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19 years old midfielders Ederson from Juventude-RS has signed a 6 months loan with Nice. Ederson was the Champion of the World of less than 17 years with the selecao in 2003. The player, who will carry number 8, should begin trainings with the group on Tuesday. “Nice a very good team, but much more […]
The 23 years old striker Claudio Mejolaro, called the “Pitbull”, already involved Monday morning with the champions of Europe in title and should sign a four year old contract and half. Porto are hoping Claudio Mejolaro will bolster the weakest attack the club have had in a decade. “This is the kind of player we […]
Benfica have offered Kleberson an escape route from Manchester United but The Red Devils are reluctant to let their Brazilian misfit leave. The South American has failed to justify the £7 million price-tag that accompanied his move from Atletico Paranaense and was last seen getting injured in the Carling Cup win over Arsenal. Benfica coach […]
Schalke 04 star striker Ailton has bemoaned the attacking strength in depth of the German national squad, and believes that he would easily merit a place in the side. The prolific ex-Werder Bremen man struggled to settle in at Arena AufSchalke but has reclaimed his best form as his new side put themselves joint top […]
The agent of Robinho has revealed that the Brazilian youngster is ‘very close’ to signing for Real Madrid. Speaking to Spanish journalists, Juan Figger claimed a deal with Real was near to completion, but revealed that the player would not be moving to Spain until the summer at the earliest. “Legally the player can not […]
Forward Luizão has officially joined São Paulo for the season 2005. The world champion 2002 signed a contract last Friday with the Paulista club, the duration and the value were not revealed. At 29 years old, Luiz Carlos Goulart will try to boost his career after one year 2004 disappointing under the colors of Hertha […]
Deportivo La Coruna president Lendoiro said that Savio is the candidate number one for the left-handed band of the next season. During all time when Savio played in Spain he was dream of Deportivo’s president. In fact, the Lendoiro has spoken personally with the player several times in the last years, leaving him clear that […]
Lyon beat Sochaux 2-0 in their first league match of 2005 and take lead over second-placed Lille on six points. it is significant that the defence of Lyon, led by Cris, was perfect. Now Cris (who is the best defender of French championship according to L’EQUIPE), Nilmar, Juninho Pernambucano and Caçapa have real chance to […]
The 38 years old veteran striker Romario has agreed a deal to play for Vasco da Gama. But before he said that want to finish his career. Vasco president Oliveira Miranda says that Romario joins the club on a short-term basis, before deciding his next move. “We have agreed to have Romario to play the […]
Two hours after being moved apart from Corinthians for the season 2005, midfielder Fabio Baiano has found a new club. Indeed, the champion of Brazil in title, FC Santos, has jumped at the opportunity to recruit a free and talented player. At 29 years old, Baiano was considered as the motor of the Corinthians middle […]
The son of the Seleção legendary offensive midfielder, Zico, has joined the Parana club of Coritiba. Thiago Coimbra, 22 years old, leaves CFZ (centro de futebol Zico) to taste with the joys of professional football. Like his father, Thiago has been trained in Flamengo before to join Paulista of Jundiaí in 2003. Since, the offensive […]
Its is claimed in the English and Spanish press that Valencia have signed a pre-contact with Edu and will move to the Mestalla at the end of the season. The Brazilian has been stalling over inking a new deal at Highbury for several months. Barcelona, Real Madrid and Manchester United have all been suggested as […]
São Paulo FC trained by Emerson Leão has registered its third recruit for the season 2005. After recruits of Goias defensive midfielder Josué and the futsal world champion, Falcão, Paulista managers have enlisted the Brazilian international (1 selection in 2001 against Peru), Mineiro, from São Caetano. Mineiro, 29 years old, elected as the best defensive […]
Real Madrid, Chelsea and Portuguese giants Benfica have all been jostling to land the Santos star – but Robinho appears to have his heart set on a move to El Santiago Bernabeu. Robinho’s agent Wagner Ribeiro has now confirmed that both the offers from Chelsea and Benfica have been rejected. “We have said no to […]
Exclusive interview of Eduardo Adelino [photo=r1092056237.jpg id=40 align=right] Samba Foot How do you feel with your current team ? Eduardo I’m really very happy with my new team which has trusted me and has given to me the opportunity to show my capabilities. This year, the team is competitive. I’m glad to work with my […]
Former Brazil coach Wanderley Luxemburgo looks set to make a sensational move to Real Madrid. Luxemburgo has just won his second consectutive championship in Brazil and it would appear this has caught Madrid’s eye. It is unclear if Luxemburgo will start immediatelly or next season as there are conflicting reports coming from Brazil. Luxemburgo’s arrival […]
Porto midfielder Carlos Alberto’s agent has reacted coolly to reports linking his client with a move to Corinthians. Corinthians are making waves in the transfer market, having recently snared Carlos Tevez from Boca Juniors, and it is being claimed they are looking to bolster their ranks with the capture of Carlos Alberto. The player’s agent […]
Internazionale are closing in on Brazilian goalkeeper Julio Cesar. The Flamengo shot-stopper was not thought to be too keen on a move to Europe, but it now seems he is on the verge of moving to Serie A. The keeper’s agent, Josias Cardosa, says that Cesar just has to complete a medical to seal a […]
Romario has announced he is to retire from professional football. The 38-year-old claims the physical strain of playing has now become too much for him and is ready to hang up his boots. “I will stop, I can’t give anymore,” the World Cup winner stated. “I don’t feel strong enough to keep playing football anymore.” […]
Unhappy Celtic star Juninho is now on the shopping list of two foreign clubs. Alerted by the little midfielder’s lack of first-team opportunities at Parkhead, Botafogo last night announced they are in negotiations to take him home to Brazil. This follows a claim by Mexican outfit Red Sharks Veracruz that the 32-year-old would sign for […]
Italian Inter Milan are on the verge of signing Brazilian goalkeeper Julio Cesar on a three-year deal from Flamengo, the player’s agent said on Thursday. “The negotiations are at an advanced stage. Now the player will undergo a medical examination,” Josias Cardoso told Brazilian radio. If the deal goes ahead, Cesar will become the second […]
Barcelona’s Brazilian playmaker Ronaldinho was named FIFA World Player of the Year on Monday. Ronaldinho, 24, totalled 620 points followed by Thierry Henry of Arsenal and France on 552. Newly-crowned European Footballer of the Year Andriy Shevchenko of AC Milan and Ukraine was third on 253. “For me just to be selected and to be […]
Going into to today’s final game Santos had a 1 point advantage over Atlético-PR. So a win would assure them victory and clinch the Brazilian championship. And the safe return of Robinho’s mother would mean that Robinho would be fit to play in what would possibly be his final Santos game. So as Luxemburg’s men […]
Kidnappers have freed the mother of Robinho, six weeks after seizing her at gunpoint from a party in Sao Paulo. Marina Lima de Souza, 43, was found in the west of the city overnight, according to Brazilian news reports. It has been suggested that a ransom was paid.This will surely prompt a chase for the […]