TRANSFER NEWS & GOSSIP: Tuesday 9th July
StrumSolo > 09/07/2013, 15:10
We’ll start with some new names to add to the big book of strikers who Chelsea are interested in, Summer 2013 edition. Christian Benteke’s there, he also just handed in a transfer request at Villa. Coincidence? Luis Suarez too, £40m. Better luck next time Arsenal. The Blues have had a second bid for John Ruddy rejected though. I’ll say it again; Thibaut Courtois.
Gareth Barry’s in talks with Arsenal about a £4m move, he’s no Luis Suarez, but still… City will get over the disappointment of losing Barry by signing Fiorentina’s Stevan Jovetic for £27m. They’ll have to make do without Pepe though, he’s staying at Real Madrid.
Several clubs are competing for Kevin Strootman, according to Kevin Strootman, but none of them are top teams apparently. Does that mean Man Utd are out of the picture, or his he just mugging them off? Calling them small-time is no way to encourage offers, Kev. Leighton Baines is wisely keeping his mouth shut, and as such Everton are expecting a call from David Moyes with an improved bid.
It’s bad news for Hull and Charlie Austin, the Burnley striker has failed his medical. And Newcastle are in for Loic Remy, who’s totally French!