simply that he feels unappreciated at the club and ironically coach Bernd Schuster has stated that he does not want the utility striker to leave. Chelsea though have made a €30million for Robinho which was turned down by Real Madrid who wanted €40million for the player; a tidy sum and even though Chelsea are big spenders, Real Madrid may not get the amount they require.

Also with a number of Chelsea players calling for the Brazilian at Stamford Bridge, Robinho may make a move to the Premiership where he is sure that he is needed.

Robinho admits Chelsea’s contact

Real Madrid winger Robinho has verbalized his intentions as it relates to his future at Real Madrid, the Brazilian has stated that Chelsea have approached him, however he went on to further state that no agreement has been reached with the club. Recent reports have stated that the skillful striker have indicated his intentions to join Chelsea to Real Madrid, however Madrid will not agree to a transfer until they are certain of Manchester United’s Cristiano Ronaldo.

Robinho in a news release stated that “The season is only just beginning and I have proposals from other clubs, such as Chelsea.” “Nothing is secure, though. We’re still talking.” Robinho’s career at Real Madrid seems to be dependent on the arrival or lack thereof of Cristiano Ronaldo.

Real Madrid’s pawn like treatment of the Brazilian has definitely added to increasing speculations that he will leave for Stamford Bridge and with new signee Deco stating his approval, Robinho may be singing the Blues soon.

Anelka urges Chelsea to get Robinho

Chelsea striker and Frenchman Nicolas Anelka has boldly advised the Stamford Bridge based team to complete the signing of Brazilian winger Robinho. The Blues have stated their intent on signing the Brazilian and made an official bid of over £30million which was turned down by los Blancos, who are demanding a price closer to £50million.

Anelka stated that “He can play everywhere, he’s a very good player,” said Anelka. “He can score, he can give some assists. He’s always good for a player like me – a striker – and for Chelsea.” This could be an ideal time for the Blues to make another bid for the Brazilian since Cristiano Ronaldo has confirmed that hhe will be joining Real Madrid.

Shevchenko returns to Milan

Chelsea striker Ukrainian Andrei Shevchenko looks set to make a return to the San Siro; reports indicate that the former AC Milan player is parting ways with Chelsea and may arrive in Milan in the next few days.

AC Milan have found themselves in a very uncomfortable situation; a situation which may cost them the Scudetto. Milan find themselves in desperate need of a striker; a proven striker. With AC Milan’s suffering injury; Carlo Ancelotti will certainly welcome the man who scored 127 goals in 208 appearances for the club. Anchelotti stated that “If I see Shevchenko in Moscow I will say hello to him. The player will not go to any other Italian club apart from Milan.”

Having looked a shadow of himself since arriving at Stamford Bridge; Shevchenko has always indicated that he wishes to return to Milan at some stage of his career and what a time to do so. Milan officials are expected to talk with Shevchenko at a tournament in Russia which Chelsea and Milan will participate in, which could see the Ukrainian making his return as early as next week.

Drogba to Barcelona for €25m

Barcelona will have to pay €25m if they hope to secure Didier Drogba’s signature away from Chelsea after the striker made it clear that he wanted to leave the Premier League club. Barcelona will be looking to step up their pursuit of the Ivorian striker as a replacement for the departing Samuel Eto’o.

Chelsea through newly appointed coach Luiz Felipe Scholari has stated that they want the striker to stay and will only agree to a transfer if a suitable replacement is found. On the other hand Drogba has wanted to leave Stamford Bridge since the departure of Jose Mourinho who is now the coach of Inter Milan, so much so that the player has agreed to sign a three year contract at the Nou Camp.

The 30 year old striker has stated that he wishes to play in either Italy or Spain before his career comes to an end and has take Barcelona’s timely interest as a catalyst for leaving the club and to put the cherry on top; his absence from Chelsea’s tour of the Far East.

Terry encouraging Lampard to stay

Chelsea captain and English international John Terry has stated that he is trying to convince Chelsea and English teammate Frank Lampard to stay at Stamford Bridge. Lampard has been involved in a transfer which would see him linking up with former Chelsea coach Jose Mourinho at Inter Milan.

Terry who has said that he and Lampard are very good friends has stated that “I’m very good friends with Frank and we have spoken about it, but the situation is ongoing with the club and Frank.” The Chelsea captain further stated that “The players and Frank all want him to stay, but it’s down to Frank and the club to sort it out. We are here to focus on the football, but hopefully while he’s here the club can sort it out.”

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