Shaw: I'm thrilled and excited

United today confirmed the news that the defender has signed a four-year deal at the club and he has now spoken for the first time about the big move. He said:

"I am thrilled and excited to be joining Manchester United. I have been at Southampton since I was eight years old and I would like to thank them and the fans for everything they have done for me.

"I want to continue to progress my career and joining United is the ideal place for me to do that. I am looking forward to this new chapter in my life and also looking forward to learning from the world class players and management at the club."Shaw has become the second signing for new boss Louis Van Gaal, with the Dutchman also securing a deal yesterday for Ander Herrera from Athletic Bilbao.(soccerheatbase)

Uruguayan striker future uncertain

The center forward, who scored 31 Premier League goals for Liverpool last season, despite a 10 game ban for biting Branislav Ivanovic last April, has been linked with both Real Madrid and Barcelona. Liverpool also have the option to sack Suarez, who will be missing for 12 Premier League games, following the incident. 

Manager Brendan Rodgers is also mulling over two £80 million bids from both Real and Barcelona, with a move probably the best for both parties. The players lawyer, Alejandro Balbi stated to the waiting Media about the striker's near future.

“Tomorrow we will meet in Barcelona with Liverpool’s lawyers,” he told Cadena Cope. Interestingly, Balbi also claimed Pere Guardiola, the agent brother of former Barcelona manager Pep Guardiola, will also be present at the meeting – something which will fuel claims that Suárez could be set to move to the Nou Camp this summer.“Tomorrow we will talk with Pere Guardiola,” Balbi added when asked about a potential move for Suárez from Liverpool to Barcelona. (soccerheatbase)

Italian defender Giorgio Chiellini believes ban is too excessive

It was then announced yesterday that the Uruguayan and Liverpool striker would miss the next nine Uruguay matches and would also be banned from any football activity for four months, meaning he won't play or train until nearly November.

However, despite being bitten by Suarez, Chiellini believes FIFA have been too harsh on the 27-year-old, and has claimed the ban is too excessive.

“Now inside me there are no feelings of joy, revenge or anger against Suarez for an incident, which happened on the pitch and is done.“There only remains the anger and the disappointment about the match. At the moment, my only thought is for Luis and his family, because they will face a very difficult period. 

“I have always unequivocally considered the disciplinary interventions by the competent bodies, but at the same time I believe the proposed formula is excessive. “I sincerely hope he will be allowed to stay close to his teammates during the games, because such a ban is really alienating for a player.”

Uruguay are very dissapointed to hear that there main striker will  not complete the World cup.(soccerheatbase)

Agent reveals that Balotelli wants to move to Arsenal

Balotelli's agent Mino Raiola has revealed that his client is ready to make a move to the Premier League and Arsenal.The striker wants to forget the bad memories his had in Brazil exiting the World cup in the group stages with only one goal from the striker,which is very poor for a striker of his quality.

And the ex-Inter star's representative Mino Raiola claims a move to the Gunners might be on the cards."Mario is sad, desperate. Only Galliani has defended him while the FIGC (Italian football federation) remains absolutely silent."I appreciate Galliani's comments but now I want to respond to Barbara Berlusconi.

"If for her Mario is replaceable, she should set up a meeting in the club's headquarters and we will find a solution, just as I am used to doing."I remember that Mario had other important offers. He (Balotelli) is at Milan because of his heart - her (Berlusconi), I don't know."(soccerheatbase)

Herrera happy with his move

told United's website: "Signing for Manchester United is a dream come true. I have played at Old Trafford for Athletic Club in the UEFA Europa League and it was one of the highlights of my career so far."I have joined United to do all I can to help the team reach the club's objectives. Having arrived on Tuesday, I'm excited to now be living in Manchester and I can't wait for my first game in United's famous red shirt."I will never forget my time with Athletic Club and I'd like to thank the fans and staff for all their support and, above all, wish all my fantastic former team-mates all the best for the future."(soccerheatbase)

