GoranBadlund Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 I cant create threads, so I put this one here, in case no one else have done it. http://www.goal.com/en/Articolo.aspx?ContenutoId=399396 anyone know ANYTHING about this? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest johnson293 Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 http://www.goal.com/en/Articolo.aspx?ContenutoId=399396 Dont know how reliable the source is, but this story appeared via NewsNow... Goal.com has learned that American starlet Danny Szetela has turned down an offer from Roma in favor of a move to Newcastle. Columbus Crew and U.S. under-20 midfielder Danny Szetela has rejected a four-year deal to join Roma before the close of the summer transfer window. Instead, according to a source close to the situation who spoke exclusively to Goal.com, the 20-year-old New Jersey native has entered into an agreement to join Newcastle of the English Premier League on January 1. The news means Szetela will remain with the Columbus through the end of the 2007 season. The team is currently in 5th place in the Eastern Conference, and one point behind the Colorado Rapids in the race for the final playoff spot. Ever since Szetela put in a head-turning performance at this summer’s FIFA Under-20 World Cup, several European clubs have been chasing his signature. Rumors of a move to EPL club Everton were unfounded, according to sources, but both Roma and crosstown rivals Lazio were reportedly in the running to secure his services. If Szetela had accepted Roma’s offer, he would’ve joined Sampdoria’s Gabriel Ferrari as the only two Americans in the Italian Serie A. Szetela has made 34 appearances since joining Columbus in 2004 as a 17 year old on the strength of a fine display at the 2003 U-17 World Cup in Finland. Standing at 5’11” (1.80 m), 175-pound (79 kg), he can provide a strong presence in the middle of the park, distribute well, and is capable of joining the attack when the opportunity presents itself, as evidenced by his three goals in this summer’s U-20 World Cup. His MLS career has not been as stellar. To date, he has not scored a goal for the Black & Gold and posted only three assists in four years. But he has been plagued with injuries, including a broken left foot, a sprained right knee, and a concussion. In 2006, he saw action in only 4 matches due to injuries. The terms or length of the Newcastle deal were not divulged. -- Greg Lalas, Goal.com USA Big Sam planning for January already? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ikon Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 Interesting..Anyone ever heard of the guy? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
GM Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 I cant create threads, so I put this one here, in case no one else have done it. http://www.goal.com/en/Articolo.aspx?ContenutoId=399396 anyone know ANYTHING about this? American Szetela Rejects Roma for Newcastle Goal.com has learned that American starlet Danny Szetela has turned down an offer from Roma in favor of a move to Newcastle. Columbus Crew and U.S. under-20 midfielder Danny Szetela has rejected a four-year deal to join Roma before the close of the summer transfer window. Instead, according to a source close to the situation who spoke exclusively to Goal.com, the 20-year-old New Jersey native has entered into an agreement to join Newcastle of the English Premier League on January 1. The news means Szetela will remain with the Columbus through the end of the 2007 season. The team is currently in 5th place in the Eastern Conference, and one point behind the Colorado Rapids in the race for the final playoff spot. Ever since Szetela put in a head-turning performance at this summer’s FIFA Under-20 World Cup, several European clubs have been chasing his signature. Rumors of a move to EPL club Everton were unfounded, according to sources, but both Roma and crosstown rivals Lazio were reportedly in the running to secure his services. If Szetela had accepted Roma’s offer, he would’ve joined Sampdoria’s Gabriel Ferrari as the only two Americans in the Italian Serie A. Szetela has made 34 appearances since joining Columbus in 2004 as a 17 year old on the strength of a fine display at the 2003 U-17 World Cup in Finland. Standing at 5’11” (1.80 m), 175-pound (79 kg), he can provide a strong presence in the middle of the park, distribute well, and is capable of joining the attack when the opportunity presents itself, as evidenced by his three goals in this summer’s U-20 World Cup. His MLS career has not been as stellar. To date, he has not scored a goal for the Black & Gold and posted only three assists in four years. But he has been plagued with injuries, including a broken left foot, a sprained right knee, and a concussion. In 2006, he saw action in only 4 matches due to injuries. The terms or length of the Newcastle deal were not divulged. Have to say...that bit in italics would have sounded spot on if Glenn Roeder was still the manager. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ohmelads Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 I would assume his contract is running out? Always thought 'Goal' were one of these sites that just regurgitated news from elsewhere but they seem to be the only people running this. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest johnson293 Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 This bit aint too promising... His MLS career has not been as stellar. To date, he has not scored a goal for the Black & Gold and posted only three assists in four years. But he has been plagued with injuries, including a broken left foot, a sprained right knee, and a concussion. In 2006, he saw action in only 4 matches due to injuries. