I think we're gonna sign Batistuta, watch this space it's on lads.

Effenburg's in the bag too....

redrus

Yeh, this <deleted> Burnley game isn't though.

Falcao was named on the bench, then withdrawn, now it looks he's off to Real Madrid.

Smart move by Bayern to latch on to Alonso given their midfield injuries. Smart move by Alonso given the prospect of much less playing time at RM. And as Stevie points out he'll ratchet up the learning process.

I'd wager we'll see Alonso and Mascherano facing off as managers within 6-7 years or less.

Have you heard either of them express an interest in management?

Bob Paisley ,Joe Fagan & Kenny Dalglish never hawked themselves out either!

Falcao > Real Madrid. That's what Falcao wants.

It is not rocket science.

Smart move by Bayern to latch on to Alonso given their midfield injuries. Smart move by Alonso given the prospect of much less playing time at RM. And as Stevie points out he'll ratchet up the learning process.

I'd wager we'll see Alonso and Mascherano facing off as managers within 6-7 years or less.

So just a wild guess then.

you won't like it but a mate of mine is friends with xabi alonso. and he has every intention of becoming a manager apparently. but you carry on.

Smart move by Bayern to latch on to Alonso given their midfield injuries. Smart move by Alonso given the prospect of much less playing time at RM. And as Stevie points out he'll ratchet up the learning process.

I'd wager we'll see Alonso and Mascherano facing off as managers within 6-7 years or less.

So just a wild guess then.

you won't like it but a mate of mine is friends with xabi alonso. and he has every intention of becoming a manager apparently. but you carry on.

Yeh. That's what AVB and Sherwood said. Still waiting.

^

That serious Stevie mate...?

Quality. Even at his age would have been a serious addition to any top PL side, great great player that I'm sure you were sad to see leave.

And, would you have had him back now, at this stage.?

redrus

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That serious Stevie mate...?

Quality. Even at his age would have been a serious addition to any top PL side, great great player that I'm sure you were sad to see leave.

And, would you have had him back now, at this stage.?

redrus

Chelsea didn't want him, whatever romantic ballacks StevieH comes up with.

Alonso will be a television pundit as soon as Guardiola realises that he got it wrong and Alonso strung him a line.

Sky is saying in the UK this morning that Chelsea have met Loic Remy's 10.5m ... and then Wenger came in with a matching offer.

Surprised that Arsene did not offer 10.51m (although he will get more playing time with us and he's a frog, so Wenger must be relying on that to tip the balance)

I'm underwhelmed with that as a signing option - clearly just a make-weight to see us through to Giroud's recovery. Not really a target frontman either - he's shorter and lighter than I am. We've got enough clever quick ball-playing attacking mids that can stay upfield a bit more. Was hoping for a plan B type striker who would be a clear alternative to the Giroud mould.

But at this stage of the window needs must I guess.

Sky is saying in the UK this morning that Chelsea have met Loic Remy's 10.5m ... and then Wenger came in with a matching offer.

Surprised that Arsene did not offer 10.51m (although he will get more playing time with us and he's a frog, so Wenger must be relying on that to tip the balance)

I'm underwhelmed with that as a signing option - clearly just a make-weight to see us through to Giroud's recovery. Not really a target frontman either - he's shorter and lighter than I am. We've got enough clever quick ball-playing attacking mids that can stay upfield a bit more. Was hoping for a plan B type striker who would be a clear alternative to the Giroud mould.

But at this stage of the window needs must I guess.

Didn't he fail a medical at Liverpool?

Ahhh Chicog....he'll fit in perfectly.....in the treatment room.

Ahhh Chicog....he'll fit in perfectly.....in the treatment room.

I don't know if they've got the space.

Didn't he fail a medical at Liverpool?

Perfect for Arsenal then.

One of these seasons someone is going actually ask why Arsenal always have 15 players injured.

Its confirmed that Borussia Dortmund got their lost son, Shinji Kagawa back. I'm so happy he's back. I felt sorry that he didn't break through at Manu as he did with BVB.

That's why we hired the German. Not much you can do about broken bones though.

Kagawa will be hungry to play and prove himself all over over again.

I predict a barn-storming season or two and E60m move to Real.

That's why we hired the German. Not much you can do about broken bones though.

Shad Forsythe? He is a Yank mate....just helped with the Germans.

That's the one.

HOT.

Chelsea Football Club is delighted to announce the signing of Loic Remy from Queens Park Rangers.

Chelsea website.

Sky is saying in the UK this morning that Chelsea have met Loic Remy's 10.5m ... and then Wenger came in with a matching offer.

