SUPERTOON Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 One of the youngsters? Paris Saint Germain defender Mamadou Sakho has been scouted by Newcastle United as The Magpies compile a lengthy list of potential summer targets. The Paris-born youngster captained PSG at the tender age of 17, a French record, and has also skippered France Under-17s. Respected sources claim Newcastle posted representatives at the Coupe de la Ligue final, when Sakho impressed as his side overcame Lens in a dramatic match in front of Setanta Sports cameras, and a return trip to Paris is on the cards. Directors Dennis Wise and Tony Jimenez have handed manager Kevin Keegan a short-list of targets and the United boss will be clocking up the air miles to see them personally. "As far as their list goes, we'll be flying off over the next three or four weeks to look at the players we don't know," admitted Keegan recently. "We know their names but there are one or two on the list from Dennis that I haven't seen play." The 18-year-old is rumoured to be interested in moving to England, although PSG are likely to resist any approaches for their promising stopper. PSG would want a fair bit for him. There going down arent they? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baggio Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 One of the youngsters? Paris Saint Germain defender Mamadou Sakho has been scouted by Newcastle United as The Magpies compile a lengthy list of potential summer targets. The Paris-born youngster captained PSG at the tender age of 17, a French record, and has also skippered France Under-17s. Respected sources claim Newcastle posted representatives at the Coupe de la Ligue final, when Sakho impressed as his side overcame Lens in a dramatic match in front of Setanta Sports cameras, and a return trip to Paris is on the cards. Directors Dennis Wise and Tony Jimenez have handed manager Kevin Keegan a short-list of targets and the United boss will be clocking up the air miles to see them personally. "As far as their list goes, we'll be flying off over the next three or four weeks to look at the players we don't know," admitted Keegan recently. "We know their names but there are one or two on the list from Dennis that I haven't seen play." The 18-year-old is rumoured to be interested in moving to England, although PSG are likely to resist any approaches for their promising stopper. PSG would want a fair bit for him. There going down arent they? Maybe, there's a few of them on the same points. They would still want decent money for him if they do go down. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest sicko2ndbest Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 Keegan said of the situation: "I was supposed to have gone for lunch with Modric, but I can't remember it. We've earmarked about 20 players, he's one of the best midfielders in the world and the right age, but at the moment - and it's a sad thing - we've gone for three players and lost all three." Woodgate, Modric, ...........? http://www.thefootballnetwork.net/main/s70/st128556.htm Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ikon Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 Keegan said of the situation: "I was supposed to have gone for lunch with Modric, but I can't remember it. We've earmarked about 20 players, he's one of the best midfielders in the world and the right age, but at the moment - and it's a sad thing - we've gone for three players and lost all three." Woodgate, Modric, ...........? http://www.thefootballnetwork.net/main/s70/st128556.htm Diarra was mentioned earlier but i dont know.... (Pompey) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dokko Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 Keegan said of the situation: "I was supposed to have gone for lunch with Modric, but I can't remember it. We've earmarked about 20 players, he's one of the best midfielders in the world and the right age, but at the moment - and it's a sad thing - we've gone for three players and lost all three." Woodgate, Modric, ...........? http://www.thefootballnetwork.net/main/s70/st128556.htm Diarra was mentioned earlier but i dont know.... (Pompey) Diarra deal was lost due to us not having a manager. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SUPERTOON Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 Torsten Frings another option for DM there are loads of top quality ones surely we could get one? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disco Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 Few biggish French teams could go down, all have players worth looking at: PSG: Mamadou Sakho(as mentioned above), Bernard Mendy, David N'Gog Toulouse: Johan Elmander, Achille Emana, Jeremy Mathieu Lens: Aruna Dindane Auxerre: Thomas Kahlenberg I also agree that Jean Makoun is a very good shout. Lille are not one of the bigger clubs either so mayn't cost so much altho i imagine Lyon will be after him should someone else come in as they tend to hoover up the French talent (e.g. Bodmer & Toulalan - both good players too) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnypd Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 Metz are already down i think, should bid for miralem pjanic, just turned 18 and a very talented attacking midfielder for the future. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dinho lad Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 Metz are already down i think, should bid for miralem pjanic, just turned 18 and a very talented attacking midfielder for the future. being linked with arsenal as well. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