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 Always thought 'Goal' were one of these sites that just regurgitated news from elsewhere but they seem to be the only people running this. Elsewhere on the site they have a supposedly exclusive interview with the player so maybe it's their own story. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ohmelads Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 This bit aint too promising... His MLS career has not been as stellar. To date, he has not scored a goal for the Black & Gold and posted only three assists in four years. But he has been plagued with injuries, including a broken left foot, a sprained right knee, and a concussion. In 2006, he saw action in only 4 matches due to injuries. Dyer's replacement? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ElDiablo Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 This bit aint too promising... His MLS career has not been as stellar. To date, he has not scored a goal for the Black & Gold and posted only three assists in four years. But he has been plagued with injuries, including a broken left foot, a sprained right knee, and a concussion. In 2006, he saw action in only 4 matches due to injuries. Can't really do much about a broken foot or concussion, wrong place wrong time stuff. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnypd Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 talented player, saw him play a few youth games for the USA schoolboys a couple of years ago and was usually the best player on the pitch. scored a long range shot against england schoolboys in one game. deep lying defensive midfielder with a good range of passing from what i saw but i think he has played right-back since then. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 This bit aint too promising... His MLS career has not been as stellar. To date, he has not scored a goal for the Black & Gold and posted only three assists in four years. But he has been plagued with injuries, including a broken left foot, a sprained right knee, and a concussion. In 2006, he saw action in only 4 matches due to injuries. Can't really do much about a broken foot or concussion, wrong place wrong time stuff. Peanut head tbh. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 How would we expect to get him a Work Permit? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dave Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 How would we expect to get him a Work Permit? Ask Tony tbh. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 Sounds like a box to box central midfielder, of which we do not have in the youth team. Pattison might have to start looking for other work. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
KaKa Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 talented player, saw him play a few youth games for the USA schoolboys a couple of years ago and was usually the best player on the pitch. scored a long range shot against england schoolboys in one game. deep lying defensive midfielder with a good range of passing from what i saw but i think he has played right-back since then. Another DM! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnypd Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 How would we expect to get him a Work Permit? has a polish passport. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimistic Nut Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 This bit aint too promising... His MLS career has not been as stellar. To date, he has not scored a goal for the Black & Gold and posted only three assists in four years. But he has been plagued with injuries, including a broken left foot, a sprained right knee, and a concussion. In 2006, he saw action in only 4 matches due to injuries. Well we paid £6m for Smith with a similar record so you never know... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carlito Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 Really good on FM to be honest, sign him up! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest exilim Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 Ohhh Santiago Munez! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaliMag Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 It would seem that goal.com had an exclusive interview with him on August 12th where he said he was likely to go to Roma... http://www.goal.com/en-us/Articolo.aspx?ContenutoId=380028 So this could be a follow up and another exclusive. Its not like anyone in Europe (like skynews) is going to care about a young MLS player with potential. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baron von Fat Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 Good player with bad injury luck, but not necessarily injury prone. I've seen him play many times. His game resembles Alan Smith's, though his range of passing is better, and he's a real box-to-box midfielder rather than a converted striker. He's a bit of a bling boy, though... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazza ladra Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 Go to Bigsoccer for the ongoing saga. http://www.bigsoccer.com/forum/showthread.php?t=581447 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest gggg Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 According to that site he was off to Brescia yesterday. http://www.goal.com/it/Articolo.aspx?ContenutoId=397979 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
La Parka Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 Football manager legend. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gazza ladra Posted August 30, 2007 Share Posted August 30, 2007 I like to that I've seen him and that he's good. But I haven't seen him in a while. Haven't really watched any MLS games since the league folded my club. Bastards. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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