Official statement from FIFA regarding Luis Suarez

The statement read:
The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has reached a decision in the case related to Luis Suárez of Uruguay following an incident that occurred during the FIFA World Cup™ match between Italy and Uruguay played on 24 June 2014.
The FIFA Disciplinary Committee has decided that:
The player Luis Suárez is regarded as having breached art. 48 par. 1 lit. d of the FIFA Disciplinary Code (FDC) (assault), and art. 57 of the FDC (an act of unsporting behaviour towards another player).
The player Luis Suárez is to be suspended for nine (9) official matches. The first match of this suspension is to be served in the upcoming FIFA World Cup™ fixture between Colombia and Uruguay on 28 June 2014. The remaining match suspensions shall be served in Uruguay’s next FIFA World Cup match(es), as long as the team qualifies, and/or in the representative team’s subsequent official matches in accordance with art. 38 par. 2a) of the FDC.
The player Luis Suárez is banned from taking part in any kind of football-related activity (administrative, sports or any other) for a period of four (4) months in accordance with art. 22 of the FDC.
A stadium ban is pronounced against the player Luis Suárez in accordance with art. 21 of the FDC as follows: the player Luis Suárez is prohibited from entering the confines of any stadium during the period of the ban (point 3). The player Luis Suárez is prohibited from entering the confines of any stadium in which the representative team of Uruguay is playing while he has to serve the nine-match suspension (point 2).
The player Luis Suárez is ordered to pay a fine in the amount of CHF 100,000.The decision was notified to the player and the Uruguayan FA today.'Such behaviour cannot be tolerated on any football pitch, and in particular not at a FIFA World Cup when the eyes of millions of people are on the stars on the field. The Disciplinary Committee took into account all the factors of the case and the degree of Mr Suarez’s guilt in accordance with the relevant provisions of the Code. The decision comes into force as soon it is communicated,' said Claudio Sulser, chairman of the FIFA Disciplinary Committee.(soccerheatbase)

Milan chairman rules out transfer for Balotelli

Balotelli had been linked with a move away from the Serie A club, and Arsene Wenger had looked certain to swiftly tie up a deal for the striker. Milan had also reportedly told Balotelli that he could leave the San Siro. But Arsenal will have to look elsewhere, with chairman Galliani pulling the plug.
Galliani stated in a recent interview with the Italian press.

"I don't like that it seems as though the national team lost due to Balotelli. Italy lost for other reasons.

"Balotelli has been the only striker who scored, others didn't have a shot on target."It's not understood why people only talk about Balotelli, when the national team had a coach, technical staff and 22 other players.

"Let's talk about the group. Now it seems the disappointment has been Balotelli. I don't understand this and I prefer avoiding other comments." Balotelli signed from Manchester City in the January of 2013, and scored 14 League goals in 30 Serie A games for Milan. (soccerheatbase)

Luis Suarez is on the verge of being sacked by several of his sponsors, following Tuesday's biting incident.

Suarez, boot company, Adidas are looking into the situation, and are, according to the Daily Mail, set to hold several meetings with the players representatives. Adidas UK manager Simon Chadwick stated that Suarez was testing their "limits".

“FIFA can confirm that disciplinary proceedings have been opened against the player Luis Suarez of Uruguay,” Chadwick continued. “The FIFA Disciplinary Committee is responsible for sanctioning serious infringements which have escaped the match officials’ attention.” Chadwick said Adidas will again come under pressure to act as a “moral arbiter” and end its association with him.

“Adidas is aware of the issue involving Luis Suarez,” the £22 billion sporting goods maker based in Herzogenaurach, Germany, said in a statement. “We await FIFA’s full investigation into this matter and will respond accordingly.” 

Liverpool are also looking into the prospect of being able to sue the 27 year old, with 888 poker set to end their deal. Suarez also has deals back home in Uruguay, with a Television broadcaster, and McDonalds, as well as the striker having a deal with sports brand Warrior, who also make Liverpool's strips. (soccerheatbase)

Suarez banned for 9 games & 4 months

Luis Suarez has received a heavy ban following an incident with Italy defender Giorgio Chiellini, The incident occurred during Uruguay and Italy’s match on Monday night.The ban will consist of 9 games AND a 4 month football ban from ALL competitions.This is the 3rd time Suarez has been vindicated for biting as he received a 9 match ban last year for biting Chelsea’s Branislav Ivanovic.He will miss the rest of the World Cup and won’t play for Liverpool until 1st November 2014(soccerheatbase)

Chelsea boss says his side could finish sixth next year

Mourinho, has admitted that this Summer will involved drastic changes at Stamford Bridge, has stated that his side could finish anywhere between 1st or 6th due to the amount of teams that will be competing for the title.With Manchester United expected to be back to their best, and with Tottenham Hotspur finally resolving their managerial problems, Mourinho believes next season will be one of the toughest yet as all teams will improve throughout the Summer.

