Flamini was a Juventus supporter as a boy
1 comment April 22nd, 2008
Oh great. As we sit and wait for Flamini to sign a new deal with Arsenal, this is the news we all wanted. Allow Juve managing director Jean-Claude Blanc (I suspect he may be French) to elaborate:
“We have the advantage [over Milan]. As a child Flamini was a supporter of Juve. We have a sporting project in place, and we will be in the Champions League. Milan will not.â€
It’s a bit worrying that Juve are treating it as a battle between them and Milan for Flamini’s signature. Arsenal, in their mind, are not in the running. Of course, if I was Flamini’s agent, that’s what I would tell them too. But either way, it’s not looking good.
What a signing he’d be for whoever got him. He’s been a great purchase for us. After picking him up for a nominal fee, he spent his first three years at the club as a handy squad player, filling in at full-back and all across the midfield. This season, however, he’s evolved into one of the country’s best central midfielders.
If Flamini does truly hold a long-term of ambition of playing in Italy, he may see this as his best chance: his stock is undoubtedly the highest it’s ever been, and the rewards he could reap from moving on a free transfer would tempt anyone. Only eight days left for the Frenchman to sign a new deal…
A Jack Wilshere inspired Reserves side beat West Ham 2-0 last night, and Abou Diaby and Johan Djourou managed to get themselves injured again. You have to say: at least they’re consistent(ly unavailable). Wilshere, meanwhile, looks like one to keep an eye on.
Fernando Torres has confirmed his admiration for Emmanuel Adebayor. What a partnership they’d be. Hopefully RVP can stay fit next year, and add Torres-like finishing prowess to all of the good work Adebayor is currently doing.
Torres’ Liverpool play Chelsea tonight in the Champions League. Liverpool knocked us out and have their insufferable “five times” chant, whilst Chelsea have Ashley Cole.
Who do you want to go out?