I'm underwhelmed with that as a signing option - clearly just a make-weight to see us through to Giroud's recovery. Not really a target frontman either - he's shorter and lighter than I am.

Er pardon?

'Remy, who is 6ft tall, is renowned for his pace, eye for goal and a versatility which has also allowed him to succeed in wide positions.'

Perfect fit for Chelsea.

Sky is saying in the UK this morning that Chelsea have met Loic Remy's 10.5m ... and then Wenger came in with a matching offer.

I'm underwhelmed with that as a signing option - clearly just a make-weight to see us through to Giroud's recovery. Not really a target frontman either - he's shorter and lighter than I am.

Er pardon?

'Remy, who is 6ft tall, is renowned for his pace, eye for goal and a versatility which has also allowed him to succeed in wide positions.'

Perfect fit for Chelsea.

Yes he's apparently also an utter prick.

Sky is saying in the UK this morning that Chelsea have met Loic Remy's 10.5m ... and then Wenger came in with a matching offer.

I'm underwhelmed with that as a signing option - clearly just a make-weight to see us through to Giroud's recovery. Not really a target frontman either - he's shorter and lighter than I am.

Er pardon?

'Remy, who is 6ft tall, is renowned for his pace, eye for goal and a versatility which has also allowed him to succeed in wide positions.'

Perfect fit for Chelsea.

Yes he's apparently also an utter prick.

and also a man of substance(s)......allegedly ) Fortunately, they are now out of his system.

Sky is saying in the UK this morning that Chelsea have met Loic Remy's 10.5m ... and then Wenger came in with a matching offer.

I'm underwhelmed with that as a signing option - clearly just a make-weight to see us through to Giroud's recovery. Not really a target frontman either - he's shorter and lighter than I am.

Er pardon?

'Remy, who is 6ft tall, is renowned for his pace, eye for goal and a versatility which has also allowed him to succeed in wide positions.'

Perfect fit for Chelsea.

Yes he's apparently also an utter prick.

Really? Care to explain?

Sky is saying in the UK this morning that Chelsea have met Loic Remy's 10.5m ... and then Wenger came in with a matching offer.

I'm underwhelmed with that as a signing option - clearly just a make-weight to see us through to Giroud's recovery. Not really a target frontman either - he's shorter and lighter than I am.

Er pardon?

'Remy, who is 6ft tall, is renowned for his pace, eye for goal and a versatility which has also allowed him to succeed in wide positions.'

Perfect fit for Chelsea.

Yes he's apparently also an utter prick.

Really? Care to explain?

I heard the substance issue rumour too....but I'm sure he'll be fine for you lot.

Sky is saying in the UK this morning that Chelsea have met Loic Remy's 10.5m ... and then Wenger came in with a matching offer.

I'm underwhelmed with that as a signing option - clearly just a make-weight to see us through to Giroud's recovery. Not really a target frontman either - he's shorter and lighter than I am.

Er pardon?

'Remy, who is 6ft tall, is renowned for his pace, eye for goal and a versatility which has also allowed him to succeed in wide positions.'

Perfect fit for Chelsea.

Yes he's apparently also an utter prick.

Really? Care to explain?

I heard the substance issue rumour too....but I'm sure he'll be fine for you lot.

Seemed to work for Gazza and Maradona mind.

Don't worry Chelski....Redknapp will buy him back tomorrow for 12 mill, just so he can be on Sky Sports leaning out of the car window on Transfer Deadline Day

Don't worry Chelski....Redknapp will buy him back tomorrow for 12 mill, just so he can be on Sky Sports leaning out of the car window on Transfer Deadline Day

He's getting Soldado on loan

.

Who brought Soldado over here in the first place? Baldini or AVB.

Costa's already got more goals from open play.

Sky is saying in the UK this morning that Chelsea have met Loic Remy's 10.5m ... and then Wenger came in with a matching offer.

I'm underwhelmed with that as a signing option - clearly just a make-weight to see us through to Giroud's recovery. Not really a target frontman either - he's shorter and lighter than I am.

Er pardon?

'Remy, who is 6ft tall, is renowned for his pace, eye for goal and a versatility which has also allowed him to succeed in wide positions.'

Perfect fit for Chelsea.

Yes he's apparently also an utter prick.

Really? Care to explain?

I heard the substance issue rumour too....but I'm sure he'll be fine for you lot.

Maybe Kerry Dixon convinced him to sign then............... :-D

Van Ginkel > Milan.

Season long loan confirmed.

I think that means Chelsea are now ok on the overseas players thing, which just leaves Cech book at £50mil as a bonus.

World's most expensive goalie could follow Luiz to PSG.