'Next season will be very, very difficult, even more so,' he said. 'I know Chelsea will be better, but maybe the other teams will be better too, so it will again be the kind of league where you don't know if you're going to finish first or finish sixth. In this moment I have to think and feel and say we want to finish first.

'I enjoy this club, I like the club, and I like the league. I love the way people live football in this country. I was a little part of the process that made Chelsea a force in the last decade, and I come back with the dream to try to be a little part again of the next decade.'(soccerheatbase)

Luis Suarez's family want him to leave Liverpool

The 27-year-old, who knocked England out of the World Cup on Thursday, could be ready to leave Anfield, especially after reports have claimed that he's told his family and friends that he's ready to move abroad, and with his recent comments made about the English media, a move away could be possible.
Suarez claimed he loved eliminating England from the tournament because of the stick he received from the media, and now his father-in-law, Gustavo Balbi, has told him to join one of the Spanish sides.
"Luis has nothing left to prove in England. It'd be the right time to move to Spain,""It doesn't matter whether it's one team or the other (Madrid or Barcelona). He will not go to another team in England out of respect for Liverpool."
Balbi and his family do in fact live just outside of Barcelona, so that could be a huge part in Suarez's future, who does have a release clause in his contract, if Barca or Madrid choose to meet it.(soccerheatbase)

Oscar admits he's spoken to PSG

Despite being criticised by his manager, Oscar has confirmed that he will be at Stamford Bridge next season, despite holding talks with Paris Saint-Germain."I had contacts with PSG, that is true, but it did not go any further," he is quoted by L'Equipe."And next season, I will stay at Chelsea."

Oscar was a regular for Chelsea but seemed to luck form at the end of the season.He was even critisized by the Chelsea manager for his luck of form but even with that he has sworn to still be a Chelsea player next season.PSG have already signed Luiz and arre after 4 more Chelsea player Petr Cech,Hazard,Ivanovic and Oscar but we have to wait til the world cup to know(soccerheatbase)

Brendan Rodgers desperate to sign Southampton youngster Calum Chambers

Former-Liverpool star Mark Lawrenson told the press that he believes singing Chambers would be a good move by Brendan Rodgers. He told the press:  "If I were Liverpool I would still want to hold on to [Johnson]. At the moment there are very few players available in that position that are actually better than him.

"The best thing to do would be to get a youngster like Calum Chambers from Southampton. Give Johnson another year and allow someone like Chambers to really compete and push him for a place in the starting XI."(soccerheatbase)

Arsenal have rejected a bid from United for defender

Arsene Wenger has rejected a bid from rivals Manchester United for the captain Thomas vermaelen.The Belgium international, who has spent most of the season on Arsenal's bench due to Laurent Koscielny and Per Mertesacker, has grown frustrated with the lack of first-team football at the Emirates Stadium and is believed to be wanting out of the club this Summer.

Manchester united are rumored to have bid 6 million for the defender who's contract expires this time next year.Arsenal are expecting to let the defender go for at least 12 million pounds,but will  Wenger be forced to let the player go,instead of loosing him on a free transfer next season.(soccerheatbase)

Diego Costa disagrees with Alonso comments

Diego Costa and Xavi Alonso have disagreed after Alonso made comments the Spain were not ready for the World cup.The striker thinks they were ready but after loosing 5-1 to Netherlands and 2-0 to Chile who would agree they were ready for the World cup.Costa has hit back at Alonso's comments, with the Chelsea bound striker stating that his side were ready.