1878 Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 Few biggish French teams could go down, all have players worth looking at: PSG: Mamadou Sakho(as mentioned above), Bernard Mendy, David N'Gog Toulouse: Johan Elmander, Achille Emana, Jeremy Mathieu Lens: Aruna Dindane Auxerre: Thomas Kahlenberg I also agree that Jean Makoun is a very good shout. Lille are not one of the bigger clubs either so mayn't cost so much altho i imagine Lyon will be after him should someone else come in as they tend to hoover up the French talent (e.g. Bodmer & Toulalan - both good players too) L'Equipe says we're in talks with Modeste MBami from Marseille allegedly. Been linked to loads of players from France, past 2weeks Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cajun Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 I thought the other missed target was Barnes? Wasn't this confirmed in January. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
1878 Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 Newcastle boss Kevin Keegan has promised to deliver big-name players next season after missing out on Sol Campbell, Lassana Diarra and Luka Modric. (Daily Mirror) This mornings BBC gossip column ^ Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cajun Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 I think thats just the media taking a guess. From the interviews I have seen Keegan doesn't mention the players and as others have said we missed out on Diarra before Keegan was even here. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baggio Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 We were linked with Campbell in January too when he walked out. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sport/main.jhtml?xml=/sport/2008/01/21/ufncampbell121.xml Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Liam Liam Liam O Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 Wouldn't want Campbell next year tbh. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coxaux Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 Realistic targets I'd be looking at: Goran Gavrančić Currently out on loan from Dinamo Kiev, would provide a real physical presence in the back four. Was famously part of the back four that concded one goal in the build up to the 2004 European cup. Christian Obodo A powerful midfielder that would add real steel to the midfield. However question marks remain over his fitness. Paulo Assunção Very classy defensive Midfielder available for a reasonable fee. His ball retention and experience make him a regular for Porto but the lure of the Premier League would surely be too much for the Brazilian. Rio Mavuba A younger alternative to Assunção, loaned to Lille and although he isn't a regular he looks a class act when ever he appears. Would add solidarity to the center of midfield, although a question mark would remain over his fee. Roberto Soldado Placed on the transfer by real madrid, Soldado would provide a direct replacement for Mark Viduka. His physical presence and ball control make him a handful for defenders and this mold makes him perfect for the Premier League. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thespence Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 Roberto Soldado Placed on the transfer by real madrid, Soldado would provide a direct replacement for Mark Viduka. His physical presence and ball control make him a handful for defenders and this mold makes him perfect for the Premier League. People said the same thing F.Moreintes it is okay being a big tough Spainiard in Spain but most them get whacked out the Premiership. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
McCormick Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 Wright-phillips would've been a jump up and down on my sofa signing a week and a half ago... now its more of a "meh, but look spurs bought modric". We need a "Extremely hopeful summer targets thread" (although it can't be much different to some of the posts i'm seeing here). harper beye faye dunne a. cole/ enrique bentley l.diarra joe cole owen martins huntelaar There's my never-gonna-happen team for next season Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest VegasToon Posted April 28, 2008 Share Posted April 28, 2008 Wright-phillips would've been a jump up and down on my sofa signing a week and a half ago... now its more of a "meh, but look spurs bought modric". We need a "Extremely hopeful summer targets thread" (although it can't be much different to some of the posts i'm seeing here). harper beye faye dunne a. cole/ enrique bentley l.diarra joe cole owen martins huntelaar There's my never-gonna-happen team for next season Could you imagine how many goals we would score? :frantic: :frantic: :frantic: Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
LooneyToonArmy Posted April 29, 2008 Share Posted April 29, 2008 Newcastle want West Ham striker Dean Ashton, and are also interested in Everton left-back Leighton Baines and Rangers defender Carlos Cuellar. Spaniard Cuellar could be landed as part of a swap deal involving £5m-rated Alan Smith. (Various) bbc gossip Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Syrette Posted April 29, 2008 Share Posted April 29, 2008 Also from BBC gossip... Sunderland will hand manager Roy Keane an £80m transfer kitty. (The Sun) Tottenham have begun talks with Valencia over £16m-rated striker David Villa, who they see as a perfect replacement for Dimitar Berbatov. Spurs also want to sign Sevilla winger Diego Capel. (Daily Mail) Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
NG32 Posted April 29, 2008 Share Posted April 29, 2008 Ha ha ha ha 80 million. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
aussiemag Posted April 29, 2008 Share Posted April 29, 2008 they could buy half the championship for 80 mill haha Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tooj Posted April 29, 2008 Share Posted April 29, 2008 they could buy half the championship for 80 mill haha That was last summer's dealings. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dokko Posted April 29, 2008 Share Posted April 29, 2008 £16m for Villa? What we waiting for? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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