The striker told Marca.com: "I don't agree with his comments. Everybody here was focused on winning."I'm here because I wanted to win, I wanted to reach the final and do a good job, but it wasn't to be."We obviously lacked something, but in terms of quality, we're superior to many other teams."(soccerheatbase)

Suarez tells friends he wants to leave Liverpool for Barcelona

According to reports in Spain, Liverpool striker Luis Suarez has told friends that he plans to quit The Merseyside club this summer for Barcelona. It is understood that Suarez talked to his friends over the phone with the Uruguay team that is currently at the World Cup in Brazil.

Manager Brendan Rodgers will do everything in his power to stop the Uruguayan leaving Anfield, however, Barcelona believe that they can sign him for the right price.Barcelona are ready to give up Sanchez and 60 million pounds for the striker.They know they do not want to enter a bidding war against Madrid.(soccerheatbase)

Fabregas argues with Bosque

Cesc Fabregas has been involved in a bust-up with Spain boss Vicente Del Bosque. Tensions are currently high in the Spanish camp after the World Champions were eliminated from the World Cup in just two games.

It was evident yesterday during training that the players weren't happy, with many looking disinterested and lazy, most notably Fabregas, much to the annoyance of Del Bosque. The boss was not happy with the Chelsea midfielder's attitude and laziness, so he asked Fabregas to give his bib to Alonso and to leave the training session.

However, the 27-year old was reluctant to leave and argued with the Spain coach as he trudged off the pitch. His teammates had to stop him from arguing further and they eventually managed to calm him down. Afterwards, Fabregas was spotted cycling around the training camp in an attempt to cool off.(soccerheatbase)

Thomas Vermaelen says he has not signed for Manchester yet

The player has not had a good season at the Emirates although he remains as captain plenty of people doubt his future,He has lucked game time and is now rumored to join united before the end of the week.

According to reports earlier this week the Gunners captain had agreed a deal in principle to join the Red Devils after the World Cup.But the Arsenal captain has rubbished the reports and claims that no deal has been stuck.

Vermaelen said: “I know there has been a lot of talk and a lot of rumours but the only thing I can say is that it’s not true.“Everybody understands my situation at Arsenal and that I have one year left.“I understand that people are going to talk but I am here in Brazil and I am enjoying my time and I’m focused on what I am doing.”"We talk a lot when I am at Arsenal but it’s not what I am going to discuss here, it is something you are going to have to ask him.”(soccerheatbase)

Veloso says Ronaldo is fit

Veloso is confident there are no problems with the 29 year-old and he will make an appearance against the United States.He told reporters: "I'm not a doctor but from what I see, Cristiano Ronaldo is fine."He is training, he is jumping and he is shooting. There is not much else to say."

Meanwhile left-back Fabio Coentrao has been ruled out with a groin injury picked up during the Germany match so Veloso has expressed he has no problems with filling in the defensive position.

"I'm in a group of 23 players and I'm ready to play in any position that the coach chooses. That could be at left-back or in central midfield," he said."I'll do so with pleasure, because what we all want is to play and to do the best we possibly can."
The player seemed to be out of form when they faced Germany and they lost 4-0.Portugal will face the USA and if they lose it means they will be going home just like England and Spain.(soccerheatbase)

Hazard talks to the times of India about his luck of form in the World cup

He told reporters of Times of India: "It's great to carry the burden of a nation and on the other hand, it's huge pressure whenever you are on the pitch."Belgian people are aware of my price tag and so I guess it is quite natural for them to pin their hopes on me. I am only 23 but I am exposed to plenty of top level football to have a fair idea of what the World Cup will mean to me and my team. "We have some exciting young talents who have the ability to turn a match on their own."

Hazard made a very strong start to his tournament, helping his side ease past a stubborn Algerian defence. The former Lille player now wants 'to force the world to focus' on Belgium as their squad is full of talent and their chances of a strong campaign are high.

"It was a dream-come-true for me," Hazard spoke after his 2-1 win over Algeria. This is the biggest of all tournaments. It's a celebration time for football and for the participating nations. "We have qualified for the finals after a long gap of 12 years. That was a great excitement for all of us. Getting to Brazil was a dream for all of us and we have reached here.

"Now the dream is to play as well as possible and force the world to focus on us. Our first target is to qualify from the group. To do so we have to play really well. "Once we reach there, in the knockout, no one can predict anything. So, let's just concentrate on the job at hand."(soccerheatbase)

Barcelona after Suarez

Barcelona want an inspirational striker but do not have the spending power of fierce rivals Real Madrid.Instead the Nou Camp outfit will use talent like Sanchez, 25, to bridge the financial gap.Napoli’s hitman Gonzalo Higuain is also on Barcelona’s radar but the Italians have already warned he will cost £55m if they pursue their interest in the Argentina ace.Liverpool will resist bids for Suarez but his comments after Thursday night’s defeat of England will make it difficult for him to play in the Premier League next season.

“People in England laughed about my attitude over the last few years,” he said.“I want to see what they think now. I have dreamed of this moment.”Real Madrid also remain keen on Suarez and will challenge Barca for his signature.m

It will be hard for Barcelona to land the striker but if he favors them over Madrid it will be easier for him to be taken away from Liverpool who do not seem like they will let the striker go easily.(soccerheatbase)

Arsenal ready to bid 10 million for Remy

Arsene Wenger is ready to bid the 10 million that would trigger the release clause in Loic Remy's contract.The Striker has an impressive season and Arsene wenger is ready to strengthen his strike force,and provide Oliver Giroud with some competition.With Balotelli rumored to be joining Arsenal are they will need now is Remy and it will be enough for Wenger.

According to a Marseille insider, Wenger has called up the French club and asked about their former-player.
A Marseille insider said: “Arsene rang our chairman. He seemed to be more interested in what kind of person Loic is. He didn’t give any trouble in the three years he was here.”(soccerheatbase)

Arsene Wenger wants Balotelli before the end of the World cup

Balotelli is reportedly keen on a move back to England, having spent three years at Manchester City, before leaving in 2013, and heading back to the Italian Serie A with AC Milan in the January of that year. And Wenger is keen to tie up a deal for the £25 million rated forward, whilst he is also in Brazil.
The Arsenal boss has been doing some media work for French Television.

Agent Mino Raiola is now seeking a £150,000-a-week deal for Balotelli, aged 24, with Puma set to fund part of his wages, and the transfer, due to their new kit deal with Arsenal heading into next season. Balotelli was linked with a move to Chelsea, however Arsenal are now favourites to land the player, who is reportedly unhappy at AC Milan.(soccerheatbase)

Thibaut Courtois says he will stay at Chelsea

Chelsea goalkeeper says he will be at Chelsea next season after staying in Spain for the last 3 years.The Belgium goalkeeper said he will not return to Stamford bridge to play cup matches or be Petr Cech's understudy.The keeper has revealed he had positive talks with Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho.The player said he will be expected  to be at Chelsea.

Courtois said‘I can reveal now that I have had a big meeting with Jose Mourinho in May, before the Atletico v Barcelona game,’ he said.‘We talked about my situation. And after this World Cup everything will be clear to everyone.’Does that mean that will be the end of  Cech or he will be the understudy for Courtois?(soccerheatbase)

Real Madrid are set to bid for Liverpool winger Raheem Sterling

Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti is set to bid for Liverpool teenager Sterling.Rumors say the Madrid coach was impressed with his World cup performance although the country has been knocked out in the early stages.Real Madrid is set to woo the player to Spain by increasing his wages compared to his current wages at Liverpool.

However, Madrid could offer Sterling a possible move to Spain next summer, with Ancelotti keen to monitor his progress at Liverpool. Sterling scored nine goals in 30 games for Liverpool last season.The player has not made any comments but more will be told after the World cup.(soccerheatbase)

England are World cup idiots says press

England were looking like smiling idiots just happy to be at the party,said British newspaper yesterday,after there early exit from the World cup was confirmed.With England's two defeats and Costa Rica defeating Italy has made England's chances of qualification impossible.The newspaper are angry at the football association for giving coach Roy Hodgson another chance.The newspapers say its better the Football Association just comes out clean and say they do not care what the fans think.

 

The daily mail said its bloody insulting to declare that Roy Hodgson's job is safe.The fans did not expect much but at least they expected a little more than that.theydid not expect England to win the world cup but they expected them to qualify from the group stages.The group might have been difficult having some of the best teams in the World but that is not an excuse.(soccerheatbase)